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Latest Episodes
More Than a Kit: Medical Play, Multi-Tiered Support and Why Both Matter
Guest BioMary Jenner, is a nurse, healthcare innovator, and founder of The Butterfly Pig, a company dedicated to transforming children’s healthcare experiences through play-based education and trauma-informed tools. Her educat...
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Bringing Research Home: Monica Jones on Evidence-Informed Play Resources
Episode DescriptionWhat happens when a research analyst with expertise in paediatric immunology turns their attention to creating developmentally sensitive resources for families? In this conversation, Dr Kate sits down ...
The Car That Takes a Detour: How Tiny Surprises Transform Ordinary Play
What if science could demonstrate that authentic connection between parent and child creates literal brain synchronization? In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Kate Renshaw welcomes Dr. Ezgi Kayhan Wagner founder of Mumbi, neuroscientist and ...
From Sandboxes to Sustainability: Children's Play-Based Wisdom
Dr Kate Renshaw 'aka' Dr Play in conversation with guest, Rachel Parker on the topic of the relationship between global citizenship and play.Rachel Parker is the Founder of Global Play Lab and Voice of the Child Foundation Lead at Murdoc...
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From Wilderness to Windowsill: Harnessing Nature's Therapeutic Powers Anywhere
What if the most powerful therapeutic tool for children isn't found in any clinic, but right outside your door? In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of nature-based play therapy with insights from groundbreaking Australian research...
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