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#199 - What if the most important part of travel is the part you can't see? I sat down with cultural intelligence educator Renae Ninneman to unpack the “iceberg” of culture—how the visible stuff like food, transit, and phrases sits on top of deeper values about identity, respect, and communication that truly shape connection. Renee takes us from a formative year teaching in South Korea to years of refugee advocacy, sharing how naming culture shock and learning CQ transformed exhaustion into empathy.Together we break down cultural intelligence as a practical skill you can build: understand your own defaults, recognize different norms without judging, create a plan before you enter a new space, and adapt your behavior so others feel at ease. Renae offers vivid examples—from ordering pizza in Seoul to navigating indirect communication in Japan—showing how small shifts in greeting, tone, and timing open doors. We also talk about heavy but vital travel: visiting Hiroshima's Peace Memorial and the power of paper cranes as a living wish for peace.You'll come away with simple, actionable ways to grow your CQ without leaving home: volunteer with local ESL programs, shop at international markets, watch K‑dramas or Bollywood films, and explore global music that connects American blues back to Mali. If you're planning a trip or leading teams across borders, Renae's Beyond Tourism training and assessment can help you prepare thoughtfully so every interaction builds trust rather than friction. Subscribe, share this conversation with a curious friend, and tell us: what's one habit you'll adapt to connect better on your next adventure?To learn more about Renae and to receive $80 off her Individual Intercultural Training ceck out www.goingbeyondtouris.com and mention you heard her on the show. You can also follow her on Instagram @goingbeyondtourism. Want to be a guest on the show? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/journeywithjake  Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

World news in 7 minutes. Wednesday 24th December 2025.Today: CAR election. Uganda Starlink ban. Congo cobalt. Sweden Thunberg arrested. Britain farm tax. Ukraine security talks. Hong Kong K-Pop. India lynching protests. Venezuela piracy law. United States battleships. Ecuador soldiers sentenced. United States powerball jackpot. AI actor.With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Niall Moore and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

Episode 445 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the useful phrase “just like that.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Why do Americans wear the ugliest sweaters they can find—and celebrate it?In this episode of English Makes No Sense, you'll learn the origin and history of Ugly Sweater Day, how it became a popular workplace tradition, and what it really means in American culture.This episode is perfect for:ESL learners (B1–B2)English students working in the U.S.Anyone confused by American holiday traditionsWorkplace English & cultural understanding

Zoltan Kaszas is here in The Wayback, as we take a trip to 1990s Pittsburgh, PA and San Diego, CA (Check out his special "London Fog" on YouTube). Zoltan reminisces about leaving his native Hungary at 4 years old and immigrating to Pittsburgh where his mom was live-in housekeeper for a wealthy family.  We then visit his elementary school where he "flooded" the computer lab, and took ESL classes in a converted broom closet.  Zoltan then gets nostalgic about leaving a mansion in Pittsburgh for a trailer park in San Diego, sharing an apartment with followers of Walter Mercado, being a 6th string middle linebacker, and pretending to play saxophone in the school band for an entire year.   Check out my new standup special “Live and Alive” streaming on my YouTube now! https://youtu.be/PMGWVyM2NJo?si=SrhXjgzR1pe6CyYE SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube & turn notifications ON! https://youtube.com/@rsickler SUBSCRIBE TO MY PATREON - The HoneyDew with Y'all, where I Highlight the Lowlights with Y'all! Get audio and video of The HoneyDew a day early, ad-free at no additional cost! It's only $5/month!  AND we just added a second tier. For a total of $8/month, you get everything from the first tier, PLUS The Wayback a day early, ad-free AND censor free AND extra bonus content you won't see anywhere else! https://www.patreon.com/RyanSickler If you or someone you know has a story that has to be heard, please submit it to honeydewpodcast@gmail.com http://ryansickler.com/ https://thehoneydewpodcast.com/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CRABFEAST PODCAST https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crabfeast-with-ryan-sickler-and-jay-larson/id1452403187

For many international professionals, the idea of giving a presentation in English fills them with dread. Yet, so many recognise that developing their public speaking skills can boost their career opportunities like nothing else. In this podcast, we will look at a practical process to help you prepare without over-preparing, design simple and effective slides, practise your delivery with clarity and arrive at your presentation feeling calm and focused.Check out the post on the Intrepid English website: https://intrepidenglish.co.uk/podcasts/delivering-clear-confident-presentations/  _________________________________________________________________________________________

World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 18th December 2025.Today: Finland racism apology. United Kingdom duke charged. European Union abortion access. Tunisia demonstrations. Nigeria mining attack. Morocco winter aid. United States Venezuela blockade. Brazil indigenous protections. Australia gun laws. India Bangladesh tensions. Oscars YouTube broadcast.With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Niall Moore and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

