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Exploring Boys' Education
by International Boys' Schools Coalition
The International Boys’ Schools Coalition champions boys’ education. Join us for this regular podcast that delves into and examines current issues affecting boys, teachers of boys and boys’ schools.
Episodes
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S8/Ep. 01 - Breathe, Move, Learn
Season eight of the Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast opens with a conversation on boys, focus, and the body. Laura Ambrogi (St. Christopher's School, United States) and Mugsy Quinn (St. Stithians Boys' Preparatory School, South Africa), winners of the 2026 IBSC Action Research Award, discuss the...
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S7/Ep. 09 - The Schools Boys Need
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education Podcast, educators, researchers, and school leaders from around the world reflect on what boys actually need from the institutions that shape them. Across season 7, three themes emerge from the conversations: the environments schools create…
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S7/Ep. 08 - Boys, Connection, and a Changing World
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education Podcast, Bruce Collins revisits a year of IBSC online programming, pulling together the ideas that ran through session after session. Three themes emerge from the year: connection as the foundation of boys' development, the digital world boys...
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S7/Ep.07 - Boys’ and Girls’ Schools Working Together
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education Podcast, Anna-Louise Simpson, head of Wadhurst at Melbourne Grammar School (Australia), and Kerry Oldman, middle school executive director and acting deputy principal at Melbourne Girls' Grammar School, discuss what genuine, sustained coed...
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S7/Ep.06 - Behind The Mask
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education Podcast, writer and Towson University lecturer Andrew Reiner discusses the "1.0 script" of masculinity and what genuine resilience looks like for boys today. Drawing on his extensive research and interviews with students globally, Reiner...
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S7/Ep.05 - Redefining High Performance in Boys’ School Sport
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education Podcast, Chris Ekron challenges the win-at-all-costs culture that still dominates many boys' school sports programs. The Playbook Ed cofounder and former head of sports performance at Bishops Diocesan College (South Africa) draws on his PhD...
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S7/Ep.04 - Boys and the Deepfake Landscape
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, Pathos Consulting Group President Evan Harris details the complex and rapidly evolving world of deepfakes. An expert on emerging AI risks in schools, Harris moves beyond the headlines of digital abuse to reveal how the realm of...
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S7/Ep.03 - The Boy-Friendly School
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, join Headmaster Chris Post and the leadership team from the Boys' Latin School of Maryland (United States) as they discuss their approach to creating a boy-friendly school. Sparked by the insights of social psychologist Jonathan…
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S7/Ep.02 - An Actionable Blueprint for Boys' Well-Being
In this episode of IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, explore the landmark IBSC Global Research Report, Building Agency Among Classroom and Co-Curricular Teachers to Support Boys’ Well-Being. Hear directly from University of New South Wales Professor Andrew Martin who illuminates findings…
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S7/Ep.01 - Boys, Green Spaces, and Wellbeing
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, hear from the 2025 IBSC Action Research Award winner Melinda Bargwanna about her inspiring project at Trinity Grammar School (Australia). For her winning project, she guided junior school boys as they designed and built a biodiversity...
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S6/Ep.10 - 2025 IBSC Highlight Reel
In this special episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, tune in to a curated collection of the most important insights generated throughout a year of professional development programs and conversations with leading educators and experts. The world changing at such a rapid pace…
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S6/Ep.09 - Boys, Breath, and Balance
In this episode of IBSC Exploring Boys Education Podcast, explore student well-being with Tracy Mackenzie from St. Andrew's College, South Africa. Mackenzie shares her school's wellness program, built on fostering boys' safety, long-term well-being habits, and crucial self-awareness. Discover how...
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S6/Ep.08 - Boys in a Digital Storm
In this episode of IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, join the urgent conversation surrounding boys in the digital age, sparked by the impactful Netflix series Adolescence. Head of School John Botti from The Browning School (United States) offers insights on navigating this complex…
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S6/Ep.07 - Rolling the Dice: Boys and Online Gambling
In this episode of IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, delve into the growing concern about online gambling and sports betting in the education of boys. Saul Malek shares his personal experience and insights into the prevalence of online gambling and its impact on boys. He discusses the…
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S6/Ep.06 - Is Tech Hijacking Boys' Brains?
In this episode of IBSC Exploring Boys' Education, journey to the fascinating intersection of technology and boys' brain development with Kathryn Berkett from Engage Training in New Zealand. Using firsthand experience and valuable insights, Berkett illuminates the challenges and potential...
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S6/Ep.05 - Values, Character, and the Manosphere
In this episode of IBSC Exploring Boys' Education, investigate the complex world of the “manosphere” and its potential influence on young men. Tanya Zalar and Philip Gaydon from St. Paul's School (United Kingdom) share insights on cultivating strong character in boys through a values-based…
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S6/Ep.04 (Part One) - The Teacher-Boy Connection
In this two-part episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, explore the crucial role the relationship between teacher and student plays in boys' education. Hosts of the IBSC Special Interest Group on Relational Learning Peter Coutis from Hale School (Australia) and Sandra Boyes from...
