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Innovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Ahren Hoffman, Young Inventor Challenge Director, People of PlayInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Ahren Hoffman, Young Inventor Challenge Director, People of Play at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024.The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to maj...2024-11-2006 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Gideon Koffman, inventor of Skirmish-Battle-War and his dad David KoffmanInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Gideon Koffman, inventor of Skirmish-Battle-War and his dad David Koffman at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventi...2024-11-2004 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Emily Kowalski, 3rd grade TeacherInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Emily Kowalski, 3rd grade Teacher of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to major toy and game companies, industr...2024-11-2003 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Brody McMillan and Rhett Arcara, inventors of Delicious BattlesInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Brody McMillan and Rhett Arcara, inventors of Delicious Battles at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024.The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to maj...2024-11-2005 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Lia McMillan, Bowling Green State University student, 2019 National Invention Convention winner and YIC judgeInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Lia McMillan, Bowling Green State University student, 2019 National Invention Convention winner and YIC judge at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process. The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitc...2024-11-2008 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Genna Rosenberg, CEO of GennComm and YIC judgeWelcoming Genna Rosenberg, CEO of GennComm and YIC judgeInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Genna Rosenberg, CEO of GennComm and YIC judge at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process. The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides...2024-11-2008 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Greg Ahearn, President of The Toy Association and YIC judgeInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Greg Ahearn, President of The Toy Association and YIC judge at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventi...2024-11-2006 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Nancy Zwiers, Executive Coach & Mentor with Funosophy and YIC judgeInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Nancy Zwiers, Executive Coach & Mentor with Funosophy and YIC judge at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventi...2024-11-2007 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Joseph Durham and Drake Muehlhauser, inventors of The Trail of the Eternal MoonInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Joseph Durham and Drake Muehlhauser, inventors of The Trail of the Eternal Moon at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024.The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitc...2024-11-2006 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Cohnor Patrick Kinzer, inventor of DemocracyInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Cohnor Patrick Kinzer, inventor of Democracy at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to major toy and gam...2024-11-2002 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Robert Yusim, President of Product Counsel and longtime judge of the YICInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Robert Yusim, President of Product Counsel and longtime judge of the YIC at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their o...2024-11-2004 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Tony Serebriany, President of Inventor Relations for The Op Games, longtime judge and sponsor of the YICInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Tony Serebriany, President of Inventor Relations for The Op Games, longtime judge and sponsor of the YIC at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18...2024-11-2008 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Motilola Olukeye inventor of Oddball IslandInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Motilola Olukeye, inventor of Oddball Island at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process. The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to major toy and game...2024-11-2002 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Madison Britt, inventor of Stripe It Down: Orange Tiger vs. White TigerInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Madison Britt, inventor of Stripe It Down: Orange Tiger vs. White Tiger at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024. The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their o...2024-11-2003 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesWelcoming Joshua Wiegmann Jr., inventor of Murderous PenguinsInnovation World Young Collaborators Podcast Series was honored to interview Joshua Wiegmann Jr., inventor of Murderous Penguins at People of Play’s Young Inventor Challenge on November 9, 2024.The mission of the Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.The annual Young Inventor Challenge® provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to 18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to major toy...2024-11-2003 min
