Teaching can feel isolating—but it was never meant to be that way. In this episode, we dive deep into what a Professional Learning Network (PLN) really is, why it matters more than ever, and how meaningful connections can transform not just your teaching, but your identity as an educator. This is not about followers or platforms—it’s about people, dialogue, and growth beyond borders. If you’ve ever felt alone in this profession, this conversation will remind you that learning thrives in community.
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Burnout is one of the most silent yet destructive realities in language teaching—and too many educators carry it alone. In this episode, we unpack what burnout really looks like for language teachers, why passion often turns into exhaustion, and how systemic pressures quietly erode well-being. This is an honest, research-informed, and deeply human reflection on emotional labor, boundaries, identity, and sustainability in teaching. If you’ve ever felt tired beyond rest, disconnected from your passion, or unsure whether you can keep going, this episode is for you.
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This powerful episode dives into one of the most emotional and misunderstood issues in language education: teacher identity. From native-speaker privilege to the resilience of non-native educators to the fluid, global identities that defy traditional labels, this monologue unpacks the politics, biases, strengths, and lived experiences shaping teachers today. Raw, honest, and deeply reflective, it challenges outdated narratives and reminds educators that identity is not a limitation — it’s a superpower. A must-listen for anyone navigating the modern ELT landscape.
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Humor isn’t just a classroom extra—it’s a pedagogical superpower. In this episode, we explore how laughter lowers the affective filter, strengthens memory, builds trust, shapes cultural understanding, and transforms classroom dynamics. From neuroscience to classroom stories, from pragmatics to emotional safety, this deep dive reveals how humor becomes one of the most powerful tools in a language teacher’s arsenal. If you’ve ever wondered why some classrooms feel alive while others feel heavy, this episode will open your eyes to the subtle magic of humor.
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What if the key to better memory and clearer pronunciation isn’t more study time — but more music? In this powerful, research-driven episode, we explore how melody, rhythm, and emotional engagement can transform the way learners absorb vocabulary, internalize chunks, and develop natural pronunciation. From neuroscience insights to real classroom stories, you’ll discover why music is far more than a fun add-on — it’s one of the most efficient learning tools ever created. Whether you teach young learners or adults, this episode will completely reshape how you think about language, sound, and memory.
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In this powerful episode, we explore how mindfulness can transform the emotional experience of language learning. Anxiety, fear of judgment, and self-doubt often block learners long before grammar or vocabulary do—but with the right tools, those emotional barriers can become stepping stones. Through research, storytelling, and practical techniques, we dive into how breathwork, grounding, self-awareness, and emotional regulation can strengthen confidence, boost memory, improve pronunciation, and open the door to real communicative courage. This episode invites you to slow down, reconnect with your inner voice, and learn in a way that feels human, present, and empowered.
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Creating a safe speaking environment isn’t about warm-up games or friendly decorations — it’s about building a psychological climate where learners feel brave enough to be imperfect. In this deeply reflective episode, we explore the emotional architecture behind speaking: how trust forms, why fear of negative evaluation silences students, and what truly makes a learner open their mouth and take that vulnerable step into communication. Through research, real classroom stories, and honest insights, this episode unpacks what safety really looks like — and how teachers can design spaces where voices grow, identities strengthen, and courage becomes part of the learning process.
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This episode takes a profound dive into the heart of self-assessment and learner autonomy — two pillars of modern language education that transform not only how students learn, but who they become. Through research, personal reflection, psychological insight, and real classroom stories, we explore how learners can evaluate themselves honestly, build confidence, develop strategic awareness, and ultimately take ownership of their language journey. If you want to empower your learners to grow independently and meaningfully, this episode is for you.
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Part II goes even deeper into the heart of safeguarding as Mike and Rachel unpack Edify’s Living Safeguarding Charter — a dynamic, scenario-based framework designed to protect students and empower tutors worldwide. This episode explores how safeguarding meets inclusion, how tutors can better serve neurodivergent learners, what parents desperately need to know, and how global collaboration can build a universal language of care. Through stories, reflection, and practical insight, this conversation reframes tutoring as more than instruction — it becomes a human responsibility shared by all of us.
