Best Dr Alison Hardy Podcasts (2024)

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Primary Perspectives: Shaping the Future of D&T Education 43:30

2h ago43:30

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Send me a message. In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I interviewed Janine Pavlis, a lecturer at St Mary's University in Twickenham, London, who specialises in primary design and technology education. We discussed the current state of D&T in primary schools, including the statutory requirements, the typical structure of lessons, and the im…

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Bridging the Gap: Connecting Craft, Design, and Technology in Schools 28:13

4h ago28:13

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Send me a message. In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nicky Dewar, the Director of Learning and Skills at the Crafts Council. We discussed the importance of craft in design and technology education and the challenges faced by schools in incorporating hands-on making experiences for students. Nicky shared …

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🔒 The Art of Balancing Engagement and Learning in Design and Technology Lessons 12:36

9d ago12:36

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I reflect on the conversation published earlier this week with Tony Ryan about the various industry contexts developed by the Design and Technology Association for Key Stage 3 pupils in England. I explore the complexities that teachers face when designing a unit of work, par…

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Reimagining Design and Technology Education: The D&T Association's Innovative Approach 44:22

8h ago44:22

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Send me a message. Early this year I had the pleasure of interviewing Tony Ryan, the Chief Executive of the Design and Technology Association. In this episode, Tony shared exciting updates about the association's initiatives to support and advance design and technology education in the UK. We discussed the "Reimagined" program, which focuses on dev…

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🔒 Nurturing Collaboration and Support Networks in D&T Education 12:37

4d ago12:37

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I wanted to delve into the topic of collaboration, support, and networks for design and technology teachers. Drawing inspiration from the successful model of the Food Teachers Centre, I discussed the importance of creating spaces where teachers can collaborate and share idea…

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Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities in D&T Education: Insights from Dave Parry 38:54

7d ago38:54

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I sit down with Dave Parry, Design and Technology Advisor at CLEAPSS, to discuss the current state of D&T education in England and explore potential ways to shape its future. Dave shares his insights from visiting numerous schools and highlights some of the main challenges the subject faces, includ…

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🔒 Rethinking D&T: Practical Strategies for Fostering Ethical and Sustainable Design 10:01

11d ago10:01

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I reflect on my thought-provoking conversation with David Spendlove from Tuesday's episode. David's radical ideas about design and technology education, particularly his challenge to move away from unsustainable consumerism and embed critical thinking about values and politi…

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Rethinking Design and Technology Education for a Sustainable Future: A Conversation with Professor David Spendlove 46:02

24d ago46:02

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Send me a message. In this episode, I interview David Spendlove, a professor at the University of Manchester, about his radical thinking on design and technology education. Spendlove reintroduces his concept of "Design and Technology 2.0," which aims to create a new conceptual space for rethinking the subject without the baggage of its current form…

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🔒 Making Sense of the Design & Technology Curriculum Aims 14:25

26d ago14:25

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I dive into the aims of the Design and Technology National Curriculum in England. I discuss the four main aims as they are currently written, analyzing what each one entails and how they contribute to the overall purpose of the subject. I explore the first aim, which focuses…

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Decoding England’s D&T Curriculum 23:02

1M ago23:02

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Send me a message. This week’s episode is part of the Shaping D&T series, running from April to August 2024, where i interview a variety of people and discuss the current state and future of design and technology (D&T) education. This week it’s just me exploring the current national curriculum for D&T in England, which has undergone several iterati…

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🔒 Shaping the Future of D&T Education: Lessons from the Past 12:30

25d ago12:30

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I delve into the historical context and the reasons behind my decision to start the "Shaping Design and Technology Education" series. I reflect on the conversations and committees formed to discuss the state and future of D&T education in England, drawing parallels to the de…

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Shaping the Future of Design and Technology Education in England 8:26

29d ago8:26

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Send me a message. In this introductory episode of the second series of my Talking D&T podcast for 2024, I discuss the focus of the upcoming series on shaping design and technology education in England. The series, running from April to August 2024, will feature international speakers sharing their perspectives on the subject in their respective co…

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🔒 Unraveling the Complexities of Motivation in Design and Technology 11:20

1M ago11:20

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this follow-up episode to my conversation with Phil Jones about Remke's paper on intrinsic motivation, I delve deeper into the concepts of motivation and expectancy, drawing from my doctoral research and my chapter in the "Learning to Teach Design and Technology" book. I explore the distinction between …

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Talking with Phil Jones about Intrinsic Motivation and 21st-Century Learning 27:37

