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.

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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.

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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.

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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".

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James Thornton: A Sustainable Journey: How a B-Corp Travel Company is Making the World Smaller & Greener

Join us as James Thornton, CEO of Intrepid Travel, embodies his leadership style of "casual intensity," sharing how the world's largest B-Corp travel company is revolutionizing sustainable travel, discussing their authentic local experiences and minimized climate impact, along with insights on maintaining B-Corp certification, all while enjoying some delicious Ben & Jerry's ice cream, because doing good never tasted so sweet.

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