The Bardwell Road Centre Podcast - The show for English language students, by English language students at St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in an English for Everyday Use language course at pre-intermediate level (G03) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with:
Ahmed (U.A.E.) Mengyao (Sunny) (China) Jabir (Qatar) Rashid (Qatar) Roman (Ukraine) Cristian (Argentina) Miho (Japan) Guillermo (Argentina)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: Geoff (the group's second teacher), gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script, i.e. spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on the teacher's Apple MacBook Pro computer with Apple's Garageband application and a Samson Meteor Mic. The Garageband jingle used is Vino. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Elizaveta and Isabela Topic: Makeup
In this show, adult English language students in GO1 class talk about makeup. Elizaveta, from Russia, and Isabela, from Brazil, host the show. They chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Macarena (Argentina) Isidora (Chile) Pauline (Belgium) Dimitri (Belgium) Gabriela (Venezuela/Spain) Alessandro (Italy) Quinten (Holland) Stijn (Holland)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.) Girls 1. Do you use make-up? If yes, how often? How much time do you spend on it? 2. Who taught you to use make-up? 3. Do you think make-up is good or bad for your skin? Why? Why not? 4. Do you prefer basic make-up or strong? 5. How do you think make-up could be considered as fake beauty? Why? Why not? 6. Could you completely change your appearance with make-up? 7. Could you date a boy who uses make-up? Boys 1. What do you think about girls who use make-up? Do you prefer girls with make-up or without? 2. Can you tell when the girl is using make-up or not? 3. Have you ever used make-up? 4. Do you know that every man eats 3 kilos or more of make-up during his life only by kissing? Do you like it? 5. If the girl with whom you fell in love is ugly without make-up, what would you do? 6. Do you think is it acceptable for men to use make-up? Why? Why not? What about famous actors and pop stars?
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the GarageBand app and a Samson Meteor Mic microphone. The GarageBand jingle used is Greasy Wheels. After editing in GarageBand and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Macarena and Stijn Topic: Alcohol
In this show, adult English language students in GO1 class talk about alcohol. Macarena, from Argentina, and Stijn, from the Netherlands, host the show. They chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
As a class, we had watched a BBC Horizon Science documentary "Is Ecstasy worse than Alcohol?", with expert testimony from scientists charged by the UK government to evaluate the relative harmfulness of the most commonly used drugs in the UK. This podcast is an extension of the discussion following that. Before listening to the interviews, please note that some of what you will hear is clearly intended to be "tongue-in-cheek" (ironic).
We hear interviews with:
Isabela (Brazil) Yana (Russia) Isidora (Chile) Dimitri (Belgium) Quinten (the Netherlands) Elizaveta (Russia) Gabriela (Venezuela/Spain)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the GarageBand app and a Samson Meteor Mic microphone. The GarageBand jingle used is Electric Rodeo. After editing in GarageBand and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Carolina and Dimitri Topic: Sport
In this show, adult English language students in GO1 class talk about sport. Carolina, from Brazil, and Dimitri, from Belgium, host the show. They chose the topic prepared the questions (with the teacher's help), introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Stijn (Netherlands) Isabela (Brazil) Gabriela (Venezuela/Spain) Alessandro (Italy/USA)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
WATCHING SPORT How much time do you spend watching sports? (Which one(s)? Why?) How often do you go to live sporting events? Do you prefer team sports or individual sports? (Why? Can you give examples?) What's the most exciting sport to watch, in your opinion? (Why?)
DOING SPORT Do you do any sports yourself? (Which one(s)?) How long have you been doing it(them)? (How good are you?)
MONEY AND SPORT What do you think about people like David Beckham that earn so much money from sports? Do you think that they deserve to earn this money? (Why (not)?) Are sports superstars born or made?
DRUGS IN SPORT Do you know anyone that uses steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs? What do you think about the use of drugs in sports? How much of a problem is it in the sports you enjoy? If you were an athlete, would you use such drugs? Why do some athletes risk their careers by taking drugs? Do you think performance-enhancing drugs should be legalised? If an athlete is caught using drugs in the Olympics, what should the punishment be?
