Best Tuc Talks Podcasts (2025)

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An interview with Dave Pike, TUC Regional Secretary, Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber 19:32

13d ago19:32

19:32

Our podcast returns from an extended break, with an interview with the newly appointed TUC Regional Secretary for the Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber - Dave Pike. Jon Bryan (UCU Regional Support Official) asking the questions. Dave Pike appointed https://www.tuc.org.uk/news/dave-pike-appointed-new-regional-secretary-northeast-yorkshire-and-humber-t…

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Industrial Action in December 2022 - voices from the picket lines 27:43

2+ y ago27:43

27:43

In the last episode of our podcast for 2022, Jon Bryan (UCU Regional Support Official, Northern Region) visits a number of picket lines involving different trade unions, who are all in dispute with their employer.More details on the disputes that are mentioned in this episode can be found here:UNITE at Shelter: www.unitetheunion.org/news-events/new…

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Pay and Industrial Action in Further Education: Strikes and Pickets at Newcastle College; Balloting for Action at Darlington College 16:16

2+ y ago16:16

16:16

In this episode, we have put together some clips to inform listeners about the disputes in our region on pay in Further Education at Newcastle College and Darlington College.This episode contains an extract from a speech by Neil Stockton, Branch Chair at Darlington College. It also has extracts from an interview given by the Branch Secretary at New…

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Pay and Industrial Action in Further Education 28:35

2+ y ago28:35

28:35

In this episode, we cover current industrial action in further education, as well as a look back at previous disputes and what we can learn from them. UCU Regional Support Official, Jon Bryan, speaks to UCU representatives at Carlisle College (Matthew Cookson) and Emma Campbell from Newcastle College. They tells us about their current action, and w…

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Branch President of Durham University UCU, Sol Gamsu, talks about the last 12 months and the future. 39:20

3y ago39:20

39:20

In this in-depth interview, Sol Gamsu talks to Jon Bryan about the last 12 months of organising and action by UCU members and reps at Durham University. Sol explains how they have built on the good work of others, and outlines some of the ways that they have managed to keep members engaged through the prolonged industrial disputes that Higher Educa…

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Low Pay in the FE Sector and the dispute and Industrial Action Ballot at Furness College 15:25

3y ago15:25

15:25

In this episode, Jon Bryan speaks to Neil Stockton, the UCU Chair of the Northern Region for FE, about the scale and impact of low pay in Further Education. We then speak to the UCU Branch Secretary at Furness College about pay and what they are doing to challenge the below-inflation pay awards that they have been getting. Amanda Rotherham tells us…

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A local dispute about job roles and contracts at Northumbria University - March 2022. 8:06

3+ y ago8:06

8:06

In this episode, recorded on the picket lines (02/03/22), Jon Bryan talks to Joe Street about the national Four Fights campaign by UCU. Adam Hansen then explains why the Branch are balloting for action on local issues of concern.

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Industrial Action: Strike, Ballots, Action short of a strike 37:08

3+ y ago37:08

37:08

In this episode, we speak to trade union reps about industrial action. Speaking to us are Matt Perry from Newcastle University UCU on the Trade Union Act and why they are re-balloting; Laura Campbell from Durham University UCU about their ballot results and strike action; Andy Feeney from Northumbria University UCU talks about the issue of workload…

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October Round Up of News and Views 15:30

3+ y ago15:30

15:30

In this episode, there is a regional and national round up of news including: Menopause Awareness Month; the disputes in Higher Education; Tyne Coast College UCU Branch submit a Pay Plus Claim; FE Week produce a new podcast looking at further education and skills; UNISON research on the impact of online learning; Hackers hit the University of Sunde…

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A conversation with a UCU representative about how you can help a member who has transitioned. 16:56

3+ y ago16:56

16:56

In this episode, Jon Bryan talks to one of our union reps who has been assisting a member who has transitioned. The conversation looks at what needs to be done, and how you can help someone navigate the processes of change with your employer.

