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Frank Cottrell-Boyce, the UK Children's Laureate, is Today's first guest editor this Christmas. His programme focuses on whether we should rethink our approach to reading - and make reading to young children a public health priority.And he gets the chance to interview none other than Dolly Parton - about why she's turned to writing children's books.GET IN TOUCH: * Send us a message or a voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 4346 * Email today@bbc.co.ukBetween now and the end of the year we're bringing you extended interviews with the Today programme's Christmas guest editors, so hit subscribe on BBC Sounds to make sure you get an alert every time we release a new episode.The Today Podcast is hosted by Amol Rajan and Nick Robinson who are both presenters of BBC Radio 4's Today programme. Amol was the BBC's media editor for six years and is the former editor of the Independent, he's also the current presenter of University Challenge. Nick has presented the Today programme since 2015, he was the BBC's political editor for ten years before that and also previously worked as ITV's political editor.

Each year the Today programme gives guest editors the chance to explore the issues that matter to them. In this bonus episode one of this year's guest editors, screenwriter and UK Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce, tells Amol what he's planning for his programme. The Today Podcast is hosted by Amol Rajan and Nick Robinson who are both presenters of BBC Radio 4's Today programme. Amol was the BBC's media editor for six years and is the former editor of the Independent, he's also the current presenter of University Challenge. Nick has presented the Today programme since 2015, he was the BBC's political editor for ten years before that and also previously worked as ITV's political editor. To get Amol and Nick's take on the biggest stories and insights from behind the scenes at the UK's most influential radio news programme make sure you subscribe to The Today Podcast on BBC Sounds. That way you'll get an alert every time we release a new episode, and you won't miss our extra bonus episodes either.The senior producer is Lewis Vickers and the producer is Nadia Gyane. Research and digital production by Joe Wilkinson. The editor is Louisa Lewis. The executive producer is Owenna Griffiths. Technical production from Daniel Ehrlich.

Hero or Villain? These archetypal characters are the stock-in-trade of the fantasy genre, and so you’ll definitely enjoy this newest poetry anthology compiled by Ana Sampson, an experienced curator of poetry collections, and illustrated by the instantly recognizable pencil of Chris Riddell, multi-award-winning illustrator and former UK Children's Laureate.   Today on Mythmakers, in conversation with Julia Golding, Ana and Chris journey through history and genres, unearthing the gems. They reflect on the poems that inspired them as children, the role of compendiums in nurturing the artistic imagination, and why different approaches are often used to tell the same tale. They also explore the influence of politics on the anthology—and vice versa, and so much more. And if that wasn’t enough, Chris treats us to a live dragon sketch while several poems are read aloud—making this a truly unmissable episode!   Their book, Heroes and Villains: Poems about Legends (Macmillan), is available for purchase now. Credits for the poems read in full are: 'Nan Hardwicke Turns into a Hare' by Wendy Pratt, 'St Margaret of Antioch Speaks' by Jan Dean, 'If...' by James Carter, and 'The Dragons are Hiding' by Brian Moses.   For more information on the Oxford Centre for Fantasy, our writing courses, and to check out our awesome social media content visit: Website: https://centre4fantasy.com/website Instagram: https://centre4fantasy.com/Instagram Facebook: https://centre4fantasy.com/Facebook TikTok: https://centre4fantasy.com/tiktok   0:10 Welcome to Mythmakers 1:32 Childhood Poems That Shaped Us 5:27 The Lady of Shalott and Lockdown 10:15 The Role of Poetry Anthologies 12:05 Creating the Heroes and Villains Anthology 16:40 Exploring Heroes and Villains Through Poetry 20:2Research Gems in Poetry 36:19 Creative Tips for Aspiring Writers 39:04 Contemporary Issues in Fantasy 43:01 Collaborating with Publishers 46:56 The Intersection of Politics and Fantasy 52:46 Closing Thoughts and Inspiration

Mark is joined by screenwriter and novelist Frank Cottrell-Boyce, to discuss being the UK Children's Laureate  , His role in the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony, Working with Tony Wilson on 24 hour party people  –  and growing up in Liverpool. Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Frank on twitter @@frankcottrell_b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we delve into the captivating career of Chris P Tee, a comedy magician based in the UK. Chris is not just any magician; he's the UK Children's Entertainer of the Year and a member of the prestigious Magic Circle. We explore what sets him apart, from his meticulous attention to detail to his relatable and professional persona. Chris's e-book, "Stress-Free Magic Party," serves as a comprehensive guide for busy parents looking to host the perfect children's party. Packed with practical advice, Chris offers peace of mind and a well-orchestrated event, down to the finest details like snack boxes and camera angles. We also touch on his broader career, hinting at his work across the UK and even stage and TV appearances. Chris's authentic and humorous approach, coupled with testimonials from a diverse clientele, showcases his versatility and reliability. Moreover, Chris's e-book includes a bonus chapter, "How to Become a Real Magician," offering genuine advice and life lessons. This chapter reflects his passion for his craft and his desire to inspire others. Chris P Tee not only creates magical moments but also subtly imparts valuable lessons on hard work, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams.

