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Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schoolsGer Graus Gets Gritty - Season AnnouncementProfessor Dr Ger Graus OBE will be joining me for a dedicated season based on his book - Through a Different Lens - Lessons from a Life in Education.We will discuss in more depth the 6 chapters:1. The benefit of hindsight and the lessons learned. This includes family influences, school experiences, teachers, being a teacher and being involved in The Children's University, Kidzania and travelling the world giving lectures, presentations and being a keynote speaker.2. Children can only aspire to what they know exists. I am a living example of this........I would...
2025-09-2912 minEducation On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schoolsCan AI create an engaging summary of a book focused interview?In advance of our Ger Graus season which will be based on his book Through a Different Lens - Lessons from a Life in Education I have created a summary podcast of our previous conversation (Ep 439) using NotebookLM. This is as - described on it's website - 'the AI research tool and thinking partner that can analyze your sources, turn complexity into clarity and transform your content'.You will hear 2 AI voices discuss and summarise our conversation about Ger's book. Why do this? Partly as a quick recap before we start the Ger Graus season...
2025-09-1517 minEducation On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schoolsRevolutionizing Educational Engagement: Join the MovementDuring the autumn we will have a dedicated series exploring how education can change lives through the work of Professor Dr. Ger Graus and his book "Through a Different Lens: Lessons From a Life in Education."What You'll Hear:Real stories from teachers, parents, and mentorsPractical ways to help children discover who they really areHow communities can work together to improve educationSimple strategies that make a real difference in learningWe will structure the podcast around the chapters of the book, have LIVE Q&A shows and interview some inspirational people about how education...
2025-09-0810 minEducation On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schoolsThe Dawn of a New Era in Learning: What to Expect This AutumnThis podcast episode explains the forthcoming evolution of the Education on Fire podcast, as I, Mark Taylor, prepare to embark on an exciting new chapter with esteemed educator Professor Dr. Ger Graus OBE. Central to our discussion will be the exploration of innovative educational theories derived from Ger's autobiography, focusing on the concepts of connection, extension, and challenge in the learning process. We aim to illuminate the distinction between merely imparting knowledge and fostering genuine understanding, thereby empowering children to aspire to their fullest potential. Additionally, I express my profound gratitude to our longstanding sponsor, the National Association for...
2025-08-1117 min
This Isn’t WorkingIs It 'Woke' To Care About Poor Kids? (Ft. Prof Dr Ger Graus)Would scrapping DEI really mean a 'return to meritocracy' - or is there no such thing? What will happen if employers, educators and politicians stop all attempts to level the playing field, and instead do nothing to adjust for disadvantage?
In this illuminating episode, Professor Dr Ger Graus shares his insights about advantage, ambition and opportunity learned over the course of his long career in education and research. He also explains why he thinks the loudest voices on education and employment policies (including DEI - diversity, equity and inclusion) are often the least qualified to offer helpful...
2025-06-101h 01
Ethics TV with Jonathan MacDonald#39 Professor Dr Ger Graus OBEProfessor Dr Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education - once described as “Jean-Jacques Rousseau meets Willy Wonka”. He was the first Global Director of Education at KidZania and the founding CEO of the Children’s University. In 2019, Ger became a Visiting Professor at the National Research University in Moscow, Russia. He is also a Professor of Practice at the University of Cumbria, United Kingdom, and a Member of the PhD Advisory Council at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. Ger is a frequent keynote speaker at some of the world’s leading...
2025-06-1036 min
Heads & TalesDr Ger Graus OBEHenry is joined by Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE – education trailblazer and provocateur – best known as the first Global Director of Education at KidZania. A true internationalist with roots in the Netherlands and a career forged in the UK, Ger’s impact on global education has been both profound and unconventional.
