Best The French Teacher Miller Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 5: ‘Health First’ and curriculum reform in China 8:04

1+ y ago8:04

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Welcome to Season 2 and my new series. The Twenty 20 Vision Series sees me reading an academic paper and write a blog in no more than 40 minutes. Twenty minutes reading and 20 minutes writing (this twenty 20). Whatever emerges is then be published. The aim is to make paper reading and blog writing manageable whilst maintaining the integrity and use…

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Episode 4: Continuing professional development for physical education teachers in Europe 7:06

1+ y ago7:06

7:06

Welcome to Season 2 and my new series. The Twenty 20 Vision Series sees me reading an academic paper and write a blog in no more than 40 minutes. Twenty minutes reading and 20 minutes writing (this twenty 20). Whatever emerges is then be published. The aim is to make paper reading and blog writing manageable whilst maintaining the integrity and use…

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Episode 3: Physical education and the art of teaching 7:43

1+ y ago7:43

7:43

Welcome to Season 2 and my new series. The Twenty 20 Vision Series sees me reading an academic paper and write a blog in no more than 40 minutes. Twenty minutes reading and 20 minutes writing (this twenty 20). Whatever emerges is then be published. The aim is to make paper reading and blog writing manageable whilst maintaining the integrity and use…

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Episode 2: Exploring the changes of physical education in the age of Covid-19 6:02

1+ y ago6:02

6:02

Welcome to Season 2 and my new series. The Twenty 20 Vision Series sees me reading an academic paper and write a blog in no more than 40 minutes. Twenty minutes reading and 20 minutes writing (this twenty 20). Whatever emerges is then be published. The aim is to make paper reading and blog writing manageable whilst maintaining the integrity and use…

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Episode 1: Rethinking the classification of games and sports 5:29

1+ y ago5:29

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I have begin a new series. The Twenty 20 Vision Series sees me reading an academic paper and write a blog in no more than 40 minutes. Twenty minutes reading and 20 minutes writing (this twenty 20). Whatever emerges is then be published. The aim is to make paper reading and blog writing manageable whilst maintaining the integrity and usefulness of P…

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A level Political Ideologies: The Glorious Revolution 1688 12:31

4+ y ago12:31

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How did the underrated and often misunderstood 'Glorious Revolution' of 1688 establish the constitutional monarchy we have today? What was the impact of the Act of Settlement 1701 and the Act of Union 1707? How did parliament evolve in the 18th century to become the more recognisable form of politics we know today with a Cabinet and Prime Minister?…

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A level Political Ideologies: The English Civil War 1642 25:25

4+ y ago25:25

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How did England end up in conflict with itself about the role of the king and parliament in 1642? Why was Charles I beheaded and what happened after this decision was taken? How did these tumultuous events affect Hobbes and Locke who lived through this century of turmoil and how did it influence their political philosophy? --- Send in a voice messa…

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A level Political Ideologies: Historical context - French Revolution 1789 22:12

4+ y ago22:12

22:12

This episode explains the causes and consequences of the French Revolution in 1789 and its impact on the political philosophy of the 18th century. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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History Time 7: Reflections on Post-colonialism with Adin Miller 27:23

4+ y ago27:23

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In this episode of History Time, Adin Miller joins me for a discussion on his own experiences in post-colonial Britain and how we can teach British Empire studies more effectively in schools to give a more nuanced account of this controversial historical period. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/mes…

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism summary 6:54

4+ y ago6:54

6:54

Listen to a summary of conservative political philosophy, encompassing all the key terms, key thinkers and key themes from the Edexcel specification. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Robert Nozick 7:39

4+ y ago7:39

7:39

Find out about the life and works of American political philosopher Robert Nozick and how his views link to New Right conservatism. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Ayn Rand 7:06

4+ y ago7:06

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Find out about the life and works of 20th century Russian-American novelist Ayn Rand and how her stories link to New Right conservative political philosophy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Michael Oakeshott 6:53

4+ y ago6:53

6:53

Find out about the life and work of 20th century academic Michael Oakeshott and his political philosophy linked to conservatism. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Edmund Burke 12:31

