Game Changers
Game Changers is a podcast hosted by Professor Phil Cummins that explores innovative ideas shaping 21st-century schooling. Each episode features in-depth conversations with education leaders and pioneers who are driving real change in their learning communities. The show focuses on how schools can equip young people with character, confidence, and competencies to flourish in a changing world. It is produced by Orbital Productions, supported by a School for tomorrow, and powered by CIRCLE – The Centre for Innovation, Research, Creativity and Leadership in Education.
Episodes
Series 18 Episode 219 Michaela Epstein (Part 1): Working On Yourself
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 219 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Michaela Epstein.
Michaela is a highly experienced mathematics educator, who has worked closely with teachers throughout Australia. Michaela has taught at secondary schools in rura
Series 18 Episode 218 David Atkinson & Mark Sturgeon (Part 3): Relationships
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 218 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with David Atkinson & Mark Sturgeon.
David has been Headteacher of Dr Challoner’s Grammar School in Amersham since 2016, and has worked there all his teaching career. He still teaches
Series 18 Episode 218 David Atkinson & Mark Sturgeon (Part 2): Character
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 218 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with David Atkinson & Mark Sturgeon.
David has been Headteacher of Dr Challoner’s Grammar School in Amersham since 2016, and has worked there all his teaching career. He still teaches
Series 18 Episode 218 David Atkinson & Mark Sturgeon (Part 1): Leadership
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 218 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with David Atkinson & Mark Sturgeon.
David has been Headteacher of Dr Challoner’s Grammar School in Amersham since 2016, and has worked there all his teaching career. He still teaches
Series 18 Episode 217 Gerard Martin (Part 3): Worthwhile And Well-Lived
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 217 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Gerard Martin.
Gerard Martin is about to embark on his first year as Lead Assistant Coach for the Valley Suns – the Phoenix Suns' NBA G-League team. He spent the last two years as
Series 18 Episode 217 Gerard Martin (Part 2): A Life Of Purpose
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 217 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Gerard Martin.
Gerard Martin is about to embark on his first year as Lead Assistant Coach for the Valley Suns – the Phoenix Suns' NBA G-League team. He spent the last two years as
Series 18 Episode 217 Gerard Martin (Part 1): The Pathway To Excellence
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 217 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Gerard Martin.
Gerard Martin is about to embark on his first year as Lead Assistant Coach for the Valley Suns – the Phoenix Suns' NBA G-League team. He spent the last two years as
Series 18 Episode 216 Emily FitzSimons (Part 3): Learning
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 216 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Emily FitzSimons
Emily is an experienced educational leader and is currently the Principal at Overnewton Anglican Community College, an independent, coeducational school with appro
Series 18 Episode 216 Emily FitzSimons (Part 2): Wellbeing
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 216 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Emily FitzSimons
Emily is an experienced educational leader and is currently the Principal at Overnewton Anglican Community College, an independent, coeducational school with appro
Series 18 Episode 216 Emily FitzSimons (Part 1): Community
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 216 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Emily FitzSimons
Emily is an experienced educational leader and is currently the Principal at Overnewton Anglican Community College, an independent, coeducational school with appro
Series 18 Episode 215 Amanda J. Pooley (Part 3): Scale
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 215 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Amanda J. Pooley.
Amanda Pooley is a child and adolescent psychologist, educator, and respected leader in educational innovation. With over 20 years’ experience across clinical, ac
Series 18 Episode 215 Amanda J. Pooley (Part 2): Inquiry
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 215 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Amanda J. Pooley.
Amanda Pooley is a child and adolescent psychologist, educator, and respected leader in educational innovation. With over 20 years’ experience across clinical, ac
Series 18 Episode 215 Amanda J. Pooley (Part 1): Adventure
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 215 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Amanda J. Pooley.
Amanda Pooley is a child and adolescent psychologist, educator, and respected leader in educational innovation. With over 20 years’ experience across clinical, ac
Series 18 Episode 214 Associate Professor Tom Brunzell (Part 3): Feeling?
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 214 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Associate Professor Tom Brunzell .
Associate Professor Tom Brunzell (PhD) is an internationally recognised leader in trauma-informed education and wellbeing sciences at the Univers
Series 18 Episode 214 Associate Professor Tom Brunzell (Part 2): Fairness?
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 214 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Associate Professor Tom Brunzell .
