
Every week the Wonkhe team and guests from across higher education dissect the week's big policy developments, and we also feature views from around the sector.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 291 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentEducation | |||

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Really useful podcast covering policy developments in my industry, but the host needs to slow down, he speaks almost incomprehensibly fast.
It is so easy to keep up with what’s going on in HE with this across-the-board, unbiased, insightful reporting.
This is an interesting and informative podcast however the production really lets it down. Volume levels are all over the shop and the background music is usually way too loud leaving it unpleasant to listen to. Hopefully this can be sorted!
The production of this series is significantly better than the first. Sharp, snappy and an essential listen for anyone involved in higher education.
Great concise overview of the week.
Fun tone, great host.
More please!
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This series focuses on the key policy developments in higher education, providing insights into how these changes affect institutions, students, and the broader landscape of education. Frequent discussions cover topics such as government funding, student welfare, and the implications of new legislation, often featuring expert opinions from industry leaders and academics. Notably, the program emphasizes a critical and informed dialogue about pressing issues like student protests, employability challenges, and ongoing reforms within universities. It serves as a vital resource for those interested in understanding the complexities of higher education policies and their impact on various stakeholders.
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