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NewzKidz - global news and current affairs reported by kids, for kids

By NewzKidz

Welcome to NewzKidz! A new weekly podcast covering global news stories and current affairs, presented by Rose, Zara, Aiza and Laurie - kids aged 8-11 years. Tune in to hear us talk about what's important in our world today, what's making the news headlines, and why kids should care. You can discuss our stories with your friends, parents and teachers, and let us know what you think.
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NewzKidz S3 E18: Captain Sir Tom Moore; Myanmar coup; Chinese New Year; Coronavirus update

NewzKidz - global news and current affairs reported by kids, for kidsFeb 08, 2021

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NewzKidz S6 E3: Gaza, COP28, Royal Family, Film Review: Wonka

NewzKidz S6 E3: Gaza, COP28, Royal Family, Film Review: Wonka

In this episode the NewzKidz share the latest news on the Israel/Hamas conflict in Gaza, report on developments at the COP28 climate talks, give the latest news on the British Royal Family, and review the new hit movie, Wonka.

Dec 30, 202310:06
NewzKidz S6 E2: Israel / Hamas Situation, Girls & PE, World Mental Health Day, Film Review: Taylor Swift - The Eras Tour Film

NewzKidz S6 E2: Israel / Hamas Situation, Girls & PE, World Mental Health Day, Film Review: Taylor Swift - The Eras Tour Film

This episode the NewzKidz report on the Israel - Hamas situation, if it's true that girls don't like PE, World Mental Health Day, and review the film Taylor Swift - The Eras Tour.

Oct 26, 202309:05
NewzKidz S6 E1: Morocco Earthquake, Roald Dahl Day, Book Review: Wonder, Film Review: Barbie

NewzKidz S6 E1: Morocco Earthquake, Roald Dahl Day, Book Review: Wonder, Film Review: Barbie

In this episode the NewzKidz team review the recent earthquake in Morocco, tell us about Roald Dahl Day, and review the book Wonder and the film Barbie.

Sep 26, 202310:33
NewzKidz S5 E16: Boris Johnson and Partygate, Titan Submersible, World Refugee Day, Book Review: Lottie Brooks Series

NewzKidz S5 E16: Boris Johnson and Partygate, Titan Submersible, World Refugee Day, Book Review: Lottie Brooks Series

In this episode, we are talking about Boris Johnson’s resignation as a Member of Parliament and the Partygate report; the tragic events on the Titan Submersible; World Refugee Day and the recent devastating sinking of a boat carrying refugees in the Mediterranean; and Aiza reviews the Lottie Brooks Series of books by Katie Kirby.

Jun 29, 202309:34
NewzKidz S5 E15: Coronation of King Charles III, Eurovision 2023, Wind Power, SATS exams

NewzKidz S5 E15: Coronation of King Charles III, Eurovision 2023, Wind Power, SATS exams

In this episode the NewzKidz discuss the recent Coronation of King Charles III, the Eurovision Song Competition Final, how Wind Power is overtaking gas in the UK as a source of electricity, and why there has been a fuss recently about Year 6 SATS exams.

May 26, 202309:10
NewzKidz S5 E14: Coronation Preparation, Good Friday Agreement Anniversary, Vaping, Doctors' Strikes

NewzKidz S5 E14: Coronation Preparation, Good Friday Agreement Anniversary, Vaping, Doctors' Strikes

In this episode the NewzKidz report on plans for the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III, the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement and Joe Biden's visit to Northern Ireland, all about Vaping and why we should be concerned, and why Doctors and Nurses are on strike in the UK.

Apr 21, 202311:36
NewzKidz S5 E13: Turkey & Syria Earthquakes, Ukraine War Anniversary, Chat GPT, Film Review: Matilda The Musical

NewzKidz S5 E13: Turkey & Syria Earthquakes, Ukraine War Anniversary, Chat GPT, Film Review: Matilda The Musical

This episode the NewzKidz report on the terrible earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, the one year anniversary of war in Ukraine, why there is so much fuss about ChatGPT, and Rose reviews the film Matilda The Musical.

