The Ten News, News For Curious Kids
Interested in what's going on around you? π€ The Ten News podcast is a bite-sized podcast for kids and their adults that explains whatβs going on in the world. π Each episode explores topics kids care about most including events, sports, science, gaming, pop culture, entertainment, and more! ποΈ The Ten News also features some pretty awesome guests; LEGO Masters Judge Amy Corbett, Americaβs top doctor Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sarah Natochenny, the voice of Ash Ketchum for Pokemon fans, and many more. π€© Itβs a great way for you and your family to stay connected with whatβs going on in the world. π The Ten News is also a Common Sense Media Selection as a great podcast for kids!
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Happy Pride Month, Ten'ers! π³οΈβπ
Ten News Gets Extra: π³οΈβπ June is officially Pride Month so today, we are celebrating with LGBTQ+ people all over the world! Joining us in the studio is Queer writer, creator, and activist Lindz Amer to talk LGBTQ+ Pride with Ryan Willard. βοΈ Tessa Tidbit: did you know there are over 50 LGBTQ+ flags? π Let's find out what they represent. And, test your Pride parade knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
16 min
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It's Time for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee π
In today's episode: π Today is the official celebration of 70 years of Queen Elizabeth the 2ndβs rule of Great Britain. πΈ Find out the duties of the Queen and take a look into what other Queens deserve to be celebrated with Correspondent Max Wolfson. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: these animals were gifted to the Queen from other nations and now all live at the London Zoo. And, test your Queen Elizabeth knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten.β
13 min
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Summer Movie Watchlist π₯
In today's episode: π₯ Ten'ers grab your popcorn and take a seat because today Head Writer Ryan Willard is sitting down with βSonβ from the podcast Middle School Mind to talk all things movies. πΏ Does it matter if we see movies in the theater or streaming at home? π¬ Ten News Correspondent Sarah Namais is here to break down streaming versus theaters. And, test your Pixar sequel knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
12 min
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A Family Talk About Gun Violence
Special Report: β οΈ **Grab your grown-up for this episode as we talk about gun violence and gun safety.π Listen in as we breakdown the definitions that you might be hearing about gun laws. π Correspondent Pamela Kirkland sat down with Shannon Watts, Founder of Moms Demand Action and Mikayla Jordan, youth activist. βπ½ Hear what they are doing to engage volunteers and push for change. 𧑠Want to take action? 𧑠Join the Wear Orange weekend on June 3-5th and check out our resources for more ways to talk about gun safety with your families.
21 min
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Honoring Our Service Members ποΈ
In today's episode: ποΈ It's almost time to celebrate Memorial Day, a day when Americans come together to honor our fallen heroes; the veterans who sacrificed their lives serving in the United States armed forces. πͺ Correspondent Pamela Kirkland is back and here to tell us all about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. ποΈ Memorial Day is full of celebrations, including the Indy 500, so we have Kenny Curtis joining us from the track to tell us all about it! And, test your barbecuing knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
14 min
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Mental Health Matters π
In today's episode: π May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but what is mental health? π§ Show host Bethany Van Delft is here to break it down. πͺ Did you know that even some of our favorite professional athletes struggle with mental health? π§ Joining us in the studio is Noah Glenn, from the βLike You: Mindfulness for Kidsβ podcast to share techniques he uses to help keep your mental health in top shape. And, test your Pixar film knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
13 min
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Observing National Endangered Species Day π
In today's episode: π Did you know there are over 40,000 endangered species of plants and animals? πThat's a lot of plants and animals needing help, and with there being so many, sometimes it feels like we aren't making much progress. π But, don't worry because Correspondent Ryan Nerz is here today with a few success stories about species brought back from the brink of extinction. And, test your animal extinction knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
13 min
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Dinosaur Discoveries π¦
In today's episode: π¦ New species of dinosaur fossils are popping up all over the world so we're here today with 5 fascinating dinosaur discoveries of 2022. π£ Ten News correspondent Laine Farber, is here to tell us about a recent dino discovery between birds and dinosaurs that is pretty wild. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: this ginormous dino was the largest dinosaur to ever walk the earth stretching 85 feet long from head to tail. And, test your dinousaur knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
13 min
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Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month π
Ten News Gets Extra: π May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and we're here to break it down with Ten'er, Scarlett. π£ There are so many foods we consider βAsianβ dishes in America that aren't actually traditional Asian meals at all, but instead are something uniquely Asian American. π₯ Let's find out what some of them are! βοΈ Fun Fact Check: Do you know why AAPI Heritage month is in May? And, test your state knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
14 min
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Jokes and Crazy Theories π
In today's episode: π What do you say, it's National Limerick Day! π Correspondent Kenny Curtis is here to celebrate Limericks. π€ There have been some wild conspiracies over the past few years, but what makes people believe in conspiracies? Correspondent Ryan Nerz talks about the "Birds Aren't Real" movement. βοΈ Tessa's Tidbit: Some scientists believe this exists beneath Earth's surface. And, test your bird knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
13 min
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Heroes in Ukraine ππ
"In today's episode: π We've got updates on the amazing people and organizations bringing aid to Ukrainians in the ongoing war. π€ Many Ten'ers have written to us asking how they can help Ukraine and we are highlighting World Chef and their May 11th Chefs for Unity challenge! βοΈ Fun Fact Check: Before rubber erasers, children used this food to erase pencil marks. And, test your animal knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
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13 min
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Happy Mother's Day! π
Ten News Gets Extra: πWe're sending ALL of the love to our moms this Mother's Day with some positive Yo Mama jokes. π¦ Ten News Correspondent Laine Farber is here to tell us about some amazing moms of the ANIMAL KINGDOM. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: this mom recently made headlines for a special address to her daughters. And, test your mom spider knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
10 min
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Cinco de Mayo is Nacho Average Holiday πͺ
In today's episode: πͺ
It's time to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and break down the history of the holiday. π There are so many cool things about Mexico, from the people to the culture and we're here with five fascinating facts all about it. And, test your Mexico archeology on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
11 min
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May the Fourth Be With You π
In today's episode: π Ten'ers Judah and Oren are taking over for Star Wars Day and are here to tell us how May 4th became a holiday. π€© Star Wars fans take it to the next level, so weβve got 5 fans who took their love of Star Wars to hyperspace. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: which Star Wars villain was originally supposed to be human? And, test your Star Wars knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
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We β€οΈ Teachers!
