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NY Times Bestselling Author , Tamron Hall, Nick Cannon Oprah, Today Show, ExtraLisa is "The "Breakthrough Specialist"She is the founder of Motivating the Masses and CEO of Motivating the Teen Spirit, LLC. Recently seen on Tamron's Show & Jennifer Hudson Show.LISA NICHOLS is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa's courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide and helped countless audiences breakthrough, to discover their own untapped talents and infinite potential.As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of countless men and women, and altered the trajectory of businesses throughout the country and across the world.Lisa is also a best-selling author of six books, and her 7th book ABUNDANCE NOW, was published in 2016 by HarperCollins. In ABUNDANCE NOW, Lisa continues her journey with her fans, providing a clear and practical blueprint for personal success, drawn directly from the life experiences of its beloved author. ABUNDANCE NOW is the follow-up to Lisa's New York Times Best Seller, NO MATTER WHAT.Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching people how to accomplish unfathomable goals and tap their limitless potential.A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families.Among the prestigious awards and honors bestowed upon Lisa for her extensive work are the Humanitarian Award from the country of South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. The City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th as Motivating the Teen Spirit Day; the City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing.Lisa lives, plays and works in the greater San Diego, California area and on stages around the world, working alongside her world-class team committed to Motivating the Masses.• The self -development hit movie The Secret, catapulted her popularity across the globe.https://motivatingthemasses.com/© 2025 Building Abundant Success!!2025 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Send us a textAmanda Woodward, Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, joins us this episode to discuss and explain social behavior in children younger than school age. During this episode, we discuss:Differentiating typical social behavior between age groupsKey findings in recent research about early childhood social behaviorActivities that foster greater social-emotional developmentSocial exclusion and tools families may use to avoid antisocial patternsResources Amanda recommends for families looking to gain more knowledge about early childhood relationships:Learning through Play- the Lego Foundation : https://learningthroughplay.com/ National Institue for Play : https://nifplay.org/ Contact New Horizon Academy Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Tik Tok Email us at parentingpickup@nhacademy.net Check out our website to learn more! Thanks for listening!

I'm honoured to welcome Dara Simkin to The Debra Shepherd Podcast this week. Dara is Australia's leading Playful Work Design specialist, and is the founder and Chief Play Officer of learning experience design consultancy, Culture Hero. She has worked with organisations like The LEGO Foundation, McKinsey & Co, Silicon Valley's IDEO Play Lab and world-renowned play researcher Dr Stuart Brown and has presented to brands like IKEA, AGL, Royal Canin, MYOB and Google. As an expert facilitator and passionate advocate for the potential of play in the workplace, Dara believes play has the power to transform the way we live, work and lead. In 2024 Dara is undertaking a major research project exploring the impact of play in business in partnership with RMIT University. In this episode, Dara shares her story. We talk about connection, engagement, culture, creativity, innovation and incorporating play into business and the way we work. HIGHLIGHTS How play changes the way we live, work and lead.  The impact of new technology on business and why businesses must be adaptable and flexible to survive.  Dara explains why play is important in business and shares examples of what play is and isn't.  How Dara and her team at Culture Hero incorporate play into the way they work.  Giving your people an opportunity to play in business.  Dara shares the benefits of integrating play into business as well as tips and advice to businesses that may be hesitant about incorporating play into the workplace.   Why we can't be at our best creatively or effectively drive innovation without play.  The importance of imagination breaks during the day.  Why a psychologically safe and trusting workplace is essential for integrating play into business.   Dara shares tips for business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders wanting to incorporate play into business.  Plus, more! LEAVE A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS If you enjoy the podcast, leave a 5 star review. Let me know your favourite episode, interview, biggest takeaway or most inspiring moment. Follow or subscribe to the show to be notified when new episodes are released.    SHOW NOTES   Get all episode show notes here:   www.debrashepherd.com.au/debra-shepherd-podcast   CONNECT WITH DARA www.culturehero.co www.darasimkin.com CONNECT WITH DEBRA  www.debrashepherd.com.au Instagram @_DebraShepherd   Get my FREE audio: The Power of Simplicity. 9 powerful reasons why simplicity will transform your life and business. www.debrashepherd.com.au/the-power-of-simplicity

In Episode 2, the team from the Plug in Play initiative in Rwanda joins the Participate team to discuss the impact of communities of practice. The conversation focuses on both in-person and the the online community of practice, Tinkerspace, that joins partners across countries participating in the Learning Through Play initiative funded by the Lego Foundation.

Sidsel Kristensen, CEO of the LEGO Foundation, offers a deep look into the Foundation's mission to champion playful learning and create sustainable, impactful initiatives for children globally. The LEGO Foundation has a 25% stake in the LEGO Group.  At the heart of the LEGO Foundation's work is its belief in learning through play — a philosophy Kristensen describes as a powerful approach to fostering creativity, resilience, and critical thinking in children, from infancy through adolescence. Far beyond a brand rooted in toys, the LEGO Foundation is an influential force in global education and child development. This enables the foundation not only to lead initiatives independently but also to create robust alliances that drive systemic change in underserved communities worldwide. The LEGO Foundation's efforts focus on children aged 0-12, but Kristensen emphasises that the philosophy of playful learning is a lifelong mindset, encouraging curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration. Kristensen underscores the necessity of learning from both successes and setbacks. To this end, the Foundation prioritises quality in grant-making, which she defines as investing thoughtfully, building a solid evidence base, and fostering a culture of continuous learning among grantees. The commitment to learning through evidence is central, with the Foundation's partnerships not only serving children directly but also generating insights that shape policy.  A key area of discussion is the challenge of amplification: how to communicate the insights and successes of the Foundation's initiatives in a way that resonates with governments, policymakers, and the wider public. Kristensen reflects on the importance of simplifying complex issues without diminishing their significance, helping communities and leaders see that playful learning is not mere play, but a strategic approach to lifelong skills development. She points out that the brand strength of LEGO enables the Foundation to amplify its message effectively, allowing partners to leverage this brand association to build their own credibility in local contexts. Reflecting on the future, Kristensen outlines a strategy focused on impact, context-driven partnerships, and quality in grant-making, underscoring a vision that emphasises sustainability and scalability. She candidly discusses the complexities of creating sustainable change, noting that while philanthropy has a unique ability to take risks and innovate, it must also be accountable and pragmatic. The ultimate goal, Kristensen explains, is to influence ecosystems and drive changes that endure beyond individual grants or programs. She closes with a call for enhanced collaboration across funders, believing that transformative change requires collective efforts rather than isolated projects. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 250+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.  

John Goodwin, Executive Chairman of the Learning Economy Foundation, offers an insightful examination of how emergent technologies — particularly verified credentials and digital credentials — are set to transform global education and employment systems. Through his role, John advocates for leveraging technology as a public good to promote equity, mobility, and individual agency, especially in underserved populations. The Learning Economy Foundation, unlike traditional philanthropic organizations, focuses on developing open-source technologies and infrastructure that others can build upon, facilitating systemic change and innovation. A major theme in the conversation is the role of verified digital credentials, which allow individuals to hold digital versions of diplomas and certificates that carry the same credibility as traditional paper equivalents. These credentials have wide-ranging applications, from employment and education to areas like property rights, and aim to simplify and secure the transfer of qualifications across borders and systems. John emphasizes that the foundation is particularly focused on addressing gaps in the current education systems that fail to serve impoverished populations, especially in developing countries. By enabling the use of low-cost digital solutions, they hope to make a meaningful impact where educational inequity is most prevalent. John's past experience as CEO of the LEGO Foundation and his work with the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), a UN initiative, further illustrates his commitment to systemic change in education. He acknowledges the inherent challenges of shifting long-established systems but stresses the importance of multi-stakeholder engagement and collaboration to drive meaningful progress. Systemic change, as John learned during his tenure at LEGO, cannot be achieved in isolation; it requires the cooperation of governments, educational institutions, businesses, and technologists working together toward a common goal. The conversation also touches on the importance of serendipity in this process. John highlights that while planning and strategy are vital, unexpected opportunities and collaborations often become key turning points. His reflections on embracing flexibility and agility offer a refreshing counterpoint to rigid planning in a field that demands innovation. John's vision for business education is also explored. As a board member of PRME, he champions the integration of responsible management practices into business school curricula, noting that one in three graduates globally come from business-related fields. He sees future leaders as vital to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), advocating for a broader understanding of success beyond profit maximization, focusing on the social and environmental impact of business decisions. John argues that the pace of change must accelerate to meet the urgency of the global challenges laid out by the SDGs. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 250+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.     

