Shaping Our World

You’re a parent or maybe you work with young people in your job - but either way, you have a desire to inspire the young people in your life. Hi, my name is Chris Tompkins, a 20 plus years veteran of youth development. Both on the front lines and leading the youth development organization, Muskoka Woods. I’m also a dad. Shaping Our World is a podcast that invites you into a conversation that will leave you more confident in inspiring and understanding the young people in your life.

Protecting Our Kids Online and Beyond with Sofia Friesen 05/01/2025

Understanding and Supporting Kids’ Mental Health with Dr. Robin Baweja 04/17/2025

Breaking Barriers: Lessons in Inclusion, Independence and Purpose 04/01/2025

Inspiring Young Minds Through Storytelling with Sara Furlong 03/13/2025

Money Smarts for the Next Generation: A Conversation with Angelique de Montbrun 02/27/2025

Letting Kids Take Risks: Insights from Dr. Mariana Brussoni 11/28/2024

Understanding the Teenage Brain with Ellen Galinsky 11/14/2024

Shaping Minds Through Nature: A Conversation with Dave Krocker 10/31/2024

Raising Tomorrow's Leaders: A Conversation with Dr. Karyn Gordon 10/17/2024

Redefining Care with Elissa Strauss: The Unexpected Magic of Supporting Others 10/03/2024

Finding Joy After Loss: Jessica Janzen on Resiliency and Parenting 08/29/2024

Unlocking Teen Potential with Emer O’Donnell 08/15/2024

Living Authentically: Insights from Dr. Merry Lin on Helping Our Kids Thrive 08/01/2024

Raising Digital Citizens: A Conversation with Matthew Johnson 07/18/2024

Building Strong Family Connections with Aly Pain 07/04/2024

Truth, Reconciliation and Community: Insights from Natasha Maxwell 06/20/2024

Nurturing Faith and Confidence in Today's Youth with Brad Griffin 06/06/2024

Navigating Therapy with Marianne Deeks: Insights for Parents and Teens 05/23/2024

Navigating Parenting Challenges: Insights from Certified Coach Robbin McManne 05/02/2024

Exploring the Benefits of the Gap Year with Michelle Dittmer 04/18/2024

Breaking the Ice: Brady Leavold's Journey from Darkness to Light 04/04/2024

Art, Faith, and Family: Dan Scott Shares Strategies for Engaging Kids 03/21/2024

Nurturing Your Child's Personal Brand with Stacey Ross Cohen 03/07/2024

From SADness to Sunshine: Illuminating Paths to Happiness with Dr. Norman Rosenthal 02/22/2024

Generations in Focus: Perspectives on Leadership and Inclusion with Denley & Tajé McIntosh 02/08/2024

Youth Insights Unveiled: Season Three In Review 11/16/2023

Nurturing Empathy: A Journey into Exceptionality with Zoe O'Neill 11/02/2023

Math Education Revolution: A Chat with Vanessa Vakharia on Raising Math-Loving Kids 10/19/2023

Guarding Our Youth: A Candid Conversation on Canadian Human Trafficking with Sofia Friesen 10/05/2023

Fostering Resilient and Creative Minds in Youth with Jas Hundal 09/21/2023