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In this powerful first installment of a two-part conversation, The Languages Pedagogy Podcast dives into a topic that affects millions of families worldwide — but is rarely discussed with honesty: safeguarding in the global tutoring industry. Mike sits down with Rachel from Edify Empower Tutoring to explore the hidden risks behind unregulated tutoring, the moral responsibility educators hold, and the urgent need to create safer learning environments for every child. From real-world blind spots to the birth of Edify’s Living Safeguarding Charter, this episode illuminates why safety must be the foundation of learning — not an optional add-on.
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In this episode of The Languages Pedagogy Podcast, we unpack the delicate balance between formative and summative assessment in language teaching. Discover how feedback, timing, and authenticity can transform the way learners grow—and how to design evaluations that inspire rather than intimidate. From Finnish classrooms to global test cultures, we explore why the most effective teachers measure progress not with numbers, but with understanding.
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In this episode, we explore the art and science of blended and hybrid learning — the powerful fusion of face-to-face teaching and digital education. From designing intentional learning experiences to balancing human connection with online flexibility, discover how teachers around the world are redefining what it means to “go to class.” Perfect for educators navigating post-pandemic teaching or reimagining their classrooms for the future.
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What if your students didn’t just learn the language — but used it to change something?
In this reflective and research-driven episode, we dive deep into Project-Based Language Learning, a transformative approach where communication becomes creation. From classroom podcasts and global collaborations to local civic projects, discover how students build language through doing, reflecting, and connecting. We explore theory, practice, neuroscience, and the quiet human moments that make learning last. This episode redefines what it means to teach — and to learn — through purpose.
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What if the best way to plan a language course is to start at the end? In this episode, we explore backward design — a powerful approach that begins with desired outcomes and builds every lesson, task, and assessment around them. Learn how to align teaching goals with real-world performance, create authentic assessments, and design with purpose. Whether you’re crafting a new syllabus or rethinking your classroom practice, this episode will help you plan backward to move learners forward.
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How do we guide without taking control? In this episode, we explore the art and science of scaffolding — the subtle, powerful balance between support and independence in language learning. From Vygotsky’s theories to modern classroom practices, we uncover how teachers can lift students higher without carrying them. Thought-provoking, reflective, and full of classroom wisdom, this episode redefines what it means to help your students — without holding them back.
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In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, we explore what it truly means to teach respect through language. “Intercultural Competence: Teaching Respect with Language” dives deep into how language classrooms can become spaces of empathy, inclusion, and peacebuilding. From miscommunications that reveal hidden cultural values to strategies for fostering curiosity instead of judgment, this episode reminds us that learning a language is not just learning to speak — it’s learning to understand humanity.
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In this second part of a raw and eye-opening conversation, we dive deeper into the uncomfortable truths of discrimination in the language-teaching world.
From unequal pay to the myth of “native superiority,” they share real stories that expose the systemic bias holding teachers back — and why it’s time to stand together, not apart.
This episode explores:
• Why qualifications still lose to passports
• The emotional toll of being “non-native” in a native-obsessed market
• How teachers can report and challenge discriminatory hiring
• Why true professionalism has nothing to do with where you were born
A must-listen for educators, administrators, and anyone who believes teaching should be about skill, not skin or citizenship.
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In this eye-opening episode, Anna and I dive into one of the most controversial and emotional topics in language education — nativism, bias, and inequality in ELT.
From job ads demanding “young, attractive native speakers” to teachers underpaid or dismissed because of their passport, this conversation strips away the polite silence surrounding discrimination in our industry.
Mike shares shocking personal stories from Russia and Asia, while Anna recounts what her American colleague felt when used as an “advertising token.” Together, they ask: What truly makes a good teacher — nationality or knowledge?
Raw, candid, and necessary — this is a call to every educator who’s ever felt unseen or undervalued.
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Questions are the soul of learning—but not all questions are created equal. In this episode, we dive into the art of questioning in the language classroom: how to craft inquiries that provoke thought, build confidence, and spark discovery. From Bloom’s Taxonomy to Socratic dialogue, from emotional tone to cultural nuance—learn how great teachers turn questions into catalysts for growth.
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What if your students could become each other’s best teachers?
In this episode of the Languages Pedagogy Podcast, we explore the art of peer feedback—how to train learners to give, receive, and grow from each other’s insights. From classroom trust to linguistic tools, from reflection strategies to digital collaboration, discover how peer feedback can transform your classroom into a thriving, cooperative learning community.
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