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Firm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus095 Firm Foundation Lite: Session #6 — ‘Living Their Way of Life’In this final session of Firm Foundation Lite, we gather up everything that has been opened across these weeks and bring it into the question that eventually faces every believer: how do we actually live this life we have received. From the beginning this series has pulled us back to the Father’s original desire, away from a man-centred starting point, and into His intention for sons who share in the life of His Son. Now the focus turns to the indwelling Holy Spirit, given as the One who makes Their shared life real within us, leading us beyond ef...
2026-02-0939 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus094 Firm Foundation Lite: UNFOLDED #5 - ‘Two Inheritances’In this Unfolded episode I return to something we opened up in Session 5, and I tell the story of being handed a book back in 2022 that dismantled my entire inner world, because it exposed just how self centred and me focused my Christianity had been, even while I was using all the right language and doing all the right things. Reading one chapter a day, walking the streets of a Polish city, I found myself face to face with a gospel that self could never carry, and with the realisation that my zeal, my sacrifice, my prayer life, and...
2026-02-0512 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus093 Firm Foundation Lite: Session #5 — ‘ The Cross: What It Means For The Father’In today’s session the focus turns fully toward the Father, as we trace the gospel back to where it truly begins, with His Eternal Purpose before Adam, before the fall, and before human need. As the story is seen from Their perspective, the Cross comes into view as far more than a solution for our sins, because it addresses the source of life inherited in Adam and brings independence to its end, making oneness with the Father possible.We explore the difference between the modern cross and the old rugged cross, and we begin to see wh...
2026-02-0232 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus092 Firm Foundation Lite: UNFOLDED #4 – ‘The inner battle is not between the old and the new man’In this fourth Thursday Unfolded episode, I come back to a question many of us have lived with for years: if the old man really is dead and we truly are the new man in Christ, then why does it still feel like there is such a war going on inside of us, and why do thoughts and impulses still show up that feel anything but new. Drawing from what we’ve already opened up together in previous sessions, I return to Paul’s teaching in Romans to remind us that sin is not just behaviour, but a power, and...
2026-01-2913 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus091 Firm Foundation Lite: Session #4 — ‘ The Cross: I need deliverance from who I am’I need the blood for forgiveness, what I have I have done, but I need the Cross to deliver me from who I am!In today’s session we open up the part of the gospel many of us were never shown, where the blood of Jesus deals with everything we have done, yet the Cross deals with the Sinner in Adam, the old man we inherited. This is where the freedom we have longed for begins to take shape, because Jesus didn’t just die for us as our Substitute, He died as us in inclusive deat...
2026-01-2635 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomFrom Classroom to Coding: Building an AI Reading Platform That Gets Kids Reading | Marc GrahamWhat does it look like when a classroom teacher becomes an EdTech builder — and uses AI to tackle one of the biggest challenges in schools: reading engagement and attainment?In this episode, Alex Gray sits down with Marc Graham, former teacher and founder of Everybody Reads (formerly Spark Education AI). Marc shares the story behind building an AI-powered reading platform designed to help students see themselves inside what they read — while keeping student agency, appropriate challenge, and data privacy at the centre.You’ll hear the moment literacy became Marc’s mission, how he moved from tea...
2026-01-2548 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus090 Firm Foundation Lite: UNFOLDED #3 – ‘Have We Missed the Meal? Confessed-up, shut out?’In this third Thursday Unfolded episode, I come back to something I only mentioned briefly at the end of Session 3, and that is confession and communion. For many of us, communion has become a quiet moment at the end of a service, centred around personal introspection and whether we feel clean enough or confessed-up enough to take part. But when we look again at the Passover, and at what Jesus was actually doing with His disciples the night before He was betrayed, a very different picture begins to emerge, because this was a covenant meal shared around a table...
2026-01-2221 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus089 Firm Foundation Lite: Session #3 — ‘The Blood: I need forgiveness for what I’ve done’In this third session of Firm Foundation Lite, we turn to what God Himself did in response to what was exposed through Adam. Having seen that the human problem runs deeper than behaviour, and that sin shows up both in what we do and in the power that shaped life in Adam, this session moves directly to the blood of Jesus and the purpose it was given to fulfil. The focus stays firmly on God’s action, showing where forgiveness truly belongs and why forgiveness rests fully on what He has already accomplished, rather than on anything we manage, ma...
2026-01-1935 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus088 Firm Foundation Lite: UNFOLDED #2 - ‘Who is your source?’In this second Thursday Unfolded episode, I come back to one word from Session 2 that has stayed with me all week, and that word is source. Because from the very beginning, the question in the garden was always about where life would come from, and who we would be joined to. Two trees stood before humanity, representing two sources, two life systems, and two outcomes, and that same question still stands before us today as believers.In this episode, I share some very personal processing, including how God used Toxic Love by Malcolm Smith to expose just...
2026-01-1516 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus087 Firm Foundation Lite: Session #2 — ‘Sinner in Adam: Identity Before Behaviour’In this second session of Firm Foundation Lite, we turn our attention to what actually went wrong when humanity entered the story. Rather than beginning with behaviour, mistakes, or moral failure, this session takes us deeper, exposing the inherited condition Scripture presents — a change of source that took place in Adam, where separation from God became the governing reality of human life. As the teaching unfolds, we see why the human problem cannot be reduced to what we do, and why forgiveness alone, while essential, was never designed to address the full depth of what happened to man. The is...
2026-01-1238 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomAI in Schools Without the Hype (Staff Buy-In, Ethics & Gemini) | Chris LovedayWhat does AI in education look like when it’s implemented with clarity, ethics, and purpose — not hype?In this episode of The International Classroom Podcast, Alex Gray is joined by Chris Loveday, a senior education leader who has led one of the UK’s most thoughtful and practical AI rollouts in a post-16 setting.Rather than chasing trends, Chris explains how his college adopted AI and Google Gemini to solve real problems — reducing administrative workload, improving student services, and supporting staff — while keeping humans firmly in control.This is a grounded, honest conversati...
2026-01-1149 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus086 Firm Foundation Lite: UNFOLDED #1 - ‘Missing the Moon’In this first Unfolded episode, I come back to one of the images from Session 1 the picture of a rocket missing the moon because it began just one degree out and talk it through more personally, sharing how that illustration has stayed with me.Using that image, I talk about the phrase “I’m a sinner saved,” something I sang for years, and how believing statements like this keep us wildly off course, because the Father never calls us this, because you can’t be a sinner and a son it’s impossible! This episode flows directly out of Mon...