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#246: How AI is Making Toy Innovation and Pitching Easier Than Ever Before with Azhelle WadeAre you skeptical about integrating AI into your toy business?In this episode of Making It In The Toy Industry, host Azhelle Wade, also known as The Toy Coach, shares her AI expertise from this year's People of Play Innovation Conference and ChiTAG - Toy and Game Fair in Chicago, where she presented her talk on 'How AI is Making Toy Innovation and Pitching Easier Than Ever Before.' You’ll see firsthand how AI can significantly 10x your toy development process with a custom GPT solution. Azhelle talked about identifying bottlenecks, researching AI tools, and...2024-11-2037 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastInspiring Kids to Explore the World Through ReadingThe Chicago Toys And Game Fair is happeing this weekend! Visit www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ to save big on tickets! If you're looking for a children's book that will spark your kid's imagination and love of reading, you'll want to check out "American Stonehenge: The Adventures of Jimmy and Andrew" by Mike Goldstein. In this delightful interview, Goldstein shares the inspiration behind his new fantasy series and how he's making history and geography fun for young readers. Goldstein explains that the book follows a young boy named Jimmy and his 3,000-year-old...2024-11-0855 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastTaming the Amygdala and Sparking ImaginationJoin the Reading With Your Kids Podcast at this year's most exciting family event - The Chicago Toy & Game Fair! November 9 & 10. Visit www.chitag.com and use the promo code READ to save big on tickets! In this episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast, host Jed Doherty had engaging conversations with two guests who are making a big impact in children's literature. First, Jed spoke with Dr. Anna Housley Juster about her new picture book "How to Train Your Amygdala." As the former Sesame Street Content Director, Anna has a deep understanding of how t...2024-11-0755 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastThe Daggers Of IreLooking For A Family Event You and Your Kids Will Love? Be sure to join the Reading With Your Kids Podcast at the 2024 Chicago Toy & Game Fair, Nov. 9 & 10! Please visit www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ to save on tickets! If you're a fan of middle-grade fantasy with a unique cultural twist, you'll love chatting with author JC Cervantes about her latest book, "The Daggers of Ire." JC is no stranger to the "Reading with Your Kids" podcast, and it was a delight to have her back on the show to dive into the...2024-10-3155 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastBridging Cultures, One Book at a TimeJoin the Reading With Your Kids Podcast at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair, November 9 & 10. Go to www.ChiTag.com and use the pormo code READ to save on tickets! In this delightful episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty chats with the dynamic duo behind Bitty Boa - Lulu Cheng and Lacey Benard. These former elementary school teachers have embarked on a fascinating journey, creating Chinese bilingual books and toys that celebrate culture and language. Lulu and Lacey share the unexpected origins of Bitty Boa, which started with a late-night text about a "no-time...2024-10-2955 min
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#241: What This Bold Merger Means for the People of Play Innovation Conference with Greg Ahearn and Mary CouzinCurious about what happens when major toy industry players team up?In this episode of Making It In The Toy Industry, host Azhelle Wade cracks open the toy box on the epic merger between The Toy Association and People of Play. You’ll hear straight from the toy legends — Mary Couzin and Greg Ahearn—as they give us backstage passes on their big plans for events like POP Week and ChiTAG, and how this merger is shaking things up for the toy industry. The guests shared what sparked this merger and the opportunities that await toy creators, invent...2024-10-1639 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastUnplugging From Screens, Plugging Into KindnessBe sure to join Reading With Your Kids at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair, November 9 & 10. Visit www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ to save big on tickets! Hey there, fellow podcast fans! Jed Doherty is back with another exciting episode of Reading With Your Kids, and this one's got something special in store. Jed kicks things off by inviting his incredibly talented intern Ruiling Tang to co-host an interview with the one & only Sue Atkins. Sue is a contributor to the BBC and the host of the "Navigating the Digital Jungle" podcast, which t...2024-10-1555 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastFostering Belonging & ConfidenceLooking for a fun family activity? Be sure to check out the Chicago Toy & Game Fair, November 9 & 10! Save on tickets by visiting www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ! In this episode of Reading With Your Kids Jedlie welcomed children's author Kim Larson to chat about her early reader book, "Goats Boat Won't Float." Kim explained the key differences between picture books and early readers - picture books have more complex vocabulary, while early readers focus on simple, engaging stories that new readers can tackle on their own. Kim shared the inspiration behind her h...2024-10-1355 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastGraphic Novels, Seaweed Soup & the Power of Shared ExperiencesLooking For A Fun Family Activity? Join the Reading With Your Kids Podcast at the 2024 Chicago Toy & Game Fair! Please visit www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ to save on tickets. If you're a parent looking to ignite a passion for reading in your kids, this episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast