Category: Podcast


  • Episode 17 – Jobs Jobs Jobs

    In today’s program: We explore exciting developments in AI and automation as applied to the aviation industry. We learn whether globally the number of job applicants will be met with the appropriate number of jobs over the next ten years. And why teaching young people just to pass exams provides a hollow education experience. Job…

  • Episode 16 – Facial Recognition

    In today’s program: We look at how your face is being tracked and analysed in a variety of different industries. The 10 best part time jobs for students as they attend  university. The hard edge values of a broad education as the pesky robots march on and start taking jobs. Job Ready, Employer Says Yes!…

  • Episode 15 – University Applications

    In today’s program we focus on applications to University. We look at University league tables in the U.K for teaching quality and the student experience. The best and the worst! We discuss why students need to scrutinise courses as customers. We demonstrate how to make your personal statement stand out. And finally, we feature the…

  • Episode 14 – Best JobSectors For Pay

    In today’s show we are looking at: The best job sectors for pay. Detailed advice from the Eduvate catalogue about getting your “foot in the door” with great cover letters. A study that suggests overuse of your smartphone can cause emotional harm. And finally, are coding boot camps facing a set back? Job Ready! Employer…

  • Episode 13 – Nationwide Building Society – Kelly Cowe

    In today’s show we have a fascinating interview with a Senior Manager at The Nationwide Building Society, in the U.K.   We hear about what a building society is, and the wide range of opportunities available for graduates and non graduates at Nationwide. We also get an insight into how they progressed through the company…

  • Episode 12 – UK Higher Education

    In today’s show we report on the UK education sector falling behind some of its European partners on education provision.  As we approach a period of the year when job interviews are in full swing for school leavers, we have a collection of top tips from our illustrious faculty of business leaders to help them.…

  • Episode 11 – Entrepreneurship – Scott Dalgleish

    In today’s show we report on the education sector again and look at the plight of learn direct which runs apprenticeships in the UK for the 16-19yr age group. We have an interview with Scott Dalgleish, a successful young entrepreneur. We get his tips for young people.  And finally in our feature on artificial intelligence,…

  • Episode 10 – Entrepreneurship- Russell Dalgleish

    In today’s show…. We report on the education sector which seems to be facing considerable challenges.  We have an interview with Russell Dalgleish, a serial entrepreneur. We get his tips for young people. And finally in our feature on artificial intelligence, we are looking at the fashion industry. [ai_playlist id=”1214″]  

  • Episode 9 – Entrepreneurship – Ryan Francis

    In today’s show we’re looking at the best and worst companies to work for in the U.K based on research by Glassdoor who allow trip advisor style reviews of your employer.  We also have an interview with Ryan Francis, one of the founders of a company called Capture who work in the photography and events…

  • Episode 8 – Hospitality – Steve Turner

    In today’s show we’re looking at the gig economy and what it means for employment. That’s Uber, Deliveroo amongst many other services.  Should you be thinking of working in that sector? Can you use it to your advantage when studying at college or university?   This week’s interview is with Steven Turner who is the…