Associate Professor Tom Brunzell (PhD) is an internationally recognised leader in trauma-informed education and wellbeing sciences at the Univers
Series 18 Episode 214 Associate Professor Tom Brunzell (Part 1): Firmness?
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 214 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Associate Professor Tom Brunzell .
Associate Professor Tom Brunzell (PhD) is an internationally recognised leader in trauma-informed education and wellbeing sciences at the Univers
Series 18 Episode 213 Dr Fiona Longmuir (Part 3): Make a Difference
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 213 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Fiona Longmuir.
Fiona Longmuir (PhD) is a Senior Lecturer in Educational Leadership and Co-leader of the Education Workforce for the Future Impact Lab, School of Education, Cult
Series 18 Episode 213 Dr Fiona Longmuir (Part 2): Thinking Differently
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 213 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Fiona Longmuir.
Fiona Longmuir (PhD) is a Senior Lecturer in Educational Leadership and Co-leader of the Education Workforce for the Future Impact Lab, School of Education, Cult
Series 18 Episode 213 Dr Fiona Longmuir (Part 1): Doing Differently
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 213 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Fiona Longmuir.
Fiona Longmuir (PhD) is a Senior Lecturer in Educational Leadership and Co-leader of the Education Workforce for the Future Impact Lab, School of Education, Cult
Series 18 Episode 212 Dr Paul Kidson (Part 3): Find Yourself
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 212 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Paul Kidson.
Dr Paul Kidson is an Associate Professor in Educational Leadership at the Australian Catholic University. His diverse educational career includes teaching English a
Series 18 Episode 212 Dr Paul Kidson (Part 2): Find Your Pace
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 212 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Paul Kidson.
Dr Paul Kidson is an Associate Professor in Educational Leadership at the Australian Catholic University. His diverse educational career includes teaching English a
Series 18 Episode 212 Dr Paul Kidson (Part 1): Find Your Place
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 212 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Paul Kidson.
Dr Paul Kidson is an Associate Professor in Educational Leadership at the Australian Catholic University. His diverse educational career includes teaching English a
Series 18 Episode 211 Dr Selena Fisk (Part 3): A Choice to Make
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 211 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr. Selena Fisk!
Dr. Selena Fisk is a data storyteller dedicated to helping educators transform numbers into meaningful narratives that create positive change. With 16 years of tea
Series 18 Episode 211 Dr Selena Fisk (Part 2): A Goal to Improve
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 211 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr. Selena Fisk!
Dr. Selena Fisk is a data storyteller dedicated to helping educators transform numbers into meaningful narratives that create positive change. With 16 years of tea
Series 18 Episode 211 Dr Selena Fisk (Part 1): A Story of Progress
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 211 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Professor Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr. Selena Fisk!
Dr. Selena Fisk is a data storyteller dedicated to helping educators transform numbers into meaningful narratives that create positive change. With 16 years of tea
Series 18 Episode 210 Ross Featherston & Dr Ray Swann (Part 3): Sacred and Profane
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 210 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Ross Featherston & Dr Ray Swann!
Ross Featherston, BA, Dip Ed, M Ed, was appointed eighth Headmaster of Brighton Grammar in January 2014. Victorian born, Ross was educated in regional Victor
Series 18 Episode 210 Ross Featherston & Dr Ray Swann (Part 2): Clear and Supportive
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 210 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Ross Featherston & Dr Ray Swann!
Ross Featherston, BA, Dip Ed, M Ed, was appointed eighth Headmaster of Brighton Grammar in January 2014. Victorian born, Ross was educated in regional Victor
Series 18 Episode 210 Ross Featherston & Dr Ray Swann (Part 1): Intentional and Foundational
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 210 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Ross Featherston & Ray Swann!
Ross Featherston, BA, Dip Ed, M Ed, was appointed eighth Headmaster of Brighton Grammar in January 2014. Victorian born, Ross was educated in regional Victoria
Series 18 Episode 209 Melissa Kennedy (Part 3): Sustain
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 209 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Melissa Kennedy!
Melissa is the Head of English at Edmund Rice College in Wollongong, NSW. Melissa has previously led teams as English Head Teacher at Albion Park High School and at The Aust
Series 18 Episode 209 Melissa Kennedy (Part 2): Challenge
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 209 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Melissa Kennedy!
