Joshua McGovernJoshua McGovern has been working with Teacher Toolkit since March 2018. He is responsible for our Soundcloud and iTunes channels and is the production manager for podcasts. He has a degree in Music Production and is a graduate of Leeds Beckett University. Aside from working… Read more about Joshua McGovernWhy are some people so scared of learning or doing maths?Our 64th interview is with Bobby Seagull, a maths teacher, doctoral student, author and University Challenge contestant.In this podcast, listen to Bobby and Teacher Toolkit founder, Ross McGill discuss:Where the surname ‘Seagull’ comes fromBobby’s education storyHow a financial trader becomes a teacherWhat it’s like to take part in University ChallengeWork-life balance and workload tips for maths teachersThe Life-Changing Magic of Numbers and why you should read itListen carefully to find out how you can win a copy of Bobby’s bookHow Bobby approached starting his doctoral researchWhat’s he doing in the classroomHow Bobby works as a teacher and media influencerHow we can shape people’s perceptions of mathsFinally, we discover what job Bobby would have started if he didn’t become a teacher.Listen to the podcast (21 minutes) https://www.teachertoolkit.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Podcast-64.-Bobby-Seagul.mp3Remember, our podcast is available on iTunes!You can follow Bobby on Twitter or Instagram for inspiring ideas from the world of maths!Image credit: West Ham United and BTRelated
