Best The Squiz Podcasts (2025)

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Cuba... Squiz the World 9:58

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Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people. Join your captain, Amanda Bower, on this audio adventure. Today, we're taking a trip to Cuba, a vibrant island where vintage cars cruise past colourful buildings, where the rhythm of s…

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The US attacks Iran, and it's South Korea's time to shine 11:59

1d ago11:59

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Monday, 23 June: The US attacks Iran; Albanese skips the NATO Summit; Another data breach hits; And it's South Korea's time to shine... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The amount of fee reduction will vary …

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Iran makes its move, and Acca Dacca's back again 11:08

5h ago11:08

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Tuesday, 24 June: Iran makes its move; Our record road toll grows; A big Aussie golf win; And Acca Dacca's back again... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The amount of fee reduction will vary based o…

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Winter solstice with a bang, and Labubu craze hits fever pitch. 9:51

1d ago9:51

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Your daily kids news podcast. Winter solstice with a bang; Rewilding Rwanda’s rhinos; Nudie swim in Hobart; and Labubu craze hits fever pitch. Saturday was the shortest day of the year, and wow, did it feel chilly! Australia shivered through record cold, while the other side of the world partied in the sunshine. Seventy endangered rhinos took the u…

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Bonus ep: The Call Sheet: Trent Dalton on ambition, regrets and what comes next 1:06:40

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Enjoyed this episode? There’s plenty more on the News Club podcast feed—just search for News Club wherever you listen to podcasts. And don’t forget to hit follow on ⁠Spotify⁠ or ⁠Apple⁠. Not many Aussie authors have made a bigger impact on the book world over the past decade than Trent Dalton. In this chat, the Brisbane-born journo-turned-novelist …

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Weekly Wrap: The Israel-Iran conflict, mushroom trial wraps up, and sunscreen drama 36:14

3d ago36:14

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Global news was dominated by escalating tensions between Israel and Iran this week. We get you across what’s happened so far, and how the US plays into it. Plus, the mushroom murder trial is almost done, an update on Australia’s proposed social media ban, and the Choice/Ultraviollete sunscreen controversy. Looking ahead - the NATO summit, new EU-Au…

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The US considers striking Iran, and a tasty sweet potato 12:26

4d ago12:26

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Friday, 20 June: The US considers striking Iran, The survivor of the Air India crash speaks, An update on our population, and a pretty sweet potato... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: To help mark 100 years of Woolworths, they're showcasing the great work of their community partners. To listen to the full ep…

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Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz 7:57

4d ago7:57

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A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news. For the full episode transcript, click here.By Squiz Media

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Your Shortcut to... The Tassie stadium saga 12:48

5d ago12:48

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It’s not often that the fate of a footy team hinges on a state election, but Aussie Rules fans will be paying close attention to the campaign in Tasmania because the future of its new AFL team and stadium largely depends on the outcome. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we cover the controversy around the stadium, why it’s linked to the election, and whet…

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A new war brews in the Middle East, and some honorary Oscars 11:26

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Thursday, 19 June: A new war brews in the Middle East; Tax changes are on the table; A big State of Origin win for Queensland; And some honorary Oscars... SPONSORED: You can find out more about HubSpot's Breeze AI platform ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and…

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Pokemon card craze in full swing, and saving your grandma from a Facebook scam. 9:12

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Your daily kids news podcast. Pokemon card craze in full swing; Japan’s sleeping puffer jacket; Maroons win State of Origin; and saving your grandma from a Facebook scam. Pokemon cards are hot right now — like, flaming Charizard hot. But some folks are taking the trading too far, with stores being robbed and collectors going card-crazy. Only in Jap…

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Trump makes an early G7 exit, and a puffer jacket you can sleep in 11:03

6d ago11:03

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Wednesday, 18 June: Trump makes an early G7 exit; Pheobe Bishop's body is found; A sunscreen barney; And a puffer jacket innovation... SPONSORED: You can find out more about HubSpot's Breeze AI platform ⁠here⁠. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠here⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠h…

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Aussie outback bounces back, and Britain’s real-life spy-boss revealed. 9:21

6d ago9:21

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Your daily kids news podcast. Aussie outback bounces back; Britain’s real-life spy-boss revealed; Pixar’s purr-fect new plans; and Grandad shreds the skatepark. After floods soaked Thargomindah, the town bounced back with a joyful Shearers Shindig! There were pig races, colour runs, and lightning-fast sheep haircuts! Say hello to the new head of MI…

