Policy in Play

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Policy in Play bridges the gap between research and real-world impact, exploring how policies, evidence, government action, and nonprofit initiatives intersect to enhance child well-being. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with expert guests, bringing diverse perspectives, unpacking pressing challenges, and offering fresh insight into what makes policy truly work. Produced by the Learning for Well-being Institute, this podcast is more than a conversation—it’s a space for new ideas, shared learning, and meaningful change.

Episodes

  1. 10/29/2025

    How Early Relationships Shape Every Child’s Future with Benjamin Perks

    In this fourth episode of Policy in Play, Dominic Richardson and Edda Olsson explore the link between child protection, well-being, and trauma prevention with global advocate Benjamin Perks. Benjamin unpacks the science of early childhood development, the power of attachment, and evidence-based policies that can prevent trauma at scale.     The discussion highlights how parenting programmes, universal parental leave, and trauma-informed education can lay the groundwork for a society where every child thrives.

    1h 2m

  2. 09/23/2025

    Building Ecosystems for Every Child: Early Years, Networks, and Democracy with Liana Ghent

    What happens when we stop seeing early childhood as the responsibility of parents alone and start treating it as a shared societal priority? In this episode of Policy in Play, Dominic and Edda are joined by Liana Ghent, Director of the International Step by Step Association (ISSA), to discuss the shift from siloed approaches to integrated ecosystems in ECD. They explore how collaboration, shared language, and a network mindset can transform services, empower professionals, and build stronger, more democratic communities for children and families everywhere.

    53 min

  3. 06/29/2025

    Babies and beyond with Mark Tomlinson

    What does it really mean to centre children in all we do – from birth to old age? In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Mark Tomlinson to discuss infant mental health, the deep impact of language in policy, and how wellbeing is shaped across the life course. A powerful listen for anyone working with or advocating for children and young people.

    50 min

  4. 05/19/2025

    The Equity Crisis in Early Childhood with Prof Sharon Goldfeld

    In this episode, we speak with Professor Sharon Goldfeld, paediatrician and leading voice in early childhood development and equity. Drawing from her experience across research, policy, and practice, she explores how early childhood development can be a lever for equity, the vital role of communities, and the challenges of turning evidence into action. We also discuss the idea of “precision policy,” global learning, and the opportunities ahead for creating fairer outcomes for all children.

    57 min

  5. TRAILER

    Policy in Play Podcast

    Policy in Play a brand-new podcast series from the Learning for Well-being Institute! This series aims to spark meaningful conversations about the policies that shape our lives, particularly those impacting children. Bringing together expert voices from research, policy, and international institutions, each episode explores how holistic, inclusive, and evidence-based policymaking can support both individual and collective well-being.

    18 sec

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Policy in Play bridges the gap between research and real-world impact, exploring how policies, evidence, government action, and nonprofit initiatives intersect to enhance child well-being. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with expert guests, bringing diverse perspectives, unpacking pressing challenges, and offering fresh insight into what makes policy truly work. Produced by the Learning for Well-being Institute, this podcast is more than a conversation—it’s a space for new ideas, shared learning, and meaningful change.

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    Learning for Well-being Institute
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  • Episodes
    5
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