English For Exploration
133 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsFree access to lesson guides and transcripts at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1A6bpfXdhsthsBRoVpsRezFyaiGj9WSHg?usp=sharing
Welcome to my podcast for English Language Learners. Here you can improve your English comprehension by listening to my conversations with guests from all over the world.
By listening to real conversations, you will begin to understand different English accents and connected speech. You’ll learn interesting things about people, language, and travel along the way.
As of 2023, I retired from English Language Coaching and Teaching. I took my website down. You can still find me on social media, although I'm not currently very active. Please direct inquiries to [email protected] and mention the podcast.
Note: The podcast started out as Conversations with Kate and then changed to English for Exploration. I'm thinking about adding episodes on the topics of health and wellness. (I trained as a health coach before my 6 years of teaching English online). Let me know what topics you'd like to have me cover.
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[122] Avoiding Burnout in Language Learning - My conversation with Marissa Blaszko
October 25, 2021 19:29 - 32 minutes - 59.8 MBMy guest is Marissa Blaszko, a Polish-American polyglot who is currently relearning her native language as an adult. She creates free resources for other language learners at www.RelearnALanguage.com and on YouTube as Relearn A Language. You can also follow her personal Instagram @MultilingualMarissa for language learning memes, studygram, and fun. To find more links, transcript excerpts, and a list of vocabulary from this episode, please visit my website, conversationswithkate.net and clic...
The Rescue - A very short story by Kate
October 12, 2021 14:28 - 2 minutes - 2.38 MBThis very short story can be used to improve your listening comprehension. Listen once. Write down a summary of what you heard. Listen again. Write down exactly what I said. Download the transcript on Gumroad. https://conversationskate.gumroad.com/l/storyrescue Compare your understanding with what I actually said. Clients may submit listening dictation to me to discuss connected speech and why some of the phrases may have been difficult to understand. Contact Kate at https://www.conversa...
[121] Organize your Language Learning - My conversation with Tetiana Bilokin
September 28, 2021 18:27 - 21 minutes - 17.7 MBJoin me and my guest, Tetiana Bilokin, as we talk about some of the best tools to organize your language learning. Then she shares how she creates learning materials using popular TV shows and movies to keep her clients motivated. To learn more about Tetiana: www.tetianabilokin.com https://www.instagram.com/tetianabilokin/ To find more links, transcript excerpts, and a list of vocabulary from this episode, please visit my website, conversationswithkate.net and click Podcast on the menu bar...
[120] Be Brave. Write in English - My conversation with Agnieszka Dryjas-Makhloufi
August 18, 2021 12:45 - 37 minutes - 30.2 MBMy guest is Agnieszka Dryjas-Makhloufi, author of the short novel, The Journey of Seagulls. Agnieszka began studying English as a child in Poland and is now a teacher, author, and poet writing in English and working in the UK. We discuss her novel and the importance of getting out of one’s comfort zone to explore and create. To learn more about Agnieszka: https://www.instagram.com/my_soul_is_poetry/ https://www.instagram.com/delicious_writer/ https://twitter.com/agnieszkadryjas https://www.g...
[119] My conversation with Marusya Price - Learning Mindfully
July 26, 2021 19:59 - 39 minutes - 32.1 MBMy guest is Marusya Price, author of 101 Activities to Teach English Mindfully. It includes lessons on topics such as Mindfulness, Happiness, Authenticity, Kindness, Inspiration, Gratitude and Positivity. You can also find Marusya’s meditations and visualizations on the Insight Timer App. To learn more about Marusya and her work: Website: https://www.inspirationalenglish.co.uk/ Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/inspirationalenglish_/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspirational-eng...
[119] Learning Mindfully - My conversation with Marusya Price
July 26, 2021 19:59 - 39 minutes - 32.1 MBMy guest is Marusya Price, author of 101 Activities to Teach English Mindfully. It includes lessons on topics such as Mindfulness, Happiness, Authenticity, Kindness, Inspiration, Gratitude and Positivity. You can also find Marusya’s meditations and visualizations on the Insight Timer App. To learn more about Marusya and her work: Website: https://www.inspirationalenglish.co.uk/ Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/inspirationalenglish_/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspirational-eng...