2026-01-0816 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus085 Firm Foundation Lite: Session #1 – ‘The Eternal Purpose & The Right Starting Point’In this opening session of Firm Foundation Lite, we begin with the Father’s Eternal Purpose — not with sin, failure, or human need, but with what was in the heart of the Father before creation itself. This session establishes why starting points determine everything, and why a man-centred beginning inevitably reshapes the gospel into something it was never meant to be. As the teaching states plainly, “IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN HIS STORY; FOR TOO LONG, IT HAS BEEN MAN’S STORY.” From this vantage point, the gospel is no longer framed around what went wrong, but around what the Father alw...
2026-01-0537 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus084 — New Things #6: 'From Resolution to a Different Way of Living'This final episode of the New Things series brings us to the place where everything either shifts or stays the same. Many of us have tried to change our lives through resolve, promises, and renewed determination, only to discover that nothing at the root ever moves. What the Father brings His sons into is not a stronger will, but a different way of seeing.As the series closes, we return to the work Holy Spirit does in changing perception. When perception changes, life begins to move differently without self-management or effort. What once required constant resolve gives...
2026-01-0124 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomTeaching and Coaching Are the Same Job – with Harry TitleyWhere does real learning actually happen?In this episode of The International Classroom Podcast, Alex Gray is joined by Harry Titley — secondary school teacher, Head of Year, and Director of Rugby at Burton Rugby Club.Harry works at the intersection of education and sport, and this conversation explores why teaching and coaching are fundamentally the same craft.Together, they discuss:Why psychological safety underpins all meaningful learningThe shared leadership principles of classrooms and high-performance sportDeveloping people under pressure — without losing the human sideTran...
2025-12-281h 04Firm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus083 New Things #5 — ‘Living Under A New Government’In today’s episode we stay with Isaiah 9:6 and move beyond “a child is born” and “a Son is given” to the next phrase in the same verse: “and the government shall be upon his shoulder.” Having followed the life of Jesus from birth through His hidden years and into His baptism, we now turn our attention to what this reveals about responsibility and maturity within the new humanity the Father is bringing forth.Using the life of Jesus as our reference point, we see that government rests on a person, not a system, and that responsibility follows growth...
2025-12-1818 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus082 New Things #4 — 'A Child Born And A Son Given'In today’s episode we return to Isaiah’s announcement that a child is born and a Son is given, and we follow how the Father begins His new humanity through the life of Jesus. From His birth, to His hidden years, to His baptism, we see that everything the Father wanted for His family was first placed in Him, the Firstborn Son who now shares His life with us.We look at the seed the Father planted into the world, the maturity Jesus grew into, and the adoption that publicly revealed Him as the Father’s Son. A...
2025-12-1518 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomThe Messy Reality of Teaching: Burnout, AI, and What 2026 HoldsTerm 1 is over — and instead of wrapping it up neatly, this episode leans into the reality that teaching is often anything but tidy.Alex Gray is joined by Drew Owen and Bodruz Jamir for an open, honest conversation about the messy reality of teaching in international schools. From burnout and workload pressure to leadership identity shifts and the growing influence of AI in education, this episode reflects the conversations educators tend to have once the bell stops ringing.Together, they unpack what this term has demanded emotionally and professionally — and what educators should be thinking abou...
2025-12-141h 22Firm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus081 New things #3 – ‘How the New Man Lives: Surrender, Sacrifice, Obedience’In today’s episode we look at the life that now flows from the new heart and the new spirit the Father has placed within us. Isaiah announced the new thing. Ezekiel showed how the Father would establish it. Now we begin to see how the new man actually lives — and why words like surrender, sacrifice, and obedience take on a completely different meaning when they emerge from the life of the Son rather than the self-life.We explore the distinction between intention and life, Peter’s vows and his collapse, and the clarity Watchman Nee brings to the...
2025-12-0817 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus080 New things #2 - ‘I will do it’In today’s episode we turn from Isaiah’s announcement of the new thing to Ezekiel’s revelation of how the Father brings it to pass. Ezekiel 36 shows that the Father Himself gives us a new heart and a new spirit and places His Spirit within us so that everything He desires now flows from within. Nothing rests on Adam or anything inherited from him, because the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit act together to establish Their life in our spirit.We walk through these scriptures alongside Jesus’ words in John 14 to 16, and we begin to see that...
2025-12-0415 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus079 New Things #1 - ‘YOU are the new thing!’In today’s episode we open up Isaiah’s announcement of a new thing and discover that he was not talking about seasons or opportunities but an entirely new humanity. This is the people the Father always wanted, sons who share His life because they have been taken out of Adam and brought into Christ. We walk through the scriptures that have been shaping so many recent conversations here in Portsmouth and begin to see that this new thing is not something we chase but something we have already become.We also sit with a powerful reading from...
2025-12-0117 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus078 Purpose in Preparation #2 - ‘The Collapse Before the Commission’In this episode of Focus, Alex continues in Chapter 5 of Miles J. Stanford’s The Green Letters and looks at the hidden years of preparation through the life of Peter. From his confidence and collapse to his commission, we see how the Father’s process brings every son from self dependence to Christ dependence. The breaking always comes before the building, and the collapse before the commission. This is where the Father forms true shepherds, those who have wept bitterly, seen self for what it is, and discovered the sufficiency of His Son living within.Liste...
2025-11-1321 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus077 Purpose in Preparation #1 - ‘The Gift of Need’Alex shares from his personal reading of Miles J. Stanford’s The Green Letters, exploring how the Father Himself gives us our needs so that we might discover that only He can truly meet them. Drawing from the chapter Preparation, Alex reflects on how every hunger, longing, and unmet place in our lives is an invitation from the Father to depend on Him and receive from His life. This episode is a reminder that every need we experience is designed by Him to draw us deeper into His love, to bring us into rest, and to teach us...
2025-11-1019 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus076 Living as One as One #1 - 'Included in the Fellowship of the Godhead'In this first of two conversations with Dan Dunn, we open up what it really means to live from our oneness with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We revisit what the Father has been unfolding over these last two years, the difference between living from the outside in and the inside out, and how the life of the Godhead now moves through His people. Together we explore the shift from personal transformation to corporate oneness, how His love becomes the fuel of everything, and how true community is born from the life we share in Him.
