
The Alternative GCSE Podcast
The Alternative GCSE Podcast
Season 3!!!!!! Episode 1 What's the point?
Why do so many teens feel lost, unmotivated, or totally disconnected from school — even when they’re doing well academically?
In this opening episode of the new season, Emma explores why teens so often say: “What’s the point?” — and what we can do about it.
You’ll hear real stories from students who’ve left school, stayed in school, or hit a wall despite good grades. From Ruby, who found freedom through home ed, to Josh, who could get the marks but couldn’t find the meaning — this episode looks beneath the surface of teen disengagement.
We’ll also explore:
- 🧠 How the teenage brain really handles motivation
- 🌍 What we can learn from innovative schools like High Tech High in California
- 🤖 Why AI-supported learning and collaborative education may hold answers for the future
- 💡 A reframed question that could help teens rediscover their ‘why’
Whether you're a teen, a parent, or a teacher — this is your reminder that disconnection isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of asking better questions.
🎧 Listen now — and don’t forget to share with someone who needs this episode.