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Late Diagnosis, Loud Music and Parenting Neurodivergent Kids with Terry Bolton

Terry brings an honest, funny, and at times deeply personal perspective to a conversation that [...]

SEND Reforms – what does it mean for trusts with Simon Tanner and Helen Bray

Dale is joined by Helen Bray, Director of Inclusion at St Francis CMAT, and Simon [...]

Hyperfocus: From Survival to Superpower with Emma Muir

Dale and Emma have a fascinating conversation about whether ADHD is actually a superpower - [...]

Beyond the Classroom: Sensory Support at Home with Natasha Grays

Natasha Grays, founder of The Sensory Haven, joins Dale to discuss sensory support at home [...]

Rethinking Wellbeing of Neurodivergent Children in School with Charlotte MacDougall

Charlotte MacDougall, a neurodivergent specialist, joins Dale to discuss how we need to rethink wellbeing [...]

The Power of Play Schemas with Ange Anderson

Ange Anderson, Therapeutic SEND Advisor, joins Dale to discuss how play schemas can help adults [...]

A Million Families Waiting: Can AI Help? with Ben Cosh

Dale is joined by Ben Cosh, founder and CEO of Sylva, to discuss AI in [...]

Behind the Mask: Autistic Burnout and Eva’s Story with Sarah Griffiths

Sarah Griffiths, children's author, meditation teacher, and parent advocate, joins Dale to discuss autistic burnout [...]

What do we mean by trauma informed practice? with Dr Asha Patel

Trauma-informed practice is one of those phrases everyone nods along to - but how many [...]

Where are specific learning difficulties in the SEND reforms? with Louise Selby and Janet Goring

Dale is joined by Louise Selby, a dyslexia specialist, and Janet Goring, an SpLD specialist, [...]

DLD and SEND Reform: No Child Left Behind with Jane Harris

Dale is joined by Jane Harris, Chief Executive of Speech and Language UK, to discuss [...]

We need to talk about the neurodivergent teachers in our schools with Chris Benson

Dale is joined by Chris Benson, founder of Headfirst Consulting and ND Chat, to discuss [...]

Why every school needs a SENCO on the senior leadership team with Lisa Pinkerton

Dale is joined by Lisa Pinkerton, Head of Education at Widgit Software and former primary [...]

It’s Not What It Looks Like: Screen Time and Neurodivergent Children with Dr Daniel Weisberg

When you see a child glued to a screen, it's easy to make assumptions. But [...]

Leadership in Social Impact Education with Ed Robbins

For some children and young people, the traditional school system has already failed them - [...]

Empowered: Student Self-Advocacy in Schools with Claire Cannon and Alice Phillips

When schools stop doing things *to* students and start doing things *with* them, everything changes.

Removing the fear of reading with Vicki Edgar

For many neurodivergent children, reading isn't just difficult - it's frightening. And without the right [...]

What do neurodiverse girls need to know about romance? with Kim McCabe

Neurodiverse girls are often loyal, perceptive, and generous - qualities that are real strengths, but [...]

Wellbeing, Culture and Inclusion with Cathal Lynch

Wellbeing, culture, and inclusion are more than buzzwords - but too many schools tick the [...]

Neurodiversity and Sport: Creating Safe, Inclusive Spaces Where Neurodivergent can Thrive with Liz Day

Sport has the potential to be a powerful, positive force in the lives of neurodivergent [...]

Living with Hearing Loss and Deafness with Samantha Baines

This Deaf Awareness Week, we welcome Samantha Baines to the podcast to explore what it’s [...]

*Special Episode* Who will be SEND?

This is a special episode focusing on who will actually be SEND under the new [...]

Barriers to Mental Healthcare for Autistic People with Dr Joanna Grace

Did you know that a third of autistic people experience serious mental health challenges? This [...]

Rare but Recognisable: Isla’s FOP Story with Nicky Muller

Today is Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Awareness Day, and to mark the occasion we’re sharing [...]

