Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast
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Show 222 - Ready To Pass
April 24, 2024 20:01 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this shorter than normal show we find out about the Ready To Pass Campaign, get an update on waiting times and hear about planned ADINJC gatherings in the form of the convention, the conference and the 10 minute take away sessions. Ready To Pass Capaign Ready To Pass Bundle Bad Habits Waiting Times - Recovery Measures ADINJC Convention 10 Minute Take Aways Lane Hogging P Plates
Show 221 - Hypnotherapy
April 10, 2024 16:32 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBShow 221 Hypnotherapy Show recorded on 10/4/24 83 minutes In which we are joined by Hypnotherapist and ADI Alison Edwards and talk of how we can help our students with their anxieties and nerves. Also we respond to some correspondence regarding motorway lessons and Dutch roundabouts. Introductions Motorway Lessons Dutch Roundabouts Mind Works Hypnotherapy Helping Learners Our guest in the Studio Alison Edwards You can contact Alison on: 079005811...
Show 220 - Passless Problems
February 15, 2024 12:13 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBShow recorded on 24/1/24 52 minutes In which we continue our look at the common problems pupils have on their driving test. Moving Off Safely Poor Positioning Responce To Markings Double White Lines Links DVSA’s top 10 faults made during the driving test webinar ADINJC Scottish Conference
Show 219 - Udate Your CPD
January 25, 2024 16:59 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBShow recorded on 24/1/24 60 minutes In which we take a look at the test centre pass rates and look at updating your CPD Clever Cameras Update Your CPD Pass Rates ADINJC Scottish Conference Links ADINJC Scottish Conference You can download a template to record any CPD you have done. DVSA’s mock test webinar from June 2023 DVSA’s top 10 faults made during the driving test webinar Ordering Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors ...
Show 218 - Fleecing Learners
November 30, 2023 21:57 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBShow recorded on 27/11/23 78 minutes In which we show some displeasure at the DVSA in their response to concerns highlighted about the selling on of driving tests Booking Farce Fleecing Learners Top 10 Test Fails Steering Junctions Turning Right Responding To Traffic Lights Reverse Parking Links Top 10 Test Fails (DVSA Site) The Stationary Office Download the mp3 of this show HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar) ...
Show 217 - Expo Reflection
November 01, 2023 21:38 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBShow recorded on 27/10/23 106 minutes In which we take a look back at a very successful Expo and Conference with some excellent interviews with stall holders and presenters. Speed Indication Virtual Reality THE Stationary Office Visual Scanning Examiner Recruitment Airport Fire Horse Society Independent Driving Lights Down For POR Richard Borges Wrap Up Car Brake Demo Bots of Problems Links The Stationary Office
Show 216 - Tacking Waiting Times
October 09, 2023 21:23 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBShow recorded on 3/10/23 73 minutes In which we take a look at how the DVSA are looking to get on top of the waiting times for driving tests, as well as some of the prime reasons pupils fail their test. Swapping To Electic Tackling Wait Times Rouge ADIs Test Fails Obs At Junctions Mirrors Changing Direction Move Off Safely Steering Faults Emergency Controlled Stop 20 MPH Links Download the mp3 HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file ...
Show 215 - Expo and Conference 2023
October 03, 2023 16:12 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBShow recorded on 3/10/23 24 minutes In which we take speak to Richard Borges about the Conference and Expo for driving instructors that is coming up this weekend Links National Conference and Expo '23 Download the mp3 HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar)
Show 214 - 214 Again!!
August 31, 2023 19:44 - 1 hour - 98.2 MBIn which we take a look at EV particulates and efficiencies and also take a look at the results from the 2023 DVSA Survey Botts, Boffins and Bookings EV Break Systems More Electric Vehicles Survey Results Intro Teaching Checks CPD Legislation Work Capacity and Hours Fuel Types Effects on Lessons and Tests Pupil Preparation Instructor Satisfaction Tools For The Job DVSA Support CPD Health and Caring Links RAC Article re-EV Particulates 2023 Survey ...
Show 213 - Working Hours
July 18, 2023 21:01 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBShow recorded on 18/07/23 68 minutes In which we answer some correspondence regarding hours and look at the bot problems and how the DVSA are tackeling it amongst many other things! Working Hours Profession Profits Midnight Text Closed Survey Learner Ages Test Booking Problems Data & 3rd Party Services Data Protection Dr Lisa Dorn Zoom Meeting Mentoring Links Batteries Not Included (Amusing EV Video!) Show 106 with Dr Lisa Dorn Spring Conferen...
