Best Will Eames Podcasts (2025)

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Wobble month: finding your balance and keeping momentum 31:36

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9d ago31:36

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As you settle into your studies, research tells us that this can be a time when many students start to feel the “wobble” - that first dip in energy, motivation, or confidence. In this wellbeing-focused episode, Student Wellbeing Manager Natalie is joined by Student Ambassador Ayra (MSc Cyber Security) to talk about what it really means to find your…

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Teaching Centre special with Beaconhouse International College 31:00

1M ago31:00

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In this special edition of the World Class Podcast, we take a closer look at what it is like to study at a Recognised Teaching Centre, as Student Ambassador Alishbah Mazhar interviews Nassir Kasuri, CEO of Beaconhouse International College. Recognised Teaching Centres provide structured, local support for the University of London’s online, distance…

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Undergraduate Laws unlocked 25:14

2M ago25:14

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Join us as we dive into the realities of student life in Undergraduate Laws with our fantastic LLB students. Studying at Recognised Teaching Centres in Malaysia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, they share what motivates them, how they stay on top of their studies and tips to find balance between work and life. Whether you’re just starting your degree or in…

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Welcome to the World Class! 28:08

3M ago28:08

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If you are new to the University of London, this episode is bringing you all the highlights from the past year to help you set yourself up for success. You’ll hear from Tim Wade, Director of Student Services (Student Experience) and Professor Emerita, Mary Stiasny, OBE, former Pro Vice-Chancellor (International, Learning and Teaching), alongside co…

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Thriving as a global student 28:36

4M ago28:36

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If you are new to the University of London as an online, distance and flexible learner or studying with a Recognised Teaching Centre, Student Ambassadors Jamiul (BSc Computer Science) Nour Nabel (BSc Psychology) and Shreya (BSc Business and Management) are here to put your mind at ease. Learn how they adapted to university-level study, made new fri…

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Strengths Unveiled: Careers Consultant perspectives for Every Career Stage 45:58

5M ago45:58

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This month on the World Class Podcast, we are sharing a Global Careers Call from the University of London Careers Service. In this episode, Sophie Odgers-Roe and Rae Roberts, Career Consultants at the University of London, discuss how understanding and leveraging personal strengths can impact career development across various stages of somebody’s c…

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Looking after yourself after assessments 26:01

6M ago26:01

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Student Wellbeing Manager Natalie Strange and Student Ambassador Ghalib discuss wellbeing after assessments while waiting for results. Listen in for tips on managing stress, self care and where to seek support if you need it. Discover the Wellbeing support available to online, distance and flexible learners and students at Recognised Teaching Centr…

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Interview with Dr Ahmet Durgungoz 39:31

7M ago39:31

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Dr Ahmet Durgungoz has a PhD in Learning, Technology and Education from the University of Nottingham and is one of the people behind the activities and resources on the Skills Hub in the Student Life Team. The Skills Hub is a resource for students at Recognised Teaching Centres or studying online to support their studies and future career in areas …

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Interview with Rishita Sharma, ULGC Student Team Leader 21:44

8M ago21:44

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In this episode, we're really excited to be speaking to one of our fantastic students, Rishita Sharma. As the University of London Global Community Student Team Leader, Rishita has played a vital role in growing our vibrant global student community on Discord. She has held this role alongside completing the BSc Data Science and Business Analytics w…

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Interview with Patricia McKellar, Dean, Undergraduate Laws 21:13

9M ago21:13

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In this episode, we speak to Patricia McKellar, Dean of Undergraduate Laws at the University of London. We discuss what Patricia's role looks like day to day, and why the study of Law continues to resonate with so many students around the world. Listen in to discover some of the highlights of Patricia's role, including travelling to meet our incred…

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Get ready for Graduation 2025 26:57

10M ago26:57

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In this special graduation episode of the World Class Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Professor Emerita, Mary Stiasny OBE, former Pro Vice-Chancellor (International, Learning and Teaching) and Dave Ferguson, Head of Communications and Events at the University of London. They answer some of the most common questions surrounding graduation …