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S6/Ep.04 (Part Two) - The Teacher-Boy Connection
In this two-part episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, explore the crucial role the relationship between teacher and student plays in boys' education. Hosts of the IBSC Special Interest Group on Relational Learning Peter Coutis from Hale School (Australia) and Sandra Boyes from...
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S6/Ep.03 - Designing Learning for Younger Boys
In the latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast, journey to St. John's Educational Trust in Zimbabwe to explore the world of child-centered education for young boys. Janine Harvey, head of the St. John's Early Childhood Development Centre, shares insights on creating a vibrant...
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S6/Ep.02 - Getting Boys Back to Books
The latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast highlights the work of the IBSC Special Interest Group on Libraries—Reading Culture. Since May 2023, two dozen colleagues from IBSC member schools across continents have focused on discovering different ways boys’ schools can…
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S6/Ep.01 - Balanced Boys (Bonus Segment)
This special bonus segment showcases additional highlights from the 2023-2024 IBSC Action Research projects, featuring inspiring educators who delve deeper into the promotion of healthy masculinity. Carla Boniolo of Westlake Boys High School (New Zealand), Huw Blood of The Shore School…
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S6/Ep.01 - Balanced Boys
In the latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education podcast, Laura Sabo, Luke Rawle, and Erna Goodier explore promoting healthy masculinity beyond the classroom. Sabo of St. Christopher's School (United States) and Rawle of Toowoomba Grammar School (Australia) offer highlights from the...
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S5/Ep.08 - Why AI?
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education podcast, join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Author and HP Education Ambassador for Australasia Brett Salakas shares his insights on the purpose of schools, the unique skills...
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S5/Ep.07 - Boys, Sport, and a Greater Purpose
Explore the transformative power of sports in shaping boys' lives. In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education podcast, Chester Koyana of Sport for Lives, Chris Kingsley of Hilton College (South Africa), and Chris Oldnall of Pretoria Boys’ High School (South Africa) offer insight into…
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S5/Ep.06 - Educating Boys to Become the Men the World Needs
Discover how Susan Hassall, outgoing headmaster of Hamilton Boys' High School (New Zealand), has worked to create an environment where boys can thrive and grow into the men the world needs. In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education podcast, she shares her philosophy of...
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S5/Ep.05 (BONUS) - Supporting the Well-Being of Boys in Boarding
This bonus segment of Season 5, Episode 5, explores the unique challenges and opportunities of fostering well-being in boys' boarding environments. In this segment Bott and Robinson emphasize the need to use every moment of residential life to build relationships and encourage healthy norms. IBSC...
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S5/Ep.05 - Every Lesson is a Well-Being Lesson
In this episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education podcast, unpack the critical role of well-being in boys' education as David Bott and Justin Robinson from The Wellbeing Distillery share actionable strategies for educators to create supportive, honest, safe, brave, and relational school...
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S5/Ep.04 - Supporting Indigenous Students in Boys' Schools
In the latest IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education podcast episode, Laura Sabo and Justine Kolliou delve into fostering inclusivity and understanding in boys' education. As lower school librarian and academic research coordinator at St. Christopher's School (United States), Sabo discusses her role in...
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S5/Ep.03 - Behavior Management in Boys' Schools
In the latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education podcast, Mark Dowley from Brighton Grammar School (Australia) shares his expertise on managing classroom attention and behavior in boys' schools. He discusses strategies for engaging energetic or distracted boys, effective ways to handle...
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S5/Ep.02 - Boys and Books
In the latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education podcast, Gabrielle Mace of St. Augustine’s College (Australia) and Pooja Mathur of The King’s School (Australia) discuss the reasons why boys may feel reluctant to read, including societal factors at play. Discover the cognitive and...
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S5/Ep.01 (Part Two) - Nurturing Boys' Mental and Physical Wellbeing
Season 5 kicks off with a special two-part episode featuring Matt Englar-Carlson, a professor at California State University at Fullerton and the director of the Center for Boys and Men. Delve into the heart of boys' education, as Englar-Carlson debunks myths about boys’ mental health and...
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S5/Ep.01 (Part One) - Nurturing Boys' Mental and Physical Wellbeing
Season 5 kicks off with a special two-part episode featuring Matt Englar-Carlson, a professor at California State University at Fullerton and the director of the Center for Boys and Men. Delve into the heart of boys' education, as Englar-Carlson debunks myths about boys’ mental health and...
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S4/Ep.10 - Kia Moemoeā: Dream Beyond Limits
In this special season finale, we celebrate the incredible week we spent together in Auckland at the 2023 IBSC Annual Conference hosted by Westlake Boys High School (New Zealand). Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. We look forward to bringing you more valuable information to…
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S4/Ep.09 - Boys' Schools in Spain: Navigating Change
Explore the evolving landscape of boys' education in Spain with Miguel Dionis, secretary general and head of high school at Viaró Global School (Spain) who serves as an IBSC trustee. In this crucial discussion he unpacks the shifts in all-boys education in Spain, his school's advocacy for...
