Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com Interviews with leaders in early childhood education, play space design, discovery and science centres and all things STEAM, about how play and curiosity can inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators. Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse documents the creation of the Boilerhouse Discovery Space, an immersive childhood discovery space being built at the University of New England, in regional NSW, Australia. If you are interested in science communication, early childhood education, science centres, and discovery spaces, then this podcast is for you! Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:47:32 +1000 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en au Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Education 1440 episodic Interviews with leaders in early childhood education, play space design, and all things STEM about how to educate and inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators. Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse documents the building and development of the Boilerhouse Discovery Space, an immersive early childhood discovery space being built at the University of New England, in regional NSW, Australia. If you are interested in science communication, early childhood education, science centres, and discovery spaces, then this podcast is for you! theboilerhouse theboilerhouse No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/10308625/BH_Podcast_logo_APPLEaj7g2.jpg Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com 144 144 Christopher Abbott and Dr Kirsti Abbott Christopher Abbott and Dr Kirsti Abbott https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/christopher-abbott-and-dr-kirsti-abbott/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/christopher-abbott-and-dr-kirsti-abbott/#comments Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:47:32 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/7cbfdf94-6ce9-3724-ae15-0d19509a4d6f Christopher Abbott is a philanthropist and founder of the Abbott foundation. His work towards supporting early childhood education in Australia lead to the inception of the Boilerhouse Discovery Space and continues to support its development. Dr Kirsti Abbott is a scientist and science communicator, and is the Program Leader of UNE Discovery. Kirsti has managed the design and development of the Boilerhouse. In this final episode of Season One of Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse we hear about how this journey started, and what we can expect to see in the future.

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]]> Christopher Abbott is a philanthropist and founder of the Abbott foundation. His work towards supporting early childhood education in Australia lead to the inception of the Boilerhouse Discovery Space and continues to support its development. Dr Kirsti Abbott is a scientist and science communicator, and is the Program Leader of UNE Discovery. Kirsti has managed the design and development of the Boilerhouse. In this final episode of Season One of Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse we hear about how this journey started, and what we can expect to see in the future.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1342 22 full Rebekah Collins and SparkLab Rebekah Collins and SparkLab https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/rebekah-collins-and-sparklab/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/rebekah-collins-and-sparklab/#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2021 07:20:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/91aa0464-42d3-3a13-ab10-2a22caef5c57 Rebekah Collins is the manager of SparkLab at the Queensland Museum. SparkLab is a hands-on interactive science centre that invites visitors to explore, experiment, and learn through self-guided experiences. In this interview we talk about how Rebekah and her team went about designing SparkLab from scratch, and how they decided what kind of experiences they wanted visitors to have. We also talk about the challenges of running a hands-on science centre in a post-pandemic world where cleanliness and sanitisation is a constant concern. 

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]]> Rebekah Collins is the manager of SparkLab at the Queensland Museum. SparkLab is a hands-on interactive science centre that invites visitors to explore, experiment, and learn through self-guided experiences. In this interview we talk about how Rebekah and her team went about designing SparkLab from scratch, and how they decided what kind of experiences they wanted visitors to have. We also talk about the challenges of running a hands-on science centre in a post-pandemic world where cleanliness and sanitisation is a constant concern. 

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1594 21 full Dr Lorien Parker and SciencePlay Kids Dr Lorien Parker and SciencePlay Kids https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-lorien-parker-and-scienceplay-kids/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-lorien-parker-and-scienceplay-kids/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2021 07:18:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/90434ea6-f8ad-39ba-9eb5-473736737d68 Lorien Parker founded SciencePlay Kids to inspire young children by showing them that science is everywhere and in everything. After beginning her career as a medical research scientist, Lorien decided to change gears and become a small business owner bringing science education experiences to communities in Victoria. In this interview we chat the challenges involved in a research career that made Lorien decide to change directions and embark on her new mission. We also chat about how understanding scientific principles can empower kids to create and explore the world around them.

