Dipod - The Driving Instructors Podcast
by Peter King
Being a driving instructor can be lonely business in so far as feedback and ideas are concerned. The Driving Instructors Podcast (DIPOD) is where UK driving instructors can come to find out more about their industry, with news, views, commentary and guests.We are always looking for your feedback too, so remember to -email us: [email protected]
Episodes
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Show 266 - Safe Guarding
Show recorded on 30/10/26 78 minutes In which we are once again joined by ex-examiner Ali Saddique and we discuss the importance of safe guarding and tightening of the rules and responsibilities with respect to ADIs. Ali's Background Backlog Code Of Practice Time Management Concious Bias Barriors...
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Show 265 - New Code Of Practice
Show recorded on 2/10/26 53 minutes In which we look at the updated Code Of Practice for ADIs and discuss the training that ADIs go through to become an instructor. Training Of ADIs Pink Licence Testing ADIs Too Much Info Updated COP Pink Licence Debate Links Updated Code Of Practice DVSA Blog
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Show 264 - National Standards Part One
Show recorded on 19/8/26 released 10/9/26 37 minutes In which we start studying the National Standards for Driver and Rider training. NI Restriction Speeding Stats Cruise Control National Standards For Driver Training 6 Unit 3 Speed Limit Performance Standards Hand Signs Evidence Based Manageable...
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Show 263 - Introducing National Standards
Show recorded on 19/8/26 55 minutes In which we find out what some people do for 'likes' and we start our series taking a closer look at the National Standards for Driver and Rider training. Lesson Length Head On For Likes Cruise Control Communicating Crash Hats Elephants National Standards Intro...
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Show 263 - Introducing National Standards
Show recorded on 19/8/26 55 minutes In which we find out what some people do for 'likes' and we start our series taking a closer look at the National Standards for Driver and Rider training. Lesson Length Head On For Likes Cruise Control Communicating Crash Hats Elephants National Standards Intro...
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Show 262 - Reimbursements
Show recorded on 27/7/26 Released 10/8/26 58 minutes In which we read through some correspondence and find out how things are going with the booking service and getting reimbursements for tests cancelled by the DVSA. Correspondence Test Waiting Times Traffic Light Fun Six Service Wait Reporting...
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Show 261 - Ray Seagrave
Ray Seagrave Show recorded on 27/7/26 58 minutes In which we invite Ray Seagrave onto the show who is an ADI and also an Ordit registered Instructor Trainer. Ray Seagrave Links National Conference & Expo '26 - National Conference & Expo '26 Ray Seagrave's Books
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Show 260 - Defribulation
Show recorded on 17/6/26 released 2nd July 38 minutes In which we take a look at some new questions that have been added to the theory test. Defibrillators Heart Attack New Questions Links National Conference & Expo '26 - National Conference & Expo '26 Un-0fficial Booking Risks The ADINJC…
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Show 259 - Test Booking Rules
Show recorded on 17/6/26 74 minutes In which we talk with ADINJC president Lynne Barrie and take an early days look at how the change in the booking rules is going, and we look at how the training of PDIs is progressing. ADINJC Activities Hot Water Changes Booking Tests Legal Sites Listening Ear...
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Show 258 - Minimum Learning Period
Show recorded on 8/5/26 77 minutes In which we go through another set of consultation questions and discuss the need for a minimum learning period for learner drivers. Further mandatory requirements What age Time period Theory test certificate extension Minimum number of hours Mandatory logbook...
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Show 257 - Slingshot
Show recorded on 31/3/26 - released 09/4/26 40 minutes In which we discuss the rights and wrongs of 'slingshotting' a roundabout and dealing with various busy junctions. Slingshot Motorway Driving Impatience Busy Junctions One Way Street Petrol Links Dates Of Changes To Booking Tests CPD Notes…
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Show 256 - Ready For Test
Show recorded on 31/3/26 53 minutes In which we go through some correspondence bringing up concerns about the recent consultation and we run through the dates of the upcoming changes to booking driving tests. Balloni Consultation Concerns Ready For Test Essex Figures Dates Links Dates Of Changes…
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Show 255 - Training ADIs
Show recorded on 16/2/26 released 5/3/26 53 minutes In which with our guest Graham Feest we discuss how ADIs could be better trained in a more in-depth way. Pre Learning Extra Knowledge Delivery Aggressive Driving Psychology Training ADIs Mental Health Extra Knowledge Reprise Working In Schools...
