Not Rocket Science
Not Rocket Science
ashley gurney
Join me as I meet with inspirational people who have overcome adversity and provide practical tips all can implement. You can contact me via LinkedIn below on https://www.linkedin.com/in/notrocketscience/ or by visiting my website below https://www.cybersavvy.tech/ Kind Regards Ashley
How Teachers can Implement change within schools? with Phil Sharrock
Led a school from "Inadequate" to "Good" in 15 months. Phil himself explains in this podcast why it's not rocket science for schools to get the best out of their students and more importantly how teachers how can bring about change to achieve better outcomes for students as well as teachers. Described by Ofsted as"Inspirational". Phil Sharrock currently serves as a visiting lecturer at Birmingham City University and an education advisor to foster carers and agencies. Phil served many years as a primary school Head teacher and had interim Head teacher roles where schools were failing. Improving each school's standing every-time, as you listen, no doubt you will see why!
Feb 21, 2021
1 hr 5 min
Safeguarding our youth with Nickola Holmes
Exploitation and county lines Why you need to know and what you can do about it? Those who have the opportunity to listen will benefit greatly proffessionally as well as personally. Having served just shy of a decade as a police officer and then as a service manager helping young people with substance misuse, Nickola qualified to act as a child's service inspector for the care quality commission. Nickola currently serves as a Child Exploitation Project Manager for Coventry and Rugby CCG and is founder of Safer Together helping organisations safeguarding statutory guidance.
Oct 11, 2020
48 min
Trauma, punishment & the criminal justice system
My guest David Breakspear a survivor of multiple traumas and returning citizen of over four decades within the criminal justice system. Now a prison reform campaigner. David explains how trauma influenced his behavior down a path of criminality, but also provides solutions that everyone listening will find beneficial. Gain a better understanding of challenging behavior and respond appropriately.
Aug 22, 2020
1 hr 25 min
Persevering amongst adversity and empowering the youth - Ben Butler
I'm joined by Ben butler, an incredible young man whose overcome tremendous traumas and is using his experiences (good & bad) to help young people avoid situations that lead to prison & death. During a turbulent childhood, Ben became surrounded in a dark underworld, eventually ending up in prison. Determined to make a change, Ben joined the British army, where he served for nearly 3 years, shortly before being discharged for medical reasons. Ben having made a success of himself decided to use his experiences to help others. The trials & tribulations this young man has made and continues to empower others is truly inspirational! You can contact Ben via  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-butler-95508ab9/ https://twitter.com/newgenerationf7?lang=en
Aug 20, 2020
47 min
Overcoming Mental Prisons
In this podcast entitled overcoming mental prison's, Charles Amemiya a motivational coach & transformation coach to make a his own transformation and escape the mental prison's that were holding him back. Charles holds a masters degree in instructional technologies and has experienced a successful career within technology spanning almost two decades. Charles is articulate in the way he breaks down practical tips all can apply who struggle with self doubt and want a better life but just don't know how.  Charles story is inspirational and no doubt after listening you will be sharing with friends, family & colleagues. If you would like to contact Charles Amemiya, you can do so by contacting him via LinkedIn, clicking the link below  https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-amemiya-429936166/ or by visiting Charles's website https://charlesamemiya.com/
Aug 12, 2020
34 min
The power of choice
David Breakspear is prison reform campaigner. During this podcast entitled 'The power of choice' myself & David discuss why prison reform is essential for society but also solutions that educational practitioners, prison officers, teachers, & members of the public will find very insightful... If you would like to support David, you can do so by contacting him via Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-breakspear-64865317b/ Also, If you would like to contact me you can do so via linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/notrocketscience/ Thank you for listening, your feedback will be much appreciated. Kind Regards Ashley
Jul 21, 2020
1 hr