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]]> Lorien Parker founded SciencePlay Kids to inspire young children by showing them that science is everywhere and in everything. After beginning her career as a medical research scientist, Lorien decided to change gears and become a small business owner bringing science education experiences to communities in Victoria. In this interview we chat the challenges involved in a research career that made Lorien decide to change directions and embark on her new mission. We also chat about how understanding scientific principles can empower kids to create and explore the world around them.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1374 20 full Jackie Randles and Inspiring Australia Jackie Randles and Inspiring Australia https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/jackie-randles-and-inspiring-australia/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/jackie-randles-and-inspiring-australia/#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/f9ed8a91-f0ce-3361-a7f0-d4157a48f1b7 Jackie Randles is the NSW Manager of Inspiring Australia, a government backed initiative to create meaningful connections between scientists and society. Often this takes the form of science themed events that invite communities to come along, learn about science, meet a real scientist and get to know what real science is like. In this interview we talk about Jackie’s working bringing together Regional Science Hubs, groups of individuals and organisations that work together to present science events to regional communities across NSW.

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]]> Jackie Randles is the NSW Manager of Inspiring Australia, a government backed initiative to create meaningful connections between scientists and society. Often this takes the form of science themed events that invite communities to come along, learn about science, meet a real scientist and get to know what real science is like. In this interview we talk about Jackie’s working bringing together Regional Science Hubs, groups of individuals and organisations that work together to present science events to regional communities across NSW.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1833 19 full Dr Dorothy Smith on STEM education Dr Dorothy Smith on STEM education https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-dorothy-smith-on-stem-education/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-dorothy-smith-on-stem-education/#comments Mon, 31 May 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/cb8a5c3c-16d2-35c8-8319-f4204a230e5d Dr Dorothy Smith is the head of STEM education at the University of New England. In this interview we talk about the challenges of teaching STEM in the face of student disengagement, and rampant misinformation. We also talk about how effective science education lies in making concepts relatable and relevant to students. Having recently joined UNE, Dorothy is looking forward to collaborating with teachers and researchers in the New England region.

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]]> Dr Dorothy Smith is the head of STEM education at the University of New England. In this interview we talk about the challenges of teaching STEM in the face of student disengagement, and rampant misinformation. We also talk about how effective science education lies in making concepts relatable and relevant to students. Having recently joined UNE, Dorothy is looking forward to collaborating with teachers and researchers in the New England region.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1097 18 full Naomi Blakey and Tamworth Powerstation Museum Naomi Blakey and Tamworth Powerstation Museum https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/naomi-blakey-and-tamworth-powerstation-museum/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/naomi-blakey-and-tamworth-powerstation-museum/#comments Mon, 24 May 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/90a82d88-2c47-3879-91ae-4f5f7ccc8329 Naomi Blakey is the Cultural Collections Officer for Tamworth Regional Council. In this interview we talk about the Tamworth Powerstation Museum, a volunteer run, community driven museum that celebrates the history of electricity. Naomi takes us on a tour through the museum’s collections and tells some of the stories behind the collections. We also chat about the mammoth task of moving collections into online repositories and the challenges of running cultural institutions and public spaces during a global pandemic.

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]]> Naomi Blakey is the Cultural Collections Officer for Tamworth Regional Council. In this interview we talk about the Tamworth Powerstation Museum, a volunteer run, community driven museum that celebrates the history of electricity. Naomi takes us on a tour through the museum’s collections and tells some of the stories behind the collections. We also chat about the mammoth task of moving collections into online repositories and the challenges of running cultural institutions and public spaces during a global pandemic.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1681 17 full Kathy Stubberfield and Laura Snow on Twisted Science Kathy Stubberfield and Laura Snow on Twisted Science https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/kathy-stubberfield-and-laura-snow-on-twisted-science/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/kathy-stubberfield-and-laura-snow-on-twisted-science/#comments Mon, 17 May 2021 06:59:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/93538949-84a9-3db9-b6fe-443d08d476b0 Kathy Stubberfield founded Twisted Science, or the Scientwists as it was known then, back in 2005, doing kids science shows. Fifteen years later Twisted Science has a science centre in Echuca in regional Victoria, and is now expanding its horizons and opening a new science centre in Melbourne. Laura Snow is the Operations Manager of Twisted Science in Echuca oversees the management of their custom designed interactive science centre. In this interview we chat about the importance of bringing science education to underserved regional communities and the challenges of communicating complex science to diverse communities.

