72 Weeks

New College, Oxford

Produced by New College, Oxford, 72 Weeks details how life can change, and indeed has changed, for people over the course of an Oxford University degree. Each episode focuses on a different theme, with guests having some form of commonality.

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Episodes

Episode 9 - Harvey says....study Law

Discussions surrounding the pathways to the 'vocation' that is Law. Recorded in February 2023.

Mar 31, 2023•31 min•Ep. 9

Episode 8 - Medicine: A life's story

The eighth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding Medicine; the most human of subjects and one that can truly impact 'a life's story'. Oh, and a little bit of Strictly as well. Recorded in November 2022.

Dec 01, 2022•49 min•Ep. 8

Episode 7: You always remember a good (Head)teacher

The seventh episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding English, Chemistry, Oxford University traditions, the importance of reading, what makes a good Headteacher, why teaching is a rewarding career option, and the wonder that is Taylor Swift. Recorded in October 2022.

Nov 24, 2022•35 min•Ep. 7

Episode 6: Studying History and being a JCR President at Oxford University

The sixth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding History, New College, being the JCR President, leading the College, the importance of debate, career-paths, and 'Cornettos'. Recorded in October 2022.

Nov 17, 2022•44 min•Ep. 6

Episode 5: Studying Biology at Oxford University

The fifth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding Biology, New College, studying during the Covid pandemic, career-paths, female role-models in Science, and the wonder of birds. Recorded in October 2022.

Nov 09, 2022•42 min•Ep. 5

Episode 4: Being from Liverpool and studying PPE at Oxford University

The fourth episode of 72 Weeks involves discussions surrounding Everton, PPE, New College, Manners Makyth Man, teenage band names, and being a John Lennon lookalike.

Aug 05, 2022•39 min•Ep. 4

Episode 3: LGBTQ+ life in Oxford

The third episode of 72 Weeks explores the experiences of two members of the LGBTQ+ community at New College. Growing up in different times, with different experiences, Nigel and Gabriel openly share their stories.

Jul 29, 2022•26 min•Ep. 3

Episode 2: Being a Showman at Oxford University

The second episode of 72 Weeks explores the fascinating experiences of two members of the GTRSB community, as they outline their educational journeys to Oxford University.

Jul 18, 2022•29 min•Ep. 2

Episode 1: Being Welsh, and studying Geography, at Oxford University

The first episode of 72 Weeks explores the experiences of two Welsh people at Oxford University, with the same first name, same hometown, and the same love for the subject of Geography.

Jul 14, 2022•22 min•Ep. 1

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