MY Podcast

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks with his friend Naser Jalali about their friendship, Naser’s English journey, and his relationship with teaching. They talk about how some close friends, inspiring teachers, and a series of events sparked his love for English. Naser goes on to share his passion for watching series, and how he became not only a fluent speaker but also a skilled teacher. He also explains h...

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks with his longtime friend Fatemeh Soltanzadeh, an English teacher with 14 years of experience and a genuine love for her work. Fatemeh holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in TEFL, and she also pursues her passion as a voice artist. Mohammad, who has known Fatemeh for nearly a decade, engaged in an intriguing conversation about her life journey, her passion for E...

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks with Mohammad Reza Akbarizad and Shahrzad Baghaipour from Tourism Cafe, a unique space where English learners and teachers, travelers, and locals come together. Mohammad Reza, a former tour guide and English teacher, founded the cafe to create a welcoming environment for language exchange and cultural connection. Shahrzad, an English teacher with an MBA, has played a key...

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks with Dr. Vaziri, whom he has known for nearly 18 years. Dr. Vaziri first became Mohammad’s teacher around 16 years ago, and since then, Mohammad has continually learned from him. Dr. Vaziri has been a deeply influential figure in his life, shaping his journey and inspiring him in countless ways. Dr. Vaziri is a passionate educator who moved to Canada when he was a teenag...

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks with Niloofar Kosari, a long-time friend and English student whom he has had the privilege of teaching in four classes over the past 12 years. Together, they delve into her remarkable journey of becoming an advanced English learner. Niloofar shares how she began her studies and how advancing her English skills opened the door to new and exciting opportunities in her pers...

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks with Shayan Shakiba, a remarkable and multifaceted guest whom he first met about nine years ago. Since then, Mohammad has had the chance to teach him on three separate occasions, each with different goals. Shayan is an incredibly versatile individual — not only is he a computer engineering graduate, but he’s also a pianist, a photographer, and skilled at badminton. His d...

Mohammad Yazdanfard speaks about his personal work-life system and how he balances work and personal life. He discusses the routines he follows throughout the week, the importance of flexibility, and how structuring your day can help manage time effectively. Whether you’re looking for ideas to improve your own routine or just curious about how he organizes his days, this episode offers insights an...

Mohammad Yazdanfard delves into the importance of having a personalized study system. Over the past decade, Mohammad has developed a system that helps him learn more effectively and lead a fulfilling life. He emphasizes the need for a flexible, customized approach, recognizing that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Mohammad shares practical tips on how to create your own system, stressin...

Mohammad Yazdanfard delves into his passion for learning and teaching English. He outlines the structure and goals of MY Podcast, discussing a wide range of topics he will cover and setting clear expectations for what listeners can and cannot expect. Tune in to understand the vision behind the podcast and discover how it aims to support not only English learners and teachers but anyone with an int...