Send us a textSusie is the President of Physical Education New Zealand (PENZ), an organisation that supports planning, teaching and assessment of physical education. She teaches physical education at the University of Canterbury and manages a Child Well-being Research Institute.In this episode, Susie shares her findings and opinions on what puts the E in PE and how educators play a pivotal role in getting this right.Susie talks about the importance of self-reflection for all educators and how we need to create professional cultures that can support and positive change.In prioritising the living, breathing, moving body through PE, we can support students' emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well being as they shape their mind and body connection through movement.Susie is absolutely a positive voice for PE of the future.Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textAhead of series 2, Alan and Lewis reflect on the 'gems of wisdom' from the first 23 episodes of Infinite Leaders: Live. Thanks for your supportLewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textVanita Uppal is the Director of The British School New Delhi. She was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in recognition of her services to British education overseas. Vanita is based in New Delhi, India. In this episode, Vanita shares her learnings around self-doubt, how we must trust others and believe they have the best intentions and how she herself was initially a reluctant Principal.Vanita displays warmth and humour in abundance as she reminds how it’s the people that make the workplace what it is. As the educators of today we must strive to be selfless, be caretakers for the next generation and be grateful for those around us - there is no place for ego in our work. #listenlearnshareFind us online:www.theinfintelearners.comInstagram - https://tinyurl.com/ydb6owjnApple Podcasts - http://tiny.cc/4fekszSpotify - http://tiny.cc/7fekszTwitter - https://twitter.com/lewisjkeens & https://twitter.com/ARJDunstan Lewis and AlanLewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textJohn is the founder of the Changing The Game Project and author of several books. His work aims to give youth sport back to the kids, to make participation fun, engaging, and child friendly. John is based in Oregon, USA.In this episode, John shares his learning from research and real-life experience to advise parents, coaches and educators on how to put the kids back at the centre of youth sport. Whilst providing incredibly useful advice and information to support coaching, team dynamics and engagement, John breaks down why children play sport and how we can all work together to create an environment to best support development.Hosted by Lewis Keens and Alan DunstanLewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textMick ‘Baz’ RathboneBaz is a former professional footballer and now physiotherapist, In 2011 he wrote the incredibly refreshing book ‘The Smell Of Football’. Baz is based in Blackburn, UK.Baz is an incredible storyteller, and over a hugely enjoyable 60 minutes, he shares some belters with us.Entertaining and harrowing in equal measure, Baz details his experiences as a promising young footballer coming through the ranks. He tells us how abuse from fans led to performance anxiety, how intimidating older pros left him feeling like he didn’t belong in a first-team environment and how his rating in ‘The People’ would impact his well-being for the rest of the week.Baz’s stories are told with exquisite timing and good humour, based on his own first-hand experience with players and managers at the very top level of the game. His honest and candid nature shines brightly throughout his story as he reflects on how his own experiences have shaped his 'soft-touch' leadership - with a focus on caring and leading by example.Hosted by Lewis Keens and Alan Dunstan.Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textSteve is the author of 'Educating Football'. He is a former Vice-Principal of Teaching & Learning and currently Academy Director at Millwall FC. Steve is based in London, UK. This one is a refreshingly honest chat about teaching, learning and education.Steve shares with us his thoughts on behaviour that develops intelligence, how teamwork impacts relationships and how self-awareness is critical for an educator.In an episode filled with enthusiasm and professional debate, Steve discusses several topics. He tells us how educators should always remember learning is the number one priority, why great teachers can change their persona and how everyone working with children should strive to be the very best they can.He also shares tips on how schools might look in the future, his experiences working with elite footballers and a unique tactic to assist your teaching on a Friday afternoon!Share with your friends and colleagues!Hosted by Lewis Keens and Alan Dunstan.Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textTed is an author, advocate and thought leader for quality health and physical education (QHPE) program delivery. He is based in Ontario, Canada.As educators approach what may be a very different, and difficult term 1 of the new academic year, Ted shares with us his refreshingly optimistic vision along with practical tips on how to create a safe space and a sense of belonging in PE lessons.Ted’s enthusiasm and passion for HPE is infectious, his approach is based on inclusion for all and rooted in a heap of both academic and action-research. This episode is packed full of great reflections and key takeaways to apply to your practice.If you are heading back to school as an educator, leader or even as a parent, this is well worth a listen.Notes:You can find the video Ted mentioned about his  HPE teacher in Elementary School by following this link - a great story, especially in today's age for HPE and social justice. Ted would love to hear from you, you can find him on Twitter and Instagram - @lifeisathletic or get in touch via email at tedandcarolyn.hpe@gmail.com#listenlearnshareFind us online:www.theinfintelearners.comInstagram - https://tinyurl.com/ydb6owjnApple Podcasts - http://tiny.cc/4fekszSpotify - http://tiny.cc/7fekszTwitter - https://twitter.com/lewisjkeens & https://twitter.com/ARJDunstanLewis and Alan Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textMatt Piper is a former professional footballer. He represented England U21’s and played for Leicester City and Sunderland. He is the founder of FSD Academy and his book ‘Out Of The Darkness’ is about to be released. Matt is based in Leicester, UK.Matt is a breath of fresh air, and this is an emotional, entertaining and uplifting conversation that will inspire anyone with an hour to spare!Matt shares his excitement of proving his biggest doubter wrong and getting on ‘Match Of The Day’, his anxiety around playing Football at the top level and the impact 16 knee operations, hernias and ankle injuries had on his mental health.We sit alongside Matt as he describes his relationships with his mother and father,  how his life spiralled out of control without purpose and how a failed suicide attempt was a seminal moment in his life, he had hit rock bottom.The positive changes Matt has made both to his own life and that of countless young men in his Academy since the hit rock-bottom, are jaw-dropping. This is a story of a genuine guy’s journey to find purpose and help others, to come out of the darkness.#listenlearnshareFind us online:www.theinfintelearners.comInstagram - https://tinyurl.com/ydb6owjnApple Podcasts - http://tiny.cc/4fekszSpotify - http://tiny.cc/7fekszTwitter - https://twitter.com/lewisjkeens & https://twitter.com/ARJDunstan Hosted by Lewis Keens and Alan Dunstan.Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textNate Babcock is a PE teacher, former Basketball coach and author of the thought-provoking blog ‘EmanciPLAYtion’. He is based in California, USA.This one was a fascinating and prescient look at where not just PE, but education could be heading in the future. Bursting at the seams with philosophical references, Nate shares his knowledge of theory and practice within academia to illustrate why PE is so important and how it can be the foundation of building better people and systems.He describes how his classes have ‘One Law’, why educators should be focusing less on being good teachers and instead on facilitating ‘good education’ and why as humans trying to be well attached with ourselves and others, we should be supporting and respectful of one another on our journey through life.This is a deep, rich and incredibly thought provoking conversation that begins to highlight the very reason teachers exist.Listen. Learn. Share.Hosted by Lewis Keens and Alan Dunstan.Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare

Send us a textJake is a TV & Radio broadcaster, best known as the face of Premier League Football on BT Sport. Jake is also founder of Whisper Films and host of the High Performance Podcast. He is based in Norwich, UK.Jake shares how he overcame the unfortunate and tragic events that shaped his teenage years, the role ‘roots’ and ‘wings’ played and how empathy isn’t just important, it is a superpower.Throughout a very frank, open and uplifting conversation, Jake reveals how he chooses responsibility over blame, how a positive mindset is a possibility for us all and why the biggest stress in his life is often social media.We are so thankful to Jake for talking so openly and showing the courage to dive deep, exploring what are often difficult topics.  Hosted by Lewis Keens and Alan Dunstan. Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better humans. Special thanks to our sponsor partners Tsunami Sport, the leading eco teamwear brand. Thanks also to Stephen Jones for our dynamic content, and to Eloisa Keens for the Artwork and Branding. #listenshareshare