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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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Inspire Kids To Play For Life
What if one story could inspire kids to play for life and to chase their dreams in sports?
Join Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar on the Get Kids to Play podcast as they sit down with Pullela Gopichand – the man who turned Indian badminton from a hobby into a world-conquering force, the mastermind behind champions like P.V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, and Kidambi Srikanth.
00:00 Introduction
02:00 Importance of Play
05:20 Gopichand's sporting journey
08:00 How to prevent early specialization
11.30 How to balance sports and academics
15:15 How can educational institutes support athletes
22:05 How can parent support their kids
25:20 Closing
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Get Kids To Play (Book)
https://amzn.in/d/5vGci1o
About Pullela Gopichand
https://www.olympics.com/en/athletes/gopichand-pullela