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Self-Funded With SpencerEmpowering Americans To Shop For Their Healthcare | with Kylie Everhart"Insurance is about health and wealth. It protects your health, it should protect your wealth." - Kylie EverhartKylie Everhart, Chief Growth Officer at Oxbridge Health, joined me to discuss episode benefit plans and how they empower consumers to make better healthcare choices. Episode benefit plans bundle pricing for the entirety of an “episode of care” - for example, if you need a knee surgery, an episode benefit plan would figure out the cost of everything involved in that procedure from several different providers in your area, and offer you multiple bundled price points to c...2025-04-011h 03
The Find Your Best Future PodcastOxbridge Update! Things have changed... don't miss the deadlinesThis special update on the "Find Your Best Future" podcast brings critical news for prospective Oxford and Cambridge applicants. Neil and Jeremy revisit the Oxbridge application process to highlight an important new requirement: a newly introduced admissions test that both Oxford and Cambridge now mandate for applicants across multiple disciplines. This change means that students need to prepare earlier than ever, as the test has shifted the application timeline, requiring submissions to be completed sooner than in previous years.
In this episode, Neil and Jeremy discuss how this earlier deadline impacts Grade 12 students, who now need to...2025-02-1225 min
Gaule's Question TimeOxbridge AI: Stories of Innovation, Community, and Global ChangeAndrew Gaule (linkedin.com/in/andrew-gaule-aimava) engages with Udai Dhamija (https://www.linkedin.com/in/udaidhamija/) and Francisco Morejón (https://www.linkedin.com/in/francisco-morej%C3%B3n-75a65514a/), the dynamic leaders behind Oxbridge AI, an entrepreneurial hub connecting Oxford and Cambridge. Oxbridge AI has emerged as a powerhouse in fostering AI innovation, empowering startups, and creating a thriving ecosystem for aspiring entrepreneurs. More below of ventures mentioned. You join an AI Academy program see Aimava Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/aimava-global-advisory-firm-11938296163To book a meeting to discuss entrepreneurship, AI and other b...2025-01-2429 min
Debate HubHow to smash an Oxbridge interview (re-issue)This is a re-issue of episode 19 in which Kate (who holds a first class undergrad and a PhD from Oxford and heads up South Hampstead's Oxbridge programme) discusses with Michael how Oxbridge applications work, how to do well in interviews, and how debating can help. 2024-10-221h 00
No Idea Whatsoever with Devvaki Aggarwal#11 - The Path to Oxbridge - Ed Richardson on UK Tutoring & Academic ExcellenceIn this final episode of Season 1 of No Idea Whatsoever, Devvaki Aggarwal, Founder and CEO of Instrucko, engages in a deep conversation with Ed Richardson, Managing Director of Keystone Tutors, about guiding students on the path to Oxbridge. Ed shares his insights on the UK education system, the importance of personalized tutoring, and how to build a strong foundation for academic excellence. He offers valuable advice for parents aiming to support their children's journey to top universities ...2024-09-2356 min
Thinking AllowedThe British EliteDo today's power brokers correspond to the familiar caricatures of old? Laurie Taylor talks to Aaron Reeves, Professor of Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Oxford, who has delved into the profiles and careers of over 125,000 members of the British elite from the late 1890s to today, as well as interviewing over 200 leading figures from diverse backgrounds. Were they born to rule, travelling from Eton to Oxbridge? Do they espouse different values from their earlier variants? And are those born into the top 1% just as likely to get into the elite today as they were 125 years ago...2024-09-0328 min
ESPN West Palm High School GameDayESPN W Palm Reporter Cade Tjomsland on Atlantic v PBC, Benjamin, Oxbridge, Top 10 & MoreESPN West Palm Field Reporter Cade Tjomsland joins Colin Russo on ESPN West Palm High School Gameday to discuss all the weeks Kickoff Classic Games, including Atlantic v Palm Beach Central, Benjamin v Dwyer, Oxbridge v Palm Beach Christian, Top 10 teams in the county & more!2024-08-1910 min
The Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Biomedical Sciences at OxfordHope Oloye, Founder of Thinking Black, joins Naomi to discuss studying Biomedical Sciences at Oxford.
Biomedical Sciences focuses on the science underpinning human biology, with the option to pursue Cells and Systems Biology or Neuroscience. Hope highlights that whilst the course overlaps with Medicine, it differs by focusing on the scientific fundamentals instead of on disease and treatment – it's a great option if you love the science related to Medicine but don’t want to be a doctor, or aren’t sure yet!
Hope speaks about the skills she developed through lab work and essay writing on...2024-07-3143 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Education at CambridgeFrancesca Richards joins Naomi to speak about studying Education at Cambridge.
Francesca’s interest in English, social sciences and creativity attracted her to Education. She explains that it isn’t a teacher training course, but instead provides the opportunity to think critically about education as a social, cultural and political entity as well as how we construct and value knowledge. She also talks about the Education department’s non-traditional approach to assessment which gave her the opportunity to be examined through art portfolios and drama pieces.
Francesca shares her journey after her degree, which has include...2024-07-1753 min
The ATC Doublecut with Micah WoodsOM measurements, models, and data analysis with Dr. Henry QuDr. Henry Qu, partner and data scientist at Oxbridge Economics, joined me to talk about data analysis, and statistics, and how to try to learn things in turfgrass science. We discussed NTEP, posterior distributions, disease resistance, ANOVA, total organic material expectations by species, the process of learning, and much more.ATC blog post about surface organic material of putting greens: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/total-organic-matter-surface-putting-greens/Henry's 2023 CSSA presentation "On the Data Analysis of Small-Plot Field Trials in Turfgrass Science:" https://scisoc.confex.com/scisoc/2023am/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/148936NTEP, the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program: https://ntep.org...2024-07-1453 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Biochemistry at OxfordTobi Olaitan, a consultant, joins Naomi to speak about studying Biochemistry at Oxford.
Tobi chose Biochemistry due his to interest in how cells and the human body works. The course combines Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths across a number of modules like Organic Chemistry and Biophysical Chemistry. Tobi shares that his course involved lab work and scientific essay writing, and that he used his optional fourth year Master’s to research the genes that cause sepsis and the genes that cause the fast twitch muscle in sprinters.
