Teachers Themselves
by Dublin West Education Support Centre
Paying It Forward with Kathryn Corbett
About this podcast
"Teachers Themselves" is a new, engaging podcast designed specifically for educators in Ireland.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher looking to enhance your teaching practices, or a new educator seeking guidance and inspiration, "Teachers Themselves" provides a platform for professional growth and fosters a community of educators who are keen to learn. Join us as we explore the art and science of teaching, inspire each other, and shape the future of education, one episode at a time.
Hosted by DWESC Director, Ultan Mac Mathúna, and featuring insightful guest speakers, all educators themselves, this podcast offers conversational episodes focused on sharing teaching experiences, exploring shared values in education, and fostering a community of passionate educators.
Tune in to "Teachers Themselves" and unlock your full potential as an educator. Together, let's empower ourselves and our students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
“No written word, no spoken plea, can teach our youth what they should be, nor all the books on all the shelves, it’s what the teachers are themselves.” John Wooden
Teachers Themselves is a DWESC original, produced and created by Dublin West Education Support Centre and produced by Zita Robinson.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 30 episodes
- Paying It Forward with Kathryn Corbett · 38 min · Season 4 Episode 5Send a text Join us for our final episode of season four in conversation with school Principal and co-founder of the WILL (Women In Learning & Leadership) Network, Kathryn…
- David Gough: Leading with Love and Respect · 29 min · Season 4 Episode 4Send a text In conversation with Ultan this week, David Gough, one of Ireland's most respected GAA referees and school Principal of Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál in Inchicore, brings us…
- Scoring Touchdowns with Ciarán Donnelly · 28 min · Season 4 Episode 3Send a text Join us for episode three of Season 4 in conversation with Ciarán Donnelly, a primary teacher who thinks outside the box. Ciarán is a forward-thinking and imaginative…
- Beyond the Diagnosis: Annette Nash & Finding Strength in Neurodiversity · 34 min · Season 4 Episode 2Send a text What happens when the teacher faces the same learning challenges as their students? Annette Nash takes us on a profound journey through her experiences as an autistic…
- All-Star Teaching with Ciarán Kilkenny · 30 min · Season 4 Episode 1Send a text When we think of Ciarán Kilkenny, most people picture the Dublin GAA star on the football pitch. But away from the roar of the crowd at Croke Park, Kilkenny's true…
- Richie Walsh on Building Educational Communities through Restorative Practice · 31 min · Season 3 Episode 6Send a text Meet Richie Walsh, an inspiring educator whose story underscores the significance of community ethos in educational success. Richie's career in education showcases a…
- Dr. Gerard McHugh: Reflecting on Education's Past, Present, and Future · 53 min · Season 3 Episode 5Send a text Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Gerard McHugh, the former Director of Dublin West Education Support Centre. A man who dedicated his career to…
- Transforming Classroom Literacy with Lyn Stone · 39 min · Season 3 Episode 4Send a text This week our host Ultan chats with Lyn Stone, 'the Taylor Swift of Literacy'. Join us as literacy expert Lyn unlocks the secrets to effective language education…
- Cultivating Positive Schools: Jacinta Kitt on Hope, Relationships, and Leadership · 48 min · Season 3 Episode 3Send a text Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jacinta Kitt, a distinguished educator who dedicated her career to fostering positive behaviours and relationships in…
- Leading with Heart: Helena Trench on Building Inclusive School Communities · 38 min · Season 3 Episode 2Send a text Join us for a heartwarming and insightful conversation with Helena Trench, the inspiring Principal of Powerstown Educate Together National School in Dublin 15…
- Values Rich Environments with Dr Séamus Conboy · 44 min · Season 3 Episode 1Send a text Welcome to another Season of Teachers Themselves! Season 3 opens with a wonderfully open conversation between our host Ultan Mac Mathúna and Dr. Séamus Conboy, the…
- Teacher and Trailblazer: A Conversation with Áine Hyland Part 1 · 38 min · Season 2 Episode 6Send a text Áine Hyland is a name synonymous with educational reform in Ireland and we are honoured to have had her as a guest on the Teachers Themselves podcast. Wrapping up…
- Teacher and Trailblazer: A Conversation with Áine Hyland Part 2 · 34 min · Season 2 Episode 6Send a text Áine Hyland is a name synonymous with educational reform in Ireland and we are honoured to have had her as a guest on the Teachers Themselves podcast. Wrapping up…
- Dermot Looney: Serving the Community – Inside and Outside of School · 34 min · Season 2 Episode 5Send a text Dermot Looney's story is not just one of teaching but of someone who is deeply connected to local history and community. Our conversation with Dermot delves into his…
- Educational Alchemy: How the Arts and Extra-Curriculars Can Enrich Learning with Cormac O'Farrell · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 4Send a text This episode of Teachers Themselves, features Teaching Principal, Cormac O’Farrell. Cormac has a dedication to teaching and education, only matched by his dedication…
- Áine Lynch: Shaping Education Through Parent-Teacher Partnerships · 44 min · Season 2 Episode 3Send a text This episode recounts the extraordinary journey of Áine Lynch. She opens up about her passionate pursuit of strengthening partnerships between schools and parents…
- Bridging Classrooms and Policy with Máirín Ní Chéileachair · 38 min · Season 2 Episode 2Send a text Meet Máirín Ní Chéileachair, a passionate educator, influenced by family legacy and a community rich in scholastic virtues. In this inspiring conversation, she grants…
- Believing in Yourself - An Educational Odyssey with Finbarr Hurley · 37 min · Season 2 Episode 1Send a text Introducing Finbarr Hurley, a visionary in the realm of primary education. Join us as he shares his story of growth from the fields of West Cork to the bustling…
- John William's Top Tips for CPD · 4 min · Season 1 Episode 6Send a text Are you ready to transform your teaching skills and stay ahead in the ever-evolving education landscape? This bite-size bonus episode is an extract from Episode 006…
- The Transformative Power of Teaching: John Williams on Professional Growth · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 6Send a text What if the key to unlocking a student's potential lies in the hands of their teacher? A teacher whose goal was always just "to make a difference". Join our host…







