Are You Convinced?
25 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat happens when two experts with very different views go head-to-head over the key issues surrounding young people today? Tension!? - disbelief!? - - The “dynamic duo” are back! Joining forces to shine a light on a wide range of topics impacting children and young people.
Each episode the duo will take turns to persuade each other to see an issue in an entirely new way. They will bring guests in to bolster or judge their position and at the end of the debate, they will ask that all important question… “Are You Convinced?”
Ndidi Okezie (CEO of UK Youth) and Laura McInerney ( Co-founder of Teacher Tapp) are back in the hot seats! The pair are known to disagree in the most entertaining of ways.
Get ready for a fun ride. Subscribe today and join in. We know you’ll be hooked from the start.
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Episodes
Is professional burnout inevitable?
June 09, 2022 00:00 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MB*Content warning: contains discussion of self-harm and suicide.* Please call the Samaritans on 116 123 or contact [email protected] if you are in distress or need help with any of the issues discussed. Is professional burnout inevitable? Ndidi doesn't think it is but Laura thinks it is inevitable for some people. This weeks guests are Samuel Kasumu, a former Special Advisor to Prime Minister Boris Johnson where he held the Civil Society and Communities brief and career and burnout coac...
Do schools deserve an extra £15billion?
May 26, 2022 00:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBDo schools deserve an extra £15billion? Laura thinks that other people deserve it more and for once, Ndidi pretty much agrees! This weeks guests are Former head of the Education Endowment Foundation and former Covid Education Recovery Commissioner, Kevan Collins and senior adviser to Ark schools and a senior fellow at the Institute for Government, Sam Freedman. The group discuss what other services could benefit from the money, how schools could spend the money and the urgency of protec...
Is university worth it?
May 12, 2022 00:00 - 44 minutes - 60.4 MBIs univeristy worth it? Ndidi thinks it's an important key to unlocking a bright future but Laura isn't sure on the financial balance around it This week's guests are Shakira Martin, Head of Student Experience at Rose Bruford College and David Gallagher, Chief Executive Officer at NCFE The group discuss what a degree represents, whether univeristy is important for life skills and the value of university alternatives Like educational podcasts? You’re bound to learn something new on ever...
Have GCSEs had their day?
April 28, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBHave GCSEs had their day? Laura thinks they can't be the be all and end all, Ndidi agrees but isn't sure there's a better alternative. This weeks guests are Daisy Christodoulou, Director of Education at No More Marking and Tom Sherrington, Education Consultant and author. The group discuss whether more or less of the curriculum should be assessed, the purpose of GCSEs and what those alternatives could be. Like educational podcasts? You’re bound to learn something new on every episode of #...
Should young people have the day off school to attend protests?
April 14, 2022 06:46 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBShould young people have the day off school to attend protests? Laura thinks so but Ndidi isn't sold on the logistics of it. This weeks guests are chief operating officer of the school student-led activist organisation Burst the Bubble UK, Eli Sassoon and founder & CMO of Thred Media, Jenk Oz. The group discuss how to encourage activism in the classsroom, whether one day makes a difference and how activist organisations could be more considerate towards young people. Like educational podca...
Season Recap
July 07, 2021 00:00 - 4 minutes - 6.71 MBLaura and Ndidi share highlights and audience reactions to the season. A special thank you to everyone that has taken the time to engage, tweet, rate and review us. We’ve seen all your comments and we’re excited that you love the show as much as we love making it.
Youth workers can support young people at risk of violence better than teachers!
June 23, 2021 00:00 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBCan youth workers support young people at risk of violence better than teachers? Surprisingly, Laura thinks so, and Ndidi has always been behind a joined-up approach between schools and youth centres to tackle this ever-difficult issue. But how can we get tangible results that support young people in this situation? We have some impressive guests to help answer that question – our first guest is Leroy Logan MBE, Author and former Superintendent in the MET Police. He is also a former ch...
Teachers and youth workers should be trained together.
June 09, 2021 00:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBNdidi worked in the formal Education sector for a number of years; first as a teacher, then at Education charity Teach First before moving on to Pearson. But it’s only since she began working in the youth sector, as CEO for UK Youth, that she realised the wealth of expertise outside of the formal education bubble. She thinks teachers and youth workers should be trained together. We are joined by Reuben Moore, Executive Director for Programme Development, Teach First, and David McQueen,...
