Best Adam Boxer Podcasts (2025)

1
What have the unions ever done for us? 49:12

Play Pause

4d ago49:12

49:12

In this episode, Amy and Adam are joined by Neil Butler. Neil has dedicated his life to teachers' workload and conditions as a veteran activist for the NASUWT. Tune in for a discussion that spans half a century of union activism and changes in the professionalism and standards in schools

1
ADHD, Somatics and Making Your Onion into a Cake 24:34

9d ago24:34

24:34

Find Kris on Substack Sarah Baldwin and nervous system regulation Stutz and taking a peek at shadow workBy Kris Adams

1
Is safeguarding training enough, and how to provide instructional coaching if someone's already a great teacher? 58:40

11d ago58:40

58:40

In this episode Adam and Amy take listener questions around safeguarding training, instructional coaching and even more!

1
How do I get students to work quietly? 53:36

1M ago53:36

53:36

In this episode, Adam and Amy take questions from the listeners on participation, engagement, CPD and behaviour management.

1
Should we ditch exam results day and what is dialogic teaching? 52:22

1M ago52:22

52:22

In this episode, Adam and Amy look at government plans to potentially scrap exam results day, how study leave varies across the sector and Robin Alexander's dialogic teaching.

1
Why is CPD broken, and what can be done to fix it? 1:00:30

2M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

In this episode, Adam and Amy delve into the launch of Carousel's new CPD offering, Carousel Teaching. They also take another look at Adolescence and shared parental leave.

1
What's in the curriculum review so far? 53:52

2M ago53:52

53:52

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by Jonathan Simons from Public First to talk all things education policy, with a particular focus on the Curriculum and Assessment Review interim report.

1
How does the teacher experience compare between the UK and US, and more with Grainne Hallahan from Teacher Tapp 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

Adam and Amy are joined by Grainne to explore more data from Teacher Tapp. How do schools in the UK and US compare according to those who work there, how is shared parental leave used, and much more. They also pay tribute to the wonderful Dawn Cox who sadly passed away recently. Dawn was not only a lovely person, but was completely committed to edu…

1
Should we show Adolescence in schools? 51:28

3M ago51:28

51:28

In this episode, Adam and Amy take questions from the listeners and discuss Keir Starmer's backing of Netflix's plans to have Adolescence screened in schools. Also on the menu is responding to feedback and clarifying some of our positions on private schools.

1
How can lessons from the school system be helpful in prisons? 1:09:08

3M ago1:09:08

1:09:08

In this episode Adam and Amy are joined by Natasha Porter from UnlockedGrads. Loosely based on TeachFirst, Unlocked aims to break the cycle of prisoner re-offence and ex-teacher Natasha has some incredible insights into schools, the justice system and how wider society views crime and criminals

1
What is evidence based practice? With special guest Alex Quigley 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

In this episode, Alan and Amy are joined by one of the biggest names in evidence based education: Alex Quigley. Tune in for discussions about how teaching has improved in light of the evidence, and where we still have to grow.

1
Mobile phones, private schools, and the need for long term memory strategies 56:09

3M ago56:09

56:09

In this episode, Adam and Amy go over a couple of recent news stories about private schools and children's access to mobile phones and the internet. They also talk about long term memory strategies and the importance of thinking about learning over time rather than just in the moment.

1
Are there too many education books, and should we dress up for world book day? 57:55

4M ago57:55

57:55

In this episode Adam and Amy breach the topic of World Book Day. Dreaded by some, celebrated by others, to what extent is it a force for good in promoting a love of books? Also, Adam and Amy discuss their favourite education books and wonder if there are too many education books.

1
How do I ask for more pay, and what's the best way to run line management meetings? 52:30

4M ago52:30

52:30

In this episode of Question Time, Adam and Amy take questions from the listeners, covering behaviour, pay related progression, line management and long term memory strategies. Tune in and share!

1
Why don't schools improve? With Dr James Mannion 58:36

4M ago58:36

58:36

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by James Mannion in order to explore his new book and all things school improvement. Helping schools to get better seems to be an uphill task, so what tips does James have for us?

1
Have Ofsted big listened to teachers? 43:30

5M ago43:30

43:30

Gráinne's back! Here to unpack more great data from Teacher Tapp. We explore what teachers really think about what would make an adequate Ofsted inspection, and what challenges surprised people when starting the profession.

1
Is bad behaviour my fault, and how to recruit and be recruited 54:20

5M ago54:20

54:20

In this episode, Adam and Amy give TONS of awesome advice for teachers looking for new jobs and schools looking to recruit. Not to be missed, whatever side of the interview table you might, or might not, be sitting at.

