Best Elt News Podcasts (2025)

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Teacher pay rise - Is 4% enough?: Teaching Today 1:33:04

14h ago1:33:04

1:33:04

Tom Rogers, Nathan Gynn and Yasmin Omar discuss the latest on teacher pay. They also dig into teacher diets, sanctions in schools and international teaching.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Leading without the mask - What Does It Really Mean to Be Authentic?: The Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds 1:06:53

2d ago1:06:53

1:06:53

Michelle Hinds is joined by Andrew Wilkinson to explore the concept of authentic leadership. Together, they discuss what the mask looks like and the key characteristics of authentic leadership. Listen for top tips on how to lead with sincerity and integrity.By Teachers Talk Radio

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ELT career paths beyond the classroom: The Sunday Social with Martin Sketchley 1:05:23

4d ago1:05:23

1:05:23

Martin is joined by Daniel Deacon to discuss how ELT teachers can transition into roles beyond the classroom.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Have we forgotten the power of analogue teaching?: The Sunday Late Show with Christopher Vowles 1:42:28

5d ago1:42:28

1:42:28

The Sunday Late Show with Christopher Vowles. Chris is joined by Emma Turner to discuss the forgotten benefits of analogue teaching, the limitations of classroom technology and how to introduce more analogue strategies into your practice.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Cinema and Language Learning: the Saturday Lunch show with Famida Choudhary 52:56

5d ago52:56

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Join Famida Choudhary on Teachers Talk Radio as she explores how cinema can be more than just entertainment—it can be a powerful tool for language learning. In conversation with Jerome Nogues, language educator and film integration expert, this episode dives into how visual storytelling can boost fluency, spark curiosity, and bring cultures alive i…

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AI and Differentiation: The Sunday Lunch show with Graham Stanley 1:40:21

5d ago1:40:21

1:40:21

In today's show, I talked to Maria de los Angeles Suarez about AI, differentiation, and critical thinking.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Year 7s and the lack of enjoyment: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:30:18

7d ago1:30:18

1:30:18

Darren talks through recent (and less recent) research that succests school enjoyment scores drop from 6/10 in Year 6 to 3.8/10 in Year 7.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Building leaders not filling roles: The Late Show with Huma Mirza 1:19:53

8d ago1:19:53

1:19:53

Huma is joined by Dr George Scorgie and Andrew Cole to discuss all things leadership development.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Surviving Exams: The Wednesday Late Late Show With Toby Doncaster 1:00:09

9d ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Toby & Piers discuss their top tips for students taking their GCSE English Language and Maths exams this year. Find out about how to build resilience, how to gain marks and the importance of practising past papers.By Teachers Talk Radio

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The A-Z of Student Wellbeing: TTR Special - Khanh Duc Kuttig talks to Jamie O'Dowd 1:02:17

11d ago1:02:17

1:02:17

Jamie O'Dowd, the author of 'The A-Z of Student Wellbeing' joins Khanh Duc Kuttig for a special one off interview. 'The A -Z of Student Wellbeing' is a topical compendium of research, ideas and approaches for teachers, leaders and families, organised around the 26 letters of the English alphabet. You can check it out here: https://www.johncattbooks…

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AI for Inclusive Learning & Teacher Education: The Sunday Lunch Show with Graham Stanley 1:31:48

12d ago1:31:48

1:31:48

Zafar Siddique joined me for a conversation about how AI can be used for inclusive learning and teaching, and teacher training.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Why are we reteaching primary content in secondary?: The Late Show with Beejesh Deva and Claire Bills 1:00:36

13d ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Claire Bills & Beejesh Deva explore the challenges of transition from Year 6 to Year 7—why content is often repeated, and how schools can plan better across phases. They dive into the role of collaborative planning, and how AI can help mine schemes of learning from other key stages and schools to improve consistency, continuity, and retrieval. A mu…

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Self Preservation and Self Care: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:19:28

14d ago1:19:28

1:19:28

Darren looks at the difference between self preservation and self care by doing a shallow-dive into two studies conducted during the Covid-19 pandemic.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Writing in the Digital Age: The Sunday Social with Martin Sketchley 1:09:25

15d ago1:09:25

1:09:25

In the Sunday Social, host Martin sits down with educator, editor, and writer Christopher Walker, Director of Studies at International House in Poland and editor of the IH Journal. Together, they delve into the evolving landscape of writing instruction in the digital age—from pen and paper to AI-assisted tools. They discuss how writing pedagogy has…

