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ESL talk

ESL Talk Podcastβ€’www.esltalk.ca

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk – A Podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers! 🌟


Are you an ESL teacher, English teacher, Content creator, or Online educator? πŸŒπŸ“š

ESL Talk is a podcast designed just for you. 🎧✨


Join our passionate, expert hosts, Daniel and Fey, along with a stellar lineup of guests from the world of ESL.

These include award-winning authors, published Ph.D. scholars, Nobel Prize winners, successful business leaders in education and edtech, and the top 1% of English teaching social media creators who share innovative strategies, practical techniques, invaluable advice, and essential skills to elevate your teaching game! πŸš€


With over 100+ episodes in our archive and 250,000+ downloads to date, we’ve got a wealth of content for you to explore and enjoy! πŸŽ‰πŸ“ˆ


Stay connected with us:

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Episodes

Teaching Young Learners

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we cover the tricky topic of teaching young learners . What approach should you take? What are some strategies that work? Tune in to find out what works well and learn about our experiences with teaching young learners. Our special guest Carina once again joins us to share her decades of experience in teaching young learners. She also shares her positive messages to teachers who want to work with ...

Jul 28, 2021β€’33 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 11

Teaching Exam Preparation

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In our most recent episode, we talk all about exam prep . Whether your students are studying for the IELTS, Cambridge Exams, or something else, we discuss the skills, methods, strategies, and techniques you can use to teach these exams to an even higher standard! Our special guest Keira joins Fey to share how she built her huge Instagram following and social media presence, doing things her own way and teaching ex...

Jul 21, 2021β€’33 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 10

Building your Online English Course

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we discuss how to plan, build, and develop your online courses for learners. We share our experiences of building courses, the platforms we use, and the different approaches we can take to create a successful course. Our guest Vero joins us to share her experience of building an online English course pre-pandemic. She provides insights on what to consider when planning your course, and steps to ge...

Jul 13, 2021β€’37 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 9

Building your Teaching Community

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we discuss how to build, nurture, and create your teaching community ! Where can you go for help? What do you need to consider? How can you get help and support when you need it? Our special guest Kate shares her story of starting as an English teacher to building her own English teaching school, coaching platform, and Instagram accounts with over 200,000 followers combined! πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more...

Jul 07, 2021β€’38 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 8

Listening Skills and Authentic Materials

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we cover the skill of listening , how to teach it effectively, and how to use a range of authentic materials to help our listeners improve their English and reach their goals. Our guest Mariko joins us to share her thoughts, knowledge, and experience on teaching listening effectively, and what to consider as a teacher. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Connect with us on ...

Jun 23, 2021β€’39 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 7

Teaching Qualifications and Certifications

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . This episode covers everything about teaching certifications, licenses, and qualifications you may need to teach English, either in a school or online. We discuss our journeys and processes, and how our qualifications have helped us reach where we are today. Our interviewee, Carina , an experienced ESL teacher and teacher trainer, shares her expert knowledge from 27 years in obtaining qualifications and what's nee...

Jun 16, 2021β€’45 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 6

Speaking Strategies that Work!

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we discuss effective speaking strategies that work ! As teachers, we all speak a lot, but how do we make our words count? How do we maximize every conversation and interaction? How can we get our students to speak more? Tune in to find out! We also hear from our special guest Jeff , who brings 30+ years of English teaching knowledge to the podcast, along with his patented β€˜Ping Pong' speaking theo...

Jun 09, 2021β€’40 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 5

Creating effective Resources for ESL

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . This week, we cover the topic of creating effective resources for your students . How can we find, create, and use the best resources to help our learners succeed? What are some simple strategies we can follow to create engaging and interesting lessons for students? We also speak to our special guest Crystal , who shares her journey from teacher to content creator and her role as the owner of her very own ESL teac...

Jun 02, 2021β€’40 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 4

Utilizing Social Media for your ESL Business

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we dive into the world of social media and how to utilize it successfully to attract more students and create an active platform for your teaching and content. Hosts Daniel and Fey share their social media journeys, including Fey's amazing leap to 30,000+ followers! Our special guest Sirine discusses her journey with creating content on Instagram and how she achieved success through short, simple,...

May 26, 2021β€’28 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 3

Recruiting and Retaining ESL Students

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome back to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we explore strategies and techniques to help you find new students and keep them learning with you ! To delve deeper into this topic, we are joined by our guest Suji , a student recruitment manager who shares her knowledge and expertise on how to find, retain, and attract new students for your ESL business or school. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Connect with us ...

May 19, 2021β€’39 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 2

Teaching another Subject using ESL

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome back to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . After a short break, we are back with a new series and a new co-host as Fey joins the ESL Talk team. In the first episode of the new series, we explore the topic of teaching another subject in the ESL classroom . Whether it's Business, History, Geography, or P.E., how can you successfully integrate these subjects into your classes? We are joined by special guest Erik , an English and History teacher with over...

May 12, 2021β€’28 minβ€’Season 2Ep. 1

Dialect and Language in the ESL Classroom

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In episode 15, we explore the topic of using relevant dialect and language in the ESL classroom. How should we plan our lessons? Why are students' linguistic backgrounds important? Why is correct language use crucial? We answer these questions and more. We also interview Laura , an ESL expert from the UK, who shares her knowledge, expertise, and experience from working all over the world. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more in...

