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The Week Junior Show

English, Children-Kids, 1 season, 180 episodes, 2 days, 20 hours, 8 minutes
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The Week Junior Show takes you behind the scenes of the award-winning magazine for 8 to 14-year-olds. Each week, Bex from Fun Kids is joined by members of The Week Junior team to discuss their favourite stories, debate the week’s hot topic and discover whether the ‘Real or Rubbish?’ report is fake news or the real deal.
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Hurricane Milton and the best season

We're talking about how communities in the US are recovering from Hurricane Milton, the meaning behind wrinkles on elephant trunks, and a dance company that's opening up the stage for everyone!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/18/202427 minutes, 38 seconds
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Earth's second moon

In this week's episode, we talk about The Wild Robot, how Earth has gained a second moon, and why broccoli might be on the menu at a fish and chip shop. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether kids should learn to grow their own food...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/11/202423 minutes, 40 seconds
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Transformers and the Week Junior Book Awards

This week, we chat the Week Junior Book Awards, sea creatures that work together as a team, and the recent X Games in Japan. We've also got an exclusive interview with the stars of the upcoming film, Transformers One. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/4/202429 minutes, 58 seconds
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2026 Commonwealth Games and skincare for kids

We're going to be talking about dancing apes, some uniquely designed robots, and the hosts for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. We're also going to be having a big debate about children using skin care products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/27/202422 minutes, 34 seconds
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Sign language and text walking

We're going to be talking about sign language, a young person who volunteers to help others, and a victory for environmental campaigners. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it should be illegal to text and walk at the same time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/20/202420 minutes, 33 seconds
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AI teachers and funky pizzas

In this episode of the Week Junior show, host Bex is joined by Laura and Eve to discuss various topics, including an inspiring role model, a historic discovery made by two sisters, and the intriguing ways dogs remember their toys. They also engage in a debate about AI teachers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/13/202421 minutes, 51 seconds
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Ice lollies and nuclear power

We're chatting Paralympics, Air Ambulance Week, and La Tomatina Festival in this week's episodeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/6/202418 minutes, 50 seconds
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School uniforms and Olympic torches

In this week's episode of TWJS, we're chatting everything back-to-school and whether schools should require uniforms, to the Paralympics opening ceremony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/30/202423 minutes, 6 seconds
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Paralympics and super blue moons

We chat Paralympics, a rare super blue moon, and debate on whether shops should stop selling plastic water bottles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/23/202423 minutes, 37 seconds
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Astronauts stuck in space and banana peel boots

We're finding out about the extension of two astronauts' mission in space, innovative banana peel boots for zookeepers, and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Plus a debate about noise levels in galleries our favourite museums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/16/202423 minutes, 30 seconds
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Unrest in the UK and Olympic achievements

Bex is joined by Kate and Eve from the Week Junior magazine. They discuss various topics including community efforts to rebuild after unrest in the UK, Olympic achievements, and a Scottish bog receiving World Heritage status! They also delve into a debate about whether it's ethical to swim with wildlife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/9/202422 minutes, 14 seconds
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The Spectacular Olympic Opening Ceremony

This week on The Week Junior Show, we're chatting about the spectacular opening ceremony for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, one of histories greatest fossil hunters and whether human stress can be passed on to dogs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/2/202422 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Glitch that Caused Disruption around the World

This week we learn about the global computer glitch that caused disruption around the world, how a scientist's unique collection could help feed the world and debating whether company bosses get paid too much money! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/26/202423 minutes, 55 seconds
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Getting Ready for the Olympic Games in Paris!

This week on The Week Junior Show, we're talking all about the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, hearing about some special insects that store Carbon Dioxide in their homes and we learn about a VERY long bicycle!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/19/202423 minutes, 49 seconds
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The General Election and a spa for Frogs!

This week Bex, Joe and Eve will discuss the results of the General Election, debating ice cream cones and learning all about a special frog spa! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/12/202424 minutes, 49 seconds
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Is Monopoly the best game ever?

This week we reveal the new Waterstones Children's Laureate, we talk Glastonbury festival and we debate whether Monopoly is the best game ever!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/5/202421 minutes, 48 seconds
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Beetles in Backpacks!

Today we learn about a march for nature, beetles in backpacks and hear about the history of Scottish video games!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/28/202421 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Best Biscuit Crunch

This week we learn all about the Week Junior reader survey on politics, what makes the best biscuit crunch and should we have bright packaging on treats? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/21/202424 minutes, 57 seconds
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Growing food in Space?

This week we are hearing about the Week Junior Book Awards and debating whether children should be told what to read. Plus we hear about a survey where we young people tell us their thoughts on politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/14/202424 minutes, 13 seconds
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Cat doctors and a debate on National Service

We talk about a charity hero, a university students brilliant invention, finding out if rain can be good for you AND having a big debate on National Service! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/7/202422 minutes, 39 seconds
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The General Election and an Orchestra conducted by Dogs?

This week on The Week Junior Show we talk about the upcoming General Election, find out why sea otters are using tools to crack open shells and debating whether films should be shorter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/31/202422 minutes, 31 seconds
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How NASA are preparing for trips to the Moon!

This week we hear all about the football teams that were crowned as champions, how NASA are preparing for trips to the moon, and the children who have starred at the Chelsea flower show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/25/202420 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Northern Lights in the UK

This week we talk about the Northern Lights in the UK, how beluga whales communicate and an awesome portal between Dublin and New York!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/17/202426 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Return of Dr. Who and a Crab joke competition!

This week we hear all about a the return of Dr. Who, some wildlife conversation success stories and debate whether you should go to school if you're sick! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/10/202422 minutes, 16 seconds
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A message from a distant spacecraft!

