“Once Upon a Playtime” is a podcast made for parents and kids, about the serious value of playing around. Each episode features a well-known personality or celebrity who shares how a toy or play experience from their childhood shaped them. A hybrid between Dr. Seuss' whimsical, narrator-driven storytelling and Pixar's "movies for kids with messages for grown-ups", this podcast presents a rare joint listening opportunity for parents and their kids. Produced by FRQNCY Media and made possible by a generous grant from The Toy Foundation.
Once Upon a Playtime
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Podcast Overview
“Once Upon a Playtime” is a podcast made for parents and kids, about the serious value of playing around. Each episode features a well-known personality or celebrity who shares how a toy or play experience from their childhood shaped them. A hybrid between Dr. Seuss' whimsical, narrator-driven storytelling and Pixar's "movies for kids with messages for grown-ups", this podcast presents a rare joint listening opportunity for parents and their kids. Produced by FRQNCY Media and made possible by a generous grant from The Toy Foundation.
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12/1/2021
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Recent Episodes
February 16, 2022
“Simon Says…Go Play!” with Simon Sinek
Everybody loves a good game of “Simon Says”. Simon says…do a silly dance! Simon says…spin in a circle as fast as you can! Listen to this episode! Oops – I didn’t say, “Simon says.” However, you should listen to this episode anyway. In the season finale of “Once Upon a Playtime,” we’ll learn how author and motivational speaker Simon Sinek embraced his nerdiness, the difference between supporting play and encouraging play, and how playing make-believe helps kids learn problem-solving skills. You can follow today’s guest on Instagram here and find out more at www.simonsinek.com.
February 2, 2022
“The Dancer Who Loved Long Division,” with Stephanie Klemons
Some people may think that the sciences and arts are diametrically opposed foes…but not Hamilton’s associate choreographer Stephanie Klemons! As a child, Stephanie’s favorite ways to play were dance and math games, and both shaped the rest of her life. In this episode of “Once Upon A Playtime,” we’ll learn how math and science helped Stephanie become a star dancer on Broadway, why physical movement helps kids and grown-ups feel good, and the role of play in helping us find our passions. You can follow today’s guest on Instagram here and find out more at www.stephanieklemons.com.
January 19, 2022
“The Busy Bee Who Learned to Slow Down,” with Danielle Prescod
Busy bees like to do lots of things. They explore new places, try new activities, and learn all that they can! But what happens when a busy bee becomes too busy? Well, you teach yourself to stop and smell the flowers! In this episode of “Once Upon A Playtime,” we’ll learn how writer and entrepreneur Danielle Prescod discovered the value of slowing down, why it is important to balance scheduled activities with unstructured playtime, and how board games can help kids develop resilience.
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