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    Round Midnight's Bonus Round

    Looking for a captivating podcast that delves into the heart and soul of the creative arts? Then you won't want to miss The Bonus Round. Hosted by Eli Lane, each episode of The Bonus Round features interviews with a diverse range of people whose lives have been touched by creative arts and EdTech company Round Midnight. From artists and educators to community activists and beyond, our guests share their personal experiences and insights into what makes this company so special. With each episode focusing on a different topic, our expert guests provide valuable insights on subjects such as children's film and television casting, virtual reality, knife crime workshops, community arts, and more. Through these conversations, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Round Midnight's mission, impact, and enduring legacy. So join us for The Bonus Round, where we'll take you behind the scenes of Round Midnight, sharing our triumphs, challenges, and favorite moments along the way. Don't miss out – subscribe today!
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    Episodes (15)

    E14 - In conversation with Bruntwood SciTech

    E14 - In conversation with Bruntwood SciTech

    In this episode of Round Midnight's Bonus Round, Eli speaks to the Regional Director of the South and Head of Innovation Service for Bruntwood SciTech, Jamie Clyde, and the Community Engagement Manager for Innovation Birmingham, Stefanie Eynon. . Eli, Jamie and Stefanie discuss Round Midnight's connection with Bruntwood SciTech, the part tech has to play in the education sector and the role Bruntwood SciTech is playing in the modern tech world in Britain. This is not one to be missed. 

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    E13 In conversation with screenwriter Ian Jarvis

    E13 In conversation with screenwriter Ian Jarvis

    In this episode of Round Midnight's Bonus Round, Eli speaks to an ex-Raw Talenteer, screenwriter and actor, Ian Jarvis. Eli and Ian discuss how he first discovered Round Midnight and his long-standing professional career with Round Midnight Founders and Directors Claire and Stuart, among many other things. You don't want to miss it.

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    E12 In conversation with Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester (plus Jess Melia, Round Midnight's head of digital Communication)

    E12 In conversation with Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester (plus Jess Melia, Round Midnight's head of digital Communication)

    In this very special episode of Round Midnight's Bonus Round, we have an exclusive interview with Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester. Mr Burnham talks about knife crime and how to use Virtual_Decisions to tackle it.  But first up Eli speaks to Round Midnights' Social Media Genius' Jess Melia about being part of the Round Midnight family.

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    E11 In conversation with Author and Educator Dr Steve Jacobi

    E11 In conversation with Author and Educator Dr Steve Jacobi

    In this episode of Round Midnight's Bonus Round, Eli speaks with Author and Educator Steve Jacobi who has organised events and arts festivals with Round Midnight across China!

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    E10, In conversation with Rebecca Bromley-Wood, the Education Lead at Greater Manchester's Violence Reduction Unit

    E10, In conversation with Rebecca Bromley-Wood, the Education Lead at Greater Manchester's Violence Reduction Unit

    In this episode of Round Midnight's Bonus Round, Eli speaks to Rebecca Bromley-Wood, the Education Lead at Greater Manchester's Violence Reduction Unit, about the VRUs work with Round Midnight in education.

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    E9 In conversation with author and former head of Walsall Community Arts Team Glen Buglass

    E9 In conversation with author and former head of Walsall Community Arts Team Glen Buglass

    In this episode of Round Midnight's Bonus Round, Eli speaks to Glen Buglass, who worked as Team Leader of Walsall Community Arts for over 20 years. In the episode, Glen and Company Director, Claire Downes, remember the many projects that they have worked on over the years. It's not to be missed!

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    E8 In conversation with Assistant Headteacher at Greenwood Academy, Trevor Evans

    E8 In conversation with Assistant Headteacher at Greenwood Academy, Trevor Evans

    In the first episode of series 2, Eli speaks to Raw Talent alumni and Assistant Headteacher at Greenwood Academy, Trevor Evans; about his career, the uses of Theatre in Education and the impact of Round Midnight on both himself and his career

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    E6 In conversation with children's casting director Pippa Jacobi

    E6 In conversation with children's casting director Pippa Jacobi

    In the sixth episode of Bonus Round, Eli speaks to Pippa Jacobi. Pippa is the College Librarian at Wellington College International Shanghai. Having spent many years as a successful Children's Casting Director working on films such as Billy Elliot, The Chronicles of Narnia and Nanny McFee. A long-standing friend and champion of Round Midnight.

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    E5 In conversation with actor Rasmus Hardiker

    E5 In conversation with actor Rasmus Hardiker

    In the fifth episode of Bonus Round, Eli speaks to actor Rasmus Hardiker; Raw Talent and Round Midnight alumni about his career and the impact of Round Midnight.  Ras is a sought-after actor in front of the camera and has lent his voice acting skills to shows such as;

    • Danger Mouse
    • Thunderbirds Are Go 
    • Thomas & Friends
    • Digby Dragon
    • Floogals
    • Dennis and Gnasher: Unleashed

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    E4 In conversation with the cast of Virtual_Decisions

    E4 In conversation with the cast of Virtual_Decisions

    In the fourth episode of Bonus Round, Eli speaks to members of the Virtual_Decisions cast, who are also members of Round Midnight's youth theatre, Raw Talent.

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    E3 In conversation with Paul Brearley JP, Chairman of the Greater Manchester Magistrates Association

    E3 In conversation with Paul Brearley JP, Chairman of the Greater Manchester Magistrates Association

    In the third instalment of our monthly podcast, Eli interviews Paul Brearley JP, Chairman of the Greater Manchester Magistrates Association - who found out about Round Midnight in a very interesting way...

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    E2 In conversation with Tara Boland. Associate Director at Punchdrunk Enrichment

    E2 In conversation with Tara Boland. Associate Director at Punchdrunk Enrichment

    In this month's Bonus Round, Eli interviews the wonderful Tara Boland. Associate Director at Punchdrunk Enrichment; an actor, writer, comedy maker; and an ex-Raw Talent member and Round Midnight Arts worker; Tara's journey has been one of a kind.

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    E1 In conversation with Round Midnight founders Stuart Lane and Claire Downes and managers and creative arts workers Sami Cornick and Phil Hyde.

    E1 In conversation with Round Midnight founders Stuart Lane and Claire Downes and managers and creative arts workers Sami Cornick and Phil Hyde.

    In this first episode, we meet Round Midnight founders Stuart Lane and Claire Downes and managers and creative arts workers Sami Cornick and Phil Hyde.  They talk arts, education, virtual reality and everything else that gets their creative juices flowing.

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