Earlier this year, I published a Blog about parenting from a distance. Based on your reaction, I explored this topic deeper by interviewing Gene Harding. Gene Harding has multiple degrees from Indiana University, Northwestern University, Amer

Episode 11- Screen Free Play

May 1st, 2019 8m 55s

It is Screen Free Week! Let's talk about screen free play! What effects does screen time have on your kid? Why do we use screens? What can we do instead? In this 9 minute episode, we discover some simple facts and suggestions to help us start

Episode 10- Jillian Lakritz

Oct 3rd, 2018 24m 13s

Today I interview Jillian Lakritz, CEO and Founder of Yoee Baby. We talk about her product and about how to develop infants through play as soon as they are born. Find out more about Yoee Baby at http://www.yoeebaby.com/

Episode 9- Joyce Keelan

Aug 22nd, 2018 26m 50s

Creative Education was established in 1989 when Joyce Keelan, an engineer and mother of three, could not find appealing, educational toys for her children. She started the business by creating the Pic-A-Puppet Velcro puppet kit that went on to

Episode 8- Robert Sheets from Mukikim

Jul 26th, 2018 27m 38s

Today I traveled to Milwaukee to visit with Robert Sheets, National Sales Manager for Mukikim. Mukikim is a great toy manufacturer that has products across multiple toy categories. They have received multiple awards in the toy industry as we

Episode 7- Isabelle Richards

Jul 11th, 2018 43m 52s

Isabelle Richards holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She has also completed her Level I training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Her years of clinical experience have taken her from

Episode 6- Greg Waples of University Games

Jun 27th, 2018 24m 59s

Greg and I sit down and talk about board games! Greg is the Senior Vice President of Sales for University Games. He comes to the “gaming world” with a bit of a unique career path. He actually spent a lot of his time on the brand and marketin

Episode 5- Live From ASTRA 2018- Cassidy Smith from Hape

Jun 14th, 2018 14m 37s

Live from ASTRA Marketplace and Academywith Cassidy Smith of Hape! He will tell us all the amazing things Hape has to offer and why their toys are so special. I will also introduce you to a few store owners from across the US. Don't forget t

Episode 4- Daryl Mckay

May 30th, 2018 25m 52s

Daryl has been the president of Oyo Sports since 2013. Oyo Sports engages fans through licensed sports minifigures and building block field and play sets. The licenses they carry include MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA, Colleges and auto racing. OYO Sport

Episode 3 - Nira Berry

May 16th, 2018 20m 45s

Today, I talk to Nira Berry. Nira is a motivational speaker, happiness coach and founder of LaughingRx laughter wellness programs. We will discuss family happiness, laughing, and bringing joy to every day! You can find out more about Nira a

Episode 2- Kimberly Mosley

May 1st, 2018 12m 19s

In this episode, I chat with Kim Mosley, the President of the American Specialty Toy Retailers Association(ASTRA). We discuss trends in the toy industry and child development and where you can go to find amazing specialty toy stores across the