Best ACEL Podcasts (2024)

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Leaders Lounge 5.04 - FutureSchool Project - Ellen Koshland (ALL) 10:18

1y ago10:18

10:18

During 2022 ACEL was delighted to partner with the Australian Learning Lecture (ALL) to engage, share, and learn from schools that are making significant changes in schooling to meet the needs of the future. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 5.05 - FutureSchool Project - Louka Parry 12:26

1y ago12:26

12:26

Three Australian schools were identified for the FutureSchool project with each of the schools presenting at the 2022 ACEL National Conference in Sydney as part of a focus on the future led by Louka Parry from The Learning Future. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 5.06 - FutureSchool Project - Sue Buckley 8:01

1y ago8:01

8:01

Sue Buckley, ACEL Project Manager, discusses how Australian schools become future fit in ACEL and ALL’s FutureSchool project Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 5.01 - FutureSchool Case Study - Emmanuel Catholic College 13:46

1y ago13:46

13:46

What will the schools of the future look like? Australian school Emmanuel Catholic College (WA) share their story in our FutureSchool case study series. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 5.02 - FutureSchool Case Study - Katherine High School 14:49

1y ago14:49

14:49

What will the schools of the future look like? Australian school Katherine High School (NT) share their story in our FutureSchool case study series. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 5.03 - FutureSchool Case Study - Warakirri College 12:12

1y ago12:12

12:12

What will the schools of the future look like? Australian school Warakirri College (NSW) share their story in our FutureSchool case study series. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #40: Help Me In My Doubt by JP Cuison (The Story Behind) 1:11:17

1+ y ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Ever felt like you're at your breaking point? JP Cuison shares what helped him get passed his "burn out" mode in our last episode for the year! Hear more of JP's thoughts on his reflections through his song “Help Me In My Doubt,” which is packed inspiring stories and fun facts from its song art to the creation of his album. Hosted by Acel Bisa and …

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Song #39: Suntok Sa Buwan by Session Road (The Story Behind featuring Hannah Romawac-Olives) 1:10:12

1+ y ago1:10:12

1:10:12

For our 39th featured song, we have another timeless track from the OPM scene's one of the most respected bands - Session Road. Hannah Romawac Olives shares the creation process behind the song "Suntok sa Buwan" and how its success shaped their past 2 decades as artists. Hosted by Acel Bisa and Denice Lao Produced by Passion Fruit Collaborations #S…

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Song #38: Sa'yo Na Lang Ako by Lara Maigue (The Story Behind) 45:37

1+ y ago45:37

45:37

The song that has been interpreted by many beautiful voices - Sa'yo Na Lang Ako or also known as Kung Pwede Lang has been sung by Karylle, Regine Velasquez, Ronnie Liang, and the songwriter herself, Lara Maigue. Don’t miss out on our episode featuring @laramaigue and find out how this song rose to the top of Philpop and has transcended time again a…

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Leaders Lounge 4.30 - Valerie Hannon 59:31

1+ y ago59:31

59:31

Join Valerie Hannon through her webinar FutureSchool based on the 2022 book by Valerie and Julie Temperley. She sets out the framework for any and every school to explore its fitness for the future, build on its strengths and identify its opportunities for development. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #37: Tabing Ilog by Barbie's Cradle (The Story Behind featuring Barbie Almalbis) 47:54

1+ y ago47:54

47:54

Do you remember the ‘00s teen drama series ‘Tabing Ilog’? Don’t miss out and let’s go back to the 2000 era with Barbie Almalbis with her song ‘Tabing Ilog’ by Barbie's Cradle and feel nostalgic as we deep dive into the story behind it! Hosted by @denicelaomusic and @acelbisavanommen Produced by @passionfruitcollabs #SongInFocus #BarbieAlmalbis…

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Leaders Lounge 4.29 - Dr Scott Avery 23:36

1+ y ago23:36

23:36

Join Scott Avery as he discusses "Culture is Inclusion: Converging culturally responsive and inclusive education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children with disability”. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #36: Handa Na by Davey Langit (The Story Behind) 1:31:41

1+ y ago1:31:41

1:31:41

In this episode's featured song, Davey Langit shares a defining moment in his life - being sure and ready for a lifelong commitment in love. Written for his current wife, Handa Na is a song that will take its listeners to the depths of what it's like to find true love amidst uncertainties. Hosted by Acel and Denice Lao Produced by Passion Fruit Mar…

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Leaders Lounge 4.28 - Deb Dunstone 46:30

1+ y ago46:30

46:30

Join Deb Dunstone as she goes in depth into "Belonging begins from birth”. Belonging and inclusion begin well before the school gate! Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #35: Evidence by Urbandub (The Story Behind featuring Gabby Alipe) 59:35

2y ago59:35

59:35

Here's the 'Evidence' that this is going to be an exciting 4th season for Song In Focus! We're kicking off this season with Gabby Alipe of Urbandub and the story behind their song 'Evidence.' Know all about Gabby's song making process and how they came up with the controversial MV of the song, and more! Hosted by Acel and Denice Lao Produced by Pas…

