Best Gav Amp Em Podcasts (2024)

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S01E17. How to Speaking (transcribed) REVISITED 27:53

3d ago27:53

27:53

Check out this rerun of an earlier episode – now fully transcribed! Transcription with audio here: ⁠https://share.descript.com/view/LXojMSqI81c Buy Gav & Em a coffee here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod⁠⁠Welcome back to our regular followers and thanks for joining us if you're new to the podcast. This week, Gav & Em speak about... speakin…

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S05E11. Portmantopia - featuring Matt Abrahams (transcribed) VIDEO 37:23

8d ago37:23

37:23

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Pod. Here's our ko-fi so you can support our show: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod Check out the transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/FAQbQSGJa8KThis week, Gav & Em will decide how long is just too long to wait for an answer from their students, talk about really enjoyable lessons, overhea…

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S05E10. Oh, yeah, I remember now (transcribed) VIDEO 41:04

25d ago41:04

41:04

It's tea and coffee time with Gav & Em. Go buy them a cuppa to show your support here https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod This week Gav & Em discuss how to deal with disappearing students, what to write in a student dossier, breaking free of your early teaching, and what to consider before TEFLing. Here's the transcription with audio https://share.de…

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S05E09. ...I was eating muffins (transcribed) VIDEO 36:57

1M ago36:57

36:57

Welcome new and regular followers to Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Pod. Follow the two adventurers on a voyage of teaching and learning through the exploration of question order, disappearing students and just how many muffins did Em eat? Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/gJVPmQ7Pkb7 Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-…

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S05E08. You should... (transcribed) VIDEO 31:58

2M ago31:58

31:58

Welcome to the eighth episode of season 5 of Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Podcast. This week they find their students benefit from absence, how Em teaches and travels, other ways to say You Should..., and exactly what would Gav do? Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/gSGUbRMEL93 Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com…

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S05E07. Pillars and Paddles (transcribed) VIDEO 41:07

2M ago41:07

41:07

Looking for some teaching and learning English tips? You've come to the right place. This week with Gav & Em you can discover the benefits of revision, what to do with tired students, and how to deal with confusing and new words, plus play quizzes in your classroom. Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/gt5XCBSPQOU Buy them…

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S05E06. Cuisenaire (transcribed) VIDEO 37:03

3M ago37:03

37:03

Welcome back to Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Pod. A show for teachers and learners of English. This week they figure out who does what in a hotel, try to make sense out of The Chaos of English pronunciation, look at making something out of nothing, show how to deal with a technical failure and just what are Cuisenaire rods? Transcription with aud…

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S05E05. Gnomes and that (transcribed) VIDEO 38:17

3M ago38:17

38:17

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Pod. Who are they and what are they doing here? This week our adventurous duo find themselves asking and answering a huge range of TEFL related questions. Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/TpJwg1yMqTy Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod The Chaos 1922 poem:…

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S05E04. Bulge (transcribed) VIDEO 33:35

4M ago33:35

33:35

Welcome! Drop in on Gav & Em to find out what disasters and successes befell them this week. Discussions on random word lists, AI teacher Em, sickness and an unexpected bulge. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/1tnKovU39Tx And buy Gav & Em a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpodNationalities quiz: http://a4esl.org/q/h/mc-…

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S05E03. Donkey Bridge (transcribed) VIDEO 37:08

4M ago37:08

37:08

Welcome to the 3rd episode of Gav & Em's new season. This week they talk about students unexpectedly turning pink, multitasking, massaging students, donkey bridges and much, much more. Plus, hang around till the end of the show to participate in a fun quiz. Support Gav & Em's show and buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod And vi…

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S05E02. Splat (transcribed) VIDEO 40:14

5M ago40:14

40:14

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Pod! This week they discuss the happenings in and out of their classrooms, Easter Eggs, challenges for ambitious students, pet names and many more topics. Support Gav & Em's show by buying them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod Transcription with audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/8S7zrQf…