1M ago27:37

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I interview Phil Jones, a full-time D&T teacher and subject leader at a school in Merseyside, who is also a part-time doctoral student at Liverpool John Moores University. Phil shares his experience as part of the organizing committee for the PATT (Pupils' Attitude Towards Technology) conference an…

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🔒 From Access FM to Layton's Values: Frameworks for Exploring Design 16:38

2M ago16:38

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I delve into the complex topic of teaching children to understand and articulate the agency and values inherent in designed objects. Inspired by my recent conversation with Alice about object agency, I reflect on the challenges and importance of equipping students with the k…

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Alice Hellard on the Ethical Dimensions of Design Education (part 2) 44:01

2M ago44:01

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Send me a message. In this episode, Alice Hellard and I explore the impact of design on our lives and society. Alice's work highlights the importance of design education in navigating modern complexities, emphasising student agency and the dynamic relationship between humans and their environment. We talk about how objects like smartphones influenc…

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🔒 Exploring the Intersection of Space and Values in Design Education 8:48

2M ago8:48

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. Have you ever walked into a corporate foyer and felt as though you've stepped into a modern-day cathedral, with its grandeur either welcoming you or intimidating you? Now imagine that as a learning space for D&T... Join Alison in this episode as she explores that potential connections between space, values…

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🔒 Diversity in Design and Technology Education: The Case for Inclusive Research Practices 9:51

2M ago9:51

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this podcast episode, Alison discusses inclusive research practices and the significance of diversity within design and technology (D&T) education. Drawing from her conversation with Sarah Davies, Alison emphasises the inclusion of children as active participants and the importance of their work as valu…

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Design Objects and Their Hidden Impact: a conversation with Alice Hellard (part 1) 36:16

3M ago36:16

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Send me a message. This is the first part of a conversation with Alice Hellard from Goldsmiths. We unravel the complexities of agency, design and objects agency in museum settings. Alice's research, presented at PATT40, looks at the often-overlooked emotional and philosophical connections we form with objects, and how these relationships are shaped…

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From Abstract to Applause in Academic Conferences: Talking with Dr Sarah Davies 34:26

3M ago34:26

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Send me a message. Are you a D&T teacher or researcher navigating the complex world of academic writing and conferences? Unlock the mysteries of academic publishing as I sit down with Sarah Davies, the editor-in-chief of the PATT40 conference. This week's episode explores the layers of the paper submission process, offering a comprehensive look at …

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🔒 Exploring the Power of Research in Design and Technology 8:53

3M ago8:53

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. Could your curiosity be the key to unlocking new frontiers in design and technology education? This episode is a celebration, not just of the rigorous academic process, but of the spirit of learning that's at the heart of teaching. I talk about how Alex's approach to research, his refreshing transparency, …

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Broadening the Definition of Intelligence in Design and Technology Curriculum 42:48

3M ago42:48

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Send me a message. This week I'm talking with Alex, artist and lecturer in environmental design, and Sam, the design and technology curriculum lead at Oak National Academy. Alex's research, presented at PATT40, is the starting point of the conversation. He focuses on the often-overlooked non-verbal intelligences and offers a fresh perspective on ho…

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🔒 Approaches to Assessing Design and Technology capability: what the research says 12:55

3M ago12:55

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this week's subscription episode, I unpack the complexities of assessing design and technology capability, emphasising the significance of real-time assessments. Using published literature, I question England's current non-examined assessment (NEAs - coursework) approach Listen in and be inspired to ret…

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Shaping D&T Assessment: Neil Wright's view of recent research 30:36

3M ago30:36

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Send me a message. This week I chat with Neil Wright, whose unique path from the electronics industry to education brings a fresh perspective to his students at William Farr School. He talks with me about his attendance at the PATT-40 conference, sponsored by WF Education Group, where he had the opportunity to learn from and talk with D&T education…

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🔒 AI in D&T Education: A New Design Instrument, a Disruptor and a pedagogy 11:42

4M ago11:42

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. I discuss AI in D&T education with insights from my recent chat with Joanne Taylor. I explore in more depth the paper from the PATT 40 conference that probes the dual nature of AI as both a creative catalyst and a potential disruptor for future creativity. In this episode I take a deep dive into the use of…

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Creativity in the Classroom with AI Technology: a conversation with Joanne Taylor about PATT40 34:43

4M ago34:43

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Send me a message. Prepare to have your perspective on art and design education challenged as I sit down with Joanne Taylor, after the PATT 40 conference. She's here to share her thoughts on research from Oslo Metropolitan University on how AI text-to-image generators like Mid-journey, Dali-E, and Stable Diffusion are revolutionising the field. We …

