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The world awaiting our students is becoming increasingly complex, dynamic and unpredictable. To thrive, we are told our students will need to be creative, adaptable and able to transfer skills from one context to another with relative ease. But how do they do that effectively? Inter-disciplinary education may hold the key. The Range Project is an educational podcast that draws lessons from those who have made a habit of expanding their range. Each guest has gone beyond an area of specialisation, gained their own inter-disciplinary understanding of the world and found their passion in the process.
Studio Scotch is proudly supported by Old Scotch Collegians, Scotch Parents and Scotch College Teaching and Learning.
Studio Scotch is proudly supported by Old Scotch Collegians, Scotch Parents and Scotch College Teaching and Learning.
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What is the single most important thing teachers should know about their students? In this episode of the Range Project, join Director of Teaching and Learning, Richard Spence and Head of Enrichment, Sam Sterrett, as they sit down with professional development expert, passionate educator and international best-selling author, Jamie Clark.
Ever heard of Operation Jaywick? Well, if you are in the SAS you almost certainly have. The year is 1943 and the Japanese army have just taken control of Singapore harbour. This story begins in Exmouth and ends with one of the most audacious acts of World War 2 heroism this country has ever seen. Join us on the Range Project as we chat with old mates, Rusty Delroy OSC ’98 and Oli Wenn as they join forces to bring this epic tale to the big screen as part of Wondership Entertainment.
Post-production: Will Hellewell
Join us for a chat with philosopher Dr Chris Letheby as we discuss the interdisciplinary nature of cognitive science, the growing research into psychedelic therapy for acute mental illness, the power of philosophy and the rise of artificial intelligence.
Dr Letheby is a senior lecturer at UWA specialising in the philosophy of mind, philosophy of cognitive science, and philosophy of neuroscience. He is also the author of ‘Philosophy of Psychadelics’, a philosophical analysis of psychedelic drugs.
Do you want to launch your own career in Space Exploration right here in Perth? Renae Sayers knows how to get that happening. Renae is the Deputy Director of Space Science and Technology Centre at Curtin University, and we sat down with her to discuss the intricacies of sending a satellite into orbit as well as how the right mindset and education can set you up for this kind of career.
What happens when you follow a passion for computer science, get a law degree and supposedly commit to the path of least resistance? According to OSC Ty Haberland, that can land you a dream job! With the recent emergence of powerful tools such as ChatGPT, we wanted to hear from someone at the coalface of this new AI landscape. Ty is a tech lawyer working for boutique digital law firm Stirling and Rose specialising in emerging digital technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence.
In this episode, Ty shares his views on the rise of AI behemoths such as OpenAI, Google and to coming wave of Microsoft’s 365 Co-Pilot poised to significantly change the way we learn at school and work. We also discuss consciousness and AI, how we will consume media in an increasingly hyper-personalised digital world, the notion of digital parks, what happens to our meaning, motivation and purpose when AI applications reach exponential levels of efficiency and many other topics.
We hope you enjoy out chat with Ty Haberland!
What is middle school, why is it such a critical part of the schooling journey and how can we use these years to instil a lifelong love of learning? We put these fascinating questions to Scotch College's Head of Middle School Brad Gill in this episode of The Range Project.
A fierce advocate for boys' education and the pivotal role that middle school plays in this formative time, Brad discusses how we create tailored learning experiences and environments to nurture independent, curious and empowered young people.
How do you make a successful feature film in Western Australia? Writer and director Roderick MacKay knows a thing or two.
In this episode, Roderick discusses bringing his first feature film 'The Furnace' (2020) to life and the process of filming in the rugged Western Australian outback and bringing the endangered Badimaya language to the big screen. We touch on Roderick's journey to filmmaking and the future of film amidst the popularity of streaming services before Roderick shares his top tips for up-and-coming creatives and filmmakers.
Tune in as we welcome Scotch College graduates and good mates Toby O'Keeffe and Sachio Ingrilli (both OSC 2017) to the studio to discuss their journeys beyond school and how they've broken into and found passion in the creative and engineering industries.
About Toby O'Keeffe
Toby is a freelance designer specialising in brand design. In his short career, he's collected his fair share of industry awards and recently worked with Perth Festival as a Junior Designer for their 2022 and 2023 seasons.
About Sachio Ingrilli
Sachio is an aerospace engineer who has worked closely with UWA Aerospace to build custom rockets. Last year, Sachio created his first-ever sculpture, which won the EY People's Choice Prize at Sculpture by the Sea.
