The PlayFull Podcast

Whether you’re ladling soup at a local shelter or attending a UN Peace Conference, those who devote their lives to the service of others are often exhausted and in need of a little break.

Welcome to the PlayFull Podcast, where host Kristine Michie and her guests bring fun to the serious work of changing the world.

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[Rewind] Play is Intrinsic & Essential | Dr. Stuart Brown, National Institute for Play

Join us as Dr. Stuart Brown, often hailed as the father of play, delves into the profound significance of play across human history and its pivotal role in shaping our world, with insights spanning from Aristotle to modern research and practical applications for today's changemakers.

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Amy Javaid: Unpacking Furniture Poverty – Why a Roof Overhead is Just the Start

In this week's episode of The PlayFull Podcast, we explore Amy Javaid's inspirational journey as CEO of A Wider Circle, where she leads a national movement to alleviate furniture poverty with innovative initiatives like hiding rubber ducks throughout their warehouse, infusing play, compassion, and dignity into the process to not only delight clients and staff but also to make a game out of filling empty homes with "donations with dignity".

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