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]]> Kathy Stubberfield founded Twisted Science, or the Scientwists as it was known then, back in 2005, doing kids science shows. Fifteen years later Twisted Science has a science centre in Echuca in regional Victoria, and is now expanding its horizons and opening a new science centre in Melbourne. Laura Snow is the Operations Manager of Twisted Science in Echuca oversees the management of their custom designed interactive science centre. In this interview we chat about the importance of bringing science education to underserved regional communities and the challenges of communicating complex science to diverse communities.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 2252 16 full Alissa Van Soest and the Discovery Science and Technology Centre Alissa Van Soest and the Discovery Science and Technology Centre https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/alissa-van-soest-and-the-discovery-science-and-technology-centre/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/alissa-van-soest-and-the-discovery-science-and-technology-centre/#comments Mon, 10 May 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/6b77e8e7-7ca1-3283-981f-97749f472b6c Alissa Van Soest is a science communicator at the Discovery Science and Technology Centre in Bendigo, Victoria. In this interview Alissa takes us on a tour through the centre and its immersive educational experiences. We talk about the challenges of balancing education and entertainment in science outreach, and how science education isn’t just about understanding complex topics, but learning how to ask questions, solve problems and challenge your own boundaries.

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]]> Alissa Van Soest is a science communicator at the Discovery Science and Technology Centre in Bendigo, Victoria. In this interview Alissa takes us on a tour through the centre and its immersive educational experiences. We talk about the challenges of balancing education and entertainment in science outreach, and how science education isn’t just about understanding complex topics, but learning how to ask questions, solve problems and challenge your own boundaries.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1911 15 full Jared Wilkins and Questacon Jared Wilkins and Questacon https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/jared-wilkins-and-questacon/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/jared-wilkins-and-questacon/#comments Mon, 03 May 2021 06:54:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/cd4f5928-8829-31cf-b7e3-4318e057ca3e Jared Wilkins is the Senior Manager of National Programs at Questacon, Australia’s National Science and Technology Centre. In this interview we talk about how Questacon’s programs extend far beyond the building itself and include nationwide touring shows and experiences including the Shell Questacon Science Circus and the Questacon Invention Convention. We also talk about how their diverse programs and activities can form life-long relationships between Questacon and the communities they support.

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]]> Jared Wilkins is the Senior Manager of National Programs at Questacon, Australia’s National Science and Technology Centre. In this interview we talk about how Questacon’s programs extend far beyond the building itself and include nationwide touring shows and experiences including the Shell Questacon Science Circus and the Questacon Invention Convention. We also talk about how their diverse programs and activities can form life-long relationships between Questacon and the communities they support.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1719 14 full Dr Bobby Cerini and Questacon Dr Bobby Cerini and Questacon https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-bobby-cerini-and-questacon/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-bobby-cerini-and-questacon/#comments Mon, 26 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/b847f430-7cdc-38ab-9f18-6d97a5d46af9 Bobby Cerini is the Director of Science and Learning at Questacon, Australia’s National Science and Technology Centre. In this interview we talk about the mammoth challenge of managing such an expansive and iconic institution, and the responsibilities that come with this role. We also talk about how science centres cannot operate in isolation, and how science centres across Australia can all contribute to one big ‘ecosystem’ bringing education and inspiration across the country.

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]]> Bobby Cerini is the Director of Science and Learning at Questacon, Australia’s National Science and Technology Centre. In this interview we talk about the mammoth challenge of managing such an expansive and iconic institution, and the responsibilities that come with this role. We also talk about how science centres cannot operate in isolation, and how science centres across Australia can all contribute to one big ‘ecosystem’ bringing education and inspiration across the country.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1462 13 full Prof. Tony Okely and Early Start Prof. Tony Okely and Early Start https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/prof-tony-okely-and-early-start/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/prof-tony-okely-and-early-start/#comments Mon, 19 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/21ac0050-45b2-307f-8465-5574ecc4d3df Tony Okely is the Director of Research at Early Start at the University of Wollongong. In this interview we talk about how the researchers and academics of Early Start work within the Early Start Discovery Space to research kids learning and development. Tony’s research focusses on understanding children’s physical development and activity. We talk about the challenges facing kids today and how getting active can provide significant benefits for kids’ physical, mental, and social development.