This week we learn all about a distant spacecraft that has got in touch with scientists, a pet octopus with a surprise and bigger school lunches!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/4/202425 minutes, 54 seconds
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The London Marathon and an Invincible Football Team!

This week on The Week Junior Show we hear about the heroes of the London Marathon, learn about an invincible football team and the origins of the word "robot!"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/26/202425 minutes, 42 seconds
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Interview with boxer Anthony Joshua and a Wooly Tank!

This week we hear all about a giant wooly tank, hear an exclusive interview with boxer Anthony Joshua, and learn about a climate change victory in Sweden!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/19/202422 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Man who Ran the Length of Africa

This Week we talk about the man who ran the length of Africa, how best to relieve feelings of anger and also have a debate about snake meat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/12/202418 minutes, 35 seconds
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Musical Cambodian car horns

The rediscovery of a Javan tiger, an inspiring mural at Birmingham airport, and a record-breaking window cleaner are all in this week's Week Junior Show! Bex is joined by Joe and Kaye. They're chatting about extinct animals and whether villages should ban coaches. Plus, should musical car horns in Cambodia being banned by the prime minister?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/4/202419 minutes, 9 seconds
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Which famous frog inspired the name of a fossil?

This week we find out why laughing is good for you, a mission to recruit more spies and which famous frog has inspired the name of a fossil! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/29/202421 minutes, 49 seconds
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Icelandic Eruptions and Reviving Trees!

This week we learn all about Iceland's most recent volcanic eruption and a mission to bring a tree back to life. Today's big debate is whether musicians should stop swearing in their lyrics? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/22/202422 minutes, 53 seconds
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Tap Dancing Frogs and Taylor Swift Superfans!

This week we talk about the Governments new plans for the country's money, tap dancing frogs and the hunt for a Taylor Swift Super fan! We also have a debate about school dinners! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/15/202424 minutes, 29 seconds
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A Hippo for President?

This week we talk about a record breaking win at the BRIT awards and a VERY tall horse! Our big debate is about parks being closed at night!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/8/202422 minutes, 12 seconds
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A Mysterious Egg and World Book Day!

This week we hear about the people who have been saving lives at sea for 200 years, apes teasing each other and hearing all about a very mysterious egg!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/1/202421 minutes, 15 seconds
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Do you flush the toilet?

Flora and Kaye digest the latest headlines including a smelly story about toilets and some great news about hedgehogs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/23/202420 minutes, 28 seconds
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A Mysterious Humming Noise and Special Medals

This week we're talking all about the wonders of beach combing, a mysterious humming sound and specially designed medals for this years Olympic and Paralympic games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/16/202422 minutes, 58 seconds
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Children's Mental Health Week Special

This week we hear some of your top tips for looking after your wellbeing and mental health, and also hear from mental health experts on how we can look after our own wellbeingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/9/202429 minutes, 40 seconds
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A Ghost Bus Mystery and Ghanaian Treasure

This week we learn about the upcoming Children's Mental health week, a mysterious Ghost bus and Ghanaian Treasure!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/2/202421 minutes, 53 seconds
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Mystery of the missing Underpants

This week we're talking about the recent storms that have swept across the UK, finding out about some missing underpants and hearing about a groundbreaking new medical treatment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/26/202417 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Town with no Sunlight for 30 Days

This week we learn all about the Big Garden birdwatch, the Canadian town that didn't see sunlight for 30 days and the squash players who played in this years Junior OpenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/19/202424 minutes, 34 seconds
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How Minecraft became SO popular!

This week we hear about how Minecraft became one of the world's most popular video games, the discovery of new species and scientists decoding the cluck of a chicken! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/12/202423 minutes, 30 seconds
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Training Squirrels to collect rubbish?

This week we're talking about the UK's heroes who have been honoured by King Charles and new technology that is helping young people in Wales!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/5/202423 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Week Junior Christmas Special

Bex is at the Week Junior's Christmas Party discussing their favourite stories of the year! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/22/202320 minutes, 48 seconds
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The Great Snail Rescue!

This week we talk about the winner of this years amazing cover competition,we also find out how scientists in France have been rescuing snails and should adults get Christmas presents?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/15/202320 minutes, 29 seconds
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Should the School Week be four days long?

This week we're talking about some very cold weather that swept across the UK last week and we'll be discussing whether school week should only be four days long!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/8/202321 minutes, 46 seconds
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How are headlice helping Historians?

Get ready for a very hairy episode of the Week Junior Show! This week we talk about a very important climate change conference, finding out how historians can study history using headlice and we have a real or rubbish all about coats made of human hair!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/1/202322 minutes, 7 seconds
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Do Animals have Imagination?

This week on the Week Junior show we find out how to join a group of volunteers planting thousands of trees, hearing about whether rats can use his imagination and having a big debate about log fires!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/24/202323 minutes, 15 seconds
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Dr. Who's 60th Anniversary!

This week we're travelling through time and space to talk about the 60th anniversary of Dr. Who, hearing about how raw sewage can keep people's houses warm and having a big debate on whether species should be named after people!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/17/202325 minutes, 30 seconds
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Should fireworks be banned?

This week on the week junior show, we talk about speaking out about bullying, finding out the truth about starfish limbs and also we are debating whether fireworks should be banned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/10/202320 minutes, 53 seconds
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Should Parents Choose Your Clothes?

This week we're talking about the winner of the rugby world cup, talking about how certain foods can help your well being and debating whether parents should choose your clothes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/3/202318 minutes, 59 seconds
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Poo Frogs and Politicians in Disneyland!

