Best Mapper Podcasts (2024)

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12. Mapper Success: Innovative Strategies at St. Thomas More Catholic Academy 27:47

3d ago27:47

27:47

In this episode, Sarah and Megan from St. Thomas More Catholic Academy discuss their experiences with implementing Bedrock Mapper, our subject specific tier 3 vocabulary solution, across the school. They share how Mapper is making strides in addressing literacy gaps and increasing learner engagement, highlighting both the successes and obstacles en…

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Kayleigh - Fertility Mapper 38:48

25d ago38:48

38:48

*Just a little note: There is a little bit of background noise as Kayleigh joins me from a busy office. We’ve done our best to minimise it, but apologies if you hear a bit of background noise. * In what is the last episode of this current series, I am delighted to be joined by Kayleigh the founder of Fertility Mapper. Fertility Mapper aims to perso…

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S2 EP8: Setting a new standard of transparency in fertility care with Kayleigh Hartigan - Fertility Mapper 51:42

29d ago51:42

51:42

This week Amber & Annabel are joined by founder of Fertility Mapper, Kayleigh Hartigan. Fertility Mapper is your go-to place for verified, honest clinic reviews, as well as an NHS eligibility calculator. Kayleigh joins the girls to talk about why fertility isn't healthcare, the importance of honest reviews, and setting a new standard of transparenc…

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How do embryologists grade your embryos? 32:36

4d ago32:36

32:36

To kick start this new series of The Fertility Podcast, Kate is joined by a returning guest and friend of the podcast, Lucy Lines. Lucy is an embryologist in Australia, she is also a fertility educator and advocate. On today’s episode, Lucy is chatting all about embryo grading and what it is and how it’s done. Lucy explains how to grade an embryo a…

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11. Creating Young Readers: The Joy of Reading with Literacy Expert Teresa Cremin 30:54

10d ago30:54

30:54

In this episode of Literacy Works with Bedrock Learning, Teresa Cremin, a leading figure in literacy research and education, shares insights from her career - from classroom teaching to research. The conversation focuses on how meaningful discussions can shape literary identities and extend literacy's influence beyond traditional subjects into dail…

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S2 EP10: Does Annabel's opinion matter? IT'S Q&A WEEK! 1:02:44

14d ago1:02:44

1:02:44

It's the season finale and this week, it's over to you! Amber and Annabel answer all of your burning questions... and they don't hold back! Join the girls for series 3, out on the 26th April! See you soon! You can get in touch at: aioapodcast@gmail.com. Support the show Support the show Follow us at: @amberizzo | @annabelgurnett…

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10. Leadership and Literacy: Pillars of Transformative Education with Lekha Sharma 31:34

17d ago31:34

31:34

We are joined by Lekha Sharma, School Improvement Lead for Curriculum and Assessment at the Avanti Schools Trust. Lekha navigates the complexities of weaving together curriculum and assessment across the trust, while maintaining and cherishing the unique identity of each individual school. Lekha shares her wisdom on crafting a high-quality, equitab…

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S2 EP9: Breaking down the barriers between patients and embryologists with Millie Kanani 46:01

22d ago46:01

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This week Amber & Annabel are joined by embryologist and lab manager Millie Kanani, aka @milliefromthelab. Millie works at The Evewell, and for many years has been the embryologist behind the scenes making the magic happen. She joins the girls to talk about breaking down the barriers between patients and embryology, what it means to be an embryolog…

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Literacy Works Mini-sode: Exploring An Inspector Calls with Haili Hughes 29:35

22d ago29:35

29:35

It's a Mini-sode! Always under 30 minutes, these shorter episodes are a perfect lunchtime listen. In the first of our Mapper deep dive episodes, Haili Hughes takes us through her top 10 keywords/concepts that are essential for your learners to understand when studying An Inspector Calls. From 'dramatic irony' to 'squiffy', and from 'bourgeoisie' to…

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9. The AI Educator: The future of AI in education with Dan Fitzpatrick 43:51

24d ago43:51

43:51

Explore the future of education through the eyes of Dan Fitzpatrick, a trailblazer for AI in education and former secondary school teacher and SLT member. Our conversation with Dan traverses seismic shifts in teaching methods, highlighting how grassroots efforts with AI and technology within schools can lead to significant time-saving, and engaging…

