Right in the Schoolies
A podcast in which a current teacher speaks to people from all walks of life about their school days. Expect amusing stories, heartfelt reflections and eclectic guests.
Episodes
63 episodes
Goodbye
Class is dismissed. Thank you for all your interest in the show. If you want to contact me then email at schooliespod@gmail.com
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6:49
Charity Episode: Huntington's Disease Association
This is from my school's podcast club, for whom I am the erstwhile producer. One of the students interviewed me about my journey with H.D, my plan for fundraising, and my London Marathon training. If you want to donate:&nb...
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10:46
Oh Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad
Here it is: the ghost story for Christmas 2023! A classic tale of terror from the master. This particular story was read by me and beautifully enhanced by the very talented Bethan Briggs Miller, from the
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52:23
Jessica Cale-Minnesota by way of Swansea
A big episode today. Jessica is the host of the excellent Dirty Sexy History podcast: https://dirtysexyhistory.com/2021/05/27/new-podcast-streaming-now/ , sh...
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Season 5
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1:07:46
Autumnal Ramble
A live recording of my dog walk, with some spooky tales thrown in. Set to automatically publish one hour after recording.
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21:13
School Podcast for Halloween
I started a podcast club at my new school and we made something in tribute to Uncanny (the kids love it). We were helped out by the nicest man in the world of paranormal showbiz, Danny Robins!This is a short show with some staff sharing...
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Harry Russell-Berkshire, UK
Welcome to Season 5 of Right in the Schoolies! It's been a long time since I recorded and so I appreciate your patience. Listen to the opening of the show to hear some interesting and exciting news and, if you can help, email me at...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:29:22
Owen Staton-Pontrhydyfen, Wales
"Our strengths lie in strange places."The Welsh wizard of storytelling talks with Mr. James about his time at school.Follow Owen's brilliant podcasts Time Between Times and Spectre of the Sea to hear more of that wonderful voice.&nb...
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1:11:59
Reverend Peter Laws--County Durham, UK
As we usher in spring, I bring you an episode from man of the cloth: Reverend Peter Laws. We talk about God, headless mutts, and why you shouldn't accept speed from your Geography teacher--the rest is, as they say, "lemon-entry."...
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1:24:08
Bethan Briggs-Miller--South Wales
This week Mr. James is joined by Bethan Briggs-Miller from the Eerie Essex and Spectre of the Sea podcast. Bethan discusses her childhood in South Wales and discusses Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, nice nuns and being haunted by a poltergeis...
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1:14:53
Paul Clayton-Maltby, Yorkshire, U.K
"When you trust teachers, I think it's magic."Welcome to Season 4!To kick things off we have the brilliant character actor Paul Clayton who talks about his time at the hallowed Maltby Grammar School. Listen unti...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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53:02
Stave 5-The End Of It
Scrooge wakes up to find that he is changed.I hope you have enjoyed my reading of A Christmas Carol; it remains my favourite story and I hope you can keep its message in your heart for those very cold winter nights when all seems bleak....
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13:25
Stave Three-The Second of the Three Spirits
Here comes the second of the three spirits. Touch his robe.
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46:21
A Christmas Carol-Stave One: Marley's Ghost
In honour of the festive season, Mr. James has gone big!Here is Stave (chapter) one of Charles Dickens' incredible A Christmas Carol.Cosy up by the fire, pour yourself a port and listen to this festive chiller complete with soun...
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41:15
Summer Update from a Sweltering Bar
Mr. James gives a very rough update on the state of play from a bar in Reading town centre.
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3:09
Mini-Egg Episode-Mailbag/Mr. James as a Guest/H.D News
Hello!Just a short episode from me to plug some of the shows which I have been a guest on and to give some updates on my fundraising mission for Huntington's Disease awareness.Pods mentioned in the episode: What is ...
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9:56
Evelyn Hollow-West Lothian, Scotland
My final interview of S3 is the wonderful Evelyn Hollow. You may know her lovely Scottish brogue from the hit podcast The Battersea Poltergeist and Uncanny. Evelyn talks about her formative years in West Lothian, how she fell in ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:12:54
Paul and Chris-A Very British Horror Podcast. Reigate, Surrey-U.K
In a bit of a change, I have two guests on at once because they went to the same school and promised me lots of dirt on one another; they didn't disappoint. Hear about Chris and his love for awkward African dancing, being typecast ...
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1:00:46
Teresa Ash-Walsall, U.K
In a slight change of tone, Mr. James interviews a fellow pro (though he's sure most teachers are more professional than he is.)Teresa Ash is an Associate Headteacher at St. Joseph's in Swindon, a town Mr. James knows well from his trai...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:16:51
Robert Lloyd Parry-Liverpool, U.K
Mr. James interviews...M.R James.Well, close enough. It's the brilliant Robert Lloyd Parry, who earns a crust by dressing up as the great man and tours theatres. Robert talks about his time at school in Liverpool wher...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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50:26
Danny Robins-Newcastle, U.K
Bloody Hell, Danny.I was thrilled to get some time with the podcaster, playwright and journalist Danny Robins. You may know his voice from The Battersea Poltergeist, Uncanny and Haunted. He has also written 2:22, which will begin a new ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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