Host: Jennifer Hunter, PhD, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Amanda Harrington, MD, Director, Pediatric and Young Adult Cancer Predisposition Clinic at UK Children's Hospital Dr. Amanda Harrington delves into the intricate world of genetic predispositions to cancer, shedding light on how family history and specific genetic markers can signal an increased risk of developing cancer. Through compelling stories and expert insights, she explains the importance of genetic screening and the proactive steps families can take to manage these risks. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how genetic factors influence cancer risk and what can be done to mitigate those risks. The Pediatric and Young Adult Cancer Predisposition Clinic at UK Children's Hospital serves as a beacon of hope for families navigating the complexities of cancer risk. For more information about today's topic: Cancer Predisposition Clinic Connect with the UK Markey Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

The realm of pediatric audiology is complex and evolving. We navigate the intricate landscape of audiology training within the NHS, discussing the shift from comprehensive educational programs to on-the-job training that may compromise the quality of care. As we grapple with the interplay between economic constraints and the necessity for specialized expertise, the episode sheds light on the daunting challenges the NHS faces amidst straining demand and stringent budgets.As we conclude our exploration, resilience emerges as a beacon of hope. The efforts in Scotland and England to enhance skills and implement quality assurance in audiology services are commendable, as are the strategies aimed at fostering workforce well-being. Listen to Claire's narrative of progress and positivity as we acknowledge the dedication of the audiology community to surmount systemic challenges. Their commitment is an inspiration, fuelling optimism for a future where such issues are relegated to history, and the promise of improved pediatric audiological care becomes a reality. Support the showConnect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Twitter: @hearing_mattasFacebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

In this episode, Keri Smith joins to discuss the UK decision to stop prescribing medical transition for children, thr backlash to Lady Gaga's decision to honor Dylan Mulvaney on International Women's Day, and Ben Shapiro's Social Security stance. Drink Beam! Shopbeam.com/Lauren Minds Fest: https://tickets.vulcanpresents.com/e/minds-fest/tickets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Frolich, aka Action Amanda, is an award-winning children's entertainer, early years educator, health and fitness expert, best-selling author and Government advisor.This year marks Amanda's 30th year in business as the CEO of Amanda's Action Club. From starting in a small community centre, Amanda has grown to working globally. Her impressive client list includes some well-known stars including; Brad and Angelina and The Beckhams… Peter Jones, Amanda Holden, The Beautiful South's Alison Wheeler, Take That's Mark Owen, Declan Donnelly, Sarah Beeny, Catherine Tate, Olympian Matthew Pincent… and many more…In 2020, Amanda was invited to become a UK Children's First Champion in Parliament, encouraging policymakers to put children first at the heart of all decision making. She previously worked as a children's fitness consultant on the government's Change4Life programme and was selected to run classes, events and training for Sure Start. Over the last 30 years Amanda has won multiple awards for her work, she is a number one best-selling author and iTunes number one chart topper — beating Baby Shark to the number one spot!

Kimberley Isherwood is back with an update on Public Child Protection Wales and to rally the UK in to groups to fight the Dept of Education and to protect the innocence of British Children.SUPPORT LIBERTY TACTICS. https://libertytactics.co.uk/help-support-us/Website https://libertytactics.co.uk/Kathryns Blog https://www.exposingthelie.info/PCP WALES FUND RAISER https://fundrazr.com/625M8a?ref=ab_1BYwp1Clive de Carle Products https://clivedecarle.ositracker.com/190471/11489 Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@LouCollinsTelegram https://t.me/loucollinsrs- [ ] Twitter https://twitter.com/liberty and - [ ] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LibertyTacticsPublic Child Protection Wales https://www.publicchildprotectionwales.org/

Todays conversation is with Vincent McGovern, Vincent works part time as a shared parenting campaigner. He is also Chair of Central and North London Branches of Families Need Fathers, a Shared Parenting Charity. He has had 18 inquiries and five Ombudsman (including 3 Parliamentary & Health Services Ombudsman) investigations into malpracticing children's services all ending with findings in his favour including compensation. He addressed x2 the Euro Parliament Petitions Commission and forced the first inspection of UK family law by the EU comm. The video is at vincentmcgovern.com. Those services at fault were Brent Social Services, Brent C.A.M.H.S, Solicitors Regulatory Authority , Brent Primary Care Trust, and Cafcass, the UK Children and Family Co

Tech Policy Press editor Justin Hendrix is joined by a UK lawmaker and advocate who has been influential in the global push for more protections for children online. Baroness Beeban Kidron OBE is a Crossbench member of the House of Lords and sits on the Democracy and Digital Technologies Committee, and she's a Commissioner for UNESCO's Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development, where she is a member of the Working Group on Child Online Safety. She's the Founder and Chair of 5Rights Foundation, which seeks to ensure children and young people are afforded the right to participate in the digital world “creatively, knowledgeably and fearlessly.” 5Rights played a key role in advancing the UK Children's Code, as well as the California Age Appropriate Design Code Act, passed last year. Baroness Kidron discussed the broad trajectory of efforts to address online child safety, what she thinks about the legal challenge to the California law and some of the harsher provisions of child safety laws in other parts of the country, and where she believes the fight for child digital safety is headed in the future.

