Radio ESOL

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.

This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.

In this episode, we hear two frustrated bus passengers who strike up conversation while waiting for a bus. Listen as they cover topics like bus delays, roadworks and the usual British tendency to discuss the weather.

This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.

In this episode, we hear Aisha complaining to her neighbour, Angela, about the noise she makes.

This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.

In this episode, we hear two friends, Salma and Sandra, talking about their hobbies.

This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.

In this episode, Mark demonstrates what NOT to say in a job interview.

This episode is part of a new classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College.

In this episode, Mark is at a job interview for a hotel receptionist.