2025-05-2129 min
National Association for Primary EducationProf Dr Ger Graus OBE - Professional AutobiographyGer’s professional autobiography, Through a Different Lens – Lessons from a Life in Education, published by Routledge in April 2025.Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education – once described as “Jean-Jacques Rousseau meets Willy Wonka”. He was the first Global Director of Education at KidZania and the founding CEO of the Children’s University. In 2019, Ger became a Visiting Professor at the National Research University in Moscow, Russia. He is also a Professor of Practice at the University of Cumbria, United Kingdom, and a Member of the PhD Advisory Council at the Universi...
2025-05-0953 min
Speakeasy AcademyStorytelling is for Kids?I review a recent podcast I heard with Storyteller and professor Ger Graus. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storytelling-school/id1544030931?i=1000697822421
2025-04-0721 minEducation On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schoolsThrough a Different Lens - Lessons from a Life in Education with Prof Dr Ger Graus OBEProfessor Dr Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education - once described as “Jean-Jacques Rousseau meets Willy Wonka”. He was the first Global Director of Education at KidZania and the founding CEO of the Children’s University. In 2019, Ger became a Visiting Professor at the National Research University in Moscow, Russia. He is also a Professor of Practice at the University of Cumbria, United Kingdom, and a Member of the PhD Advisory Council at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. Ger is a frequent keynote speaker at some of the world’...
2025-04-0752 min
Storytelling SchoolHow Storytelling Can Unlock Opportunities and Shape RealityI'm running a high-stakes speaking event and, as I always do, I have everyone share their name and something interesting that may not be on their bio. We go around, one by one, with people sharing surprising facts and fun stories. The energy is light and full of laughter. Until we get to the last person who says, "Hi. I'm Sandy Zabarsky, and I just got out of prison." The whole room goes silent, and you can hear a pin drop. All eyes are on her, and for a split second, you can almost see the assumptions...
2025-03-0529 minStorytelling SchoolHow Storytelling Can Unlock Opportunities and Shape RealityI'm running a high-stakes speaking event and, as I always do, I have everyone share their name and something interesting that may not be on their bio. We go around, one by one, with people sharing surprising facts and fun stories. The energy is light and full of laughter. Until we get to the last person who says, "Hi. I'm Sandy Zabarsky, and I just got out of prison." The whole room goes silent, and you can hear a pin drop. All eyes are on her, and for a split second, you can almost see the assumptions...
2025-03-0529 min
EduTrendsEp. 12 - The globalization of growing up with Ger GrausGer Graus, Global Director of Education at KidZania, met with José "Pepe" Escamilla at Tec de Monterrey to talk about the state of children's education, the need for a new educational focus on children's aspirations and the globalization of growing up. Ger Graus also discussed how schools, parents, and the environment shape the way girls and boys make choices throughout their learning journey. A Podcast by Tec Sounds Podcasts.
2024-09-0937 minEduTrendsEp. 12 - The globalization of growing up with Ger GrausGer Graus, Global Director of Education at KidZania, met with José "Pepe" Escamilla at Tec de Monterrey to talk about the state of children's education, the need for a new educational focus on children's aspirations and the globalization of growing up. Ger Graus also discussed how schools, parents, and the environment shape the way girls and boys make choices throughout their learning journey. A Podcast by Tec Sounds Podcasts.
2024-09-0937 min
Talking Early Years with June O'SullivanTalking Early Years: June O'Sullivan and Dr Ger Graus“I see myself as the Benjamin Button of Education” In conversation with Dr Ger Graus. The power of play is recognised within the Early Years sector as essential to children’s development. Playing is a child’s right and is our main teaching tool. As Friedrich Froebel said so eloquently back in 1837, “Play is the highest expression of human development in childhood for it alone is the free expression of what is in a child's soul.” Yet today, we are limiting children’s opportunity for play more and more. I still hear people’s stor...
2024-03-2136 min
Teach Middle East PodcastBreaking the Class Size Myth for Enhanced Learning with Prof Dr Ger Graus OBESend us a textHave you ever wondered if smaller class sizes always translate to better learning? In this episode, we challenge that assumption with our guest, Prof Dr Ger Graus OBE, a seasoned educator and educational advisor. Ger brings a wealth of experience from traditional and non-traditional learning environments, and he's here to shed light on the benefits of larger classrooms.This episode goes beyond the simple notion of "less is more." We'll explore the value of diverse learning dynamics and how quality teaching can truly shine, regardless of class size. Ger will reveal...