This week we're showing off our spooktacular magazine which is out just in time for Halloween, we're introducing you to a poo frog and debating whether pizza is better than pasta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/27/202321 minutes, 48 seconds
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Real life Magic School!

This week we're talking about a spell binding new course at the university of Exeter and finding out about a brand new flavour discovered by scientists! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/20/202326 minutes, 15 seconds
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100 Years of Disney!

This week we hear all about the 100th Anniversary of Disney and hearing about a huge LIBRARY marathon and talking about whether dog owners should take a test!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/16/202322 minutes, 3 seconds
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Shrek's Swamp and The Week Junior Book Awards

This week we are talking all about the winners of The Week Junior book awards, whether meerkats can detect human emotions and debating whether shops start Christmas too early!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/6/202325 minutes, 57 seconds
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Black History Month and Musical Birds

This week we're going to be learning about Black History month, hearing about some very musical birds and debating whether spiders should get more love!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/28/202322 minutes, 53 seconds
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More PE Sports and a National Lying Down Contest!

This week we're finding out about how people in Libya have been pulling together to help others, a clever new paint that scientists have discovered that helps people keep their houses cool  and whether PE should include more sports? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/22/202319 minutes, 55 seconds
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Tennis ball homes for harvest mice!

This week we're finding out about why scientists want to make tennis better for the environment, how schools in Sweden are going back to basics and whether plants should have legal rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/14/202322 minutes, 4 seconds
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Why are schools across the UK closing their buildings?

This week we learn all about machines that can think for themselves and find out why schools across the UK have been closing their buildings. Also we settle a big score in the big debate. What's better ceral or toast?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/8/202321 minutes, 20 seconds
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India's mission to the moon!

This week we are finding out about India's recent mission to land on the moon, find out a creative way firefighters are putting out fires and debating whether people should be washing their clothes less!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/31/202321 minutes, 39 seconds
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The Legacy of the Lionesses and Tree of the Year!

This week on The Week Junior show, we're talking about the legacy of the lionesses, the nominees for Tree of the Year and debating whether the rich should be paying more tax!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/25/202317 minutes, 47 seconds
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Quest to find the Loch Ness Monster!

This week we're finding out about how an inspiring young conservationist is making a difference, learning about an upcoming quest to find the Loch Ness Monster and have a big debate about whether new films should feature new characters instead of old ones? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/18/202320 minutes, 5 seconds
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A New Language and a Voyage Around the World!

This week we're going to be finding out about an exciting voyage around the world and hearing about South Africa's new language and having a big debate about... Going to the toilet?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/11/202323 minutes, 41 seconds
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BONUS: The Space Programme

Fun Kids, the UK's children's radio station, has a brand new series called The Space Programme?  Life on the Isle of Lune is about to get out-of-this-world! It's a radio drama all about a brand new UK spaceport and the story of a soon-to-be child-astronaut. Hear The Space Programme every Friday from 4pm on Fun Kids, the UK's children's radio station, and as a podcast too.  Plus, Fun Kids Podcasts+ subscribers get all 20 episodes right now, ad-free! Listen to the whole series before anyone else. Get a 30-day free trial of Fun Kids Podcasts+ by tapping 'Try Free' in Apple Podcasts or by heading to FunKidsLive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/6/20238 minutes, 47 seconds
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Hungry Horses reducing Wildfires!

This week we hear about why hungry horses could reduce wildfires, the prime minister is allowing energy companies to drill for oil and gas plus we have a debate on what's better, the swimming pool or the beach?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/4/202321 minutes, 18 seconds
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Should you get paid for chores?

It's a boredom busting episode of the Week Junior Show, we hear why Scientists think Roman buildings have survived for so long and we also ask the big question: Should you get paid for chores?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/28/202318 minutes, 50 seconds
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Artificial Intelligence and London's Super Sewer

We're talking about the big Summer of Reading challenge, speaking to the prime minister of the children's parliament about the future of AI and discovering everything we need to know about London's SUPER SEWER!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/21/202326 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Value of Libraries and what Elephants eat!

THis week on the Week Junior show we learn all about the Women's World Cup, the value and importance of libraries, what elephants like to eat and having a debate about the hosepipe ban!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/14/202322 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ancient Pizza and No phone Saturdays!

We're finding out how the government are helping wildlife in England and discovering some strict phone laws and hearing about ancient pizza! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/7/202322 minutes, 29 seconds
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75 Years of the NHS!

This week we're celebrating 75 years of the NHS, finding out about someone in the distant past and hearing about free school meals in Kenya! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/30/202321 minutes, 24 seconds
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Compassion during Refugee Week and Musical AI

This week we are talking about showing compassion in refugee week, finding out about an ancient sword and debating whether we think AI making music is a good or bad thing?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/23/202320 minutes, 43 seconds
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Amazing Survival Story of Four Children in the Jungle

This week we're finding out why smoke alerts were issued across US and Canada and how animals in Dorset are helping to boost nature, and are baths better than showers?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/16/202327 minutes, 11 seconds
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The Origins of Hip Hop!

This week we're finding out about the origins of hip hop, hearing how parents in Ireland are banning smart phones plus we'll have a debate all about abbreviations!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/9/202325 minutes, 10 seconds
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Should SATS be scrapped?

This week we're going to be finding out how NASA is training people to live on Mars, a clean up job on Mount Everest and also debating whether SATS be scrapped? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/2/202322 minutes, 24 seconds
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Book Awards and Gene Edited Food!

This Week, we talk about some very exciting book awards, why people see colours differently and whether people should eat gene edited food!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/26/202325 minutes, 51 seconds
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Noisy frogs and extra hard SATS!

