Best Coop Chat Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 173: Books, Boobs and Dolly Parton! 17:51

2h ago17:51

17:51

Eydie is bubbling over with all things books, boobs and literacy today with a special focus on the one-and-only Dolly Parton. What's not to love? Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: https://imaginationlibrary.com/ Eydie's Recommended Books by Dolly: Songteller Behind The Seams Dream More (Eydie recommends you listen to this one…) Recommended Podcas…

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Episode 172: How to Stay Calm (Part II) REVISED 30:13

8h ago30:13

30:13

Summer is winding down, and we are still finding ways to stay calm and go with the flow. Join us for more fun tips and tricks and ways to chill out! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and enco…

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Keeping a Smaller Flock 23:35

7d ago23:35

23:35

Join Jess and Blaire in this episode of The Coop with Meyer Hatchery as they look into the essentials of maintaining a small or urban flock. Blaire shares her journey from managing a large hobby farm in Michigan to a compact backyard setup in Florida. Learn about choosing the right breeds, predator-proofing, and navigating local regulations. Whethe…

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Episode 171: Unpopular Opinions 28:44

8h ago28:44

28:44

The one where Eydie and Leah realize they have more in common than they thought... More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encouragement to live your best lives. Chicks and Roosters, we are getti…

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WTB Recommends: Memory Lane with Allyson June Smith (S3E3) 44:33

30m ago44:33

44:33

This week, as we continue our summer hols, we take a trip down Memory Lane with our own Jen and Kerry Godliman, and guest starring our wonderful Allyson! Keep up with Memory Lane here Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" show at the Edinburgh Fringe here. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Send your problems to wom…

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WTB Recommends: Horror Motel with Tiff Stevenson (S3 E1) 57:57

1d ago57:57

57:57

On the second iteration of 'WTB Recommends', to promote Allyson's Edinburgh Fringe run we're heading over to Allyson's other podcast, Horror Motel! This week they're talking about Slotherhouse, special guest starring Tiff Stevenson! 61% on Rotten Tomatoes if you're wondering. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" show at the Edinburgh Fringe here…

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Episode 170: How to Stay Calm (Part I) 34:34

3d ago34:34

34:34

Summer is in full swing and there are a whole lot of things that may be throwing us off-kilter. Join us for some great tips and discussion on staying calm! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the Chit Chat Coop on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and e…

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Frank and Stan Chat SPOTLIGHT No. 8 32:08

4d ago32:08

32:08

The two gents chat to Tom Zebedee about cyber security. Tom explains why it is vital that senior managers create a strong culture of openness and trust to ensure the chance of security breaches is reduced. He makes clear that it is all centred around effective leadership and a desire to demonstrate this at all times. He points out how some fairly r…

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A Sustainable Flock 15:56

14d ago15:56

15:56

Welcome back to The Coop with Meyer Hatchery! In this episode, Lauren and Kelsey, Meyer Hatchery team members, talk about the importance of maintaining a sustainable flock. Kelsey shares her experiences raising chickens, guinea fowl, and ducks on her Ozarks homestead. They discuss the essentials of a sustainable flock, including the role of rooster…

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WTB Recommends: Maureen & Jen Talk (E9) 20:57

14d ago20:57

20:57

We're out of season! To keep you tided over, we take a trip back a decade to a familiar scene, with Maureen and Jen stuck a train vaguely somewhere around Northampton. Enjoy! Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" show at the Edinburgh Fringe here. Send your problems to womentalking…

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E148: The Princess and The Plimsoll 1:02:50

18d ago1:02:50

1:02:50

In this summer finale (back in September!), Jen is bankrupted by Lebron James, Allyson's doing Maureen's taxes on the pod and a sandal is slept on (you can probably guess who by). We're taking our summer break, but keep your eyes on the feed for very special episodes from other podcasts (there are other podcasts?!), featuring your favourite trio. C…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 195 37:58

25d ago37:58

37:58

The gents are delighted to welcome back as a guest Emma Ainsworth. Emma is currently a Chair of Governors at a Primary School in Bradford, a former senior manager at The Coop and currently working on strategic architecture at Biffa. Stan draws attention to a rugby medal he found in his attic which led to him researching the relative who played Rugb…

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E147: Riding on Allyson's Moneymaker 55:58

25d ago55:58

55:58

This week, Allyson has an extractor disaster, Jen's sick of your announcements and Maureen only communicates through stickers. Also, Axel F, Neil Gaiman and things to look out for in hotel rooms. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" show at the Edinburgh Fringe here. Send your pro…

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Midweek Bonus: Eydie's Vacation Tips 5:06

27d ago5:06

5:06

Eydie is coming to you from the Smoky Mountains, full of tipping and tricking. Enjoy!