2025-11-0627 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus075 Man’s First Sin #3 — ‘No Activity Outside of Him’In this final episode, Watchman Nee’s words ring clear: “God wants us to have no activity outside of Him.” Here the root of all defeat is exposed—self-reliance. The Father is not asking how good our work looks, but who is doing it. Sin is a living power that rules wherever self is active.Even the best deeds, when sourced in self, are dead works before Him. The call is simple: stop living from independence and start living from the Son. Adam ate of independence and became one with sin. The invitation of the gospel is to eat o...
2025-11-0331 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomWhy Experience Doesn’t Equal Expertise | Sarah Cottingham on Meaningful Learning & CoachingIn this episode, Alex sits down with Sarah Cottingham, author of Ausubel’s Meaningful Learning in Action, for a deep conversation about what it really means to learn — and teach — with purpose.From the science of meaningful learning and the difference between experience and expertise, to the power of instructional coaching and adaptive expertise, this episode uncovers how great teachers keep getting better.Together, Alex and Sarah explore the psychology behind real understanding — how students build “mental hooks” that make knowledge stick, why schema matters more than sparkle, and how decision-making sits at the heart of every exp...
2025-11-0254 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus074 Man’s First Sin #2 — ‘Dependence: The Way the Sons Live’Alex continues through Watchman Nee’s The Messenger of the Cross, reading section two from Man's First Sin and uncovering what it means to live dependent on the Father rather than independent from Him. This episode exposes how independence became man’s first sin and why the Father calls His sons to live by His uncreated zoe life.Drawing from scripture, Watchman Nee’s teaching, and Barna’s research on worldview, Alex contrasts the good of man with the life of God, showing that dependence is not weakness but the very way sons live—sharing in the highest fo...
2025-10-3025 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus073 Man's First Sin # 1 — 'Missing the Glory, Missing Him'Romans 3:23 says: “Since all have sinned and are falling short of the honor and glory which God bestows and receives.” For years, many of us have heard this as failing to live up to God’s standard. But Paul is pointing to something far deeper. To fall short of the glory is to miss Christ Himself.In this opening episode, Alex unfolds Watchman Nee’s chapter Man’s First Sin and shows how sin is not just behaviour but a personified power. Adam’s choice in the garden was not about fruit — it was about source. To eat is to beco...
2025-10-2725 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus072 — The Spectrum of Sonship #10 – ‘Paul: From Pharisee to Father (part 2)’Recorded while on location in Clewiston, FL.The final part for now is this 10 part, short series on The Spectrum of Sonship.Paul’s life was completely turned inside out. The same man who once thrived in the synagogue, confident in his intellect and ability to teach, was brought to nothing so that only Christ could remain. In this episode, we follow how the Father stripped away everything born of independence and self-assurance until Paul no longer lived from the tree of knowledge but from the life of the Son. What once made him proud wa...
2025-10-2318 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus071 The Spectrum of Sonship #9 - ‘Paul: From Pharisee to Father (part 1)’In this episode, we look at how the Father’s maturing process unfolded in Paul’s life—from zeal and independence to breaking and oneness. His story reveals the end of self-strength and the emergence of a man governed entirely by Christ within.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and reveal...
2025-10-2017 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus070 The Spectrum of Sonship #8 – ‘The Maturing Son (Part 2): A Full Expression of the Father’This episode unfolds what it looks like when a son begins to emerge as a full representation of the Father — an expression of His life in the earth. Here we see the huios taking shape: walking in oneness, governed by His Spirit, and revealing the Father’s heart, wisdom, and way in every place.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is t...
2025-10-1724 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus069 The Spectrum of Sonship #7 – The Huios (Part 1): ‘Hidden Years and the Spirit of Adoption’The Father’s goal has always been mature sons who live from His life, not their own. In this episode, we explore what maturity really looks like—sons who have been hidden, trained, and now move only with the Father. This is the huios stage: trusted, governed by Holy Spirit, and carrying the weight of the Father’s heart.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years servin...
2025-10-1523 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus068 The Spectrum of Sonship #6 - ‘The Breaking Part 3: A Forest Floor’Sometimes the Father has to arrange a sudden breaking that changes everything. Here I share my own story of crisis and exposure, showing how the death of self opened the way for His life to finally flow.THERE IS NO LISTENER GUIDE FOR THIS EPISODE, but you will find the graphic that Alex references in this link:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is...
2025-10-1329 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus067 The Spectrum of Sonship #5 — ‘The Breaking, Part 2: The Failure of Self, the vows of the flesh and the Work of the Cross’When the Father exposes the self-life, He is not asking us to repair it—He is revealing that it cannot be repaired. All self-effort ends in failure, but the Cross brings the true end of the old life so that the life of the Son can be released. This episode unveils why the soul cannot fix itself and why only the Father’s breaking frees us to live by His life alone.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is f...
2025-10-1021 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus066 The Spectrum of Sonship #4 — ‘The Breaking, Part 1: The Necessity of Brokenness’The treasure is inside, but the vessel must be broken. In this first episode on breaking, we see why the Father deals with the outward man so that the life of the Spirit can flow freely and Christ can be revealed. This is an essential part of our maturing process.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers...
2025-10-0923 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus065 The Spectrum of Sonship #3 — ‘The Young Man Stage: Zeal, Gifting, and Exposure’Zeal is exciting, gifts are real, but neither equal maturity. In this episode, we explore the young man stage: strong in the Word, battling the enemy, yet exposed in the hidden self-life that still drives so much activity.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life...
2025-10-0833 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus064 The Spectrum of Sonship #2 — ‘The Infant Stage: Born of God’New birth is not human life improved, but divine life imparted. This episode unpacks the infant stage of sonship—where the incorruptible seed of God’s life begins to grow—and challenges why so many believers remain stuck here.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth...
2025-10-0731 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus063 The Spectrum of Sonship #1 — ‘Before Time Began: The Father’s Eternal Desire’Long before creation or the fall, the Father set His heart on sons in His Son. In this foundation episode, we trace sonship back to eternity and uncover the Father’s ultimate purpose that defines who we are in Christ.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing Hi...
2025-10-0622 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus062 Cultivated by His Ways #10 — ‘Christ Formed Within’The end of cultivation is not activity but Christ formed within. This final episode gathers the whole journey to show the Father’s goal: sons who reveal His Son. Here we are called to yield to His dealings until His life is the only life seen in us.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharing‘The Untold Story of the New Testament Church’ (Frank Viola) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Untold-Testament-Church-Revised-Expanded/dp/0768461626/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ljdZaK...