This week we're talking about ways to stop worrying, finding out the winners of the British book awards and also debating whether grey squirrels should be on the menu!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/19/202321 minutes, 2 seconds
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The King's Coronation!

This week we're going to be talking about the UK's first coronation in 70 years as King Charles III was crowned! In the big debate this week we discuss whether cats should be kept indoors!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/12/202320 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Crown Jewels and Swimming Schemes

We discuss the crown jewels in preparation for the coronation of King Charles III, We find out about a new scheme to get children swimming and having a debate on whether we should stop sending cards and letters!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/5/202322 minutes, 55 seconds
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Why has the Deputy Prime Minister stepped down?

This week we're discussing why the Deputy Prime Minister, Dominic Raab has stepped down, how pupils in Spain helped design their school buildings and having a big debate on whether there should be more bank holidays!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/28/202320 minutes, 38 seconds
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Earth Day and The King's Pants

This week, we'll be discovering what we can do to help protect the planet, we're learning about the kings pants, and we have a big debate about the House of Lords!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/21/202320 minutes, 6 seconds
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Can plants tell us when they're thirsty?

This week on The Week Junior Show, we'll be talking about how you can express yourself and find your voice, how plants can let us know whether they are stressed and in today's big debate we'll be discussing whether it's better to write or type?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/14/202324 minutes, 11 seconds
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Which Star Wars Character is helping out in Ukraine?

This week we'll be talking about how young people are spending their time online, how a star wars character is helping people in Ukraine and having a big debate about the Octopus!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/7/202319 minutes, 53 seconds
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Mr. Pickles the Tortoise and a debate about the monarchy

This week we'll be talking about the Women's Six Nations rugby tournament, we'll be  finding out about a VERY special tortoise called Mr. Pickles (what a great name!) and we'll be debating whether the UK should get rid of royalty?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/31/202318 minutes, 38 seconds
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76 year old James Bond and a debate about remaking animated movies!

This week we hear some great stories about how people in Cardiff are helping others in need, we hear more about the dog between dogs and humans and learn about some 300 year old clocks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/24/202316 minutes, 58 seconds
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Improving Sport for Girls and Solving a Sea Monster myth?

This week on The Week Junior, Flora busts an ancient sea monster myth by telling us all about a whale feeding technique, and we also hear about what's being done to improve sporting opportunities for girls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/17/202319 minutes, 4 seconds
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Max Woosey's Charity Challenge and an Exclamation Mark Debate

The Week Junior crew tell us all about Max Woosey's amazing charity challenge, we have a debate about exclamation marks. We also hear about a campaign to increase the number of female authored books that are studied within the GCSE curriculum.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/10/202321 minutes, 54 seconds
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Vegetable Shortages and a debate about Roald Dahl

This week on the Week Junior we hear all about why a vegetable shortage has hit our supermarkets and we have a big debate on whether Roald Dahl's books should be changed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/3/202322 minutes, 46 seconds
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Free School Meals and A Creme Egg fiend?

The Week Junior team tell you all about Rishi Sunak's plan to give all London pupils free school meals and in real or rubbish, we hear all about a Creme egg mystery! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/24/202322 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Earthquake in Turkey and Syria

The Week Junior give an update on the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria and tell you about some of the local rescuers that have helped with the disaster. Also are pigeons smarter than we think? We find out in Real or Rubbish! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/17/202322 minutes, 21 seconds
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Amazing women in scientists and Secrets of Mummification!

This week we hear about some of the most influential women in science plus hear about some ancient secrets of mummification! There is also a debate on whether parents shouting on the sidelines should be allowed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/10/202322 minutes, 2 seconds
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A debate about the Prime Energy Drink

It's another fun packed show with the team from The Week Junior, where we discuss whether shops should name their own price for the Prime Energy Drink. Plus are scientists PAYING people to eat cheese before bed? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/3/202320 minutes, 9 seconds
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Teacher strikes and a war against wee?

This week on the Week Junior show we tell you what you need to know about the upcoming teacher strikes, one man in Cheltenham's war against wee and have a big debate about easter eggs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/27/202321 minutes, 28 seconds
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Ravi's dream and the anniversary of the London Underground

This week we are hearing how one boy is making people's dreams come true, celebrating the anniversary of the Llondon Underground and have some super cute seal news!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/20/202323 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Great Creature Count and a debate about the cinema!

This week on The Week Junior, we hear all about London Zoo's great creature count! We also debate whether it's better to watch movies in the cinema or at home! Plus there's an extra terrestrial Real or Rubbish for you to solve!  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/13/202324 minutes, 36 seconds
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Sea spiders and a limit on screen time?

Welcome to the first episode of The Week Junior Show of 2023! Eve and Vanessa share their resolutions with Bex, Eve tells us about some terrifying sea spiders plus we have a big debate on whether there should be a limit on screen time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/6/202319 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Week Junior Christmas Special!

It's a special edition of the week junior as the whole team gathers to share Christmas traditions and their favourite stories of the year! We also hear from some of The Week Junior Heroes of the year!  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/23/202222 minutes, 39 seconds
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Unusual Festive Traditions and a Walrus in Southampton!

This week, the team from the Week Junior talk about some strange festive traditions, we hear about an unexpected visit from a Walrus in Southampton and our big debate is all about unusual baby names!     Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/16/202221 minutes, 23 seconds
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Understanding Strep A, a life-saving dog, and a sky-diving experience

This week, the team from the Week Junior tell you all you need to know about Strep A and also we learn about a famous dog called Swansea Jack Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/9/202224 minutes, 55 seconds
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Incredible beetles and the tidiest football fans!

