Best Jennifer English Teachers Podcasts (2024)

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How to Teach Very High-Level English Learners 32:49

6h ago32:49

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Send us a Text Message. Teaching very advanced English learners can be a little more challenging than teaching beginners for a variety of reasons. Jackie and Jennifer share all of their tips and tricks such as using authentic materials, along with suggestions for activities to do with your students who are pushing to become fluent in English. ESL/E…

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Reading Adventure-Chapter 7 20:16

1d ago20:16

20:16

Dear students, get ready to be shocked in this chapter! I can't wait for you to hear it! Support the podcast and become a part of our Book Club. patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Book Adventure-Chapter 6 21:48

8d ago21:48

21:48

Here we are....another Monday, another chapter! I hope that you guys are enjoying this book adventure as much as I am! Please consider becoming a supporter of our podcast (follow the link below) patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Refill the Well and Beat the ESL Teaching Burnout! 33:42

11d ago33:42

33:42

Send us a Text Message. It's summer vacation for many teachers, and let's be honest, it can't come soon enough for many people! It's easy to feel the burnout when you're teaching English. We talk about some of the most common reasons why ESL teachers might feel burnt out, and then offer some suggestions for how to fill your well back up again befor…

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Guest Episode: Jennifer Feeley, Part 2 (English) 16:51

12d ago16:51

16:51

This episode features the second portion of our conversation with the award-winning literary translator Jennifer Feeley. Where last time we learned about her journey to Cantonese and her work translating the poetry and prose of the Hong Kong author Xi Xi, this time we hear about her recent translation of the psychological thriller Tongueless, by La…

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Reading Adventure-Chapter 5 15:28

15d ago15:28

15:28

Here we are again! Another Monday, another chapter...another opportunity to improve your English. Please buy the book (the link is below) https://a.co/d/dRhPgBS Also, support our podcast so that you can become a part of our Weekly LIVE book club. patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Book Adventure-Chapter 4 21:36

22d ago21:36

21:36

Here we go! Here is chapter four of this incredible book that we are reading together. Please buy the book on Amazon; I will include the link below. Also, join our book club by becoming a podcast supporter. Click the link below. patreon.com/user?u=5078593 Purchase the book

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Pros and Cons of Using the L1 in English Class 14:35

25d ago14:35

14:35

Send us a Text Message. Should teachers use the first language of the students in the classroom, or conduct the class entirely in English? It's an important question and one that's often up for debate in the TEFL world. Find out the pros and cons of using a shared first language with the students in an ESL/EFL class. ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and M…

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Book Adventure-Chapter 3 18:13

29d ago18:13

18:13

Here we are ready to embark on chapter number 3 of this phenomenal book called "the Giver" Please buy the book on Amazon so that you can follow the story. The link is below. https://www.amazon.com/Giver-Quartet-Lois-Lowry/dp/0544336267/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ILCAZLMQ2V79&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8f505ImBAcu77UJmdI7o1lUPqN1kRQfAcNOeg4gmVDw8Hrnu9Fem0H_2tMY8DQLOYxY…

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Guest Episode: Jennifer Feeley, Part 1 (English) 32:01

30d ago32:01

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In this episode we interview the award-winning literary translator Jennifer Feeley. Jennifer has helped introduce English-language readers around the world to a variety of works of Hong Kong poetry and fiction. She has been particularly prolific this year—her translation of Lau Yee-Wa’s novel Tongueless came out in June, and her translation of Xi X…

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Book Adventure-Chapter 2 26:35

1M ago26:35

26:35

Here we are ready to get into chapter two of this amazing book called the Giver! Please buy the book on Amazon so that you can follow this book-reading experience. I will leave the link below. Also, please consider becoming a podcast supporter for only $4 per month so that you can join our book club where we will be talking about the book every Sat…

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Learning Tip: Measure Words/量詞 (loeng6 ci4), Part 1 (粵/Eng) 15:19

1M ago15:19

15:19

Measure words (also referred to as "classifiers" in linguistics, or 量詞/loeng6 ci4) appear in multiple languages, but they have some special functions in Cantonese. Today we begin to discuss what to watch out for when studying or teaching them, as well as some of the ways that their usage differs between Cantonese and Mandarin.…

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Tips for Teaching English to Adult Beginners 12:27

