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TESOL Pop

A short conversation can spark a big idea. But as busy English language teachers, it’s hard to find the time and space for those chats that shift how we teach or think about our careers. TESOL Pop brings those conversations to you. This mini podcast features quick, insightful interviews with TESOL, TEFL, and ESL educators from around the world. In under 15 minutes, you’ll hear ideas, teaching insights, and career stories that make you feel part of the wider ELT community, without adding to your

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15:51

Litter Picking, Learning & Lasting Change — with...

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2025/10/28

From one class pack to a million hours of environmental education. ELT author and creator of Picker Pals, Patrick Jackson, shares how a single idea grew into a movement that’s transformed classrooms and communities. From storytelling and sustainability to litter-picking with families, Patrick explains how Picker Pals empowers children to take action, while learning along the way.Watch with closed captions.TALKING POINTSHow Patrick’s early ELT materials inspired Picker PalsWhat a classroom teddy has

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15:05

Business English, Reimagined – with Megan Nicholls

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2025/10/21

Business English gets a bad reputation — stiff, overly formal, and filled with irrelevant vocabulary lists. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? In this episode,Megan Nicholls, multilingual educator and founder ofMega Language Coach, invites us to reimagine how Business English can be taught. From high-stakes presentations to hallway small talk, Meg shares how she co-creates flexible, relevant lessons that reflect her students'realcommunication needs.Watch with closed captions.TALKING

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15:01

The Power of Emergent Language — with Lewis Jaquest

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2025/10/14

Lewis Jaquest joins Laura to explore how emergent language and learner agency can transform the language classroom. In this episode, Lewis shares how he developed the Student Emergent Language Framework (SELF), reflects on his transition to bottom-up teaching, and unpacks what truly makes language learning meaningful.Watch with closed captions.TALKING POINTSWhat is Emergent Language? How Lewis discovered the power of emergent language through real-world teaching—and how it aligned with Dogme ELT and

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15:05

Teaching Debate to PhD STEM Students — with Anila...

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2025/10/07

University lecturer Anila Ruth Scott-Monkhouse joins Laura to share how she’s using academic debate to help STEM PhD students become more confident communicators. In this episode, Anila shares how debate boosts her students’ teamwork, critical thinking, and language skills. You’ll also hear how she integrates controversial topics, intercultural collaboration, and real-world research into her EAP classes.Watch with closed captions.TALKING POINTSWhy Debate? The benefits of debate for science students

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13:29

Contracts, Red Flags, and Career Choices – with Scott...

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2025/09/29

Scott Allis, experienced ESL teacher and travel creator, joins Laura to share hard-won lessons from a global teaching career that spans China, Iraq, Thailand and beyond. In this candid conversation, Scott unpacks five key things to check before signing a contract—and what to do when the job doesn’t match what was promised. Whether you're teaching abroad, considering your next move, or advising others on job offers, this episode is packed with practical advice and relatable stories to help you make

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13:31

Facing the Fear: How You Can Grow by Doing It Anyway...

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2025/09/23

Steven Schmidt, professional development consultant and long-time adult educator, joins Laura to share his journey from enduring uninspiring training sessions to leading transformative ones. In this episode, Steve reflects on what makes professional development meaningful, how he overcame self-doubt, and why fear never fully disappears — but can be used as fuel for growth.Watch with closed captions.TALKING POINTSWhy “Bad PD” Sparked a New Mission. How sitting in the back of dull sessions inspired

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15:28

IBC 2025 for Educators: AI Captioning, Smarter...

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2025/09/15

Creators of TESOL Pop, Laura Wilkes and Technical Director Haven Tsang, report from IBC 2025 in Amsterdam with practical takeaways for educators using media. From live multilingual captioning and voice overdubs to richer, human-centred metadata and the storytelling craft behind Becoming Led Zeppelin, this episode unpacks the media tech shaping how we teach, learn, and share ideas.KEY TALKING POINTSLive Multilingual Captioning & Dubbing: Why real-time captions plus AI voice overdubs can open up

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14:41

From Students to Stakeholders: Creating a Shared...

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2025/05/28

Dr. Joel Floyd, educator and founder of Ignite Career Foundation, joins Laura to share how his team creates an inclusive, learner-centred environment for adult English language learners in the US. In this episode, Joel shares student success stories, explores how community and compassion are embedded into their programmes, and reminds us of the power of reflective teaching.Watch with closed captions.KEY TALKING POINTSA Student's Journey: From qualified pilot in Venezuela to English learner and

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15:56

What Does Digital Literacy Really Mean for Educators?...

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2025/05/06

Jacqueline Aguilera, adult educator and digital equity advocate, joins Laura to explore how teachers can embed digital literacy into their lessons without needing separate “computer classes.” In this episode, Jacqueline shares practical tips for building digital skills with limited tech, discusses the impact of the digital divide in Texas, and encourages teachers to focus on what learners already use in their daily lives.Watch with closed captions.KEY TALKING POINTSSilo Busting in Education: Moving

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15:23

How EdTech is Transforming Teaching with Kate Bodrova...

