Best Just Talking ESL Podcasts (2024)

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124. The Chats #1: Rivers and Lakes 29:40

7d ago29:40

29:40

Good morning you beautiful English learners, my name is Ronan and my plan is to: Empower you to speak English Boost your confidence when speaking Help you understand high level, natural, fluent English I am so excited to share this podcast with you because it's the first of a long journey I am embarking on. Basically, let me introduce you to the Th…

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Empowering Immigrant Voices: Tea Rozman's Journey 39:32

9d ago39:32

39:32

Step into the captivating world of immigrant narratives on this ML Chat Podcast episode with Tea Rozman, co-founder of Green Card Voices. She shares her remarkable journey from working in refugee camps to empowering individuals through storytelling. Her work brings transformative impact by amplifying immigrant journeys and building projects like Gr…

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123. I gave him the benefit of the doubt 11:41

10d ago11:41

11:41

Hey! Last week I told you about the incident with my landlord and turning off the water mid shower, I was not one bit happy. Anyway, I went and spoke to my landlord about this issue and he explained how it was out of his control. Rather than kicking up a fuss, I gave him the benefit of the doubt.... And that is what inspired this podcast about the …

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122. I was livid 26:10

17d ago26:10

26:10

Welcome to another episode of the Little Seal English podcast. The aim of this podcast is simple, fan the flame of learning English! This podcast is only talking about real and relevant issues, nothing trivial here. Random Discussion Questions When is the last time you were livid? When is the last time you saw red? When is the last time you saw a p…

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Kia Johnson: Education Leadership and Advocacy Insights 55:59

23d ago55:59

55:59

Tune in to the ML Chat podcast for an interview with Kia Johnson from the Center for Applied Linguistics! Discover her journey from paraprofessional to education leader, perspectives on family engagement, Title III compliance, and teacher advocacy. Get valuable information on alternative certification and teacher assistant pathways. Don't miss this…

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121. The Oblivious Man 49:07

1M ago49:07

49:07

Good morning you beautiful Little Seals, This very short, unplanned, off the cuff, impromptu podcast was inspired by a run in I had yesterday with a very sharp detective. Okay, so the first 20 or so minutes is random, after that I start to teach vocabulary. Basically, this story is broke into two parts, the first part is the story and the second pa…

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Dual Language Assessment Insights and Innovation with Elizabeth Sanchez Szepesi 53:11

1M ago53:11

53:11

Tune in to the ML Chat podcast with hosts Justin and Mandi as they discuss Elizabeth Sanchez Szepesi's insights around building and growing a dual-language program. Explore topics like assessment equity in both goal languages and growing a dual-language program to meet the changing needs of your district. Elizabeth shares valuable insight and persp…

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120. The Combination of Fireworks, Teenagers, and School 35:07

1M ago35:07

35:07

First, download my ebook https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency This is a mostly unplanned podcast about one my memories from school. Questions for you, what is the result when you mix fireworks, teenagers, and school? Well listen to this podcast and you’ll find out! Long story short, in Ireland fireworks are illegal. In Northern Ireland, fi…

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119. Murphy's Law (Story podcast!) 2:10:59

2M ago2:10:59

2:10:59

First, download my ebook https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency This is a compilation of one of my favorite podcasts, Murphy’s Law. There is a wild bunch of English throughout this podcast and I guarantee you, you can relate. My Links Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests C…

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Maria Cieslak Ignites Student Passion for STEM and Language Integration 45:28

2M ago45:28

45:28

In Episode 21 of ML Chat Podcast, Maria's infectious enthusiasm for science teaching sparks lifelong curiosity among students. Collaborating with peers and instructional coaches, Maria fosters a vibrant learning community. Her approach transforms the classroom into a shared space of discovery, integrating content teaching with language learning to …

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118. FOMO and Social Media 6:02

2M ago6:02

6:02

What a beautiful day it is! Some Key English The rat race (be) down | adjective A new world The great reset Rely on social media for… Humanity Bring out the worst in people FOMO (Fear of missing out) Thought Provoking Questions What would some social impacts of no social media be? What would some impacts be if social media never came back? How do y…

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117. He paid HOW much for a box of cards? 28:36

2M ago28:36

28:36

You know how this works, we are going to learn some amazing English. Key English from Podcast The GOAT Collector Authenticity Mint condition Expensive Auction Coveted Rare Idioms Play the cards you’ve been dealt with Hold all the cards Call your bluff My Links Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealeng…

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116. English Idiom: The Swing of Things 12:24