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S05E01. A Staffroom Vibe (transcribed) VIDEO 38:06

5M ago38:06

38:06

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Pod! They're back with a new season and a new format. Join them as they kick back and reflect on their week of teaching and learning. Buy them a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod And visit all the shows with transcriptions here: http://www.howtoenglishpod.com/References:Gav's present perfect workshe…

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S04E26. Ask Your Teacher (transcribed) VIDEO 52:54

6M ago52:54

52:54

What questions would you like to ask your teacher? What answers would you give to your students? For this final episode of the year, Gav & Em are answering questions from their amazing students. Plus, featuring three fantastic guest teachers who also have a go at answering students' questions. Transcription with audio: ⁠https://share.descript.com/v…

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S04E25. Visuals with Emily Bryson (transcribed) VIDEO 38:30

7M ago38:30

38:30

Do you use drawings to teach and learn in your classroom? Have you ever tried sketchnoting? Do you have a visual vocabulary? Join Gav and Em on their journey of discovery with their special guest Emily from EmilyBrysonELT as they explore the fascinating world of drawing in the classroom. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/dcm…

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S04E24. Welcome with IH Manchester (transcribed) VIDEO 37:46

7M ago37:46

37:46

Do you feel welcome in your class? Do you make others feel welcome? Join Gav & Em and their very special guest Pete from International House Manchester as they talk about how they make their students feel welcome. Find the transcription and audio here: https://share.descript.com/view/B84oTRYpP6H Support the show here: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglish…

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S04E22. SPECIAL: Gav & Em with TEFL Org (transcribed) 9:01

7M ago9:01

9:01

Welcome to Gav & Em's How to English Podcast. In this special episode they are co-hosting a show with their favourite podcaster and journalist Euan from TEFL Org. Euan is the host of the I Taught English Abroad podcast where he interviews TEFL teachers from around the world. Check out this episode (link below) and get to know more about Gav & Em. T…

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S04E23. Language Variation with Respect the Dialect (transcribed) VIDEO 29:16

8M ago29:16

29:16

Which English dialects do you teach and learn in your classroom? Are you familiar with many varieties of English? Join Gav & Em and their very special guest Dionna as they shine a light on English dialects, colonization in the classroom, African-American English, and much more. Plus, suggest strategies for including the many varieties of English in…

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S04E21. Alleviating Anxiety with Paola Montero (transcribed) VIDEO 49:40

8M ago49:40

49:40

Do you suffer from anxiety while teaching or learning English? Are you looking for some tips on how to relieve stress? Check out Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Podcast with their special guest Paola Montero, a language anxiety expert. Consider buying Gav & Em a coffee here: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod⁠ Here is the transcription with audio: ⁠…

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S04E20. Comprehension with Open Shores English (transcribed) VIDEO 28:50

9M ago28:50

28:50

How are your comprehension skills? Do you know how to make CCQs? Fancy doing a listening task with Gav & Em? Joined by this week's amazing guest, Deanna from Open Shores English, Gav & Em learn about the environment, sustainability and Earth systems. Don't forget to download the PDF for today's show here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/d0z3ame9sg08…

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S04E19. Talking (transcribed) VIDEO 34:13

9M ago34:13

34:13

How much do you talk in your classes? How can you fit teaching and learning into a conversation? What's grammar broccoli? Find out the answer to these questions and many more in this week's episode of Gav & Em's How to English TEFL Podcast. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/UnEWIKbuZgR Support our show here: https://ko-fi.co…

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S04E18. Reading with WeAreBettering (transcribed) VIDEO 37:43

10M ago37:43

37:43

Looking for some motivation to pick up a book? Would you like some suggestions on what to read next? Check out this week's episode of Gav & Em's How to English Pod for some fun reading activities to try in your classroom. Joined by their very special teacher guest Josefina, this week's show will be a real page-turner. Transcription with audio: http…

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S04E17. Newbie with Isa (transcribed) VIDEO 45:42

