In an era where screens dominate and children’s outdoor adventures are dwindling, “Get Kids to Play” seeks to reignite the joy of unstructured play that once defined childhood. Reflecting on a time when scraped knees and muddy clothes were badges of honor, hosts Vijay and Saumil delve into the pressing challenges modern parents face in balancing academics, technology, and free play. Building upon their acclaimed book, “Get Kids to Play!”, this podcast offers insightful discussions, expert interviews, and practical solutions to help families rediscover the magic of outdoor play. Join us each week as we champion a movement to reconnect children with sport, foster creativity and play, and promote holistic development for a brighter, healthier future.
What does it take to turn nearly three decades of building one organization from the ground up into a global campaign that gets entire continents moving? Join Vijay and Parminder on the Get Kids to Play podcast as Mogens Kirkeby, President of the International Sport and Culture Association since 2007, opens up about his own barefoot beginnings in grassroots sport, the "myth" behind why elite medals don't create mass participation, and what it takes — from the Now We Move campaign to the Afgh...
28 Jul 2026
Play First, Medals Later
What does it take to turn a childhood spent running barefoot around a stadium track into a lifelong mission for grassroots sport? Join Vijay and Saumil on the Get Kids to Play podcast as Arjuna Award winner and former Olympic sprinter Ashwini Nachappa opens up about her early days in Bangalore athletics, the golden era of school sport, and what it takes — from Khelo India to a marathon in Coorg — to keep rural India's talent from slipping through the cracks. 0:00 – Introduction 1:10 –...
29 May 2026
A Global Brand Meets Play
What does it really take for a brand to belong to a sport — not just sponsor it? And what happens when a global tech giant quietly decides that the future of Indian sport is worth betting on? Join Vijay and Saumil on the Get Kids to Play podcast as Infosys CMO Sumit Virmani unpacks how Infosys built one of sport's most purposeful brand stories, why grassroots can't survive on glamour alone, and what it genuinely takes to nurture a champion in a country still learning to invest in its athlete...
31 Mar 2026
Why The World Needs Play
What if the greatest lessons in life were never taught in a classroom? Join Vijay and Saumil on the Get Kids to Play podcast as Hall of Famer and Stanford psychologist Dr. George Selleck and award-winning author Dr. Alan Gregerman make the case for a world where every child gets to play, grow, and discover who they truly are — and why adults might be the ones standing in the way. 0:00 - Introduction 1:45 - Reimagining sport: The idea and why now 2:07 - The Thomas More quote that started it ...
12 Feb 2026
Get Kids To Swim
What if a childhood fear of water could transform into an Olympic dream? Join Vijay and Saumil on the Get Kids to Play podcast as they dive deep with Nisha Millet, India's first woman swimmer to qualify for the Olympics. From nearly drowning at age five to standing poolside in Sydney at eighteen, Nisha shares how patience, play, and parental support turned hydrophobia into a lifelong love affair with water. Now training everyone from toddlers to senior citizens, she's proof that the right ap...
8 Jan 2026
No School, No Football
Ashok Rathod of Oscar Foundation discusses his "No School, No Football" campaign with Vijay and Parminder, detailing how it uses sports to transform the lives of children in low-income communities; this is an interview.
4 Dec 2025
Plaeto - Enabling young Indian Feet to Play
Ravi Kallayil discusses his transition from Nike to founding Plaeto, aiming to revolutionize children's footwear in India and make play more accessible, joyful, and purposeful in this interview.
13 Nov 2025
CSR - The Gamechanger at the Grassroots
Nikhil Pant discusses how India's CSR mandate can revolutionize grassroots sports by channeling corporate funding into youth programs across schools and communities in an interview with Vijay and Parminder.
29 Oct 2025
Why Winning Isn't Everything
Sports psychologist Dr. George Selleck discusses the importance of focusing on the journey and joy of youth sports rather than solely on winning in an interview with Vijay and Saumil.
8 Oct 2025
HOW CAN POLICY GET KIDS TO PLAY
Nandan Kamath discusses how sports policy can encourage children to be more active, sharing insights on reconnecting excellence with participation in India in an interview with Vijay and Saumil.
17 Sept 2025
From South Africa to USA: Get Kids To Play
Professor Michael Goldman discusses his journey from South Africa to the USA, examining global challenges and the pros and cons of junior sports competition in this interview with Vijay and Saumil.
3 Sept 2025
Can an Olympic dream inspire kids to play
Host Vijay and Saumil interview GoSports Foundation CEO Deepthi Bopaiah about how Olympic dreams inspire children to play sports.
20 Aug 2025
Get Kids to Play in B-School
Host Vijay and Saumil interview IIM Bangalore's Prof. Sourav Mukherji, a marathoner and Dean, about integrating sports into education for student well-being.
30 Jul 2025
Sportstar : 47 years of inspiring kids to play
Ayon Sengupta, Editor of Sportstar/The Hindu, discusses with Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar how sports media inspires the next generation of athletes in this interview.
15 Jul 2025
How To Balance Sports And Academics.
Professor Mahesh Panchagnula discusses balancing sports and academics, highlighting IIT Madras's approach to fostering excellence in both areas in an interview with Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar.
10 Jun 2025
Inspire Kids To Play For Life
Pullela Gopichand discusses his journey transforming Indian badminton into a global powerhouse, inspiring kids to pursue their sporting dreams in this interview with Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar.
21 May 2025
How To Inspire Girls To Play?
What if this one story could inspire you to help more girls chase their dreams in sports? Join Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar on the Get Kids to Play podcast as they sit down with Aditi Mutatkar, the Programme Head of Athlete and Women Initiatives at Simply Sport Foundation. Aditi opens up about her incredible journey from being an international badminton player to leading programs that help more women step onto the sports field. In this lively conversation, Aditi shares the ups an...
23 Apr 2025
How To Get Better Spaces For Play
In the latest episode of the Get Kids to Play podcast hosted by Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar, the guest is, Anil Kumar—Founder-MD of Great SportsTech. Anil shares his groundbreaking journey of revolutionizing sports infrastructure. What began as a passion for sports has now become a pioneering force that champions innovation, quality, and community engagement. In this inspiring story, Anil opens up about the need for cutting-edge sports facilities that empower athletes and foster c...
27 Mar 2025
Get Girls To Play
In the latest episode of the Get Kids to Play podcast, Swetha Subbiah—Nike coach, performance trainer, and co-founder of Sisters in Sweat—joins the conversation to share her powerful journey of building a community that empowers women through sport and movement. What began as a casual group of women coming together to play football has now become a transformative wellness collective that champions fitness, mental health, and connection. In this deeply inspiring episode, Shwetha opens up...
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