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Episode 169: Webs of Deception 30:04

1M ago30:04

30:04

Leah goes solo this week as she talks about being a secret operative and her history of deception. Get ready for a deep dive into the confessional! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for p…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 194 35:00

1M ago35:00

35:00

This week Frank and Stan chat with Jill Gray, former Principal at Blackpool 6th Form College and now a leading figure in the creation of The Coastal Collaborative Trust, a new multi academy trust that includes her former College. The chat opens with Stan having mixed emotions around the news that the new Government intend to undertake a Curriculum …

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E146: Maureen the Magpie 48:02

1M ago48:02

48:02

This week, we're all hopped up on Greggs while Jen's wandered into a detox, meanwhile the Mauren's cat's got a boyfriend, Allyson helps us get the stains out of a white t-shirt... oh and there was an election, I guess. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allysonjunesmith.…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 193 35:14

1M ago35:14

35:14

A momentous night followed by a Frank and Stan Chat. What more does education need? The two gents chat about their views on the past 14 years, what might happen in the next 100 days and what they hope for in the future. It's just a gentle glide through a range of issues. For those who have been up half the night and had to teach today, it might be …

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E145: Boogying 56:59

1M ago56:59

56:59

This week, Jen's been to Glastonbury, Maureen's calling from France and Allyson's visited... Chorley. Great sandwiches though. Also, infinity pools, spilling sh*t and a partner losing their love problem. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allysonjunesmith.com. Send your …

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Frank and Stan Chat SPOTLIGHT No. 7 35:19

1M ago35:19

35:19

Ever wondered what it felt like to be a long-established tutoring provider during the pandemic? Ever wondered why existing providers were not included in the initial list of 33 national providers for the National Tutoring Programme but new providers were? Ever considered why the Randstad contract ended so quickly? How did tutoring programmes surviv…

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Episode 168: Just Desserts! 45:31

2M ago45:31

45:31

Welcome to our dessert dilemma, where Eydie kind of hops on the sweet train, swapping sugar-filled stories overflowing with Cool Whip and pudding pandemonium. Leah, our fruit-loving dessert skeptic, begrudgingly shares her cherry obsession while reminiscing about childhood treats that would make a dentist shudder. From German kuchens to Christmas b…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 192 42:43

2M ago42:43

42:43

This week Stan returns from his two week break and we are joined by Education Director, author, keynote speaker and great guest Paul Ainsworth. Paul's most recent publication 'No Silver Bullets' draws on his considerable and varied career involved in school improvement. True to his character he doesn't plug any of his books, although Stan and Frank…

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E144: Seagulled 1:05:36

2M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

This week, we look back on our first live show, our producer goes down and tragedy befalls the Peppa Pig Ring. Also, sh*tting seagulls, parasol palaver and remembering Donald Sutherland - mostly with good stuff but one very mediocre TV show. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" to…

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Bonus Episode: Journal Connection Era 12:58

2M ago12:58

12:58

Eydie and friend of the pod, Lena, are kicking off their new project, the Journal Connection Era! It’s all about making new friends and reconnecting with old ones through journaling. Listen in to find out if this Era is for you. All are welcome. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the Chit Chat Coop on FaceBook where you can respond to th…

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Episode 167: Summertime Routines 28:48

2M ago28:48

28:48

It's summer, friends! Leah talks about "plork" and how her garden is becoming destressed, and Eydie is on the dessert bandwagon. So much fun and so much hope! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to c…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 191 33:02

2M ago33:02

33:02

It has taken a while but it was great to have Mags Bradbury, the Head of Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement at University of Manchester as our guest. Mags previously led the Coop Group's education programme which included their early foray into academy sponsorship. In fact, Mags was instrumental in encouraging Frank to apply for a senior ro…

