The Week Junior Show

The Week Junior Show

By Fun Kids

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.

Episodes

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.
22/03/2422m 53s

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.
15/03/2424m 16s

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.
08/03/2422m 12s

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.
01/03/2421m 15s

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.
23/02/2420m 28s

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.
16/02/2422m 58s

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.
09/02/2429m 40s

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.
02/02/2421m 53s

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.
26/01/2417m 54s

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.
19/01/2424m 34s

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.
12/01/2423m 30s

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.
05/01/2423m 2s

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.
22/12/2320m 48s

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.
15/12/2320m 29s

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.
08/12/2321m 46s

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.
01/12/2322m 7s

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.
24/11/2323m 15s

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.
17/11/2325m 30s

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.
10/11/2320m 53s

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.
03/11/2318m 59s

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.
27/10/2321m 48s

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.
20/10/2326m 15s

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.
16/10/2322m 3s

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.
06/10/2325m 57s

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.
28/09/2322m 53s

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.
22/09/2319m 55s

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.
14/09/2322m 4s

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.
08/09/2321m 20s

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.
31/08/2321m 39s

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.
25/08/2317m 47s

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.
18/08/2320m 5s

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.
11/08/2323m 41s

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.
06/08/238m 47s

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.
04/08/2321m 18s

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.
28/07/2318m 50s

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.
21/07/2326m 37s

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.
14/07/2322m 48s

Ancient Pizza and No phone Saturdays!

This week on The Week Junior show,we're finding out how the government are helping wildlife in England, discovering some strict phone laws and hearing about ancient pizza! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/07/2322m 29s

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.
30/06/2321m 14s

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.
23/06/2320m 43s

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.
16/06/2327m 11s

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.
09/06/2324m 44s

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.
02/06/2322m 24s

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.
26/05/2325m 51s

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.
19/05/2321m 2s

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.
12/05/2320m 47s

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.
05/05/2322m 55s

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.
28/04/2320m 38s

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.
21/04/2320m 6s

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.
14/04/2324m 11s

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.
07/04/2319m 53s

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.
31/03/2318m 38s

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.
24/03/2316m 58s

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.
17/03/2319m 4s

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.
10/03/2321m 54s

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.
03/03/2322m 46s

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.
24/02/2322m 42s

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.
17/02/2322m 21s

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.
10/02/2322m 2s

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.
03/02/2320m 9s

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.
27/01/2321m 28s

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.
20/01/2323m 38s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
13/01/2324m 36s

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.
06/01/2319m 54s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
23/12/2222m 39s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
16/12/2221m 23s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
09/12/2224m 55s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
02/12/2223m 30s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
24/11/2220m 34s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
18/11/2225m 42s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
11/11/2222m 56s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
08/11/2212m 31s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
03/11/2218m 42s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
28/10/2224m 44s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
21/10/2217m 35s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
14/10/2218m 28s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
07/10/2223m 43s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
30/09/2219m 51s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
23/09/2219m 40s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
16/09/2225m 19s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
09/09/2223m 51s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
02/09/2220m 34s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
26/08/2220m 1s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
19/08/2222m 31s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
12/08/2222m 50s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
05/08/2224m 33s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
29/07/2216m 50s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
22/07/2219m 28s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
15/07/2223m 26s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
08/07/2221m 45s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
01/07/2220m 46s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
24/06/2225m 20s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
17/06/2226m 15s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
10/06/2221m 9s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
03/06/2217m 56s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
27/05/2223m 33s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
20/05/2220m 19s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
13/05/2229m 10s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
06/05/2223m 10s

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: hello@theweekjunior.co.ukMake 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.
29/04/2218m 37s
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