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Education outside of the Classroom: The Twilight Show with Chris Heath Robinson and Mo Ozsoy 1:00:55

15d ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Chris and Mo discuss how they, as business teachers, link with individuals and organisations outside of the classroom to enrich the offer and curriculum for students, particularly by developing a careers education.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Catherine McKinnell, Minister for School Standards, on the Teacher Apprenticeship Programme: The Big Interview 22:57

15d ago22:57

22:57

Tom Rogers is joined live by Catherine McKinnell MP to discuss latest government policy on the apprenticeships for teachers policy. The programme will now run over 9 months instead of 12. The government hopes this will lead to more schools offering the programme as it can be run over one academic year. Will this reduce rigour? We ask the questions …

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Box Clever - Quadrants to change the way we live and lead: TTR Special with Rachel Johnson 1:02:53

17d ago1:02:53

1:02:53

Tom Rogers is joined by leadership coach, writer, and the author of Box Clever: Quadrants to Change the Way We Live and Lead, Rachel Johnson. In this book, Rachel introduces a powerful quadrant-based framework that helps us think more clearly about everything from self-reflection and conflict to timing, energy and identity. Drawing on psychology, c…

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The decade that forgot children 2010-2025?: The Friday Morning Break with Carl Smith 1:07:02

19d ago1:07:02

1:07:02

2010-2025: The decade that forgot children?By Teachers Talk Radio

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Pedagogy without Elbows & Learner Autonomy: The Sunday Lunch Show with Graham Stanley 1:30:02

19d ago1:30:02

1:30:02

What is 'Pedagogy without Elbows'? Listen to my conversation about Learner Autonomy with Kirstie Jackson Wilms to find out.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Violent Behaviour - How it impacts teachers: The Late Show with Tony Harwood 1:07:06

20d ago1:07:06

1:07:06

Host Tony Harwood is joined by Scott Lyons, union officer and former teacher, for a no-holds-barred conversation about violence in schools and its impact on teachers. Drawing on data from recent surveys and first-hand experiences, they explore the growing concerns around pupil-on-teacher aggression, the challenges of restorative practice, and the b…

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The Action Research Advantage - Turning Reflection into Impact: The Saturday Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary 1:02:10

20d ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Join Famida Choudhary in this energizing episode of Teachers Talk Radio as she explores the power of action research with two insightful guests—Philip Anderson and Neha, both educators deeply invested in reimagining what impactful teaching looks like. From bridging classroom gaps to cultivating school-wide cultures of reflection, this conversation …

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'Being the Newbie' - How do you settle into a new school?: The Late Show with Lianne Lax and Rae Whitehouse 1:04:59

22d ago1:04:59

1:04:59

Rae and Lianne discuss how to settle into a new school as a teacher. In this honest and entertaining show, our hosts dive into what it’s really like to start at a new school—whether it’s your first teaching job or you’re a seasoned educator switching settings. They swap stories about the emotional rollercoaster of being the “new person,” including …

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The Future of Inclusive Education: Supporting Multilingual Students Through AI-Enhanced Translation Technology 1:14:05

22d ago1:14:05

1:14:05

In this special sponsored episode of Teachers Talk Radio, hosts James Radburn and Darren Lester spotlight the crucial role of language accessibility in modern classrooms—powered by Pocketalk, a leader in AI-enhanced translation solutions. They’re joined by Kayleigh Hughes, an English teacher and Deputy SENCO, and Jessica O’Dwyer, General Manager at…

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A march against the government on education?: The Twilight Show with Tom Rogers 1:34:23

23d ago1:34:23

1:34:23

Tom Rogers is joined by headteacher Katharine Birbalsingh to discuss her plans for a 'march for children' (to take place soon) and the arguments behind it. These include ideas around smartphone use, teacher training, curriculum, uniforms and more.By Teachers Talk Radio

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How do we stop the rising problem of abuse and assault of school staff?: The Twilight Show with Tom Rogers 1:30:55

26d ago1:30:55

1:30:55

In this urgent show, we confront the rising tide of violence and aggression facing teachers and school staff across the UK. Host Tom Rogers is joined by veteran educator and behaviour specialist Andrew Old, and leadership and inclusion expert Chuma A., for a frank discussion about why violence in schools is escalating — and what must be done to sto…

