Chinwag Tuesdays

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I sit down with Tom, an English teacher from Melbourne and the founder of Ace Language Academy. Tom shares his inspiring journey from working in banking and travelling the world to discovering his passion for teaching English. He talks about how his experiences living abroad and learning new languages shaped his teaching philosophy, and how he now helps student...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Sukhi, a British English teacher who brings a unique approach to language learning by combining mindfulness, breathwork, and even yoga into his lessons. Sukhi shares his journey from teaching in schools to working independently and how mindfulness can help English learners build confidence, overcome self-doubt, and communicate more effectively. 🔑 K...

In the exciting first episode of Season 2 of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Dan from BritSpeak, a British English teacher living in Japan. Dan shares his journey from Sheffield to Japan, his passion for teaching British slang and culture, and the challenges of navigating life in a foreign country. We also explore the quirky differences between British and Australian English, with plenty of laughs a...

In this exciting 33rd episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with @NEOEnglishwithPam an Aussie who has been living in Japan for 16 years. Pam shares her journey from Brisbane to Japan, her experiences running a chain of English schools, and the cultural contrasts she’s encountered living abroad. We discuss her approach to teaching advanced spoken English and how she’s raising her son to be a “citizen...

In the latest episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Matt, known as @ozziemcguire on social media, a Melbourne-born English teacher who has made waves with his entertaining and educational content. Matt shares his journey from launching his social media presence on Chinese platforms to growing his audience across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube by teaching Aussie slang and helping English learner...

In the 31st episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Clifton @ cliftonshipway , an Aussie who has been living in India for the past 21 years and has truly made it his home. We explore his absolutely incredible, almost unbelievable story, from his family's deep connections to India to Clifton’s work with his family’s NGO, and how he’s embraced a life filled with unique experiences in India’s rural...

In this special 30th episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Max from @EnglishwithMax , an English teacher from Australia. Max shares her fascinating journey of teaching English as a foreign language for over 10 years, how she started her successful YouTube channel English with Max, and her transition from studying her Masters of Interpreting to full-time teaching. We also explore the challenges...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Anna, an English teacher from Australia who has been living in Munich, Germany, for over 10 years. We explore her experiences adjusting to life abroad, navigating cultural differences, and teaching English to teachers in Germany. Anna shares insightful stories from her journey, from Cairns to Melbourne and now Munich, and how she built her career in...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Shiloh, a New Zealand ESL teacher living in Portugal. We explore the fascinating (and also funny) differences between Australian and Kiwi English, exploring pronunciation, vocab, and common misconceptions. Shiloh also shares her journey from growing up in Auckland to living abroad in Australia, France, and now Portugal, with plenty of fun stories al...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays , I chat with Rovie, a social media star from the Philippines who’s been living in Australia for 8 years. Known as ‘The Mommy Roves’ on Instagram, Rovie shares her unique and funny experiences of understanding the Aussie accent, navigating cultural differences, and building a massive online following by documenting her life in Australia. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌍 Ad...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Daniela, a Chilean yoga and manifestation expert who has been living in Australia for over five years. Daniela shares her incredible journey from working in corporate Chile to following her heart and building a career she’s passionate about in Australia. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌍 Journey to Australia: Daniela’s story of leaving the corporate world in Ch...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Jem, a fellow Aussie English teacher who traded the small town of Alora, Queensland, for the vibrant culture of Spain. Jem shares her journey from living in a town of fewer than 2,000 people to moving abroad, teaching English, and adapting to life in Europe. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌍 Small-Town Beginnings: Jem’s journey from rural Queensland to teaching...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Mohit, an inspiring individual from India who now calls Adelaide home. Mohit is on a mission to educate migrants and international students about the power of reading and LinkedIn writing. Having read 103 out of his goal of 150 books and learning from the journeys of 78 out of 500 migrants, Mohit’s story is one of personal growth, resilience, and de...

