Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Is it possible to review a favourite book in 2 minutes - and give tips on teaching in 4 minutes? Absolutely! Join me, for laughs and learning as we sail the ocean of great books and wander the many worlds of teaching.
Is it possible to review a favourite book in 2 minutes - and give tips on teaching in 4 minutes? Absolutely! Join me, for laughs and learning as we sail the ocean of great books and wander the many worlds of teaching.
Episodes
Feb 14, 2025
Feb 14, 2025
7 min
This episode poses the question: Can professionals learn empathy - can empathy even be taught, and if so - how?
The episode delves into empathy in a professional context and how educators can make empathy an integral part of the skills being learned on a course for professionals.
May 3, 2024
May 3, 2024
10 min
Names, locations, genres, actors, and heroines! Do you know the answers to these 6 questions which are all based on the brilliantly written and eternally compelling novels of Jane Austen. Interested in my articles about communication and learning? Here is my new blog at www.novelglimpse.com
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
3 min
One of my absolute favourite authors, CJ Sansom, recently passed away after a long illness. In commemoration of his talent and successful literary career, I am uploading an earlier podcast on one of his works.
CJ Sansom's literary depiction of the unsettled times that followed Henry VIII's break with Rome in 1534, is a brilliant, brooding, and surprising work. Tudor England springs to life as we follow the fleeting triumphs and devastating losses of those unwittingly caught up in the DISSOLUTION of the English monasteries. The main character, lawyer and investigator, Matthew Shardlake, is one such person - and he is a protagonist, you will remember long after you have turned the last pages!
Apr 18, 2024
Apr 18, 2024
9 min
Back again after a longer break!
A restless 4th son of a vicar stumbles across a dying man, whose last words are a question which sets of a series of thrilling adventures - and a deadly game of cat and mouse.
Interested in ancient, medieval, and early modern history? Consider listening to my other podcast as well: Restless Times in History
Dec 27, 2023
Dec 27, 2023
7 min
6 questions taken from 6 well known crime and mystery novels, which have all been adapted to tv
-Famous motives
- Famous locations
- Famous names from mystery and crime
Questions and answers in one podcast.
Dec 13, 2023
Dec 13, 2023
7 min
6 questions about 6 classical books
-Famous characters
- Famous locations
- Famous lines from well known books
Questions and answers in one podcast.
Nov 28, 2023
Nov 28, 2023
5 min
A re-uploaded review with improved sound - talking and gushing about this compelling tale of love found, love given, and lives lost during the French Revolution.
Nov 15, 2023
Love to read: Perfume by Patrick Süskind
Nov 15, 2023
Nov 15, 2023
8 min
A disturbingly brilliant story of obsession and the pursuit of the elusive.
Interested in history?
Consider listening to my other podcast as well: Restless Times in History
Oct 31, 2023
Oct 31, 2023
13 min
What questions should concern the 21st century educator, as AI increases its presence in the learning environment? What is the future for educators in an AI world?
Interested in history?
Consider listening to my other podcast as well: Restless Times in History
Oct 17, 2023
Oct 17, 2023
16 min
What is or should be the purpose of AI within the world of learning? And what is the role of the 21st century educator, as AI increases its presence in the learning environment?
For comments or feedback:literaturelaughterandlearning@gmail.com
Interested in history? Consider listening to my other podcast as well:
Restless Times in History

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