E29 - Bullying, dopamine, and connection through the eyes of a comedian with Reuben the Entertainer
Join me, Mireia, in an exciting and uplifting episode as I sit down with Reuben the Entertainer! 🎩✨ He’s not only a magician, comedian, and TV presenter but now also an inspiring educator who’s using his talents to teach primary school children about important topics like bullying, social media, exercise, and well-being. In this episode, we dive deep into how Reuben combines comedy and magic to simplify complex issues for young minds. We’ll explore his journey of turning passion into purpose, and of course, there’ll be plenty of laughs along the way! Reuben also shares his experiences, from entertaining at kids' birthday parties to performing in schools, addressing critical topics like technology, peer pressure, and mental health. You’ll hear about his challenges, especially during COVID-19, how he adapted to virtual shows, and his views on nurturing creativity and emotional intelligence in today’s digital world. Find out more about Reuben www.entertainer.ie Episode Topics: The Birth of an Idea: How Reuben started performing science shows for kids and turned it into a career. The Impact of COVID-19: How the pandemic suddenly canceled all of Reuben's live shows, pushing him to pivot towards virtual performances. Balancing Business and Passion: The challenge of expanding his business while maintaining the personal touch, and why Reuben chose not to franchise. Educational Shows: The development of Reuben’s science-themed shows aimed at educating children on social issues like phone addiction, peer pressure, and fake news. School and Peer Influence: Reuben’s lessons on helping kids stand up to peer pressure, break free from harmful groupthink, and embrace individuality. Critical Thinking and Media Literacy: Tips on teaching kids to question information from online sources and not blindly believe what they see on social media. The Role of Emotions in Learning: How Reuben uses emotions and humor to make educational messages stick with kids. Technology’s Effect on Children: Why Reuben believes in delaying smartphone access for children and how early exposure to technology affects social skills and creativity. Parenting Tips: Practical strategies for parents to manage their children's use of phones and technology in a healthy way. Future Projects: Reuben’s upcoming plans for new educational shows focusing on viral trends, social media, and digital well-being. This episode is packed with useful advice for parents, educators, and anyone interested in helping children grow up in a digital world while keeping their creativity and emotional well-being intact! ______________________________ Rediscovering Childhood podcast is brought to you by Discovery Playtime. Dive into a world of creativity and learning with our curated selection of toys, including Play Trays and Connetix magnetic tiles for fun and educational play. Keep children engaged year-round with our seasonal camps, featuring sensory play, arts, crafts, and mindfulness activities. We also offer training programs for parents, teachers, and schools, designed to empower you with the latest in educational trends, child development, and creative play. www.discoveryplaytime.ie