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Leaders Lounge 4.27 - Todd Macbeth, Richard Day, Kathy Shelton, Daniel Pinchas and Selwyn Button 44:29

2y ago44:29

44:29

Join this panel of Experts and Stakeholders as they dive into "Creating belonging through inclusive education” among other various topics. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.26 - Sam Brain 34:39

2y ago34:39

34:39

Join Sam Brain in this session "Why we need a better institutional framework for students with disability in Australia”. Sam is hoping to share his insights into the adequacy of the current national framework for students with disability. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.25 - Dr Dinesh Palipana 39:42

2y ago39:42

39:42

Join Dr Dinesh Palipana as he discussed "The Greatest Enabler Worth Fighting For”. This keynote runs through his story as an immigrant and how he was able to overcome adversity. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.24 - Jahin Tanvir 34:05

2y ago34:05

34:05

Join Jahin Tanvir on the topic "Improving accessibility for students starts with including diverse student lived experience”. Ashe shares his own experience and story. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.23 - Suzanne Carrington 44:19

2y ago44:19

44:19

Join Professor Suzanne Carrington as she discusses "Transformative Leadership for Equity & Inclusion” and talks more in depth about inequity in schools. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.22 - Parent and Student Panel 42:45

2y ago42:45

42:45

Join the Parent & Student panel as they discuss "Building belonging and success with our students and parents as partners”. In this keynote, students and parents share their experiences and stories. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.21 - Prof Sandra Milligan & Dr Toshiko Kamei 36:34

2y ago36:34

36:34

Join Professor Sandra Milligan and Toshiko Kamei in their keynotes, "How assessment reform is being led by principles of inclusion" and "How assessment reform is being led by principles of inclusion Assessment and recognition of learning for inclusive education" Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.20 - Kate De Bruin 43:00

2y ago43:00

43:00

In Kate De Bruin’s session "Multi-Tiered Systems of Support: Key Lessons for Australian Leaders" at the Inclusion and Disability Conference, she will provide an overview of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) including what this framework is, where it came from and the rationale for its adoption in Australia. Support the Show.…

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Leaders Lounge - 4.19 - Tracey Ezard 59:23

2y ago59:23

59:23

This session will highlight the key elements of the ferocious warmth leader and ways to elevate your positive ripples. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.18 - Pasi Sahlberg 1:01:00

2y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

This session will draw from the global Growing Up Digital study. Using findings from Australia as a basis, Pasi will offer an optimistic look at the current situation of young people growing up in a digital world and explore practical ways to improve digital wellness for all of us. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.17 - Andy Hargreaves 1:02:50

2y ago1:02:50

1:02:50

This webinar will share what we’ve learned from this work – not just about why we need to place more emphasis on wellbeing, but how to do it, and how to approach it with more depth and challenge too. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge 4.16 - Kristen Douglas 59:07

2y ago59:07

59:07

This session will explore micro and macro behaviours of contemporary school leaders leading in complex times. It will also focus on using reflective practice and contemporary leadership skills in developing, growing, and stretching school teams in 2022 and post COVID-19. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.15 - Sandra Milligan 28:54

2y ago28:54

28:54

Prof Sandra Milligan expands upon the concepts on "New learning metrics for new ambitions" discussed in the Panel at the at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.14 - Jim Watterston 28:22

2y ago28:22

28:22

Prof Jim Watterston expands upon the concepts on “New School Leadership Practice: What is the work that high achieving school leaders prioritise?” discussed in the Panel at the at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.13 - Janet Clinton 20:11

2y ago20:11

20:11

Janet Clinton expands upon the concepts on “The New Evaluation: Measuring what matters” discussed in the Panel at the at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.12 - Panel: Prof Sandra Milligan, Prof Janet Clinton & Prof Jim Watterston 25:49

2y ago25:49

25:49

Prof Sandra Milligan, Prof Janet Clinton & Prof Jim Watterston present a panel about "New Learning Ambitions for Schools" at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.11 - Panel: David Howes, Pam Betts, Murat Dizdar & Allan Shaw 22:07

2y ago22:07

22:07

Enjoy a panel featuring David Howes, Pam Betts, Murat Dizdar & Allan Shaw at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.10 - Michael Fullan 23:37

2y ago23:37

23:37

Former Dean of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, Michael Fullan presents "Is this your moonshot moment? A once in a lifetime opportunity to engage the right drivers for system success" at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.09 - Mary Jean Gallagher 17:38

2y ago17:38

17:38

Mary Jean Gallagher discusses at the ACEL 2021 National Conference “Engaging School, Community and the System In Success for All.” Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.08 - Kristen Douglas 44:22

2y ago44:22

44:22

During the ACEL 2021 National Conference, Kristen Douglas, National Manager and Head of Headspace, will discuss "VUCA Leadership: What leaders do when things get difficult” Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.07 - Eric Sheninger 47:15

2y ago47:15

47:15

Eric is back to inspire the masses at the ACEL 2021 National Conference with his presentation “Seizing Success in the New Normal.” Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.06 - Donna Cross 45:42

