Bonus Episode: What Creating a Podcast Taught Us About Real Learning

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If you enjoyed this podcast, we'd love to hear from you! In this reflective bonus episode of The Secrets of Learning and Development , Julia and Valerie turn the mic on themselves to share the unexpected lessons they've learned from creating the podcast. From realising how people fit learning into their daily lives, to discovering the quiet power of voice and conversation, they explore what has made this journey meaningful - both for them and their listeners. They talk about: Why learning doesn’t need a classroom How stories often stick more than strategies The surprising intimacy of audio Why downloads don’t measure real impact If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a podcast - or how learning really happens in the moments between the frameworks - this episode offers a warm and thoughtful look at what matters most. We are thrilled to share 'The Secrets of Learning and Development' Podcast has won Podcast of the Year 2025 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our listeners for your encouragement, shares and support. It means the world. Support the show Support the Show Help us continue making great content and get a shout-out on the show!

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