Best Tom Beal Podcasts (2024)

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Educational leadership: Improving math and literacy with Scott Hill (Ep 33) 1:10:02

2h ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Host Anna Stokke speaks with Scott Hill, Superintendent of Evergreen School Division. They discuss Evergreen's proactive approach to improving education, particularly focusing on mathematics and literacy. Scott shares how his division tackled low math scores by interviewing students, addressing behaviour issues, employing structured instructional m…

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20 - Introducing One-Drum Foundation and our new podcast music 35:12

1d ago35:12

35:12

In this special episode of the Litigation Podcast we hear from Abass Dodoo, master Ghanaian drummer and founder of One-Drum Foundation, in conversation with Ajay Ratan, Blackstone barrister and saxophonist in Abass’ band. Their wide-ranging discussion covers the creative process behind our new podcast music, the fascinating oral tradition by which …

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Poison (Pt 5) - August 2024 UPDATE: Kenneth Law in the dock 14:41

14d ago14:41

14:41

Warning, this episode contains discussions about suicide. James sits down with his producer, Will, to go over all the latest developments on the case, as Kenneth Law is expected to go on trial in 2025 accused of 14 counts of murder. If you or someone you know has been affected by suicide or needs to talk to someone, please get in contact with the S…

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Identifying and educating advanced students with Jonathan Plucker (Ep 32) 1:03:56

21d ago1:03:56

1:03:56

Math professor Anna Stokke speaks with Dr. Jonathan Plucker, a professor and director of the Education Policy Program at Johns Hopkins University, about advanced education, acceleration and academic streaming. Jonathan discusses the flaws in traditional methods of identifying advanced students and advocates for universal screening to ensure equitab…

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Exploring evidence for equitable education with Nidhi Sachdeva and Jim Hewitt (Ep 31) 1:03:08

1M ago1:03:08

1:03:08

Join math professor Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva and Dr. Jim Hewitt, educators and researchers at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. They discuss their co-designed course on the science of learning and its impact on educational practice. The episode expands on their recent pres…

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19 - Public Law Conference 2024: Part 3 with Ivan Hare KC, Stephanie Palmer and Isabel Buchanan 52:13

2M ago52:13

52:13

Tune in to the most recent episode of The Litigation Podcast, in which Ivan Hare KC presents recorded highlights from the 2024 Public Law Conference. The panel discussions address the latest developments in recent public law cases. Ivan Hare KC explores proportionality under the HRA: is it in the Act or on the facts? Stephanie Palmer discusses the …

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Math fluency matters with Brian Poncy (Ep 30) 57:50

2M ago57:50

57:50

In the second episode of a two-part series, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy, a school psychology professor at Oklahoma State University, who specializes in math interventions. His extensive research on basic fact fluency led to the development of a free math program called M.I.N.D, aimed at improving numeracy and computati…

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18 - Public Law Conference 2024: Part 2 with Jeffrey Jowell KC, Ivan Hare KC, Tom Leary, George Molyneaux and Warren Fitt 51:37

2M ago51:37

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Tune in to the most recent episode of The Litigation Podcast, in which Ivan Hare KC presents recorded highlights from the 2024 Public Law Conference. The panel discussions address the latest developments in recent public law cases. Tom Leary explores interim remedies in Judicial Review. George Molyneaux examines the duty of candour, with particular…

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Math fact crisis: strategies for improving numeracy with Brian Poncy (Ep 29) 1:03:21

2M ago1:03:21

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In this first episode of a two-part series, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy, a school psychology professor at Oklahoma State University, who specializes in math interventions. His extensive research on basic fact fluency led to the development of a free math program called M.I.N.D, aimed at improving numeracy and computati…

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17 - Public Law Conference 2024: Part 1 with Ivan Hare KC, Tom Hickman KC, James Segan KC & Hanif Mussa KC 44:58

