Teachers Talk Radio

The Power of Wonder in literacy classrooms: The Saturday Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary

In this show, host Famida Choudhary is joined by educational leader Surji Aboubakker to explore The Power of Wonder in literacy classrooms. Together, they discuss how to embed joy, curiosity, and connection in reading and writing, moving beyond worksheets to create meaningful, story-rich experiences. Tune in for insights on leadership, phonics, and reimagining literacy for lifelong impact.

Safeguarding review finds 'climate of fear' among pupils: Points of View

Staff at a London academy instilled a “climate of fear” among pupils, with a drive for academic success likely to have harmed vulnerable children including those with special needs, according to a damning independent investigation. The report by Sir Alan Wood found that staff at Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) routinely used measures “designed to humiliate pupils”, frequently shouting at them and isolating them in corridors as part of “a harsh and damaging disciplinary culture”. The panel of Yasmin Omar, Rae Whitehouse, JB and Liz Webb discuss the report in full.

Culture in the Classroom: The Sunday Social with Martin Sketchley

In this week's show, we invite Rolade Berthier to chat about culture in the classroom.

Celebrating Difference: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester

Darren thinks about how we can make sure all children feel included when schools celebrate cultural and religious festivals.

Are We There Yet?: The Twilight Show with Phin Adams

We talk in depth about what stress looks like this close to the end of term.

Live Marking Unleashed! Feedback that works: Thursday Late, Late Show with Chris Wilkinson

Join Chris as he explores how live marking can transform feedback in the classroom. He breaks down simple, effective strategies that reduce workload and boost student progress, offering practical insights for any teacher looking to make feedback truly work

Helping Early Career Teachers Thrive: The Late Show with Ben White

Robbie Coleman has an unusually clear window into the minds of early career teachers — not by guessing, but by analysing how thousands of them respond to real-world school scenarios.In this month’s show, we dive into what those responses reveal: what schools can do to help early career teachers flourish, and what early career teachers themselves can focus on to grow with confidence.The show is packed with useful insights on managing behaviour, navigating safeguarding, and why obsessing over “open vs closed questions” isn’t the key to improving questioning after all. A thoughtful, practical show packed with takeaways for anyone in or supporting the early years of teaching.

Mind the Gap - Assessment, Development and Representation: The Late Show with Tim Smale

Tim will meet with his guest Samina Jardaneh to discuss some of the challenges facing teachers and young people in education. From the pressure placed on both teachers and students with the volume of assessment, through to the varied quality of Professional Development Tim and Samina will explore some of the major gaps seen in education. To add to this Tim and Samina will also discuss diversity across the curriculum.

Future-ready curriculum: The Twilight Show with Timea Kadar

With her two guests, Eva Halasz and Richard Ahenkorah, Timea discusses the importance and know-how of embedding employability skills in the curriculum and bringing industry practice into the classroom.

AI in the D&T Classroom: The Twilight Show with Matt Wemyss

In this show, Matthew Wemyss talks to Aaron Patching about using AI in the D&T classroom. We’ll talk tools, tips and a few takeaways you can try straight away. It will be real and practical!