Building Blocks explores the crucial first one-thousand days of childhood development. In this series, we will provide a practical guide founded in the science behind early childhood development. We also will address the issues and obstacles many families face, while identifying tools and resources that can help give children the best start to a successful life.
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Human Flourishing | Professor James Heckman and Alison Baulos
Special | 1h 14m 46s | Long-term economic and social benefits of investing in early childhood development. (1h 14m 46s)
From Circle Time to Screen Time | Dr. Amber Brooks
Special | 31m 45s | Dr. Amber Brooks, Division Vice President of Operations at Bright Horizons (31m 45s)
Supporting Language Development | Rachel Lieske Part II
Special | 32m 16s | Part of of our discussion with Rachel Lieske. (32m 16s)
Play Is the Work of Childhood | Rachel Lieske
Special | 30m 50s | In this episode, Rachel Lieske, M.A., CCC-SLP, Lead Speech-Language Pathologist at Wee Care Therapy (30m 50s)
A Lifelong Impact with a "Head Start" | Brandy Jania & Dr. Karen Carradine
Special | 30m 51s | Dr. Karen Carradine of Head Start NWI and Brandy Jania, of Geminus discuss there goals and more! (30m 51s)
Investing in Early Childhood, One Block at a Time | Maureen Weber
Special | 32m 13s | The conversation dives into four pillars of focus: expanding childcare access & much more! (32m 13s)
Building a Better Beginning | Mark Latta
Special | 36m 39s | Building a Better Beginning | Mark Latta (36m 39s)
Broadcasting Brighter Beginnings | Chuck Roberts
Special | 34m | Chuck Roberts, President and CEO of Lakeshore Public Media, about the Building Blocks Program goals (34m)
Beyond Books: How Libraries Build Brains, Families, and Community | Julie Wendorf
Special | 30m 38s | Julie Wendorf of Crown Point Library shares how libraries foster early literacy (30m 38s)
The Strength in Asking for Help | Payton Summers
Special | 28m 36s | Resource referral services are crucial for supporting families with young children. (28m 36s)
The Journey to Motherhood | Hadassah Moore
Special | 33m 27s | Mary Jane Eisenhauer sits down with Hadassah Moore, a new mother. (33m 27s)
Indiana Early Childhood Education Day 2025
Special | 38m 40s | Chuck Roberts interviews from across the state during Indiana Early Childhood Education Day 2025 (38m 40s)
Supporting Moms, Babies & Community Health | Frank Mrvan
Special | 31m 58s | Congressman Frank Mrvan discusses critical issues surrounding maternal and infant health in Northwes (31m 58s)
Diaper Need & Family Well-Being | Jennifer Trowbridge
Special | 32m 28s | Exploring diaper need, its impact, and a new WIC pilot program in Northwest Indiana. (32m 28s)
From Blue-Collar Roots to Public Service | Senator Rodney Pol
Special | 40m 38s | Senator Rodney Pol of the 4th District of Indiana shares his passion for early education and more. (40m 38s)
Education, Equity & Advocating for Families | Erika Robinson-Watkins
Special | 33m 18s | Erika Robinson-Watkins, an advocate for families. She champions diversity, equity, and more. (33m 18s)
Nature, Education, & Family Support | Heather Hahn-Sullivan
Special | 31m 7s | Heather Hahn-Sullivan, Executive Director of the Dunes Learning Center. (31m 7s)
Fighting Hunger in Northwest Indiana | Victor Garcia
Special | 31m 32s | Victor Garcia is President & CEO of the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana. (31m 32s)
Building Stronger Families, Mental Health & Early Childhood | Andrea Sherwin (Part II)
Special | 31m 45s | Part II with Andrea Shwerin of Mental Health of America of Northwest Indiana (31m 45s)
Building Stronger Families, Mental Health & Early Childhood | Andrea Sherwin
Special | 27m 29s | Andrea Sherwin of Mental Health America of Northwest Indiana. (27m 29s)
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