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A humorous, informative, and slightly irreverent podcast for child care providers and other early learning professionals hosted by authors, speakers, and play advocates, Lisa Murphy and Jeff A Johnson.

Explorations Early Learning

United States


    • Jan 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 1,339 EPISODES

    4.9 from 89 ratings Listeners of Child Care Bar And Grill that love the show mention: child care, early childhood, provider, lisa, conference, stress, staff, jeff, children, program, play, group, laugh, etc, ideas, can't wait, wonderful, quality, learning, inspiring.


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    The Child Care Bar And Grill podcast is an incredibly informative and entertaining show that provides valuable insights and reflections on the field of early childhood education. Each episode offers a unique perspective on various topics related to play-based learning, parenting, and childcare. The hosts, Lisa, Jeff, Denita, and Tasha, provide a fresh and engaging approach to discussing these subjects, making it both enjoyable and educational for listeners.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is how much you can learn from each episode. The hosts share their experiences and expertise in a way that is relatable and easy to understand. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out in the field, there is always something new to learn or reflect on in each episode. The discussions are thought-provoking and often challenge common assumptions or practices in early childhood education.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the humor and entertainment value it brings. The hosts have excellent chemistry together, often joking and laughing throughout the episodes. This not only makes the show more enjoyable to listen to but also helps create an atmosphere of camaraderie with listeners. It feels like sitting down with a group of friends discussing important topics while having a good laugh.

    While this podcast has many positive aspects, one potential downside is the issue with audio volume for some of the speakers. A few reviewers mentioned that they had difficulty hearing certain hosts due to their low volume levels compared to others. This can be frustrating as it detracts from the overall listening experience. However, this seems to be a minor issue that could easily be fixed by adjusting audio levels during production.

    In conclusion, The Child Care Bar And Grill podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone involved in early childhood education or parenting. It combines education, entertainment, and humor into an enjoyable listening experience that leaves you wanting more after each episode. Despite some minor issues with audio volume mentioned by reviewers, this podcast offers valuable insights, reflections, and practical advice that can help improve interactions with children and enhance the overall quality of childcare.



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    PHQP_0001 The Benefits of Playful Aggression

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 17:54


    Why do kids love playful aggression like roughhousing, pretending to be superheroes, or playing with toy weapons? In The Playvolution HQ Podcast episode, Jeff Johnson dives into playful aggression, explaining why it's natural, beneficial, and essential for children's development. Learn how rough-and-tumble play fosters growth across physical, social-emotional, cognitive, adaptive, and communicative domains, and discover practical tips for creating environments that support this type of play. Jeff also introduces a fun DIY project—the “Amazing Rough-and-Tumble Sidekick”—perfect for supporting active, self-directed play at home or in early learning programs. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0001 The Benefits of Playful Aggression Episode Notes Large Blocks Of Uninterrupted Time | Core Value 1 The Benefits Of Playful Aggression The Amazing Rough And Tumble Sidekick 5 Key Developmental Domains Understanding Danger, Hazard, And Risk Top 10 Books For Understanding The Value Of Child-Led Play And Exploration Reading List 6 Critical Reasons Adults Interrupt Children's Play 4 Simple Tips For Creating Environments That Minimize Play Interruptions Free Forms | Interruption Observation From 6 Harmful Effects Of Play Interruption The Benefits of Playful Aggression Transcript Hey, welcome to the Playvolution HQ podcast. I'm Jeff Johnson. Thanks for pushing play on with the show. Topic one for this episode: who is this show for? Well, I thought this would be a good thing to clarify here at the beginning of the show, so nobody listens if it might not be for them. I think the show is first for professional caregivers, people who work on a daily basis with young children. Next up, parents who are interested in play and playful learning and knowing more about those things so that they can understand the play that's going on at home and be more thoughtful about selecting early learning programs for their children to make sure their kids are getting what they need. And I think also maybe a subset of parents who are homeschooling young children, either preschool or early elementary kids, may also find value in the show. And then beyond that, anyone interested in how children learn through play, because that's gonna be one of the big themes here of the show. Moving on, topic two: core values. I was trying to put together some core values for the show, and the list kept getting longer and longer, so I thought I would spend the first dozen or so episodes introducing those. So this is part one of what I think the core of this show is, and basically, the core of early learning. Later on, I'll share some links to a reading list I put together of top 10 books that really get into the research and information behind these core values if you wanna check those out. So first one is young children need large blocks of uninterrupted time for self-directed play and exploration. I wanted to break that down. So young children. Here at Playvolution HQ, I think young children covers everybody from birth to age 10. I know some organizations cut it off around age eight. I think that's a little bit too early. I think that's kind of leading to some of the age compression that's going on. So young children, kids under the age of 10. Large blocks. What are we talking about with large blocks of time? I'm talking hour-plus blocks of time where kids get to be the choosers. This is a problem in a lot of early learning settings because the day is broke down into little 30 minutes, maybe 25 or 15-minute blocks of time. And so not only don't kids have an opportunity to go deep into their play, they're always going through a transition time. So one of the things we're gonna advocate on this show is big blocks of time and fewer transitions during the day. Uninterrupted. So what's that all about? That's about us adults getting up in their business when they're playing.