is a must-listen! Host Jed Doherty sits down with two talented creators who are using the power of storytelling to celebrate diverse cultures and inspire young minds. First up, Jed chats with Brian Anderson, the author and illustrator behind...2024-10-0856 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastFostering Literacy, Inclusion and a Love of LearningJoin the Reading With Your Kids Podcast at the 2024 Chicagor Toy & Game Fair! Super fun family event. Visit www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ at check out to save on tickets. If you're looking for some inspiring stories about the importance of reading, representation, and getting kids involved in diverse activities, you'll love this episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast. Host Jed Doherty sits down with two amazing guests - Dr. Trude Haecker, the chairperson of the board for Reach Out and Read, and Nia, the author, creator of the "Exploring A...2024-10-0655 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastEmpowering Female Voices in Scripture & MovementReading With Your Kids Is Coming To The 2024 Chicago Toy & Game Fair - use the promo code READ at www.Chitag.com to save on tickets On this episode of Reading With Your Kids Jed Doherty has a great chat with the author and illustrator of the new book "The Book of Belonging: Bible Stories for Kind and Contemplative Kids." Mariko Clark and Rachel Eleanor shared how they created this special collection of Bible stories that highlight the courage and stories of the amazing women in Scripture. They wanted to provide a resource that would inspire young...2024-10-0455 min
Got Invention ShowCalling all Kids! Enter the Young Inventor ChallengeThis episode of Got Invention Show features the amazing winners of the 2023 Young Inventor Challenge! Meet Carol Pack and her game Catastrophe of Hairballs (Junior Best Game), Keegan Frank and his board game Endless (Senior Best Game), and Shae Curran and her game Zombie Zania (Junior Most Authentic), as they share their incredible game inventions and the journeys that brought them to victory.You'll see their games in action, learn about their creative processes, and get valuable advice for anyone who wants to invent their own game! Plus, get all the details about the upcoming 2024 Young Inventor Challenge – ha...2024-09-2532 min
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#196: Instant Insights Into The Toy Industry Uncovered at ChiTag Part 2 of 2Listen in as The Toy Coach conducts several mini interviews for a deep dive into the heart of toy innovation at CHITAG, part of the People of Play Week and Innovation Conference. Episode 196 offers a unique blend of playful interviews and insightful discussions with industry innovators.In this episode, we feature a dynamic duo, Michael and Melissa Giles, founders of Chiki Chaka, who reveal the secrets behind creating a game that's as simple as it is engaging, proving that the essence of play lies in joy, not complexity. They share their journey of starting a t...2023-11-2237 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#195: Instant Insights Into The Toy Industry Uncovered at ChiTag Part 1 of 2Are you passionate about toy design and eager to learn from the best in the toy industry? This episode of Making It In The Toy Industry takes you inside the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (ChiTag), a hub of innovation and creativity in the toy and game industry. Learn tips from show attendees who specialize in toy marketing, toy sales, and game innovation. Whether you're an aspiring toy inventor, a game design enthusiast, or simply fascinated by the world of toys, this episode includes 3 mini and action packed interviews.Listen in as Azhelle challenges her guests to...2023-11-1632 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#191: Game-Changing Connections for Toy Inventors at People of Play WeekAre you "toying" around with an idea for a toy or game that you want to license? Don’t miss the chance to pitch and playtest that idea in 2023 at POP Week. In this episode of Making It In The Toy Industry, Azhelle Wade aka The Toy Coach, highlights a beloved toy industry event that is designed to create opportunities for toy inventors and entrepreneurs like you. Act fast because registration for this once a year in-person event is STILL OPEN.Pop in your earbuds and listen as Azhelle explains what to expect from the 2023 People of Pl...2023-10-1824 min
Professor Game PodcastMatt Nuccio Brings Intergenerational Experience to Toys and Games | Episode 292Matt Nuccio is the president of Design Edge, Inc., a toy and game development company and licensing agency whose clients include Mattel, Hasbro, Spin Master and Fisher-Price to name only a few. For 4 years, Matt co-chaired the Toy Association (TA), on their associate panel, representing all designers and inventors within the toy industry. Currently, Matt sits on the board of directors of the United Inventors Association of America (UIA), a non-profit organization working to educate and advocate for all types of inventors. He also sits on the People of Play (POP) advisory board and Toy Association’s Creative Factor ad...2023-06-1233 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#157: In-Person Interviews with Entrepreneurs At Chicago Toy and Game Week [3 of 3]The Toy Coach Team ventured out to the windy city to set up a live podcast recording booth at Chicago Toy and Game Week, also known as CHITAG by Mary Couzin and People of Play. This annual, public toy and game fair is where toy and game brands connect with the consumers who love their products, debut new lines, and marketing activations.During this 2 day fair, I interviewed 10 toy and game creators during this fair to learn about their toy journeys and ask them to share any