This week on The Week Junior Show we hear about some incredible beetles, the recent strikes and what they mean and we have a debate on whether oil companies should pay more tax! Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/2/202223 minutes, 30 seconds
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Snoopy in space and mysterious gnomes!

This week we hear about why Shaun The Sheep and Snoopy are heading to space plus real or rubbish covers a mystery involving the arrival of a mysterious group of gnomes to a former gnome inspector's house! Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/24/202220 minutes, 34 seconds
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The World Cup and Speedy Shoes!

The Week Junior show discuss the controversies surrounding the World Cup in Qatar and our real or rubbish is all about special shoes that could make you walk faster!  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/18/202225 minutes, 42 seconds
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COP27 and Panto Season!

This week on The Week Junior Show, we hear about this weeks cover story featuring COP27, we hear about a particularly generous pantomime, and also hear about making the perfect dog poop!   Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/11/202222 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Week Junior Show meets Adam B

ADVERTISEMENT • In this special episode TV presenter Adam B talks to Bex and Eve about his brilliant new book, Adam Wins The Internet. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated children's news show created by the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. Writers and editors from The Week Junior discuss stories from the latest issue with a new episode released every Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/8/202212 minutes, 31 seconds
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Trainers for Horses and Throwing Soup at Paintings

This week on the Week Junior Show, Sarah and Eve debate the effectiveness of throwing soup at paintings as a form of protest and also our real or rubbish question asks whether horses in America are getting fashionable footwear...  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/3/202218 minutes, 42 seconds
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The astonishing journey of a twelve year old in Ukraine

This week on The Week Junior Show we hear the story of Yeva, the twelve year-old girl who fled from Ukraine with her grandma and her diary. We also discuss whether humans can hibernate and have a debate on following your dreams Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/28/202224 minutes, 44 seconds
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Dance for Energy and a Bird of the Year controversy!

The Week Junior Show this week tell you how you can dance for energy and police in Wales are getting a unique mode of transport...  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/21/202217 minutes, 35 seconds
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The Protests in Iran & Living off Grid

Vanessa explains what caused young Iranian girls to protest against the government and how the protest is growing to other countries. Vanessa and Sarah also debate about the benefits of "living off grid" Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/14/202218 minutes, 28 seconds
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Emojis in Glasses and The London Marathon

This week we hear from Nottingham school pupil Lowri Moore who tells us about ehr new campaign to get more emojis in glasses. We also hear about some the triumphs of the London Marathon!  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/7/202223 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Mini-Budget and Tips to avoid embarrassment

The Week Junior show this week covers the chancellor's mini-budget and the affect that has had on the economy over the last few days. We also look at some hot tips to stop you from getting hot under the collar with embarrassment.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/30/202219 minutes, 51 seconds
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Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

The Week Junior pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II after her funeral and reveal how they chose this weeks cover photo. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/23/202219 minutes, 40 seconds
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Remembering Queen Elizabeth II

The Week Junior pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II who sadly passed away last Thursday. We hear some listener tributes to The Queen and explain how the story has unfolded over the last week.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/16/202225 minutes, 19 seconds
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A New Prime Minister and The Secrets of Downing Street

Many of you will be getting copies of your magazines today and we know that many of you make The Week Junior and The Week Junior Show part of your weekly routines. Here’s the episode of the podcast we recorded on Thursday morning before we learned of the sad news. Next week in both the magazine and the podcast, we’ll be paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II and we’d love to include your thoughts. Head to FunKidsLive.com to record a message. The UK has a brand new Prime Minister! We find out about Liz Truss and find out some secrets of 10 Downing Street! We also discover which lucky bug has been crowned as Britain's favourite! Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/9/202223 minutes, 51 seconds
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Youngest flyer and back to school

In this episode, we’ll be finding out about the amazing Mack Rutherford - the teenager who just landed after flying alone around the world, we’ll discover an animal with an unusual talent, we’ll uncover the secrets behind some shiny shoes and reveal why our pet dogs might be crying... Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/2/202220 minutes, 34 seconds
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School Uniforms and The Best Joke

On The Week Junior Show Vanessa and Sarah discuss School Uniforms, The Best Joke award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and debate whether doing nothing can actually be good for you! Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/26/202220 minutes, 1 second
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The Poo Patrol and a Mysterious Universe

On this weeks episode of The Week Junior Show, we find out about what drought means for the UK, find out about a very special poo patrol and also debate whether strikes are good or bad.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/19/202222 minutes, 31 seconds
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Can you make crisps out of jellyfish?

Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/12/202222 minutes, 50 seconds
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Victory for the Lionesses and should cars be banned in cities?

Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/5/202224 minutes, 33 seconds
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Wasps and the Commonwealth Games

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show, we’ll find out about some good news for the world’s biggest cats, how your favourite Disney characters can help you to get active, and the sports event showcasing all the best that Birmingham has to offer. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether wasps are treated unfairly. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/29/202216 minutes, 50 seconds
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Heatwaves and smartphone addiction

We chat about scorching summer temperatures and whether we might be using our smartphones too much...  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/22/202219 minutes, 28 seconds
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The next Prime Minister and UK heatwaves

Anna, Vanessa and Bushra talk about the contest to lead the Conservatives, the heatwave sweeping the UK and how reading builds empathy. We also debate whether emojis are a good way to communicate and test Bex's critical thinking skills by challenging her to work out if a hairy tale is real or rubbish! Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/15/202223 minutes, 26 seconds
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Plastic problems and toy libraries

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about a big country tackling its plastic problem, a poet who has been awarded the highest position in children’s literature and a Scottish library filled not with books but with toys.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/8/202221 minutes, 45 seconds
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Women's EUROs and cartoon clothes

