The VOICE of Dana Karic, Class of 2003
In this episode of What I Learned at School - Alfredian Voices, Heather Roberts has an informal conversation with Old Alfredian Dana Karic, Class of 2003, about her enduring memories and experiences at King Alfred School. Dana reminisces about building the first treehouse with her peers and constructing a boat, highlighting both the physical scars and the pride these projects brought.
She delves into the invaluable lesson of critical thinking and checking sources, imparted by her teachers. Dana expresses concern for today's youth who might be swayed by false information on social media. She also recalls her involvement in various school activities, from the Phoenix Theatre opening to participating in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Dana's anecdotes paint a vivid picture of a unique and supportive educational environment that nurtured independent thought and creativity.
Lastly, she shares how her family's move to England and their initial interactions with King Alfred School left a lasting positive impression, leading to the creation of a similarly inspired school in Serbia.
Creators and Guests
Composer
Amy Cash
Amy Cash is an actress, VoiceOver artist and an Old Alfredian from the Class of 2020, having joined The King Alfred School (KAS) for Sixth Form. Since KAS, she has gone on to train at Mountview Drama School and is pursuing a career in acting. She kindly offered to lend us her voice and record the introductions for Alfredian Voices - with a little help from Dan in music. Make sure to watch out for an Amy shaped space on a stage or screen near you soon!
Guest
Dana Karic
As the leader of the Karić Brothers Foundation, Dana Karić (Danica Karic) Stojilković is dedicated to realizing numerous social initiatives focused on education, social responsibility, and providing assistance to the most vulnerable. Through her work, she promotes the values of philanthropy and solidarity, and her commitment to social responsibility makes her a role model for many. Dana is also a successful artist, who, for nearly 30 years, has captivated audiences with her charisma and talent through her music. Her voice and energy have left an indelible mark on the domestic music scene in Serbia. In November 2025, Dana’s work was recognised with two awards: the Prestigious “Svetislav Milić – Award and the Lady of the Year award in Serbia. This award is given annually to individuals for their exceptional contribution to culture, humanity, and social engagement. This year’s humanitarian and peace award recipient is Dana was recognized for her long- standing work in the field of social responsibility, especially through projects aimed at assisting children and young people from vulnerable groups. Her dedication to children and her engagement with the Children's Shelter in Belgrade symbolize how philanthropy can be a force that changes lives.
Producer
Heather Roberts
Alumni and Development Officer: Heather has been the Alumni and Development Officer at The King Alfred School since 2020. Having become disillusioned with her career in the fashion industry Heather moved to this role within Development and Alumni Relations, pulling on her transferable skills. Heather credits her ease at engaging with new people and different audiences with having lived overseas for seven years in Moscow, Russia and Bogota, Colombia. As a self-confessed nosey person who likes a good natter, the Alfredian Voices podcast has been the dream project for Heather to work on.
Producer
Tamlyn Worrall
Development & Alumni Relations Director: As a consummate professional in the Alumni Relations and Development space, Tamlyn brings years of experience to cultivating relationships with our Old Alfredians. With a footprint in South Africa, Australia, and Japan, Tamlyn proudly calls London home, and it’s here that she’s developed her career in the education sector. At the heart of what she does, Tamlyn loves connecting with and learning about our OAs. She approaches every conversation with a sincere curiosity and warmth, finding herself fascinated by the details of every story. This podcast series was a germ of an idea in 2020 and thanks to a fabulous podcast editor we have finally been able to bring these Old Alfredian stories to a wider audience.