toy biz wisdom they’d gathered along the way. This is...2022-12-281h 00Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#156: In-Person Interviews with Entrepreneurs At Chicago Toy and Game Week [2 of 3]The Toy Coach Team ventured out to the windy city to set up a live podcast recording booth at Chicago Toy and Game Week, also known as CHITAG by Mary Couzin and People of Play. This annual, public toy and game fair is where toy and game brands connect with the consumers who love their products, debut new lines, and marketing activations.During this 2 day fair, I interviewed 10 toy and game creators during this fair to learn about their toy journeys and ask them to share any toy biz wisdom they’d gathered along the way. This is...2022-12-2140 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#155: In-Person Interviews with Entrepreneurs At Chicago Toy and Game Week [1 of 3]In December of 2022, The Toy Coach Team ventured out to the windy city to set up a live podcast recording booth at Chicago Toy and Game Week, also known as CHITAG by Mary Couzin and People of Play. This annual, public toy and game fair is where toy and game brands connect with the consumers who love their products, debut new lines, and marketing activations.During this 2 day fair, I interviewed 10 toy and game creators during this fair to learn about their toy journeys and ask them to share any toy biz wisdom they’d gathered along th...2022-12-141h 07Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#153: A Holiday Gift Guide Preview and What You Need To Get Featured In 2023For the first time ever, The Toy Coach is releasing a holiday gift guide featuring her top toy picks for the holiday season. The focus of today’s episode is to share a preview of this gift guide AND to educate you on what you need to get featured in any toy gift guide in 2023. This episode begins with a countdown of the top 12 toys you should gift this holiday and ends with a mini toy lesson on the top 5 things you MUST submit to publications if you want your product featured in Holiday Gift guides next year....2022-11-3031 min
Board Game TimesEpisode 14: People of Play CEO Mary Couzin on the upcoming Virtual POP Week and the Chicago Toy & Game FairMary Couzin, CEO and founder of People of Play and the Chicago Toy & Game Fair
In the 14th episode of Board Game Times, Clark talks to Mary Couzin, the CEO and founder of People of Play (POP) which hosts the annual Chicago Toy & Game Fair on Chicago’s Navy Pier. This year’s event is virtual and Mary fills Clark in about all the planned events — including scheduled times to pitch your invention to gaming executives! — and how you can participate.
Mary is a champion for the toy and gaming industries and People of Play exists to recogniz...2021-11-1044 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#98: The Virtual Toy And Game Pitch Event You Should Be Preparing ForIf you’ve ever had a toy idea or a game idea, it’s likely that you’ve wondered where you should go to get that incredibly groundbreaking idea in front of toy companies. Well, this week on The Toy Coach Podcast, we are going to learn about one of the biggest toy industry events for toy inventors and game inventors that you need to know about. The event, formerly Chitag, is currently called the People of Play Innovation Conference. The event is entirely virtual for the second year in a row which makes it extremely accessible no mat...2021-11-0323 min
Board Game BingeEp 128: Mary Couzin, Founder & CEO Chicago Toy & Game GroupAfter inventing, self-producing and licensing her own toys and games, Mary turned her passion for invention to help other inventors through DiscoverToysandGames.com, the world's largest co-op of toy and game inventors. In 2003, Mary launched the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG) with a plan to create the largest American celebration of play. In 2006 she introduced the Toy & Game Inventor's Conference to help new inventors connect with industry experts, and in 2008 the Toy & Game Innovator of the Year Awards (TAGIEs) to honor and celebrate toy and game innovators. Tracks for professional inventors, design students, social media and play in education ha...2021-10-2832 min
Hidden Role: The Brains Behind Your Favorite GamesMary Couzin founded People of Play!In this episode, we talk to Mary Couzin, president and founder of ChiTAG, recently rebranded as People of Play. Her stewardship of the Toy and Game fair has shaped the industry for two decades, helping inventors to connect to publishers and retailers. Learn the origins of ChiTAG, how she grew it into a vibrant trade show, and her advice for anyone entering the industry of play. You can find out more about People of Play at: https://www.peopleofplay.com/2021-07-0149 minInnovation World Podcast SeriesJazmine Darden shares People of PlayJazmine Darden shares People of Play (formally known as ChiTag), Young Inventors Challenge and the benefits to young innovators for their involvement in their programs. Young Inventor Challenge | United States | Chicago Toy & Game Week (chitag.com)Join Innovation World in Inspiring Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in K-12 and Beyond. www.innovationworld.org 2021-01-1433 min
The Toy Book Podcasts by Adventure Media & EventsPower Kid Podcast: People of Play's Mary Couzin Talks ChiTAG and BeyondIn the second of two special episodes of the "Power Kid Podcast" this week, host Phil Albritton of Power Kid Design speaks with Mary Couzin, founder of People of Play (POP), formerly known as the Chicago Toy & Game Group. Next week, POP will launch its annual weeklong toy industry event starting with the 2020 Toy and Game International Innovation Summit and culminating with a virtual edition of the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (ChiTAG).
