Apr 2026

LEARN Podcasts

In Conversation with Mariana Brussoni: Safe as Necessary, Not as Possible

Mariana Brussoni talks with ShiftED Podcast host Chris Colley about what adults are afraid of when it comes to children's risky play, as well as ways and resources for better supporting children to play freely and take risks.

Apr 2026

The Locked up Living Podcast

Reimagining Play: The Role of Risk in Childhood Growth

Dr. Mariana Brussoni talks with Dr. Naomi Murphy and David Jones, of The Locked up Living Podcast, about the importance of outdoor risky play.

Feb 2026

The Seattle Times

As kids adapt to boredom, unstructured fun rises again

Importance of unstructured play in children's lives and their delopment

Feb 2026

Active Play, Every Day Podcast

Active Play and Why Risky Play Matters More Than You Think

Dr. Emily Greenwald talks with Dr. Mariana Brussoni about the importance of children's outdoor risky play

Jan 2026

The Walrus

Is It Dangerous to let Kids Be Free?

Article looks at children's independence and play outside. Includes interview with Dr. Mariana Brussoni.

Jan 2026

Embracing Risky Play at School: Getting Kids Outdoors to Explore, Learn, and Grow

In this book, Drs. Megan Zeni and Mariana Brussoni provide K-8 educators with practical, research-based guidance for implementing - and advocating for! - risky play at school.