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September 2021: The start of a new academic year 14:47

4y ago14:47

14:47

In this episode, Jon Bryan updates us on recent news and commentary in post-16 education in the region and across the UK. Including: the row over pay in FE and the upcoming strikes; the new Northern TUC Regional Secretary; UCU motion on a three-day weekend at the TUC Congress; UCU workload survey at Newcastle University; and the end of Gavin Willia…

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APNE HOSPITAL KE KHARCHE BACHANE KA BEST TARIKA 33:25

4y ago33:25

33:25

Getting Insurance protection is everyone's responsibility for there respective family and Loved one's. Some may hate it but it's their responsibility and if you want to achieve that you need to learn and understand many concepts of Insurance and how you xan utilize your Insurance properly without making any Mistakes. We have Rajol Towari sir with u…

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Negotiating - simple steps for Trade Union Reps 20:22

4y ago20:22

20:22

In this episode, UCU's Joyce McAndrew talks about the steps that trade union reps need to take to when negotiating a policy. Also, Jon Bryan provides an update of industrial action ballots across England on pay in further education colleges.

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Can A SIGNATURE ANALYSIS Your Behaviour ? 44:43

4y ago44:43

44:43

What if I say, that your signature or your writing can Analysis what's going on your mind!?What if you can read someone else mind by just seeing their hand writing?That's really interesting right?If you are a parent or if you are a guardian, I am sure you want to understand your child psychology, in which state of mind he will be living in future? …

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THE WAY OF OLD-SCHOOL FITNESS. 35:51

4y ago35:51

35:51

Being in the style of Fitness is not the destination but it is the way of life and fitness is a kind of thing which is always seems impossible until it is done. Its very important to make our body sustainable in every situation, and if you want to make and grow your Body in a very sustainable manner, you should always take guidance from the expert,…

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WHY Indian Education System Is STILL BEHIND? 59:43

4y ago59:43

59:43

Knowledge is the combination of Information and Experience and this guest, (Prof Kalpesh Rathod) too has this rare commodity. Prof Kalpesh Rathod is a very calm person who has a great future plans with very good tactics Knowledge and if you wanna understand basic things and pro things about education system, you should definitely watch and listen O…

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The basics (and top tips!) for representing trade union members 37:00

4y ago37:00

37:00

Chris Robinson (Caseworker) and Jon Bryan (Regional Support Official) discuss how to represent UCU members, plus the latest round up of news.

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MOTIVATION हो तो ऐसा 48:10

4y ago48:10

48:10

The Key to Success is to Focus on Goals, not Obstacles. Exact opposite your mind behaves, you try to focus it on Success or any good thing, but it will try you to make your eyes on obstacles. You simply needs motivation on this point of time because success is always made by motivational personality. You need Internal Motivation to change yourself …

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8 SECRETS OF HAPPINESS 9:05

4y ago9:05

9:05

Everyone is searching for happiness in life. And all the mind master's says that Happiness and Sorrow are temporary and they doesn't stays in a long term, but what if I say that their can be a PERMANENT HAPPINESS AND PEACEFULNESS in Life. Lord Krishna, Gautama Buddha, and many other master minds explains some of the best rules that can fill our lif…

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HACK YOUR HEALTH 29:44

4y ago29:44

29:44

The most unreal Fear of this world is Death. If someone is dying in the hospital, one person is always there trying his best to give him a life back chance at any cost. In this harsh time of Covid-19, doctors are standing on the post as a super natural person, just like any superhero who saves life and just like any other superhero, doctors too are…

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WORKING FROM HOME. What advice should the union give to members and Reps? 28:48

4y ago28:48

28:48

In this episode, Jon Bryan speaks to Fiona McGarry, the Chair of the union’s Academic-Related Staff Committee. Fiona talks about the motion on working from home that the Committee is taking to UCU Annual Congress and discusses some of the issues to watch out for. Also, Sarah Parry, UCU Organiser, talks about the briefings she is running, and there’…

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UNDERSTAND THE SKILLS OF VYAPARI || PART 2. 20:05

4y ago20:05

20:05

Natarajan Pillai - A person who is having a genius brain in economics. He has 20+ year of experience in teaching field as an economic guru.The word guru simply means destroying the Ignorance and enlightening the knowledge and this person is really excellent in this work. This guy just not only teaches topics from the textbook or PPTs, but also educ…

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UNDERSTAND THE PSYCHOLOGY OF ECONOMICS || PART 1 34:41

4y ago34:41

34:41

Natarajan Pillai - A person who is having a genius brain in economics. He has 20+ year of experience in teaching field as an economic guru.The word guru simply means destroying the Ignorance and enlightening the knowledge and this person is really excellent in this work. This guy just not only teaches topics from the textbook or PPTs, but also educ…

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UNDERSTAND THE REAL PURPOSE OF LIFE 37:09