2024-03-1840 min
The Benjamin Franklin International School Podcast: Changemaking in ActionEp 5: Becoming Me: Focusing on Future Pathways with Professor Ger Graus, OBE and Rhonda LeshmanThis episode of the BFIS Podcast, introduced by Rachel Hovington, features BFIS University and Future Pathways Counselor Rhonda Leshman and Kyra Kellawan, Development Director in conversation with Prof Dr. Ger Graus OBE, a founding Global Education Director at KidZania and founding Chief Executive of the Children's University.
A regular keynote speaker at educational conferences across the globe, Professor Graus is a seminal figure in futures education. He is now advocating for a ‘Futures Awareness’ campaign in partnership with the world of work to globally introduce careers education in elementary education. He frequently reminds us that children can only...
2024-01-2659 min
Pulse 95 LiveDr. Ger Graus on improving the Educational Sector at the IGCF 2023Education is a complex institution that deals with many paradigms and groups. Dr. Ger Graus, the Global Director of Education at KidZania, talks about how to improve the system, taking new technologies into consideration and keeping the child and the student in the center.Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com************************Follow us on Social.www.facebook.com/pulse95radiowww.twitter.com/pulse95radiowww.instagram.com/pulse95radio
2023-09-1814 min
Pulse 95 LiveDr. Ger Graus on improving the Educational Sector at the IGCF 2023Education is a complex institution that deals with many paradigms and groups. Dr. Ger Graus, the Global Director of Education at KidZania, talks about how to improve the system, taking new technologies into consideration and keeping the child and the student in the center.
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2023-09-1414 minEducation On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools359: A life in education with Prof Dr Ger Graus OBEProf Dr Ger Graus OBE, an iconic figure in the field of education. A renowned expert on educational innovation and community engagement, he was the first Global Director of Education at the world-famous children’s entertainment-education company, KidZania, and founding CEO of the Children’s University. With his extensive experience at the very highest level of the learning industry, Professor Graus is a much sought-after advisor for organisations globally on the future direction of education. Driven by his famous mantra that “Children can only aspire to what they know exists” Professor Graus champions the cause of creativity, progress...
2023-09-0457 min
Change CultivatorsFrom Birth To The Boardroom‘From birth to the boardroom: Children can only aspire to what they know exists’
Join me for this fascinating conversation with Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE and Lori Tauber Marcus (Band of Sisters, Peloton, Del Monte, Pepsico) as we discuss the impact of a child's upbringing on how they show up in the workplace one day.
2022-08-0256 min
Elevate LifeEp. 5: Metaverse in Schools, with Prof. Dr Ger Graus | Elevate Life PodcastElevate Life is a Podcast hosted by Nimesh Patel, Kabuni CEO and Nina Jane Patel, VP of Metaverse Research at Kabuni. We are on a search to find leaders across industries who are building experiences that leave us in a better place to enjoy our planet.In Season 1, Neil and Nina will be talking to experts, artists and thought leaders across the globe about the Metaverse, Web 3.0 and using Immersive Reality to Elevate Life.Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education. He was the first Global Director of...
2022-04-2539 minEducation On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schoolsLive from Bett 2022Mark Taylor shares everything EdTech with conversations from those speaking, attending and exhibiting live from the Bett Show in London 24th March 2022.ViewSonic very kindly invited me to be involved with their EdTech Talks.You can watch my conversation with Peter Claxton and Peter Godwin now.The Role of Podcasts in Education Marketing and Education Technology | BETT 2022 EdTech TalksListen to my Education on Fire podcast with Peter Claxton from ViewSonic Ep 226Prof Ger Graus OBE, Member of Bett’s Global Education Council. (05:15)Professor Dr Ger Graus OB...