Melissa is the Head of English at Edmund Rice College in Wollongong, NSW. Melissa has previously led teams as English Head Teacher at Albion Park High School and at The Aust
Series 18 Episode 209 Melissa Kennedy (Part 1): Question
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 209 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Melissa Kennedy!
Melissa is the Head of English at Edmund Rice College in Wollongong, NSW. Melissa has previously led teams as English Head Teacher at Albion Park High School and at The Aust
Series 18 Episode 208 Marek Kowalkiewicz (Part 3): Insight
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 208 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Marek Kowalkiewicz!
Marek Kowalkiewicz is Professor and Chair in Digital Economy at QUT Business School, and one of Thinkers360’s Top 100 Global AI Thought Leaders. He is the author of The E
Series 18 Episode 208 Marek Kowalkiewicz (Part 2): Node
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 208 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Marek Kowalkiewicz!
Marek Kowalkiewicz is Professor and Chair in Digital Economy at QUT Business School, and one of Thinkers360’s Top 100 Global AI Thought Leaders. He is the author of The E
Series 18 Episode 208 Marek Kowalkiewicz (Part 1): Pronoia
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 208 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Marek Kowalkiewicz!
Marek Kowalkiewicz is Professor and Chair in Digital Economy at QUT Business School, and one of Thinkers360’s Top 100 Global AI Thought Leaders. He is the author of The E
Series 18 Episode 207 Thea Stinear (Part 3): Take Care of Business
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 207 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Thea Stinear!
As CEO of CoolPlus and former CEO of Cool.org, Thea Stinear brings together strategic vision, classroom experience, and an unshakable commitment to educational equity, reimagin
Series 18 Episode 207 Thea Stinear (Part 2): Hope and Act
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 207 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Thea Stinear!
As CEO of CoolPlus and former CEO of Cool.org, Thea Stinear brings together strategic vision, classroom experience, and an unshakable commitment to educational equity, reimagin
Series 18 Episode 207 Thea Stinear (Part 1): Be Yourself Every Day
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 207 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Thea Stinear!
As CEO of CoolPlus and former CEO of Cool.org, Thea Stinear brings together strategic vision, classroom experience, and an unshakable commitment to educational equity, reimagin
Series 18 Episode 206 Dr Michael Stepniak (Part 3): Christmas and Community
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 206 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Michael Stepniak for a holiday special!
Dr Michael Stepniak is an Australian scholar, musician, and academic leader who returned home in 2025 after four decades abroad. He now serves as t
Series 18 Episode 206 Dr Michael Stepniak (Part 2): A Great Adventure
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 206 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Michael Stepniak!
Dr Michael Stepniak is an Australian scholar, musician, and academic leader who returned home in 2025 after four decades abroad. He now serves as the ninth Master and He
Series 18 Episode 206 Dr Michael Stepniak (Part 1): Not Quite At The Centre
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 206 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Michael Stepniak!
Dr Michael Stepniak is an Australian scholar, musician, and academic leader who returned home in 2025 after four decades abroad. He now serves as the ninth Master and He
Series 18 Episode 205 Dr Donnie Adams (Part 3): Passionate Resilience
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 205 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Donnie Adams!
Dr Donnie Adams is based at the Faculty of Education, University of Melbourne, Australia. He obtained his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from University of Malaya under the
Series 18 Episode 205 Dr Donnie Adams (Part 2): Precious Impact
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 205 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Donnie Adams!
Dr Donnie Adams is based at the Faculty of Education, University of Melbourne, Australia. He obtained his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from University of Malaya under the
Series 18 Episode 205 Dr Donnie Adams (Part 1): Purposeful Legacy
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 205 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Donnie Adams!
Dr Donnie Adams is based at the Faculty of Education, University of Melbourne, Australia. He obtained his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from University of Malaya under the
Series 18 Episode 204 Dr Ellen Heyting (Part 3): Putting Research Into Practice
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 204 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Ellen Heyting!
Ellen is a passionate and experienced educator, researcher, and facilitator who works at Melbourne Metrics within the Faculty of Education at The University of Melbourne. S
Series 18 Episode 204 Dr Ellen Heyting (Part 2): Seeing Impact
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 204 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Ellen Heyting!
Ellen is a passionate and experienced educator, researcher, and facilitator who works at Melbourne Metrics within the Faculty of Education at The University of Melbourne. S
Series 18 Episode 204 Dr Ellen Heyting (Part 1): Social Purpose
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 204 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Ellen Heyting!
