Podcasts about Westminster School

April is Gospel Month on the Mountain Echo and this episode will include some music towards this theme. Also, this episode is sponsored by Bo Newberry and the good folks at Mountain Lights & Safety of Lookout Mountain.(423) 463-7704Outdoor Lighting - Home Security - Smoke & Fire Detection****************************"Run Forest Run!" Runners will delight in hearing our guest in this special episode! Hide the chocolate covered cookies! Lookout's Mayes Starke is our guest, and he shares about growing up and living in the 'Big City of The South - Hot Lanna". He shares about attending Westminster School and how he left the state of Georgia to follow in his dad's college footsteps at a college we all know very well. He shares about how he 'stole away' the love of his life, Kim and, how she saved his life not that long ago. Hear about the shoes you want to go running in and some local spots - that may or may not be secrets - that are great for running. He shares some names of some local folks - you may know them- that you will want to know if you are a runner....or if you are a semi-recovering chocaholic like Mayes!Also, hear how he and Kim landed on this rock from Atlanta and what they think about that decision now.  How fortunate Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church is to have you and Kim as members. You all are true blessings in the community.Mayes doesn't hold back and he certainly, 'runs hard' throughout this podcast. He is a pleasure to listen to with a great voice - listen in and you'll be glad you did.Mayes - job well done friend - I know Dad, .... and Coach Kash are proud - we certainly are.tME**Special thanks to the movie, Forest Gump, Ralph Stanley with 'I'll Fly Away' & 'Because He Loved Me', and AE Housman's poem, 'To an Athlete Dying Young'Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. Also, on regular, full length, non-bonus episodes, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz. Opening fiddle music played by the late Mr. Fletcher Bright.

Hello Wonderful Readers,I felt a lot of resistance writing this piece. I'm very tired right now. Most of you reading this are not in high school, and any of my younger cousins or friends who might be are probably just scrolling on TikTok. You can see how my inner critic is already working against me! That's why it's important to me to challenge myself. I'm determined to write and publish this piece for you anyway.I'm stealing the idea of this list from Austin Kleon, who stole it from Debbie Millman. I listened to his story about it on Millman's podcast this week. Here, I've cobbled together the first six things I wish I had known when I was graduating from high school. That year was 2013, and a lot has changed since then. Instagram existed at the time, but it wasn't widely used. This was years before TikTok, when the first major sex scandal about Jimmy Savile came out, and Oscar Pistorius, the South African sprinter, had just murdered his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.I was finishing up my A-Levels at my incredibly fancy and academically rigorous “secondary school,” Westminster School in London. I had gotten rejected from all the top universities I applied to and was on my way to taking a gap year. I had no idea what I was doing with my life (spoiler, I still have no idea what I am doing now). So, without further ado, this is what I wish I had known at that time.1. The mean girls don't matter in this cruel world

“It's important to come with that clarity of mind; to be able to make decisions in the moment.” - Anna Partridge What's the secret to thinking clearly under pressure? In this episode, Anna Partridge, highly accomplished teacher and award-winning Head of Wellbeing at Westminster School in Adelaide, shares her profound insights into the role of thinking clearly when it comes to wellbeing in schools. You'll learn how to identify areas in your life like sleep, relationships, and emotional health that need attention so that you can learn how to restore balance. Anna discusses how emotional intelligence can help build trust with students, parents, and colleagues, especially during stressful moments. Listen now and reflect on how learning to think clearly under pressure will help you thrive in your personal and professional life. Episode 135 Shownotes - Click here. Anna Partridge - LinkedIn ---- Listen Next: Kylie Power: Staff Wellbeing & Why The Little Things Matter | Episode 124 Then: Monique Carter: Thriving Together & Building Resilient School Communities | Episode 131 Then: Dr Briony Scott: The Invisible (Work)Load Of Educators | Episode 78 ---- Meg Durham - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram Weekly Newsletter - Subscribe here Speaker Request - Complete the booking form to start the conversation. ---- ** The School of Wellbeing is one of Australia's best health and wellbeing podcasts for teachers, educators and school leaders! **

Episode 143:The second part of the life of Ben Jonson takes him from his birth, through his years at school and onto working as a bricklayer. He then briefly joined the army before returning to become a player, a poet and a playwright.Jonson's Scottish ancestry.His father's loss of position under queen Mary.His Stepfather Robert Brett, bricklayer.Life for the Brett/Jonson family on Christopher LaneJonson's education at Westminster school.Theatre at the Westminster School.The influence of school master William Camden.Jonson the bricklayer's apprentice.Jonson briefly attends Cambridge university – maybe.Jonson the soldier and his service in the war in the Netherlands.The Lord Mayor's procession and the involvement of the Guild companiesJonson's contribution to the Lord Mayor's procession.Jonson the player for Pembroke's men.Support the podcast at:www.thehistoryofeuropeantheatre.comwww.patreon.com/thoetpwww.ko-fi.com/thoetp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining me on today's episode of The English Wine Diaries is Richard Balfour-Lynn, co-founder of Balfour Winery in Kent. Following an education at Westminster School and the City of London Business School, Richard set up his first business at 24 years old – his early business interests ranged from Irish linen and lace to medical diagnostic centres and air conditioning companies, all with varying degrees of success and failure. In his late 20s, he began developing high end residential properties across Central London and later progressed into commercial property ranging from office buildings and shopping centres to leisure centres and hotels. During this time he was involved in the running of brands such as Malmaison, Hotel du Vin, DeVere, Liberty and Searcy's. In 2002, Richard and his wife Leslie decided to plant a vineyard in Kent for fun, and eight years later built their first winery on the Hush Heath Estate near Staplehurst in Kent. But, with the huge success of their first wine, Balfour Brut Rosé, what began as a passion project soon became a family business.  Today, Richard and Leslie offer an exceptional guest experience across 400 acres of pristine Kent countryside and within their winery and 200-seater tasting room. They also run the “Hush Heath Hospitality” group comprising a growing number of pubs with boutique hotel rooms across London, Kent and Sussex.You can find out more about Balfour Winery by following @balfourwinery on Instagram or visit balfourwinery.com. With thanks to our series sponsor, Wickhams, The Great British Wine Merchant. Visit wickhamwine.co.uk to see their award-winning range of English wine with free delivery on orders over £40. The English Wine Diaries listeners can also get 10% discount on their first purchase by entering the code TEWD10. Please drink responsibly.Thanks for listening to The English Wine Diaries. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review, it helps boost our ratings and makes it easier for other people to find us. To find out who will be joining me next on the English Wine Diaries, follow @theenglishwinediaries on Instagram and for more regular English wine news and reviews, sign up to our newsletter at thesouthernquarter.co.uk.

Welcoming Susan Glasgow, CEO of Variety New Zealand, to Purposely where she shares her charity's mission to lift children out of poverty and discusses her journey from a fundraiser to the leader of a nonprofit organisation. We will also delve into the captivating origin story of the Variety movement, tracing its beginnings in early 1900s Pittsburgh, USA, to its current role in making a positive impact on young lives globally. Variety New Zealand's vision is clear: all children in Aotearoa should realise their hopes and dreams. With a purpose to raise vital funds to tackle child poverty and create opportunities for children to thrive, Variety has become a cornerstone of support for disadvantaged youth in New Zealand. Variety's roots trace back to 1927 when a group of actors in Pittsburgh took in a child left on their theatre doorstep. This act of kindness sparked the creation of the Variety Club, which soon began fundraising for children in need. Today, Variety operates as a global movement, with each country adapting to local needs while sharing a common goal of supporting disadvantaged children. Established about 35 years ago, Variety New Zealand has evolved from event-based fundraising to a more focused approach. Their flagship programme, Kiwi Kid Sponsorship, matches donors with children living in poverty, providing crucial support where it's needed most. Susan Glasgow, who joined as CEO in 2020, reveals shocking statistics about child poverty in New Zealand: 143,700 children live in poverty (as of June 2023); 1 in 6 kids in New Zealand will suffer food insecurity at some point in their childhood; and 1 in 10 children in the poorest communities doesn't have a bed of their own. Variety New Zealand works closely with initiatives like Healthy Homes, providing beds for children who would otherwise sleep on floors or sofas. They also partner with Sport New Zealand to break down financial barriers preventing children from participating in sports and recreational activities. Glasgow emphasises the resilience and resourcefulness of families living in poverty, challenging the stigma often associated with seeking help. "People who are putting their hands up to ask for help are the ones who are putting their children first," she states. The Kiwi Kid Sponsorship programme has shown significant results. Children sponsored through Variety for four years' experience about 50% less material hardship compared to those on the waitlist. This improvement spans various aspects of life, from school essentials to food security and housing stability. Since Glasgow joined Variety in 2020, the waitlist for sponsorship has grown from 300 to 3,000 children. The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic challenges have exacerbated the need, pushing more families into hardship. Despite these challenges, Variety New Zealand raised over £10 million last year, distributing about £6 million in grants. However, the need continues to outpace available resources. As Variety New Zealand continues its vital work, Glasgow and her team remain committed to raising awareness about child poverty and the transformative power of sponsorship. They strive to bridge the gap between those who have and those who have less, ensuring every child in New Zealand can reach their full potential. Susan Glasgow's journey to becoming CEO of Variety New Zealand is a testament to the power of diverse experiences. With a background in performing arts and literature, Glasgow spent 12 years in the UK, where she transitioned into fundraising at Westminster School. Returning to New Zealand in 2007, she applied her expertise at the University of Auckland Business School before joining Variety in 2020. Her role as CEO combines her fundraising acumen with her passion for helping children access opportunities, a cause she had personally supported as a Variety Kiwi Kid sponsor since 2016. To learn more about Variety New Zealand and how you can support their mission, Here

In this episode of the ‘Ed Leaders' podcast, Luke Callier and Mathew Irving are joined by special guest Simon Shepherd, principal at Westminster School Adelaide, who shares invaluable insights on fostering empathy and personal growth within leadership roles. Learn about the transformative experiences at Westminster School Adeliade, where empathy is championed and a culture of growth is cultivated. Simon emphasizes the importance of preparing students with essential life skills, focusing on emotional intelligence and practical tools beyond academic knowledge. Discover how the future of education is shaped by the integration of AI technology and the advocacy for micro credentialing. Delve into topics such as empathy in education, the significance of professional development for growth, and the often-overlooked contributions of maintenance teams within schools. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion that celebrates the power of empathy and growth in shaping leaders for tomorrow's world. Tune in now! Highlights: (02:08) Simon Sheppard's diverse educational journey. (06:29) Benefits of experiencing different leadership styles. (08:43) Importance of continuous learning and empathy in education. (14:45) Evolution of staff coaching and collaboration within the school. (18:19) Council approval of an unlimited number of highly accomplished lead teachers. (21:52) Proposal of measuring success based on graduates' outcomes seven years after school. (24:27) The importance of relationships in teaching, and the challenge of allowing appropriate discomfort for growth. (28:26) Introduction of "adventurous education" in the school's strategic plan, empowering students to pursue subjects they are passionate about despite potential challenges. (34:49) Emphasis on making oneself redundant as a school leader by empowering the team, focusing on humanity and humility in education. (36:33) Striving to ask more questions than making statements, empowering others to make decisions, and the importance of using third-party guidance. (40:39) The relationship between principals and school councils, blending the idealized model with reality. (47:31 ) The future of education, focusing on emotional intelligence and application of knowledge. (49:24) The micro-credentialing and providing practical life skills to students. (51:22) Reference to professional development experiences and the importance of understanding leadership concepts. (51:46) Advocacy for national teacher registration and a unified curriculum. (52:01) Recommendation of the book "Humble" by Darrell van Tongren. Links: Website: Westminster School Adelaide LinkedIn: Simon Shepherd You can also connect with us personally at LinkedIn: Luke Callier - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ljcallier/⁠ Mathew Irving - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathew-irving-b6b91430/ Special thanks to our partners: Other sponsors if we have them.. Signup to the Edleaders Newsletter: Head on over to edleaders.com.au to hear more about our journey. If you'd like to know more about being a guest or would like to sponsor our show - check out https://www.edleaders.com.au/collabs As always if you have questions, feedback, or a suggestion from a leader you'd like to hear from - send us a message! Please remember if you have a spare minute, please leave us a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player which will help more like-minded school leaders discover us. Go Well. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edleaders/message

For the season finale of the podcast, Kelly-Anne Taylor is joined by Adam Buxton. The actor, comedian and podcaster attended Westminster School – where he befriended future-documentary-maker Louis Theroux, and Joe Cornish, who he would later star alongside in Channel 4's The Adam and Joe Show. His podcast, The Adam Buxton Podcast, has been a hit – featuring conversations with everyone from Zadie Smith to Robbie Williams to Paul McCartney. In this episode, Buxton discusses the sacrifices his parents made to send him to public school, how he felt when Louis Theroux decided to launch a podcast and which interviews have been his best… and worst. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Justin Chezem, head coach of Christopher Newport University men's soccer and I welcome LEAD Monrovia Football Academy products Blessing Kieh and Abraham Monsee who left Liberia to become students and soccer players at Westminster School in Connecticut. They describe their experiences as students, soccer players, moving halfway across the world and the journey to continue their playing careers in college here in the United States. Thank you to Sona Traore the Executive Director of LEAD Monrovia Football Academy and Will Smith the founder of LEAD EDU. Check out Episode 92 to hear Will's story.

