{"id":10156,"date":"2020-08-11T14:39:39","date_gmt":"2020-08-11T20:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/?p=10156"},"modified":"2020-08-11T14:39:39","modified_gmt":"2020-08-11T20:39:39","slug":"teachers-favorite-esl-podcasts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/teachers-favorite-esl-podcasts\/","title":{"rendered":"A Teacher’s 10 Favorite ESL Podcasts"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It seems that everybody listens to podcasts these days. There are definitely a lot of them out there on a variety of topics, and ESL teachers can take advantage of the huge resource they can be for students. Incorporating them into your lessons can be a bit tricky, but if you <\/span>learn how to teach English using podcasts,<\/span><\/a>\u00a0you\u2019ll be able to take your teaching to the next level with a creative and fun resource that will add<\/span>\u00a0versatility to your lesson planning, whether you teach English online<\/a> or in the classroom.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re new to teaching, you\u2019ll want to get initial training and qualification with a TEFL certificate<\/a>. You can explore our online TEFL courses<\/a> to get started!<\/em><\/p>\n

Recommended ESL Podcasts for Teaching English\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

The following five podcasts are excellent tools for teachers to use within lessons. They all provide ESL material, and some even have episodes that provide tips about teaching methodology, classroom management, and best online practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Culips ESL Podcast<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

Culips is one of the best English teaching podcasts because it has something for everyone. Episodes are dedicated to learning idioms, practicing pronunciation, new study tips, etc. So, whether you\u2019re teaching in a classroom or online, Culips will help you tackle all ESL teaching aspects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the best features of this ESL podcast is that every episode has a study guide that summarizes the material for students. The podcast is available on the Culips website, Spotify, iTunes, and the major podcast apps.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Luke\u2019s English Podcast<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

Luke is a teacher and a stand-up comedian who has been hosting his own podcast for ESL students for over ten years. His goal is to \u201cmake you laugh while you learn,\u201d which he accomplishes through pop culture-heavy episodes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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While the podcast is Luke\u2019s star product, he also provides videos and transcripts for an easier learning experience. You can find all material on his website, and the podcast itself is also on iTunes.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. The English We Speak<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

This BBC podcast is perfect if you\u2019re looking for something quick. Each weekly episode focuses on a different English phrase for three minutes. It\u2019s one of the best ESL podcasts to play during a lesson as the content lends itself to many written and oral exercises for your students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the phrases are everyday expressions like \u201ccabin fever,\u201d but occasionally the episode will look at slang like \u201chater\u201d and \u201cspill the tea.\u201d You can play or download this podcast on the BBC website.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. TEFLology<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

With over 100 episodes dating back to 2014, TEFLology is one of the most established podcasts for teachers. While there is content for students, TEFLology is also a wonderful resource if you\u2019re seeking niche topics such as best teaching habits, remote professional development, as well as a lovely array of interviews with the industry\u2019s finest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Every podcast episode begins with a short summary of what you can expect and includes contact information in case you want to follow up with any questions for the guests. <\/span>The episodes are also on iTunes, so they\u2019re easily downloadable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Phrasally Verbocious<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

Created by two teachers living in Spain, Phrasally Verbocious is a fun and relaxed English teaching podcast. Alan and Chris, the hosts, talk about all aspects of ELT including classroom management, online teaching, and career trajectories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is a great podcast to not only gather material for your own lessons, but to also pick up some tips from two experienced English teachers. They also often invite other teachers to give their own perspectives on teaching ESL around the world. You can find Phrasally Verbocious on all major podcast listening apps, including Spotify. You can also find their content on YouTube.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Recommended ESL Podcasts for Students Learning English\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you want your students to show progress, then they\u2019re going to have to be encouraged to do some work beyond the terrific lessons you plan for them. Here are some podcast suggestions that will keep them engaged with their lessons \u2013 even while you\u2019re not there!<\/span><\/p>\n

6. This American Life<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

This award-winning podcast is a lovely combination of journalism and storytelling. Narrated in very clear, well-paced English, this ESL podcast will get students to immerse themselves in the lives of people all over the United States.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While This American Life is easy to follow, it might be a better podcast for intermediate and advanced students. It has its own app, but you can also find it on Spotify and Pandora as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

7. 6-Minute English from the BBC<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

This BBC product is one of the best podcasts for English learners. If any of your students, particularly older ones, are short on time, listening to 6-Minute English is a great way for them to keep their education going.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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A sampling of 6-Minute English podcasts from their website<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

The topics they cover in six minutes range from meditation to artificial intelligence. There are also some lighter subjects that could work well for younger students. The episodes are available to download on the BBC website.<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Little Stories for Tiny People<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

Aimed at kids, this ESL podcast is a fantastic choice for your younger English students. Each episode is a story that can quickly spark imagination with simple yet colorful language. The themes range from Friendship to Growing Up, so you can plan your lessons accordingly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Little Stories for Tiny People is performed in a very childlike spirit to capture its target audience. The podcast is found on its parent website and the major podcast-hosting apps.<\/span><\/p>\n

9. Bedtime History<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

This podcast is another perfect choice for some of your younger students. Bedtime History is about past and present inspirational people like Maya Angelou and J.K. Rowling. Episodes use simple vocabulary and are roughly 12 minutes long.<\/span><\/p>\n

While most of the content focuses on people, there are other topics like space exploration that students could also enjoy. Its accessible style and wide array of subjects make it one of the best podcasts for learning English. It\u2019s currently available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and YouTube.<\/span><\/p>\n

10. Overheard at National Geographic<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

Some of your students may be familiar with National Geographic. The popular magazine has a podcast that advanced students will love. Each episode paints a very vivid picture with the script, which tends to be about an interesting feature of our planet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Transcripts are available if students wish to follow the narration. All episodes can be found on the National Geographic website, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

ESL podcasts provide great tools when it comes to sparking student interest, introducing new vocabulary, and giving students the chance to listen to proper pronunciation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Now that you have ten wonderful podcast resources, learn the best ways to use them in the Bridge Micro-credential course: <\/span>Teaching English with Podcasts<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Podcasts inspire learners with current topics while developing their listening skills. We asked Rashmi, a teacher in Portugal, to share her favorite ESL podcasts for teachers and students. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":10180,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"post-language":[],"popular_posts":[],"class_list":["post-10156","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-classroom-games-activities"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Podcast-Blog-Image-.png","author_info":{"display_name":"Rashmi Chugani","author_link":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/author\/rashmi-chugani\/"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10156","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10156"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10156\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10180"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10156"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10156"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10156"},{"taxonomy":"post-language","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post-language?post=10156"},{"taxonomy":"popular_posts","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/popular_posts?post=10156"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}