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People Are Everything

People Are Everything

By: Julia Duthie
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With candid conversations about relationships, trauma, success, failure, life changes, and everything in between, People Are Everything offers listeners an inspiring and relatable exploration of the human experience.

Julia’s signature question is at the heart of each episode: “Who are the five people who have shaped the person you are today?” The answers reveal intimate and thought-provoking insights into the relationships, experiences, and moments that define us.

Whether you’re seeking wisdom, motivation, or a sense of connection, this podcast will leave you reflecting on the people and moments that have shaped your story and wondering who your five would be!Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Every Day Is Father’s Day | Stories of the Dads Who Shaped Us

    Every Day Is Father’s Day | Stories of the Dads Who Shaped Us
    Jun 24 2026
    S05 - Extra - Father's Day

    At People Are Everything, our guests are invited to share the five people who have most shaped their lives — and time and again, parents appear in those stories.

    For Father’s Day, we celebratd the fathers and father figures who show up in our conversations: the steady ones, the brave ones, the quiet mentors, the protectors, the role models, and the people whose love was felt through action as much as words.

    Because fatherhood can take many forms. It can be confidence, guidance, safety, sacrifice, humour, courage, or simply the knowledge that someone is there — right to the end of the world.

    Father’s Day may fall once a year, but at People Are Everything, we believe the people who shape us are worth celebrating every day.

    Watch and listen to the full conversations on YouTube or your favourite podcast platform.

    Today's excerpts from Series 05 are :-

    Dan Sitner

    Dan’s father represented steadiness, responsibility and quiet love; a man who showed devotion through work, family duty and small but unforgettable moments of emotion.

    Dror Allouche

    Dror’s father gave him the gift of confidence: the belief that life can always improve, even in the next 30 minutes.

    Jathan Janove

    Jathan’s father helped shape his life’s work by introducing him to trust, organisational development and the idea that workplaces can be made more human.

    Laura Garcia

    Laura’s father was her first love and safe place; a devoted presence who made her feel protected, supported and capable of anything.

    Martin Morales

    Martin’s father taught him courage, calmness and responsibility, showing him how to stay steady when life becomes unstable.

    Tim Hughes

    Tim’s father quietly modelled integrity, purpose and allyship, standing up for others long before it was easy or expected.

    • Sit back and enjoy. Each section is divided by a 10s interlude of music between each guest.
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  • The School Turnaround Expert Who Came Out of Retirement 5 Times | Bill Sommers’ 5 People

    The School Turnaround Expert Who Came Out of Retirement 5 Times | Bill Sommers’ 5 People
    Jun 9 2026
    S05 EP09 Bill Sommers In this thoughtful and energising episode of People Are Everything, Julia Duthie speaks with Dr William “Bill” Sommers, an educator, author, leadership coach and lifelong learner whose work has taken him from inner-city classrooms to school turnarounds, national staff development leadership, coaching principals and superintendents, and writing extensively about learning, culture and human potential. Bill arrives in the conversation just one week after a knee replacement, joking that if they offered “a brain replacement” he might be better off, a moment that immediately sets the tone: humble, funny, sharp and full of life. Julia is clearly fascinated by Bill’s depth of experience, especially his belief that schools should be more human, less bureaucratic, and built around real relationships. At the heart of the interview are the five people who shaped Bill’s thinking: Art Costa, who taught him to focus on what people do when they don’t know the answer; Marshall Goldsmith, whose coaching philosophy helped Bill understand leadership as service; Rich Sheridan, who inspired him to think about joy, collaboration and ending human suffering through better systems; John Saphier, a trusted educational thinker grounded in practical, research-led teaching; and Amy Edmondson, whose work on psychological safety connects deeply with Bill’s belief that children and staff can only flourish when they feel safe enough to try, fail and grow. Julia repeatedly connects Bill’s stories to her own experience in education and her own unconventional learning journey, creating a warm, reflective exchange about curiosity, courage, young people, legacy and why people matter more than systems. Highlights Bill’s journey from college athlete to inner-city teacher, principal, superintendent, author and leadership coachWhy he has come out of retirement five times to help turn around struggling schoolsThe importance of courage, humility and discipline in leadershipWhy schools need to focus on what students do when they don’t know the answerJulia and Bill’s shared belief in lifelong learning and curiosityThe role of teachers and school leaders in noticing children who are strugglingWhy Bill believes “knowledge is important and insufficient”How improv helped Bill understand conflict, creativity and communicationThe influence of Marshall Goldsmith’s coaching philosophy: “It’s not about you, it’s about them”Rich Sheridan’s idea of bringing joy back into workplaces and learning environmentsWhy psychological safety is essential for students, staff and innovationA powerful discussion about AI, critical thinking and the future of educationBill’s moving story of London, the student he promised to support through graduationThe importance of mattering, belonging and relationship before academic achievementJulia’s reflections on her own educational path and the people who helped her when she was youngThe question of legacy: who carries forward the work of educational giants like Sir Ken Robinson? Bill’s 5 Most Influential People 1. Art Costa Bill describes Art Costa as his number one influence and a mentor of around 40 years. Art’s work on thinking skills, reflective practice and the “habits of mind” helped Bill stay in education when he was ready to leave. The idea that shaped Bill most was Art’s question: what do people do when they don’t know what to do? 2. Marshall Goldsmith Marshall Goldsmith influenced Bill’s approach to coaching leaders, especially through the idea that leadership is not about ego, status or personal success — it is about helping the people around you get better. Bill connects Marshall’s work with humility, courage, discipline and measurable personal growth. 3. Rich Sheridan Rich Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations and author of Joy, Inc., helped Bill think differently about joy, collaboration and workplace culture. Rich’s mission to “end human suffering due to technology” inspired Bill to ask whether education should aim to end human suffering for students and staff. 4. John Saphier John Saphier is Bill’s go-to educational thinker when he wants to know whether an idea is truly solid. Bill praises his practical, research-based work, especially around skillful teaching and high expectations, and describes him as a lighthouse in education. 5. Amy Edmondson Bill chooses Amy Edmondson for her work on psychological safety. Her ideas connect strongly with Bill’s belief that schools and organisations need environments where people feel safe enough to ask questions, try things, make mistakes and learn. Hosted by Julia Duthie. Learn more about your host, get Julia's book here: https://loom.ly/DxZH3GU Full episode available now on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Watch or Listen on your favourite podcast platform: Youtube: https://loom.ly/nb-WD3QApple: https://loom.ly/EgwKsWkSpotify: https://loom.ly/GHo0lEo 📲 Follow us on ...
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