Voicing Education - The Podcast
Episodes
50 episodes
022 Why Voicing Education? | Kathleen Cushnie
In this special first anniversary episode, the tables have turned. Kathleen Cushnie discusses her growth into leadership, her struggles and the importance in self-belief. This conversation gives you an insight into Voicing Educati...
Trailer: Voicing Education - The Podcast
Welcome to Voicing Education - The Podcast. Join me, Kathleen Cushnie, a Senior Leader in Education, Trainer and Coach. I will be discussing key themes in education and personal development and how this can impact educa...
001 Why are women great leaders? | Christalla Jamil
Welcome to Voicing Education - The Podcast . In this inaugural episode, which begins this series about Women Leaders in education, I'm in conversation with Christalla Jamil. Christalla Jamil is an Experienced Exec...
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002 What's life like being a 'young' headteacher? | Laura Pearce
In this second conversation as part of the Women Leaders series, I sit down with the headteacher at my current school, Laura Pearce.Laura has been a headteacher for five years but received the title of headteacher at age of 2...
003 Why is leading mental health crucial in schools? | Danielle Smith
On this week’s episode of the Women Leaders series, I am speaking with Danielle Smith, a walking champion for mental health and wellbeing. We discuss her journey in leadership, being an empathetic leader, and she shares her passion for me...
004 What lessons has the pandemic taught you? | Maimun & Poppy
END OF YEAR - SPECIAL EPISODE This episode marks the end of a challenging year for many educators. However for trainee teachers and NQTs, they have had the additional pressure of change during the pandemic whilst naviga...
005 Was teaching as a second career the right choice? | Joan Cushnie
This week I speak with Joan who became a teacher because she was passionate about contributing to and improving the learning outcomes and educational experiences for children. Currently, Joan is the Maths Lead at a primary school in North Londo...
006 How do you lead within the educational support services? | Laverne Noel
This episode explores educational leadership from the perspective of educational support. As they say, ‘it takes a village to raise a child’. The educational system is an example of this. There are often many agencies worki...
007 What are the realities of teacher burnout? | Florence Okwusogu
Today I am speaking with Florence Okwusogu about the realties of teacher burnout, understanding your own psychology and being a leader of yourself. Florence founded Aligned Flow because of ...
008 How can you be an effective parent teacher? | Emma Sheppard
This episode explores educators as parents. Being a parent is a full-time role as is teaching and educational leadership. Both roles are full on!Emma Sheppard - Founder of the MTPT Project, speaks openly and honestly a...
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009 What are the benefits of taking risks? | Priya Kara
In today’s episode, I’m in conversation with Priya, a former Secondary School Teacher and Middle Leader turned freelance education consultant and entrepreneur. Priya is no stranger to taking risks.With over 13 years experienc...
010 What skills are needed for special education? | Kris Diasio
This week I speak with Kris Diasio, a passionate Special Education Coach. She is a highly inspiring individual, who supports students with ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety and depression, to overcome learning difficulties and lead successful lives...
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011 What is the meaning of leadership? | Abigail Alexis-Olubuyide
In the last conversation of the Women Leaders series, I sit down with Abigail Alexis Olubuyide. Abigail is the Head of Primary in an International School in the United Arab Emirates. Since moving to the UAE, 6 years ago, ...
012 How did you become Primary Headteacher of the Year? | Reema Reid
SPECIAL BONUS EPISODETo end the year, this episode celebrates the journey and achievements of Reema Reid. Recently, Reema achieved the Gold Award for Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School by Pearson National Teaching Awards...
Series 2 Trailer: Black Men in Education
The second series - Black Men in Education coming soon...Join me, Kathleen Cushnie, a Senior Leader in Education, Trainer and Coach. I will be discussing key themes in education and personal development and how this can impa...
013 How did you go from prison to Cambridge? | Leslie Abrokwaa
SPECIAL EPISODEIn this first conversation in the Black Men in Education series, I speak with Leslie Abrokwaa, about his transformational journey from prison to the prestigious Cambridge University. Leslie spea...
014 Why did the Professor create the Genius Lab? | Scott Steward
In this second conversation as part of the Black Men in Education series, Scott Steward discusses his thoughts and approach to the education system namely the curriculum.Scott believes in teaching critical thinking, Real critical ...
015 How has being ambitious served you? | Johnoi Josephs
Continuing with the Black Men in Education series, I sit down with Johnoi Josephs, a young black man with high aspirations. Despite only being in his third year of teaching, Johnoi has progressed to become Head of Year and is co-founder o...
016 What has being a teacher taught you? | Richard
Richard holds many roles within the secondary school where he works; within each one he is consciously being a great role model for pupils.In this conversation, he talks candidly about his experiences so far as a teacher and leader. Ric...
017 What type of leader do you choose to be? | James Aidoo
This week I speak with James Aidoo, founder of Innerscope a coaching company that exists to inspire learners and equip leaders so that today’s leaders execute and tomorrow’s leader...
018 How important is Character Education? | Adrian McLean
This is an extended episode packed with a great deal of knowledge. I speak with Adrian McLean who has a wealth of experience and expertise in driving improvement in standards in the curriculum, and teaching and learning.Adrian ...
019 Why is happiness priceless? | Action Jackson
This episode will bring you joy and wisdom. In this conversation, Action Jackson discusses the importance of inspiring others, being intentional and how he uses humour to work his magic on others. Action Jackson is an award-winnin...
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020 What's in a S.M.I.L.E.? | Kay Rufai
This is an informative conversation which shines a light on the importance of challenging stereotypes, raising aspirations and the teaching of masculinity in education. Kay Rufai, an immersive artist, photographer, poet, film...
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021 Why is silence not an option? | Stuart Lawrence
This special final episode of the Black Men in Education series ends with a powerful message highlighting the relevance of a diverse curriculum; the importance of a well-rounded education and why it is crucial to be anti-racist. I sit d...
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