Episode 444 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the useful phrase “You name it.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Le BTS Agricole Gestion et Protection de la Nature (GPN) est une formation en deux ans qui prépare des techniciens capables d'agir concrètement pour préserver la biodiversité et gérer durablement les espaces naturels.Cet épisode met en lumière le BTS A GPN proposé par l'IET – École des métiers de l'environnement et de la Transition écologique, un établissement engagé dans la formation de professionnels de terrain au service de la transition écologique.✅ DANS CET ÉPISODE NOUS ABORDONS :Le BTSA GPN en détailLe BTS GPN (diplôme de niveau Bac+2) est proposé par l'IET (Institut des métiers de l'environnement et de la Transition écologique), entre autres établissements spécialisés.Il se prépare en 2 ans, avec possibilité en formation initiale ou en alternance.Les étudiants sont formés à analyser, diagnostiquer et intervenir sur les milieux naturels.La formation comprend de nombreuses sorties de terrain, des projets tutorés, et jusqu'à 12 semaines de stage en entreprise ou organisme gestionnaire d'espaces naturels.Les compétences développéesL'écologie appliquée : reconnaissance des espèces, fonctionnement des écosystèmes, interactions écologiques.Le diagnostic environnemental : évaluation de l'état de conservation des milieux naturels.La gestion des espaces : plans de gestion, suivi de chantiers nature, actions de restauration écologique.La réglementation environnementale : cadre juridique, politiques publiques, normes Natura 2000.La sensibilisation : animation nature, communication auprès du public et des acteurs locaux.Les débouchés et les enjeux Le BTS GPN forme des professionnels au cœur de la transition écologique.Débouchés :Technicien de gestion des espaces naturels.Chargé de mission environnement.Animateur nature / éducation à l'environnement.Agent de développement dans des parcs naturels, syndicats de rivières, ou associations environnementales.Secteurs : collectivités territoriales, établissements publics (ONF, OFB), bureaux d'études, ONG, réserves naturelles…Les diplômés peuvent aussi poursuivre en licence professionnelle ou intégrer des formations longues dans le domaine de l'écologie et de l'aménagement du territoire.Pour en savoir plus : https://www.iet.fr/formations/bts-agpnCet épisode est un contenu sponsorisé.ℹ️ SUIVEZ L'ACTUALITÉ DE L'ORIENTATIONInscrivez-vous à l'Hebdo de l'orientation : https://azimut-orientation.com/abonnez-vous-a-la-newsletter/ (vous recevrez en cadeau un guide téléchargeable)

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP081c-Meetings-Finishing.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for today's lesson on finishing a meeting in English. We'll learn how to summarize action points and wrap up the meeting. A well-run meeting can be productive and useful. But a poorly run meeting can leave everyone feeling like their time has been wasted. And one of the big differences between good and bad meetings is how they end. A good meeting doesn't slowly run out of energy. Instead, there's a clear ending to it. And people come out of the meeting with a strong sense of purpose and a clear idea of what they need to do. Without a sense of purpose, people might feel like the meeting generated a lot of discussion but nothing more. Giving a strong finish to a meeting isn't actually that hard to do. First off, you need to be clear that the meeting is about to end. That gives people a chance to collect their thoughts. Next, you can summarize the action points and assign tasks. You may also want to emphasize how important they are to give some extra motivation. Then you can wrap up the meeting with some closing thoughts. In today's dialog, we'll join a meeting at a bank. The team has been discussing some recent issues and future plans. You will hear Lisa provide a strong finish to the meeting with James, Bryan, Charles, and Cecilia. Listening Questions 1. What question does Lisa ask the group before stating the action items? 2. What does Lisa emphasize about James planned action? 3. What does Lisa say to officially end the meeting? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 81c – Meeting English: Action Points and Wrapping Up first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.

What if the strongest leaders in your school are already in the classroom and do not need a new title to make a bigger impact? In this inspiring episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper sits down with educator, author, and department chair Dr. Chris Jochum to unpack his book You Don't Have to Leave to Lead, that reframes teachers as highly skilled influencers, not “just” a teacher.​ Dr. Jochum shares how his journey from ESL and Spanish teacher to leading a large teacher education department shaped his belief that leadership is rooted in character, courage, and service, and that teachers already practice Fortune 500–level leadership every day in their classrooms. Listeners will learn how to strengthen their leadership identity, craft a personal mission statement that actually guides daily decisions, and approach conflict with adults using the same relational skills they use with students.​ Whether you are a first-year teacher or a veteran educator wondering about your next chapter, this conversation offers a clear first step, recognize the “superpowers” you already have and choose one small leadership behavior to intentionally grow this year so you can expand your influence without ever leaving the classroom. About Dr. Chris Jochum Dr. Chris Jochum currently serves as the Chair of the Department of Teacher Education at Fort Hays State University, where he leads a teacher preparation program of over 900 students. His career, spanning more than two decades in K-12 and higher education, began in the public schools teaching Spanish and English as a Second Language before holding faculty appointments at the University of Central Missouri and the University of Nebraska at Kearney. His research focuses on leadership development in both K-12 and higher education, as well as the value of study abroad. As the founder and CEO of CJ Leadership Solutions, LLC, Chris translates his research into practice and is a sought-after speaker, trainer, and coach in the United States and abroad. He hosts The Department Chair Leadership Podcast and is the author of The Department Chair: A Practical Guide to Effective Leadership, You Don't Have to Leave to Lead: A Practical Guide to Teacher Leadership, and co-editor of the forthcoming book, Profiles in Educational Leadership: A Practical Approach. Follow Dr. Chris Jochum Website: https://cjleadership.com/   Twitter (X): https://x.com/jochumcj   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cjleadership/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.jochum.7   Linkedin:

Hospitals today typically contain hundreds of storage rooms and thousands of supply bins across multiple, geographically dispersed facilities in their health system. This translates to hundreds of thousands of paper labels that need to be manually updated and printed by already overburdened staff whenever there's a change in item status, description, supplier, etc. One major impact of such antiquated methods of supply chain management is that it's impossible for the item's information to be updated in real time due to being dependent on deployable staff to travel to these sites to make the changes. Any updates on sensitive data such as back orders, recalls, or discontinued items (and indication of available substitutes) can't possibly be handled in a timely manner with paper labels. As a result, there's a much greater risk of not having on-hand the items that are needed for patient care. Electronic shelf label (ESL) solutions are a game-changer because they provide real-time item status and alerts, remote updates at the push of a button, and automated reordering. ESLs save time for both supply chain and clinical staff that would otherwise be spent on manual and low-value-added inventory tasks. They ensure item availability and safety (not recalled, not expired) and free up clinical staff to dedicate more attention and time to patients. Advanced ESL systems also have built-in replenishment signals to ensure that par levels are accurate and stockouts are prevented. They also allow for voice commands to guide the staff to needed items in crowded supply rooms in seconds using blinking LED lights on the ESL.