[118] Reading Adventures - My conversation with Irina Skibenko
June 11, 2021 11:11 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MBMy guest is Irina Skibenko, a teacher and author from Ukraine who inspires preteens to read and discover the world. She is also the author of three adventure stories featuring Nina and her dog Eve. Preteens from around the world can join Irina’s online programs to discuss the places that Nina visits and improve their English by reading, listening, writing and speaking. To learn more about Irina and her work: Etsy shop - https://etsy.me/3tsmpZq Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/smartstor...
[117] Exploring Neurodiversity - My conversation with Jessy Lammers
May 18, 2021 16:43 - 29 minutes - 24 MBMy guest is Jessica Lammers, an online Language Coach who, after being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, is exploring neurodiversity as an opportunity to make learning a language a more inclusive experience for her students. Learn more about Jessy at www.befluentish.com To find links, transcript excerpts, and a list of vocabulary from this episode, please visit my website, conversationswithkate.net, and click Podcast on the menu bar. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, please consi...
[116] Fun & Games for Language Learning - My conversation with Vickie Kelty
April 26, 2021 23:22 - 34 minutes - 27.7 MBEnglish Language Teacher, Vickie Kelty, joins me to talk about using a variety of games to create a relaxed environment for conversations in English. You'll find vocabulary, links, and more information on my website, www.conversationswithkate.net. Click Podcast on the menu bar. Follow us on INSTAGRAM Vickie at www.instagram.com/vickiekelty/ Kate at www.instagram.com/conversationskate/
[115] Women in Language - My conversation with Kerstin Cable
February 15, 2021 02:53 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MBWomen in Language is back for the 4th annual conference on March 4-7th! In this episode, I talk with Kerstin Cable, host of the Fluent Show podcast and one of the co-organizers. Listen to discover why this is the best event of the year for anyone who loves languages. This year, I'll be presenting with Karina Pearl Thorne on the topic: Share Your Story - Making Connections Across Languages. More information and all of the links on my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net
[114] Beyond Expectations - Reading from Kate's New Book
January 16, 2021 03:50 - 12 minutes - 10.1 MBOne of my clients, wanting to improve her English comprehension, asked me to tell her a story. Three years ago, I began telling short personal stories, recording the audio, and creating transcripts. Then I realized that conversations may be more helpful than monologues and the podcast was born. My new book is a longer personal story. It was published as a 100-page paperback on December 28th, 2020. In this episode, Kirstin and I introduce the story. A complete audio version and accompanying ...
[113] Focus on What You Can Do - a conversation with Kirstin
December 11, 2020 14:16 - 12 minutes - 10.1 MBMy sister Kirstin is back to talk about using what we have and focusing on what we can do while in quarantine. She describes how she got creative when repainting old furniture and also decorating for the holidays with a garland made from dried orange slices, rosemary sprigs, cinnamon sticks, and cranberries. Highlights, quotes, and more on the website, https://www.conversationswithkate.net/podcast/ Follow us on INSTAGRAM Kate at www.instagram.com/conversationskate/ Kirstin at www.instagram....
[112] A Language for Connection (NVC) - My conversation with Marianne van Dijk
November 08, 2020 00:35 - 30 minutes - 24.8 MBMy guest is relationship expert Marianne van Dijk, creator of the popular YouTube Channel, Cup of Empathy. Marianne explains how to identify the feelings and needs underneath our thoughts and how empathy and honesty can improve connection. We discuss some of the tools of NVC or Nonviolent Communication as developed by American Psychologist Marshall Rosenberg.
[111] A Passion for Vocabulary - My conversation with Inna Piankovska & Tetiana Bilokin, part 2
September 29, 2020 19:24 - 19 minutes - 15.7 MBThis is the second half of my conversation with Inna Piankovska and Tetiana Bilokin, English language teachers from Ukraine. Learn about their tips and favorite resources for vocabulary acquisition. When you visit my website, conversationswithkate.net, and click Podcast on the menu bar. Go to this episode to find more information and links to the resources mentioned. Follow us on INSTAGRAM Inna at https://www.instagram.com/english_vocabulady/ Tetiana at https://www.instagram.com/tetianabilo...
[110] A Passion for Vocabulary - My conversation with Inna Piankovska & Tetiana Bilokin, part 1
September 29, 2020 19:24 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MBThis is part one of my conversation with Inna Pianokovska and Tetiania Bilokin, English language teachers from Ukraine. We discuss the power of words, the way language changes with use, and how to find relevant vocabulary. Listen for more tips and resources in part 2. Follow us on INSTAGRAM Inna at https://www.instagram.com/english_vocabulady/ Tetiana at https://www.instagram.com/tetianabilokin/ Kate at https://www.instagram.com/conversationskate/ Enjoying the podcast? Please leave a review...
