Dr Niamh O’ Meara is a Lecturer in Mathematics Education based in EPISTEM, the national centre for STEM education housed in the School of Education, at the University of Limerick. She has previously worked as a Senior Mathematics Project Officer in the National Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and Learning. Her research interests include teacher knowledge, teacher education and issues surrounding the mathematics curriculum in Ireland.

In this podcast we discuss the development of procedural fluency and conceptual understanding in post-primary mathematics students and, the role of the teachers in supporting students in the transition from primary to post-primary education.

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In this episode, Tolu Makay chats about her inspirations as a songwriter. Having moved to Ireland from Nigeria at the age of 5, Tolu chats about her inspirations as a songwriter and how that journey has evolved for her over the last number of years. Building on the success of her EP ‘Being’ in 2020 and her cover of the Saw Doctors track N17 with the RTE Concert Orchestra, Tolu tells us about her hopes for the future. We are delighted to include 3 longer pieces of music in this episode:

You Are Enough – Tolu Makay

All music is included by kind permission from Tolu Makay, Kite Entertainment, RTÉ Concert Orchestra, Rubyworks and The Saw Doctors.

‘N17’ is written by Leo Moran and Davy Carton. Leo and Davy wrote ‘N17’ for the debut single by The Saw Doctors which was released in January 1990by Solid Records. The single flopped but following the success of The Saw Doctors second single ‘I Useta Lover’ in the autumn of 1990, ‘N17’ was re-released in November 1990 and climbed to No.2 in the Irish Charts. Leo Moran is the guitar player with The Saw Doctors while Davy Carton is the lead singer.

In our conversation, sports photographer James Crombie shares with us the story of how he got into sports photography and what a match day looks like for him. He tells us about what it felt like to win The Irish Press Photography of the Year Award, as well as the process and research involved in capturing Murmuration of Starlings over Lough Ennell. Finally, James tells us about the importance of communication in his work and gives some advice for those who wish to pursue a career in photography.

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Sustainable fashion designer Sinéad Lawlor tells us about working in New York as a fashion designer, the importance of using sustainable fabrics and developing your own individual style.

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Is múinteoir Mata agus Eolaíochta é Feargal Máirtín i nGaelcholáiste Cheatharlach.  Déanann sé iarracht atmaisféar ranga a chruthú a chothaíonn meon dearfach i leith na matamaitice, ina bhfáiltítear roimh bhotúin agus ina spreagtar cruthaitheacht na ndaltaí.  Úsáideann sé teicneolaíocht agus físeáin le tacaíocht le foghlaim na ndaltaí sa rang agus lasmuigh den rang.

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In our conversation, Singer-Songwriter, Niamh Regan tells us about her journey as a songwriter and musician as well as what sparks her curiosity. She also chats to us about self-reflection and the process of writing, recording and editing.

The episode also includes three songs from Niamh’s debut album Hemet.

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In our conversation, author, comedian and broadcaster Colm O’Regan, tells us about how he got into comedy and broadcasting and how that has led to a wide and varied career. He discusses the phenomenon of Irish mammies and some of his favourite anecdotes that have led to the character of Ann Devine in his best-selling book series. Colm also discusses the power of storytelling and what success looks and feels like for him.

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In this episode, Alicia McGivern, Head of Education at the Irish Film Institute, joins Arts in Junior Cycle and The JCT English team as part of the Spinning Stories Out of Light series of podcasts.

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In our conversation, Artist Clare Blackwell tells us how she makes her colourful screen prints and why, as a social being, she loves being part of a shared studio space.

Clare is a member of open access studio www.damnfineprint.com

Clare has also participated in the Dublin Canvas Project https://www.dublincanvas.com/

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In our conversation, comedian, writer and podcast host Maeve Higgins, tells us about how she got into comedy and how that has led to a wide and varied career. She talks about what is like living in New York as a creative person and the unique opportunities that provides. Maeve also discusses how she defines success and what makes her most proud.

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