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brave sparks | therapy-inspired stories for neurodivergent kids

trust children

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Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 9

brave sparks is a storytelling podcast 🎙️ created for and with neurodivergent kids — because we believe in “nothing about them, without them.” 💛

each episode is co-created in therapy 🧠🎨 and celebrates every child as a brave storyteller 🌟

stories support emotional regulation 🌊, body autonomy 🚶‍♀️, and self-advocacy 🗣️ — all grounded in the needs, voice, and strengths of the children who shape them.
we just help carry the mic. 🎤✨

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🌟 nala's talent show debut — an emotion coaching story

Season 1 · Episode 9

Sunday, June 29, 2025 • Duration 13:09

💬 say hello 👋🏻

💬 what if being brave on stage didn’t feel so tricky?
meet nala, awkward dog, lemon cakes, speckles, dave the dragon, and goldie — co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, here to help kids feel calm, brave, and ready to share their voice.

📘 this story supports emotion coaching, confidence, and self-understanding — through the ups, downs, and everything in between.

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to explore together
– calming ideas for home, school, or therapy

🎙️ part of brave sparks — co-created in therapy, shaped by children’s voices, strengths, and needs ✨

🎧 sound credits:

✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: simone and the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424/ — attribution 4.0
🎶 music: serene horizons by nancy_sinclair — https://freesound.org/s/754395/ — attribution 4.0
🔊 sound effects include:
🧘‍♀️ tibetan bowl_left hit.wav by dersinnsspace — https://freesound.org/s/417117/ — creative commons 0
👏 applause and cheering.wav by xtrgamr — https://freesound.org/s/243801/ — attribution 4.0
🐉 dragon wings whoosh, 🦆 little duck feet shuffle, 🎤 cool tricks, 😲 audience gasp, 🐾 nervous giggles, 💨 magical swirl, ✨ magic chime, 💓 fluttery heart beat, 😌 audience sighing ahhhhhhhhhh – created using elevenlabs sound effects generator (june 28–29, 2025)
🗣️ character voices created using elevenlabs voice changer

special thanks: jonathan cormur at dorktales storytime podcast — https://jonincharacter.com/dorktales-storytime-podcast/

🌀 part of the brave sparks podcast — co-created in therapy, shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children. 🌟

🎧 co-created in therapy — inspired by your child’s voice, strengths, and needs.

🎙️ voice: children who helped shape the episode with simone mossop
🎛️ sound design: brave sparks team
🎵 intro/outro music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

✨ explore more spark stories or learn about our therapy approach: trustchildren.au/bravesparks

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🌟 my body, my say — how to handle unwelcome hugs 💋🙅‍♀️

Season 1 · Episode 8

Friday, May 16, 2025 • Duration 11:10

💬 say hello 👋🏻

empowering children to protect body boundaries
meet tully — co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, this story helps kids navigate affection, pressure, and what it means to choose connection that feels right for them.

📘 this story supports body autonomy, felt-safety, and emotional confidence — through everyday family moments and brave goodbyes.

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to explore together
– calming ideas for home, school, or therapy

🎙️ part of brave sparks — co-created in therapy, shaped by children’s voices, strengths, and needs ✨

🎧 sound credits

✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team

🎙️ voice cast (generated using ElevenLabs):
– tully — Kawaii Aerisita
– dad — Mark
– grandma — Seer Morganna
– cousin 1 — Lucie
– cousin 2 — Austin Boy

🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

🎧 sound effects:
🔔 tibetan bowl_left hit.wav by dersinnsspace — https://freesound.org/s/417117 — creative commons 0
🎶 sad little piano tune by robhog — https://freesound.org/s/685321/ — attribution 4.0
🔊 family ambience by f-r-a-g-i-l-e — https://freesound.org/s/496749 — attribution 4.0 🔔 doorbell shortened by jwheeler91 — — creative commons 0 🌀 record scratch.wav by luffy — — attribution 4.0 💓 heart beat.wav by chamonesteyn — — attribution 4.0 🔔 richcraft - multiple chime by richcraftstudios — — attribution 4.0 🧵 zipper opens — generated using elevenlabs sound effects — 🃏 cards flicking — generated using elevenlabs sound effects — 😂 kids laughing — generated using elevenlabs sound effects — 🍽️ clinking dishes — elevenlabs sfx id: 11l-clinking_dishes_clea-1747274473354 — 🎉 joyful upbeat energy by nancy_sinclair — — creative commons 0 🌬️ whoosh.soft.wav by junggle — — attribution 4.0 💋 double_kiss_real.aif by stereostereo — — attribution 4.0

