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The Week Junior Show

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Children's Mental Health Week
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The Week Junior Magazine
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National Tree Week
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Fun Kids Radio
Christmas Presents
Squirrels

The Week Junior Show takes you behind the scenes of the award-winning magazine for 8 to 14-year-olds. Each week, Bex from Fun Kids is joined by members of The Week Junior team to discuss their favourite stories, debate the week’s hot topic and discover whether the ‘Real or Rubbish?’ report is fake news or the real deal.

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In a week where the host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games was announced and the Winter Olympics flame was lit in Greece, we're going to be hearing what other stories entertained Eve, Joe and the rest of the Week Junior team!

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In a week where chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed the autumn budget and COP30 talks came to an end, we're going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.

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In a week where the Deaflympics began and World Children’s Day was observed, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.

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In a week where people marked Remembrance Day and Wales welcomed a new Archbishop, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.

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Recent Guests

Carlos Sanchez
Author of Rune, The Tale of the Obsidian Maze
Episode: The Week Junior turns 10
Bobby Segal
Mathematics Teacher and Education Advocate
Episode: The Week Junior turns 10
AM Dasu
Author of 'Wild Journey'
Self-published
Episode: Red Kite resurgence and Americanisms
Christopher Edge
Author of Fear Files, Hide and Seek
Episode: Are AI actors a good idea?
Nat Harrison
Author of 'The Girl Who Raced the World'
Episode: The Amazing Works of Jane Goodall
Jimmy Wales
Founder of Wikipedia
Episode: Jimmy Wales and making space for hope
Stevie Derrick
Deputy Editor at The Week Junior Science and Nature Magazine
The Week Junior
Episode: Jimmy Wales and making space for hope
Patterson Joseph
Author
Episode: Slime balls and feeding people
Swapna Haddo
Children's author of 'How to Save Your Granny from a Runaway Train'
Episode: Chaos Theory and a Scarecrow Festival

Hosts

Bex
Host of the show and known for engaging with younger audiences through fun and educational discussions.
Eve
Writer and contributor, exploring various topics and engaging in discussions with listeners.
Joe
Writer contributing to educational content and discussions, offering insights relevant to young audiences.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • I love the week junior

    Thanks for all of the cool facts.i listen to the week when I’m folding my laundry.this podcast is the best and is even funny.

    PS

    I love real or rubbish!!!!!!!!!!! I also read the magazine!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    artchoke
    United States18 days ago
  • Great pod

    I love this podcast! I got into it a couple years ago when i was bored and looking for something to do and now i listen to it every night. This podcast is amazing there is everything from chicken nuggets to walking toilets! I LOVE IT!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Izzy likes chicken nuggets
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • THE WEEK JUNIOR

    I LOVE THE QUESTION OF THE WEEK REAL OR RUBBISH AND THE BIG DEBATE I ALWAYS ANSWER THE QUESTIONS AND DO THE BIG DEBATE THIS HAS TAUGHT ME SO MUCH

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harry_bike_racing
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Love the pod

    Hi guys just a quick note I think you’re podcast is great and I personally think u should try and make a episode about capybaras but is that just me that wants that probably but love the pod and just know I love you’re podcast and all the people that help you bex with the pod and I hope that y’all enjoy doing this and just know we all probably enjoy as well and those comments that u see that are bad just know that there’s more positive things and that positive can always beat bad so love y’all f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Capybara 😁
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • A. M. A. Z. I. N. G.

    This is amazing

    I love listening to the week junior so much information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #theweekjuniorlover
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and educational content that encourages curiosity in children.
Feedback highlights the positive impact on children's understanding of the world and their ability to think critically about current events.
The show features interactive segments that keep children entertained while they learn.

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Red Kite resurgence and Americanisms
Q: What did you think about the debate on Americanisms?
Eve argued for preserving British words, while Joe argued for the evolution of language.
Red Kite resurgence and Americanisms
Q: What story do you have for me concerning environmental issues?
Joe talks about the Earth Shop Prize winners and their projects in Brazil that focus on environmental challenges.
Halloween costumes and dinosaur discoveries
Q: In what famous chapel did the Pope and King Charles pray together?
In the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, Rome during the first public worship together.
The French Museum Robbery
Q: What are we talking about today?
Vanessa discusses The Week Junior's upcoming Christmas cover competition and its theme, 'Peace on Earth'.
The French Museum Robbery
Q: What story do you have for me?
Eve discusses the recent theft at the Louvre, detailing how thieves stole jewelry from two display cases and made a quick escape.

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What is The Week Junior Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging with younger audiences, this show focuses on educational and entertaining discussions tailored for children aged 8 to 14. Each episode features lively debates on current events, interactive segments such as 'Real or Rubbish?' to distinguish fact from fiction, and explorations of literature and environmental topics. Unique in its approach, it incorporates listener participation and storytelling that fosters creativity and critical thinking among young listeners, showcasing themes of kindness, environmental awareness, and cultural relevance through diverse stories.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with The Week Junior Show:

1. Mysteries of Science
2. Fun Kids Science Weekly
3. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
4. KidNuz: News for Kids
5. The Big Fib

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The Week Junior Show launched 6 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Week Junior Show include:

1. Carlos Sanchez
2. Bobby Segal
3. AM Dasu
4. Christopher Edge
5. Nat Harrison
6. Jimmy Wales
7. Stevie Derrick
8. Patterson Joseph

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