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E143: Tit Skipping 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

This week, Allyson has a life-changing schnoz revelation, Jen’s been fingering too many pies and Maureen goes full Matrix. Also, Bridgerton, Herder and Goethe and orthotic insoles. Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allys…

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Bonus Episode: Gaining a Sister! 37:34

2M ago37:34

37:34

Today, two young women share the story of how they came to miraculously find one another - biological sisters from China. One of them happens to be my daughter... If you'd like to find out even more about this story, please read my blog:https://leahrempel.org/2024/06/sisters.html More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit C…

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Episode 166: Feeding Our Souls 27:33

2M ago27:33

27:33

Join us for a heartwarming episode of "2 Chit Chat Chicks," starring my sister, Nicole, where we share tips to make life a bit brighter and tackle the challenge of feeding our souls amidst life's chaos. Tune in for our Campfire Chat as we explore the joys of gardening, art, and maintaining routines, even on the go. Don't miss our Chit Chat Challeng…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 190 35:25

2M ago35:25

35:25

With Stan taking a couple of weeks away from the chat we are delighted to have Kendra Allen as the co-host. Kendra has been a longstanding follower of the weekly chat and has appeared on three separate occasions as a guest. The chat kicks off with Kendra discussing the level of abuse online that female politicians receive and why this makes it diff…

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E142: Dig Your Heels In 1:00:55

3M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

This week, Jen doesn’t want to, but has to, be pedantic, Allyson avoids a date hijacking by cokeheads and Maureen drops 86p on a museum tour she couldn’t see. Also we watch The Zone of Interest, Thirteen Ghosts and help a listener focus on getting stuff done. Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relat…

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Episode 165: Our Writing Practices 35:18

3M ago35:18

35:18

In this episode, we explore our writing practices and the different forms our writing takes. Leah discusses her blog, highlighting how it helps her make meaning, provides a ritual, and brings joy through editing and sharing. Eydie talks about her novel "Carrie's Winter" and the importance of writing forward without constantly revisiting the beginni…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 189 33:13

2M ago33:13

33:13

Sometimes major news stories have relevance for education and the way they show poor leadership and/or judgement. This week's faux pas was not directly about education but it demonstrated poor judgement and a lack of awareness. John Cosgrove former headteacher, author and freelance writer joins Frank and Stan as they unpick the decision of the PM t…

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E141: Back In The Bag 52:15

3M ago52:15

52:15

This week, Maureen finds too-small tights worth keeping, Allyson gets emotional over lobster-buttered bread and Jen brings a 5-finger shuffle to the problem. Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here. Check out Jen's evacuation All Our Relations aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allysonjunesmith.com. Send y…

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Episode 164: Brainwaves: What’s Been Bouncing in Our Heads 36:01

3M ago36:01

36:01

Get cozy as we gather around the campfire to talk about what's been brewing other than coffee. We’re turning up the heat with tales of sharing the stage with Margaret Atwood, garden adventures (of course), role playing at Costco, and how hospitality is figuring into both of our lives in new and meaningful ways. More From Us: We’d love for you to jo…

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E140: Lats, Slats, Baps 1:04:11

3M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

This week, Maureen moves too slow for a treadmill, Allyson helps a listener with travelling alone and Jen’s resistance training rant is interrupted by a cat-tree palava. Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here. Check out Jen's evacuation aid fundraiser here. Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allysonjunesmith.com. Send your pr…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 188 40:14

3M ago40:14

40:14

This week the gents are joined by a friend, colleague and keen follower of their weekly chat, Kendra Allen. This is the third time Kendra has been a guest and she never disappoints in being able to draw on considerable experience as a senior leader and adviser to get to the heart of the weekly education news. This week we chat about lecterns, rain,…

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E139: Technology Hives 52:24

3M ago52:24

52:24

This week, is an absolute cracker. Maureen makes a bold investment in a duster buster and flips her lid at oily bread-dipping, jet lagged Allyson brings us one of the most insane horror movie premises we've ever seen and Jen gets kicked out of the Chelsea Flower Show. Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here. Check out Jen's fundraiser here…