Show 212 - Mock Test Research
July 13, 2023 06:53 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBShow recorded on 20/6/23 (released 13/07/23) 40 minutes In this show we take a look at some research done on the use of Mock Tests performed by driving instructors Mock Test Research Mock Tests Reading Traffic Mock Business The Honesst Truth App Launch American Accents NJC Events Links The Honest Truth App Launch Spring Conference and Expo '23 Download the mp3 HERE! To download, right click and choose "save file as" (or similar) CPD Notes ...
Show 211 - ADI Survey
June 28, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBShow recorded on 20/6/23 101 minutes In this show we run through the DVSA survey that ADIs have been asked to reply to. You can find a link below to the survey itself.. Phonics Personal Inft Lesson Prices Affected Work Student Numbers Remembering Names Your Learners Code Of Practice Your Future National Standards Test Centre Relationship CPD Health and Wellbeing Finally! Round Up Following Through Links ADI ...
Show 210 - Keep On Truckin'
June 03, 2023 21:39 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBKeep On Truckin' Show recorded on 16/5/23 36 minutes Second show recorded after tea and cake! Where we bring discussion on; Car Lights Longer Lorries Wing Mirror Scam Dash Cam Evidence DRB Checks Links Spring Conference and Expo '23
Show 209 - More Correspondence
May 26, 2023 08:59 - 50 minutes - 46 MBShow recorded on 18/4/23 50 minutes Where we spend the whole show going through your correspondence with some very interesting comments and dissucusion. Speaking Slow Standards Check Passing Too Many Rates Record Cards Seasonal Experience Coaching Culture Raising Passrates Standards Check Reprise Links Spring Conference and Expo '23 Making it easier to manage your driving test bookings
Show 208 - The President
April 22, 2023 12:26 - 1 hour - 71 MBShow recorded on 18/4/23 77 minutes With our special guest Lynne Barrie - president of the ADINJC. Emergency Alarm Car Choices Test Cancelations In Car Screens Standards Check Triggers 28 Day and 10 Day changes Mock Tests Student Records Scam Pupils A Listening DVSA Info On Instructors Links Spring Conference and Expo '23 ADINJC
Show 207 - Honoury Members
March 26, 2023 18:28 - 1 hour - 60 MBShow recorded on 17/3/23 65 minutes In which we answer some correspondence take a look at the highway code and look at pedestians and priorities. Mock Tests Highway Code App Pedestrians and Priorities Blue Light Training Part 3 Failures Pass Mark Increase New Highway Code ADINJC Meeting and AGM Honoury Members Conference and Exp In Car Screens and Rules 149 & 150 Links Spring Conference and Expo '23 Making it easier to manage your driving test bookings
Show 206 - A Flexible Approach
March 11, 2023 13:08 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBShow recorded on 21/2/23 53 minutes In which we look through a number of topics with some very good information coming out of DVSA. Flexible Locations Test Capacity No Shows Gear Selectio Coasting Top Box Removal Trailer Towing Survey Teaching Towing Lovedy Blog Autonomous Vehicles Links Spring Conference and Expo '23 Making it easier to manage your driving test bookings The new Driver Services Platform Ready To Pass Toolking for ADIs
Show 205 - Self Driving
February 28, 2023 21:01 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBShow recorded on 21/2/23 53 minutes In which we look through a number of topics with some very good information coming out of DVSA. Updated Theory Test Kit Self Driving Electric Charg Test Ready Body Cam' Inappropriate Behaviour Easier Change Of and Swapping Of Test Bookings ADINJC - AGM Expo South '23 Links Spring Conference and Expo '23 Making it easier to manage your driving test bookings The new Driver Services Platform Ready To Pass Toolking for ADIs
Show 204 - MOTs
February 13, 2023 21:15 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBShow recorded on 24/1/23 - aired 13/2/23 19 minutes A short show following on and recorded the same day as show 203. In this one, amongst other things, we find out about the history of the MOT. MOT ADINJC 50th Conference/Expo South NJC Payments Links Spring Conference and Expo '23 ADINJC Training and Development courses
Show 203 - Verbal Action
January 28, 2023 08:38 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBShow recorded on 24/1/23 63 minutes In which we spend most of the show responding to some correspodence. Modern Cars Theory Knowledge Correspondence The Isle of Triee Pass Rates Verbal Action 1.67 Million Tests Sunglasses Online Booking Service Examiner Strike Ordit Restart MBE for Mike
