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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Here is the latest edition of the Taking Action podcast exploring the campaign to prevent a hyperscale Data Centre being built right next to the village of Auchertool. lnkd.in/ekHXGbjK

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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Listen into the latest Rethinking Education podcast now! 🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/6bEz...

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Here is the link for the latest episode of Taking Action www.buzzsprout.com/2512967/epis... featuring the wonderful Sara Cullen talking about her novel "Blood Red Sky". It is a gripping story and a brilliant insight into Scotland's youth justice system

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This episode is another trailer for a session at the "Getting to Grips with Trauma" Book Festival which will be held at Cumbernauld Theatre on Sunday 6th September from 10.00 - 5.30. You can buy ticke...

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We also mention the wonderful film "Love and Trouble" lnkd.in/djskamTm. The Scottish ACEs action Facebook page offers details of screenings. We also mention Anam Alba anam-alba.com and their superb musical production of the children's book The Little Iceberg lnkd.in/dfWHrgH8.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

You can get more information about Ross on his website here lnkd.in/dhuKKYRq Here is a link to the show www.buzzsprout.com/2512967/epis...

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

As Lesley says - The strength of this book lies in its honesty, its compassion, and its ability to open up conversations that are often hard for families. How do you know where to begin to talk about a parent’s mental health struggles?

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Ross's book, "Daddy's Bad (bed) Day" is reviewed brilliantly by Lesley Frame Whitelaw in the Scottish ACEs Action Community's Trauma in the Arts Review. You can check out their Facebook page here lnkd.in/eqcAxTgy

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

It trails Ross's session at the "Getting to Grips with Trauma" Book Festival to be held at Cumbernauld Theatre on 6th September 10.00 - 5.30. You can buy tickets here lnkd.in/ecsAdq7q. A £15 day pass lets you to attend 6 sessions from a choice of 24 authors. The biggest literary bargain ever!.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I have just released a new taking action podcast with the children's author. poet, puppeteer and theatre maker, Ross McKay.

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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Did you know that some of the best learning happens away from the desk? 🍃Taking your lessons outdoors boosts student engagement and encourages curiosity at all ages. Our outdoor learning books give you all the ideas you need and takes the stress out of planning: buff.ly/IyvGh1X

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Here is my blog for Crown House substack.com/@crownhouse1... It makes the case for reading and for older books in particular

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

They also have a Facebook page lnkd.in/eqcAxTgy where you will find lots more information about the Book Festival I really recommend this episode and all things connected to Witches of Scotland

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

If you need any further encouragement to listen to the podcast or attend the Book Festival, read a wonderful review of Claire and Zoe's book "How to kill a Witch" (lnkd.in/eHYJ4aHM) by Mhairi Gilchrist in the Scottish ACEs Action Community's newsletter. You can sign up for it here lnkd.in/eNCA7Kgm

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

There is also lots of discussion about trauma and its inter-generational impact.The episode also trails their session at the "Getting to Grips with Trauma" Book Festival which will be held at Cumbernauld Theatre on Sunday 6th September from 10.00 - 5.30. You can buy tickets here lnkd.in/ecsAdq7q.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

This show is a must for anyone interested in Scottish history and what we highlight and teach about it. It is also for anyone wanting to understand the scale and intensity of the persecution that was conducted on the basis of alleged witchcraft. It is shocking.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Here are the show notes I love this episode with Claire and Zoe. It is free flowing, fun and full of laughter, radical political analysis, historical research and trenchant observations on the current political situation. Claire and Zoe are insightful, unassumingly articulate and fearless.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Ahead of our usual schedule, I could not resist releasing this wonderful episode of the Taking Action podcast with the Witches of Scotland lnkd.in/e7J32req

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

One of the great things about them is that they are not polemics or manifestos. The are gripping stories and very enjoyable reads. As the icing on the cake, Karen is a warm, open, engaging and interesting guest

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We focus on her latest book "This Bright Life", but we also talk about "Paper Cup", an earlier novel, which I loved. Both are full of insights into trauma and it's impact. Both are profoundly empathetic and stress the importance of connection and community.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Remarkably, a £15 day pass allows you to attend 6 sessions from a choice of 24 authors. It is the biggest literary bargain ever!!Karen Campbell is a wonderful introduction to the Festival. Here is the link to her homepage lnkd.in/ePE83zDm.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

This is the first in a series of episodes which form part of the "Getting to Grips with Trauma" Book Festival which will be held at the Lantern house theatre in Cumbernauld on Sunday 6th September from 10.00 - 5.30. You can buy tickets here lnkd.in/ecsAdq7q.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Here is the first of the Taking Action podcasts linked to the Getting to Grips with Trauma Book Festival - details below lnkd.in/ebwids-T It is with Karen Campbell, author of This Bright Life and a superb guest Here are the show notes