Experiential and cognitive diversity help a team thrive. Specifically, an organizational culture that welcomes neurodivergent people limits groupthink risks and helps to foster innovation, translating into a competitive edge. To reap these benefits, companies are realizing they need to do more to both support their existing neurodivergent employees and recruit more.In this episode, author, cognitive scientist and neurodivergent business leader Maureen Dunne joins Wesley and Kim to discuss the benefits neurodiverse employees bring to the workplace and how leaders can build a culture that allows them to succeed. DR. MAUREEN DUNNE is a bestselling author, cognitive scientist, global keynote speaker, faculty member, board director, and neurodivergent business leader driving systems change in business, technology, education, and public policy.As CEO of Autism Community Ventures, a neurodiversity consultancy firm, Dr. Dunne has been retained by some of the world's top brands, Fortune 500 companies, leading start-ups, and global non-profit organizations as a neurodiversity expert and organizational change leader with over two decades of experience.Her work has been featured widely in major media, including Forbes, Bloomberg, MIT Sloan Management Review, Fast Company, Big Think, Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, SHRM, TechCrunch, People Management Magazine, Chicago Tribune, DiversityQ, UNLEASH, Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People, and Inside Higher Ed. Dr. Dunne has been a Keynote Speaker at the United Nations, Stanford University, London Tech Week, the National Science Foundation, and other prominent venues. She has also served as a featured speaker at The Atlantic Festival, the Global Education Summit, TechCrunch Disrupt, The Next Web Conference, Cornell University, Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), and LEGO Foundation.Maureen is also the author of the 2024 bestselling book, The Neurodiversity Edge. The Neurodiversity Edge made the USA Today National Bestseller List (Top 150 books across all genres), Barnes & Noble Top 100 Books, Porchlight Book Company's Business Book Bestseller List, as well as #1 New Bestseller in several categories on Amazon, including Human Resources and Personell Management, Business Diversity & Inclusion and Autism Spectrum Disorders. SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) selected Dr. Dunne's book as one of twelve to feature on its recommended 2024 summer reading list. It was also selected as an Editor Pick at Audible to be featured during Neurodiversity Acceptance Month.She is the first community college graduate to be awarded the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship for study at New College, Oxford and is a former National Science Foundation Fellow. She currently serves as a faculty affiliate at the Discovery Partners Institute, a billion-dollar public/private partnership to drive economic development through business innovation and entrepreneurship and as an advisory board member at Cornell University. She is the former President of the Illinois Community College Trustees Association where she drove the legislative and policy agenda for the state of Illinois, the third largest community college system in the United States with 48 member colleges, serving over 700,000 students. At the national level, she represents the interests of more than 12 million students in the USA and beyond. In these leadership roles, she has driven real-world change in workforce development, education, and policy, paving new economic opportunity pathways for neurodivergent people around the world.She received joint BA/MA degrees from the University of Chicago, her MSc from the London School of Economics, and her doctorate from the University of Oxford, where she attended as a Rhodes Scholar.About Maureen Dunne

Host Julie Keane and recurring guest, Kimm Murfitt, come back to discuss highlights from the Sustainability series with partners from Learning LEGO Foundation's Tech and Play Initiative. Participate is supporting the initiative with an online Community of Practice, Tinkerspace, that brings together a diverse group of partner organizations across the globe dedicated to the Lego Foundation's goal of supporting Learning Through Play. This episode includes a discussion and highlights from each of the four partner projects: The Creative Schools team in Brazil, KPLAY team in Kenya, the Play@Heart team in Denmark, and the Plug in Play team from Rwanda.

Maureen Dunne: The Neurodiversity Edge Maureen Dunne is a cognitive scientist, neurodiversity expert, global keynote speaker, board director, and business leader with over two decades of experience helping organizations build thriving cultures. She has served as a Senior Advisor to some of the world's top organization, including the LEGO Foundation, Cornell University, and Members of Congress. She is the author of The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization*. We often don't notice our deeply held biases — and there's certainly bias against neurodiversity. In this conversation, Maureen and I discuss the research, mindsets, and contributions relevant to neurodiversity. Plus, how neurodiversity can provide an edge for almost every organization. Key Points We often don't see our deeply held biases. As one example, we assume that north is “up” on maps and globes, even though that's only a construct. Research and estimates vary, but at least 20% of the population is neurodivergent. Divergent bees in hives find new sources of honey. Instead of viewing neurodivergence from a deficit-based perspective, use a strengths-based approach. Intellectual capability is entirely independent of having a neurodivergent profile. Rather than maintaining accommodations for “quirky people,” move towards a norm of university accommodations that benefit the entire employee population. Resources Mentioned The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization* by Maureen Dunne Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Begin Difficult Conversations About Race, with Kwame Christian (episode 594) Supporting Return to Work After Maternity Leave, with Danna Greenberg (episode 639) How to Be a Better Ally, with Lauren Wesley Wilson (episode 675) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

NY Times Bestselling Author , Tamron Hall, Nick Cannon Oprah, Today Show, ExtraTonight Lisa is joining me from Tortola, British Virgin Islands!Lisa is "The "Breakthrough Specialist"She is the founder of Motivating the Masses and CEO of Motivating the Teen Spirit, LLC.LISA NICHOLS is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa's courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide and helped countless audiences breakthrough, to discover their own untapped talents and infinite potential.As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of countless men and women, and altered the trajectory of businesses throughout the country and across the world.Lisa is also a best-selling author of six books, and her 7th book ABUNDANCE NOW, was published in 2016 by HarperCollins. In ABUNDANCE NOW, Lisa continues her journey with her fans, providing a clear and practical blueprint for personal success, drawn directly from the life experiences of its beloved author. ABUNDANCE NOW is the follow-up to Lisa's New York Times Best Seller, NO MATTER WHAT.Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching people how to accomplish unfathomable goals and tap their limitless potential.A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families.Among the prestigious awards and honors bestowed upon Lisa for her extensive work are the Humanitarian Award from the country of South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. The City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th as Motivating the Teen Spirit Day; the City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing.Lisa lives, plays and works in the greater San Diego, California area and on stages around the world, working alongside her world-class team committed to Motivating the Masses.• The self -development hit movie The Secret, catapulted her popularity across the globe.https://motivatingthemasses.com/© 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Today, we're embarking on a whimsical journey into the enchanted world of play, and its profound impact on cultivating a growth mindset. Get ready, because, by the end of this episode, your perception of play is about to be dramatically transformed. We'll also explore the far-reaching benefits of a playful approach to learning and the lifelong impact it can have on not just cognitive skills but also emotional intelligence. We're also going to delve into some fascinating research from the Lego Foundation and the University of Minnesota that underline how play not only improves social and emotional well-being for children but also enhances creativity, curiosity, and a sense of community. And that's not all! We're about to reveal how the combination of play and a growth mindset can revolutionize traditional learning methodologies and set children up for a life of resilient and persistent success. So strap in for this magical ride into the world of play and growth mindset. Get ready to unlock doors to worlds you never knew existed!Know a friend who loves early childhood? Share this podcast. Lot's more topics, tips, and fun on Instagram @prek.spotFor awesome merch and more info visit Pre-KSpot.comEven more free content inside out our weekly newsletter! Join today.We have so many amazing resources and FREEBIES just for you.

Join us in this educational and inspiring episode of Aspire to Lead as Vanessa Castañeda Gill, co-founder of Social Cipher and a champion for neurodivergent students, dives into the transformative power of play and fandom culture. Episode Highlights: Importance of Play and Fandom Culture: Discover why play and fandom culture are crucial for neurodivergent students and how they create inclusive and engaging learning environments. Benefits of Play: Learn how play promotes social-emotional skills, self-regulation, and helps keep kids engaged and present in the classroom. Play Beyond Early Childhood: Explore the significance of incorporating play in secondary education, proving that learning through play isn't just for young kids but is equally valuable for middle and high school students. Exciting Projects: Social Cipher's Partnership with The LEGO Foundation: Hear about the innovative collaboration between Social Cipher and The LEGO Foundation aimed at supporting students through play. Blog Series: Vanessa shares insights from their blog series on how to support students through the power of play. Tune in to this episode for an in-depth discussion on the five key values of learning through play and how it can revolutionize education for all students. This conversation is packed with valuable strategies to foster a playful and effective learning environment, making it essential listening for anyone passionate about innovative education. About Vanessa Castañeda Gill:  It's Vanessa Castañeda Gill's mission to unite her passions for art and stories in innovative ways that help people. Vanessa is the Co-Founder + CEO of Social Cipher, a game-based social-emotional learning platform for neurodiverse youth and the professionals who work with them, based on her own experiences as an autistic/ADHD individual. Her 50% neurodivergent team is working on the latest episode of their game series, Ava: a space-pirate adventure that explores social challenges through the eyes of an autistic protagonist. Vanessa and her team have earned recognition as Forbes 30 Under 30s, Facebook Global Gaming Citizens, and most recently LEGO Foundation Partners. Follow Vanessa Castañeda Gill: Website: www.socialcipher.com  Twitter (X): https://x.com/SocialCiphe  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialcipher/?hl=en  Facebook: @socialciphergame Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/social-cipher/  YouTube: Social Cipher --- Magic Mind If you are a long time listener, an ASPIRE Leader, You know I only work with brands that I believe in myself and I integrate in my everyday life, so I'm super happy to talk to you guys about Magic Mind! I started drinking Magic Mind a while back as I was looking for several things, specifically in the afternoon.

