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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 41 MIN

The Kids are Watching: How Early Environments Shape Who We Become

from The UnLearners · host The Unlearners

Candice Potgieter, CEO of The Unlimited Child, Africa's fastest-growing ECD non-profit, joins us for a powerful conversation on how early childhood education silently shapes who we become.    From the labels we're given as kids, to the community centres shaping tomorrow's leaders, Candice unpacks why the early years are everything, and what needs to radically shift to unlock potential where it's often overlooked.    This episode unpacks:    How early learning environments shape lifelong beliefs about worth and ability  The lasting impact of being called "naughty," "slow," or "average"  What Candice and her team are doing to transform 5,500+ ECD centres across Africa  Why investing in early childhood is the key to sustainable development    For parents, teachers, policymakers, or anyone who cares about the next generation, this one's a must.  Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

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