Speaking Of Stories - Episode 1 - Kay

Welcome to Speaking Of Stories. I'm Sukhi (he/him), a 2nd+ English communication coach, merging mindfulness techniques for presence & calm, communication-focused skills for 2nd+ English speakers, conversational depth through coaching questions, reflective practices, and enjoyment of the process for an embodied communication experience. My fascination with people's stories is how this podcast has come to be to show that connection can be formed through being curious about people's lives and the way they weave through their days. In episode 1, I speak to "Teacher Kay."Kayla McKesey (she/her) is a descendant of Jamaican and Belizean teachers who made Canada their home two generations ago. Her roots, culture, and lived experience shape her worldview and are the foundation of her teaching philosophy. Based in Toronto, Kayla began her English teaching journey in São Paulo, Brazil, where she founded Diaspora English Learning—a platform that celebrates the diverse cultures and identities of the English-speaking world while helping students become confident, powerful communicators. She is also the creator of Sincerely Teaching, a teacher training initiative focused on identity, decolonization, and language justice through conscious teaching. Through her work, Kayla is committed to creating liberated learning spaces where English language education is reimagined as a tool for self-expression and empowerment—not assimilation.Sit back, and enjoy her story. Instagram: @englishandsukhiwww.instagram.com/englishandsukhiInstagram: @sincerelyteachingenglishhttps://www.sincerelyteaching.com