What does effective therapy actually look like—and how would you measure it without turning the process into something cold or mechanical? In this episode, Mike sits down with Arron Lin—a UBC psychology graduate with a master's in innovation & entrepreneurship from Queen's, and a deep interest in the future of mental health. Arron is also currently studying counselling psychology, bringing a rare "both-sides" lens: the world of startups and systems on one hand, and the human realities of healing on the other.  Arron shares his story of moving to Canada as a teenager, navigating culture shock, identity, and the emotional pressure that many people carry silently while trying to succeed. From there, we dig into measurement-based care / feedback-informed treatment—how clinicians can track progress, strengthen the therapeutic alliance, and why honest feedback is often the missing ingredient in good therapy (even when everyone says they want it).      We also flip the script. Arron interviews Mike on the difference between self-awareness vs. overthinking, how rumination disguises itself as insight, and how real change comes from pairing insight with action. Finally, we zoom out to the future: where tech and AI can expand access and improve care—without ever replacing the human relationship at the heart of healing.   Please Subscribe to my YouTube - YouTube Subscription Link Chapters: 00:00 Self-awareness vs overthinking (the big misconception)  00:44 Episode intro + what we're covering today  02:30 Why measurement-based care + tech matters in therapy  03:08 Arron's background + immigration journey  05:56 "Tiger mom" culture + education expectations  10:13 Moving at 17, ESL, first job, discrimination  16:46 What schools miss: emotional health + financial literacy  18:41 Why humans struggle to talk about emotions  22:30 Parenting, boundaries, truth, and responsibility  27:49 Arron's personal mental health tools + therapy journey  29:52 Emotional health = self-awareness (and mindfulness)  32:11 How to tell self-awareness from rumination loops  38:12 Family duty, collectivism vs individualism, immigrant tension  49:58 Measurement-based care / FIT explained (what it is)  52:18 Alliance feedback, therapist defensiveness, radical honesty  1:03:27 AI + tech: enhance humans, don't replace them Disclaimer Professional medical care and psychotherapeutic services are not offered on this Youtube channel. It is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such condition Seeking professional support is encouraged if you think you have an issue and that you want help.  

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If you've ever felt incredible chemistry with someone… only for them to suddenly pull away, go cold, or confuse the heck out of your nervous system, this episode is for you. We break down the real signs of avoidant attachment (without shame, without villainizing, and with so much nuance), so you can finally understand what's happening in your relationships and what to do next. These are the strategies I wish someone had explained to me back when I was on the dating rollercoaster. Get ready for clarity, healing, and a powerful next step toward secure love.Inside the episode:The 5 subtle but unmistakable signs of avoidant attachment (including the ones most people miss).Exactly what to do if you recognize these patterns in someone you're dating without abandoning yourself or slipping into “pick-me” mode.How to slow the emotional pace, communicate securely, and finally break the anxious–avoidant cycle so you can attract healthy, reciprocal love.If this episode hit home, if you feel that pull in your chest saying, “It's time… I can't repeat these patterns for another year,”, I want you to know this:✨ You are not broken. Your attachment system is simply waiting for the right support to finally feel safe.And I've helped nearly a thousand people do exactly that.The Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program is closing applications at the end of this year, and I don't want you to miss your chance. This December, we're offering something we have never offered before:Secure December: A Farewell Sale — 70% Off (Limited Time)This is the final opportunity to join ESL before doors close. If healthy love is a 2026 non-negotiable for you… apply now.Your future self will thank you.Your heart will thank you.And I can't wait to support you inside the program.

Send us a textIn this Office Hours episode, Optidge SEO Manager, Dorit Sasson, shares how her experience abroad as a lieutenant in the Israel Defense Forces shaped her collaborative, team-focused approach to digital marketing and SEO strategy. Drawing from her vast experience teaching, writing, and working with Fortune 500 B2B companies, Dorit discusses how to find ranking opportunities in competitive markets through educational and multimedia-rich content. She also reflects on SEO's evolution in the age of AI, emphasizing the importance of balancing innovation with proven best practices. Listeners will walk away with practical insights for managing expectations, earning stakeholder buy-in, and achieving long-term SEO success. An Optidge "Office Hours" EpisodeOur Office Hours episodes are your go-to for details, how-to's, and advice on specific marketing topics. Join our fellow Optidge team members, and sometimes even 1:1 teachings from Danny himself, in these shorter, marketing-focused episodes every few weeks. Get ready to get marketing!Episode Highlights: Dorit's time in the military instilled a team-first mindset that shapes her approach to SEO, valuing humility, adaptability, and collective success over individual recognition. Her transition from teaching ESL to mastering SEO highlights how teaching and mentorship reinforce expertise, and how curiosity fuels long-term growth in a fast-paced field. Dorit's attention to detail when it comes to page rankings suggests there is untapped potential using educational content, glossaries, and multimedia engagements. While AI has revolutionized SEO strategy, Dorit emphasizes that technology should amplify creativity and understanding, not replace it. Dorit stresses the importance of managing expectations, communicating value, and positioning SEO as a long-term investment in sustained business growth. Episode Links:Dorit Sasson on LinkedInOptidge's SEO ServicesFollow The Digital Marketing Mentor: Website and Blog: thedmmentor.com Instagram: @thedmmentor Linkedin: @thedmmentor YouTube: @thedmmentor Interested in Digital Marketing Services, Careers, or Courses? Check out more from the TDMM Family: Optidge.com - Full Service Digital Marketing Agency specializing in SEO, PPC, Paid Social, and Lead Generation efforts for established B2C and B2B businesses and organizations. ODEOacademy.com - Digital Marketing online education and course platform. ODEO gives you solid digital marketing knowledge to launch/boost your career or understand your business's digital marketing strategy.