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🔒 Enhancing D&T Teacher Development with Research and Writing Strategies 15:21

4M ago15:21

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode I explore how teachers can enhance their classrooms through research and writing. Using the example of design fiction to spark students' imagination, I explain how reflective, research practice can be a powerful tool for professional development. I explain the steps D&T teachers can take to…

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Exploring Design and Technology research at PATT40 with Dr. Matt McLain 26:45

4M ago26:45

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Send me a message. Step into the world of the PATT 40 conference with Dr. Matt McLain, who shares his insights and experiences from this groundbreaking event. As the conference chair, Matt explains the conference's aim to unite design and technology research, and classroom practice in a meaningful symphony. In this episode we talk about the confere…

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347 Joshua Whitehead - Shoot, Shovel, Shut-Up 13:20

5M ago13:20

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Joshua shares a poetic narrative about being Indigenous and queer in Canada. Joshua Whitehead is an Assistant Professor at the University of Calgary and he is the author of Making Love with the Land, full-metal indigiqueer and Jonny Appleseed all of which have received a litany of accolades and awards. He is also the editor of Love after the End: A…

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TD&T131 Writing a debate about D&T 27:20

6M ago27:20

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Send me a message. This episode is unusual in that there is also a video that goes alongside it where you can see me and Ciaran talking as I am live editing his debate that he's submitted as an example of a response to one of the contentious questions. Link to the video: https://youtu.be/QrBNYNC7fo8 Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode: Lin…

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346 Leanne Yong - Failing at Failing 11:16

5M ago11:16

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Leanne shares her greatest failures for your entertainment and edification, and as a terribly public method of therapy, one might suppose. Leanne Yong started her career as an IT business analyst and is now an escape room creator who has designed internationally recognised games with her partner that weave unique puzzle mechanics with narrative. Tw…

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345 Sophie Cunningham - Getting Old is A Real Trip 12:11

6M ago12:11

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Approaching 60, and reckoning with family histories, physical stuff, and the world at large, Sophie makes a list. Sophie Cunningham is the author of nine books, including the novel This Devastating Fever and the essay collection City of Trees. She is also a teacher, mentor, climate change activist and every day she posts an image of a tree on her I…

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344 Daniel Lavery - Dangers, Toils and Snare Drums 9:05

6M ago9:05

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Daniel recounts the meaningful form of lying. Daniel Lavery is the cofounder of The Toast, served as Slate's Dear Prudence from 2016–2021, and the author of Something That May Shock and Discredit You. He performed this story at Sydney Writers Festival. Queerstories an award-winning LGBTQI+ storytelling project directed by Maeve Marsden, with regula…

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343 Bernie Hobbs - Ghostly Encounters 10:45

6M ago10:45

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Bernie shares her experiences with the supernatural. Best known as a judge from The New Inventors and her many years with ABC Science, Bernie Hobbs is an award-winning science writer and broadcaster. She performed this story at the World Science Festival in Brisbane. Queerstories an award-winning LGBTQI+ storytelling project directed by Maeve Marsd…

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342 Alison Wright - There and Back Again 12:00

6M ago12:00

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Alison is plagued by indecision when choosing between two seemingly perfect job opportunities in Germany. Dr Alison Wright is a Scientist at Griffith University working in the Office for Research. Her research specialised in Spinal Cord Injury stem cell treatments, and chemical tissue clearing microscopy techniques. As a prominent transgender scien…

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🔒 TD&T130 Why its a no from me 18:41

7M ago18:41

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. This is a follow on from Tuesday's episode with more detail about why I made the suggestions I did to the Design Council event about what can be done to develop and improve D&T in England. Episode transcript Ciaran Ellis posted a thought-provoking question on LinkedIn recently: Do design decisions involve …

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TD&T129 Me at The Design Council 16:25

7M ago16:25

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Send me a message. A few weeks ago I attended an event hosted by the Design Council with a broad group of people who were pulling together thoughts to be used to lobby the UK government about funding some developments in D&T. I was asked to share thoughts about what could be done. In this episode I read out my notes, with some extra bits, about my …

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341 Joni Sytsma - Rocket Proctology 12:57

7M ago12:57

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Joni attempts to launch a rocket while discreetly transitioning; or she attempts to discreetly transition while launching a rocket. Dr Joni Sytsma is an aerospace engineer who began her career at the United States Air Force Research Laboratory before moving to Australia to join the Hypersonic International Flight Research Experiment program with De…

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TD&T128 Have your say - answer our contentious questions 10:11