[109] Boost Your Brain - My conversation with Denise Medved, part 3
August 26, 2020 22:46 - 17 minutes - 14 MBMy guest is Denise Medved, creator of Ageless Grace - Fitness for the Body and Brain. The conversation is divided into three parts (Episodes 107-109). In this episode, part 3, Denise describes 2 of the 21 tools or exercises. Watch Denise in motion at her website, www.agelessgrace.com or on her Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/AgelessGrace/videos Visit my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net for more information about the podcast.
[108] Boost your Brain - My conversation with Denise Medved, part 2
August 26, 2020 22:06 - 15 minutes - 12.2 MBMy guest is Denise Medved, creator of Ageless Grace - Fitness for the Body and Brain. The conversation is divided into three parts (Episodes 107-109). In this episode, part 2, Denise talks about 5 functions of the brain as they relate to the Ageless Grace program. Watch Denise demonstrate the 21 tools or exercises at her website, www.agelessgrace.com or on her Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/AgelessGrace/videos Visit my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net for more information abou...
[107] Boost Your Brain in 10 Minutes a Day - my conversation with Denise Medved, part 1
August 26, 2020 02:40 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBMy guest is Denise Medved, creator of Ageless Grace - Fitness for the Body and Brain. The conversation is divided into three parts (Episodes 107-109). In this episode, you'll learn about neuroplasticity and how Denise came to create the program. Watch Denise demonstrate the 21 tools or exercises at her website, www.agelessgrace.com or on her Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/AgelessGrace/videos Visit my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net for more information about the podcast.
[106] The Power of Conversation - My conversation with Raphael Freeman, part 3
August 11, 2020 02:59 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MBMy guest, Raphael Freeman, is the co-host of the podcast Heterodox Americana. This is the third of three parts to our conversation about ways to approach dialogue with people who hold different perspectives. In this part of the conversation, we discuss helpful tips. Listen to Raphael's podcast at www.heterodoxamericana.com Watch his video on Instagram or Facebook https://www.instagram.com/heterodoxamericana/ https://www.facebook.com/Heterodox-Americana-117977612932221 Visit my podcast page ...
[105] American Culture - My conversation with Raphael Freeman, part 2
August 11, 2020 02:59 - 16 minutes - 13 MBMy guest, Raphael Freeman is the co-host of the podcast Heterodox Americana. This is the second of three parts to our conversation about ways to approach dialogue with people who hold different perspectives. In this part of the conversation, we discuss American Culture and Moral Foundation Theory as a way to understand liberal and conservative ideas. Listen to Raphael's podcast at www.heterodoxamericana.com Watch his video on Instagram or Facebook https://www.instagram.com/heterodoxamericana...
[104] Ways to Approach Dialogue _My conversation with Raphael Freeman
August 04, 2020 02:31 - 11 minutes - 8.97 MBMy guest, Raphael Freeman is the co-host of the podcast Heterodox Americana. This is the first of three parts to our conversation about ways to approach dialogue with people about current issues in the United States. Listen to Raphael's podcast at www.heterodoxamericana.com Watch his video on Instagram or Facebook https://www.instagram.com/heterodoxamericana/ https://www.facebook.com/Heterodox-Americana-117977612932221 Visit my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net for more information abou...
[104] Ways to Approach Dialogue - My conversation with Raphael Freeman, part 1
August 04, 2020 02:31 - 11 minutes - 8.97 MBMy guest, Raphael Freeman is the co-host of the podcast Heterodox Americana. This is the first of three parts to our conversation about ways to approach dialogue with people about current issues in the United States. Listen to Raphael's podcast at www.heterodoxamericana.com Watch his video on Instagram or Facebook https://www.instagram.com/heterodoxamericana/ https://www.facebook.com/Heterodox-Americana-117977612932221 Visit my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net for more information abou...