What is the impact of taking a child age 13 away from their family for a year and putting them in a boarding school?And during that year the child only sees their parents once for Xmas?What would happen to that child especially if they were put into one of the top boarding schools in the UK, Westminster?Today I am speaking with author Andrew Kavchak who shares his own experience of living away from his parents for a whole year at Westminster.He shares his loneliness, how it felt like he “had been dumped in a foreign orphanage,” and how he struggled with his studies.A really fascinating conversation. I also really recommend his book.---Andrew Kavchak was born in Montreal and has called Ottawa home since the late 1980s. Andrew studied political science (M.A.) and law (LL.B.) at university and then joined the federal civil service to pursue a career in public policy. After a lengthy career in the bureaucracy he began writing books that are available on Amazon. Today we will be talking about his book, Westminster: Reflections of a Boarder.Some questions for Andrew:I would love for you to share some of your journey. What drew to you to writing your book about boarding school?In writing your book you talk about the history of boarding school. What did you learn about the tradition of boarding?Having been brought up in Canada what was it like being in a British boarding school. How much of a culture shock was it for you?What was the number one thing that stood out to you about boarding? Both positive and negative.What was the long separation from your parents like for you?You mention having a big emotional release after watching an interview with Nick Duffell. Could you talk us through that please? What happened? Other areas to talk about:How historically Public School boys seemed to have preferential treatment (P.73)What is the HMC and is it still in place? (P.79)The lack of privacy (P.103)John Dancy and Public Schools and the Future. I found what he wrote shocking. What was your response to his words? (P.106-109)Belonging and exclusionAbandonment and alienationHow boarding school affected youSuccess and failureHistory and modernity #lifeofaboarder #westminster #boardingschoolsyndrome #abandonmentTo buy Andrew's books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Westminster-School-Reflections-Andrew-Kavchak/dp/B0BYR8PG12/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=andrew+kavchak&qid=1704370296&sr=8-1-fkmr0--- Piers is an author and a men's transformational coach and therapist who works mainly with trauma, boarding school issues, addictions and relationship problems. He also runs online men's groups for ex-boarders, retreats and a podcast called An Evolving Man. He is also the author of How to Survive and Thrive in Challenging Times. To purchase Piers first book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Survive-Thrive-Challenging-Times/dp/B088T5L251/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=piers+cross&qid=1609869608&sr=8-1 For more videos please visit: http://youtube.com/pierscross For FB: https://www.facebook.com/pierscrosspublic For Piers' website and a free training How To Find Peace In Everyday Life: https://www.piers-cross.com/community Many blessings, Piers Cross http://piers-cross.com/

It all started with a fake Twitter account set up by a local civic politician in New Westminster. After a bit of sleuthing by a couple of local parents, it led to a resignation. Now we're about to invest a significant amount of School District dollars to undertake a by-election.In this episode, we sit down with trustee candidate Kathleen Carlsen to find out why she thinks Community First 'needs a time out' in the upcoming by-election. We also learn some interesting details about Carlsen's past which ends the show on a positive 'note'!

I went to the Northside Media Day at the Westminster School yesterday and had the chance to sit down with the majority of the head coaches of the attending schools to talk about their teams and the upcoming season. A lot of these programs are expected to have successful seasons and I enjoyed getting to hear each of their perspectives.

‘Coaches are human, humble and works in progress'. In this second part of the Westminster coaching story, Richard reid is in conversation once again with Director of Teaching Angela Phillips who introduces us to one of Westminster's HALT teachers and coaches – Ali Barr. Ali gives us a fantastic insight into the detail of what coaching looks like on a day-to-day basis and shares her thoughts on what it means to be ‘human, humble and a work in progress'. An insightful listen for both experienced coaches as well as those just starting out on this exciting journey.

‘The coalition of the willing. Coaching is a precious in demand resource. Don't fret about those who have not opted in yet.' In this episode I am delighted to be joined by Angela Phillips, Director of Teaching at Westminster School in Adelaide, South Australia. Join me in the conversation where Angela walks us through how coaching has developed at the school over recent years. Listen in to Angela sharing highlights from the recent HALT 2023 Conference in Melbourne where she talks about ‘Coaching At West', shares insights into the HALT programme at Westminster and very helpfully gives us some insight into what happens when things don't always go according to plan when developing a coaching culture.

C. Evan Stewart is a senior partner in a New York City law firm. Mr. Stewart is also a visiting professor at Cornell University and an adjunct professor at Fordham Law School. In addition, he is a contributing columnist for the New York Law Journal, New York Business Law Journal, and the Federal Bar Council Quarterly; he has published approximately 300 articles on a variety of legal subjects. He is frequently featured in the national media, such as Bloomberg, CNBC, CNN and regularly speaks across the country on securities, professional responsibility, and complex litigation issues. In 2016, he received the Sanford D. Levy Award from the New York State Bar Association for his contributions to the field of legal ethics. Mr. Stewart is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Economic Club of New York. He is also a Director and Treasurer of Humanities New York. Mr. Stewart has served as a Trustee of Cornell University, Westminster School, the American University of Bulgaria, the American Historical Association, the Young Women's Christian Association of the USA, YMCA Camping Services, and the Federal Bar Council. Find out more at: www.cohengresser.com/attorney/c-evan-stewart/ The Storytellers hosted by Grace Sammon focuses on individuals who choose to leave their mark on the world through the art of story. Each episode engages guests and listeners in the story behind the story of authors, artists, reporters, and others who leave a legacy of storytelling. Applying her years of experience as an educator, entrepreneur, author, and storyteller herself, Grace brings to listeners an intimate one-on-one experience with her guests. Visit Grace at her website www.gracesammon.net. Contact Grace about being a guest on the show, email her at grace@gracesammon.net Follow Grace: On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Twitter https://www.twitter.com/GSammonWrites On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-sammon-84389153/ #TheStorytellers #Storyteller #Storytellers # Storytelling #AuhtorInterview #LetsTalkBooks #LeaveYourMark #AuthorLife #StorytellerLife #ArtofStory #AuthorTalkNetwork #BookishRoadTrip #AuthorTalkNetwork #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #author #non-fiction #economics #industry #industrialleader # diplomat #popes The Storytellers is a copyrighted work © of Grace Sammon and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.

C. Evan Stewart is a senior partner in a New York City law firm. Mr. Stewart is also a visiting professor at Cornell University and an adjunct professor at Fordham Law School. In addition, he is a contributing columnist for the New York Law Journal, New York Business Law Journal, and the Federal Bar Council Quarterly; he has published approximately 300 articles on a variety of legal subjects. He is frequently featured in the national media, such as Bloomberg, CNBC, CNN and regularly speaks across the country on securities, professional responsibility, and complex litigation issues. In 2016, he received the Sanford D. Levy Award from the New York State Bar Association for his contributions to the field of legal ethics. Mr. Stewart is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Economic Club of New York. He is also a Director and Treasurer of Humanities New York. Mr. Stewart has served as a Trustee of Cornell University, Westminster School, the American University of Bulgaria, the American Historical Association, the Young Women's Christian Association of the USA, YMCA Camping Services, and the Federal Bar Council. Find out more at: www.cohengresser.com/attorney/c-evan-stewart/ The Storytellers hosted by Grace Sammon focuses on individuals who choose to leave their mark on the world through the art of story. Each episode engages guests and listeners in the story behind the story of authors, artists, reporters, and others who leave a legacy of storytelling. Applying her years of experience as an educator, entrepreneur, author, and storyteller herself, Grace brings to listeners an intimate one-on-one experience with her guests. Visit Grace at her website www.gracesammon.net. Contact Grace about being a guest on the show, email her at grace@gracesammon.net Follow Grace: On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Twitter https://www.twitter.com/GSammonWrites On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-sammon-84389153/ #TheStorytellers #Storyteller #Storytellers # Storytelling #AuhtorInterview #LetsTalkBooks #LeaveYourMark #AuthorLife #StorytellerLife #ArtofStory #AuthorTalkNetwork #BookishRoadTrip #AuthorTalkNetwork #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #author #non-fiction #economics #industry #industrialleader # diplomat #popes The Storytellers is a copyrighted work © of Grace Sammon and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.

Professor Stephen Barnett, Westminster School of Media & Communication

Lindsay and Cristina from Espooky Tales discuss Ann Morrow, as well as how reviled lesbianism was in the 18th century, that the pillory was no laughing matter, and why you shouldn't trust weird schoolmasters that butt into your business. Information pulled from the following sources: 2022 Sharon Lathan post 2018 Homosexuality in 18th Century England article 2017 Journal of Legal History article by Caroline Derry 2007 University of Westminster School of Law PhD thesis by Caroline Louise Derry The Ex-Classics Pillory History Ria Brodell Wikipedia (1) Go check out our friend Dustin over at the Rewatch Recap podcast. Get your groceries and essentials delivered in as fast as 1 hour via Instacart. Free delivery on your first 3 orders. Min $10 per order. Terms apply. Become a member on Buy Me A Coffee for as little as $1/month to support the show. You can write to us at: Ye Olde Crime Podcast, PO Box 341, Wyoming, MN 55092. Join the conversation over at the Cultiv8 Discord and join the Olde Crimers Cubby to chat with us and other listeners of the show. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Spotify or Goodpods! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek N. Otsuji is the author of the book The Kitchen of Small Hours, which won the Crab Orchard Review Poetry Series Open Competition. He was also awarded the 2019 Tennessee Williams Scholarship from the Sewanee Writers' Conference. His poems have appeared in The Southern Poetry Review, The Beloit Poetry Journal, The Threepenny Review, The Bennington Review, Harpur Palate, Missouri Review Online, and many others. He is an associate professor of English at Honolulu Community College. George Herbert was born in 1593 in Montgomery Castle, Wales. He attended Westminster School and then Trinity College, Cambridge. He was ordained as a priest and became the rector at Bemerton. He died in 1633 of consumption at the age of forty. Links: Read "Among the More Innocent Touristic Amusements of the Old Waikiki"Read "Two Boys One Fish Two Eyes" in RhinoRead "Virtue" by George Herbert" at The Poetry FoundationDerek N. OtsujiDerek N. Otsuji's website"How She Loves Music" in Pleiades.Two Poems at Terrain.orgVideo: "Interview with Derek Otsuji, Author of The Kitchen of Small Hours""Theatre of Shadows" at The Poetry FoundationGeorge HerbertBio and poems at the The Poetry FoundationBio and poems at Poets.org"George Herbert: British Poet" in BritannicaVideo: George Herbert - a Welsh-born poet, orator, and priestMentioned in this episode:KnoxCountyLibrary.orgThank you for listening and sharing this podcast. Explore life-changing resources and events, sign up for newsletters, follow us on social media, and more through our website, www.knoxcountylibrary.org.Rate & review on Podchaser