We need consent to be taught in schools!
May 26, 2021 00:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBFrom September 2020 all schools across England were mandated to teach sex and relationship education including the very important topic of consent. However, there are many things that are supposed to be on the curriculum that aren’t. Laura puts forward her proposition that consent should be taught in schools, in conjunction with police to highlight the legal aspects young people need to know. Ndidi disagrees… We are joined by Bradley O’Donoghue, a Volunteers Coordinator and Facilitator...
We need to stop talking about race!
May 12, 2021 00:00 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBNdidi is exhausted that race is still framed as a topic of debate. She wants to stop talking about race, and focus on lived experiences of people from Black, Asian, and ethnic minorities to better understand and improve experiences for young people and adults. We are joined by Jon Cornejo who is an anti-racism consultant, as well as an organiser at Charity So White. Amjad Ali is our second guest – the Co-Founder of BAMEed, a movement initiated in response to the continual call for intersec...
We still don't know how to address youth mental health issues!
April 28, 2021 00:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MB*Content warning: discussion of self-harm, suicide and other mental illness.* Please call the Samaritans on 116 123 or contact [email protected] if you are in distress or need help with any of the issues discussed. Even before coronavirus hit, many young people were struggling with their mental health. But do we know how to address youth mental health issues? Laura questions what we need to focus on when it comes to a spectrum of mental health struggles for young people. He...
We need a cross sector recovery strategy to secure young people’s futures.
April 14, 2021 02:52 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBIn a post-pandemic environment, will a cross-sector strategy secure young people’s futures? Ndidi tries to convince Laura that this is vital, but Laura thinks otherwise. With special guests Anne Longfield, former Children’s Commissioner of England, and Jonathan Simons, Director at Public First and Head of The Education Strategy along for the ride, get ready for disagreement, persuasion, and being encouraged to step away from your siloes and join cross-sector forces! This week’s #AskYouth...
Launch Trailer - Coming Soon
March 31, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 1.78 MBNdidi Okezie (CEO of UK Youth) and Laura McInerney (Co-Founder of Teacher Tapp) are back. Joining forces to shine a light on a wider range of topics impacting children and young people. Each episode our duo will take turns to persuade each other to see an issue in an entirely new way. They will bring guests in to bolster or judge their position and at the end of their time, they will ask that all important question…“Are You Convinced?” Subscribe to not miss an episode. You'll be happy yo...
Season 1 Recap: Hear why everyone is raving about this new Education debate podcast!
June 30, 2019 13:12 - 3 minutes - 5.11 MBSeason 1 is officially wrapped and we’re so overwhelmed by the wonderful feedback the show has received. Listen here as Laura and Ndidi share highlights and audience reactions to the season. A special thank you to everyone that has taken the time to engage, tweet, rate and review us. We’ve seen all your comments and we’re excited that you love the show as much as we love making it. Socials: Laura McInerney Ndidi Okezie Go With Me On This Credits: “Go With Me On This..." is ...
GWMOT- Stopping Knife Crime: Ndidi thinks that Schools cannot be expected to solve Knife Crime.
May 27, 2019 03:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBPlease Note: This episode is from our previous series called Go With Me On This The final episode of our pilot series is on the difficult and often taboo topic of Knife Crime. In this emotional episode, Ndidi argues that ’Schools cannot be expected to solve knife crime', whilst Laura passionately seeks to convince her otherwise. This episode throws up a few surprises for both Ndidi and Laura as they try to change each other’s minds. Which side of their fiery debate will you come down o...
Stopping Knife Crime: Ndidi thinks that Schools cannot be expected to solve Knife Crime.
May 27, 2019 03:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBThe final episode of our pilot series is on the difficult and often taboo topic of Knife Crime. In this emotional episode, Ndidi argues that ’Schools cannot be expected to solve knife crime', whilst Laura passionately seeks to convince her otherwise. This episode throws up a few surprises for both Ndidi and Laura as they try to change each other’s minds. Which side of their fiery debate will you come down on? This episode is not to be missed. Listen and then tell us what you think on Twitter...
GWMOT- Careers Education: Laura thinks that Careers education is not a good use of school’s time.
May 13, 2019 03:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBPlease Note: This episode is from our previous series called Go With Me On This In this episode it’s Laura’s turn to take the stand and defend what some see as unthinkable. In this heated conversation Laura believes that there are other ways to prepare children for the world of work than careers education, and that there are better ways to use the school's time. It’s a tough task, but Laura can be very persuasive, so will she be able to convince Ndidi and this episode’s guest to go wit...
