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A dialog about stepping up, speaking out, being the metaphoric "adult in the room." An exploration of issues where the adults seem to be acting childish, irresponsible, and lacking courage where, as a result, harm is coming to kids these days.
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About Nevin J. Harper
Professor, outdoor educator, and counsellor who writes about how adults fail to protect kids from harm, the value of nature connection and risky play, and the need to stop pathologizing childhood!
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