The Article Reading Club Podcast

In this podcast episode, Tommy and I delve into Sustainable Development Goal 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and quality education for all and promoting lifelong learning. We explore the targets and indicators set by the United Nations, covering topics such as proficiency in reading and mathematics, early childhood development, access to further education, ICT skills, disparities in educational access, universal literacy and numeracy, education on sustainable development, inclusive and safe schools, scholarships for developing countries, and the supply of qualified teachers. Gain insights into global education data and the progress toward achieving these goals by 2030. Tune in to stay informed and engaged in the pursuit of quality education worldwide. #SDG4 #EducationForAll #GlobalGoals By the way, follow this incredible teacher here @tommybradfordsenglishschool

I am so happy and excited to tell you that I finally met Inés. 🧠🥳 Although we couldn't make it face-to-face, for now, we could have a wonderful chat online. In this episode, we didn´t speak or discuss a particular article. On the contrary, Inés tells us about her experience working as a young activist for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and why she decided to take action at such a young age. This inspiring woman also tells us about her initial steps and experiences as an activist, and what projects or initiatives she is currently involved in to promote the SDGs and empower youth to take action. Come on, hit the play button! You won´t regret it! Inés and I had a great moment and I assure you that after this episode you won´t think the same about the importance of the SDGs and the fact that it is never too late and you can do something NOW!

Is it possible to end poverty by the end of 2030? In this episode, I have the pleasure to speak with Tommy Bradford, an English Teacher from the UK, currently living in Germany. Together, we explore the article "Still a Big Step Toward “No Poverty" written by Thuận Sarzynski. Based on this article, we discuss the major challenges that need to be addressed to further reduce poverty and hunger by 2030. In addition, we talk about the importance of education, particularly ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching, which can play a role in supporting the SDGs and promoting poverty reduction in different countries. Finally, Tommy gives us his perspective on how he has seen international cooperation impact these challenges positively.

This is a special episode for me because Charlie is a great friend of mine, I have always admired him and his creativity, and having him in this podcast has been very important. I know how hard he has worked to consolidate his brand in the Costa Rica market and he is definitely seeing the results. In this episode, Charlie tells us about his experience as an entrepreneur and fashion designer. He explains to us how his brand meets sustainable goals and the challenges he and his partner have dealt with when creating a fashion brand aligned with sustainability. We also discuss the Global Plastics Treaty and the importance of managing plastic efficiently and correctly in the fashion industry. The Global Plastics Treaty aims to reduce plastic pollution significantly. He gives us some examples of how designers could take advantage of several pieces made of plastic that people don´t think about it. You will be surprised as much as I was! :) You can follow his brand on Instagram as @ignisthemovement

This episode holds a special place in my heart; it's one of my absolute favorites. The reason is, it delves into a subject I'm deeply passionate about: turtles. Throughout our conversation, Caro enlightens us with a wealth of captivating and essential information about these fascinating creatures. What truly makes this episode remarkable is our focus on two Sustainable Development Goals: Life Below Water (SDG#14) and Climate Change (SDG#13). We draw insights from the thought-provoking article "Sea Turtles: Promises and Threats" by CITES, allowing us to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the challenges turtles face in their environment. In particular, Caro vividly illustrates the various threats and dangers that turtles encounter in their natural habitat in Costa Rica. It's both eye-opening and disheartening to learn about these challenges, but it also emphasizes the pressing need for action and conservation efforts. For those with a shared interest in biodiversity, nature, and animals, this episode is an absolute treasure trove.

In this episode, Jose and I go deeper into the article "The Role of Mental Health in Global Sustainable Development" by Garen Staglin. Jose opens up and tells us all the situations he faced while dealing with depression. We also discuss the importance of mental health and therapy in our lives and all contexts. Jose gives us some tips and strategies to overcome difficult situations in life and be resilient.

In this episode, I tell you more about the SDGs, facts that you may find interesting, as well as the most relevant information you need to know about each goal and the steps you should follow to achieve the SDGs as a single human being.

I´m very excited to tell you that with this episode we start the second season of this wonderful podcast! Isn´t amazing?  Have you heard about the Sustainable Development Goals? In this episode, I introduce the SDGs and talk about the importance of taking action and making sure together we can do things to achieve them by the end of 2030.  I tell you about my experience exploring a little bit more about this remarkable and impactful topic!