4y ago37:09

37:09

Amogh Lila Prabhu. This name doesn't need any description but those who don't know him, he is one of the most inspiring spiritual mentor on Earth. Amogh lila prabhu is a spiritual activist who is trying spread Krishna's Consciousness by teaching Shrimad Bhagavad Gita and many other Scriptures which generates knowledge and increase the amount of Con…

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JOURNEY FROM JUST A PASSION TO PROFESSION. 33:06

4y ago33:06

33:06

Himanshu Shah, One of the most intelligent person ever met. His knowledge, his moral values, his success story is really amazing. Just like any building needs a big and strong foundation support, Himanshu shah has a great foundation support of Knowledge and that's why he is an successful entrepreneur, not judging his success of life by just monetar…

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THE SWEET BRAIN PODCAST 11:23

4y ago11:23

11:23

Thanks for watching!Read all about Rutuja Ravan:Rutuja Ravan is a upcoming rising star in modelling and pageant Industry. She is Diadem Miss India 2nd Runner Up/ Diadem Miss India Flawless skin. She started her career in flying industry and had an experience in India's top 3 airlines as a crew member.The Un-common Mind Talks episode number 1…

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Supporting the mental health needs of UCU members 25:04

4y ago25:04

25:04

In this episode, Jon Bryan, Regional Support Official in the Northern Region, outlines some ways that UCU representatives can help members facing issues at work to do with their mental health. There are also a few updates about some Colleges and Universities in the region.

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We speak to Dr. Jonathan Saha about Myanmar 17:21

4y ago17:21

17:21

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Jonathan Saha, and Associate Professor at Durham University. Jonathan talks to us about the growing crisis in Myanmar, and discusses the sorts of things we can do in Universities and Colleges in this country to offer support and solidarity.

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International Women’s Day - 8 March 2021 16:51

4+ y ago16:51

16:51

To mark International Women’s Day - 8 March 2021 - Jon Bryan asks Dr Sarah Hughes to talk about her research into how precarious employment in Higher Education impacts on when to start a family. Victoria Murray talks about some of the other challenges facing women as we discuss how we #ChooseToChallenge…

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Equality work at Northumbria University UCU and Anti-Casualisation work at Newcastle University UCU 33:49

4+ y ago33:49

33:49

In this episode, we speak to Victoria Murray, the UCU Equality Officer at Northumbria University - looking back at LGBT History Month (2021); and to Andy Clark, from Newcastle University UCU, about their campaigning (and the outcomes) from the anti-casualisation work over the last three years.

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An interview with Dr Marek Szablewski to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2021 53:12

4+ y ago53:12

53:12

Dr Marek Szablewski was born and brought up in the UK, but his family are from Warsaw, Poland. A scientist by trade, Marek researched some of the stories from his family during the second world war, and talks to Jon Bryan from UCU about their lives and experiences.

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New advice from UCU as Lockdown 3.0 begins 21:42

4+ y ago21:42

21:42

In this episode, Jon Bryan and Joyce McAndrew discuss the impact of the latest Lockdown on UCU members working in Colleges & Universities. Including: Critical Worker Status; Furlough for Parents/Carers; Remote Learning.

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Looking back at Further Education in 2020 - and what to expect in 2021 38:00

4+ y ago38:00

38:00

In this episode of the podcast, Jon Bryan talks to some of our Further Education UCU Reps about what 2020 has been like, and what might we expect in 2021 and the future.

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How Northumbria University UCU broke through the industrial action ballot threshold 23:44

4+ y ago23:44

23:44

In November 2020, the UCU Branch at Northumbria University achieved a first: they became the first union branch in the UK to win a ballot over health and safety relating to Covid-19. In this episode, we speak to Joe Street, Victoria Murray and Ariane Bogain about how they did it, and what lessons other trade unionists can learn from it.…

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UCU wins its strike ballot at Northumbria University 16:02

4+ y ago16:02

16:02

In this episode, we interview the UCU Branch Chair of Northumbria University, after the strong mandate in their industrial action ballot. Adam Hansen tells us what’s happened and what is next - and we also look at the 2016 Trade Union Act and how that means unions need to get a 50% turnout

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Stewart Bailey 57:45

4+ y ago57:45

57:45

The Booze Brothers, after years of futile attempts, manages to snag an interview with one of comedy’s greatest “behind the scenes” producers & writers. Stewart reveals how he climbed up the ranks of Hollywood...from “The Daily Show” to “Last Call with Carson Daly” to “Access Hollywood.” It takes time to break down the walls of suspicion and doubt S…

