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Learning with Harris

By the HFed English Consultants

The Harris Federation's very own subject knowledge podcast for students, hosted by the English Consultants. Includes pods on Power & Conflict Poetry and Macbeth, and audiobooks for A Christmas Carol and Jekyll & Hyde. Subscribe for updates on exciting new content!
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ACC - Hope (Stave 5)

Learning with HarrisNov 17, 2023

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ACC - Hope (Stave 5)

ACC - Hope (Stave 5)

In this podcast episode we look at Dickens' exploration of Hope in an extract from Stave 5. Using a guided reading approach, we discuss some of the moments that stand out to us. What stands out to you as a reader?

Nov 17, 202311:54
ACC - Fear (Stave 4)

ACC - Fear (Stave 4)

In this podcast episode we look at Dickens' exploration of Fear in an extract from Stave 4. Using a guided reading approach, we discuss some of the moments that stand out to us. What stands out to you as a reader?

Nov 17, 202314:11
ACC - Christmas Spirit (Stave 3)

ACC - Christmas Spirit (Stave 3)

In this podcast episode we look at Dickens' exploration of the Christmas Spirit in an extract from Stave 3. Using a guided reading approach, we discuss some of the moments that stand out to us. What stands out to you as a reader?

Nov 17, 202313:58
ACC - Greed (Stave 2)

ACC - Greed (Stave 2)

In this podcast episode we look at Dickens' exploration of Greed in an extract from Stave 2. Using a guided reading approach, we discuss some of the moments that stand out to us. What stands out to you as a reader?

Nov 17, 202311:54
ACC - Scrooge (Stave 1)

ACC - Scrooge (Stave 1)

In this podcast episode we look at the moment Dickens introduces Scrooge in Stave 1. Using a guided reading approach, we discuss some of the moments that stand out to us. What stands out to you as a reader?

Nov 17, 202311:48
Macbeth - Decline of Power: Lady Macbeth

Macbeth - Decline of Power: Lady Macbeth

Rhiannon Walls talks us through the character of Lady Macbeth with a spotlight on her decline into powerlessness and insanity.

Jan 26, 202116:32
Macbeth - Masculinity and Macduff

Macbeth - Masculinity and Macduff

Natasha Raphoz guides us through key scenes when analysing the character of Macduff and the theme of masculinity.
Jan 26, 202113:53
Macbeth - Meter

Macbeth - Meter

Rhiannon Walls talks us through Shakespeare's intricate use of meter in the Scottish play, studying key scenes and characters along the way. 

Jan 26, 202115:34
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 10

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 10

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

In his full statement of the case, Jekyll reveals his darkest secrets...

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 25, 202145:39
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 9

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 9

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

In a letter to Utterson, Lanyon relays his dreadful encounter with Hyde.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 19, 202118:32
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 8

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 8

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Utterson, accompanied by Poole, decides to confront Jekyll, and makes a shocking discovery...

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 15, 202129:20
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 7

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 7

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Utterson and Enfield take a stroll, which results in a chance meeting with the elusive Jekyll.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 12, 202104:16
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 6

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 6

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Lanyon takes a turn for the worse, as Jekyll once again distances himself from his friends.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 11, 202110:21
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 5

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 5

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Utterson confronts Jekyll, and makes a discovery which causes him grave concern.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 08, 202111:20
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 4

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 4

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

A year passes by and a gruesome murder takes place, drawing Utterson's attention once again towards the sinister Mr Hyde.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 07, 202111:24
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 3

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 3

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Utterson catches up with his old friend, Jekyll, and takes an opportunity to question him about the mysterious Hyde.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella.

Jan 07, 202105:40
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 2

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 2

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Utterson, compelled by Enfield's story, sets out to meet the mysterious Hyde.

Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella...

Dec 03, 202019:20
Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 1

Jekyll & Hyde audiobook - Chapter 1

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson.  Read by Oliver Blagden.

Beware!  All is not what it seems.  Mysteries are uncovered and horrors arise in this full, unabridged audiobook of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic novella...

Nov 30, 202015:01
A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Five

A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Five

Read by Oliver Blagden.  Written by Charles Dickens.