Tobi speaks about his career as a consultant
wo...2024-07-0346 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Biological Sciences at OxfordSkai Campbell joins Naomi to discuss studying Biological Sciences at Oxford, a course he was drawn to because of his interest in animals with weird features, like the mantis shrimp.
Skai speaks about the course’s lectures, essays and problem sheets, as well as the practical experiments in the lab and through field trips. He highlights the wide choice of module options and the optional fourth year to complete a Master’s level research project.
He also shares how Biological Sciences led to a career in the creative industries, which started with Skai making his
own s...2024-06-2647 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Natural Sciences at CambridgeVictoria Chris, a PhD research student, joins Naomi to discuss what it is like to study Natural Sciences at Cambridge. Victoria’s interest in the multidisciplinary nature of the sciences meant that Natural Sciences was a great fit for her. She was able to explore Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Physiology in her degree before deciding to specialise in Biochemistry for her optional integrated Master’s.
Victoria shares what the Natural Sciences course structure is like, including what it is like to work in a lab. She speaks about her research projects to date, which have explored the...2024-06-0547 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying English Literature and Language at Oxbridge
Naomi speaks with Maria Motunrayo Adebisi, author of Koku Akanbi and the Heart of Midnight, about studying English Literature and Language at Oxford.
Maria tells the story of how she almost applied for Medicine before realising that English was a much better fit for her and finding a way to convince her parents of this. She speaks through the content of what she describes as a broad course, touching on her experiences of studying Old English and Middle English as well as Children’s Literature and Abolitionist literature.
Maria shares how the transl...2024-05-2947 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Geography at Oxbridge
Naomi speaks with Ashleigh Ainsley, Co-Founder of Colorintech and Black Tech Fest, about studying Geography at Oxford.
Ashleigh shares that Geography appealed to him as it bridged the gap between the physical sciences and social sciences, allowing him to explore topics related to migration, climate change, economics and geopolitics. He outlines what the course involved for him day-to-day, including field work, and the range of careers that his peers have gone into since graduating.
In terms of his career, Ashleigh shares how the skills he gained through his Geography degree helped him move i...2024-05-2242 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastStudying Classics at OxbridgeThe Target Oxbridge podcast returns with a conversation between Naomi and Andi Marsh about studying Classics at Oxbridge.
Andi Marsh has recently taken on the role of running the Target Oxbridge programme, having previously studied Classics at Balliol College, Oxford. Andi shares the details of the Classics course, how it appealed to her interest in both History and Literature and how she navigated the application process. She speaks about the range of careers that Classics graduates have gone onto after graduating and the value of the skills that she gained through her degree. Andi also tells the st...2024-05-1552 minDebate HubOxbridge InterviewsAn in-depth discussion about the Oxbridge application process: admissions tests, what they really want to read in your personal statement and the dreaded interviews. How can debating help students prepare and what else can teachers and students do to maximise their chances of admission? 2024-05-061h 00
Michael and UsPREVIEW - #497 - Oxbridge BluesIt begins as an "eat the rich" movie, but turns into something very different. We discuss the movie that is burning up TikTok, SALTBURN (2023), and its odd take on class mobility.
PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/497-oxbridge-981175122024-02-0803 min
The Sound of Accra PodcastMaking history at Oxbridge and breaking away from African Career Stereotypes | Afua Kudom ( Snippet from Live Q&A, 9th July 2023)Afua took advantage of her school's motto to 'Aim High', and was the first person from her school in 10 years to get into Oxbridge. Over the years, she has gone on to craft a career she loves.
Through Sambamba Consulting and Coaching, she uses her professional training and experience in coaching, education and consulting to empower ambitious individuals to take action at critical points in their education, career and life, to craft their own destinies and honour their true selves.
Her career coaching clients are typically women in the mid stages of their career, looking...2024-02-0705 min
Andy's Mirthful Panoplys17e05 - Donald Trump, musicals, weddings, Oxbridges17e05 - Donald Trump, musicals, weddings, Oxbridge2024-01-0600 minDebate HubFraming and Club Culture- Oxbridge Alums Part 2This is part two of our discussion with Jane and Nadia which was episode 4 'Oxbridge Alum.' In this short segment they discuss the usefulness of framing and the importance of a good club culture. 2023-12-2515 min
Gaule's Question TimeOxbridge AI Challenge Insights from Jenni Morris and Udai DhamijaAndrew Gaule (linkedin.com/in/andrew-gaule-aimava), had the pleasure of speaking with Udai Dhamija and Jenni Morris about the fantastic Oxbridge AI Challenge. Their unified effort across Cambridge and Oxford Universities delivered over 80 AI startup applicants who benefited tremendously from pitch feedback and mentorship. The competition was supported by some big players including, Digital Realty, Microsoft, Taylor Wessing LLP, The Alan Turing Foundation, Marcho Partners, Keltie LLP, and JP Morgan.See more details below. To book a meeting with Andrew - https://calendly.com/andrew-gaule/30min?For a book on corporate innovation and ve...2023-12-2038 minThe Sound of Accra PodcastHow to Pivot & Progress in Life and Career with Afua Kudom | Live Q&A Webinar (9th July)Learn how you can pivot and progress in your career and personal life, and turn your potential into performance, with Careers and Life Coach Afua Kudom.
Afua Kudom is a certified personal performance and life coach, a Careers Consultant at Queen Mary University of London and founder of Sambamba Consulting and Coaching, where she specialises in coaching those seeking to pivot and progress in their careers.
