Your School Journey Podcast
For Parents Everywhere
Walking the journey together
Your School Journey is a podcast bringing school-related topics into focus for parents. Together, we’ll demystify what’s happening in education and provide practical advice for supporting your child’s growth.
Your School Journey is an initiative of Emmanuel College as part of our commitment to partner with parents in shaping the learning and growth of young people.
podcast episodes
Helping Children Feel Seen, Heard and Valued
“For some students, being selected for esports is the first time they’ve ever been chosen to represent their school in anything” Dan Martinez In this episode of Your School Journey, Mal Galer sits down with Jess Robertson (Journey Together)…
How nutrition sets the stage for learning
“For some students, being selected for esports is the first time they’ve ever been chosen to represent their school in anything” Dan Martinez In this episode of Your School Journey, Mal Galer sits down with Keaan Van Venrooij (Ideal…
Finding Belonging through Gaming
“For some students, being selected for esports is the first time they’ve ever been chosen to represent their school in anything” Dan Martinez In this episode, Dan Martinez from FUSE Cup to explore the growing world of esports…
Culture, Character and the Courage to Speak Up
“Every single one of us is having an influence… so what’s the footprint that you want to leave?” Hayden Whitworth In this episode of Your School Journey, Mal Galer sits down with Hayden Whitworth (Be There Group) to explore…
The value of design technology
“It allows them to fail in a safe environment and learn from their failure to do things better.” Phil Murdoch In this episode of Your School Journey, Mal Galer sits down with Josiah College Design and Technology teacher Phil…
Student Wellbeing in the Digital Age
“A student isn’t going to be able to achieve their full potential unless they actually feel like they belong” Chris Henderson In this episode of Your School Journey, Mal Galer sits down with Emmanuel College’s new Head of Senior…
Creating happy, healthy and confident girls
“I would be bold enough to say that as parents, it is our job to guide our daughter’s heart until they can guide their own.” Emma Tabacaru In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Emma Tabacaru (Founder…
The importance of music in school
“We don’t inherit musicians — we build musicians.” Andrew Tuppen In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Andrew Tuppen (Lego Master and Head of Instrumental Worship and Events at Emmanuel College), to explore the powerful role music…
Preparing for beyond Year 12
“Success isn’t one size fits all — it’s about finding a path that aligns with your strengths, values and goals.” Tom Cullen In this episode of Your School Journey, host Mal Galer chats with Tom Cullen, Dean of Student…
Strength, honour and the making of good men
“If you’re expecting your son to be vulnerable with you, you absolutely have to be vulnerable with him.” Andrew Jessimer In this episode of Your School Journey, Mal Galer sits down with Andrew Jessimer, Senior School Counsellor at Emmanuel…
The importance of Sport in School
“I don’t believe I’d be the person I am now if I didn’t do sport” Lachie Purdie In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Nick Collins (Director of Sport, Emmanuel College) and Lachie Purdie, Emmanuel College alumni…
How to thrive in Senior School Years
“With enjoyment comes engagement, and engagement tends to lead to good results.” Peter Robertson In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Peter Robertson, Director of Studies at Emmanuel College. Together, they unpack how parents can best support…
Raising children in a digital world
“Not all screen time is created equal.” Brett Moller In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Brett Moller (Director of Knowledge Services and Head of Creative Industries, St Andrew’s Anglican College) to explore the role technology plays…
Learning to read in the early years
“Learning to read isn’t a magic trick — there are clear steps in the process, and each one matters.” Jeremy Cook In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Jeremy Cook (Director of Learning and Teaching, Junior School)…
What do Senior School acronyms mean?
“The ATAR is just a tool — your senior schooling is a journey, and your passions should be the main driver behind the subjects you choose..” Mitch Tattersall In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Mitch Tattersall…
How do experiences shape character?
“Anything that we can do in our schools to promote experiences and opportunities to shape character is just so essential.” Dan Brown In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Dan Brown (Principal, Emmanuel College) as he reflects…
How do I thrive in Year 7?
“Give them the opportunity to grow in their independence — that’s what builds their confidence.” Rachael Kelly In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Rachael Kelly (Dean of Year 7, Emmanuel College) and Marita Babic (Dean of…
What is the future of schools?
Dave Runge and Dan Miller joined us on our podcast In this episode, Mal Galer is joined by Dan Miller (Deputy Principal – Head of Senior School, Emmanuel College) and Dave Runge (Co-founder, Future Schools) to explore what…