Derek N. Otsuji is the author of the book The Kitchen of Small Hours, which won the Crab Orchard Review Poetry Series Open Competition. He was also awarded the 2019 Tennessee Williams Scholarship from the Sewanee Writers' Conference. His poems have appeared in The Southern Poetry Review, The Beloit Poetry Journal, The Threepenny Review, The Bennington Review, Harpur Palate, Missouri Review Online, and many others. He is an associate professor of English at Honolulu Community College. George Herbert was born in 1593 in Montgomery Castle, Wales. He attended Westminster School and then Trinity College, Cambridge. He was ordained as a priest and became the rector at Bemerton. He died in 1633 of consumption at the age of forty. Links: Read "Among the More Innocent Touristic Amusements of the Old Waikiki"Read "Two Boys One Fish Two Eyes" in RhinoRead "Virtue" by George Herbert" at The Poetry FoundationDerek N. OtsujiDerek N. Otsuji's website"How She Loves Music" in Pleiades.Two Poems at Terrain.orgVideo: "Interview with Derek Otsuji, Author of The Kitchen of Small Hours""Theatre of Shadows" at The Poetry FoundationGeorge HerbertBio and poems at the The Poetry FoundationBio and poems at Poets.org"George Herbert: British Poet" in BritannicaVideo: George Herbert - a Welsh-born poet, orator, and priestMentioned in this episode:KnoxCountyLibrary.orgThank you for listening and sharing this podcast. Explore life-changing resources and events, sign up for newsletters, follow us on social media, and more through our website, www.knoxcountylibrary.org.Rate & review on Podchaser

Buckingham Palace has released more information about King Charles III's Coronation on 6 May at Westminster Abbey. The composers, conductors, and performers who will fill the Abbey with music have been announced. In keeping with his plan to modernize the Coronation Service, The King has commissioned twelve new pieces of music. There will be six orchestral pieces, five choral pieces, and one organ piece. Sir Anthony Pappano, currently the Music Director for the Royal Opera House, has been charged with conducting the Coronation Orchestra. The orchestra is composed of musicians that have played in orchestras that fell under Charles's patronage as Prince of Wales. Andrew Lloyd Webber, the composer behind the world-famous musicals The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Cats, has composed a new coronation anthem. Lloyd Webber explained, "My anthem includes words slightly adapted from Psalm 98. I have scored it for the Westminster Abbey choir and organ, the ceremonial brass and orchestra. I hope my anthem reflects this joyful occasion." ' Patrick Doyle, the Scottish composer who has scored several films including Murder on the Orient Express (2017) and Brave (2012), has composed a new Coronation March. Doyle's new composition draws on musical themes from several different Commonwealth nations. The Royal Harpist, Ms Alis Huws, will be performing in the Coronation Orchestra, as well. Charles appointed Ms Huws as his official harpist as Prince of Wales in 2019. To emphasize the importance of his continued relationship with Wales, part of the liturgy will be performed in Welsh. Several different choirs will be taking part in the Coronation Service. The Choir of Westminster Abbey, The Choir of His Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, girl choristers from the Chapel Choir of Methodist College, Belfast and from Truro Cathedral Choir, The Ascension Choir, and The King's Scholars of Westminster School will all be performing parts of the Service.

Many eccentric geniuses have written about cricket, and indeed played it. Few have been as eccentric as Major Rowland Bowen – or had his genius. In 1970, after years of dedicated research (not all his own) he published Cricket: A History of its growth and development throughout the world. Long out of print, it is still unmatched in its global sweep, its presentation of arcane facts, and its insurrectionary daring (which delighted C L R James) in overturning almost sacred cricketing myths. It riled the cricketing Establishment of its day, especially those seeking to defend white supremacy.Russell Jackson is an award-winning Australian author and journalist. He became fascinated by Bowen and his contribution to cricket history. He has now inherited from the late Murray Hedgecock the daunting task of reviving Bowen's work and making sense of his extraordinary life, as he explains to Peter Oborne and Richard Heller as the guest on their latest cricket-themed podcast.Russell speculates about the motives behind Bowen's very personal and cantankerous crusade for the truth in cricket history. His career had echoes of John Le Carré: he was the son of a disgraced solicitor and served in Intelligence. In spite of family financial problems he attended Westminster School in the 1920s and was noted early as a cricket obsessive although not noted as a player. At seventeen, he became a member of the MCC (thanks to an influential proposer. Already a natural contrarian, he read cricket literature copiously and decided that almost all of it needed challenge and correction by himself.His actual trigger was Roy Webber, the leading scorer, who was the authority for a wrong fact on a quiz show. It inspired a lifetime's war for his view of the truth in cricket. To achieve an outlet for this, he eventually founded his own subscription-only journal Cricket Quarterly in 1963. He had a habit of quarrelling violently with subscribers, striking them off, and rejecting new ones for fear that they were the old ones trying to sneak up on him under assumed names. This business model is not normally recommended to publishers, but CQ survived for 32 issues until 1971 and produced a highly influential corpus of work as the basis for his history. With its book it deserves a full re-issue.The undismissed subscribers formed a global network of amateur cricket historians and statisticians. Bowen was astute enough to enlist them as volunteer contributors of obscure local materials which he needed. Peter Hain was among them, and submitted to a volley of demands. He said that his only supporters for stopping the apartheid tour of 1970 in the world of cricket were John Arlott, David Sheppard – and Bowen.Russell suggests that Bowen's central mission was to correct the established Anglocentric history of cricket with its almost exclusive focus on first-class matches. He stressed especially the long success of American cricket and the impact of its exclusion from the Imperial Cricket Conference in 1911.Financial pressures drove Bowen into the army. He served first in India and then in Intelligence in London in the 1950s as a map and topographical analyst. His main achievement was to be the first to detect the Soviet missiles which provoked the Cuban crisis of 1962.Continue reading here: https://chiswickcalendar.co.uk/episode-115-the-weird-genius-who-revolutionized-cricket-history/Get in touch with us by emailing obornehellercricket@outlook.com, we would love to hear from you!

How do you decide if you need a Family Office? What goes into building one that will truly serve your family's needs? What role does intentionality play in its design and success? Listen as our guest shares with us how a commitment to shared values created a need for a Family Office to steward his family's resources in a way that impacts not only generations of family members, but an entire community, as well, and how communication and clarification of objectives helps maintain trust, respect, and good dynamics within the family.  Rob McLaughlin worked his way from District Sales Manager to Senior VP of Sales and Marketing in Advance Food Company, the business his father David co-founded in 1973.   When the family sold a majority interest, they recognized a need for a more formalized structure to manage the assets, and Rob stepped up to lead what became Square Deal Capital to steward the family's assets after the sale. Rob earned a BBA in Marketing from Texas Christian University's Neeley School of Business. He has served on the boards of the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and Westminster School and currently serves on the boards of Watermark Bank, i2E Management Company, the McLaughlin Family Foundation, and Young Presidents Organization OKC. Rob enjoys escaping to the mountains with his family and watching and playing sports with his sons. He and his wife Chrissy live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with their sons, Michael & Kyle. Bigger Than Business is the show where you'll discover real-world stories of business owners living their purpose. You'll encounter men and women all over the world who draw strength from understanding why they do what they do and how they remain true to that purpose through the ups and downs every business owner will face. www.thecapitalchartroom.com

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Matthew Sullivan is the founder and chief executive officer of the QuantmRE platform. He is also the co-founder of the Secured Real Estate Income Strategies Fund, and president and founder of Crowdventure.com, a real estate crowdfunding company. A serial entrepreneur, author, and host of the Hooked On Startups podcast, he worked with Richard Branson's Corporate Finance Team in the Virgin Group.Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK, and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia, and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology, and real estate sectors.In‌ ‌our‌ ‌conversation,‌ ‌we‌ ‌discussed:‌How to get equity freedom.What a Home Equity agreement is?Who's paying for the appraisal and what percentage of ownership are you taking in for the property?Timeline on a deal.Connect with Matthew Sullivan:https://www.expertcresecrets.com/episode101Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Expert CRE Community today:expertCREsecrets.comeXpert CRE Secrets FacebookeXpert CRE Secrets Youtube

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On this episode I had the pleasure of speaking to an entrepreneurship class at Westminster School Atlanta. We discussed sync licensing and being an entrepreneur in today's music business.   Did you have anyone that would serve as a mentor for you? Or do you like music producers you really look up to? How do you make your money from the library or from the shows and networks stuff? For every piece of music do you have a copyright?  Is copyright based on similarity or structure? Are these relationships that you have with the people you signed your contracts with to give them your music? Do they like to keep coming back for more music? Or like, do you advertise yourself to bring in new companies that can use your music for other things?   Follow Clint on IG: https://www.instagram.com/clintmusic Watch Clint on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/aclintjr Link To Resources: https://www.clintproductions.com/linkinbio Producer Mentorship: https://www.producermentorship.com Free 6 Step Guide: https://www.clintproductions.com/6steps

Matthew Sullivan is the founder and chief executive officer of the QuantmRE platform. He is also the co-founder of the Secured Real Estate Income Strategies Fund, and president and founder of Crowdventure.com, a real estate crowdfunding company. A serial entrepreneur, author, and host of the Hooked On Startups podcast, he worked with Richard Branson's Corporate Finance Team in the Virgin Group.Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK, and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia, and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology, and real estate sectors.In‌ ‌our‌ ‌conversation,‌ ‌we‌ ‌discussed:‌How to get equity freedom.What a Home Equity agreement is?Who's paying for the appraisal and what percentage of ownership are you taking in for the property?Timeline on a deal.Connect with Matthew Sullivan:https://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/how-to-get-equity-freedom-with-matthew-sullivan/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Capital Gains Tax Solutions Community today:capitalgainstaxsolutions.comCapital Gains Tax Solutions FacebookCapital Gains Tax Solutions Twitter

How do we be more on purpose, and less on point and create learning with rigour but not rigidity? How do we elevate voice, choice and initiative knowing that as we do so we create more freedom and more responsibility?In this fifth episode of our 10-part special series on Learner Agency we discuss how students bring agency to life. This is the fifth lesson for agency shared by global education expert Charlie Leadbeater in conversation with educators from three different schools across South Australia. In our conversation we blend the conceptual with the concrete, exploring philosophy, practice and product and hear how schools have journeyed towards activating agency in their community. Three brilliant teachers join us for our conversation today: Nathan Grierson of Bethany Christian School, Eleanor Waterford of Mt Barker Waldorf School, and Andrea Sherwood of Westminster School. We discuss what purposeful learning looks like and how identity meets intent - when who we are powerfully intersects with what we want to achieve. As our educator colleagues share their learning journeys, both inner and outer, we discuss the connection between values and achievement, how they endure and evolve, and how if we connect purpose, commitment, and reflection we can create high agency learning experiences that lead to increased growth and mastery. This series is a special collaboration between The Learning Future and AISSA: The Association of Independent Schools of South Australia. Each of these ten podcast episode correspond to one of 10 lessons on Learning Agency from the soon to be published Centre for Strategic Education Paper authored by Charlie LeadBeater. We hope you enjoy our conversation, teacher buy in.See more: https://www.ais.sa.edu.au/events/student-agency-lab-three-year-project/ Transcript available upon request. Email us: hello@thelearningfuture.com

Matthew Sullivan is the founder and full-time chief executive officer and director of QuantmRE. QuantmRE is a real estate finance platform that originates and funds Home Equity Agreements. The QuantmRE platform has also been designed to enable a wide range of investors to fund Home Equity Agreements where investors can build, model, manage and trade individual portfolios of fractionalized Home Equity Agreements.Matthew is also the founder of the real estate crowdfunding company Crowdventure, LLC and a manager of two real estate funds. He has  worked alongside Richard Branson and his corporate finance team where he was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin's London Air Ambulance service. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK, and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. He was an early internet pioneer and has founded companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia, and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology, and real estate sectors.Listen in as they discuss:What is QuantmRE and what problem does it solve?How to protect the investors' investmentWhat is the biggest problem for an investor  from an equity standpointHow much equity do you need to be a part of this programWhy  invest in residential real estateAnd more!TIP OF THE WEEKMark: My tip of the week is going to disrupt everything, check out quantmre.com, it's a phenomenal website. The site is for marketing purposes, you should go and check it out.Scott: If you're into stuff about changing the way that the address system works in America or the world, check out smartaddress.io. They use more of a bigger block system than every little word, so you actually get a real address or something that looks like a real address.Matthew: I'm a great fan of David Allen and his book called Getting Things Done. All of you who are lying awake at 4 am on a Sunday night thinking about all the things you're going to do for the following week, this is a great book because it's going to help you stop doing that and not clog your brain up. I would recommend this to those who are hardly figuring out how to be more productive. This is just a very straightforward book and has a lot of common sense.WANT TO LISTEN MORE?Did you like this episode? If so, tune into another one of our exciting episodes with special guest Marcus Maloney as we discuss how to find real estate opportunities with massive equity.Isn't it time to create passive income so you can work where you want, when you want and with whomever you want?