She took advantage of her school's motto to 'Aim High', and was the first person from her school in 10 years to get into Oxbridge. Over the years, she has...2023-12-171h 00Debate HubOxbridge alums discuss high school debatingIn this episode we speak to two of our debate alumni who have gone on to study at Oxbridge. Do they feel debating helped them, if so how? What advice would they give the next generation? 2023-11-1337 min
The Uni Guide PodcastE20: Unlocking Oxbridge: insider tips for Cambridge and Oxford applicationsIn this action packed episode (ahead of the University of Cambridge and University of Oxford deadline), we welcome and speak to three new students on the UniTasterDays Uni Guide Podcast student panel - Ishan, Nicola and Victoria. They have all recently graduated from either the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford - and are here to share their lived experiences on several important topics, including:Why they applied?How to apply to Cambridge and Oxford?What the interviews and tests are like and how to prepare for them?The on-site student experienceHow the...2023-10-1044 min
The Find Your Best Future PodcastNavigating Your Way to Success: A Comprehensive Guide to Applying to Oxford or Cambridge UniversityIn this episode of the "Find Your Best Future" podcast, hosts Jeremy and Neil embark on a comprehensive journey, guiding aspiring students through the intricate process of successfully applying to the prestigious Oxford and Cambridge Universities. Commonly known as Oxbridge, these institutions represent the pinnacle of academic excellence and offer unparalleled opportunities for those who seek to push the boundaries of knowledge.
The episode commences by recognizing the aspirations of countless students worldwide to study at Oxbridge and delves into the exceptional academic environments these universities offer. Jeremy and Neil underscore the importance of understanding that the...2023-09-1957 min
The Presentations Japan Series358 How Casual Should I Be When Presenting?We know that being formal and stiff creates distance between the speaker and the audience. We also know that a “conversational tone” is ideal, as it creates a strong feeling of inclusivity between the presenter and those in the room. That conversational tone means a relaxed style on the part of the speaker, but how relaxed? We gauge people’s education and intelligence level by the way they speak. So we want to sound smart, but we don’t want to sound snobby. Where is the line? If you speak with a regional or national accent, should you stick wit...2023-09-0410 min
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: Knocking over Liz Truss, Oxbridge dominance, and life under the TalibanShould MPs be able to vote electronically? Is Oxbridge as dominant as it used to be in British society? Are opinion polls just the junk food of political journalism?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more on today’s episode of Question Time. TRIP Plus:Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and rec...2023-07-2734 min
This Is Not The Daria ShowBeing Ambitious & Being Working Class. An Insightful & Inspiring Conversation with KWABENA // Pt2Welcome back to part two!
In this part we talk about Oxford university and how Kwabena found it all.
We start the episode by talking about diversity at Oxford and the backgrounds many of the students have. We dive into the world of class and what is perceived as 'normal' by certain groups in society. Kwabena shares his experiences and thoughts on 'Diversity and Inclusion' and how the university and wider society can be most welcoming to people of all backgrounds. It's so interesting to hear Kwabena's take on the relationship between the media and Ox...2023-02-1543 min
英文小酒馆 LHH《闲话英伦》-流水的首相，铁打的牛津。“首相孵化机”，名副其实！可以搜索公号【璐璐的英文小酒馆】加入社群，查看文稿和其他精彩内容哦~Hi, everyone. And welcome back to Britain Under the Microscope. 欢迎回来【闲话英伦】. Hello, 安澜.Hi, Lulu. Hi, everyone. 安澜 you grew up as a top student, right？Overachiever. I was certainly kind of… a bit of a nerd. Don't be modest. 安澜绝对是从小是学霸那种. You know that many top students in China, they have... and I believe everywhere in the world, have this certain obsession with top universities. 学霸都有那种顶尖名校情结。I think pretty much every student they think about the top university, they want to try to aim for that. Especially the top students. So I thought we can talk about some top universities in the UK. Now when I think about, and I think I speak for a lot of people, when we think about famous universities, in the UK, we...2023-01-0514 min
Being AliveS3 Ep1 Oxbridge meets Black Excellence w/ Naomi KellmanStarting Season 3 of with a bang, we talk all things education mobility related with the founder of Target Oxbridge, Naomi Kellman. Join us this week as we discuss the importance of diversifying prestigious higher education institutions like Oxford and Cambridge, creating opportunities for BAME pupils and Naomi's personal story of getting to Oxford as a black female student and later graduating with a 1st in PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics)!
As usual, make sure to give as a follow @the_being_alive_podcast
Links:
Target Oxbridge Website: https://targetoxbridge.co.uk/
Target Oxbridge Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/39Bl3i...2022-07-2846 min
English Learning for Curious Minds#276 | Oxbridge: Why Two Universities Dominate Britain Despite only educating 1% of the population Oxford and Cambridge University have a tight grip over everything from UK politics to business.In this episode, we look at what life at Oxbridge is like, why graduates often go on to such powerful positions, and see what these two universities have been doing to improve access to disadvantaged children.Global rankings of Oxford & Cambridge universityInfluence and power of OxbridgeHow Oxbridge is divided (the "college" system)How much students at Oxbridge need to workThe most prestigious of the Oxbridge collegesChrist Church Oxford: the c...2022-07-0122 min
Words Fail Me: A podcast about thriving with dyslexia30 - Nadine ClarksonOur guest for this week’s episode is the Solicitor and first-tier Tribunal judge, Nadine Clarkson.In school Nadine received very little support for her dyslexia. In fact, her headmistresses didn’t believe dyslexia was real. Despite this, she gained 12 GCSEs was put onto an Oxbridge entry class – but again did not have the support a dyslexic needs to complete the A levels needed for successful Oxbridge entry. She eventually studied law to become a barrister. Once graduated she found herself wanting to be part of cases which help change the lives of many and not just t...2022-05-2541 min
Living Legacy LeadershipOxbridge Programs Cultivate World Class Students via World Class Education: with Richard MichaelisOxbridge Programs Cultivate World Class Students via World Class Education: with Richard Michaelis
For more than 35 years, Oxbridge Academic Programs has hosted bright and enthusiastic high school students summer study programs on some of the world’s leading campuses. What began in 1986 in Oxford, England, now additionally includes university campuses in Cambridge, Paris, Montpellier, Barcelona, Salamanca, and New York City. Central to each of their programs is a commitment to imaginative teaching, experiential learning, and cultural enrichment—paired with a safe and supportive environment for students to immerse themselves in some of the most fascinating citi...2022-03-2127 min
Philosophy for AllTop TEN Tips to Get into OXBRIDGESend us a textOxbridge is undeniably the dream school for many students, and naturally, a lot of people have wanted us to give our thoughts or ideas about how we got an offer from Oxford and Cambridge. In this video, we talk about what are the best tips for you to achieve your dreams and receive an offer from Oxbridge. Of course, a lot of this depends on the individual course or campus you are applying to, but these are what immediately came to our mind which were applicable to just about everything you apply t...2022-03-0620 min
HER ambitionStudent Mini-Series! Ep2 - Victoria AyodejiVictoria Ayodeji is a recent Cambridge geography Graduate. She was the only person from her school cohort to receive an offer from Oxbridge
Victoria has spent the last 5 years speaking, mentoring and advocating on behalf of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to overcome barriers to higher education.
