Best Chris Wilkinson Podcasts (2025)

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Taking Breaks and Strategies to Recharge: Thursday Late, Late Show with Chris Wilkinson 1:00:50

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Join Chris as he explores why teachers need meaningful breaks in their day. From quick resets to lasting habits, he shares research and practical tips to help educators recharge, refocus, and thriveBy Teachers Talk Radio

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Episode #19: Hot, Cold, and Whole: The Power of Contrast Therapy with Jessica Wilkinson and Chris Valentine. 40:20

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In this episode of Behind the Mic with MAB, host Amanda Fontaine dives into the world of cold plunging and hot cold contrast therapy with Jessica Wilkinson, WLBT Lifestyle Host and Reporter, and Chris Valentine, owner of Rest Recovery Wellness JXN. Together, they explore how alternating between cold and heat can transform not only your body but als…

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Episode #23: Amplifying Mississippi: A Conversation with Java Chatman 51:49

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In episode number 23 of Behind The Mic with MAB, Amanda Fontaine sits down with Java Chatman, Director of Radio at Mississippi Public Broadcasting. Java shares his journey from his early days at Jackson State University’s WJSU to becoming a key voice and leader in Mississippi radio. With experience across commercial, independent, and public broadca…

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Wayne Barton on his book Football Taught by Matt Busby 31:32

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Sporting a black eye today after a football injury, but very much feeling good after chatting to author Wayne Barton about two of my favourite topics: football history and Manchester United. I’ve just finished reading Wayne’s book Football Taught by Matt Busby’ and great to elucidate his findings on the quintessential style of United. It’s hard to …

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Episode #22: Taste, Toast, and Holiday Hosting with Jessica Wilkinson 47:09

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In episode number 22 of the Behind The Mic with MAB podcast, Amanda Fontaine welcomes Jessica Wilkinson back to the studio for a fun and festive conversation. Jessica, known for her Taste and Toast segment on WLBT, joins Amanda to talk all things holiday food, hosting, and event planning. With a background that spans theater, film, teaching, and br…

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Achieving Goals: Simplicity and Dedication with Mike Wilkinson. 1:05:41

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Keywords journey, destination, goals, belief, execution, simplicity Summary In this conversation, Mike Wilkinson reflects on the importance of the journey in achieving goals, emphasizing that while the process may be simple, executing it requires dedication and belief. He shares personal insights on how putting everything into a goal can lead to fu…

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Industry in the classroom - how academia can collaborate with business in HE: The Twilight Show with Timea Kadar 1:02:28

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In this Tuesday Twilight Show, Timea explores how business and academia can truly work together in higher education – not just in theory, but in day-to-day teaching and assessment. She’s joined by Mohammed Al-Jobori, lecturer and module leader in Business & Management, and business coach Bayo Igoh, who share concrete case studies where students co-…

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Teach and Thrive Learning Circles: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:30:02

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Darren talks about TTLCs and how they can be used to embed teacher-centric wellbeing into your CPD provision.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Three Books And A Podcast 7:41

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Hi Team, Slightly different podcast. Thought it might be useful to give you the details of three books I’ve been reading and a podcast I’ve found to entertaining and helpful. Let me know if indeed you do find this useful: Books: Football Taught by Matt Busby https://reachsportshop.com/book/football-taught-by-matt-busby/ Nigel Benn autobiography: ht…

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Drink driving scandal and a Christmas lights controversy - #517 29:24

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A rural mayor on leave after being caught drink driving in a council car Frankston appoints its first female CEO Injecting room reversal at Yarra More mayor and deputy mayor elections decided around Victoria A councillor working remotely from the other side of the country sparks c…

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Digital Technologies and Innovative Learning Models: The Late Late Show with Graham Stanley 1:01:49

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On today's show, I talked to Iain Cook-Bonney from New Zealand about his innovative work with digital technologies in primary schools. The interactive story (The Snark) Iain talked about is here and the penguin colony lesson plan is here.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Teacher Engagement - What if it came first?: The Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds 1:27:51

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In The Wednesday Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds, she explores what schools could look like if teacher engagement were the starting point, not the afterthought. From leadership habits that spark motivation to stories of schools transforming through trust and purpose, this episode dives into how energised teachers create inspired learners.…