On the show, Couzin discusses her backstory in the toy and game industries and explains how she's grown POP into the organization that it is...2020-11-1152 min
The Toy Book Podcasts by Adventure Media & EventsPower Kid Podcast: People of Play's Jazmine Darden on the Young Inventor ChallengeIn the first of two special episodes of the "Power Kid Podcast" this week, host Phil Albritton of Power Kid Design speaks with IAMEARHERO founder Jazmine Darden, newly minted program director for People of Play's (POP) 15th annual Young Inventor Challenge. POP, formerly known as the Chicago Toy & Game Group, will launch its annual Toy and Game International Innovation Summit and a virtual edition of the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (ChiTAG) next week.
On the show, 3D printing innovator and educator Darden discusses her backstory in the toy industry and her plans for evolving the Young Inventor...2020-11-1023 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#42: The Virtual Event That Toy Inventors Need Right NowIn today's episode, I will explain everything about THE event that is known for connecting inventors to pitch their toy ideas to large and small toy companies. People of Play, formerly known as CHITAG, is a weeklong toy fair for industry inventors, manufacturers, and it’s open to the public. With 2020 knocking out all hopes for an in-person fair this year, the CHITAG group, put together a massive innovation summit dubbed People of Play week. This event is designed to keep inventors and toy professionals up to date with the latest in the industry via daily virtual conferences, as we...2020-11-0425 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub44. Matt Nuccio, Toy Designer, Talks About Being Authentic In Your Career and Embracing Your IdentityMatt Nuccio is the President of Design Edge, Inc., a toy and game development company, and a licensing agency whose clients include Mattel, Hasbro, Spin Master, and Fisher-Price to name only a few. This week he joins me to discuss the evolution of his career within the toy industry. Our conversation includes a discussion about how to be authentic within your chosen industry and harness the value you bring to the table. For Matt, he is both a business owner and an idea guy. He brings amazing toy ideas to life and commercializes them on behalf of hug...2020-10-2051 min
Board Gaming with EducationEpisode 95- Young Inventor Challenge Gives Students Something to do at Home feat. Mary CouzinOn today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin interviews Mary Couzin, the CEO and founder of Chicago Toy and Game Week. Mary talks about her history starting the company and developing the conference which strives to be the Toy & Game Industry leader in promoting innovation, creativity, and connectivity throughout the world. She gives an overview of ChiTAG Week and explains select events, like PIE Con, a convention for focusing on play in education, and The Young Inventors Challenge, a contest held every year where young inventors compete and learn from industry leaders. Board Gaming with Education Up...2020-05-0433 min
The Toy Book Podcasts by Adventure Media & EventsPower Kid Podcast: Gray Matter Games' Joe BarronIn this week's episode of the "Power Kid Podcast," host Phil Albritton of Power Kid Design speaks with Joe Barron, founder of Gray Matter Games, a company dedicated to promoting community and fun while exercising the brain.
Barron has designed and published four games which are sold in more than 3000 stores across five countries. He was a 2019 Rising Star Innovator nominee for the Chicago Toy and Game Fair's (ChiTAG) Toy and Game Innovation Awards (TAGIEs) for The Game of Wolf, which was also a Mensa Mind Games finalist.
On the show, Albritton delves into Barron's o...2020-03-1019 min
The Toy Book Podcasts by Adventure Media & EventsPower Kid Podcast: Chicago Toy & Game Fair (ChiTAG 2019) Special EditionIn a special episode of the “Power Kid Podcast,” host Phil Albritton of Power Kid Design shares interviews recorded live at the 2019 Chicago Toy & Game Fair (ChiTAG). Phil says: "ChiTAG 2019 was a huge success and I am happy to bring you this episode recorded live at the show! You will hear many toy industry voices including select winners of the 12th annual Toy and Game Innovation (TAGIE) Awards and winners of The Young Inventors Challenge. Additionally, you will hear conversations with Robert Victor of Kite & Rocket; James Zahn, Senior Editor of the Toy Book, the Toy Insider, and the Pop Ins...2019-12-0639 min
LaughBoxEpisode 65: Let's Play a Game! With Mary Couzin"It is in games that many men discover their paradise."
- Robert Wilson Lynd
Here it is...our last episode of the season. I take the summer off so I can play a bit more, which is AWESOME because we're hitting a bit of that in this episode.
