The English for Change Podcast

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The English for Change podcast is here to inspire and motivate English learners everywhere to use your voice in English to make positive change to improve your life and the world for the better. Hosted by Ruth Whittle, English language teacher and founder of English for Change, each episode will explore ways you can improve your English and your life and use your voice in English to speak about important global issues. If you are an ambitious English learner that needs to improve your English communication skills so you can achieve your dreams and goals, this podcast will provide you with the knowledge and tools to help you build a confident voice in English and talk about causes and issues that matter to you.

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E30. English news review - Vocabulary on women's rights & the Iran protests

Oct 07 2022 10 mins  
Come join this advanced English discussion where I discuss the ongoing protests in Iran following the death of young woman Mahsa Amini in police custody. In this episode, I will discuss:a short summary of the current situation in Iran3 recent news headlines covering this topic7 English vocabulary featured in the news headlines to talk about women’s rights and protestsMentioned in

E29. Let's talk about the Queen of England: my opinion as an Irish person - advanced English discussion

Sep 22 2022 17 mins  
Come join this advanced English discussion where I discuss the recent death of the Queen of England.In this episode, you will:learn 7 English expressions to talk about the Queen hear about the Queen's legacy and the history of Ireland and the UK.hear my opinion on the death of the Queen of England and what I think of the British royal familyYou can watch the video version of this p

E28. How to talk about education in English

Sep 09 2022 18 mins  
This week I explore the topic of education and ask the question: What would the world be like if everyone had access to a good education?In the episode I discuss:3 useful English expressions used in an infographic on educationa video on one of the world’s best education systemsa video on how schools kill children’s creativityYou can download this free pdf with a summary of all

E27. Working in English as a podcaster in human rights - with Amélie Tagu

Aug 25 2022 31 mins  
Working as a podcaster in human rights, living in Brussels, learning English abroad…Just some of the topics I discussed with this week’s guest, the wonderful Amélie Tagu, a Communications Officer based in Brussels, Belgium.Amélie is originally from Rennes, in France. Like most French children, she learnt English at school. But she really discovered the language by traveling,

E26. How to boost your English fluency through self-study (+ free study guide pdf)

Aug 08 2022 23 mins  
This week, I am sharing my top tips and strategies to achieve greater English fluency through self-study.In the episode I discuss:how to make progress with your English even when you are feeling stuck and demotivatedtechniques you can use to learn English efficiently and effectively2 authentic sources to practise your English skills on: 1. the topic of health including an article d

E25. Working in English as a health & wellbeing strategist with Sandra Lindholm

Jul 21 2022 38 mins  
Working in English as a coach, wellbeing and perfectionism…Just some of the topics I discussed with this week’s guest, the wonderful Sandra Lindholm, a Health and Wellbeing Strategist based in beautiful Finland (the happiest country in the world 5 years in a row).Sandra is married and together with her husband has 3 children under 12. She is a nurse and a trained coach, but dec

E24. Let's talk about a controversial travel practice

Jul 08 2022 26 mins  
This week I explore the topic of travel and the controversial billion dollar form of travel called ‘volunteer tourism’ which raises questions in relation to racism, colonialism and even narcissism.This topic was discussed in a group discussion class last month in my membership for English learners, the English Changemaker Club and the members enjoyed exploring this popular type

E23. How to master English without living in an English speaking country with Katrien Schiepers

Jun 23 2022 47 mins  
Mastering a language, academic English and living in Belgium...Just some of the topics I discussed with this week’s guest, the wonderful Katrien Schiepers, a language teacher based in Leuven, Belgium.Even though we live in the same country of Belgium - Katrien in the Flemish Dutch part and me in the French speaking part, we actually met online. We are both Patreon supporters of Y

E22. How to have a fascinating conversation about food in English

Jun 08 2022 30 mins  
This week, I explore the topic of food, one of my favourite topics of conversation that works in every social situation. From my experience, working with hundreds of English students around the world, food is a topic we can all talk about and we all have something different to share, whether it is an unusual food we have tasted, a family recipe or cultural practice around food. Foo

E21: Online Entrepreneurship & Empathetic Communication with Katharina Dello

May 20 2022 36 mins  
Online business, parenting, empathetic communication...Just some of the topics I discussed with this week’s guest, the wonderful Katharina Dello. Katharina is from Ukraine, has lived in Russia and currently lives in Germany. She trained as an economist and journalist and has recently published an online course "Master the secrets of effective communication with your kids" in Engl