Whether you are a parent or a professional who works with children, you undoubtedly have a desire to inspire the young people in your life.
Chris Tompkins — host of the Shaping Our World podcast — is a 20-plus-year veteran of youth development, both on the front lines and through leading Muskoka Woods as the organization’s CEO.
He’s also a dad!
Shaping Our World is a podcast that invites you into a conversation that will leave you more confident in inspiring and understanding the young people in your life.
Want to listen now?
Here are our recent episodes:

Tim Elmore on Leading Gen Z
This conversation with Dr. Tim Elmore launches a two-part series unpacking the mindsets, motivations, and cultural pressures influencing how Gen Z learns, works, and relates to the world around them. The founder of Growing Leaders and one of the most trusted voices on...

Finding Your Path with Hillary Spiritos: Redefining Success and Self-Trust
Join Chris Tompkins and pathfinding coach Hillary Spiritos on the Shaping Our World podcast as they explore how young adults can redefine success, build self-trust, and find purpose in an uncertain world.

How Susan Bisaillon and Safehaven Are Redefining Inclusion for Every Child
Chris Tompkins talks with Safehaven CEO Susan Bisaillon about inclusive leadership, compassionate care, and creating communities where every child belongs.