7M ago10:11

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Send me a message. This week it's a pod takeover from Amanda, Ciaran and Andy. They are launching the project (re)designing D&T inviting you to answer the 18 contentious questions. Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode Project overview Guidance for responding: 'Have Your Say' 18 questions How to respond to the questions: use this link to upl…

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340 Dr Jesse Hooley - Transgender Activism: Past and Present 13:37

7M ago13:37

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Jesse reflects on the way her activism has shifted over the years, and the people who were fundamental to her work and life. Dr Jesse Hooley is a 78er and was part of the Transgender Liberation Coalition in the 90s – a story she’ll be sharing with you tonight. Jesse went on to an academic career, teaching sociology, and having retired recently, she…

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TD&T127 Podcast and personal update 14:16

7M ago14:16

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Send me a message. Its been a while since its just been me on there, but this week I'm giving an update on what's been happening, some additions to the podcast and plans for the future. Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode Redesigning D&T project: 18 contentious questions Ciaran Ellis posted a thought-provoking question on LinkedIn recently…

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339 Malaika Mfalme - Handsome 9:07

7M ago9:07

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Malaika rides the rollercoaster of grief and new beginnings. Malaika Mfalme {Angel King} is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and event producer creating on Gadigal Land. Malaika is here to create a safe space focused on healing with a powerful message of kindness, acceptance and reflection vibrating through every one of their sonic outputs. They’re…

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338 C.Moore Hardy - Life is Short 8:47

8M ago8:47

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C.Moore shares snapshots of her life. Along with an outstanding career as a queer social documentary photographer & exhibiting artist and curator, C.Moore Hardy was also a Director of PRIDE, (lesbian & gay community centre) in the 1980s. She was born in Darlinghurst and trained at National Art School, College of Fine Arts, and Sydney College of the…

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337 Lisa Salmon - The G.O.D. Gang 12:16

8M ago12:16

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Lisa visits the Australian Queer Archives and is transported back to a different time in her life, shifting the way she thinks about her present. Lisa Salmon is a queer artist and writer from Naarm/Melbourne who debuted as a writer and publisher in 1989 when she and her then partner launched Australia’s first lesbian erotic zine Wicked Women. Lisa …

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336 Natali Caro - A Golden Thimble 13:51

8M ago13:51

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Natali recalls a long-awaited visit to Chile that unknowingly set the scene for a life-changing moment. Natali Caro is a queer Colombian/ Chilean comedian, actor, drag king, writer and producer. They’re the founder of queer comedy cabaret GAG and PoC comedy lineup show Thanks For Having Me, they’re also the resident host of King’s & Queens, fBi Rad…

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TD&T126 Sam Reynolds talk about his D&T curriculum 41:43

9M ago41:43

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Send me a message. I'm joined this week by a former student of mine, Sam Reynolds. As I taught him I felt more entitled than normal to ask difficult questions (spoiler alert - he handled them very well 😉) You can find Sam on Twitter: MrReynoldsDT School Webpage - https://www.st-pauls.org.uk/ Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode 6 Material A…

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335 Damien Webb - Blak Lady Moses 11:35

8M ago11:35

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Damien shares a story of his ancestors, connecting it to his present, to crossing oceans and preserving stories. Damien Webb is a proud member of the Palawa Diaspora, originally from Lutruwita (Tasmania). He has worked in state libraries for over 13 years, and he is currently Manager of the Indigenous Engagement Branch at the State Library of New S…

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TD&T125 Sue Taplin talks about outdoor learning in D&T 48:51

9M ago48:51

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Send me a message. This was a new topic for me - outdoor learning in D&T. Sue Taplin talks about her work as a forest schools leader and her EdD Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode Ciaran Ellis posted a thought-provoking question on LinkedIn recently: Do design decisions involve value judgements? What do you think? Join the conversation ov…

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TD&T124 Talking design cognition with Amanda Mason 37:15

10M ago37:15

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Send me a message. Amanda and I talk about Niekie Blom's fabulous chapter from the Debates in D&T book: Design cognition in design and technology classrooms. Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode Debates in D&T Education, chapter 14. Niekie Blom Ciaran Ellis posted a thought-provoking question on LinkedIn recently: Do design decisions involv…

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TD&T123 Russell Hill KS3 curriculum 36:21

10M ago36:21

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Send me a message. This week I'm talking with Russell Hill, award winning D&T teacher from Houlton School, about setting up a new KS3 curriculum. Episode transcript Mentioned in this episode Houlton School Twitter: @Mr_Hill_DT Curriculum Overview - https://www.houltonschool.org.uk/curriculum-2/curriculum-overview/ Learning Journey (D&T - https://ww…

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