Redefining Education: Emma Rogers on Global Learning and Equality

An episode of the Balanced Ambition podcast, hosted by Matt Southam, titled "Redefining Education: Emma Rogers on Global Learning and Equality" was published on April 10, 2024 and runs 45 minutes.

April 10, 2024 ·45m · Balanced Ambition

0:00 / 0:00

Summary

Join Matt Southam as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Emma Rogers, co-founder of an innovative edtech company dedicated to revolutionising the way children worldwide learn English. Emma shares her ambitious vision to transform the education system, emphasising the development of skills like language and critical thinking over outdated knowledge. She addresses the challenges of educational inequality and the potential for technology to offer solutions. Emma and Matt explore the difficulties of changing long-established education systems, the rise of homeschooling, hybrid learning models, and the critical role of supporting teachers through these transitions. They delve into the systemic barriers that perpetuate inequality in education and discuss how Emma's platform aims to make learning English accessible and engaging through technology. Discover Emma's journey from children's publishing to tech entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced in a male-dominated industry, and her insights on work-life balance, community building, and the importance of networking for personal and professional growth. Emma also shares her experiences with language learning and communication, underscoring the importance of enjoying the entrepreneurial journey and setting boundaries to prevent burnout.

Episode Description

Join Matt Southam as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Emma Rogers, co-founder of an innovative edtech company dedicated to revolutionising the way children worldwide learn English. Emma shares her ambitious vision to transform the education system, emphasising the development of skills like language and critical thinking over outdated knowledge. She addresses the challenges of educational inequality and the potential for technology to offer solutions.

Emma and Matt explore the difficulties of changing long-established education systems, the rise of homeschooling, hybrid learning models, and the critical role of supporting teachers through these transitions. They delve into the systemic barriers that perpetuate inequality in education and discuss how Emma's platform aims to make learning English accessible and engaging through technology.

Discover Emma's journey from children's publishing to tech entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced in a male-dominated industry, and her insights on work-life balance, community building, and the importance of networking for personal and professional growth. Emma also shares her experiences with language learning and communication, underscoring the importance of enjoying the entrepreneurial journey and setting boundaries to prevent burnout.

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

Letting Go and Making Space for What’s Meant for You

Dec 17, 2025 ·10m

Becoming the Person Who Attracts Their Dreams

Dec 3, 2025 ·9m

The Invisible Build-Up: Why You Need Energy Hygiene for Success

Nov 26, 2025 ·9m

Shaping Your Inner Dialogue for a Brighter Future

Nov 19, 2025 ·9m

Stop Juggling Flaming Torches: How to Shift Your Nervous System from Survival to Thriving

Nov 12, 2025 ·9m

The Relaunch: Merging Soul with Success

Nov 12, 2025 ·7m

Similar Podcasts

Parents in Tech Looi Qin En You are a loving parent and a ambitious technology leader. How do you manage it all?Join me as I go in-depth with parents who are technology leaders, founders and investors about what it really takes to balance career ambitions with family aspirations. My name is Qin En, your host. When I started my first company at the age of 20, I struggled with over-work. I believed that my 20s and 30s should be a relentless pursuit of career achievement. Family & parenting can wait. A few years later, I met my wife, Gladys. She helped me discover a new happiness - one from a balanced life and engaged family. When we welcomed our daughter, Gabrielle, that happiness amplified. So did stress, disagreements and challenges.I know I am not alone. Parents in Tech is where we share stories and lessons about parenting, entrepreneurship and technology. Each and every one of you is welcome.Season 1 spotlights mums in tech, followed by dads in Season 2. We also partner up with like-minded organizatio Soul & Success Hina Solanki The Soul & Success Podcast with Hina Solanki MBESuccess isn’t just about what you achieve — it’s about how aligned it feels with who you truly are.Join Hina Solanki MBE — entrepreneur, award-winning businesswoman, and single mother — as she sits down with global leaders, experts, and inspiring voices to explore the connection between wellbeing, mindset, energy, and personal empowerment.Each episode blends powerful conversations with practical strategies you can apply straight away, helping you balance ambition with inner peace and create a life that feels both successful and soulful. You’ll also hear intimate solo episodes where Hina shares her own journey through burnout, self-doubt, faith, and transformation.If you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or simply someone ready to feel more clarity, confidence, and connection in your life, this is your space to grow. Ambitious and Fit Michelle Stallings Welcome to the Ambitious and Fit Podcast – the ultimate destination for high-achieving women who are ready to transform their bodies, minds, and lives with purpose and precision. Hosted by Michelle Stallings, a Certified Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset Coach, this show is your go-to resource for elevating your health, fitness, and mindset to match your highest ambitions.Each episode delivers real, actionable insights backed by years of experience and expertise, empowering you to break free from burnout, reclaim your vitality, and thrive in every area of your life. Whether you’re navigating the balance of ambition and wellness or stepping into your next level of personal growth, Michelle’s guidance will help you take inspired action, without sacrificing the success you’ve worked so hard to build.If you’re ready to become the best version of yourself – physically, mentally, and emotionally – join Michelle and her guests each week for t Life Beyond The Hustle Priyanka Juneja Welcome to Life Beyond the Hustle, the anti-hustle culture podcast where we believe our identity exists beyond what we do for a living.Each episode, your host, Priyanka, delivers actionable advice and inspirational stories designed to help you build a life you're absolutely obsessed with. Through solo episodes and interviews with incredible guests, we explore personal development techniques and mindset shifts aimed at crafting a fulfilling life outside of your work. Life Beyond the Hustle encourages you to embrace the anti-hustle culture and discover a supportive community of like-minded listeners.Whether you're seeking to balance your ambitions with other passions, or simply need a reminder to enjoy the world beyond your office, this podcast is your guide to a more joyful and fulfilling life.Tune in every week and join our community. Ready to work to live and not live to work?

URL copied to clipboard!