In this episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we are joined by GB Canoe Slalom Olympic Coach, Craig Morris. From humble beginnings paddling on Dudley's finest canal network to turning his hobby of coaching canoe slalom into an outstanding career as an Olympic coach, we get into the journey and the many excellent mistakes made along the way. We also get to hear the other side of Kimberley Woods' story (Ep 24) and how Craig supported her through her early days, her mental health struggles, car crashes, Olympic challenges and using a person-centred approach to unleash the authentic, free Kim.

This is an incredible story from an outstanding person so grab a notebook, pen and coffee and enjoy!

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In this episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we are joined by GB Canoe Slalom Athlete, Tokyo 2020ne Olympian and mental health advocate Kimberley Woods. We hear Kim's story, learning about what paddling gave her growing up, her journey into international competition, her mental health struggles, and the triumphs and car crashes along the way. A holder of 5 European titles from junior-senior level, a multiple world cup medallist, World and European champion - this is an incredible conversation where Kim shares her journey and lessons on how to better look after our mental health and to perform better when it really matters.

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In this special episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we are joined by Royal Air Force fast-jet pilot Matt. We reflect on his journey from his early days learning to fly through the relentless pressures of training and how he adapted to cope. Now a seasoned frontline pilot Matt shares some of his most significant learning events including an incredible night-time emergency over hostile territory which earned him the same award as Sully! Finally Matt shares his thoughts on areas where the world of sport can learn from aviation particularly in terms of quality debriefing and creating psychological safety.

We can't believe we managed to get a frontline Eurofighter Typhoon pilot on the podcast so grab a notebook, pen and coffee and enjoy!

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In this episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we are joined by double Paralympic medallist and Paralympic Champion sailor, Helena Lucas MBE. In this honest, inspiring, hilarious and energising conversation, Helena shares her journey from crying her eyes out in the boat through to campaigning for the Olympic games, the unexpected shift to Paralympic sailing, discovering the winning formula and mindset, as well the literal and metaphorical plastic bags along the way.

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In this episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we jump into our next 'thinking out loud' episode where podcast host, Doug MacDonald shares his thoughts and reflections on a particular area, offering his experiences and knowledge, and most importantly thinking out loud. In this episode, off the back of Doug's epic adventure on the Isle of Skye, we ask the question what would you do if you knew you couldn't fail or what’s worth doing even if you fail? We consider what may lie behind our fear of trying something difficult or scary, the difference between risk and consequence, and how we might learn to embrace the vulnerability of failure rather than avoiding it.

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In this special episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we are joined by 5 time Olympian, 4 time World Champion and 3 time Olympic Silver medallist, Frances Houghton MBE. Frances was the first British woman to be selected for five Olympic Games in rowing, and only the fifth woman in any sport to achieve this mark for Team GB. In this honest, insightful, heart-breaking and inspiring conversation, Frances shares her journey from first stepping into a boat through her 3 very different Olympic Silver medals, burnout and learning to redefine what success looked and felt like.

This is an incredible story from one of the outstanding athletes of her generation so grab a notebook, pen and coffee and enjoy!

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In this episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we jump into our next 'thinking out loud' episode where podcast host, Doug MacDonald shares his thoughts and reflections on a particular area, offering his experiences and knowledge, and most importantly thinking out loud. In this episode, we think about creating powerful learning experiences through outdoor environments. We consider the power of outdoor learning environments, redefining the 'classroom' and reimagining 'traditional' learning for the outdoor classroom.

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In this episode of the Learning Journeys Podcast, we are joined by professional climber, Robbie Phillips. Robbie shares his journey from trying out climbing for the first time through to representing Great Britain internationally in competitions to his life climbing hard and scary outdoor routes around the world. We chat about his sketchy early years, the factors that underpin success in climbing projects and the mental health solace that climbing has brought him in lockdown. Creative, unpredictable, heart-breaking, enthusiastic and passionate all rolled into one - well worth a listen!

Please note that this episode was recorded before the sad passing of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. At times, Robbie and I share our experiences from the Duke of Edinburgh's scheme which was so positive and influential in our development.

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