2022-04-121h 31
Kids Media Club PodcastKids Media Club Podcast - Trends in EdtechWhat is Edtech and why do content creators need to know about it? In this episode, Jo and Andy chat to Nick Richardson, CEO of The Insights Family, and Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE, Global Education Director Of Kidzania about the world of Edtech.
2021-10-0539 min
Kids Media Club PodcastKids Media Club Podcast - Trends in EdtechWhat is Edtech and why do content creators need to know about it? In this episode, Jo and Andy chat to Nick Richardson, CEO of The Insights Family, and Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE, Global Education Director Of Kidzania about the world of Edtech.
2021-10-0539 min
SWITCHED ON! PodcastDr. Ger Graus on creating confident learnersWelcome SwitchedON! Crew. Dan here with today’s Signals around Creating Confident Learners. With me is Ger Graus the global director of education for Kidzania. A great quote from Ger in the Episode: “confident people perform better so the idea that we enable our children and girls in particular, to become more confident learners, has to be a good thing.”….. Come Join us and Enjoy the show! Resources
https://usa.kidzania.com/en-us/ (Kidzania)
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2020-12-2329 min
Community Heroes#30 | Taking Children from “from Inspiration to Aspiration" with Dr. Ger GrausTeacher, writer and social activist, Dr Ger Graus has recently been awarded an Order of the British Empire for services to children. Ger is a renowned figure in the field of education and currently he holds the position of the first Global Director of Education at KidZania.
Ger Graus has been at the heart of innovation and project development such as ‘KidZania World Online’, ‘KidZtalk’, ‘KidZania Careers Week’, ‘KidZania LitFests’; education ‘Think-Tanks’, ‘Ambassador Schools’ Ger is now spearheading a ‘Futures Awareness’ campaign to introduce careers education into the primary phase. After all, as he frequently reminds us: “Children can only aspire to wh...
2020-10-291h 04
The Edtech PodcastWhat Matters in Edtech Global Education CouncilWelcome to the third episode of the GLOBAL edition of our What Matters in Edtech Series, our podcast collaboration with Bett. This podcast series is all about the things that matter in education, and how and when tech might help. A big shout out to Bett for supporting this series, to HP for supporting this episode, and to our fantastic guests for making this episode so insightful. What's in this episode? This week, we are chatting to Bett's Global Education Council, getting to grips with the council's manifesto set in January and the wa...
2020-07-291h 03The Edtech PodcastWhat Matters in Edtech Global Education CouncilWelcome to the third episode of the GLOBAL edition of our What Matters in Edtech Series, our podcast collaboration with Bett. This podcast series is all about the things that matter in education, and how and when tech might help. A big shout out to Bett for supporting this series, to HP for supporting this episode, and to our fantastic guests for making this episode so insightful. What's in this episode? This week, we are chatting to Bett's Global Education Council, getting to grips with the council's manifesto set in January and the wa...
2020-07-291h 03
Life According To Sabrina Ben Salmi BScEpisode #64: Interview: Prof Dr Ger Graus OBE Global Director of Education at KidZaniaProf Dr Ger Graus OBEGlobal Director of Education at KidZaniaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-dr-ger-graus-obe-335bb6115/"Children can only aspire to what they know exists ..." Introducing #TheNewNormal webinar series! ️https://www.docdroid.net/file/download/8F5KlLh/thenewnormal-a-webinar-series-for-school-educators-from-pearson-pdf.pdfBIOGRAPHYDr Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education, where, since March 2017, he holds the position of the first Global Director of Education at...
2020-05-1200 min
Aprender es CrearLos niños aspiran a lo que conocen // Dr. Ger GrausEn esta ocasión les vamos a compartir algunas ideas que el Dr. Ger Graus, director educativo de Kidzania, nos compartió durante una conferencia. La charla esté en ingles pero hacemos un pequeño resumen al incio en español (1:38). Si lo prefieres puedes ir directamente a los estractos de la conferencia en el minuto 5:26.