Show 202 - Surveys and Data
November 30, 2022 22:51 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBShow recorded on 30/11/22 74 minutes In which we study some statistics and surveys and try to extrapolate their meaning! Pass Rates Strike 1st Attempts The Isle of Triee Personal Data Seatbelt Tax Iced Resigning and Retiring ADI NJC Courses Expo'Spring 23 Coaching Effects DVSA New Address Digital Theory & Part 3 Test 20mph Effects Links Email for your personal data Spring Conference 2023
Show 201 - Family and Friends
November 01, 2022 12:53 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBShow recorded 26/10/22 78 minutes In this show we mull over many subjects covering aspects of the standards check, learner practice and the upcoming Big Learner Relay. Family and Friends Missing Gears Learner Practice Seat Belt Camera SUV Weights Insurance After Test Interior Mirror First Crossing Hands Mirrors in Pairs Standards Check Changing Goals Big Learner Relay NJC Courses Links The BIG Learner Relay
Show 200 - Anniversary
September 15, 2022 18:35 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBShow recorded 15/9/22 68 minutes In this show we celebrate our 200th show on our 13th birthday. We chat to some regulars on the podcast and still manage to bring in some new information. Lynne Barrie Rob Cooling Richard Borges Correspondence Famous Names Links Book Conference
Show 199 - Meet Oncoming
August 24, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBShow recorded 17/8/22 63 minutes In this show we go through some correspondence touching on EVs, mobile phone use by ADIs and meeting oncoming traffic. Driving Trucks and Coaches EV Feedback Charging Prices Collisions Cyclists Meet Oncoming Mobile Use by ADIs Experience
Show 198 - Mock Tests and Aggression
August 01, 2022 16:48 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBShow recorded 20/7/22 - Released 3/8/22 88 minutes In this second show with DVSA representative Assistant Chief Driving Examiner Graham O'Brien, we go in deep on conducting mock tests. We also cover other subjects including Standards Checks, Mirrors in pairs and aggression. Mock Test Marking Sheet Examples Client Centred Mock Test Methods Rules and Tools of Assessment Webinars Mirrors In Pairs? Aggression Body Cam' Trial Have I Failed? Drive Offs Eye Sight Tests ...
Show 197 - DVSA Update
July 21, 2022 18:53 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBShow recorded 20/7/22 70 minutes In the first of two shows, we are joined by DVSA Assistant Chief Driving Examier Graham O'Brien. We speak over many issues and in this show we look at upcoming new technologies in cars and what happened to the DVSA center at Cardington. Graham Introduction Cruise Control Auto Speed Limiter Hill Assist Lane Assist ALKS Cardington Test Waiting Times Test Standards Examiner Campaigns The Toy Road System Becoming An Examiner Download ...
Show 196 - Teaching Pedestrians
June 25, 2022 14:56 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBAmongst other things, in this show we look at some issues raised in relation to the recent changes in the Highway Code and find out about some of the ways examiners help our pupils. Left Turn At Roundabouts Rule 170 Junctions Loitering Bollards Pedestrian Priority Examiners Hints Falling Bikes Judging Spaces Historic Traffic Dress Code Links Highway Code Rules as discussed
Show 195 - Booking Changes
June 16, 2022 21:13 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBShow recorded 16/6/22 70 minutes In this show we look at some issues raised at the recent NJC association meeting and take a look at how the DVSA are working to beat the bots that book and drain the booking service of test slots. Fuel Crisis and the NJC NJC Local Association Meeting Future Expo Eye Sight Test Disability Driving KSI Figures School Vehicle Restrictions Road Pricing Moving Traffic Offences Emergency Vehicles DVSA Booking Changes Short Notice Cancellati...
Show 194 - Expo South Report
May 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBShow recorded 28/5/22 60 minutes In this show we get some feedback on the recent Expo South Instructors Gathering at Kempston Park Racecourse, and we look at Reverse Bay Parking in our 'How Do You Do That' section. Expo South Virtual Reality Presentations NJC Training Mock Tests NJC Assessment Meeting How Do You Do That? Reverse Bay Park Three Elements Angles Reverse Sensors Construction and Use Regulation 106 Interviews - Niel Peak Tim DVSA Books Ray Seagrave ...