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2025/02/26

Kate Bodrova, co-founder and CEO of Amazy, explores how technology is positively impacting teaching. Kate shares insights on how Amazy helps educators create and share interactive, media-rich resources while streamlining workflows. In this episode, Laura and Kate also discuss current trends, including AI’s role in education, the rise of the teacherpreneur, and how educators can leverage technology to enhance—rather than replace—human connection in the classroom.Watch with closed captions.KEY TALKING

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15:26

TESOL Pop S11E2 | Bringing Research into Your...

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2025/02/11

Amira Salama shares insights on practitioner research and how everyday classroom experiences can contribute to meaningful research. She challenges traditional notions of research and highlights how teachers are already engaging in research without realising it.Watch with closed captions.KEY TALKING POINTS1. Research doesn’t have to be complex—any teacher reflecting on and improving their practice is engaging in research.2. Sharing findings with colleagues, at conferences, or within schools is just

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13:17

Rethinking Gamification in Adult Learning with Jade...

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2025/01/28

Jade Arthur explores the concept of gamification in teaching adult learners. In this episode, Laura and Jade dive into common misconceptions about gamification, discuss the importance of intrinsic motivation, and share actionable strategies for making learning fun, engaging, and effective for adultsWatch the episode with closed captions.KEY TALKING POINTSWhat is Gamification?Jade explains how gamification uses elements like points, challenges, and rewards to enhance learning. She highlights how it

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12:37

How to Improve Our Attention Span for Better Learning...

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2025/01/02

Founder of the Learning Cosmos André Hedlund explores the growing challenges of maintaining attention spans in the age of digital distractions. André dives into the impact of screen time, executive functions' role in learning, and how going back to basics can foster focus and resilience in our classrooms.Watch the episode with closed captions.KEY TALKING POINTSDigital Overload:André highlights how delegating human interaction to devices has contributed to declining IQ levels for the first time in

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14:36

Curating Immersive English Experiences with Ruth Pringle

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2024/11/26

Founder of Blue Noun, Ruth Pringle, discusses her innovative approach to immersive English learning. Ruth shares how combining outdoor exploration, artistic activities, and community engagement transforms English learners into confident English users.Watch with closed captions here.What is Blue Noun?Ruth introduces Blue Noun, a language hub in Crieff, Scotland, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Perthshire. Unlike traditional classrooms, Blue Noun offers English learners real-life

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13:33

Teaching Tips for Translanguaging with Josianne Block

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2024/11/19

Senior Teaching Associate Josianne Block shares insights on how embracing learners’ linguistic resources can enhance communication, foster inclusivity, and create a more dynamic learning environment.Closed captions here.What is translanguaging?Josianne defines translanguaging as the natural blending of languages to communicate effectively. She shares real-world examples, such as using gestures, words from other languages we know, and cultural knowledge to convey meaning.The role of

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15:02

From Teacher to Teacherpreneur with Shélynn Riel

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2024/11/12

Shélynn Riel explores what it means to be a teacherpreneur and shares insights on how teachers can transition to entrepreneurship and leverage their skills to build flexible, impactful careersWatch the episode with closed captions here.What is Teacherpreneurship?Shé describes a teacherpreneur as an educator who leverages their teaching skills to start and run their own business. This can include freelancing, consulting, creating educational materials, and more.Essential Skills for

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13:35

Finding What Works for You as a Learner with Urmi...

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2024/10/29

Multilingual speaker Urmi Hossain joins us to share her experiences learning multiple languages and the personalised strategies she’s developed. Urmi’s learning journey highlights the importance of finding methods that resonate with personal goals, interests, and cultural backgrounds.Watch the episode with closed captions here.Learning with PurposeUrmi discusses how each language she’s learned holds a different significance in her life, from family connections to career advancement. By setting clear

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12:27

Uncovering Hidden Meaning in our Teaching Materials...

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2024/10/22

Author and Teacher Trainer Katherine Rilley explores the role of Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) in English language teaching and materials. Katherine explains how CDA can help educators identify hidden meanings, assumptions, and power dynamics within their teaching materials so we can make changes that foster a more inclusive and supportive environment.Watch with closed captions here.Understanding Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA)CDA is an approach that examines how language and imagery in

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12:45

Start Building the Career You Want with Martin Hajek

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2024/10/15

Author Martin Hajek talks about the importance of role models and access to information to make informed decisions about our careers in the English Language Teaching industry. Martin shares three stories from his latest book More Than A Gap Year Adventure that demonstrate the wide range of career paths that are possible.Watch with closed captions here.Inspiration Behind the BookMartin shares how his training as a journalist inspired him to start researching and compiling various essays from

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11:33

Learning Strategies that Get Results with Rachael...

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2024/10/01

Author Rachael Harris discusses her latest book, Activities for Developing Learning Strategies, and how her experience teaching teens and young learners inspired her to focus on inclusive practices and the importance of strategies to boost students' performance. The conversation explores examples from Rachael's book, emphasising direct and indirect learning strategies that can be applied in the classroom and beyond.Watch with closed captions here.Inspiration Behind the BookRachael shares how her

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