1M ago12:27

12:27

Send us a Text Message. Jackie talks about all things teaching English to adult beginners. Teaching ESL to lower-level adults can be quite tricky because they often lack confidence. Here are some tips and tricks for building confidence, including making the class as student-centred as possible, doing a needs analysis and focusing on vocabulary. Fin…

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Book Adventure-Chapter 1 42:09

1M ago42:09

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Hello dear students, today is the day we start our second book-reading adventure. This is chapter 1. If you want to support the podcast, so that you can join our ZOOM meetings every Saturday where we will talk about the book, click on the blue link below. patreon.com/user?u=5078593 buy the book https://www.amazon.com/Giver-Quartet-Lois-Lowry/dp/054…

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Teacher, where have you been? 6:53

2M ago6:53

6:53

Yes, I know...it's been a while! It's been a month to be exact. But in today's episode, I tell you exactly why I've been absent for a month. If you want to support our podcast, please click the blue link below. patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Test Prep: How to Prepare Students for the IELTS/TOEFL/TOEIC/CELPIP 27:31

2M ago27:31

27:31

Send us a Text Message. Jackie and Jennifer talk all things preparing students for English proficiency exams like the TOEFL, TOIEC, CELPIP, or IELTS. We give some tips and tricks, strategies, and things to avoid like the plague. Help students improve their English exam scores with these pro-level tips! Find Out More: TOEFL Reading Tips IELTS Speaki…

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Task Based Learning and Teaching 33:21

2M ago33:21

33:21

Send us a Text Message. Jackie and Jennifer talk all things task-based learning and teaching. Level up your English classes with all ages and levels by incorporating some task-based activities. We talk about the reasons to use this style of lesson, as well as some of the classic activities to use. Find Out More: Task-Based Language Teaching Intro t…

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Episode 153: In AWE of Jennifer Womble 47:00

3M ago47:00

47:00

Jennifer Womble believes in the value of education and leadership in today’s technological world. Her vision for transforming education includes creating high quality professional development for education in the technology space. Since 2010, she has served as the Conference Chair for the Future of Education Technology Conference (#FETC), the large…

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Who was Hiro Onoda? 10:19

3M ago10:19

10:19

Have you ever heard of Hiro Onoda? Let's just say that his story is incredible! That's what today's podcast episode is about. We ask ourselves the question, who was Hiro Onoda and what makes his story so incredible.

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Conversation: Reading and Writing for Cantonese Speakers (粵, w/《絮言狂想》) 30:04

3M ago30:04

30:04

In this episode, we are joined by Israel, Kenny, and Samuel from the podcast seoi6 jin4 kwong4 soeng2. In that podcast, the trio uses Cantonese to discuss learning just about every other language in the world, and we highly recommend it to listeners of Chatty Cantonese. Another portion of our conversation appeared on the seoi6 jin4 kwong4 soeng2 fe…

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Top 10 ESL Games and Activities for Adults 7:18

3M ago7:18

7:18

Send us a Text Message. Check out my top 10 ESL games and activities for adults. The key to better English classes is a wide variety of engaging and interactive activities and this podcast episode will help you get there in style! Find Out More: ESL Conversation Activities for Adults ESL Games for Adults on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Instag…

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Are Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck on the verge of a divorce? 11:50

3M ago11:50

11:50

New rumors are swirling about Ben and Jen, but looking past the rumors, what can we learn about marriage and commitment through Jennifer's for failed marriages? For anyone who would like to support our podcast, please click the blue link below patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Tips for Teaching English for Specific Purposes 12:21

3M ago12:21

12:21

Send us a Text Message. Check out these tips for teaching English for specific purposes, including medical English, aviation English, tourism English, business English, and more. The tips include using role-plays, focusing on vocabulary, helping students get the results they need, and doing a needs analysis. Find Out More: ESL Speaking on Facebook …

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Episode 152: Sponsorship Spotlight-In AWE of Tom Murray 47:59

3M ago47:59

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Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools®, a project of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C. He has testified before the United States Congress and has worked alongside that body, the US Senate, the White House, the US Department of Education and state departments of education, corporations, and school districts throughout t…

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Top 10 Tips for Newbie English Teachers: Level Up Your ESL Teaching! 14:10

