Teachers Talk Radio

Social mobility commissioner Alun Francis OBE sits down with Tom Rogers to discuss disadvantage, poverty and the SEND crisis in the UK. In a far ranging interview, they discuss London vs the rest of the UK when it comes to achievement and the reasons for the differences as well as trauma informed practice in schools. 

Dave talks to William Wadsworth and Dale Banham about the research behind effective revision and how it can be best utilised to improve student attainment. 

With student numbers reportedly falling and concerns mounting over subject visibility, this Teachers Talk Radio show explores the current state of Sociology in secondary and post-16 education and it's incredible hidden value. Host Tom Rogers is joined by guests Sunny Gunessee and Tom Genillard to discuss the headline data on student uptake, the role of careers guidance in shaping perceptions, and how schools can reposition the subject for today’s learners. Together, they explore how sixth forms, colleges, and universities can collaborate to close the gap, the steps OCR Exams are taking to make qualifications more inclusive, and the impact that declining school provision has on teacher recruitment and subject expertise. We’ll also hear insights from the JCoSS Present…Sound Sociology podcast, including real-world case studies of students using sociology in diverse career paths—from education and healthcare to media and policy. Finally, the show considers the value of sociology for meeting Ofsted expectations and Gatsby benchmarks, and offers practical advice for schools looking to boost engagement at open evenings. Produced in partnership with OCR Sociology - Visit them at ocr.org.uk

Ben is joined by Professor Becky Allen to discuss all things AI in schools. 

In this one off show, we speak to Estonia’s Minister of Education, Kristina Kallas, to find out what’s behind the country’s reputation for having one of the best education systems in Europe. We explore how teachers are trained, paid, and supported in Estonia — and how that compares to the UK. From classroom teaching methods and SEND provision to workload, behaviour, and the role of support staff, this is a chance to hear what works elsewhere and why. We also dig into Estonia’s approach to curriculum, technology, and assessment. What’s their policy on mobile phones? How do they use AI? And what role do national tests play? Finally, we ask: what could the UK take from Estonia’s model — and are there any elements of the UK system that Estonia is watching closely?

Join Michelle Hinds and her inspiring guests. Rohima Miah, Lucy Warren, Tamara Akotuah, and Ewan Goddard for a powerful reflection on the Authentic Leadership series. In this lively and honest conversation, they peel back the layers of leadership, diving deep into the courage it takes to be vulnerable, the importance of accountability, and the reality that true leaders are always growing, learning, and evolving. If you’re ready for real talk on what it means to lead authentically, this episode is a must-listen!

Join Famida Choudhary as she explores how evidence-informed instruction can empower teachers to teach smarter—not harder. In conversation with Jake Cowling, this show dives into how cognitive science and explicit teaching strategies can transform classroom practice. From retrieval routines to adaptive instruction, discover how research-backed methods can boost learning outcomes without overloading teachers or students.

Khanh-Duc and special guest Apapan talk about teacher education in Thailand.

Christopher talks with Andrew Otty and Dr Ellie Willard about the challenges and opportunities that come with preparing students for GCSE English language re-sits in post-16 settings.

Darren discusses how ancient philosophers saw the concept of wellbeing and what that means for us today.