Planet Bonehead: Teaching Kids Climate Action with Bobby Donohue

Send us Fan MailIn episode 56, host Sid Bensalah interviews Bobby Donohue, founder of Planet Bonehead, an innovative educational platform that uses animation and storytelling to teach kids about climate change and sustainability.Bobby shares his journey from branding executive to climate education advocate, revealing how he leveraged creative content—and even AI—to scale Planet Bonehead into classrooms across the globe. They explore why climate education is missing from most school curricula, how storytelling can empower kids, and the critical role corporate partnerships and green tech play in driving solutions.Throughout the conversation, Bobby offers candid insights on the challenges of aligning profit and purpose, overcoming political and corporate roadblocks, and nurturing optimism in the next generation.Whether you're an educator, parent, sustainability advocate, or entrepreneur, this episode will inspire you with actionable ideas to spark climate literacy and hope in young minds.00:00 – Intro: Meet Bobby Donohue & Planet Bonehead00:50 – Bobby’s transition from branding to climate advocacy03:27 – The role of AI in scaling educational content07:20 – The story behind Planet Bonehead’s name and mission26:25 – Challenges of scaling an educational platform28:54 – Funding strategies: corporate partnerships, schools, investors36:32 – Understanding the needs of schools and teachers38:45 – Structuring climate education with fun, empowerment, and action43:54 – Green tech solutions kids can get excited about49:14 – Why climate education faces resistance—and how to overcome it56:50 – Bobby’s vision for Planet Bonehead’s global future01:00:28 – Lightning round: Get to know Bobby🎧 Tune in to discover how creative storytelling, optimism, and actionable insights can turn kids into climate champions—and how you can support this movement.👉 Visit planetbonehead.com or connect with Bobby on LinkedIn to learn more.Support the showStay Connected with Pre-Zero Sports Talk.Join host Sid Bensalah and the Pre-Zero Sports Talk community for real conversations beyond the game, where sport meets leadership, faith, performance, purpose, identity, community, and impact.Listen, watch, and follow:Spotify Video: Watch full episodesYouTube: Subscribe and join the conversationX: @PreZeroSTInstagram: @PreZeroSportsTalkLinkedIn: Connect with the CommunityTikTok: @PreZeroSportsTalkSubstack: Sid BensalahGot feedback, a topic idea, or a guest suggestion?Send your thoughts here: https://prezerosportstalk.com/contact/Support the Podcast: https://prezerosportstalk.com/donate/