2M ago12:24

12:24

English Idiom: The Swing of Things This podcast is all about the idiom the swing of things, I love this idiom! Let me know if you got any questions my friends! Examples I want to get back into + noun I wanna get back into + noun It's hard to get into the swing of things... I never got into the swing of it in Toronto Once you get into the swing of t…

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Empowering English Language Learners with Pamela Broussard 59:49

2M ago59:49

59:49

Join Pamela Broussard, a multilingual educator and advocate, as she unpacks empowering strategies to enhance student engagement while building student independence and confidence. Broussard shares insights from her Leading ELLs Facebook group, which promotes resource-sharing among educators. She exemplifies a commitment to inclusion, hands-on learn…

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Authentic Assessments for Multilingual Learners with Stef Just and Jackie Griffin 52:13

3M ago52:13

52:13

Uncover innovative strategies for authentic assessments, tailored for multilingual learners. Learn from leaders Steph Just and Jackie Griffin about formative assessments, inclusive systems, and maintaining high expectations with flexibility. Elevate your teaching practices with practical insights about the cycle of formative assessment and informed…

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115. Justice Service with a side of Just Desserts at Chipotle 35:32

3M ago35:32

35:32

First, download my e-book https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency Click that link to shatter the comfort zone! Today I’m going to teach you a bunch of different phrasal verbs all related to interviews and resumes: Punishment Sentence (harsh/lenient/fair/unfair/over the top/just/minor/major) The service industry Every Tom, Dick, and Harry Rush…

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114. How to tell a person to HURRY UP! 20:48

3M ago20:48

20:48

If you don't join this course, you're doing your English a disservice: https://littlesealenglish.com/quickndirty/doorsopen My name is Ronan and I have a healthy addiction to teaching English! In this video we look at how to tell a person to hurry up. Use these phrases to move someone along: Slang Phrases - Get a move on - What's the hold up? - My g…

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113. 4 Essential Phrasal Verbs 40:24

3M ago40:24

40:24

Sign up for my course: https://littlesealenglish.com/quickndirty/doorsopen or Buy Ronan a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/littleseal Let’s learn some high-level phrasal verbs: Come across Settle in Stand out Go through with My Links Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests Check…

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Co-Teaching Triumphs: Kathy & Keenan's Educational Insights 57:37

3M ago57:37

57:37

In Episode 18 of the ML Chat Podcast, educators Kathy Alston and Keenan Lee discuss their co-teaching model for multilingual students at Harrisburg School District. They share insights on relationship-building among teachers, adapting to student demographics, and overcoming challenges post-COVID. Be inspired by their data-driven methodology, teache…

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112. Fast Phrasal Verbs #1 19:23

3M ago19:23

19:23

It's not too late to watch a Quick n' Dirty English tutorial, hit the link to learn useful and relevant English! After drinking 50,000 cups of coffee and going for a run, I needed to burn off more energy, so I recorded this... Key English Bring about Phrase out Cater to Brush up on Key Questions Bring about What societal changes have you witnessed …

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111. Random Insults in English 19:59

3M ago19:59

19:59

Make sure to join the Quick n’ Dirty English free training week starting on Jan 22nd. Join here: https://littlesealenglish.com/quickndirty/quickndirtysignup Cool English you’ll learn in this podcast: Why don’t you act like your hairline and take a few steps back You look like something my left hand drew Sharp as a marble You’re a skid mark on the u…

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110. My Noisy Neighbors 29:57

3M ago29:57

29:57

Make sure to join the Quick n’ Dirty English free training week starting on Jan 22nd. Join here: https://littlesealenglish.com/quickndirty/quickndirtysignup This podcast is all about my new noisy neighbors... Okay, well NOT totally about them but you learn: How to describe neighbors How to talk about neighbors How to start a conversation with neigh…

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109. Use DEVIL in English 30:49

4M ago30:49

30:49

Sing up to my free training week happening on January 22nd: https://littlesealenglish.com/quickndirty/quickndirtysignup My name is Ronan and I have a very healthy addiction to teaching English! In this podcast I teach you some idioms with the word devil: To play devil's advocate The devil is in the details Speak of the devil Better the devil you kn…

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Unveiling Language Learning Challenges with Mandi Morris 57:30

4M ago57:30

57:30

Embark on an insightful conversation with Mandi Morris, the National Curriculum and Instruction Specialist for Flashlight Learning, as she discusses the intricate landscape of teaching English as a second language. Explore the challenges in secondary English learning education, from resource scarcity to teacher turnover, while emphasizing the pivot…