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Stress in Schools: The Saturday Social with Will Mercer 1:29:36

26d ago1:29:36

1:29:36

With my guest teacher, Junny Lee, we discussed stress in schools, teacher and pupil burnout and how to deal with the pressure of teaching.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Portfolio Careers: The Sunday Lunch Show with Graham Stanley 1:31:05

26d ago1:31:05

1:31:05

On today's show, I spoke to Emily Bryson about how teachers can combine teaching with other types of work to form a portfolio career. Emily has been successfully doing this for some time now, which has enabled her to spend the last year or so travelling though Latin america.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Words Matter: Explicit Vocabulary Instruction with Precision and Purpose using AI- The Friday Lunch Show with Morgan Whitfield and Tod Brennan 1:26:14

28d ago1:26:14

1:26:14

Tod and Morgan are joined by Jake Cowling to explore the power of explicit vocabulary instruction and how it intersects with oracy. The conversation highlights how AI tools can lighten teacher workload while improving the precision and timing of vocabulary delivery, making it easier to build word-rich classrooms that support deep understanding and …

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The real life of a Senco - Is inclusion just a buzzword?: The Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds 1:04:24

29d ago1:04:24

1:04:24

An honest discussion with an experienced SENCO, Ms Marie Dennis, to explore the challenges of providing a truly inclusive education system. This show goes behind the scenes of a day in the life of a SENCo- the rewards and challenges.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Julia Waters on incoming OFSTED changes: TTR Special 38:58

29d ago38:58

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Julia Waters, the sister of Ruth Perry, sits down with Tom Rogers to discuss the latest with regards to OFSTED. Julia Waters joins us to discuss the latest developments surrounding Ofsted's proposed inspection reforms and the emotional and professional toll the system continues to take on school leaders. Julia, who became a campaigner following the…

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Teaching online and freelancing: The Sunday Social with Martin Sketchley 1:06:28

1M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

In this show, The Sunday Social, Martin is joined by EFL teacher and blogger Joanna to explore her journey from engineering into English language teaching. Together, they reflect on the transition from in-person to online teaching, the challenges of hybrid classrooms, and how Joanna discovered her passion for teaching through unexpected opportuniti…

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Misogyny in schools, Teachers managing violence in schools: Points of View 1:04:14

1M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

In this episode of Points of View on Teachers Talk Radio, Yasmin Omar, Lucy Trimnell and Rae Whitehouse tackle some of the most pressing and complex issues facing education this week. They begin by discussing the rise of misogynistic attitudes among young people, exploring the impact of pornography, social media influences, and figures like Andrew …

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What is a school's proper place in the smartphone debate?: The Late Show with Ben White 1:06:30

1M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Ben hosts his latest Classroom Chronicles as he delves into the debate on smartphones in education with guest Damian McBeath.By Teachers Talk Radio

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The Science of Learning in Practice: The Sunday Lunch Show with Graham Stanley 1:28:07

1M ago1:28:07

1:28:07

Find out about more about the Science of Learning with special guest Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel from the University of Glasgow. We speak about how teachers can apply this to their classrooms, particularly when it comes to spaced practice and retrieval practice.By Teachers Talk Radio

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The new Ofsted: The Morning Break with Carl Smith 1:02:13

1M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Carl talks to guest Brian Lightman about the New Ofsted. The Ofsted consultation deadline is on Monday 28th April but an exciting new vision has been proposed by some of the country's leading educationalists. This show explores their recommendations with one of its authors and considers whether this is something the profession get really get behind…

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From Silos to Systems: Reclaiming Agency with AI in Education. The Late Show with Clara Hawking 1:09:47

1M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

Join Clara Hawking and guests Darren Coxon and C. Huron Böke as they discuss AI in education.By Teachers Talk Radio

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What can narrative non-fiction bring to the teaching of primary history? The Late Show with Christopher Vowles 1:31:38

1M ago1:31:38

1:31:38

Christopher talks with researcher and primary school teacher Dr Emma Simpson about the contribution that narrative non-fiction can make to the history learning of primary school children.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Language, Literacy and Equity: Are We Reaching Every Learner? The Saturday Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary 1:00:16

