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Steph on Skills: Powered by Enginuity

Welcome to the podcast that dives into the fascinating world of skills, innovation, and the future of engineering and manufacturing. Hosted by renowned broadcaster Steph McGovern, each episode brings insightful conversations with industry leaders, game-changers, and those shaping the skills landscape.

Steph McGovern is joined by special guests and young learners

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Get ready for Steph on Skills: Powered by Enginuity! The podcast brings you insightful conversations with Steph McGovern and industry leaders about the skills shaping the future of work. To listen, scroll down to follow the podcast on your favourite platform, or subscribe on YouTube to watch the episodes. However you tune in, get ready for insightful conversations that bring skills to life.

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Ann Watson, Mel Gibson and Steph McGovern standing together

Episode 1

Breaking barriers in engineering: Mel’s journey in welding

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Teesside University's Jo Burgess, Director of Apprenticeships, and Dr Samantha Gooneratne, Principal Lecturer of Staffing and Resources discuss apprenticeships with Steph McGovern in a studio

Episode 2

Bridging the skills gap with degree apprenticeships: Teesside University

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Episode 3

Empowering young minds: Ruth Amos on inventing, engineering, and inspiring future generations

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Episode 4

The real-life Willy Wonka, Jamie Ashpole, engaging the next generation of engineers

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Steph McGovern with Labour MP Mike Reader

Episode 5

From engineering to Parliament: The journey of Labour MP Mike Reader

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Host Steph McGovern with Dame Judith Hackitt and Juergen Maier

Episode 6

Dame Judith Hackitt and Juergen Maier CBE share their insight on how to tackle the skills shortage

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A image of Steph McGovern and Kirbi Taylor

Episode 7

Steph meets EAL apprentice Kirbi Taylor and learns more about how engineering underpins some of the biggest shows in entertainment.

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Episode 8

Steph welcomes Ann Watson and Poppy Bramford to discuss the pressing issue of immigration in relation to the UK's skill gap.

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Steph McGovern with Logan Perez-Grey and Andy Heffer-Lamond

Episode 9

Steph meets Logan Perez-Grey, a Level 3 welding and fabricating apprentice at HF Bond, and Andy Heffer-Lamond, Logan's supervisor.

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Steph McGovern with Andrew Beresford and Joe Wilson

Episode 10

Steph is joined by Andrew Beresford and Joe Wilson, two of the experts involved in developing the 2nd generation of T Levels qualifications.

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Episode 11

Tinder for skills: Steph welcomes Katy Davies, Managing Director of Cap Air Systems and co-founder of Citizen Hub.

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Episode 12

In this episode, Steph McGovern is joined by special guests and young learners to unveil Vocational Celebration Day, driven by Enginuity and EAL.

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Announcing Vocational Celebration Day

Enginuity and EAL have launched a new national day to shine a spotlight on the value of vocational pathways, challenging outdated perceptions and championing the skills we urgently need to thrive.

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About the host

Steph McGovern is a celebrated broadcaster and engineer. She began her career as an apprentice at Black & Decker, gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing and earning the prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarship for her outstanding talent.

Steph later combined her technical expertise with journalism, earning a degree in Science Communication and becoming an award-winning BBC business correspondent. Her work covered major developments in industry and skills, shaping her passion for the topics explored in Steph on Skills.

Powered by Enginuity, Steph brings her wit, curiosity, and unique perspective to conversations about the skills shaping our future.

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Get in touch with the pod team at [email protected] to share your ideas, comments, or let us know your feedback.