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  • E147: Liv got the job ….. PLUS Big Announcement about the podcast!
    2025/11/24

    What are the things you wish school had actually taught you about understanding yourself, life, friendships, mindset, relationships, confidence and health?

    That’s exactly why mum-and-daughter duo Jane & Liv created The School Run Podcast — to open the world to everything school didn’t teach you.


    And today’s episode is a BIG one.

    Big news. Big change. Big emotions.

    And a moment we’ve known has been coming… but didn’t quite expect to feel this deeply.


    In this episode we talk about:


    ✨ Liv’s exciting news — after three intense interviews she’s been offered an incredible degree apprenticeship in the property and construction sector. You’ll hear the full journey: nerves, imposter syndrome, the pride, the celebrations… and what she’s most excited (and scared) about.


    ✨ The truth about nearly 150 episodes — the consistency, the joy, the impact, and the beautiful messages from our 17,000+ listeners.


    ✨ How The School Run Podcast began — from car chats on that long school commute to becoming a space that’s supported young people, parents, teachers and families across the country.


    ✨ What’s changing… and why — Liv is stepping into full-time work + a degree and stepping back as co-host (for now). She’ll always be co-founder, but Jane is taking the podcast forward into a new era aligned with Little Voices, empowering young people and supporting parents and educators.


    ✨ Endings & beginnings — Liv’s emotional goodbyes to her café job and her Tuesday Little Voices role, and what she’s learned from seeing children’s confidence grow from the other side of the classroom.


    ✨ A huge shoutout to our producer, Mike at Making Digital Real — honestly, we physically couldn’t have done this journey without him.


    ✨ And… The Olive Jar — the digital release, the lifelong impact it’s had on Jane (she’s on her 5th round), and why it’s one of the most transformational things you can do for your mindset and wellbeing.


    https://theolivejar.online/


    Discount early bird until 1st Dec - lifetime access

    OLIVEJAR50


    Thank you for being part of this community.

    Whether you’ve listened from day one or you’re brand new — we appreciate you more than you know. 💛



    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*liv@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠


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    24 分
  • E146: Are they ‘the one’ - your love life discuss …..
    2025/11/17

    In this episode Jane & Liv chat about finding ‘the one’ - love lives ………



    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*liv@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠


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    31 分
  • E145: Trust - how is trust built, how is it lost, can it be rebuilt?
    2025/11/10

    In this episode Jane & Liv chat about trust. How is it built? How is it broken and can trust be rebuilt.

    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*liv@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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    33 分
  • E144: What is your blind spot & what are the patterns we constantly run?
    2025/11/03

    In this episode Jane & Liv chat about the patterns that we repeat; the helpful ones and the unhelpful ones. We are all living in our blind spot and finding our what we are doing and being aware is so FABULOUS!


    We hope that you enjoy this episode!

    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*liv@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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    31 分
  • E143: Catch up; Liv's interview, Tattoos, recent guests.......
    2025/10/27

    In this episode Jane & Liv chat through life recently and the choices we make and experiences that we have.

    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*liv@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠


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    22 分
  • E142: Marathons, marketing and mindset with George Simmons
    2025/10/20

    In this episode Jane & Liv chat with George Simmons and talk all about his mindset and achievements with running and fitness


    An episode not to be missed as it’s real and authentic.


    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*olivia@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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    54 分
  • E141:The Power of Connection: Andy Lopata on Building Meaningful Professional Relationships
    2025/10/13

    Why do some people seem to have opportunities flow to them with ease, while others struggle to build the right support network? The difference often comes down to how we approach relationships.

    In this episode of The School Run Podcast, Jane and Liv are joined by Andy Lopata — author, international speaker, and one of Europe’s leading experts on networking and professional relationships. Recognised by Forbes as a “true master of networking” and described by the Financial Times as a top business strategist, Andy shares how cultivating authentic connections can transform your career and your life.

    Together we explore:

    • ​Andy’s Relationship Matrix model — and how it can help you move from leaving relationships to chance, to nurturing them with intention
    • ​Why asking for help is not a weakness but a strength, and how to reframe “usefulness” in your network
    • ​The three biggest reasons people hold back from asking — and how to overcome them
    • ​Lessons Andy learned from his own school years, bullying, and the mentors who helped shape his path
    • ​Why aligning who you are personally and professionally helps you show up with authenticity in all areas of life

    This is a conversation about more than just networking — it’s about building trust, finding the right mentors, and surrounding yourself with people who lift you higher. Whether you’re a student, early in your career, or an established professional, Andy’s wisdom will change the way you think about the relationships around you.

    ✨ Connect with Andy via the links in our show notes, and don’t forget to follow The School Run Podcast so you never miss an episode.

    https://lopata.co.uk/



    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*olivia@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠


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    50 分
  • E140: Finding Strength in Community: Leah Scott on Bravely Together and the Journey of Medical Motherhood
    2025/10/06

    What happens when life takes a turn you never imagined, and motherhood looks completely different from the picture you once held? In this heartfelt episode of The School Run Podcast, we sit down with Leah Scott — health coach, EFT practitioner, and founder of Bravely Together.

    Leah’s story is one of courage, compassion, and resilience. As a mum who has navigated the challenges of caring for children with complex medical needs — including the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Paige — Leah has turned her lived experience into a mission: to help other mums reclaim their energy, wellbeing, and sense of self while caring for their children.

    We explore:

    • How Bravely Together was born and why community is so vital for mums in similar situations

    • Practical wellbeing tips for parents who feel there’s “no time” for themselves

    • The power of peer support and why being understood makes all the difference

    • How simple daily practices — from hydration to movement to EFT tapping — can create space for healing

    • Why resilience doesn’t mean “doing it all” but finding light in the chaos

    Whether you’re a parent yourself, know a family navigating complex care needs, or simply want to hear a story that reframes what it means to find strength in adversity, this conversation will stay with you.

    ✨ Connect with Leah and find out more about Bravely Together via the links in our show notes. And if you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

    Podcasts for us are all about learning and sharing, of course free to listen to.

    We have some small costs to cover so if you would like to buy us a virtual cup of tea and Chocolate fudge brownie Frappe with soya milk, coffee and cream (Liv’s favourite) when we are planning them out please click here ….. ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theschoolrun⁠⁠

    **Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials @‌theschoolrun_official / @‌mrsjanejames on Instagram, or search and follow Jane James on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at **⁠⁠*olivia@schoolrunpodcast.com **⁠⁠

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    Links: For information of Jane’s company Little Voices head to ⁠⁠http://www.littlevoices.org.uk⁠⁠

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    Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are just a mum and daughter, sharing their thoughts and chatting with guests that we really respect and sharing our personal stories and insights. Please seek professional advice if you need it.

    This episode is edited by Mike Roberts of ⁠Making Digital Real⁠

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    46 分