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Show 254 - Road Safety Strategy
Show recorded on 16/2/26 released 21/2/26 85 minutes In which we return welcome Graham Feest back into the studio to look though the recent 'Road Safety Strategy' report. KSI Aims Investigations Minimum Learning Period Record Cards Lesson Prices Passengers Vehicles Enforcement Headlights...
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Show 253 - Controlled Stops
Show recorded on 21/1/26 40 minutes In which we return to our 'How Do You Teach That' features and we look at Controlled/Emergency Stops. Introducing Controlled Stops Why Do It When Do It ABS Reaction Times Under Control After Stop Progressive Breaking Mirrors and Observation CPD Notes You can...
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Show 252 - Road Safety Publication
Show recorded on 21/1/26 75 minutes We welcome Elliott back and look through the DVSA's Road Safety Publication Post Crash Research Sink Holes Minimum Learning Period Consultations Cruise Control Cognitive Testing Notifying DVLA Road Safety Strategy Victim Code Links ADINJC Response to National...
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Show 251 - Working Smart
Show recorded on 22/12/25 - released 5th Jan' 2026 39 minutes We continue our chat with Jason Reed and enter a very interesting discussion about how we run and present our driving schools. Presentation Working Hours Dress Code Quality Pupils Piggy Backing Independent Driving Links ADINJC Response...
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Show 250 - Musical Chairs
Show recorded on 22/12/25 67 minutes Whilst Elliot is not able to join us, we are joined in the studio by regular contributor and local instructor Jason Reed. DVSA Chief Executive Booking Tests NASP Report DVSA Profits Test Costs NASP and the NAO Links ADINJC Response to National Audit Office...
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Show 249 - Take Two
Show recorded on 10/11/25 32 minutes In our second session we kick back and talk loosely about some instructor issues and whatever else comes to mind!! Happy Christmas! Ouch Crashes, Coaching and Waffle Kids Roundabouts Links Child Care Petition CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then…
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Show 248 - Child Care Petition
Show recorded on 10/11/25 47 minutes In which, we are joined over Zoom by Kathy Higgins Introductions Part 3 Bookings Government Petition Correspondence Podcasts Public Announcement Drink Drive Stats Quentin Wilson Passes Links Child Care Petition CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then...
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Show 247 - Continual Professional Development
Show 247 Continual Professional Development Show recorded on 8/9/25 - released 25/9/25 40 minutes In which, we look at recommendations for Continual Professional Development. Links Building A Better Driving Test Booking Syste, CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own...
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Show 247 - Continual Professional Development
Show 247 Continual Professional Development Show recorded on 8/9/25 - released 25/9/25 40 minutes In which, we look at recommendations for Continual Professional Development. Links Building A Better Driving Test Booking Syste, CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own...
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Show 246 - Computer Update
Show recorded on 8/9/25 - released 11/9/25 53 minutes In which, we read through some correspondence and we look at the progress of the DVSA in updating the booking system. Links Building A Better Driving Test Booking Syste, CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes,...
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Show 246 - Computer Update
Show recorded on 8/9/25 - released 11/9/25 53 minutes In which, we read through some correspondence and we look at the progress of the DVSA in updating the booking system. Links Building A Better Driving Test Booking Syste, CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes,...
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Show 245 - Junction Rant
Show recorded on 30/7/25 - released 17/8/25 60 minutes In which, we read through some DVSA correspondence and Nick has a rant about teaching left junction emerge! Test Provided Lorry & Bus Tests Police Pursuit A Small Percentage Miss-use of Accounts Phishing Email T Junctions Junction Rant Links...