Delighted to welcome prolific Children's Author & Editor Steve Cole to The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing' for his story of Distinction & Genius.With over 150 titles and book series to his name including the hugely successful UK Children's Books Top 10 list  "Astrosaurs" and also "Young Bond", as the natural successor to Charlie Higson as invited by the Ian Fleming Foundation to continue the series: "The name's Cole - Steve Cole" (see what I'm doing there?!) With lovely Oliver Postgate (Narrator of "Bagpuss" & "The Clangers") vocal tones to match.  Despite having 150 titles to his name, hear how "prevarication is still his super power!" in hitting the housework hard as deadline's approach "like Doodlebugs humming overhead!" A very enjoyable conversation indeed!More about Steve Cole:Steve Cole is a fascinating, multifaceted, deadline-driven character: a slow worker but a fast talker! The author of literally dozens of different books, who claims that “procrastination is part of the process.”He is someone who turns to Salsa to unlock his Writer's Block and plays in a 30 years' old band called ‘Faces Fall' to express another aspect of his bubbling creativity.  A self-confessed pedant who has been ‘riddled with hernias' most of his life and the occasional attack of repetitive strain injury. (Is there any psychosomatic connection there one has to wonder?)Steve Cole is someone with a lively mind and a truly encyclopaedic knowledge of Dr Who, who attributes his story-telling success to his English teacher, Mr Hall and a lot of his professional success to the Dr Who legend, Terence Dicks - who honoured him with a dedication!Also in Steve's inspirational trio is Charles M. Schultz, creator of one of the world's most popular and longest running cartoon strips - Peanuts. (Good grief, what a talent!) Marvel comics and the Incredible Hulk also come in for honourable mentions.“We are all stories in the end. Make it a good one” - these are Steve's choice of words to live by. Now he tells good stories for the Ian Fleming Foundation and entertains children in schools in interactive communication sessions. The Young Bond is now created by an old pro - if that doesn't sound too Ageist?One, two, three, one, two - over to you, maestro!Reg Starkey Editor, UK Health Triangle MagazineTune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!

World News in 7 minutes. Tuesday 21st February 2023.Support us and read the transcripts at send7.org/transcriptsToday: Biden Ukraine visit. UK children's hospital claims. Turkiye earthquake. Japan age of consent. Brazil earthquake. US train accident clinics. Tunisia leader summoned. Mauritius cyclone. New York Godzilla.With Namitha Ragunath.Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.Contact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7If you enjoy the podcast please help to support us at send7.org/supportSEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) tells the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Namitha Ragunath and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts can be found at send7.org/transcripts. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they listen to SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it. For more information visit send7.org/contact

In this episode, I'm chatting with Marie Moser, owner of The Edinburgh Bookshop, about children's books, local authors, and illustrators, Edinburgh, and her favorite books to hand-sell to customers. Marie Moser took over The Edinburgh Bookshop in 2012, bringing with her twenty years of experience in retail sales and marketing.  Over the last decade, the bookshop has grown in both size and reputation, developing a particular expertise in Children's Books.  The Edinburgh Bookshop has won many awards in the last decade, including,  UK Children's Bookshop of the Year 2014 , and Scottish Independent Bookshop of the Year 2014, 2015, 2018 and 2022. The Edinburgh Bookshop       Vivian French Maggie O'Farrell The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Douglas Adams Sylvia Plath Notes on a Nervous Planet, Matt Haig Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, Gail Honeyman Lessons in Chemistry, Bonnie GarmusAmazing Grace Adams, Fran LittlewoodSupport the show

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We hear from UK Children's author Jenna Whyman on the power of art therapy, and how it's helping children open up and engage in the difficult conversations families need to have at times, such as divorce, bereavement and homelessness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marian Guinn is a Professional Certified Coach with a passion for leadership. She believes that improving the capacity of leaders and trust among teams is critical to the success of our nation. Prior to becoming an Executive Coach, Marian created a successful career in fund development for the UK Children's Hospital, and went on to lead God's Pantry Food Bank, a member of Feeding America, as CEO for 19 years. She successfully led the God's Pantry through multi-million dollar capital campaigns, building projects and significant program growth. Marian is an influential leader in Central Kentucky and has won numerous awards in her tenure. And now, Marian is dedicating her time to helping others find meaningful work. In this episode you will hear: Marian's non-profit and coaching story What exactly is professional coaching How to best identify and engage with a coach How to find meaningful work that has purpose for you Links: MG Coaching & Consulting Website International Coaching Federation Website --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanie-keally/message