[103] One-on-one or Group Coaching? - My conversation with Petra Navel
July 19, 2020 15:31 - 19 minutes - 15.7 MBListen to my conversation with Petra Navel, Neurolanguage Coach® and Business English trainer as we talk about the advantages of one-on-one and group coaching when working with a Language Coach. Learn more about Petra at www.english2business.de Schedule a consultation with Kate at www.englishconversationcoaching.com
[102] One-on-one or Group Coaching? - My conversation with Petra Navel
July 19, 2020 15:31 - 19 minutes - 15.7 MBListen to my conversation with Petra Navel, Neurolanguage Coach® and Business English trainer as we talk about the advantages of one-on-one and group coaching when working with a Language Coach. Learn more about Petra at www.english2business.de Schedule a consultation with Kate at www.englishconversationcoaching.com
[102] Why Work with a Language Coach? - My conversation with Kelly Bennett-Nowocien
July 14, 2020 16:00 - 20 minutes - 16.6 MBListen to my conversation with Kelly Bennett-Nowocien, Lifestyle and Language Coach as we discuss the benefits of working with a language coach. Learn more at www.kbncoaching.com Schedule a consultation with Kate at www.englishconversation.com
[101] Brain-friendly Learning - My conversation with Rachel Paling
June 18, 2020 16:32 - 37 minutes - 29.7 MBListen to my conversation with Rachel Paling, creator of Neurolanguage Coaching,® as we discuss the benefits of working with a language coach who has been trained using Rachel's method. An avid language learner and polyglot, Rachel shares some of her stories and how she went from language teacher to coach to training over 600 Neurolanguage coaches® worldwide. Learn more at www.neurolanguagecoaching.com https://network.neurolanguagecoaching.com/ Read Kate's blog post about her experience at ...
The Double Wedding, 1929 - Conversations with Kate
May 21, 2020 14:17 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MBThis story follows "Nina and the Flu Pandemic of 1918." It takes place seven years later when Nina has become a teacher and meets her future husband at a boarding house for adults working in various jobs. I introduce her sister, Leona, and you will learn about their double wedding. To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/conversationswithkate. Enjoy...
Nina and the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic - Conversations with Kate
May 01, 2020 04:19 - 4 minutes - 2.18 MBA true family story recorded by Kate. For a transcript, visit www.conversationswithkate.net or https://www.patreon.com/conversationswithkate Background music: Ever Mindful by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
[100] Celebrate Language Stories - My conversation with Lindsay Williams, part 4
March 31, 2020 18:26 - 10 minutes - 8.51 MBThis is part 4 out of 4. In episodes 97-100, I talk with Lindsay Williams, of #Lindsaydoeslanguages about the Language Stories that she and her husband collected in the Americas and Southeast Asia. It's all about connecting with people from around the world. I'm taking a break from the podcast at 100 episodes and highly recommend checking out the Language Stories podcast and series on Youtube. Thank you for listening! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLByFxX2gaCXZAUPfr1ooB9tsQUxxShETa...
[099] Sign Languages Around the World - Lindsay Williams, Part 3
March 31, 2020 17:06 - 14 minutes - 11.5 MBThis is part 3 out of 4. In episodes 97-100, I talk with Lindsay Williams, of #Lindsaydoeslanguages about the podcast and video series that she created with her husband Ashley. It's called Language Stories and it's all about connecting with people from around the world. In this part, you will hear her talk about sign languages in Nicaragua and Vietnam as well as other stories from Season One and Two. Link to Language Stories and find out more about Lindsay at www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com T...
[099] Connecting with Locals & Sign Languages - Lindsay Williams, Part 3
March 31, 2020 17:06 - 14 minutes - 11.5 MBThis is part 3 out of 4. In episodes 97-100, I talk with Lindsay Williams, of #Lindsaydoeslanguages about the podcast and video series that she created with her husband Ashley. It's called Language Stories and it's all about connecting with people from around the world. In this part, you will hear her talk about sign languages in Nicaragua and Vietnam as well as other stories from Season One and Two. Link to Language Stories and find out more about Lindsay at www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com T...
[098] The Root of Everything is Human Connection - My conversation with Lindsay Williams, part 2
March 22, 2020 19:11 - 15 minutes - 12.5 MBThis is part 2 out of 4. In episodes 97-100, I talk with Lindsay Williams, of #Lindsaydoeslanguages about the podcast and video series that she created with her husband Ashley. It's called Language Stories and it's all about connecting with people from around the world. Link to Language Stories and find out more about Lindsay at www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join m...
