

Edufuturists
Edufuturists
We are led to believe that the education system will continually evolve to meet the needs of learners and society. This has not happened. We need a revolution!
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Mar 18, 2024 • 55min
Edufuturists #234 Together Stronger - Haberdashers Academy Trust Roundtable
In this episode, we are on location at Haberdashers Academy Trust PD Day in Dartford, Kent. We are joined by 5 special guests to discuss their conference theme: Together Stronger - Culture, Community & Collaboration.
We discuss equity, social mobility & justice, the role of technology and how we prepare young people for the future.
*This was an audio only recording.
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.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 1h 6min
Edufuturists #233 The Working Classroom with Andy Griffith & Matt Bromley
In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by authors Andy Griffith and Matt Bromley to discuss their newest book, The Working Classroom. We talk all about:
- Classism and is prevalence in the education system
- Why social mobility might not be the solution
- How teachers and school leaders can address the classism on the ground
- Cultural capital and what this means in the 21st Century
- Disadvantage in education & how we address it
- Their hopes for the future of education
Book website www.theworkingclassroom.co.uk
Matt's website: www.bromleyeducation.co.uk
Andy’s website: www.malit.org.uk
Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1785836986/
Book on Crown House website: http://www.crownhouse.co.uk/the-working-classroom
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Ben & Steve x
Championing those who are making the future of education a reality.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 58min
Edufuturists #232 Together The Second Big Review
This week, we look back on the second month back recording the podcast. We have been honoured to have been joined for 4 cracking episodes:
- Lawrence Tijjani
- Kevin Sherman
- Ed Kirwan & Helen Demetriou
- Will Goldsmith
We have loved talking about empathy, DEI, authenticity, coaching, what matters in education, and technology - all focused on the future of education.
We announced that there will be some exciting news incoming VERY SOON about The Uprising 2024. Watch this space for that.
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Ben & Steve x
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Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 1min
Edufuturists #231 More Than Results with Will Goldsmith
In this episode, we are joined by Will Goldsmith, Head of Bedales School.
This was fascinating. We covered:
Removing unnecessary hierarchies
Promoting student agency and responsibility
Co-curating a community WITH students
Developing value to the wider educational system
Preparing students in school for specific academic curricula
Bringing your authentic self to your work
Will and his team announced last year about scaling down GCSEs in their school. It won’t take a rocket science to realise that this resonated with me & Steve! This has been mischaracterised as scrapping exams or arrogant ‘you must do what we do’ proselytising. The link to one of the articles is here.
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Ben & Steve x
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Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 7min
Edufuturists #230 The Mother of Invention with Ed Kirwan & Dr Helen Demetriou
Guests Ed Kirwan and Dr. Helen Demetriou discuss the development of empathy as a skill, the distinction between empathy and sympathy, and how it is fundamental for all skill advancements in education. They challenge conventional education norms and explore ways to create a future for education that values empathy and creativity.

Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
Edufuturists #229 Can Technology Make Teachers Better? with Kevin Sherman
COO of CloudEDU and InnovateEDU Conference organizer, Kevin Sherman, discusses the purpose of exams, technology's role in improving teaching, equity, and leadership in education. The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to enhancing teacher capabilities and the future of education.

Feb 5, 2024 • 58min
Edufuturists #228 Championing Others with Lawrence Tijjani
Lawrence Tijjani, director of multiple businesses and a serial entrepreneur, discusses the importance of championing others. Topics include his documentary 'From Pain to Purpose', the meaning of EDI, speaking people's names in rooms they aren't in, fatherhood, and the quick fire 3 questions. Don't miss the conversation about prioritizing personal time and envisioning the future of education.

Jan 29, 2024 • 49min
Edufuturists #227 Together The First Big Review
In this podcast, the hosts discuss community, authenticity, coaching, and the future of education. They reflect on their podcast journey, explore Schrodinger's Cat, emphasize community support, embrace diversity, and discuss the Innovate EDU conference. The importance of authenticity, storytelling for change, and future community support are highlighted.

Jan 22, 2024 • 55min
Edufuturists #226 Demystifying the Coaching Process with Liz Sproat
This week we are joined by Liz Sproat. From being the Head of Education for EMEA at Google, to the Global Head of Learning at Lego Education, to creating learning programs in the UAE and Africa whilst at Pearson Education, Liz is now dedicating her time and passion to supporting others through coaching.
Liz's website can be found here:
https://www.lizsproat.com/
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.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 6min
Edufuturists #225 Forging A Resilient Path with Esethu Stofile
In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Esethu Stofile, all the way from the Eastern Cape in South Africa. With a PhD in mathematics, a love for technology and a real commitment to his community, Esethu is a brilliant addition to the podcast. He talks about:
- Knowing your self and where you come from
- Finding a passion even when your voice is quieted
- Digital transformation as a cultural liberation
- How political, economic and racial struggle can help build resilience
- How failure is never final
Also, we launch our new quick-fire questions section to Esethu.
Get in touch with Esethu via LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/esethu-stofile/
Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you. Let us know if you have any thoughts, questions or comments.
Ben & Steve x
Championing those who are making the future of education a reality.
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