SLV | Episode 24 | Moving cities; Drinking coffee; and What is ESL?

14/01/2025 27 min
SLV | Episode 24 | Moving cities; Drinking coffee; and What is ESL?

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In Episode 24 of the Language Vlog Podcast, we look at change and exploring what drives people to move jobs, cities, or even countries, especially as expats. The episode reflects on the challenges of transitioning to new environments and discusses thought-provoking questions like "What if?" and "How would I do it?" We also review the 2024 Beijing Cafe Show, showcasing China's growing coffee industry and its global connections.  Additionally, the episode introduces the world of teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), emphasizing the value of CELTA certification and the growing opportunities in online teaching.  Wrapping up, we also discuss the free Chinese Course by Email, designed for busy learners seeking a quick, impactful introduction to Mandarin.  This episode offers a mix of personal reflection, practical advice, and language learning resources for listeners navigating life abroad.   Chinese Course by Email: https://sendfox.com/lp/1kr46y   Transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-sDW4HyeAH9PssJp8kE6XWQduAHOXj7n?usp=sharing   Keep in touch! Join our newsletter! https://sendfox.com/stevenslanguagevlog   Enjoying what you hear? Buy me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/stevenslanguagevlog   Time stamps:  00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:29 Podcast Overview and Purpose 03:10 Challenges of Producing Content 04:18 Discussion on Moving and Changing Jobs 12:06 The Cafe Show 2024 Experience 18:09 Exploring ESL and CELTA 24:02 Chinese Course by Email 26:34 Conclusion and Contact Information

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