Join The Fray

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Spark your child’s curiosity with Join the Fray, the podcast for kids that turns "I don't know" into "That's awesome!" Hosted by the inquisitively Canadian 9-year-old Fraser, each episode bridges the gap between childhood hobbies like acting, sports and gaming and the real-world professionals who turned those passions into amazing careers. Featuring a mix of expert interviews, rapid-fire quiz questions and hilarious jokes, it’s the perfect listen for the car ride to school. If your kid has big questions about science, the arts or the mysteries of the universe, it’s time to Join the Fray!

  1. 56m ago

    How to Make It in Acting, Singing & Voiceover with Ric Herbert

    Agent Fraser reporting in for a super special episode of Join the Fray! 🎙️✨In this episode, host Fraser sits down with a total mastermind of the entertainment world, who also happens to be his uncle - Ric Herbert! Ric is a veteran Australian actor, lead singer, performance coach and legendary voice artist who has spent over 18,000 hours behind the microphone bringing famous commercial and animated characters to life! In this episode, Ric breaks down:• 🎬 Landing a Role in King Kong: What it was like auditioning for Peter Jackson, traveling to "Wellywood" in New Zealand, and a hilarious story about Peter Jackson’s famous cartoon shirt. • 🎤 Singing at the Sydney Olympics: The incredible story behind performing Share the Spirit live in front of 100,000 people in the Olympic stadium. • 🐰 Voice Acting Magic: How Ric created famous commercial voices (like the Nesquik bunny!) and turned catchy ad lines into viral phrases. • 📜 The "Dead Read" Trick: Ric’s secret 3-step strategy for memorizing scripts fast without getting over-rehearsed. • 🚀 Advice for Young Performers: Why you shouldn't wait for "Hollywood to call," the power of creating your own work, and why moms give the best advice. Whether you're an aspiring actor, a music lover or curious about what happens behind the scenes on major movie sets, this episode is packed with inspiration, hilarious human stories and invaluable industry tips! 🎧 Don't forget to follow, rate, and review Join the Fray on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @jointhefraypodcast#JoinTheFray #KidsPodcast #WritingAdvice #Voiceacting #olympics #acting #hollywood Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Comment here on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story, give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d love to hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check out these helpful resources for students and parents:• [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade. WorkBC.ca• [Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca• [Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy. SkillsReady.ca• [UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take. nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice• [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  2. Jul 28

    InvestiGators Creator John Patrick Green: How to Make Hit Graphic Novels!

    AgentFraser to headquarters: We hit EPISODE 20!! 🕵️‍♂️🐊 We did it folks! Join the Fray celebrates our 20th episode with our biggest show yet! Grab your high-tech spy vests and dive straight down the drain into a world of secret agent missions, hilarious crime-fighting reptiles and brilliant puns. In this super special milestone episode of Join the Fray, host Fraser sits down with John Patrick Green, the New York Times best-selling author and illustrator behind the smash-hit graphic novel series, InvestiGators! John takes us inside the top-secret creative process behind Mango, Brash and the rest of the gang. From his early days drawing for schoolfriends in class, to designing books for Disney and pitching to big publishers, John reveals what it really takes to turn goofy ideas into massive book series read by kids around the globe. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🎨 How John transitioned from graphic designer to best-selling author/illustrator.🐊 The true origin story behind InvestiGators (and how a silly joke sparked a mega-series).💡 John’s secret trick for generating ideas during everyday chores.📝 The hardest part of writing vs drawing hundreds of comic panels.🍊 Why Cilantro the Chameleon is orange (and how John handled editor feedback!).🦹‍♂️ Why creating goofy villains like Daryl and the ‘Copybara’ is pure fun. Whether you're an aspiring young artist, a fan of laugh-out-loud comics or just love super-secret agent adventures, this episode is absolutely jam-packed with inspiring stories for budding writers of every age.   #JoinTheFray#JohnPatrickGreen #InvestiGators #GraphicNovels #KidsBooks #AuthorInterview#ComicBooks #MangoAndBrash #DrawingForKids #IllustratorLife #PublishingJourney#KidsPodcast #PodcastEpisode20 #WritingAdvice #ComicArtist Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  3. Jul 21

    How to conquer stage fright, singing superpowers and owning the spotlight with Sheryl Anne McMillan