🦆💛 lemon cakes and the soft landing — honouring mum’s quiet magic 🦆💛

Season 1 · Episode 7

Sunday, May 11, 2025 • Duration 09:41

💬 say hello 👋🏻

💬 what if feeling brave didn’t mean doing it alone?

meet lemon cakes — a duckling with a wobbly hat and a big heart — co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, this special mother’s day story honours the quiet magic of mums who help their children feel safe in the world.

📘 this story supports self-trust, co-regulation, and emotional confidence — and gently celebrates the invisible scaffolding many mothers provide, even when they’re not right there beside us.

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to explore together
– calming ideas for home, school, or therapy

🎙️ part of brave sparks — co-created in therapy, shaped by children’s voices, strengths, and needs ✨

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🦆 voice of lemon cakes:🎙️ generated using ElevenLabs — https://www.elevenlabs.io — used under license 🎧 wobbled and sweetened in GarageBand by the Brave Sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music:
– serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0
🎵 playful tunes for comedy skits and family fun by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768211 — attribution 4.0
🔊 sound effects include:
🦆 ducks.wav by lostphosphene — https://freesound.org/s/250389 — attribution 4.0
🎩 cartoon-sound-single-boing by sdroliasnick — https://freesound.org/s/731262 — cc0 🥁 simple loopable beat by minecast_ — — cc0 🍂 soft leaves.wav by winkysadface — — attribution 4.0 🐸 pond animals — generated using elevenlabs — — used under license 💦 water sploshing — generated using elevenlabs — — used under license 🌬️ wind in the trees by newlocknew — — attribution 4.0 ✨ magical twinkle by universfield — — attribution 4.0 🌟 magic stars retro sparkle by smokinghotdog — — cc0 👏 awww then applause and cheering.wav by xtrgamr — — attribution 4.0 🧘 tibetan bowl_left hit.wav by dersinnsspace — — cc0

my body, my say — the snack truce 🥕🧁

Season 1 · Episode 6

Thursday, April 24, 2025 • Duration 07:30

💬 say hello 👋🏻

🍏what if food rules didn’t feel so tricky?
meet christos and nate — co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, here to help kids feel safe, seen, and respected at snack time.

📘 this story supports food autonomy, body trust, and inclusive mealtimes — through the ups, downs, and everything in between.

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to explore together
– calming ideas for home, school, or therapy

🎙️ part of brave sparks — co-created in therapy, shaped by children’s voices, strengths, and needs ✨

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team

🎶 music:
🍾 champagne dream synth by apple — garageband loop
🕹️ arcade dreams sweet pad by apple — garageband loop
🎓 academy all by apple — garageband loop

🔊 sound effects include:
🥕 cracker by D4XX — https://freesound.org/s/541365 — cc0
🤢 puke/vomiting by Joao_de_Deus — https://freesound.org/s/330533 — attribution 4.0
💦 vomit splat by SpliceSound — https://freesound.org/s/338116 — cc0
🌀 groaning gurgle by SoundsExciting — https://freesound.org/s/204362 — cc0
💡 idea ding by Saya13 — https://freesound.org/s/407258 — cc0
🎉 oh yeah (vocal one shot) by Duisterwho — https://freesound.org/s/644087 — cc0 ✨ unforgettable moments by universfield — — attribution 4.0

🌟 the brave shake-off — finding calm after the dust storm 🌀

Season 1 · Episode 5

Thursday, April 17, 2025 • Duration 08:55

💬 say hello 👋🏻

co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark 🌟, this episode helps kids explore visible regulation and body trust through the adventures of milo the meerkat 🐾 and zara the zebra 🦓.
whether it’s a wobble, a sensory swirl, or a full-body bounce 🌀, this story gently supports movement-based regulation, emotional resilience, and self-understanding 💛

🎧 includes:
– 🎵 a playful therapeutic story
– 💭 reflection questions to chat about
– 🏠 ideas for home, school, or therapy
part of brave sparks — a storytelling podcast shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children ✨

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks who helped shape this episode and the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: unforgettable moments by universfield — https://freesound.org/s/698550 — attribution 4.0

