This Adult Field Day Will Make You Quit the Office for a Day

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What if there was an event so fun, so freeing, that you’d gladly call out of work to attend? Meet Daryl, founder of The Play Hookie Experience, a nationwide adult field day designed to help people ditch burnout, reconnect with their inner child, and build community through games, music, and team spirit. In this episode of Attractive Mindset Network Podcast, we dive deep into how Daryl went from DJing packed parties to creating a cultural movement that blends nostalgia, wellness, and pure fun. From tug-of-war and musical chairs to corporate wellness programs, Daryl’s story is a blueprint for turning passion into impact. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, event planner, or someone craving a break from the grind, this is the conversation that will inspire you to make time for joy.

00:00 – The Adult Field Day That Makes You Call Out of Work
01:13 – Meet Daryl: Founder of the Play Hookie Experience
02:20 – Why the Event Happens During the Week
03:26 – Bringing Back Childhood Fun for Adults
04:31 – From Baltimore DJ to Event CEO
07:07 – The Birth of Play Hookie & Branding the Name
09:32 – Core Activities That Keep Every City Engaged
12:02 – The Origin of the Name “Play Hookie”
15:10 – Rotating Games & Interactive Crowd Hosting
18:55 – Reading the Crowd Through Music
19:35 – Life Before Play Hookie & DJ Hustle
22:11 – Lessons from Early Entrepreneurship
24:32 – Building Structure in Events
26:33 – The Evolution of Execution & Trust from the Audience
28:50 – Scaling Without Losing the Vibe
30:52 – Organic Marketing Through Attendee Experience
32:36 – Managing Safety & Competitive Spirit
34:53 – How the Event Strengthens Relationships & Teams
35:31 – Plans for Corporate Partnerships & Expansion
36:52 – Handling Copycats in the Event Space
39:25 – The Biggest Lesson in Event Planning
40:50 – Why You Need a Bigger “Why” Before You Start
43:12 – How Daryl Avoids Burnout
45:51 – Balancing Business with Personal Relationships
48:02 – Who Play Hookie is For & Why It Works
50:00 – International Expansion Plans
53:29 – Ticket Giveaways & Upcoming Events
54:34 – Where to Get Tickets & Connect with Play Hookie

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