Build the Change Planet People Podcast

Episode 4: Build for Belonging - Build for Community

Episode: Build for Community – Tackling Loneliness Through Creative Connection! This episode inspires children to explore social awareness, community care, and emotional intelligence, while learning and playing hands-on. Welcome to the Build the Change: Planet People Podcast, brought to you by the LEGO Group and The Day! In this heartwarming episode, hosts Natalie Rodden and Priya Chauhan challenge young listeners aged 7–14 to design a creative project that helps people feel less lonely and more connected in their community. Theme: Build for Community – A Build for Belonging Challenge. This episode focuses on "Build for Community," a challenge within the Build for Belonging series! Grab your LEGO® bricks, recycled materials, or art supplies and start building something that brings people together and helps tackle loneliness in imaginative, meaningful ways. Special Guest: Andrea Wigfield Co-Director of the Campaign to End Loneliness, Andrea shares real insights about why loneliness matters and how young people can be part of the solution. Who is this for? * Teachers & Educators * Use for design thinking or social/community themed sessions. * Home Schoolers & Clubs * Great for LEGO Clubs, after-school and breakfast clubs. * Families – A fun way to explore empathy and connection through creativity. You can build as you listen! Interactive Elements: * Build for Community – Design something that helps people feel more connected. * Empathy in Action – Explore how kindness and design can reduce loneliness. * Make a Difference – Create a build that supports your local community. * Join the Competition – Share your idea to win amazing LEGO prizes! * Enter here: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition] * Share your ideas with us! Upload your design to the #buildthechangegallery https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/] (note: this won’t be counted as a competition entry) Stay Connected: Subscribe for more episodes full of creativity, empathy, and social impact! Learn more at: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/] Contact & Social Media: https://www.lego.com/ [https://www.lego.com/] https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/] https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/ [https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/] https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/ [https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/] https://x.com/thedaytweets [https://x.com/thedaytweets] Disclaimer: This podcast is brought to you by the LEGO Group’s social impact program Build the Change and The Day. For more information on our privacy policy and terms of service, visit our websites. Full T&Cs & Prize details: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk].

Episode 3: Build for Belonging - Build for Nature

Build for Nature - Transforming Cities with Surprising Green Spaces! This podcast inspires kids to use their imaginations, solve real-world problems, and explore how green design can help both people and the planet. Welcome to the Build the Change: Planet People Podcast, brought to you by the LEGO Group and The Day! In this inspiring episode, hosts David Pallash (the LEGO Group) and Priya Chauhan (The Day) invite kids aged 7-14 to reimagine their cities by bringing nature into unexpected places using creativity, empathy, and design. Theme: Build for Nature - A Build for Belonging Challenge This episode focuses on "Build for Nature," a challenge within the Build for Belonging series! Get ready to grab your LEGO® bricks, recycled materials, or art supplies and design surprising urban green spaces that bring joy, biodiversity, and nature to everyday places. Special Guest: Elise Van Middelem, Founder and CEO of SUGi, shares her expertise on transforming cities through urban rewilding and micro-forests, inspiring young builders to think big—even in small spaces! Who is this for? * Teachers & Educators - Perfect for STEM or eco-projects. * Home Schoolers & Clubs - Ideal for LEGO Clubs, after-school and breakfast clubs. * Families - A fun way to explore nature and city design together at home. You can build as you listen! Interactive elements: * Build for Nature: Create something green, awesome, and totally unexpected! * Innovate for Cities: Think creatively about nature in urban spaces. * Rewild Your World: Imagine how your build can transform a city block or school playground. * Join the Competition - Submit your idea for a chance to win LEGO prizes! Enter here: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition] * Share your ideas with us! Upload your design to the #buildthechangegallery https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/] (note: this won't be counted as a competition entry) Stay Connected: Subscribe for more hands-on design challenges and inspiring eco stories! Learn more at: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/] Contact & Social Media: https://www.lego.com/ [https://www.lego.com/] https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/] https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/ [https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/] https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/ [https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/] https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/] https://x.com/thedaytweets [https://x.com/thedaytweets] Disclaimer: This podcast is brought to you by the LEGO Group's social impact program Build the Change and The Day. For more information on our privacy policy and terms of service, visit our websites. Full T&Cs and prize details: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk]