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Show 244 - Consultation Correspondence
Show 244 Consultation Correspondence Show recorded on 30/7/25 88 minutes In which, we read through our correspondence with thoughts and suggestions regarding the recent consultation regarding the proposed changes to the booking of driving tests. Links Consultation Document Reporting of scam…
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Show 243 - Booking Survey
Show recorded on 30/5/25 - Released 6th May 62 minutes In which, after some initial silliness, we fill in the survey conducted by the DVSA on the proposals to change the rules in booking the car driving test. Pupils only book test Pupils and ADIs can book, only pupil to change Moving test date or...
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Show 242 - Booking Rules
Show recorded on 30/5/25 - Released 12th May 70 minutes In which we look through the consultation document from the DVSA regarding the proposed booking rules for booking the driving test. In the next show we go through the questionnaire and pull it apart in detail. Intro and background How it...
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Show 241 - The IMTD
Show recorded on 25/4/25 - Released 12th May 77 minutes In this show we continue with our special guest Graham Feest, president of the IMTD. In which we talk about road safety and the Institute of Master Tutors of Driving. DVLA Training Changes Rural Roads Test Centres Emergency Stop Independent...
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Show 240 - Reading The Road
Show recorded on 25/4/25 57 minutes In this show we have our special guest Graham Feest in the studio, who is a road safety expert and president of the IMTD (Institute of Master Tutors of Driving) Speed Workshop Speed Limits Safe System Approach Reading The Road New Instructors Learning To Drive...
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Show 239 - Cancelling Time
Show recorded on 28/3/25 68 minutes In this show we read through a couple of letters and catch up on waiting times and the new test cancellation rules. Part 2 or Part 3 Waiting Times 150 Test Bookings Safe To Drive Cancellation Notification Aggressive Candidates ADINJC Expo Links…
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Show 238 - Sitting In
Show recorded on 21/2/25 - Released March 11th 42 minutes In this show we mull over the advantages of sitting in on a driving test and factors that affect our pupils in the car. Sitting In On Test Stopping For Pedestrians Signing Log Book Hands On Ready To Pass Factors That Affect Pupils Smart...
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Show 237 - Disabled Driving
Show recorded on 21/2/25 73 minutes In this show we are joined by Michael Gambin who specialises in teaching those with disabilities to drive. We go through the pro's and con's of getting involved with this kind of work. Links Disability Driving Instructors Motorbility Herts Ability Driving...
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Show 236 - 7 Point Plan
Show recorded on 22/1/25 80 minutes In this show we look at some more correspondence' and we examine the DVSA's seven point plan to get on top of the test waiting times. Links DVSA's Seven Point Plan CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own notes, then use it towards…
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Show 235 - Short Wait Re-Test
Show recorded on 29/11/24 53 minutes In this show we look through a number of correspondence' and answer questions on bike lanes, examiner discretion, ADI training woes. We also look at a very interesting idea to help relieve the problems of the the long wait times for driving tests. Bike Lane...
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Show 234 - Even Better Driving
Show recorded on 29/11/24 76 minutes In this show we talk to Dr Lisa Dorn about the third edition of her book which is published by the DVSA called 'Better Driving' Brain Change Vehicle Autonomy Selfish Drivers Impatience Stress Safe System Approach Junction Analysis Autonomous Future New Book...
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Show 233 - Error 15
Show 233 Error 15 Show recorded on 16/10/24 57 minutes In this show we discuss Graduated Driving Licenses, get to grips with Error 15 and find out where we stand with Speed Limiters on cars. Number Plates 15 Yrs Old Error 15 Elderly Tests (GDL) Graduated Driving License Australian UHPV Test...
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Show 232 - Harvest Moon
Show 232 Harvest Moon Show recorded on 18/9/24 51 minutes In this show amongst other things we take a look at how an ADI should go about coaching the Park On the Right exercise. Harvest Moon Manoeuvres Moving Over Reference Point Safe Place Reversing Questions Stop or Not Observations Government...