Welcome to a four-part series of Participate podcasts on the topic of sustainability with partners working with the LEGO Foundation's Tech and Play Initiative. Participate is supporting the initiative with an online Community of Practice, Tinkerspace, that brings together a diverse group of partner organizations across the globe dedicated to the Lego Foundation's goal of supporting Learning Through Play. On today's episode we'll meet the team at Play@Heart In Denmark!Play@Heart is a school development project focused on playful approaches to understanding technology. The goal is to equip schools to enhance children's creative and experimental approach to the world. Through a pedagogical exploration expedition, the project investigates the interaction between children's play with digital technologies and their development and learning.

Welcome to episode 4 in the four-part series of Participate podcasts on the topic of sustainability with partners working with the LEGO Foundation's Tech and Play Initiative. Participate is supporting the initiative with an online Community of Practice, Tinkerspace, that brings together a diverse group of partner organizations across the globe dedicated to the Lego Foundation's goal of supporting Learning Through Play. On today's episode we talk to the team at the Creative Schools Program that is dedicated to supporting local and regional governments in Brazil in transforming public schools into more playful, hands-on and stimulating environments for all students.

There is not much I enjoy more than sitting down with one of the innovative thinkers in compliance, Carsten Tams to find out what is on his mind regarding compliance. Tom Fox recently had the opportunity to do so on the topic of making compliance training memorable. Over this short, five-part series, we will introduce the problem and challenges and then provide you with four proven strategies for success in your compliance training. In this concluding Episode 5, we discuss how making ethics and compliance training playful can enhance learning. Our learning brain likes games. When people shift into a playful state of mind, they immerse themselves more deeply into the learning activity. Their mood brightens, their mind opens up, and they are intensely focused and more receptive to new information. Playful learning supports a deeper understanding of concepts, better recall of knowledge, and better transfer of skills to novel problems. They explore the concept of the ‘Magic Circle' in gaming, which engenders an immersive, playful state of mind that fosters openness and engagement. By employing game-based learning experiences like the ‘Ethics Kit Find Your Path' card game, the discussion showcases how ethical scenarios can be addressed in an interactive, fun way. Through the use of commitment, action, and resource cards, employees engage in collaborative problem-solving related to their organization's ethical dilemmas. The episode emphasizes the importance of experiential, social, and strength-based learning, arguing that an engaging user experience (UX) in training not only makes learning enjoyable but also more effective in reinforcing ethical behaviors within organizations. Highlights and Key Issues Discussed: Introducing Playful Learning in Ethics and Compliance The Magic Circle: A Concept for Playful Learning Implementing Playful Learning: The Ethics Kit Card Game Benefits and Outcomes of Playful Learning Experiences Expanding Playfulness Beyond Games: Engaging Training Delivery Key Takeaways from the Series Resources: Suggested Readings Zosh, J. M., Hopkins, E. J., Jensen, H., Liu, C., Neale, D., Hirsh-Pasek, K., Solis, S. L., & Whitebread, D. (2017). Learning through play: a review of the evidence (white paper). The LEGO Foundation, DK. Parker, Rachel & Thomsen, Bo & Berry, Amy. (2022). Learning Through Play at School – A Framework for Policy and Practice. Frontiers in Education. 7. 10.3389/feduc.2022.751801.  Carsten Tams on LinkedIn Emagence Consulting Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

LEGO Literacy Alert Nope, we didn't ask Dara to answer any questions using Lego. ___________________ Hello there! We're Dr. Jane Hession and Ronan Healy. We're a husband and wife team and co-founders of the service design studio How Might We - www.howmightwe.design We're passionate about Play and provide online and in-house training in the LEGO Serious Play method to: 1) Third-level Educators - https://bit.ly/LSP_Ed_Innovators 2) Organisational Innovators - https://bit.ly/LSP_Org_Innovators Episode Nine  George Bernard Shaw once said, “We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” By our estimation, Dara Simkin will be making a playful ruckus well beyond the age of 250! We had a wonderful conversation with Dara, who rightly earns the title ‘Play Pioneer' for the playful and innovative work she and her team at Culture Hero have done since 2016. Throughout this time, Dara has collaborated with other Play Pioneers such as Dr. Stuart Brown and Brendan Boyle. We're particularly excited about the research Dara is currently conducting with RMIT, which promises to legitimise the value of play in the workplace. And who knows, maybe Dara will celebrate her 250th birthday in a Barry Manilow t-shirt! (Barry Manilow t-shirt? You have to watch the episode to find out why!) Dara Who? Dara Simkin is a Play Pioneer, the Founder of Culture Hero, and is serious about play at work. As a certified coach and expert in bringing purposeful play to enterprise, Dara has over a decade of experience supporting hundreds of organisations and professionals globally – igniting teams through the unrealised potential of play at work. Working with brands like McKinsey, The LEGO Foundation, PWC, Chevron, Monash University and the Australian Government, she understands the nuances of different industries and how to embed playful interventions that create real impact. Contact Details Linkedin linkedin.com/in/dara-simkin-culture-hero Website www.culturehero.co  www.darasimkin.com  Email dara@culturehero.co Twitter @DaraSimkin Additional Topics  A NEW EARTH Create Your Better Life Today  https://www.amazon.co.uk/New-Earth-LIFE-CHANGING-otherworldly-Breakfast/dp/0141039418  The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment  https://www.amazon.com/Power-Practicing-Hardcover-Collection-Eckhart/dp/9123821329  Eckhart Tolle  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eckhart_Tolle  The Heros Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Heros-Journey-Joseph-Campbell-Collected/dp/1608681890  Brene Brown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bren%C3%A9_Brown  Dr Stuart Brown https://nifplay.org/about-us/about-dr-stuart-brown/  Brendan Boyle  https://www.immersive-play.com/  Johan Huizinga  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johan_Huizinga  Amy Edmondson  https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=6451  IDEO https://www.ideo.com/  Spotlight Effect https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spotlight_effect Timestamps (0:00) - Introduction (2:35) - Dara shares her childhood experiences (8:03) - Defining adult playfulness (13:01) - Dara's interest in play and personal development (18:45) - Importance of intuition and playful mindset (23:26) - Continued challenges in post-COVID work environments (25:05) - Potential for play in a hybrid work model (27:01) - Addressing misconceptions about play in professional settings (29:55) - Description of Culture Hero and its mission (33:45) - Using play to build soft skills in the workplace (38:39) - Collaborations and research partnerships (40:02) - Reflection on significant projects and events (42:35) - Importance of purposeful play in professional development (44:50) - Overcoming resistance to play in leadership (48:25) - Empirical data supporting the importance of play (51:00) - Reflection on personal experiences and play advocacy (52:23) - Incremental changes and realistic expectations in adopting play (54:20) - Final thoughts and advice on embracing play and authenticity

The LEGO Group, LEGO House and the LEGO Foundation today announce a range of long-term initiatives designed to support and celebrate neurodivergent children and adults to mark the start of World Autism Acceptance Month.Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere through LinkTreeMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2024 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bricks-king-podcast-lego--4920139/support.

This is episode 2 of a four-part series of Participate podcasts on the topic of sustainability with partners working with the LEGO Foundation's Tech and Play Initiative. On this episode we talk to the team at Plug-in-Play (PiP) project that introduces Learning through Play and Technology (LtPT) through innovative approaches to support the delivery of Science Elementary Technology (SET) to improve learning outcomes for upper primary students in Rwanda. These approaches include making and tinkering, coding and robotics. Responding to the Government of Rwanda's commitment to leverage technology to promote holistic skill development among children, the PiP project works in partnership with key stakeholders at the national, regional, and district levels to implement LtPT approaches in upper primary classrooms.