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about a historic statue, the return of the world’s greatest festival and a major football tournament kicking off in England. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether Minnie Mouse should swap her famous red dress for a trouser suit. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/1/202220 minutes, 46 seconds
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CBBC on live TV and flights to Rwanda

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about the arguments surrounding some flights to Rwanda, an innovative plan to cool down the Spanish capital and what goes on at the world’s most famous tennis tournament. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether CBBC should be moved from live TV. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/24/202225 minutes, 20 seconds
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Refugees and rewilding

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show, we’ll find out about an exciting shipwreck discovery, a special protest in Sweden and a change to plans for rewilding in the UK. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether rich countries should do more to help refugees. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/17/202226 minutes, 15 seconds
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Vote of No Confidence and reading for fun

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about a special vote about the Prime Minister, the winner of the UK City of Culture award and what charity Save the Children has said about the generosity of young people. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether people should read for fun every day. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/10/202221 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Downing Street Parties and World Environment Day

In this week's The Week Junior Show... We're finding out about the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. A final report into the Downing Street Parties. And World Environment Day. Plus, we'll have a debate about whether E-scooters should remain banned. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/3/202217 minutes, 56 seconds
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Farting footballers and finishing food

Should you finish all of your food? That's what Bex, Ben, James and Eve are chatting about in this week's Big Debate. We also find out what's inside the pages of this week's issue of The Week Junior magazine.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/27/202223 minutes, 33 seconds
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Eurovision and bee-friendly bus stops

Bee-friendly bus stops, new rules for healthy eating, and the results of this year's Eurovision Song Contest are all featured in this episode of The Week Junior Show, packed with everything you need to know.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/20/202220 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Big Plastic Count and orange juice cereal

James, Ben, Vanessa and Bex talk through the latest issue of The Week Junior including news of a new Doctor Who, a Greenpeace campaign to count plastic waste, and Tropicana making special cereal.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/13/202229 minutes, 10 seconds
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Inspirational astronauts and Eid

Bex, Ben, Eve and Augustus break down the biggest stories of the week including Eid celebrations, an inspirational astronaut, and young people being thanked for helping the world. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/6/202223 minutes, 10 seconds
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French elections and Taylor Swift's millipede

French elections and something about Taylor Swift and a millipede... Eve, Michael, Bex and Augustus recap the big stories of the week. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/29/202218 minutes, 37 seconds
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Dragon discoveries and lockdown parties

Michael's trying to fool Bex in Real or Rubbish. Is there a brand new dragon discovery? Plus, we find out about fines dished out at 10 Downing Street and have a debate about playgrounds. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/22/202221 minutes, 32 seconds
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Stephen Lawrence Day and hot cross buns

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out Stephen Lawrence Day, the UK’s new plans for clean energy and the results of The Big Garden Birdwatch. Plus, we’ll have a debate about whether it’s time to change classic hot cross buns. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/14/202220 minutes, 2 seconds
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Pics of pets and the history of maps

Digesting some of the biggest stories of the week are Eve, Bex, Michael and Ben.  Today, it's the tale of an airport-dwelling gentleman, a debate about whether we should be snapping pics of pets, and Ben tells us about the history of maps. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/8/202224 minutes, 45 seconds
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Oscars history and protesting in sport

Eve, Bex, Michael and Ben take on some of the biggest stories of the week including Oscars history and whether athletes should be allowed to protest in their sports. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/1/202224 minutes, 27 seconds
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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe returns home and feeding people on Mars?

Ben, Bushra and Michael join Bex to discuss Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's return home from Iran, the winner of the biggest prize in architecture and a plan to feed people on Mars using fish poo?! Plus, they debate whether fake grass is better than a real lawn... Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/25/202221 minutes, 22 seconds
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Endurance discovered and scrapping school ties

Ben, Michael and Kaye join Bex to discuss the discovery of Endurance, how the UK's shopping habits have changed and a new set of stamps celebrating Covid heroes. Plus, they debate whether school ties should be scrapped and work out whether a batty tale is real or rubbish. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/18/202223 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ukrainian refugees and plastic waste agreements

Anna, Michael and Kaye from the editorial team join Bex to discuss what's being done to help Ukrainian refugees, the details of an important plastic waste agreement and the incredible power of doodling. Plus, a debate on whether teenagers should drink coffee. We also work out whether a strange story is fake news or the real deal. Something definitely smells a bit off about it! Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine and the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/11/202224 minutes, 22 seconds
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What's happening in Ukraine?

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the largest living forest feature in England and a recreation of the world’s oldest trousers. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether parents should track their children. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/4/202224 minutes, 46 seconds
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UK storms and perfume for animals

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about big changes to Covid restrictions, the storms that battered the UK and how perfume is helping animals at London Zoo. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether board games are better than video games. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/25/202222 minutes, 47 seconds
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Renting toys and saving seas

The new issue of The Week Junior magazine is packed with everything you need to know about the most important and fascinating things happening around the planet and beyond.  Inside you’ll find out about a big conference that hopes to save our seas, an amazing invention that has helped paralysed people to walk, and the search for Ambassador Schools in memory of Stephen Lawrence. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/18/202222 minutes, 8 seconds
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Pillow fighting and city foxes

From the Winter Olympics to a debate about foxes in cities, Kaye, Michael, Ben and Bex chat through some of the biggest news stories of the week. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/11/202224 minutes, 54 seconds
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Downing Street parties and selling your organs

Kaye, Michael, Vanessa and Bex chat through some of the biggest stories of the week including the fact that Prime Minister Boris Johnson's under fire for parties within government that broke lockdown laws. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/4/202224 minutes, 37 seconds
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Canadian hares and £45 million paintings