3M ago44:58

44:58

Tune in to the most recent episode of The Litigation Podcast, in which Ivan Hare KC presents recorded highlights from the 2024 Public Law Conference. The panel discussions address the latest developments in recent public law cases. James Segan KC examines the standard of review in commercial Judicial Review. Hanif Mussa KC discusses developments in…

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Autism and evidence-based math instruction with Katharine Beals (Ep 28) 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

In episode 28, math professor Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Katharine Beals, who is a linguist and expert in using evidence-based instruction to teach students with autism. Katharine is the author of several books on autism, including one focused on autism-friendly curriculum and instruction. They begin the episode with an overview of autism, where Ka…

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16 - Commercial Breakfast Briefing May 2024 with Andrew George KC, Leona Powell, Simon Pritchard, David Lowe and Tom Mountford 32:49

4M ago32:49

32:49

Do you love limitation? Does the very idea of mandatory time limits make you stop in your tracks and smile? If so, tune in to this episode of the Blackstone Chambers Litigation Podcast as Andrew George KC presents recorded highlights from the most recent Commercial Breakfast Briefing. First, Leona Powell takes a look at the Supreme Court’s importan…

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Using evidence in education with Pamela Snow (Ep 27) 1:10:51

4M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

In Episode 27, math professor Anna Stokke talks with Dr. Pamela Snow, a cognitive psychology professor at La Trobe University’s School of Education in Australia. She is renowned for her expertise in language and literacy instruction and co-founded the Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab at La Trobe, which assists schools in adopting scienti…

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Cognitive load theory in math class with David Morkunas (Ep 26) 56:25

5M ago56:25

56:25

In Episode 26, math professor Anna Stokke is joined by David Morkunas, who is an Australian teacher and numeracy learning specialist. Their conversation focusses on practical applications of cognitive load theory and explicit instruction for teaching math. They discuss David’s role in overseeing a primary math program. He shares strategies for inco…

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Understanding math reform ideology with Tom Loveless (Ep 25) 1:09:54

5M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke is joined by education policy expert, Dr. Tom Loveless. They discuss the National Math Advisory Panel and some of the recommendations in from its final report. They talk about the influential 1989 NCTM standards and their global impact on math education as well as the history of the math wars. Tom discuss…

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Raising student achievement with Dylan Wiliam (Ep 24) 1:01:28

6M ago1:01:28

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In Episode 24, Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Dylan Wiliam, who is an education researcher renowned for his expertise on formative assessment. They begin by discussing PISA scores and the need to improve math proficiency. They then focus on Dylan's two primary recommendations for raising student achievement – a knowledge-rich curriculum and investing i…

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15 - Retained EU Law Conference Part 2 with Kieron Beal KC, Naina Patel, Emily Neill, Ravi Mehta, Harry Adamson and Hollie Higgins 1:18:21

6M ago1:18:21

1:18:21

Tune in to episode 15 of the Blackstone Chambers Litigation Podcast, as Kieron Beal KC presents the Retained EU Law Conference Part 2. Joined by Naina Patel, Emily Neill, Ravi Mehta, Harry Adamson and Hollie Higgins, the panel explore the potential impacts of the REUL Act in key affected sectors. The REUL Act is the final chapter in a huge and comp…

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14 - Retained EU Law Conference Part 1 with Kieron Beal KC, Tom de la Mare KC, James Segan KC and Gayatri Sarathy 43:40

7M ago43:40

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Tune in to episode 14 of the Blackstone Chambers Litigation Podcast, as Kieron Beal KC presents recorded highlights from the 2023 Retained EU Law Conference. Joined by Tom de la Mare KC, James Segan KC and Gayatri Sarathy, the panel provides an insightful introduction to The Retained EU Law (REUL) Act 2023. The REUL Act is the final chapter in a hu…

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Red flags in education research with Ben Solomon (Ep 23) 1:08:20

