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Takaro Kids
A weekly podcast designed for children of all ages, breaking down global events into engaging stories and thoughtful explorations that help young listeners understand the world around them.
Episodes
84 episodes
Explaining Delimitation and the Women's Bill
Delimitation & the Women’s Reservation Bill Explained | Takaro KidsTakaro Kids explains two complicated issues discussed in India’s Parliament: delimitation and the Women’s Reservation Bill. The hosts describe how Lok Sabha seats an...
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Artemis II Returns Home and an Update on the Iran Conflict
Artemis II Mission Recap + Iran–US Conflict Update (Strait of Hormuz Explained) | Takaro KidsTakaro Kids returns after a missed week to cover two big stories: NASA’s Artemis II mission and an update on the ongoing Iran–US conflict. The ...
Meta & YouTube in trouble, Nepal's rapper PM and Man's 'Old' Best Friend
Social Media Addiction Lawsuit, Nepal’s Rapper PM, and Amazing Animal Stories | Takaro KidsIn this episode of Takaro Kids, the hosts cover several stories from around the world, starting with a landmark U.S. lawsuit in which a 20-year-o...
Space, Exoplanets, and Green Energy
Space, Smelly Exoplanets & Cleaner Energy: Artemis 2, James Webb, Sodium Batteries + Water-in-DieselIn this Takaro Kids episode, the hosts share science and tech stories, starting with an update on NASA’s Artemis 2 mission, now expe...
What is LPG and why is there a shortage?
India’s LPG Crisis Explained: Strait of Hormuz, Iran Conflict, and Why Restaurants Are AffectedThe episode explains how the Iran-related conflict around the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting shipments of oil and LPG that India relies on fo...
Iran–US–Israel Conflict Explained: Why It’s Escalating and How It Impacts Dubai, Oil, and the Strait of Hormuz
Iran–US–Israel Conflict Explained: Why It’s Escalating and How It Impacts Dubai, Oil, and the Strait of HormuzThis Takaro podcast episode explains the escalating Iran–US–Israel conflict and why it feels closer to home as attacks near tr...
Anthropic and AI Evolution
AI Everywhere: How Claude, ChatGPT & Vibe Coding Could Change Jobs, School, and SafetyThe episode discusses why AI has surged in attention recently, from early examples like Siri, Alexa, and airplane autopilot to the rise of Generat...
Takaro Episode 77 - India AI Summit and MCW
India’s AI Impact Summit & Mumbai Climate WeekIn this Takaro Kids episode, the hosts recap major recent events, noting the Winter Olympics in Italy ending on 22 February and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup running until March. They then...
Two World Sporting Events
Winter Olympics 2026 Highlights & T20 World Cup UpsetsIn this episode of Takaro Kids, Kiran and Debbie cover two major sporting events: the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo and the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri L...
Artemis 2 update, Winter Olympics, AI and Trade
Episode 75: Artemis II Delay, Winter Olympics, AI in Stock Market & US-India Trade RelationsWelcome to episode 75 of Takaro! Join us as we discuss the latest headlines from around the world, including the delay of the Artemis II moo...
The Year of the Octopus & Humans Heading to the Moon
The Year of the Octopus and Exciting Space Missions!Welcome to another fun episode of Takaro Kids! This time, we're diving into the fascinating world of marine biology and space exploration. We're discussing why 2025 is called the Year ...
What's happening in Davos?
Kiran and Debbie dive into the pivotal discussions at the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland! This episode covers the impactful meetings and speeches, including those by leaders like US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Min...
Unrest in Iran
Understanding Iran's Crisis: History, Protests, and Global Implications | Takaro KidsWelcome to Takaro Kids, a weekly podcast that helps young listeners understand important global events. In this episode, hosts Kiran and Debbie discuss...
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What's happening with the US and Venezuela
In episode 71 of Takaro Kids, we kick off 2026 discussing a major global event: President Trump's military strike in Venezuela on January 3rd. Hosts Debbie and Kiran explore the historical context of Venezuela's political instability, including...
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India & Russia - Putin's visit to India
Understanding the India-Russia Alliance & Putin's Historic Visit | Takaro KidsIn this week's episode of Takaro Kids, we delve into the historic visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India, highlighting the long-standing allia...
All about Australia's Social Media Ban for Children
In this episode of Takaro Kids, Kiran and Debkanya dive into Australia's new ban on social media for children under 16! We talk about why the government made this rule and how it affects popular apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. You'll...
The surprising eruption of Ethiopia’s long-dormant volcano
This week on Takaro Kids, Kiran and Debbie discuss the unexpected eruption of the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia, which had been dormant for 12,000 years. The eruption created a massive ash plume that reached up to 45,000 feet and has affected...
Kids on Climate: Inspiring Stories and Actions
Kids at the Forefront of Climate Action: Insights from COP30 and MoreWelcome to another episode of Takaro Kids, your go-to podcast for the latest news and insights on global events. This week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive c...
COP30 & What You Can Do To Be More Environmentally Conscious
Understanding COP 30 and Climate Action – Special Children's Day EpisodeIn this special Children's Day episode of Takaro Kids, we discuss the significance of COP 30, a critical meeting on climate change hosted in the Amazon rainforest, ...
All about the Indian Women's World Cup Victory
In this episode of Takaro Kids, Debkanya covers the historic win by the Indian Women's Cricket team in the ICC World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs to win their first-ever World Cup. Special guest Suprita Das, a sports journalist and au...
Hurricane Melissa, Climate Change and Cricketing History
Welcome to Takaro Kids! In this episode, we celebrate the historic victory of the Indian Women's Cricket team as they advance to the ICC Women's World Cup finals. Then, we dive into the formation and impact of Hurricane Melissa, one of the most...
The Louvre Heist
The Audacious Louvre Heist: A Tale of Modern-Day RobberyWelcome to Takaro Kids! In this exciting episode, we dive into the daring Louvre Heist that captured the world's imagination. Listen in as we discuss the details of the heist, the ...
Who are the Nobel Prize winners of 2025
Takaro Kids Podcast: 2025 Nobel Prize Winners & ControversiesWelcome to this week's episode of Takaro Kids, where we dive into the 2025 Nobel Prize winners. We start off by discussing the answer to last week's quiz question about th...