In this episode, Dewbs & Co. discuss the continuation of the war in Ukraine despite talks between foreign ministers, Russian Oligarchs and their frozen UK assets, and why a growing number of children starting schools are still in nappies, some unable to even hold a pencil or feed themselves. What on earth is going on? We also question why it is difficult for so many people to say what a woman is. All that on today's episode of Dewbs & Co. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this tech this week episode, we bring together some of the tech events that took place the previous week. Starting with Neuralink’s plan to start human trials, Microsoft acquiring Activision, and much more. Episode Timeline 00:40 Neuralink to start human trials 05:17 Microsoft to acquire Activision with 68.7 Billion USD 10:22 UK Children launching DDOS attacks against their schools. 14:50 Cryptocurrency market deprecates with about 1 Trillion USD and the New York mayor still wants to get paid with Bitcoin & Etherium. Contact the hosts Henok Tsegaye Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Abdulhadmid Oumer Twitter Instagram linkedIn Follow Zemach FM and give us comment

Welcome back for Episode 4 of Double Booked Podcast, a magical children's book podcast where everything is possible thanks to the imaginations of co-hosts, best-selling authors Eoin Colfer and Andrew Donkin. This month's episode sees the pair uncovering a clever caveman in children's classic 'Stig of the Dump', taming dragons with internationally renowned author and UK Children's Laureate Cressida Cowell, taking a peek at some nosey aliens in 'Weird Science', and speaking of space, they crank up the volume, hold up their portable stereos and blast forth their love of 1980's film 'Flash Gordon', warts and all. And if that's not enough - get ready for more of your writing problems solved by 'Agony Eoin'.Dive with them into the world of children's books and storytelling to learn about the world of children's literature, inspiring books, weird science, writing tips and conversations with other authors about their works, writing and plenty more. This is a podcast for anyone who loves children's books, graphic novels, comics, books, libraries, librarians, bookshops, second-hand bookshops and second-hand librarians.Produced by Eoin Colfer, Andrew Donkin and Seamus Redmond.Sound Editing by Seamus Redmond.Theme Music by Liam Bates.A Silver Fox Production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World News in 7 minutes. Tuesday 14th August 2021.Transcript at: send7.org/transcripts Today: UN Afghanistan pledge. UK children vaccination. Rwanda opposition hunger strike. Nigeria prison break. Peru leader burial. US white supremacy arrest. India dengue outbreak. Bangladesh schools re-open. UK cancer trials. Send your opinion or experience by email to podcast@send7.org or send an audio message on speakpipe for us to broadcast. With Namitha Ragunath. SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) tells news in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories in the world in slow, clear English. This easy English news podcast is perfect for English learners, people with English as a second language, and people who want to hear a fast news update from around the world. Learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. For more information visit send7.org/contact

Jack talks to Dr. Scotty Day from the UK Children's Hospital.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does fighting a global disaster have to do with fighting financial crime? In this episode, we'll talk to Roy Wilsher, former Chair of the UK National Fire Chiefs Council. Over Roy's 40 year career, he has led disaster responses to catastrophic events such a tsunami in Japan and a major rail crash in London. Hear lessons learned from Roy's career and how we can apply these tactics to our financial crime risk management approach.Roy Wilsher began his career in the Fire Service in 1981 in North London.  In 1998, Roy became Senior Divisional Fire Safety Officer, responsible for 11 boroughs in North and West London. Roy served as the project lead for the restructure of the London Fire Brigade in 2001 and became Assistant Commissioner for Fire Safety in London in 2002.  From April 2013 to March 2017, he was also Chief Executive for Hertfordshire's Police and Crime Commissioner. Roy was the first Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council and now advises the Home Office on fire reform.You can hear more of our conversation with Roy by visiting actimize.nice.com/podcastTo support the UK Children's Burn Trust, click here. 

What is Zero-Ten and will it bite us? When should we open the border, UK children speaking Manx, fake news, dingy Douglas, Ramsey wall chaos, Sulby Straight & Keys candidate Daphne Caine. It's The Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manxradio #manninline

Nina Porter has all the key events happening in the world from the past 7 days. This week: President-elect Joe Biden nominates the first Native American to a Cabinet Secretary role, the second COVID-19 vaccine is approved in the USA and UNICEF steps in to feed UK Children.

Nina Porter has all the key events happening in the world from the past 7 days. This week: President-elect Joe Biden nominates the first Native American to a Cabinet Secretary role, the second COVID-19 vaccine is approved in the USA and UNICEF steps in to feed UK Children.