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Has Teacher Accountability Gone Too Far?: The Twilight Show with Tom Rogers 1:22:41

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Peter Cole, Simon Powell and Becky Allen join Tom Rogers to discuss all things teacher accountability in schools - Has it gone too far? Under discussion; Lesson observations, Learning Walks, Work Scrutiny, Data, Exam Results, Pupil Voice, Parent Voice, League tables and lots besides.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Diplomatic incident, resignations, and the future workforce - ft.Sue Wilkinson, #516 43:40

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Two Victorian Council CEOs are stepping down More Victorian mayoral elections results A Wyndham councillor embroiled in a diplomatic incident A call for major public transport upgrades A new Federal inquiry into local government funding Pressure to overturn Cumberland Council’s dr…

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The Curriculum and Assessment Review: Points of View 57:50

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Rae Whitehouse, Carl Smith and Liz Webb discuss the release of the Curriculum and Assessment review and its contents.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Jackson Foster: Silly Goose 56:20

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Cullen and Mason chat with Jackson from Silly Goose. They chat about the band's history, how they started doing pop up shows, why he got arrested for playing a show in Chicago, and much more. Check out Silly Goose: https://sillygooseraprock.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/…

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Episode #21. Chasing Storms and Purpose: Meet Meteorologist Austin Powell 1:00:34

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In episode number 21 of Behind The Mic with MAB, Amanda Fontaine sits down with WJTV 12 weekend meteorologist, Austin Powell. Austin’s passion for weather began when he was in the third grade, after witnessing the devastating April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak that tore through the southeast. What he saw that day set him on a lifelong path to help war…

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Cheltenham Boxer Louis 'Smoky' Bacon 27:03

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Pro boxing is a tough business starting out. You have to punch opponents, avoid being punched and you have to sell tickets - often while working a day job. I found this a fascinating insight into this world - Louis Bacon currently has a record of 2-0 and is still working three days a week as. landscape gardener. I hope Louis has a bright, healthy a…

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Behind the Starting Line Episode 2 with Palmetto Ultras: Frozen 26:57

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Registration: https://www.palmettoultras.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/palmetto.ultras/ Keywords Hellhole race, running, South Carolina, extreme conditions, winter race Summary In this conversation, Kayla Fitzgerald discusses the origins and challenges of the Hellhole race, a unique running event held in South Carolina. She explains how the ra…

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From Teacher to Principal: The Morning Break with Carl Smith 1:12:14

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Today's Friday Morning Break Show with Carl Smith: From Teacher to Principal: What they don’t tell you on NPQH with guest Will TeeceBy Teachers Talk Radio

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Peril pitch, budget slashed, and a pigeon furore - #515 28:36

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Mildura launches bold campaign for Melbourne's controversial Yellow Peril sculpture A council’s budget deficit slashed by $290M in under a year Kingston Council asked to consider role statements for its mayor and deputy A Council plan to slash rates for some, while hiking charges …

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Student mental health across Key Stages 2 and 3 - What are the issues and how do we move forward?: The Twilight Show with Tony Harwood 1:02:46

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Highly experienced ex primary headteacher and governor Kate Owbridge joins Tony to talk about the issues around the worrying decline in student mental health through primary and onto secondary school.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Reading for Pleasure - Not Just for the Kids: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:31:46

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Darren discussed The University of Nottingham's announcement of closure of its language courses, before moving onto the topic at hand: how you can justify reading when you've so many other things to do.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Gossip in schools and mental health: The Twilight Show with Phin Adams 1:00:09

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We talk the effect of gossip in school and how to manage your mental health through our three regular features!By Teachers Talk Radio

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Death by Marking - Who is it Really For?: The Morning Break with Liz Webb and Rachel Gilyeat 1:01:06

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Burdensome workload is the constant cry of teachers, and marking is so often front and centre of the tasks which weigh us down. Why are we still so obsessed with written feedback? Is it really for the students? Or is it about accountability and box ticking?By Teachers Talk Radio

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BBC Radio Gloucestershire Sports Editor Steve Kitchen 54:53