🔊 sound effects include:
🏫 classroom ambience by laserlife — https://freesound.org/s/361400 — cc0
💦 splash by junggle — https://freesound.org/s/27361 — attribution 4.0
🍪 cracker by d4xx — https://freesound.org/s/541365 — cc0
😮 sigh by wjtaylor — https://freesound.org/s/265249 — cc0
🐦 bird chorus by datajam — https://freesound.org/s/494729 — cc0
✨ inspiration sound by _bliind — https://freesound.org/s/524578 — cc0 😲 “no way” by owly-bee — — attribution 4.0 👏 applause and cheering by xtrgamr — attribution 4.0 ⏰ ticking clock by nightcustard — — attribution 4.0 🔔 school bell by old_bell_boy_melbourne — — attribution 3.0 😱 gasp by laft2k — — cc0

my body, my say — the toilet truce 🚽✋

Season 1 · Episode 4

Saturday, April 12, 2025 • Duration 07:46

💬 say hello 👋🏻

co-created in therapy with brave sparks, this episode helps kids explore 🚽 body autonomy and 🏫 school routines through the adventures of james and nate ✋

when their classroom’s toilet rules don’t match what their bodies need, these curious kids come up with a brave, respectful solution that helps everyone — even their teacher 🙌

this story draws on real classroom experiences and highlights the importance of interoception — the way our bodies signal things like thirst, hunger, or needing the toilet 💧🍽️🚻 for many neurodivergent kids, these signals can feel delayed or extra intense 🔄

whether it’s a full bladder, a sensory signal, or the courage to speak up, this story gently supports 💬 self-advocacy, 🌟 emotional resilience, and 🤝 collaborative problem-solving

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to chat about
– ideas for home, school, or therapy
part of brave sparks — a storytelling podcast shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children ✨

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

🔊 sound effects include:
📝 classroom ambience by mickleness — https://freesound.org/s/338192 — cc0
💺 soft chair creak by stevious42 — https://freesound.org/s/268903 — attribution 3.0
🖊️ scribble pencil by florianreichelt — https://freesound.org/s/539449 — cc0
👣 footsteps on carpet by qfox — https://freesound.org/s/415209 — attribution 3.0
🚶‍♂️ school hallway walking by epicsoundfx — https://freesound.org/s/640875 — cc0
🎵 chalk on blackboard by inspectorj — https://freesound.org/s/401011 — attribution 4.0 😳 dun dun dun music sting by setuniman — https://freesound.org/s/274178 — attribution 3.0 🚽 toilet flush by felix.blume — https://freesound.org/s/448221 — attribution 4.0 📣 door creak by samsterbirdies — https://freesound.org/s/235968 — cc0 🎬 dramatic gasp by croms — https://freesound.org/s/234244 — attribution 3.0

awkward dog and the great big splash 🐶💦🐾

Season 1 · Episode 3

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 • Duration 07:25

💬 say hello 👋🏻

awkward dog doesn’t mean to fall into a giant ocean puddle… but when he does, he pops up with a seaweed smile 🌿😄 and his favourite line: “i’m ok!” 🐾
this playful, sensory-rich beach adventure 🌊 was co-created in therapy 🧠💛 with a particular brave spark ✨ and is designed to gently support kids who feel clumsy 🧸 or overwhelmed 😳 when things go wrong.

inside this episode:
🐕 funny mishaps and bouncy beach zoomies
🧠 modelling emotional recovery, not perfection
🖌️ helpful phrases like “that was unexpected” and “i’m ok”
🐱 co-regulation and kindness from a supportive sidekick (hello, oopsie kitty!)
🌈 a story that helps neurodivergent kids feel safe, not ashamed

featuring immersive sound design with sfx from the freesound community, including crashing waves, boings, tiptoes, monster growls and more!

