Debriefing gone wrong? In this episode, Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill explore how simulation debriefs derail (from over-teaching and awkward silences to lost psychological safety) and how to fix them. Learn practical tips, debrief models and communication skills to make every simulation count.

In this episode Lawrence Hill and Tony Jermy are joined by Kate Ewing, Lead for Clinical Simulation Learning at the University of Northampton. With 25 years of NHS experience as a nurse, midwife, and educator, Kate shares her passion for simulation as a “bit of magic” that transforms healthcare education. Together, we unpack why simulation matters, how to build psychological safety, and what it takes to embed high-quality practice across diverse programmes.

Welcome back to school everyone! As we begin a new school year in higher education, Tony and Lawrence discuss some changes to simulation at UEA Norwich and the impact that this might have on them moving forwards...

In this special 2nd birthday episode Lawrence gives Tony a very special birthday gift...

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In this episode Tony and Lawrence dive into the world of Bloom’s Taxonomy — but with a twist....

You’ve probably seen learning outcomes like “Students will understand…” or “Learners will evaluate…”. But in the world of a simulation, do those verbs actually mean anything?

Join us as we explore:
• Why traditional Bloom’s verbs fall short in simulation and clinical training
• The real problems with vague or passive learning outcomes
• A revised taxonomy of simulation-friendly verbs
• How to avoid educational jargon that confuses more than it clarifies

This episode is packed with practical examples, verbal rants (the good kind), and tips for writing learning objectives that are real, measurable, and meaningful.

Reference:

Newton, P. M., Da Silva, A., & Peters, L. G. (2020, July). A pragmatic master list of action verbs for bloom's taxonomy. In Frontiers in Education (Vol. 5, p. 107). Frontiers Media SA.

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In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the often overlooked but absolutely essential role of the Simulation-Based Education (SBE) Technician.

Joining us is Josh Johnson, Senior Simulation Technician at the University of East Anglia. With a background in musicology and a passion for both creativity and technical excellence, Josh shares candid insights into his unique journey into healthcare simulation and what it truly means to be an SBE Tech.

This episode not only celebrates the indispensable contributions of simulation technicians but also critically examines the systems, expectations and real-world challenges they face. If you’re involved in healthcare education, simulation design, or workforce development, this episode will be perfect for you.

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In this episode hosts Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill are joined by Mark Ridgeway, Simulation Lead at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Together, they dive into the realities, challenges and opportunities of delivering high-impact simulation within a large NHS Trust.

Using the S.I.T.E. model (Surroundings, Information, Team, and Equipment) Tony and Lawrence guide the conversation through the practical framework they’ve developed to help structure and analyse effective simulation design.

Whether you’re new to simulation or leading a programme yourself, this episode offers honest, practice-based reflections on what it takes to embed simulation into the fabric of NHS education and clinical practice.

Subscribe and join the conversation as we explore simulation that makes a difference.

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In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Nathan Conradie, founder and CEO of Proficien, a company that uses digital solutions to enable healthcare professionals and providers to monitor skills proficiency. Nathan discusses his novel approach to this by assigning skills 'currency' which fluctuates in value depending on how current the individual is in a given skill.

To find out more about Proficien and the work Nathan is doing, please access the links below:

Website - https://www.proficien.org/
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/proficien
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/proficien_technologies

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