2020-04-1718 min
Future Talk346- Gamification in the Future of Education with Dr. Ger GrausWe've always heard the saying "practice makes perfect", but how often do we apply this strategy in different education systems? In this episode, we explore the world of roleplay in education and the new job roles that are rising in these activities with the advancements in technology with Prof. Dr. Ger Graus, the Global Director of Education of Kidzania Mexico and UK. We also talk about the importance of experiencing the world of work through role modeling and how we can incorporate it more in schools.
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2020-02-2428 min
NetSupport RadioRussell Prue is joined by Dr Ger Graus on NetSupport RadioDr Ger Graus OBE and Global Director of KidZania, talks to Russell Prue on NetSupport Radio about KidZania and his upcoming talk at Bett 2020. He explains, “It’s KidZania’s 20th birthday and we now have 30 cities for children globally, with a plan for another 20 or so in the next 10 years. KidZania is a city for children aged 4-14, where they can practice, think, dream and aspire about the world of work.”As an immersive world with 80,000 square feet of aeroplanes, operating theatres, television studios, radio stations, football stadia, and so on, Dr Ger Graus asserts t...
2020-01-1410 min
The Tomasz ShowDr. Ger Graus OBE - Developing Cities Where Children are in Charge | Global Director of Education @ Kidzania | Educationalist | LeaderDr. Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education, where, since March 2017, he holds the position of the first Global Director of Education at KidZania. The organization, where children aged 4 to 14 can experience the world of work through role-play, is designed to inspire and empower: “from inspiration to aspiration”. Since its inception in 1999 in Mexico City, KidZania now has a presence in 27 cities in 21 countries on 5 continents, with 1st U.S. location coming to Frisco, TX in Fall 2019.
2019-09-031h 18
Dr Kathy Weston's Get a Grip! Parenting PodcastEpisode 11 - Dr Kathy Weston talks with Ger Graus OBE: AspirationIn this episode, Dr Weston talks to Ger Graus about ways to provide all children with the experiences to support aspiration and achievement.
2019-06-131h 04
Education Technology - Practical Podcasts2: The World of Education Through a Role Play Who is driving the education? Government, school or teacher? Is a role play in a city build for kids only good and what can they learn from a real-life modeling? Quality of device or quality of software content? What comes first? Who is better with technology: a teacher or a student? What is the main purpose of technology in our lives? Learn about Kidzania and it's role in kids' education. The idea of having a prototype of a real life for kids to learn and play could be a really interesting aspect of learning. Kinds can gain the skills and...
2019-06-0124 min
WISE On Air24: Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? with Dr. Ger GrausHow often have you been asked “What do you want to be when you grow up?” we challenge that question with the Director of Education at KidZania, Dr Ger Graus.
We hope you enjoy this episode between our host Stavros and Dr Graus, as we learn about the findings from KidZania around the impact of role-models and how they form career aspirations from a very young age.
Follow Dr Graus on Twitter @GerGraus, and learn more about KidZania here: https://kidzania.com/en
2019-01-2944 min
The Sue Atkins Parenting ShowHow To Prepare Your Kids For The REAL World Of Work, Signs That Your Baby is Allergic To Formula, Alexia Leachman on Fear Free Childbirth &In another wide-ranging episode, Sue's Expert of the Week is Dr. Ger Graus, Director of Kidzania, whose mission is to help children achieve their potential.There is also part of a radio interview about preparing children for the world of work and Sue interviews Alexia Leachman all about her work to promote Fear Free Childbirth.There's even time for two more questions in Don't Stew Ask Sue - this time it's helping children with their first part-time jobs and moving babies onto formula milk!
2018-01-1242 min
2017-11-0722 minThe Sue Atkins Parenting ShowHow to help your children aspire to what's possible plus how to deal with inappropriate material on phones - SAPS14This week we play the first part of the second expert interview. This time it's with Ger Graus who talks about Kidzania and how to help our children aspire to careers and lives they can't even imagine. Sue also tackles the difficult subject of finding inappropriate images on kids' phones and also there's a question about dyslexia. Another packed episode!
2017-04-1437 min