What's Their Why? The Podcast
By Daren White
The podcast accompanies and compliments the highly rated book "What's Their Why? Exploring motivation and engagement in learning" which is available on Amazon Kindle and as a paperback: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BPGKY9DM
This podcast is the sequel to the successful Myedtechbuddies Podcast which began as a sidekick for the app which was a Google Innovator project #VIA20.
Find out more at www.myedtechbuddy.co.uk
What's Their Why? The Podcast Mar 16, 2021
What's Their Why? The Podcast..Episode 8 with Erika Sandström
In this episode I finally meet face to face with Erika Sandström. Erika is a Digital Learning Coach & Digital Media Teacher in the US. She is also a Mindfulness Enthusiast & Speaker, was featured on cover EdTech K12 Magazine and is otherwise known as @GreenScreenGal
What's Their Why? The Podcast: Episode 7 with Action Jackson
In the latest episode of the What's Their Why? Podcast I got to sit down with the UK Ambassador for Happiness, Action Jackson to talk mental health, motivation and ladders.
We had a blast and hope you get as much out of it as we did.
#motivation #happiness #podcast #mentalhealth
What's Their Why? The podcast: Episode 6 with Jodie Campbell
In this episode I meet with Jodie Campbell who is a Senior Education Community Manager at Apps for Good, an education technology charity, proud to partner with schools and brands.
We talk pupil projects, innovation, climate and social action as well as the dawn of AI for pupils and future entrepreneurs.
What's Their Why? The Podcast | Episode 5 with Al Kingsley
In this episode I talk with Al Kingsley, who has many hats as discussed in the episode but has been described as “ a pioneer in transforming school learning", "a champion of the small fish with a huge global impact" and quite simply " The nicest man in EdTech.” which must be why he's the first guest to make a second appearance on my podcasts.
We talk experiences, edtech, governance and access in this episode, with miraculously only one minor interruption from the canine world.
Al also has a new book on the way, available to pre-order: The School and MAT Growth Guide
What's Their Why? The podcast | Episode 4 with Rachel Arthur
In this episode I meet and chat with Rachel Arthur.
Rachel is the Head of Computing, Programme Design at Teach First, where she is responsible for leading all computing programmes across the UK. We talk about motivation and engagement, neurodivergent learner & teachers, teacher training and AI amongst other things.
What's Their Why? Episode 3 with Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith
In this episode I chat with Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith, a renowned Strategic Education Consultant, Lecturer/Researcher, Award winning Teacher & Leader & Director of One Life Learning.
We discuss our recent experiences from a great LGFL Conference and Fiona enlightens us on her own education and career path, what motivates and engages her, how pedagogical beliefs and stances can affect pupil motivation and how we might prepare our young people for their future.
There may also be strange references to cheese as well as AI in education.
What's Their Why? Episode 2 with Nic Ponsford
In this episode I chat with educational thought leader, former teaching award winner and founder & CEO of the Global Equality Collective, Nic Ponsford.
We talk about our own career experiences, the world of diversity and inclusion and the future of technology in education, as well as the future of teaching itself.
There's even talk of daredevils and pompoms!!
Check out the Global Equality Collective at thegec.education and follow Nic on twitter
What's Their Why? with Emma Darcy
In this first episode of the new series I speak to Emma Darcy, Director of Technology for Learning at Denbigh High School & Chiltern Learning Trust. Emma was named in the #Edtech50 and is part of the Bett Show Advisory Board as well as Pearson Teaching Award winner with a history of transformation and a wealth of experience as an Edtech Demonstrator.
We discuss technology, motivation, future skills and castles, amongst other things.
Get the book, What's Their Why? on Amazon
#29 Secret Diaries with Al Kingsley, aged 13 3/4ish
In this episode we talk to Al Kingsley (alkingsley.com)
Al is Chair of a number of Multi Academy Trusts, sits on the Regional Schools Commissioners HeadTeacher Board, Forbes Technology Council Member and is the proud Group CEO of NetSupport. Al also sits on a Combined Authority Business Board, is a proactive Apprenticeship Ambassador for the east of england, Author, Speaker and a positive #EdTech Champion.
#28 Alpaca lot into this episode with Matthew Jessop
In this episode we meet Matthew Jessop, Headteacher of Crosthwaite C of E Primary in Cumbria as we talk social distancing, Google Reference Schools, using edtech with littles and underperforming alpacas.
Check out Crosthwaite on twitter here: https://twitter.com/CrosthwaiteSch
#27 It's ok not to be au fait - with Dom Traynor
In this episode we meet #DigiDom Dom Traynor - EduEvangelist for Adobe. We talk all aspects of creativity, developing skills and inspiring others.
You can follow Dom on twitter at https://twitter.com/dom_traynor
#21 Student Voice with Charlie James
We're back for series 2 and in this first episode we talk with Charlie James @adventuresinLT. At just 23 Charlie is currently at university but has previously built up a wealth of experience training students at teachers during her apprenticeship and subsequent substantive role at Basingstoke Technology College (@bcot).