Careers Education: Laura thinks that Careers education is not a good use of school’s time.
May 13, 2019 03:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBIn this episode it’s Laura’s turn to take the stand and defend what some see as unthinkable. In this heated conversation Laura believes that there are other ways to prepare children for the world of work than careers education, and that there are better ways to use the school's time. It’s a tough task, but Laura can be very persuasive, so will she be able to convince Ndidi and this episode’s guest to go with her on this? And will she be able to convince you? Listen to the episode and tell us...
GWMOT- The Brand of Teaching: The Mainstream media are the biggest influence on the brand of teaching.
April 29, 2019 03:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBPlease Note: This episode is from our previous series called Go With Me On This In this episode, Ndidi argues that the mainstream media are the biggest influence on the brand of teaching. Is Ndidi’s ‘brand’ of debate going to swing Laura and guests around to her way of thinking? And will she be able to convince you? Listen to the episode and tell us on Twitter. This week’s guest experts are Lord Jim Knight, Chief Education Adviser at Tes, member of Lords and founder of Xrapid, and Han...
The Brand of Teaching: The Mainstream media are the biggest influence on the brand of teaching.
April 29, 2019 03:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBIn this episode, Ndidi argues that the mainstream media are the biggest influence on the brand of teaching. Is Ndidi’s ‘brand’ of debate going to swing Laura and guests around to her way of thinking? And will she be able to convince you? Listen to the episode and tell us on Twitter. This week’s guest experts are Lord Jim Knight, Chief Education Adviser at Tes, member of Lords and founder of Xrapid, and Hannah Wilson, Executive Head Teacher of Aureus High School and Aureus Primary School...
Parental Engagement: Parents should leave the educating of their child to the school.
April 15, 2019 03:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBIn this episode, Laura argues that parents should leave the educating of their child to the school. Is she going to be able to sway Ndidi and guests around to her way of thinking? Will she be able to convince you? This week’s guest experts are Mark Lehain, Head of Parents and Teachers for Excellence, and Sonia Meggie, award winning diversity consultant and founder of Inspirational YOU. Social: Sonia Meggie Mark Lehain Ndidi Okezie Laura McInerney Go With Me On This Credit...
GWMOT- Parental Engagement: Parents should leave the educating of their child to the school.
April 15, 2019 03:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBPlease Note: This episode is from our previous series called Go With Me On This In this episode, Laura argues that parents should leave the educating of their child to the school. Is she going to be able to sway Ndidi and guests around to her way of thinking? Will she be able to convince you? This week’s guest experts are Mark Lehain, Head of Parents and Teachers for Excellence, and Sonia Meggie, award winning diversity consultant and founder of Inspirational YOU. Social: Sonia...
GWMOT- Knowledge vs Skills: Laura thinks knowledge should be the single biggest priority in a school's curriculum!
April 01, 2019 03:00 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBPlease Note: This episode is from our previous series called Go With Me On This In this episode, Laura argues that knowledge should be the single biggest priority in a school's curriculum. But she faces strong opposition to this idea from Ndidi and guests Oli de Botton, Headteacher and co-founder of School 21, and Lewis Iwu, co-founder of Purpose Union and author of the book 'Words That Win’. Listen and join the debate, to see whether you would be willing to... “Go With Me On This."
Knowledge vs Skills: Laura thinks knowledge should be the single biggest priority in a school's curriculum!
April 01, 2019 03:00 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBIn this episode, Laura argues that knowledge should be the single biggest priority in a school's curriculum. But she faces strong opposition to this idea from Ndidi and guests Oli de Botton, Headteacher and co-founder of School 21, and Lewis Iwu, co-founder of Purpose Union and author of the book 'Words That Win’. Listen and join the debate, to see whether you would be willing to... “Go With Me On This."
Coming Soon!
February 27, 2019 19:16 - 55 seconds - 1.28 MBHosts Ndidi Okezie and Laura McInerney discuss and debate different views about Education, in an effort to shed new insights on the topics and issues that surround our education system today. Each episode, Ndidi or Laura will have 30 minutes to convince the other that an idea about education is not as crazy as it may first appear. They’ll make a case for their view and invite you the listeners and our special guest experts to …”Go With Me On This…”