The Politics Podcast

HOW EFFECTIVE IS COLLECTIVE MINISTERIAL RESPONSIBILITY?

Should government ministers keep their discussions within Cabinet secret, or should they be allowed to air their beliefs publicly? The Politics Podcast considers the arguments for and against Collective Ministerial Responsibility.

Written and presented by Aerin Chappell

Procrastination

A recorded ‘as live’ audio drama by Thomas Cridland

Serial procrastinator Jerry wants to go on the school French trip, but on one condition – he needs to hand his homework in on time…

‘Procrastination’ was written and produced by former pupil Thomas Cridland with members of the Black Box Theatre Company. All the performances and sound effects were recorded ‘as live’ in one take on January 31st 2024.

Jerry…Toby Irwin

Sam…Riley Eaton

Teacher…Emily Cunnane

Jerry’s Mum…Evie May Haslett

TikTok Motivator…Olivia Berry

DWS Audio at the 2024 UK International Audio Drama Festival

Sixth Form student James Monaghan recently represented the school at this year’s festival where his play, written and co-produced with George Norris, was showcased. ‘The Perfect Christmas Present’ can be heard on the International Arts UK website (below):

Morning – Google Drive

You can also vote for George and James’s play in the Audience Award category (below)!

UK International Audio Drama Festival 2024 Survey (surveymonkey.com)

The Listening sessions in the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral (March 2024)

The Politics Podcast

SHOULD THE UK PARLIAMENT HAVE A WRITTEN CONSTITUTION?

The USA has one, so why don’t we? In this edition, the Politics Podcast considers whether the UK Parliament should have a written constitution.

Written and presented by Aerin Chappell