Send us a Text Message.“Innovation really lives on the edge of ridiculous, and in order for us to come up with innovative solutions to solve the world's biggest problems, we've got to take risks. Play is an incredible way to help us do that.”Dara SimkinIn this episode you'll hear about:The importance of mixing play and work: Why bringing play into the workplace can be a powerful tool for creativity, connectivity and innovation and radically shift organisational cultureHow to integrate play into the workplace: Key strategies for intentional design for implementing play intentionally and effectively to achieve valued outcomesThe evolution of work culture: Unpacking how priorities within work environments have and continue to shift and what is needed as the focus of work cultures now Questioning conventional business constructs: How to develop a healthy approach to scepticism of traditional business practices and be active in questioning and challenging established norms and assumptions that may be preventing growth Reactive vs. responsive businesses: Recognising how your business or specific team approaches organisational change and adjusting the culture to one of proactively addressing emerging challenges Key linksCulture Hero https://www.culturehero.co/Dr. Stuart Brown https://www.nifplay.org/about-us/about-dr-stuart-brown/Kaospilot https://www.kaospilot.dk/Microsoft Trends Index https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend-indexIDEO https://www.ideo.com/John Cleese on open and closed modes https://www.gurteen.com/gurteen/gurteen.nsf/id/L004957/Amy Edmonson https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=6451About our guestDara Simkin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dara-simkin-culture-hero/) is an expert facilitator, learning designer and Australia's leading play at work specialist. As the founder of Culture Hero, a norm-busting consultancy driving cultural change and experiential events, Dara's mission is to bridge the gap between work and play. She's worked with organisations like The LEGO Foundation and McKinsey & Co., as well as world-renowned play researcher Dr Stuart Brown and Silicon Valley's IDEO Play Lab. She is certified in the Danish learning methodology, KAOSPILOT, known for its innovative and dynamic approach to education and training. She is currently involved in a research collaboration with RMIT University, uncovering the benefits of a playful mindset in business as it relates to adaptability, teamwork and belonging. About our hostOur host, Chris Hudson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hudson-7464254/), is a Teacher, Experience Designer and Founder of business transformation coaching & consultancy Company Road (www.companyroad.co).Chris considers himself incredibly fortunate to have worked with some of the world's most ambitious and successful companies, including Google, Mercedes-Benz, Accenture (Fjord) and Dulux, toFor weekly updates and to hear about the latest episodes, please subscribe to The Company Road Podcast at https://companyroad.co/podcast/

NY Times Bestselling Author, Oprah, Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and ExtraTonight Lisa is joining me from Tortola, British Virgin Islands!Lisa is "The "Breakthrough Specialist"She is the founder of Motivating the Masses and CEO of Motivating the Teen Spirit, LLC.LISA NICHOLS is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa's courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide and helped countless audiences breakthrough, to discover their own untapped talents and infinite potential.As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of countless men and women, and altered the trajectory of businesses throughout the country and across the world.Lisa is also a best-selling author of six books, and her 7th book ABUNDANCE NOW, was published in 2016 by HarperCollins. In ABUNDANCE NOW, Lisa continues her journey with her fans, providing a clear and practical blueprint for personal success, drawn directly from the life experiences of its beloved author. ABUNDANCE NOW is the follow-up to Lisa's New York Times Best Seller, NO MATTER WHAT.Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching people how to accomplish unfathomable goals and tap their limitless potential.A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families.Among the prestigious awards and honors bestowed upon Lisa for her extensive work are the Humanitarian Award from the country of South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. The City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th as Motivating the Teen Spirit Day; the City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing.Lisa lives, plays and works in the greater San Diego, California area and on stages around the world, working alongside her world-class team committed to Motivating the Masses.• The self -development hit movie The Secret, catapulted her popularity across the globe.https://motivatingthemasses.com/© 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Welcome to the first episode of a four-part series of Participate podcasts on the topic of sustainability with partners working with the LEGO Foundation's Tech and Play Initiative. Participate is supporting the initiative with an online Community of Practice, Tinkerspace, that brings together a diverse group of partner organizations across the globe dedicated to the Lego Foundation's goal of supporting Learning Through PlayOn Today's episode we talk to the amazing team from The Kenya Play (KPLAY) program whose approach is to integrate Learning Through Play with Technology (LtPT) in Kwale and Kilifi counties of coastal Kenya.

In this episode of our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Podcast, Georgina Durrant is joined by Dr Gina Gómez de la Cuesta to discuss LEGO® - based therapy. Gina explains the origins and aims of LEGO® - based therapy, who can benefit from it and how to ensure it is neurodiversity-affirming. Gina is the founderand director of Play Included® and her Brick-by-Brick® programme is the only LEGO® - based therapy endorsed by the LEGO Foundation. She talks us through how teachers can set up LEGO® - based therapy at school and gives us her top tips for getting it right.Links mentioned in the podcast:Play Included® WebsitePlay Included® Youtube Channel LEGO Foundation website Relevant resources:Building Brick Therapy Resource PackBuilding Brick Therapy Information SheetBuilding Brick Therapy Key Word Cards

Welcome to the Inner Game of Change Podcast where my guests and I explore the multi-layers of organisational change. My guest today is Monique Zytnik:  An author, a communication thought leader, with decades of experience in marketing and communications. A seasoned and passionate professional about internal communications, Monique has worked with some of Australia's leading organizations, from major banks to both federal and state governments. In this episode, Monique and I dive into the timely topics of internal communication and change, and diverging into the transformative role of GenAI in reshaping our craft with some insightful and curious questions to raise. I am grateful to have Monique chatting with me today. Topics include:Challenges for internal communication teamsThe true label for internal communication teams according to research. know thy audience. How the internal communication team plays a positive role in advancing change in an organisation. The new tools Internal communication teams use nowadays. The role of GenAI in communication. Will GenAI make my job redundant? Monique's question to the listeners. Monique's 3 key takeaways. About Monique With decades of experience in communications and specialised in internal communication, Monique Zytnik is a proven leader who inspires others, strengthens teams, and creates impact on a global scale. She has worked internationally, presented on best practice communication at world conferences including the International Association of Business Communication Professionals (IABC) World Conference 2021/2022 and the Institute of Internal Communication Festival 2021, guest lectured at universities including Leeds Business School, RMIT University and the American University in Cairo, and had my communications campaigns recognised at the Gartner Awards 2020 (finalist), Australia's Mumbrella CommsCon 2019 and 2020 (finalist) and the Digital Communication Awards 2021 (winner). She regularly writes for communication industry publications, drawing on in-house and consultancy work with organisations including SBS Radio Australia, The Australian Taxation Office, ANZ Bank, Deutsche Post DHL, GEA, Adjust, The Department of Human Services and Lego Foundation.Her experience in digital communication, internal communication, strategic B2B marketing communications, campaigns, social media, public relations, and issues management is backed by a Master's in Communication (PR) with Honours from RMIT University. She is globally well networked and focused on giving back to the global communications profession in her own time by mentoring others through The Mentoring Club and role as International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) EMENA Region Vice Chair and podcast host.Contact MoniqueLinkedIn linkedin.com/in/moniquezytnikEmailmoniquezytnik@hotmail.comWebsitewww.moniquezytnik.comAli Juma @The Inner Game of Change podcast

Today, we're embarking on a whimsical journey into the enchanted world of play, and its profound impact on cultivating a growth mindset. Get ready, because, by the end of this episode, your perception of play is about to be dramatically transformed. We'll also explore the far-reaching benefits of a playful approach to learning and the lifelong impact it can have on not just cognitive skills but also emotional intelligence. We're also going to delve into some fascinating research from the Lego Foundation and the University of Minnesota that underline how play not only improves social and emotional well-being for children but also enhances creativity, curiosity, and a sense of community. And that's not all! We're about to reveal how the combination of play and a growth mindset can revolutionize traditional learning methodologies and set children up for a life of resilient and persistent success. So strap in for this magical ride into the world of play and growth mindset. Get ready to unlock doors to worlds you never knew existed!For awesome merch and more info visit Pre-KSpot.comLot's more topics, tips, and fun on Instagram @prek.spotEven more free content inside out bi-weekly newsletter! Join today.We have so many amazing resources and FREEBIES just for you.