In today's episode: π It's Teacher Appreciation Day so we're celebrating teachers and everything that they do for us! π§βπ« Correspondent Sarah Namias is on a field trip to talk to some students about what makes their teachers so great and why they appreciate them. β¨ Special Guest Alert: Tod Perry and Allison Rosen join us from Upworthy Weekly podcast. And, test your teacher knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
12 min
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Behind the Scenes at "Ada Twist, Scientist" wit...
Ten News Gets Extra: π§ͺ Today weβre going behind the scenes of the Netflix show, "Ada Twist, Scientist" with show runner Kerri Grant! βοΈ Fun Fact Check: What female show character is based on several real women scientists? And, test your female scientist knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
12 min
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What Generation Are You? π€
In today's episode: π€ Today weβre talking βGenerations,β and how do they affect every person on the planet?! ποΈ Correspondent Sarah Namias is here with the breakdown. π STEAM subjects are the future so we have Kerri Grant, the showrunner of Ada Twist, Scientist here with a sneak peek into Saturday's episode. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: Which generation is expected to be best-educated and wealthiest? And, test your generation knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
11 min
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Women In Baseball Making Big Moves βΎ
"In today's episode: βΎ We're celebrating women in baseball! π§’ Women are making big gains on the baseball field and behind the scenes so Correspondent and Sports Journalist Nathalie Alonso is here to share Baseballβs Women to watch! π We know all about stealing bases, but have you heard about stealing signs? π€£ Ten'er Tidbit: Ten News listener Nathaniel sent in some great jokes. And, test your baseball history knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
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Earth Week Part 3: Futuristic Farming π
Earth Week Wrap-up: π€― In the next ten years, the human population is going to grow by 1 billion, so how are we going to feed everyone? π± Find out how Aquaponics can help as Ten News head writer Ryan Willard sits down with aquaponics farmer Garrison Harward. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: How much water do you save with Aquaponic farms instead of traditional farming? And, test your insect knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
16 min
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Earth Week Part 2: Gas Guzzlers to Electric Mar...
Up next for Earth Week:β½Find out why your parents might be complaining about high gas prices and the reasoning behind this. π±Correspondent Max Wolfson joins us to talk about clean tech. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: What can switching to clean energy do for job opportunities? And, test your electric care knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten! β
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Happy Earth Week, Ten'ers! π
"In today's episode: π One day is not enough for our glorious blue-green globe, weβre celebrating Earth Week! π Friend of the Ten, Laine Farber is here to tell us about a new way of handling cowsβ, uh, bathroom businessβ¦ that could help slow down climate change. π Listen in as aquaponics farmer Garrison Harward shares 30-second of advice! βοΈ Fun Fact Check: How much milk does one cow produce in 1 day? And, test your farming knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten! β
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13 min
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Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month! π
Ten News Gets Extra: π It's time to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month! Host Bethany Van Delft is here to breakdown what Autism is and share 10 facts to know about it! π€ Ten News Head Writer sits down with Jonathan Cormur of the Dorktales Storytime.βοΈ Fun Fact Check: This famous entrepreneur is on the Autism Spectrum. And, test your presidential knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
βοΈ Sign up for the Ten News Newsletter!π§ Email us your curious facts, funny stories, and eye rolling jokes at: hello@thetennews.comπ Follow the show on Instagramπ Check out our website for sources and a transcript of today's episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Ten Hits 100 π―
"In this special episode:π£ We're celebrating our Webby Award Nomination AND our 100th episode! π§ Dr. Anthony Fauci joined The Ten News to answer kids' questions and that episode has been nominated for a Webby Award.π¨ββοΈ Listen in for a behind the scenes look at how we put that show together. 𧩠Ever wonder what it is like to be a sound editor on a podcast? Sound genius Pete Musto shares his favorite "ding." π Enjoy this BTS look and help us win the Webby by voting for The Ten News! β€οΈ"
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Ten News Explains: Bitcoin π€
"In today's episode: π€ The Ten News is mining for Bitcoin and Correspondent LizaBanks Campagna is here to break down the digital currency phenomenon of Cryptocurrency. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: How long have humans been using money? And, test your fake money knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
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12 min
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What Does the New Florida Law Mean? π€
In today's episode: ποΈ We're here with an update on the new law that was passed in Florida and to get you up to speed on how laws are made. π³οΈβπ Floridaβs governor signed the βDonβt Say Gayβ Bill into law, which is a very big deal for kids in Florida, and here to tell us more is Correspondent Nathalie Alonso. βοΈ Fun Fact Check: this Floridian animal uses tools to trick birds. And, test your US Government knowledge on today's Trivia on the Ten. β
11 min