Episode 2: Build for Belonging – Design with Empathy

Build with Empathy - Redesigning Community Spaces for Everyone! This podcast episode promotes design thinking, problem-solving, and empathy through playful learning. Welcome to Build the Change: Planet People Podcast, powered by the LEGO Group and The Day! In this episode, hosts David Pallash (the LEGO Group) and Priya Chauhan (The Day) challenge young creators aged 7-14 to design inclusive community spaces using empathy and creativity. Theme: Design with Empathy - Build for Belonging This episode focuses on "Design with Empathy," a challenge within the Build for Belonging series. Get ready to grab your LEGO bricks, art supplies, or even recycled materials to redesign a space in your community that works for everyone - especially those with different needs and abilities. Special Guest: Oliver Marlow, founder of Studio Tilt, shares insights on creating accessible environments that are welcoming for everyone. Who is this for? * Teachers & Schools - Use this for design or social/personal learning. * Home Educators & Clubs - Great for LEGO Clubs, after-school and breakfast clubs. * Families - Learn and build together at home! You can build as you listen! Interactive Elements: * Design with Empathy - Redesign a real-world space that works for everyone. * Accessibility Matters - Think about mobility, sensory needs, and more. * Make an Impact - Design something that helps your whole community. * Enter the Competition - Submit your design for a chance to win amazing LEGO prizes! Enter here: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition] * Share your ideas with us! Upload your design to the #buildthechangegallery: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/ [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/] (Note: this won't be counted as a competition entry) Stay Connected: Subscribe for more episodes full of inspiring guests and creative challenges! Learn more at: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition] Contact & Social Media: * https://www.lego.com/ [https://www.lego.com/] * https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/ [https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/] * https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/ [https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/] * https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/] * https://x.com/thedaytweets [https://x.com/thedaytweets] Disclaimer: This podcast is brought to you by the LEGO Group's social impact program Build the Change and The Day. For more information on our privacy policy and terms of service, visit our websites. Summary Terms and Conditions: UK, 18+ parent/guardian of child (7-14yrs). Ends 12:00 30/06/25. Submit child's 'Build for Belonging' design to enter. No purchase. Prizes: 2 x LEGO Build the Challenge kits and 1 x 3-month subscription to The Day (non-members only). 3 winning submissions, each by a team of up to 4. One prize per person. Full terms and prize details: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk [https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk]

Episode 1: Build the Change Planet People Podcast: Let's build a playstreet!

Build the Change Planet People Podcast Episode 1: Let's build a playstreet Hosts: Natalie Rodden (Teacher and Maker), Priya Chauhan (Journalist) Special guest: Dominique Palmer Episode Summary: Welcome to the first episode of the Build the Change Planet People Podcast, brought to you by the LEGO Group’s Build the Change team and The Day [https://theday.co.uk/]. Join hosts Natalie and Priya as they embark on a creative journey to inspire listeners to reimagine their streets as wild play spaces perfect for children and nature. This episode is designed as a build-along, so grab your LEGO® bricks, art supplies, or building materials and let’s get ready to play and learn! Who’s it for? Primary and Middle Schools, home educators, children’s clubs and families. This podcast is perfect for children aged 7-11, in any setting. It can be used in the classroom and in the home. It's a fantastic tool to encourage learning through play, ideal for wet playtime, LEGO Clubs, and both breakfast and after-school clubs. Families can also enjoy the podcast at home, making playtime both educational and fun. We recommend setting out pens and paper, LEGO bricks or other creative or recycled materials before playing the podcast, allowing kids to build and create however they like, while they listen. This podcast offers children a fun and engaging way to find out about environmental careers, develop creative thinking skills and learn how they can help the planet. They can literally learn while they play. Special Guest: In every episode, our hosts are going to be speaking to amazing people who are making it their job to help the planet. These are PLANET PEOPLE! This week our Planet Person is the lovely world-renowned Dominique Palmer, an environmentalist and writer who uses words, fashion and music to influence world leaders to take better care of our planet. Interactive Elements: * Build-Along Activity: Reimagine your street as a wild play street. Use any materials at hand to draw or build a map and then transform it into a nature-friendly space. * Visualisation Exercise: Picture your street without cars, think about the sounds, smells, and sights of a nature-rich environment. * Iteration Challenge: Improve your initial design by incorporating feedback and making it more wildlife-friendly. * Enter the competition: Once you have created your wild play street, you can find out more about how to enter the competition and win amazing prizes for your school! Visit: www.theday.co.uk/build-the-change-planet-play/ [http://www.theday.co.uk/build-the-change-planet-play/] * Upload your photo to the online gallery: You can also upload a photo and one sentence description to our Build the Change gallery (but please note this won’t be counted as a competition entry) Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and creative challenges in upcoming episodes. Subscribe and keep in touch: Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes of the Planet People Podcast! Goodbye! Contact & Social Media: * LEGO Group Website [https://www.lego.com] * The Day Website [https://www.theday.co.uk] Disclaimer: This podcast is brought to you by the LEGO Group’s social impact program Build the Change and The Day. For more information on our privacy policy and terms of service, visit our websites.