by Chris Tompkins
You're a parent or maybe you work with young people in your job - but either way, you have a desire to inspire the young people in your life. Hi, my name is Chris Tompkins, a 20 plus years veteran of youth development. Both on the front lines and leading the youth development organization, Muskoka Woods. I'm also a dad. Shaping Our World is a podcast that invites you into a conversation that will leave you more confident in inspiring and understanding the young people in your life.
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August 13, 2026
<p>Finding a summer job isn't easy this year. But that doesn't mean young people have to put their growth on hold.<br /> <br /> With one of the toughest summer job markets in years, many teens are missing out on opportunities to build confidence, responsibility and real-world skills.<br /> <br /> That's why we're revisiting one of our favourite conversations from the Shaping Our World archives.<br /> <br /> In this episode, Charles Roberts, CEO of LiveDifferent, shares why qualities like resilience, initiative, leadership and compassion aren't developed only through a paycheque. They're built whenever young people choose to serve others, step outside their comfort zones and make a difference in their communities. The original episode aired May 22, 2022.<br /> <br /> Whether your teen found a summer job, is still searching, or is feeling discouraged, this conversation offers practical encouragement and a reminder that growth can happen in many different ways.</p>
July 30, 2026
<p dir="ltr">How do we raise kids who can navigate anxiety, pressure, and an increasingly complex world with confidence? In this episode, Chris Tompkins sits down with licensed therapist, bestselling author, and parenting expert David Thomas to explore what today's kids need most. David shares practical strategies for building emotional resilience, helping children express their feelings, managing technology and comparison, and knowing when to seek extra support. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, educator, coach, or youth worker, this conversation is packed with encouraging, actionable insights to help the young people in your life grow into capable, confident adults.</p>
July 16, 2026
<p dir="ltr">In this episode of Shaping Our World, Chris Tompkins sits down with Juno-nominated musician, keynote speaker and facilitator, Peter Katz. Peter shares how music, storytelling, summer camp and meaningful relationships shaped his life and work with young people.<br /> <br /> Together, they explore why being seen, heard and valued matters so much, especially for youth navigating challenge, change and identity. Peter offers practical insight for parents and leaders on building trust, inviting better conversations and celebrating the moments that matter most. His stories remind us that small acts of encouragement can help young people grow in confidence, belonging and purpose.</p>
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You're a parent or maybe you work with young people in your job - but either way, you have a desire to inspire the young people in your life. Hi, my name is Chris Tompkins, a 20 plus years veteran of youth development. Both on the front lines and leading the youth development organization, Muskoka Woods. I'm also a dad.
Shaping Our World is a podcast that invites you into a conversation that will leave you more confident in inspiring and understanding the young people in your life.
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