World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 11th December 2025.Today: Argentina congress. Chile presidential polls. Brazil China space lab. Venezuela Nobel speech. Ukraine elections. Russia US nuclear treaty. Morocco building collapse. Benin Togo coup suspect. China Japan radar dispute. South Korea religious probe. UNESCO Italian cuisine.With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Niall Moore and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

Welcome to episode #74 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast! In this special episode, you'll learn 16 popular vocabulary words and expressions that come straight from American TV shows like Friends, Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother, and more! You'll be learning vocabulary like go nuts, to spoil , horn in on, put someone on the spot, kill time and more! You'll hear how native speakers really use them in everyday conversations.Plus, BIG news! English Through Media is officially LIVE! This brand-new mini course helps you understand fast English through 40+ PDF lessons by building real vocabulary, building confidence and finally stop relying on subtitles. Grab it now at a special launch price for the next five days!For more info >> CLICK HERE CLICK HERE

Episode 443 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the informal word “gotcha.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Episode 73:  In this episode, Timalyn addresses taxpayers who can't afford tax representation and how they can get help through the Low-income taxpayer clinics.  What is the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic? The low-income taxpayer clinic (LITC) helps qualifying taxpayers handle disputes with the IRS. It receives funding for the IRS but it is independent from the IRS and the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS). LITCs offer tax representation services, not tax preparation services like the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.  LITCs can help taxpayers respond to IRS notices, handle audits, payment arrangements, and educate them on their rights and responsibilities as a taxpayer. All of these services are offered for a free or a small fee.  LITCs can also represent taxpayers in court. Who is eligible for the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic? Taxpayers must meet certain criteria to be eligible to receive services from a LITC. The taxpayers income must be under a certain threshold. This threshold is 250% of poverty guidelines for 2025. The amount of the dispute is also usually under $50,000. These same services are available to taxpayers whose first language is not English. Members of the ESL community may receive tax education from the LITC. How can I find a Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic? You can find an LITC near you by searching Publication 4134, Low Income Taxpayer Clinic List (PDF). If you are a spanish speaking taxpayer there is also a spanish version of the form that you can access here: Publication 4134 (sp), Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITCs) (Spanish version) .  What if I don't qualify for the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic? If you make too much money to qualify for the LITC all hope is not lost. You still have options such as an Installment Agreements, exploring an Offer in compromise is and How to qualify for an offer in compromise. But if those aren't right Currently not collectible status may be the right option for your account.  Need Tax Help Now? If you need answers to your tax debt questions, book a consultation with Timalyn via her Bowens Tax Solutions website.  Click this link to book a call. Please consider sharing this episode with your friends and family.  There are many people dealing with tax issues, and you may not know about it.  This information might be helpful to someone who really needs it.   As we conclude Episode 73, we encourage you to connect with Timalyn on social media. You'll be able to subscribe to this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and many other podcast platforms.   Remember, Timalyn Bowens is America's Favorite EA, and she's here to fill the tax literacy gap, one taxpayer at a time.  Thanks for listening to today's episode. For more information about tax relief options or filing your taxes, visit https://www.Bowenstaxsolutions.com/ . If you have any feedback or suggestions for an upcoming episode topic, please submit them here:  https://www.americasfavoriteea.com/contact. Disclaimer:  This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.  It provides a framework and possible solutions for solving your tax problems, but it is not legally binding.  Please consult your tax professional regarding your specific tax situation.

Shruti Kapoor comes back onto the podcast to discuss React 19.2, how it builds on React 19 and React 18, and new features like Activity, View Transitions, useEffectEvent, and React server components improvements powered by cacheSignal. They explore partial pre rendering, Suspense boundary batching, the stable React Compiler for auto memoed apps, and new Chrome dev tools performance tracks. The episode also covers Next.js 16 framework support and the updated ESL plugin react hooks. Links Website: https://shrutikapoor.dev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrutikapoor08/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shrutikapoor08 X: https://x.com/shrutikapoor08 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:2xjmzwgtmtxa4hqw7ofab4kb Resources React 19.2: https://react.dev/blog/2025/10/01/react-19-2 We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Fill out our listener survey (https://t.co/oKVAEXipxu)! https://t.co/oKVAEXipxu Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Elizabeth, at elizabeth.becz@logrocket.com (mailto:elizabeth.becz@logrocket.com), or tweet at us at PodRocketPod (https://twitter.com/PodRocketpod). Check out our newsletter (https://blog.logrocket.com/the-replay-newsletter/)! https://blog.logrocket.com/the-replay-newsletter/ Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form (https://podrocket.logrocket.com/get-podrocket-stickers), and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Chapters Special Guest: Shruti Kapoor.

