Teachers Talk Radio

Coaching vs Mentoring: The Sunday Lunch Show with Michael Wright

Join Michael Wright for the Sunday Lunch Show with guest Justyn Waterman as they unpack the difference between coaching and mentoring in education, how to support colleagues with both, weigh the pros and cons of each, and share tips plus anecdotes based on Justin's expertise.

Half-term, does it feel good?: The Sunday Breakfast Show with Phin Adams

We talk half-term, hols and grammar! Thanks to everyone who joined in.

Perceptions of Toilet Breaks: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester

Darren looks at some research conducted between 2021 and 2024 which examines what pupils, teachers and parents think about the state of toilets in school.

Secondary Geography in Action: TTR Special

In this show, host Christopher Vowles digs into Secondary Geography in Action with its author, David Preece. Published in October 2025, this practical new guide helps geography teachers make sense of subject-specific educational research and put it into action in real secondary classrooms. The conversation explores how evidence-informed practice can support better outcomes for learners while staying grounded in the realities of school life. Whether you’re an experienced geography teacher, a trainee, or a school leader interested in bridging the gap between research and classroom practice, this show offers thoughtful insight, practical ideas, and inspiring discussion on putting research into geography in action. Get the book here: https://www.hachettelearning.com/geography/secondary-geography-in-action

What is the School To Prison Pipeline? The Late Late Show With Lee Pace

Listen to Lee, Graham and David as they delve into The School To Prison Pipeline, considering what it is, how schools can support young people and how the system might need to change.

EHCP explosion - what’s going on with the rise and rise of EHCPs?: Points of View

The panel discuss the evidence suggesting that the number of EHCPs continue to rise in schools - what is the reason for this? What are the solutions? What’s going on?

The gaps - Where real learning lives: The Twilight Show with Tim Smale

Schools often treat subjects as separate, but learning doesn't work that way. In this show, Tim talks with Barry Cooper, Founding Principal of The Global College in Madrid, about student agency, transfer, and why the gaps between lessons, subjects, and experiences might be where real learning lives.

How To Teach One-To-One Lessons: The Sunday Social

In this week's show, Claudia Tumba and Martin Sketchley are joined by Kristine to chat about how we teaching one-to-one lessons should be approached differently compared to group lessons.

Growing an AI-Literate Faculty: The Twilight Show with Timea Kadar

We dive into what it really means to develop an AI-literate faculty not just in terms of tools and skills, but mindset, pedagogic judgement, and institutional strategy. Join us as we unpack how higher education leaders can equip educators to engage with AI confidently, ethically, and creatively. We’re joined by two exceptional voices in the field:
Dr. Carmen Miles, PFHEA – a senior academic leader with deep experience in educational change, learning quality assurance, and digital pedagogy
Med “M. K.” Kharbach, PhD – an educator, researcher and instructional designer who specialises in AI literacy and digital competence for teachers

Can coaching change how we teach?: The Late Late Show with Seema Aggarwal

This conversation is really about the evolving role of teachers in the classroom. Last time, we talked about teachers as entertainers; this time we’re asking whether teachers should also be coaches. Are we placing too much pressure on teachers to take on yet another role - one that complicates an already demanding profession? Or does coaching have the power to deepen student learning, shifting teachers from delivering answers to guiding students as they discover their own?