The Week Junior Show

In a week where protests against tourism took place in Europe, and a collection of gold coins in France sold for a fortune, find out the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a week where the UK government announced that 500,000 extra pupils in England would get free school meals and the World Crazy Golf Championships took place, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a week where Poland elected a new president and Ncuti Gatwa said farewell to Doctor Who, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Supreme Court ruling means wild camping is once again allowed on Dartmoor and Kaye shares a heartwarming story from a donkey sanctuary in Ethiopia providing free treatment to hard-working animals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a week where Romania chose a new president and the new Lilo & Stitch film landed in cinemas, the team behind The Week Junior discuss some of the other stories, events and people that inspired them this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a week where the US and the UK agreed a new trade deal and authors and illustrators were celebrated at the British Book Awards. Plus, we're going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired the Week Junior team this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Bex is joined by Joe and Eve from The Week Junior to unpack the biggest, silliest, and most heartwarming stories making headlines.  Get involved: 🎙️ Voice note: funkidslive.com/theweekjunior📧 Email: hello@theweekjunior.co.uk📊 Vote: theweekjunior.co.uk/pollsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Bex, Joe, and Eve for a brand new The Week Junior Show In this episode: Massive power cuts in Spain and Portugal – what caused them, and how did people cope? Valerie the dachshund is found after 529 days in the wild Snail and garlic ice cream – real or rubbish? Should schools remove mirrors from bathrooms? Plus celebrate TWJ's 10th birthday with editor Vanessa and we hear your opinions on last week's superhero debate. Get involved: 🎙️ Voice note: funkidslive.com/theweekjunior📧 Email: hello@theweekjunior.co.uk📊 Vote: theweekjunior.co.uk/pollsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got writers Eve and Kaye talking about people around the world paying their respects to the Pope, the secret to a perfect bowling score, and some girls fighting for a change to their school uniform. There's also going to be a big debate about whether Superman is the best superhero, and we'll be hearing from a winner of this year's series of Gladiators!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're talking all about AstroBot's big victory at the video game BAFTAS, a bronze age face and a giant easter egg! All this and many more Easter treats in this week's episode of The Week Junior Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about Trump's tariffs, Saturn's moons and the 2035 Women's World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about how the world has come together to help people in Myanmar after an earthquake, a solar eclipse that could be seen across the UK, and a very special cat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the brand new TV show, a sea survey that's revealed some new creatures and some brilliant victories at the World Athletics Indoor Championships. We'll also be having a big debate about eating lab-grown meat. Now, there's a story in the magazine this week about a new GCSE in natural history that's going to be launched.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the Special Olympics World Winter Games, two astronauts who are back home after nine months in space, and an amazing victory for Newcastle United. We'll also be having a big debate about whether peaceful protesters should go to jail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the world's biggest iceberg, finding out how a man's blood saved millions of lives, and having a big debate on whether poems are better than stories. We'll also be hearing an interview with 12-year-old Week Junior reader Lyra, who recently raised more than £1,700 for cat's protection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, we're going to be talking about the European leaders promising support to Ukraine, sharing some tips to help nesting birds, and having a big debate on whether councils should collect bins less often.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the discovery of an ancient pharaoh's tomb, how hens have been helping boost olive farms in Cyprus, and a forest that's been planted to remember Benjamin Zephaniah. We'll also be having a big debate about whether books should have happy endings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about London's new super sewer, the secrets of polar bear grease, and a disabled astronaut making history. We'll also be having a big debate about whether Heathrow Airport should be expanded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about India's tiger population, a rebuilding project in Iraq and why poo is taking centre stage at the Jorvik Viking Festival next week. We'll also be having a big debate about whether it's time to ditch Valentine's Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the musicians who won awards at the Grammys, a hidden Van Gogh painting and disco scallops. We'll also be having a big debate about where the children should be allowed to use AI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about Holocaust Memorial Day, chimps who like weeing together, and author GM Linton's tips for capturing special memories. We'll also be having a big debate about whether rugby is better than football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about kindness, which is the Oxford Children's Word of the Year for 2024. We'll also be finding out about the 2025 City of Culture and a woman who made a big donation to charity, plus we'll be having a big debate about mega political donations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we learn all about the firefighters tackling wildfires in the USA, how technology is helping Emperor Penguins and a brand new theatre company in Wales!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about the snowy weather across the UK a perfectly round chicken egg and a star's hiccoughs! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the final podcast of the year and we're going to be doing a roundup of our favourite stories from 2024. We've also got a few messages from readers as you share your favourite stories from the year as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the winner of the Week Junior's Christmas cover competition, the Strictly Come Dancing final, and we're going over the upcoming Wallace and Gromit film as well. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to sing at the cinema.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rahul, Joe, and Bex digest the latest news. We talk about the winner of the International Children's Peace Prize, some award-winning artwork and dogs using their noses to help trees. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to give people pre-loved presents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, we're going to be talking about a project to save red squirrels and a city made from gingerbread. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether school dinners should ditch desserts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're talking about a big birthday for Angry Birds, a charity that aims to get kids moving and an unusual banana artwork. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether British Sign Language should be taught in all schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about robots piece of art, this year's fundraising for Children in Need and National Tree Week. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether prisons should be nicer places.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about the winners of a very important environmental award, a quest for dumplings in China and a wooden satellite sent to space. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to have a messy bedroom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about World Kindness Day, the US election, and snow on top of Mount Fuji. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether school uniforms should be more relaxed and checking out a story in the magazine this week about a crew of Chinese astronauts who've just flown into space for a six month mission!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about children's rights, an inspiring young football player, and a gamer who is helping out hospital patients. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether timed tests are fair on students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going to be talking about Halloween, how ants became farmers, and the government's plan to help improve the NHS. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether robot waiters are a good idea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

We're chatting Paralympics, Air Ambulance Week, and La Tomatina Festival in this week's episodeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bex is at the Week Junior's Christmas Party discussing their favourite stories of the year! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.