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Episode 163: Summer Intentions 25:23

3M ago25:23

25:23

Summer is just around the corner, and Eydie and Leah are getting prepped! Leah is, of course, obssessed with her gardening and beaching, among others things, and Eydie is on fire for getting fit and finishing off her book, "Carrie's Winter," based on the Laura Ingalls Wilder series. Join us as we laugh and encourage and have an all around fun chitc…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 187 41:18

3M ago41:18

41:18

The gents are delighted Aelwyn Pugh, Former HMI, Senior Effectiveness Officer and Head of Music Service decided to return as a guest. His first appearance was in September 2023 and led to comments such as 'at last we get to hear a proper HMI chatting about education' and 'this is what HMI used to be like. Aelwyn gets things moving by explaining how…

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E138: Ben Brister 47:09

4M ago47:09

47:09

This week, Allyson’s spent a week at the slots, Maureen reveals a unique new show title and Jen tries to avoid swimming in sh*t. Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here Check out Jen's fundraiser here Go see Maureen in Cambridge, tickets here Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allysonjunesmith.com Send your problems to womenta…

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Episode 162: Our Latest Reads, Watches and Listens 26:46

3M ago26:46

26:46

We're back with fan favourite: what we're up to in our reading, watching and listening to. We've always got the best recommendations for books, tv, music and podcasts. Listen in to get the goods! Recommendations: Aechy Pen and Curve Line Marker https://aechy.com/ Reading The Secret Life of Groceries - Benjamin Lorr Traveling Mercies - Anne Lamott W…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 186 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

When Frank and Stan held their first chat in May 2020 we never imagined others would be interested in them. We certainly didn't envisage that eminent thinkers, practitioners and respected colleagues would join us as guests. This week we are delighted welcome back Neil Jurd, author of 'The Leadership Book', former army officer and RMA Sandhurst inst…

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Chicken Chat with Hanns from Omlet 45:03

4M ago45:03

45:03

In this episode of The Coop, Jess from Meyer Hatchery sits down with Hanns from Omlet to discuss the evolution of chicken keeping and coop design. They explore Omlet and what makes them so special and Hanns shares his thoughts on making chicken coops more convenient and secure with features like automated doors that simplify daily routines for chic…

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E137: Cogitating, Deliberating, Regurgitating 59:09

4M ago59:09

59:09

Grab tickets quick for WTB Live in Brighton here! This week, Maureen hits Switzerland without a coat or a right shoe, Jen has sock problems, Allyson Snow White’s a humming bird and we ask the real questions: like “what’s pegging in sign language?” Send your problems to womentalkingbollocks@gmail.com with the subject 'Ask Allyson'. Catch Allyson's "…

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Episode 161: Getting Our Gardens Going and Growing! 31:27

4M ago31:27

31:27

The glorious gardening season has begun on the west coast and in Wisconsin! Eydie and Leah chat about their gardening plans and adventures - come share in the enthusiasm! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to c…

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Frank and Stan Chat No. 185 44:30

4M ago44:30

44:30

It was a privilege to be joined by Jan Rowe from John Moores University for a chat about ITE and the latest education news. It didn't take long for us all to reflect on the teacher trainer market review and the impact it has had. It is fair to say we found it hard to identify many strengths, if at all. Teacher recruitment numbers remain low and exi…

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E136: Worth Waiting For 45:15

4M ago45:15

45:15

This week, Jen loses it over technical difficulties, Allyson discovers Hand-on-T*t therapy and Maureen's book flogging ruins a heartfelt speech. Buy Maureen's new book, Prisms of My Life, here. Send your problems to womentalkingbollocks@gmail.com with the subject 'Ask Allyson'! Catch Allyson's "Little Smith Sunshine" tour at allysonjunesmith.com Or…

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Frank and Stan Chat No 184B 2:52

4M ago2:52

2:52

This week the gents are joined by Neil Sheldon, Chair of the Teaching Statistics Trust, Fellow of the RSS and a Chartered Statistician Vice-Chair of the UK Linguistics Olympiad and Member of the Committee for Linguistics in Education. A teacher of pupils aged from 9yrs to 90yrs he's a fascinating and well informed colleague in the way statistics ar…

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