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

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.  

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.