EduKATE

EduKATE

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EduKATE episodes

  • International Women's Day Special - Carolyn Mercer, an LGBTQIA+ advocate and Stonewall ambassador, leads today's lesson

    This episode of EduKATE contains references to violence and suicide, which some listeners may find distressing. Listener discretion is advised. 


    In this episode of EduKATE, which falls on International Women's Day, I am joined by the incredible Carolyn Mercer. This was one of the most important and enlightening conversations I’ve ever had. Being born in 1947, the word was a rather different one to where we’re at today in 2021- the word ‘transgender’ would not yet be coined until 1971, and ‘trans’ not until 1996.


    We start chronologically, at age three, where Carolyn tells me that this is when she first remembers experiencing gender dysphoria. At age 17, she talks about undergoing the horrific practice of electro conversion therapy. I find out that in her adult life working as a headteacher, Carolyn was outed by the press, on more than one occasion. We then talk about the brilliant work that @stonewalluk do, and the absolute necessity for the UK govt to make all forms of conversion therapy illegal, as well as practical steps to improve gender equality in UK education systems... aaaaaannnddddd of course, what it means to be a woman.


    Show Notes


    Stonewall - LGBTQIA+ resources


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    Host: Katie Kohn (IG @katiekohn17)

    Guest: Carolyn Mercer (Follow Carolyn on Twitter at @CarolynMMercer and on Instagram at @carolynmmercer)


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    • Twitter @edukate_podcast



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    47 min
  • The Girl Bo$$ - unpacking her, working out why we have tried to feminize traditional working language.

    In today's episode of EduKATE, you'll be learning about 'Girl Boss' culture, and together we'll try to unpack why we often feminize traditional working language... It's a confusing topic and there's lots of scope for differing opinions, so as always, show up with an open mind and a reflective perspective.


    Please let me know any of your thoughts and opinions on the topic at @Edukate_podcast on both Instagram & Twitter


    Sources:


    "I'm not a Boss Babe" LinkedIn post - Hayat Rachi


    Let 2020 Be The Year We Get Rid Of Girlboss Culture For Good - Written by Vicky Spratt for Refinery 29.
    Many thanks to @izzy_stuart for her personal reflections on the topic


    Sound effects from Zapsplat.com



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    18 min
  • I grew up during the tech boom and it's time to reflect on the technology that has shaped us

    In this weeks episode of EduKATE, I take a trip down memory lane, tracking the last 24 years of major tech and social advancements in my lifetime and talk about about the types of technology that have shaped me into who I am today. From the early days of the Nintendo DS chatrooms, navigating the confusing social worlds of Bebo --> Facebook --> Instagram --> TikTok, there's a lot to reflect upon, in such a comparably small amount of time. A LOT HAS HAPPENED, AND IT'S HAPPENED VERY QUICKLY - WOAH. This is a playful episode with scatterings of retrospective observational reflections, musing over the addictiveness and utter reliance we all now have with technology today. Do we really have agency over our own lives here when such big tech is involved in all aspects of our lifestyles?!


    Instagram - @edukate_podcast

    Host - @katiekohn17


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    29 min
  • The Emergence Of KAREN - a deep dive

    EduKATE is back this week to do a deep dive into the devious world that is scattered with Karens. Where did the term come from? What does it mean? Discussing why Karen's complaining about being called Karen might be my favourite thing ever about 2020 and generally informative rambling about the 'derogatory' slur that's rightfully entered the world.


    Make sure you follow @edukate_podcast on Instagram and katiekohn on TikTok to stay tuned for all EduKATE related chatterings.


    Produced and Presented by @katiekohn17 (IG)


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    16 min
  • Shuffle-T teaches me all about about the rap battling world and educates me all about Multisyllabic rhyme

    In this episode, I am joined by the incredibly talented and hilarious Adam Woollard, aka Shuffle-T, the battle rapper extraordinaire, speaker, writer and practitioner. Adam writes for celebs and he is one of the most watched battle rappers in the UK with over 10 million facebook views. Drake himself said Shuffle T and Marlo were his favourite battle rappers - whaaaaat! He’s published a book called The Advanced Rhyming Dictionary (so "buy his fucking book" yeah?) and has also started a podcast called Something About Rhyme. I've got him onto EduKATE to chat to me all about the rap battling scene and discover all about Multisyllabic rhyme - and it's pretty darn fascinating! I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed learning from him. Make sure ya rate, review n subscribe and all that jazz!


    Host - Katie Kohn - @edukate_podcast

    Guest - @shuffle_t


    Something About Rhyme - Podcast!

    https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/something-about-rhyme-with-shuffle-t/id1505302934


    The Advanced Rhyming Dictionary

    https://www.shuffle-t.com/shop/The-Advanced-Rhyming-Dictionary-p149952046


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    46 min
  • The history of the 'basic b*tch'
    In this solo episode of EduKATE, with the help of Wikipedia and a Google search engine, I uncover the origins of the phrase 'basic b*tch' and try to work out what it really means in today's western world. Expect an in depth analysis into a term which is often assumed to be simple, but in theory is actually anything but! Make sure you rate, review and subscribe!

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    23 min
  • Understanding The Windrush Scandal and discussing the BLM movement in the context of Britain today feat. Deanna Lyn Cook
    Today's lesson is brought to you by the fabulous Deanna Lyn Cook, who teaches me all about The Windrush Scandal; what it was, why it happened, and how it highlights systemic Racism in the UK towards Black people. We then open up the conversation and discuss the BLM movement in the context of Britain today, and talk about the role historians play in telling and editing histories.

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    45 min
  • Emma Bentley talks about her life as a Camerawoman and creating viral TikTok content

    This lesson of EduKATE is led by the fabulous Emma Bentley, who is a 21 year old Camerawoman for BBC News. Emma talks about what she's had to do at work to adapt to the Coronavirus social distancing measures, she explains why her TikTok content has gone viral and talks about imposter syndrome and what this looks like for her.


    Check out Emma's TikTok @justemmawithacamera and follow her on Twitter @EmmaLBentley


    Keep up to date with @edukate_podcast on Instagram


    Presented by - Katie Kohn

    Guest - Emma Bentley




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    21 min
  • Outdoor Learning - A lesson to help young children learn and stay curious during lockdown

    This episode I am joined by the brilliant Poppy Richardson who teaches a lesson on how to keep young children learning and entertained during quarantine. To help consolidate your knowledge from the episode, follow @edukate_podcast on Instagram to see Poppy's Spider Diagram - if you have any educational-based questions, feel free to reach out to Poppy on EduKATE and she'll be happy to answer them.


    Presented and Produced by @katiekohn17

    Guest: Poppy Richardson


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    17 min

About EduKATE

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Welcome to EduKATE - the alternative Classroom experience. EduKATE offers up the lessons that we need to learn and the conversations that we ought to hear. It embraces differing perspectives and…