8M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for a discussion with Dr. Ben Solomon in the final episode of the first season of Chalk & Talk. Ben is a psychology professor and a researcher in math assessment and intervention, known for his expertise in research methodology. One of the goals of this episode is to provide teachers, parents, and the wider public …

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Mindsets and educational misconceptions with Carl Hendrick (Ep 22) 59:01

8M ago59:01

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with author and educator Dr. Carl Hendrick. They begin by discussing research on growth mindset. Then, they discuss whether motivation is a precursor to academic success or if, in fact, success is more likely to lead to motivation. They talk about whether engagement is a valid measure of learning an…

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Ep 21. The right to learn math with Daniel Ansari 57:34

9M ago57:34

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she interviews Dr. Daniel Ansari, who is a Canada Research Chair in developmental cognitive neuroscience. They discuss the importance of early numeracy skills and his research on symbolic representations. They talk about similarities and differences between math and reading. They also debunk the misconception of…

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Ep 20. Reading and math: parallels and pitfalls with Matthew Burns 58:18

10M ago58:18

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for a discussion about reading and math with Dr. Matthew Burns. He is well-known for his research in reading instruction, including research on the effectiveness of the Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System. He has also published research on math interventions. He gives a brief history of reading instructio…

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13 - Exceptionalism and the Law with Charlotte Kilroy KC 20:53

10M ago20:53

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In this podcast, Charlotte Kilroy KC examines the relevance of Lord Atkin’s famous dissent in Liversidge v Anderson [1942]AC 206 for lawyers and judges today. She highlights anti-terrorism legislation introduced in 2001 as part of the ‘war on terror’ and the Belmarsh case, deprivation of citizenship and the Shamima Begum case, and most recently the…

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Ep 19. The Calculus Project with Adrian Mims 57:24

11M ago57:24

57:24

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Adrian Mims. He is the co-founder and CEO of the Calculus Project, which is a non-profit organization that aims to increase the number of Black, Hispanic, Indigenous and low-income students taking calculus, starting with support in middle school. They discuss why he started The Calculus Project, the various…

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12 - Public Seminar Conference 2023 with Charlotte Kilroy KC, Hanif Mussa KC, Sarah Wilkinson, and George Molyneaux 44:54

11M ago44:54

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Hanif Mussa KC of Blackstone Chambers presents recorded highlights of the 2023 Public Seminar Conference, featuring, George Molyneaux, Sarah Wilkinson, and Charlotte Kilroy KC. Listen in as George Molyneaux discusses standing in judicial review claims, including recent cases in this area and practical ways in which legal representatives can assist …

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Ep 18. Education myth-busting with Daisy Christodoulou 59:57

11M ago59:57

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Daisy Christodoulou. Daisy is a teacher, an author and the Director of Education at No More Marking. They begin by discussing the myth that facts prevent understanding and the importance of content knowledge, with a side discussion on why it is important to memorize math facts. They discuss why…

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Ep 17. Do timed tests cause math anxiety? with Robin Codding 56:57

12M ago56:57

56:57

In Episode 17, Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Robin Codding to talk about timed tests and math anxiety. Robin is a psychology professor who researches math interventions, assessment tools and math anxiety. She is one of the founding members of the group The Science of Math. In this episode, Anna asks Robin to shed some light on claims that timed te…

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Ep 16. Applying cognitive science to education with Daniel Willingham 57:34

1y ago57:34

57:34

In Episode 16, Anna Stokke talks to cognitive psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Willingham. Dan shares some of the strategies in his latest book, "Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning Is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy." They begin by addressing the learning styles myth. They discuss what constitutes retrieval practice in a math context…

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Ep 15. Modern relevance in the math curriculum with Brian Conrad 1:01:48

1y ago1:01:48

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Join Anna Stokke in discussion with Dr. Brian Conrad, who is a math professor and director of undergraduate studies in math at Stanford. They discuss some modern-day applications of math, and he gives some advice for parents who wonder what type of math their kids should learn to be ready for a four-year college degree in STEM or other quantitative…

