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Take Flight podcast is here to bring you the newest information on traveling and teaching abroad. We focus on subjects relating to EFL, international relations, finance, travel experiences, interviews, food, and more! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

John Cody Melton


    • Sep 12, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 22 EPISODES


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    The TRUTH about China and the next ESL BOOM!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2021 11:14


    Find out where the next big ESL boom will be! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    The BAD side of Online ESL Teaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 14:51


    Listen in as we discuss the darker side of teaching English online. Also, listen to the latest news and advice in the industry. IG: @takeflight_podcast Facebook: Take Flight Teaching Consultants --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching - China, Are We Terminated?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2021 16:18


    Find out about the latest in China's ESL shutdown across the nation that rattled the globe for billions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching - Why the ANTI-CHINA MEDIA???

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2021 10:59


    Please listen to my rhetorical analysis of the corporate media in relations to china. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching Season 2 - TEFL Teachers, DO NOT DO THIS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 19:05


    People are making desperate moves within the industry that is affecting pay. We need to be aware of these things when job searching. Also, Grammar methodologies. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching Season 2 Episode #1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 14:08


    Today we talk Taiwan, Chinese rockets, ESL industry, a new book, and website! Join us to find out about our job list. Follow on IG: @takeflight_podcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight 17 - Side B Episode 3 - John Melton on Dying To Eat Podcast CHINA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 13:16


    Today I will give some excerpts from an interview with a food podcast. I was chosen to be the Chinese food / Hand Dynasty expert. I use some brushing up on my Chinese history but the food I know for certain! Tune in for details about our new book with the LEGITIMATE Job Listings inside. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching #16 - Season 1 Side B - Special Guests Anthony Rossetti and Montana

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2021 38:09


    Today we are joined by two very special guests as we discuss the pros and cons of my first trip to teach English abroad in China. Our first guest is the host of the newly popular horror podcast Not Another Horror Podcast which you can find on all major streaming platforms. My second guest is my daughter Montana. I want to give my fellow teacher an idea of what traveling abroad without your loved ones feels like and she will explain her experience from being the one still here at home. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching Podcast Episode 15 - Season 1 Side B Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 48:06


    We have a consultation with a Chinese American student, Jessi Li. Follow along and maybe some of your questions can be answered as well! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching 14 - Season Finale - Top 5 Riskiest ESL Contracts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 14:36


    In this episode, we discuss the 5 riskiest ESL contracts I have come across and you eventually will too if you are in the industry long enough. Also, we discuss "Is the Golden Age of teaching English over in China?" Along with other insightful advice! Join in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight with John Melton Episode 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 13:04


    My TOP 5 ESL Countries for 2021! Also, news at the U.S. border --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching 12 - America in the South Pacific, Bitcoin, and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 10:39


    In this episode, we go over some international news and travel guidelines. We also go over some investment options. When teaching abroad, or even remotely, you can save up a lot of extra income. It's best to invest that money and put it to work for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight 11 - Overtime and Getting Paid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 11:25


    In this episode, I discuss some common occurrences within the teaching world, especially in China. I give some negotiation techniques for TEFL / ESL Teachers to use. Try your best not to fall into these traps!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching 10 - Executions in China - ESL Classroom Management Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 13:36


    Today we talk about some international headlines coming out of China. We also go over some first time teaching tips and classroom management tips for TEFL and ESL Teachers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight 9 - Can You Teach Without A Degree? My First Time in the UAE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 13:17


    In this episode, I address some questions sent to me about teaching as a non-native or teaching without a degree. I also talk about my first (and not last) trip to Abu Dahbi. Feel free to send any questions regarding Travelling or Teaching Abroad, or if you have inquiries about the 200+ Job List. Follow on IG: @takeflight_podcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight #8 - The BIGGEST Mistakes ESL Teachers Make

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 12:56


    Listen in as I go over some of the biggest mistakes others and myself have made teaching English abroad. Navigating places like China is more than just knowing the geography and language, something it will teach you very quickly. We hope to continue bringing quality content to listeners. Please subscribe! Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/TakeFlightJohn --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight #7 - What Kind of TEFL Should You Get? COVID in Beijing and Online Teaching News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 21:39


    Every day I see the same question What TEFL/TESOL/CELTA Should I get? Which one is 'better?' Correction on COVID in China The state of Online Teaching right now and more! Support Us: buymeacoffee.com/TakeFlightJohn --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching #6 - How to Find Housing Abroad / Pro-China censoring?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 13:28


    In this episode, we explain what a teacher can expect to run into when looking for housing as they embark on their journey to teach abroad. We will emphasize the important part of the negotiation process in which to mention certain requirements. I also give some thoughts on the recent noticeable censorship of pro-China media in the West. :( If you gain anything insightful from this podcast, please buy me a coffee and receive 15 legitimate ESL Job listing sites. Sponsor here: https://buymeacoffee.com/TakeFlightJohn --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching #5 - Did I Almost Get Kidnapped in China? Things to Never Do When Teaching Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2021 22:53


    In this episode, I discuss an uncomfortable situation I was faced with at a sketchy training center in China. All training centers are not this way and although the situation was sketchy, people were very nice to me overall. However, I am a person that follows my instincts and I didn't feel like I was being told the truth. I also give some quick pro tips on things to NEVER do when you are preparing to go teach abroad or if you are already teaching abroad. We also have a new list of over 200 legitimate job sites that are extremely difficult to find online if you don't know where to look. Follow us on IG: @takeflight_podcast We now have a Buy Me A Coffee :) Please donate if you can. Every little bit helps. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/takeflightjohn Thank you all for your support. Plenty more to come - John Melton --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching Podcast with John Melton #4 - Can you teach English abroad as a non-native? Job Board news and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 10:36


    In this episode, we celebrate 100 listeners! I also share news about a new LEGITIMATE job board for teaching abroad! I answer some listener questions, such as "Can I teach English abroad as a non-native?" Anchor has now given us the option of giving you a special Support option if you'd like to Help Take Flight bring you more quality content. Also be entered in to get a free Job Board by supporting. Heres the link: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support Thank you, everybody! Lets Travel! -John Melton Writer, Founder, and Podcaster --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Teaching Episode 3- Are the Chinese People Oppressed? My Experience Teaching in China #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2021 19:35


    Listen along as I address some topics facing Chinese society. How oppressed are the people? Also, part 1 of my experience teaching in China. Happy New Year from Take Flight Teaching Consultants. Find us on Facebook and on IG: @takeflight_podcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

    Take Flight Episode 2 - How Teachers make big bucks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 30:35


    This episode is an overview of contract reviews for those looking to teach abroad and earn a LOT of money and how teachers are making over $150,000 a year teaching English. We will discuss the highest-paid English teacher in the world! Tune in and Subscribe! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support

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