    CCBAG_1200 Last Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 40:23


    As Jeff yells Last Call at the Child Care Bar And Grill, Lisa orders another drink. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1199 Loose Parts Can Be Stationary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 33:32


    Nicole and Jeff clarify that loose parts don't have to be mobile. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1123 The Antepenultimate Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 40:08


    Sally and Jeff chat about dealing with your stuff. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1198 Chatter And Conversation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 38:48


    Brett and Jeff start chatting about a broken relationship...the conversation spirals from there. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1056 Generation Alpha Slang

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 35:30


    Brett and quizzes Jeff on Gen Alpha slang. This episode is so sigma. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1197 Risk Taking

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 41:36


    Lisa and Jeff discuss a big theme of the show's run--taking risks and doing the scary thing. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1196 Parents, Homeschooling, And Play

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 32:06


    Carol and Jeff discuss play resources for parents and homeschoolers. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1040 Education For Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 45:21


    Carol and Jeff discuss focusing on educating kids for life, not just careers. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1195 Aggression Is Not Violence

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 47:44


    Stephanie and Jeff discuss the difference between violence and aggression. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1194 Be Intentional

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 30:24


    Lisa and Jeff wonder what you're doing, why you're doing it, and who you're doing it for. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1193 Jobs, School, And More

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 40:31


    SAm and Jeff Discuss jobs, school, staff, maturation, and more. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1192 Challenging Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 29:18


    Rebecca and Jeff discuss building relationships with parents you don't click with. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1036 A Wandering Conversation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 32:02


    Rebecca and Jeff have a wandering conversation covering pets, tarantula cemeteries, death, STEM, and more. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1191 Be A Mentor Like Dan Hodgins

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 36:12


    Lisa and Jeff remember mentor and friend Dan Hodgins. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

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    CCBAG_1190 Playvolution HQ Podcast Tease

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 1:31


    Here's a tease for the new Playvolution HQ podcast I'm launching in January 2025. It'll be released in both audio and video formats. Unlike the Child Care Bar And Grill podcast, the weekly episodes will never last more than 20 minutes and there will be no swearing. The topic will be play--defining it, supporting it, promoting it, and enjoying it. You can check out the video version of the tease here: PHQP_0000 The Tease Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1189 Big Feeling Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 41:31


    Jeff revisits the topic of Big Feelings with Tamar. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1011 Ivy Gets Sorted And Brett Gets A Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 38:52


    Brett tells Jeff about her new job and which Hogwarts House baby Ivy sorted herself into. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1188 Stuff From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 24:55


    Nicole and Jeff discuss kids bringing stuff from home to their early learning setting. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1187 Quiet Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 21:55


    Nicole and Jeff talk about quiet kids. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1186 Daily Schedules

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 26:34


    Nicole and Jeff talk about daily schedules. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1185 Girl’s Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 27:02


    Jeff asks Carol about girl's sports. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1184 Being A Content Toddler

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 24:26


    Jeff explains to Carol why he's trying to be a content toddler. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1183 Jeff Spills His Guts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 34:55


    Jeff tells Carol about his emergency abdominal surgery. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1182 Rules

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 39:07


    Sam and Jeff talk mostly about rules. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1181 Fear Responses

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 51:51


    Since it's Spooky Season, Stephanie joins Jeff to talk about fear and fear responses. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1180 Hearing Vs Listening

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 30:14


    Rachel, Rebecca, and Jeff start talking about transitional kindergarten and veer off into additional problems with the educational system. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1179 Mixed-Age Groups, ZPD, And MKO

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 33:06


    Rebecca and Jeff cover a lot of ground but mostly talk about mixed-age groupings and why they're awesomesauce. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1178 Halloween Quizzes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 57:04


    Brett is back to administer some Halloween quizzes. Why? Well, it's fun, and past quiz episodes have been highly downloaded, so someone likes them. Thanks for listening! Links Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1177 Kayak, Eggs, And Reading

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 33:58


    Sally and Jeff chat about odds and ends before getting to a discussion on reading. Links Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1176 Death Doula

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 44:38


    Tamar Jacobson joins Jeff to talk about her career change. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1175 Trusting The Process Of Play

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 32:58


    Lisa and Jeff talk about trusting the process of play, one of the show's major themes over its 12-year run. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1174 Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 38:10


    Lisa and Jeff revisit relationships, one of the podcast's major themes over the years. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1173 Happily Passive-Aggressively Unpublished

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 25:37


    Carol listens to Jeff talk about something he's happy he did, which took 8 years and probably did him more harm than good. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1172 Lisa Sorts Her Picture Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 27:18


    Lisa and Jeff talk about picture books and other stuff. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1171 Still Fighting For Play After 100 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 35:49


    Jeff and Lisa look at an article about reading and play from 1927. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1170 Aphantasia And Toys From 1946

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 40:05


    Stephanie joins Jeff to discuss his self-diagnosed brain thing and old-time toys. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1169 Autonomy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 38:16


    Sam and Jeff discuss Autonomy. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1168 Job Interview And Back To School Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 47:16


    Sally and Cleavette join Jeff to chat about job interviews, back to school, and goodness. Thanks for listening! Links Share text and audio comments or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1167 Transitional Kindergarten

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 36:40


    Rachel, Rebecca, and Jeff start talking about transitional kindergarten and veer off into additional problems with the educational system. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Join Jeff for a CCBAG Happy Hour Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1166 What If?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 28:08


    Nicole and Jeff start off with an uncertain destination and end up asking What If? Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1165 Choices

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 29:59


    Nicole and Jeff chat about choices, and Jeff ends the show with a special announcement. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1164 Romantasy Fiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 41:52


    Brett and Carol try to explain romantasy fiction to Jeff. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

    CCBAG_1163 Messing Up And Living Through It

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 31:57


    Brett and Carol join Jeff to discuss those times you mess up, live through it, and hopefully learn something. Thanks for listening! Links Visit Playvolution HQ Check out Play Haven Share text and audio comments, or just come hang out at Play Haven Visit playvolutionhq.com/ccbag for cohost links, show archives, and more

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