2025-10-0308 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus061 Cultivated by His Ways #9 — ‘Hiddenness and Preparation’Paul in Arabia, Moses in Midian, Jesus in Nazareth—each of them had long hidden years. Those quiet seasons were the Father’s classroom, shaping depth and dependence in His sons away from the noise and spotlight.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serv...
2025-10-0206 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus060 Cultivated by His Ways #8 — ‘The Jews Demand Signs’Chasing signs will always leave us empty and restless. In this episode we see again that the cross of Christ is the solid foundation, and the real miracle is His very life planted inside of us, a life that actually lasts.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His...
2025-10-0105 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus059 Cultivated by His Ways #7 — ‘Peter and the Mountain of Glory’Peter wanted to build shelters on the mountain. The Father’s voice redirected him: “Listen to My Son.” Cultivation moves us from clinging to moments into abiding in Christ.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a work the Fa...
2025-09-3005 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus058 Cultivated by His Ways #6 — ‘Paul and Eutychus: The Greater Work’Paul raised Eutychus from the dead but kept teaching until dawn. This episode shows why imparting Christ outweighs even the most dramatic miracles.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a work the Father is unfolding, joining partners who carry...
2025-09-2907 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus057 Cultivated by His Ways #5 — ‘The Cultivation of a Son’This episode takes you into my own journey, where I once thought ministry was all about power and crowds, only to discover the Father was actually cultivating me as a son.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a work...
2025-09-2611 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus056 Cultivated by His Ways #4 — ‘Christ Our Access to God’s Ways’Isaiah said God’s ways were out of reach. Paul declares we now have the mind of Christ. Explore how in Him we share His life and walk in His ways.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a work th...
2025-09-2506 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus055 Cultivated by His Ways #3 — ‘Israel and the Demand for Signs’Surrounded by miracles, Israel hardened their hearts. This episode warns against chasing signs and shows how only knowing His ways leads to maturity.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a work the Father is unfolding, joining partners...
2025-09-2404 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus054 Cultivated by His Ways #2 — ‘The Father’s Plough’The wilderness is God’s classroom. Learn how the Father’s plough turns the soil of our hearts through hiddenness, waiting, and testing, preparing us for fruit that will last.Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a work the Fath...
2025-09-2305 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus053 Cultivated by His Ways #1 — ‘Acts or Ways?’Israel saw His acts, but Moses longed to know His ways. This episode opens the series by contrasting fascination with works and the deeper call to be cultivated in His ways.🎧 Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2NP9ZMslL3fq12ijjq6DhciUFuh?usp=sharingAbout AlexAlex is from the UK and he teaches and disciples across nations after years serving in Poland. His heart is the maturing of sons, believers growing into the fullness of Christ and revealing His life on earth. He serves within Firm Foundation, a w...
2025-09-2204 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus052 The Eternal Purpose #5 — ‘To a New Centre’Sin pulled man into a false universe where everything revolved around self. But through the Cross, God ends that old centre and shifts us into a whole new one — His centre. In this episode, Alex unpacks Chapter 5 of DeVern Fromke’s The Ultimate Intention, showing how the radical working of the Cross brings full release from self‑life and ushers us into life in the new man.Fromke’s story of Billy at the parade, his unpacking of S‑I‑N (Selfish, Independent, Negation), and his own testimony of the “truth exploding” in him, all point to one thing: God i...
2025-09-1811 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus051 The Eternal Purpose #4 — ‘Living for the Whole’When we live for the part, we miss the whole. Redemption, grace, blessing, even church life — these are precious, but they were never the destination. In this episode Alex unpacks Chapter 4 of DeVern Fromke’s The Ultimate Intention, showing how every part is meant to lead us into the Father’s ultimate fellowship with Himself. Only in the whole do the parts make sense.Tent Talk chapter 4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDSXTCU01-c&list=PL2hHjwQ_3Qrrb9PVopJlK7-HlmQW9pTtn&index=36Listener Guideshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CghKe2...
2025-09-1516 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus050 The Eternal Purpose #3 — ‘One Ultimate Theme’In Chapter 3 of The Ultimate Intention, DeVern Fromke shows that all the big themes of Scripture—creation, providence, government, redemption, sanctification, begetting, revelation—are not separate goals, but strands of one rope. And that rope is the Father’s eternal purpose in Christ.Alex unpacks how each strand finds its meaning in Christ, beginning with the Father’s vital Fatherhood—the Father marking out a vast family for Himself in His Son, chosen before the foundation of the world. From this starting point, each strand—creation, providence, government, redemption, sanctification, begetting, and revelation—takes its proper place as a means ser...
2025-09-1121 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus049 The Eternal Purpose #2 - ‘The Proper Starting Point’Where you begin the story of God shapes where you end. If you start with man, you end with man. If you start with the Father, you end with His family. In this episode Alex unpacks Chapter 2 of DeVern Fromke’s The Ultimate Intention, showing how the wrong starting point—whether the Fall, man’s commission, or even God as Creator—always distorts the story. Only when we begin with the Father’s eternal purpose in His Son do all the parts make sense. 🎧Listen to the full chapter being read on Tent Talk: Tent Talk Podcast
2025-09-0812 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus048 The Eternal Purpose #1 - ‘Help me to Understand’In this first episode of The Eternal Purpose, Alex unpacks Chapter 1 of DeVern Fromke’s Ultimate Intention. Drawing from both the blue cover edition and the version Nancy McCready is reading on Tent Talk, Alex explores the Father’s eternal purpose with simple and down-to-earth teaching.This episode takes us through the opening cry of the book: Help me to understand. We look at the story of Billy and his questions, and how this reveals the God-given urge in every person to ask why. We explore the sense of destiny woven into every human heart and see how...
2025-09-0415 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus009 Abiding Oneness #6 - 'Sinner, or Son?'As we enter Easter week, this final episode in the Abiding Oneness series draws all the threads together—our union with Christ, our crucifixion and resurrection with Him, and the eternal plan of the Father to place us in the Son. This isn’t the end of a teaching series; it’s the unveiling of God’s story from before the foundation of the world: not just to save sinners, but to raise sons.Also in this episode, Alex briefly discusses The Bible Society report: The Quiet Revival, and as encouraging as the findings are, there are real som...
2025-04-1425 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus006 Abiding Oneness #3 - 'Trusting Him to keep you'In this episode of Firm Foundation Focus, Alex continues the Abiding Oneness series by exploring the liberating truth that it is Christ—not your own strength—that keeps you abiding. Drawing from chapter 3 of Andrew Murray’s Abide in Christ, Alex unpacks the reality that the One who saved you is the One who sustains you.Too often, believers fall into the trap of striving to maintain intimacy with God, as if abiding depends on their performance. But Jesus makes it clear: “No one can snatch them out of My hand” (John 10:28). Your security rests in His grip, not...
