An education podcast series brought to you in association with The Excellence Hub. In this show we feature real people and have real conversations, about the topics that really matter. Authentic, transparent and humble.
You'll laugh, you'll cry and who knows - you might learn a thing or two along the way. Hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed making it.
Recording the season 1 finale of cards on the table was a career highlight! Joined by the stars of episodes 4 and 5, Patrick Ottley-O-Connor and Richard Gerver, we played a penalty shoot-out celebrity top trump style game.
Both guests have incredible stories to tell and have met some phenomenal people in their careers. But there's a twist. One of the 5 is completely made up. Did you guess correctly?!
This episode is a light-hearted end to the series and we hope you had as much fun watching this as we did filming it. Stay tuned for season 2 coming in Autumn 2026!
If you or your organisation would like to be considered for season 2 please get in touch with us by emailing info@theexcellencehub.co.uk.
Authentic. Transparent. Humble.
12 Jun 2026
Cards on the table. Episode 5. Richard Gerver
In this penultimate episode of the series we speak to a genuine legend - Richard Gerver.
Richard is one of the most influential experts on change and human leadership in the world. He gained recognition as a transformative headteacher who successfully turned around a failing UK school within two years.
Acclaimed globally and nicknamed ‘The Walt Disney of The Classroom’ by UK media, he has been honoured with several international accolades, including a UNESCO award for leadership and innovation, recognition as a Top 30 Thinker by Global Gurus, and Headteacher of the Year in The National Teaching Awards.
Leveraging his distinctive expertise and insights, Richard has become a leading global authority on change and human leadership.
He assists clients around the world in navigating challenges related to rapid shifts in technology, economy, politics, health, and environmental issues. Richard was an incredible guest and provided great insights and advice for leaders across multiple sectors.
We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed making it. If your organisation needs support with any of the topics raised in this video please get in touch with us by emailing info@theexcellencehub.co.uk.
Authentic. Transparent. Humble.
5 Jun 2026
Cards on the table. Episode 4. Patrick Ottley-O'Connor
In this fourth episode of the series we speak to an experienced executive educator, coach and wellbeing supermodel; the amazing Patrick Ottley-O'Connor.
We discuss Patrick's leadership journey, wellbeing, coaching and Ofsted amongst many other topics. Patrick was an incredible guest and provided great insights and advice for educational leaders and settings.
This is a really comprehensive interview, and we hope you find the content useful. We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed making it.
If your organisation needs support with any of the topics raised in this video please get in touch with us by emailing info@theexcellencehub.co.uk.
Authentic. Transparent. Humble.
2 Dec 2025
Cards on the table. Episode 3. Amit Singh Kalley
In this third episode of the series we speak to an experienced educator and the founder of "For Working Parents", the incredible Amit Singh Kalley.
We discuss parenting in the digital age, DEI and neurodiversity. We also talk about THAT periodic table. Amit was an incredible guest and provided great insights and advice for education settings and parents.
This is a really powerful and moving episode, and we hope you find the content useful. We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed making it.
If your organisation needs support with any of the topics raised in this video please get in touch with us by emailing info@theexcellencehub.co.uk.
Authentic. Transparent. Humble.
24 Oct 2025
Cards on the table: Episode 2. Radha Badhan & History, DEI and Childhood
In this second episode we speak to an incredible education leader and wonderful human being, Radha Badhan. We discuss her passion for History, her childhood and her experiences as a young and successful global-majority leader in the UK. Radha provides great insights and advice for employers on how to be more inclusive.
This is a really powerful and moving episode, and we hope you find the content useful. We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed making it.
If your organisation needs support with any of the topics raised in this video please get in touch with us by emailing info@theexcellencehub.co.uk.
3 Oct 2025
Cards on the table: Episode 1. Sally Bolton & Menopause
In this first episode we speak to renowned Health & Fitness Coach and Menopause Training Expert, Sally Bolton.
We discuss the stigma around menopause, and the lack of training, education and awareness surrounding it.
Sally shares top-tips on how to become a menopause-friendly employer and an effective ally.
We also discuss Sally's views on coaching and have a very interesting conversation about food and prisons - make sure you listen to the end!
We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed making it.
If your organisation needs support with any of the topics raised in this video please get in touch with us by emailing info@theexcellencehub.co.uk.
Authentic. Transparent. Humble.
1 Oct 2025
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An education podcast series brought to you in association with The Excellence Hub. In this show we feature real people and have real conversations, about the topics that really matter. Authentic, transparent and humble.
You'll laugh, you'll cry and who knows - you might learn a thing or two along the way. Hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed making it.
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