When the World Takes Notice: The Story That Changed Everything
From 1 Hour a Week to International Recognition
How Kate and Gabriel's Breakthrough Captured Global Attention
When Kate turned her 1-hour weekly FaceTime calls with separated son Gabriel into an international bestseller and a methodology that creates 100% student engagement, the media couldn't ignore the results.
Here's what they're saying about the methodology that's transforming families, schools, and organizations worldwide:
Major Media Coverage
Countries Now Covering Kate's Story:
- United Kingdom: BBC, Yorkshire Post, regional media
- Canada: TEACH Magazine, educational broadcasts
- United States: MSN, Yahoo and Apple News syndication, healthcare publications
- Pakistan: Education media interest
- European Union: Education Conference acceptance
BBC NEWS: "Literacy Revolution"
"Boy's storytelling method puts 'joy' back into literacy" (June 2025)
What BBC Found:
- 100% of children in pilot programs create their own stories
- Bradford schools reporting unprecedented engagement levels
- Method being implemented across multiple educational authorities
- "Gabriel's approach is revolutionising how we think about childhood creativity"
Why This Matters for Your Organisation:
When BBC News covers an educational breakthrough, it's because the results are undeniable. The same methodology transforming children's literacy is available for your leadership teams, employee engagement, and organisational transformation.
Read the Full ArticleYORKSHIRE POST: "Bradford Children Find Their Voice"
"Bradford children find their voice through new storytelling initiative" (April 2025)
The Numbers That Made Headlines:
- 90% student engagement rate
- Teachers reporting dramatic improvements in confidence
- Children creating stories who had never written creatively before
- Head teachers requesting expansion to more schools
What This Means for Conference Organisers: Yorkshire Post doesn't cover education stories unless they deliver measurable impact. Kate's methodology doesn't just inspire - it creates trackable results your audience can implement immediately.
Read YORKSHIRE POST CoverageMSN: "Educational Revolution"
"11-year-old's story sparks educational revolution" (May 2025)
International Recognition:
- Story syndicated across multiple countries
- International educational leaders requesting implementation
- Corporate training departments can adapt methodology
- Application of same approach for staff engagement
Perfect for International Events: MSN's global reach means Kate's methodology has proven international appeal. Ideal for conferences seeking speakers with worldwide credibility and cross-cultural relevance.
Read MSN Feature
Broadcast Media Highlights
BBC RADIO GLOUCESTERSHIRE: Educational Innovation Feature
"The Adventures of Gabriel" featured on Friday Morning Show (May 2025)
Key Interview Highlights:
- Kate explains the organic process: "He just began orating his story... I just started to take notes"
- The methodology revelation: "A career of 20 years as a physiotherapist, I'd done exactly this - extracting somebody's story"
- Gabriel's pride: "What he seems to be absolutely most proud of is that it's inspiring other children"
- Proven school results: "We can't give them enough stage time - they all want to stand up and read their stories"
Why This Interview Matters for Your Organisation:
Kate demonstrates her natural ability to explain complex methodology in simple, relatable terms. Her healthcare background shows how professional expertise translates into family success - the same skills that make her an effective organisational consultant.
What Schools Are Achieving:
- Children working in pairs: one storyteller, one scribe (removing the fear of blank page)
- Students "uplevel each other's stories" through peer feedback
- Teachers using the framework for entire half-term literacy projects
- Creating "Adventures of [School Name]" anthologies
BCB BRADFORD COMMUNITY RADIO: Bradford Literature Week Feature
StoryQuest live broadcast during Bradford City of Culture celebrations (2025)
Key Program Highlights:
- Kate's Bradford roots: "My family's from Bradford... oral storytelling was just part of my normal childhood"
- Teacher Tom from Dixon's Manningham: "They've seen themselves as authors... it's helped their mental health, it's helped their confidence"
- Live student readings: Children sharing their own stories on air with remarkable confidence
- Student feedback: "It feels like being an author... I can use my thoughts, I can control the story"
What This Demonstrates for Conference Organisers: Kate's ability to manage live broadcasts with multiple participants, including children, shows exceptional presentation skills. The authentic enthusiasm from both teachers and students validates her methodology's real-world impact.
Documented Results from Dixon's Manningham Primary:
- "We haven't come across the same story twice" across hundreds of children
- Students going from seeing writing as "boring" to loving the creative process
- Teachers using StoryQuest for months without student boredom
- Children gaining confidence to appear on radio and share their work publicly
Radio-Ready Professional: Kate's broadcast experience across multiple formats demonstrates clear, engaging communication perfect for media-heavy events and corporate presentations.