Hurray! You are about to listen to the happiest of the five staves - Stave Five. Notice the overt happiness, joy and laughter from all involved as we see the wonderful consequence of Scrooge's redemption...

Nov 04, 202013:08
A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Four

A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Four

Read by Oliver Blagden.  Written by Charles Dickens.

Be cautious when listening to Stave Four as Dickens introduces us to the terrifying phantom of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. Look into Scrooge's solitary future if he chooses not to change and - like Scrooge -  be forced into reflecting on your own life and on the importance of generosity, kindness and love...

Oct 28, 202033:26
A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Three

A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Three

Read by Oliver Blagden.  Written by Charles Dickens.

Meet the jovial, genial, and immense Ghost of Christmas Present in Stave Three as we begin to see a change in Scrooge's usually miserable demeanour. Let him take Scrooge, and us listeners, on a journey to Christmas day at the Fezziwig's, the humble and happy Cratchit's and the house of Scrooge's loyal and forgiving nephew, Fred...

Oct 21, 202049:24
A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Two

A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave Two

Read by Oliver Blagden.  Written by Charles Dickens.

When Scrooge discovers that Marley's warning was true, he soon meets an ephemeral spirit that appears to be both old and young - the Ghost of Christmas Past.

Learn more about Scrooge's past and start to identify potential reasons for his callous ways as we are taken back to Scrooge's childhood and are reminded of a broken love that could have flourished if it were not for his greed...

Oct 14, 202036:56
A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave One

A Christmas Carol audiobook - Stave One

Read by Oliver Blagden.  Written by Charles Dickens.

Ebenezer Scrooge, the cold-hearted misanthrope, is visited by an old friend; but this old friend died 7 years previously...

Learn more about Scrooge's miserable ways as he rejects the "surplus population" and his sole surviving relative, is selfish and unsympathetic to his humble clerk Bob Cratchit and is content with the solitary life he currently leads...

Oct 07, 202040:52
Power & Conflict: Kamikaze

Power & Conflict: Kamikaze

Recorded by Rhiannon Walls.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 29, 202013:38
Power & Conflict: Checking Out Me History

Power & Conflict: Checking Out Me History

Recorded by Birna Helgadottir.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 27, 202014:09
Power & Conflict: The Emigree

Power & Conflict: The Emigree

Recorded by Rhiannon Walls.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 25, 202009:53
Power & Conflict: Tissue

Power & Conflict: Tissue

Recorded by Birna Helgadottir.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 22, 202016:59
Power & Conflict: War Photographer

Power & Conflict: War Photographer

Recorded by Oliver Blagden.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 21, 202014:11
Power & Conflict: Poppies

Power & Conflict: Poppies

Recorded by Oliver Blagden.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 19, 202017:03
Power & Conflict: Remains

Power & Conflict: Remains

Recorded by Oliver Blagden.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 18, 202013:42
Power & Conflict: Storm on the Island

Power & Conflict: Storm on the Island

Recorded by Rhiannon Walls.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 14, 202014:19
Power & Conflict: Bayonet Charge

Power & Conflict: Bayonet Charge

Recorded by Rhiannon Walls.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 14, 202016:48
Power & Conflict: Exposure

Power & Conflict: Exposure

Recorded by Birna Helgadottir.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 12, 202015:36
Power & Conflict: Charge of the Light Brigade

Power & Conflict: Charge of the Light Brigade

Recorded by Rhiannon Walls.

An interactive, guided analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 11, 202012:37
Power & Conflict: My Last Duchess

Power & Conflict: My Last Duchess

Recorded by Birna Helgadottir.

A guided, interactive analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 07, 202022:25
Power & Conflict: The Prelude

Power & Conflict: The Prelude

Recorded by Rhiannon Walls.

A guided, interactive analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 06, 202011:59
Power & Conflict: London

Power & Conflict: London

Recorded by Oliver Blagden.  

A guided, interactive analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 04, 202011:13
Power & Conflict: Ozymandias

Power & Conflict: Ozymandias

Recorded by Oliver Blagden.

A guided, interactive analysis of this AQA Power and Conflict poem.

May 01, 202012:21