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.
Merle McGee: The Promise, Practice, and Purpose of Everyday Democracy
Join Kristine in a dynamic discussion with guest Merle McGee as they explore how we can cultivate everyday democracy through collaboration, well-being, and community engagement.
Gigi Pedraza: Why Georgia Matters
Join Kristine and Gigi Pedraza as they delve into harnessing political energy, Georgia's dynamic political landscape, and the personal journey that ignited Gigi's passion for democracy.
Edward Bice: Live a Life Worthy of Telling Stories
Join Kristine and Edward Bice as they explore the transformative power of play and connection in society's most crucial moments, how to handle the word "truth," and envision a future where communities reclaim control over their data to build a better world.
Becca Hartman-Pickerill: Hold Up a Mirror to America’s Beauty
Discover America's 'civic genius' as Becca Hartman-Pickerill shares how embracing our diverse faith traditions strengthens community bonds, with practical insights from Interfaith’s Faith in Elections Playbook to foster unity and civic engagement.
Bacilia Angel: Political Parties - Reaching Voters through Music, Fun & Games
Join Kristine and Bacilia Angel as they explore how to make voting an engaging and fun experience through music, food, and culturally significant activities, while empowering Latine artists to inspire democratic participation.
Josh Lerner: Democracy is a Verb - Participate and Make It Fun
Join Kristine and Josh Lerner as they explore the essence of democracy beyond elections, emphasizing the importance of everyday participation and community engagement, and the role of play in fostering active involvement, as discussed in Josh's book, "Making Democracy Fun."
D'Seanté Parks: 1000 MORE - A Platform of Possibilities
Discover how D'Seanté Parks, founder and CEO of 1000 MORE, uses her political insights and personal experiences to inspire civic engagement and challenge societal constructs, all while sharing the unique influence of Oreos and the importance of dreaming, reading, and traveling for transformative social change.
Live in Oxford, UK: PlayFull at Skoll World Forum (Part 2)
Join us for the concluding part of this special at the Marmalade Festival where Kristine explores the relationship between play and productivity with guests including Emma Belcher, Taddy Blecher, Shauna Carey, and Sharyanne McSwain, emphasizing the importance of incorporating play into work environments to unlock potential and foster innovation.
Live in Oxford, UK: PlayFull at Skoll World Forum (Part 1)
Join Kristine and her four incredible guests on stage at the Marmalade Festival, where they delve into the transformative power of play, the pursuit of purpose-driven work, and the essence of creativity intertwined with impactful leadership and global change.
Lisa Truong: Changing the Lives of Families Through Diapers
This Mother’s Day special features Lisa Truong, whose small act of donating diapers in 2009 evolved into Help A Mother Out, now a leading mom-focused agency in the U.S., advocating for systemic change to ensure every baby has access to a healthy supply of diapers.
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".
Carmela Castellano: Lessons in Changemaking from Folklórico Dancing
Embrace the joy of every stage of your journey, finding playfulness and meaning in retirement and beyond, as Carmela Castellano shares insights from her 30-year career and the lessons of Folklórico dancing on The PlayFull Podcast.
Jean Oelwang: Things Aren’t Just Bad. They’re Unacceptable. Here’s What Can be Done.
Embark on a journey with Jean Oelwang, CEO of Virgin Unite, as she reveals the transformative power of joy, play, and purpose in tackling the world's challenges alongside luminaries like Richard Branson and global icons.
Latanya Mapp: The Play & Pivots that Make Philanthropy Better
Discover how Latanya Mapp's blend of playfulness and purpose propels her as CEO of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, as she shares anecdotes of music, clarinet passion, and Play-Doh, demonstrating that play is a cornerstone of her impactful leadership journey.
Sam Lewis: Lessons in Leadership from Cell to C-Suite
Join us as we delve into the transformative power of play in the fight against mass incarceration with Sam Lewis, CEO of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition, highlighting the integral role of playfulness in reshaping policies and fostering resilience within diverse teams.
Serbio Uzcategui: Finding Beauty Everywhere
Experience the beauty and creativity of flowers with Serbio as he shares how he uses them to spark change in his community and beyond, in this captivating episode recorded on-site at Piropo Flowers in New York City, on The PlayFull Podcast.
Kathleen Enright: Playbook for Building Trust in Philanthropy
Discover Kathleen Enright's exceptional journey of serving those who serve, as she shares insights on trust-based philanthropy and the role of play in making impactful change possible, in this enlightening episode of The PlayFull Podcast.
Jess Feingold, Sandhya Nakhasi, and Jennifer Njuguna: Taking Up The Call to Help Change the World
Join Kristine, Jess, Jen, and Sandhya as they explore the power of a Co-CEO model, the importance of play in leadership, and the role of nonprofit intermediaries in shaping a more equitable economy.
Sarah Haacke Byrd: What Makes Women Such Good Givers
Join Kristine and Sarah in an inspiring conversation delving into the power of play in philanthropy, the crucial role of women in addressing global challenges, and how Women Moving Millions fosters a joyful, inclusive space for impactful change.
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