Episodes

Join us as we speak with Juliet Park, a transformative leader in language education, about shifting away from dry grammar drills toward a more vibrant, practical approach. Discover how integrating pro...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Elsa Petit, a seasoned expert in language education and sociolinguistics, to explore the evolving landscape of language learning. Dr. Petit challenges the 'crisis...

In this high-energy episode of The Language Lab Podcast, host Will Marks sits down with Juliette Claro—a lecturer at St. Mary's University, Ofsted inspector, and co-founder of the Creativity and MFL S...

In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, host Will Marks shares a candid glimpse into the chaos of exam week. With papers piled high and the pressure mounting, he reflects on the challenges and re...

In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, we delve into the intersection of language education theory and classroom practice with Marie Massé, an expert consultant for MFL in Secondary Schools. Joi...

In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, join host Will Marks as he sits down with Jane Handley, owner and director of JLH Languages. With a rich background in language education across various se...

In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, we sit down with Dylan Viñales, a dedicated Spanish teacher and head of department at Garden International School in Malaysia. Join us as Dylan shares his ...

In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, we welcome Patty McGee, an esteemed National Literacy Consultant and author of 'Not Your Granny's Grammar.' Patty shares her journey as a literacy educator...

Is the German language a 'dying art' in UK schools? Not if Isla MacEachern has anything to say about it! In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, we sit down with the 2023 German Embassy Teacher o...

Are we doing enough to move beyond the "France and Croissants" narrative in our classrooms? In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, we sit down with educator and advocate Amy Lennon to discuss th...

Ever wondered what’s actually happening inside a student’s head during a listening exercise? In the second part of our deep dive with Dr. Kedi Simpson, we peel back the layers of auditory processing t...

Have you ever wondered what is really going on inside a student's head during a language listening task? In this season five finale, we are joined by Dr. Kedi Simpson, an Oxford-educated researcher an...

Join host Will Marks as he sits down with Clare Seccombe, the visionary behind Lightbulb Languages and a stalwart of primary language education with over three decades of experience. Clare shares her ...

How do we make language stick? In this episode of The Language Lab Podcast, we sit down with veteran educator Vincent Everett to explore his "language snowball" metaphor. Vincent explains how language...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to trade the rainy hills of Derbyshire for the sun-drenched Cayman Islands, or the high-altitude vibrant culture of Bogotá? In this episode, we sit down with lang...

Why do so many students disconnect from language learning just as they hit their teenage years? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Liam Printer, a seasoned international educator and host of the Mo...

In the season premiere of the Language Lab podcast, host Will Marks is joined by Dr. Andy Goldhawk, a lecturer at the University of the West of England, to discuss the nuances of effective professiona...

Join us for a reflective season finale with Silvia Bastow, Head of Languages, as she delves into her impactful two-decade journey in language education. From her early fascination with German in a com...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Hannah White, a dedicated language teacher and EAL lead in Bristol. Hannah shares her rich experience in language education, from coordinating internation...

Join us for an enlightening journey into the world of education with Tom Sherrington, acclaimed former headteacher, consultant, and author of the popular Walkthrough series. In this episode, Tom share...

Join us on "Beyond Bonjour, The Real KS2 Languages Curriculum" as host Will Marks welcomes Ellie Chettle Cully, a primary languages specialist and lead for French at Hazel Community Primary. Ellie sha...

Step into the vibrant world of language education with Declan Baharini of International Newcastle and primary teacher Sarah Edgar. Discover how their groundbreaking "Newcastle, Our World" program is t...

Join us for Part 2 of "Teaching in Colour" as we welcome Maud Waret, a French and Spanish teacher, curriculum developer, and passionate advocate for educational reform. Maud delves into her journey in...

In this insightful episode, "Pt 1 Decolonising the Curriculum: Who Gets to Tell the Story," guest Maud Waret, a seasoned French and Spanish teacher, explores the critical need to decolonize educationa...

Join Carmen Santos, Head of Languages at Queen Catherine Academy, in a compelling discussion about the vibrant challenges and immense rewards of teaching in a linguistically and culturally diverse cla...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Martin Lapworth, the brilliant mind behind groundbreaking EdTech tools like TaskMagic and Textivate. From his beginnings as a secondary language teacher to ...

Join host Will Marks as he sits down with veteran language educator Mr. Jonathan Mumford for a deeply insightful episode, "Whiteboards, Workload, and Why Teaching Still Matters." With 19 years of expe...

Step aboard the All Abroad Bus with Julia Vogado, an innovative project revolutionizing language and cultural education. Designed to bring immersive experiences directly to schools, this initiative le...

In this insightful episode of "Teaching Languages for Real Life," Ben Levi, the innovative mind behind The Language Sofa, critiques traditional language teaching methods, challenging the outdated Pres...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jane Driver, the dedicated Head Teacher of North Cambridge Academy, to explore her incredible journey in language education. From her early, self-professed ...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Ryan Smith, a language educator whose personal journey from a student in Peterborough to an advocate for innovative language learning methods is truly inspi...

Join us on "Rewriting the MFL Rulebook With Joy" as we welcome Esmeralda Salgado, a prominent figure in modern foreign languages (MFL) education. With over 25 years of experience, Esmeralda shares her...

Join Darren Paffey, MP for Southampton Itchen, as he shares his journey from academia to politics, driven by a deep-seated passion for languages. In this insightful conversation, Paffey, described as ...

Join us for a compelling conversation with seasoned language educator Steve Smith as he unpacks decades of experience in modern foreign language (MFL) teaching. Smith critiques the enduring reliance o...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Claire Cuminatto, Associate Professor at the University of East Anglia, as she discusses the evolving landscape of language education. Claire shares her exp...

Join us for a captivating conversation with Dr. Rebecca Mitchell, an affiliated lecturer at the University of Cambridge and the visionary behind National Linguistics Day. In this episode, Dr. Mitchell...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Crista Hazell, a prominent figure in language education, as she delves into her journey from traditional classroom teaching to becoming an educational consul...

Join us for an insightful episode where Lara Callow, an associate tutor, shares her transformative journey learning Spanish, highlighting the crucial role a supportive and relatable teacher played in ...

Dive into the future of education with Will Marks, as he hosts a thought-provoking discussion on "Ai, Engagement and LingoTeach.ai." This episode brings together trainee music teacher Isla McIntosh an...

Join us on "Pancakes, Playlists and AI" as we sit down with seasoned language educator Jerome Nogues to explore the dynamic landscape of language teaching. With over 20 years of experience, Jerome unp...

Join us on The Language Lab for a captivating conversation with Kate Clifton, the visionary founder of Kate Languages. Kate shares her deeply personal journey from experiencing severe burnout in tradi...

Join us on "EPI and MARS EARS" as host Will Marks welcomes Dr. Gianfranco Conti, the visionary behind Extensive Processing Instruction (EPI) and the Mars Ears framework. In this illuminating episode, ...

Join us for the inaugural episode of The Language Lab, "Technology in the MFL Classroom," where host Will Marks dives deep into the evolving role of technology in education. We kick off with John Mark...