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Every season I release an episode (or two!) from the Premium vault into the public feed. Today is this day.Back in December I created a '12 days of Christmas series' and one of the guests was Dr Liz Box who joined me to discuss DriveFit and Vision Zero. Following on from that I've included an edition of 'Episode Dissection' where Stewart Lochrie joins me as we talk road safety and coaching.Enjoy.Season 7 of The Instructor Podcast is sponsored by Bright Coaching - A training company for Approved Driving Instructors and Trainers.Sign up for The Instructor Podcast NewsletterFollow The Instructor Podcast WhatsApp channelFor additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each competency, so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie, Client Centred Learning, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and more...The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTube

On the 14th of July 2017, Caitlin was killed as a passenger in a fatal road traffic collision on a rural road in Cumbria, at the young age of 18.Today I'm joined by Caitlin's mum, Sharron, the voice behind Caitlin's Campaign and the push for Graduated Driving Licences.You can find Sharron on LinkedInFind out more from Caitlin's Campaign here. (This is the correct link)Season 7 of The Instructor Podcast is sponsored by Bright Coaching - A training company for Approved Driving Instructors and Trainers.Sign up for The Instructor Podcast NewsletterFollow The Instructor Podcast WhatsApp channelFor additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each competency, so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie, Client Centred Learning, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and more...The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTube

Topics on this month's Green Room include:The associationsLoveday's letter and poor responseDriving instructor DayThere's also quite an impressive 7-minute rant from me, regular guest Chri Bensted despairs at the current plight of Part 3 tests, and we look at the influx of ex-examiners and ponder if they're having a positive effect.Season 7 of The Instructor Podcast is sponsored by Bright Coaching - A training company for Approved Driving Instructors and Trainers.Sign up for The Instructor Podcast NewsletterFollow The Instructor Podcast WhatsApp channelFor additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each competency, so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie, Client Centred Learning, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and more...The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTube

Professor Gemma Briggs, Head of Discipline and Professor of Applied Cognitive Psychology joins me to discuss distracted driving, particularly using hands-free phones. We also delve into why multitasking isn't a thing, self-enhancement bias, and how to get the message across.You can contact Gemma - gemma.briggs@open.ac.ukReach the Open University hereAccess the online interactive activity on OpenLearn hereSeason 7 of The Instructor Podcast is sponsored by Bright Coaching - A training company for Approved Driving Instructors and Trainers.Sign up for The Instructor Podcast NewsletterFollow The Instructor Podcast WhatsApp channelFor additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each competency, so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie, Client Centred Learning, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and more...The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTube

It's the 4th edition of Six 4 Sixty and the wonderful ADI Avengers have sixty seconds to answer a series of questions. Your Avengers are:Lee SparyPhil CowleyNeil WightmanBob MortonChris BenstedEmma CottingtonThis episode was recorded live in The Instructor Podcast Facebook groupFor more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

And why doesn't the road safety sector embrace us?It's a fascinating question that I'm hoping to answer on this season of The Instructor Podcast, kicking off today with RoadPeace's Director of Communications, Rebecca Morris, as we discuss:The role of RoadPeaceHow driving instructors can utilise RoadPeace resourcesWhy we shouldn't use the term accident to describe a collisionI'm also joined by Stewart Lochrie for a brief chat as we take a more general look at road safety with driving tuition. I'm delighted to welcome Bright Coaching on board as the sponsor for Season 7. You can find out more about Bright coaching here.  Access RoadPeace resources here.  For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

March 8th is International Women's Day* so we have a very special episode to inspire inclusion featuring friends of the show Laura Joyce and Sarah Baldock along with Debbie Hudson.The theme of this year's IWD is to Inspire Inclusion and you can find more information here.You can find more from today's hosts here:Laura Sarah Debbie *For those asking, International Men's Day is November 19thFor more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

This month on the Green Room we're taking a look at the problem PDIs are facing booking part two and three tests, as well as looking at ways that ADIs can help the situations. Plus we take a look at all the latest news and hot topics. This month's guests are Chris Bensted and Laura Morris. Driving Instructor to Vision Zero One-Minute Tips for Driving Instructors The DITC GoGreen ADI WalkBack Loveday's Blog For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

We're mid-month, so it's time for another bonus 'Short Lesson' as I take a key moment from a previous episode to give you a bite-sized chunk of information and inspiration. Today we venture way back to Season Two and hear from Simon Hartley as he shares the characteristics behind success, and why driving instructors shouldn't shy away from the important role they play. Listen to the full episode here.  For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC

On August 3rd I hosted the first-ever Instructor Podcast Meginar which featured 9 awesome speakers delivering 20-minute presentations. To watch the video, head over to The Instructor Facebook group, but if you'd like to check out the audio, here you go, 3 hours of free personal and professional development. This is unedited audio in it's original format. Follow The Instructor Podcast's WhatsApp channel. For more information on The Instructor Podcast visit https://www.theinstructorpodcast.com/ For additional content and exclusive discounts, be sure to check out our Premium subscription - Here you'll find lots of extra content, including:Episodes on the Standards check and how to break down each individual competency so you're fully aware of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to perform. Exclusive shows with industry leaders including Bob Morton, San Harper, and Kev & Tracey Field. Live 'Expert Sessions' on industry-specific topics including; How to teach roundabouts. As a member, you'll also receive exclusive discounts for GoRoadie Pro, Client Centred learning training, The ADI/PDI Doctor, and The Guild of Mindful Driver Trainers. The Instructor Podcast uses a variety of social media channels, including a Facebook group. You can join the group or follow us on the following platforms:FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeAnd be sure to check out the DITC