Professor AnnMarie Thomas spoke with us about playful learning through joy,  whimsy, surprise, and meeting new people.  We also spoke with AnnMarie about how adults can foster an environment that encourages innovation. See more about that (and the interviews of various engineers and makers) in her book Making Makers: Kids, Tools, and the Future of Innovation You can find AnnMarie on Mastodon: mastodon.social/@AnnMariePT If you want to know more about squishy circuits, check out AnnMarie's TED talk: Hands-on science with squishy circuits (or the related book Squishy Circuits (21st Century Skills Innovation Library: Makers as Innovators)). She is the head of The Playful Learning Lab at the University of St. Thomas where she is a professor of engineering and entrepreneurship.  We also talked about the LEGO Foundation. More about that on LearningThroughPlay.com AnnMarie suggested the cephalopod-centric novel The Mountain in the Sea by Ray Nayler. Elecia countered with The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery (non-fiction). And now, a question for you to ponder, what is your most meaningful learning experience? Transcript

When I decided to relaunch this podcast after a two year hiatus, I knew I wanted to revisit some of the conversations that had inspired me along the way. My mission with this show has always been to challenge perceptions, but also to provide some inspiration in a world that sometimes feels void of it. Mixed in with all-new episodes, I'll be revisiting some of my personal favorite conversations Ive had over the years--but with a twist... Within these revisited episodes, you'll find previously unshared segments from my discussions with these guests that didn't make it into the original episode. I've also taken the time to enhance the audio quality for these conversations. I'm confident you will find them inspirational and insightful. My guest for this episode was at the top of my list of people I wanted to interview when I embarked on this crazy endeavor of creating a podcast--and she's proof that if you ask, the answer might just be a resounding YES! She embodies everything about my mission with this show, and I guarantee you: She'll have some significant tools to improve your life. She's a bestselling author, motivational speaker, and success coach who's made appearances on Oprah, and countless other shows. If you're someone who's looking to make any real, lasting changes in your life, this might be one of the most impactful conversations you'll listen to. I invite you to think outside the lines with Lisa Nichols. // Lisa Nichols is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa's courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide and helped countless audiences breakthrough, to discover their own untapped talents and infinite potential. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of countless men and women, and altered the trajectory of businesses throughout the country and across the world. Lisa is also a best-selling author of six books, and her 7th book ABUNDANCE NOW, was published in 2016 by HarperCollins. In ABUNDANCE NOW, Lisa continues her journey with her fans, providing a clear and practical blueprint for personal success, drawn directly from the life experiences of its beloved author. ABUNDANCE NOW is the follow-up to Lisa's New York Times Best Seller, NO MATTER WHAT. Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching people how to accomplish unfathomable goals and tap their limitless potential. A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families. Among the prestigious awards and honors bestowed upon Lisa for her extensive work are the Humanitarian Award from the country of South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. The City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th as Motivating the Teen Spirit Day; the City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing. For more information on Lisa: https://motivatingthemasses.com For more information about the podcast: https://www.thinkoutsidethelines.com

Play can help you remember things for longer Learning through play is an excellent way for children and adults to develop new skills, but it's also a great way to alleviate stress and trauma and tap into different parts of the mind.  Our guest on Episode 244 of Class Dismissed is an expert on learning through play. Dr. Bo Stjerne Thomsen is the Vice-President and Chair of Learning through Play in the LEGO Foundation. The Lego Foundation has partner researchers and labs worldwide that study learning through play. And they have also released a study on children, technology, and play. Thomsen and the LEGO Foundation have examined the science behind learning through play, and they know that children have wholly emerged in learning when being hands-on with toys and trying things out. “First, you understand things much deeper when you test it try it out,” says Thomsen. “You basically remember things for longer and understand concepts better.” In this episode of Class Dismissed, Thomsen dives into the skills learned while playing. Attention Limiting Distractions Retain information while building (Working memory) Recognizing symbols – Same as language? Spatial abilities, quantify, sort, and count.  Regulating Emptional Frustration To hear our complete discussion with Thomsen, listen to Episode 244 of Class Dismissed. You can listen to the latest Episode of Class Dismissed on your favorite podcasting app or iTunes. Other Show Notes 5 types of Emails managers should never Send All Rights Reserved. Class Dismissed Podcast 2017-2023

On this episode of Change Makers, we are celebrating Women's History Month, by talking to some women who are making history of their own. We'll hear from two trailblazers, and then hear from LEGO Foundation representatives about their Braille Bricks at Council for Exceptional Children convention that was recently held in Louisville, KY. In this Podcast (In Order of Appearance)Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerKaiya Armstrong, PilotOlaya Landa-Vialard, APH ConnectCenter Director, AER PresidentMarc Angelier, LEGO FoundationMarie Oddoux, LEGO FoundationAdditional Links and NumbersBlind pilot flying across the country lands at Bowman Field in LouisvilleAPH ConnectCenterAER: Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired APH ConnectCenter phone line: 1-800-232-5463LEGO Braille BricksLearning Through PlayLEGO Braille Bricks Kit Request FormLEGOs designed for the blind and visually impaired are distributed exclusively from Louisville

PLEASE VOTE FOR MY LEGO IDEAS SET - LINKWant some cool LEGO swag?  Head over to the Brick Monarch Shop!Use code back2brick10 to get a discount!SET REVEIW: 76248 The Avengers QuinjetLord of the Rings is making it s big comeback and the latest set is one to impress! We get a litte bit of LEGO History with another LEGO brick you might not have heard about, and Batman Returns is getting a set! (small but still good). Jump in with bth feet, get some double VIP points, and enjoy the build!Rivendell set!Batman refunds polybagBoston Discovery Center makeoverModulexLEGO Ideas selectionInfinite Domino!LEGO Foundation and BrookingsDouble VIP pointsRivendell GWPIndiana Jones relesae date4x4 GWPVIP botanical artHogwarts - mini!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comCheck my pages outBack 2 Brick Links!Back 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.

If you are a nonprofit leader who thinks about fundraising with the same intensity that you bring to tackling your mission, this is your episode. Chances are you have been denied the level of funding needed to scale your most impactful strategies or turned down for general operating support, which enables you to deploy resources as needed. In this episode of Power Station, we explore what happens when our most open-minded philanthropic leaders design a new model for identifying and investing in solutions to our world's most pressing challenges. Dr. Cecilia Conrad brings brilliance, intentionality, and a belief in the power of collaboration to her leadership of Lever for Change, an affiliate of the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. She is cultivating a cohort of donors, from the LEGO Foundation to the Kellogg Foundation and MacKenzie Scott, who agree that the most powerful solutions to complex challenges, from climate change to infant and maternal health care and the refugee crisis are generated by nonprofits. They have stepped up to invest $10 million in the winners of competitions among exceptional nonprofits. Dr. Gordon is the deeply committed change maker who tells this story best.    

"One of the challenges this year that I loved was one of my friends created a book and she had 40 questions and I had to answer each question with a picture. And really good questions about reflecting about life, about my past, about my present, about where I want to go." Diego Adame   Diego Adame turned 40 during 2022 and decided to take on 40 challenges with friends and family as a way of celebrating the year. This included a variety of physical, fun and creative challenges, like skydiving, trying 40 different types of cheese, dressing up as an ant in Mexico City with friends and swimming 40km during the year with his siblings. Some of the challenges led him to reflect on his life and even revise some of his long-held beliefs about his childhood. Diego works at The Lego Foundation and we talk about our experiences with play in the workplace, and how it helps to create a psychologically safe environment, build relationships, and increase creativity. We conclude this episode with a reflection on how we can always find the time for things that are important to us.   Diego Adame, at 28, was scared of becoming old and turning 30. He thought adulthood started at 30 (now he knows it starts at 50). Whenever he approaches an age with a multiple of 10, he feels the need to question his life. He climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro on July 2012 and, without planning it, started a tradition of celebrating birthdays with challenges. Diego has worked in the development sector for almost 15 years and is currently based in Denmark with The Lego Foundation as Senior Director Team Lead of Inclusive Learning.    Connect with Diego Read his blog "This is (not) a midlife crisis"   Resources Mentioned The Lego Foundation   

NY Times Bestselling Author, Oprah, Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and ExtraTonight Lisa is joining me from Tortola, British Virgin Islands!Lisa is "The "Breakthrough Specialist"She is the founder of Motivating the Masses and CEO of Motivating the Teen Spirit, LLC.LISA NICHOLS is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa's courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide and helped countless audiences breakthrough, to discover their own untapped talents and infinite potential.As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of countless men and women, and altered the trajectory of businesses throughout the country and across the world.Lisa is also a best-selling author of six books, and her 7th book ABUNDANCE NOW, was published in 2016 by HarperCollins. In ABUNDANCE NOW, Lisa continues her journey with her fans, providing a clear and practical blueprint for personal success, drawn directly from the life experiences of its beloved author. ABUNDANCE NOW is the follow-up to Lisa's New York Times Best Seller, NO MATTER WHAT.Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching people how to accomplish unfathomable goals and tap their limitless potential.A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families.Among the prestigious awards and honors bestowed upon Lisa for her extensive work are the Humanitarian Award from the country of South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. The City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th as Motivating the Teen Spirit Day; the City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing.Lisa lives, plays and works in the greater San Diego, California area and on stages around the world, working alongside her world-class team committed to Motivating the Masses.• The self -development hit movie The Secret, catapulted her popularity across the globe.https://motivatingthemasses.com/© 2022 Building Abundant Success!!2022 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