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8. From EdTech to PedTech: Exploring technology and pedagogy with Peter Twining and Olivia Sumpter 1:03:41

1M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Dive into educational technology with Peter Twining as we unravel the complexities of edtech's role in our classrooms. Peter, a seasoned expert in education and pedagogy, joins Olivia, the Director of Education at Bedrock Learning, and our usual host, Andy Sammons, to offer a nuanced perspective on the challenges and promises of integrating technol…

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S2 EP7: Your guide to IVF Abroad with Emma Haslam 1:02:35

1M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

This week Amber & Annabel are joined by 'Your IVF abroad' expert, Emma Haslam. The girls take a deep dive into the logistics of travelling abroad for IVF, the what, the why and the how, and hear of Emma's own journey with double donor conception. With another 'Am I Ovary Acting' answered, it's not an episode to miss. You can get in touch at: aioapo…

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7. Teachappy: Nurturing Wellbeing in Education with Adrian Bethune 33:59

1M ago33:59

33:59

Adrian Bethune, a beacon of hope in the world of education, joins us on this episode of Literacy Works podcast, taking us through his life experiences, from the music industry to primary school teaching and how his own personal challenges with mental health led him to champion the teaching of wellbeing in schools. His journey is an inspiration, und…

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Jessica Hepburn 33:12

1M ago33:12

33:12

In this episode of The Fertility Podcast, we are joined by a friend of the podcast, and as this episode comes out just a few days after International Women’s Day - one hell of a woman - Jessica Hepburn. Jessica is an author, arts producer and, using her own words, ‘the most unlikely adventure activist’! Jessica returns to talk about her latest book…

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S2 EP6: Coping with Mothers Day when dealing with infertility. 48:49

1M ago48:49

48:49

This week marks Mothers Day in the UK, and to mark the occasion, the girls are back to talk about the ins and outs of coping with Mothers Day when you're trying to conceive. From whether even the 'fertility community' on that day contribute to the feeling, or if its something you can even ever avoid, the girls cover it all. With another 'Am I Ovary…

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When Life Doesn't Go To Plan with Jessica Hepburn 58:13

1M ago58:13

58:13

What a TOTAL honour to bring you this episode on publication day for Jessica Hepburn's third book, "Save Me from the Waves." Jessica's journey from heartbreak- after unsuccessful IVF and the breakdown of her marriage - to triumph is the central theme of our conversation. We delve into her transformation from a self-proclaimed "unlikely athlete" to …

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S2 EP5: Alabama ruling means that embryos are children. 42:53

2M ago42:53

42:53

In the last couple of weeks, an Alabama ruling has determined that embryos have the same rights as children after embryos were accidentally destroyed in a mobile fertility clinic. Join Amber & Annabel as they discuss this terrifying ruling, the impact its already having, putting babies in freezers and why this ruling is far from progressive. With a…

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TTC: What it's like for friends with Amber Izzo & Annabel Gurnett 41:45

2M ago41:45

41:45

In this episode of the Fertility Life Raft podcast I speak with Annabel and Amber from Am I Ovary Acting about navigating friendships and what happens when you’re both trying to conceive, then one of you gets pregnant and has a baby while the other one is still trying. We speak about the announcements, baby showers and everything in between. We als…

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Kate & Andreia: MRKH and being empowered to keep searching for the answer 31:21

2M ago31:21

31:21

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Andreia Trigo @andreiatrigorn, a fellow nurse and the CEO and founder of Enhanced Fertility. We’re talking all about Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser also known as MRKH. Yep, you can be forgiven for not knowing much, if anything about this rare condition that severely impacts your fertility potential. Essentially…

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S2 EP4: How to get pregnant: just relax (and other things people say...) 36:29

2M ago36:29

36:29

Infertility is hard. So what happens when you're talking to your loved ones about infertility and you're plagued with (well-intentioned) horrific advice and insensitive comments? With another 'Am I Ovary Acting' answered, it's not an episode to miss. You can get in touch at: aioapodcast@gmail.com. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @amberizzo | @annabelgurnet…

