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The CMN Podcast

The CMN Podcast

By: The College Marketing Network + Clearhead
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Learn from FE marketers who are driving change, innovation and creativity across the sector. From standout marketing campaigns to the clever use of film and video in college communications, our guests reveal the stories behind their successes — and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. So don your headphones, put your feet up and find out what FE marketers at all levels love most about their work, the challenges they face and the projects they’re most proud of. This limited edition podcast is a joint project between the College Marketing Network & Clearhead, the video production agency.The College Marketing Network + Clearhead Economics Marketing Marketing & Sales
Episodes
  • Linzi Atkinson | Oldham College
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode, hear from Linzi Atkinson, a marketing leader with 15 years of experience across engineering, retail, and B2B agency work. After being made redundant during COVID, she moved into further education, where she led an award-winning campaign that earned a Silver at the FE First Awards.

    She shares her journey overcoming imposter syndrome while stepping into her role as Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment at Oldham College.

    Episode note: recorded in 2025 - Linzi has now been at Oldham College for a year.


    Oldham College

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The College Marketing Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Clearhead⁠⁠

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    32 mins
  • Lucy McCann | Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges
    Feb 27 2026

    Lucy McCann is the Assistant Director for Marketing at Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges. She talks about the digital revolution, helping colleges stand out and what she's learned from her 20 years of experience.


    Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠The College Marketing Network⁠⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Clearhead⁠

    ⁠Redbridge College Promotional Video⁠

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    23 mins
  • Michelle Blake | College of West Anglia
    Jan 30 2026

    Michelle Blake is the Head of Marketing & Communications at the College of West Anglia. She talks about being the underdog, providing emotional support for a very nervous student and taking on internal comms.


    College of West Anglia

    ⁠⁠⁠The College Marketing Network⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠Clearhead⁠

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    25 mins
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