The PE Umbrella | Podcasting ALL things Primary Physical Education

Archives Episode 1 - Professor Damian Hughes - Visualisation, Goal-Setting & Mindset in PE

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the very first episode of The PE Umbrella Archives. This mini-series will run as a thread through the main PE Umbrella podcast as a means t...

Making every PE lesson count - Under the Umbrella with James Crane

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With me under the umbrella this week is assistant headteacher and author of the book 'Making every PE lesson count', James Crane. In this episode we f...

Under the Umbrella with Marisa McKay

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With me under the umbrella this week is national PE subject advisor for PE New Zealand (PENZ), Marisa McKay.  Another wonderful conversation on ALL t...

Under the Umbrella with Jo Heaume

23 Jun 2024

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With me under the umbrella this week is the primary PE lead at British school Jakarta, Jo Heaume.  In this conversation we learn about Jo's journey t...

Under the Umbrella with Gemma Craker

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by PE mentor and coach for primary PE teachers who teach or want to teach in an international ...

Under the Umbrella with Shauna Pemberton

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by PE Lead Shauna Pemberton. As an experienced primary teacher leading the subject, Shauna is m...

Under the Umbrella with Sam Horton

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by PE and swim lead, Sam Horton.  As somebody living and breathing leading the subject on a day-to-d...

Under the Umbrella with Anna Sheppard

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining me on The PE Umbrella podcast this week is the Head of PE at the Alice Smith school Kuala Lumpur and the chair of FOBISIA PE and sport executi...

Under the Umbrella with Mo Jafar

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by senior lecturer in sport, PE and development at the University of East London, Mo Jafar.  ...

Under the Umbrella with Hugo Pires

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With me under the umbrella this week is PE teacher at Capital Tokyo international school Hugo Pires.   Lots of people have asked for Hugo to join me...

Under the Umbrella with Lewis Keens

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by the deputy headteacher at the British International School in Riyadh and co-host of the in...

A 10 year old's perspective on Primary PE

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With me under the umbrella this week is another one of the most high-profile guests I have ever had on the show.  He is the other half of the Ellis c...

A 7 year-old's perspective on Primary School PE

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I invited my daughter to talk with me about Primary School PE. This brief chat provides an insight into the...

Under the Umbrella with Professor Ash Casey

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by professor of Physical Education and Pedagogy at Loughborough University, Dr Ash Casey. In t...

Under the Umbrella with Ben Holden

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by former secondary PE teacher, PE lead and author of the hugely successful book 'Wanna teach PE?' Be...

Under the Umbrella with Aaron Beighle

03 Mar 2024

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Joining me under the umbrella this week is professor at the University of Kentucky Aaron Beighle for his third appearance on the show. In this episode...

Under the Umbrella with Dan Wilson

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by former Primary school teacher, PE lead and now PE consultant for Beyond the Physical, Dan Wi...

Under the Umbrella with Faith Newton

18 Feb 2024

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On this week's episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by the author of 'Inclusive PE for SEND children', occupational therapist and SEND paren...

Under the Umbrella with Dr Vanessa King

11 Feb 2024

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On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by the assistant deputy CEO of the Association for Physical Education (AfPE) Dr Vanessa King. ...

Under the Umbrella with Nathan Walker

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by PE lecturer at Plymouth Marjon University and host of The PE Insights Podcast, Nathan Walker...

Under the Umbrella with Sam Gregory

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On The PE Umbrella podcast this week, I am joined by qualified primary school teacher, Sam Gregory. Sam brings a unique and fresh perspective to the p...

Under the Umbrella with Dr Emma Powell

14 Jan 2024

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This week I am joined under the umbrella by Senior Lecturer at Birmingham Newman University and author of the SHARP principles Dr Emma Powell. During ...

Under the Umbrella with Lee Sullivan

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining me under the umbrella this week is head of PE, author of 'Is PE in crisis?' and co-author of the Primary Concept Curriculum, Lee Sullivan. In ...

Under the Umbrella with Dr Lala Manners

24 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With me under the umbrella this week is educator, researcher and practitioner, specialising in physical development and movement in the Early Years, D...

Under the Umbrella with Ben Shields

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I am joined on The PE Umbrella podcast by PE specialist, Ben Shields.  Ben has worked in the space for many years now and this has seen him...

Under the Umbrella with Sarah Williams

10 Dec 2023

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Joining me under the umbrella this week is senior lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University and now repeat guest of the show, Sarah Williams. On her fir...

Under the Umbrella with Adrian Bethune

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The PE Umbrella Podcast I am joined by Adrian Bethune to talk about all things Primary PE, Physical Activity and Wellbeing.   It was a ...

Under the Umbrella with Phil Mathe

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by PE teacher of 20 years, Head of student opportunities at International school in Kindom of ...

Under the Umbrella with David Morley and Kevin Till

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by Leeds Beckett professor of PE, David Morley and professor of athletic development at the sch...

Under the Umbrella with Dr Tom Van Rossum

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to The PE Umbrella podcast, your CPD on the go for ALL things Primary PE. This week I am joined by lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, ...

