Emily Ward engages with Sarah Kerr-Dineen, Head of Oundle School, to delve into the shifts within the educational landscape over the past decades. Kerr-Dineen starts by outlining her personal educational experiences, influenced heavily by her teacher parents, and describes her unexpected journey into teaching. She discusses the increasing focus on understanding the learning process and how technology has redefined classroom interactions, particularly due to the pandemic. Kerr-Dineen also highlights how teaching has continually adjusted to meet these challenges, always aiming to enrich the learning experience for students and educators alike.

In this podcast, Emily Ward interviews Chris Mansi, Chief Investment Officer at Willis Towers Watson, to explore the role of actuaries. Mansi elaborates on how actuaries measure and manage risks, touching on fields like insurance and pensions. The importance of mathematical skills is highlighted, with Mansi emphasising how A-levels and university studies can pave the way for a successful actuarial career. The discussion also covers the professional qualifications required to become an actuary, shedding light on the extensive exams and support provided by employers. Mansi concludes by discussing the competitive salary and vast opportunities within the profession.

In this episode, Dave Rutherford shares his journey from veterinary school in Edinburgh to becoming an equine surgeon and lecturer at Nottingham Vet School. With 20 years of experience in practice, Dave discusses the various paths he has taken in his career, including internships, further training in New Zealand, and work in Australia. He emphasises the diversity and opportunities within the veterinary field, such as research, teaching, and surgery roles. Dave also reflects on the importance of work experience and the impactful, sometimes challenging, moments in his career.

In this episode of 'Emily Ward Asks,' we hear from Dr Edward Ragg, a wine educator based in Beijing. Edward shares his journey from an academic career in English literature to becoming a notable wine educator. He discusses the importance of transferable skills he gained from his teaching background and how they helped him transition into wine education. Edward also touches upon his unique experiences, including participating in a wine tasting competition between Oxford and Cambridge, and how important qualifications and a leap of faith led him to establish a successful wine education business in China.

In this episode of Emily Ward Asks, Rosie Rutherford shares her journey from school to becoming a GP partner. Rosie elaborates on the different roles a GP can undertake and the additional responsibilities of a GP partner, which include both clinical and management duties. She discusses the importance of communication in her profession, the pathways for specialisation, and the qualities needed to excel. Rosie also touches on her interest in women's health, the option of private practice, and offers insight into the advantages and challenges of her career.

In this episode of 'Emily Ward Asks,' Simon Fitton shares his extensive career journey in the golf industry, from his early days as a young enthusiast to Managing Director of two successful golf courses and now working for the Professional Golfers' Association. Simon delves into the importance of education, the joys and challenges of working in sports, and the essential qualities needed for a successful career. He also offers invaluable advice for young people passionate about sports, emphasising the opportunities and fulfilling experiences that come with work in the golfing world.