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#036 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to debate an area of common interest. We find out how interests develop into careers and ask how school helps to shape their futures. Today we're talking about entrepreneurship with former student Josh Turner, and specifically Josh's passion for social entrepreneurship and mentoring. Josh is joining Sixth Former Ollie from New York, and we're thrilled to be talking to him from a rather drizzly Ipswitch. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#035 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to debate an area of common interest. We find out how interests develop into careers and ask how school helps to shape their futures. Today is very exciting for us because it's the first time that we've had a guest all the way from America. We're saying hello to Frankie Debenham, who's a former student and now Legal Counsellor at the British Embassy in Washington for the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#034 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to debate an area of common interest. We find out how interests develop into careers and ask how school helps to shape their futures. Today we are talking about apprentiships with former student Ayrton and Sixth Former Cara. Ayrton is an Undergraduate Engineer at the Highways Department at WSP. WSP is a leading engineering professional services consulting firm covering loads of sectors including transport, infrastructure, property, environment and energy. We are really excited that Ayrton is on our podcast today because he spoke at our careers convention and his was a sell out session which generated loads of interest. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#033 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to debate an area of common interest. We find out how interests develop into careers and ask how school helps to shape their futures. Today we are going to talk about music as a career with two trombonists who are both advocates for maintaining the joy in playing music. We are joined by former pupil Joe who is a trombonist with British Army Band Colchester and Sixth Form student Grace who interviews Joe about his career and time at school. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#032 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to debate an area of common interest. We find out how interests develop into careers and ask how school helps to shape their futures. Today we are talking to Modern Art Curator turned Social Entrepreneur Rebecca May Marston. Rebecca had a high flying career in art galleries across London and New York and two years ago co founded social enterprise Dora Brown. Rebecca will be interviewed by Sixth Former Isobel who shares a passion for the Arts and creative industries. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#031 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to debate an area of common interest. We find out how interests develop into careers and ask how school helps to shape their futures. In the western world 70% of the calories we consume originate from just four crops. How can we innovate to improve environmental sustainability and also benefit human health? Join Sixth former Sam as he finds out from Dr David Willer, research fellow at Cambridge University. They discuss how behavioural levers balance with big data analysis and we learn how research creates real change on our supermarket shelves. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#030 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to talk about a shared interest. Relocating water voles, planning for flood risk and mapping offshore wind supplies are just some of the areas we cover in this deep dive into environmental careers. Join Sixth Former Neha as she quizzes former student Charles about a career in ecology and hear their views on how we can all play a part in connecting with our environment. Ipswich School online: Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#029 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to talk about what life at Ipswich School is all about. We ask how school helps to shape their futures, what they remember from school, and we ask them what advice they would give to their younger selves. Today sixth former Charles is quizzing former student Tim Sansom. Tim is a Senior Parliamentary Researcher for Dr Luke Evans MP, and he is being interviewed live from his office near the Houses of Parliament. Charles is one of four elected members of the UK Youth Parliament for Suffolk. Charles is the drummer for Ipswich school jazz band, and he is also a keen sports person. Ipswich School online Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#028 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we invite current and former students to talk about what life at Ipswich School is all about. We take a look at some of the opportunities beyond the classroom and ask what role our passions and interests play in shaping us as citizens. Today, we're talking to sixth former Anya about her experience as a National DofE Ambassador. Anya tells us all about the DofE experience and the skills that young people learn through the DofE scheme, as well as what to do if you get lost on the expedition! We discover that leadership and teamwork skills develop over time and that volunteering is one of the best ways to build your own confidence. Anya also talks about working with national agencies to provide a youth perspective into mental health and enrichment.  Listen in for our take on dealing with imposter syndrome and why you should step outside your comfort zone. Ipswich School online Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#027 - How do elite athletes cope with pressure in key matches and how do they stay motivated? Join Sixth Former Jess as she finds out from Olympian and former Ipswich School student Hannah Martin. We also learn that being in a team is about the lows as well as the highs and we hear why Hannah thinks team morale builds success. Ipswich School online Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#026 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Bev Steensma, Director of Music at Ipswich School. In this episode we hear about the highlights of music at Ipswich School this year. We explore why music is important and the benefits of being involved, and at any level,  as well as how the skills gained are transferable for life beyond school. So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Bev Steensma. Ipswich School online Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school 

#025 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Connie and Elliot. This episode Saskia Jordan hands over the reins to Connie who leads Consciousness Club which is all about inclusion and diversity. Connie speaks with Elliot, an open transgender person, about pride month and  gender issues. So join Connie now as she leads us through this conversation with Elliot. Ipswich School online Website: www.ipswich.school Twitter: @ipswichschool Facebook: @ipswichschool Instagram: ipswich_school