During her time at university, she was nationally recognised with the Outstanding Achievement Award at the Student Social Mobility Awards and Most recently she received the prestigious McKinsey Achievement Award for 2021.
In this episode, Victoria and Josie discuss all things Gap years, university and the importance...2021-09-0931 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to get into Oxbridge for HSPSIn this episode Naomi speaks with Leona Kouame who is studying Human, Social and Political Sciences (HSPS) at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge.
Leona shares the story of her journey to HSPS and how the breadth and multidisciplinary nature of the course appealed to her. She discusses how she researched the different topics related to the subject and how she developed her interests by using everyday events as a starting point. She also shares how she wrote her personal statement and prepared for the admissions assessment an the interview.
Below is a list of the resources mentioned...2021-08-2743 min
The Unbelivable Truth - Series 1 - 26 including specials and pilotThe Unbelivable Truth - Series 1 - 26 including specials and pilot: 17x05 - John Finnemore, Jeremy Hardy, Lucy Porter, Frankie Boyle - Donald Trump, Musicals, Weddings, Oxbridge"17x05 - John Finnemore, Jeremy Hardy, Lucy Porter, Frankie Boyle - Donald Trump, Musicals, Weddings, Oxbridge" from dimsdale.co.uk was assembled into the "The Unbelivable Truth - Series 1 - 26 including specials and pilot" podcast by Dimsdale.
Episode 104 of 159.2021-08-2400 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to get into Oxbridge for EngineeringIn this episode Naomi speaks with Taiye Lawal who is studying Engineering at St Anne’s College, Oxford.
Taiye speaks about how she developed her interest in Engineering despite it not being taught at school. She shares the detail of her preparation for her application process, covering further reading, problem solving resources, personal statement writing, admissions assessment preparation and the interview.
Below is a list of the resources mentioned by Taiye in this episode:
- Problem solving exercises via I want to Study Engineering: https://i-want-to-study-engineering.org/
- Problem solving via Is...2021-08-2037 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to get into Oxbridge for LawIn this episode Naomi speaks with Tolu Mustapha who is studying Law at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, and part of the team that runs the Black at Fitz YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVUNAZklcyoAMTtHECqu7w
Tolu speaks about her reasons for choosing Law over the other subjects she was considering, and what the academic study of Law is and isn’t. She shares the detail of her preparation for the application process, covering further reading, personal statement writing, LNAT and Cambridge Law Test preparation, and the interview.
Below is a list of the resources me...2021-08-1348 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to get into Oxbridge for MedicineIn this episode Naomi speaks with Chizute Ogbedeh, who is studying Medicine at Jesus College, Cambridge.
Chizute speaks about the difference between Medicine at Oxbridge and other universities, and how to know if the academic focus of those courses is right for you. He also speaks about the requirements for making a competitive application, securing work experience, personal statement writing, preparing for the BMAT (the admissions assessment) and the types of questions asked during interview.
Below is a list of the resources mentioned by Chizute in this episode:
- Brighton and Sussex online...2021-08-0648 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to get into Oxbridge for EconomicsIn this series of episodes, Naomi speaks with Target Oxbridge alumni studying some of the most popular Oxbridge subjects to get their top tips on getting in.
Naomi begins by speaking with Tariq Hammed, who has recently completed his Economics and Management degree at Wadham College, Oxford.
Tariq shares the details of the world events and books that inspired him to study Economics, as well as his tips for writing a personal statement, preparing for the Thinking Skills Assessment and getting ready for the interview. He also shares his insights into what it is like...2021-07-2838 min
Zoom In, Zoom OutEp 10 - Shayantan Rahman: Economics at Oxbridge to Career Consulting in IndiaShayantan Rahman, an Oxbridge alumnus and educational consultant through his own company, CollegeLab, takes us through his journey through college, research, and the Indian education industry!
He talks about his experiences as a student at Oxford; sharing valuable insights into exploring and figuring out your own priorities in college, finding a community, and time management. He also takes us through setting up a Kolkata hub of the Global Shapers - a network of young people leading change-making efforts. He shares his methodology in uniting people behind a cause, and his failures and learnings along the way.
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The School Success Formula with Lucy ParsonsThe right mindset for Oxbridge applicationsWhat's the right mindset when you're applying to Oxbridge? With only about 20% of Cambridge applicants and 16% of Oxford applicants getting a place, it's important that you go into the process with a healthy attitude so that you can get the most out of the experience, whatever the outcome. In this article you'll discover: […]
The post The right mindset for Oxbridge applications appeared first on Life More Extraordinary with Lucy Parsons.2021-07-0513 minLucy Parsons, Author at Life More Extraordinary with Lucy ParsonsThe right mindset for Oxbridge applicationsWhat's the right mindset when you're applying to Oxbridge? With only about 20% of Cambridge applicants and 16% of Oxford applicants getting a place, it's important that you go into the process with a healthy attitude so that you can get the most out of the experience, whatever the outcome. In this article you'll discover: […]
The post The right mindset for Oxbridge applications appeared first on Life More Extraordinary with Lucy Parsons.2021-07-0513 min
Loo Talk1,000,000,000,775Of what?
We make an attempt at a once heated Oxbridge interview question (Rumour, 2010), then finding ourselves questioning it.
