In this episode, Anna Loseva chats with Helen. She shares her ELT to EAP journey from tutoring at 19 to teaching in Moscow, Japan, and Vietnam. She highlights the impact of supportive and communicative management and workplace environments, the value of professional community (Twitter, ITDI), and her focus on academic skills in higher education. Proud of mov ... Show More
Jul 27
Episode 73: Developod Episode 73 - Building the profession we want with Rachael Roberts
In this episode, Sinem and Rachael Roberts, a seasoned ELT professional with over 30 years of experience, discussed her career evolution from classroom teaching to teacher training, academic management, and materials writing. Rachael highlighted the complexity of language educati ... Show More
21m 45s
Jun 29
Episode 72: Developod Episode 72 - Experiencing IATEFL 2026 with first-time attendee & presenter YL SEN teacher Caroline Door
In this episode, Helen and Caroline Door talk about her journey from education marketing to teaching English. At the IATEFL 2026 conference in Brighton, she presented on managing young learners' sensory needs, drawing from personal experiences and research. Caroline highlights th ... Show More
34m 50s
May 25
Episode 71: Developod Episode 71 - Musings/Reflections on IATEFL 2026 and professional development: key takeaways with Natalia Wright
In this episode, Helen talks with Natalia Wright, an experienced ELT practitioner and academic with over 30 years in the field, outlining her professional journey and key influences. Natalia completed her BA in 1990, later earning an MA from the University of Chichester and a doc ... Show More
33m 6s
Nov 2021
How can I integrate global issues into my teaching?
The 'Teaching English with the British Council' podcast launches as COP26, the crucial UN climate change conference, draws to an end. In our first episode, we explore how teachers can effectively integrate teaching global issues in the language classroom. Initially, we’ll examine ... Show More
27m 28s
Apr 2021
From the Classroom to Online
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️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 tea ... Show More
40m 55s
Feb 2023
Professional Development in ELT
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this episode, we meet Nicola Prentis, also known as the Chilled Investor. Nicola shares her journey transitioning from ELT to supporting ESL teachers in better managing their finances and making th ... Show More
29m 48s
Jan 2023
#29 - "The impact of language literacy in the modern workplace and social context" w/ Dr. Chris Corbel & E2 Expert David
In this episode, E2 Expert Teacher David chats with Dr Chris Corbel, a lecturer at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education. David and Chris discuss a number of topics ranging from the social view of literacy to what has changed in the world of language learning. They also disc ... Show More
1h 6m
May 2023
Supercharge Your Lesson Planning with Twee!
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.In this episode, we sit down with Alina from Twee, a social media platform designed with the needs of ESL teachers and learners in mind. We discuss the inspiration behind Twee, the unique features tha ... Show More
26m 42s
Jul 2022
Building Cultural Awareness
🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.Today we are taking a slight diversion from the world of ESL teaching specifically, to look at the issue of cultural awareness, and learn a little more about this topic in a professional context.As En ... Show More
38m 41s