worldie unboxed

in this episode, we talk with Arun Gomatam, founder of Sneakies, about picky eaters, pancake mornings, and making the better choice a little easier in real life. we get into the story behind Sneakies, why fruits and veggies do not have to feel so serious, and how family food rituals can still be fun, nostalgic, and a little more nutritious.

in this episode, we talk with James Horne about the small decision that changed his life, how MMA helped him build confidence, and why kids need more chances to struggle, fail, figure things out, and keep going. we also get into parenting, competition, community, and the idea that sometimes the best thing we can do for kids is let them hold the light.

andi’s green box turns out to be completely ordinary. the squirrel, however, might not be. a stolen piece of chalk leads andi, jojo and elise to an old mark hidden at the edge of the park... and the first clue that the strange things they’ve been noticing may be connected.

a worldie short story about curiosity, following clues, and paying attention to what everyone else might miss.

in this episode, we talk with david hill about why most kids’ shoes are not really built around kids’ feet, even when they come in kids’ sizes. david shares how soccer shaped his life, how movement still influences the way he shows up today, and what he has learned from decades in footwear development. we also get into his role helping bring worldie to life, what parents may be missing when buying kids’ shoes, and why the right pair is really an investment in how kids move, play, and grow.

jojo finds a mysterious blue box under the basketball hoop, slips on the shoes inside, and suddenly the whole court starts to feel different. in the second game of the Playground League, basketball turns into timing, movement, chaos, and maybe a little bit of magic.

this season, we’re looking at the small decisions, people, and environments that shape how kids move, play, and build confidence before sports ever get serious.

in this episode, we talk with joe sorenson of Boys & Girls Club of Southwest County about the kids who may not be on the club team or see themselves as athletes, but still want a place to move, compete, belong, and have fun. we get into why after-school programs are so much more than childcare, how structure and fun work together, and why kids need safe, supportive places where they can try new things, find what they love, and just be kids.

elise likes finishing things. the park has other ideas. when a mysterious box appears beneath an old park bench, elise discovers that sometimes the best way to understand the game isn't to control it... it's to see how it all fits together. a worldie short story about curiosity, adaptability, and finding the next move.

pilot story. welcome to the very first worldie short story. maya is tired of getting tired when the games are just getting good. then she discovers a mysterious box beside a park bench... and an ordinary afternoon becomes something much more interesting. we'd love to hear what you and your kids think as we continue building worldie unboxed: the playground league.

in this episode, we talk with alan power, founder of SizeWise, about one decision that seems simple but usually involves a lot more guessing than we realize: finding the right shoe size for our kids. we get into why old sizing methods can miss the mark, why fit matters for growing feet, and how tools like SizeWise can help parents make a better call without making the process harder.

Welcome back to another episode of worldie unboxed. Today, Aaron and I will recap our recent Kickstarter soft launch and discuss expectations for the next phase of the business. As this is the beginning of a new chapter for worldie as a business, we look forward to tweaking the podcast format. We still plan on including conversations with new and exciting guests, but we also want to focus on the next stage of this journey, so more to come on that.

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