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I love speaking to people who are passionate, particularly those who are passionate about sport. Steve Kitchen is one of the most passionate people I’ve met when it comes to sport - especially sport in Gloucestershire. Steve is sports editor at the BBC’s local radio station and loves his job and the local teams - he’s been covering them for 30 year…

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Name change, shock resignation, and dumping threat - #514 29:29

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A Whittlesea street faces name change after royal title stripped Surf Coast’s vacant Torquay ward seat filled after second countback Victorian councils elect new mayors A ambitious plan to transform car parks into 18-storey apartment towers Shoalhaven Councillor appears in court a…

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The power of voice - can the way we speak make us better teachers?: The Late, Late Show with Seema Aggarwal 1:02:26

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Teachers have a lot to manage; lessons, students, emotions. But here’s the question: do those emotions slip into the way they speak? And could changing that change everything? In this show, Seema sits down with Silke Paulmann, Executive Dean at the University of Essex to unpack the powerful link between voice, communication, and emotion in the clas…

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AI in the English Classroom: The Twilight Show with Matt Wemyss 1:00:12

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In this month's show, Matt is joined by John Dolman. With over 25 years of experience teaching English and Media, John has been diving deep into how AI can be used thoughtfully in education. They explore what AI can actually do for English teachers, what it can’t, and why it’s not about replacing the teacher but supporting the craft. Expect honest …

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Episode 155: SBS Perfect Ten 2025 V83 Northern Soul Barry Wilkinson 29:46

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Barry picks his iconic ten Northern Soul Tracks and takes us on a journey with the classics and beats from the modern rooms. A Really good listen link in comments. We are just over 3 weeks away from Cubley Soul Alldayer 29th November with Djs Mike West, Dek Jones, SBS, Steve White and from The BBC Radio Northern Soul Show John Kane. Performing on t…

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Thinking About Thinking — Metacognition in Reading: The Saturday lunch show with Famida Choudhary 54:17

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In this reflective show, Famida Choudhary and Aaron Regan explore how metacognitive strategies and Thinking Routines can transform reading comprehension. Together, they discuss how students develop awareness of what strategies work best for them, how they can transfer these approaches across contexts, and how teachers can foster a culture of reflec…

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Rejection, failure and enforcement - ft. Lisa Scomazzon, #513 46:05

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Greater Dandenong mayor rejects independent workplace culture investigation City of Ballarat admits responsibility for a million dollar failed road repair North Sydney Council proposes rate increases up to 54% after previous rejection Gold Coast Council issued enforcement order af…

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Cabinet of Curiosity - Developing a Superpower: TTR Special 1:05:30

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Another exciting one off special show for you! Nathan Gynn is joined by James Handscombe to explore all things curiosity in learning, the topic of his new book "Cabinet of Curiosity - Creating a Superpower". "Curiosity is a superpower: the more curious you are, the more questions you ask, the more answers you get, the more you know, and the more th…

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#098 Danielle Strachman: What Makes a Thiel Fellow 1:12:41

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:46) - Deep dive into the Thiel Fellowship (00:07:04) - Success stories and impact of Thiel Fellows (00:11:04) - Challenges and controversies (00:16:01) - Evolution and future of fellowship programs (00:18:39) - Early days of building the Thiel Fellowship (00:23:36) - Traits of a Thiel Fellow (00:33:24) - Nurturing …

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Jason Lindquist and Andrew Godwin: Hope Deferred 39:31

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Cullen and Mason chat with Jason Lindquist and Andrew Godwin from Hope Deferred. They chat about both of their history in the legendary metal band, Embodyment. They also chat about their new band, Hope Deferred, and they also talk about much more. Check out Hope Deferred: https://hopedeferredofficial.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thebla…

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99: Turning Soft Skills Into Power Skills W/ Andrea Wanerstrand 46:40

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Leaders often talk about “soft skills,” but as Sean Patton and leadership expert Andrea Wanerstrand reveal in this episode, those are no longer soft — they’re power skills. Andrea shares insights from nearly two decades at T-Mobile, Microsoft, and Meta, where she helped leaders shift from transactional management to truly human-centric leadership. …

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Should parents should have the right to take their children out of school during term-time?: Points of View 1:01:02