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Show 231 - Sleeping On The Job
Show 231 Sleeping On The Job Show recorded on 18/9/24 43 minutes In this show we cover some correspondence and look forward to the National Conference and Expo for 2024. Sleeping On The Job Working Overtime Test Charges Lauren's Response Special Needs Rant Realised Fake Tests National Conference...
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Show 230 - Test Booking Rant
Show recorded on 16/8/24 54 minutes In this show we get carried away ranting about the driving test booking situation! Car Music Risk of Apps App Info Data Usage Savvy Action Fraud Data Safe Stolen Identity Government Problems CPD Notes You can download the CPD notes and then and add your own...
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Show 229 - Lauren's Letter
Show recorded on 16/8/24 51 minutes In this show we work our way through a thought provoking letter regarding driving instructor attitudes and work practices! Flowers and Donkeys Lauren's Letter Testing Instructors Phone Use International License Police Stop Timing Lessons Deaf Lessons CPD Notes...
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Show 228 - Trackers
Show recorded on 12/7/24 - released 31/7/24 38 minutes In this show we take a look at the use of dash-cams, talk about the independent drive and look back at the good old days. Tracker Independent Drive Lost On Test Police and Dash-cam Insurance and Trackers Reverse Cameras Learning Timescale...
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Show 227 - Test Scandals
Show recorded on 12/7/24 84 minutes In this show we take a look at the state of the driving test booking system and read through some articles on the subject. Waiting Times Phone Lines Sport Car Design Sue's Article DVSA At Fault Multiple Retakes Test Fails Over A Barrel
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Show 226 - The Test
Show recorded on 11/6/24 - released 3/7/24 59 minutes In this show we still have ex-examiner Ali Saddique in the studio for the second recording of the day. We talk mainly over the driving test and preparing pupils and PDIs for their exams. Introductions Ordit Registration Riding On A Test Test...
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Show 225 - Standards Check Preparation
Show recorded on 11/6/24 59 minutes In this show we are joined by ex-examiner Ali Saddique where we go in depth into preparing for the Standards Check and the best approaches to take. Also an apology for potentially rude word in previous show! Introductions Standards Checks Part 3 Exams Teaching...
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Show 224 - ISAs
Show recorded on 3/5/24 - released 15th May 38 minutes In this show we find out in depth about ISAs (maybe not what you expect), cruise control, turbo roundabouts and Uber Lessons. Intelligent Speed Assist Getaway Drivers Fully Active Cruise Control Sat' Nav' Probs' Turbo Roundabouts Uber Lessons...
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Show 223 - Waiting Times
Show recorded on 3/5/24 62 minutes In this show we answer some correspondence regarding test waiting times and some alternative feelings regarding P-Plates. Test Waiting Times Booking Test Problems Limiting Test Swaps Fixing Problems P - Plates Following Distance Instructor Stories Links ADINJC...
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Show 222 - Ready To Pass
In this shorter than normal show we find out about the Ready To Pass Campaign, get an update on waiting times and hear about planned ADINJC gatherings in the form of the convention, the conference and the 10 minute take away sessions. Ready To Pass Capaign Ready To Pass Bundle Bad Habits Waiting...
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Show 221 - Hypnotherapy
Show 221 Hypnotherapy Show recorded on 10/4/24 83 minutes In which we are joined by Hypnotherapist and ADI Alison Edwards and talk of how we can help our students with their anxieties and nerves. Also we respond to some correspondence regarding motorway lessons and Dutch roundabouts.…
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Show 220 - Passless Problems
Show recorded on 24/1/24 52 minutes In which we continue our look at the common problems pupils have on their driving test. Moving Off Safely Poor Positioning Responce To Markings Double White Lines Links DVSA's top 10 faults made during the driving test webinar ADINJC Scottish Conference
About this show
Being a driving instructor can be lonely business in so far as feedback and ideas are concerned. The Driving Instructors Podcast (DIPOD) is where UK driving instructors can come to find out more about their industry, with news, views, commentary and guests.We are always looking for your feedback too, so remember to -email us: [email protected]
Hosted by
Peter King