‘Bursting The Bubble’ is the brand new podcast all about returning to school after 6 months at home during a global pandemic! Join teen hosts Harry, Ella and Maria as they share their thoughts on schooling in a post-lockdown era whilst having a good chat along the way.
In the last episode before Christmas, Harry and Ella discuss school leading up to the holidays, with many people choosing to stay off. They also share their thoughts on spirituality, talking about ghosts and supernatural experiences, and Ella gives Harry an introduction to witchcraft. Finally, they answer your questions!
8 Dec 2020
Social Media, Bowling Names and OriBAGmi
This week, Harry and Ella reflect on their self isolation and discuss returning to school. They talk online lessons, workload and their reactions to being allowed outdoors! They also share their views on social media, evaluating its benefits against the negatives of trolling, fake news and mental health effects.
1 Dec 2020
Conspiracy Theories, Christmas Rules and H2O
In this episode, Harry, Ella and Maria share their feelings as we leave national lockdown and reenter the tiered system. They discuss the relaxation of restrictions over the Christmas period and Harry and Ella give an update on their self isolation. Also, they talk all things conspiracy theories, delving deep into some of the most popular and revealing their views.
24 Nov 2020
Reality TV, Self Isolation and Gamed Out
Episode 3 sees Harry and Ella reveal that they have to self isolate for 2 weeks following a positive coronavirus case in their year group! Along with Maria, they react to their online learning timetable and discuss coping strategies. On a lighter note, they talk reality TV, sharing their favourite shows but also looking at the negativity and trolling closely related to the genre.
17 Nov 2020
Music, Conference Room B and Airport Security Songs
This week, Harry, Ella and Maria talk about a topic they all love: music.
They share their personal tastes, joint favourites and do their very own Desert Island Discs! They also discuss the news of a Coronavirus vaccine being developed and give an update on their schools’ Coronavirus rules.
10 Nov 2020
Lockdown 2, Ella’s 15th and Big Mac n Cheese
Harry, Ella and Maria are back for Series 2! In this first episode, they discuss what they’ve been up to over the break and celebrate Ella turning 15. Inevitably, the main topic of conversation is England’s second national lockdown; they evaluate the timing, rules and effect on schools. They also share their views on the US election results and answer more of your questions.
20 Oct 2020
Careers, Dancing Politicians and Teacher Names
In the final episode of Series 1, Harry, Ella and Maria review their first half term back at school. They discuss the Government’s new three-tiered local lockdown system and Rishi Sunak’s comments about the arts. Returning guest Jess, Harry’s sister and Year 13 student, talks about being sent home to self isolate and we react to what you hate most about the world.
13 Oct 2020
School to Life Transition, Fine liners and Girlies
This week’s episode sees Harry, Ella and Maria discuss whether school is adequate preparation for adult life and what improvements they would make. They talk revision tactics, Coronavirus isolation rules and answer more of your questions.
6 Oct 2020
International Schooling, Beanie Babies and Nakd Bars
In this episode, Harry, Ella and Maria evaluate the English school system and compare it to others around the world, taking into account exams, curriculum and school hours. They also discuss the news that Trump has tested positive for Coronavirus as well as the increasing workload being set by teachers.
29 Sept 2020
Coronavirus Predictions, Harry’s Birthday and Metaphors
It’s a special episode this week as Harry turns 15! He answers some of your quickfire questions and discusses his birthday celebrations cancelled by Coronavirus. Ella, Maria and him give a general school update around strictness since the sharp increase in virus cases and ponder over when we will get back to life without the worry of a pandemic.
22 Sept 2020
Classism, Peppers and Pins & Needles
This week, Harry, Ella and Maria share concerns around school shutdowns and the rapid rise in Coronavirus cases. They evaluate the educational impact of a second lockdown and respond to more of your opinions and questions.
15 Sept 2020
The New Normal, Holly and Phil and Stir Fry
Episode 3 sees Harry, Ella and Maria share their thoughts on how they are settling into school and the new Covid restrictions. They also interview a special guest, A-Level student and Harry’s sister, Jess, who talks about her experience of school in these strange times. Instagram: @burstingthebubblepod Twitter: @burstingtbubble
8 Sept 2020
Back To School, Golden Balls and Bee Swarms
This week, Harry, Maria and Ella discuss and compare the reality of their first day back at school since March. They talk coronavirus procedures, how it felt to return and answer your questions. Instagram: @burstingthebubblepod Twitter: @burstingtbubble
1 Sept 2020
Waffles, Expectations and Boris Johnson
In this first episode, Harry, Ella and Maria reflect on homeschooling during lockdown and discuss their expectations around returning to school. They talk mask wearing, the Government’s handling of coronavirus and react to tweets about heading back to school.
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