Best Elevated U Podcasts (2025)

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Exclusive: An interview with Estonian Education Minister Dr Kristina Kallas 36:43

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8d ago36:43

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In a Teacher exclusive, Minister of Education and Research for Estonia Dr Kristina Kallas joins editor Jo Earp for this special podcast to talk about setting teachers and students up for success, the early years foundations for its impressive PISA performance, and the next big challenge – AI in education. Host: Jo EarpGuest: Dr Kristina Kallas…

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Teacher Staffroom: Looking at learning spaces – playgrounds, libraries and tech hubs 11:48

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As we head into the last month of 2025, many of you might be starting to turn your mind towards the beginning of the next school year. A big part of getting ready for a new year is, of course, setting up your learning spaces. Whether it be how you’ll set up your own classroom, the school library space, or even outdoor areas, there’s plenty to consi…

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Holy Ghost Power Medley - Grace Thrillers (Christmas in Hollis Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj 2:09

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Holy Ghost Power Medley - Grace Thrillers (Christmas in Hollis Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj by JKDBy JKD

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Every Praise - Hezekiah Walker (Last Christmas Remix) Mixed by jkdthedj 3:53

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Every Praise - Hezekiah Walker (Last Christmas Remix) Mixed by jkdthedj by JKDBy JKD

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When I Get There - Kirk Franklin (8 Days of Christmas - Destiny's Child Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj 2:43

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When I Get There - Kirk Franklin (8 Days of Christmas - Destiny's Child Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj by JKDBy JKD

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School Improvement: Managing, restocking and refreshing library spaces 42:27

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It's Episode 64 of our series on School Improvement and the topic is something that we're really passionate about at Teacher – school libraries and encouraging students to read for pleasure. So, it could be the main library, classroom book collections and displays. It could be something like small reading corners and nooks around the school. How do…

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Yahweh We 🤍 You - Elevation Worship and Joe L Barnes (Wonderful Christmas Time Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj 3:19

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Yahweh We 🤍 You - Elevation Worship and Joe L Barnes (Wonderful Christmas Time Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj by JKDBy JKD

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Hail Him Up - Papa San (Anger Management Riddim) Mixed by @jkdthedj 2:14

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Hail Him Up - Papa San (Anger Management Riddim) Mixed by @jkdthedj by JKDBy JKD

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Anyhow - Deitrick Haddon (Where My Eyes Can See - Busta Rhymes Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj 2:03

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Anyhow - Deitrick Haddon (Where My Eyes Can See - Busta Rhymes Remix) Mixed by @jkdthedj by JKDBy JKD

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Addressing religion and beliefs in diverse classrooms 19:03

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It is important that teachers feel confident to respectfully and effectively address religion and beliefs in diverse classrooms. But it can be difficult, particularly for early career or beginner teachers, to know where to start. Recently, Informit – in partnership with RMIT University and the Australian Council for Educational Research – held a fr…

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Teacher Staffroom Episode 71: Elevating educator voice 11:49

1M ago11:49

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Earlier this month, Australia’s results from the Teaching and Learning International Survey were released. The OECD’s TALIS is the largest international survey of teachers and leaders, delving into teachers’ professional practices, school learning environments and working lives. Here at Teacher, we covered the results in several different formats. …

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The Research Files: TALIS 2024 with Dr Tim Friedman 18:53

2M ago18:53

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In this episode of our Research Files podcast series, editor Jo Earp talks to ACER’s Dr Tim Friedman about the latest Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS). We’ll be focusing on the theme of staff wellbeing and looking at some of the protective factors when it comes to levels of teacher job satisfaction and stress.…

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The Aspect Learning Improvement Collaborative 54:09

2M ago54:09

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Teacher editor Jo Earp finds out how the Aspect Learning Improvement Collaborative is using a mainstream learning framework developed by Dr Lyn Sharratt, adapted to suit an autism-specific education setting. We’ll hear from Lyn, Aspect Education's Deputy National Director Karilyn Gumley and principals Kaye Perry, Joanne Tidsdell, and Michelle Zikmu…

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WITH LOVE, FROM GOD - NU QUIET CHRISTIAN RNB MIX VOL. 02 1:10:35

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Hope you enjoy it.MAKE SURE YOU LISTEN, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD AND COMMENT!Follow me on Instagram @jkdthedjTRACKLIST1. GPS - LEE VASI2. HAVE YOUR WAY - JACKIE LEGERE3. MIDNIGHT HOUR - BRITT NICOLE4. I WOULD RATHER HAVE JESUS - SONDAE5. YOU ARE MINE - SSTEDI6. GIVER - SAM RIVERA7. OTW - EVAN AND ERIS8. HOLY WATER - OBED9. JUST TO BE CLOSE TO YOU - LI…

