thecampmastermindpodcast

The Camp Mastermind Podcast

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Join four experienced camp directors for honest, behind-the-scenes conversations about summer camp. From the why behind what we do, to safety, best practices, and the realities of running camp today, we’re pulling back the curtain on an industry we care deeply about, while sharing what families should know about the camp experience today.

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The Camp Parent Playbook: Our Top Dos and Don'ts 30.05.2026 53:53

Whether you're sending your child to camp for the first time or you're a seasoned camp parent, there are certain things that can make the camp experience smoother, more successful, and more meaningful for everyone involved. In this episode, the Camp Mastermind team shares our top dos and don'ts for parents throughout the entire camp journey. From the conversations you have before camp, to Opening...

Episode 2: Why Letting Go Feels Harder Than Ever 19.05.2026 49:41

Why does letting go feel so much harder than it used to? In this episode, we explore the enormous shift in modern parenting: from constant connectivity and instant communication to the shrinking “radius” kids are allowed to roam independently. We discuss how today’s culture has made separation feel more unnatural, more dangerous, and more emotionally difficult for both parents and children. But we...

Episode 1: Why Summer Camp? 22.04.2026 41:39

Welcome to the very first episode of The Camp Mastermind Podcast. In this introductory conversation, we share who we are, how we came together, and why this work matters so deeply to each of us. As camp directors and longtime leaders in the industry, we begin to explore a question at the heart of this podcast: why summer camp? We believe camp is more than just a fun summer experience. It is a powe...