Honest conversations about play, childhood development, and raising resilient kids in a screen-dominated world
Each episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately - whether you're a parent, educator, or anyone who cares about childhood development.
Learn how outdoor play develops emotional strength and coping skills that last a lifetime
Practical strategies to balance technology with meaningful outdoor experiences
Discover how freedom and choice in play builds self-assured, independent children
Hear from leading educators, researchers, and play advocates from around the world
Dive into our conversations on play, childhood development, and creating resilient kids
Playground Designer, TEDx Speaker & Founder of Wearthy
Lukas has spent over a decade researching and designing play environments that help children develop resilience, creativity, and connection to nature. Through Play It Forward, he shares his insights and brings together the world's leading voices in early education and child development.
Each episode is designed to give you practical takeaways - whether you're a parent looking to support your child's development, or an educator seeking fresh approaches to play-based learning.
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Explore our conversations with leading voices in early education and child development
Feat. Jennifer McCarville
Jennifer McCarville, founder of Marvelously Made & Save Childhood Movement, shares how to protect joy in childhood through development-focused education.
Feat. Sally Haughey
Sally Haughey, founder of Wunderled Teaching, shares how curiosity, creativity, and strong relationships transform early childhood education through p...
Feat. Ant Morell
BOUNCE Inc. co-founder Ant Morell on making extreme sports accessible, intergenerational play, and creating joy through movement.
Feat. Sarah R Moore
Sarah R Moore from Dandelion Seeds shares how play heals trauma, builds connection, and why gentle parenting creates lasting relationships with childr...
Feat. Michelle Mitchell
Resilient Kids Conference founder Michelle Mitchell on navigating the tween years, giving children autonomy, and preparing for the teenage transition.
Feat. Maggie Dent
Maggie Dent discusses valuing children for who they are, supporting anxious children, and navigating the return to school.
Feat. Darcia Narvaez
Professor Darcia Narvaez explores the Evolved Nest, trauma pathways, and how we can create wellness-informed environments for children to thrive.
Feat. Joe Brumm (Creator of Bluey)
Award-winning Bluey creator Joe Brumm discusses playful parenting, capturing childhood moments, and the importance of unstructured play.
Feat. Kieran Brophy
Kieran Brophy from Play Australia reveals how the 1000 Play Streets campaign is transforming communities, breaking down barriers to outdoor play....
Feat. Tim Gill
How child-friendly urban design can give children back their freedom to roam, featuring the famous "shrinking horizons of childhood" research.
Feat. Dr. Vanessa LaPointe
Love-based vs fear-based parenting, the mental health crisis linked to decreased play, and how connection helps children thrive.
Feat. Steve Kanowski
How loose parts play and outdoor learning achieved 70% reduction in aggression and transformed oral language at a low socio-economic school.
Feat. Dr Claire Warden
Dr Claire Warden, founder of Scotland's first nature kindergarten, shares insights on children's rights, unobservable benefits of nature play, and childhood wellbeing.
Feat. Dr Kaylene Henderson
Child health specialist Dr Kaylene Henderson shares evidence-based parenting insights on building trust, managing meltdowns, and creating authentic connections with children.
Feat. Natalia Krysiak
Award-winning architect Natalia Krysiak discusses designing child-friendly neighbourhoods, play rangers, and creating playful cities for healthier chi...
Feat. Doug Tallamy
Doug Tallamy explains how to create a Homegrown National Park with native plants that support biodiversity and local wildlife.
Feat. Sarah Milligan-Toffler & Dr Robert Blaine
How cities are connecting children with nature through the Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights and equitable access initiatives.
Feat. Lenore Skenazy
Lenore Skenazy discusses Free Range Kids, the Let Grow Project, and helping children develop independence.
Feat. Hyahno Moser
Hyahno Moser shares his mission to make Logan the most playful city in the world, discussing neighbourhood play networks and children's right to play.
Feat. Brad Marshall (The Unplugged Psychologist)
Internet Addiction Clinic director Brad Marshall on how screens impact children's wellbeing, gaming addiction, and practical strategies for managing tech.
Feat. Michelle Mitchell
Michelle Mitchell, the teenage expert, shares practical insights on supporting tweens and teens, building resilience, and creating strong parent-child...
Feat. Maggie James
Music therapist Maggie James shares 18 years of insights on using music to bring dignity, peace and connection to dying children and their families.
Feat. Ellen Sandseter
Norwegian researcher Ellen Sandseter reveals her groundbreaking 6 categories of risky play and why children need risk for healthy development on Play ...
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