What do the innovative architects of education sound like? How might they imagine channels that defy the “trickle-down” model of success by delivering high-tech and advantageous tools of education and employment directly to all?In this Third episode of Education Transformed, Louka speaks with John Goodwin and Chris Purifoy.LEF's mission to bring quality skills and equal opportunity to every human on Earth, using open standards and web3 technologies.https://www.learningeconomy.io/John Goodwin, is Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. Prior to joining LEF, Goodwin spent a decade working in the LEGO ecosystem, first as EVP and CFO of The LEGO Group then later as CEO of LEGO Foundation. Chris Purifoy, CEO of Learning Economy, about their ambitious global goal—to increase the impact of investment in humans, solve equity gaps, and empower learners and employees with better access to their data.He is a delegate for the UN's Blockchain for Impact and the U.S. Department of Education's Blockchain Action Network. Chris is a digital architect, serial entrepreneur, author, and futurist. He speaks in global forums about AI, blockchain, and the future of education and work. Chris loves simplifying really complex, difficult problems and building strong tribes.Transcription upon request - e-mail hello@thelearningfuture.com

What is your Dream Machine? In this episode of Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Piet Grymonprez, author and Co-Founder and Managing Director of MyMachine. MyMachine is a for-purpose non-profit that has a unique and multi-award-winning methodology that unites students in primary, secondary and higher education to co-create "Dream Machines" invented by children.   Tune in to hear how Piet and his fellow Co-Founders created MyMachine, why they're asking children to create a “Dream Machine”, and what a Dream Machine is in the first place. Piet explains how MyMachine challenges the creativity of students at every grade level, from primary school to college/university, inspiring them to think big.   “It really ranges from a very personal to a global scope because of the open-ended question that we pose to them at the beginning of our methodology.” – Piet Grymonprez   Piet describes how MyMachine's methodology adapts to each child's personality and how it encourages them to be open, take risks, share their ideas, and develop creative confidence. Then, he shares how teachers can collaborate with MyMachine and start their own chapter.   Piet's Tips for Teachers and Parents: Whatever you want to do with your kids/students, challenge yourself to do it with an open-ended approach. Don't make it a competition.  Embrace systems thinking. Explain to yourselves and your students that the world we live in is complicated and that's okay. That's how it should be.   Recommended Resources: Learn more about MyMachine  What Is Your Dream Machine? How Children Change Education Worldwide by Piet Grymonprez Donate to MyMachine Global Foundation Listen to the episode with Natalie Nixon Eager to bring more creativity into your home or classroom?  Access a variety of creativity resources and tools & listen to more episodes of The Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast by visiting our website,  www.CreativityandEducation.com.   Subscribe to our monthly newsletter!   Have a question? Email Dr. Burnett and Dr. Worwood at questions@fuelingcreativitypodcast.com!   You can also find The Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and PodBean! Make sure to rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy it!   About Piet Grymonprez: Piet Grymonprez is Co-Founder and Managing Director of MyMachine, a for-purpose non-profit working globally. MyMachine has a unique and multi-award-winning methodology that unites students in primary, secondary and higher education to co-create "Dream Machines" invented by children.    Based out in Belgium, Europe, Piet and his team have grown MyMachine so far to 13 countries on 3 continents.   MyMachine has been widely recognized and endorsed by the likes of United Nations, Harvard, The New York Academy of Sciences, Richard Branson, The Qatar Foundation, The Lego Foundation, Fast Company, and MyMachine was recently inducted into the renowned HundrED Hall of Fame.   Piet is the author of the book "What Is Your Dream Machine? How Children Change Education Worldwide", with a foreword written by Sir Ken Robinson.    He is the founder and co-founder of different industry cross-over networks in his native country. Prior to MyMachine, he worked in higher education for 15 years, establishing research collaborations with companies around the world.   Connect with him on LinkedIn Follow MyMachine on Instagram

In this episode, we speak to Shawna Young and Mitchel Resnick of the Scratch Foundation, which runs the largest creative computing community in the world around the Scratch programming language. Recommended Resources:Mitch Resnick and Ken Robinson, Lifelong Kindergarten2021 Scratch Foundation Annual ReportShawna Young is the Executive Director of the Scratch Foundation. Before coming to Scratch, Young led the Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP), one of the largest academic talent searches, with over 450,000 K-12 students and over 3 million alumni. She also spearheaded the expansion of the Office of Engineering Outreach Programs (OEOP) at MIT, serving as the Executive Director for eight years.  The OEOP provides rigorous educational opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to K-12 students from primarily underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. Young started her career as a public high school science teacher in North Carolina, then working as a curriculum developer at the Educational Development Center.Mitchel Resnick is the LEGO Papert Professor of Learning Research and Director of the Lifelong Kindergarten group at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Media Lab, which developed the Scratch programming software and online community, the world's leading coding platform for kids. His group has also collaborated for many years with the LEGO Company and the LEGO Foundation on the development of new educational ideas and products, including LEGO Mindstorms and LEGO WeDo robotics kits. Resnick co-founded the Computer Clubhouse project, an international network of 100 after-school learning centers, where youth from low-income communities learn to express themselves creatively with new technologies.

World Bank Senior Education Specialist Robert Hawkins speaks about leveraging blockchain technologies and Web3 in education with Carissa Carter, Academic Director at the Stanford d.school (https://dschool.stanford.edu), and John Goodwin, former LEGO Foundation CEO, and now Executive Chairman of the Learning Economy Foundation (https://www.learningeconomy.io). This is part two of a two-part conversation. Our World Bank EdTech team has hosted several Blockchain for Education online workshops. You can watch these workshops at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTcNIg1jN93FAsHy2Dz2WNTczJ8XIdPTr. Carissa Carter is the Academic Director at the Stanford d.school. In this role she guides the development of the d.school's pedagogy, leads its instructors, and shapes its class offerings. She teaches courses on the intersection of data and design, design for climate change, design for emerging tech, and maps and the visual sorting of information. John Goodwin, former CEO of LEGO Foundation joined the Learning Economy Foundation (LEF) as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. In his new leadership role, Goodwin will further catalyze LEF's mission to bring quality skills and equal opportunity to every human on Earth, using open standards and Web3 technologies. Prior to joining LEF, Goodwin spent a decade working in the LEGO ecosystem, first as EVP and CFO of The LEGO Group then later as CEO of LEGO Foundation. In addition to his position at LEF, he will continue in his capacity as Chairman of the i5 Project, an initiative led by the UN Global Compact Principles of Responsible Management in Education (PRME).

World Bank Senior Education Specialist Robert Hawkins speaks about leveraging blockchain technologies and Web3 in education with Carissa Carter, Academic Director at the Stanford d.school (https://dschool.stanford.edu), and John Goodwin, former LEGO Foundation CEO, and now Executive Chairman of the Learning Economy Foundation (https://www.learningeconomy.io). Our World Bank EdTech team has hosted several Blockchain for Education online workshops. You can watch these workshops at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTcNIg1jN93FAsHy2Dz2WNTczJ8XIdPTr. Carissa Carter is the Academic Director at the Stanford d.school. In this role she guides the development of the d.school's pedagogy, leads its instructors, and shapes its class offerings. She teaches courses on the intersection of data and design, design for climate change, design for emerging tech, and maps and the visual sorting of information. John Goodwin, former CEO of LEGO Foundation joined the Learning Economy Foundation (LEF) as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. In his new leadership role, Goodwin will further catalyze LEF's mission to bring quality skills and equal opportunity to every human on Earth, using open standards and Web3 technologies. Prior to joining LEF, Goodwin spent a decade working in the LEGO ecosystem, first as EVP and CFO of The LEGO Group then later as CEO of LEGO Foundation. In addition to his position at LEF, he will continue in his capacity as Chairman of the i5 Project, an initiative led by the UN Global Compact Principles of Responsible Management in Education (PRME).