Neither of us went to Oxbridge, listen with caution.2021-06-2917 min
Faith Brynel Talks LawA chat with Daniel Stone, an Oxford graduateA chat with Daniel Stone, an Oxford graduate. Connect with him on Linkedin :) Head over to Instagram to visit his profile @daniel_stone_author. For more information on Target Oxbridge, head to https://targetoxbridge.co.uk/.
Thanks for tuning in; for more info on my podcast head to faithbrynel.com/podcast. Buy his book here: https://amzn.to/36EtoVq
Find Daniels Target Oxbridge interview here:
Hope you all have a fab week :)
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The Millfield Way PodcastApplying to Oxbridge and US UniversitiesIn this latest episode of The Millfield Way Podcast, meet six of Millfield's Upper Sixth cohort who have received offers to study at some of the best universities in the world, including Oxford, Cambridge and universities in the US including University of Washington and Berklee. Emily, Jami, Yuka, Connor, Lily and Tom discuss the process of applying to Oxbridge and US universities while studying at Millfield, including working on personal statements and attending academic enrichment activities like lectures and seminars. Also discussed are the processes involved with applying to US universities, particularly in relation to m...2021-03-1751 min
Over The Bridge PodcastOver The Bridge - Episode 78 - Target Oxbridge with Naomi Kellman (SMC Series)In this episode, we are joined by Naomi Kellman, the Founder of Target Oxbridge, a free programme that aims to help black and mixed race students of African and Caribbean heritage to secure Oxbridge offers. We discuss the amazing success of the programme, as well as how education impacts chances of social mobility in the UK.
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Oxford from the InsideInsight Outreach: The Oxford and Cambridge HubsCheck our latest episode where Abbie interviews Ama and Khush (Oxford) and Akshar and András (Cambridge) about the amazing charity Insight Outreach! Are you passionate about Oxbridge outreach? Would you like to mentor prospective students? Would you like a mentor during your Oxbridge application?.... Then this is the episode for you!🌟2020-12-2226 minOxford from the InsideBe UNIQ: Oxford's key access programmeIn our latest episode Laurel talks to Laura about the University's access programme and residential scheme, targeting students from state school & lower income backgrounds to help them gain the confidence to apply to Oxbridge. How do I apply? What support is available to me? What is the 'UNIQ feeling'? All this and more, tune in!Find more information about UNIQ here: https://www.uniq.ox.ac.uk/Timestamps:01.48 Laura's Oxford Journey 03.18 What exactly is UNIQ? 04.34 How did UNIQ shape your university/life experiences? 06.04 What doe...2020-12-2023 min
The Unbelivable TruthThe Unbelivable Truth: 17x05 - John Finnemore, Jeremy Hardy, Lucy Porter, Frankie Boyle - Donald Trump, Musicals, Weddings, Oxbridge"17x05 - John Finnemore, Jeremy Hardy, Lucy Porter, Frankie Boyle - Donald Trump, Musicals, Weddings, Oxbridge" from archive.org was assembled into the "The Unbelivable Truth" podcast by Fourble.
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ValYOU: Wake Up Your LeadershipLaunching a Social Enterprise during the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Oxbridge LaunchpadJoin me, Caitlin Walmsley, and Kavi Mehan, co-founder of The Oxbridge Launchpad, as we discuss becoming a student social entrepreneur during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020-12-0915 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastIn conversation with Matthew Ryder QCIn the final episode of the series, Naomi speaks to Matthew Ryder QC, the barrister who represented the family of Stephen Lawrence, and former Deputy Mayor of London for Social Integration, Social Mobility and Community.
Matthew Ryder studied Law at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, where he got involved with the Black Caucus and co-founded the Group to Encourage Ethnic Minority Access (GEEMA). On graduating he worked at a legal aid firm in Harlesden before training as a barrister and then moving to New York to study for a Master’s in Human Rights at Columbia University.
Ma...2020-11-231h 01The Target Oxbridge PodcastIn conversation with Priscilla MensahNaomi catches up with Priscilla Mensah, the first Black woman to be elected President of the Cambridge University Students’ Union (CUSU), and a UK representative at the WTO and the UN.
Priscilla almost missed out on her school’s visit to Cambridge, as she wasn’t in the top set for both English and Maths. Her English teacher secured her a place on the trip however, and she fell in love with Cambridge as a result. When she arrived at Cambridge, she set her sights on making things fairer for the students who came after her. She co-fou...2020-11-1646 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastIn conversation with Tom Ilube CBEIn this episode Naomi speaks to Tom Ilube CBE, CEO of Crossword Cybersecurity, Advisory Fellow of St Anne’s College, Oxford, Honorary Fellow of Jesus College, Oxford, and a Director at both the BBC and WPP.
Tom studied Physics at the University of Benin in Nigeria and discusses how he has applied those skills in his career in tech and entrepreneurship. He tells the tale of leaving his job to start his first business at 30 years old, and how his ability to embrace failure helped him go on to found eight business over the course of his ca...2020-11-0946 min
How To Become A Doctor63. Oxbridge InterviewsLearn all about the Oxbridge interviews and top tips for acing them!2020-11-0220 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastIn conversation with Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBEFor this episode, Naomi caught up with Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE, the Founder of Stemettes, Presenter of the Woman Tech Charge podcast, and at 20, one of the youngest ever to receive a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Oxford.
Anne-Marie was a child prodigy, taking her first GCSE exam at the age of ten and being accepted to Oxford at just 15. She explains what enabled her to achieve such success, how she kept herself motivated, and how she overcame unsupportive teachers by finding ways around the existing system.
Stemettes en...2020-11-0252 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastIn conversation with Hashi MohamedIn this episode, Hashi Mohamed joins Naomi to discuss his journey from arriving in the UK as a child refugee to becoming a barrister and author.