Supporting Young People with Long-Term Illness in Education with Josh Pelled

Bright Futures’ research estimates that around 270,000 young people (age 5–24) miss 20% or more [...]

Assessing Complex Learners with Jordan Garrett

Jordan brings a wealth of experience from specialist and mainstream settings, plus years of curriculum [...]

Understanding PANS and PANDAS: Bridging the Gap in Education and Health with Tina Coope

Tina explains how PANS and PANDAS present, why they’re often missed, and what schools can [...]

Understanding Epilepsy’s Impact on Children and Young People with Catherine Hodder

Epilepsy is one of the most common conditions affecting children and young people, yet it [...]

Supporting children with Down syndrome to reach their full potential with Sarah Holton

Sarah is a specialist advisory teacher and parent to two children, one of whom has [...]

*Special Episode* Fixing a Broken System: Response to the White Paper with Dales Pickles

A special episode of Dale's published response and reflections - not just on the White [...]

Young Carers: Voices That Matter with Kasia Thompson

Young carers often take on adult responsibilities, balancing school, social life, and caregiving, all while [...]

Working Effectively with TAs with Sara Alston

Teaching Assistants (TAs) are the unsung heroes in schools - and an incredible resource. Yet [...]

Navigating EHCPs: Effectiveness and Exploring the SEND Reform with Nana-Kofi Okyere

SEND in Later Education: The Facts, Laws, and Real Stories with Chris Lefcovitch

In this insightful discussion, they delve into the complexities surrounding Education, Health and Care Plans [...]

Screens, Meltdowns and Power Struggles with Dr Daniel Weisberg

Screen time is one of the most common concerns raised by parents, schools and professionals, [...]

Therapeutic Effect of Birds of Prey with Angela Norwood

Angela discusses her remarkable journey from working as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant specialising in autism [...]

Are you a Sensory Elephant or Mouse? with Ali Neal

Ali discusses how sensory processing impacts daily life, particularly for children and individuals in educational [...]

Supporting Neurodiverse Girls Through Puberty and the Transition to Secondary School with Kim McCabe

Puberty can be a challenging time, but for neurodiverse girls, it can feel like navigating [...]

Charting a Neuroinclusive Future: Why Systemic Change Starts with Education with Liz Day, Victoria Bagnall, Pete Jarrett and Fintan O’Regan

Featuring Liz Day, Victoria Bagnall, Dr Helen Ross, Fintan O'Regan, and Pete Jarrett the panel [...]

Navigating Ofsted’s New Framework: What You Need to Know for SEND with Adam Sproston

With the launch of the new Ofsted framework at the end of last year, you [...]

From Classroom to Career: The Power of Supported Internships with Kirsty Matthews

Kirsty sheds light on the challenges faced by young people with learning disabilities in the [...]

Helping Learning To Stick with Dr Susie Nyman

This episode is packed with valuable strategies that can transform classroom practices and support inclusive [...]

How to Make an Effective Education, Health and Care Plan with Ekaterina Harrison

Despite being central to support for children with SEND, the Education, Health, and Care Plan [...]

Sensory Struggles With Eating with Dr Joanna Grace

Eating is essential for our health and well-being, yet it can become a source of [...]

Adaptive Teaching Through 5 Phases of the Lesson with Sara Alston

In this insightful episode, Sara breaks down the five phases of a lesson and discusses [...]

Sensory Processing – Exactly How Does It Impact On Daily Life? with Ali Neal

Ali discusses how sensory processing impacts daily life, particularly for children and individuals in educational [...]

Breaking the Cycle: How Informed Parents Can Change the SEND System with Samantha Ryan

Navigating the SEND system can be overwhelming, and many parents find themselves without essential information [...]

Introducing ITV’s Play Time – the groundbreaking new TV show championing SEND children with Céin McGillicuddy and Andy Kinnear

Céin and Andy share their behind-the-scenes experience of creating Play Time, their inspiration for the [...]