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Writing and Me, Hamida Khoder

2021-06-2001:56

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 Writing and Me To complete our Refugee Week 2021 program, we hear Hamida Khoder talking about when she first started writing short stories and what inspires her to write.

My Pecan Pie Future

2021-06-1906:47

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 My Pecan Pie Future Mounira, a past learner at the Enfield Centre, talks about her baking skills, how she started baking and what she hopes to do in the future.

Memories of Enfield & My Future (Tarek)

2021-06-1805:45

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 Memories of Enfield & My Future: Tarek In this episode, we hear from Tarek, a past student at the Enfield Centre, part of Leeds City College. Tarek talks about his progression at Enfield and why it was important for him to learn English. He also shares his good news of graduating from Bradford University and offers advice to other learners.

Memories of Enfield & My Future (Ousmane)

2021-06-1804:45

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 Memories of Enfield & My Future: Ousmane In this episode, we hear from Ousmane, a past ESOL student at the Enfield Centre, part of Leeds City College. Ousmane talks about what he did before coming to the Enfield Centre and the special memories he has from studying there. He also explains how his mentoring experience helped to change perceptions of refugees and he tells us about his future plans to become a politician in his home country.

Memories of Enfield & My Future (Aram - part 2)

2021-06-1708:44

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 Memories of Enfield & My Future: Aram (part 2) This is part 2 where Aram shares memories of studying at the Enfield Centre. Aram also talks about what he went on to do when he left the Enfield Centre.

Memories of Enfield & My Future (Aram - part 1)

2021-06-1707:13

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 Memories of Enfield & My Future: Aram (part 1) In this episode, we hear from Aram, a past student at the Enfield Centre, part of Leeds City College. Aram tells us about the first time he came to study at the college and how he felt going to enrol and starting a new class.

A Conversation Between Friends: what community means to me

2021-06-1610:54

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 Halaih, Ivone and Manel, Entry 2 learners at the Enfield Centre, discuss their experiences in the UK and what role their community and neighbourhood play in their lives. "In our culture...if we want to find another home, first we have to find our neighbour before the home. Find the neighbour before the home." Halaih "In our country, we have a special relationship with our neighbours." Manel "In our country, we stay at home with family, neighbours don't mix...they are very reserved." Ivone

We Cannot Walk Alone, Hamida Khoder

2021-06-1508:30

REFUGEE WEEK 2021 A short story written by Hamida Khoder. Hamida won this year's ilearn creative writing short story competition at college for her poignant story called Nora and The War, and was invited to write a new story to read aloud on Radio ESOL for Refugee Week 2021. "I am really proud because I'm a refugee. My way wasn’t easy. I worked hard, I cried. I felt scared, but I didn’t give up. I don't think I am alone. I found kind people like my family who supported me and stayed with me and helped me to arrive here today."

New year, new student!

2026-01-0703:10

This episode is part of a classroom resource series, written and recorded by ESOL teachers at Leeds City College. In this episode, two students talk about their New Year's resolutions.

Christmas traditions [in the UK]

2025-12-1015:41

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

Single parenting

2025-12-0304:01

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.

At the post office [asking for help]

2025-11-2603:22

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.

What's your nationality?

2025-11-1901:20

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.

Organising a charity event

2025-11-1203:04

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.

Opening a bank account

2025-11-0504:06

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.

Returning a jumper

2025-10-1501:59

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.

Bedtime routine [for a good night's sleep]

2025-10-0805:25

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.

Radio ESOL this year [an overview]

2025-05-2117:14

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.

At the bus stop [advanced]

2025-05-1404:56

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.

At the bus stop [beginner]

2025-05-0702:49

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.

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