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the GarageBand app and a Samson Meteor Mic microphone. The GarageBand jingle used is Fireside. After editing in GarageBand and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Emiliano, Florencia, Javier Topic: Friendship
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about friendship. Emiliano, Florencia and Javier, all from Argentina, volunteered to host the show. They chose the topic, prepared the questions (with the teacher's help), introduce the show and interview their classmates.
Emiliano, Florencia and Javier introduced an interesting change to the format of the show. They invited all the guests to sit with them around a table and got them all to respond to each question, before moving on to the next. This was a very successful strategy, and created a show of great cohesiveness. Respect!
The guests are: Gisella (Argentina) Dimitri (Belgium) Alessandro (Italy/USA) Sol (Argentina) Gabriela (Venezuela/Spain)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
1) Some people say they have a close friend that they have always met on the Internet (e.g. Facebook), but never in person. Is this possible? 2) Do you think that you can have many real friends or just a few? 3) Some people say that their best friend is a pet, e.g. a dog or a cat. What would you say to somebody like this? 4) What do you usually do with your friends to have fun? 5) Could you be close friends with someone who had very different political or religious ideas from yours? 6) Can men and women ever truly be "just friends"?
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer using the GarageBand application and a Samson Meteor Mic microphone. The GarageBand jingle used is Island. After editing in GarageBand, Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence) and Levelator (to equalise volumes between different speakers), the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Gisella, Macarena and Victoria Topic: Students' cultures
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about their cultures. Gisella, Macarena, Victoria, all from Argentina, very kindly volunteered to host the show. They chose the topic prepared the questions (with the teacher's help), introduced the show and interviewed their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Arkadiy (Russia) Javier (Argentina) Alessandro (Italy/USA) Maria (Russia) Gabriela (Venezuela/Spain) Dimitri (Belgium)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
1) How do you introduce yourself when you meet someone? (Do people usually shake hands when greeting? Do they kiss?) 3) How much body contact is socially acceptable? (When can people touch each other, if at all?) 4) Can you give any examples of special gestures used by people in your country? 5) What do (young) people in your country usually do for fun (entertainment)? 6) What traditional dishes do people eat in your country? 7) When you are in another country, do you try the local food? 8) Can you tell us about traditional music in your country? 10) Can you tell us about sports in your country? (What sports are popular? Can you describe any traditional sports?) 11) How do people in your country celebrate birthdays? 12) What do students in your country usually do after high school (secondary school)? Do they leave home or stay with their parents? 13) When you meet an important person, what do you do?
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the GarageBand app and a Samson Meteor Mic microphone. The GarageBand jingle used is Fifth Avenue Stroll. After editing in GarageBand and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in a general English language course at upper intermediate/advanced level (G02) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with:
Alessandro (Italy/USA) Dimitri (Belgium) Maca (Argentina) Victoria (Argentina) Gise (Argentina) Flor (Argentina) Maria (Russia) Javi (Argentina) Gabriela (Venezuela/Spain) Sol (Argentina) Arkadiy (Russia)
We would like to give a special thanks to Arkadiy for doing the intro and outro - and in front of a big class, without any noticeable nervousness!
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Vino. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Ana and Gabriella Topic: Ideal people
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about ideal people. Gabriella from Italy and Ana from Spain chose the topic and prepared the questions (with the teacher's help). They introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with: Estel (Spain) Serif (Turkey) Micky (Hong Kong) Medyan (Jordan)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Roll Credits. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Estel and Micky Topic: Countries and cities
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about their countries and cities. Micky from Hong Kong and Estel from Spain chose the topic and prepared the questions (with the teacher's help). They introduce the show and interview their classmates. Micky also answered the questions.
We hear interviews with:
Ana (Spain) Gabriella (Italy) Micky (Hong Kong)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
YOUR COUNTRY AND CITY Where are you from? How far is your country from England? Do you know what the population of your country is, more or less? Is it easy for people to buy a house in your country? Is accommodation cheaper or more expensive? What are some traditional dishes in your country? (e.g. paella, spaghetti bolognese) What's your favourite (national) dish? Are restaurants more expensive or cheaper than England? Describe your favourite music from your country. How is it different from music in England? Can you tell me about your language? How similar is it to English? Can you give any examples of superstitions in your country? What is the thing that you miss most from your country? Who is the leader of your country? Do you support him/her? If I go to your country, do you have any recommendations for places I must see or visit? How do people spend the weekend in your country?
