The SENDcast
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The SENDcast
The SENDcast is a weekly podcast focusing on Special Educational Needs, it is an amazing way to keep up to date with all the different areas within SEN, best practices and to improve your knowledge around SEND.
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333 episodis
Empowered: Student Self-Advocacy in Schools with Claire Cannon and Alice Phillips
When schools stop doing things *to* students and start doing things *with* them, everything changes.
Dale is joined by Claire Cannon a national...
Removing the fear of reading with Vicki Edgar
For many neurodivergent children, reading isn't just difficult - it's frightening. And without the right support, that fear can follow them well into...
What do neurodiverse girls need to know about romance? with Kim McCabe
Neurodiverse girls are often loyal, perceptive, and generous - qualities that are real strengths, but that can also make them vulnerable when it comes...
Wellbeing, Culture and Inclusion with Cathal Lynch
Wellbeing, culture, and inclusion are more than buzzwords - but too many schools tick the boxes without making the real change that matters.
In...
Neurodiversity and Sport: Creating Safe, Inclusive Spaces Where Neurodivergent can Thrive with Liz Day
Sport has the potential to be a powerful, positive force in the lives of neurodivergent children - but without the right awareness and approach, it ca...
Living with Hearing Loss and Deafness with Samantha Baines
This Deaf Awareness Week, we welcome Samantha Baines to the podcast to explore what it's like living with hearing loss and deafness. Samantha is an aw...
*Special Episode* - Who Will Be SEND? Questions, Not Answers on the Reform Ahead with Dale Pickles
Who Will Be SEND? Questions, Not Answers on the Reform Ahead Dale Pickles, Managing Director, B Squared
England's SEND system is on the cusp of...
Barriers to Mental Healthcare for Autistic People with Dr Joanna Grace
Did you know that a third of autistic people experience serious mental health challenges? This striking statistic is highlighted by Dr Joanna Grace in...
*Special episode* The Autism and ADHD Shows 2026
Geoff and Nargis join Dale in the studio for this special episode to discuss the Autism & ADHD Shows (June–July) in London, Birmingham, and, for the f...
Rare but Recognisable: Isla's FOP Story with Nicky Muller
Today is Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Awareness Day, and to mark the occasion we're sharing an episode focused on raising awareness of...
Supporting Young People with Long-Term Illness in Education with Josh Pelled
Bright Futures' research estimates that around 270,000 young people (age 5–24) miss 20% or more of their education each year due to long-term illness....
Assessing Complex Learners with Jordan Garrett
The needs around SEND in schools are increasing - both in numbers and complexity of needs – and many schools are struggling with the best way to suppo...
Understanding PANS and PANDAS: Bridging the Gap in Education and Health with Tina Coope
Did you know that common infections, like strep throat, can cause a neuroinflammatory response affecting the brain?
Today we're raising awarenes...
Understanding Epilepsy's Impact on Children and Young People with Catherine Hodder
In recognition of International Purple Day today, Catherine Hodder, Head of Policy, Influencing & Youth Voice at Young Epilepsy joins Dale to discuss...
Supporting Children with Down syndrome to Reach Their Full Potential with Sarah Holton
Did you know that children with Down syndrome have a different learning profile?
Ahead of World Down Syndrome Day this Saturday, Sarah Holton fr...
*Special Episode* - Fixing a Broken System: Response to the White Paper
This is a special episode focusing on the new White Paper and the SEND reforms consultation.
Last week, I published my response and reflections...
Young Carers: Voices That Matter with Kasia Thompson
Young carers often take on adult responsibilities, balancing school, social life, and caregiving, all while navigating the emotional impact of disabil...
*Special Episode* National Neurodiversity Shows 2026 with Steph Barnett
In this special episode of SENDcast, host Dale speaks with Steph Barnett, the show planner for the National Neurodiversity Shows. Together, they discu...
Working Effectively with TAs with Sara Alston
Teaching Assistants (TAs) are the unsung heroes in schools - and an incredible resource. Yet their impact is often limited when teachers aren't equipp...
The Effectiveness of EHCPs. The EHCP process and the SEND reform with Nana-Kofi Okyere
"We have an EHCP, so we have something to work from, but almost every local authority allocates and does things in a different way."
