Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

On today's show Gen Muir explains the importance of independent play, with some fascinating insights and then in our story Thom Lion takes you everywhere man. To Broome on a hot air balloon, to Fiji on a jet plane, and to the centre of the earth on a special bullet train! All to collect some very special treasure that carry secret powers.

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Hosts: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Writing, Sound Design and Songs: Thom Lion

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Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

In this episode, we're venturing with Thom Lion into Dino Valley where you'll meet Terry the T-Rex, along with an array of other Jurassic characters. Travel back in time where you and your little one will hear the pre-historic environment all around you, to feel like you're really there - as you journey with the other dinosaurs to the "Dino Dance Off" for a big release of dancing fun! 

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Hosts: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Writing, Sound Design and Songs: Thom Lion

Terry The T-Rex: Tom Bourne

MC Talon: Jessica Braithwaite

Trudy Triceratops: Narla Phillips 

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

In this episode, we're soaring high up into the sky, through clouds as soft as fairy floss, or marshmallows! Join host Thom Lion as he meets Glow Girl and Jet Boy on a special mission to build a cloud bridge to help the children of The Cloud Village to get home in time for dinner. But only if they can get past Moon Mischief.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Writing, Sound Design and Songs: Thom Lion

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

In this episode, we're heading into the jungle for the great banana bungle of 2025. Join host Thom as he meets Sam, the greedy monkey, who's having a hard time sharing her bananas. Adventure with them and their friends of the rainforest as they learn about sharing and working as a team to rescue the Magical Banana Bonanza Tree, which grows bananas of all colours and flavours if you don't mind! 

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Hosts: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Writing, Sound Design and Songs: Thom Lion

Sammy The Monkey: Tahli Blackman

Tito The Toucan: Tom Bourne

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

In this episode, we're diving into the ocean to visit Harmony Reef, a breathtaking underwater garden bursting with colourful coral. Venture through the schools of beautiful fish with host Thom Lion to meet Echo The Whale, Spark the Anglerfish and Cora the Clam for the "Sea Symphony" Parade! 

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Writing, Sound Design and Songs: Thom Lion

"Echo" The Whale: Tom Bourne

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

In this episode, we're stepping into The Whispering Woods, an enchanted forest where magic lives in every tree and friendly creatures need your help. Join host Thom as he meets Nibbles the possum and helps him on a very special mission to find the magical Sparkleberry Tree.

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COMPLETE SURVEY HERE It can be tricky raising little humans and that's why we want to hear from all parents in this short survey. Complete this Survey and you'll go into our quarterly draw to win a $1,000 gift voucher.

CREDITS:

Hosts: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Writing, Sound Design and Songs: Thom Lion

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Welcome to How To Build A Universe, where stories build worlds!

Join your little one on magical adventures that strengthen your connection through the power of play. While kids explore enchanted forests, underwater kingdoms and prehistoric lands with hosts Gen Muir and Thom Lion, parents discover the science behind why play matters.

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CREDITS:

Host: Thom Lion and Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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It's been a while since we've checked in on you!

One thing we've realised over the years is our emotions changing. Did you know that science tells us that having a child changes your brain forever. 

In latest episode of parenting podcast This Glorious Mess, Dr Golly breaks down the reason you may cry at the news. Or feel overcome by emotions at the smallest things.

It turns out that your amygdala, your brain’s emotional HQ, opens up a whole new range of emotions designed to help you care for your child. But it also starts to influence how you interact with the world around you... and guess what, its forever!  

You can listen to more of This Glorious Mess here. 

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Host: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd

With thanks to Dr Golly & Thom Lion

Producer: Grace Rouvray

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

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Have you ever looked at a toddler and thought…why on Earth are you doing that?! Well, you’re not alone. In this bonus episode, we hear from Matty J and Fiona Falkiner to find out what it is their toddler is doing that they just don’t seem to understand.

From post-daycare meltdowns to parental preferences, toddlers have a unique way of expressing themselves that can sometimes be challenging to comprehend.

So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares some wisdom and practical tips to help understand toddler behaviour and how to manage it.

GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Email us at [email protected]

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Host: Gen Muir

Guests: Matty J and Fiona Falkiner

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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There's a big wide world out there, and everyday is an opportunity for our kids to learn and grow... but what happens when external influences come into the mix. 

From pre-school friends, to TV ads and family members, our kids manage a lot of external influences every single day. 

So this episode, parenting expert Gen Muir shares with us some ways to keep your little one safe from negative influences and encourage them towards more positive ones.

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CREDITS:

Host: Leigh Campbell

Expert: Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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