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The Call Sheet: Trent Dalton on ambition, regrets and what comes next 1:05:57

6d ago1:05:57

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Not many Aussie authors have made a bigger impact on the book world over the past decade than Trent Dalton. In this chat, the Brisbane-born journo-turned-novelist reflects on surviving the '90s newsroom culture, why he’s drawn to darkness in storytelling, and the incredible success he has had. He opens up about process, ambition, failure - and why …

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Your Shortcut to... The conflict between Israel and Iran 13:16

7d ago13:16

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Long-simmering tensions between Israel and Iran have boiled over after Israel launched a major attack on Iran, targeting its military leaders, nuclear scientists, and energy infrastructure. Israel claims Iran is developing nuclear weapons - but Iran denies that, saying its nuclear program is solely for the purposes of clean energy. So in this Squiz…

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Aussies caught in the Middle East, and the Logie noms are out 10:45

7d ago10:45

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Tuesday, 17 June: Aussies get caught in the Middle East; The G7 Summit kicks off; Eating the rainbow; And a ladies' Logies... SPONSORED: You can find out more about HubSpot's Breeze AI platform here. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super here. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠https://aware.c…

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Dragons... Your Shortcut 8:38

7d ago8:38

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This is your Squiz Kids Shortcut to Dragons—the podcast where we dive into the who, what, when, where, why, and how of big news stories. We'll take you through WHERE the myths and legends of dragons come from, WHO the dragons of stories, books and movies are, and WHY they still breathe fire into our imaginations today. For the full episode transcri…

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Israel and Iran trade strikes, and all eyes on Adam Scott 11:59

8d ago11:59

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Monday 16th June: Israel and Iran trade strikes, a search for a shooter in the US, Adam Scott's a big chance at the US Open, and rocking out just a bit too hard... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super here.Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠. Amount of fee reduction will …

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Middle East tensions explained, and Sonic takes on Mario. 9:40

8d ago9:40

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Your daily kids news podcast. Middle East tensions explained; Golden loo still missing; South Africa wins the cricket; and Sonic takes on Mario. A serious argument between two countries—Israel and Iran—has gotten fiery. World leaders are watching closely, hoping things calm down. It’s happening far away, but it’s important to know about. Six years …

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Weekly Wrap: LA protests, a rough week in TV, and Monash IVF does it again 35:22

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Trump has deployed the National Guard and Marines, we'll get you across what that means as the protests in LA continue. It was also a rough week for broadcast TV, with both The Project and Q+A cancelled. And there was another Monash IVF bungle. Coming up - the G7 kicks off in Canada, and State of Origin. LINKS Watch/listen to our interview with Ste…

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Cuba... Squiz the World 9:58

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The US attacks Iran, and it's South Korea's time to shine 11:59

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Iran makes its move, and Acca Dacca's back again 11:08

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Winter solstice with a bang, and Labubu craze hits fever pitch. 9:51

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Bonus ep: The Call Sheet: Trent Dalton on ambition, regrets and what comes next 1:06:40

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Weekly Wrap: The Israel-Iran conflict, mushroom trial wraps up, and sunscreen drama 36:14

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The US considers striking Iran, and a tasty sweet potato 12:26

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Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz 7:57

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Your Shortcut to... The Tassie stadium saga 12:48

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A new war brews in the Middle East, and some honorary Oscars 11:26

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Pokemon card craze in full swing, and saving your grandma from a Facebook scam. 9:12

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Trump makes an early G7 exit, and a puffer jacket you can sleep in 11:03

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Aussie outback bounces back, and Britain’s real-life spy-boss revealed. 9:21

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The Call Sheet: Trent Dalton on ambition, regrets and what comes next 1:05:57

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Your Shortcut to... The conflict between Israel and Iran 13:16

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Aussies caught in the Middle East, and the Logie noms are out 10:45

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Dragons... Your Shortcut 8:38

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Israel and Iran trade strikes, and all eyes on Adam Scott 11:59

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Middle East tensions explained, and Sonic takes on Mario. 9:40

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Weekly Wrap: LA protests, a rough week in TV, and Monash IVF does it again 35:22