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Dewdrops. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Tahar Topic: Travel and holidays
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about travel and holidays. Tahar, from Tunisia, chose the topic and prepared the questions (with the teacher's help). He introduces the show and interviews his classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Gabriella (Italy) Medyan (Jordan) Charles (Switzerland) Serif (Turkey) Ana (Spain)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Travel and holidays 1. Why do you think people travel? 2. How much holiday do you think people need every year? 3. Do you prefer a relaxing holiday or an activity holiday? 4. Do you prefer to travel with your friends or your family? (Why?) 5. When you go on holiday, do you prefer hot or cold countries? 6. Where are you going to go next time you travel? Who are you going to go with? 7. What's the most beautiful place you've ever been to? (Please describe it.) 8. What's your best (or worst) holiday experience? 9. Has the airline ever lost your luggage? (What happened?)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Travel! After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Charles Topic: Music
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about music. Charles, from Switzerland, chose the topic and prepared the questions (with the teacher's help). He introduces the show and interviews his classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Serif (Turkey) Estel (Spain) Gabriella (Italy) Micky (Hong Kong) Tahar (Tunisia) Medyan (Jordan)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Electric Fire. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format. The photo was edited in Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Medyan Topic: Drinking alcohol
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about drinking alcohol. (The class had previously studied this topic, along with smoking.) Medyan, from Jordan, chose the topic and prepared the questions (with the teacher's help). He introduces the show and interviews his classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Charles (Switzerland) Estel (Spain) Serif (Turkey) Gabriella (Italy) Micky (Hong Kong)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Full Court Press. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Audacity. The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Jaz Topic: Cheating in relationships
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about cheating in relationships. Jaz, from Mexico, chose the topic and prepared the questions (with the teacher's help). She introduces the show and interviews her classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Estel (Spain) Charles (Switzerland) Medyen (Jordan) Chelo (Spain) Adrien (France) Ales (Spain) Micky (Hong Kong)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Greasy Wheels. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Audacity. The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in a general English language course at intermediate level (G03) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with:
Medyen (Jordan) Micky (Hong Kong) Adrien (France) Charles (Switzerland) Chelo (Spain) Jaz (Mexico) Estel (Spain) Ales (Spain)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. Thanks to Ales for recording the intro and outro! The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously. Well done to all for managing so bravely in this first, a bit scary, episode.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the application Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Pastel Slide Full. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Audacity. The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Kyung and Jiemin Topic: Drinking alcohol
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about drinking alcohol. Jiemin and Kyung (both from South Korea) chose the topic and prepared the questions. They introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with: Alex (Italy) Joon Bum (South Korea) Bin Yao (China) John (South Korea) Ghanem (Qatar)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Motocross. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Joon Bum and Bin Yao Topic: Food
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about food. Joon Bum (South Korea) and Bin Yao (China) chose the topic and prepared the questions. They introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Alessandro (Italy) Ghanem (Qatar) Jiemin (South Korea) Noman (Libya) John (South Korea)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Buddy. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: John and Noman Topic: Films
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about films. John (South Korea) and Noman (Libya) chose the topic and prepared the questions. They introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Ghanem (Qatar) Alessandro (Italy) Kyung (South Korea) Yan (China) Joonbum (South Korea) Jiemin (South Korea)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Piano Ballad. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Alessandro (Alex) and Ghanem Topic: Holidays and travelling
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about holidays and travelling. Alessandro, from Italy, and Ghanem, from Qatar, chose the topic and prepared the questions. They introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Salah (Qatar) Jiemin (South Korea) Noman (Libya) Yan (China) Kyung (South Korea) Arnelle (Benin) Joonbum (South Korea) John (South Korea)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Backbeat. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in a general English language course at intermediate level (G02) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with:
Ghanem (Qatar) Joonbum (South Korea) Kyung (South Korea) John (South Korea) Yan (China) Alex (Italy) Jiemin (South Korea) Salah (Qatar) Arnelle (Benin)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Gleaming Short. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Donatienne (Belgium) and Young Soo (South Korea) Topic: Clubbing and pubs
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about clubbing and pubs. Young Soo, from South Korea, and Donatienne, from Belgium, chose the topic and prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Camille (Belgium) Yeon Hee (South Korea) Talgat (Kazakhstan) Francesco (Italy) Saood (Qatar) Eugenia (Italy) Kubra (Turkey)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Clubbing and pubs
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Zone. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Sorry, there is no podcast this week.