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108. A Devil For 12:11

4M ago12:11

12:11

Make sure to join the Quick n’ Dirty English free training week starting on Jan 22nd. Join here: https://littlesealenglish.com/quickndirty/quickndirtysignup This podcast is all about the idiom ‘A devil for’. A devil for + noun | Idiom You have a strong inclination or tendency to do something My name is Ronan, and I’m a devil for chips. If there are…

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Assessment Implications: The Impact of High Stakes Assessments on the Language Learning Journey 44:09

4M ago44:09

44:09

This week on the ML Chat Podcast we are bringing you something a little different. Last month we hosted our latest in the ML Chat Webinar Series where we were joined by multilingual educators from across the country to discuss high-stakes assessments. The webinar featured Jen Albury and Jayme Croff, who you may have heard on previous episodes of th…

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107. A Catch up with Ronan 12 40:14

5M ago40:14

40:14

Make sure to join the Quick n’ Dirty English free training week starting on Jan 22nd. Join here: https://littlesealenglish.com/waitlist/waitlist Welcome to A catch up with RONAN, IT’S BEEN A WHILE since I’ve done one of these. In this 100% unplanned podcast I talk about and teach the following: To be down or out money Punch passes and yoga To go (t…

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106. Phrasal Verbs for Resumes and Interviews 13:46

5M ago13:46

13:46

First, download my ebook https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! Today I’m going to teach you a bunch of different phrasal verbs all related to interviews and resumes: Pop up Do up Set up Jazz up Touch up I hope you enjoy, Ronan My Links Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Mak…

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Bilingual Brilliance: Navigating ESL Success with Connie Sisneros 1:04:14

5M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Embark on Connie Sisneros' inspiring journey from monolingual teacher to ESL specialist and bilingual director. Uncover the impact of professional development, Flashlight 360, and high expectations on student success. Dive into her valuable advice for fostering collaborative growth in bilingual and ESL instruction.…

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105. Turnover 20:57

5M ago20:57

20:57

First, download my eBook: https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! My Links Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests Check out my Instagram: www.instagram.com/littlesealenglish TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@littlesealengli…

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104. Use 'The last minute' in English! 18:15

5M ago18:15

18:15

First, download my ebook https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! My Links Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests Check out my Instagram: www.instagram.com/littlesealenglish TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@littlesealenglis…

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103. Use a Rat's Ass in English 33:00

5M ago33:00

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First, download my ebook https://littlesealenglish.com/4stepstofluency Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! Second, thanks for listening to this podcast! This podcast is all about the beautiful English idiom ‘A rat’s ass’. If you don’t give a rat’s ass about something, you don’t care about something. Here are some other phrases th…

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Journeying through Multilingual Education with Jen Albury 51:30

6M ago51:30

51:30

Step into an engaging podcast conversation with the remarkable educator and multilingual education advocate, Jen Albury. She shares her inspiring journey from teaching in Mexico to her current role in Holyoke Public Schools, Massachusetts. Discover the power of asset-based teaching, student-centric learning, and the importance of language in educat…

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102. To Tidy or not to Tidy 23:28

6M ago23:28

23:28

First, enter my awesome giveaway: https://littlesealenglish.com/podcastgiveaway/optin Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! Thanks for listening to my podcast, you rock! In this podcast we discuss different ways to talk about messy houses or rooms. Use the following phrases and more when talking about a mess: Excuse the mess Don't …

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101. Use Name Drop in English 14:08

6M ago14:08

14:08

First, enter my awesome giveaway: https://littlesealenglish.com/podcastgiveaway/optin Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! Second, thanks for listening to this podcast! This podcast is all about the beautiful English idiom ‘To name drop’. We will learn about the different times you can name drop, what namedropping is, and why peop…

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100. My 100 Favorite Swears Part One 44:22

6M ago44:22

44:22

What’s happening folks! Thank you for downloading or listening to my 100th podcast! I am 100% over the moon and thrilled to have made 100 podcasts. This particular podcast episode is all about my favorite swears, insults, slang expressions, idioms, or just foul language. I have been meaning to record one like this for a while, and I think you’ll lo…

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Charting the Future of Education: A Pioneering Discussion with Jonathan Lemaster 51:54

6M ago51:54

51:54

Step into the world of education transformation with Jonathan Lemaster on the ML Chat Podcast. As a language and learning specialist in the Poway Unified School District in San Diego, and the co-founder of Literacy Geeks, Jonathan's passion for skill-based instruction and ed tech shines through. With over two decades of experience, he emphasizes th…

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99. Use Spare in English! 28:19