10M ago45:42

45:42

Are you a newbie teacher or learner? Do you remember how it felt to be a newbie? Follow Gav & Em on a journey of nostalgia and discovery as they share their memorable experiences and challenges of being newbies. Featuring this week's fabulous, recently trained teacher, Isa who shares her journey to becoming a qualified teacher. Transcription with a…

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S04E16. Native Speakerism with Meri (transcribed) VIDEO 28:48

10M ago28:48

28:48

Have you heard of native speakersism? Have you experienced it yourself? Is there really such a thing as a native English teacher? How can we deal with questions like, "I only want a native English teacher" or, "Can you help me sound like a native English speaker?"? Along with Gav & Em their very special guest Meri, also known as the Non-Native Spea…

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S04E15. Journaling with Earl Grey (transcribed) VIDEO 32:17

11M ago32:17

32:17

Ever thought about how writing can help you teach or learn English? Enjoy Gav & Em introducing you to the world of journaling in this week's episode of How to English TEFL Podcast. Joined by their very special guest, Earl Grey, they explore the benefits for teachers and learners expressing themselves in writing. Transcription with audio: https://sh…

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S04E14. What if...? with Arpana (transcribed) VIDEO 44:04

11M ago44:04

44:04

What would you do if...? is the question Gav and Em answer in this week's show. Covering zero to 3rd conditional, they discuss the uses, form, and meaning of these "if clauses" in English grammar. Plus a comprehensive listening task and quiz sheet recorded by their very special guest Arpana from AFBIELTS. Transcription with audio: https://share.des…

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S04E13. Mistakes - Pick and Mix (transcribed) VIDEO 32:11

12M ago32:11

32:11

Do you know the typical English mistakes made by speakers of your language? How do you prepare yourself or your students to avoid these errors? Gav and Em look at the Cambridge exam corpus and highlight typical language mistakes made by speakers of different languages and how you might deal with them. Transcription with audio: https://share.descrip…

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S04E12. Giving Up (transcribed) VIDEO 34:09

1y ago34:09

34:09

Have you considered giving up teaching or learning? What was your motivation to stay or leave? This week Gav & Em look at quitting; throwing the towel in; giving up! Whether it's an activity, a class, or even a company, Gav & Em have a motivating guide for you. Buy Gav & Em a coffee/tea here to say thanks: https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod Transcri…

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S04E11. Setbacks with Eni (transcribed) VIDEO 30:52

1y ago30:52

30:52

What setback do you face as a teacher or learner? How do you deal with the challenges of learning a language? Join Gav and Em as they discuss these questions and give their own take on the solutions to overcoming setbacks. Featuring an aspiring learner and content creator, Eni, who will discuss her own setbacks and how she was motivated to achieve …

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S04E10. UK and USA with PingoLearn (transcribed) VIDEO 29:26

1y ago29:26

29:26

Do you know the differences between UK and USA words? Do you use British or American pronunciation? Do you think about the variation in spelling when writing? This week, Gav and Em will answer these questions and demonstrate fun and instructive ways to present and practice British and American English. Also, check out the amazing PingoLearn app to …

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S04E09. Get Social (transcribed) VIDEO 41:50

1y ago41:50

41:50

Do you use social networks for your teaching and learning? How many different types of posts are there and what are the benefits of each? Take a trip with Gav & Em and their amazing social media influencers as they present the advantages of using social media for language learning and teaching. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/v…

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S04E08. Fillers and Discourse Markers with Valerie (transcribed) VIDEO 36:36

1y ago36:36

36:36

Do you use filler words and discourse markers? Do you teach and learn them in your classroom? This is Gav & Em's discussion topic today. Featuring a very special guest, Valerie Fridland, a sociolinguist studying the interactions between language and society and the author of the hilarious and educational book Like, Literally, Dude: Arguing for the …

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S04E07. Organize with vei (transcribed) VIDEO 20:03

