Episode 9 - Harvey says....study Law
Discussions surrounding the pathways to the 'vocation' that is Law. Recorded in February 2023.
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Episodes (13)
(E2/10) Walking up Queen’s Lane and New College Lane
From High Street to Catte Street, on the left-hand side.
NewsNight | Universities Required to Report cost of diversity programs
Universities Required to Report cost of diversity programs schools fear those programs will be cut, also athletic cardiograms provide insight to potential heart problems and United Faculty of Florida speak out about New College newly appointed board of trustees
Florida Governor Desantis steps up pressure on higher education institutions over perceived woke ideology
A move to reshape the board of a Florida liberal arts college signals a renewed effort by the DeSantis administration to transform the state’s higher education institutions and target diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Plus two members of Florida’s delegation are appointed to lead a Congressional panel on gun violence as legislators in Tallahassee mull a potential loosening of the state’s firearms laws.
Episode 8 - Medicine: A life's story
The eighth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding Medicine; the most human of subjects and one that can truly impact 'a life's story'. Oh, and a little bit of Strictly as well. Recorded in November 2022.
Episode 7: You always remember a good (Head)teacher
The seventh episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding English, Chemistry, Oxford University traditions, the importance of reading, what makes a good Headteacher, why teaching is a rewarding career option, and the wonder that is Taylor Swift. Recorded in October 2022.
Episode 6: Studying History and being a JCR President at Oxford University
The sixth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding History, New College, being the JCR President, leading the College, the importance of debate, career-paths, and 'Cornettos'. Recorded in October 2022.
Episode 5: Studying Biology at Oxford University
The fifth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding Biology, New College, studying during the Covid pandemic, career-paths, female role-models in Science, and the wonder of birds. Recorded in October 2022.
Episode 4: Being from Liverpool and studying PPE at Oxford University
The fourth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding Everton, PPE, New College, Manners Makyth Man, teenage band names, and being a John Lennon lookalike.
Episode 3: LGBTQ+ life in Oxford
The third episode of 72 Weeks explores the experiences of two members of the LGBTQ+ community at New College. Growing up in different times, with different experiences, Nigel and Gabriel openly share their stories.
Episode 2: Being a Showman at Oxford University
The second episode of 72 Weeks explores the fascinating experiences of two members of the GTRSB community, as they outline their educational journeys to Oxford University.
Episode 1: Being Welsh, and studying Geography, at Oxford University
The first episode of 72 Weeks explores the experiences of two Welsh people at Oxford University, with the same first name, same hometown, and the same love for the subject of Geography.
Writer and performer, Gyles Brandreth (New College, 1967)
Celebrated writer, broadcaster, performer and former politician, Gyles Brandreth, talks about his extraordinary career and varied interests in this podcast. Celebrated writer, broadcaster, performer and former politician, Gyles Brandreth, talks about his extraordinary career and varied interests in this podcast. He describes his busy undergraduate years during the Swinging Sixties and highlights how his experiences at Oxford laid the foundations for his successful working life.
Brandreth speaks about being president of the Oxford Union, directing the Oxford University Dramatic Society, and even meeting Paul McCartney, Jane Asher and Tony Benn. He also refers to studying Modern History and Modern Languages at New College, and advises students to make the most of their youth.
The interview explores a range of diverse topics, from Brandreth’s role as a government whip during John Major’s administration to his appearances on Radio 4’s Just a Minute, and from writing about the secrets of happiness to his admiration for Noel Coward.
Interviewed by Guy Collender