Felicity, Bex, Kaye and Michael chat through the top stories of the week including the Winter Olympics in China, the journey of a Canadian Arctic Hare, and a solo-flying expert. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/28/202221 minutes, 20 seconds
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Pig hearts and typing versus writing

Kaye, Michael, Bex and Hugh chat through the top stories of the week.  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/21/202222 minutes, 49 seconds
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Farting cars and vaccine recipes

Michael, Flora, Kaye and Bex sit down to discuss some of the biggest news stories of the week including a Tesla that trumps and whether countries should share the otherwise secret formula to COVID vaccines. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/14/202219 minutes, 41 seconds
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James Webb Telescope and the New Year's Honours list

Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjunior On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show, we’ll find out about Africa’s biggest sporting event, who was picked for the New Year's Honours list and the launch of the most powerful telescope in history. Plus, we’ll have a debate about whether school term dates should be changed.  Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/7/202220 minutes, 31 seconds
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What happened in 2021?

The Week Junior team take a look back at the year and pick out some of the most important, interesting, and funny stories of the last 365 days. Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjuniorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/31/202137 minutes, 26 seconds
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Festive football and Olympics boycott

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about people helping others on Christmas Day, a boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics and the most festive football team in the world. Plus, we’ll have a debate about whether all shows should be ‘pay what you can’. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at dennismags.co.uk/theweekjuniorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/17/202124 minutes, 46 seconds
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Classics and cats

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out new rules on microchipping cats, the French superstar who has received a huge honour and the storms that have been battering Britain. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether more people should learn classics. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/10/202122 minutes, 44 seconds
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Roman mosaics and fake trees

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about Action for Children’s Secret Santa campaign, the discovery of a remarkable Roman mosaic and why the UK’s beaches are getting cleaner. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether artificial Christmas trees are better than real ones. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/3/202124 minutes, 41 seconds
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Crashing satellites into asteroids

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll find out about the amazing world of trees, the success of Children in Need and the astonishing plan to crash a spaceship into an asteroid. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether dogs should be banned from sports fields. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/26/202119 minutes, 22 seconds
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Harry Potter, Remembrance Sunday and the next World Cup

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll celebrate an important anniversary for the Harry Potter series, look back at how the UK marked Remembrance Sunday and find out which countries have qualified for the next World Cup. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether politicians should be allowed second jobs. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/19/202121 minutes, 33 seconds
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Film adaptations and Fortnite's banned

In this week's episode of The Week Junior Show, Bex, Flora, Kaye and Michael chat all about movies, Fortnite, and more.  Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/12/202121 minutes, 36 seconds
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Diwali and Bonfire Night

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll reveal what’s been happening at COP26 in Glasgow, discover how Diwali is being celebrated and find out what NASA has planned for the Moon. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether drones should replace fireworks. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/5/202119 minutes, 36 seconds
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COP26 and space tourism

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll look ahead to COP26, discover a very rare owl and find out about a 3,500-year-old ghost. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether space tourism is a good idea. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/29/202122 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Earthshot Prize and African Penguins

On this week's episode of The Week Junior Show, Ciaran, Michael, Bex and Vanessa reveal the winners of The Earthshot Prize, discover a celebration of Scotland's heritage, and find out the special skill that African penguins have. Plus, we have a debate all about formal dancing. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/22/202125 minutes, 3 seconds
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Greg James and Chris Smith talk The Great Dream Robbery and answer listener questions

ADVERTISEMENT BBC Radio stars Greg James and Chris Smith sit down with Bex and Flora from The Week Junior to answer your questions! How do they get their ideas? Is there anyone in the book based on a real person? What's their favourite pizza topping?  Greg and Chris have written loads of books, one of which is called The Great Dream Robbery, which is out now.  Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.uk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/19/202121 minutes, 59 seconds
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Poetry and slang in schools

On this week's episode of The Week Junior Show, Hugh, Kaye, Bex and Stevie chat through some of their favourite stories of the week, tell us their top poets and we have a debate all about slang. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/15/202122 minutes, 4 seconds
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LEGO arms and robot homes

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the student making prosthetic arms out of LEGO, Natasha’s Law and some rare tortoises being released into the wild. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether it’s a good idea to have robots in the home. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/8/202123 minutes, 1 second
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Black History Month and James Bond

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about Black History Month, a new survey into young people’s eating habits and a 24-hour charity concert. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether the next James Bond should be female. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/1/202127 minutes, 25 seconds
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Flower shows and wild selfies

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the first all-civilian crew to fly into space, what’s happening at the famous Chelsea Flower Show and ambitious plans to bring woolly mammoths back to life. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether selfies with wild animals should be banned. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/24/202126 minutes, 35 seconds
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Emma Radacanu and the future of train travel

Young tennis star Emma Radacanu’s amazing triumph at the US Open, a new 50p coin and the UK Youth Parliament holding its annual conference. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether first class train travel should be scrapped. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/17/202123 minutes, 33 seconds
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World Afro Day and Jewish New Year

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about World Afro Day, the conclusion of the Paralympics and the celebrations taking place for Jewish New Year. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether there should be limits on time spent playing video games. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/10/202125 minutes, 45 seconds
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Paralympics and parkour

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about a record breaking Paralympics, the robot that can do parkour and the birth of a rare white rhino calf. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether mountain visits should be limited. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/3/202118 minutes, 40 seconds
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Chatting chimps and sailing teens

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about animals being counted in Kenya, the teenager sailing around Britain and the surprising way in which chimps communicate. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether robots can replace artists. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/27/202124 minutes, 2 seconds
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Emoji and a really big volcano

