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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · 2d

Wonderful evening at @britishlibrary.bsky.social listening to @drmirandakaufmann.bsky.social & Sudhir Hazareesingh discuss their new books as part of “Heiresses and Rebels:
Stories of Money, Exploitation and Resistance in Caribbean and Atlantic Slavery”.

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Sep 6

Incredibly poor customer service from @britishgashq.bsky.social Been told I am £7,000 in debt despite being in credit in December of 2024. Raised a complaint 3 months ago, which got an initial response and gone nowhere. In mean time direct debit is now £815 (x3!). Any help to escalate further?

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Aug 29

Please tell me @thehistoryguy.bsky.social has a plan for a special podcast recorded on board.

Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Aug 28

When a Viking longship docks in London, what history teacher wouldn’t want to climb aboard??? Thanks to the crew of Saga Farmann for being so hospitable and answering all my questions!

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Aug 29

Oh wow! That will also be incredible

Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Aug 28

When a Viking longship docks in London, what history teacher wouldn’t want to climb aboard??? Thanks to the crew of Saga Farmann for being so hospitable and answering all my questions!

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Dr Lindsey Fitzharris @drlindseyfitz.bsky.social · Aug 1

Apparently, the pencil-pushers at the Home Office also have no clue how prohibitively expensive it would be to be treated in the US without insurance. I've lived in the UK for 23 years, and I'm a citizen. Why am I being treated like a non-citizen?

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Dr Lindsey Fitzharris @drlindseyfitz.bsky.social · Aug 1

Immigration Update: the Home Office asked me to provide documents re: my medical condition, which I did. A few hours later, they asked me to provide evidence for why I cant be treated in the USA.

Um...what? I'm a British citizen. Why am I not allowed to return home for my breast cancer care?

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jul 25

On World IVF Day I’m celebrating the science, alchemy and miracle that occurred to bring F&F into our lives. Fertility issues are a taboo that needs breaking. It’s not a guarantee (19 failed cycles) but it’s made parenthood possible for soo many more. #worldivfday

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jul 22

Here is my summer list for the holidays. Something to give the weeks structure and maximise the time I have.

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jul 8

I got you JM.

Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 23

It’s sports day tomorrow.
So of course I’ve packed a bag full of so many snacks you would think I was competing in the Heptathlon.

Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 21

Hi Jen. No, im 2Q, 1945-1980. Happy to share what I have though. I recommend the AQA Facebook group to help with resources.

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 18

Wonderful anniversary episode of History Hit on the Battle of Waterloo. Make sure you listen all the way to the end as the coda with @thehistoryguy.bsky.social and his Dad is brilliant. Congratulations on 10 years!

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Feb 11

Taking the EEF 7 steps model to increase students independence in revision, combined with our active revision strategies of audit, understand, memorise, organise and apply. The active revision clock models the value of structured and meaningful revision.

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 16

Doh! The perils of cross posting!
As I said to Dan, these briefings are so good at giving context for emerging and flashpoint issues. Always feel like I understand the news more after listening to one of these.

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 16

Blimey! I should compliment you more often 🤣

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 16

Listening to the fantastic “Iran & Israel: Allies to Enemies” from @historyhitsuk.bsky.social I told @thehistoryguy.bsky.social the other day that these “emergency briefing” podcasts are exceptional and a must listen. Perfect lens to understand the present through the past.

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 12

Just received a treat from @foxlanebooks.bsky.social Beautifully wrapped, speedily delivered with a personalised message! Cant wait to tuck into “Leftovers” @historyeats.bsky.social after hearing her at @yorkfestofideas.bsky.social on Monday. @booksaremybag.bsky.social #choosebookshops

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Simon Beale @spbeale.bsky.social · Jun 11

Yes. Some lessons use it as a starter, other as a main activity and sometimes as a plenary. They are all in the British Museum so it helps build towards that enquiry in Year 9.