Apr 21, 2021β€’42 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 15

Hit the Ground Running

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we discuss how to start off teaching a new student, new class, or new course . What do you need to consider? How should you plan and prepare? Why is the first lesson so important? We answer all these questions and more, sharing strategies, techniques, and skills to help you and your students hit the ground running! πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Connect with us on Inst...

Apr 14, 2021β€’41 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 14

From the Classroom to Online

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In episode 13, we discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on English teaching and how it has transformed the way we deliver lessons to our students. We also hear from Ben , a successful English teacher and business owner in Peru, who shares his journey of growing his physical language school to over 150 students before transitioning everything online. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟...

Apr 07, 2021β€’41 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 13

Teaching in Another Language.

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we explore the concept of teaching English in your first language, second language, or a combination of these and English . Our special guest Nastya shares how she uses Russian alongside English in various ways to help her learners succeed. As always, we also share our experiences, tips, and advice to help you teach more effectively! πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Conn...

Mar 31, 2021β€’27 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 12

The Importance of Organisation

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we discuss the importance of organization and how it benefits both teachers and students. We share strategies and techniques to help you stay organized, translating into more effective English teaching. Our guest Robyn joins us to discuss how she balances her English study with teaching, offering her advice and philosophies on getting and staying organized. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episod...

Mar 24, 2021β€’36 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 11

An Obsession with IELTS...

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we tackle the significant topic of IELTS testing . We discuss why it's important for students, key considerations for teachers, and how to help students effectively learn IELTS skills. Our guest Moses , an expert in teaching IELTS, shares a wealth of practical skills and advice for both teachers and students. Don't miss out! πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Connect with ...

Mar 17, 2021β€’42 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 10

Teaching Adult Learners

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this episode, we explore the topic of teaching adult learners , particularly at the university level. Hosts Daniel and Golnaz share their advice and tips for effective adult teaching. Our guest Teresa , with many years of experience in this area, shares her global teaching journey, what to expect, and what you should know about teaching adult learners. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟...

Mar 09, 2021β€’38 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 9

Building your Online ESL Business

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In Episode 8, we dive into the topic of building your own online ESL business . We share our experiences on where to begin, what to consider, and places you can work online, either for a company or independently. Our guest this week is Johnny , founder of LessonSpeak, an online ESL company that supports both teachers and students. He shares his mindset, and strategies, and offers valuable tips and advice for those...

Mar 03, 2021β€’40 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 8

Why Teaching is learning...

ESL Talk delves into the reciprocal relationship between teaching and learning, highlighting how this understanding benefits both educators and students. Hosts Daniel and Golnes share personal insights, discussing the importance of context and shared experiences. Guest Homa, a former student turned teacher, provides practical advice on promoting engagement, personalizing lessons, and embracing a lifelong learning mindset, stressing the teacher's vital role in opening new worlds for students.

Feb 24, 2021β€’41 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 7

Developing Your Classroom Practice!

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In episode 6, hosts Daniel and Golnaz discuss how to develop your classroom practice . They cover essential topics like student management, effective classroom strategies, and much more! This week's guest is Manuela , an ESL specialist from Rhode Island, who shares her 15+ years of English teaching experience, along with tips and advice on managing your classroom fairly and equitably. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incred...

Feb 17, 2021β€’42 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 6

The Great Debate - Native Vs. Non-Native Teachers...

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers . In this week's episode, hosts Daniel and Golnaz tackle the issue of Native vs. Non-Native teachers and share their thoughts on the topic. They discuss the attitudes, stereotypes, and negativity that still surround Non-native teachers and explore ways to overcome these barriers. Special guest Chris , an experienced ESL professional from Vancouver, Canada, joins them to share her insights into teaching as a Non-nati...

Feb 10, 2021β€’36 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 5

Overcoming Cultural Issues and Barriers

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers , by English Teachers. In this episode, hosts Daniel and Golnaz tackle the important topic of cultural barriers and how to overcome them. They share their personal experiences of living and working in different countries as English teachers, discussing the cultural challenges they faced. Special guest Euclide, an English professor in South Korea, joins them to provide unique insights into the issues he's encountered and how he successfu...

Feb 03, 2021β€’35 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 4

Technology in the digital ESL classroom

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers , by English Teachers. In this episode, hosts Daniel and Golnaz dive into the exciting world of technology in the ESL classroom. They share their top tips and tricks for incorporating tech effectively, along with practical advice to help you harness its full potential. Special guest Kelci joins them to discuss her experiences using technology in Turkey. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Connect with us on Insta...

Jan 27, 2021β€’37 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 3

Flipped Learning: How to use it in the physical classroom and the online classroom.

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers , by English Teachers . In this episode, hosts Daniel and Golnaz are joined by special guest Fey to dive into the exciting world of flipped learning. Discover what flipped learning is, and how you can incorporate it into your classroom or online teaching, and explore effective strategies and techniques to make it work for you. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 Connect with us on Instagram: @esltalkpodcast πŸ“§ Go...

Jan 20, 2021β€’25 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 2

Our Stories: How it all started...

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to ESL Talk! πŸŽ™οΈ A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers. In our premiere episode, join hosts Daniel and Golnaz as they share their inspiring journeys in the world of ESL. Discover their unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs as both native and non-native English teachers. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting, you'll find plenty of valuable tips and advice to enhance your teaching practice. πŸš€ Listen to 100+ more incredible episodes at esltalk.ca 🌟 C...

Jan 13, 2021β€’29 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 1
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