Mar 06, 202309:28
NewzKidz S5 E12: Early Years Campaign, Green Comet, Recession, Book Review: I am Malala

NewzKidz S5 E12: Early Years Campaign, Green Comet, Recession, Book Review: I am Malala

This episode, the NewzKidz cover the Princess of Wales's new Early Years Campaign, the sighting of a rarely visible 'green comet', what it means when we talk about Recession, and Zara reviews the book I am Malala by Malala Yousefzai.

Feb 02, 202308:46
NewzKidz S5 E11: Prince Harry's Book, Teacher Strikes, China's Population, Book Review: You Don't Know What War Is

NewzKidz S5 E11: Prince Harry's Book, Teacher Strikes, China's Population, Book Review: You Don't Know What War Is

The NewzKidz return from the winter holidays and in this episode report on Prince Harry's book, 'Spare', why teachers are going on strike in the UK, why China's population is shrinking, and Rose reviews the book 'You Don't Know What War Is' written by 12 year old Ieva Skalietska about her experiences of life in Ukraine whilst at war with Russia. 

Jan 20, 202310:23
NewzKidz S5 E10: Killer Robots, China Lockdown Easing, Harry & Meghan, Book Review: 101 Dalmations

NewzKidz S5 E10: Killer Robots, China Lockdown Easing, Harry & Meghan, Book Review: 101 Dalmations

This is the last podcast of 2022 - the NewzKidz will be taking a short break for the holidays and will be back in the New Year!

Dec 09, 202207:45
NewzKidz S5 E9: China Protests, FIFA World Cup, Artemis Mission, Harry Potter

NewzKidz S5 E9: China Protests, FIFA World Cup, Artemis Mission, Harry Potter

This week the NewzKidz report on protests in China, the FIFA World Cup, NASA's Artemis Mission, and a Harry Potter story.

Dec 02, 202208:47
NewzKidz S5 E8: 8 Billion People, Remembrance Day, Anti-Bullying Week, G20 Summit

NewzKidz S5 E8: 8 Billion People, Remembrance Day, Anti-Bullying Week, G20 Summit

This week the NewzKidz talk about the world's population growth and passing the 8 billion milestone, Remembrance Day, Anti-Bullying Week, and the G20 Summit of world leaders.

Nov 18, 202210:28
NewzKidz S5 E7: COP27, Sparkle Foundation, US Midterm Elections, FILM REVIEW: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

NewzKidz S5 E7: COP27, Sparkle Foundation, US Midterm Elections, FILM REVIEW: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

This week the NewzKidz discuss COP27, explain about the Sparkle Foundation, update listeners on the US Midterm Elections, and review the new children's movie 'Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile'.

Nov 11, 202212:16
NewzKidz S5 E6: South Korea Halloween Crush, UK Border, Taylor Swift

NewzKidz S5 E6: South Korea Halloween Crush, UK Border, Taylor Swift

This week the NewzKidz report on last week's tragedy in South Korea, migrants entering the UK, and how Taylor Swift has taken over the US Top 10.

Nov 04, 202207:10
NewzKidz S5 E5: New UK Prime Minister, Ukraine War, Roblox, Adidas

NewzKidz S5 E5: New UK Prime Minister, Ukraine War, Roblox, Adidas

This week the NewzKidz report on the UK's latest Prime Minister, the situation in Ukraine, why Roblox is becoming a concern for some children, and why Adidas is no longer working with Kanye West.

Oct 28, 202211:16
NewzKidz S5 E4: Liz Truss Resigns, Black History Month, Why Sleep Matters, Halloween

NewzKidz S5 E4: Liz Truss Resigns, Black History Month, Why Sleep Matters, Halloween

This week the NewzKidz report on the resignation of UK Prime Minister Liz Truss; why we celebrate Black History Month; why it's important we all get enough sleep; and the origins of Halloween. 