Hashi Mohamed arrived in the UK as an unaccompanied child refugee. With the support of a number of people, including a teacher who gave up her summer to provide a safe space for her students, Hashi was able to work towards his dreams in terms of his education and career. Following a Master's degree at St Anthony's College, Oxford, Hashi went on to pursue a career as a barrister. His book, P...2020-10-2640 min
The Media Club with Matt Deegan#142 - Channel Four Sale, GB News Plans, BBC’s Oxbridge Problem, Local Newspapers Linked To Election TurnoutOlly Mann is joined by co-host of ‘Fortunately...’ and Woman’s Hour, Jane Garvey, international editor of Deadline, Jake Kanter and print journalist at Hello magazine, Elizabeth Carr-Ellis.On today’s show: Is the government about to sell off Channel 4? Does the BBC have an Oxbridge problem? And can the lure of Andrew Neil entice viewers to news channel newbie GB News?Plus, we explore the link between local newspaper circulation and voter turnout. And the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have turned down the chance to play the Media Podcast Quiz, because they’ve...2020-10-0942 min
Friends at the TablePARTIZAN 34: Guests, Invited and OtherwiseAfter months away, SBBR has finally returned to Oxbridge, only to find it burning. Every day, the city is rocked by its own political revolution, as members of the Organization for the Foundation of the Orion Republic--who seek to reform Stel Orion as a league of independent republics--fight against Principality loyalists in the streets, alleys, and canals of the Stel’s largest city on Partizan. The City of Little and Plenty is scarring over. But SBBR (and much of Millennium Break) have their own wounds to attend to. This week on PARTIZAN: Guests, Invited and Oth...2020-09-252h 42The Target Oxbridge PodcastFemi Fadugba on The Upper WorldFemi Fadugba joins Naomi to speak about The Upper World, his recently announced book series that is being made into a Netflix film starring Daniel Kaluuya.
The Upper World tells the story of a 16 year old boy from Peckham who discovers he has the power to see glimpses of the past and future. It combines time-travel physics with life on an estate, and explores the question of free will.
Femi is a Physicist who has worked as a consultant and on solar energy solutions in West Africa. In this episode he discusses how the problem...2020-09-0146 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastTheophina Gabriel on platforming Black creativesIn this episode Naomi speaks to Theophina Gabriel, a published poet, recent intern at #Merky Books and the Editor in Chief of Onyx Magazine, a magazine that showcases the talent of Black writers and authors.
Theophina studied Philosophy and Theology at Oxford, and explains in this episode that, despite popular opinion, this did not limit her to a career in a nunnery! She discusses the skills she gained from studying philosophy, and how she got involved in theatre during her studies. Theophina also shares the story of how Onyx Magazine got started, including the fundraising efforts and i...2020-08-2443 min
Friends at the TablePARTIZAN 29: Buried Beneath Golden LeavesA month ago, Millennium Break seized control of Cruciat, ushering in a new age on the holy moon of Partizan. But like a counterpunch already chambered, the great Stels of the Divine Principality hit back with force and speed, driving minor Millennium Break bases into the dirt. Today, along with Cruciat, the only two strongholds left to the revolutionary group are the Lambic House and a trio of cities along the eastern edge of the Prophet’s Path. Millennium Break must hold this ground, at all costs. And that is why, though they were one of the fo...2020-08-221h 42
I Got That One!Episode 6: Balliol College, Oxford vs Clare College, Cambridge: Tchaikovsky Diss TrackEpisode 6 of this season's University Challenge is once again here, and this time it's a real nail-biter between two of the oldest colleges in the UK. With a combined age of 1451, these institutions are the purest example of Oxbridge Pedigree.Unlike their respective institutions, the teams are on the younger side, with an average age of 24 and 23 for Balliol and Clare respectively. Who comes out on top in this latest iteration of the Oxbridge competition? Listen with us and find out.Also making an appearance this week: A new mysterious segment!2020-08-2019 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastDaniel Stone on life after OxfordIn this episode Naomi speaks to Daniel Stone, a Project Manager who uses his Economics and Management degree to inform his community focused work.
Daniel grew up in Birmingham and got involved in community organising at a young age, founding a local football group. He served as JCR President for St Peter’s College, Oxford and spent a year running the Target Oxbridge Programme. He has recently written a book, After Oxford, which explores his journey to Oxford and how he has navigated life since graduating.
The Target Oxbridge Podcast aims to share the knowledge of...2020-08-1737 min
everywoman PodcastEp 32 - “I hope they think twice and apply” – driving diversity in Oxbridge education with Catherine Arnold, Master of St Edmund’s CollegeWhen Catherine Arnold became the 15th Master of St Edmunds College in October 2019 she brought the tally of female heads of colleges across Cambridge University to 50 percent. An impressive statistic, considering women weren’t even allowed to become full members of the 800-year-old university until 1948. One of Oxbridge’s most diverse and international colleges, St Edmund’s was founded over 120 years ago to house Catholic students, previously excluded from the university for centuries. As such, inclusion was at its core from the start – and it became the first male Cambridge college to accept women in 1969. As the college celebrates ‘50 years of women at St Edmunds’ this y...2020-08-1033 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastFopé Jegede on finding her voice and reclaiming her nameFopé Jegede joins Naomi to discuss poetry, finding her voice and reclaiming her name.
Growing up, Fopé was often the quiet one in class, and although she loved poetry, she struggled to voice her opinions. In this episode we discuss Fopé’s journey from page to performance poet, including how her poetry ended up being featured in the London 2012 Olympics closing ceremony. Fopé, who recently published ‘Reclaim’, a collection of poems, also discusses her exploration of the theme of identity as a British Nigerian, including learning taking pride in her name.
The Target Oxbridge Podcast aims to sh...2020-08-1031 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastMalik Al Nasir on ancestry, slave owners and educationMalik Al Nasir joins Naomi to discuss his search for his ancestors and his journey from the care system to the University of Cambridge.
Malik is a Liverpool born performance poet, film maker and social researcher of Guyanese extraction. In this episode he discusses the methodology he developed whilst tracing his family tree and how it is uncovering the way slave owners consolidated their wealth.
He also shares how he went from leaving the care system semi-literate to securing an offer to research Guiana’s sugar and slave merchants through a PhD at St Catharine’s Co...2020-08-0339 min
Journeys in EntrepreneurshipDr Olufemi Ogunsanya and Ayoyinka DelumoIn today's episode we bring you stories from the Education industry as we host Dr Olufemi Ogunsanya and Ayoyinka Delumo.