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]]> Tony Okely is the Director of Research at Early Start at the University of Wollongong. In this interview we talk about how the researchers and academics of Early Start work within the Early Start Discovery Space to research kids learning and development. Tony’s research focusses on understanding children’s physical development and activity. We talk about the challenges facing kids today and how getting active can provide significant benefits for kids’ physical, mental, and social development.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1992 12 full Galia Urquhart and Yarm Gwanga Galia Urquhart and Yarm Gwanga https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/galia-urquhart-and-yarm-gwanga/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/galia-urquhart-and-yarm-gwanga/#comments Mon, 12 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/756cbb2e-493d-3f88-b710-05f32f240e02 Galia Urquhart is the director of Yarm Gwanga, an early childhood centre at the University of New England providing day-care to the New England community. In this interview we talk about how Yarm Gwanga’s refurbished outdoor play space embraces nature play and encourages kids to get outside and get their hands dirty. We also chat about the challenges of providing childcare during the coronavirus pandemic and how it has affected their daily practices.

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]]> Galia Urquhart is the director of Yarm Gwanga, an early childhood centre at the University of New England providing day-care to the New England community. In this interview we talk about how Yarm Gwanga’s refurbished outdoor play space embraces nature play and encourages kids to get outside and get their hands dirty. We also chat about the challenges of providing childcare during the coronavirus pandemic and how it has affected their daily practices.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1268 11 full John Marsden on the Candlebark School and Alice Miller School John Marsden on the Candlebark School and Alice Miller School https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/john-marsden-on-the-candlebark-school-and-alice-miller-school/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/john-marsden-on-the-candlebark-school-and-alice-miller-school/#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +1000 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/33b0e85b-8ecd-3837-95f6-9108abdd61a0 John Marsden is the Principal of both Candlebark School and the Alice Miller School in regional Victoria. Having spent much of his career working with kids and in schools, and getting more and more frustrated with the limitations of the school system, John Marsden finally had the opportunity to open his own schools and provide children with a unique learning experience with real-life experiences at the core of their teaching approach. In this interview we talk about how schools have an enormous responsibility to foster strong, creative and resilient children.

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]]> John Marsden is the Principal of both Candlebark School and the Alice Miller School in regional Victoria. Having spent much of his career working with kids and in schools, and getting more and more frustrated with the limitations of the school system, John Marsden finally had the opportunity to open his own schools and provide children with a unique learning experience with real-life experiences at the core of their teaching approach. In this interview we talk about how schools have an enormous responsibility to foster strong, creative and resilient children.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 2026 10 full John Stewart and the Living School John Stewart and the Living School https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/john-stewart-and-the-living-school/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/john-stewart-and-the-living-school/#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/5d03e2dd-2d30-37eb-af3d-b8aa8356cf29 John Stewart is the conductor of the Living School in Lismore, NSW. The Living School was established with one simple goal in mind – to be different. In this interview we chat about how schools are a ‘monoculture’ and how offering unique learning experiences are essential for engaging kids and their families in the school system. We also talk about what it’s like starting a school from scratch, and all the unexpected challenges that came with the Living School opening its doors at the beginning of 2020.

