The Pod

The Teach Learn Grow podcast, ‘The Pod,’ ventures beyond geographical location and explores the various social, economic, and educational factors that contribute to the education gap. We also dive into issues of culture, identity and social impact. Join us as we spark conversation through storytelling to build a community built on knowledge, understanding and acceptance.

Episode 7: TLG Founders

Teach Learn Grow's founders David Sherwood and Travis Elliott, join us on this episode to chat all things TLG, where they are now and to celebrate our 10 Year Anniversary.

Episode 6: Closing the Education Gap with Rural School Principal Megan Irving

Tune in as we speak with Megan Irving, current Principal at Menzies Community School. Join us as we discuss the education gap and how we, as educators, tutors and role models, can work together to help combat the challenges rural and remote education is facing. We also explore the importance of incorporating indigenous culture for all students in the Australian Curriculum.

Episode 5: Empowering young people to succeed with Professor Cheryl Kickett-Tucker

Join us as we speak to Professor Cheryl Kickett-Tucker, research fellow at Curtin University and Director of Research and Community Development at Koya Aboriginal Corporation. We explore the implications of the Guthoo Youth Report 2018 into the experience of Aboriginal youth in the Kalgoorlie-Boulder region as well as considering the ongoing difficulties and barriers to education faced by Indigenous youth across the State.

Episode 4: Education Strategies

Join us as educators Dr Holly Miller, Josh Casey, and Dr Julie Harris reflect on their experiences in education. They share with us strategies to empower students through learning, the power of building relationships, and the importance of teaching with intention.

Episode 3: Nurturing Young Minds Through Nature Play

Denise Ansingh, 'Playful Education Officer' at Nature Play WA and winner of the National Excellence in Teaching Award, explains what it means to actively involve the natural environment in education. Enjoy anecdotes about Denise's time rurally teaching and learn practical techniques to engage children with nature.

Episode 2: Learning about the Education Gap with Ben Lewis from Dandjoo Darbalung

Ben Lewis, head of Dandjoo Darbalung, enlightens us as to some of the educational challenges facing rural and indigenous students throughout Western Australia. Enjoy stories and discussions about Ben's experience doing his part to bridge the education gap and learn from him about how to advocate and be an ally to Indigenous people.

Episode 1: An Interview with our CEO

Teach Learn Grow's Chief Executive Officer, Bridget Staude keeps us informed as to TLG's current and future plans with regards to the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.