Game Changers

• Series 17 Episode 199 Martin Westwell (Part 2): Not playing the game

  The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 199 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Martin Westwell! Martin was appointed Chief Executive of the Department for Education in April 2022, following a successful 4 years as Chief Executive of the SACE Board. Martin has worked extensively with education systems and other organisations in using evidence to inform policy, practice, innovation and impact in education. He was a Chief Investigator in the national Australian Research Council (ARC) Science of Learning Research Centre, and has worked with UNESCO using evidence to inform strategic planning of education in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2018, Martin received the prestigious Australian Council for Educational Leaders’ (ACEL) Gold Medal, awarded for the most outstanding contribution to the study and practice of educational administration and leadership. In 2007 Martin and his family moved to South Australia where he took the position of inaugural Director of the Flinders Centre for Science Education in the 21st Century and then Strategic Professor in the Science of Learning at Flinders University. Martin completed his degree and PhD at Cambridge University and was a Research Fellow at Lincoln College, Oxford University in biological chemistry. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at [email protected], on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let’s go!

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• Series 17 Episode 199 Martin Westwell (Part 1): Being a thinker

  The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 199 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Martin Westwell! Martin was appointed Chief Executive of the Department for Education in April 2022, following a successful 4 years as Chief Executive of the SACE Board. Martin has worked extensively with education systems and other organisations in using evidence to inform policy, practice, innovation and impact in education. He was a Chief Investigator in the national Australian Research Council (ARC) Science of Learning Research Centre, and has worked with UNESCO using evidence to inform strategic planning of education in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2018, Martin received the prestigious Australian Council for Educational Leaders’ (ACEL) Gold Medal, awarded for the most outstanding contribution to the study and practice of educational administration and leadership. In 2007 Martin and his family moved to South Australia where he took the position of inaugural Director of the Flinders Centre for Science Education in the 21st Century and then Strategic Professor in the Science of Learning at Flinders University. Martin completed his degree and PhD at Cambridge University and was a Research Fellow at Lincoln College, Oxford University in biological chemistry. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at [email protected], on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let’s go!

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• Series 17 Episode 198 Liz Jackson (Part 3): Create Connection, Awe and Wonder

  The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 198 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Liz Jackson! Liz Jackson is a bold and visionary leader in education, unafraid to challenge the status quo to create meaningful change. With a career spanning K-12 education, government, and the not-for-profit sectors, she has dedicated herself to forging deep connections between schools, industries, and communities—ensuring that learning extends beyond the classroom and into the real world. Liz doesn’t wait for permission. She designs and leads initiatives that empower young people with the character, confidence, and competencies needed to thrive in an unpredictable future. Whether building pathways between education and industry, championing inclusive approaches to sport and learning, or driving systemic change, her impact is felt in the communities she serves. A lifelong advocate for innovation in education, Liz’s leadership has shaped programs that create lasting opportunities for students and educators alike. Her strategic vision, coupled with a hands-on approach to collaboration and capacity-building, makes her a true game changer—one who is reimagining the future of learning and ensuring every young person has the tools to flourish. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at [email protected], on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let’s go!

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• Series 17 Episode 198 Liz Jackson (Part 2): Be Bold and Brave

  The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 198 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Liz Jackson! Liz Jackson is a bold and visionary leader in education, unafraid to challenge the status quo to create meaningful change. With a career spanning K-12 education, government, and the not-for-profit sectors, she has dedicated herself to forging deep connections between schools, industries, and communities—ensuring that learning extends beyond the classroom and into the real world. Liz doesn’t wait for permission. She designs and leads initiatives that empower young people with the character, confidence, and competencies needed to thrive in an unpredictable future. Whether building pathways between education and industry, championing inclusive approaches to sport and learning, or driving systemic change, her impact is felt in the communities she serves. A lifelong advocate for innovation in education, Liz’s leadership has shaped programs that create lasting opportunities for students and educators alike. Her strategic vision, coupled with a hands-on approach to collaboration and capacity-building, makes her a true game changer—one who is reimagining the future of learning and ensuring every young person has the tools to flourish. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at [email protected], on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let’s go!

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• Series 17 Episode 198 Liz Jackson (Part 1): Find Your Tribe

  The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 198 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Liz Jackson! Liz Jackson is a bold and visionary leader in education, unafraid to challenge the status quo to create meaningful change. With a career spanning K-12 education, government, and the not-for-profit sectors, she has dedicated herself to forging deep connections between schools, industries, and communities—ensuring that learning extends beyond the classroom and into the real world. Liz doesn’t wait for permission. She designs and leads initiatives that empower young people with the character, confidence, and competencies needed to thrive in an unpredictable future. Whether building pathways between education and industry, championing inclusive approaches to sport and learning, or driving systemic change, her impact is felt in the communities she serves. A lifelong advocate for innovation in education, Liz’s leadership has shaped programs that create lasting opportunities for students and educators alike. Her strategic vision, coupled with a hands-on approach to collaboration and capacity-building, makes her a true game changer—one who is reimagining the future of learning and ensuring every young person has the tools to flourish. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at [email protected], on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let’s go!

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