Charles Wesley was born just before Christmas in 1707. When he was eight years old, he was taken to London to attend Westminster School. At age thirteen, he became a King's Scholar at Westminster. Upon graduating, he enrolled at Oxford. He was nineteen and full of life. He later said, "My first year at college I lost in diversions." At age 31, he wrote, "I now found myself at peace with God, and rejoiced in hope of loving Christ. I saw that by faith I stood." At about the same time he wrote in his journal, "I began a hymn upon my conversion." We aren't certain which hymn he meant, but many historians think it was "And Can It Be," because of the vivid testimony of verse 4: Long my imprisoned spirit lay, Fast bound in sin and nature's night; My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed Thee.

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威斯敏斯特公學（Westminster School，又名西敏公學）是英國最負盛名的學校之一，該校取消了在中國開設一系列學院的計劃。這是因中共當局日益嚴厲的打壓，中國國際教育迅速擴張最引人注目的逆轉之一。 更多內容請見：https://www.epochtimes.com/b5/21/11/4/n13351945.htm 大纪元,大纪元新闻,大紀元,大紀元新聞,英國名校, 中共打壓, Westminster School, 威斯敏斯特公學, 西敏公學 Support this podcast

There is nothing more inspiring than a human steeped in their passion, in this case passion for humans and the return to the well - being of Earth and her richly diverse inhabitants, Erfan Firouzi is a joy and you are not going to want to miss this conversation! Erfan Firouzi is 17 years old, he lives in Dubai, UAE. He is currently studying at the Westminster School, Dubai. Erfan has always loved the natural world, and so started researching scientifically on animals and plants within the past 7 years or so. He was at first inspired by Sir David Attenborough and still till this day, Sir David serves as his role model. As David Attenborough says: “An understanding of the natural world and what's in it is a source of not only a great curiosity but great fulfillment.” Erfan Firouzi believes that until people understand how the natural works, they won't pay time or care about it. "We need to understand, to care and care, to save." Erfan has also learned that the natural world is dramatically fragile, yet if given the chance and care it can recover beyond our imagination, and since then he has been working extra hard, by creating documentaries, organizing online classes which teach young people about the natural world and “Nature Talks” where he talks with scientists and biologist regarding saving our beautiful planet.His website is a testament to his lifelong commitment to spreading awareness to younger generations by getting them closer to the natural world with the help of his preserved zoology and botany specimens. Erfan was recently the recipient of the "WeNaturalists" www.wenaturalists.com "storyteller with purpose" award. We congratulate him and hope you learn and enjoy this conversation as much as we did. “Our living planet is truly a very unique place, it provides us with our daily needs and support during hard times. It is now the time that we support our planet and its unique biodiversity." ~ Erfan Firouzi. Help re-wild the planet with Erfan at www.thewildlifefocus.com Emerging World Project Studios are located on Tongva Land s2.6 | music | axletree --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whatareyoudoinghere/message

Jon talks with Matthew Sullivan, Founder, and CEO of QuantmRE, about helping homeowners unlock equity in their homes without going into debt. Matthew is the founder and full-time chief executive officer and director of QuantmRE and has held this position since the Company's incorporation in December 2017. Since January 2015 Matthew has been the founder and president of Crowdventure, LLC, a real estate crowdfunding company. Matthew has also been a director of Secured Real Estate Income Strategies, LLC, (a real estate fund) since June 2016 and has been a co-founder and director of Secured Real Estate Income Fund I, LLC since May 2015. He is also the owner and president of Carbon Retirement, LLC, and has held this position since November 2014. In the late 90's he spent a number of years working alongside Richard Branson and his corporate finance team and was involved in a number of high profile Virgin projects, including the Virgin Global Challenger – the first attempt to fly around the world in a hot air balloon. He was involved in the creation of the Virgin Clothing Company, Virgin Cosmetics, Virgin Helicopters, Virgin Executive Jets and a number of other Virgin companies and was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin's London Air Ambulance service. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. In 1997 he chose an entrepreneurial path and founded Europe's first internet billing application service provider. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology and real estate sectors.   Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/  Website: https://jondwoskin.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/  Email: jon@jondwoskin.com  Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Matthew Sullivan: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/quantmre  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Quantm.one  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quantmre/  Website: https://www.quantmre.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quantm-one  Email: msullivan@quantmre.com 

Ever wonder what it's like to be a teen genius?Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with the Global Musical Phenom, 16-Year-Old Chinese Concert Pianist Shutian Cheng, discussing music, talent, and the discipline of art and life._____LINKSSubscribe to Shutian's YouTube Channel._____Shutian currently studies piano with Christopher Elton while being a music scholar at Westminster School in London.Shutian was a finalist (only one prize was awarded) in the 18-and-under category at the 8th James Waterhouse Piano Competition in Scotland (2018), and won first prizes in three categories at the Chelmsford Music Festival (2017) in England. Shutian was also awarded second place at the regional final of the EPTA-UK competition (2017). Shutian participates in music festivals such as MusicFest Perugia in Italy, where he performed the first movement from Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No.2, and Festival MusicAlp in France, where he gave recitals.Shutian also received guidance from Stephen Kovacevich, Ilana Vered, Boris Slutsky, Ursula Oppens, Marina Lomazov, Joseph Rackers and John Perry.Shutian, who was born in Beijing, began taking piano lessons at the age of 4 and gave his recital debut at the age of 7._____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy.Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.https://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTubeIn Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-conversation-with-frank-schaeffer/id1570357787 _____Support the show

Matthew is the founder and full-time chief executive officer of QuantmRE. A serial entrepreneur, he is the founder of Crowdventure.com and co-founder of two real estate funds. He spent a number of years working alongside Richard Branson and the Virgin corporate finance team in London, UK, where he was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin's London Air Ambulance. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK, and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. In 1997 he chose an entrepreneurial path and founded Europe's first internet billing application service provider. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology, and real estate sectors. Matthew is the author of 'Head First - A Roadmap for Entrepreneurs', host of the 'Hooked on Startups' podcast and holds a private helicopter pilot's license. (00:02 - 4:03) Opening Segment - Introduction of the host into the show - Alpesh introduces the guest of the show, Matthew - Matthew shares something interesting about himself (4:03 - 30:07) Alternative Real Estate Investing Method - Home equity contract, house reach, and cash flow what does that mean? - Rule of thumb in home equity - How would it work? with no deb - What happened in that case - What do you think about this asset class? Do you think it's the next big thing? - Equity appreciation - What are the risks for homeowners? can you specify those risks? - How do you differentiate QuantmRE from those competitors? (30:07 - 30:24) Break - Welcoming listeners and guest back to the show (30:24 - 37:51) Fire Round - Will Eloy change the business strategy after Coronavirus? – Matthew's favorite real estate, finance, or other related books – Tools or website Matthew recommends – Matthew's advice to beginner investors – How does Matthew give back? – How can Wealth Matters Podcast listeners reach out to Matthew? (37:51 - 38:53) Closing Segment If you want to learn more about the discussion, you can watch the podcast on Wealth Matter's YouTube channel and you can reach out to Alpesh using this link. Facebook: @wealthmatrs IG: @wealthmatrs.ig Tiktok: @wealthmatrs

In this episode we discussed the connection between Architecture and Faith, by talking to three historians, writers and heritage professionals about new approaches to considering the history of buildings used by communities of faith. Religious architecture has always been central to architectural history, because human societies have always been inspired to build beautiful and high status buildings as part of their religious practices. However in this conversation we addressed new ways of talking about religious architecture: examining what they might have meant to the communities that built them, exploring the avenues for adaptation and retention of religious buildings in a changing society and talking about how marginalised communities have created spaces for religious worship. Contributors: William Whyte is Professor of Social and Architectural History at St John's College, Oxford, writing about the architectural and material history of education, faith and society and serves as the Chair of the Oxford Preservation Trust. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect and design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture and wrote an architectural and social history of the British Mosque for Historic England. Rachel Morley is Director of Friends of Friendless Churches, an independent and non-denominational charity which cares for more than 50 former places of worship around Britain.

Host Phil Jones talks with Tim Downs, Westminster School athletic director, about the success of the school's athletic program. This year, Westminster won GHSA Class 3A state titles in volleyball, boys swim/dive, girls swim/dive, boys cross country, girls cross country, boys tennis, girls tennis, and girls soccer.

Matthew Sullivan is the Founder of and CEO of QuantmRE. In the late '90s, he spent a number of years working alongside Richard Branson and his corporate finance team and was involved in a number of high-profile Virgin projects, including the Virgin Global Challenger. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK, and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. In 1997, he chose the entrepreneurial path and founded Europe's first internet billing application service provider. Since then, Matthew has Founded and led companies in the UK, India, Australia, and the United States in the Finance, telecommunications, technology, and real estate sectors. Come and join Matthew and me, as we discuss home equity agreements — an alternative approach to financing your real estate investments. [00:01 – 05:17] Opening Segment I talk briefly about great values that await you in this episode Guest Introduction and backgroundWorking alongside Richard Branson Founding and leading various companies in the field of real estate [05:18 – 25:54] Home Equity Agreements How home equity agreements workUnlocking and accessing equity An alternative to financing your real estate investments Home Equity agreements compared to traditional loans Projections and keeping your investors happy Buying into the equity of someone else's property [25:55 – 31:19] Closing Segment A quick break for our sponsors What is the best investment you've ever made other than your education?Investing in things he has control over Matthew's worst investment What is the most important lesson that you've learned in business and investing?Find something you love and stick with it Connect with Matthew. See the links below.   Tweetable Quotes: “A Home Equity Agreement is not a loan, it's not a mortgage. It's an equity-based instrument that allows an investor to buy into the potential appreciation of the homes,” - Matthew Sullivan “The best investments I have made are in things I have control of. Because in that way I can see things from every angle, and I can make proper decisions based on information rather than trying to guesswork.” - Matthew Sullivan “Stick with something. Because the people that are most successful are the ones who find something they love and stick with it.” - Matthew Sullivan “The only way to make something work and be truly successful is through determination and perspiration as opposed to luck and inspiration.” - Matthew Sullivan Resources Mentioned:  QuantmRE ------------ Connect with Matthew on Linkedin and visit https://www.quantmre.com/  LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes.

In this episode, Hall welcomes back Matthew Sullivan, CEO and Founder of QuantmRE.   Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, QuantmRE is a real estate finance platform that originates and funds Home Equity Agreements. This new financial tool enables qualifying homeowners to get a cash lump sum from their home equity with no monthly payments, no interest and no added debt. A Home Equity Agreement is an equity based solution - it's not a reverse mortgage, it's not a loan and it's not a line of credit. Instead of charging interest, they take a share of the current equity together with a share of the appreciation if the value of the home goes up. They also share in the potential downside risk if the home decreases in value The QuantmRE platform has also been designed to enable a wide range of investors to fund these Home Equity Agreements, including retail investors. Their platform has been designed to be a secondary market exchange where investors can build, model, manage and trade individual portfolios of fractionalized Home Equity Agreements. Matthew is the founder of real estate crowdfunding platform Crowdventure.com and is a manager of two real estate funds. He worked with Richard Branson and his corporate finance team and was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin’s London Air Ambulance service. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. He was an early internet pioneer and has founded companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology and real estate sectors. Matthew shares where he sees the real estate industry going post-COVID-19, and what excites him now in the sector. He also updates Hall on the evolution of the company since his last interview some three years ago.  You can visit QuantmRE at , via LinkedIn at , and via Twitter at .   Matthew can be contacted via email at , via LinkedIn at , and via Twitter at  .  Music courtesy of .

As promised, Gabriela Duran's interview is now available in English as well (available in Spanish on this platform). Thank you to Westminster School and Dr. Estefania Olid's Translation class for making this episode possible. We wanted to bring Gabriela's words and thoughts to our English-speaking audiences, so this episode is a reading of the translated interview transcripts. Our Director of Development Natalia Garzón is reading Gabriela's dialogue and she invited her friend Juliana Arosemena to read the interviewer's part. We want to clarify that we took into consideration both racial and gender representation in the recording of this reading, and want to reiterate that the sole purpose of this is to bring our listeners closer to Gabriela's story. The words, thoughts, and feelings you will hear in this episode belong to Gabriela Duran.

