Welcome back to the ASK podcast, where we take to the stage with Mr Durrant, English and Drama teacher extraordinaire and former professional actor! We're attaining fascinating and secret knowledge this time on the life and works of theatre practitioner Stanislavski. It turns out, we have a lot of misconceptions about his 'System', so tune in to find out about this and much more. Also listen to find out some A list actors who Mr Durrant definitely doesn't rate!

Mr Durrant is expertly questioned by our rigorous panellists, Josh M and Matthew B from Y12 - thanks gentlemen! Thanks to our wonderful producers too - especially the genius that is Tomas H in Year 12.

Quiz questions - house points to earn. Just email mtill@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk with your answers! 1. Which famous playwright did Stanslavski help 're-launch' after an initial disaster in the first performance of his play?  2. Tell us what piece of acting in his career was Mr Durrant is most proud of?

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Welcome back to a new series of ASK, featuring our first returning guest: Head of History, Mr Andrew Sawdon. This time we're attaining dark and secret knowledge on the world of nuclear, ranging from the history of nuclear power, through to the very real threat of nuclear weapons today, via Russia's Vladimir Putin. It's certainly not a light episode, but characteristically, Mr Sawdon gives us a whole range of fascinating insights. He's ably questioned by our rigorous panellists, Josh M and Matthew B from Y12 - thanks gentlemen!

Quiz questions - house points to earn! 1. Which former Labour party leader said he would never use nuclear weapons as a retaliatory strike?  2. In the quick fire section, what was Mr Sawdon's favourite takeaway? 

As ever, please share this podcast with friends and family, follow us via Jenni Summers on YouTube and follow @JHGSEnglish for regular updates on the pod and more. Thanks for listening. Mrs Summers and Mr Till. 

Welcome back to a brand new series of the ASK podcast, which this week features the dulcet tones of our very own Mr Khan. As both English Teacher and Head of Year 10,  you'd think he'd have his hands full, but he spared us a lunch time to talk all things Malcolm X. For some an inspiration, for others a figure of controversy, we really delve into the life and ideas of Malcolm X, so strap in and get listening. Thank you to our fabulous panellists: Harry W (Y11), Josh M (Y11) and Adi J (Y10) who ask perceptive, probing questions that really helped make this a fascinating episode.

As per usual, give us a follow on @JHGSEnglish and via the 'Jenni Summers' YouTube account, to ensure you get all of the latest updates.

House point questions (2 points for 2 correct answers): 1) Why did Malcolm want to be known as 'Malcolm X' rather than 'Malcolm Little'? 2) After his conversion to orthodox Islam, what did he change his name to? Send your entries to mtill@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk or smitchell@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk.

**1. Apologies for any sound issues - this was produced using a laptop, rather than being left in the capable hands of Tomas and the recording studio team.

2. Yes, we're releasing episode 2 first. Episodes 1 and 3 should be with you very soon - they'll be properly edited!**