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World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 4th December 2025.Today: Kenya British misconduct. Libya war-crimes suspect. Tunisia opposition arrest. Pakistan Afghanistan talks. Thailand scam crackdown. Mexico wage increase. United Nations Gaza criticism. Russia Ukraine impasse. Bulgaria government resignation. Germany state visit. Europe cat origins.With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Niall Moore and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

Episode 442 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the idiom “out in the open.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Nestor Abdon is a Filipino-Canadian pastor serving as Global & Local Outreach Pastor at Bramalea Baptist Church in Brampton, Ontario. Having ministered among newcomers, refugees, and diaspora churches across Canada, Nestor carries a deep passion for hospitality, multicultural mission, and the vital contribution of diaspora communities to the life and future of the church in Canada.In this conversation, Nestor traces his journey from growing up in the Philippines to arriving in Canada in 2010, pastoring within a Filipino church, serving at a refugee centre, and eventually leading newcomers and diaspora ministries at large churches in the Toronto area. His life and ministry have been shaped by the conviction that migration is not just a social reality but a biblical lens, that God is gathering the nations in Canadian cities, and that welcoming newcomers is central to the church's participation in the gospel today.Together, Nestor and Jason explore:How Nestor's own experience as a newcomer to Canada shaped his pastoral calling among immigrants, refugees, and international students,Practical ways churches can embody hospitality, through ESL programs, settlement partnerships, shared meals, and newcomer fellowships,The importance of a listening posture and intercultural competence in majority-culture churches, rather than rushing to fix problems without hearing people's actual needs,The unique role and strengths of diaspora and ethnic monocultural churches within the wider “gospel ecology” of Canadian cities,How majority-culture churches can move diaspora leaders from the margins to the centre, offering real voice, leadership, and shared decision-making,The tensions and possibilities of first and second generation dynamics, and why second-generation immigrants can serve as “cultural bridges” for the church,What it means to contextualize the gospel across cultures and why diaspora Christians give Nestor deep hope for the future of the church in Canada.Nestor speaks with warmth and a reflective wisdom formed in the overlap of the academy and local church. His story invites pastors to see their city as a global mission field, to make room for diaspora leaders at the table, and to embrace the beautiful, diverse foretaste of Revelation 7 that God is already bringing to life in Canada.Show NotesNestor's Book: Marginality of Visible Minorities in CanadaJason Georges Book: The 3d GospelBramlea Baptist ChurchGive to The Pastorate's Year End CampaignLead Pastor Fellowship ApplicationEmerging Leaders Lab ApplicationPartnersContact John Wright at Generis for help cultivating a culture of generosity in your church.

In this episode, we're diving into one of the biggest challenges ESL teachers face: building authentic relationships with students when your class sizes are large, your time is limited, and your responsibilities feel endless. If you've ever looked around your classroom and wondered, "How do I connect with everyone when I barely have time to breathe?" — you are not alone. Today, we explore practical, realistic, and impactful strategies that help you strengthen relationships with your students through small, intentional actions that fit naturally into your day. This episode isn't about adding more to your plate. It's about focusing on what matters most — connection, trust, and community. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why small, consistent moments of connection matter more than big gestures How simple check-ins can transform your class culture Realistic relationship-building routines for teachers with limited time Ways to weave connection naturally into transitions, greetings, and daily rituals How systems (not extra work!) can help you stay connected without burning out The importance of shared culture and community in an ESL classroom Key Strategies Discussed: Start With Simple, Consistent Check-Ins Build Relationships Through Shared Classroom Culture Use Systems to Stay Connected Without Burning Out Meaningful relationships aren't built through long conferences or elaborate activities — they're built through consistent, authentic moments of care. Even with limited time and large classes, you can create a classroom where every student feels seen, valued, and connected. Try one of the strategies from today's episode and let me know how it goes! Tag me on Instagram @myadventuresinesl or send me a message — I can't wait to cheer you on. Are you tired of planning and looking for lessons for your Language Learners every week? If so, then I have the perfect option for you! Join my monthly lesson planning club "The Close Read Club". Each month you will have access to lesson plans that are ready to print and go! Click here to learn more or go to myadventuresinesl.com/closereadclub.

In this powerful ESL story lesson, you'll follow Gary — a man stuck in bad habits, negativity, and regret — and learn how one decision helped him turn his entire life around. You'll practice should've, would've, could've in real past situations and discover how to talk about regrets, missed opportunities, and making better decisions. This episode will help you improve your grammar, build confidence, and think about your own habits. Listen, speak, practice, repeat!

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP068c-Interruptions.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for today's English for meetings lesson on how to deal with interruptions during a meeting. Meetings are a very important part of work life. They are where decisions are made, relationships are built, and work is coordinated. When meetings go smoothly, they can feel very productive. But meetings can easily become messy and unfocused. In many cases, people compete for time and attention during meetings. They interrupt each other to give new ideas, disagree, or try to get their way. Knowing how to deal with interruptions is a critical skill if you want to participate fully in a meeting. Interrupting people is easier if you learn some useful phrases. You can also learn language to help you stop an interruption and finish what you were saying. In some cases, you might need to concede someone else's point, either partly or fully. When we concede a point, we are saying “okay, you're right.” Sometimes that's the key to moving on after an interruption. In today's dialog, we'll join a meeting at a manufacturing company. Bill is the production manager and Mei Lin and Sam work in HR. They are discussing staffing and recruiting for a new production line. Bill is keen to hire new staff, but Sam and Mei Lin want to explore alternative approaches so there's a lot of disagreement and interrupting during the meeting. Listening Questions 1. What does Bill say is the purpose of the meeting? 2. What is one of the expressions Mei Lin uses to interrupt Bill when he's speaking? 3. What does Bill say to get back to what he was trying to say after being interrupted? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 68c – English for Meetings: Dealing with Interruptions first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.

