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Scott Yung: A passion for education
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In this episode of the Watercooler podcast, David Hughes welcomes Scott Yung, an education entrepreneur and advocate for Robert Menzies' vision for Australia.
Scott shares his inspiring story of starting from humble beginnings in Sydney's Waterloo, growing up in a Housing Commission, and attending a public selective school.
He worked his way up the corporate ladder before challenging now Premier Chris Minns for the state seat of Kogarah. Despite limited resources, Scott's campaign made the seat the most marginal in the state.
Today, Scott runs a primary school coaching college called the Primary Way, focusing on STEM education and practical skills for children. Join Dave as he delves into Scott's upbringing, his parents, and life in Waterloo.
Timeline:
[00:01:26] Scott's upbringing and parents.
[00:04:05] Falling in love with politics.
[00:08:55] Birthplace of Clive James.
[00:12:23] Working at Yellowbrick Road.
[00:16:28] Equipping students for the future.
[00:19:14] Education system decline.
[00:23:00] Valuing teaching as a profession.
[00:28:24] Starting a business in Australia.
[00:33:22] Peter Dutton's genuine listening.
[00:35:51] Financial stability and family.
131 episoade
Manage episode 371095380 series 2949505
In this episode of the Watercooler podcast, David Hughes welcomes Scott Yung, an education entrepreneur and advocate for Robert Menzies' vision for Australia.
Scott shares his inspiring story of starting from humble beginnings in Sydney's Waterloo, growing up in a Housing Commission, and attending a public selective school.
He worked his way up the corporate ladder before challenging now Premier Chris Minns for the state seat of Kogarah. Despite limited resources, Scott's campaign made the seat the most marginal in the state.
Today, Scott runs a primary school coaching college called the Primary Way, focusing on STEM education and practical skills for children. Join Dave as he delves into Scott's upbringing, his parents, and life in Waterloo.
Timeline:
[00:01:26] Scott's upbringing and parents.
[00:04:05] Falling in love with politics.
[00:08:55] Birthplace of Clive James.
[00:12:23] Working at Yellowbrick Road.
[00:16:28] Equipping students for the future.
[00:19:14] Education system decline.
[00:23:00] Valuing teaching as a profession.
[00:28:24] Starting a business in Australia.
[00:33:22] Peter Dutton's genuine listening.
[00:35:51] Financial stability and family.
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