NYTimes Bestselling Author, From "The Secret"Tonight Lisa is joining me from Tortola, British Virgin Islands!Lisa is "The "Breakthrough Specialist"She is the founder of Motivating the Masses and CEO of Motivating the Teen Spirit, LLC.LISA NICHOLS is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached nearly 80 million people. From a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur, Lisa's courage and determination has inspired fans worldwide and helped countless audiences breakthrough, to discover their own untapped talents and infinite potential.As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has developed workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of countless men and women, and altered the trajectory of businesses throughout the country and across the world.Lisa is also a best-selling author of six books, and her 7th book ABUNDANCE NOW, was published in 2016 by HarperCollins. In ABUNDANCE NOW, Lisa continues her journey with her fans, providing a clear and practical blueprint for personal success, drawn directly from the life experiences of its beloved author. ABUNDANCE NOW is the follow-up to Lisa's New York Times Best Seller, NO MATTER WHAT.Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching people how to accomplish unfathomable goals and tap their limitless potential.A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families.Among the prestigious awards and honors bestowed upon Lisa for her extensive work are the Humanitarian Award from the country of South Africa, The Ambassador Award, and the LEGO Foundation‘s Heart of Learning Award. The City of Henderson, Nevada named November 20th as Motivating the Teen Spirit Day; the City of San Diego named April 25th Motivating the Masses Day, and the City of Houston, Texas named May 9th as Lisa Nichols Day for her dedication to service, philanthropy and healing.Lisa lives, plays and works in the greater San Diego, California area and on stages around the world, working alongside her world-class team committed to Motivating the Masses.• The self -development hit movie The Secret, catapulted her popularity across the globe.https://motivatingthemasses.com/© 2022 Building Abundant Success!!2022 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Bo Stjerne Thomsen (Chair of Learning through Play, Vice-President at The LEGO Foundation)If you want to see how we can help cities overcome pressing global challenges through playful placemaking, check out the Real Play City Challenge - a global competition that awards inspiring cities and urban practitioners that have successfully used placemaking to create environments that give people time, space and opportunities to play.There are only a few days left to submit your project! The deadline for applications is 4 September.https://www.realplaycitychallenge.org/2022editionKeep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated.Let's connect and talk further about this episode Mustafa Sherif Linkedin.Visit Mustafasherif.com for collaborations and nominations or email me at info@mustafasherif.comFollow Urbanistica on Instagram, Facebook & Youtube channel.Thanks to Urbanistica Podcast partner AFRYAFRY is an international engineering and design company providing sustainable solutions in the fields of energy, industry, and infrastructure.Read more about AFRY https://afry.com/en Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome back Dr. Ron Beghetto along with Laura McBain, Co-Director of the K12 Lab at the Stanford d.school. Ron and Laura recently came out with a new book, “My Favorite Failure: How Setbacks Can Lead to Learning and Growth”. As a human-centered designer, Laura's work focuses on understanding the ecosystem of education and finding meaningful opportunities for disruptive design and innovative educational experiences.    Listen in to learn about Ron and Laura's personal favorite failures, the relationship between expectations and failure, how to start the school year off with sharing favorite failures, and the valuable difference between mistakes and failures. The duo also shares their best tips and advice for new teachers as well as how to get students to push through feelings of failure so that they can learn and grow from it.   Questions Answered: Why is it important to acknowledge and talk about emotions in school? Are we more willing to take risks when we don't know the potential consequences? Are we more likely to experience failure when we do not know anything about the environment? What types of failure are the most impactful for students? (ie. F letter grades, public failure) …and more! Laura's Tips for Teachers and Parents:  Start talking about failure more. Make sure the work you're designing for young people are worth the failure. How do you design real life examples where students are taking on work of consequence? Provide multiple opportunities for students to reflect on failure daily and/or throughout the lesson.   Ron's Tips for Teachers and Parents:  Stay away from empty slogans that minimize emotions. Find ways to acknowledge and validate the emotional pain and difficulty one experiences when they're failing and talk about what to do next. Encourage and take beautiful risks yourself. Invite kids to give you feedback on your failures. Recommended Resources: Listen to S1 Episode 6 with Ron Beghetto Listen to S2 Episode 7 with Ron Beghetto My Favorite Failure by Ron Beghetto and Laura McBain Weaving Creativity into Every Strand of Your Curriculum by Cyndi Burnett Bruce Tuckman's Group Dynamics Eager to bring more creativity into your home or classroom?  Access a variety of creativity resources and tools & listen to more episodes of The Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast by visiting our website,  www.CreativityandEducation.com.   Subscribe to our monthly newsletter!   Have a question? Email Dr. Burnett and Dr. Worwood at questions@fuelingcreativitypodcast.com!   You can also find The Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and PodBean! Make sure to rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy it!   About Laura McBain: Laura is the K12 Lab Director of Community and Implementation at the Stanford d.school. In this role, she leads the K12 Lab network and aims to use design thinking to transform education and the world. As a human-centered designer, her work focuses on understanding the ecosystem of education and finding meaningful opportunities for disruptive design. She is an advocate for equity and social justice work and is leading experiments to ensure more students have access to an innovative educational experience that will help them thrive in a changing world. Formerly Laura was the Director of External Relations at the High Tech High Graduate School of Education. As the Director of External Relations, Laura traveled the globe designing and leading professional development focused on the implementation of progressive education, school transformation, deeper learning and equity initiatives. She has served as a principal of two HTH sites and has taught middle and high school classes in public charter and comprehensive schools. Laura was the architect of the Deeper Learning Conference, a 1200 person, adult learning experience aimed at activating and galvanizing educators for large-scale change.   Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Follow Laura on Twitter   About Dr. Ron Beghetto: Dr. Ronald A. Beghetto, PhD is an internationally recognized expert on creative thought and action in educational settings. He holds the Pinnacle West Presidential Chair and serves as a Professor in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University.      Dr. Beghetto is the Editor for the Journal of Creative Behavior, Editor for Review of Research in Education, Series Editor for Creative Theory and Action in Education (Springer Books), and has served as a creativity advisor for LEGO Foundation and the Cartoon Network.   Visit Ron's website Buy his books

The first feature of the Stanford d.school spotlight has Laura McBain and Dr Ronald Beghetto, authors of My Favorite Failure. They share ideas about consciously engineering learning and experience with uncertainty and surprise as an ingredient. Perhaps we are too rigorously over-engineering education and human experience to the point of unnatural predictability? Ronald and Laura discuss how they believe there can be good in risks and unplanned experiences, and how we might form healthy and beneficial relationships with failure as a way to build resilience and better inform pedagogy and practice.Hosted by The Learning Future's very own Louka Parry, indulge your cortex in some modern thinking at the forefront of educational design with our two amazing guests: Laura McBain (@laura_mcbain) is a designer, educator and serves as co-managing director of the Stanford d.school and the co-director of the K12 Lab. Her work focuses on how human-centered design can be used to provide equitable and innovative educational experiences that will help all students thrive in a changing world. In this role she leads design challenges in education, designs new learning experiences for educators and serves as an adjunct professor at Stanford University. She is the author of My Favorite Failure: How Setbacks Can Lead to Learning and Growth which provides insights and narratives into how you can create the conditions to take risks and experience failure together. Prior to the d.school, Laura worked for 15 years at High Tech High serving as the Director of External Relations, principal of two school sites and a founding teacher. She has taught middle and high school students in both charter comprehensive schools. Laura has a Bachelors from Miami University-Oxford, Ohio and a Masters from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Dr Beghetto is an internationally recognized expert on creative thought and action in educational settings. He holds the Pinnacle West Presidential Chair and serves as a Professor in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University. Dr. Beghetto is the Editor for the Journal of Creative Behavior, Editor for Review of Research in Education, Series Editor for Creative Theory and Action in Education (Springer Books), and has served as a creativity advisor for LEGO Foundation and the Cartoon Network.He is also a Fellow of the American Psychological Association, the Society for the Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity and the Arts (Div. 10, APA), and the International Society for the Study of Creativity and Innovation (ISSCI). He is the 2018 recipient of the Rudolf Arnheim Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity and the Arts and 2008 recipient of Daniel E. Berlyne Award from Div. 10 of the American Psychological Association. Dr Beghetto has received recognition and numerous awards for excellence in teaching, including the University of Oregon 's highest teaching award for early career faculty (2006 Ersted Crystal Apple Award), the 2015 ALD Faculty of the Year Award at the University of Connecticut, and the Provost's Recognition for Excellence in Teaching (University of Connecticut).His prior appointments include Professor of Educational Psychology, Director of UCONN's Innovation House, and Graduate Program Coordinator for the Cognition, Instruction, Learning, & Technology Program in the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut. He also previously served as the College of Education's Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate Professor of Education Studies at the University of Oregon, and Faculty-in-Residence for Research and Evaluation Projects for UO's Center on Diversity and Community (CoDaC). Dr Beghetto earned his Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from Indiana University (with an emphasis in Learning, Cognition and Instruction).

