Little Steps, Big Futures:The Podcast
Hosted by sisters-in-law Aoife Murphy and Jenny McCarthy, Little Steps, Big Futures is your go-to podcast for insights into Early Childhood Education and parenting.
Aoife, now a stay-at-home mom to two boys, and Jenny, who is furthering her career in her new role at ChildPaths, share practical tips, real-life stories, and expert advice drawn from their experiences as former Early Years Professionals. Whether you're a parent or an educator, this podcast is packed with relatable moments and useful strategies to help support your little ones’ development—delivered in a fun, down-to-earth way. Let’s dive in, one step at a time!
Podcasting since 2020 • 108 episodes
Little Steps, Big Futures:The Podcast
Latest Episodes
Big Changes to Aistear: What Educators Need to Know
In this week’s episode, Aoife and Jenny chat to Dr. Gillian Lake from ChildPaths, who sponsored this episode, about the recent updates to Aistear and what they mean for Early Years Educators across Ireland.They dive into how ChildPaths ...
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Episode 107
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56:21
Mini Episode: Chaos Behind the Mic
Some people record in peaceful studios with perfect soundproofing. We, on the other hand, recorded this one in between a toddler wrestling match, a crying contest, and several suspicious crashes from the next room. It’s 14 minutes of pure multi...
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Episode 106
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14:30
Summer So Far
Aoife’s back from five weeks in Ireland — a trip filled with toddler chaos, sickness delays, and the full-on reality of travelling with two kids. Meanwhile, Jenny’s gearing up for her well-deserved holiday, enjoying the calm while Aoif...
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Episode 105
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27:40
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