Ellen is a passionate and experienced educator, researcher, and facilitator who works at Melbourne Metrics within the Faculty of Education at The University of Melbourne. S
Series 18 Episode 203 Dr Adam Fraser (Part 3): Make It Real
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 203 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Adam Fraser!
Dr Adam Fraser has a PhD in Biomedical Science and is the author of the bestselling books, “The Third Space” and “Strive”. He is the director of the e-lab, a research company
Series 18 Episode 203 Dr Adam Fraser (Part 2): Make It Worthwhile
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 203 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Adam Fraser!
Dr Adam Fraser has a PhD in Biomedical Science and is the author of the bestselling books, “The Third Space” and “Strive”. He is the director of the e-lab, a research company
Series 18 Episode 203 Dr Adam Fraser (Part 1): Make It Work
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In episode 203 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Adam Fraser!
Dr Adam Fraser has a PhD in Biomedical Science and is the author of the bestselling books, “The Third Space” and “Strive”. He is the director of the e-lab, a research company
Series 18 Prologue: The Character of Success - Dr Ian Lambert & Dr Rohma Cummins
The Game Changers podcast celebrates true pioneers who inspire us to take the big step forward and up in education and beyond. In this, the Prologue of Series Eighteen, your host Professor Phil Cummins, sets up the provocation for the theme of the new season: The Character of Success. Phil identifies the questions that intrigue him about what it means to live a good life, one that's both worthwhil
Series Eighteen Teaser
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In this teaser of Series Eighteen of the Game Changers podcast, your host, Professor Phil Cummins, gives a sneak peek at what’s coming up in the new season.
The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CI
Special Episode – The Character of a Life (Part 2: Fellowship)
In October 2024, Dr Phil Cummins was awarded a National Fellowship by the Australian Council for Educational Leaders at their Annual Conference. As part of this, Phil recorded a conversation as a guest of Michael Murphy which focused significantly on the work of character education. In this first episode of a two-part collaboration with the very talented and creative Michael, Phil talks about his
Special Episode – The Character of a Life (Part 1: Dear Stardust – Gorgeous Marks)
The first part of our collaboration with the brilliant Australian educator and broadcaster, Michael Murphy (recorded in July-August 2025) is the first episode of Michael’s inspiring new podcast series “Dear Stardust”. Professor Phil Cummins was invited to write and read a letter to “Stardust”, sharing his hopes, dreams and concerns for the future. Phil then chats with Michael about the poem he wro
Series 17 Epilogue: The Character of Enterprise: Professor Phil Cummins
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In this final episode of the seventeen series of the Game Changers podcast, your host, Professor Philip Cummins, explores the series theme, the nature and consequences of enterprise - both as an entity and as a way of being, becoming and leading and wraps up the series that's been.
The Gam
Series 17 Episode 200 Andrew Donnelly & Neil Wolstenholme (Part 3): Doing things differently
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 200 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Andrew Donnelly & Neil Wolstenholme!
Andrew Donnelly has worked in the education sector since 2008 and is driven by a deep passion for transforming how we prepare young people for life beyond the classroom. C
Series 17 Episode 200 Andrew Donnelly & Neil Wolstenholme (Part 2): Failing multiple times
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 200 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Andrew Donnelly & Neil Wolstenholme!
Andrew Donnelly has worked in the education sector since 2008 and is driven by a deep passion for transforming how we prepare young people for life beyond the classroom. C
Series 17 Episode 200 Andrew Donnelly & Neil Wolstenholme (Part 1): Having substance
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 200 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Andrew Donnelly & Neil Wolstenholme!
Andrew Donnelly has worked in the education sector since 2008 and is driven by a deep passion for transforming how we prepare young people for life beyond the classroom. C
Series 17 Episode 199 Martin Westwell (Part 3): Doing things differently
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 199 (Part 3) 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 ed
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 ed
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 ed
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-profi
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-profi
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-profi
Series 17 Episode 197 Anthony Micallef (Part 3): Nil Sin Labore
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 197 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Anthony Micallef.
Anthony Micallef is the 12th Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School, commencing in the role in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of Sydney and has also completed a sabbatical at the Ha
Series 17 Episode 197 Anthony Micallef (Part 2): Present and Invested
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 197 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Anthony Micallef.