[097] A Passion for Languages - My conversation with Lindsay Williams, part 1
March 16, 2020 17:22 - 12 minutes - 9.76 MBThis is the first of 4 episodes with Lindsay Williams. She is a passionate language learner, teacher, author, podcaster, world traveler and more. We talk about the languages she has learned (13 and counting) and the video and podcast series that she created with her husband, Ashley. It's called Language Stories and it exemplifies connecting cultures through conversation. These episodes (97-100) are a celebration of human connection, as well as reaching 100 episodes of the podcast. Enjoy. And...
[096] Come To Colombia - My conversation with James Levin, part2
February 28, 2020 22:43 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBThis is episode 96, the second part of my conversation with business communication coach, James Levin. In the first part, we talked a lot about the many places James has traveled. We pick up the conversation here where I ask him about his favorite part of the world and then talk about Colombia where he currently lives and works online. Learn more about James at https://englisharrow.com/ To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcript...
[095] All 50 States and 40 Countries - My conversation with James Levin, part 1
February 21, 2020 01:45 - 13 minutes - 10.9 MBThis is part one of my conversation with James Levin, a business communication coach who specializes in helping non-native English speakers excel in English-speaking workplaces. In this episode, I ask James how he managed to visit all 50 of the United States and at least 40 countries before launching his online business. Learn more about James at https://englisharrow.com/ To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediat...
[094] Emojis as a Lingua Franca - My conversation with Svetlana Klimova, part 3
February 02, 2020 01:56 - 11 minutes - 8.99 MBThis is the final part of my conversation with Svetlana Klimova. Lana is a linguist from Russia now living in Spain. Her Masters Thesis was "English as a Lingua Franca on Social Media: The Case of Instagram." In this part of our conversation, we dig into the difference between Standard English and English as a Lingua Franca and talk about Emoji as another language. Follow Lana on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lana.a.klimova/ To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downlo...
[093] Discovering English as a Lingua Franca - My conversation with Svetlana Klimova, part 2
January 30, 2020 17:06 - 10 minutes - 8.81 MBThis is part two of my conversation with Svetlana Klimova, a Russian linguist now based in Spain. In this part of our conversation, Lana describes her journey from teaching in Sweden to working on her Masters degree in Spain where she discovered her passion for English as Lingua Franca. In part three, we talk about Emojis as another lingua franca. Follow Lana on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lana.a.klimova/ To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast ...
[092] A Linguist's Passion for Working Abroad - My conversation with Svetlana Klimova, part 1
January 22, 2020 21:46 - 11 minutes - 9.05 MBThis is part one of my conversation with Svetlana Klimova, a Russian linguist now based in Spain. Lana talks about immersing herself in the culture of other countries by working there and learning the local language. In part 2, we talk about ELF or English as a lingua franca. Follow Lana on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lana.a.klimova/ To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon com...
[091] Getting Started on YouTube - My conversation with Leo Todaro, part 2
January 10, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.97 MBThis is the second part of my conversation with Leo Todaro, a prolific Italian teacher, writer, blogger, and vlogger who teaches through his website and on YouTube at Italian with Leo. In this episode, Leo tells me how he learned to speak English and how he started his popular YouTube channel. Learn more about Leo at www.italianwithleo.com To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon communi...
[090] Sicilian Dialects, English & Danish - My conversation with Leo Todaro, part 1
December 30, 2019 16:27 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBThis is part one of my conversation with Leo Todaro, a passionate Italian teacher who moved from Gela, Sicily to Copenhagen, Denmark. It is there that he teaches at a language school and creates online learning materials that include a popular YouTube channel. Listening to Leo will help you understand a non-native English speaker from the Mediterranean area. Learn more about Leo at www.italianwithleo.com To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guide...
[089] Shorter Fences, Longer Tables - A conversation with Kirstin
December 17, 2019 20:59 - 11 minutes - 9.03 MBMy sister, Kirstin, and I talk about the pressure surrounding the holidays, making choices that are in line with our values, and the value of sharing a meal. Please leave your feedback and comments at https://www.conversationswithkate.net/listen-to-the-podcast/ To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/conversationswithkate. If you'd like access to t...
[088] Creative Ways to Teach Language - My conversation with María Garcia Ortega, part 2
November 19, 2019 20:49 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MBIn the second half of my conversation with María Ortega Garcia, she talks about her creative approach to teaching language. We talk more about poetry and end with walking and talking on the Camino de Santiago. Learn more at www.mariaortegagarcia.com To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/conversationswithkate. If you'd like access to this transcri...
