Zara and Leo head to outer space to discover the mysteries of the universe... and beyond! Listen to the story of the first Canadian to walk in space to find out how learning can help you reach your BIG dreams. In this episode, you will: discover how developing a love of learning can make your life incredibly interesting travel to... space! be inspired by Chris Hadfield , the first Canadian to walk in space Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a growth mindset and...
Nov 26, 2019•17 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Zara and Leo are on a mission to hear from YOU! Find out more in our mini-episodes as Big Life Kids from across the world tell us about their amazing adventures! In this episode, Kestrel from Colorado in the United States explains how she uses a positive mindset to help her become a mighty rock climber! Tune in to discover how you can use her rockin' encouragement techniques too! Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a growth mindset and discover why effort is key...
Nov 21, 2019•7 min•Season 2Ep. 14
After some mild turbulence, Zara and Leo land at the foot of the Himalayas. Leo is determined to find a rare goat, but realizes that sometimes the most important thing is to do your best and have fun along the way. This week, discover the adventures of Edurne Pasaban, the mountaineer who put her friends first on her search for a world record. In this episode, you will: discover why effort is key and how it can help you achieve your goals travel to Spain be inspired by Edurne Pasaban , a famous m...
Nov 15, 2019•18 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Zara and Leo are on a mission to hear from YOU! Find out more in our mini-episodes as Big Life Kids from across the world tell us about their amazing adventures! In this episode, Izayah from Connecticut in the United States tells us about the challenges he faced when he hurt his finger and went to the hospital, and how the experience made him stronger. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a growth mindset and how challenges make you stronger, read chapter 6 from ...
Nov 08, 2019•7 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Zara and Leo land in Sangli, the small “Turmeric City” of Western India. Will Zara be able to rise to the challenges that face her? And how many mangoes does it take to fill a fine leg slip? Find out how the best Indian cricket player in the world tackles each challenge head-on! In this episode, you will: discover how challenges make you stronger travel to India be inspired by Smriti Mandhana , a famous cricket player from India Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about havi...
Nov 01, 2019•19 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Zara and Leo love hearing stories from the Big Life Kids (our listeners)! In the mini-episodes, you will discover some of the amazing things the Big Life Kids are up to in their own lives... prepare to be dazzled! To submit YOUR story, go to biglifejournal.com/podcast . We can't wait to hear from YOU! In this episode, Peyton from South Carolina in the USA gives us some excellent advice on how to focus on being yourself, and doing your best. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn mor...
Jul 24, 2019•6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Zara and Leo arrive in Papua New Guinea! Leo is nervous about the big bird festival; will Zara be able to convince him that being HIMSELF is the best way to have fun? And discover the amazing and unique voyages of Kira Salak, the brave explorer and journalist who traveled the world and found... herself! In this episode, you will: discover how to celebrate who YOU are travel to Papua New Guinea be inspired by Kira Salak , the brave explorer and journalist Produced by Big Life Journal . If you wan...
Jul 17, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Zara and Leo love hearing stories from the Big Life Kids (our listeners)! In the mini-episodes, you will discover some of the amazing things the Big Life Kids are up to in their own lives... prepare to be dazzled! To submit YOUR story, go to biglifejournal.com/podcast . We can't wait to hear from YOU! In this episode, Joshua from South Carolina in the USA helps Zara and Leo to discover the powerful impact of helping your community. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about h...
Jul 10, 2019•7 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Zara and Leo wake up in the middle of the Malaysian rainforest...beside a hungry leopard! Find out how we can use gratitude to help us appreciate and take care of the environment, as we meet the wildlife biologist on a mission to protect the world’s smallest bears. In this episode, you will: discover why being grateful is so important travel to Malaysia be inspired by Dr. Siew Te Wong, wildlife biologis. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a growth mindset and h...
Jul 03, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Zara and Leo love hearing stories from the Big Life Kids (our listeners)! In the mini-episodes, you will discover some of the amazing things the Big Life Kids are up to in their own lives... prepare to be dazzled! To submit YOUR story, go to biglifejournal.com/podcast . We can't wait to hear from YOU! This week, Josh from Calgary in Canada gives us his expert tree climbing tips, and shows us how persistence helped him to push through. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more abou...
Jun 26, 2019•6 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Zara and Leo arrive in London to seek ancient treasures in the depths of the River Thames, and end up finding a basketball! Meet Ade Adepitan, the gold medal winning athlete that will help Leo understand that basketball is about trying, and trying, and trying again! In this episode, you will: discover how staying persistent will help you succeed travel to London, UK be inspired by Ade Adepitan, a wheelchair basketball player Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a...
Jun 18, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Zara and Leo love hearing stories from the Big Life Kids (our listeners)! In the mini-episodes, you will discover some of the amazing things the Big Life Kids are up to in their own lives... prepare to be dazzled! To submit YOUR story, go to biglifejournal.com/podcast . We can't wait to hear from YOU! In this episode, hockey sensation Emma in Albert Canada explains how she used self-talk to help her skate her way to victory on the ice. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more abo...
Jun 12, 2019•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Zara and Leo have accidentally crash landed into the Great Barrier Reef! Will they find a way back from the bottom of the ocean? Will Zara be able to get over her fear of failure? Will Leo be able to eat a whole cake in under 28 seconds? In this episode, you will: learn that failures & mistakes help you grow travel to Australia be inspired by Marita Cheng Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a growth mindset and how failures & mistakes help you grow, read...
Jun 04, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Zara and Leo love hearing stories from the Big Life Kids (our listeners)! In the mini-episodes, you will discover some of the amazing things the Big Life Kids are up to in their own lives... prepare to be dazzled! To submit YOUR story, go to biglifejournal.com/podcast . We can't wait to hear from YOU! In this episode, Grissom from Georgia, USA tells you about his musical journey to believing in himself. Produced by Big Life Journal . If you want to learn more about having a growth mindset and be...
May 29, 2019•6 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The first episode takes you to Paraguay! Zara and Leo discover Los Reciclados de Cateura, the children’s orchestra that uses instruments made out of recycled garbage. Follow their journey and find out how you can keep dreaming big and believing in yourself! In this episode, you will: discover what it means to live a big life learn about a growth mindset and neurogenesis learn you can grow your brain by learning new things be inspired to believe in yourself Produced by Big Life Journal . If you w...
May 28, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Get ready for take-off... Big Life Kids podcast launches May 29th. Big Life Kids teaches children to stay resilient, believe in themselves, and face life's challenges with confidence. In each episode of Big Life Kids, Zara and Leo will travel the world to discover the living heroes that are making a difference in the world today. Produced by Big Life Journal biglifejournal.com Use promo code BIGLIFEKIDS to get 15% off your purchase! Shownotes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Prod...
Apr 29, 2019•3 min