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]]> John Stewart is the conductor of the Living School in Lismore, NSW. The Living School was established with one simple goal in mind – to be different. In this interview we chat about how schools are a ‘monoculture’ and how offering unique learning experiences are essential for engaging kids and their families in the school system. We also talk about what it’s like starting a school from scratch, and all the unexpected challenges that came with the Living School opening its doors at the beginning of 2020.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1858 9 full Dr Kristin Alford and the Museum of Discovery Dr Kristin Alford and the Museum of Discovery https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-kristin-alford-and-the-museum-of-discovery/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-kristin-alford-and-the-museum-of-discovery/#comments Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/a78023cc-5955-37b6-9f06-5d659dde77e1 Kristin Alford is the Director of the Museum of Discovery at the University of South Australia. The Museum of Discovery is a future focussed museum that tackles some of the biggest issues facing society. In this interview we talk about how the museum’s immersive experiences come to life by bringing together science, art and storytelling. We also talk about how the Museum acts as a vibrant conduit between the University of South Australia and the general public.

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]]> Kristin Alford is the Director of the Museum of Discovery at the University of South Australia. The Museum of Discovery is a future focussed museum that tackles some of the biggest issues facing society. In this interview we talk about how the museum’s immersive experiences come to life by bringing together science, art and storytelling. We also talk about how the Museum acts as a vibrant conduit between the University of South Australia and the general public.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1936 8 full Stuart Creal and Science Space Stuart Creal and Science Space https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/stuart-creal-and-science-space/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/stuart-creal-and-science-space/#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/566cd5ab-9b45-3d1b-85a3-c5489f7ca89e Stuart Creal is the Director of Science Space at the University of Wollongong. In this interview we talk about how Stuart’s career path has taken him from being a boat builder in the UK, to being the Director of Australia’s most popular regional science centre. We also talk about what makes for a great science centre activity and the importance of holding on to low-tech ‘retro’ experiences as an escape from the high-tech digital world we live in.

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]]> Stuart Creal is the Director of Science Space at the University of Wollongong. In this interview we talk about how Stuart’s career path has taken him from being a boat builder in the UK, to being the Director of Australia’s most popular regional science centre. We also talk about what makes for a great science centre activity and the importance of holding on to low-tech ‘retro’ experiences as an escape from the high-tech digital world we live in.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 2282 7 full Ben Newsome and Fizzics Education Ben Newsome and Fizzics Education https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/ben-newsome-and-fizzics-education/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/ben-newsome-and-fizzics-education/#comments Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/50f68bc5-f9d2-33ae-aee3-58f24ef19a8f Ben Newsome is the founder of Fizzics Education, a science education company that brings science shows and experiences to communities across Australia. In this interview we talk about how Ben has grown the company from one person and a ute doing birthday parties on the weekend, to an award winning team with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. We also talk about how Ben approaches the challenge of distilling a complex scientific concept into an accessible and educational hands-on activity.

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]]> Ben Newsome is the founder of Fizzics Education, a science education company that brings science shows and experiences to communities across Australia. In this interview we talk about how Ben has grown the company from one person and a ute doing birthday parties on the weekend, to an award winning team with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. We also talk about how Ben approaches the challenge of distilling a complex scientific concept into an accessible and educational hands-on activity.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1684 6 full Martha Johnson and the Early Start Discovery Space Martha Johnson and the Early Start Discovery Space https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/martha-johnson-and-the-early-start-discovery-space/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/martha-johnson-and-the-early-start-discovery-space/#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/5c31a55e-a561-341f-8343-8d499c9c0e3d Martha Johnson is the manager of education and experiences at Early Start Discovery Space at the University of Wollongong. In this interview Martha takes us on a journey through the Early Start Discovery Space and the experiences waiting for kids and their families inside. We also talk about how parents and teachers can enhance play-based learning by getting involved themselves, and letting kids take the lead, guiding the grown-ups through play.

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]]> Martha Johnson is the manager of education and experiences at Early Start Discovery Space at the University of Wollongong. In this interview Martha takes us on a journey through the Early Start Discovery Space and the experiences waiting for kids and their families inside. We also talk about how parents and teachers can enhance play-based learning by getting involved themselves, and letting kids take the lead, guiding the grown-ups through play.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1695 5 full Adam Sellinger and Children's Discovery Adam Sellinger and Children's Discovery https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/adam-sellinger-and-childrens-discovery/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/adam-sellinger-and-childrens-discovery/#comments Mon, 22 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/dd3eda3e-99dc-38eb-8968-9d15e364f908 Adam Sellinger is the Director of Children’ Discovery, an organisation dedicated to bringing playful learning experiences to children and their families across Australia. In this interview we talk about how Children’s Discovery began with a mission to build an immersive children’s museum. This mission eventually transpire with the construction of Early Start Discovery Space at the University of Wollongong. We also talk about what makes for a great play-space experience, and how to design interactive kids’ activities.