1y ago20:03

20:03

How organized are you? How many platforms do you use to teach and learn English? Have you been looking for a solution that could save you time? Check out Gav and Em's How to English Podcast to find out how they organize their teaching. Introducing vei an all-in-one teacher and creator platform that could streamline your teaching business. Check out…

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S04E06. The Psychology of Learning with Katy (transcribed) VIDEO 44:41

1y ago44:41

44:41

Welcome, everybody! Do you know the three major types of behavioral learning? Do you use any of these in your classroom? This week's episode takes Gav & Em on a deep dive into the psychology of learning languages. Plus, a motivational talk from their special guest, Katy from langscapesenglish.com, who leads us onto a path of reflection and confiden…

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S04E05. Types of Learners with Vivi at Ki-Bird English (transcribed) VIDEO 40:28

1+ y ago40:28

40:28

Do you know what kind of learner you are? Do you know which types of learners your students are? Join Gav & Em with their special guest Vivi from Ki-Bird English, as they break down the topic of learner types, personalities, and many of the challenges teachers and learners face. Remember to hang around for this week's Learn-A-Word at the end of the…

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S04E04. Worksheets with Quick and Easy English (transcribed) VIDEO 36:16

1+ y ago36:16

36:16

Do you use worksheets in your class? Does your teacher use interesting and engaging resources? Teachers, are you looking for some inspiration? Catch this week's How to English Podcast with Gav & Em to find out what makes a good or bad worksheet for your class. Audio with transcription: https://share.descript.com/view/nTQTvnk4CeF Support Gav & Em: h…

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S04E03. Reinvention and Accountability with Reinventress (transcribed) VIDEO 35:39

1+ y ago35:39

35:39

Are you looking to reinvent your teaching and learning? Any idea what an accountability partner is? Join Gav and Em on their quest to find a new and effective way to teach and learn with the invaluable insights and intriguing teaching methodology of their very special guest, Reinventress. Don't forget to hang around for the word of the week. Transc…

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S04E02. Lesson Planning with A.I. from Twee.com (transcribed) VIDEO 19:47

1+ y ago19:47

19:47

What's the future of English teaching? Will computers take over the task of teaching our students? Hopefully not soon😉. Join Gav & Em and their very special guest Alina from www.twee.com as they explore the topic of using A.I. to create texts, dialogues, and questions for busy teachers. Don't forget to visit www.twee.com to get early access to thei…

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S04E01. New Year (transcribed) VIDEO 31:59

1+ y ago31:59

31:59

Welcome everyone to the New Year and new episode of Gav & Em's How to English Podcast. This week they are chatting on the topic of how they finished the last year and started the New Year. Stick around to the end of their show to catch the new feature: Learn-A-Word, where they describe a word and its common usage. Don't forget to check out the tran…

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S03E25. Special (transcribed) VIDEO 39:18

1+ y ago39:18

39:18

Welcome to the final show of the year! Gav and Em take some time to thank their followers for all their wonderful feedback and introduce five amazing teachers and learners to the show. Check out their links below. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/KlwRmqLezAEBuy us a coffee (or tea): https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpodGuests:A…

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S03E24. Articles - Featuring Shikha Das and Students (transcribed) VIDEO 38:45

1+ y ago38:45

38:45

Welcome to Gav & Em's podcast all about teaching and learning English. In this show, Gav & Em will discuss the topic of articles: a, an, and the. Introducing Shikha Das and her class, who bring the language to life. Learn, practice, and have fun with How to English Podcast. Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/qaL26v90lavShika'…

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S03E23. Book Club - Featuring Andrew at what_to_read_next and Dara at AppliedESL (transcribed) VIDEO 42:24

1+ y ago42:24

42:24

What's a book club? Do you belong to one? How do your start your own? With special guests Andrew from what_to_read_next and Dara at AppliedESL we explore the fascinating world of kids' books, adult fiction, subgenres, and street signs. On Gav and Em's How to English Pod. Transcription with audio:Andrew's link: https://www.instagram.com/what_to_read…