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Conor is a wonderfully enthusiastic guest and was a joy to talk to. His work and that of the Trust make a massive difference to young people through offering opportunities, challenges and support. Listen and find out more including how to help the organisation to reach more young people

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Conor McNamara, Conor.mcnamara@oytscotland.org.uk, does exactly that through his work with the Ocean Youth Trust. You can get a real insight into the Trust's activity through this marvellous video lnkd.in/eFMpdddR and get more information on their website - Home - OYT Scotland

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Here are the show notes "This podcast was an absolute pleasure for me. I have long been committed to outdoor learning and chaired the Outdoor Connections Advisory Group for Scottish Government, so to combine that with addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences was an irresistible opportunity for me.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

I love this episode of Taking Action lnkd.in/esUiZegC A great combination of my interest in outdoor education and addressing disadvantage and inequality. Conor McNamara is a superb guest.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

It's a conversation about how we really need to address industrial decline, unemployment, poverty and all the impacts of adversity, including adverse childhood experiences. It is fulll of ideas and passion and is a genuinely encouraging and uplifting conversation

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

He echoes much of for work and thinking of Rebecca Solnit in her books, especially "A Paradise Built in Hell" and "The Beginning Comes After the End" and these are just some of the references we make.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Ferguslie had become a byword for the extent and impact of deprivation. It alsoseemed to be a graveyard for efforts at regeneration. Terry tells a very different story a community that helped itself. One which made impressive progress when the people who lived there were empowered and encouraged.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Here are the show notes This episode takes us back into the territory of common city activism and empowerment and that is something that is at the heart of this series. Terry McTernan has a great story to tell about Ferguslie Park and the people who live there.

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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

In this weeks episode of EduTalk, we’re joined by Gemma Clark, Lord Jim Knight and Priya Lakhani to talk about AI and how it can belong in our schools: buff.ly/2Casvcl

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

It's focussed on AI in education with brilliant contributions from Sir Jim Knight & Priya Lakhani who both have excellent chapters on AI in "Unfinished Business- The Life and Legacy of Sir Tim Brighouse" and Gemma Clark, who's book is "AI in the Primary Classroom". It is a rich combination!

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

And the podcasts just keep coming. This is another cracker from Crown House EduTalk lnkd.in/eN8rNU6j

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

This is a programme which should engage sports fans, parents and anyone interested in the development of Scotland young people.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

He talks brilliantly about how football academies have to develop players ready to move into the first team, but to do more than that, They need to make sure that there are no barriers to their progress from developmental issues or trauma that are not addressed through building relationships.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

It is our first episode dealing with all of the issues, which we have dealt with before, but in the world of sport, Laurie makes clear the importance of everyone dealing with young people, whatever the context, understanding them and responding to their characteristics, experiences and needs.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

I have just posted the latest "Taking Action" with Laurie Ellis, Head of Academy Coaching at Heart of Midlothian FC. Here is the link( I think) lnkd.in/eJgjnqu8 And here are the show notes I am absolutely delighted to be able to release this podcast with Laurie Ellis.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Please do take a moment to explore this years programme and sign up for one or more sessions using the link: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/BuxAWHJcHP

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

I think it is unbelievable that anyone has managed to pull together a programme of this scaler and standardHaving taken a good look at what is on offer, I genuinely feel honoured and privileged to be included

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Here is this year's programme for the Empowering Young People to Change the World online teacher conference series - a rich and varied programme of 25 FREE 90‑minute CPD sessions, running from 30 April through to July.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Please do take a moment to explore this years programme and sign up for one or more sessions using the link: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/BuxAWHJcHP

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

And it is not just all of these experts, leaders, practitioners and representatives, I am doing one too. It's called "We can do more than hope : Change in the face of challenge". It might even give you more than hope! And it will be on the 7th of May

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

There is genuinely something across the series for everyone and national and international experts, representation from various organisations and some great classroom practitioners and school leaders, addressing a range of themes and issues.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Please note that bookings are now open for this year’s Empowering Young People to Change the World online teacher conference series - a rich and varied programme of 24 FREE 90‑minute CPD sessions, running from 30 April through to July.

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realdavidc.bsky.social @realdavidc.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Mel is open, honest and brave and shares her own personal development in these notes and on the show, but, above all she gets stuff done which is what taking Action is all about. It's one for anyone interested in FE, culture change and courage.

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