3M ago14:10

14:10

Send us a Text Message. Check out these tips for newbie English teachers, including learning names, ICQs and CCQs, using positive reinforcement, lesson planning, and more. Find Out More: Top 10 Tips for New English Teachers Tips for Newbie English teachers on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Pinterest Teaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon) Podcast …

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ESL Flashcard Games and Activities for Young Learners 18:10

3M ago18:10

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Send us a Text Message. Join Jackie and Jennifer as we talk all things ESL Flashcard games and activities for young learners. Pick up some tips and tricks, as well as good ideas for teaching English to children using flashcards. Find Out More: Flashcard Activities on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Pinterest Teaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon) …

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Episode 151: In AWE of Kim Strobel 34:13

4M ago34:13

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Kim Strobel is a renowned motivational speaker and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, sought after by schools, businesses, and organizations worldwide. With her powerful message about the impact of happiness on well-being and the pursuit of fulfillment, she traverses the globe, sharing her insights. Kim specializes in empowering educato…

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Why are self-help books on the rise? 9:01

4M ago9:01

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In today's podcast episode, we delve into the topic of self-help books. We ask ourselves; why are they so popular and are they effective? Please consider supporting our podcast by clicking the link below patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Why is sleep so important? 6:31

4M ago6:31

6:31

In today's episode, we explore the topic of sleep and ask ourselves a simple question: Why is sleep so important? As always, we also take the opportunity to learn as much English as possible by exploring new topics. If you want to support our podcast, click the link below patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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How to Quiet a Noisy Classroom (For ESL/EFL Teachers) 28:05

4M ago28:05

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Send us a Text Message. If you want to learn how to quiet a very noisy classroom, you'll want to check out this episode as Jackie and Jennifer share their tips and tricks. Find out what not to do, along with some strategies for maintaining order and calm, in a classroom with lots of students. Find Out More: Jackie on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie…

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Who will win the 2024 US election? 8:50

4M ago8:50

8:50

In today's podcast episode, we ask the following question; who will win the 2024 US election we take the opportunity to look at some common English words that tend to be used in elections. If you want to support this podcast, please click the blue link below patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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What do we think about Beyonce’s version of the song Joline? 10:43

4M ago10:43

10:43

Let's talk about Beyonce's version of Jolene.

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Episode 150: Sponsorship Spotlight-In AWE of Jim Wichman 41:42

5M ago41:42

41:42

Throughout his 25 year career, Jim has demonstrated a deep commitment to fostering collective efficacy within each school he has served. Having grown up in poverty and even experiencing homelessness, Jim is acutely aware of the challenges that students and educators face every day. His innovative and dedicated approach, focused on "Respecting, Supp…

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How to be a Confident English Teacher (Top 10 Tips) 15:49

4M ago15:49

15:49

Send us a Text Message. If you want to be a more confident English teacher, you'll want to check out this episode as Jackie shares her top 10 tips and tricks for gaining confidence in teaching. Find Out More: Jackie on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie on Pinterest Teaching ESL for Newbies (on Amazon) Podcast Information Support the show Support the …

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What’s the story behind the world famous song Joline? 11:38

5M ago11:38

11:38

In today's episode, we dig deeper behind the lyrics of the world-famous song Jolene. Why has this song become so famous? What is its true meaning? Become a podcast supporter patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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What can we learn from Beyonce and her unexpected country album? 21:06

5M ago21:06

21:06

This episode explains why Beyonce's latest album Cowboy Carter is so controversial. We also talk about what it means to deal with real negative nancies and so much more. If you want to support this podcast click the link below patreon.com/user?u=5078593 Here is link to Beyonce's CMA's performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jj1T7uHdBcY…

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Jolt 104: Awe-Inspiring Moments-Imperfect Consistency 23:03

5M ago23:03

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Sarah shares insight around how we can live our own history and the legacy we want through imperfect consistency. Leaning away from the idea of striving for perfection and moving toward self development in increments boosts our own sense of satisfaction and success. Maybe this is the jolt you need right now to begin living your own legacy with impe…

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Teaching Business English: Tips, Tricks, Activities, and Lesson Plan Ideas 24:03