We recently discussed abuse in schools, specifically public boarding schools. We looked at how cases of sexual and physical abuse were still coming to light against teachers or staff despite more stringent safeguarding measures being introduced. We discussed liability and actions available to victims. However, in the last few weeks more and more reports have started to surface regarding abuse of pupils by other pupils in schools, in what has concerningly become dubbed ‘the rape culture’. Westminster School hit the headlines when ex pupils compiled a 21 page dossier of rape culture claims. The claims document how female pupils were harassed and abused on a daily basis, having been forced to perform sex acts on male pupils. Further allegations included teachers buying a sex toy for a pupil. A number of other disturbing allegations included projecting images of female pupils on the whiteboard and asking teachers if they would “smash or not”. Victims disclosed how alcohol was used to intoxicate students by other students to enable them to rape them. Other allegations including having trousers pulled down in front of others, groping, harassment and rape. Younger pupils were deemed “fresh meat” by older pupils and sixth formers. Highgate School has commissioned an immediate external review after a number of pupils walked out of the school, after allegations that the rape culture was tolerated by staff. The school has been criticised for not investigating or acting on allegations of abuse. Dulwich school pupils planned a protest march which was cancelled due to the current COVID-19 pandemic following a report in The Times of over 100 accounts of sexual abuse at the school. A number of other schools have also been linked to similar allegations including St Pauls; Eton; and Latymer Upper School. Many of the named schools have now commenced internal investigations. England’s children commissioner, Rachel de Souza, has now stated that serious claims of sexual violence and harassment in schools must be reported to police in a response. Ofsted have also confirmed they will look to investigate. Maybe if mandatory reporting was in place such a call would not be necessary? An online campaign called 'Everyone's Invited' has now also been set up to encourage users to post anonymous testimonies of the abuse they have suffered at school. All schools are expected to have sufficient safeguarding procedures to prevent abuse. If a school employee (such as a teacher) has committed abuse, it is possible to make a civil claim against the individual’s employer on the basis of vicarious liability if it can be established that the abuse occurred during the course of employment or in a relationship akin to employment. When abuse is committed by another pupil this becomes more complicated, especially if they are also a minor. Whether a successful claim could be brought against the school would depend on the facts of the individual case. If the school had been informed of complaints of ongoing sexual abuse/or witnessed this and failed to step in/prevent such, the school in question may be deemed liable in a civil claim. The following organisations are available to contact for support: Victim Support Line: Offering emotional and practical support for anyone who has been a victim of crime. Telephone: 0808 1689 111 victimsupport.org.uk Rape Crisis: Services for women and girls who have been raped or have experienced sexual violence - 0808 802 9999 www.rapecrisis.org.uk  Survivors UK: Offers support for men and boys - 0203 598 3898 www.survivorsuk.org  NSPCC: help@nspcc.org.uk 0808 800 5000 Child Line: www.childline.org.uk/0800 1111 NAPAC: Offers support to adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse. www.napac.org.uk  We encourage anyone who has concerns about sexual abuse to get in touch. You can contact Alan Collins or Danielle Vincent.

“I remember being compelled during [my first] visit [to Gilman] by things that we hear a lot today. Body, mind, spirit. Multi-sport athletes. Sharing athletes and how the coaches who might coach your primary sport are going to be the ones who push you to play another sport. I think that was true then, and that is true now. And that's part of the legacy of the school that I hope to be able to help carry forward.” // Russell Wrenn ‘96 is the co-Athletic Director at Gilman School, an Upper School English teacher, and an assistant baseball coach. He has spent time as a football and baseball coach at Westminster School, Dickinson College, and Johns Hopkins University. Russell is a graduate of Washington & Lee University, where he played football and baseball. // On Episode #42 of the Path to Follow Podcast, Jake and Russell discuss managing athletic teams and schedules during the pandemic, staying eternally optimistic, Russell's favorite part of being a student at Gilman, body~mind~spirit, the teachers and coaches who played a significant role in Russell's development, Dan Christian and Dante's ‘Divine Comedy', “Dante is everywhere,” deciding to study English and geology in college, questions to consider as a potential collegiate athlete, current trends worth discussing in the world of youth & high school sports, pros and cons of club sports, athletic specialization versus generalization, fond memories as a Gilman athlete, qualities Russell looks for in a coach, JHU baseball coach Bob Babb, growing up during COVID, and Russell's book recommendation: 'Artificial Maturity' by Tim Elmore (2012). // Enjoy the episode? Please spread the word and follow @pathtofollowpod on all platforms. More to come! //​ Many, many thanks to the all-powerful Cesare Ciccanti for all of his efforts on podcast production. //

On this episode, we're talking the secrets of home equity release and how to enjoy the benefits of your equity before selling with Founder, CEO at QuantmRE, Matthew Sullivan!Watch at YouTube.MatthewMa.com !Matthew Sullivan is the founder and CEO of QuantmRE. Matthew is also the founder and president of Crowdventure, LLC, a real estate crowdfunding company. He is also the owner and president of Carbon Retirement, LLC. In the late 90s, he worked alongside Richard Branson and his corporate finance team and was involved in a number of high profile projects, including the Virgin Global Challenger – the first attempt to fly around the world in a hot air balloon. He was involved in the creation of the Virgin Clothing Company, Virgin Cosmetics, Virgin Helicopters, and Virgin Executive Jets and was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin's London Air Ambulance service. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology and real estate sectors. Reach out to Matthew Sullivan at msullivan@quantmre.com.Connect:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Quantm.one/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattsullivanco/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattsullivancoWebsite: QuantmRE.comLeave a review on iTunes and let me know what you think !Host: Matthew MaMatthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He's a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he's dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at Matt@MatthewMa.com.

On this episode, we’re talking the secrets of home equity release and how to enjoy the benefits of your equity before selling with Founder, CEO at QuantmRE, Matthew Sullivan!Watch at YouTube.MatthewMa.com !Matthew Sullivan is the founder and CEO of QuantmRE. Matthew is also the founder and president of Crowdventure, LLC, a real estate crowdfunding company. He is also the owner and president of Carbon Retirement, LLC. In the late 90s, he worked alongside Richard Branson and his corporate finance team and was involved in a number of high profile projects, including the Virgin Global Challenger – the first attempt to fly around the world in a hot air balloon. He was involved in the creation of the Virgin Clothing Company, Virgin Cosmetics, Virgin Helicopters, and Virgin Executive Jets and was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin’s London Air Ambulance service. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology and real estate sectors. Reach out to Matthew Sullivan at msullivan@quantmre.com.Connect:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Quantm.one/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattsullivanco/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattsullivancoWebsite: QuantmRE.comLeave a review on iTunes and let me know what you think !Host: Matthew MaMatthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at Matt@MatthewMa.com.

On this episode- a look at the history of elite Private Schools. with our guest Dr. Michelle Purdy author of Transforming the Elite:Black Students and the Desegregation of Private Schools, Following the Supreme Court ruling on Brown v. Board of Education which mandated desegregation of public schools, enrollment in private schools skyrocketed… but NOT for black students. Simply put, White families did not want to integrate. Eventually, some independent schools DID accept black students for fear of bad publicity and concerns about their tax exempt status. — he first Black students enrolled in southern private schools in the mid 1960s, but how welcome were those “fearless firsts?” In her book Transforming the Elite: Black Students and the Desegregation of Private Schools, our guest Dr. Michelle Purdy focuses on the Westminster School in Atlanta… yes, Lisa went there. Purdy attended St. Andrews Episcopal School in Jackson, MS and today as a professor of education at Washington University, she's continues to track the ways private schools struggle with creating a culture that sees and hears ALL students. This week we dive deep into what happened then, our own experiences and what's being said on the “Black@" accounts where students are sharing their own experiences of what it's like to be Black at a private school in the 2020s.See the full show notes at https://eracedpodcast.comIntro music by https://instagram.com/mikedupreemusic

We're all aware of Brown v. Board of Education, the unanimous 1954 Supreme Court decision that legally anyhow sent Jim Crow in separate but equal to the historical dystopian. But years earlier, in 1947, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued an opinion that helped blaze the trail to Brown. In Mendez v. Westminster, the court shielded children of Mexican ancestry from public school segregation in California. On April 14th, the 74th anniversary of a decision and the 20th anniversary of a documentary that lifted the Mendez case from the footnotes to the text of history, the Latino Judges Association is sponsoring a Continuing Legal Education program. That program is co-sponsored by Latino Justice PRLDEF, the Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission, CUNY Law School Center for Latinx Rights and Equality, the Historical Society of the New York State Courts and the New York State Judicial Institute. The Judicial Institute is also providing technical support.

Kevin Hudson is a history teacher at Gilman, World War I & II expert, Bible Study leader, assistant lacrosse coach, influential student advisor, and esteemed travel guide. // In Episode #14 of the Path to Follow Podcast, Jake and Kevin discuss Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning, the human capacity for evil, the rise of Adolf Hitler in Germany, Nazi propaganda, Kevin's WWI & II course curriculum, the flaws and biases of our perception of the past, Kevin's experience living in London for ten years, his time at Westminster School in Atlanta, and the blessing of teaching, coaching, and advising at Gilman School. // Enjoy this episode? Please subscribe to the Youtube channel and follow @pathtofollowpod on Spotify, Google Podcasts, PodBean, Instagram, and Twitter. // This production was made possible by the skillful mastery of Cesare Ciccanti.

Matthew is the founder and full-time chief executive officer and director of Quantm.One, Inc and has held this position since the Company’s incorporation in December 2017. Since January 2015 Matthew has been the founder and president of Crowdventure, LLC, a real estate crowdfunding company. Matthew has also been a director of Secured Real Estate Income Strategies, LLC, (a real estate fund) since June 2016 and has been a co-founder and director of Secured Real Estate Income Fund I, LLC since May 2015. He is also the owner and president of Carbon Retirement, LLC, and has held this position since November 2014. In the late 90’s he spent a number of years working alongside Richard Branson and his corporate finance team and was involved in a number of high profile Virgin projects, including the Virgin Global Challenger – the first attempt to fly around the world in a hot air balloon. He was involved in the creation of the Virgin Clothing Company, Virgin Cosmetics, Virgin Helicopters, Virgin Executive Jets and a number of other Virgin companies and was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin’s London Air Ambulance service. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. In 1997 he chose an entrepreneurial path and founded Europe’s first internet billing application service provider. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology and real estate sectors. https://www.quantmre.com/ https://launch.quantmre.com/book-int/  

Building equity in your home unlocks massive leverage and cash flow, but thanks to an antiquated system, very few people ever get to put that to use.    With $17.8 trillion of equity in single family homes, and 14.7 million homeowners with 50% or more in equity, this is a huge untapped asset class that’s right in front of us. Most people think the only way to leverage their equity is through a traditional bank loan, which they shy away from because it involves assuming more debt with monthly repayments. Fortunately there is a better way.    Equity-based financing allows us to access cash without eroding the upside with monthly payments. The idea is to make the equity in our homes work for us so we can actually live a better life and have more passive income, without the burden of structured debt.   How is this model different from the traditional model of borrowing on your equity from the bank? What is the difference between good debt and bad debt? How can we use our equity to improve our lives and reach more of our financial goals?    In this episode, I’m joined by serial entrepreneur, author, founder and CEO of QuantmRE, Matthew Sullivan. He shares how his company helps people take advantage of home equity with less downside, and what working with Richard Branson taught him about business. Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode Debt-based financing vs. equity-based financing The biggest issue with unlocking the equity in your home is that we can traditionally only do it by taking on more debt and eroding our wealth in the process. An equity-based model takes a different approach because the investors are partners in the ownership of your home, rather than lenders, so you don’t lose your base equity.   How some people are able to predict economic shifts and downturns For many people, the occurrences of this year have been a shock and seem to have come out of nowhere. When it comes to the economy, things are not truly unprecedented if we know the signs to look for. If we observe the trends and shifts of the past, we will see faint signals of what’s going to happen in the future.   Why small private funds are an easier way to access money for deals Regulation D and Regulation S exemptions are fund structures that someone can get started with quickly. The regulatory burden of this fund is very light, making it a great wealth building vehicle even for people who are just starting out.   Guest Bio- Matthew Sullivan is a serial entrepreneur and founder and CEO of QuantmRE. He is also the founder of Crowdventure.com and co-founder of two real estate funds. He spent a number of years working alongside Richard Branson and the Virgin corporate finance team in London, UK, where he was appointed a director and Trustee of Virgin’s London Air Ambulance.   Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. In 1997 he chose an entrepreneurial path and founded Europe’s first internet billing application service provider.   Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology and real estate sectors. Matthew is also the author of Head First - A Roadmap for Entrepreneurs, host of the Hooked on Startups podcast, and holds a private helicopter pilot's license.   For more information, visit https://quantmre.com. QuantmRE is currently raising capital on Republic. To contribute visit https://republic.co/quantmre.