Featuring some very special guests, our new Tall Tales podcast series is perfect for everyone who loves children’s books. Packed full of reading recommendations, ideas to help get your children reading, tips on writing for children … plus handy hints for all ages on how to get the creative juices flowing! Host Shane Hegarty is one of Ireland's most popular writers of children's fiction, creator of the best-selling Darkmouth series, and Boot, which is Dublin’s 2020 Citywide Read for children. Shane talks to one of the most hardworking and inspirational illustrators and writers around, Chris Riddell. This autumn sees the publication of three books: Poems to Save the World With, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Carroll’s classic, newly illustrated by Chris) and the paperback of The Cloud Horse Chronicles: Guardians of Magic. Chris Riddell is an accomplished artist and the political cartoonist for the Observer. His children’s books have won many major prizes, including the 2001, 2004 and 2016 CILIP Kate Greenaway Medals. Goth Girl and the Ghost of a Mouse won the Costa Children's Book Award 2013. Chris was the UK Children's Laureate 2015–2017, and has been honoured with an OBE in recognition of his illustration and charity work. Tune in to hear what inspires Chris, and just how he manages to produce so many award-winning and acclaimed books!

UK Children’s Book Author, Tamsin Wood weaves gorgeous fairytales to teach children important life lessons. Her books focus on the importance of kindness, bravery and friendship as well as healthy coping during times of loss or hardship. Listen to our meaningful conversation here!

It's unbelievable that half the countries children or are bees and I blame mum dad education phones schools no love in the home stretch of studying bullying at school bad diet bad lifestyle and two much pressure and stress being put on the child to achieve mum and dad his goals not their own --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/scott-bryant6/message

A study by the National Literacy Trust, a charity that advocates children's literacy, revealed that a reading gap exists among children in the United Kingdom. According to the charity, over 380,000 children across the United Kingdom do not own a book. In a survey of more than 56,000 children and adolescents aged nine to 18, the charity found that over 50% of children with books enjoy reading, while only 18.4% of those without do. In addition, 22% of children who have books displayed higher reading proficiency compared to 3.6% who do not own any. The results also showed that less privileged children were less likely to own a book than better-off children. According to National Literacy Trust Chief Executive Jonathan Douglas, books are essential to the development of children's reading skills, and they also contribute to children's happiness and well-being. He added that some children may find it difficult to maximize their potential simply because they do not have access to books. To close the reading gap, the charity has distributed books to children and adolescents. This distribution is in addition to the over 340,000 books that the charity has given children in the last six years. The charity also released a book list curated by 24 authors and illustrators of children's books to further improve children's literacy. Several organizations have jumped on the bandwagon and created their own campaigns to encourage more children to read. For one, UK newspaper The Sun will give out $16 million worth of books to schools that sign up for its campaign called “Books for Schools.” Registered schools must collect 3,500 tokens printed daily in the newspaper to qualify for the giveaway.

