Teachers Talk Radio

Darren talks about why it's important for us, and our young people, to celebrate small wins on the road to success.

Career-related learning isn’t just about picking a future job — it’s also about building essential life skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. In this inspiring show, we roll out the red carpet at Madame Tussauds London to explore how immersive experiences can motivate students and help them develop the skills they need to discover a range of career paths. By engaging with the stories behind celebrity achievements and iconic moments, students can gain valuable insights into what success can look like across different industries. Hosts: Chris Heath Robinson and Mo Ozsoy  Guests: Emily Weston, Danielle Clancy-Shelton and Jo Kinsey

Listen to this fascinating chat between two experienced school heads about how to survive and thrive in the role. This is great listening for anyone interested in being a school leader and what its like being in the 'big chair'.

Daisy Christodoulou, an assessment expert focusing on History teaching and associated with No More Marking, joins Tom for a compelling discourse on the intersection of AI and educational assessment. They critically examine flawed mark schemes and explore the potential of AI tools in revolutionizing essay evaluations. Tom shares insights from his own experiments with AI and discusses the necessity of human judgment in assessments. The chat is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of educational evaluation and innovative teaching practices.

In this episode of the Wednesday Twilight Show, Michelle is joined by the inspiring and experienced school leader Jenniece Anderson for a powerful conversation on authentic leadership. From navigating pressure to staying true to your values, Jenniece shares real-world challenges, meaningful insights, and practical tips you can apply right away. Tune in and discover how leading with authenticity can transform not just your leadership, but your whole school culture. Don’t miss it!

In this week's show, Martin invites David Allen to chat about teaching English in South Korea.

In this episode of The Late Show with James Radburn, we explore the evolving intersection of talk, writing, and technology in education. Joined by educational leaders Shareen Wilkinson and Julie Carson, we unpack how classroom conversation is shifting, why writing across the curriculum matters more than ever, and how AI is transforming the way students and teachers engage with literacy. From oracy as a tool for social justice to the risks and rewards of generative AI in writing instruction, this episode dives deep into real classroom practices and national policy tensions. Backed by insights from Shareen and Julie’s experiences and expertise, we ask: Are we at risk of losing the art of writing? And what should schools do next?  

Join Famida Choudhary on Teachers Talk Radio as she explores how financial literacy can become a life-changing skill when taught through play and purpose. In conversation with Elena Zaugolysheva,, this show dives into how money management lessons can be made meaningful—even joyful—for young learners. From designing real-world simulations to encouraging reflection and habit-building, discover how game-based learning can reshape the way we equip students for the financial decisions of tomorrow.

Guest John Bald speaks to Tony Harwood about where he feels we are going wrong with teaching reading, such as the pitfalls of overreliance on phonics. He explains his own pedagogy processes and shares his opinions on issues relating to literacy, maths and Ofsted.

Olga, an experienced teacher and manager in young offender and adult prisons, discusses how to build meaningful relationships, raise expectations and engage learners within the prison education system.