Dr Olufemi is a former lecturer at the University of Lagos who founded Oxbridge Tutorial College in 1993. Oxbridge was the first sixth form college in the country and remains the premiere specialist sixth form college based in Lagos, Nigeria. She is also the Chairman of the Board of Governors Association of Private Educators in Nigeria (APEN), Chairman of the Lagos Anglican Schools Management Board (LASMAB) and Chairman of Igbobi College, Yaba. She also sits on the Board...2020-08-0144 min
The Young Fabians PodcastThe Future of Higher EducationThis week’s episode is hosted by Higher Education Consultant and fellow Young Fabian, Redha Rubaie, who is joined by Dr Lise Butler, a lecturer in Modern History at City University and Joe Seddon, founder of Zero Gravity and Access Oxbridge. We discussed the future of universities and higher education institutions in light of the pandemic, the difficulties that many are facing and what the government can do to support. We also covered the marketisation of higher education, the challenges of online learning, the notion of 'worthless degrees', university issues around social class and more.Speakers:2020-07-301h 00
Seite an Seite - Der Bücher Podcast von Hugendubel#13 Im ICE nach ChemnitzMit “Superbusen” von Paula Irmschler, “Ich bleibe hier” von Marco Balzano und “Dear Oxbridge” von Nele PollatschekNeue Woche, neue Folge “Seite an Seite”! Der Wein der letzten Folge ist leer und wir haben wieder ein paar richtig gute Bücher für euch. Gemeinsam gelesen haben Andi und Andrea für diese Folge “Superbusen” von Paula Irmschler. Der Roman spielt in Chemnitz, im Spätsommer 2018, als die “Wir sind mehr”-Demonstrationen stattfinden, um ein Zeichen gegen Fremdenfeindlichkeit zu setzen. Die linke Protagonistin Gisela steht vor einem Dilemma: Eigentlich sollten gerade Leute wie sie doch in Chemnitz bleiben. Sie hat hier studiert, eine femi...2020-07-1028 min
So This Is My WhyEp 3: Dr Julian Tan - From Subang to Becoming the Head of Digital Business Initiatives & Esports, Formula OneDr Julian Tan is the Head of Digital Business Initiatives & Esports in Formula 1 (London), and someone I got to meet while studying in the UK.Perhaps a little selfishly, I’ve loved how this podcast gives me the “excuse” to reconnect with old friends and Julian is definitely one of them. You’ll find out soon enough because my goodness, there is just soo much to unpack from our conversation! We recorded this way back in May 2020 & I’m still blown away by everything I’ve learned and I’m sure you will too. :)2020-07-011h 16
LC RadioAspire Liverpool: Building the Bridge from Liverpool to OxbridgeNick Crofts, Director of Aspire Liverpool, describes his own education at a large Liverpool secondary and reveals to us how difficult it is for a child in Liverpool to get to Oxbridge. He reveals the obstacles which keep young people from applying and how Aspire Liverpool helps Liverpool students get a place at a top university.2020-07-0131 min
CUTalks by CUTECStephen Lile, Oxbridge AngelsThis week at CUTalks, we are talking to Stephen Lile, co-founder and general partner of Oxbridge Angels, a recently founded early stage fund with a focus on Deep Tech and Life Sciences. The firm is made up of Cambridge EMBA and MBA students, with other investors as Limited Partners. Stephen started his career as an investment banker, became serial entrepreneurs (started 4 companies) and moved to academia upon doing master study at the University of Oxford, EMBA in Judge Business School and now as a PhD student at the University of Cambridge. Stephen shares some of the harsh lessons about entrepreneurship...2020-06-1433 min
Colchour Shock PodcastS2:EP5 -My lesson on building a luxury brand using licensing w/ Oxbridge watches.On this episode of the Colchour Shock Podcast I had the chance to interview Owen Thompson & Xavier Parkhouse-Parker form Oxbridge Watches. We discussed the origin story of Oxbridge watches. How licensing works between the University of Cambridge and the watch manufacture Bremont. In addition to the lesson learnt from building a luxury watch brand.
If you want to see the limited edition collection of watches please visit https://www.oxbridgewatches.com/2020-05-2023 min
Along the Lines#8. Along the Lines of… Former Police Career, Party Politics, and Leadership (with Trevor Brown)"Along the Lines" is a conversational podcast started during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Beginning the first episodes in lockdown, and unable to meet each guest in person, the conversations had to take place along the phone lines.
Each episode is along the lines of... whatever subject/s are interesting and relevant (to the guest/s) at the time of recording.
In this episode, Dan talks to Trevor Brown about a few different topics that include...
- The desire to join the police
- Starting in the police; what was learnt and experienced
- T...2020-05-171h 06
The Downtown Den PodcastEP.39 - Downtown Den: Matt JonesWe welcome Matt Jones, Founder of Oxbridge Home Learning into the Downtown Den for a discussion with Downtown Birmingham Chair, Paul Cadman.
Matt shares his story on how Oxbridge started and some of the learning opportunities they offer.
2020-05-0730 min
The Downtown PodcastEP.39 - Downtown Den: Matt JonesWe welcome Matt Jones, Founder of Oxbridge Home Learning into the Downtown Den for a discussion with Downtown Birmingham Chair, Paul Cadman.Matt shares his story on how Oxbridge started and some of the learning opportunities they offer.2020-05-0700 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to Make a Competitive Oxbridge ApplicationIn this last episode of the series Naomi answers the question on everyone’s lips: ‘How do you make a strong Oxbridge application?’ She shares advice on personal statement writing, entrance assessment preparation, teacher references, and interviews, drawing on eight years of experience of helping students to navigate the process.
Bez Adeosun, who studied Politics at Cambridge and is now a part of the Target Oxbridge team, shares his own experiences of applying to Cambridge, how he overcame the challenges he faced, and the advice he now gives to students as they apply to Oxbridge.
