Episode Playlist
The Playful City: Roads and Sport - Riskier Than Playgrounds( 0:14:54)
Episode Information
Dr. Damien Puddle, New Zealand's first PhD in parkour, challenges one of our most persistent assumptions about child safety in this episode of The Playful City. Are playgrounds really as dangerous as we think - and are roads and organised sport actually riskier? A thought provoking look at risk, play, and how we can better design our communities for children.
Published: 1/08/2026 7:00:00 a.m.
The Playful City: The Future of Play( 0:15:58)
Episode Information
Dr. Damien Puddle, New Zealand's first PhD in parkour, turns his attention to the future of play in this episode of The Playful City. From city design to child development, Damien challenges conventional thinking and explores what play could and should look like in the years ahead. Practical, visionary, and essential listening for parents, educators, and urban planners.
Published: 18/07/2026 7:00:00 a.m.