Podcast
How To Build A Universe
Hosted by Mamamia Podcasts · EN
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.
This podcast was made in partnership with LEGO®.
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She Built That: How Katherine Bennell-Pegg Became Australia's First Astronaut
Sep 1000:16:41Tap to summarizeWelcome to She Built That, the podcast series where we discover incredible women and girls who didn't just dream big...they BUILT their futures! In this episode, you'll hear from the incredible Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australia's first-ever astronaut qualified under the Australian flag. Hear how Katherine went from being a young girl staring up at the starry night sky and dreaming of becoming an astronaut, to building her future and making it her reality. Tune in to find out how she took her dream and BUILT it into something out of this world! This is a co-listening podcast for parents and kids to enjoy together. She Built That was made in partnership with LEGO Girls. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here.Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Send us a voice message and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →She Built That: How Abbie Jane's Using Rainbow Shoelaces To Build A Brighter World
Sep 300:12:15Tap to summarizeWelcome to She Built That, the podcast series where we discover incredible women and girls who didn't just dream big...they BUILT their futures! In this episode, you'll hear from Abbie Jane, an inspiring teen using rainbow beads to make every kid feel safe being themselves. Bead by bead, Abbie Jane has built the Rainbow Shoelace Project which has gone from being a local hit in her hometown of Broken Hill to a full-blown social movement spreading kindness around the world. Tune in to find out how she took her dream and BUILT it into something real. This is a co-listening podcast for parents and kids to enjoy together. She Built That was made in partnership with LEGO Girls. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here.Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Send us a voice message and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. CREDITS: Host: Annaliese ToddAudio Producer and Writer: Thom LionProducer: Tina MatalovExecutive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →She Built That: How Charli Hately's Carving Out A Surfing Career At Just 15
Aug 2700:11:15Tap to summarizeWelcome to She Built That, the podcast series where we discover incredible women and girls who didn't just dream big...they BUILT their futures! In this episode, you'll hear from Charli Hately, an amazing young surfer who has been carving out an incredible career on the waves at only 15 years old. She tells us how she turned her injury setbacks into an opportunity to work on her mindset. Hang ten with us to find out how Charli went from being a typical tween living on the Gold Coast to taking the global surfing community by storm. This is a co-listening podcast for parents and kids to enjoy together. She Built That was made in partnership with LEGO Girls. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here.Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Send us a voice message and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. CREDITS: Host: Annaliese ToddAudio Producer and Writer: Thom LionProducer: Tina MatalovExecutive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →She Built That: The Moment Chloé Hayden's Acting Dreams Came True
Aug 2000:18:33Tap to summarizeWelcome to She Built That, the podcast series where we discover incredible women and girls who didn't just dream big...they BUILT their futures! In this episode, Chloé Hayden tells us how she overcame obstacles, and built her dream life as an actor. She even shares how she turned what some others saw as a challenge, into her superpower. Tune in to find out how Chloé went from playing Princess Aspien on her YouTube channel to starring in a hit Netflix TV show and more! This is a co-listening podcast for parents and kids to enjoy together. She Built That was made in partnership with LEGO Girls. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here.Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Send us a voice message and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. CREDITS: Host: Annaliese ToddAudio Producer and Writer: Thom LionProducer: Tina MatalovScript Consultant: Jacob RoundExecutive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Introducing... She Built That!
Aug 1300:01:37Tap to summarizeIntroducing: She Built That, the podcast series where we discover incredible women who didn't just dream big... They BUILT their futures! Each episode, host Annaliese Todd will share how these amazing women stacked their talents, overcame obstacles, and created something spectacular that changed the world. Like how Heartbreak High star Chloe Hayden turned what others saw as weakness, into her superpower! Or how Katheryn Bennell-Pegg became Australia's first-ever female astronaut — when the path didn't exist, she blazed one open! And many more... This is a co-listening podcast for parents and kids to enjoy together. She Built That. A place where incredible girls don't just dream, they build! Brought to you by LEGO Girls. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. Send us a voice message and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. CREDITS: Host: Annaliese ToddAudio Producer and Writer: Thom LionProducer: Tina MatalovExecutive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Trains, Planes And Adventure Games!
Apr 23, 202500:11:02Tap to summarizeWelcome 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. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Email us: podcast@mamamia.com.au Send us a voice message, and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Come Visit Dinosaur Valley
Apr 16, 202500:14:30Tap to summarizeWelcome 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! THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Email us: podcast@mamamia.com.au Send us a voice message, and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. 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 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jet Boy And Glow Girl's Superhero Adventure
Apr 9, 202500:13:06Tap to summarizeWelcome 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. THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Email us: podcast@mamamia.com.au Send us a voice message, and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Into The Jungle We Go
Apr 2, 202500:15:05Tap to summarizeWelcome 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! THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Email us: podcast@mamamia.com.au Send us a voice message, and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. 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 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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Under The Sea
Mar 26, 202500:13:42Tap to summarizeWelcome 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! THE END BITS: Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Email us: podcast@mamamia.com.au Send us a voice message, and one of our podcast producers will get back to you ASAP. 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 "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.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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