In this inspiring self-paced podcast series, our young Gen Alpha members (ages 8–12) interview successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders by asking bold, insightful questions.

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR PODCAST

Join us on the podcast to share your success story and inspire the next generation to become leaders and changemakers.

PODCAST INTERVIEW FAQ

1. Why Participate in the Podcast?

The “Little Entrepreneurs. Big Questions!” podcast is an initiative of the 3D Entrepreneurs Club (3DE.Club)—a nonprofit organization that helps schools, youth centers, and children’s museums launch 3D innovation and entrepreneurship hubs using our gamified online learning platform.

Our mission is to prepare youth for the AI era by nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset and empowering them with essential life skills—including problem-solving, adaptability, collaboration, and resilience—so they can grow into the next generation of leaders and changemakers and create a positive impact in the world.


By participating in the podcast, you’ll have a chance to:

* Inspire the next generation by sharing your entrepreneurial journey

* Spark new ideas in young minds who are just beginning to explore their potential

* Make a lasting impact on future changemakers who want to build a better world


Sometimes it only takes one spark to change a life. Perhaps that spark can come from you!

🔗 For more information, visit: https://3de.club

2. Interview Questions & Target Audience

Please answer the 12 questions below (feel free to skip any).

The goal of interview is to inspire kids ages 8-12 by sharing bite-sized nuggets of wisdom from your personal journey in the business world.


While the questions remain consistent for all entrepreneurs to keep things simple and relatable, your answers will reflect your own unique experiences, lessons, and insights.

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS FOR REVIEW:

1. Can you tell us a little about yourself and what you’re most proud of?


2. What were you like as a kid? What were your favorite subjects and hobbies?


3. What was school like, and what did you want to be when you grew up?


4. What made you want to become an entrepreneur and what was your first business?


5. What drives you to run a business? What do you think makes a business successful?


6. What’s your superpower? And if you could pick a different one, what would it be?

7. Can you share a big challenge you faced in your career and what you learned from it?

8. Do you think kids should learn about entrepreneurship and money early? Why?

9. If you were a kid today without much money, what kind of business would you start?

10. What’s the best advice you’ve ever gotten that could help kids like us?

11. How do you think AI will change the future, and what can kids do to prepare?

12. If you could share one message with kids all around the world, what would it be?

PLEASE NOTE: We’ll send you the final edited version for your review and approval before it goes live on our website and YouTube channel—where it will be shared with students in schools and youth centers across the community and beyond!

3. Assistance, Questions & Referring Other Entrepreneurs

If you have any questions about the interview or need assistance, feel free to email us at: [email protected]

Know another entrepreneur whose story should be featured?
We’d love your referrals.

Why Refer?

* Spotlight a leader in your network

* Inspire the next generation

* Help shape a movement for real-world, youth-focused entrepreneurship


Just send their name, a brief intro, and contact info to [email protected], and we’ll take it from there.


Thanks again for being part of this journey.
Your voice—and your network—can make a lasting impact on the next generation!

3DE CLUB VIDEO PODCASTS

ED COLLIGAN - Aug 28, 2025

In this episode, 3DE Club Kids Fiona and Milo interview Ed Colligan — former CEO of Palm and Handspring, and one of Santa Cruz’s most influential tech leaders.

SOL LIPMAN - Sep 7, 2025

In this episode, 3DE Club members Fiona, Milo, Hunter, Zoe, and Giselle interview Sol Lipman, tech entrepreneur and owner of Pleasure Pizza in downtown Santa Cruz.

For more information about the 3DE Club, please feel free to explore the links below or contact us at [email protected]

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