Best St Thomas More Academy Podcasts (2025)

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#53 Newman's Kindly Light by Robert Kirkendall 38:51

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In this episode, Mr. Kirkendall shares a talk he delivered to the student body, "Newman's Kindly Light," about the personal story behind St. John Henry Newman's composition of his famous hymn, "Lead Kindly Light." On November 1st, Pope Leo XIV will declare Newman a Doctor of the Church and co-patron of Catholic education. This is an exciting time t…

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He is Still Coming, He is Still God 1:03:02

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#52 Thoughts On Being A Student Athlete (Part 1) 53:15

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Deacon Brad, Jake Noland, Kelly Jackson, and Charles McCants sit down to discuss STMA's athletics program and the many positives that can come with participating in sports for student athletes.By St. Thomas More Academy

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God of the Wind 54:25

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Embracing AI in Education with GEMS Winchester 36:36

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Summary This conversation explores the integration of AI in education, focusing on how a school has embraced AI technology to enhance learning outcomes. The discussion covers the importance of building a shared vision among stakeholders, the challenges of risk assessment and data privacy, and the cultural shift required to embrace AI. The speakers …

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Playing it Safe 48:24

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#51 Good Outcomes 47:55

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Deacon Brad, Kelly Jackson, and Charles McCants discuss some of the good outcomes we are seeing at STMA, and on an ongoing basis.By St. Thomas More Academy

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When Life is Lifing 51:33

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Matthew Pullen: Purposeful Technology and AI Deployment in Education 22:14

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Summary This episode features Matthew Pullen from Jamf, who talks about what thoughtful integration of technology and AI looks like in educational settings. Drawing from his experience working in the education division of a company that serves more than 40,000 schools globally, Mat has seen numerous use cases. He distinguishes between the purposefu…

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They Are Not Who You Think They Are 47:51

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#50 Aligning with Standards 34:09

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Following on last week's episode, this week Deacon Brad, Mrs. Jackson, and Mr. McCants talk about aligning with standards, and specifically how "Formation Notices" are a piece of the work we do at the school.By St. Thomas More Academy

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When Faith Gets Twisted 48:51

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#49 Holding Standards 49:53

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Dating back to ancient Greece, one definition of academy is an institute that holds and maintains standards. This is certainly a core principle of STMA and its founder/chairman, Mr. Robert Luddy. The challenge, as they say, is that your standards are what you allow and tolerate, and far too many schools have significantly lowered standards over rec…

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Matthew King: Creating a Culture of AI Literacy Through Conversation at Brentwood School 24:58

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Summary: Many schools begin their AI journey by formulating AI policies. However, Matthew King, Director of Innovative Learning at Brentwood School, reveals their preference for establishing guiding principles over rigid policies considering AI’s rapidly evolving nature. Matt shares his approach to fostering dialogue with diverse school stakeholder…

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What Do I Have to Lose 47:00

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#48 Developing the Necessary Skill of Anticipation In Young People 55:33

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One of the unique and vital skills for successful people in all walks of life is the ability to anticipate. Unfortunately, it is a trait that is less and less common in young people today. Much of this stems from how the majority of schools educate children, but also how parents are raising their children. From math and science, to literature and p…

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If You Only Knew What I Have Been Through 53:21

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#47 Discerning Fit for Families and Students 1:17:16

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Deacon Brad, Kelly Jackson, and Charles McCants discuss the types of families and students who see the best outcomes from the formation that STMA offers, as well as those families/students who may not find the school to be the best fit.By St. Thomas More Academy

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Alex More: Preserving Humanity in an AI-Enhanced Education 25:44

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Summary: Alex was genuinely fascinated when reviewing transcripts from his research interviews and noticed that students consistently referred to AI as "they," while adults, including teachers, used "it." This small but meaningful linguistic difference revealed a fundamental variation in how different generations perceive artificial intelligence. A…

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#46 Best School? 40:46

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After a year hiatus, the STMA Podcast is back and will (pray God) be much more consistent this year. In this episode, Deacon Brad Watkins, Dr. Jake Noland, Mr. Charles McCants, and Mrs. Kelly Jackson, think through how people could objectively discern "the best school" and make the argument that STMA is that school. Perhaps not the best school for …

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You Cannot Do That Here 52:50

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Something is Not Quite Right 53:39

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If the Foundations Are Destroyed 55:40

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Trying to Unknow What You Know 53:16

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From Peril to Promise 1:01:50

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What To Do When Time is Running Out 52:36

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Jesus Take the Wheel 53:41

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Pressured to Be KIng 51:15

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Daily Bread 1:01:47

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Dave Leonard, Steve Lancaster: Approaching AI with cautious optimism at Watergrove Trust 26:34

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Summary This podcast episode was recorded during the Watergrove Trust AI professional development workshop, delivered by Good Future Foundation and Educate Ventures. Dave Leonard, the Strategic IT Director, and Steve Lancaster, a member of their AI Steering Group, shared how they led the Trust's exploration and discussion of AI with a thoughtful, c…

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Man of the House 48:12

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I Don't Know How He Does It 49:35

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Thomas Sparrow: Navigating AI and the Disinformation Landscape 33:25

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Summary This episode features Thomas Sparrow, a correspondent and fact checker, who helps us differentiate misinformation and disinformation, and understand the evolving landscape of information dissemination, particularly through social media and the challenges posed by generative AI. He is also very passionate about equipping teachers and student…

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In Case You Get Beside Yourself 59:12

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Bukky Yusuf: Responsible technology integration in educational settings 28:45

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Summary With her extensive teaching experience in both mainstream and special schools, Bukky Yusuf shares how purposeful and strategic use of technology can unlock learning opportunities for students. She also equally emphasises the ethical dimensions of AI adoption, raising important concerns about data representation, societal inequalities, and t…

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It's Your Move 42:57

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Anonymous Protector 45:42

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Dr. Lulu Shi: A Sociological Lens on Educational Technology 25:03

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Summary In this enlightening episode, Dr Lulu Shi from the University of Oxford, shares technology’s role in education and society through a sociological lens. She examines how edtech companies shape learning environments and policy, while challenging the notion that technological progress is predetermined. Instead, Dr. Shi argues that our collecti…

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Problems in the Neighborhood 51:08

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Trying to Find My Way 48:38

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AI Implementation at Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy 19:15

6M ago19:15

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In this podcast episode, Daniel, George, and Ricky discuss the integration of AI and technology in education, particularly at Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy. They explore the local context of the school, the impact of technology on teaching and learning, and how AI is being utilised to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. The conver…

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Hope in an Unexpected Place 58:32

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He is Not Who You Think He is 43:53

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In Case You Get Amnesia 53:35

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Becci Peters and Ben Davies: AI Teaching Support from Computing at School 35:20

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In this episode, Becci Peters and Ben Davies discuss their work with Computing at School (CAS), an initiative backed by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, which boasts 27,000 dedicated members who support computing teachers. Through their efforts with CAS, they've noticed that many teachers still feel uncomfortable about AI technology, and many s…

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The Secret to My Survival 50:01

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Now What? 50:55

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Student Council: Students Perspective on AI and the Future of Learning 28:06

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Summary When generative AI first appeared on the scene, many educators had concerns about how students might misuse this technology. A lot of discussions focused on plagiarism. However, after hearing from the Good Future Foundation Student Council, you might be pleasantly surprised to discover that some students are actually much more critical and …