Edufuturists #271 Unfinished Business with Mick Waters & David Cameron

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by David Cameron and Mick Waters to discuss the legacy of Sir Tim Brighouse, a significant figure in UK education. They explore Tim's influence, personal stories, and the concept of 'unfinished business' in education, emphasising the importance of continuous improvement and community engagement. The conversation highlights the need for actionable steps in education and the lasting impact of Tim's work. The conversation reflects on the legacy of people like Sir Tim and others like Sir Ken Robinson and David Price, focusing on the importance of teacher empowerment, the challenges of compliance in education, and the need for a more human-centred approach to teaching. We discuss the impact of politics on education, the necessity of autonomy for teachers, and the significance of inclusion and accessibility in the educational landscape. They advocate for a shift in metrics and accountability, focusing on strengths rather than compliance, and highlight the call to action for educators to retain joy and purpose in their profession. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Legacy of Sir Tim Brighouse 05:04 Personal Stories and Memories of Tim 08:12 Influence and Impact of Tim's Work 12:10 The Unfinished Business of Education 18:10 Continuous Improvement in Education 24:21 Legacy of Tim and David Price 25:29 Empowering Teachers for Progress 27:43 The Role of Politics in Education 28:12 A Call to Action for Teachers 30:36 The Challenge of Compliance in Education 31:06 Metrics and Accountability in Education 33:01 Finding Strengths in Education 34:27 The Bigger Picture Beyond Schools 37:12 Inclusion and Accessibility in Education 39:55 The Need for Autonomy in Teaching 40:36 Humanity and Purpose in Education Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you. Ben & Steve x Championing those who are making the future of education a reality. Follow us on X Follow us on LinkedIn Check out all about Edufuturists Want to sponsor future episodes or get involved with the Edufuturists work? Get in touch Find out all about Uprising 2025 and get your tickets