Episode 19: “Winter Storm Update: Snow, Ice, and Power Outages Across the U.S.”

Release Date: Monday, January 26, 2026

In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan gives an important update on the massive winter storm affecting the central and eastern United States. The episode explains where the storm is now, how many people are impacted, and why snow, ice, and extreme cold can cause serious problems for families and communities.

The tone stays calm and reassuring, helping kids understand what’s happening without feeling overwhelmed and reminding them that adults, meteorologists, and emergency crews are working hard to keep everyone safe.

What Kids Will Learn

How winter storms can stretch across many states

Why ice causes power outages

How snow totals can vary from place to place

Why schools and universities sometimes close during storms

How cold temperatures can make conditions more dangerous

Why weather alerts help families stay safe

Episode Summary for Young Listeners

A huge winter storm is hitting the central and eastern U.S.

More than 185 million people are under winter alerts

Some areas may get up to 24 inches of snow

Nearly 1 million people have lost power

Schools and universities are closing

Travel is dangerous across many states

Very cold temperatures will continue

Kids can ask an adult or leave a comment if they want something explained

Episode 18: “TikTok’s Big Change — A New U.S. Company Is Official!”

Release Date: Friday, January 23, 2026

In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan explains the major change happening to TikTok in the United States. After years of debate about data safety and ownership, TikTok’s U.S. business has officially been spun off into a new, mostly American‑owned company. The episode breaks down what a “spinoff” means, why the U.S. government required it, and how the new ownership structure works — all in simple, kid‑friendly language.

Aidan reassures young listeners that the app isn’t going away; it’s just changing who’s in charge behind the scenes.

What Kids Will Learn

What a company “spinoff” is

Why the U.S. wanted TikTok to separate from its Chinese parent company

How ownership of the new TikTok U.S. company is divided

Why data safety is important

How business decisions can affect apps kids use every day

That TikTok will continue to operate in the U.S.

Episode Summary for Young Listeners

TikTok’s U.S. spinoff is now official

A mostly American group owns 80% of the new company

ByteDance keeps under 20%

Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX each own 15%

The deal prevents a U.S. ban

The goal is to protect user data

Kids can ask their parents or leave a comment if they want something explained

Episode 17: “A Major Winter Storm Is Heading for the Southern and Eastern U.S.”

Release Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026

In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan explains the large winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, sleet, freezing rain, and dangerous cold to a huge portion of the United States. The episode helps young listeners understand what a winter storm is, why this one is so widespread, and how families can stay safe when snow and ice arrive.

The tone stays calm and reassuring, giving kids the facts without causing fear — and reminding them that adults and weather experts are working hard to keep everyone safe.

What Kids Will Learn

What a winter storm is and how it forms

Why this storm will stretch from Texas to the Northeast

The difference between snow, sleet, and freezing rain

Why ice can cause power outages

How cold air after a storm can make conditions last longer

Why weather alerts help keep people safe

Episode Summary for Young Listeners

A major winter storm will hit the southern and eastern U.S. this weekend

More than 180 million people may be affected

Heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain are expected

Big cities from Dallas to Boston are in the storm’s path

Power outages and travel problems are possible

Very cold temperatures will follow the storm

Kids can ask their parents or leave a comment if they want something explained