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Making the most of the University of London Careers Service 31:22

11M ago31:22

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Join our expert Careers Consultant Rae Roberts and Student Ambassadors Amina and Aayushmaan as we explore the resources available through the University of London Careers Service. Discover how the Careers Service can support online, distance and flexible learners and students at Recognised Teaching Centres to build their employability skills and bo…

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Balancing your studies as a mature student 35:28

12M ago35:28

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If you’re one of our incredible mature students who juggles studies with work or family life, this episode is for you. Take inspiration from Stella, Mehrdad and Emara on how they find work life balance and a student experience that is right for them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Interview with Chris Lam Chun Onn 16:27

1y ago16:27

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We catch up with BSc Data Science and Business Analytics and Singapore Institute of Management alumnus Chris. Listen in to hear how his study journey took him from Singapore to London and to hear his advice for study success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Student Ambassador Takeover 26:47

1y ago26:47

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In this special takeover episode of the World Class Podcast, Student Ambassadors Chayanada, Noor Ul Huda and Dania discuss Student Life with the University of London. Listen in to hear their tips for academic success, effective study habits and how they stay connected to their fellow students. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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Finding your feet! 48:38

1+ y ago48:38

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This episode of the World Class Podcast is designed to help you find your feet at the University of London. We are joined by Tim Wade, Director of Student Services (Student Experience) and Natalie Strange, Student Wellbeing Manager, as well as Student Ambassadors Logean and Kyle. Listen for a whole host of tips from staff and students, including so…

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A Computer Science Special! 33:50

1+ y ago33:50

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We invited three of our current Computer Science students, from our UoLCommunity, to join us in a podcast to share their University of London stories. They talked to us about their programme, their experiences and shared advice for future students. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Interview with Charlotte Chan 26:21

2y ago26:21

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Jo talks to former University of London and Singapore Institute of Management student - Charlotte Chan - about her studies, her career and her future goals. Charlotte studied the University of London BSc Economics and Management, with academic direction from the London School of Economics, at the Singapore Institute of Management, achieving top mar…

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Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 31:18

2+ y ago31:18

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This is special episode for Mental Health Awareness week, which runs from 15 to 21 May 2023. The theme of Mental Health Awareness Week this year is 'Anxiety'. In this episode Jo from the Student Life Team is joined by Ceri Connelly, Clinical Lead at TalkCampus and Adrian Clark, Student Health and Wellbeing Manager at the University of London, to ta…

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World Mental Health Day Special 59:00

3y ago59:00

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In this special World Mental Health Day episode, we speak openly and honestly about mental health, mental illness and caring for mental health and wellbeing, answering questions from students all around the world to help raise awareness, destigmatise and normalise these discussions. The range of topics we cover includes depression and anxiety, impo…

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Winding down after assessments 31:57

3+ y ago31:57

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Georgina, Student Wellbeing Manager, discusses the importance of winding down after assessments, how to manage your thoughts and cultivate self-compassion, and why being kind to yourself is the most productive way to progress and move forward, whatever your results You can find the resources we talk about, including TalkCampus, on the Wellbeing pag…

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Games Development with Kyle 42:19

3+ y ago42:19

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In this episode we chat to Kyle, an undergraduate student based in Malawi. Kyle is studying the BSc Computer Science programme with a specialism in Games Development. Kyle discusses the games that have inspired him to take this degree and seek out a career in Games Development and gives us his perspective on the multi billion dollar gaming industry…

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Our Students - Part 2 23:25

4y ago23:25

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In this end of year episode we’re getting to know two of our current students and hearing about their experiences with the University of London. Amy from the Student Experience Team is joined by Imogen, a postgraduate, Infectious Diseases student from the UK and Shazia, who is studying BA English from South Africa. Both Imogen and Shazia are studen…