[087] Using Poetry to Understand Language - My conversation with María Ortega Garcia, part 1
November 12, 2019 01:16 - 12 minutes - 9.98 MBIn this first part of my conversation with María Ortega Garcia, she shares about her upbringing in Burgos, Spain and why she is passionate about poetry when it comes to helping her students understand the structure behind a language. Learn more at www.mariaortegagarcia.com To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/conversationswithkate. If you'd like...
[086] Mindful Language Retreats - My conversation with Jessica Ruelle, part 2
October 24, 2019 17:52 - 12 minutes - 9.78 MBIn this second part of my conversation with Jessica Tefenkgi Ruelle, we talk about mindful language retreats. Jessica plans to lead retreats in Bali, Indonesia and Quebec, Canada in 2020. Learn more at www.frenchsunnyside.com. To get the most out of your listening, I recommend downloading the podcast lesson guides with transcripts. For immediate access, join my Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/conversationswithkate. If you'd like access to 2 free transcripts each month, pleas...
[085] Mindful Language Journaling for Self-discovery - My conversation with Jessica Ruelle, part 1
October 11, 2019 14:00 - 10 minutes - 8.6 MBMy guest is Jessica Tefenkgi Ruelle, the founder of French Sunnyside. In this first part of our conversation, Jessica talks about growing up in Brussels, Belgium and how she used journaling in English as a tool for self-discovery. Learn more at https://www.frenchsunnyside.com/ Do you have a question or suggestion? Use the contact form on my website conversationswithkate.net. Get podcast transcripts and lesson guides by joining my Patreon community at patreon.com/conversationswithkate or b...
[084] Climate Change Solutions We Can Implement Now - My conversation with Cara Leopold, part 2
September 13, 2019 20:57 - 11 minutes - 9.63 MBThis is the second half of my conversation with Cara Leopold about the Global Climate Strike and positive solutions to the crisis. We've put together some free resources on my blog at www.conversationswithkate.net/blog. Feel free to share them with your friends, families, and anyone else who would like to learn more and perhaps participate in the Global Climate Strike on September 20th and 27th. All of the podcast lesson guides and transcripts that I've created are available to my Patrons at...
[083] Conversing About Climate Change & Solutions - My conversation with Cara Leopold, part 1
September 07, 2019 04:00 - 16 minutes - 13.6 MBCara Leopold is back on the podcast to talk about Climate Change and positive solutions in advance of the Global Climate Strike on September 20 & 27. I recently received Cara's newsletter. In it, she wondered why no one is talking about the Climate Crisis. I invited her to have a conversation for the podcast. During our chat, we came up with quite a few solutions and resources. Links, Lesson Guides and Transcripts are available at www.conversationswithkate.net/blog
[082] Addiction, Sobriety and the Gift of Recovery - A conversation with Kirstin
August 30, 2019 16:27 - 19 minutes - 15.6 MBMy sister, Kirstin, is back on the podcast with a follow-up conversation about her recovery from alcoholism. This conversation follows episode [079]. Like all of the episodes Kirstin, this one is filled with hope, humility, and inspiration. You'll also hear many phrases and expressions that will help you understand and express yourself in English. If you or someone you know needs help with alcoholism, please visit aa.org to find resources and a group near you. To get the most out of your li...
[081] The Camino, a Meeting Place for the World - My conversation with Maria Seco, part 2
August 23, 2019 15:36 - 12 minutes - 9.99 MBIn this second part of my conversation with Maria Seco, we discuss two pilgrimage routes to Santiago that are just over 100 kilometers each and can be walked in a week. The Camino Inglés comes down from Ferrol in the north and the Camino Portugués comes up from Tui in the south. It is on this Portugués route that we met last October. I walked right through the town where Maria lives! If you'd like to join Maria's Spanish Immersion on the Camino Portugués next May, you can learn more at span...
[080] Walking the Camino Inglés - My conversation with Maria Seco, part 1
August 16, 2019 16:00 - 14 minutes - 12 MBMaria Seco lives on one of the pilgrimage routes to Santiago, Spain. This year she spent a week walking over 100 kilometers on the Camino Inglés with a small group of language learners. They all earned a Compostela or certificate of completion. In this episode, she describes the route from Ferrol to Santiago. Learn more at spanishforcamino.com Do you have a question or suggestion? Use the contact form on my website conversationswithkate.net. Get podcast transcripts and lesson guides by j...