Welcome to Learn on the go, a Community Care Inform podcast where we discuss what the latest research, practice models and policy guidance mean to your practice.This episode is about social work supervision. It covers why supervision is important, what good supervision can do, and if supervision can and does make a difference to children and families. Discussing these questions are David Wilkins, senior lecturer in social work at the Cascade Research Centre at Cardiff University, and Tom Stibbs, principal social worker for children and families for Brighton and Hove City Council. The questions were asked by Ruth Hardy, content editor at Community Care Inform.Community Care Inform Children subscribers can access a full written transcript of the episode, plus key learning points and messages from research: https://www.ccinform.co.uk/learning-tools/learn-on-the-go-podcast-social-work-supervision 2:38: Why is supervision important and what should good supervision do?9:07: Does supervision need to be reflective?15:52: What makes for good supervision?28:18: How can supervision help children and families?30:55: Final thoughtsDue to poor audio quality we had to remove Tom’s answer to the question on whether supervision can help the people social workers work with. Instead we’ve transcribed this:Tom Stibbs:Yes, certainly I think it should and it can help the people that social workers work with. I think, as David has said as well, that doesn’t mean that it always does. I think in terms of how it does, I think it goes back to those ideas we’ve been talking about, about how workers reflecting on their practice and their feelings about working with families can actually lead to purposeful planning that makes a difference for families. So actually it’s about reflection that leads to action that does make a difference for families. So that’s something that supervision should be providing.I think as well just picking up on David’s quote there from Donald Forrester, or a phrase from Donald Forrester, it made me think of another phrase from Donald Forrester, or a phrase that he helped us think about in terms of our model, which is that actually what supervision is trying to do is to help social workers be the best that they can be. And if we do that, that might actually mean that they can help families to be the best that they can be. So actually about us providing that emotional containment to social workers actually means that they can make a difference in terms of working with families.I think that obviously we do have examples about how that sort of approach in supervision and that kind of curiosity that David was talking about does make a difference in terms of what social workers then go and do in terms of their work with families. And you know, just simple questions as well. You know, things like social workers talking about how they’re working with families in group supervision and then planning, rehearsing, practising how they might talk to families in group supervision. Or even taking back to families that, ‘I’m talking about the work that I’m doing with you in my group supervision and this is what some of my colleagues said we might need to think about.’ So there’s very practical ways that group supervision or other forms of supervision might affect how social workers support families.Some of the evaluation that we’ve done around our different forms of supervision through our social work health check, which we call Your Voice survey, the feedback we get from social workers is positive in terms of the impact of especially one-to-one supervision but also reflective practice groups and group supervision. And they are positive in their feedback not just about the emotional aspect and the support they get but they do also give positive feedback in terms of it making a difference to their practice.But I recognise that that’s based on self-report, and I know David’s been working on this with colleagues as well, that there’s more work we could do around actually looking at the detail of how supervision then makes a difference to practice. But I think obviously it’s really important that we recognise that the purpose of supervision is about making a difference for the families that social workers are supporting.ReferencesBogo, M and McKnight, K (2006)‘Clinical supervision in social work‘The Clinical Supervisor, Volume 24, Issue 1/2, pp49–67Bogo, M; Regehr, C; Logie, C; Katz, E; Mylopoulos, M and Regehr, G (2011)‘Adapting objective structured clinical examinations to assess social work students’ performance and reflections‘Journal of Social Work Education, Volume 47, Issue 1, pp5-18Bogo, M; Regehr, C; Power, R and Regehr, G (2007)‘When values collide‘The Clinical Supervisor, Volume 26, Issue1/2, pp99–117Jones, J (2014)A Report for the Centre for Social Work Practice on Reflective Practice Group Models in Social WorkCentre for Social Work PracticeWilkins, D and Antonopoulou, V (2019)What Does Supervision Help With? A Survey of 315 Social Workers in the UK’Practice, Volume 31, Issue 1, pp21-40Wilkins, D; Forrester, D and Grant, L (2017)‘What happens in child and family social work supervision?’Child and Family Social Work, Volume 22, Issue 2, pp942–951Wilkins, D and Jones, R (2018)‘Simulation supervision: How do managers respond to a crisis?‘European Journal of Social Work, Volume 21,Issue 3, pp454–466Wilkins, D; Khan, M; Stabler, L et al (2018)‘Evaluating the Quality of Social Work Supervision in UK Children’s Services: Comparing Self-Report and Independent Observations’Clinical Social Work Journal, Volume 46, Issue 4, pp350-360Wilkins, D; Lynch, A and Antonopoulou, V (2018)‘A golden thread? 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Brits have a reputation as Europe's boozers - and for good reason, with alcohol consumption higher than much of the rest of the continent. That reputation is extended to our young people too - but is it still deserved? Joanna Inchley, senior research fellow at the University of St Andrews, explains new research on decreasing drinking - http://www.hbsc.org/ Also this week, as part of our coverage of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the NHS, we've been running a series of articles exploring this unique institution's future. Neena Modi, professor of neonatal health, and Jonathan Clarke, clinical research fellow, from Imperial College London, passionately believe that the NHS needs to be publicly financed - and importantly, publicly provided. https://www.bmj.com/content/362/bmj.k3580

The United Kingdom's Department for Education (DfE) revealed that 28% of four- and five-year-old children in the country start school without basic language skills. Education Secretary Damian Hinds addressed this problem in his speech in London last July. According to educational researchers, some parents fail to provide an environment where their children can learn how to speak and read even simple words. Consequently, Hinds stated that children begin primary school with limited vocabulary, causing difficulties to keep up with their classmates. These children are also more likely to end up unemployed at age 34 compared to those who have a good vocabulary, another study disclosed. In the same speech, Hinds gave his word that by 2028, he will cut the number of children with poor vocabulary by half. To start off, he will hold an education summit wherein parents will be advised to teach their children how to speak and read. He will invite charities and businesses to help with this undertaking. The education secretary will also seek the help of tech companies. While there is a growing concern about children's screen time, Hinds wants to make use of media and modern technology to furnish parents with teaching techniques. However, Philip Pullman, an acclaimed English author, and James Bowen, director of UK's National Association of Head Teachers, said that technology is not the answer. Pullman urges parents to include their children in conversations even if they do not understand everything that is being said. Bowen also highlighted the importance of interaction and acknowledged that no amount of technology can replace reading a book with a parent.