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the start of the Paralympics in Tokyo, a volcano that’s getting bigger and the completion of an incredible swimming challenge. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether emoji improves language. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading and watch a special video featuring three very famous authors at https://youtu.be/b0PY-idpnmw Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/20/202123 minutes, 9 seconds
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End of the Olympics and famous stained glass windows

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the end of the Olympic games, an important report about climate change, and some amazing research on the famous stained glass windows of Canterbury Cathedral. Plus, a debate about whether audio books are better than printed books. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading and watch a special video featuring three very famous authors at https://youtu.be/b0PY-idpnmw Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/13/202129 minutes, 12 seconds
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BONUS: Mysteries of Science – Deja vu

We're sharing an episode of our sister podcast, Mysteries of Science. It's made by Dan and Ciaran who you'll recognise from The Week Junior Show. Remember to subscribe to the podcast by searching for 'Mysteries of Science' wherever you're listening to this.  Have you ever felt like you were living through a memory all over again, even though it couldn't have possibly have happened before? That feeling is known as deja vu, a French term that means 'already seen'...  In this episode of Mysteries of Science, what causes deja vu, and might it have anything to do with ghosts, past lives, and alien encounters?  Mysteries of Science is a fortnightly podcast created by The Week Junior's Science+Nature magazine and Fun Kids.  Tap follow or subscribe wherever you're listening to this to make sure you never miss an episode, and get ready for a summer of fascinating mysteries, including Bigfoot and Planet X. Get three copies of The Week Junior's Science+Nature magazine for just £5. sciencenature.theweekjunior.co.uk/podcast is the place to claim yours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/10/202118 minutes, 39 seconds
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The Week Junior's Summer of Reading Challenge

It's a slightly different episode of The Week Junior Show this week. Just like you, we're on our summer hols! Normal service resumes next week. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8/6/202143 minutes, 9 seconds
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Team GB and incredible fossils

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the Team GB gold rush at the Olympics, an incredible fossil find and one animal’s unusual survival skills. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether reducing waste is better than recycling. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/30/202126 minutes, 21 seconds
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Summer jobs, butterfly counting, and the Olympics

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the start of the Olympic Games, the Big Butterfly Count and the funniest class in the UK. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether young people should have summer jobs. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/23/202126 minutes, 48 seconds
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South Asian Heritage Month and good panda news

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about the exciting conclusion of the men’s European football championships, South Asian Heritage Month and some very good news about Pandas. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether fantasy fiction is better than reality fiction. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading. You can sign up for the special free online event at tinyurl.com/TWJ-SOR2021. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/16/202125 minutes, 44 seconds
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Our centenary episode: NHS awards, cereal boxes, and microchipping pets

On this week’s 100th episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about a very important baby gorilla, a special award for the NHS and how school pupils in Liverpool have helped change cereal boxes for the better. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether all pets should be microchipped. Find out more about the Summer of Reading challenge at theweekjunior.co.uk/summerofreading. You can sign up for the special free online event at tinyurl.com/TWJ-SOR2021.   Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. This isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/9/202125 minutes, 58 seconds
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Edible face masks and new banknotes

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about who has been put on Scotland’s new £50 note, an investigation into UFOs and a day devoted to gratitude. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether school days should be made longer. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. This isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7/2/202122 minutes, 25 seconds
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Windrush Day and mega Zoom

We're talking Windrush Day, the pupils who sang to world leaders on a 'mega Zoom' and a record-setting ultra-runner. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether young people should have an arts allowance. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. This isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/25/202124 minutes, 40 seconds
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Thank A Teacher Day and banning The Queen

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about Thank A Teacher Day, the heroes on the new honours list and the gorilla swapping Kent for the Congo. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about putting up pictures of the Queen. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. This isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/18/202124 minutes, 48 seconds
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Donkey flowers and D-Day

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about donkeys helping to grow flowers, the commemoration of D-Day and plans for the deepest pool in the world. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether villains are more interesting than heroes. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. By the way, this isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/11/202122 minutes, 38 seconds
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UEFA EURO and snail slime soap

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show we’ll be talking about a national nature campaign, the Chinese rover rolling onto Mars, and this year’s biggest football tournament. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether we should be using snail slime soap. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. By the way, this isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/4/202123 minutes, 13 seconds
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Free money and Bike Week

On this week’s episode of The Week Junior Show, we’ll be talking about Bike Week, plans for a 'Summer of Play' and 50 years of movie makers Lucasfilm. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about whether adults should be given free money. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. By the way, this isn’t the only podcast from The Week Junior. The Science + Nature magazine has its own Mysteries of Science podcast. There’s a new episode out on Monday all about alien life, and you can hear new episodes every fortnight all summer long. You can find it right here – search "Mysteries of Science"  Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/28/202123 minutes, 42 seconds
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China's Mars mission and a nationwide beach clean

On this week’s show we’ll be talking about China landing a rover on Mars, a nationwide beach clean and some big football finals. Plus, we’ll have a debate all about ancient monuments. Tell us what you think of the podcast, what your opinion on the Big Debate is, or what's happening in the world around you and we might use your messages in a future podcast episode: Website: https://theweekjunior.co.ukPopjam: @TheWeekJuniorEmail: [email protected] sure you ask an adult before contacting people online and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this. The Week Junior Show is the award-nominated news show for kids from the team behind The Week Junior magazine. There's a new episode every Friday where writers and editors discuss and digest bits from that week's issue. Use code PODCAST for a six week free trial of The Week Junior magazine at theweekjunior.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/21/202130 minutes, 45 seconds