Under the Umbrella with Peter Harding

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to  episode 220 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by primary school teacher and PE lead Mr Peter Harding. On this episode we ...

Under the Umbrella with Mike Kuczala

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 219 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined for a second time by the inspiring Mike Kuczala. In this episode we take a lo...

Under the Umbrella with Mark Carter

25 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 218 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined for a second time on the show by Mark Carter. Mark was first a guest in episo...

Under the Umbrella with Dr Beth Brown

18 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 217 and the return of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by children's book author and leadership and education consult...

Under the Umbrella with Rachael Jefferson-Buchanan

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 216 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by lecturer and researcher Rachael Jefferson-Buchanan. On this bumper length ...

School Sport Psychology with Helen Davis & Liz Barker

17 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 215 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the co-founders of School Sport Psychology Helen Davis & Liz Barker In thi...

Under the Umbrella with Chris Willan

25 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 214 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the headteacher of Water Primary and now a two-time guest of the show Chri...

Under the Umbrella with Rob Wilkinson

18 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 213 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the director of Moving Matters Rob Wilkinson. On Rob's second PE Umbrella ...

Under the Umbrella with Dan Brewer

27 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 212 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by primary PE specialist teacher and PE lead Dan Brewer.  It was a treat to ...

Under the Umbrella with Dale Harris

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 211 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the director of Dream Big sports and Active Education Co Dale Harris. On t...

Under the Umbrella with Will Swaithes

13 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 210 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by teacher educator Will Swaithes to discuss ALL things PE. On this feature-l...

Under the Umbrella with Brendan Rouse

06 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 209 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by primary PE specialist and now repeat guest Brendan Rouse. In this episode ...

Under the Umbrella with Sam Woodruff & Jordan Jawandha

23 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 208 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by primary PE leads Sam Woodruff & Jordan Jawandha to chat ALL things Primary...

Under the Umbrella with Neil McAvoy

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 207 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by deputy headteacher and PESSPA director at Clavering Primary School Neil Mc...

Under the Umbrella with Ben Anderson

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 206 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by primary PE specialist teacher Ben Anderson for one of the most insightful ...

Under the Umbrella with Natalie Jackson

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 205 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the director and founder of Totally Runable Natalie Jackson. Totally Runab...

Under the Umbrella with Joe Danquah

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 204 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE coordinator Joe Danquah. We talk about ALL things primary PE during thi...

Under the Umbrella with Adam Price

18 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 203 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Adam Price who works as a PE coordinator in a SEN school. On this episode,...

Under the Umbrella with Abby Miles

11 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 202 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE lead Abby Miles. On this episode, we take a wander through topics focus...

Under the Umbrella with Eve Murphy

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 201 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by former teacher and founder of Dance to School Eve Murphy. On this episode ...

Under the Umbrella with Lewis Keens

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 200 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the Director of Sport at Alice Smith School in Malaysia and host of the In...

Under the Umbrella with Anthony Seaman

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 199 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the founder of The PE Train and Primary Teacher Anthony Seaman. In this ep...

Under the Umbrella with Ilse Brockling

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 198 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by former primary school teacher and founder of The Children's Health Project...

Under the Umbrella with Chris Tolson

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 197 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! Joining me Under the umbrella this week is inspirational headteacher of The Academy at St James, Ch...

Under the Umbrella with Greg Dryer (Part 2)

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 196 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! If you haven't listened to part one of my chat with Greg, I highly recommend jumping back to episod...

Under the Umbrella with Greg Dryer (Part 1)

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 195 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by director of the centre for PE, Sport & Activity at Kingston University and...

Under the Umbrella with Julie Pearson

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 194 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by senior lecturer and primary PE subject lead at St Mary's University Julie ...

Under the Umbrella with David Hazelgrove

06 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 193 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by co-founder of the Succeeding PE platform David Hazelgrove On this episode ...

Under the Umbrella with Catherine Fitzpatrick

31 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 192 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE advisor and the director of Complete PE Catherine Fitzpatrick On this e...

Under the Umbrella with The PE Specialist, Ben Landers

24 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 191 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by superstar Elementary PE teacher, The PE Specialist himself, Ben Landers. O...

Under the Umbrella with Niall O'Brien

17 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 190 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE, Physical Activity & Forest School leader Niall O'Brien. On this episod...

Under the Umbrella with Greg Thurlow & Lachlan McLellan

10 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 189 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE teachers in Singapore, Greg Thurlow & Lachlan Mclellan. On this episode...

Under the Umbrella with Paul Showell

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 188 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE instructor Paul Showell. On this episode, we chat about ALL things Prim...

Under the Umbrella with Lee Molland

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 187 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Sports Champion & PE Teacher Lee Molland. On this episode, we chat about A...

SEND PE and Inclusion with Simon Roadley

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 186 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the head of PE in a SEND school, Simon Roadley. On this episode, we chat a...

Beyond the Physical with Paul Quinn & Steve Waide

22 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 185 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by two experienced PE consultants in the shape of Paul Quinn and Steve Waide....