    La la la la la lala! 🎶 Grab your microphones and warm up those vocal cords, because today we are hanging out with a true musical superhero! On this episode of Join the Fray, Fraser sits down with his very own singing coach, the incredibly talented performer and teacher Sheryl Anne McMillan! Sheryl Anne works right here in British Columbia, Canada atthe prestigious Ljindberg Academy of Performing Arts, where she helps students of all ages discover the magic hidden inside their own voices. From mapping out show-stopping musical theater numbers to teaching the basic fundamentals of breath support, ear training and performance readiness, Sheryl shares exactly what it takes to get you stage-ready. In this episode, Fraser and Sheryl Anne chat about: The Ballerina Blueprint: How Sheryl Anne’s original childhood dream was actually to become a professional ballet dancer after falling in love with the costumes and grace of The Nutcracker.Conquering the Butterflies: Genius insider strategies to calm your nervous system when your knees are shaking on stage - including breathing techniques, character distractions and doing ten quick jumping jacks to expel excess nervous energy!The Australian Standing Ovation: A heartwarming story of a teenage dancer in Australia who suffered from terrible stage nerves, but found the courage to step up, fly and crush a rendition of Bette Midler's The Rose.Can You Actually Shatter Glass? The scientific truth behind hitting that cartoon-style high frequency and whether human beings are born with the ability to crack windows with their voices.Saving a Flop Live on Stage: Hilarious stories from her time performing in Mary Poppins and Cabaret, and how to smoothly improvise your way out of completely forgetting your lyrics mid-song.Join the Fray Community! Are you ready to stop hiding your talent and find your voice? Hit that FOLLOW button right now so you never miss a creative career adventure! #JoinTheFray #KidsPodcast #FamilyFriendlyPodcast #SingingCoach#VocalCoach #LjindberghAcademy #PerformingArts #MusicalTheater #VocalTraining#StageConfidence #SingingLessons #CanadianTalent #KidHost #FindYourVoice#Showtunes #SingingInTheShower #VocalScales Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy. SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice·        [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  4. Jul 7

    Class Clowns, Neck Horses, and Late Night TV with Comedy Superstar Ivan Decker

    Have you ever watched a stand-up comedian on TV and wondered how they come up with jokes that make hundreds of people laugh at the same time? Or have you ever wanted to know how to turn your favorite everyday topics into a hilarious story? Today, Fraser is hanging out with one of the absolute funniest guys in Canada - the brilliant Juno Award winner and comedy superstar, Ivan Decker! Ivan has traveled all over the place telling jokes, performed on massive late-night TV sets like Conan O'Brien and is aregular guest on the CBC. He knows exactly what it takes to face giant crowds on stage, take creative risks and build an awesome career making people smile.Grab your favorite snacks (and watch out for seagulls), because we are diving head first into the business of being funny! In this episode, Fraser and Ivan laugh about: The High School Flight Disaster: Ivan explains how wanting to be a pilot came to a messy end when he joined the Air Cadets and accidentally threw up all over the plane's controls! The Ultimate Prehistoric Superhero: Why Ivan named his award-winning comedy album I Want It To Be A Dinosaur and how he would use the powers of an Archaeopteryx to defend people's french fries from aggressive seagulls. Class Clown Confessions: What it's like growing up in a classroom where everyone was a clown, getting sent to the principal's office, and the ultimate feeling of making a strict teacher crack a smile. Observational Comedy Secrets: Ivan breaks down the ridiculous things adults do every single day, like worrying too much about time and mindlessly scrolling on smartphones for 30 minutes straight. The Art of the Joke: Pro tips for practicing your material, dealing with live audiences at open mics, and why telling a true story is always better than making something up out of thin air.  Join the Fray Community! Ready to find the funny in your owndaily life? Hit that FOLLOW button right now so you never miss another career adventure! 👉 We want to hear from you: Scroll down to our comment section and tell us: What is your absolute favorite joke to tell your friends? Follow our family-friendly podcast updates andbehind-the-scenes fun on Instagram: @jointhefraypodcast   #JoinTheFrayPod #KidsPodcast #FamilyFriendlyPodcast#IvanDecker #StandUpComedy #JunoAward #ConanO_Brien #ClassClown #conan#ObservationalComedy #CanadianComedy #ComediansOfInstagram #NewEpisodeAlert#FatherSonProject #KidHost #FindTheFunny #ComedyAlbum #JokesForKids   Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice·        [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  5. Jun 30

    Meeting a Real-Life Science Superhero: Quirks & Quarks Host Bob McDonald!

