Welcome to the Pilot Episode of Teach & Tell – EFL Edition, the podcast where English teachers spill the tea on classroom chaos, cultural blunders, and the beautiful unpredictability of teaching English as a foreign language.
In this very first episode, your hosts — Daniela (The Deserter), Aline (The Blunderer), and Francisco (The Storyteller) — open up about how they fell into EFL teaching… and why they stayed. From unconventional educational paths to surprise career pivots, this trio brings nearly 90 years of combined teaching experience to the table (and a few grey hairs to prove it!).
🎧 What you’ll hear in this episode:
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Our origin stories: From arts and economics to language classrooms around the globe
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The joys and challenges of teaching kids, teens, adults — and everything in between
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How tech has changed the classroom (and why we’re not always fans!)
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Why understanding learning styles actually matters
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Our funniest cultural misunderstandings (yes, gestures mean different things!)
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Honest reflections on the privilege and complexity of teaching English
This episode is a love letter to teachers who took the scenic route, to those who’ve ever questioned their path, and to everyone trying to engage students in a world full of distractions. Expect laughter, a few rants, lots of real talk — and the beginning of something truly special.
💌 Want to be part of the show?
We’re looking for guests and stories from teachers around the world!
👉 Visit www.teachandtellpodcast.com
📸 Follow the chaos on Instagram: @teachandtellpodcast
New episodes every week — because the staffroom stories deserve to be heard.
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