Cooking in the PE Kitchen with Mark Carter

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 184 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by former teacher & founder of The Primary PE Cook Book Mark Carter. On this ...

Social dis-Dancing in PE with Louise Jaggard & Jo Cone

08 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 183 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary dance specialist Louise Jaggard & Creative dance specialist Jo Con...

Under the Umbrella with Victoria Bull

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 182 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by specialist Primary PE teacher Victoria Bull. On this episode, we chat abou...

Under the Umbrella with Jacqui Oatley

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 181 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Sports Broadcaster, Journalist and Presenter Jacqui Oatley. During this ep...

Bite Sized Knowledge Bombs - Simplicity

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 180 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am kicking off the first of what will hopefully be many 'Bite-Sized Knowledge Bombs' ep...

The Pedagogy behind creating Meaningful Experiences in PE

11 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 179 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by former guests Jorge Rodriguez, Andy Vasily & Zack Smith as we form a round...

The Power of PLAY & Building Connection with Mark Collard

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 178 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Trainer, Author & Speaker Mark Collard. When it comes to speaking about th...

The Butterfly Within - Under the Umbrella with Rachel Bown - Part 2

27 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 177 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined for part 2 of my interview with special ed PE teacher, YST inclusion lead and...

Under the Umbrella with Rachel Bown - Part 1

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 176 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by special ed PE teacher, YST inclusion lead and GB age group athlete Rachel ...

The PE Umbrella Library

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 175 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am delighted to tell you all about The PE Umbrella Library and the incredible downloada...

Under the Umbrella with Brendan Rouse

22 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 174 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by a Primary PE specialist with over 17 years experience, Brendan Rouse. On t...

Sport Education with Ryan Forwood

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 172 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined for a record 4th time by the legend that is Ryan Forwood for this special edi...

Under the Umbrella with Tom Feighan

02 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 171 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary School PE teacher Tom Feighan. I had the pleasure of hearing Tom s...

Under the Umbrella with Patrick Hughes

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 170 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PhysEd teacher and Host of the coach Pat Chat Podcast, Patrick Hughes. On ...

Stormbreak | Mentally Healthy Movement with Martin Yelling & Victoria Randall

19 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 169 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I had the pleasure of welcoming two wonderful guests to the show in running mogul and for...

Healthy Futures with Tom Leeming

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 168 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the director of Primary Sports UK and the hugely popular Healthy Futures T...

Under the Umbrella with Ben Kirk

05 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 167 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary School PE specialist Ben Kirk. On this episode, we chat about ALL ...

Evelyn Roberts | Teaching with a Disability & The Power of Differentiation

20 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 165 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary PE teacher at a SEND school Evelyn Roberts. Evelyn was born with C...

Under the Umbrella with Karen Breen

14 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 164 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary PE, health and wellbeing advisor Karen Breen On this episode we ch...

Physical Education, Movement & Music in the Early Years with Helen Battelley

07 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 163 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Early Childhood Movement consultant Helen Battelley. On this episode, we c...

Primary PE Uncovered with Steve Busby

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 162 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary PE consultant Steve Busby. On this episode we chat about ALL thing...

Under the Umbrella with Steven Jeff

24 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 161 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by coach for the Ebor Academy Trust Steven Jeff. On this episode, we chat abo...

Yoga, Wellbeing & Mindfulness with Susan Hartley

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 160 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by co-founder of Yoginis Yoga Susan Hartley. On this episode we simply chat a...

Rachel Ford | Storytelling, Cognitive Biases & PE Life After Lockdown

10 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 159 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am delighted to be joined for a second time on the show by Rachel Ford. On this episode...

Jess Livock | The Power of Dance in Primary PE

03 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 158 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Teacher and founder of Motion Dance Initiative Jessica Livock. On this epi...

Cliff Roop | Team Building & Cooperatives in Primary PE

26 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 157 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined for a second stint on the show by Elementary PE teacher Cliff Roop. On this e...

Under the Umbrella with Lois Forsell

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 156 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by former England, Leeds Rhinos and Bradford Bulls Women's Rugby League playe...

Under the Umbrella with Owen Denovan

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 155 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by Primary PE consultant Owen Denovan. On this episode we simply chat about A...

Under the Umbrella with Dan Vigliatore

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 154 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE teacher from across the pond in Canada, Mr Dan Vigliatore! On this epis...

Alex Ogden | Burn2Learn

29 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 153 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by ex Primary School Teacher, PE Lead and founder of Burn2Learn Alex Ogden. O...

PE at Home with Ryan Forwood

22 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 152 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE teacher, lead and now 3 times PE Umbrella guest Ryan Forwood! With the ...

All Inclusive PE with Tim Mills

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 151 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by PE teacher Tim Mills. On this episode, we simply chat about ALL things PE ...

Andy Daly-Smith | Creating Active Schools

08 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 150 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by the fountain of knowledge on ALL things Physically Active Learning and mas...

Unpicking Primary PE with Stuart McKenzie

01 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 149 of The PE Umbrella Podcast! This week I am joined by superstar teacher of Primary School PE, Stuart McKenzie. On this episode w...