Raising a Resilient Generation Podcast
This podcast is a series of honest, practical conversations exploring how we build resilience around children and young people — at home, in schools, in communities, and in the world of work. Across the series, we hear from experienced educators, school leaders, mentors, community builders, and advocates who share real insight into what helps young people thrive, especially in inner-city and underrepresented contexts. We explore parent engagement, mentoring, SEND, leadership, career pathways, identity, representation, and the power of community in shaping confident, resilient futures. Each episode blends lived experience with practical wisdom, offering encouragement and guidance for parents, educators, mentors, governors, and anyone invested in raising and supporting the next generation. If you care about education, equity, aspiration, and helping young people navigate challenge with confidence, this podcast is for you. 🎧 New episodes exploring resilience, leadership, and opportunity — one conversation at a time.
Episodes
Matthew shares his journey working with young people across the UK and explains why many young people feel disengaged from school and society.
Together they explore how schools, families and communities can collaborate to empower youn...
Julian shares his journey from becoming an entrepreneur at just 18 years old to building a national organisation helping young people develop entrepreneurial skills and confidence.
The conversation explores how parents play a critical role in nurturing creativity, ambition and resilience in young ...
This honest and encouraging conversation explores how parents ca...
With over 40 years of experience in education, Dr Brown shares the lessons he has learned from overcoming barriers, leading schools and mentoring future leaders.
He introduces seven key steps to achieving long-term success, while discussing th...
Dr Dennis shares practical strategies to help young people recognise emotional challenges, regulate their feelings and cope with pressures such as exams, expectations and social stress.
The conversation also explores how parents and ...
Denise shares insights from over 20 years of experience championing diversity in employment and supporting young people into apprenticeships, work experience, and meaningful careers.
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What happens when young people enter workplaces where they don’t see themselves represented? Renee Davis shares her lived experience and offers honest advice on navigating challenging work environments, building confidence, and staying resilient.
This episode is especially powerful for young people preparing for employment, as well as parents and educators supporting them into the world of wo...
What does resilience look like when navigating systemic barriers in education? Dr Gilroy Brown shares his powerful journey — from a young Black man entering teaching to becoming the first Black headteacher in the West Midlands.
This episode explores identity, perseverance, leadership, and overcoming obstacles, offering inspiration to educators, leaders, and young p...
How can we encourage young people to aspire, explore, and stay resilient in their career journeys? Denise Myers challenges traditional thinking around success and shares how exposure, encouragement, and belief shape career confidence.
This episode invites parents, educators, and mentors to rethink how we guide young people towards fulfilling futures — including pathways beyon...
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Navigating SEND can feel overwhelming for families. In this episode, Nicola Bailey offers clear, compassionate guidance for parents who suspect their child may have additional needs but aren’t sure where to start.
We discuss early signs, working collaboratively with schools, advocating effectively, and ensuring children receive the support they deserve — all through ...
How can we encourage young people to aspire, explore, and stay resilient in their career journeys? Denise Myers challenges traditional thinking around success and shares how exposure, encouragement, and belief shape career confidence.
This episode invites parents, educators, and mentors to rethink how we guide young people towards fulfilling futures — including pathways bey...
Mentoring can change lives — when done well. Antonio Henry joins us to discuss how intentional mentoring builds resilience, confidence, and self-belief in young people.He shares practical mentoring strategies, lessons for parents, and how trusted relationships can support young people through challenge, transition, and uncertainty.
This episode is ideal for parents, mentors, youth wo...
How do schools genuinely engage parents — not just inform them? In this episode, we sit down with inner-city headteacher Sophia Haughton to explore practical strategies for building strong parent–school partnerships. Sophia shares what has worked in her school community, how trust is built over time, and the impact parent engagement has on student behaviour, attendance...
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