In this conversation, Chris and I discuss the strategies John Gallagher mentions in his article "How to Learn a Language (and Stick at it)" to learn the language and stick to it. We speak about identifying specific language-learning goals and methods that work for each individual. Chris advises setting achievable, short-term goals to give a sense of achievement and motivation, rather than focusing on achieving fluency in the long run. We also discuss online language-learning platforms, their importance of them, and how to use them correctly.

Is it fair to judge a person's intelligence, credibility, or cultural background based on their accent or language proficiency? In this episode, Marcin tells us about his experiences when using English as a second language, his process when learning English, and his thoughts about the article "Please Know This Before You Comment on My Accent" by Anna I. Smith.

I had amazing guests for this episode! Some of my students for the Article Reading Club helped me record this podcast and focused our discussion on the article "The Habits Of Unproductive People You Don’t Want To Copy" by Darius Foroux. It was absolutely incredible to record this episode with them. We could share strategies to be productive and avoid doing what the author mentions in his article.

What an interesting conversation I had with Nora! In this episode, we go deeply into the article "We need to kick our success addiction" by Arthur C. Brooks. Nora tells us about the way she sees success and provides us with some pieces of advice for a more balanced approach to life that prioritizes well-being and relationships.

This is a special episode. Fo this time, I invited a dear friend to talk about ambivalence and the situations she is dealing with right now in her life. We explore the article "The Fence is Uncomfortable, but it affords the best view" by Iris Schneider. Ana Lu gave us in this episode, many different examples of how ambivalence has become her a stronger and more determined person. Her experiences with feeling ambivalence and multiple pieces of advice will help you overcome this mix of feelings and see it as something positive for your life. 

In this opportunity, Alexandra and I talk about the article "Through the eyes of another" by Heidi Maibom. We speak about empathy, the way we behave, and how this affects the perception we have about others. We also explore the concept of perspective-taking by speaking about our personal experiences. Don´t miss listening to this episode!

In this episode, we discuss the article "How to change your self-limiting beliefs" by Rebecca Roache. The guest of this episode, Alina, from Romania, shares with us, how she has worked and improved the way she thinks about herself, and the significant impact she does on kids and teens when teaching them English. She provides valuable tips to transform our mindset and stop having negative and limiting beliefs.

Wow! What an amazing episode! Stephanie and I had a wonderful conversation about the article "Allow error into your life and experience the joy of surprise." by Leyla Loued-Khenissi. We focused on our experiences, and how making errors has helped us to achieve our goals and be where we are now. Stephanie also shares some tips to live the learning process more relaxed and fun.

I had an incredible chat with Rose. We develop a conversation based on the article "Go on, admit it. You’re multitasking. Here’s how to do it better" by Virginia Clinton-Lisell. In this episode we discussed multitasking and how it affects people's productivity. This amazing teacher shares her experiences with this matter and provides us with different strategies to avoid this activity. 

In this episode, Alexandra and I discuss the article "Why we procrastinate on the tiniest of tasks" by Mark Johanson. We focus on procrastination, what it is, and the fact that it is almost impossible to stop procrastinating. However, we advise you to stop procrastinating on tiny things, especially when it comes to learning and practicing English.

In this episode podcast, Roberto and I discuss an opinion piece by Ching Ching Tan, "Spielberg’s West Side Story shows us the value of multilingualism." The article centers on the use of the term "nonnative speaker" and argues for a more respectful alternative. Tan suggests that using the term "nonnative speaker" is demeaning and invalidating and instead proposes using "English learner" or "multilingual speaker" as a more appropriate description. The article argues that the current term perpetuates the idea of English as the norm and doesn't reflect the speaker's identity.

Are you curious about what makes a job truly satisfying? In this podcast, Jose and I explore this question by discussing the compelling article "There are 6 types of workers, this study says. Which one are you?" by Charlotte Edmond which is about the changing definition of a 'good job.' We delve into how the traditional concept of an 'average worker' is becoming irrelevant in today's dynamic workforce, and how companies are starting to better understand and cater to different employee categories. With the current trend of the Great Resignation, it's more important than ever for companies to recruit and retain employees effectively. We share insights and examples from the article and real-life experiences to help shed light on this timely topic.