The Ta...2020-05-0447 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to Build Confidence and ResilienceHow can students build the confidence and resilience they need to make it through the Oxbridge application process? How can parents help their younger children to the develop the intellectual curiosity needed to succeed academically? In this episode Naomi shares tips on how non-academic activities can be used to help students become well-rounded and resilient.
Phoenix Guwa, currently studying Medicine at Oxford, joins the podcast to share how his experiences of sport, music and occasional failure helped him to the develop that character traits that got him to Oxford and through his first year as a Medicine...2020-04-2640 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to Prove You Love Your SubjectHow does a student stand out from the crowd and prove to Oxbridge tutors that they really love their chosen subject? Where can they find the right resources and guidance to get started? In this episode Naomi shares the details of free online resources and events that parents, teachers and students can use to start preparing for an Oxbridge application.
Tsemaye Ujemamore, currently studying Engineering at Cambridge, joins the podcast to speak about the extra-curricular activities that helped her fall in love with her subject and gain her Cambridge place, including working on creating a new type...2020-04-2038 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastHow to Make the Right Academic ChoicesHow do you choose the right school, GCSEs, A Levels, and university course to improve the chances of gaining an Oxbridge place? How will all of this affect a student’s career options? In this episode Naomi shares tips on how parents and teachers can support their children and students to make the right choices for them, using data and online resources.
Liz Oladunni, who studied History and Politics at Oxford and is now pursuing a career as a corporate lawyer, joins the podcast to speak about her choices, and how she got a legal training contract wi...2020-04-1346 minThe Target Oxbridge PodcastWhat is Oxbridge really like?Ever wondered what studying at Oxbridge is really like? Is it really like Hogwarts? Do you have to study 24/7? Will you struggle to fit in? In the very first episode of the Target Oxbridge Podcast, Naomi explores the different ways parents and teachers can make Oxbridge seem less like a fantasy world and more like a realistic option for their children and students.
Mary Bonsu, studying Law and French Law at Oxford, joins the podcast to speak about her perceptions of Oxford before and after applying, and the experiences she has of the Oxford African and Caribbean...2020-04-0534 min
Grad Life by the Horns13: Oxbridge, Resilience and Entrepreneurship with Joe SeddonThis week, Becki and Sophie sit down with the inspirational Joe Seddon, founder of 'Access Oxbridge' and soon-to-be-released 'Zero Gravity'. We talk about his commitment to helping underrepresented students get into Oxbridge, how to start a business, and the importance of resilience as both a student and a graduate.2020-03-0356 min
POC2 Podcast[Ep 2] Decolonising STEM: A Beginners Guide: BME Climb to PhDEpisode 2: Experiences with getting a PhD in physics as Womenin STEM.
[Social medial links, Shownotes + a transcript can be found on www.poc2.co.uk]
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Show Notes Episode 2
What is a PhD? - https://www.findaphd.com/advice/finding/what-is-a-phd.aspx
Our guide on how to get a PhD - https://poc2.co.uk/2019/07/07/how-to-get-a-phd-in-stem-by-a-black-and-a-brown-woman/
BME attainment gap - https://www.ecu.ac.uk/guidance-resources/student-recruitment-retention-attainment/student-attainment/degree-attainment-gaps/
https://www.advance-he.ac.uk/guidance/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/student-recruitment-retention-and-attainment/degree-attainment-gaps
Lack of BME students in PhD programs - https://www.theguardian.com/education/2019/sep/12/look-at-how-white-the-academy-is-why-bame-students-arent-doing-phds
Drinking in academia -
https://www.theguardian...2020-01-1900 min
The Ed. PodcastWhat is it to be Academic?Our third episode of The Ed. Podcast explores the Academic side of life at CHS. Year 13 host James guides you through a series of interviews and discussions about what it means to ‘be academic’ and the way students’ learning is incorporated into life at CHS.
You can hear what students and their teachers really think about homework; find out more about what a typical day involves for Old Waconian of the Month and Deputy Head of the North West Crown Prosecution Service, Annabel Hartley; and Deputy Head (Teaching & Curriculum), Mr Richardson chats with Year 6 parent Mrs Entwistle about...2019-12-171h 03
utopian drivelSweet Moderation, Heart of this NationI recorded an audio version of this article above, as an experiment, for those who prefer it, or want something to listen to when doing the ironing. Let me know your comments and feedback. If people like it or find it handy, I can set it up as a regular thing.Yesterday afternoon I read that Rory Stewart has announced he’ll be standing down as an MP at the next election, and will be running for the Mayor of London. I suspect he’ll do well. He’s shot to prominence in the last couple of months...2019-10-0514 min![The Unbelievable Truth [files not found]](https://fourble.co.uk/icon-untruth-dead.png){kind=icon}
The Unbelievable Truth [files not found]The Unbelievable Truth: 17x05 - John Finnemore, Jeremy Hardy, Lucy Porter, Frankie Boyle - Donald Trump, Musicals, Weddings, Oxbridge"17x05 - John Finnemore, Jeremy Hardy, Lucy Porter, Frankie Boyle - Donald Trump, Musicals, Weddings, Oxbridge" from archive.org was assembled into the "The Unbelievable Truth" podcast by Fourble.
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The UntoldShould I study at Cambridge?The recordings follow Anoushka as she tours the Cambridge colleges and debates what she should do. It's a difficult choice and one that is made all the harder by the University's poor record in relation to black students, who make up just 2.2 per cent of the under-graduate population.In talking to her friends she discovers that some of the more able students are clearly put off from even applying to Oxbridge because of the compromises they would have to make. They talk to her about concerns over what they say is a lack of racial diversity and...2019-02-1827 min
RevisitingSeason 4, Episode 4: Dating games, Oxbridge interviews, and Burberry skirtsThis week, Laura K is trying to reign in some of her feelings for Winger, so we're remembering the struggles of the dating game - from waiting days to text back, to being terrified to just ask someone out. We're also discussing our experiences of interviewing at Oxbridge - one successful... one not so much #awks. We’ll also be reading out some of your personal statements.To get in touch with questions, comments, or if you kept a teenage diary you’d like to share with us, email us: s...2018-12-1728 min