1
Everyone's Ill 1:24

5M ago1:24

1:24

Due to illness They Behave For Me takes an unplanned break, back next week!

1
What's Labour's massive education bill going to change? 56:06

5M ago56:06

56:06

In this episode, Adam and Amy sit down with John Dickens, editor of Schools Week, to discuss the potential ramifications of Labour's new education bill.

1
What's your teaching new year's resolution and should your lessons be fun? 51:40

5M ago51:40

51:40

In this episode, Adam and Amy go over some potential resolutions that might supercharge your teaching this year. They also spend some time looking at the big education stories of the Christmas break like Martyn Oliver's answers to the Commons Education committee and whether or not lessons should be fun.…

1
Are we doing safeguarding training wrong? 47:48

6M ago47:48

47:48

In this episode, Adam and Amy go through questions from the listeners, and open with a corker about safeguarding. Our training always focuses on the legalities of identifying, recording, and communicating disclosures. But does it fail to teach us how to be human?

1
Why have complaints and allegations against teachers increased? With special guest Alistair Wood, CEO of Edapt. 57:02

6M ago57:02

57:02

In this episode, Adam and Amy welcome Alastair Wood , CEO of Edapt to the show. Alastair has a wealth of knowledge on all things employment, and walks us through the major issues facing teachers in terms of employment law, allegations and complaints. He also gives some tips on how to protect yourself in the workplace. Not to be missed!…

1
How are Ofsted managing to make things even worse? 28:31

7M ago28:31

28:31

With Ofsted leaking documents about their new report card proposals, Adam and Amy debate Ofsted, Progress 8, colour blindness, and discovery based learning.

1
Why is everything broken, and how do we fix it? With special guest Sam Freedman 53:18

7M ago53:18

53:18

In this episode, Adam and Amy interview Sam Freedman, one of the finest political commentators around. Sam takes Adam and Amy on a journey through education policy in a bid to explain why everything is broken and how we might go about fixing it.

1
I think my school is getting things wrong. What should I do? 31:48

7M ago31:48

31:48

Join Adam and Amy as they dive into the most common question they get, which is around what to do if your school is trying to get you to so something that professionally you don\t agree with. There are, unfortunately, no easy answers. :(

1
Should we ditch Shakespeare? 51:44

7M ago51:44

51:44

In this episode, Adam and Amy delve into the English curriculum and look at whether the calls to ditch Shakespeare in favour of more modern texts are warranted or do violence to our cultural heritage.

1
What does one of the country's leading CEOs have to say about curriculum, attendance, and more? 57:18

8M ago57:18

57:18

In this episode Adam and Amy interview Stuart Lock, CEO of Advantage Schools. Stuart discusses all things education and the conversation spans curriculum, behaviour, attendance, and more. Not to be missed!

1
Exploring the Legacy of Tim Brighouse 56:54

8M ago56:54

56:54

Amy is away so Adam is joined by Adam Robbins, David Cameron (not that one) and Professor Mick Waters to discuss their new book exploring the legacy of Tim Brighouse. They cover the current relevance of his work including a focus on the impact of the London Challenge and similar schemes elsewhere.

1
Should it be illegal to use a phone on school grounds? 47:32

8M ago47:32

47:32

In this episode, Adam and Amy dive into a recent move by a Labour MP to toughen the rules around children accessing mobile phones and addictive content. They also discuss discover learning and 'what makes an outstanding lesson?' Tune in and share!

1
Do teachers need to stop moaning? 56:00

9M ago56:00

56:00

Adam and Amy discuss whether or not teaching is still a good carrer and answer questions from the listeners, including ones about tracking knowledge over time and calling a class back to silence.

1
What are Ofsted going to do next? 57:36

9M ago57:36

57:36

In this episode, Amy and Adam revisit Ofsted's Big Listen and explore their proposals. Are their suggestions and next steps corporate wool, or do they represent a concrete attempt to improve and rebuild trust?

1
How do you narrow the disadvantaged gap, and where does job satisfaction come from? 47:50

9M ago47:50

47:50

Adam and Amy answer questions from the listeners, including questions about workplace motivation, and closing the pupil premium gap.

1
Seven Fishes 49:02

9M ago49:02

49:02

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined once again by TeacherTapp's Gráinne doyenne of data. To celebrate Tapp's seventh birthday, Gráinne will be sharing her seven favourite facts, that may or may not include fishes.