Oct 20, 202209:21
NewzKidz S5 E3: Ed Sheeran, UK Tax U-Turn, Dart Mission Trail, World Mental Health Day

NewzKidz S5 E3: Ed Sheeran, UK Tax U-Turn, Dart Mission Trail, World Mental Health Day

This week the NewzKidz report on Ed Sheeran's copyright court case, the U-turn on planned tax cuts in the UK, how NASA's DART mission has left a giant asteroid trail in the sky, and World Mental Health Day which is on 10th October. 

Oct 07, 202210:25
NewzKidz S5 E2: Asteroid Crash, Pakistan Floods, the Falling Pound, TikTok

NewzKidz S5 E2: Asteroid Crash, Pakistan Floods, the Falling Pound, TikTok

This week the NewzKidz report on NASA's DART mission to practice diverting an asteroid by crashing a space rocket into it, the devastating floods in Pakistan, what's happening with the UK's currency, and some news from TikTok. 

Sep 30, 202209:19
S5 E1: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

S5 E1: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The NewzKidz return with a new series, and in their first episode report on the life and death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the beginning of the reign of King Charles III, and political developments in the UK.

Sep 23, 202214:49
S4 E25: Juneteenth, US Gun Control, World Refugee Day, Afghanistan Earthquake

S4 E25: Juneteenth, US Gun Control, World Refugee Day, Afghanistan Earthquake

This week the NewzKidz are talking about the US public holiday 'Juneteenth', the changes in legislation around US gun control, World Refugee Day, and report on this week's earthquake in Afghanistan. 

Jun 24, 202210:46
S4 E24: Father's Day, Falklands War, Amazon Drone Deliveries, Bad News

S4 E24: Father's Day, Falklands War, Amazon Drone Deliveries, Bad News

This week the NewzKidz report on the origins of Father's Day, the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War, how Amazon will be starting to make its deliveries by drone, and why sad and upsetting stories are putting people off the news. 

Jun 16, 202209:30
NewzKidz S4 E23: The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Boris Johnson, World Oceans Day, Planet Parade

NewzKidz S4 E23: The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Boris Johnson, World Oceans Day, Planet Parade

This week the NewzKidz review the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the recent confidence vote on Boris Johnson's leadership, World Oceans Day, and a special lineup of planets in the night sky. 

Jun 10, 202209:22
NewzKidz S4 E22: Texas Shooting, Book of the Year, Weird Food Mash-Ups, National Thank-A-Teacher Day

NewzKidz S4 E22: Texas Shooting, Book of the Year, Weird Food Mash-Ups, National Thank-A-Teacher Day

This week the NewzKidz report on the tragic shooting that took place this week at a school in Texas, Marcus Rashford who was won the UK Book of the Year award, a chocolate bar flavoured with cheese and onion crisps, and National Thank-A-Teacher Day. 

May 26, 202208:47
NewzKidz S4 E21: VE Day, Wagatha Christie, The Queen's Speech, Shanghai Lockdown

NewzKidz S4 E21: VE Day, Wagatha Christie, The Queen's Speech, Shanghai Lockdown

This week the NewzKidz discuss VE Day, what 'Wagatha Christie' is all about, The Queen's Speech, and why Shanghai is in its strictest lockdown yet.

May 13, 202209:31
NewzKidz S4 E20: Children's Surnames, Rising Cost of Living, Snapchat Selfie Drone, Titan

NewzKidz S4 E20: Children's Surnames, Rising Cost of Living, Snapchat Selfie Drone, Titan

This week the NewzKidz talk about a recent Italian Court decision that children should take the surnames of both parents, explore why everyone is talking about rising living costs, discuss Snapchat's new flying selfie drone, and report on news that one of Saturn's moons, Titan, could be just the same as Earth.

