English with Kirsty

I start this episode by running through the 4 events that I'm offering in March 2024. If you'd like to know more or you're interested in future events, check out the events section on https://www.englishwithkirsty.com I then go on to talk about my experiences of volunteering, 5 ways a voluntary role in another language can help you, and how not all volunteering roles are the same. They can be online or face-to-face, and there are many organisations that are looking for volunteers, so you’re sure tto find something related to your interests or a topic about which you feel passionate.How about you? do you have any experience with volunteering in another language? Is it something that you would like to explore?Find out more on the show notes page:https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode237/Send me an email if you have any questions or suggestions about the English with Kirsty podcast:podcast@englishwithkirsty.comor come and find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-wolf-a8478235/

Nick Nasev is a London-based accredited translator of Southern Slavic languages into English. He has also been an editor of and contributor to many award-winning books and journals about southeast Europe. But get this… his surname might not show it, but he’s actually a fourth-generation Aussie and also an expert in Australian culture and its own form of English, topics he also writes about. For almost 2 decades Nick has been working for many high-profile clients adapting their English copy and text for an Australian audience. And no, it’s not simply a case of just adding -ie to the end of every word.We talked about: Nick’s early introduction to languages and his multilingual upbringing Some differences between Australian English and British English plus Australian English accents Why it’s good to be like a child when you’re learning a language How Nick keeps his Australian English up-to-date Find out more on the show notes page:https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode236Send me an email if you have any questions or suggestions about the English with Kirsty podcast:podcast@englishwithkirsty.comor come and find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-wolf-a8478235/

Helen, Gwen, and Nicola, who are regular members at my monthly Wednesday evening events for general conversation, share why they come to the club, how it helps them with their English, and their message for anyone who would like to come along and join us!The club is for people who aren't looking for a course, but who would like to have an opportunity to speak English in a welcoming and friendly group.So, if you'd like to join us at the conversation club, you can sign up or find out more on the https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/conversationsFind out more on the show notes page:https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode235Send me an email if you have any questions or suggestions about the English with Kirsty podcast:podcast@englishwithkirsty.comor come and find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-wolf-a8478235/

Christine Konstantinidis from Erfolgreiches Sprachenlernen first featured on episode 62 of the podcast back in 2015.I invited her back because I saw that she is involved in a new project.Christine presents an exciting language-learning experience on her YouTube channel! Through the innovative combination of visual mind maps and short, engaging videos, she provides a fresh approach to mastering German vocabulary. Whether you’re starting out or brushing up on your German skills, Christine’s content caters to language enthusiasts of all levels.We talked about:* Christine’s work teaching German and her YouTube channel.* What are mind maps and how can they help you to learn?* How learners can be more proactive with a topic-based approach to learning.Find out more on the show notes page:https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode234Send me an email if you have any questions or feedback about English with Kirsty:podcast@englishwithkirsty.comor come and find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-wolf-a8478235/

Mónia lives in Portugal and is a freelance translator from German and English into European Portuguese. She’s now specializing in the literary translation field, after fifteen years of a solid background of translating in the technical field.She loves languages and is constantly seeking to improve her linguistic skills. She has learned French, Spanish, Russian, Dutch, and even Icelandic, for which she has a special affection, although she can barely remember a word now. She considers herself an introvert and struggles with speaking in public, but she does not let her fears and insecurities prevent her from having great experiences. She lives by her recent motto: ‘doing difficult things makes you grow’.We talked about:Mónia's work as a literary translator.How spending time living and working abroad can help you to develop your knowledge of another language and culture.The difference between what you learn when you study a language and what you need for everyday conversations.Mónia's advice for anyone who is starting out on their career journey and who wants to develop their language skills by working abroad.Find out more on the show notes page:https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode232

Do you enjoy podcasts?Would you like to know how to find the best ones for you and what you can do with them so that you improve all areas of your English, not just your passive listening?The first in my series of interactive workshops is about podcasts and how they can become an important part of your language learning journey! Date: Thursday 22nd February Time: 16:00 UK/Portugal Time (17:00 CET, 18:00 eET) Duration: 60 minutes Location: Zoom Price: £25 Find out more on the workshop’s web pagehttps://www.englishwithkirsty.com/podcast-workshopI work with multilingual professionals who want to develop their English, but these learning strategies will work if you’re learning other languages too.Let me know if you have any questions and I hope to see you there!Email: podcast@englishwithkirsty.com

Today I decided to do a short episode to ask you a question!We talk about increasing our vocabulary, but sometimes there are words about ourselves or our language skills that don't serve us. It would be better if we stopped using them.I give some examples of things that I often hear, or something that I want to stop saying in my Portuguese classes when the teacher asks me a question!Are there any words that you want to banish from your active vocabulary about yourself?

Alice MANSAUD is a French coach and podcaster whom I discovered through The Language Worker podcast.In France, Italy, Poland, Spain...Alice has always cherished international encounters and experiences, so much she decided to teach her native language, French to non-French speakers! Through her own journey in learning languages and expatriation, she explored the power of the brain and life challenges, which led her to create her own method. With "Moi-même en français", she helps non-French speakers to learn and absorb French in order to be(come) themselves in French. We talked about:* The importance of being and becoming yourself in another language.* Alice's podcast, the different kinds of episodes that she produces, and how listening to podcasts can help us to learn other languages.* The need to find new challenges as intermediate language learners.Alice's newsletter for people who are learning French.Finding our own way as language learners and identifying the strategies that will be most useful for us.Our take-away at the end - be open and curious to try new things that will take your language learning adventure to the next level!Find out more on the episode's page: | https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode230/

Today I decided to do a short episode to tell you about my conversation club and how it can help you to improve your English.The most popular solo episode in 2023 was about improving your active language skils and I know that sometimes it's hard to find ways to do that. So in this episode you'll find out what the club is, who it's for, what we do, and how it can help you! You can sign up or find out more on the club's pagehttps://www.englishwithkirsty.com/conversationsSend me a message if you have any questions or you'd like to know more:podcast@englishwithkirsty.com

Today I'm talking about the different ways in which friends can help us to practise our language skills. I share some ideas from my own experience - not all language exchanges have to look the same. There are different ways in which we can learn from those around us and it doesn't have to involve using your first language at all.These tips work for any language. I talked about German, Romanian, and Portuguese.I know many people here are learning English. My ideas are great if you know people or you have friends with whom you can practise English. If not, come and join us at the conversation club, you can sign up or find out more on the club's page:https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/conversationsFind out more on the show notes page:https://www.englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode228And let me know your experiences when it comes to learning with others.If you have any questions, suggestions, or any language experiences that you'd like to share, you can write to podcast@englishwithkirsty.com or look for me, Kirsty Wolf, on LinkedIn.