2025-04-0322 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomUnlocking Reading Success: Expert Strategies to Boost Literacy and Engage Young Readers | Kristy JonesIn this insightful episode of The International Classroom Podcast, host Alex Gray speaks with renowned reading specialist Kristy Jones about evidence-based approaches to improving reading skills, rekindling a love of reading, and understanding the science behind literacy development.Key Topics Discussed:The Science of Reading: Kristy explains the "Big Five" components—Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension—and how they form the foundation of effective reading instruction.Early Identification & Intervention: Discover why early recognition of reading challenges is crucial, including how educators and parents can differentiate between general struggles and specific learning disa...
2025-03-3046 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomAre Schools Becoming Obsolete? Rethinking Learning, Leadership & What Really Matters — with Andy VasilyWhat if the way we do school is no longer working?In this special crossover episode of The International Classroom and Run Your Life Podcast, Alex Gray is joined by global educator and coach Andy Vasily to explore a powerful question:👉 Are schools still fit for purpose in 2025?Together, we unpack some of education’s most urgent challenges — and opportunities for change.🧠 Topics include:Learning loss vs learning gains since COVIDThe myth of “one-size-fits-all” PDWhy school culture is built on trust, not titlesCognitive diversity in leadership teamsReimagining assessment and student successParenting, failure, and t...
2025-03-231h 13Firm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus002 Spirit-filled sons #2In this second episode of 'Spirit-filled sons,' we continue to delve into theprofound concept of being filled with Holy Spirit, as Paul writes in Ephesians 5:18. Alex explores the true meaning of living a Spirit-filled life, moving beyond common misconceptions and understanding the transformative power of HolySpirit. Drawing insights from spiritual giants Tozer and Watchman Nee, Alex discusses the necessity of the Spirit-filled life, the importance of surrendering to Holy Spirit's control, and the freedom that comes from living under the Spirit's governance. Join Alex as he uncovers the deeper significance of Holy Spirit in our lives...
2025-03-2115 minFirm Foundation Focus
Firm Foundation Focus001 Spirit-filled sons #1In this first of three episodes of the series, 'Spirit-filled sons,' Alex delves into the profound teachings of Ephesians 5:18, where Paul urges believers to be filled with Holy Spirit.Join Alex as he explores the truemeaning of being Spirit-filled, moving beyond mere manifestations and gifts to a life fully controlled and influenced by Holy Spirit. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, Alex challenges common misconceptions and invites listeners to experience genuine transformation and oneness with HolySpirit. Tune in for a provoking journey that redefines what it means to live a Spirit-filled life.Check my...
2025-03-2014 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomRethinking Education for an AI Era: A Conversation with Tannya Jajal of AIDENIn this episode, Alex Gray sits down with Tannya Jajal, Founder and CEO of AIDEN, to explore how AI is transforming classrooms worldwide. From moving beyond rote memorisation and test-based models to emphasising critical thinking, creativity, and ethical AI usage, Tannya shares a compelling vision for future-ready learning. Discover practical strategies for reimagining traditional curricula, empowering teachers, and preparing students for a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Follow Tannya: LinkedInAIDEN: Website 🎬 Follow, listen and connect with me on other social platforms:LinktreeSubstack If you’re passionate about future-ready skills, innov...
2025-02-0242 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomDeepanshu Arora on Toddle: AI Tools to Elevate Teaching | The International Classroom PodcastIn this episode of The International Classroom Podcast, Alex Gray sits down with Deepanshu Arora, co-founder of Toddle, to explore how this innovative edtech platform is transforming the way educators plan, collaborate, and teach. Based in Bangalore, Deepanshu shares Toddle’s mission to save teachers time, elevate their teaching practices, and integrate AI seamlessly into the classroom. Discover Toddle’s latest features, including AI tutors and smart lesson planning tools, designed to support progressive education methodologies like competency-based assessments, project-based learning, and interdisciplinary teaching. Learn how Toddle addresses key challenges for educators, including data privacy and efficient work...
2024-12-2239 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomFuture-Proofing STEM Education: Preparing Students for 2050 and Beyond | Ep.2What will STEM education look like in 2050? Will we teach quantum computing to primary students or prepare learners for interplanetary challenges? In Episode 2 of our STEM mini-podcast series, leading up to the STEM Learning Conference in Dubai this February, we explore the future of STEM education and how educators can prepare for a world where STEM evolves faster than ever. Join host Alex Gray and guest Alex Moore, STEM Consultant and AI Leader, as they discuss: ✅ Cutting-edge fields like quantum computing, bioengineering, and AI that educators need to embrace. ✅ The rise of digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving as esse...
2024-12-2116 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomEthical AI for Education: Alex from TAISK on Empowering Teachers and ProfessionalsDiscover how Alex from TAISK is changing education through ethical AI in this episode of The International Classroom Podcast. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI in education, exploring how TAISK empowers teachers, schools, and professionals with cutting-edge tools designed to save time, reduce workload, and enhance productivity. Alex shares his journey of building TAISK, a platform that enables users to create AI chatbots and agents tailored to their specific needs—whether it’s supporting students, streamlining school processes, or helping businesses grow. With a focus on data privacy, ethical considerations, and accessibility, TAISK is pavi...
2024-12-1945 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomSTEM Unplugged | Hands-On Learning in a Digital World | Ep. 1In an increasingly digital world, how do we keep the magic of hands-on STEM learning alive? In Episode 1 of our mini-podcast series leading up to the STEM Learning Conference in Dubai this February, we explore the power of "unplugged" STEM activities to strike the perfect balance between screens and hands-on experimentation. Join host Alex Gray as he chats with Alex Moore from STEM Learning, UK, about: ➡️ The role of tactile, practical activities in science, computing, and mathematics. ➡️ Real-world examples of unplugged learning, from robotics and drones to physical experiments. ➡️ Why hands-on methods sometimes outperform digital tools in helping students grasp challe...
2024-12-1815 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomTomi Kauppinen on Future Learning: Design Thinking and Global Collaboration in EducationJoin host Alex Gray in this captivating episode of the International Classroom Podcast, as he sits down with Tomi Kauppinen—a modern-day Renaissance man hailing from Helsinki, Finland. Tomi is the Head of Online Learning at Aalto University, an artist, author, scientist, and researcher whose expertise spans information visualisation, design thinking, and the future of education. What You'll Learn: The Finnish and German Educational Systems: Discover how different educational approaches in the Nordic countries and Germany shape teaching and learning methodologies. Information Visualisation in Education: Learn how transforming raw data into meaningful stories can enhance learning ou...