What happens when your life changes in an instant?
Dr Bruce Powell is a former anaesthetist, writer and advocator living with a brain injury. Recounting how everything dramatically changed after a cycling accident, he details the discovery of his ADHD diagnosis while recovering and his inspiring journey to now.
Tune in as Dr Powell and our hosts Sam and Steve reflect on the challenges facing neurodiverse students in our education system, pivoting careers, seeking fulfilment and embracing uncertainty.
Are smartphones making us dumber? Cognitive neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams reckons they could be!
Mark's journey began in regional Victoria amidst a challenging family environment and feeling disengaged at school. Curious about how we think and learn, Mark ventured into a neuroscience career, working for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Australian universities over the past 25 years.
Tune in as we touch on the rise of the attention economy, social media, brain plasticity, the neuroscientific differences between reading from paper vs a screen and the alarming new research that links increased screen time to ADHD-like behaviours.
After securing the federal seat of Curtin in a landmark election victory, Kate Chaney MP joins The Range Project to discuss her journey to the House of Representatives. As part of the climate-focused teal independent wave, Kate shares her diverse career experiences and her commitment to making change.
Kate reflects on entering politics and balancing her responsibility to her electorate and motherhood and we touch on the unhelpful dichotomy of left vs right, climate change, renewable energy, gambling and integrity in politics.
Esteemed author and educator Maggie Dent is an expert in parenting and building resilience, and she joins us on The Range Project to share more. Author to best-sellers 'Mothering our Boys' and 'From Boys to Men', host to ABC's 'Parental as Anything' podcast and a regular TV and radio guest, Maggie's trusted advice has reached families across the world.
Speaking of her rural upbringing and parenting four boys, Maggie explores what the research says about screen time and technology addiction in today's young people. We discuss the need to bring play into the classroom, the links between neuroscience and learning and how we can create responsive teaching and learning programmes.
Naomi Flutter is a woman of seemingly endless talents, and she joined The Range Project to share her journey. Naomi is the Executive General Manager of Corporate Affairs Wesfarmers, the Pro-Chancellor of the Australian National University and a member of the Scotch College Council.
In this episode, Naomi discusses the diverse experiences that shaped her worldview. We take it back to her upbringing at the binational French-Australian Telopea Park School, a formative experience as a teenager on exchange in Germany and a profoundly impacting time at Harvard University's John F Kennedy School of Government. Taking a closer look at her journey to now, Naomi shares her work in Indigenous affairs with the ANU, her somewhat unpredictable career path in the corporate arena and life as a Scotch mum.
Yarlalu Thomas (OSC 2015) is a Nyangumarta Pitjikarli man from Warralong and a Young Australian of the Year on a mission to close the life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Australia.
In this episode of The Range Project, we welcomed Yarlalu to the studio to discuss his journey to becoming a doctor, improving healthcare in remote areas and how we can boost access to education for Indigenous Australians. Learn more about his groundbreaking work with Pilbara Faces and the Lyfe Languages Project as Yarlalu reflects on his upbringing and how it inspired him to create change.
Starting a school from scratch and leading staff and students through a pandemic.
Tune in as we delve into the unique world of tech and how to succeed in business.
How flipping the way we deliver classroom projects can enhance student motivation.
Discover how to build a fulfilling life and the importance of pursuing hobbies that you love.
Kav Temperley has been making incredible music for over 20 years and is considered Australian Rock Royalty. Kav is the Multi-Platinum award-winning lead singer and bass player of the band Eskimo Joe. He has also had a successful journey to become a solo artist, where his blend of heartfelt songwriting and a distinctive voice combine to make timeless works of art. Kav is a true creative and in this interview we discuss the history of Eskimo Joe, being able to adapt in a creative industry, the tenacity required to have a career as a creative and his commitment to helping young people find their own creative talents.
Drummond Orr graduated from Scotch College in 2016 before receiving a Chancellor's Scholarship and studying Economics at Melbourne University. Drummond is now off to study a Master of Economics at Oxford University having recently been awarded a Ramsay World Universities Post-Graduate Scholarship. In this interview, we discuss Drummond's keen interest in economics as a discipline filled with complex, wicked problems that demand an inter-disciplinary approach. We discuss the intersection between economics and mental health, universal basic income, education and many other topics. Drummond also reflects on his time as a student at Scotch, the challenges he faced and the benefits he derived.
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