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It's time to talk 33:10

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In this, the second of two episodes released to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, Georgina discusses Mental Health with two of our current students: Tanya and Esther. Tanya is a Postgraduate Law Student based in Barbados and Esther is studying Accounting and Finance from Singapore. Georgina is a Student Experience Manager here at the Univ…

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Wellbeing and Mental Health 32:27

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In this episode, coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Week, Jo talks to Jennifer from TalkCampus and Georgina from the University of London's Student Experience Team about Mental Health and Wellbeing. Jennifer Russell is Clinical Director at TalkCampus and COO at TalkLife. Prior to this Jennifer worked in research and suicide prevention for 10 y…

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Careers Support 35:29

5y ago35:29

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We chat to Liz Wilkinson and Laura Brammar from the Careers Group, University of London about all the career resources we offer, insights into careers futures and how we support our students throughout their studies and beyond. All the resources mentions in this episode are available in the Student Portal https://my.london.ac.uk Hosted on Acast. Se…

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Our Students 46:47

5y ago46:47

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As we reach the end of 2020, a year that has affected all our lives in so many different ways with the COVID19 pandemic, we are taking some time to reflect and to celebrate the people that are at the heart of the University, our students. In this episode we talk to two current and two former students, who are all bloggers for the University of Lond…

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Venkatesh Prasad and International Sports Management 39:49

5+ y ago39:49

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In a follow up to our interview with our International Sports Management Programme Director, Dr Oscar Mwaanga, we are joined by one of the students on the programme - International Cricketer, Venkatesh Prasad. Venkatesh joins Jo from India to talk about this illustrious career and his experience so far with the University of London. The moment Venk…

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Dr Oscar Mwaanga and International Sports Management 39:27

5+ y ago39:27

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In this episode we talk to Dr Oscar Mwaanga, the Programme Director of our Postgraduate Certificate in International Sports Management. Jo talks to Dr Mwaanga remotely about growing up in Zambia and his relationship with sport, and the place sport has during the COVID-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement. He also discusses the Internatio…

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New Student Special 50:19

5+ y ago50:19

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An introduction to the University of London with highlights from the first five podcasts. You’ll hear from our Director of Student Services, the Dean of Undergraduate Laws, a Senior Careers Consultant, a member of our Student Advice Centre team and a Postgraduate Law student based Buenos Aires in Argentina. There's also a University of London quiz …

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Wellbeing Special 43:18

5+ y ago43:18

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A panel of experts from the University of London discuss mental health and wellbeing during the COVID19 pandemic. The 'Face COVID' article can be found here: https://www.baps.org.uk/professionals/covid-19-information-for-paediatric-surgeons/attachment/face-covid-by-russ-harris-pdf-pdf/ The research with reference to gratitude can be found here: htt…

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Episode 5 49:12

6y ago49:12

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In this episode we chat to Gonzalo, a Postgraduate Law student in Argentina, and Liam from the Student Experience team joins us for a Cockney rhyming slang quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 4 52:16

6y ago52:16

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In this episode we chat to Simon Askey, our Dean of Undergraduate Law, and Ben Jones from the Student Advice Centre pops in to discuss how we handle enquiries. There's also more from the University of London Song Book and a history quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 3 52:02

6y ago52:02

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Today we chat to Laura Brammar, Senior Careers Consultant at the University of London who offers some careers and employability advice for distance learners, and Tom from the Student Experience Team pops in to update us on Online Societies. We also remix the University of London song and the quiz makes a return! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…

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Episode 2 44:53

6y ago44:53

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Episode 2 of the podcast featuring members of the Student Experience team and guests. Discussion includes: Christmas in London, Charles Dickens and the University of London, mental health and wellbeing, and a Christmas quiz. We also chat to the Director of Student and Academic Services. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 1 24:02

6y ago24:02

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The first podcast featuring members of the Student Experience team. Discussion includes: films and tv shows which have used Senate House; the University Song; Foundation Day and online societies. A list of movies and TV shows that have been filmed at Senate House can be found on our website here - https://london.ac.uk/about-us/history-university-lo…