The St Thomas More Catholic School Podcast

Media Studies: PPE Preparation

Mr Richards guides Year 13 through what to expect in the upcoming PPE Component One and Two examinations.

English: PPE Preparation

Mr Richards is joined by Miss Woollam for an extended podcast focusing on how you can prepare for the GCSE English Language and Literature PPEs.

Media Studies: Industry and Audience Theory

Mr Richards takes a look into the last section of theories needed for A Level Media by discussing the industry theories and audiences theories from the likes of Bandura, Hall and Jenkins

Media Studies - Representation Theories

A deeper look into the importance of the various theories of Representation needed for both Component One and Two at A Level Media Studies

English - Unseen Poetry Tips

Mr Richards gives some hints and tips for how to deal with Unseen Poetry ahead of next week’s Y11 Mini Mock

English: Power and Conflict Poetry Mini Mock Review

Mr Richards and Miss Howell talk you through the importance of ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ and other poems that you could have discussed in the most recent Mini Mock.

Media Studies: Theories Part One (Media Language)

Mr Richards responds to student request for a deeper dive into the theories needed for the exam and starts with Media Language theories.

Media Studies - The Bridge: Open Evening Live

Another live podcast recorded during the Sixth Form Open Evening where Mr Richards was joined again by Shannon and Piper to look at The Bridge with the initial reflections based on the first watch in class.