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]]> Adam Sellinger is the Director of Children’ Discovery, an organisation dedicated to bringing playful learning experiences to children and their families across Australia. In this interview we talk about how Children’s Discovery began with a mission to build an immersive children’s museum. This mission eventually transpire with the construction of Early Start Discovery Space at the University of Wollongong. We also talk about what makes for a great play-space experience, and how to design interactive kids’ activities.

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Music: ‘Phat in the Flat’ by Podington Bear (Used under licence - Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0)

 

]]> theboilerhouse false No 1749 4 full Stephen Long and Architectus Stephen Long and Architectus https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/stephen-long-and-architectus/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/stephen-long-and-architectus/#comments Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/4f8aec8d-499b-317a-8764-bb0ed6032c94 Stephen Long is the Principal Architect for the Boilerhouse Discovery Space. He and his colleagues at Architectus, along with their partner James Cubitt Architects, will be bringing this state of the art discovery space to reality. In this interview we talk about how Stephen and his team will be turning a decommissioned industrial building into an inspiring play space for kids in regional NSW. We also talk about how architects work and collaborate to bring their clients’ visions to life.

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]]> Stephen Long is the Principal Architect for the Boilerhouse Discovery Space. He and his colleagues at Architectus, along with their partner James Cubitt Architects, will be bringing this state of the art discovery space to reality. In this interview we talk about how Stephen and his team will be turning a decommissioned industrial building into an inspiring play space for kids in regional NSW. We also talk about how architects work and collaborate to bring their clients’ visions to life.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1584 2 full Dr Sue Elliott on early childhood education Dr Sue Elliott on early childhood education https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-sue-elliott-on-early-childhood-education/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/dr-sue-elliott-on-early-childhood-education/#comments Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/62522428-0d76-38ed-b617-19f0e742a028 Dr Sue Elliott is a Senior Lecturer at the University of New England and specialises in studying early childhood education practices. In this interview we talk about how education is embracing practices like nature-play and play-based learning. This represents a shift away from previous tendencies to “cotton-wool” kids and protect them from any and all risks. Research is showing that the desire to protect kids from experiencing risk may be doing more harm than good in the long run.

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]]> Dr Sue Elliott is a Senior Lecturer at the University of New England and specialises in studying early childhood education practices. In this interview we talk about how education is embracing practices like nature-play and play-based learning. This represents a shift away from previous tendencies to “cotton-wool” kids and protect them from any and all risks. Research is showing that the desire to protect kids from experiencing risk may be doing more harm than good in the long run.

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]]> theboilerhouse false No 1612 3 full Welcome to Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse Welcome to Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/welcome-to-curiosity-built-the-boilerhouse/ https://theboilerhouse.podbean.com/e/welcome-to-curiosity-built-the-boilerhouse/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:55:35 +1100 theboilerhouse.podbean.com/79ed9754-fd6a-3adb-8d9a-b799e90c7bc4 Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse follows the journey of a decommissioned industrial building in regional Australia being rebuilt into a children's discovery space. Each episode features an interview with experts in education, STEAM, play-based learning, architecture, design and more! If you are interested in early childhood education, play space design, science centres and children's museums then this is the podcast for you!

This podcast is brought to you by the University of New England

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]]> Curiosity Built the Boilerhouse follows the journey of a decommissioned industrial building in regional Australia being rebuilt into a children's discovery space. Each episode features an interview with experts in education, STEAM, play-based learning, architecture, design and more! If you are interested in early childhood education, play space design, science centres and children's museums then this is the podcast for you!

This podcast is brought to you by the University of New England

Find out more about the Boilerhouse Discovery Space

Music: ‘Phat in the Flat’ by Podington Bear (Used under licence - Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0)

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