Anthony Micallef is the 12th Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School, commencing in the role in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of Sydney and has also completed a sabbatical at the Ha
Series 17 Episode 197 Anthony Micallef (Part 1): Happenstance in Depth
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 197 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Anthony Micallef.
Anthony Micallef is the 12th Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School, commencing in the role in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of Sydney and has also completed a sabbatical at the Ha
Series 17 Episode 196 Rebecca Hall (Part 3): Globally Curious
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 196 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Rebecca Hall.
Rebecca is an experienced senior executive who has worked in government, not for profits and education institutions, with a focus on industry engagement, international relations and education
Series 17 Episode 196 Rebecca Hall (Part 2): Potential for More
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 196 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Rebecca Hall.
Rebecca is an experienced senior executive who has worked in government, not for profits and education institutions, with a focus on industry engagement, international relations and education
Series 17 Episode 196 Rebecca Hall (Part 1): A Hope and a Sense
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 196 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Rebecca Hall.
Rebecca is an experienced senior executive who has worked in government, not for profits and education institutions, with a focus on industry engagement, international relations and education
Series 17 Episode 195 Homa Sabet Tavangar (Part 3): The Liminal Moment
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 195 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Homa Sabet Tavangar
Born in Iran, raised in the U.S., and having lived in South America and Africa, Homa Sabet Tavangar’s life and work have led her on a journey exploring the roots of purpose, innovation and
Series 17 Episode 195 Homa Sabet Tavangar (Part 2): Working Out
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 195 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Homa Sabet Tavangar
Born in Iran, raised in the U.S., and having lived in South America and Africa, Homa Sabet Tavangar’s life and work have led her on a journey exploring the roots of purpose, innovation and
Series 17 Episode 195 Homa Sabet Tavangar (Part 1): Mixed Veggies
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 195 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Homa Sabet Tavangar
Born in Iran, raised in the U.S., and having lived in South America and Africa, Homa Sabet Tavangar’s life and work have led her on a journey exploring the roots of purpose, innovation and
Series 17 Episode 194 Jess & Krys Wootten (Part 3): Process, Practice and Product
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 194 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Jess & Krys Wootten founders of Wootten.
Jess took over Custom Fit Australia when he was 23 years old. He was bright-eyed and full of ideas with his Dad's old shoemaking tools to make use of. Fast forward 17
Series 17 Episode 194 Jess & Krys Wootten (Part 2): People and Place
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 194 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Jess & Krys Wootten founders of Wootten.
Jess took over Custom Fit Australia when he was 23 years old. He was bright-eyed and full of ideas with his Dad's old shoemaking tools to make use of. Fast forward 17
Series 17 Episode 194 Jess & Krys Wootten (Part 1): Purpose and Planet
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 194 of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Jess & Krys Wootten founders of Wootten.
Jess took over Custom Fit Australia when he was 23 years old. He was bright-eyed and full of ideas with his Dad's old shoemaking tools to make use of. Fast forward 17 years and
Series 17 Episode 193 Benjamin Cooper: The Magic of Christmas
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 193 of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Benjamin Cooper, Executive Chef at Chin Chin for a holiday special.
Hailing from the small town of Taree in New South Wales, Benjamin Cooper has been Executive Chef at beloved Southeast Asian restaurant Chin Chin for
Series 17 Episode 192 Joanne Ladds (Part 3): A Different Chair
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 192 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Joanne Ladds.
Dr Joanne Ladds is an educational consultant and learning space designer with two decades of experience in the education sector. With a lifetime devoted to learning, Joanne's work shows an un
Series 17 Episode 192 Joanne Ladds (Part 2): A Bit of a See Saw
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 192 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Joanne Ladds.
Dr Joanne Ladds is an educational consultant and learning space designer with two decades of experience in the education sector. With a lifetime devoted to learning, Joanne's work shows an un
Series 17 Episode 192 Joanne Ladds (Part 1): Charting a Course
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 192 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Dr Joanne Ladds.
Dr Joanne Ladds is an educational consultant and learning space designer with two decades of experience in the education sector. With a lifetime devoted to learning, Joanne's work shows an un
Series 17 Episode 191 George Hedon (Part 3): Pioneering The Future Self
The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 191 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with George Hedon.
George Hedon is the visionary Founder and CEO of Pause Fest & Awards, Australia's flagship innovation festival known as ‘Innovation Capital'. Under his leadership, Pause Fest has attracted over