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

🔊 sound effects include:
🌊 crashing waves into rocks 3 by amholma — https://freesound.org/s/376794 — cc0
🌀 8-bit boing by greenhourglass — https://freesound.org/s/159375 — cc0
🎵 ukulele short theme by tetoszka — https://freesound.org/s/537253 — cc0
✨ soft tinkling by elis164 — https://freesound.org/s/553087 — cc0
🕊️ seagulls (newjersey_ac_seagull.mp3) by noisecollector — — attribution 3.0 💧 water splosh by benj500 — — cc0 👁️ comic eye blink.wav by markboylan10 — — attribution 3.0 📡 mr. beacon by stivarts — — cc0 🌫️ soft ambient atmosphere by universfield — — attribution 4.0 🧺 washing machine 2 by somatik7 — — cc0

the day the energy spilled over ⚠️💥 – a playful story about energy regulation 🌈

Season 1 · Episode 2

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 • Duration 07:24

💬 say hello 👋🏻

co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, this episode helps kids explore what happens when energy gets too big — and how to bring it back to calm.

when a mysterious chemical spill energises a curious spider, and then mr. peter and mr. simon, chaos erupts on the worksite! from wild zooming and slippery puddles to giggle-inducing magic rugs, this playful, sensory-rich story helps kids recognise their energy states and discover strategies that support balance.

inspired by real therapy sessions, this episode gently introduces vestibular and proprioceptive input — movement-based supports that can help neurodivergent kids regulate big energy and build interoceptive awareness (how their body feels inside).

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to chat about
– ideas for home, school, or therapy
part of brave sparks — a storytelling podcast shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children ✨

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

🔊 sound effects include:
🛠️ drilling noises & construction site by khenshom — https://freesound.org/s/477599 — cc0
💦 water_splash_18.wav by junggle — https://freesound.org/s/427910 — attribution 4.0
🫧 multiple bubbles bursting by florianreichelt — https://freesound.org/s/593902 — cc0
💨 whoosh_07.wav by dymewiz — — attribution 3.0 🦶 footsteps in mud by iainmccurdy — — attribution 4.0 🔍 zoomIn.wav by tkshredder — — attribution 4.0 🔧 swish wire x4 by rhumphries — — attribution 4.0 🤕 bonk sound effect by thecoolcookie17 — — cc0 🪑 footsteps & chair pull by minimumlabyrinth — — attribution 4.0 🐝 bee buzz by akkingstudio — — cc0 🌀 syn_whoosh_01.aif by aishabag23 — — attribution 3.0 🎯 boing cartoon sfx by deleted_user_7146007 — — cc0 🔔 wind chimes (6 chimes) by iainmccurdy — — attribution 4.0

nala and dave the dragon’s just-right snuggle 🐉✨

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, March 27, 2025 • Duration 07:12

💬 say hello 👋🏻

co-created in therapy with a particular brave spark, this gentle story explores energy regulation through the adventures of dave the dragon and his kitten friend, nala 🐉🐱

dave has bounce-off-the-clouds kind of energy — which is awesome… until it’s a bit much. when a zoomy moment accidentally scares nala, dave tries different movement strategies from his “energy dragon chart” to help find his just-right balance again.

from dizzy spins and stair sprints to big belly breaths and gentle stretches, this episode models vestibular input, sensory awareness, and co-regulation. it’s a soothing, validating listen for neurodivergent kids who are learning how to tune into their energy — and feel good in their bodies.

🎧 includes:
– a playful therapeutic story
– reflection questions to chat about
– ideas for home, school, or therapy
part of brave sparks — a storytelling podcast shaped by the voice, needs, and strengths of neurodivergent children ✨

🎧 sound credits:
✍️ written by: trust children and the kids we support (with a sprinkle of ai magic)
🎙️ voice: the brave sparks team
🎛️ sound mixing: brave sparks team
🎶 music: serene horizons by nancy_sinclair — https://freesound.org/s/754395 — cc0
🎵 outro: serene acoustic guitar melodies by lolamoore — https://freesound.org/s/768424 — attribution 4.0

🔊 sound effects include:
👏 awww then applause & cheering.wav by xtrgamr — https://freesound.org/s/243801 — attribution 4.0
🔔 tibetan bowl_left hit.wav by dersinnsspace — https://freesound.org/s/417117 — cc0
✨ mystical wind chimes transition fx by djlprojects — — cc0 🐾 cat purring slow.wav by stevious42 — — attribution 3.0 🔄 spinning cable 192khz.wav by jarredgibb — — attribution 4.0 🐱 cat yawning & meow by 242011vee — — attribution 4.0 💔 sad hard beat.wav by eskay-records666+ — — cc0 😵 sadwoo (dizzy wobble) by moogsy — — attribution 4.0 🏃 footsteps running on wood by florianreichelt — — cc0 😮 sigh1.wav by k1m218 — — attribution 4.0

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