Nana-Kofi O...
SEND in Later Education: The Facts, Laws, and Real Stories with Chris Lefcovitch
In this latest episode, Chris Lefcovitch, Head of Additional Learning Support at Milton Keynes College joins Dale. In this insightful discussion, they...
Screens, Meltdowns and Power Struggles with Dr Daniel Weisberg
I'm excited to share this week's episode, which I've been eagerly anticipating! Like many parents, screen time is a contentious topic in my household....
Therapeutic Effect of Birds of Prey with Angela Norwood
Have you ever listened to a podcast featuring a guest owl? Today, you're in for a treat - twoo! Angela Norwood, Managing Director of Berkshire Birds o...
Are you a Sensory Elephant or Mouse? with Ali Neal
In our latest podcast, Ali Neal, an occupational therapist specialising in sensory processing, joins Dale to discuss the intriguing concept of sensory...
Supporting Neurodiverse Girls Through Puberty and the Transition to Secondary School with Kim McCabe
Puberty can be a challenging time, but for neurodiverse girls, it can feel like navigating a storm without a map. As they move from the relative safet...
Charting a Neuroinclusive Future: Why Systemic Change Starts with Education with Liz Day, Victoria Bagnall, Pete Jarrett and Fintan O'Regan
Inclusion in education isn't working as well as it should. Despite good intentions, many neurodivergent young people are still being left behind, lead...
Navigating Ofsted's New Framework: What You Need to Know for SEND with Adam Sproston
With the launch of the new Ofsted framework at the end of last year, you may be wondering what this means for SEND. In today's episode, Ofsted join us...
From Classroom to Career: The Power of Supported Internships with Kirsty Matthews
Happy New Year! I'm thrilled to kick off 2026 with our first podcast episode this year! Whether you're recovering from last night's celebrations or en...
Helping Learning To Stick with Dr Susie Nyman
As we approach the end of 2025, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to you - our wonderful listeners! It has been another remarka...
How to Make an Effective Education, Health and Care Plan with Ekaterina Harrison
Despite being central to support for children with SEND, the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) process is often overwhelming and confusing for f...
Sensory Struggles With Eating with Dr Joanna Grace
Can you believe it's already December? With the holiday season upon us, festivities often revolve around food, which can be particularly stressful for...
Adaptive Teaching Through 5 Phases of the Lesson with Sara Alston
In our latest episode of the SENDcast, we tackle an important topic that often gets lost in the debate over terminology: the practical aspects of diff...
Sensory Processing – Exactly How Does It Impact On Daily Life? with Ali Neal
It can be difficult to understand exactly how much we use our senses for all daily tasks.
Today, Dale discusses the fascinating world of sensory...
Breaking the Cycle: How Informed Parents Can Change the SEND System with Samantha Ryan
Navigating the SEND system can be overwhelming, and many parents find themselves without essential information until it's too late. Unfortunately, the...
Introducing ITV's Play Time - the groundbreaking new TV show championing SEND children with Céin McGillicuddy and Andy Kinnear
Have you heard of the TV show The Assembly? I'm thrilled to announce that the series director, Céin McGillicuddy and his creative partner Andy Kinnear...
Exploring Neuro-Dramatic-Play with Dr Sue Jennings
In this week's episode, Dr Sue Jennings, a leading expert in neuro-dramatic play and drama therapy, joins Dale to explore Neuro-Dramatic-Play (NDP). S...
Specialist Online Provision for Neurodivergent Learners with Cathy Wassell
The mainstream school environment can be overwhelming for many neurodivergent students, with sensory overload and social challenges often creating sig...
The Experiences of Girls in School with Diagnosed/Undiagnosed ADHD with Louise Belshaw
With ADHD awareness month upon us, we wanted to discuss the important topic of 'the experiences of girls in school with diagnosed/undiagnosed ADHD'. I...
The Reality of OCD: Creating safe spaces for SEND students with Shaun Flores
This OCD Awareness Week, I invite you to listen to our latest episode of the SENDcast, featuring Shaun Flores, a mental health advocate and consultant...
Navigating SEN Parenting: Tools for Thriving with Sharona Smith
When a doctor or professional asks for details about when, why and where your child's meltdown occurred, unless you have the most incredible memory, i...