Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids!

Squiz Kids Today

The Squiz Kids Today podcast is a news podcast just for kids. It's fun, fresh, and agenda-free. Banish boredom and listen to this kids news podcast each weekday, covering Australian and international news in an engaging, kid-friendly way. It's news without the nasties!

 

 

LATEST SQUIZ KIDS TODAY

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Join your captain, Christie Kijurina, on an audio adventure. Today, we’re flying to the Philippines, an island nation of more than 7,000 islands where colourful jeepneys, giant whale sharks, karaoke parties and powerful volcanoes are all part of the story. Let’s go!

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Squiz the World goes to … Brazil

Today we’re visiting the biggest country in South America… a powerhouse soccer nation… and a place known for its huge celebrations of Carneval.

Tuesday, 13 December, 2022

Space mission a success as Orion splashes down; Arkansas’ 18yo mayor; new app to fight bluebottle stings; English football’s new cat mascot.

Monday, December 12

Meet the chart topping frogs; Heartbreak and joy in World Cup finals; catching a puma; and how to own a unicorn.

Your Shortcut to… Hanukkah

It’s a religious celebration with candles, games, yummy food and sometimes presents… and no, we’re not talking about Christmas.

Friday, 9 December, 2022

Contagious courage in Ukraine; TikTok in big trouble; World Cup quarter finals kick off; and it’s time for the Squizzie Awards!

Squizzie Awards 2022 – The Funniest, Smelliest, Weirdest, Grossest News Stories Of The Year

The Squizzies are a look back on the stories that caught our eye across the year for very specific reasons – we’re talking about the funniest, the quirkiest, the stinkiest, and the ones that give us the warm and fuzzies.

Thursday, 8 December, 2022

Not-So-Little Prince uncovered in Queensland; a pricey old guitar; a crazy kids vs adults challenge; and the ultimate esports flex

Keeping Kids Safe Online – Conversation with eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-Grant

A conversation between Squiz Kids’ Bryce Corbett and Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-Grant about the importance of teaching kids to be media literate.

Wednesday, 7 December, 2022

Moon capsule heads for home; New York needs a rat czar; beware catfish online; and channeling our inner goblin.

Tuesday, 6 December, 2022

Tassie Tiger found in a cupboard; Volcanoes and lava in Hawaii and Java; shutting down a TikTok challenge; and phoning outer space.