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S03E22. Neurodiversity - Featuring Anna from Polca Languages (transcribed) VIDEO 31:47

1+ y ago31:47

31:47

Welcome back to Gav and Em's teaching and learning English show. Today's topic is neurodiversity in the ESL classroom. Led by their special guest Anna from Polca Languages, Gav and Em learn all about neurodivergent students and how to support their needs, along with plenty of resources, links, and activities. We hope you enjoy the show. Transcripti…

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S03E21. How to Sound - Featuring Bianca and Jasmin (transcribed) VIDEO 39:00

1+ y ago39:00

39:00

How's your pronunciation? How's Your knowledge of vowels? Why are some Gs pronounced hard or soft in English? Learn the difference between a monophthong and a diphthong. Featuring Bianca from Master an American Accent and Jasmin from CCC Language Learning, on this week's How to English Pod with Gav & Em. Transcription with audio: https://share.desc…

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S03E20. Learning Tools with HelloTalk (transcribed) VIDEO 35:56

1+ y ago35:56

35:56

Welcome everybody to Gav & Em's How to English Pod. This time they're talking about learning tools for learners and teachers to use inside and outside the classroom. Tools such as course books, study plans, apps, and much, much more. Joined by their special guest Timmons, from HelloTalk who will present the awesome benefits of the HelloTalk app and…

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S03E19. SPOTIFY VIDEO 21st Century Teaching - Featuring Teacher Imane (transcribed) VIDEO 43:45

1+ y ago43:45

43:45

Are you a 21st Century teacher? Is your teacher a 21st Century teacher? Are you still teaching or learning in a 20th Century way? What should we consider focussing on in our curriculums and methods as educators and learners in this current century? Plus, find out about Teacher Imane: an educator, author, and content creator who talks about her jour…

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S03E18. Confusing Words with Gav & Em (transcribed) VIDEO 40:56

2y ago40:56

40:56

Which words confuse you when communicating in English? Are there similar words that you always mix up? This episode, Gav & Em explore some confusing words that their students often make mistakes with and try to explain the differences through different activities. Hope you enjoy the show! Transcription with audio: https://share.descript.com/view/Vl…

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S03E17. Polyglotism - Featuring Azren the Language Nerd - Vocabulary by Andy (transcribed) VIDEO 42:47

2y ago42:47

42:47

What is a polyglot? Are you one? Would you like to be? Just what does it take to become one? Check out this week's episode of Gav and Em's How to English Pod to discover the answer to these and many more questions on the topic of polyglots. Plus, catch Andy from andys.everyday.english on Instagram who shares a learning vocabulary tip. Transcription…

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S03E16. Quiz Time - Featuring Alexandra from English4Style (transcribed) VIDEO 43:10

2y ago43:10

43:10

Everybody loves a quiz, that's why Gav and Em have decided to devote an entire episode to questions all about languages, the origins of English words, and English grammar. Test your knowledge and have some fun with this episode of How to English Pod. Featuring Alexandra from English4Style as we learn the differences between the words trip, journey,…

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S03E15. How to Podcast - Featuring Ian Antonio Patterson - Grammar by Leo Nova (transcribed) VIDEO 40:50

2y ago40:50

40:50

Have you ever thought about making your own podcast? Which topic would you choose? Check out Gav & Em's episode all about podcasts where you can find out all about their show and it may even inspire you to make your own! Featuring Ian Antonio Patterson from English Coach Podcast and Leo Nova who introduces us to some "false friends". Transcription …

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S03E14. Writing - with Gera from Speak, Write, Play - Vocabulary from Angelica (transcribed) VIDEO 42:03

2y ago42:03

42:03

How often do you write in English? Which styles of writing can you do? Do you know the difference between expository, descriptive, persuasive and narrative writing? With their special guest Gera, from Speak, Write, Play - follow Gav & Em on a journey of creative writing. And enjoy Teacher, Teach Me with teacher trainer Angelica from english.for_tea…

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