**TW: Mention of su1cide in this episode** In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I sit down with Fernanda, a counsellor and somatic therapist originally from Brazil, now living and practising in Sydney. Fernanda shares her unique journey from a small town in São Paulo to becoming a trusted mental health professional in Australia, where she specialises in supporting international students and immigr...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I sit down with Charlene, an experienced immigration agent based in Melbourne. Charlene shares her personal journey from Singapore to Australia and how she transitioned from a career in technology marketing to becoming an immigration agent. Now a key figure in her family’s migration business, Charlene offers invaluable advice to those navigating the complexitie...

In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Lewis from  @englishwithlewis a British ESL teacher who has made Brussels, Belgium, his home. From his early days in Leeds, England, to teaching English across multiple countries, Lewis shares his fascinating journey of language, culture, and adaptability. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌍 From Leeds to Brussels: Discover Lewis's journey from England to Belgium...

Join me in this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays as I chat with Daksh from @smartmigrant  , an inspiring individual from Delhi, India, who has made Australia his home. Daksh shares his journey from being an international student in Melbourne and Tasmania to securing permanent residency and becoming an accountant at a hospital in Hobart. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🏫 Student Life in Australia: Discover Daksh's...

Welcome to another episode of Chinwag Tuesdays! In this episode, I sit down with Pan, a Sri Lankan expat who has made Australia his home. Pan shares his inspiring journey from moving to Australia in 2015 as a wide-eyed migrant to becoming a successful career and mindset coach with his company, Elevar Career Coaching. ✨ Key Highlights: 🌏 Pan's Dream Move: How his love for cricket inspired him to...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Chinwag Tuesdays! 🎉 In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Michele from @IntrepidItalian , an Aussie who has been living in the UK for the past decade. Michele shares her incredible journey from Melbourne, Australia to Rome, Italy, and eventually to London, UK. 🌏 As a passionate teacher of Italian as a second language, Michele discusses the cu...

Join me in this insightful episode of Chinwag Tuesdays as I explore the vibrant life and impactful mission of Andy, an Aussie who has made North India his home. Founder of "Aussie Bhai," Andy is dedicated to helping Indian students navigate the cultural and practical challenges of moving to and living in Australia. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌏 Aussie in India: Discover Andy’s journey from Melbourne to No...

Join me in this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays as I chat with Ellie, a fascinating figure who has melded her passions for opera and language into a unique career. After growing up in Australia, Ellie now resides in Serbia, where she has transitioned from an opera singer to an expert accent reduction coach, specialising in helping others master the American accent. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🎶 From Opera to...

Join me, Amanda, in this special episode of Chinwag Tuesdays as I catch up with someone who I've known since I was 8 years old! Bonnie Hancock, a phenomenal adventurer and two-time world record holder who circumnavigated Australia on a surf ski. From humble beginnings in the small town of Sawtell, NSW, to setting staggering global records, Bonnie's journey is nothing short of awe-inspiring. 🔑 Key...

Join me in this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays as I, Amanda, chat with another wonderful Amanda from Perth! An ESL teacher with a fascinating journey, Amanda specialises in teaching English to Italian speakers, blending cultures and languages to create enriching learning experiences. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🇮🇹🇦🇺 From Perth to Italy and Back: Discover Amanda's inspiring path from Australia to Italy, where...

Welcome back to another episode of Chinwag Tuesdays! In this episode, I chat with Christine, a life abroad coach originally from Hungary and now thriving in Australia. Christine came to Australia as an international student in 2006 and has since founded the Dream Service International Education Agency. Just last year, she launched the Live Abroad Academy, aiming to empower internationals living ab...

Welcome back to another episode of Chinwag Tuesdays! This week, I sit down with Chris, an American teacher, business coach, and content strategist living in Spain. Dive into Chris's fascinating journey from his early days as a sexual health educator in the U.S. to becoming a pioneering figure in online English teaching and coaching for language teachers worldwide. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌎 Chris's Tra...