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S3 Ep3 The Takeover, someone with L Plates is in charge, what could go wrong 14 Mar 202600:29:58

This episode the tables turn… a learner driver (and Vicky’s daughter!) takes over the podcast and puts Francis, Kate and Vicky on the spot.

Is Vicky actually a good instructor? What does Francis really think when learners mess things up? And Kate shares some of your best driving confessions.

We left someone with L-plates in charge… what could possibly go wrong? 🚗

S3 Ep 2 It it worth driving? You could get the bus instead!08 Feb 202600:27:33

We’re busting more test myths…again, pass, fail or chill

One of us decided it’s not even worth the effort and is getting a bus pass


AND Francis has a big confession this ep

Join us for my chaos, crashes and laughs

S3 EP1 - Mind Matters - Talking Mental Health in the Driver’s Seat 09 Jan 202600:30:35

We’re back! Season 3 of Car School Confession kicks off with a really important conversation.

In this episode we’re joined by special guest, Holly, from Blooming Minds. Holly is a qualified mental health first aider, she talks honestly about mental health - on the road, at work and in every day life.

We chat about recognising the signs, supporting others - and yourself and why talking really does make a difference. A must listen for learners, instructors and anyone who’s ever felt the pressure building

Episode 9- Revving up for Santa! Will Francis finally get a licence for two wheels?05 Dec 202500:30:52

Ho ho ho! The Christmas spirit has arrived at the Car School as the hosts unwrap their Secret Santa presets (prepare for some festive confusion!). This week, the crew dives into the highs of working at JLR, will Francis be celebrating and we have some reactions to Ged’s controversial solutions to the driving test back log

Episode 8 - One of Us Failed a Test… and Someone Sent an Embarrassing Typo12 Nov 202500:31:15

One of us has failed a test, the theory test is causing arguments, and the confessions this week are something else! From a crash involving an instructor with no fingernails to an extremely awkward typo sent to a pupil.

A test fail. A text fail. Classic chaos

Welcome to Car School Confessions 😅

Episode 7 Dude, Where’s My Wheel? Test Centre Tourists & Myths Busted28 Sep 202500:34:22

S2 Ep7


What do you get when Francis loses a tyre somewhere en route to Oxford, learners chase down tests at any test centre they can find and Ged from BayView joins the chat? Chaos, confessions, and a lot of laughs. Join Francis, Kate, and Vicky as they chat driving test myths, what should be a Highway Code rule, and ask: is the system broken?

We've all had a crash of some sort...oops!23 Aug 202500:32:27

Reset the accident counter… because yes, it finally happened. We’ve all had something go wrong, and this week we’re proving that even driving instructors aren’t immune to epic fails, bumps and scrapes. After a good run, all good things must come to an end and Kate, Francis, and Vicky are here to spill the lot.

Vicky’s invented a new game for Kate and Francis and we'd love to know what you think. On top of that, we’ve got your brilliant confessions... the ones that make us laugh, cringe, and feel a little less alone when things don’t quite go to plan.

We’re normalising mistakes because, let’s face it, we get it wrong more than most. That’s what Car School Confessions is all about: the truth, the chaos, and the laughs that come with it.


You don't even need to like driving to listen to this, want a laugh? Press PLAY


Mother Trucker19 Jul 202500:31:36

S2, Ep5 – "Mother Trucker"

Vicky’s gone full trucker, Francis is still MIA on his never-ending road trip, and we’ve revived Never Have I Ever for some dangerously honest confessions. From rude place names to absolute chat chaos, this one's off the rails (or off the motorway?).

No L-plates needed – just hit play and enjoy the ride

We got grilled by a driving examiner...and it got awkward25 May 202500:35:01

We handed our podcast over to ex-driving examiner Jason Sykes. In this special episode, Jason turns the tables on the usual hosts- Francis, Kate, and Vicky, with a barrage of brutally honest and sometimes awkward questions. THE TABLES TURNED AGAIN when we asked Jason to confess ALL. As usual we all have confessed something we probably shouldn't' t have. Buckle up for fun, confessions and a little more chaos than usual.

All Fun and Games… Until You Can’t Book a Driving Test23 Apr 202500:29:32

We’re back with another episode of Car School Confessions, and yes… we’re talking driving test waiting times again. Come on, DVSA—sort it out!

Kate puts Francis and Vicky to the test with a quick fire game—who’s taking the crown this time?

Plus, we dive into more of your confessions, uncovering some truly wild driving instructor habits.

Join us for laughs, relatable rants, and a reminder that, hey, we’re all a bit rubbish sometimes!

Top 10 learner cars?18 Mar 202500:30:36

Do you agree with our top 10? What would you bin?

In this episode driving instructor Francis challenges fellow instructors, Kate and Vicky,  to create the ultimate top 10 cars with a game but there’s a twist….

As usual we have more confessions, what have you lot been up to now

Rolling with Sophie- Punctures, Watermelon and Racing17 Feb 202500:33:51

In this episode we have special guest.."The Tyre Lady"...Sophie Lyden. We're diving into the Max Power Era, private race tracks and unexpected chaos of being sick (watermelon style) into a helmet. PLUS we chat ADHD and learning to drive. You'll definitely learn something this episode - probably by accident.