Muskaan Gupta is a rising senior at the Westminster School in Atlanta, Georgia. She tells us about the end of the Spitzer Space Telescope’s impressive infrared science mission.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs. Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too! Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://astrogear.spreadshirt.com/ for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations. Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by Astrosphere New Media. http://www.astrosphere.org/ Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Metaphysical Theater Presents John Locke John Locke ; 29 August 1632 – 28 October 1704) was an English philosopher and physician, widely regarded as one of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers and commonly known as the "Father of Liberalism". Considered one of the first of the British empiricists, following the tradition of Sir Francis Bacon, he is equally important to social contract theory. His work greatly affected the development of epistemology and political philosophy. His writings influenced Voltaire and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, many Scottish Enlightenment thinkers, as well as the American revolutionaries. His contributions to classical republicanism and liberal theory are reflected in the United States Declaration of Independence. John Locke metaphysics miracle of awareness Portrait of Locke in 1697 by Godfrey Kneller, Locke was Born 29 August 1632 Wrington, Somerset, England Died 28 October 1704 (aged 72) High Laver, Essex, England Nationality English Alma mater Christ Church, Oxford Era 17th-century philosophy (Modern philosophy) Region Western philosophy School Empiricism Social contract Natural law Main interests Metaphysics, epistemology, political philosophy, philosophy of mind, education, economics Notable ideas Tabula rasa, primary/secondary quality distinction, social contract, consent of the governed, state of nature, Molyneux's problem. Lockean proviso, labor theory of property, law of opinion natural rights (rights of life, liberty and property) Influences Grotius, Descartes, Filmer, Pufendorf, Hobbes Influenced Hume, Kant, Berkeley, Voltaire, Rousseau, Shaftesbury, many subsequent political philosophers (including the Founding Fathers of the United States) Signature John Locke's kit-cat portrait by Godfrey Kneller, National Portrait Gallery, London baby does it make you Randy? Locke's theory of mind is often cited as the origin of modern conceptions of identity and the self, figuring prominently in the work of later philosophers such as David Hume, Rousseau, and Immanuel Kant. Locke was the first to define the self through a continuity of consciousness. He postulated that, at birth, the mind was a blank slate or tabula rasa. Contrary to Cartesian philosophy based on pre-existing concepts, he maintained that we are born without innate ideas, and that knowledge is instead determined only by experience derived from sense perception. This is now known as empiricism. An example of Locke's belief in empiricism can be seen in his quote, "whatever I write, as soon as I discover it not to be true, my hand shall be the forwardest to throw it into the fire." This shows the ideology of science in his observations in that something must be capable of being tested repeatedly and that nothing is exempt from being disproven. Challenging the work of others, Locke is said to have established the method of introspection, or observing the emotions and behaviours of one’s self. Life and work Locke's father, also called John, was a country lawyer and clerk to the Justices of the Peace in Chew Magna, who had served as a captain of cavalry for the Parliamentarian forces during the early part of the English Civil War. His mother was Agnes Keene. Both parents were Puritans. Locke was born on 29 August 1632, in a small thatched cottage by the church in Wrington, Somerset, about 12 miles from Bristol. He was baptised the same day. Soon after Locke's birth, the family moved to the market town of Pensford, about seven miles south of Bristol, where Locke grew up in a rural Tudor house in Belluton. In 1647, Locke was sent to the prestigious Westminster School in London under the sponsorship of Alexander Popham, a member of Parliament and his father's former commander. After completing studies there, he was admitted to Christ Church, Oxford, in the autumn of 1652 at the age of twenty. The dean of the college at the time was John Owen, vice-chancellor of the university. Although a capable student, Locke, John Metaphysical T

Go Back this is the metaphysical theater history lesson #5 John Locke John Locke FRS  29 August 1632 – 28 October 1704) he was an English philosopher and physician, widely regarded as a metaphysical poet baby. Locke's theory of mind is often cited as the origin of modern conceptions of identity and the self, figuring prominently in the work of later philosophers such as David Hume, Rousseau, and Immanuel Kant. Locke was the first to define the self through a continuity of consciousness. He postulated that, at birth, the mind was a blank slate or tabula rasa. Contrary to Cartesian philosophy based on pre-existing concepts, he maintained that we are born without innate ideas, and that knowledge is instead determined only by experience derived from sense perception.This is now known as empiricism. An example of Locke's belief in empiricism can be seen in his quote, "whatever I write, as soon as I discover it not to be true, my hand shall be the forwardest to throw it into the fire." This shows the ideology of science in his observations in that something must be capable of being tested repeatedly and that nothing is exempt from being disproven. Challenging the work of others, Locke is said to have established the method of introspection, or observing the emotions and behaviours of one’s self. Life and work Locke's father, also called John, was a country lawyer and clerk to the Justices of the Peace in Chew Magna, who had served as a captain of cavalry for the Parliamentarian forces during the early part of the English Civil War. His mother was Agnes Keene. Both parents were Puritans. Locke was born on 29 August 1632, in a small thatched cottage by the church in Wrington, Somerset, about 12 miles from Bristol. He was baptised the same day. Soon after Locke's birth, the family moved to the market town of Pensford, about seven miles south of Bristol, where Locke grew up in a rural Tudor house in Belluton. In 1647, Locke was sent to the prestigious Westminster School in London under the sponsorship of Alexander Popham, a member of Parliament and his father's former commander. After completing studies there, he was admitted to Christ Church, Oxford, in the autumn of 1652 at the age of twenty. The dean of the college at the time was John Owen, vice-chancellor of the university. Although a capable student, Locke was irritated by the undergraduate curriculum of the time. He found the works of modern philosophers, such as René Descartes, more interesting than the classical material taught at the university. Through his friend Richard Lower, whom he knew from the Westminster School, Locke was introduced to medicine and the experimental philosophy being pursued at other universities and in the Royal Society, of which he eventually became a member. Locke was awarded a bachelor's degree in February 1656 and a master's degree in June 1658. He obtained a bachelor of medicine in February 1675, having studied medicine extensively during his time at Oxford and worked with such noted scientists and thinkers as Robert Boyle, Thomas Willis, Robert Hooke and Richard Lower. In 1666, he met Lord Anthony Ashley Cooper, 1st Earl of Shaftesbury, who had come to Oxford seeking treatment for a liver infection. Cooper was impressed with Locke and persuaded him to become part of his retinue. Locke had been looking for a career and in 1667 moved into Shaftesbury's home at Exeter House in London, to serve as Lord Ashley's personal physician. In London, Locke resumed his medical studies under the tutelage of Thomas Sydenham. Sydenham had a major effect on Locke's natural philosophical thinking – an effect that would become evident in An Essay Concerning Human Understanding. Locke's medical knowledge was put to the test when Shaftesbury's liver infection became life-threatening. Locke coordinated the advice of several physicians and was probably instrumental in persuading Shaftesbury to undergo surgery (then life-threatening itself) to remove the cyst. S

Billie Eilish swept the Grammys this year. While her five gramophones are thanks to an experimental sound, it is possible she was able to create it because she is part of Generation Z. Several studies are showing that this group has a much more unique taste in music than previous generations. And we wanted to find out why. Chris Christodoulou, Senior Lecturer at Westminster School of Arts 02:01 #BillieEilish #BTS #GenerationZ

In this episode of Showcase; BAFTA 2020 00:57 Nancy Tartaglione, International Editor of Deadline.com 03:40 Ghent Altarpiece of van Eyck 09:51 Shortcuts 13:06 Generation Z's Playlist 14:18 Chris Christodoulou, Senior Lecturer at Westminster School of Arts 16:40 Ladj Ly's Les Miserable 21:36 #LesMiserables #GenerationZ #BAFTA

How to get bursaries and assisted places for top private schools The gift of education is one of the most valuable things you can give to your children. However, the cost of sending a child or grandchild to an independent or private (strangely, also known as a “public school”) school has soared well above the rate of inflation, yet the number of UK pupils in private education has never been higher. Why is this? Part of the answer is that more than £1bn a year of financial assistance is available to parents, enabling one in three students to have their school fees reduced or even waived, according to the FT. School fees have become a major problem for the middle classes in recent years. The cost of a private education is nearly 50% higher than a decade ago, according to data from the Independent Schools Council (ISC). Average fees for day pupils are now nearly £4,800 per term, or just over £14,000 a year. Fees are higher in the Southeast and London, where boarding school fees now average more than £13,000 a term — close to £40,000 per year, according to the ISC. Scholarships and bursaries have become a key factor in affordability, but many parents may not be aware of the level of help available. For instance, at some schools, parents who apply for means-tested support could qualify even if they have a household income of £90,000. Competition for the brightest children means that an increasing amount of assistance is being provided on a “needs blind” basis to pupils with a flair for particular subjects, such as music and sports. My Son won a music scholarship and bursary, which covered part of the fees, and a government assisted place scheme, which was later abolished by the Tony Blair government. The strict application criteria will vary for each school, but typically with a high level of financial disclosure required to obtain means-tested funding. Schools reject assistance requests from parents who own second homes or expensive properties. If the school senses parents could afford to pay the fees by downsizing their home, or asking grandparents for help, they will say so. Independent schools need to justify their charitable status, which has encouraged more generosity in the form of scholarships and means-tested bursaries. The ISC says that £800m of the £1bn provided in “fee assistance” last year came directly from the schools themselves. Over 175,000 ISC students currently enjoy some form of fee reduction, around half of these through means testing. The number of those receiving “free” fully paid places more than 6,000 pupils, an increase of 5 per cent year-on-year. Parents of children who win a scholarship can often also apply for a bursary — often referred to as an “assisted place”. In addition to help with school fees, financial help may be granted towards the cost of expensive uniforms, sports equipment, laptops, trips and other travel costs. The vast majority of this kind of financial assistance is directed at UK families, but many parents do not know how to access the increased funding. “Believe it or not, it’s quite a challenge for independent schools to get applications from the families for whom their bursaries are intended — gifted children from low-income families,” says Catherine Stoker, managing director of Independent Education Consultants, which advises parents on choosing the right school. “Scholarships and bursaries are certainly one of the most ‘searched for’ items on our website,” she says. “Parents often call us for advice on how to secure bursaries — it’s a confusing area. Parents who would be eligible often lack the confidence to call their local independent school and inquire about how to apply. Sometimes they don’t know bursaries exist.” In general, schools will seek to ascertain the “relevant income” — the gross household income less an amount of between £2,000 and £3,000 per dependent child. Having relevant income of £20,000 or less would usually qualify for full fees to be paid, but some schools will provide funding on a sliding scale of up to £90,000. Despite the fact that sending a child to a private school saves the state money, not everyone is happy that the children of relatively well-off middle class families are benefiting from charity. The Labour Party pledged to remove the VAT exemption on private school fees, and could go further by scrapping business rates relief which is granted to independent schools owing to their charitable status. The headmaster of the prestigious Stowe School said middle-class families who could have afforded to pay for private education a generation ago were now being “squeezed out because of affordability”. Assisted places are usually awarded for a set period when a pupil joins a school at the age of 11, although many schools offer specific bursaries to sixth-form entrants. Last year, £420m was provided in means-tested, as opposed to merit-based, fee assistance for pupils at ISC schools; an increase of nearly £160m since 2011. Special bursaries are available for pupils whose parents are in the armed forces, Church of England clergy, or who work for independent schools. There can also be favourable terms for second and subsequent siblings attending a school. As a parent, you will need to do your homework, researching the websites of the schools and applying early. Pupils will normally sit an entrance exam and many parents prepare them for this by taking them to extracurricular classes and cramming schools specialising in helping pupils pass. Top schools like Westminster School, founded in 1560 and earning its royal charter from Elizabeth I for offering help to 40 poor scholars, donate millions to help poorer children. Westminster currently allocates £1.4m a year to bursaries and these can pay up to the full fees of £29,709 per year, plus uniform, equipment and other school expenditure. Its website advises parents: “There are no exact financial criteria for bursaries but in judging a family’s needs, all income, essential expenditure, and all assets in savings, investments and property will be assessed. Where, for example, a home is considered to be too large, in an expensive area or where excess equity could be released, a family may be expected to downsize or remortgage as necessary to release funds. It is also expected that savings in shares, Isas, other investments and equity in second homes will be released. The school will then assess what level of bursary (between 10 per cent and 100 per cent of the fees) is needed.” Where parents live can also give children access to financial help as some bursaries were set up to benefit specific communities. At Harrow School, where Winston Churchill studied, pupils who have lived in London boroughs, including Barnet, Brent, Camden, City of London, Ealing or Hammersmith, for more than two years may be eligible for financial help from the John Lyons Foundation.   The choice of royalty, Eton College, charges boarding fees of more than £42,000pa, but more than one in five pupils receive some form of financial assistance. The school, whose alumni includes countless prime ministers (David Cameron and Boris Johnson), Prince William and Prince Harry, will spend £6.5m this year to support 273 of its 1,300 pupils. The average bursary covers two-thirds of school fees. “We are proud of our bursary and scholarship provision which last year saw 74 boys receiving 100 per cent fee remission and a further 208 boys receiving a range of financial assistance,” says the college. Eton aims to support one in four pupils in future, and is able to fund this from the school’s own resources and donations from its powerful network of alumni. The son of a Windsor pharmacist won a scholarship to pay the full boarding fees for his education at Eton. His father said: “Applying for the scholarship was very easy indeed, he told the FT. The information was readily available on Eton’s website. “At the time, so long as your child was under 10 years of age and had not been to a fee-paying school, you just had to contact Eton and ask to come and sit the scholarship test. “On the day, there were, I think, around 200 or so other children sitting it. It was a week or so before we were notified that they wanted him to come back again. At this follow-up day, there were around 6-10 children called back and they were involved in discussions rather than actual tests. Our son was offered a junior scholarship a few days later.” The income of both parents was assessed and Eton covered all the school fees. “We supplied a detailed list of our income and expenses and Eton then set a contribution level.” The parents paid “a small contribution each term” of around £750 plus any expenses such as dinners, laundry, and society subscriptions. “Our son got A star and A grades in everything, plus a clutch of school awards and went on to read English at Cambridge.” Word of the Day Hedge Fund A hedge fund is an official partnership of investors who pool money together to be guided by professional management firms, not unlike a mutual fund. A hedge fund manager raises money from outside investors and then invests it according to whatever strategy he or she has promised to use. There are hedge funds that specialise in "long-only" equities, meaning they only buy common stock and never sell short. There are hedge funds that engage in private equity, which is the buying of entire privately held businesses, often taking them over, improving operations, and later sponsoring an initial public offering. There are hedge funds that trade junk bonds. There are hedge funds that specialise in property and real estate. There are even hedge funds that put money to work in specialised asset classes such as patents and music rights. In other words, unlike a Mutual Fund or Unit Trust, hedge funds can invest in just about anything. There are more examples and practical steps to getting rich and being happy in my book, Yes, money can buy happiness, I cover the 3 R’s of Money Management, the Money B.E.L.I.E.F System and much more. Check it out on Amazon http://bit.ly/2MoneyBook.      