Available for Podcast Interviews: Kate actively seeks podcast opportunities to share her constraint-to-breakthrough methodology with new audiences. Her proven broadcast experience and compelling personal story make her an ideal podcast guest for shows focused on:
- Entrepreneurship and business resilience
- Family relationships and parenting
- Educational innovation and child development
- Healthcare leadership and professional development
- Personal transformation and overcoming adversity
PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Educational & Professional Commentary
TEACH MAGAZINE (Canada Sept 2025): "The Birth of StoryQuest™: Storytelling Framework Reignites Writing Confidence in Students"
TEACH Magazine's in-depth feature demonstrates international educational credibility
- Methodology origin story from constraint to classroom success
- Bradford teachers achieving universal student engagement
- Detailed teacher testimonials and student outcomes
- Available at: teachmag.com
Canadian Teacher Magazine (April 2025) "Storytelling as a Tool for Building Children's Resilience"
- Educational implementation strategies for classroom use
- Practical applications of narrative therapy in school settings
- Teacher training protocols for therapeutic storytelling approaches
- Available at: canadianteachermagazine.com
Professional Commentary Publication (2024) "From Adversity to Agency: Storytelling as a Tool for Building Children's Resilience"
- Professional perspective on therapeutic storytelling methodology
- Case study featuring The Adventures of Gabriel as resilience-building tool
- Clinical insights from 20 years of physiotherapy practice applied to family dynamics
- Educational commentary on narrative approaches for children's emotional support
SHERA Research Group (2024) "The Adventures of Gabriel: Stories of Resilience for Children and Mothers in the Family Courts"
- Family court system applications of storytelling methodology
- Research on narrative therapy for separated families
- Institutional transformation through therapeutic storytelling
- Available at: shera-research.com/latest-news
International Conference Recognition
British Psychological Society Annual Conference (January 2025) "From Adversity to Agency: Storytelling as a Tool for Building Children's Resilience"
- Poster presentation on therapeutic storytelling methodology
- Psychological foundations of narrative therapy for children
- Clinical application discussions
The Barcelona Conference on Education (BCE2025)
"Giving Children a Voice: How Storytelling Safeguards Children"
- Accepted: Virtual presentation in Mind, Brain & Psychology stream
- Focus on storytelling as evidence-based child safeguarding tool
- StoryQuest™ framework featured as innovative protection methodology
- Submission recognised for addressing global child maltreatment concerns
The European Conference on Education (ECE2025) "From Adversity to Agency: Storytelling as a Tool for Building Children's Resilience"
- Accepted: Oral presentation on supporting children with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Narrative therapy applications for trauma processing and emotional regulation
- Research-backed approach to building resilience through storytelling
- Recognition of The Adventures of Gabriel as therapeutic intervention model
Why Professional Recognition Matters for Your Event
Credibility: Published commentary in educational and professional journals demonstrates Kate's thought leadership in storytelling methodology
Substance: Kate delivers evidence-based content grounded in 20 years of healthcare experience and real-world family transformation
Applications: Professional validation shows approach effectiveness across healthcare, education, family support, and organisational development contexts
BOOK KATE FOR PROFESSIONAL EVENTSGOVERNMENT & INSTITUTIONAL RECOGNITION
UK PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE EVIDENCE SUBMISSION
Accepted by Parliamentary Committee on Institutional Transformation (2025)
What Parliament Heard:
- Systematic failures in family court systems
- Evidence-based recommendations for child advocacy
- Storytelling methodology as tool for institutional accountability
- Kate's transformation from whistleblower to international expert
Government-Level Credibility: When Parliament accepts your evidence, it validates both your expertise and your methodology. Perfect credential for high-level corporate and government speaking engagements.
THE NUMBERS THAT MADE THE NEWS
Measurable Results That Media Can't Ignore
100% Child Engagement Rate
- Consistently achieved across pilot programs
- Documented by multiple independent sources
- Replicated in different educational contexts
- Featured in every major media story
International Bestseller Status
- Gabriel's books selling across 3 countries
- Educational licensing deals in development
Bradford Schools Success
- Pilot program expanded to additional schools
- Teacher Training in preparation
- European Education conferences accepting presentations
FOR MEDIA PROFESSIONALS:
Why Kate's Story Works
The Perfect Interview Subject
Authentic Story: Real transformation, not theoretical concepts
Measurable Results: 100% engagement rate, not vague inspiration
Visual Content: Gabriel's books, school implementations, family interactions
Broad Appeal: Resonates with parents, educators, business leaders, healthcare workers
Expert Commentary Available On:
Family Resilience & Separation
- Maintaining parent-child connections during crisis
- Creative solutions to connecting with children
- Turning family challenges into strengths
Educational Innovation
- Student engagement strategies that actually work
- Teacher training for 100% engagement achievement
- Measuring educational transformation outcomes
Organisational Transformation
- Leadership resilience during institutional crisis
- Employee engagement through storytelling methodology
- Constraint-to-breakthrough business strategies
Leadership
- Staff burnout reduction through narrative engagement
- Client care improvements via storytelling approaches
- Resilience building for professionals
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA INTEREST
Global Recognition Growing
Countries Covering Kate's Story:
- United Kingdom: BBC, Yorkshire Post, regional media
- Canada: Canadian Teacher Magazine, educational broadcasts
- United States: MSN, Yahoo and Apple News syndication, healthcare publications
- Pakistan: Education media interest
- European Union: Education Conference coverage,
Why International Appeal Matters:
- Methodology works across cultures and contexts
- Story resonates with universal family challenges
- Results replicated in different educational systems
- Corporate applications proven in multiple countries
BOOK KATE FOR YOUR MEDIA OR EVENT
The Speaker Who Delivers Headlines
Why Kate Gets Booked:
✅ Proven Results: 100% engagement rate documented
✅ Authentic Story: Real transformation journey, not theoretical concepts
✅ Media Experience: Comfortable with broadcast, print, and digital interviews
✅ Global Appeal: Story resonates across cultures and contexts
✅ Measurable Impact: Audiences can implement methodology immediately
Ready to Feature Kate?
For Media Interviews:
- Expert commentary on family resilience, education innovation, organisational transformation
- Available for broadcast, podcast, or written interviews
- High-quality audio/video setup for remote interviews
- Press kit and background materials provided
For Speaking Events:
- Keynote presentations that generate media coverage
- Workshop facilitation for measurable outcomes
- International availability with premium positioning
- Follow-up materials and methodology implementation
The Story That Started It All
From Separation to International Recognition
When they said it was impossible, Kate and Gabriel proved them wrong.
1 hour a week became an international bestseller.
100% of children now create their own stories.
The media noticed. The world is watching.
What story will you tell about transformation?