In this episode we talk edtech, social media, university life under COVID restrictions, student mental health and student voice.
#26 6th form and the virtual challenge with Balli Dail
Balli Dail is a Deputy leader of KS5 T&L, Leader of Psychology, examiner, Microsoft Innovator, Literacy leader, coach, careers champion, mindfulness trained, amazing apprenticeship champion, Psychology ambassador, and CPD presenter from the West Midlands in the UK
In this episode we talk Key Stage 5, Microsoft Teams and Teacher Training
#25 Step Back with Bukky Yusuf
Bukky Yusuf is a Senior Leader, Secondary Science Teacher, Consultant and Qualified DfE Coach from the Edith Kay Independent School in Brent
Bukky has worked in education for over two decades and teaches secondary sciences to A level. She has undertaken a number of leadership roles within mainstream and special schools, centring around professional development programmes, quality first teaching and learning and effective implementations of Educational Technology.
In this episode we chat about coaching, connecting and building rapport as well as reflecting on how you can step back and review your own practice.
#24 Connecting with 3 Caffeinated Coaches
In this episode we meet the 3 Caffeinated Coaches, Shannon Moore, Becky Lim & Georgina Dean.
With a wealth of experience these formidable women celebrate, coach and connect with educators all around the world.
Here we talk coffee (obviously), tapioca, our greatest challenges, book studies and who would play us in a film of 2020-2021.
Just don't ask Shannon to eat beans on toast or sloppy food.
#23 Sprinting with Ben Rouse (no lycra allowed)
In this episode we talk to Ben Rouse, a former Maths teacher and now UK Director of Appsevents (Google PD Partner) as well as being a co-host of his own podcast What Do They Do? with Dean Stokes.
Here we talk about Design Thinking, Bootcamp style training and being a MAMIL.
#22 Empathy & Equity with Laura White
In this episode we talk to Laura White @thinkteachtech, a renowned Digital Learning Consultant, Trainer and self-confessed Teaching & Learning geek.
Laura has 2 masters degrees and is currently completing an EdD alongside her many other exploits which include leading the first UK cohorts of the Google Certified Coach program with Canopy.
In this episode Laura also gives a shout out to digests produced and shared by https://twitter.com/PearceMrs?s=09
#20 Connecting with Clare Pirie
In this final episode we meet Clare Pirie. Clare is an educator, blogger and Google Certified Innovator, who having changed careers, is passionate about Teaching and Learning.
Clare is the founder of @ConnectrioEd, aiming to share successful strategies for parental engagement.
We also find out the final entry in the #lunchboxlegend world cup.
#19 All Inclusive with Ryan Evans
In this episode Daren speaks with Ryan Evans, founder of IncludEDU.online.
Ryan is a former ICT teacher and now Inclusion Technologist from Carmarthen in Wales. Ryan is a Google Certified Innovator, Apple Professional Learning Specialist and Microsoft Certified Educator and his #VIA20 project reflects his passion for inclusivity in learning.
#18 Pick Your Own PD with Zaitoon Bukhari
In this episode we're joined by Zaitoon Bukhari, SLE in Integrated Technology, Edtech Teaching & Learning Lead at Witton Park Academy, Google Innovator & Trainer.
Zaitoon is passionate about delivering relevant PD opportunities to staff in order to empower colleagues and improve life chances for students. Here she talks about her own experiences of training quality, diversity and innovation and how she is determined to drive better representation and relevance in the education and edtech worlds through 1:1 coaching and readily available resources.
#17 #ITjustworks - according to Abid Patel
In this episode we talk to the A-B-I and the D, Abid Patel, IT Director at Leading Learning Trust, Edufuturist Network Manager of the Year 2020, #Edtech50 one to watch.
Abid is also a co-founder of Global GEG and leader of GEG UK.
We talk about digital strategy, eradicating the 'them and us' culture, staff development, 10X thinking and more.
#16 Taking a leap of faith - with Ben Moore
In this episode we meet Ben Moore, the world's youngest Google Certified Trainer and lead member of GEG UK and Global GEG. Even though he is only 20, Ben has already held a number of roles in education and is a pioneer in terms of supporting staff development with technology for his schools and the Academies Enterprise Trust as an InnovAETor.
Ben talks openly about his rapid rise to Google Certified Trainer, being a young member of staff in schools and his personal battle with long COVID.
#15 Lightbulb moments with Andy Caffrey
In this episode Daren chats with Andy Caffrey - @MrCaffrey - the highly respected CEO of @CanopyCIC , Google Innovator Program legend and former teacher with a love of technology.
Andy has been instrumental in helping thousands of teachers improve their tech skills and continues to do so through Canopy's latest release Google Workspace Skills.
Andy talks honestly about rejection, resilience and reinvention.