Cooking with kids can be messy, zany, and best of all, very rewarding. Teaching kids how to cook and getting them comfy in the kitchen (especially with fruit and vegetable preparation) can set them up for a lifetime of healthy eating habits. August is Kids Eat Right Month, so it’s only fitting that on today's show, I tackle the topic of Kids in the Kitchen. Join the fun today as we cook our way through recipes for Chicken & Fresh Corn Salad and Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto, and hear from my sister-in-law and niece about the innovative way kids in England are now learning how to cook! On today’s show, I take you behind the scenes to two kid/adult cooking classes I taught at Nantucket Culinary this summer and the recipes we prepared. My special guests on the show are my British my sister-in-law, Karen (aka “Mrs. Broccoli”) and my niece, Daisy. We discuss efforts underway in England to teach kids how to cook through a cool, contemporary curriculum called, Food Tech What you’ll hear in this episode: The small cooking class I taught in June at Nantucket Culinary, where we made Roasted Radishes, Homemade Coleslaw, Fish Tacos with Salmon, and Apple Berry Crisp. Why you shouldn’t shy away from teaching kids how to slice and dice fruits and veggies. The July class, which was bigger, where we made Chicken & Fresh Corn Salad, Make-Your-Own Smoothies, Chirp Chirp Deviled Eggs, and Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto. 'Liz’s Chicken Salad' made with fresh corn kernels, fresh tarragon, Dijon mustard, mayo, and salt and pepper: “When you add some fresh peas it tastes just like summer.” Teaching kids about using a "Mother Spoon" to avoid double-dipping. How to prepare and make cauliflower steaks. Why a mini food processor works best for making pistachio pesto, which is made with EVOO, fresh basil, fresh tarragon, grated Parmesan cheese, pistachios, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and kosher salt and pepper. “Mrs. Broccoli” and her daughter, Daisy, talk about the food and nutrition scene in England where they live. Not as many food additives and artificial colors are used in the UK Children pack their lunches according to strict rules. Only fruit, sandwich, and water are allowed---no chips and no soft drinks Hear all about the Turkey Twizzler Time in England and their school lunch revolution What Daisy enjoys cooking most: crepes (called pancakes in England) and smoothies. Daisy’s Food Tech class, where she learns about kitchen skills, nutrition, and how to make different foods including bread rolls, omelettes, pasta sauce, and Victoria Sponge Cake. The goal of the Food Tech class is for the kids to practice and learn at school and then go home and make the foods for their families. Other components of the program include woodworking, textiles, and graphic design. Why Karen and I love Chef Yotam Ottolenghi, an Israeli-British chef, restaurant owner, and food writer. How Karen became “Mrs. Broccoli.” You're going to love this story! Daisy’s top takeaways from her class: kitchen safety, knife skills, and how to spot the difference between organic and free-range eggs. Resources: Kids in the Kitchen - For Kids Eat Right Month this August, I have joined up with fellow dietitians and healthy family food bloggers to share tips for getting kids into the kitchen. On today's show, I've got recipe ideas to jumpstart your kids-in-the-kitchen journey. Follow along on Twitter and Instagram by searching the hashtag: #kidsinthekitchen Cooking class at Nantucket Culinary  Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto Chicken Salad www.parentsondemand.com

Cooking with kids can be messy, zany, and best of all, very rewarding. Teaching kids how to cook and getting them comfy in the kitchen (especially with fruit and vegetable preparation) can set them up for a lifetime of healthy eating habits. August is Kids Eat Right Month, so it’s only fitting that on today's show, I tackle the topic of Kids in the Kitchen. Join the fun today as we cook our way through recipes for Chicken & Fresh Corn Salad and Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto, and hear from my sister-in-law and niece about the innovative way kids in England are now learning how to cook! On today’s show, I take you behind the scenes to two kid/adult cooking classes I taught at Nantucket Culinary this summer and the recipes we prepared. My special guests on the show are my British my sister-in-law, Karen (aka “Mrs. Broccoli”) and my niece, Daisy. We discuss efforts underway in England to teach kids how to cook through a cool, contemporary curriculum called, Food Tech What you’ll hear in this episode: The small cooking class I taught in June at Nantucket Culinary, where we made Roasted Radishes, Homemade Coleslaw, Fish Tacos with Salmon, and Apple Berry Crisp. Why you shouldn’t shy away from teaching kids how to slice and dice fruits and veggies. The July class, which was bigger, where we made Chicken & Fresh Corn Salad, Make-Your-Own Smoothies, Chirp Chirp Deviled Eggs, and Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto. 'Liz’s Chicken Salad' made with fresh corn kernels, fresh tarragon, Dijon mustard, mayo, and salt and pepper: “When you add some fresh peas it tastes just like summer.” Teaching kids about using a "Mother Spoon" to avoid double-dipping. How to prepare and make cauliflower steaks. Why a mini food processor works best for making pistachio pesto, which is made with EVOO, fresh basil, fresh tarragon, grated Parmesan cheese, pistachios, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and kosher salt and pepper. “Mrs. Broccoli” and her daughter, Daisy, talk about the food and nutrition scene in England where they live. Not as many food additives and artificial colors are used in the UK Children pack their lunches according to strict rules. Only fruit, sandwich, and water are allowed---no chips and no soft drinks Hear all about the Turkey Twizzler Time in England and their school lunch revolution What Daisy enjoys cooking most: crepes (called pancakes in England) and smoothies. Daisy’s Food Tech class, where she learns about kitchen skills, nutrition, and how to make different foods including bread rolls, omelettes, pasta sauce, and Victoria Sponge Cake. The goal of the Food Tech class is for the kids to practice and learn at school and then go home and make the foods for their families. Other components of the program include woodworking, textiles, and graphic design. Why Karen and I love Chef Yotam Ottolenghi, an Israeli-British chef, restaurant owner, and food writer. How Karen became “Mrs. Broccoli.” You're going to love this story! Daisy’s top takeaways from her class: kitchen safety, knife skills, and how to spot the difference between organic and free-range eggs. Resources: Kids in the Kitchen - For Kids Eat Right Month this August, I have joined up with fellow dietitians and healthy family food bloggers to share tips for getting kids into the kitchen. On today's show, I've got recipe ideas to jumpstart your kids-in-the-kitchen journey. Follow along on Twitter and Instagram by searching the hashtag: #kidsinthekitchen Cooking class at Nantucket Culinary  Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Pistachio Pesto Chicken Salad www.parentsondemand.com