P.T. Barnum, Ivy Lee, Arthur Page, Eddie Bernays: the fathers of public relations. American, white, males. And then there’s the history of PR presented often as a linear, constant improvement, englighting…from manipulation and propaganda, to public information, to symmetrical communication, from corporations opposing activists and investigative journalists and calling them names like muckrakers to listening to them, collaborating with them and embedding their demands. What is this PR history teaching us? Are we missing anyone? Out guest today will help us find some answers. Dr Michaela O’Brien used to work in strategic communications and consultancy roles for nonprofits including Amnesty International, the British Library, Business in the Community, Carers UK and the Refugee Council before she joined academia. She is now heading the Westminster School of Media and Communication at the University of Westminster (that is overseeing about 21 undergraduate and post-graduate programmes to you and I), leading their master’s program in Media, Campaigning and Social Change at Westminster and hosting their Communication and Media Research Institute (CAMRI). One of her central research theme is activism and communication.

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR CHANNEL! In this episode we cover issues on identity, the evolution of mosques and places of worship, ideas on new sacred spaces and potential for common ground for the secular and religious. And we are proud to be joined by Shahed Saleem. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect, and a design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His particular research and practice interests are in the architecture of migrant and post-migrant communities, and in particular their relationship to notions of heritage, belonging and nationhood. His design work has been nominated for the V&A Jameel Prize 2013 and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2016. Shahed has recently released an incredible new book titled, ‘The British Mosque’, in partnership with Historic England. We reference this book throughout the episode – and I definitely recommend it. Watch the podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCispmZXt3_g4h9o3XsqoqaA/videos Music: Leaf by KV https://www.soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod/

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR CHANNEL! In this episode we cover issues on identity, the evolution of mosques and places of worship, ideas on new sacred spaces and potential for common ground for the secular and religious. And we are proud to be joined by Shahed Saleem. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect, and a design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His particular research and practice interests are in the architecture of migrant and post-migrant communities, and in particular their relationship to notions of heritage, belonging and nationhood. His design work has been nominated for the V&A Jameel Prize 2013 and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2016. Shahed has recently released an incredible new book titled, ‘The British Mosque’, in partnership with Historic England. We reference this book throughout the episode – and I definitely recommend it. Watch the podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCispmZXt3_g4h9o3XsqoqaA/videos Music: Leaf by KV https://www.soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod/

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR CHANNEL! In this episode we cover issues on identity, the evolution of mosques and places of worship, ideas on new sacred spaces and potential for common ground for the secular and religious. And we are proud to be joined by Shahed Saleem. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect, and a design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His particular research and practice interests are in the architecture of migrant and post-migrant communities, and in particular their relationship to notions of heritage, belonging and nationhood. His design work has been nominated for the V&A Jameel Prize 2013 and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2016. Shahed has recently released an incredible new book titled, ‘The British Mosque’, in partnership with Historic England. We reference this book throughout the episode – and I definitely recommend it. Watch the podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCispmZXt3_g4h9o3XsqoqaA/videos Music: Leaf by KV https://www.soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod/

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR CHANNEL! In this episode we cover issues on identity, the evolution of mosques and places of worship, ideas on new sacred spaces and potential for common ground for the secular and religious. And we are proud to be joined by Shahed Saleem. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect, and a design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His particular research and practice interests are in the architecture of migrant and post-migrant communities, and in particular their relationship to notions of heritage, belonging and nationhood. His design work has been nominated for the V&A Jameel Prize 2013 and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2016. Shahed has recently released an incredible new book titled, ‘The British Mosque’, in partnership with Historic England. We reference this book throughout the episode – and I definitely recommend it. Watch the podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCispmZXt3_g4h9o3XsqoqaA/videos Music: Leaf by KV https://www.soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod/

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR CHANNEL! In this episode we cover issues on identity, the evolution of mosques and places of worship, ideas on new sacred spaces and potential for common ground for the secular and religious.  And we are proud to be joined by Shahed Saleem. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect, and a design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His particular research and practice interests are in the architecture of migrant and post-migrant communities, and in particular their relationship to notions of heritage, belonging and nationhood. His design work has been nominated for the V&A Jameel Prize 2013 and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2016. Shahed has recently released an incredible new book titled, ‘The British Mosque’, in partnership with Historic England. We reference this book throughout the episode – and I definitely recommend it. Watch the podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCispmZXt3_g4h9o3XsqoqaA/videos Music: Leaf by KV https://www.soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod/

Welcome to the Design Talks podcast brought to you by Two Worlds Design; where we uncover the ways in which Architecture can create change, by sharing unique insights and ideas from extraordinary people. In this episode we cover issues on identity, the evolution of mosques and places of worship, ideas on new sacred spaces and potential for common ground for the secular and religious. And we are proud to be joined by Shahed Saleem. Shahed Saleem is a practicing architect, and a design studio leader at the University of Westminster School of Architecture. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His particular research and practice interests are in the architecture of migrant and post-migrant communities, and in particular their relationship to notions of heritage, belonging and nationhood. His design work has been nominated for the V&A Jameel Prize 2013 and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2016. Shahed has recently released an incredible new book titled, ‘The British Mosque’, in partnership with Historic England. We reference this book throughout the episode – and I definitely recommend it. Watch the episode on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCispmZXt3_g4h9o3XsqoqaA/videos  Music: Leaf by KV https://www.soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod/

Mimi Meets the brilliant Patrick Derham OBE, Headmaster of Westminster School, talking about his incredible journey to reach where he is now! A story of inspiration, of achievement and great humility and humbleness. An incredible man who has done so much for others! Mimi Meets is broadcasted live on a Sunday afternoon on Wycombe Sound the multi-award winning local radio station for High Wycombe. For More information: www.wycombesound.org.uk

Dr. Herasimenka in his own words: I have been involved in media production since 2006. My favourite time as a professional in the field includes seven years of work as a journalist, an editor and a media relation specialist. During that time, I authored hundreds of publications both analytical and journalistic for TV, radio, newspapers and the web. This work was honoured with national and international awards. Currently, I am a research associate and a visiting lecturer at Westminster School of Media and Communications, University of Westminster, United Kingdom. I am also a Fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States.As an activist of several NGOs, I followed the election processes in difficult environments like Russia, Belarus and Ukraine where elections are not necessarily associated with a "democratic procedure." Struggle for the world without borders (at least in Eastern Europe) was another great passion of that period of my life. Follow Dr. Herasimenka on Twitter @alesherasimenka. Thank you for listening! Recorded Live at the Glickman Conference Center at the University of Texas at Austin on April 25th, 2019. www.slavxradio.com Follow us on Twitter: @SlavXRadio Instagram: @slavxradio Facebook: /slavxradio Associate Producer: Tom Rehnquist Music: Charlie Harper www.charlieharpermusic.com Sound effects: Daniel Simion and Mike Koenig Executive Producer: Michelle Daniel Please note: The views expressed by Info Wars speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Slavic Connexion; the Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies; or the University of Texas at Austin. Special Guest: Aliaksandr Herasimenka.

Louis Theroux is a television documentary maker. He has received two BAFTAs and a Royal Television Society Award for his work which includes the series Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends and When Louis Met… Born in 1970, and brought up in south London, he is the son of the American writer Paul Theroux and the BBC World Service radio producer Anne Castle. He was privately educated at Westminster School and read History at Oxford, graduating with a first. He moved to the USA where he was introduced to the American documentary maker Michael Moore and started making segments on unusual subcultures for Moore’s show TV Nation. He was given his own series – Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends – by the BBC in the late 1990s and, after three series, he went on to present two series of When Louis Met…, which included Neil and Christine Hamilton, Max Clifford, Chris Eubank and Jimmy Savile. Since then, he has made dozens of documentaries, many of them in the USA. In 2016, he revisited his encounters with Jimmy Savile in the wake of Savile’s death and the surfacing of allegations of child sexual abuse. The same year, his only feature-length film, My Scientology Movie, was released. His most recent documentaries dealt with sexual assault on American campuses, mothers with post-natal mental illness, and escorting. BOOK CHOICE: Remembrance of things Past – Marcel Proust LUXURY: 40,000 piece Jigsaw puzzle CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: “Heaven on their Minds” from the album Jesus Christ Superstar Presenter: Lauren Laverne Producer: Cathy Drysdale