2024-11-0847 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomEmpowering Inclusion: Dr. Catherine O'Farrell on Technology & Education for People of DeterminationIn this episode of The International Classroom, host Alex Gray chats with Dr. Catherine O'Farrell at the Zayed Higher Organization in Abu Dhabi to delve into the impact of inclusive education in the UAE. Discover how SMART Technologies are reshaping classrooms, supporting people of determination (POD), and breaking down barriers to accessible learning. Dr. O'Farrell shares her expertise in using assistive tools, fostering independence, and promoting a culture of inclusion across educational settings. Episode Highlights: Inclusive education strategies in the UAE The role of SMART Technologies in supporting POD Dr. O'Farrell’s personal journey in special ne...
2024-10-2533 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomPodcasting for Teacher Growth: Arthur Moore & Shane Leaning Share PD TipsIn this episode of The International Classroom, host Alex Gray is joined by Arthur Moore, co-host of Tea and Teaching, and Shane Leaning, host of Global Leaders, to explore how podcasts are transforming professional development (PD) for teachers. Discover how educators can leverage podcasting to engage in meaningful PD on the go, and hear firsthand how these seasoned podcasters have used their platforms to foster growth, learning, and community in education.
2024-09-2857 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomVirtual Worlds, Hybrid Classrooms, and the EduMetaverse with Andrew WrightIn this episode of The International Classroom, host Alex Gray sits down with Andrew Wright, founder of EduMetaverse, to explore how virtual worlds and hybrid classrooms are transforming education. Andrew shares his inspiring journey from classroom teacher to digital innovator, revealing how EduMetaverse creates immersive, interactive learning environments that engage students like never before. Discover how virtual reality (VR) and WebXR can be integrated into your teaching to enhance student engagement, foster collaboration, and build essential 21st-century skills. Key Highlights: The rise of virtual worlds and hybrid classrooms in education. How EduMetaverse is revolutionising...
2024-09-201h 05The International Classroom
The International ClassroomNew School Year EnergyIn this episode of The International Classroom, co-hosts Alex and Drew dive into the highs and lows of the first two weeks back at school. With a new academic year in full swing, they explore how educators can maintain their "new school year energy" while juggling leadership responsibilities, work-life balance, and classroom challenges. 🔑 Key Topics Discussed: Work-Life Balance for Teachers: How to prioritize personal time while staying committed to the demands of teaching and leadership. Leadership in Education: Alex’s new role overseeing a Sixth Form and the strategies he uses to build a positive school cultu...
2024-09-0651 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomMaximizing AI's Impact in Education: Advanced Strategies for School Leaders and TeachersWelcome back to Season 3 of The International Classroom! In this special back-to-school episode, we're onto part two of the series in collaboration with the British Schools in the Middle East (BSME) to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education. From practical strategies for integrating AI into your classroom to expert tips for school leaders on managing digital change, this episode covers everything you need to get started with AI this school year. We discuss the importance of simplifying policies, empowering staff, and creating sustainable frameworks to support AI implementation. Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, or part of...
2024-08-301h 02The International Classroom
The International ClassroomBack to School: Essential AI Integration Strategies for Educators and School LeadersWelcome back to Season 3 of The International Classroom! In this special back-to-school episode, we kick off a two-part series in collaboration with the British Schools in the Middle East (BSME) to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education. From practical strategies for integrating AI into your classroom to expert tips for school leaders on managing digital change, this episode covers everything you need to get started with AI this school year. We discuss the importance of simplifying policies, empowering staff, and creating sustainable frameworks to support AI implementation. Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, or part of th...
2024-08-241h 02The International Classroom
The International ClassroomInternational Back-to-School Advice: Top Tips from Global Education ExpertsAs schools around the world prepare for a new academic year, educators face unique challenges and opportunities. In this episode of The International Classroom, we’ve gathered insights from global education experts who share their top tips for navigating the back-to-school season. From leveraging the latest teaching technologies to fostering an inclusive and resilient classroom environment, these international leaders offer practical advice and proven strategies for a successful start to the school year. Whether you’re an educator, administrator, or parent, tune in to discover actionable insights that can make a difference in classrooms everywhere. Keep the conv...
2024-08-1652 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomUnlocking Teacher Expertise: Insights from Stuart Kime on Evidence-Based PracticeDiscover powerful strategies for enhancing teacher expertise and student outcomes with Stuart Kime, a leading authority on evidence-based education. In this episode of The International Classroom Podcast, Kime shares his journey from classroom teacher to researcher and founder of Evidence Based Education. He discusses the core principles of evidence-informed practice, emphasising the importance of teacher autonomy and professional judgment in adapting research findings to their unique contexts. Kime introduces the Great Teaching Toolkit, a comprehensive resource designed to support teachers in developing their adaptive expertise through feedback, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Gain valuable insights into the future of education...
2024-06-1448 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomLive from the Classroom: Alex & Drew Going Live on Life, Learning, & Lesson PlansJoin teachers Drew and Alex as they embark on their first-ever live podcast episode! In this candid conversation, they share their experiences of attending the Dubai Teaching Conference, discuss the importance of teacher well-being and mental health, and delve into their love for lesson planning (spreadsheets included!). They also explore the role of AI in education, the skills students need for the future, and the power of collaboration in the teaching profession. Join us in this exciting episode of The International Classroom Podcast as we speak with Pat Yongpradit, a former teacher turned AI education pioneer, now...
2024-05-241h 01The International Classroom
The International ClassroomSneakers, Lego, and the Future of Education: A Chat with PatJoin us in this exciting episode of The International Classroom Podcast as we speak with Pat Yongpradit, a former teacher turned AI education pioneer, now working with code.org. Broadcasting from Washington D.C., Pat shares his unique journey from classroom teaching to impacting global education with AI. Discover the multifaceted world of code.org, understand the power of AI in modern education, and get a sneak peek into Pat’s personal hobbies from cycling to his passion for sneakers. 📚 Learn more: https://code.org/https://www.teachai.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/patyongpradit/ ------------------------------------------------------------------SMART Free EdTec...