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Tuc Watkins 35:05

4+ y ago35:05

35:05

The Booze Brothers goes behind the velvet curtain to chat with Tuc Watkins, star of Broadway's "Boys in the Band.” Tuc talks about his years in show business, including theater, television and movies. As a father of twins, Tuc manages a full-time acting career while trying to make sure his kids are not eating detergent pods.…

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Brooke Dillman 44:29

4+ y ago44:29

44:29

The Booze Brothers is granted an interview with one of comedy’s great comediennes, Brooke Dillman. In a rare and candid sit-down, Brooke talks about her favorite moments in her illustrious television career...and the difference between stand-up comedians and comedic actors & actresses. Full of gossip and hot innuendo, please be aware that much of t…

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Workload 16:52

4+ y ago16:52

16:52

An ever increasing workload - in breadth and depth - continues to be an issue for both further and higher education. This podcast looks at some of the issues and considers how UCU Reps could begin to challenge how work is organised and make changes to it.

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UCU reacts to the announcement that 770 students at Northumbria University have Covid-19 9:24

4+ y ago9:24

9:24

As Northumbria University announces that 770 students have tested positive for COVID-19, Adam Hansen, (UCU Branch Chair at Northumbria University) speaks to Kait Borsay from Times Radio.

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Face Coverings in Further Education Colleges and the local lockdown in the north east 11:20

4+ y ago11:20

11:20

As local lockdown restrictions come into force in parts of the NE, we look at the issue of Face Coverings in communal areas of FE Colleges. What does the government guidance say? What is happening in different colleges? Jon Bryan asks Joyce McAndrew asks what she has found and how Colleges deal with exemptions.…

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The issues surrounding on-campus working and teaching at Northumbria University as a new academic year begins 16:09

5y ago16:09

16:09

In this episode of the podcast, we look at the impact of local lockdowns, risk assessments, and why Northumbria University UCU have voted to declare a local dispute.Jon Bryan speaks with Adam Hansen, from UCU at Northumbria University

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Tackling the educational and industrial issues in Colleges and Universities thrown up by Covid-19 and the return to campus 21:27

5y ago21:27

21:27

In this episode, we speak to the UCU Northern Regional Secretary, Emma-Jane Phillips, and Regional FE Secretary Jo Potts. We discuss workload implications for our members about working online and delivering "blended learning", as well as what all of this means for staff and learners as the new academic year begins.…

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Returning to work; back on campus; and Individual Risk Assessments for members with concerns 15:05

5y ago15:05

15:05

As Colleges start to re-open their doors to staff and students, Jon Bryan and Joyce McAndrew talk about Risk Assessments. In this episode, they focus on members who are either vulnerable, or have specific concerns about returning to work. What should members look for in an individual risk assessment? And are there other things that representatives …

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The impact on College & University staff of exams chaos and the re-opening of Colleges in September 17:33

5y ago17:33

17:33

In this episode of the podcast, we look at the chaos and confusion that has surrounded exam results this August. We also look at the re-opening of the Further Education sector to staff and students, and look at the advice and guidance that has been provided by the government and the University and College Union. What needs to be done to ensure a sa…

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UCU's Ed Bailey talks about using email to organise & communicate with members 12:46

5y ago12:46

12:46

In this episode, we reproduce excerpts from Ed Bailey's talk on using email to organise in a trade union from UCU's Webinar - "Digital Organising for UCU activists"

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The experiences of some UCU members whilst being on Furlough Leave 7:35

5y ago7:35

7:35

Tyne Coast College seems to be unique in our region. It did not top up salaries for the staff that it chose to furlough. We have surveyed our members for their experiences. This podcast pulls some of those together.

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How to respond to Colleges re-opening in September 2020 13:00

5y ago13:00

13:00

On 2 July 2020, the government published some new guidance: What FE colleges and providers will need to do from the start of the 2020 autumn term In this podcast, Regional Support Officials Jon Bryan and Joyce McAndrew talk about what UCU Representatives and members should be considering in light of this new guidance.…

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Tips for communicating with UCU members 13:52

5y ago13:52

13:52

In this episode, we look at different ways of communicating with UCU members, particularly at a time when everyone can feel isolated under Covid-19 restrictions, and when the workplace is your home. Jon Bryan, David O'Toole and Sarah Parry give some hints on what you can do about producing newsletters, using email, holding meetings via video-confer…