5M ago24:03

24:03

Send us a Text Message. If you teach business English, you'll want to check out this episode as Jennifer and Jackie talk everything lesson plan ideas, activities, tips, tricks, and a whole lot more. Should you use a textbook for business English? Find out here! Find Out More: Business English ESL Activities Jackie on YouTube Jackie on TikTok Jackie…

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Is Ryan Garcia OK? 11:26

5M ago11:26

11:26

In this episode, we talk about the young, famous, rich American boxer Ryan Garcia, who seems to be having some tough times lately. Please click the blue link below for anyone who wants to support the podcast. patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Episode 149: In AWE of Michele Webb 45:39

5M ago45:39

45:39

Michele Webb has over 27 years of experience in education to include: teaching, administration and division-wide leadership experience. Having a business and marketing background, Michele has extensive experience in various industries including athletics, private education and K-12 public education spanning across four large school divisions. She h…

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What’s the fuss about Princess Kate? 9:18

5M ago9:18

9:18

Everywhere I look, people have questions about Princess Kate. So, what's the fuss about Kate? In today's episode, we explore that topic as we take the opportunity to practice our English listening, understanding, and pronunciation. Please consider becoming a supporter of the podcast so that you can have access to the podcast text and also attend ou…

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Saint Patrick's Day ESL Games, Activities, and Lesson Plan Ideas 8:50

5M ago8:50

8:50

Send us a Text Message. If you want some fun ideas for St. Patrick's Day ESL lessons, have a listen! Jackie shares all of her tips and tricks for how to fun a fun Saint Patrick's Day lesson with your students. Find Out More: ESL Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day from Jackie on Youtube Jackie on TikTok 103 Low-Prep ESL Speaking Games and Activ…

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Jolt 103: Awe-Inspiring Moments International Women's Day 2024 11:26

5M ago11:26

11:26

Let's celebrate International Women's Day 2024! Sarah provides a brief history of International Women's Day as well as Women's History Month in the US. You may be intrigued by the timeline and we hope you are inspired by the call to action! Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day/background Connect with Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website S…

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First Lesson Ideas for ESL/EFL Teachers 29:31

5M ago29:31

29:31

Send us a Text Message. If you want to know what to do during that first ESL or EFL lesson, have a listen! Jackie and Jennifer share all of their tips and tricks for what to do during the first English class, along with some of their favourite ESL icebreaker activities. And, find out how to set yourself up for success during the rest of the semeste…

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Stop saying you “can’t do it!” 14:21

6M ago14:21

14:21

I have a lot to say in today's podcast episode. Today's podcast is about your personal mindset when it comes to learning English. Please consider supporting this amazing English-teaching podcast. Click the link below. patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Episode 148: Sponsorship Spotlight- In AWE of Ted Neitzke 47:23

6M ago47:23

47:23

Ten minutes with Ted, and you will be energized by his optimism and passion for leadership. You will also have an understanding of why the people who know him the best say that he is "contagiously energetic, insanely curious, service-oriented, and passionate about the young people of our world." Chief Executive Officer and Agency Administrator for …

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Episode 147: In AWE of Monika King 34:05

6M ago34:05

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Monika King has been an educator for 36 years. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master’s degree in School Leadership from Benedictine College, as well as a Master’s degree in Science Education from Wichita State University. Monika was a science teacher for middle and high school students in the Wichita Diocese Catholic School. She wa…

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Jolt 102: Awe Inspiring Moments-Don't Assume and Don't Give Up 13:15

6M ago13:15

13:15

For anyone needing a jolt to remember that clouds are not permanent and if we are patient enough, they will move along. Sarah shares an insight about leading strong even when the vision gets cloudy. Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkdIN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsajohnson In AWE Podcast: www.inaw…

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Beyonce makes history as first Black woman to top country chart 12:19

6M ago12:19

12:19

Beyonce has done it again! She has broken yet another record. We talk about that and so much more in this episode. Please consider supporting our podcast and you will get access to the podcast text and you'll have access to our monthly free online zoom meetings. patreon.com/user?u=5078593

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Fun Food and Drink ESL Activities 11:54

6M ago11:54

11:54

Send us a Text Message. The food unit is a classic in most ESL textbooks, especially for beginners and intermediates. However, talking about food and drinks can get a little bit boring for the students, and the teacher as well, so mix things up with some of these ESL food games and activities. They are perfect for ESL food lessons for kids as well …

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