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Can't Get Enough - Ahjah Walls (It Depends - Chris Brown REMIX) Mixed by @jkdthedj 3:06

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Dance Like David - Black Voices Movement (BEAT IT - MICHAEL JACKSON REMIX) Mixed by @jkdthedj 2:14

2M ago2:14

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HIGH PRAISE MIXTAPE - VOL.03 58:01

2M ago58:01

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Hope you enjoy it.MAKE SURE YOU LISTEN, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD AND COMMENT!Follow me on Instagram @jkdthedjTRACKLIST1. KEEP GOIN - TOMMY ZUKO2. EUGH - TOMMY ZUKO3. SHIMMY - JACKIE HILL PERRY FEAT. AHA GAZELLE4. MOVE IT! - 1K PHEW FEAT. FORREST FRANK5. NO MATTER WHAT - INDIE TRIBE 6. BACK OUT THE GRAVE - NOBIGDYL., KATO ON THE TRACK, & FUTURISTIC7. B…

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Teacher Staffroom: Building instructional capacity 12:05

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It’s well known from the research that high quality teaching and leadership teams learn from each other's practices. Recently on Teacher, the leadership team from Warriapendi Primary School in Perth, Western Australia, wrote 3 articles for us all about the journey they’ve been on to build instructional capacity in literacy to improve student outcom…

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Focusing on presence, not absence – flipping the script on attendance 20:15

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In today’s episode, Dominique Russell is joined by Chantel Barnes. She’s Principal at Glenora District School in the rural town of Glenora outside Hobart, Tasmania. It’s a small K-12 school, and they’ve made some incredible progress on attendance in the past 12 months. Chantel tells us about how they’ve achieved this, the initiatives that are makin…

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Special: R U OK Day – 4 steps for checking in with a colleague, friend or loved one 23:36

3M ago23:36

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R U OK? Day is a national day of action that reminds Australians to check in with others and ask ‘are you OK?’ In this special episode, Teacher editor Jo Earp is joined by Dr Hannah Brown to talk about some of the signs that it might be time to have the conversation, how to prepare and the 4 simple steps of ask, listen, encourage action and check i…

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ORDINARY PEOPLE - MARY MARY [I GOT A STORY TO TELL - NOTORIOUS BIG] JKD REMIX 2:34

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ORDINARY PEOPLE - MARY MARY [I GOT A STORY TO TELL - NOTORIOUS BIG] JKD REMIX by JKDBy JKD

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THAT'S MY KING - CECE WINANS [GRINDIN' REMIX] JKD EDIT 3:39

3M ago3:39

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THAT'S MY KING - CECE WINANS [GRINDIN' REMIX] JKD EDIT by JKDBy JKD

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Principals leading through crises – what did they learn? 30:23

3M ago30:23

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The past few years have been a challenging time for schools in Australia and around the world. Schools have adapted to the impacts of COVID-19; some have also dealt with natural disasters like floods and bushfires. For school principals – no matter their level of experience – new research shows leading during crises like these has taught them many …

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Teacher Staffroom Episode 69: Our range of different formats 14:32

3M ago14:32

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Did you know that here at Teacher magazine we publish content in different formats? From short to long articles, reader submissions, columns from distinguished authors, podcasts, videos or infographics – we publish fresh content on our website 4 days a week. In today’s episode, we're going to share some of the podcast highlights from this month on …

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Play spaces with Dr Fatemeh Aminpour 27:23

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For students, a sizeable chunk of their school day is spent at lunch and recess, in the playground and recreation spaces, and outdoor learning areas. So, on this episode we're joined by Dr Fatemeh Aminpour, who is a Research Fellow at the City Futures Research Centre at the University of New South Wales (that’s UNSW Sydney). We’ll be looking at thi…

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Cracking persistent classroom dilemmas with Professor Brianna Kennedy 44:03

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What are the persistent teaching dilemmas you find yourself thinking about in your spare time and circling back to time and again? Professor Brianna Kennedy from the University of Glasgow joins the podcast to talk about a 2-stage process for cracking persistent challenges in the classroom, how teachers can use it in practice, and the impact it has …

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Fostering a sense of belonging for early career teachers 30:39

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As a teacher listening to this episode, I’m sure you remember your first few years in the profession – the unique challenges you faced and the support that made a difference to you. But what does the evidence say about how schools can best support early career teachers? New research from academics at Monash University has uncovered specific factors…