6M ago28:19

28:19

First, download my e-book https://littlesealenglish.com/4steps/optin Click that link and unlock your inner nerd in English! Second, thanks for listening to this podcast! This podcast is all about the word spare! Key English Can you spare me a dollar? Could you spare me fifteen minutes this afternoon to move a couch? Spare me the excuses, I don’t be…

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98. How to talk about Restaurant Reservations 11:26

6M ago11:26

11:26

Thanks for listening to this podcast! This podcast is 100% focused on the English you need for restaurants! I hope you enjoy and I hope you get to use the phrases! Ronan Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests Check out my Instagram: www.instagram.com/littlesealenglish Tiktok: https…

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97. Use 'Take it in your stride' in English! 22:38

6M ago22:38

22:38

Thanks for listening to this podcast! Some Key English Be level-headed Take something in your stride Let something get to you To fester To bother you Go with the flow Roll with the punches I hope you enjoy and I hope you get to use the phrases! Ronan Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/r…

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96. I got a swim in! 8:36

7M ago8:36

8:36

Thanks for listening to this podcast! This is episode 96 of the Little Seal English podcast, holy moly, we are approaching 100! To get something in | Cool Phrase in English Some Examples I got a swim in today! I will get a swim after work tomorrow. Did you get a workout in today? I got a swim in at the beach. I got a swim in in the morning! I’m del…

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Unlocking Success: Jayme Croff's Inspiring Journey in Multilingual Education 48:55

7M ago48:55

48:55

Dive into the dynamic world of multilingual education with Jayme Croff, a passionate advocate and leader in the field. Join the ML Chat Podcast as Jayme shares her inspiring journey, from the classroom to supporting diverse learners, and the transformative shift towards inclusive, asset-based approaches. Discover the power of collaboration, data-dr…

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94. My Parents Came to Visit 3: The Battle of Bear Lodge 26:50

7M ago26:50

26:50

Thanks for listening to this podcast today I recount a story of when my parents came to visit in October 2022. As per usual when someone visits me, I took them to Oyama lake high up in the BC mountains. This podcast will teach you random English through a story. Grab some coffee, grab a pen and paper, and listen and learn. Some Key English! To spoi…

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93. Is this seat taken? 13:22

7M ago13:22

13:22

Thanks for listening to this podcast today where we talk about some different ways to talk about seats and the etiquette around taking one or holding one! I hope you enjoy and I hope you get to use the phrases! Ronan Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests Check out my Instagram: ww…

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Building an ML program with Kim Peterson 56:12

8M ago56:12

56:12

In this episode of the ML Chat Podcast Kim Peterson joins Justin and Tim to delve into the pivotal role of speaking for English learners. She underscores its significance as a foundation for success in reading and writing and ultimately being able to pass the state assessment. Kim also walks through her journey of building a program from the ground…

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92. Decline Food! 12:11

8M ago12:11

12:11

Thanks for listening to this podcast today where we talk about some different ways to decline an offer of food! Sorry, I’m not allowed to eat… Looks delicious, but I can’t… I don’t want to spoil my lunch. Thanks, but no thanks. I’m stuffed, I had a big breakfast, but thanks. Sorry, I don’t eat sugar. If I eat that, I’ll probably shit my pants later…

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91. Bring the heat! 35:28

8M ago35:28

35:28

Thanks for listening to this podcast today where we talk about idioms with or about heat. Idioms covered: In the heat of the moment Take the heat If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen Add fuel to the fire Turn up the heat Beat the heat In hot water Out of the frying pan into the fire Sweating buckets Sweating bullets Throw cold water …

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90. Elevator English! 20:27

8M ago20:27

20:27

Thanks for listening to the Little Seal English podcast! This episode is all about elevators and things you can say in or about elevators. I hope you enjoy, Ronan Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast request: www.littlesealenglish.com/requests Check out my Instagram: www.instagram.com/littlesealenglish Tiktok: https://www.…

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89. A Hell of a Week 53:09

8M ago53:09

53:09

Hey! Sorry for the delay in posting, but once you listen to this podcast you'll understand why! I hope you enjoy it and as always, please message me if you got any questions at ronan@littlesealenglish.com, i'd love to hear from you! I hope you are happy and healthy. Chat soon, Ronan Check out my website: www.littlesealenglish.com Make a podcast req…

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Voices of NABE: What I Wish I’d Known 46:29

8M ago46:29

46:29

This week on the ML Chat Podcast we are excited our final episode from our Voices of NABE Series where you get to hear directly from the ML Community that joined us at the 2023 NABE Conference. On this episode we ask educators the question "What do you wish you had known when you started your career?". Tim Blackburn and Justin Hewett discuss their …

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