We Are Habs

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.

9 Episodes

Elliott Gotkine - From Habs boy to the BBC's man in Buenos Aires and beyond
3/21/2022
49:03
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 about his years at Habs, especially his love of water polo and more.
Sir Martin Sorrell - From Hendersons to a global advertising empire (or two!)
3/14/2022
59:05
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.
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Roderick Williams OBE - A musical journey from the Seldon Hall to the Royal Albert Hall
3/1/2022
47:05
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
2/22/2022
41:22
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
2/4/2022
1:01:29
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
1/31/2022
32:09
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
11/23/2021
27:47
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
11/16/2021
48:02
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 their time at Habs informed their own careers.
Rish Shah - Habs Boy to the Big Screen
10/31/2021
38:38
Elliott Gotkine (OH 1994) host of the 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.

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We Are Habs

We Are Habs

9 Episodes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

One Family, Four Generations of Haberdashers

Rish Shah - Habs Boy to the Big Screen