Spotlight: Who Gets The Money In Sports? βΉοΈββοΈ
βΉοΈββοΈ We're bringing you an additional episode this week to highlight the recent discussion around inequality in men's and women's sports, after Oregon Ducks player Sedona Prince filmed a viral video in the Women's NCAA basketball workout room during March Madness. βΉοΈββοΈ Where else is there a difference? Listen to correspondent Kenny Curtis shine a spotlight on the gender pay gap in sports. π°
How To Be An Ally π
π Following the tragic events that took place in Atlanta last week that resulted in eight people losing their lives, six of whom were women of Asian descent, we take a look at the importance of allyship, and learn how everyone can be an ally to someone. π Then, we're joined by Jennifer Daniel, Chair of the Emoji Subcommittee for Unicode. We discuss the importance of inclusion in emojis, what emojis we can expect in the next release, and her thoughts on our use of emojis. π Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
Ten News EXTRA: Celebrating Womenβs History Month π©πΎβπ¨
π€£ It's Saturday, which means The Ten News is getting EXTRA! In this week's edition we celebrate Womenβs History Month! Let's kick things off with Five Fascinating Facts about Womenβs History Month! Then, the extended interview with the first ever βcrayon activistβ Bellen Woodard. Named one of Time Magazineβs Kid of the Year honorees, we learn how she's making change with her Bellenβs More Than a Peach project. Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
World Down Syndrome Day ππ
π½ What has the NASA Perseverance rover been up to since it landed on Mars? ππ Let's learn what you can do to celebrate and raise awareness on World Down Syndrome Day! π Then, college basketball fans get wild in March every year. What is March Madness all about? βΉοΈββοΈ Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
What Is Herd Immunity? π
β° Why has a movement against Daylight Saving developed in recent years? π We know getting the COVID vaccine helps build immunity to the virus, but how can herd immunity help prevent COVID infections? Jacob and Olivia from the Curious Kid Podcast explain COVID herd immunity. π In today's Creature Feature, we learn how naked mole rats talk to each other using a unique dialect. π Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
Ten News EXTRA: Coin Shortageπ°
π€£ It's Saturday, which means The Ten News is getting EXTRA! π° This week it's the coin shortage edition. π€ Let's check in on an unexpected side effect of the Covid 19 pandemic we previously covered - the national coin shortage. π Then, visit an aquarium in North Carolina where theyβve figured out how to put their coins to good use. πΊ Plus! What did two teenagers in Israel discover inside of an 1100 year old clay jar!?
Vaccine Angels & Women In Science! π
π How is President Biden doing on his promise to move fast on environmental protections? π 14-year-old Benjamin Kagan, founder of the Chicago Vaccine Angels, joins us to explain how he's helping make sure vaccines can get to the people who need them most. π©π½βπ¬ Our celebration of Women's History Month continues with our five favorite books about women in science! π» Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
Special Guest Claribel A. Ortega π»
πͺ What are internet cookies? And why won't Google allow cookies anymore? π» March is National Reading Month, and we have author Claribel A. Ortega on to talk about her hit book Ghost Squad, and how great readers can become great writers! π¦ΉββοΈ Learn how Marvel Comics is honoring super heroes, like She-Hulk, Spider-Woman, and Shuri for Women's History Month. π Plus, on today's fact attack, we learn the origin of Litte Free Library!
Ten News EXTRA: Creepy Crawlies π
π€£ It's Saturday, which means The Ten News is getting EXTRA! π Today we're learning all about bugs! π§ββοΈ We're joined by entomologist Dr. Jessica Ware to talk about working with bugs. π Then it's time for the creepy crawly Fact Attack! The ant edition. π¦ Plus! the buzzing Trivia Question of the Day!
Celebrating Women's History π©π½βπΌ
π³οΈβπ What is the Equality Act? What can the Equality Act do to expand the rights of the LGBTQ community? π We're joined by a professional manatee rescuer for a special That's a Job!? segment! π©π½βπΌ Let's celebrate Women's History Month with Five Fascinating Facts about how it all got started! π‘ Plus! Let's get moving with today's Trivia Question of the Day!