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Teacher Staffroom Episode 68: Supporting post-school pathways 11:01

4M ago11:01

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Thinking about your own school, how are you helping students understand the many opportunities and pathways open to them, and the training or further education requirements they’ll need to reach their career goals? We know schools play a crucial role in supporting post-school pathways, and recently at Teacher we’ve been exploring many facets of car…

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Addressing the maths gender gap in the early years 21:18

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Today we're joined by Pauline Martinot, a medical doctor who specialises in child health and prevention. Dr Martinot pursued a research career in cognitive neurosciences on the developing child and did her PhD at NeuroSpin CEA Paris Saclay. Today, she works as an AI medical and scientific Director at Doctolib in France. Dr Martinot is also the lead…

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Setting up for healthy play behaviours at school 22:32

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Associate Professor Brendon Hyndman is our guest today. If that name sounds familiar to you – Brendon was actually the guest in our first episode of The Research Files all the way back in 2014. After recently taking a pause from academics and spending time working back in the classroom, Brendon is now Associate Dean Academic in the Faculty of Arts …

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School Assembly S3E11: Series 3 Final 22:25

5M ago22:25

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Welcome to Episode 11 of Series 3 of School Assembly – yes, we’ve actually reached the final episode today! So, School Assembly – if you don’t know – that’s the podcast where we find out what it takes to build a school from the ground up. And, for the last 12 months we’ve been following Dan McShea, Foundation Principal of Notre Dame P-12 College in…

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Academic Independence: How Recruits Can Declare Freedom This Summer 37:26

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In this special Fourth of July episode of Full Ride, host Kito Delgado challenges student-athletes and families to declare academic independence this summer. While most are enjoying fireworks and BBQs, the most dedicated recruits are using this time to improve their GPA, prepare for the SAT/ACT, and take control of the college recruiting process. L…

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How to Use Social Media to Dominate the College Recruiting Process 51:14

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In this episode of URecruitU, host Kito Delgado shares a complete game plan for student-athletes who want to use social media for college recruiting. Learn how to build a powerful online presence, engage with college coaches, and stand out to recruiters using platforms like Instagram, Twitter (X), YouTube, and TikTok. Whether you're in the Class of…

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Teacher Staffroom: Real-world maths 10:50

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Today we’re talking all things maths – as it’s something we’ve published quite a bit on this month. In this episode, we're going to run you through the highlights, including an article on the International Mathematical Modeling Challenge where we speak to the teacher advisors of the Australian winners about the benefits for students, and their own …

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The Research Files: A quality music education 25:36

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Music education is an important part of primary school. It’s got a range of benefits, of course, not only for students’ music learning, but for improving their capacity as a learner more broadly, and there are benefits for their wellbeing too. In Episode 101 of The Research Files we're joined by Dr Rebecca Taylor, a Senior Research Fellow at the Au…

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School Improvement: Careers and pathways education for secondary students 38:36

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Last month we brought you news of a major OECD report on the state of global teenage career preparation. So, in this follow-up podcast we’re going to be sharing an example of how one school here in Australia – Fairhills High School in Victoria – is doing some great work in the area of careers and pathways education.Host: Jo EarpGuests: Bill Exton, …

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Seamus Sullivan - Optimal Health For Longevity 44:03

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In this episode of the Coach U Podcast, Coach U sits down with Seamus Sullivan—Performance Health Coach, co-host of The Macro Perspective, and leader at Cenegenics Beverly Hills. Together, they dive deep into what optimal health really means and how to simplify your wellness journey. 💡 What You'll Learn: What biomarkers are and why blood panels mat…

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June 15 is here: What you need to know and do about it! 47:13

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June 15 is a key date in the college recruiting calendar—especially for rising juniors. 1. What is June 15? Who it impacts: Rising juniors (class entering 11th grade). Why it matters: NCAA Division I & II coaches can: Call, text, or email you directly. Begin meaningful, personal recruiting conversations. Start inviting you to unofficial visits or d…

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School Assembly S3E10: Distributed leadership and the leadership pipeline 21:18

6M ago21:18

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We’ve reached the penultimate episode of Series 3 of our podcast series School Assembly. Teacher editor Jo Earp talks to Notre Dame P-12 College Principal Dan McShea about distributed leadership and developing a leadership pipeline in a new school. Dan also shares his biggest challenge, key learning and proudest achievement since last month’s episo…

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#URECRUITU-Camp Season! 1:09:44