1
What are Ofsted planning? 1:00:14

9M ago1:00:14

1:00:14

In this episode, Adam and Amy give a brief timeline of all the changes that have happened at Ofsted over the last five years or so. They explore Ofsted’s Big Listen, and try and figure out their plans for the future.

1
Back to school! 56:20

10M ago56:20

56:20

TBFM is back! Join Adam and Amy as they discuss the ever-widening disadvantaged gaps, lollies being on the curriculum, and how to deal with a colleague who bullies you.

1
Episode 30: How should we reflect on the year, and improve for next year? 48:40

11M ago48:40

48:40

In the last episode of the year, Adam and Amy look back on the year that was - the things that have gone well and the things that haven’t quite worked out. Onwards to next year, see you on the other side!

1
Episode 29: What are the biggest education myths and why are they so pervasive? 58:28

12M ago58:28

58:28

In this episode, Adam and Amy discuss a number of education myths, ranging from learning styles to behaviour as a communication of unmet needs.

1
Episode 28: I'm not getting better at teaching - what should I do? 1:04:14

12M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

In this episode, Adam and Amy take questions from the listeners about all things education, training, and whether we should "just give them a pen"...

1
Episode 27: Should we be scared of Labour's education manifesto? 1:03:56

12M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

In this episode, Adam and Amy continue in their deep dive into the Labour manifesto on education. Tune in for discussions of child poverty, the benefit caps and assessment reform.

1
Episode 26: Have our schools improved in the last 14 years? 1:06:40

1y ago1:06:40

1:06:40

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by the astonishingly knowledgeable Sir Jon Coles, Chief Executive of United Learning. They dissect the last 14 years of English education, and look at the Conservatives' records and Labour's prospects. Will things get better in the future?

1
How can you build a positive culture around observations? 1:01:22

1y ago1:01:22

1:01:22

In this episode, Adam and Amy are once again joined by the fabulous Grainne from the TeacherTapp team. In the episode, they start by discussing observations, and how Adam's school has gone about creating a positive culture around peer-to-peer observations. They also discuss some exclusive data from TeacherTapp about detentions, and what students do…

1
Episode 24: Why does CPD suck, and who wants to do National Service? 54:44

1y ago54:44

54:44

In this episode, Adam and Amy explore CPD and why it's normally a bit rubbish. They also look at the Conservative plans to introduce National Service and look for the grain of truth at the bottom of a bonkers policy.

1
Episode 23: The legendary Paul Kirschner is in the house! 58:02

1y ago58:02

58:02

In this interview, Adam and Amy get to talk to one of their educational heroes: cognitive scientist Paul Kirschner. Join them as they discuss foundational principles from cognitive science, the difference between being evidence based and evidence informed, and the prevalence of educational myths.

1
Episode 22: do we care too much about students' haircuts? 42:42

1y ago42:42

42:42

In this episode, Adam and Amy discuss our obsession with student presentation and if it's worth caring about. They also take questions from the audience about trainee-mentor relationships and the role of creative subjects within schools.

1
Episode 21: What can we learn from the best schools in New York? 58:20

1y ago58:20

58:20

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by the legend that is Jon Hutchinson. Join them to discuss Jon's recent trip to the land of the brave where he visited a number of remarkable schools in New York.

1
Episode 20: What can schools to do combat societal disadvantage? 45:14

1y ago45:14

45:14

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by Charley from Sutton Trust to look at an extremely serious issue: the under-representation of pupil premium students in great schools. Tune in to learn about what has caused this issue, how it varies across the country and what schools can do about it.

1
Episode 19: What the hell is going on with behaviour? 49:13

1y ago49:13

49:13

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by Teacher Tapp superstar Grainne Hallahan to discuss all things tattoos, behaviour and more. Tune in and share our last episode before a short Easter break.

1
Episode 18: Do children naturally want to learn? 44:18

1+ y ago44:18

44:18

In this episode, Adam and Amy dive into a mini-controversy surrounding some things that were or weren't said at a researchED conference last week. Tune in for all the behaviour nuance you need!

1
Episode 17: Should I apply to be a head of department? 45:18

1+ y ago45:18

45:18

In this episode, Adam and Amy take questions from the listeners: should we use clipboards when teaching? Should I apply to be a head of department or am I too inexperienced? How should I seat my students and, most importantly, what's the deal with the intro music?

1
Episode 16: What are parents saying about attendance? 57:18

1+ y ago57:18

57:18

In this episode, Adam and Amy start by discussing Martin Lewis and financial education, move on to looking at the national outlook for pay and finish by delving into the data on attendance and looking at testimony around absences. Music: Chicken Hut Bluegrass by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com…