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Innovation 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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...2024-11-2038 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...2023-11-2238 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...2023-11-1633 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...2023-10-1825 min