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Dec 2020
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Welcome to Life...On Our Terms

THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
About this episode

Life…On Our Terms is the podcast that shines a light on amazing individuals who’ve rewritten the rules and forged their own successful paths. Presented by Gemma Cairney, this series with The Open University features sit-down chats with remarkable guests as we ask what they think about education, and how being able to learn in a way that works for them is key to achieving their ambitions. Each week, Gemma will be joined by a guest such as George The Poet, Jamal Edwards or Lavinya Stennett, as well as students from The Open University. It will leave you feeling inspired about what’s possible, and with a few ideas on what those first steps could look like for you.


Set your ambition free with The Open University. Find out more at: http://www.open.ac.uk/?cid=prts-1840395782


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