Show 193 - Eco Friendly ADI
May 13, 2022 08:13 - 34 minutes - 32 MBShow recorded 29/4/22 released 13/5/22 35 minutes In this show we mull over eco friendly driving, find out about some planned test centre closures and throw out some thoughts about autonomous cars. Standards Check With X ADI Part 2 PDI Eco Friendly Lost Driving Tests Closing Test Centres Autonomous Nonesense Links
Show 192 - Herts Ability
May 04, 2022 12:44 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBShow recorded 29/4/22 released 4/5/22 63 minutes In this show we talk to James Hinkins from Herts Ability and learn about what is involved in teaching pupils with various disabilities. Herts Ability open day - 28/6/22 at: Weltech Centre Welwyn Garden City AL7 2AA Email: [email protected] About Herts Ability Referrals Assessments Working With Clients Scary Situations Literal Interpretations Herts Ability Expansion Rates ADI Open Day Taking Bookings Usin...
Show 191 - Fuelling Your Prices
April 05, 2022 14:29 - 26 minutes - 24 MBShow recorded 18/3/22 released 5/4/22 26 minutes A short show where we catch up on things that we didn't have time for in the previous show!! Conference & Expo South '22 Tests Normalised NJC Chairman's message Fuel and Lesson Prices Links Conference & Expo South Booking
Show 190 - Conference & Expo '22
March 21, 2022 12:36 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBShow recorded 18/3/22 68 minutes In which we chat with Richar Borges from Intelligent Instructor about the upcoming Conference and Expo South. Petrol Prices Conference & Expo South '22 Promotion Outdoor Activities Auto Lessons Local Drivers Road Density Parallel Parking Fun 8 Track Links Conference & Expo Booking
Show 189 - New Code`
February 25, 2022 09:06 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBShow recorded 16/2/22 108 minutes In which we take a close look at the latest changes to the highway code and how we teach it. The Code - Junctions Traffic Speeds Cyclists Horses Relevant Speed Use Of Video The Test 10 and 28 Day Rule Eyesight Tests Out Of Hours Tests Cycle Stop Lines Links A Look Inside the New Highway Code Highway Code Changes
Show 188 - Hierarchy On The Road
January 22, 2022 12:41 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBShow recorded 19/1/22 94 minutes In which we take a deep dive into the upcoming law changes relating to the Highway code, and we also re-introduce our 'How Do You Teach That' feature and we look at Parking On The Right. H1 - H2 & H3 Lorrys Turning Deaf Packs KSI Stats Back On The Road Instruction Standards Covid Effects Test Centre Closures Road Users and Learners Park On The Right Phone Use In Car Links Highway Code Changes
Show 187 - Cool In Electric
December 16, 2021 08:53 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBShow recorded 13/12/21 68 minutes In this show we talk with Rob Cooling and expel some myths about electric cars. Presentations Transition To Electric Sound Generators Charging Lesson Fees & Hours Life and Reliability Manufacturing Costs Correspondence Bizarre Questions Running On Empty Facemasks
Show 186 - Expo Reflection
November 06, 2021 15:19 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBShow recorded 27/10/21 - released 6/11/21 90 minutes In this show we look back at the recent Expo and Conference held at the heart of England showground and listen to some interesting chats with some of the participants. Auto or Manual? Buy or Lease? Expo 21 Leister Fire Service V.R. Vehicle Speed of Sight Queen Elizabeth Foundation Radio In The Car Examiners Help Electric Thoughts Vapour Trails SADDSA Meeting Test Bots Links Queen Elizabeth Foundation
Show 185 - Trigger Tests
September 27, 2021 10:32 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBShow recorded 22/9/21 - released 27/9/21 82 minutes In this show we get an update on the upcoming Expo and Conference on the 10th Oct' (book your place now!). We also discuss in some depth the change to the trigger system for standards checks. Expo Update Local Events CPD 55% Trigger Continuous Faults Badge In The Window Logging Faults Cardington Test Standard Links Book Expo Tickets Expo and Conference Venue: Heart of England Conference & Events Centre Address: M...
Show 184 - Perspective From New Zealand
September 07, 2021 07:01 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBShow recorded 18/8/21 - released 7/9/21 62 minutes In this show we continue our discussion with Mark Revill-Johnson from New Zealand and amongst other things, we compare notes on how the driving instructor industry compares to the UK. Correspondance Move To New Zealand NZ Licence Conditions Motorbikes Code Zero Advertising Grading System Role Playing Links Code Zero App Book Expo Tickets
Show 183 - Insight To Drive
August 20, 2021 21:18 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBInsight To Drive Show recorded 18/8/21 62 minutes This recording has been devided into two shows. In this first show we have two guests on Skype. Firstly Kathy Higgins who talks to us about her new book that is about to be released (26/8/21). Also from New Zealand we speak to Mark Revill-Johnson, who we talk to in more depth in Show 184 (to be released in a couple of weeks time). An Insight To Drive New Zealand Training and Standards NZ Comparison Lesson and Fuel Prices Book S...
