PoducateMe (The ESL Podcast)

PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every Tuesday, diving into diverse topics and featuring guest interviews that share knowledge and culture. Then on Thursdays, we shift gears to help you digest it all—breaking down key vocabulary, expressions, and comprehension questions based on Tuesday’s episode. Whether you’re studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world topics. Get ready to laugh, learn, and listen in, one episode at a time!

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Episodes

Thursday Dec 25, 2025

Welcome to our Language Lab episode! Here, we break down key vocabulary and expressions we used in our previous episode. Don’t forget to check the worksheet here:
 
Language Lab Worksheet: The Christmas Episode: Jingle All the Way!
 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Tuesday Dec 23, 2025

Join us for our coziest episode of the year! We unwrap our favourite Christmas traditions and exchange gifts — with reactions that are 50% heartfelt and 50% “wait… what?!”
Thank you to all of our listeners for a language-loving filled year! We will be back with some fresh new episodes on January 20th. 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Thursday Dec 18, 2025

Welcome to our Language Lab episode! Here, we break down key vocabulary and expressions we used in our previous episode. Don’t forget to check the worksheet here:
 
👉Language Lab Worksheet: Busting our Tooth and Eye Myths with Rina!
 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Tuesday Dec 16, 2025

Think flossing before your dentist appointment fools them? Or that squinting counts as an eye exam? Our special guest Rina is here to debunk all our favourite tooth and eye misconceptions.
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Thursday Dec 11, 2025


Welcome to our Language Lab episode! Here, we break down key vocabulary and expressions we used in our previous episode. Don’t forget to check the worksheet here:
Language Lab Worksheet: Between the Lines (of our favourite books) 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

We spill the tea on our favourite reads, genres we can’t get enough of, and the ones that make us literally fall asleep mid-page. From thrillers to self-help and everything in between — it’s a cozy chat for bookworms and reluctant readers alike.
Here's a good website for adapted books 👉 https://adapted-english-books.site
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Thursday Dec 04, 2025

Welcome to our Language Lab episode! Here, we break down key vocabulary and expressions we used in our previous episode. Don’t forget to check the worksheet here:
 
Language Lab Worksheet: Wait…Can I Say That? Your Guide to Political Correctness
 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Tuesday Dec 02, 2025

We are diving into the wonderfully confusing world of political correctness! Where words matter, context counts, and everyone is just trying their best. We unpack those tricky PC terms we bump into, figure out when to use them, and share a few “wait… you can’t say that?” moments along the way.
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Thursday Nov 27, 2025

Welcome to our Language Lab episode! Here, we break down key vocabulary and expressions we used in our previous episode. Don’t forget to check the worksheet here:
 
Language Lab Worksheet: Housing in Toronto with Val
 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

Tuesday Nov 25, 2025

In this episode, we chat with a guest who knows the ups, downs, and elevators of Toronto condo living. From outrageous prices to shared gyms and mysterious neighbors — we’re peeling back the curtain on what it’s really like to own (or dream of owning) a piece of the Toronto skyline.
Connect with Val on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/val-khomenko-cm
More on condominiums: https://www.condoauthorityontario.ca
More on the condominium management profession: https://www.cmrao.ca/ 
PoducateMe (the ESL podcast) is your go-to listening companion for learning English in a fun, meaningful, and practical way. Hosted by two seasoned ESL educators, Helen and Hannah, this twice-weekly podcast brings real conversations to life every week. Whether you're studying for a language exam or just looking to improve your everyday English, PoducateMe keeps it light, relatable, and focused on real-world use. Tune in for a dose of language and learning, one episode at a time!

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