Featured Episodes

In this fascinating episode, fashion designer Eva Neville discusses her love of art and all things creative.  She reminisces about her own education and reflects on her decision to leave…

In this fascinating episode featuring Brantley Turner, Director of East Asian Education at Dwight Schools, and an expert in global educational leadership, we talk about the role of AI in…

With nearly two decades of experience as a school governor across infant, primary and secondary schools, Al Kingsley discusses his latest book, My School Governance Handbook, and provides his top tips…

In the first episode of the ‘Independent Teacher’ in 2023, we speak to the inspirational author and educator Dr Matthew Courtney about the power of data and evidence-based research. By…

In the last of our Summer 2022 ‘Out and About’ episodes, I caught up with former school leader Cas Britton. During the course of our conversation, Cas reflected on her…

In this episode we talk to Simran Debnath about studying Computer Science at university, breaking down the barriers in a male dominated industry, imposter syndrome, as well as the best…

Chartered accountant Jessica Delaney-Hall describes what it was like being fired from her first-ever graduate job. We discuss whether education prepares young people for failure and rejection. Jess reflects on…

In this episode, we talk to the inspirational Nadia Mendoza, founder of ‘The Self-Esteem Team’ an organisation that delivers a wide range of interactive workshops for young people focused on…

Multi-award-winning financial advisor Dan Williams reflects on his own education at Hull Grammar School. He also discusses the vital work he now does with secondary schools in the UK running…