Upcoming Broadcasts: Engaging School Events & Talks

Upcoming Broadcasts

Speakers for Schools is excited to present its weekly broadcast schedule! This schedule will be updated regularly and talks will be targeted to different age groups are accessible via signing up using the registration from links below. registration closes at 12pm the day before the broadcast date – links are then sent out by email that afternoon.

Tips on participating in the Broadcast

To access the talks, links should be opened in a browser that is not Internet Explorer and students should join the live event anonymously, there is no need to create a log in. 

Students wishing to see subtitles for the broadcast can turn them on via the panel on the right-hand side of the screen. 

Further guidance on how to access talks can be found here.

Questions for speakers can be submitted via Q+A Function during the talk which will be made live for students to submit questions. The questions submitted will be moderated by a member of the SFS team and approved if relevant.

We send out the join link to our broadcasts the day before. Should you require the join link earlier, please email broadcasts@speakersforschools.org


WORLD EARTH DAY WITH JUSTIN PLACIDE, HEAD OF NET ZERO GOVERNANCE, BRIEFING & FISCAL EVENTS, DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

Date: Monday 22nd April

Time: 02:00 pm - 02:45 pm

Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6

Get ready to turn up the excitement and join us for Earth Day!:earth_africa:This year we will hear from Justin Placide, Head of Net Zero Governance about raising awareness about environmental conservation and sustainable living practices. Got burning questions about climate change, renewable energy, or the fate of the planet? Now's your chance in our Earth Day Q&A.

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INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH KRYSTINA PEARSON-RAMPEEAREE, AEROSPACE ENGINEER

Date: Monday 29th April

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6

We get the privilege of speaking to multi award winning aerospace engineer, Krystina Pearson-Rampeearee about her career journey, the engineering industry, her experience as a Woman in STEM and what it takes to be an entrepreneur.

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WORKING IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY WITH MARK RODEN, OPERATIONS DIRECTOR AT TOYOTA (GB)

Date: Thursday 09th May

Time: 02:00 pm - 02:45 pm

Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6

Ever wondered what it's like to steer the wheels of one of the world's most renowned automotive giants? In this broadcast hear about Mark's journey from crunching numbers as a qualified accountant to revving up as the Sales Director of Toyota (GB)! we will delve into Mark's career, uncovering insights into the automotive industry. Whether you're passionate about engineering, marketing, or finance, buckle up for an event packed with anecdotes and valuable lessons.

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TACKLING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND CAREER REFLECTIONS WITH RACHEL NOLAN, ASSISTANT CHIEF CONSTABLE FOR ESSEX POLICE

Date: Friday 10th May

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Age Group: KS4-5 / S4-6

Join us and Rachel Nolan, as she aims to enlighten students about the prevalent challenges women face in society and the role of law enforcement in addressing them. Gain valuable insights into what a career in the police force entails and how you can contribute to making a difference in your community. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with a seasoned professional and explore the possibilities of a meaningful career path.

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FROM A PR PRO TO A POWERLIFTING CHAMPION WITH ANEELA ROSE, MANAGING DIRECTOR, ROSE MEDIA GROUP

Date: Monday 13th May

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6

Details coming soon...

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SHARE A STORY MONTH INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH ANNABELLE STEELE, TEACHER AND AUTHOR

Date: Wednesday 15th May

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Age Group: KS4-5 / S4-6

Annabelle Steele, based in Manchester, has been a teacher for 10 years. She entered her first novel into a competition which was received so well, they asked her to publish it. During this Industry Spotlight, we’ll unpack the process of editing, publishing, copywriting and all the behind the scenes of becoming a writer.

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SHARE A STORY MONTH INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH KIO BRIGGS, ARTIST AND ENTREPRENEUR

Date: Wednesday 15th May

Time: 02:00 pm - 02:45 pm

Age Group: KS3-5/S1-6

Kio Briggs is an Artist and Entrepreneur. He is an accomplished Author, Entertainer and Music Executive, as well as the Founder/CEO of Gifted, by Nature - a Media, Entertainment and Communications Company comprising a Creative Agency and Literary Publisher. He is also an avid yogi, painter and athlete.

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INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH JESSICA HILL, SENIOR INVESTIGATIONS AND FEATURES REPORTER

Date: Wednesday 22nd May

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6

We’ll be hearing from Jessica Hill, Senior Investigations and Features Reporter, on how her career in journalism has taken her all over the world and what getting into journalism can look for someone just starting out. We will explore the idea that career pathways don't always go the way you may plan but there's so much to learn in the process.

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INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH NIVE SIVANATHAN, AEROSPACE CYBER SECURITY CERTIFICATION SPECIALIST

Date: Tuesday 11th June

Time: 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Age Group: KS3-5/S1-6

Learn more about the Aviation industry as we hear from Niv Sivanathan and his experiences working in Cyber Security & the Civil Aviation Authority. There will be a chance to hear about his career journey so far, the expectations that come with pursing a job in the Aviation industry and skills needed.

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INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH NADINE PFEIFER, SENIOR MANAGER IN THE NHS AND FOUNDER OF APP, HOPSTAIR

Date: Tuesday 18th June

Time: 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Age Group: KS3-5/S1-6

During this session, we will hear from Nadine Pfeifer on how she started her entrepreneurial journey from scratch and is now the founder of HopStair, a platform for confidence building. We will unpack the process and feelings of starting out in an industry with little to no experience and how to navigate through the challenges and benefits this brings.

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INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT WITH HELEN CHAPMAN, BARRISTER AND PART TIME JUDGE

Date: Monday 08th July

Time: 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Age Group: KS3-5/S1-6

Discover more about the world of Law with this Industry Spotlight Talk. We’re joined by Helen Chapman, Barrister and part time Judge, as she shares her experiences getting into Criminal Law and the different pathways she’s taken to get to where she is today. We’ll also talk about how to navigate this industry and its expectations as a woman and a parent.

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If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact us at: broadcasts@speakersforschools.org