Disrupting Childhood: The Magic of Camp Starlight

On this episode of Disrupt, For Good, I sit with Robbie Gothelf, one of the Directors of Camp Starlight, to explore why summer camp continues to shape generations of kids long after the summer ends.Having grown up at Camp Starlight himself, I share a personal perspective on the unique environment camp creates; one built on independence, tradition, friendship, and leadership. Robbie discusses how Camp Starlight has evolved while staying true to the core values that make sleepaway camp such a transformative experience.In a world dominated by phones, social media, and constant connection, camp offers something rare: a place where kids can truly be present, build confidence, and form lifelong friendships.We discuss the traditions that define Starlight, the role counselors play in shaping campers’ lives, and why the camp experience may be more important today than ever before. Robbie also reflects on his own journey, from a homesick camper writing letters home to becoming one of the leaders responsible for creating the same life-changing summers for thousands of kids.