May 06, 202208:12
NewzKidz S4 E19: French Election, Ukraine War, Lockdown Fines, Film Review: Turning Red

NewzKidz S4 E19: French Election, Ukraine War, Lockdown Fines, Film Review: Turning Red

The NewzKidz are back from Spring break and this week discuss the French election results, the latest news on the war in Ukraine, the fines given to UK politicians for breaking lockdown rules, and review the film Turning Red.

Apr 28, 202210:43
NewzKidz S4 E18: Royal Caribbean Tour, China Plane Crash, Ancient Egypt, Mother's Day

NewzKidz S4 E18: Royal Caribbean Tour, China Plane Crash, Ancient Egypt, Mother's Day

This week the NewzKidz talk about the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s ongoing tour of the Caribbean, a tragic plane crash in China, a new discovery in Ancient Egypt, and Mother's Day.

Mar 25, 202207:57
NewzKidz S4 E17: British Science Week, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, Ukraine update, Film Review: Encanto

NewzKidz S4 E17: British Science Week, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, Ukraine update, Film Review: Encanto

This week the NewzKidz report on British Science Week, the return of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe to the UK after 6 years' imprisonment in Iran, the latest news on the war in Ukraine, and review the latest Disney film, Encanto.

Mar 18, 202208:53
NewzKidz S4 E16: Endurance Discovery, International Women's Day, Ukraine, Plastic Pollution

NewzKidz S4 E16: Endurance Discovery, International Women's Day, Ukraine, Plastic Pollution

This week the NewzKidz discuss the discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship Endurance, International Women's Day, the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and a new initiative to combat plastic pollution.

Mar 10, 202210:46
NewzKidz S4 E15: Russia and Ukraine, Pancake Day, World Book Day, Coronavirus

NewzKidz S4 E15: Russia and Ukraine, Pancake Day, World Book Day, Coronavirus

This week the NewzKidz report on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, all about Pancake Day and why it's celebrated, World Book Day, and the dropping of Coronavirus rules and restrictions in the UK.

Mar 04, 202211:59
NewzKidz S4 E14: Platinum Jubilee, Cristiano Ronaldo, Children's Mental Health Week, Canadian Trucker Protests

NewzKidz S4 E14: Platinum Jubilee, Cristiano Ronaldo, Children's Mental Health Week, Canadian Trucker Protests

This week, the NewzKidz talk about the Queen’s Jubilee, the footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, Children’s mental health week, and why truckers in Canada are protesting at the moment.

Feb 10, 202209:13
NewzKidz S4 E13: Sue Grey Report, Chinese New Year, Russia & Ukraine, Wordle

NewzKidz S4 E13: Sue Grey Report, Chinese New Year, Russia & Ukraine, Wordle

This week the NewzKidz talk about Sue Grey's report on parties at 10 Downing Street during Lockdown, Chinese New Year, what's going on between Russia and Ukraine, and why everyone's talking about Wordle.

Feb 04, 202209:46
NewzKidz S4 E12: Burns Night, Holocaust Memorial Day, Pig's Heart Transplant, Flying Car

NewzKidz S4 E12: Burns Night, Holocaust Memorial Day, Pig's Heart Transplant, Flying Car

This week, the NewzKidz talk about Burns Night, Holocaust Memorial Day, the first transplant of a pig’s heart into a human being, and a new flying car!

Jan 27, 202211:19
NewzKidz S4 E11: Novak Djokovic, Omicron latest, Covid Sniffer Dogs, Tonga Tsunami

NewzKidz S4 E11: Novak Djokovic, Omicron latest, Covid Sniffer Dogs, Tonga Tsunami

Happy New Year! The NewzKidz are back after their winter break. This week they are talking about Tennis star Novak Djokovic being deported from Australia; the latest on the Omicron variant and how Boris Johnson is dealing with queries about lockdown parties; how some schools in the US are using sniffer dogs to track down Covid cases; and the news of the volcanic eruption and subsequent tsunami in Tonga. 

