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Podcast Description
In an era where screens dominate and children’s outdoor adventures are dwindling, “Get Kids to Play” seeks to reignite the joy of unstructured play that once defined childhood. Reflecting on a time when scraped knees and muddy clothes were badges of honor, hosts Vijay and Saumil delve into the pressing challenges modern parents face in balancing academics, technology, and free play. Building upon their acclaimed book, “Get Kids to Play!”, this podcast offers insightful discussions, expert interviews, and practical solutions to help families rediscover the magic of outdoor play. Join us each week as we champion a movement to reconnect children with sport, foster creativity and play, and promote holistic development for a brighter, healthier future.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as promoting unstructured play, the impact of technology on childhood, and the importance of holistic development. Episodes frequently address challenges faced by modern parents, such as balancing academics with playtime, with specific examples including discussions on safe play spaces and encouraging girls in sports.

In an era where screens dominate and children’s outdoor adventures are dwindling, “Get Kids to Play” seeks to reignite the joy of unstructured play that once defined childhood. Reflecting on a time when scraped knees and muddy clothes were badges of honor, hosts Vijay and Saumil delve into the pressing challenges modern parents face in balancing academics, technology, and free play. Building upon their acclaimed book, “Get Kids to Play!”, this podcast offers insightful discussions, expert interviews, and practical solutions to help families rediscover the magic of outdoor play. Join us each week as we champion a movement to reconnect children with sport, foster creativity and play, and promote holistic development for a brighter, healthier future.
What if this one story could inspire you to help more girls chase their dreams in sports?
Join Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar on the Get Kids to Play podcast as they sit down with Aditi Mutatkar, the Programme Head of Athlete and Women Initiatives at Simply Sport Foundation. Aditi opens up about her incredible journey from being an international badminton player to leading programs that help more women step onto the sports field.
In this lively conversation, Aditi shares the ups and downs of her own sporting career and talks about what it really takes to empower women athletes. She dives into why support systems matter, how to break old stereotypes, and what we can all do to make sports more welcoming for girls and women. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, coach, or just someone who believes in the power of sports, you’ll find plenty of food for thought.
Tune in to hear Aditi’s practical tips and heartfelt stories about building a more inclusive sports community and why starting at the grassroots can change lives. If you care about getting more girls to play, supporting women in sports, or just love a good story about overcoming challenges, this episode is for you.
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Get Kids To Play (Book)
https://amzn.in/d/5vGci1o
Get Kids To Play (Summit)
https://sportzvillage.com/get-kids-to-play-summit/
Simply Sport Foundation
https://www.simplysport.in/

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