Teachers Talk Radio

Is it Time Up for Grammar Schools?: The Morning Break with Carl Smith

Carl chats to Dr Nuala Burgess about whether this is the right time to phase out the remaining grammar schools.

Primary teachers strike over 'knives and assaults': Points of View

The Panel discusses the BBC reporting that staff at two primary schools in Greater Manchester have gone on strike over claims their reports of violence and daily assaults are being ignored by senior leadership.
Teachers at Lily Lane Primary School in Moston and Ravensfield Primary School have walked out following claims that pupils have been biting and kicking staff, throwing furniture and, bringing knives to school.
One of teachers told the BBC nothing is being done to protect children and staff. Members of The Teachers' Union (NAWUST)are set to strike three days a week throughout January.

New Year, Same old CPD? The Sunday Lunch Show with Michael Wright and Jen Hurst

In their first show of 2026, Michael Wright and Jen Hurst discuss CPD, the relevancy of it for career development, effective CPD and how good CPD should be transformative, galvanise teaching staff and be focused towards improving teacher practice for the students only. 

The Holiday Hustle - The unpaid, unseen work teachers do: The Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds

With guest Coshia Belvet, the show explores the realities behind the holidays from the teachers’ perspectives. It highlights the need for teachers to work throughout the holidays to meet the demands of the curriculum, students’ needs and external agencies. Whether or not there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, or room for work life balanced was also discussed.

Talk Less, Teach More - How Reducing Teacher Talk Time Transforms Learning: The Saturday Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary

In this show of Teachers Talk Radio, host Famida Choudhary is joined by English educator Kais Saidi to explore the impact of reducing Teacher Talking Time (TTT). Together, they unpack why talking less can lead to deeper learning, stronger student independence, and more effective differentiation. A practical, reflective conversation on structure, student agency, and designing lessons where learning does the work.

Self Directed Learning and the Implications for CPD: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester

Darren explored different models of self-directed learning and considers why we should think about our own self direction as more and more CPD moves online.

First Week Back Mental Health Hour: The Twilight Show with Phin Adams

We talk apathy at this time of the year and what to do to keep your motivation topped up as a teacher. How do you get through that January blues? Dodecadecompress! We talk it out here.

Sixth Form - The Transformative Years?: The Late Show with Tim Smale

Tim talks to guest Daniela Schillaci, a current Head of Sixth Form and teacher of DT, to discuss all things Post 16. From the Curriculum Review and the pressures faced by Sixth Forms to the impact Sixth Form can have on the resilience of our young people. Together Tim and Daniela will look to the future and then Daniela will face the terrifying Quick-Fire Quiz.

Higher Education Trends to watch in 2026: The Twilight Show with Timea Kadar

Timea Kadar sets the scene for 2026 by spotlighting the current and emerging higher education trends worth watching. She's been digging into papers and articles from HE organisations, government, and regulatory bodies, as well as insights from mastermind groups. Join Timea and add your thoughts on what trend in higher education you think will matter most in 2026.

Ofsted’s New Era - School Leaders React: The Late Show with Tom Rogers

Tom Rogers is joined by two school leaders who have recently experienced OFSTED inspections under the new grading system. What was it like? What information would help other school leaders? What were the positives and problems with the inspections in their current form? Has anything really changed? Guests are Steve Ellis, current MAT CEO, and Simon Botten, Executive Headteacher.