Jan 20, 202212:20
NewzKidz S4 E10: Indonesian Volcano; Tiny Exoplanet; Christmas Traditions; Book Review: Animal Farm

NewzKidz S4 E10: Indonesian Volcano; Tiny Exoplanet; Christmas Traditions; Book Review: Animal Farm

This week we’re talking about the recent volcanic eruption in Indonesia; the discovery of a tiny exoplanet; Christmas traditions, and Zara reviews the classic book, Animal Farm. This is our last podcast of 2021 so we all wish our listeners a very happy and healthy winter holiday - we will be back in January!

Dec 08, 202110:03
NewzKidz S4 E9: Covid Variant, Migrant Tragedy, World's Newest Republic, Thanksgiving

NewzKidz S4 E9: Covid Variant, Migrant Tragedy, World's Newest Republic, Thanksgiving

This week we’re talking about the discovery of a new Covid variant, the tragedy of a migrant boat which sank in the English Channel, the world’s newest republic - Barbados, and the American holiday of Thanksgiving.

Dec 01, 202109:58
NewzKidz S4 E8: Jessica Watkins; Royal Family; Single-Use Cutlery Ban; Amazon Deforestation

NewzKidz S4 E8: Jessica Watkins; Royal Family; Single-Use Cutlery Ban; Amazon Deforestation

This week we’re talking about the first black female astronaut to go to the International Space Station; an update on the Royal Family; a ban on single use cutlery, and the worsening deforestation of the Amazon Rainforest.

Nov 24, 202109:08
NewzKidz S4 E7: Delhi Pollution; Covid-19 update; YouTube; Anti-Bullying Week

NewzKidz S4 E7: Delhi Pollution; Covid-19 update; YouTube; Anti-Bullying Week

This week the NewzKidz report on stories including the closure of schools in Delhi due to air pollution, an update on the Coronavirus pandemic, Youtube and likes/dislikes, and Anti-Bullying Week. 

Nov 17, 202109:48
NewzKidz S4 E6: Bonfire Night; Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Day; Plastic Particle Pollution; Book Review: The Lion Above The Door

NewzKidz S4 E6: Bonfire Night; Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Day; Plastic Particle Pollution; Book Review: The Lion Above The Door

This week the NewzKidz talk about plastic particle pollution, the Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Day, Bonfire Night, and Rose reviews the book The Lion Above The Door by Onjali Rauf.

Nov 10, 202108:44
NewzKidz S4 E5: COP26, HM The Queen, Roblox Outage

NewzKidz S4 E5: COP26, HM The Queen, Roblox Outage

This week the NewzKidz cover the events at COP26, report on The Queen's speech to world leaders and her recent health updates, and cover last week's 4-day outage of the gaming site Roblox. 

Nov 03, 202111:14
NewzKidz S4 E4: Film Set Shooting, Halloween, NASA Space Mission, Book Review: The Kid Who Came From Space

NewzKidz S4 E4: Film Set Shooting, Halloween, NASA Space Mission, Book Review: The Kid Who Came From Space

This week the NewzKidz talk about the accidental shooting of Halyna Hutchins on a film set, the meaning of Halloween, a new NASA Space mission, and Rose reviews her latest read, the book The Kid Who Came from Space by Ross Welford.

Oct 27, 202109:00
NewzKidz S4 E3: World Food Day, Colin Powell, Sir David Amess MP, Earthshot Prize, Banksy Artwork, Micro Art

NewzKidz S4 E3: World Food Day, Colin Powell, Sir David Amess MP, Earthshot Prize, Banksy Artwork, Micro Art

This week the NewzKidz report on the death of Colin Powell and the murder of Sir David Amess MP, World Food Day, the winners of the new Earthshot Prize, and some interesting news from the art world. 

Oct 20, 202111:41
NewzKidz S4 E2: Energy Shortages, Prince Charles and Climate Change, World Mental Health Day, Filming in Space

NewzKidz S4 E2: Energy Shortages, Prince Charles and Climate Change, World Mental Health Day, Filming in Space

This week the NewzKidz report on global energy shortages, Prince Charles's recent comments on climate change activism, World Mental Health Day, and a new movie being filmed at the International Space Station. 