Ready to impress your friends, students, or family at Thanksgiving dinner? In this fun, fast, and fascinating episode of English Makes No Sense, we explore 25 surprising, hilarious, and little-known Thanksgiving facts — perfect for ESL learners, teachers, and anyone who loves American culture.Discover why only male turkeys gobble, how fast wild turkeys can run, why Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey on U.S. money, what foods were actually at the first Thanksgiving, and which classic holiday dish was created as a soup advertisement.We also dig into:

World news in 7 minutes. Tuesday 3rd September 2024.Today: Guinea-Bissau takeover. Kenya trade deal. Hong Kong building fire. New Zealand murder. Australia social media ban. United Kingdom tax rise. France Sarkozy conviction. European Commission Shein. Peru Vizcarra prison. Mexico extortion law. Taiwan film Oscars.With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Niall Moore and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

If you've ever felt like your emotions take over the moment a connection feels uncertain… or you find yourself spiraling, overthinking, and craving reassurance even when you know it's “too much,” this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. Today, we're diving into anxious attachment through a compassionate, science-backed lens, exploring your nervous system, your past relational experiences, and the truth that nothing is wrong with you. Your reactions make sense. And yes, you can absolutely heal.Inside the episode, we cover:The nervous system science behind anxious attachment - why your body stays in threat anticipation mode and why reassurance-seeking feels uncontrollable.The real roots of anxious attachment - inconsistent caregiving, emotional invalidation, early relationship trauma, and how those patterns shape adult relationships.The cultural pressure cooker - how modern dating, ghosting, and the “cool girl” narrative intensify anxious attachment and dysregulate your system even more.If this episode resonated and your heart is saying, “I can't do another year of these patterns…” I want to lovingly encourage you to take action now.Applications for the Empowered.Secure.Loved Program close this year, and we have extremely limited spots left. If you know you're ready to become securely attached and change your relationship patterns for good, this is your chance.And because it's Black Friday, you can also unlock the Secure Love Accelerator for over 70% off, but only while spots last. This is the most affordable way to start transforming your attachment system, and the offer will not return.Apply to ESL now or grab your Accelerator spot before the Black Friday offer closes.Your future self (the secure, grounded, loved version of you) will be so grateful you said yes.

Episode 441 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the interesting expression “Put your money where your mouth is” (and two similar expressions). Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Today's episode is such a special one. I'm sitting down with one of our incredible ESL graduates, Carlina, whose story of healing, sobriety, self-discovery, and stepping into secure, emotionally available love will move you to your core. If you've ever struggled with repeating relationship patterns, feeling “too much,” navigating disorganized attachment, or doubting whether secure love is possible for you… this conversation will give you so much hope. Carlina gets incredibly vulnerable about breaking cycles, building belief in herself, healing family relationships, and attracting a securely attached partner who meets her with patience, consistency, and kindness. You won't want to miss this one.Inside the episode, we cover:How disorganized attachment, numbing, and girl-bossing into avoidance kept Carlina stuck in the same cycles and the moment she decided she couldn't do it anymore.The exact beliefs she rewired inside the program (including “I'm too much” and “I'll always be left behind”) and how that opened the door to healthy, secure partnership.What it feels like to date someone emotionally available, patient, consistent—and how secure love allowed her to soften, receive, and be her authentic self.If Carlina's journey spoke to you and you're feeling that pull… this is your sign. The Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program is closing applications THIS YEAR, and once doors close, they are closed. If you're ready to stop repeating patterns, heal at the root, and finally step into the love and life you deserve, now is the time to apply.

Climb aboard and see the sights from the sky!