2024-05-1748 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomDeep Pedagogies, Inclusion, and Social-Emotional Learning with Leo ThompsonJoin Leo Thompson on the International Classroom Podcast as he shares insights on empowering teachers through deep pedagogies, inclusion strategies, and integrating social-emotional learning (SEL). Discover how educators can customise their curriculum for high-quality learning, navigate global challenges, and leverage technology to amplify teaching practices. Learn practical tips and innovative ideas for fostering character education and creating engaging, supportive school environments. Don't miss this inspiring episode packed with actionable advice! 📚 Learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-thompson-education/ ------------------------------------------------------------------ SMART Free EdTech Assessment tool: https://edtechassessment.azurewebsites.net/survey/capabilities_all/en/1/3bc7c3a0-402a-44bc...
2024-05-101h 14The International Classroom
The International ClassroomReturn of the Chat: Spring Breaks and Career MovesGet ready to reminisce! In Return of the Chat: Spring Breaks and Career Moves, Alex and Drew are back after a break, and the chat is great! Laughter and lighthearted banter flow freely as Drew opens up about his whirlwind life. He's undergone a major career shift, one that blends his past experiences with exciting new ventures. This exciting transition, however, explains the reason for his podcast absence – it's been a busy time! As they catch up, their conversation delves into the ever-changing world of education. They chat about how AI is starting to play a role in the cl...
2024-03-291h 07The International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO13: Matt Green: The Rapping Teacher's Journey to Viral Education SuccessJoin us on this episode of the International Classroom as we dive into the extraordinary journey of Matt Green, the dynamic rapping science teacher who has taken social media by storm. From his academic beginnings at Kent University and Imperial College to becoming a beloved educator, Matt shares his transformation into a content creator who blends the rhythms of rap with the intricacies of science education. With over 500,000 followers and 9.3 million likes on TikTok, Matt's innovative approach to teaching has not only made science accessible but has also ignited a passion for learning in students across the globe. Discover...
2024-02-0247 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomEsports Education Insights with Expert James Fraser-MurisonJoin host Alex Gray in this episode of the International Classroom Podcast, as we speak about Esports education with our special guest, James Fraser-Murison, a renowned pioneer and leader in the field. With over 15 years of experience, James brings a wealth of knowledge in developing innovative online courses and programs in Esports. This episode is a must-listen for educators, students, and anyone passionate about the intersection of gaming and learning. Welcome to the episode... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-fraser-murison/ Website: https://fraseresportsltd.com/ ------------------------------------------------------ Sponsors Courses: See what DEEP Professional has to offer here: https://coursesdeepprofessional.com/ ...
2024-01-2648 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO11: Educational Innovation with Dr. Kip Glazer: AI & Game-Based LearningIn this episode of the International Classroom we dive into the world of educational innovation with Dr. Kip Glazer, principal of Mountain View High School. Discover how Dr. Glazer's journey from South Korea to the US shaped her approach to leading diverse school communities. Explore her insights on game-based learning, the integration of AI in education, and her evolution from aspiring lawyer to an influential educator. Whether you're an educator, student, or lifelong learner, this episode offers valuable perspectives on leveraging technology in classrooms and preparing students for a dynamic future. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes on...
2024-01-1956 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO10: Challenging the Norm: Gender, Resilience, and Innovation in the Tech World with Gabi ImmelmanGabi Immelman is the founder and CEO of Mindjoy, an edtech startup that helps STEM teachers unleash curiosity for boundless classroom learning with the power of AI. She has a background in education, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and she was named one of the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans for 20221. According to her own blog, Gabi started Mindjoy after spending three years in Silicon Valley, where she worked in various learning settings and observed how technology was used to foster self-directed and lifelong learning. She wanted to bring that kind of learning experience to South Africa and other parts of...
2024-01-0555 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO9: Global Insights and AI Integration in Design Thinking with Dr Sabba QuidwaiJoin us in this episode as we delve into the crucial role of design thinking in modern teaching, emphasising empathy and its transformative impact. Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we learn, enhancing creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Dr. Quidwai brings a decade of experience in this field, offering unique insights into how empathy-driven design thinking can revolutionise educational practices. Her expertise in blending technology and pedagogy shines through as she discusses the challenges and opportunities of AI in education. Don't miss out on the latest trends and tips in education – hit the subscribe button, and li...
2023-12-2059 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO7: Global Education Insights with Matthew Wemyss: Challenges and Innovations🌍 Join us in this exciting episode of the International Classroom Podcast, featuring the insightful Matthew Wemyss. Dive deep into the world of global education as we explore innovative solutions, confront challenges, and celebrate diverse student experiences. 🔍 What's Inside: Expert Insights: Hear from Matthew Wemyss and other global education leaders. Innovative Educational Solutions: Discover cutting-edge approaches to teaching and learning. Overcoming Challenges: Learn how educators worldwide are tackling obstacles in education. International Perspectives: Gain a unique understanding of education from a global viewpoint. Community Engagement: Engage with a community passionate about lifelong learning. Welcome to the ch...
2023-12-011h 04The International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO5: Building Trust, Not Checking Boxes with Craig RandallI recently had the pleasure of speaking with Craig Randall, author of "Trust-Based Observations: Maximising Teaching and Learning Growth", about his insights on transforming teacher evaluations. In this episode, Craig explains the principles behind trust-based observations - a system he developed to focus on teacher growth and improvement through trust, reflection, and collaboration. We discuss the importance of building relationships, setting goals, and moving away from the "checklist" mentality of traditional classroom observations. Craig shares stories from his experience as an educator and administrator, and provides guidance on how schools can implement trust-based practices. He emphasises the need to...
2023-11-0552 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO4: AI in Education: Bridging Equity and Access with Amanda BickerstaffIn this episode of the International Classroom Podcast, host Alex Gray sits down with the dynamic Amanda Bickerstaff, CEO of AI for Education. A blend of teacher, researcher, and visionary, Amanda shares her global journey, exploring the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence and education. Delve into real-world challenges, innovative solutions, and glean invaluable advice for educators keen on integrating AI into their curricula. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of learning, ensuring you're at the forefront of educational evolution. Follow Amanda here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-bickerstaff-edu/ Website: https://www.aiforeducation...
2023-10-1457 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO3: Cracking the Nut: A Chat with Matt and Ben, Founders of SquirrelIn today’s enlightening episode, we sit down with Matt and Ben, the visionary founders behind Squirrel, an innovative platform offering free financial literacy resources for students. Tune in as we delve deep into the motivations, aspirations, and the journey of creating a tool that aims to empower the next generation with financial knowledge and acumen. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the experiences of Matt and Ben in making financial literacy accessible and engaging for all students! Tune in, get inspired, and take control of your financial future with the help of Squirrel! Contacts: Matt@squirreledu.co ...