    Have you ever wondered if aliens are listening to our radio stations? Or how astronauts go to the bathroom in zero gravity? Today, 9-year-old Fraser is hanging out with areal-life Canadian superhero of science - the legendary Bob McDonald! For over 30 years, Bob has hosted Quirks and Quarks on CBC Radio One, answering the weirdest, wildest and coolest questions about our universe. He is so incredibly smart that Canadian universities have given him 13 [now 14!!]  honorary doctorate degrees.  He holds the prestigious Order of Canada, and he even has a literal asteroid in outer space named after him! Grab your lab coats and safety goggles, because we are blasting off into the cosmos. In this episode, Fraser and Bob dig into: The best Canadian inventions ever made – including the lightbulb and insulin!The Asteroid Named "Bobmcdonald" - discover the amazing story behind having a real giant rock flying between Mars and Jupiter named after you.Breaking the Light Barrier: Why Einstein said we can’t travel faster than the speed of light - and the futuristictechnology Bob wants to see that could let us hop around the galaxy in an hour.The Accidental Scientist: How Bob went from being atruck driver who loved motorcycles to becoming Canada's most famous science communicator without ever getting a traditional university degree first!Green Energy & Earth's Future: Why Bob thinks we have the smartest brains on the planet to solve climate change using solar, wind and tidal power.Join the Fray Community! Loved exploring the cosmos with us? Hit that FOLLOW button right now so you nevermiss another career adventure! 👉 We want to hear from you: Scroll down to our comment section and tell us: If you had an asteroid named after you, what would you name it? Follow our family-friendly podcast updates and behind-the-scenes fun on Instagram: @jointhefraypodcast   #JoinTheFrayPod #KidsPodcast #FamilyFriendlyPodcast #BobMcDonald #QuirksAndQuarks #ScienceSuperhero #SpaceExploration #PeeInSpace #Asteroids #CBCRadioOne #OrderOfCanada #CanadianScience #STEMforKids #ScienceIsCool #NewEpisodeAlert#FatherSonProject Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  6. Jun 23

    The Ultimate Storyteller: Discover Canada Tours Director Ian McDonald Joins the Fray

    Ever wondered what it’s like to go from a major rock radio producer to a secret casino spy, and finally to a world-traveling Canadian tour director? Today, 9-year-old Fraser sits down with the ultimate storytelling wizard, Ian McDonald from Discover Canada Tours! Ian has truly done it all, and he’s unlocking his absolute wildest behind-the-scenes career secrets. From navigating massive city vehicles to tracking down grizzly bears in the Canadian wilderness, this episode is jam packed with hilarious history, crazy facts about Vancouver BC and inspiring life lessons. In this episode, Fraser and Ian dig into: The 30,000-Person Mistake: How Ian totally messed up his very first live broadcast on a legendary Vancouver rock radio station - and the priceless "word economy" lesson it taught him.Real-Life Secret Agent: What it’s actually like to sit in a room with hundreds of security cameras, scanning a 360-degree view to bust casino cheaters.The Puzzle of Big Buses: The secret physics to steering massive articulated "bendy" buses and school buses (plus what happens when you take on the Bus transit rodeo!).Bizarre Vancouver History: The shocking truth about Stanley Park's gray squirrels, why the city's first ambulance immediately ran over a tourist, and how a sneaky mayor faked having 104 streetcars.The Ultimate Travel Dare: Ian explains the legendary Yukon "Sour Toe Cocktail" and why being a great tourist means stepping directly out of your comfort zone.Join the Fray Community! Enjoyed this wild journey? Hit that FOLLOW button right now so you never miss an episode! 👉We want to hear from you: Drop a comment in the section below and tell us: Would your lips ever touch the toe in the Sour Toe Cocktail? Follow our family-friendly podcast adventures on Instagram: @jointhefraypodcast #JoinTheFrayPod #KidsPodcast #FamilyFriendlyPodcast #NewEpisodeAlert #DiscoverCanadaTours#VancouverBC #ExploreBC #TravelCanada #VancouverTourism #BusDriverLife#TransitDriver #CasinoSecurity #Storyteller #SourToeCocktail #GrizzlyBearWatching #ExploreCanada #FatherSonProject   Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or moviemaking, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and ApplePodcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice [USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  7. Jun 16

    World Champion Ninja Athlete Sharon Brown-John - How to Take Small Steps to Overcome Big Fears

