History Of Gendered Toys, Volunteers Helping Patients With Brain Injuries

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As the holiday shopping season rolls on, parents are sure to notice the divide between toys for boys and girls. Our guest explains the science and history behind gendered toys, and how it affects our kids. Then, we learn about a volunteer group focused on supporting medical patients who are dealing with brain injuries.

Featured in this Show

  • The Science of Gendered Toys

    Our guest expert joins us to break down the science behind the gender-directed marketing when it comes to the aisles of boys and girls toys this holiday season.

  • UW Hospital Gets First Of Its Kind Peer Volunteer Program

    UW Hospitals have a new peer volunteer group helping recovering brain injury and stroke victims who have recovered from their own brain injuries themselves. A case manager for the hospital joins to discuss the program.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Producer
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • KP Whaley Producer
  • Christia Brown Guest
  • Jodi Atwell Guest