#7 Teacher Interview - Pronunciation With Emma

06/05/19 • 59 min

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In this podcast, I talk with Emma, a fellow online English teacher.
We discuss the difficulties of learning languages, pronunciation problems, embarrassing moments and more!
You can see what Emma's up to on her website and social media.
Her Website
Facebook
Youtube
Instagram
Resources
Pronunciation in Use Book by Mark Hancock
My Phrasal Verbs & Expressions Online Courses

The Podcast
2:10: Emma's introduction & history as a teacher
9:28: Why did you choose to teach?
16:33: My history
17:38: English accents
26:01: Learning foreign languages
29:31: What would you learn if you had more time?
34:55: Embarrassing language stories
48:26: Tips for English learners
54:29: Language resources
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06/05/19 • 59 min

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The Level Up English Podcast - #7 Teacher Interview - Pronunciation With Emma

Transcript Summary

In this episode titled "#7 Teacher Interview - Pronunciation With Emma," Michael interviews Emma, a pronunciation specialist with a popular online presence. They delve into the world of marketing and its manipulative tactics, exploring Emma's interest in analyzing advertising and sales funnels. The conversation highlights the importance of marketing and attracting attention. Emma shares her journey from studying linguistics to becoming an English teacher, discussing her challenges in finding teaching positions. Both Emma and Michael emphasize the significance of confidence and motivation in language learning, offering advice to focus on personal progress rather than comparing oneself to others. Emma recommends the book "English Pronunciation in Use" by Mark Hancock as a valuable resource. The episode concludes with Michael thanking Emma for being his first guest and inviting listeners to submit questions for future episodes. Throughout the conversation, they share their experiences with language learning, including their favorite accents and struggles with certain sounds. This engaging episode provides valuable insights into pronunciation, marketing, and personal journeys, making it a must-listen for language enthusiasts and learners seeking inspiration.

Transcript

Michael00:00:03.120

Hello and welcome to the English with

Michael00:00:06.750

Michael Podcast, the best place to come to study English as a second language as well as to practice the British accent with me, Michael Lavers as your teacher.

Michael00:00:20.690

Hello English learners and welcome back to episode seven of the English with Michael podcast. It's great to be back with you here again on another We

#7 Teacher Interview - Pronunciation With Emma Top Questions Answered

How did Emma and Michael pursue their passions after leaving jobs they hated?

Emma and Michael share their experiences of leaving jobs they hated and pursuing their passions.

What are Emma and Michael's favorite English accents?

Emma and Michael discuss their favorite English accents, with both agreeing that the South African accent is their favorite.

What languages did Emma learn and speak?

Emma talks about her experiences learning and speaking different languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Catalan, and sign language.

What languages is Michael studying?

Michael shares his experiences learning Japanese and currently studying Chinese, as he is attracted to learning difficult languages.

What book does Emma recommend for improving pronunciation?

Emma recommends the book "English Pronunciation in Use" by Mark Hancock for improving pronunciation.

Where can I find Emma's pronunciation lessons and tips?

Emma runs a YouTube channel and social media accounts called "Pronunciation with Emma" where she provides pronunciation lessons and tips.

What challenges did Emma face while teaching English abroad?

Emma discusses the difficulties of finding teaching opportunities and the personal challenges she faced while teaching English abroad.

What does Emma plan to create to help more people with pronunciation?

Emma plans to create a course to help more people with pronunciation.

How did Emma start teaching English and what led her to Bristol?

Emma explains how she started teaching English abroad and eventually moved to Bristol.

How can I submit questions for future podcast episodes?

Michael invites listeners to submit questions for future podcast episodes on his website.

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