We Are Habs

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We Are Habs, the show that lifts the lid on some of the Old Haberdashers, who after leaving the school have made their mark on the world.

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Elliott Gotkine - From Habs boy to the BBC's man in Buenos Aires and beyond

Mar 20 2022 49 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by Robert Curtis, Executive Producer of the podcast as they turn the tables on Elliott and welcome him as the guest in this bonus episode. Elliott discusses how he developed his journalism career leading to being a TV correspondent for some of the world's largest media organisations. Elliott reminisces

Sir Martin Sorrell - From Hendersons to a global advertising empire (or two!)

Mar 13 2022 59 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by Sir Martin Sorrell (OH 1963). Sir Martin shares stories of his time at Habs and his inspiring career leading the world of advertising as the founder of the world's largest advertising agency, WPP and now as chairman of S4 Capital.

Roderick Williams OBE - A musical journey from the Seldon Hall to the Royal Albert Hall

Feb 28 2022 47 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by Roderick Williams (OH 1983). In this episode you can find Roderick sharing the story of his majestic and illustrious musical career and how Habs played a pivotal role in his education and shaping of his life.

John Vincent MBE - From longhand at the Old Bailey to Leon and The Longhouse

Feb 21 2022 41 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by John Vincent (OH 1990). In this episode you can find John sharing his memories of being educated at Habs with some quite hilarious tales as well as discussing his own business career, entrepreneurial journey with Leon and his wider social impact missions.

Sir Simon Schama - The life and times of Sir Simon at Habs and his life beyond

Feb 04 2022 61 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by Sir Simon Schama (OH 1962). In this episode you can find Sir Simon sharing his memories of being educated at Habs and how it informed his love of learning leading to his world renowned career as an author, historian and academic.

Dr Mala Mawkin - Habs, NASA and improving healthcare in the metaverse

Jan 31 2022 32 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by Dr Mala Mawkin (OH 2013) to talk about her time at Habs and the trajectory of her career in digital healthcare.

Professor Penny Endersby - On COP26, learning to fail....and blowing stuff up

Nov 23 2021 27 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by Professor Penny Endersby (OH 1988). In this episode you can find Penny reminiscing about her time at Habs, especially in developing her love of science and singing as well as hearing her debrief on COP26, becoming an expert in explosives for the MOD and her current leadership role at the Met Office.

One Family, Four Generations of Haberdashers

Nov 16 2021 48 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by four generations of Haberdashers from one family. These include alumni Clive Orton (OH '58), Vanessa Feltz (OH '79), Marc Joss (OH '07), Allegra Benitah (OH '04) and current Habs boy, Zekey. Together they share their own personal experiences attending Habs, the memories created at the school and how

Rish Shah - Habs Boy to the Big Screen

Oct 31 2021 38 mins

Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of opening season of 'We Are Habs' is joined by actor, Rish Shah (OH 2006). Rish shares his personal journey in the world of entertainment, landing his current leading role in the Disney movie, Ms Marvel. He also reminisces on his time at Habs and what the school meant to him as a student and now as an alum.