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On The Brain Architects from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, we explore emerging science in early childhood development and strategies and policy solutions for supporting young children and their caregivers. We examine how the conditions where children live, grow, play, and learn shape their development, lifelong physical and mental health, and well-being. This includes a... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, Nat Kendall-Taylor, CEO of the FrameWorks Institute, Lindsey Burghardt, our Chief Science Officer; Margot Brown, Senior Vice President of Justice & Equity at the Environmental Defense Fund; and Jaclyn Roessel,... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, Dr. Nat Kendall-Taylor, CEO of the FrameWorks Institute, Dr. Lindsey Burghardt, our Chief Science Officer, and Dr. Leah Austin, President and CEO of the National Black Child Development Institute, dive into th... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, the Center’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Lindsey Burghardt, talked with Jennifer B. Wallace, award-winning journalist, and founder of the Mattering Institute who has written extensively on the topic of matterin... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, Lindsey Burghardt, MD, MPH, FAAP, moderates a conversation with Joseph G. Allen, DSc, MPH, associate professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and director of Harvard’s Healthy Buildings Progr... more

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Margo Brown
Senior Vice President of Justice and Equity at the Environmental Defense Fund
Environmental Defense Fund
Episode: Connecting Early Childhood Development to Climate Change
Jacqueline Russell
President and CEO of Grown Up Navajo
Grown Up Navajo
Episode: Connecting Early Childhood Development to Climate Change
Dr. Leah Austin
President and CEO of the National Black Child Development Institute
National Black Child Development Institute
Episode: Communicating the Relationship Between Place, Racism, and Early Childhood Development
Jennifer Wallace
Award-winning journalist and best-selling author who has explored the power of mattering in everyday life, founder of Mattering Institute
Mattering Institute
Episode: Mattering in Early Childhood: Building a Strong Foundation for Life
Dr. Joseph Allen
Associate Professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Director of Harvard's Healthy Buildings Program
Harvard University
Episode: How Air Quality Affects Early Childhood Development and Health
Dr. Allison Lee
Associate Professor of Medicine, specializing in pulmonology and childhood health
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Episode: How Air Quality Affects Early Childhood Development and Health
Michelle Kang
Chief Executive Officer of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Episode: Addressing the Impact of Extreme Heat on Young Children
Dr. Jennifer Venas
Associate Professor in the School of Sustainability and the College of Global Futures
Arizona State University
Episode: Addressing the Impact of Extreme Heat on Young Children
Dr. Rebecca Spencer
Professor of cognitive neuroscience in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Episode: Why Sleep Matters in Early Childhood Development

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Rebecca Hanson
Senior Director of Communications at the Center on the Developing Child
Sally Fitzer
Host of The Brain Architects

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • High-quality, evidence-based, practical and wise

    As a child psychologist and researcher, I’m incredibly grateful for this podcast from Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child. I often recommend the podcast to parents and assign it to students in my classes.

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    5
    Jessie Stern
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantástico

    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabzn
    Brazil5 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This podcast is fantastic, thank you for carrying on with episodes during COVID-19 and making them so topical. You discuss complex issues regarding a child’s brain development in an accessible way. I’ve found it particularly valuable when you’ve addressed the ways in which a community can support children and parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joing
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Thank you for this COVID 19 edition

    I work with families and children. A lot of the services these families had access to have stopped and many families are stressed, vulnerable to lack of stability and pressures. This provides me with knowledge and information I can use to benefit families. Very critical information. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PolishRoots
    Canada6 years ago
  • Traduction

    Bonjour Céline

    comment avez vous fait pour l’écouter en français ? merci .Cordialement

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Myriam Cassen
    France6 years ago

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Many express gratitude for addressing current issues related to COVID-19 and its effects on children and families.
There are commendations for the accessibility of complex topics regarding childhood development.
Listeners appreciate the high-quality, evidence-based content and its practical applications for caregivers and educators.
Listeners describe the podcast as essential for anyone involved with young children or working in education or health fields.

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Communicating the Relationship Between Place, Racism, and Early Childhood Development
Q: What are your thoughts about how we talk about racism in the context of early childhood?
We must remain clear and consistent in our messaging, providing concrete examples of how these issues manifest socially and how they can be addressed.
Communicating the Relationship Between Place, Racism, and Early Childhood Development
Q: How can we ensure that the findings from the research get out there and inform the way people think about strategy or practice communications?
By using toolkits to translate research into actionable strategies and encouraging local application of these strategies in communities.
Communicating the Relationship Between Place, Racism, and Early Childhood Development
Q: Why do you think communicating about the connection between place, racism, and early childhood development is important?
Because environments are shaped by policy decisions influenced by structural racism, and understanding this connection helps us address issues of equity in child development.
Connecting Early Childhood Development to Climate Change
Q: How do we present overwhelming issues to lead people to lean in instead of turning away?
Incorporating youth perspectives in the dialogue can create a more powerful conversation and engage the community effectively.
Connecting Early Childhood Development to Climate Change
Q: How do you see this research and understanding mindsets helping in climate communications?
The research highlights the need to address climate change in ways that connect to health and prosperity, making it relatable and actionable for the audience.

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Focusing on the nuances of early childhood development, this content brings together experts to discuss scientific advancements and policy solutions that impact young children and their caregivers. Key themes include the importance of environmental factors—such as clean air, safe drinking water, and stable housing—on children's development, alongside an emphasis on community and caregiver relationships. Unique discussions about toxic stress, the effects of extreme weather, and initiatives to enhance early childhood education reveal actionable strategies aimed at improving children's well-being. Through interviews with prominent researchers and practitioners, listeners gain access to a wealth of information crucial for navigating the complex... more

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2. Jacqueline Russell
3. Dr. Leah Austin
4. Jennifer Wallace
5. Dr. Joseph Allen
6. Dr. Allison Lee
7. Michelle Kang
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