4+ y ago12:31

12:31

Find out about the life and work of 18th century British MP Edmund Burke and his links to conservative political philosophy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Thomas Hobbes 12:15

4+ y ago12:15

12:15

Find out about the life and works of the 17th century political philosopher Thomas Hobbes and how his ideas link to conservatism. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: New Right Conservatism 12:59

4+ y ago12:59

12:59

What does the strand of New Right Conservatism believe in? What are the key principles and thinkers associated with this strand? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: One Nation Conservatism 8:16

4+ y ago8:16

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What does the strand of One Nation Conservatism believe in? What are the key principles and thinkers associated with this strand? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Traditional Conservatism 7:24

4+ y ago7:24

7:24

What does the strand of Traditional Conservatism believe in? What are the key principles and thinkers associated with this strand? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism - Libertarianism 10:30

4+ y ago10:30

10:30

What is libertarianism and what does it relate to? How does the principle of libertarianism conflict with other conservative principles? Which strands of conservatism value libertarianism. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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History Time 6 - Irish folklore with Mary Flanigan 34:31

4+ y ago34:31

34:31

Irish comedian Mary Flanigan joins a discussion on Irish history, language and identity and retells the classic Irish myths of the Salmon of Knowledge and Osin and Niamh like a true Seanchai! (Irish bard) Further reading: https://www.historyextra.com/period/20th-century/the-history-of-ireland-11-milestone-moments/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-poli…

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism - Paternalism 11:51

4+ y ago11:51

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What does a 'paternalistic attitude' in politics mean? Why did Benjamin Disraeli advocate a new One Nation paternalistic stance? What does paternalism still seek to maintain? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism - Organic society 10:40

4+ y ago10:40

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How can a society be considered 'organic'? Does this principle promote a 'natural aristocracy'? Does it suggest a hierarchy of importance or promote a cohesive whole working together? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism - Human imperfection 9:57

4+ y ago9:57

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Why do conservatives think humans are flawed? In what ways can humans be considered flawed? What are the implications of a Hobbesian outlook on the world? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism - Tradition 12:25

4+ y ago12:25

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What does tradition mean? How and why do conservatives seek to preserve traditions? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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A level Political Ideologies: Conservatism - Pragmatism 13:39

4+ y ago13:39

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What is pragmatism? Which philosophers advocated its use? How is this principle used in politics? What do critics of pragmatism accuse its proponents of? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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History Time 5: Snacks and word play with Ellie Green 37:54

4+ y ago37:54

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In episode 5 of History Time, I'm joined by Ellie Green to discuss the history of language and the etymological roots of various words....plus delving into the world of snacks and how they originated! Take a look at some of the links below for further info on topics discussed in this podcast! Ancient graffiti (my article in History Today magazine) …

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Edexcel GCSE Nazi Germany 2.3 Growth in Nazi support 1929-33 25:46

4+ y ago25:46

25:46

What impact did the Wall Street Crash have on the Weimar Republic? What types of people flocked to the KPD and the NSDAP and why? How much power did the Nazis have by the 1932 Reichstag elections? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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Edexcel GCSE Nazi Germany 2.2 Munich Putsch and lean years 1923-9 30:41

4+ y ago30:41

30:41

How did Hitler try to seize power in 1923? Why did it all go wrong? How did he use his trial as a publicity platform? Why was he let out of jail so early? How did he try to re-organise the Nazi party? Why did the Nazis not receive much support until 1929? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message…

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Edexcel GCSE Nazi Germany 2.1 Early development of the Nazi Party 1920-22 20:51

4+ y ago20:51

20:51

How did Adolf Hitler become involved in the politics of the Weimar Republic? In what ways did he transform an obscure party with 23 members in 1919 to a growing political force to be reckoned with? Read the full DAP Twenty Five point programme here https://www.historyplace.com/worldwar2/riseofhitler/25points.htm --- Send in a voice message: https:/…

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Edexcel GCSE Nazi Germany 1.4 Changes in Society 1924-9 18:54