Learn more about Michael Wenderoth, Executive Coach: www.changwenderoth.comEver feel you are getting penalized at work – not getting promoted, not being listened to, not being seen as a leader – because of your accent? “Accent bias” is very real, says Peter Novak, but his prescriptions on how to overcome that bias – and elevate yourself – may surprise you. In this episode of 97% Effective, host Michael Wenderoth sits down with Peter Novak, PhD and founder of the Strictly Speaking Group. They discuss how we should think about accents – and the keys to succeeding in high stakes communications, particularly if you are a non-native English speaker. Peter challenges the usefulness of “accent reduction” training and the common advice to “not read from a script,” sharing research and cutting-edge strategies (including ones that involve AI) that have helped his clients become rising stars who embrace the power of their multilingual identities. You'll leave this episode with the hard truths on accents and amazingly practical tips that will immediately help you ascend.SHOW NOTES:Peter's interest in communication, accents and theater that drove his career and lifeInsights from Peter's two year project translating Shakespeare's 12th night into American Sign Language (ASL)Blunt question #1: Is “accent bias” real? Peter shares the research.What the heck does confidence in English sound like?The core of Peter's work: How do you speak in a way that meets the expectations of what native speakers are listening for?Blunt question #2: Should I get accent reduction training? Peter's surprising response.Brain science on what native English speakers are listening for: English as a “stress-timed language” where stressing certain words generates meaningBeyond your words and accent: understanding “prosody” or the musicality of a language to convey meaning, intention – and make your communication landPractical Tip: One of the best things you can do is to get a good microphone!“It's not an accent, it's an identity”The Canadian study that showed that language training that focused on “macro-linguistic factors” (variation, tone, pace) mattered more than training that focused on accentPractical Tip for fast speakers: Don't slow down – Instead pause within the sentence around “thought clusters”How to sound confident, curious, or spontaneous: When and how to use downward, upward and sustained intonation in your communication.How to read from a text – but still sound like you are speaking off the cuffPractical Tip: Practice your speech out loud – but record it with a voice to text app – and then ask AI to generate a voice print and recommendations.Practical Tip: Scoring and the “2 1/2 inch trick” when delivering a powerful speech through virtual meetings and online video communication.Repeating words, using sustained inflection – and not being confined by the text: Peter demonstrates how to sound spontaneous when reading from a scriptPractical tip, inspired by Ginger Rogers: How to send subtle reminders at work that you are powerful and do a lot of heavy lifting.Practical tip, inspired by Laura Huang: Turn a stereotypically perceived weakness into a strengthPractical tip: Use idioms from your native language (where Peter reveals his Argentinian-accented Spanish!)Understanding how people want their communications: Ask them, ask others, use new AI toolsPractical tip for non-native speakers: Provide sign posts and structure to ensure your message landsLightning round with Peter: Who has most shaped his thinking, How communication will evolve with AI BIO AND LINKS:Peter Novak is the founder of Strictly Speaking Group, where he has built his reputation as a globally recognized communications coach. Since 2016, his team has coached thousands—from rising stars to Fortune 50 executives—helping global companies succeed in high-stakes communications. A top-rated LinkedIn Learning instructor, Peter's course on clear speech for global professionals has attracted more than 250,000 learners and has been translated into six languages. He is recognized for his work with multilingual leaders and non-native English speakers, blending linguistics, cultural intelligence (CQ), and inclusive communication. Peter holds a doctorate in Dramaturgy from Yale, and is Professor Emeritus at the University of San Francisco, where he co-founded the Performing Arts & Social Justice program. Peter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-novak-ssg/Strictly Speaking Group: https://www.strictlyspeakinggroup.comPeter's LinkedIn Learning Course: https://tinyurl.com/4w98sfe6Signing Shakespeare: Peter's translation of Twelfth Night into American Sign Language (ASL) https://tinyurl.com/5acxjmcuResearch (Lit Review) on the advantages of multilingualism: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/383948429_Literature_Review_The_Advantages_of_Multilingualism“Learners can become more intelligible or comprehensible through instruction with ‘no noticeable change in accent' ” –controlled investigation on the effects of ESL teaching. “Evidence for a Broad Framework for Pronunciation Instruction” (Derwing, Munro & Wibe): https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/0023-8333.00047Laura Huang's book – EDGE: Turning Adversity into Advantage https://a.co/d/1C1GXk697% Effective EP115: The Power of Being in Outsider (Prof Sven Horak): https://tinyurl.com/2y48e9jtArdjan Verdooren's book on intercultural communication: Cultures Don't Meet, People Do https://a.co/d/82S7j04Michael's Award-Winning book, Get Promoted: What Your Really Missing at Work That's Holding You Back https://tinyurl.com/453txk74Watch this episode on video, the 97% Effective Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@97PercentEffectiveAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

World news in 7 minutes. Thursday 20th November 2025.Today: Ukraine drone attack. Poland consulate closure. North Macedonia nightclub trial. United States Epstein files. Canada space funding. Chile Patagonia deaths. Japan fire. Vietnam floods landslides. New Zealand drug ban. Tunisia doctor strike. Egypt village reconstruction.With Juliet MartinSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week. Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week. We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Niall Moore and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

Fernando Garcia left Honduras on foot at just 11 years old with his older cousin. Now, 13 years later he's opening up about his journey and how it changed the trajectory of his life. He arrived to the border of the U.S. escorted by “coyote people” that his mother paid for so he could join her. She had left her beloved country, Honduras, when he was five years old so she could provide for him from afar seeing no other opportunities for growth in her homeland. Unfortunately, she has never been able to return to her country. But, she knew bringing her young brilliant son to America would be life changing for him. Fernando was a bright young student and his teachers saw potential in his schoolwork, natural curiosity, and persistence to learn. He speaks openly about arriving and entering school not knowing English and not having access to ESL in his school. Like many students, he quietly observed his classmates and students learning about language and culture from their every move. He later taught himself English because once entering middle school he felt the teachers were going too slow for his learning pace. He found his natural athletic ability in soccer would open doors socially with his peers as well as position him to be recognized by high school coaches. Fernando shares how a guidance counselor experience was pivotal to his academic journey and helped to foster a pathway for his success. Now, years later, he's a proud graduate of a prestigious university where he also played club soccer for their D1 team. Looking forward, he has completed the LSAT's, the challenging entrance exam to law school, where he intends to become an immigration attorney to help a population he can authentically relate to. His quiet demeanor portrays a compassionate heart rich with love and faith, while at the core his inner strength and resilience are reminders of his life-changing journey to a new land to join his beloved mother.

Get ready to twist your tongue and boost your English pronunciation! In this fun and light-hearted episode of English Makes No Sense, we take on a Tongue Twister Challenge using some of the trickiest English consonant clusters: spr, str, br, and tr.Perfect for ESL learners, English students, and anyone who wants to improve speaking clarity, fluency, and confidence, this episode breaks down each consonant cluster through easy explanations and hilarious tongue twisters that will stretch your mouth and train your ear.You'll practice cluster pronunciation, learn how these sounds work in real English words, and test your skills with four original tongue twisters — all delivered in the fun and friendly English Makes No Sense voice.Whether you're learning English for work, school, or fun, this episode is packed with pronunciation practice, listening skills training, and lots of laughs.Let's twist, stretch, and speak English with confidence!#EnglishMakesNoSense #EMNS #LearnWithSLRockfish#TongueTwisterChallenge #EnglishTongueTwisters #ConsonantClusters #PronunciationPractice #SpeakClearly #EnglishSounds#ESLCommunity #StudyEnglish #LanguageLearning #PronunciationTips #FunEnglish