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S2 EP3: Trying to conceive has made me resent my body. 39:23

2M ago39:23

39:23

IVF and trying to conceive is physically and mentally demanding, but what happens when the timed sex starts impacting your relationship, and not getting pregnant starts to affect your self-worth and body image? Join Amber and Annabel as they discuss just that. With another 'Am I Ovary Acting' answered, it's not an episode to miss. You can get in to…

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Trying to Conceive: Sex and Relationships with Kate Moyle 42:11

2M ago42:11

42:11

Kate Moyle is my guest today. She is the Therapist on the BBC Three series Sex On The Couch., host of The Sexual Wellness Sessions Podcast and Director at The Thought House Partnership, Accredited by the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists, a Registered Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist and a Certified Psycho-Sexologist, I think it’…

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Gemma: The IVF & Donor Conception Diaries 34:31

2M ago34:31

34:31

This episode of The Fertility Podcast I am joined by Gemma. Gemma is going to be sharing her IVF journey with us as she goes through the process and on to the next step of donor conception. From this episode onwards, we are going to be keeping up to date with Gemma, so tune in each episode to hear a little update from Gemma. In this episode, howeve…

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S2 EP2: I want another baby. But when is enough, enough with IVF? 38:54

2M ago38:54

38:54

Amber tried to have her baby for 7 years, and after 3 IVF cycles, she's now looking at starting the process for a frozen embryo transfer to give her son a sibling. But with four embryos in the freezer, and each coming at a cost, when is it time to call it a day? Join Amber and Annabel as they discuss the ins and outs of deciding to call it a day on…

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Trying to Conceive: What it's Like for a Couple with Coni and Mike 1:06:52

2M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Coni and Mike have been trying to conceive and this is such an open, frank, honest (at times slightly hysterical) chat about what it's like and how it's impacting them as a couple. We talk all things from: getting men thoroughly tested before going down an IVF route how Coni's work in Women's Health and the reproductive wellness space has supported…

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S2 EP1: Grieving whilst TTC 51:24

3M ago51:24

51:24

Join Amber & Annabel as they divulge into the world of trying to conceive and infertility. Having both experienced close family bereavements, the girls talk openly about the impact that's had, their loved ones, and the impact of bereavement and terminal illness whilst trying to conceive. With another 'Am I Ovary Acting' answered, it's not an episod…

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Kate - Navigating Private IVF & The Darker Side of Fertility 'Treatments' 41:09

3M ago41:09

41:09

In this episode of The Fertility Podcast, I’m discussing how to navigate through the private IVF system. It’s a topic I’ve wanted to record for an age, mainly because many of you book in to see me for advice and support on this very topic. It seems to be a big pain point. In the UK we’re not familiar with accessing private healthcare, so how do you…

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Putting Things Right in the Fertility Industry: Jenny Wordsworth 47:41

3M ago47:41

47:41

You are going to LOVE this episode. Jenny Wordsworth is a lawyer, endurance athlete for the North Face and founder of start up company, OVUM. When she started trying to conceive herself she took one look at the fertility industry and realised how much simply felt WRONG. The way we are marketed to; the big brand products which actually do not contai…

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The Conception Plan - Dr. Larisa Corda 50:53

3M ago50:53

50:53

What a thrill to bring this episode to you Dr Larisa Corda is a well-known Fertility doctor. You might have seen her on this morning, and she is also the author of a new book called The Conception Plan, which is smashing records all over the place since it was launched just a couple of weeks ago. I was fortunate enough to meet Larisa several years …

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Helena Teede - the PCOS name change & guidelines 46:15

3M ago46:15

46:15

Happy New Year and welcome back to The Fertility Podcast. In this first episode of the new series, I'm joined Professor Helena Teede all the way from Australia! Helena is one of the authors of the International PCOS Guidelines and is here to talk about the changes to the PCOS guidelines and the proposed PCOS name change. We discuss PCOS in general,…

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Male factor, moon phases and yoga 45:08

