What is the single most important thing teachers should know about their students? In this episode of the Range Project, join Director of Teaching and Learning, Richard Spence and Head of Enrichment, Sam Sterrett, as they sit down with professional development expert, passionate educator and international best-selling author, Jamie Clark.

Ever heard of Operation Jaywick? Well, if you are in the SAS you almost certainly have. The year is 1943 and the Japanese army have just taken control of Singapore harbour. This story begins in Exmouth and ends with one of the most audacious acts of World War 2 heroism this country has ever seen. Join us on the Range Project as we chat with old mates, Rusty Delroy OSC ’98 and Oli Wenn as they join forces to bring this epic tale to the big screen as part of Wondership Entertainment.

Join us for a chat with philosopher Dr Chris Letheby as we discuss the interdisciplinary nature of cognitive science, the growing research into psychedelic therapy for acute mental illness, the power of philosophy and the rise of artificial intelligence.

Do you want to launch your own career in Space Exploration right here in Perth? Renae Sayers knows how to get that happening. Renae is the Deputy Director of Space Science and Technology Centre at Curtin University, and we sat down with her to discuss the intricacies of sending a satellite into orbit as well as how the right mindset and education can set you up for this kind of career.

What is middle school, why is it such a critical part of the schooling journey and how can we use these years to instil a lifelong love of learning? We put these fascinating questions to Scotch College's Head of Middle School Brad Gill in this episode of The Range Project.

A fierce advocate for boys' education and the pivotal role that middle school plays in this formative time, Brad discusses how we create tailored learning experiences and environments to nurture independent, curious and empowered young people.

How do you make a successful feature film in Western Australia? Writer and director Roderick MacKay knows a thing or two.

Tune in as we welcome Scotch College graduates and good mates Toby O'Keeffe and Sachio Ingrilli (both OSC 2017) to the studio to discuss their journeys beyond school and how they've broken into and found passion in the creative and engineering industries.

What happens when your life changes in an instant?

Dr Bruce Powell is a former anaesthetist, writer and advocator living with a brain injury. Recounting how everything dramatically changed after a cycling accident, he details the discovery of his ADHD diagnosis while recovering and his inspiring journey to now.

Tune in as Dr Powell and our hosts Sam and Steve reflect on the challenges facing neurodiverse students in our education system, pivoting careers, seeking fulfilment and embracing uncertainty.

Are smartphones making us dumber? Cognitive neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams reckons they could be!

Mark's journey began in regional Victoria amidst a challenging family environment and feeling disengaged at school. Curious about how we think and learn, Mark ventured into a neuroscience career, working for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Australian universities over the past 25 years.

Tune in as we touch on the rise of the attention economy, social media, brain plasticity, the neuroscientific differences between reading from paper vs a screen and the alarming new research that links increased screen time to ADHD-like behaviours.