In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Professor Michael Crossley, Founding Director of the Centre for Comparative and International Research in Education (CIRE) at the University of Bristol. With his extensive experience in comparative and international education, Professor Crossley discusses the evolving role of comparative research in global education. He highlights the importance of context and the value of bridging  past and present scholarship — learning from history to inform current theory, policy and practice. This conversation emphasises the collaborative role of researchers, educators, and practitioners in shaping the future of education and comparative research worldwide.