2y ago45:42

45:42

Donna Cross presents the William Walker Oration "Rebooting approaches to school equity, through leadership and wellbeing: What can we control, alt and delete?” at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #34: Jopay by Mayonnaise (The Story Behind featuring Monty Macalino) 54:31

2+ y ago54:31

54:31

We have Monty Macalino of Mayonnaise here on Song In Focus for our last episode this season! 🎶 Expect jam-packed surprises about the song 'Jopay' and the stories behind making the song! Hosted by Acel and Denice Lao Produced by Passion Fruit Marketing Consultancy #SongInFocus #Mayonnaise #MayonnaiseForSongInFocus…

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Leaders Lounge - 4.05 - Student Panel with Prof Yong Zhao, Margot Foster & Sophie Murphy 58:27

2+ y ago58:27

58:27

Students from Victoria and South Australia share their insights into student agency and more in a panel discussion facilitated by Margot Foster, Sophie Murphy and Prof Yong Zhao; at the ACEL 2021 National Conference. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.04 - Pasi Sahlberg 23:14

2+ y ago23:14

23:14

Finnish educator, author and scholar Pasi Sahlberg presents his keynote address "Leadership for Equity in Education: What it is, why it matters, and what can be done?” at the ACEL National Conference 2021. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #33: Lovesick (Pagmahalasakit) by Cesca (The Story Behind) 40:42

2+ y ago40:42

40:42

We have the lovely, CESCA, on the show! Know the story of how CESCA came up with Lovesick or "Pagmahalasakit" and how she creates from music to visual art on our 33rd episode! Join our hosts Acel and Denice Lao as they talk to Cesca about her song Lovesick (Pagmahalasakit) 🌸 Produced by Passion Fruit Collaborations #SongInFocus #PodcastPH #Cesca #C…

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Leaders Lounge - 4.03 - Pak Tee Ng 46:46

2+ y ago46:46

46:46

Pak Tee Ng presents "A Singaporean educator's view of equity in education” keynote address at the ACEL National Conference 2021. Listen as he shares his thoughts regarding what equity, excellence and student wellbeing mean in Singapore. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge - 4.02 - Georgie Harman 31:34

2+ y ago31:34

31:34

The CEO of Beyond Blue, Georgie Harman, gives an inspiring talk at the ACEL National Conference 2021 focused on "Leadership, resilience, and hope in a time of crisis.” Support the Show.By ACEL

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Leaders Lounge- 4.01 - Dr Paul Kidson & Dr Rachel Wilson 54:06

2+ y ago54:06

54:06

We welcome back Dr Paul Kidson and Dr Rachel Wilson to Leaders Lounge as they discuss "A Common Good for the Commonwealth" during the ACEL National Conference 2021. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Song #32: Mata by Mojofly (The Story Behind) 1:13:00

2+ y ago1:13:00

1:13:00

In this episode, we sit down with the full band with Lougee Basabas, Beejay Valera, Ali Alejandro, Kiko Montecillo & Mark Reese Gelbolingo to talk about the real story behind Mata, both personal and how the song made a strong identity for the band since its release. Hosted by Acel and Denice Lao Follow Song In Focus to stay updated on Facebook, Twi…

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Song #31: Anticipation by Leanne & Naara (The Story Behind) 53:20

2+ y ago53:20

53:20

In this episode, we have the ladies of Leanne & Naara tell us all you need to know about "Anticipation" which is part of the #GLOpm campaign by Warner Music. The conversations dive deep into their experiences on working with international producer August Rigo and all the fun stuff that went on from the music video to writing the track! Hosted by Ac…

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Song #30: Grateful by Julianne (The Story Behind) 1:36:28

2+ y ago1:36:28

1:36:28

In this episode, we sit down with singer-songwriter Julianne Tarroja and the inspiring story behind the creation of her song 'Grateful' Filled with reflections and life lessons, this episode is Song In Focus' year-end episode and features many tidbits about the song from its double music video to 3 different versions. Hosted by Acel and Denice Lao …

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Leaders Lounge - 3.44 - Panel: Dr Kate Highfield & Dr Leanne Gibbs 43:09

2+ y ago43:09

43:09

Get ready for a fantastic panel about 'Leadership-as-practice: navigating complex landscape' featuring Dr Leanne Gibbs & Dr Kate Highfield at the ACEL Early Online Childhood Conference 2021. Support the Show.By ACEL

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Happy 1 year to Song In Focus! (Special Episode) 27:02

2+ y ago27:02

27:02

Happy 1 year SIFters! Join us as Acel and Denice reminisce and reflect on their first year in podcasting with Song In Focus! The 2 hosts answer fun questions from their favorite moments to their realizations after doing the show. Follow Song In Focus to stay updated on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube and more @songinfocus. Youtube: https://ww…

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Leaders Lounge - 3.43 - Tonia Gray 43:29

2+ y ago43:29

43:29

Tonia Gray presents 'Promoting Outdoor Play Post-Pandemic' at the ACEL early childhood online conference 2021 Support the Show.By ACEL

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