Why are some people so scared of learning or doing maths?

Our 64th interview is with Bobby Seagull, a maths teacher, doctoral student, author and University Challenge contestant. In this podcast, listen to Bobby and Teacher Toolkit founder, Ross McGill discuss where Bobby's surname 'Seagull' comes from. Bobby's education story and how a financial trader becomes a teacher. What it's like to take part in University Challenge and his work-life balance and workload tips for maths teachers.

We learn more about his second book, The Life-Changing Magic of Numbers and why you should read it - listen carefully to find out how you can win a copy of Bobby's book - first to reply! We also hear how Bobby approached starting his doctoral research and what's he doing in the classroom. How Bobby works as a teacher and media influencer on the television and radio and how we can all shape people's perceptions of maths. Finally, we discover the job Bobby would have started if he didn't become a teacher.

Listen to the podcast (21 minutes) and you can follow Bobby on Twitter or Instagram for inspiring ideas from the world of maths!

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