2023-09-2941 minThe International Classroom
The International ClassroomS2EO2: Innovating STEAM Education with Mark Ryan – From Hong Kong to Abu Dhabi's Top IB SchoolIn this fascinating episode, we chat with Mark Ryan, the Head of Specialists (PYP) at Raha International School, a Top IB School in the UAE. Mark shares his journey in arts education, stretching from his ground-breaking work in Hong Kong to his latest venture: setting up an Innovation Lab at Raha School in Abu Dhabi. Mark provides deep insights into the challenges and triumphs of nurturing creative talent across diverse cultural landscapes. Before joining Raha, Mark gained recognition for his TV work in Hong Kong. In this episode, we explore: Mark's early years and career in Hong Kong, and...
2023-09-1155 minAfrocentric.
Afrocentric.I am Such a Little Lady featuring Alex GrayThis episode explores womanism and how it challenges traditional feminism by centering the experiences of black women. We discuss the historical marginalization of black women in feminist movements, and how womanism offers a more inclusive and intersectional approach to social justice. We also examine the relationship between femininity and womanism, and how embracing femininity can be a form of resistance against negative stereotypes of black women. Join my guest, Alex Gray reestablish that we are nice, young ladies.
2023-05-251h 19Afrocentric.
Afrocentric.Gray(t) Minds featuring Alex GrayAs of 2021, the Black hair market is worth $1.6 billion and is expected to continue growing. Although the black hair care industry is extremely profitable, for many of the shareholders and business owners within this sector there is a lack of diversity of hair types. Moreover, many of the hair products that are promoted specifically towards the black community contain toxins that are hazardous to our health. Throughout the Diaspora, people of African descent are shamed for the way that their hair naturally grows out of their scalp. Leading me to wonder: How can we learn to love our hair when...
2023-01-051h 42Always Building Podcast
Always Building PodcastAB04 - Alex HeidenAlex Heiden is the founder of Closify, a marketplace for commission-only sales closers.   I've been inspired by his focus and fast growth, so it's an honor to have him on the Always Building podcast!   We talk in-depth about:  - Finding what resonates with you - Going from "working on a project" to being a real business owner & CEO - Networking to find amazing people that boost growth - The struggles of growing a marketplace - Jumping into an industry with an unlimited amount of demand - What's in sto...
2021-11-101h 09Always Building Podcast
Always Building PodcastAB01 - What is the Always Building Podcast?Welcome to the Always Building Podcast! In this episode: > Introduction to the podcast & your host, Alex Gray > Goals for the podcast > Where Alex comes from and some of his journey > A taste of things to come in future episodes! -- This episode is presented by ProspectingToolkit, unlimited B2B data and cold email campaigns. -- For more information on Always Building: > VIP Membership > Exclusive Video Trainings with Industry Experts > 1-1 Feedback in our Discussion Forums > Agency Knowledge Base >...
2021-10-2018 minGray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 17 - StorytimeA new type of episode for us here at Gray Tales. An unfortunate bout of illness means that Alex has to isolate. Not to be defeated, Alex reads out a variety of super spooky submissions next to the campfire! 
2021-08-3040 minGray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 10 - The Dyatlov Pass IncidentIn January of 1959, 9 hikers set out to test themselves by undertaking the toughest trek of their lives. They never returned home. What was initially thought to be a terrible accident may have been much, much more. Join us as we cover the various theories of what could have happened to these unfortunate souls. Prepare yourselves, as the deeper we dive, the less things seem to make sense. From aliens to Yetis and government conspiracies, we try to make sense of what must be one of the greatest mysteries of all time. Also on this week's sh...
2021-01-241h 36Gray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 7 - WitchesThis one was tough! This week, we dive into the history of witches. What we thought would be a fun romp through Hogwarts style conjuring and broom flying, actually turned out to be a harrowing look into the oppression and murder of thousands of talented women, throughout the middle ages. Join us as we discover how the seeds of suspicion were planted and flourished into wild accusation and flat out murder throughout Europe. Also on this week's episode: A figure luring people into the woods, a doll that should never be played with, HAIRY FACE! YELLOW EYES! a...
2020-12-131h 30Gray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 6 - Phobias part 2So good that we could not fit it all into one episode! This week, we revisit unique and unusual phobias. Everyone is scared of something, some of those fears are just more strange than others. Also on this week's episode: a romantic outing ruined by ghostly figures, something sinister that lurks in the hills and a visitor from the future? All these terrifying paranormal encounters and more on this week's Gray Tales! 
2020-12-0657 minGray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 5 - Astral ProjectionIs it possible for us to leave our physical body and travel to other places and even interact with other beings in the Astral Plane? Or are we just having extremely vivid dreams? Join us this week as we discuss stories of Astral Projection and our host's attempts to leave their physical body, as well as more spine tingling stories of paranormal encounters. All this and more on this week's Gray Tales!
2020-11-2959 minGray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 4 - Past LivesIs it possible that this is not the first time we have walked this Earth? Could we have had families and loved ones that we have long since forgotten? Join us again as we dive into the concept of past lives, including a surprising revelation from one of our hosts. We also once again have more spine chilling tales of paranormal experiences, sent in by our listeners. All this and more on this week's Gray Tales! 
2020-11-221h 04Gray Tales
Gray TalesGray Tales - Episode 3 - PremonitionsSometimes our dreams can feel real. A little too real. Have your dreams or nightmares ever become a reality? Join us this week as we cover some unsettling dreams and premonitions that came all too true! We also read out some more terrifying paranormal experiences from our listeners. All this and more on this week's Gray Tales! 
2020-11-1559 minABC Music Talk
ABC Music TalkCurrent Affairs: Merger - Gray London & Open Door Artists - Graham PerkinsLondon to Manila.Gray London has merged with Open Door Artists - now Gray Door Entertainment - management company bridging the gap between East & West.Graham Perkins talks merger & his 22 years in Asia now he has returned to the UK.Yahoo Article: https://sg.style.yahoo.com/graham-perkins-guji-lorenzana-bridge-190257171.htmlMusic: ili 'Breath'Video: https://rotorvideos.com/abcmusichttps://youtu.be/FSmBg3Sl5OM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-0943 minGray On Gray
Gray On GrayEpisode 1 Q BallAlex Gray and Malik Grove are 2 football coaches who talk about different areas of life and entertainment.. this episode Talks about the Netflix documentary Q Ball.... Touches on all American and carona
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