2 Cool 4 School Podcast

In this episode I sit down with Joy Mbakwe, a powerful advocate for justice in education and empowerment. With a passion for uplifting marginalised voices, Joy shares her journey and emphasises how education can be a catalyst for real change. Whether you're an educator, activist or simply curious about how to make meaningful impact, this conversation will leave you inspired and informed

In this episode, we dive into the game beyond the pitch. I sat down with West Ham Academy Coach George Chukwuma and former West Ham Pro Anthony Edgar to explore how education shapes the mindset, discipline, and long-term success of aspiring elite academy footballers. It’s more than talent it’s about balance, vision, and growth.

Behind every strong community are the social workers who uplift, support, and fight for those in need. In this episode, I sit down with Irene, The Social Work Planner, to highlight the incredible yet often unseen work of social workers who navigate immense challenges to create real change.

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I sat down with rapper Joe Grind, founder of ⁨@JoeysFunHouse⁩ . We discussed the importance of parents understanding the games their children play, setting age-appropriate boundaries, and creating a healthy gaming environment. From in-game dangers to fostering positive gaming habits, we covered it all. Whether you're a parent, gamer, or just curious about the impact of gaming on young people, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

I’m excited to collaborate with Candace Oxley founder of the The Gynae Project on my podcast to break the silence around periods! Sadly, as a culture, we’re still embarrassed to talk about menstruation, and many girls/women live their lives without proper education on how to manage their cycle.Join us as we discuss the importance of period education and work to eliminate the shame and stigma surrounding it.

In this episode, I sit down with Lavinya Stennett and Jeffrey Boakye—two leading voices in education and social change—to discuss the urgent need for anti-racist practice in schools and why diversifying the curriculum is essential. We explore how the current education system shapes our understanding of history, identity, and race, and why an inclusive curriculum isn’t just about representation—it’s about justice, truth, and preparing young people for the world they live in.

I had the pleasure of reconnecting with my former student Myers who’s now a Finance Apprentice at Samsung. On this episode we discuss his decision to not go to university and instead do an apprenticeship, having to convince parents to trust your path, benefits/challenges of an apprenticeship and seeing friends enjoying uni whilst you study and work.

In a world where instant gratification, social media validation, and external pressures often dominate, it’s essential to remind young people/students of the power and importance of self-reliance. Ray Sefah and I discussed the importance of reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth. How we can help young people/students reframe negative thoughts and develop positive self-talk techniques to boost self-confidence and resilience.

I sat down with Educational Psychologists Dr Shyla Barclay and Dr Jason Apaloo-Shonabire. It was amazing to provide a platform for these amazing practitioners to share their experiences and successes in the field of Psychology. This visibility is crucial in inspiring, empowering and motivating the next generation of Black students to pursue careers in these fields.These two experts are inspiring the next wave of educators, psychologists, and leaders who will transform the landscape of education.#Psychology #Education #schools #Podcast

In many Black communities, the emphasis on being strong is rooted in a long history of systemic oppression, discrimination, and survival. Being “strong" often means: suppressing emotions and resilience through being ‘tough’. On this episode guests and I discuss the mental health of young black boys and discover that resilience requires self awareness, emotions are valid in healing and that strength through vulnerability should be celebrated

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