Episode 440 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the common expression “on a first-name basis.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Welcome educators! Before we dive in, don't forget to check out the engaging ESL resources available at myadventuresinesl.com/store. Episode Overview As we move closer to Winter Break, it's completely normal to feel the weight of the season — the planning, the paperwork, the constant juggling. In this episode, we explore a powerful mindset shift that can bring clarity, purpose, and even joy back into your weekly planning: seeing lesson planning not as a chore, but as an act of design. This episode offers encouragement, practical strategies, and a refreshing way to approach planning so that it feels more intentional, creative, and energizing. In This Episode, We Explore: ✨ Why Planning Feels Heavy This Time of Year The pressure of ongoing lessons, deadlines, and constant demands How exhaustion and guilt creep in for many ESL teachers A reminder that you are doing meaningful, impactful work ✨ The Mindset Shift: Planning → Designing Learn how seeing yourself as an instructional designer changes everything: It reignites creativity Lessons feel more purposeful Students experience deeper engagement Planning becomes less overwhelming and more rewarding ✨ How This Shift Transforms Your Classroom When planning becomes design, you: Make more intentional choices Build lessons that flow instead of disconnect Focus on experiences, not checklists Support language growth with more clarity and ease Key Strategies Covered 1. Start With the Student Experience Instead of opening your template first, ask: "What do I want my students to experience and feel during this lesson?" This approach helps you design lessons that are meaningful and memorable. 2. Sketch the Student Journey Map out what students are doing, saying, and thinking from warm-up to wrap-up. Then layer in language objectives and scaffolds. 3. Create a Lesson Design Framework Designers use frameworks — teachers can too. Build a structure that includes: Your non-negotiables (language objectives, interaction, scaffolds) A consistent lesson flow Flexibility for different proficiency levels This cuts planning time dramatically and brings consistency to your instruction. 4. Reflect Like a Designer After each lesson, ask: What worked well? Where did students engage the most? What would I redesign next time? Reflection keeps you intentional and growing. Encouragement for the Week You don't have to reinvent your lessons every time. You don't have to settle for planning that drains you. You get to design experiences that help multilingual learners grow in extraordinary ways. Call to Action This week, choose one upcoming lesson and redesign it through a designer's lens. Start with the experience, build your support, and simplify the rest. Share your reflection with me!

Learn English for project managers in this lesson on dealing with conflicts with subcontractors. >>> The post BEP 419 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 2 first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.

¿Qué tal si lo más difícil de aprender inglés no fuera la gramática, sino la vergüenza? En este episodio hablamos con Erika Warner, profesora de inglés certificada con 10 años de experiencia y, sobre todo, inmigrante latina orgullosa, con la misión de educar y empoderar a su gente. Pasó de ser estudiante de ESL en Denver a enseñar por el mundo y crear Spanish Land en Boise, además de inglés pa' mi gente, cursos y clases online increíbles para apoyar a adultos que se sienten estancados.  Su historia recorre de Mallorca a Moscú e Idaho y muestra cómo la identidad, la comunidad y los pequeños logros diarios pueden transformar la voz de cualquier aprendiz. Erika explica por qué tantos adultos se quedan atrapados en “la etapa difícil del medio” y cómo avanzar con frases simples, comunicación clara y correcciones que cuidan la dignidad.Una conversación para quienes quieren dejar el perfeccionismo atrás y empezar a sentir progreso: pedir un café sin nervios, hacer una pregunta en el trabajo, atreverse a hacer una llamada. Comunicación primero, constancia después y el resto llega solo.Pa' mi gente - Erika WarnerSend BEHAS a text.Support the showTo Share - Connect & Relate: Share Your Thoughts and Shape the Show! Tell me what you love about the podcast and what you want to hear more about. Please email me at behas.podcast@gmail.com and be part of the conversation! To be on the show Podmatch Profile Ordinary people, extraordinary experiences - Real voices, real moments - ​Human connection through stories - Live true storytelling podcast - Confessions - First person emotional narratives - Unscripted Life Stories. Thank you for listening - Hasta Pronto!

Episode 439 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the common expression “off the top of your head.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

Welcome educators!

Stop Giving Embarrassing Answers — Improve Your Speaking 133% with the D.N.A.S. Method

Learn English for project management in this lesson on dealing with conflict with subcontractors. >>> The post BEP 418 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 1 first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.

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Krishna arrived in the U.S. from Haiti just over 2 years ago full of hope, wonder and promise. With a temporary protected status she finally felt safe and ready to take on new goals and challenges to make a life and career for herself. Leaving behind her aunt, brother, and cousin in Haiti, and her mother living in Suriname, she saw a future ahead of her full of opportunity and safety. She ached for their touch and to see them in person but thankfully technology bridged the distance and inspired her to persist while providing strength on her darkest days. In the U.S. she has created a life full of education, hard work, and friendship. Her first initiative was to learn English so she immediately registered for classes and attended adult education knowing this was as essential key to create independence. While going to classes 4 days a week, she also worked full time at a local grocery store. She was committed to her goals and deeply grateful to the many opportunities she was able to take advantage of. Adult education classes offered English, but also helped create a new community of friends along with a network of teachers and administrators who supported her along the way. She successfully graduated from that program in June 2025. She knew learning English was just the start to build her future, but simultaneously she felt called to a career in healthcare. Krishna enrolled in a Certified Nurse Aide certification course at a local community college where she engaged in lectures, labs, ESL class for medical curriculum support, and clinicals providing experience at the hospital and a local nursing home. After much hard work and study, she successfully passed the exam and is now certified. While continuing to look for a position at a nursing home, she is grateful for her work and the opportunities to improve her communication skills. With Krishna's internal motivation to succeed there is no doubt she will continue to persevere and keep moving forward wherever she may live. She is committed to her personal and professional goals and despite the challenges she remains faithful and positive about her future.

Episode 438 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you how to use the fun expression “Earth to...” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com. (And let me know if you'd like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

You are going to love this bonus episode!