Show 182 - Expo '21 Brief
July 29, 2021 21:29 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBShow recorded 28/7/21 62 minutes In this show we speak to Richard Borges from Intelligent Instructor about the magazine and the upcoming Expo and Conference on October 10th. Intelligent Instructor Magazine Intelligent Instructor Plus Conference and Expo Centre Of England Booking Tickets Scalping Expo Activities DVSA Safe Driving For Life Site Invisible Car Proposed Law Change - Seat Belts Proposed Law Change - Towing Trailers Police Photo Access Links Intelligent...
Show 181 - Dipod meets The Instructor
June 25, 2021 16:42 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBShow recorded 23/6/21 80 minutes In this show we are joined by Terry Cook and we talk over a number of topics including Terry's own podcasts, The Instructor and 5 Minute Theory Introducing Terry Booking A Test Lesson Prices Attitudes To Learning To Drive Anti Social Media The 5 Minute Theory Going Metric Stopping Distance The Instructor Cycle Savvy Vehicle Modifications NJC Membership Structure
Show 180 - Bullseye
May 28, 2021 06:40 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBShow recorded 26/5/21 65 minutes In this show we cover a large number of subjects, many revolving around the practical test after the lockdown. Expo 2021 The Covid Effect Back Early Pass Rates Booking Tests Terminating Tests Booking Trolls Electric Vehicles on Test Failing Reasons Car Parks Emergency Alerts Cycling Initiative
Show 179 - It's Off To Work We Go!
April 07, 2021 14:27 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBShow recorded 7/4/21 57 minutes In todays show we are joined by Andrew Love who is on the ADINJC board as their training officer. Amongst many topics we speak about working out your business costings, electric cars and core skills. Webinars NJC Training Dyslexia Lesson Prices Business Costing Financing Electric Cars Single Pedal Demonstration Electric Costings Core Skills Green Number Plates Links Let's Instruct Academy 2021 ADI Conference and Expo CPD Notes Yo...
Show 178 - The End Is Nigh!
March 17, 2021 19:42 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBShow recorded 17/3/21 73 minutes After a bit of a break over the recent lock down period, we gather once again get together over Skype to look to the resumption of being able to get back to work once again. The end of lockdown is nigh! Booking Tests DVSA New CEO Mock Tests Correspondance MoT's Mobile Phone Use ALKS ISAT Stop the E Stop Green Number Plates Parking On The Pavement Clean Air Driving Abroard Close Proximity
Show 177 - 2030 Deadline
November 22, 2020 17:08 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBShow recorded 20/11/20 67 minutes With the government looking to the year 2030 as the final year that petrol and diesel cars can be sold new, we take a look at the future of driving instruction and when to make the jump to an electric car for teaching in. 2030 Deadline Business Planning Large Electric Vehicles Battery Life Charge Per Mile The ULEZ Charge Road Fund Licence Electric Scooters The Weather Links Help for ADIs and PDIs - go fund me Page Help for ADIs and PD...
Show 176 - 11 Years and Still Going!
October 09, 2020 20:36 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBShow recorded 9/10/20 67 minutes After 11 years on the interwebs, we cover a multitude of ADI related subjects and answer some correspondents. Online Booking 11 Years Returning Off Test Speed On Test Stopping Beyond the Stop Line Open Windows Good News On Fatalities Bad News On Fatalities Waiting Room Closures PCS Return To Work Ballet Theory Test Video Clips Update On DVSA Services Flipping Tests Air Pollution Lollipops Noise Pollution
Show 175 - Test Debacle
September 03, 2020 09:39 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBShow recorded 25/8/20 46 minutes In this show we take a look at the state of driving test and speculate on what it would be like if the DVSA was privatised. Booking Tests Test Times A Private Issue Less Traffic Price Rise First Car Pros and Cons ADINJC Cycle Lanes
Show 174 - Hi Ho, Hi Ho!
July 27, 2020 19:32 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBShow recorded 23/7/20 46 minutes In this show we look at the problems of getting back to work after the Covid-19 pandemic. Temperature Knock On Effect Petition New Business It's Off To Work We Go Masks Links Theory Extension Petition
Show 173 - The Cycle Of Life
June 30, 2020 13:30 - 1 hour - 95 MBShow recorded 25/6/20 69 minutes In this show we talk to Keir Gallagher who represents Cycle UK and we talk valnerable road users. Intro to Keir The Dutch Reach Electric Bikes Curtasy and Consideration Close Passing Rent A Bike Horse Riders Links Cycle UK Cycle UK - Video