Oct 14, 202110:52
NewzKidz S4 E1: UK Fuel Crisis, Facebook outage, National Poetry Day, Volcanoes

NewzKidz S4 E1: UK Fuel Crisis, Facebook outage, National Poetry Day, Volcanoes

The NewzKidz are back! After a long summer break, the NewzKidz are back reporting on a round-up of the week's top news and current affairs stories. This week, they cover the UK fuel supply crisis, why Facebook went offline on Monday, National Poetry Day, the discovery of the world's largest underwater volcano and the latest on the volcanic eruption in the Canary Islands. 

Oct 06, 202110:39
NewzKidz S3 E34 Series Finale: G7 Summit, Leftover vaccines, Plastic Pollution, Film Review: Cruella

NewzKidz S3 E34 Series Finale: G7 Summit, Leftover vaccines, Plastic Pollution, Film Review: Cruella

This is the last episode of Season 3 as the NewzKidz will be taking a break for the summer holidays! They will be returning in September for Season 4. This week the NewzKidz discuss what's going on at the G7 Summit, what's happening with leftover vaccines, the ongoing problem of plastic pollution in seas and rivers, and Zara reviews the new film, Cruella. 

Jun 14, 202108:12
NewzKidz S3 E33: Coronavirus latest news, NASA mission to Venus, Baby Squid in Space, Film Review: Peter Rabbit 2

NewzKidz S3 E33: Coronavirus latest news, NASA mission to Venus, Baby Squid in Space, Film Review: Peter Rabbit 2

This week the NewzKidz cover the latest news on the Coronavirus pandemic including travel restrictions and the new names for Covid variants, they report on NASA's new plan for a space mission to Venus and this week's voyage of baby squids to the International Space Station, and Rose reviews the recent movie release Peter Rabbit 2.

Jun 07, 202108:55
NewzKidz S3 E32: Boris Johnson's Wedding, Origin of Covid-19, Global Temperatures, Eric Carle

NewzKidz S3 E32: Boris Johnson's Wedding, Origin of Covid-19, Global Temperatures, Eric Carle

This week the NewzKidz talk about Boris Johnson’s secret surprise wedding, the possible origin of Covid-19, how the temperature of the world is increasing, and the death of Eric Carle, the author who created The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

May 31, 202108:50
NewzKidz S3 E31: Israel Palestine Conflict, Artificial Intelligence, Plastic Waste, The Queen's Trees

NewzKidz S3 E31: Israel Palestine Conflict, Artificial Intelligence, Plastic Waste, The Queen's Trees

This week the NewzKidz update listeners on the Israel Palestine conflict, report on the news that Google has launched a new AI app to help diagnose skin conditions, how plastic waste from the UK has ended up in Turkey, and lastly about a new campaign to mark The Queen's Platinum Jubilee in 2022 by planting trees. 

May 24, 202109:08
NewzKidz S3 E30: Israel Palestine conflict, Covid vaccinations, Mental Health Awareness Week, Toy Recycling

NewzKidz S3 E30: Israel Palestine conflict, Covid vaccinations, Mental Health Awareness Week, Toy Recycling

This week the NewzKidz talk about the conflict between Israel and Palestine, the latest on Covid vaccinations, Mental Health Awareness Week, and a new Toy recycling scheme.

May 17, 202109:56
NewzKidz S3 E29: Covid Travel Restrictions, Trump Social Media Ban, Space Tourism, NYC Snow Days

NewzKidz S3 E29: Covid Travel Restrictions, Trump Social Media Ban, Space Tourism, NYC Snow Days

This week the NewKidz report on the latest news from the pandemic including the UK's recent update on travel restrictions, Donald Trump's ban from social media, Jeff Bezos' plan for space tourism, and the banning of snow days in New York City. 

May 10, 202109:55