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Summer is here, and that means it's officially camp season for student-athletes chasing their college dreams. But showing up isn't enough—you need a game plan. In this episode of Full Ride, host Kito Delgado breaks down winning strategies every recruit should follow before, during, and after attending college recruiting camps. From choosing the rig…

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Celebrating 100 episodes of The Research Files 39:01

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To celebrate our 100th episode of The Research Files podcast series, the team at Teacher have delved into the archives to choose clips from our favourite episodes. In this very special episode, you hear from your regular hosts Jo Earp, Rebecca Vukovic and Dominique Russell, as well as and a whole lot of guests including researchers, teachers and sc…

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HIGH PRAISE MIXTAPE - VOL.02 42:58

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Hope you enjoy it.MAKE SURE YOU LISTEN, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD AND COMMENT!Follow me on Instagram @jkdthedjTRACKLIST1. ARE YOU READY - BLANCA2. LOVE LIKE THAT - HULVEY FT TOREY D'SHAUN & ALEX JEAN3. MATTHEW 18:20 - ALEX JEAN FT DE LA CRUZ4. PICK IT UP - JACKIE LEE PERRY5. COME THRU - TOREY D'SHAUN FT KB6. SAME OLE - TOREY D'SHAUN7. SAFE AND SOUND - …

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Teacher Staffroom Episode 66: New monthly themes 11:39

6M ago11:39

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It has been an exciting month here at Teacher magazine because we launched our new monthly themes. In this Teacher Staffroom podcast, I’ll take you through our theme for May. I’ll also run you through some of the highlights from our editorial, including 2 pieces on the topic of AI, and chat about a new report by the Australian Council for Education…

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Unlocking high-quality teaching with Professor Jenni Ingram 25:34

7M ago25:34

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In this episode of The Research Files podcast, Teacher editor Jo Earp chats to Jenni Ingram, Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford, about the OECD’s Unlocking High-Quality Teaching report. Alongside insights from 150 schools in 50 countries, it explores 20 practices that teachers draw on to achieve 5 key teaching goals.Host: Jo EarpG…

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School Assembly S3E9: Professional learning 18:23

7M ago18:23

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This episode of School Assembly is all about professional learning. Our Series 3 Principal Dan McShea joins us from Queensland's Notre Dame P-12 College to share how it links back to strategic planning and key teaching and learning documents. We'll also find out about his biggest challenge, key learning and proudest achievement since we caught up l…

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Special: AI in teaching and learning 29:33

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There’s so much potential for artificial intelligence and generative AI tools to support teaching and learning, but alongside these exciting opportunities there are challenges and risks. If you’re a teacher or a school leader, you may already be using or experimenting with AI tools – and you certainly won’t be surprised to hear that many of your st…

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#URECRUITU- From Prime Time to the Fifth Round: What Shedeur Sander's NFL Draft Slide Teaches Us About Recruiting 44:04

7M ago44:04

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In this episode of Full Ride, we break down the surprising slide of Shedeur Sanders—son of NFL legend Deion Sanders—to the fifth round in a recent NFL mock draft. More than just a headline, his story holds powerful lessons for every high school recruit and their family. We explore how talent alone isn't enough, and why perception, attitude, and cha…

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Teacher Staffroom Episode 65: Teacher recruitment 11:11

8M ago11:11

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What made you decide to become a teacher? We’ve been looking at teacher recruitment this month, but perhaps from a different lens that you might think. In this episode, you’ll hear about what young people are saying about teaching as a career, how much schools in Australia are growing year on year, and more.Host: Dominique RussellSponsor: This podc…

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HIGH PRAISE MIXTAPE - VOL.01 33:02

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Hope you enjoy it.MAKE SURE YOU LISTEN, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD AND COMMENT!Follow me on Instagram @jkdthedjTRACKLIST1. ALTAR (REMIX) [FT CIARA - HULVEY2. PEOPLE GET READY MIX [ALTAR EDIT] - CRYSTAL LEWIS3. NO WEAPON - SCOOTIE WOP4. THE LIGHT - JOR'DAN ARMSTRONG5. AMEN - PASTOR MIKE JR.6. DROP - FORREST FRANK7. SHERWIN GARDNER - I WORSHIP YOU [FRANK …

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Special: Teacher wellbeing – nutrition tips for during the school day 23:04

8M ago23:04

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We speak often about the importance of students having an adequate amount of food to help them focus and learn during the school day. But what about teachers? In today’s podcast special, we’re joined by Tammie Jakstas, former teacher and Accredited Practising Dietitian, to hear about her teacher nutrition study.Host: Dominique RussellGuest: Tammie …