    Meet the Canadian video game veteran who swaps the computer screen for the World Ninja League podium! In this action-packed episode of Join the Fray, 9-year-old host Fraser sits down with the ultimate real-life supermom, national champion and official World Champion Ninja, Sharon Brown-John!   Sharon opens up about her incredible dual career running a video game company with her husband alongside training three to four times a week to fly through the air, conquer the Ninja ‘salmon ladder’, and smash the buzzer on some of the toughest obstacle courses on the planet. Alongside her two ninja-champion daughters, Nora and Lily, Sharon’s family represents the ultimate team format in athletic teamwork.   In this episode, you’ll discover: The Playground Origin: How Sharon got hooked on the sport just by playing grounders and monkey bars with her kids. The Blueprint of a Champion: What a full training week looks like at the movement academy, from grip-strength workouts to course walk-throughs and mental planning. Facing Massive Fears: Sharon’s genius "baby-step" technique for conquering big jumps, handling pre-race nerves, and building unstoppable confidence. The Basement Secret: The truth about the secret playground gym built right inside their basement. The Game Design Parallel: How inventing a hit video game from scratch relies on the exact same experimentation and testing as designing a perfect ninja speed course. Whether you are an aspiring athlete, a fan of American Ninja Warrior, a gamer curious about building software, or a kid looking for the ultimate advice on how to follow the passions that truly light you up—this high-energy interview will inspire you to face your fears and tackle any obstacle in front of you!   Stick around until the very end for our hilarious, signature 1-second rapid-fire round! Listen now and get ready to Join the Fray! 🔗 Connect with the Show: Instagram: @jointhefraypodcastFollow & Review: Don't forget to hit "Follow" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to catch our next career adventure! #JoinTheFray #JoinTheFrayPodcast #WorldNinjaLeague#NinjaAthlete #AmericanNinjaWarrior #NinjaWarrior #ObstacleCourseRacing #WarpedWall #GameDev #VideoGameDesign #IndieGames #WomenInGaming#SuperMom #NinjaFamily #KidsPodcasts Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice[USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

  8. Jun 9

    From The Traitors UK to Real-Life Dungeon Master: How Ivan Brett Designs Fun for a Living

    Can you spot someone who is lying straight to your face?  Or lead a fellowship of heroes through a legendary fantasy quest? In this episode of Join the Fray, 9-year-old host Fraser sits down with the ultimate game-maker, dungeon master andbestselling author, Ivan Brett! You might recognize Ivan from season one of the massive hit BBC reality show The Traitors UK, where he had to navigate a castle full of deception. But when he isn't hunting down Traitors, Ivan has some of the coolest jobs on the planet: he is a professional Dungeons & Dragons Dungeon Master and the creative mastermind behind hit interactive game books like The Floor Is Lavaand the hilarious Casper Candlewacks children's fiction series. Fraser and Ivan dive behind the scenes into: What it's actually like when a TV crew drops a camera right in your face in a Scottish castle.The psychology of survival on reality TV (and why spotting a liar is scientifically almost impossible!).How Ivan writes rules for over 200 screen-free games so that they make sense to readers without seeing their eyes.The secret to getting kids hooked on reading using serialized comics like The Phoenix.Ivan's "fail fast" blueprint for any kid who wants to start inventing their own games and stories today.Whether you're a parent looking for screen-free inspiration to beat boredom or a fan of strategic game design, Ivan’s advice on celebrating your own "weirdness" is an absolute must-listen! 🔗 Connect with the Show: Instagram: @jointhefraypodcastFollow & Review: Don't forget to hit "Follow" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to catch our next career adventure!#Podcast #IvanBrett #TheTraitors #TheTraitorsUK #ScreenFreeKids #TheFloorIs Lava #DND#DungeonsAndDragons #DungeonMaster #CreativeCareers #KidsPodcasts#ParentingTips #Storytelling   Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how youcan join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family! To share feedback on each episode, please leave a Commenthere on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcast If you’d like to get in touch with your own career story,give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at jointhefraypod@gmail.com . We’d loveto hear from you! 🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents: [Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice[USA] CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture

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Spark your child’s curiosity with Join the Fray, the podcast for kids that turns "I don't know" into "That's awesome!" Hosted by the inquisitively Canadian 9-year-old Fraser, each episode bridges the gap between childhood hobbies like acting, sports and gaming and the real-world professionals who turned those passions into amazing careers. Featuring a mix of expert interviews, rapid-fire quiz questions and hilarious jokes, it’s the perfect listen for the car ride to school. If your kid has big questions about science, the arts or the mysteries of the universe, it’s time to Join the Fray!

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  • Creator
    FrayPlay Productions
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © FrayPlay Productions
  • Show Website
    Join The Fray