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S4/Ep.08 - Educating Boys for the Future
Unpack the future of boys' education with IBSC Executive Director Tom Batty as he illuminates how best to equip boys for the opportunities and responsibilities of the 21st century. In this crucial conversation, explore the meaning and benefits of a broad liberal education and consider upcoming...
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S4/Ep.07 - The Intersection of Race and Gender in Boys' Schools
Delve into the intersection of race and gender in boys' schools with Ramón Javier, head of school at George Jackson Academy (United States), who shares insights on how schools can address the crucial aspects of diversity, inclusion, and equity. The discussion covers the unique challenges and...
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S4/Ep.06 - Supporting Gender Diverse Students in Boys’ Schools
Hear sociologist and anti-violence advocate Ethan Levine (he/him) discuss supporting gender-diverse students in boys' schools. He shares his motivation for advocacy, highlights the importance of this work for all students, and addresses common misconceptions. Levine provides best practices for...
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S4/Ep.05 - Helping Boys Discover What Being a Guy Means to Them
Hear professor, author, and licensed clinical psychologist Christopher Reigeluth highlight the importance of having conversations about masculinity in current times. He unpacks the “guy code” and offers advice for educators and leaders in boys’ schools to help boys engage with society’s gender...
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S4/Ep.04 - Exploring the Best of 2022
Catch up on 2022 with the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast. Reflect on highlights from the year, including excerpts from IBSC programs and podcast episodes. Celebrate our IBSC community as we wrap up an exciting year and look forward to 2023. Keep an eye out for more upcoming events and...
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S4/Ep.03 - Boys and the Arts
Hear from Shannon Frigyik and Thembekile Maseko from St. John’s College Preparatory School (South Africa) and Mark Stenhouse from St. Alban’s College (South Africa) as they reflect on the role of the arts in the lives of boys. Delve into the positive impact music and drama have on younger boys…
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S4/Ep.02 - Preparing Boys for the Future
Join Charles Bailey and Hannah Fox from Harrow School (United Kingdom) as they chart the development of a curriculum that prepares boys for a life of service, learning, leadership, and fulfilment. Following a recent no-assumptions curriculum review, 2021-22 marked the first year of Harrow's...
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S4/Ep.01 - Boys, Technology, and Empathy
Join Kori Brown from The Haverford School (United States), Polly Higgins from King Edward’s School (United Kingdom), and Laura Sabo from St. Christopher’s School (United States) as they discuss Brown’s IBSC Action Research project that explores using digital “selfless portraits” to foster…
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S3/Ep.11 - Together Again
In the latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys' Education podcast, we celebrate gathering together at the 2022 IBSC Annual Conference hosted by St. Mark’s School of Texas (United States) in June. Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. We look forward to bringing you more valuable...
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S3/Ep.10 - Season 3 Highlight Reel
Catch up on the third season of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education Podcast with highlights of our most popular episodes this year. Hear something that can help you right now? Want to dive deeper? Listen to the full episode for more insight and expert advice. Thank you for your continued support…
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S3/Ep.09 - Sustaining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work in Boys’ Schools
Hear from diversity and inclusion strategist Derrick Gay as he addresses the challenges schools may face in developing sustainable diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. He speaks about the hurdles and opportunities presented by schools’ efforts and reflects on the resistance some…
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S3/Ep.08 - Boys' Schools Understand and Celebrate Boys
Join Tom Batty, principal of Scotch College (Australia), Byron Hulsey, headmaster of Woodberry Forest School (United States), and Tony Reeler, principal of Bishops Diocesan College (South Africa), as they reflect on the new IBSC brochure Boys' Schools Understand and Celebrate Boys. IBSC Exploring...
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S3/Ep.07 - Helping Boys Embrace Healthy Masculinity Part 1
Listen to this two-part episode focused on the importance of helping boys embrace healthy masculinity. In part one, gain insight from Gordon Braxton, author, activist, and educator on sexual violence. In part two, get ideas from Craig Wilkinson, founder and CEO of Father a Nation in South Africa....
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S3/Ep.07 - Helping Boys Embrace Healthy Masculinity Part 2
Listen to this two-part episode focused on the importance of helping boys embrace healthy masculinity. In part two, get ideas from Craig Wilkinson, founder and CEO of Father a Nation in South Africa. In part one, gain insight from Gordon Braxton, author, activist, and educator on sexual violence....
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S3/Ep.06 - Enhancing Boys’ Well-Being: An Exploring Boys' Schools Feature
Hear from Upper Canada College (Canada) Dean of Student Life and Well-Being Scott Cowie and Coordinator of Student Well-Being Programs Laurie Fraser about their approach to enhancing boys’ well-being. Cowie and Fraser highlight the strategy, framework, and intent that underpin the school’s...
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S3/Ep.05 - What Every Boy Should Know About Consent
Find out why it is essential for boys’ schools to educate students about consent and how we can help boys understand the qualities of respectful, healthy relationships. Student safety and healthy relationships expert Katie Koestner focuses on the characteristics of affirmative and enthusiastic...
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The International Boys’ Schools Coalition champions boys’ education. Join us for this regular podcast that delves into and examines current issues affecting boys, teachers of boys and boys’ schools.
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