In today's podcast: Innocence lost. We're talking about the public health crisis that is pornography and the way that it's affecting our children. Note – In this podcast I'll be discussing content that is of a highly sensitive nature. In the past few weeks I attended a conference about pornography and the way it harms young people. On Tuesday February 9, activist group Collective Shout hosted Australia's first symposium on the harm that pornography does to children. Experts from all backgrounds agree: pornography is hurting our children. I'm going to spend some time sharing things that were reinforced at the conference that EVERY parent needs to know about – because the reality is that your children WILL see pornography. And in today's podcast, specific tips for every parent for how to deal with pornography in your children's lives. Show Notes The following resources and people can provide additional information for people who are interested in this topic:Basically… porn is everywhere. A report from the UK Children's Commissioner. Website: It's time we talked.Maree Crabbe– Reality and RiskMelinda Tankard Reist * 2:40 Am I the only parent worried about this? * 6:45 How old are children when first see pornography? * 7:45 How children see pornography at school * 12:45 Children are seeing pornography BEFORE they've ever held someone's hand * 18:30 How old should your children be before you talk about pornography? * 19:20 What does pornography teach our children? * 26:50 How does a 14 year-old girl get convinced to send nude images to a boy at school? * 31:15 How do we talk to a child about pornography? * 34:30 A sample conversation about pornography with your child * 40:25 Wrap up Save $40 on 21 Days to a Happier Family online program – This is a special offer ONLY for Newsletter and Podcast subscribers. This week only, save $40 on 21 Days to a Happier Family – the online program – by using the code “giveme40” at the checkout. Make your family happier, and save!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s podcast: Innocence lost. We’re talking about the public health crisis that is pornography and the way that it’s affecting our children. Note – In this podcast I’ll be discussing content that is of a highly sensitive nature. In the past few weeks I attended a conference about pornography and the way it harms young people. On Tuesday February 9, activist group Collective Shout hosted Australia’s first symposium on the harm that pornography does to children. Experts from all backgrounds agree: pornography is hurting our children. I’m going to spend some time sharing things that were reinforced at the conference that EVERY parent needs to know about – because the reality is that your children WILL see pornography. And in today’s podcast, specific tips for every parent for how to deal with pornography in your children’s lives. Show Notes The following resources and people can provide additional information for people who are interested in this topic: Basically… porn is everywhere. A report from the UK Children’s Commissioner. Website: It’s time we talked. Maree Crabbe– Reality and Risk Melinda Tankard Reist * 2:40 Am I the only parent worried about this? * 6:45 How old are children when first see pornography? * 7:45 How children see pornography at school * 12:45 Children are seeing pornography BEFORE they’ve ever held someone’s hand * 18:30 How old should your children be before you talk about pornography? * 19:20 What does pornography teach our children? * 26:50 How does a 14 year-old girl get convinced to send nude images to a boy at school? * 31:15 How do we talk to a child about pornography? * 34:30 A sample conversation about pornography with your child * 40:25 Wrap up Save $40 on 21 Days to a Happier Family online program – This is a special offer ONLY for Newsletter and Podcast subscribers. This week only, save $40 on 21 Days to a Happier Family – the online program – by using the code “giveme40” at the checkout. Make your family happier, and save!

Movie Discussion: New TV spots, Umbridge, and running time. Printing of DH begins in Germany. National Wear Your MuggleCast T-Shirt Day is almost here. June is Global Spread MuggleCast Month. Andrew has a big announcement about his music career. The castle on the UK Children’s edition IS Hogwarts. Does that weird symbol represent the pieces of Voldemort’s soul? Main Discussion: Harry Potter and the Relics of Death. Does this confirm the Deathly Hallows are the Horcruxes? We examine the definition of relic and etymology of Horcrux. Does the destruction of a Horcrux require a personal sacrifice? Laura wonders why Slughorn said it’s a spell, not a curse, that creates a Horcrux. Does the ripping of the soul only happen in an innocent killing? What happens to the piece of the soul if it’s not encased in an object? Double dose of Chicken Soup.

No time for jokes on this April 1st edition! It’s a new month – vote for us at Podcast Alley! We give our thoughts on the Deathly Hallows covers. What castle is that on the back of the UK Children’s edition? Wandless magic on US cover? Are they in the Department of Mystery’s Death Chamber? The final battle: Ultimate Frisbee? What is around Harry’s neck? We have a very special surprise for all of you… Harry and Facebook? Snape and McGonagall…? (Oh, our poor minds!) Someone admits they wet themselves…just a little.