What about the Bear? Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:11:39 -0500 https://whataboutthebear.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 What about the Bear? yes 09decb78-35ce-551b-a209-7aaa17ef5946 Strathallan School episodic false A new podcast about life at Strathallan School, one of Scotland's leading Independent schools. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Education, Scotland, boarding, school, Strathallan, Perthshire, Strathallan School https://storage.buzzsprout.com/zlco4czm1ascp6fe36r5gneomftl?.jpg What about the Bear? Highers on the Horizon? Highers on the Horizon? In this episode, Strathallan School staff and former pupils share expert advice and real-life stories about what it’s really like to study Highers, Advanced Highers and 1 Year Highers alongside A Levels in Scotland. 

]]> In this episode, Strathallan School staff and former pupils share expert advice and real-life stories about what it’s really like to study Highers, Advanced Highers and 1 Year Highers alongside A Levels in Scotland. 

]]> Strathallan School Buzzsprout-17635498 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100 1151 Results Day, Highers, Education, Choices, 1 4 bonus false Spreading Our Wings - Life after Strathallan Spreading Our Wings - Life after Strathallan In our latest episode, we explore what it means to leave Strathallan. Tune in to hear from our current pupils about to spread their wings to former pupils who are leaving their mark on the world.

Yi W interviews Fiona MacBain on the Sixth Form experience and Robin Chisholm shares his thoughts on our Build-A-Plane project and the range of opportunities that come with aviation.

Next, we hear from Scottish Rugby player Murphy Walker, commercial airline pilot Sarah Nicol and bagpipe innovator Robbie MacIsaac as they discuss their own incredible journeys and accomplishments since leaving school.

Eva D then dives into deep conversation with Aileen Wilson about our incredible alumni and our Chaplain brings it all together, summing up the essence of Strath. Join us as we reflect on the values and community that help prepare our students to fly in life.

]]> In our latest episode, we explore what it means to leave Strathallan. Tune in to hear from our current pupils about to spread their wings to former pupils who are leaving their mark on the world.

Yi W interviews Fiona MacBain on the Sixth Form experience and Robin Chisholm shares his thoughts on our Build-A-Plane project and the range of opportunities that come with aviation.

Next, we hear from Scottish Rugby player Murphy Walker, commercial airline pilot Sarah Nicol and bagpipe innovator Robbie MacIsaac as they discuss their own incredible journeys and accomplishments since leaving school.

Eva D then dives into deep conversation with Aileen Wilson about our incredible alumni and our Chaplain brings it all together, summing up the essence of Strath. Join us as we reflect on the values and community that help prepare our students to fly in life.

]]> Strathallan School Buzzsprout-13050884 Fri, 16 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0100 2454 3 1 3 full false AI goes to School AI goes to School In this episode, we hear from visiting guestspeaker Ian Yorston, former Director of Digital Strategy at Radley College, Lower Sixth Form English Class, and their views on the morality of AI in education and our lives. We also speak to our Chaplain, Rev Wyllie. 


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'What about the bear?' is a Strathallan School production.
It is edited and produced by Neil Hamilton, Head of Instrumental Music.
All of the Music featured in  'What about the Bear?' is performed and produced by Strathallan students. 

Musicians featured in 'Episode 2 - AI goes to School' include:
Myla C, Laura B and Grace H.

]]> In this episode, we hear from visiting guestspeaker Ian Yorston, former Director of Digital Strategy at Radley College, Lower Sixth Form English Class, and their views on the morality of AI in education and our lives. We also speak to our Chaplain, Rev Wyllie. 


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'What about the bear?' is a Strathallan School production.
It is edited and produced by Neil Hamilton, Head of Instrumental Music.
All of the Music featured in  'What about the Bear?' is performed and produced by Strathallan students. 

Musicians featured in 'Episode 2 - AI goes to School' include:
Myla C, Laura B and Grace H.

]]> Strathallan School Buzzsprout-12879486 Fri, 19 May 2023 10:00:00 +0100 3877 1 2 full false New Beginnings New Beginnings Welcome to Strathallan's brand-new podcast: 'What about the Bear?'

The theme of this episode is New Beginnings. 

We hear from the Headmaster, Chaplain and School captains Max and Melissa interview Miss Grubb on life as a new teacher at Strathallan. 

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 'What about the Bear?' is a Strathallan School production, edited and produced by Neil Hamilton, Head of Instrumental Music.
All of the Music featured in  'What about the Bear?' is performed and produced by Strathallan students. This week's episode includes performances by Angus K, Grace H and Myla C.

]]> Welcome to Strathallan's brand-new podcast: 'What about the Bear?'

The theme of this episode is New Beginnings. 

We hear from the Headmaster, Chaplain and School captains Max and Melissa interview Miss Grubb on life as a new teacher at Strathallan. 

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 'What about the Bear?' is a Strathallan School production, edited and produced by Neil Hamilton, Head of Instrumental Music.
All of the Music featured in  'What about the Bear?' is performed and produced by Strathallan students. This week's episode includes performances by Angus K, Grace H and Myla C.

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