1M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Join Famida Choudhary as she explores the world of language, literacy, and equity with Elena, a passionate and experienced EAL (English as an Additional Language) leader. Together, they discuss how language shapes access to education, the power of multilingualism, and how schools and families can better support EAL learners. Packed with practical i…

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Lads! Lads! Lads!: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:32:32

1M ago1:32:32

1:32:32

After reflecting on Pope Francis' attitudes towards education, Darren looks at the research into working class boys' attitudes towards education and considers how attempt to make school more accessible to them may not align with what they actually need.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Talking all things Maths from Reception to A Level: The Friday Late Show with David Brown 1:29:38

1M ago1:29:38

1:29:38

Dave is joined by Phil Herd, Rob Burgess and Janice Storch to look at maths across the Key Stages and discuss the issues facing the subject and what excellent progress looks like from primary school right up to A Level.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Power up your Questioning: TTR Special with Bruce Robertson 1:07:19

1M ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Khanh Duc Kuttig and James Radburn co host a one off show featuring author and leader Bruce Robertson to discuss his new John Catt Book - Power up your Questioning. On this show they discuss the nuts and bolts of classroom questioning, how to ask great classroom questions and the pitfalls too. Bruce shares a range of questioning strategies to suppo…

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Teaching in Challenging Schools: The Late Show with Tony Harwood 1:04:11

1M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Join Tony Harwood, Science teacher, for his debut show on TTR. He is joined by fellow teacher Yannick to discuss what it is like to teach in a challenging school and so much more!By Teachers Talk Radio

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Leadership across borders: The Late Show with Huma Mirza 54:50

1M ago54:50

54:50

In her first ever TTR show, Huma talks about leadership across borders - in various international contexts. She is joined by guest Dr George Scorgie, the Dean of Student Activities at Robert College, Istanbul.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Is teaching a creative profession? The Late Show with Beejesh Deva and Claire Bills 1:05:11

1M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

Beejesh and Claire explore whether the teaching profession has become too robotic or whether new structures have inspired better teaching. Is teaching a creative endeavour? Should it be? Find out in this conversation!By Teachers Talk Radio

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From Teacher to Mother: The Sunday Twilight show with Aramide Oluwa 57:52

1M ago57:52

57:52

Lydia Omoh joins Aramide Oluwa to talk about 'From Teacher to Mother: Perspective, Trauma, Strategies, and Consistency.' Hopw does teaching help new Moms?By Teachers Talk Radio

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High fives, handshakes and building relationships in schools: The Twilight Show with Tom Rogers 1:16:07

2M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

Tom is joined by Esmeralda Salgado and Dean Boddington to discuss a recent 'viral' clip featuring a headteacher caught high fiving and handshaking with various students in a school. This has been widely praised and positively received - should it have been? Discussion centres around relationship building in schools - what's authentic and what isn't…

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Experiences of Dogme ELT: The Sunday Social with Martin Sketchley 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

In the first episode of The Sunday Social, Martin Sketchley welcomes seasoned ELT professional Dylan Gates to explore the theory and practice of Dogme ELT. With nearly 30 years of experience, Dylan reflects on his journey through language education and discusses how Dogme—a minimalist, conversation-driven approach to teaching—has shaped his teachin…

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Amanda Spielman Peerage, 'Colourblind' Exclusions Research: Points of View 1:15:47

2M ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Join Tom Rogers, Yasmin Omar, Tarjinder Gill, Lucy Trimnell and Will Mercer for this episode of Points of View. They discuss Amanda Spielman being awarded a peerage in the House of Lords. In addition, they discuss ‘Colour-blind’ research that claims race is not a factor in school exclusions which has been slammed as ‘nonsense’.…

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Beyond the Syllabus - Reimagining Education for Joy, Relevance, and Real Life: The Saturday Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

In this show, Famida Choudhary is joined by educator and curriculum visionary Kinnari Kotecha for a powerful conversation on reimagining education beyond the syllabus. Together, they explore how joy, inquiry, emotional intelligence, and student agency can transform classrooms into spaces of real-life learning. From the importance of teacher self-re…

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The Science of Learning Controversy: The Sunday Lunch Show with Graham Stanley 1:33:45

2M ago1:33:45

1:33:45

On today's show I spoke to Alastair Grant about the Science of Learning. The conversation mentions the recent IATEFL plenary on the subject, and Alastair's follow-up video.By Teachers Talk Radio

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