On the this episode of the Participate podcast, we will talk to the amazing team at The Brazilian Creative Learning Network (BCLN), supported by Lemann Foundation. They have extensive experience transforming public schools in Brazil, and are now partnering with LEGO Foundation to bring playful learning to school systems in Brazil through the Creative Schools Program.LINK TO BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE TRANSCRIPTIONLINK TO ENGLISH TRANSCRIPTION

Sesame Street has been entertaining children around the world for generations. First launched in 1969, the show was an experiment to see if television – then just an emerging technology – could be used to educate young children. Today, this unique style of education and social messaging continues to be delivered by a diverse cast of muppets – and humans – to children and caregivers across seven continents in more than a dozen different languages.In this episode of The Impact Room, we take a detailed look at Ahlan Simsim, a new Arabic language version of the show, which has been designed specifically to target Middle Eastern children affected by war and displacement, and its sister programme supporting Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. Ahlan Simim uses music and humour to tackle emotional issues and provide youngsters (and their caregivers) tools for dealing with feelings of fear and anxiety. It mixes media outputs, training sessions, and school materials to also deliver basic literacy and numeracy learning for children who may be locked out of formal education.Sesame Workshop received more than $100m of grant funding from the MacArthur Foundation for the project it is doing in partnership with International Rescue Committee (IRC). A year later, The Lego Foundation gave Sesame Workshop another $100m to support its work with BRAC and their programming for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. Together, these two grants are the largest ever philanthropic intervention into early years education in a humanitarian setting.To discuss Ahlan Simsim, our host Maysa Jalbout, is joined by Shari Rosenfeld, senior vice president of International Social Impact at Sesame Workshop, and Marianne Stone, Ahlan Simim regional project director for IRC.She also speaks to Professor Hiro Yoshikawa, a community and development psychologist specialising in early childhood and the co-founder of Global TIES, a research centre at New York University, which is carrying out an Impact evaluation of Ahlan Simsim.“The vision here is to really to develop a new set of models in this somewhat brand-new field of early childhood development in the humanitarian sector, which has been largely overlooked for a very long time," he explains.Many of the topics explored as well as materials used in Ahlan Simsim are applicable to other conflict and displacement settings. Indeed, some of the content is already being adapted for other countries.In Iraq, for example, the US government's overseas development agency, USAID, has provided additional funding to create some Iraq-specific Ahlan Simsim materials. And, just as we were putting this podcast episode together, Sesame workshop confirmed that work was also underway to create a new suite of resources in Dari, Pashto, Spanish, Ukrainian, and English - with additional languages to follow - to support young children and caregivers affected by crisis.For more about Ahlan Simsim and the work of Sesame Workshop in the Middle East visit their website or the IRC website.The Impact Room is brought to you by Philanthropy Age and Maysa Jalbout. This episode was produced and edited by Louise Redvers.

Dr. Bo Stjerne Thomsen is Vice-President, Chair of Learning Through Play, and member of the Leadership Team at the LEGO Foundation. As Chair and senior expert on how children and adults learn through play, he provides consultation at a bilateral, regional and multilateral level to international partners and leaders. He represents the LEGO Foundation and the LEGO Brand Group at international forums, and advises leadership teams across the LEGO entities, to attain the overall LEGO Brand Vision of becoming a global force for Learning Through Play. Over the years, Bo lead the international research agenda and organizational expertise on children's development, play and learning for the LEGO Foundation and supporting the LEGO Group. In his previous roles as Director of the LEGO Learning Institute, Head of the Centre for Creativity, Play and Learning, and Global Head of Research, he built more than 15 international research partnerships and supported the implementation of evidence into projects across 20+ countries, to raise awareness around the role and impact of play on creativity and lifelong learning. Bo Stjerne has published widely on Creativity, Play and Learning, most recently on the integrated role of technologies in everyday life, and the systems change needed in schools and education to achieve equitable outcomes with learning through play. He is a frequent contributor and advisor to international forums like OECD, WISE, UNGA and WEF, and provides research directions for projects worldwide, to bring attention to the quality of childhood and the power of learning through play. He holds a master's degree in design, architecture and engineering, and a PhD on performative technologies and learning environments. He has been a visiting scholar at the MIT Media Lab in Boston, studied research management and leadership at Copenhagen Business School and IMD in Switzerland, and an advisor to various international research organizations including the Torrance Centre for Creativity, the University of Cambridge PEDAL Research Centre, WISE, OECD, Design for Play in Denmark, World Innovation Summit for Education, and the Lifelong Learning Lab at Tsinghua University. You can follow him on Twitter: @BoStjerne

In this episode, I speak with Bo Stjerne Thomsen, Chair of Learning through Play, Vice-President at The LEGO Foundation. Bo Stjerne advises executive leadership on how children and adults learn through play. He is a spokesperson representing the LEGO Foundation and the LEGO Brand Group internationally and advises leadership teams across the LEGO entities, in order to attain the overall LEGO Brand Vision of Learning through Play. Bo Stjerne has published widely on Creativity, Play and Learning and, he has been a visiting scholar at the MIT Media Lab, and an advisor to various international research organizations, including the University of Cambridge PEDAL Research Centre, the Torrance Centre for Creativity, Design for Play in Denmark and the Lifelong Learning Lab at Tsinghua University. We discuss: How learning and play operate dynamically through embodied and social experiences; How the Metaverse will continue to blend virtual and physical worlds of play; How connections toward deeper learning often begin in the natural world. Check out our website https://coconut-thinking.design, where you'll find our articles, podcasts, conference presentations, resources, and more. You can also find our articles and many wonderful writers and thinkers on Intrepid Ed News: http://www.intrepidednews.com (www.intrepidednews.com).

Bo Stjerne Thomsen is the Vice-President and Chair of Learning through Play in the LEGO Foundation. Bo has published widely on Creativity, Play and Learning, most recently on the role of play for children's learning in schools, and presented the work to international organizations, forums, policy and practice.  Twitter LinkedIn I hope that you get as much out of this discussion as I did.  The Art of Teaching Podcast resources:  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/ New Teacher Resources:  Website: https://imanewteacher.com/ Twitter: @Imanewteacher Instagram: @Imanewteacher

On episode 3, JP and Matt interview John Goodwin (then-CEO, LEGO Foundation) and Kevin Frey (just-departed-CEO, Right to Play) about the relationships between brands, foundations, and social impact organizations.  They share insights on: how a company can effectively deliver social impact, tied to its business purpose, by supporting all elements of that ecosystem; how NGOs need to think strategically about their partnerships with brands and foundations; and how to build a brand idea -- in this case on "the impact of play" -- through educating all the stakeholders (governments, companies, and people) that must work together to drive lasting social change.

Every year 25% of our profits go to the LEGO Foundation to be reinvested in activities that allow us to impact more children with Learning-through-Play. In this episode, we find out what the LEGO Foundation does to help autistic children build social communication skills, develop friendships and improve wellbeing – all with the use of Learning-through-Play and LEGO® bricks.

Closing the best season in the history of the Social Change Career podcast is Ryan Gawn, an award-winning advocacy and strategic communications specialist. Ryan has advised Heads of State and two United Nations Secretary-Generals as well as designed and led campaigns across the globe in corporate, diplomatic and non-profit roles.    In Episode 19 of Season 6, Ryan shares 9 tips to help you succeed as an impact professional. He also discussed his path to becoming a Director with The LEGO Foundation, how he co-founded the international public affairs consultancy Stratagem International. From the importance of networking, to being involved, to how to succeed as a consultant, this is a must-listen episode.    Ryan is a Rotary World Peace Fellow, Chatham House expert (former Council Member), Deployable Civilian Expert for the UK's Stabilisation Unit, and advisor to the British Council.    To hear the episode click here. Check out previous seasons & episodes of our Award-Winning Social Change Career Podcast.   *Episode recorded on May 12, 2020   Key Links: Follow Ryan on Twitter   The LEGO Foundation Website  Play tips from the LEGO Foundation Job Opportunity - Join Ryan and the LEGO Foundation team Related topics Have you seen the new PCDN.global  We love changemakers and our mission is to support your journey to change the world while making a living. PCDN Coaching Services. We love to help you because of your commitment to change. Helping the world is a tough business.  So let us help you so you continue your mission. Book a 15 minute free consult.   Need career advice? Need it now? Join PCDN Career Helping Line. Go ask your questions, help answer others and participate in fruitful discussion to advance your social change career.   Almost 20k individuals and organizations already receive this amazing resource to keep them up to date and ready to put their passion into action. Subscribe to new and improved Daily or Weekly Newsletter   This episode was brought to you thanks to the Rotary Peace Fellowship: Are you an existing or emerging peace leader looking to take your career to the next level? You might be eligible to receive full funding to pursue a MA or professional certificate in peace & conflict studies. Learn more about Rotary Peace Fellowships at www.rotary.org/peace-fellowships