#14 Thinglinking about the future with Louise Jones
In this episode Daren talks to Louise Jones, former educator, Googler and current Director of Education, Community & Partnerships At Thinglink about her varied career, accessibility for all, the future of education and of course, what Thinglink has to offer not just educators but any user across the globe.
Follow Louise @Scotlandlouise
Click here to view an example Thinglink edtech tube map
#13 Introducing new approaches with Emma Baker
In this episode we talk to Emma Baker, Principal of Ormiston Rivers Academy in Burnham, Essex, England.
Emma has been a Headteacher for 6 years and was instrumental in developing teaching and learning at her previous school, Maltings Academy and has since introduced Google for Education at her current school.
#12 What is education for? with Jon Neale
In this episode we talk with Jon Neale, a highly respected Google Certified Trainer and Innovator and Digital Learning Lead at Halcyon London International School about the purpose of education, how things have changed and how they might move forward into the future to the benefit of our young people and our staff.
#11 Mote-making with Will Jackson
In this episode we talk to co-founder of Mote, Will Jackson.
Mote is a fantastic voice recording and feedback tool that has taken the educational world by storm, allowing teachers to give great, personal feedback whilst reducing workload.
#10 Not Just A Guy featuring Lawrence Tijjani
In this episode we talk to Lawrence Tijjani (@justaguy_LT) about his journey, his challenges and drive, mentoring young people and making a change in terms of BAME representation in the Edtech world.
Born and raised in Bermondsey, South East London. Lawrence is an entrepreneur who had always been driven by success. Lover of all things technological and a former teacher who happens to have epilepsy and chronic pain. Through blogging and speaking about his challenges he has found a greater purpose in helping others to drive their own social mobility on their journey to success.
#9 Feel Better featuring Wendy Peskett
In this episode we speak to Independent Trainer Wendy Peskett about her experience of staff training and balancing that with morale and recognition in terms of work-life balance.
Wendy is the developer of @FeelbetterEDU - a one stop shop full of ideas and resources to help educational staff find more balance in their lives.
#8 Coaching & Mentoring in a pandemic featuring Stephanie Howell
In this episode we speak to Stephanie Howell, former Special Education teacher and now Instructional Technology Coordinator for Pickerington School District, Ohio. USA.
Daren and Stephanie talk training and supporting staff in a remote situation, juggling family and work as well as the power of a PLN and your local GEG (Google Educator Group)
#7 Getting Creative with Bookcreator featuring Jon Smith
In this episode we meet Jon Smith, Teacher Success Manager at Bookcreator. Jon is a former teacher and self-taught tech enthusiast and the face of the Bookcreator instructional videos. Tune in as we talk teacher training, getting creative, sharing successes and failures and COVID, not forgetting of course, Jon's all important entry for #lunchboxlegend .
#6 Supporting Teachers as a 'Techie'
In this episode, we speak to Dave Leonard @itbadger and Strategic IT Director at the Watergrove Trust. Dave is a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator and co-host of the popular @learningdust podcast.
#5 - InnovAETors Assemble
In this episode we meet Richard Sparks, David Draper and Elmaz Soyal, fellow leaders of the InnovAETors team from the Academies Enterprise Trust and talk about how the trust has been supporting staff in developing their digital skills, including the delivery of remote learning.
The team share their experiences and top tips for supporting your staff and yourself in Edtech adoption as well as their #lunchboxlegends
#4 There ain't no party like an SJ Part-E with SJ White
In this episode Daren is joined by fellow Trainer and Innovator SJ White (no relation) as they talk Edtech and coaching, FE and Pivoting. SJ is the first UK female Google Certified Coach and has a wealth of experience in working with staff to develop skills and confidence.
#3 2019/20 - A great time to join the education world with Daniel Manley
Daniel is IDS and Google Lead at Witton Park Academy. Daniel's background is not in the education world but in September 2019 he took the plunge and couldn't have timed it better (or worse).
#2 Talking Technology and Training with Rachel Coathup
In this episode of #myedtechbuddies Daren speak to Rachel Coathup, Google Certified Trainer & Innovator #SWE19 and Lead Teacher for Technology for Learning at LEO Academy Trust.
Rachel is also the driving force behind Badgedtech.com
Follow Rachel on Twitter @techmissC
Check out the @Myedtechbuddy app
#1 Say Yes with Dean Stokes
In this episode Daren talks with Dean Stokes, Google's Education Adoption Manager for EMEA, about the his take on teacher training, how to approach new technology and his favourite lunchbox snack.
Links:
Shine https://www.waterstones.com/book/shine/andy-cope/gavin-oattes/9780857087652
Dean at the Bett Show https://youtu.be/i6Rk8JGyaWA
Introducing Myedtechbuddies
Myedtechbuddies is an accompanying podcast for @Myedtechbuddy, a #VIA20 Google Innovator Project from Daren White, @Rangathetrainer, focusing on how we can help teachers grow confidence with educational technology in the classroom and beyond.
To check out the @Myedtechbuddy app go to https://bit.ly/Myedtechbuddyapp