Season 1 - The Best Bits09 Feb 202500:30:39

Did your favourite bit make the final cut?

Are you listening for the first time?, Welcome.

We are three driving instructors dishing the dirt on what happens inside the car. We share secrets, stories and confessions about the funny and scary side of learning to drive. You don't need to be an instructor, learner driver, recently passed or even able to drive at all to listen. We'll make you laugh, put a smile on your face and maybe accidentally you'll learn something along the way


Thanks for listening,

Francis, Kate and Vicky

Dude, Where’s my L plates?28 Dec 202400:29:04

In this episode Francis visits Ireland and is surprised by the driving standards, Vicky has driving test fails and Kate has a law breaking confession from a driving instructor.

Are we gonna be cancelled?07 Nov 202400:31:14

As technology advances and self driving vehicles are developed is there still a need for instructors?

A self driving learner ends up at the test center and why are police called?

You won’t want to miss this one

The Ex Examiner - Roadside s#!t to simple math09 Oct 202400:27:33

In this episode TikTok legend The Ex Examiner joins us to bust myths and share his confessions.

Be warned, he’s seen some sights at the side of the road…find out what shocked Vicky into silence.

As always your hilarious confessions and what have we been up to now?

Driving Pride: A Trans Instructor's Road Through Tanks, Tunes, and LGBTQ+ Life25 Aug 202400:30:52

In this episode our guest Amanda, a driving instructor and Trans Radio UK presenter, joins us as we share funny and downright disgusting confessions-How clean is your car?

Lucky charms, driving tests and unfortunate events 18 Jul 202400:34:29
Episode 13….unlucky for some. Are we unlucky or just stupid? Do you need luck on your driving test and what lucky charm should you take? We share our unfortunate tales and mishaps and you share more of your hilarious confessions. You’d be unlucky to miss this one
Vicky’s pupil spills the beans on what she’s really like as an instructor 13 Jun 202400:28:52
We think we’ve found the world’s slowest police chase! We have a special guest who tells us what it’s really like to be a new driver. It hasn’t been easy or straightforward 🤦‍♀️ What would you do if you have a breakdown abroad and why is Vicky sick of seeing Francis?
Sack your instructor 16 May 202400:25:16
In this episode of "Car School Confessions," we dive into the common problems we face with driving instructors. We also rev things up with a fun game of "True or False" to explore what driving is like in different parts of the world. And of course, you'll get to share more of your hilarious confessions, including that one that had Kate laughing so much she completely looses it. Get ready for an entertaining and informative episode that will leave you in stitches!
Stories and secrets from an examiner 28 Mar 202400:32:40
This episode we’ve got Jason Sykes, ex examiner spilling all the secrets from the test center. And guess what? Francis has gone electric, like zapping into the future! Kate rocked it on TV, superstar vibes! And Vicky? She's taking driving lessons at an airport! Talk about high-flying adventures behind the wheel! 🎉📺🚗✈️
I ran myself over……17 Feb 202400:33:28
As driving instructors we thought we’d heard it all…..until you shared your stories and confessions with us. Find out what’s had us shaking our heads in disbelief and falling about laughing this episode.
Fire on Friday…Getting Jiggy on Saturday 03 Jan 202400:24:44
In the world of Driving Instructors.., What does a bad week look like? Will the £5 ick challenge make it all better?
We’ve been busy? Or on holiday 02 Dec 202300:24:43
Jump in and ride with us! Three driving instructors reveal more crazy confessions, tell all about their new cars and share your shocking stories.
From Scooters to Kate’s massive ick 01 Oct 202300:31:07
Hop in and join us for a ride as three driving instructors spill the beans on the craziest things we've seen during lessons, reveal all about our own learning experiences, and the biggest ick about other instructors. Buckle up for some juicy confessions!
From Tipp-Ex to Pump Juice 10 Sep 202300:27:21
Rev up your laughter engines with our hilarious podcast episode! Tune in for driving confessions, never have I ever, crazy antics and best cars.
From Barbie to a Bin Lorry02 Aug 202300:34:04
Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride! Three instructors reveal their worst cars, driving icks, and hilarious stories from learners. Come along and help us create the ultimate driving playlist!
Stop! Drop and Roll 25 Jun 202300:42:16
Buckle up and hop in the back seat, because we're playing 'Never Have I Ever: Driving Edition' on our podcast! Find out why Kate needs to stop, drop, and roll while we share hilarious tales and crazy confessions from the passenger side!
From Passed Professions to Bottomless Brunch 25 May 202300:41:48
Get ready to jump in the back seat and buckle up. Three driving instructors confess the real reasons they’ve had to cancel lessons and what they get up to outside the car. Hilarious tales and crazy confessions from the passenger side
From Rabbits to Parking BADLY 25 Apr 202300:36:27
Three driving instructors reveal the worst things they’ve done on driving tests to crashing their own cars, our instructors share the juicy and shocking details that will make you laugh, cringe and gasp in disbelief. Listen in as they spill the beans on the wildest and most memorable experiences they've had on the road.
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