We are told to hit the ground running, to explode into the New Year with resolutions and noise. But nature does not run in January; it sleeps. In this session, we trade the strategy for the soul. We look at the terrifying beauty of the blank page and the field of untouched snow. We discuss the necessity of "Wintering"—the art of growing roots in the dark whi ... Show More
Jan 13
The Guide | The Heavy Door of Perfection: Why You’re Still Standing Outside
We all want the fresh start to feel like a movie montage—explosive, dramatic, and instant. But usually, that desire for a "Grand Gesture" is exactly what keeps us stuck. In this episode, we’re sitting on the porch with The Doorman. He’s watching us hesitate at the entrance of our ... Show More
19m 40s
Jan 12
The Storyteller | The Memory Pawnshop | The Story & The Crucible
In a gritty, rain-slicked city that looks vaguely like 1940s Noir mixed with futuristic neon, there is a shop called "Tabula Rasa." It is run by a mysterious, weary proprietor named Jeremy. The shop offers a simple service: You can trade in a memory—a specific regret, a heartbrea ... Show More
48m 5s
Jul 2023
EP282 Where I'm going: Reflections on what excites me about my work & the future of schools
<p>I'm concluding the 3 part podcast series this summer offering a deep dive into my personal story: where I've been, where I'm at, and where I'm going.</p> <p>Usually you can listen to my podcast episodes in any order you want, but since this is basically my life story, what I'm ... Show More
1h 11m
Feb 2025
Listen & Learn English | How Much Does University Cost in the UK? Ep 796
Are British universities losing their charm? Join me, Hilary, on the Adept English podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7ixeOS7ezPTZSaISIx2TTw as we explore how rising tuition fees, growing student debt, and a changing job market are reshaping higher education in the UK. You’ll ... Show More
13m 34s
Jul 2025
Episode 161 - Announcement + Big News About the Roadmap
Today’s episode is short, sweet, and exciting! I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes update and big news about the ESL Teacher Roadmap.Whether you're new to the ESL Teaching Podcast or you’ve been listening since day one, this quick episode is for you. I’ll walk you through a few upcom ... Show More
6m 48s
Aug 2025
Season 2 Episode 5|Islam, Culture & Identity : Growing up as a Diaspora Kid with Bayan Fares, Founder of the Badan Collective
In this episode, I’m joined by Bayan Fares, founder of the Badan Collective, to talk about navigating identity, balancing cultural and societal expectations, and the role of faith in maintaining mental health—especially during difficult times for Palestine. Bayan also shares how ... Show More
1h 12m
Sep 2025
Episode 466 - I Made a Big Mistake
We all make mistakes—and this time, I made a big one. Embarrassing, costly, and a lesson learnt.In this episode, recorded at the airport, I share what happened, along with some of my upcoming plans in Vietnam. Let’s see if any of them actually take off.Video from this episode doe ... Show More
53m 11s