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As a fan, I have to say this show is just incredible! It’s given us so many unforgettable moments – seriously, who could forget ‘Herogasm’?! – and spawned a ton of hilarious memes. Beyond the shocking twists and turns, it’s really bold in how it tackles important social and political issues. It’s just so refreshing to see something different from the usual superhero formula, and it’s become a real cultural moment, honestly.

Most parents – around two-thirds – have talked to their children about how much time they spend gaming, and nearly all (90%) feel it’s necessary to use some kind of parental controls. Psychiatrist Dr. Alok Kanojia, author of How to Raise a Healthy Gamer, explains that parental anxiety is natural, as it can seem like kids are simply wasting time or becoming addicted. He clarifies that gaming isn’t just entertainment for many children; it actually helps them fulfill important emotional needs like developing a sense of self, feeling accomplished, and connecting with others.

That’s why, when creating the music for Bluey – the incredibly popular show about Bluey, a playful blue heeler puppy, her family, and little sister Bingo – I include pieces inspired by composers like Vivaldi, Holst, Mozart, Bizet, Bach, and Ravel. I aim to use sophisticated music that complements the show’s smart and beautiful animation, and I hope it introduces a new generation to classical music.

If you visited the woods in Kent during the mid-1960s, you would have stumbled upon a delightful surprise: a family of small, woodland creatures. These charming characters were part of a wave of popular children’s television, following shows like Ivor the Engine and Noggin the Nog, but ‘Pogles’ Wood’ captured the hearts of children just as much.

Alan Horne used to work as a sound engineer for Wings, the band formed by Paul and Linda McCartney in 1971 after the Beatles broke up. One day, after a recording session, he parked the band’s equipment truck on a street in west London. When he opened the back of the truck, he immediately noticed something was missing – the bass guitar was gone.

What children watch and experience has a big impact on their development. It’s important to offer them content that does more than just keep them busy – it should help them understand themselves and the world around them. Unfortunately, I believe we’ve forgotten how valuable this kind of media can be.

Hammond, now 51, started her career as a child actor at just six years old. While it took a long time for her talent to be fully appreciated, she isn’t discouraged. “I’ve worked incredibly hard my whole life,” she says, “and it’s normal to see the rewards of that work after many years – that’s just how most careers progress.”

Things are very different now. YouTube is the main source of entertainment for kids, and Cocomelon is one of the most popular shows. But it doesn’t offer much real value – it’s just visually stimulating and doesn’t seem to engage children with a meaningful story or help them grow. It feels more like something created by a computer program than a thoughtfully made show.