3M ago45:08

45:08

Hello Life Raft pod peeps. Please meet Gemma. Gemma is a Life Raft member, a personal coaching client of mine and very much still in the middle of her own fertility voyage on board the Raft. She's also a certified yoga teacher, fertility yoga trained and is running a gorgeous 4 week yoga course for the Life Raft which you can join right here: https…

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6. Choice, Context and Disciplinary Literacy: In Conversation with Marcello Giovanelli 38:33

4M ago38:33

38:33

Join us on a linguistic journey with Marcello Giovanelli, a renowned expert in literary linguistics from Aston University, as he shares a wealth of insights that will transform your understanding of language, literacy and beyond. In this episode, we delve into Marcello's latest book, written with Jennifer Webb, Essential Grammar (Routledge), a pivo…

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5. It's Understanding, Not Knowledge: In Conversation with Lucie Turner 29:31

4M ago29:31

29:31

Ever wish you could unlock the true potential of your students? Today, we're joined by Lucie Turner, a dedicated history teacher from St. Anselm's Catholic School, who reveals her strategies for success with Bedrock Mapper's disciplinary literacy curriculum. Lucie highlights the transformative power of this program, guiding us through her hands-on …

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Morven - Accessing Fertility Treatments in Rural Areas 27:17

4M ago27:17

27:17

Morven is an independent fertility nurse specialist living in rural Scotland, and also a nurse working in cancer care within the NHS. She joins the podcast to talk about the difficulties faced by women and couples accessing fertility treatments in Scotland and the general lack of provision across the country. What we discussed: The difficulties fac…

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4. Rethinking Literacy: In Conversation with Haili Hughes 33:42

4M ago33:42

33:42

Ever wondered why literacy isn't just an English teacher's job? Well, we found the perfect guest to answer that - Haili Hughes. A true educational powerhouse, Haili has extensive experience in education, from teaching English for 16 years to now being a Director of Education at Iris Connect, a prolific author of many educational books, and a Mentor…

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Finding Peace And Joy This Season 26:12

4M ago26:12

26:12

Ok my friends, I know Christmas can be one of the hardest times - even if you don't celebrate, the Festive Season can feel triggering as F**k. So, here's a wee solo episode from me to give you some hope that you can actually use tools and techniques to: honour where you're at not ignore your sadness but give it the space it needs understand how to …

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3. Creating a Coherent History Curriculum with Mapper: In Conversation with Melissa King 27:36

5M ago27:36

27:36

Ever wondered how every academic subject can contribute to literacy development? This episode promises to enlighten you, as we chat with Mel King, Assistant Head and Subject Lead for History at St Simon Stock Catholic School, has worked closely with Bedrock champion school, St Anselm's Catholic School (case study here) to develop the use of Bedrock…

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Katie - Pregnancy Loss & Secondary Infertility 32:42

5M ago32:42

32:42

Trigger Warning - This episode contains discussion surrounding Pregnancy loss. If today is not a good day, please come back to this episode when you're feeling a little stronger. Here at The Fertility podcast, we're always here for you. We're delighted that this week's episode is sponsored by The Lowdown - the place to get the lowdown on your repro…

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Moving Through the Trauma Years; Susannah Tresilian 51:01

5M ago51:01

51:01

This is a very special episode with an amazing woman: Susannah Tresilian, who I know personally through a family connection. Susannah is a theatre director with extensive experience in the UK and international theatre world, as well as a leadership coach with experience coaching and training around the world and a successful audio career in podcast…

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2. How Can We 'Do' Disciplinary Literacy: in Conversation with Mark Miller 43:04

5M ago43:04

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How would your educational journey have changed if your teachers focused on disciplinary literacy? That's the intriguing question we tackle with Mark Miller, director of Bradford Research Schools and an English teacher at heart. This episode is an invitation into the world of disciplinary literacy, shining a light on the intricate dance between sub…

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1. The Power of Sequenced Knowledge in Geography: In Conversation with Kate Stockings 46:29

5M ago46:29

46:29

Discover how geography educator, Kate Stockings, reshapes entire curriculums and inspires a new generation of young geographers. Welcome to the very first episode of our Literacy Works with Bedrock Learning podcast. In this first chat, we connect with Kate Stockings, the trust lead for geography, who's spearheaded monumental changes in Key Stage 3 …

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