Kushal Agarwal and Emerson Au

The Snap Pod

Kids EN ↓ 4 episodes

The Snap Pod is a weekly world news podcast for curious kids ages 11–13. Two hosts break down what's actually happening — from real global events to science, space, and random stuff you care about — without talking down to you. Smart, casual, and worth your time.

Author

Kushal Agarwal and Emerson Au

Episodes

The Country That Wants to Log Kids Off 17.06.2026 4:40

The UK just announced a plan to ban everyone 16 and under from apps like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. We break down what the rule actually says, why the government wants it, and the real arguments on both sides — then hand the question to you.

The Most Important Doorway in the World 16.06.2026 4:11

There's a skinny strip of ocean you've probably never heard of — and it might be the most important hallway on the planet. We explain what the Strait of Hormuz is, why it closed, and the good news about it reopening.

The World Cup So Far: The Giants Are Sweating 16.06.2026 4:44

The biggest World Cup ever just kicked off and it's already chaos. We break down how the new 48-team format works, the upsets nobody saw coming, how the host countries are doing, and why this one's a bigger deal than usual.

Gotta Cover It All: Your Pokémon News Drop 15.06.2026 3:05

Pokémon just turned 30 — and there's more happening than ever. We break down the new games, Pokémon Champions hitting mobile, June's stacked card-game releases, and what's going on in Pokémon GO this month.