In this episode, I had the great pleasure to talk with Mary Couzin. Mary is a super cool person and has it going on. She invented (yes, invented) the Chicago Toy and Game Fair and is a game developer herself. We talk about her journey in t...2019-06-0635 min
Brainwaves - Board Game and Tabletop News ShowEpisode 19 - Stocking FillerWelcome to Brainwaves a fortnightly podcast bringing you the best in Boardgame and Tabletop Gaming News. In our final regular episode of the year the guys cover falling profits, surprising mergers, new and ancient games alongside a whole bunch of license based news.
Headlines
Cmon fall in profits
http://www.tabletopwire.com/cmon-reports-losses-stock-continues-slide/
Board & Dice and NSKN merge
https://www.facebook.com/boardanddice/
Big Potato Games make a vending machine
https://toyworldmag.co.uk/news/big-potato-reveals-board-game-vending-machine/
News
Print and Play Arcade2018-12-0932 min
Out of the Dust Board Games PodcastOut of the Dust Ep24 - ConcordiaIn Episode 24 of the Out of the Dust board game podcast, Bryce brings Concordia out of the dust, a contributor dusts off Roll for the Galaxy, Bryce reacts to the ridiculous ChiTAG awards, reviews both Scarabya and the obscure Triassic Terror, and reveals the #3 game on his Top 5 Food Games list.0:23 - Introduction1:40 - Out of the Dust: Concordia3:21 - Out off the Dust: Roll for the Galaxy4:42 - Reaction Segment: Don't Step In It!6:42 - What I Have Been Playing: Scrabya9:54 - Obscure Bryce Game: Triassic Terror11:54 - Top 5 Food Games: #32018-12-0414 min
Ranger Command Power HourRanger Command Power Hour Extra Episode #45: “Rangers Commentary – Listener’s Choice – Lightspeed Rescue: The Fate of Lightspeed, News and Eric in Japan!”Ranger Command Power Hour – Extra Episode 045 – “Rangers Commentary – Listener’s Choice – Lightspeed Rescue: The Fate of Lightspeed, News and Eric in Japan!”
It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!
In our next Rangers Commentary installment, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach watch one of the best Power Rangers’ finales of all time, Lightspeed Rescue’s “The Fate of Lightspeed”! What happens when the demons take control of the Aquabase and the...2018-11-242h 03
Contest of ChallengersThe Chicago "Put-That-Back-We’re-Not-Buying-That" FairRest in Peace, Stan. Recorded live from the show floor of ChiTaG, the Chicago Toy and Game Fair, the worst we have ever done at a convention. This one almost broke us.2018-11-191h 01
Contest of ChallengersDon’t Know What Ya Got Until Someone Else Buys ItThe level of engagement we feel defines Challengers. When trivial information becomes exceedingly useful. “+ Conversation” doesn’t apply to movie theories. Selling some 1978 Marshall Rogers Detective Comics for 99¢ we didn’t know we had. Store signage only works if people are willing to read signs. Or see them. Changes to our personal work schedules for the first time in years, and why. ChiTaG is one week away and we THINK we’re ready. Grant Morrison’s Green Lantern #1 came out this week. Lumberjanes Day is coming up! So is our Black Friday Sale a...2018-11-1254 min
Power Kid PodcastInvention and Licensing with Matt NuccioThe owner of Design Edge Matt Nuccio has toys in his blood. A 2nd generation toy guy, he grew up in the business and has massive experience at all levels of the industry. He is a member of the Creative Factor Advisory Board for the Toy Association and a member of the board for ChiTAG. I bring Matt to the mic today to discuss his efforts to more closely include designers, inventors and sales reps into the Toy Association. He has also worked closely with the United Inventors Association and we discuss current weaknesses of...2018-08-2100 min
The SpielThe Spiel #45 - Chicago Dogs and Duck HeadsHoliday hodge-podge. Reports and interviews from CHITAG (Chicago Toy and Game Fair) plus a review of Piratenbillard, a game where players use duck headed mallets to pop cannon balls across a wooden grid.2007-12-231h 33
The Spiel - MP3 VersionThe Spiel #45 - Chicago Dogs and Duck HeadsHoliday hodge-podge. Reports and interviews from CHITAG (Chicago Toy and Game Fair) plus a review of Piratenbillard, a game where players use duck headed mallets to pop cannon balls across a wooden grid.2007-12-231h 33