World Wildlife Day with Dr. Gabby Wild π©π»
π― March 3rd is World Wildlife Day! So what is World Wildlife Day? π©π» On today's Ask An Expert, we're joined by National Geographic Kids educator and wildlife veterinarian, Dr. Gabby Wild. π Dr. Gabby is answering questions about animals, being a wildlife veterinarian, her new book Wild Vet Adventures from Nat Geo Books, and some of the biggest, scariest animals she's ever treated! π¦ Future veterinarians and animal lovers alike, get ready for a wild ride!
Ten News EXTRA: Orange Snow & Winter Blues βοΈ
From now on every Saturday The Ten News is getting EXTRA! π€£ Here's this week's extra episode: π What is the Winter Solstice, and when is it? π§ What are the winter blues? Did you know the shorter days of winter can affect our mood and mental health? β· Plus! What strange occurence turned the snow orange at a ski resort in Switzerland?
Catch 'Em All: PokΓ©mon Day πΎ
π« What do the updated CDC guidelines say about schools reopening? Do teachers have to get the COVID vaccine? π¨ Why are freezing temperatures more dangerous in places like Texas than they are in other parts of the United States? Correspondents Jacob & Olivia Rozencwaig from the Curious Kid Podcast explain the massive power outages in Texas. πΎ Let's celebrate PokΓ©mon Day on PokΓ©mon's 25th anniversary with Five Fascinating Facts about the franchise. π Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
Ask an Expert: Dr. Jess Talks Mental Health & Wellness π©πΎββοΈ
π¨ How did a winter storm cause massive blackouts in Texas? Why did President Biden declare a state of emergency in Texas?π©πΎββοΈ Dr. Jessica Clemons, aka Dr. Jess, joins us for an Ask An Expert segment to discuss mental health and wellness during the COVID-19 pandemic. π¦ What did a baby T-Rex dinosaur look like? Let's find out on today's Creature Feature! π¦ Plus! How did a geriatric fruit bat named Statler become an internet sensation?
Lift Every Voice and Sing π€
π How did the Senate vote in former President Donald Trump's impeachment trial for his role in the January 6th Capitol Insurrection? π The first ever Time Magazine βKid of the Year,β and crayon activist, Bellen Woodard joins The Ten News to discuss her achievement. π€ Learn why Congressman Jim Clyburn introduced a bill to make βLift Every Voice and Singβ Americaβs National Hymn. ππ½ Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
Rover Landing: Exploring Mars πΈ
π« What is Random Acts of Kindness Day? And what are the positive effects of being kind to others? π We all know about coaches, trainers, and psychologists, but what are some of the weirdest jobs in sports? Why do we celebrate President's Day every year? And when is President's Day? πΈ What happens when the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover lands on Mars? Is there life on Mars? π¨πΎββοΈ Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
Lonely Brains Have Cravings Too π§
π©π½βπ« What will the new CDC guidelines say about reopening schools during COVID-19? π§ How did a team of scientists link the feeling of hunger to the feeling of loneliness? πͺ How many Girl Scout cookies do the troops sell each year? Learn what makes Girl Scout Troop 6000 unique and special! πΈ It's time for the Screen Report: The Muppet Show edition! Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day.
Celebrating Black History βπΎ
β²οΈ We answer a listener question: What is a filibuster? βπΎ Let's continue our celebration of Black History Month with Five Fascinating Facts about Black history! π° How does a satellite orbiting the Earth monitor climate change from outer space? π¦ Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!
How Georgia Flipped Blue π
βπΎ The Ten News goes deep into the Georgia Senate runoffs to kickoff our celebration of Black History Month. π³ Why was this runoff election such a huge deal? What was it like to be in Georgia while the Senate runoff elections were happening? Podcast producer and Atlanta resident Jaime Albright joins us to help really get a sense of the history made in Georgia. π When did the peach become the official state fruit of Georgia? π₯§ Plus! what happens at the Georgia Peach Festival every year?
Super Bowl Sundae π
π Why was opening day of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios in Japan recently delayed? π Letβs warm up for Super Bowl 55 between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs with 5 Fascinating Facts about the big game! Why did Ben & Jerryβs create a new ice cream flavor in honor of former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick?. πββοΈ Learn how physical activity can improve your overall mood. π¬ Plus! The Trivia Question of the Day!