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Ep 14. Stress and learning with Dan Rosen 54:54

1y ago54:54

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Join Anna Stokke in discussion with Dr. Dan Rosen, who is a teacher and school leader. They explore the impact of stress on learning. They talk about the biology of stress, the difference between anxiety and stress, and common factors that trigger stress for students in the classroom. They also discuss misconceptions about stress. For example, stre…

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Seventeen years: The Andrew Malkinson story (Pt 8) - Innocent 34:21

1y ago34:21

34:21

Andy’s fight to be vindicated is finally realised. In this update, series producer Will goes to see Andy the day after the Court of Appeal in London overturned his rape conviction after new DNA evidence implicated another man in the crime. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe …

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Ep 13. Powerful teaching with Patrice Bain 57:49

1y ago57:49

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In Episode 13, Anna Stokke discusses teaching with Patrice Bain, who is a co-author of the book Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning. Patrice was one of the first K-12 teachers to partner with cognitive scientists so that research could be conducted in a classroom setting. This episode is all about using research-based power tools to …

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11 - Memorable Cases – Part II with Stephen Nathan KC, Tom Croxford KC, and Tom Hickman KC 29:31

1y ago29:31

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In this episode, we are joined by Blackstone Chambers’ Stephen Nathan KC, Tom Croxford KC, and Tom Hickman KC as they share their most memorable cases. Listen in as Stephen Nathan KC recalls his longest-running case, Kuwait Airways v Iraqi Airways Company. Stephen draws on his unique experience in court and his visit to Iraq. The several judgments …

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Ep 12. California’s math controversy with Jelani Nelson Part II 46:54

1y ago46:54

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This is the second episode of a two-part series featuring Dr. Jelani Nelson. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Nelson, and other STEM leaders, have publicly raised concerns about the proposed California Math Framework (CMF). In this episode, Anna Stokke and Jelani Nelson discuss w…

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Ep 11. California’s math controversy with Jelani Nelson Part I 1:11:11

1y ago1:11:11

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This is the first episode of a two-part series featuring Dr. Jelani Nelson. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Nelson, and other STEM leaders, have publicly raised concerns about the proposed California Math Framework (CMF). In this episode, much of the discussion surrounds the CMF…

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Ep 10. Maximizing learning through explicit instruction with Zach Groshell 57:48

1y ago57:48

57:48

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she chats with Dr. Zach Groshell. He is an instructional coach and a passionate advocate for evidence-informed teaching. They discuss whether it’s possible to expand working memory, the characteristics of a successful explicit instruction lesson, effective approaches for delivering feedback and more. They also t…

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Ep 9. The tweet that roared with Tom Bennett 1:04:22

1+ y ago1:04:22

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Tom Bennett. He is a teacher, author and founder of the grass roots, non-profit organization ResearchED. Tom has a captivating sense of humour, making this a great listen. They discuss many things in this episode, such as education research, group work, cell phones in schools and evidence-infor…

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10 - Annual Employee Competition Seminar – Part II with Craig Rajgopaul, Sarah Wilkinson, and Emmeline Plews 41:50

1+ y ago41:50

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We are delighted to share Part II of the Blackstone Chambers’ Annual Employee Competition Seminar of The Litigation Podcast with Craig Rajgopaul, Sarah Wilkinson, and Emmeline Plews. In Part II, Craig Rajgopaul will discuss conspiracy claims and professional conduct issues. Sarah Wilkinson examines whether the new willingness to grant damages in lu…

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Ep 8. Lessons from around the world with Lucy Crehan 52:30

1+ y ago52:30

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In this episode math professor, Anna Stokke, interviews Lucy Crehan, who is a teacher and an author. In her book, Cleverlands, she presents her first-hand observations of the education systems in different countries. They discuss teacher qualifications in Finland and Singapore, teacher professional development in Japan and math lessons in Shanghai.…

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