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Radio ESOL

Every Wednesday during term time

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  1. 154

    Future plans

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Alan and Sara chat about their summer plans and what they're going to do after their Entry 2 language course.

  2. 153

    Writing a CV

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, two students talk about writing a CV.Special thanks to Zarbakht and Maryyam, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  3. 152

    Doing it all: juggling family life with study [part 2]

    Part 2 of a 2-part series Doing It All : how busy parents make it work - Level 1 ESOL students came into the Radio ESOL studio to share honest, real-life insights into balancing study with busy lives and family commitments and the simple ways they unwind and recharge.How do you juggle study with home life? How do you find time for you? What helps you to relax? Do you have any tips for other busy parents? Special thanks to Gizela and Nasreen for taking part in this episode.

  4. 151

    Doing it all: juggling family life with study

    Part 1 of a 2-part series Doing It All : how busy parents make it work - Level 1 ESOL students came into the Radio ESOL studio to share honest, real-life insights into balancing study with busy lives and family commitments and the simple ways they unwind and recharge.How do you juggle study with home life? How do you find time for you? What helps you to relax? Do you have any tips for other busy parents? Special thanks to Aidel and Zahra for taking part in this episode.

  5. 150

    The cost of living

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, two students talk about the cost of living.Special thanks to Zarbakht and Maryyam, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  6. 149

    Shop talk

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Pete and Taylor compare shopping in two popular UK cities.

  7. 148

    Old friends

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, two old university friends unexpectedly bump into each other and catch up after years apart.

  8. 147

    Buying new shoes

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, a customer is buying a new pair of shoes.

  9. 146

    Weekend plans

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Naseem and Khalida plan a day out.

  10. 145

    Buying a train ticket

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, a customer is buying a ticket at the train station.

  11. 144

    The college canteen

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, two friends are chatting in the college canteen.Special thanks to Christina and Zarbakht, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  12. 143

    What shall we eat?

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Tom and Sam are deciding what to eat.

  13. 142

    Cleaning vacancy

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Naseem goes for a job interview for a cleaning vacancy.

  14. 141

    Cafe assistant job interview

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Rafael goes for a job interview for a cafe assistant role.

  15. 140

    New year, new student!

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, two students talk about their New Year's resolutions.

  16. 139

    Christmas traditions [in the UK]

    This in-depth discussion was developed using Notebook LM and looks at Christmas traditions in the UK.

  17. 138

    Single parenting

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Maria, a single parent, speaks with host Mark during an interview on Life in Britain Today.  

  18. 137

    At the post office [asking for help]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, a customer is at the post office.Special thanks to Christina and Zarbakht, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  19. 136

    What's your nationality?

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Zahra asks Christina about her nationality. Special thanks to Christina and Zarbakht, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  20. 135

    Organising a charity event

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear a teacher and student talking about organising a charity event.

  21. 134

    Opening a bank account

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear Mike talking to the examiner about the process of opening a bank account in the UK. This dialogue is aimed at the level 1 student preparing for a Trinity College ESOL Level 1 Speaking & Listening exam.

  22. 133

    Returning a jumper

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear a customer returning a jumper to a shop.

  23. 132

    Bedtime routine [for a good night's sleep]

    This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear Mike talking to the examiner about a bedtime routine for a good night's sleep. This recording includes the use of passive voice, passive modals, imperatives and three examiner-style questions or interventions, all suitable for a Trinity College ESOL Level 1 Speaking & Listening exam.

  24. 131

    Radio ESOL this year [an overview]

    This year's Radio ESOL episodes were written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College to create valuable audio resources for language learners.This in-depth discussion was developed using Notebook LM and provides an overview of Radio ESOL's highlights and developments throughout the year. 

  25. 130

    At the bus stop [advanced]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.This advanced version offers a more challenging dialogue than the previous 'beginner' episode, incorporating a wider range of vocabulary and more nuanced opinions about public transport, the weather, and frustrations with service delays. It also introduces a bit of British sarcasm and irony, which is common in everyday conversations at a higher level.

  26. 129

    At the bus stop [beginner]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear two frustrated bus passengers who strike up conversation while waiting for a bus. Listen as they cover topics like bus delays, roadworks and the usual British tendency to discuss the weather.

  27. 128

    The noisy neighbour

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear Aisha complaining to her neighbour, Angela, about the noise she makes.

  28. 127

    Salma and Sandra

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear two friends, Salma and Sandra, talking about their hobbies.

  29. 126

    A job interview [what NOT to say]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, Mark demonstrates what NOT to say in a job interview.

  30. 125

    A job interview

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, Mark is at a job interview for a hotel receptionist.

  31. 124

    At the pharmacy

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, a customer talks to the pharmacist.

  32. 123

    At the doctor's

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, a patient talks to the doctor.

  33. 122

    I want to complain!

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we hear an angry customer complaining about a fast food order.

  34. 121

    Describing a holiday

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, Aneesa describes her holiday.

  35. 120

    My English class

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.In this episode, we're going to listen to three students talking about their English class.Special thanks to Emad, Muna and Nadia, three of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  36. 119

    Healthcare services

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to a conversation about healthcare services. Special thanks to Joseph and Mouhamadou, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  37. 118

    Travelling to college

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to a conversation about travelling to college. Special thanks to Muna and Nadia, two of our Level 1 students, who helped record this episode.

  38. 117

    My bus is late!

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to a complaint about the bus being late. Listen to the customer service operator talking with the customer.

  39. 116

    Bills

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we listen to two flatmates chatting about bills.

  40. 115

    Planning a holiday

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we listen to two people planning a holiday. Listen to them talking about adding and multiplying costs.

  41. 114

    On the bus

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we listen to two people chatting on the bus.

  42. 113

    Favourite food [group discussion]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we listen to a group discussion about food. Special thanks to our Level 1 learners—Muna, Nadia, and Emad—who volunteered to record this episode.

  43. 112

    Maria [stretch & challenge]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Maria talks about herself and her family. This is the stretch & challenge level recording. You can also listen to Maria [beginner] and Maria [pre-entry].

  44. 111

    Maria [pre-entry]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Maria talks about herself and her family. This is the pre-entry level recording. You can also listen to Maria [beginner] and Maria [stretch & challenge].

  45. 110

    Maria [beginner]

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, Maria talks about herself and her family. This is the beginner level recording. You can also listen to Maria [pre-entry] and Maria [stretch & challenge].

  46. 109

    Ivan's house

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to Mike talking to his daughter, Sarah.

  47. 108

    Safeguarding

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to a conversation between two students talking about safeguarding.

  48. 107

    Crime

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to an interview with the Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police. Listen as he talks about making the UK safer for women. Sound Effects from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠

  49. 106

    British Values

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to two students talking about British Values.

  50. 105

    Planting a garden

    This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, we're going to listen to two neighbours discussing how to make compost. This episode focuses on proportions. Listen to them talking about ratios. A ratio in maths is a way to compare the quantities of two or more things. Sound Effects from ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Every Wednesday during term time

HOSTED BY

Enfield Centre, Leeds City College

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Every Wednesday during term time

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