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GeogPod

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Geography
Geography Education
Fieldwork
Chalk Streams
Environmental Conservation
Outdoor Education
Education
Geographical Association
Map Skills
Heimaey
Watercress Production
Educake
Nature Connection
Rivers
National Curriculum
Assessment Practices
Inquiry-Based Learning
Curriculum Development
Teaching Resources
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GeogPod is the Geographical Association’s podcast. The views and opinions expressed in the GeogPod discussions are those of the interviewees and are not necessarily those held by the Geographical Association.

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In this episode of GeogPod our host, John Lyon, talks with Philip Parker, Senior Environment Education Officer at the Wear Rivers Trust. They discuss Philip’s career, who the Wear Rivers Trust are and what they do as well as chatting about rivers, na... more

In another special episode to round off 2025, John talks with three members of the editorial board for the GA's journal Teaching Geography to celebrate 50 years of the publication.

Listen to conversation with Eleanor Rawling, Dr Emma Rawlings Smith ... more

In this special episode, Dr Charlene Rose talks to John about her work on the geographies of Caribbean cuisine, which formed the heart of her thesis, and explore themes of superdiversity, creolisation, authenticity and identity.

They discuss the int... more

In this special episode of GeogPod, we turn the microphone over to the current presidential team:

• Hina Robinson - GA President 2024-25,

• Denise Freeman - Immediate Past President 2023-24, and 

• Catherine Owen - GA Vice President and upcoming p... more

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Recent Guests

Anthony Barlow
Principal Lecturer and Subject Leader for Geography Education at the University of Roehampton
University of Roehampton
Episode: Episode #89: Anthony Barlow - Shared experiences in primary geography
Steve Brace
Chief Executive of the Geographical Association, involved in geography education for over two decades.
Geographical Association
Episode: Episode #84: Steve Brace - Meet the GA’s Chief Executive
Sabeeha Bhatti
Geography teacher in Hounslow
Lampton School
Episode: Episode #82: Sabeeha Bhatti - Art, empathy and inspiration
Dr. Evelyn Corrado
Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at Roehampton University
Roehampton University
Episode: Episode #81: Dr Evelyn Wandia Corrado - Challenging perspectives and stereotypes
Fiona Sheriff
Head of Geography at King's Thorpe College, Northampton.
Episode: Episode #79: Fiona Sheriff – Maps, fieldwork and work-life balance
Professor Jamie Lorimer
Associate Professor in the School of Geography and the Environment at the University of Oxford.
University of Oxford
Episode: Episode #78: More than Human Geography
Dr. Timothy Hodgetts
Departmental Lecturer and Course Director, MSc in Nature, Society and Environmental Governance in the School of Geography and the Environment.
University of Oxford
Episode: Episode #78: More than Human Geography
Paul Chatterton
Professor of Urban Futures at the School of Geography at Leeds University
Leeds University
Episode: Episode #73: Paul Chatterton - How to save the city
Charley Darbishire
MD and founder of Educake
Educake
Episode: Episode #72: The benefits of Educake

Host

John
Host of a podcast dedicated to exploring geography and educating audiences about various themes and issues in the field.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Essential Listening for Teachers of Geography

    The host, John is an experienced geography teacher but in these series he’s really taken on a huge challenge by undertaking the understanding of a huge diversity of topics. John knows what he’s talking about, his guests are all experts in their own field and it makes for a compelling listen for anyone involved in teaching geography at any level.

    Strongly recommended

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    MarkBaby
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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The host is knowledgeable and engages with a variety of experts, providing a rich learning experience for geography educators. Listeners appreciate the strong focus on important contemporary issues intertwined with educational content. The stories and insights shared are compelling and offer a deeper understanding of geography's relevance to today's world.

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Episode #97: Philip Parker – wonders of the Wear River Trust
Q: What would make your job easier?
Philip expresses a desire for unlimited funding to support the outreach and education efforts for schools across the Wear catchment area.
Episode #97: Philip Parker – wonders of the Wear River Trust
Q: How do you manage to ensure best practices without enforcement powers?
Philip explains that they work with farmers and aim to educate them about sustainable practices without legal enforcement, focusing on advice and collaboration.
Episode #97: Philip Parker – wonders of the Wear River Trust
Q: What led you to this role?
Philip describes an unconventional path to his current role, initially aspiring to become a fighter pilot or cricketer, he eventually found his passion for teaching and environmental education.
Episode #90: Robert Swan and Jenny Cooke – Save Antarctica
Q: What initially drove you to become a polar explorer?
Rob Swan shares his childhood fascination with polar exploration and the inspiration he found in the story of Captain Scott, which motivated him to walk to both poles and advocate for Antarctica's preservation.
Episode #89: Anthony Barlow - Shared experiences in primary geography
Q: What do you think makes a piece of outdoor learning geographical?
It starts with understanding the location and then flows from that, ensuring place knowledge develops through interactions in the environment.

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What is GeogPod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the field of geography, this podcast provides insightful discussions surrounding diverse topics relevant to educators, students, and anyone passionate about geography. Common themes include innovative teaching methods, the integration of contemporary issues in geography education, and the importance of cultural representation and diversity. Episodes frequently feature knowledgeable guests from academia and the field, offering expert perspectives on topics ranging from climate change and sustainability to curriculum development and effective educational resources. The emphasis is on enriching the teaching experience and broadening understanding of geographical concepts, making it particularly appealing to educators and geography e... more

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1. Anthony Barlow
2. Steve Brace
3. Sabeeha Bhatti
4. Dr. Evelyn Corrado
5. Fiona Sheriff
6. Professor Jamie Lorimer
7. Dr. Timothy Hodgetts
8. Paul Chatterton

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