Play Pointers | Karl Rohnke Play Pointers | Karl Rohnke Description Episode 284: In this episode, Phil revisits the influential book ‘Silver Bullets’ by Karl Rohnke, sharing key insights and play pointers

Mastering Belaying: Essential Skills for Belayers Mastering Belaying: Essential Skills for Belayers Description Episode 283: Phil discusses the top five skills essential for effective belaying. He emphasizes the importance of physicality,

Organizational Culture and Staff Retention | Jim Grout Organizational Culture and Staff Retention | Jim Grout Description Episode 282: This conversation delves into the significance of organizational culture, emphasizing its

T.E.A.M Communication Styles | Alan Krieger T.E.A.M Communication Styles | Alan Krieger Description Episode 281: In this episode of Vertical Playpen, Phil and Alan Krieger discuss the significance of understanding different communication

Movement Therapy for Adventure Educators | Tom Swales Movement Therapy for Adventure Educators | Tom Swales Description Episode 280: In this conversation, Phil and Tom Swales (Physiotherapist and strength coach) explore the

The Art of Communication | Salvatore Manzi The Art of Communication | Salvatore Manzi Description Episode 279: In this episode, Phil and Salvatore Manzi delve into the art of communication,

Facilitating Reflections | Thomas Lahnthaler Facilitating Reflections | Thomas Lahnthaler Description Episode 278: In this episode, Phil interviews Thomas Lahnthaler about his book ‘Facilitating Reflections’. They discuss the inspiration behind

“Can I Come Down?..YES!” “Can I Come Down?..YES!” Description Episode #277: In this episode, Phil discusses the importance of empowering participants in climbing activities by allowing them to make choices about their

Challenging the Accessibility of Outdoor Education | Devin Farkas Challenging the Accessibility of Outdoor Education | Devin Farkas Description Episode 276: In this conversation, Phil and Devin Farkas discuss the evolving

Near Misses on the Challenge Course Near Misses on the Challenge Course Description Episode 275: In this conversation, Phil Brown discusses the nuances of training in challenge courses, emphasizing the

The Power of Play | Ken Weisner The Power of Play | Ken Weisner Description Epsiode 274: In this conversation, Phil Brown and Ken Weisner explore the significance of play

The Experiential Learning Cycle | Romy Alexandra The Experiential Learning Cycle | Romy Alexandra Description: Episode 273: In this conversation, Romy Alexandra discusses the concept of experiential learning, sharing her