Nathaniel Schooler 0:23 Today I'm interviewing Chrissie Lightfoot and she's a legal futurist And CEO of Entrepreneur Lawyer Ltd and CEO of Robot Lawyer Lisa; a tool that you can use to create contracts and NDAs. You don't even need to use a real lawyer! She's been mentioned as a cool vendor in AI for small and medium sized businesses by Gartner Inc. She has won all sorts of awards in Entrepreneur Magazine, as a top 10 lawyer turned entrepreneur adviser to the board of the Telegraph's digital enterprise network. Her blog was selected by Feed Spot as one of the top 50 entrepreneur blogs on the web. She's an honorary visiting fellow at the University of Westminster School of Law on AI and robots in law. In this really interesting episode, we talked about entrepreneurial thinking and entrepreneurial skills; key really for actually staying away from being disrupted by technology which is happening fast. Nathaniel Schooler Hi there Chrissie, it's lovely to speak with you after this all this time; I am really interested to learn more about the Robot Lawyer Lisa. Which is from what I understand an AI powered contract creation tool right? Chrissie Lightfoot 2:02 Yeah, absolutely. Nathaniel it's first of all, great to speak with you after so long. But yes, essentially you've got it, Robot Lawyer Lisa is the world's first impartial AI lawyer, we branded her and we've given her personality. So she has her own Twitter stream, YouTube and Facebook. We built a system whereby lay people and business people can create documents between themselves. So there's no need for any human system involvement whatsoever. It's done in a way that is unique. We're the first company to go to market where the system works totally bilaterally and is transparent, hence being impartial. So its objective as well. So two people can use the system and they're educated and made aware of the legal and commercial nuances of what's involved in the particular legal contract. So, we've had a lot of interest. I mean, the flagship tool, our MVP went to market back in beta mode in November 2016 and was launched April 2017 after feedback. It is being used now in about 80 countries worldwide. So we're very pleased with the take-up. What it does tell us is that there is a real need and demand for this type of product, this bilateral product, but it's a completely new way for users to behave. And certainly from a supplier perspective, it's been a good learning curve for us. Having to be agile and respond to our customers needs and demands as to how they're feeling about using it. We were talking to customers and they identified the contracts that would be really useful in this day and age and how people live and work is going to automatically in the next decade or two. So we focused in on creating some property contract tools. So we've done a lodger agreement; a short-hold tenancy agreement, also known as a residential lease and the commercial lease as well. So we are particularly focusing on helping the mass market and majority of people who have been neglected by traditional law firms and solicitors and bringing cheaper, easier, faster more efficient quality product to the marketplace. The feedback has been fantastic and we're just moving into first sales territory with distribution channels, ie. bigger companies, the end users are lay people or small businesses, we're quite pleased with how the company is progressing. In this day and age, you've got to be very entrepreneurial, and being able to flex and adapt and where you thought the market might be, or how you go to market. We've had to assess it, each corner, in each turn and deflect and where we failed in some areas, we've picked up on that and learned and tried new areas. And eventually, we found our sweet spots. It's taken 18 months or so from getting some initial product out there, testing it, piloting it, working with the design and fitting in with the normal trend of how people; the customers are ...

The QuantmRE Network is a membership based network built on blockchain technology that facilitates the primary issuance and secondary trading of investment tokens backed by fractional equity interests in single family residences. We enable homeowners to release the dead money tied up in the equity in their homes without having to take on more debt. Matthew Sullivan bio Matthew is the founder and CEO of QuantmRE. He is a serial entrepreneur, author and host of the Hooked On Startups podcast. He worked with Richard Branson’s Corporate Finance Team in the Virgin Group and was a director and trustee of Virgin’s London Air Ambulance. Matthew went to Westminster School in London, UK and studied Law at Birmingham University before pursuing a career in finance and stockbroking, specializing in the South East Asian markets. In 1997 he founded Europe’s first internet billing application service provider. Since then he has founded and led companies in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and the United States in the finance, telecommunications, technology, crowdfunding and real estate investment sectors. Links: www.quantmre.com

A conversation between NNSP Executive Director, Blake Kohn and the Executive Director of Westminster's Center for Teaching, Bob Ryshke. Learn about the development of the inspiring professional development collaboration between Westminster School and Drew Charter School.

THE ART OF HIGH PERFORMANCE If you’ve ever been involved in Australian netball or any female sport in South Australia, then you’ll be no stranger to this week’s guest, the relentless Jane Woodlands-Thompson. Jane is the only dual premiership coach (now former) in the history of the ANZ Championship netball competition, has studied High Performance with the Australian Sports Commission and is the current Head of High Performance at Westminster School. Jane’s specific essay question was: “After more than ten years dealing with the most elite netballers, in arguably the best netballing nation in the world; a scholarship to study High Performance at the Sports Commission; and now, Head of High Performance at Westminster School, you have lived High Performance at all ends of the spectrum. What is your definition of a High Performer? And are they brought about by Nature or Nurture?” Jane I spoke of her own experiences with family, her current role and the necessity for improved planning. We discussed stories of failure, recovery and triumph among her years with the Adelaide Thunderbirds. And best of all, I was given a straight to point, narrow view of what it takes to be a high performer – zero frills, just the way we like it. Enjoy the show.   Show Notes 00.00 : 02.46 – Intro & Adverts 02.47 : 03.49 - WWO Intro 03.50 : 07.40 - Jane and her current role, why do schools need High Performance Coaching 07.41 : 12.30 - Focus 12.31 : 14.34 - Faith in your pathway 14.35 : 22.10 - Who is Jane Woodlands-Thompson 22.11 : 27.59 - Know yourself to know what works 28.00 : 33.50 - Essay Question 33.51 : 38.40 - Talent ID tools 38.41 : 45.55 - Resilience & High Performance 45.56 : 53.50 - 'Action Statements' and a little luck 53.51 : 57.35 - Cultivating Belief 57.36 : 1.02.45 - Why so driven? 1.02.46 : 1.05.20 - JWT's inspiration 1.05.21 : 1.06.55 - Brutal Jane 1.06.56 : 1.08.05 - School Morning Mantra 1.08.06 : 1.09.35 - Oz' Take Aways 1.09.36 : 1.11.22 - JWT most ambitious 1.11.23 : 1.12.26 - Thanks and Wrap Up.  e: mp@wordswithoz.com www: wordswithoz.com IG: @WordsWithOz  

Chrissie Lightfoot – CEO Robot Lawyer LISA, Legal Futurist During this podcast, I chat with Chrissie about Robot Lawyer LISA, an artificial intelligence solution that allows you to create non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), business leases, residential leases and lodger agreements together with the other party, saving your money and other legal costs. LISA’s machine impartiality means it can act on behalf of both the creator of the document and receiver, negating the need for human lawyers for both parties. But first, here’s a bit more about my impressive friend and guest… Chrissie Lightfoot is one of the World’s Top Female Futurists. She is a prominent international legal figure, entrepreneur, legal futurist, legaltech investor, writer, international keynote speaker, legal and business commentator (quoted periodically in The Times, Financial Times, Forbes, The Economist and CNN), solicitor (non-practicing), Honorary Visiting Fellow at the University of Westminster School of Law, and author of best-seller The Naked Lawyer and Tomorrow`s Naked Lawyer: NewTech, NewHuman, NewLaw – How to be successful 2015 to 2045. She is CEO and founder of EntrepreneurLawyer Ltd and as the visionary and creator of Robot Lawyer LISA - the world’s first impartial AI lawyer – is CEO and co-founder of AI Tech Support Ltd (trading as Robot Lawyer LISA).  In 2013 she was honoured as `Legal Professional of the Year 2013` and a `Top 100 International Executive`. Since 2014 Chrissie has been asked to attend many thought-leadership roundtables at the Royal Society, the Law Society of England and Wales, the Legal Services Board and Ministry Of Defence with regard to new law, regulation, policy and strategies to be considered in light of the rise of AI, robots and machine learning in society and law. In 2017 EntrepreneurLawyer was selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 50 Entrepreneur Blogs on the web, Chrissie became an advisor to the board of The Telegraph’s Digital Enterprise Network, was listed as one of the Top 10 Lawyer’s turned Entrepreneur in Entrepreneur magazine and made the shortlist as a finalist in the UK Enterprise Awards. Chrissie is also an Entrepreneur Mentor at Law Without Walls; featured in Time Magazine, The Financial Times and Forbes. Questions? Want more information? Just need to connect with Chrissie? Click here to get started http://robotlawyerlisa.com and http://entrepreneurlawyer.co.uk Please enjoy past and upcoming podcast at the http://MitchJacksonPodcast.com

Visionary educator Dr Stephen Spurr is an expert in emerging trends in the international education sector, focusing on the skills and knowledge needed to prepare students for future challenges. He is group education director at Inspired Education Group and a former headmaster at Westminster School in the UK.

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The Halli Casser-Jayne Show is taking a look at World War II through the eyes of two well-known writers of historical novels, the award-winning author Pam Jenoff and James MacManus. Pam Jenoff has written several novels, including the Quill Award nominee, THE KOMMANDANT'S GIRL. Jenoff is a graduate of George Washington University, Cambridge and Penn Law. She served as the special assistant to the Secretary of the Army. In 1996, after moving over from the Pentagon to the State Department, she was assigned to the U.S. Consulate in Krakow, Poland where she developed an expertise in Polish-Jewish relations and the Holocaust. THE WINTER GUEST is her latest book, the story of twin sisters fighting for survival in Nazi occupied Poland and the mysterious American pilot that lands on their doorstep. London born James MacManus was educated at Westminster School and graduated from St. Andrews University. He has worked for the Daily Express and the Guardian first as a reporter and then as a foreign correspondent. He moved to The Times where he serves as Managing Director of the Times Literary Supplement. He is the author of several novels including BLACK VENUS and OCEAN DEVIL made into a film starring Jonathan Rhys Meyers. His latest book SLEEP IN PEACE TONIGHT takes place in 1941 London, and brings to life the tale of Harry Hopkins, the adviser to Franklin D. Roosevelt dispatched to London on the eve of the Second World War and the history-making relationship he forms with Britain's Prime Minister Winston Churchill. History, romance, World War II with respected authors Pam Jenoff and James MacManus on The Halli Casser-Jayne Show, Talk Radio for Fine Minds.For more information on The Halli Casser-Jayne Show visit http://bit.ly/hcjshow

August 7, 2014 - Read the full GoodCrowd.info article and watch the interview here: http://bit.ly/1zUYrV5. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by clicking here: http://bit.ly/ymotwitunes or on Stitcher by clicking here: http://bit.ly/ymotwstitcher. Recently, I had the opportunity to meet Seymor Segnit, the host of the new crowdfunding podcast, The Kickass Crowdfunding Show. He’s a delightful Brit now living in New York. He’s also been successful in many other arenas, including as an inventor who launched via crowdfunding on Indiegogo. More about thingCHARGER: thingCHARGER is an awesome, simple new charger design which Seymour & his wife Amy invented one day while frustrated with all the messy wires and chargers at their home. A few months later they launched it on Indiegogo and it quickly became the most successful crowdfunded mobile accessory of all time! Delighted with and grateful for the response to their own campaign and wanting to help others succeed at crowdfunding they’ve now launched The Kickass Crowdfunding Show - available on iTunes, YouTube and KickassCrowdfunding.com - to speak with the most interesting people in crowdfunding today and gleen the secrets we can all use to have amazing campaigns. Seymour’s bio: While fiddling with a mess of wires trying to charge the family’s collection of phones, iPads and a Kindle recently, Seymour had a simple idea for a new kind of charger… made a film describing it and put the idea on Indiegogo.com to see if anyone would like it. thingCHARGER raised $647,000 to become the all-time #1 crowdfunded mobile accessory and is now in final development for production. Born in 1963, Seymour grew up in London where he went to Westminster School the ancient institution in the shadow of Westminster Abbey (and just a stone’s throw from the Houses of Parliament.) After studying Engineering at Oxford University he worked for two of the world’s largest advertising agencies before a stint as a ski guide & host in the Alps, then submitted to the siren call of broadcasting and worked in British radio for several years, including 12 months at the mighty 95.8 Capital FM London. Born both a British and US citizen, Seymour moved to California in 1997 where he co-founded Bizfinity, a VC-funded Silicon Valley Web 1.0 “start-up that went belly-up”. After training in NLP in 2002 he founded CTRN: Change That’s Right Now, an organization that helps folks around the world to overcome serious fears and phobias. CTRN has now served thousands of customers in, at last count, 73 countries. His self-help program Vanquish Fear & Anxiety is widely acclaimed. Seymour and his beloved wife Amy live an hour north of Manhattan in an old brick house overlooking the Hudson River with their younger daughter (coincidentally also named Hudson) and occasionally their older daughter Nina.

MUSIC FOR LIFE with PETER MUIR Ph.D, DIP IMH Dr. Peter Muir is the co-founder and co-director of the Institute for Music & Health (IMH) and has been involved in teaching music for twenty years. He is former Director of Jazz and Head of Keyboards at Westminster School, London and has taught as an adjunct instructor for the City University of New York. The key philosophy of IMH is the use of music to promote wellness for individuals and society in general. Dr. Muir’s work is based on The Diamond Method for Music drawn from the life-work of John Diamond, MD

Owen Bennett-Jones visits two of the world's leading educational establishments - Harvard University and Westminster School - to ask how they get such good results.