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Join the panel of Lucy Trimnell, Rae Whitehouse, Yasmin Omar and Carl Smith as they discuss this weeks speech by MP Rupert Lowe where he suggested that parents should have the right to take their children out of school during term-time for a limited number of days.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Alex Payne: TV Rugby Presenter Turned Tech Entrepreneur 36:42

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I’ve known Alex Payne for well over a decade. We worked together covering rugby at Sky Sports and have both presented Sky Sports News. But this a man who wears many hats and seems to do very well whichever one he’s sporting that moment. Alex still does ad hoc rugby presenting on TV - most recently The Lions tour of Australia for Sky - but is arguab…

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Abdullah the Man Behind Tater Boost 40:21

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In this episode, our host sits down with Abdullah, the founder and CEO of Tater Boost, to uncover the story behind one of the most unexpected food start-up success stories. What started as a small experiment in a home kitchen turned into a fast-growing brand shaking up the snack industry. Abdullah shares the inspiration that sparked the idea for Ta…

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$3M win, costly mistake, and three strikes for controversial councillor - #512 32:00

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A $3M VCAT win for Glen Eira over the Melbourne Racing Club Battery storage push back in Baw Baw A costly infringement mistake in Yarra Ranges Aged care reforms place new obligations on councillors NSW’s most controversial councillor suspended for a third time Councils take a stan…

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Episode 154: SBS Perfect Ten 2025 Vol 82 1980s Chris Francis. 36:29

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Franny picks his top ten from the 1980s and its a belter. Not run of the mill 80s but some straight from back of sofa ! a great listen. lease Support the podcast by Simply Pressing the like button, Download the Podomatic app. Give it a share tag a freind and subscribe its free and never miss an Episode also Available on Apple podcasts Amazon Music …

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Teacher Wellbeing in Policy and Practice: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:31:28

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Darren talks about the importance of festivals and teaching their origins before moving onto the main topic of his show - Why wellbeing isn't about removing the negative but is about amplifying the positive.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Half-term reset?: The Twilight Show with Phin Adams 59:51

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We talk about if half-term is genuinely a reset.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Episode 20: Behind the Headlines with C.J. LeMaster 1:14:05

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In this episode of Behind the Mic with MAB, host Amanda Fontaine sits down with WLBT News Anchor and Investigative Reporter C.J. LeMaster. Known for his fearless pursuit of truth, C.J. has spent more than a decade uncovering corruption, exposing hidden stories, and holding the powerful accountable across Mississippi. Amanda and C.J. dive deep into …

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Fitness Pro James Golden on QPR in the 1992/93 season 34:33

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Old School Soccer Story 13 James is a good pal and a fitness professional who I hold in the highest esteem when it comes to training and health information. But that’s nothing compared to what he knows about Queens Park Rangers in the 1990s! Based in the Cotswolds now James was a West London lad who remembers all the swashbuckling players who lifte…

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Walkout, countback take 2, and busker shock - ft. Fabian Dattner, #511 42:24

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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A Surf Coast councillor walks out of his first meeting after a suspension Count backs and resignations continue in Victoria, as mayoral election season begins An audit reveals a $50M asset overvaluation and 'extreme risk' in Parramatta Controversial changes to busking rules in Syd…

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Episode 153: SBS Niche Favourite Five Vol 43 Ryan Kelleher 19:17

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Last One of the Niche fav Fives till mid November. Ryan from Sheffield gets his 5 mixed and he wrote.. My first Niche experience was being stood in the queue for the first time getting high from the fumes coming out of the air vents, remembering cars full of people parked across the road just chilling listening to the tunes, then walking in and see…

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Introduction to Teaching - Making Teacher Training Work: TTR Special 1:07:53

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Join us for this one off special hosted by Huma Mirza and Khanh Duc Kuttig as they explore the new book - "Introduction to Teaching: Making Teacher Training Work" Barnaby Lenon and Tracey Smith have teamed up to give new teachers a great introduction into training for their career. Combining their expertise and years of experience, together they ex…

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Writing & AI: The Late Late Show with Graham Stanley 1:00:27

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How is generative AI changing what we think of as writing? It could be said that what is happening to writing right now due to AI is a fundamental shift in the definition of the writer and the process of writing. This is characterised by significant practical benefits and profound ethical and existential anxieties.…