The Playful Lens
Episodes
Time to Reflect: Some of Helena & Gillian's Key Takeaways from Season 1
22 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Deep Learning: The State of Play in Our Nervous System with Dr. Lori Desautels
15 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Play: The Gateway To Success with Anne Marie Coffey
08 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Play, Learning and Teaching in a Redeveloped Curriculum with Prof Emer Ring and Dr Lisha O'Sullivan
01 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Reimagining Success: Creativity, Curiosity & Process Art with Stephanie Seidler from We Skoolhouse
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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What Are Playful Pedagogies? with Fiona Kirkland from Play Scotland
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Creative Magic of Loose Parts Play with Rooted in Play
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Embracing Diversity in Play with Amy Collins
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Why Play Matters at Every Age: The Legacy of Dr. Stuart Brown with Mia & Lauren Sundstrom
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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How Rhythmic Movement Can Enhance Learning and Reduce Anxiety in Children with Dr. Rebecca Quinn
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Cultivating a School Culture of Play: A Principal’s Perspective
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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From Playgrounds to Smartphones: Navigating Parenting and Childhood in Modern Times
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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How Play and Trust Build Breakthrough Moments with Angela Cummins
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Changing Nature of Play with Tracy McElheron
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Getting Back to Basics with Edel Lawlor
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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What Would Happen If Play Disappeared From Primary Schools?
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨The episode is an invitation to imagine the impa...
Unlocking the Therapeutic Powers of Play with Siobhán Prendiville
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Pockets of Playfulness for Adults with Dr. Joanna Fortune
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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What Would Happen If Play Disappeared From Primary Schools?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where ...
Unlocking The Therapeutic Powers of Play with Siobhán Prendiville
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Darker Side of Play: Let’s Talk About Meanness, Aggression and Emotional Growth
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Darker Side of Play: Let’s Talk About Meanness, Aggression, and Emotional Growth
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Playful Lens, Regina Igoe, a child and adolescent psychotherapist, discusses the significance of play therapy and psychoeducati...
How Play and Trust Build Breakthrough Moments with Angela Cummina
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where ...
Navigating Play in A Redeveloped Curriculum: A Primary Inspector's Perspective
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Navigating Play in A Redeveloped Curriculum: A Primary Inspector's Perspective
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Healing Through Play-A Closer Look at the Work of a Play Therapist
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Healing Through Play-A Closer Look at the Work of a Play Therapist
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Healing Through Play-A Closer Look at the Work of a Play Therapist
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Changing Nature of Play with Tracy McElheron
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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The Value of Sensory Play with Debbie Cullinane
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨In this episode of The Playful Lens, Debbie Cull...
Healing Through Play: What is Play Therapy all about?
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨In this episode, Helena discusses her journey to...
Finding the Star in Every Child: A Playful Approach to Education with Bernie Smyth
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Episode 9-Anchoring Play, Key Insights from The Playful Lens
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Transforming Childhood through Outdoor Play with Kate Maher
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Taking Time to Slow Down with Dr. Clara Fiorentini
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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From Worksheets to Wellbeing and Wonder: Q&A with Gillian and Helena
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Play-Based Learning and Parental Involvement with Michelle Mannix
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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A Playful State of Mind: Unlocking the Joy in Everyday Life with Dr. Joanna Fortune
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Learning Through Laughter and Play with Tina McLaughlin
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Play in the New Curriculum: A Game Changer with Dr. Jacqueline Fallon
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Our Play Journeys
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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The Playful Lens trailer
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where ...