4+ y ago18:54

18:54

How did the economic stability that Gustav Stresemann created from 1924 onwards affect living standards? Did the position of women change dramatically during the Weimar Republic or not? How did the democracy of the Weimar Republic allow Berlin to become a centre for art and culture around the world? Watch the Weimar Republic's futuristic 1927 movie…

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History Time 4: Tube trains with Adin Miller 17:00

4+ y ago17:00

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Joining me on History Time today is tube train enthusiast Adin Miller to discuss some of the quirks and lesser known facts of the London Underground....find out why the Northern Line is so intriguing, why Embankment station has two 'mind the gaps' and Adin's opinion on King's Cross station... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.…

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History Time 3: The First Crusade with Rob Selth 32:52

4+ y ago32:52

32:52

Joining me on History Time today is Rob Selth, Collins Knowing History textbook series author, to discuss the launch of the First Crusade....why did so many people answer Pope Urban II's call to arms in 1095? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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Edexcel GCSE Nazi Germany 1.3 Recovery of the Weimar Republic 1924-29 23:49

4+ y ago23:49

23:49

How did Gustav Stresemann improve Germany's economic and international position following the crisis of 1923? Find out about how the Weimar Republic recovered during these years under his leadership, with good prospects for the future... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message…

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History Time 2: History of music with Grace Cockell 25:47

4+ y ago25:47

25:47

In this episode of history time, I interview Grace Cockell about the history of music in England charting the evolution from Medieval Gregorian chants, through the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic genres....and how to get involved with choirs and orchestral music today. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

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Edexcel GCSE Nazi Germany 1.2 Early challenges to the Weimar Republic 34:07

4+ y ago34:07

34:07

What challenges did the Weimar Republic face 1919-23? What was the impact of the Treaty of Versailles? What were the revolts from the right and left of the political spectrum? Why did hyperinflation occur? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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Women through time 5: Anglo Saxon and Viking world 17:23

4+ y ago17:23

17:23

How do the women of the Anglo Saxon and Viking world compare? Why do we only hear about the story of Beowulf instead of Judith? Why did Viking men worship female Valkyries? What do Anglo Saxon and Viking texts and archaeology tell us about the position of women in this time? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhi…

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Women through time 4: Ancient Rome 14:46

4+ y ago14:46

14:46

How much influence did the wives of emperors have? Why were the Vestal Virgins so sacred? Why was the death of Hypatia of Alexandria important in the history of women through time? Find out about the lives of women in Ancient Rome --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message…

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Edexcel GCSE History Nazi Germany: 1.1 The origins of the Weimar Republic 24:54

4+ y ago24:54

24:54

Discussion and explanation of Chapter 1.1 of the Edexcel GCSE textbook. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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History Time 1: Toilet Rolls and stockpiling 8:28

4+ y ago8:28

8:28

Find out about the history of toilet rolls and stockpiling in this first episode of LAB History Time! Credit to the following websites for their great research - take a further read! https://www.bricecjones.com/blog/toilet-papyrus-a-papyrus-of-homer-used-as-toilet-paper https://www.historyextra.com/period/ancient-history/when-was-toilet-paper-inven…

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Women through time 3: Ancient Greece 9:29

4+ y ago9:29

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What can some characters from Ancient Greek history tell us about the position of women in this ancient civilisation? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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Women through time 2: Ancient Egypt 7:52

4+ y ago7:52

7:52

What can some characters from Ancient Egyptian history tell us about the position of women in this ancient civilisation? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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Women through time 1: Intro 2:22

4+ y ago2:22

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Have women always been considered unequal throughout history? Here's an intro to a new series on the history of women through time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labhistorytime/message

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Elevator Speech 1:00

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Elevator Speech

9y ago10:28

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Episode 7 of 8 in this the fourth series of my "Major Themes in Physical Education Research". It explores Daniel Memmert's book "Teaching Tactical Creativity in Sport: Research and Practice". This week I’m delighted to welcome Sue Whitman as the practitioner responder this week and thank her for taking the time to respond and for her considered wor…

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