Olly takes the reins as the temporary host, filling in for Terry, who is busy completing his 5k runs for charity. As they dive into the episode, the discussion quickly shifts to a pressing concern: the alarming rise in drug driving incidents, particularly among younger drivers. The speakers explore the societal shifts that have led to a decrease in alcohol consumption among youth, yet a simultaneous increase in drug use, raising questions about the perception of danger associated with drug driving versus drink driving. With insights from regular guests; Tom Stenson and Dr Liz Box, as well as special guest, Neale Kinnear, the conversation flows into the nuances of how driving instructors can engage with their students to address these issues effectively. They emphasise the importance of understanding the cultural context and the need for open dialogues surrounding these topics, as driving instructors stand at a unique intersection where they can impact young people's attitudes toward road safety.

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Liz Box

Neale Kinnear

The full team is back together for this one, as Terry is joined by Olly Tayler, Kate Monk, Tom Stenson, and Dr Liz Box to dive into one key theme: collaboration.

Bringing together perspectives from driver training, research, and road safety campaigning, the panel explores why no single group has all the answers, and how real progress comes from working together. From coaching learners and involving parents to influencing wider road safety strategy, collaboration sits at the heart of it all.

The conversation also tackles the barriers: fear, cost, competition, and mindset. But the message is clear: small steps, curiosity, and a willingness to try can open doors.

If the goal is safer drivers, collaboration isn’t optional; it’s essential.

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In this episode, Terry Cook (creator of The Instructor Podcast) convenes the team - driving instructor, Kate Monk and former police officer Olly Tayler - to confront the lack of consequences for road harm.

The panel analyses a harrowing case where an 18-year-old driver received only 14 months for the deaths of two passengers. Together, they dissect the legal gap between 'due care' and 'dangerous driving' and the 'exceptional hardship' loophole that keeps high-risk drivers on the road.

The team moves beyond the legalities to discuss the necessary cultural shift in parenting and education required to end the 'lost generation' of drivers. This is a vital discussion for instructors and the wider community on restoring accountability to our roads.

The Honest Truth

My Learner Driver

Instructor Performance & Psychology