Kubra, from Turkey, and Yeon Hee, from South Korea, chose an interesting topic (their classmates' own countries) prepared questions, introduced the show and interviewed their classmates.
Unfortunately, the sound quality of the recording was so poor that we can't publish it. This was my (Geoff Taylor, the teacher's) fault. It is a real pity, as it was a great topic, and some very interesting discussion resulted. So, please check out the class photo.
Camille (Belgium) Donatienne (Belgium) Eugenia (Italy) Talgat (Kazakhstan) Francesco (Italy) Young Soo (South Korea) Saood (Qatar)
Kubra and Yeon Hee's interview questions:
Students' own countries
Please check our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
Presenters: Jacek and Simone Topic: Social networking
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about social networking. Simone, from Germany, and Jacek, from Poland, in their final week of class, kindly chose the topic and prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Eugenia (Italy) Camille (Belgium) Young Soo (South Korea) Donatienne (Belgium) Kubra (Turkey) Francesco (Italy) Talgat (Kazakhstan) Yeon Hee (South Korea)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Social networking
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Redondo Beach. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Saood
Topic: Fighting and arguing
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about fighting and arguing. Talgat, from Kazakhstan, and Saood, from Qatar, chose the topic and prepared the questions. On the day, Talgat was absent, so Saood introduced the show and interviewed his classmates alone.
We hear interviews with:
Donatienne (Belgium) Francesco (Italy) Simone (Germany) Young Soo (South Korea) Kubra (Turkey) Jacek (Poland) Yeon Hee (South Korea)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Fighting and arguing
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is Dustbowl. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Camille (Belgium) and Eugenia (Italy)
Topic: Personal relationships
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 (upper intermediate) class interview other students in St Clare's about their personal relationships. Eugenia (Italy) and Camille (Belgium) kindly volunteered to do the first student-led show of the course. They really used their initiative, working independently, to create an unusual and interesting show this week. They chose their own topic, prepared interview questions themselves, chose and interviewed "secret" guest speakers, and recorded the intro and outro sections.
We hear interviews with:
Mikkel (Norway) Vincent (the Netherlands) Philip (the Netherlands) Yaron (Germany) Felice (Columbia)
Interview questions: Personal relationships
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded by Camille and Eugenia on Donatienne's Apple MacBook Pro notebook computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Half Moon Bay". After a little editing in Garageband and Audacity, the audio volume was levelled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator).
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Talgat from Kazakhstan Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in a general English language course at upper intermediate level (G02) introduce themselves. Thanks to Talgat for doing the intro and outro!
We hear interviews with: Francesco (Italy) Donatienne (Belgium) Camille (Belgium) Kubra (Turkey) Young Soo (South Korea) Yeon Hee (South Korea) Simone (Germany) Jacek (Poland) Eugenia (Italy) Saood (Qatar)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen is Greasy Wheels Full. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Presenters: Cyril and ZhaoLin
Topic: Hobbies and interests
In this show, adult English language students in GO3* class talk about their hobbies and interests. Cyril, from France, and ZhaoLin, from China, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Kohei (Japan) Cai (China) Saaod (Qatar)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Wild Card". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Daniela and Eun
Topic: Learning a language abroad
In this show, adult English language students in GO3* class talk about Learning a language abroad. Daniela (Venezuela), and Eun (S. Korea), chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Kohei (Japan) Cai (China) Saaod (Qatar) ZhaoLin (China) Nicolas (Columbia) Cyril (France)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Learning a language abroad
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Stepping Out". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Angela and Kohei Topic: Travel
In this show, adult English language students in GO3* class talk about travel. Angela, from Venezuela, and Kohei, from Japan, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Nicolas (Columbia) ZhaoLin (China) Cyril (France) Daniela (Venezuela) Cai (China) Eun (S. Korea) Alaa (Saudi Arabia)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
TRAVEL - Do you like travelling? - How many countries have you been to? - Which country do you think was the most beautiful? - In which country did you enjoy yourself the most? Why? - Which country was the most interesting for you? Why? - In the future, where will you want to go? - Do you have a favourite place? - Where do you usually go in summer? - Who do you prefer to travel with? - If you travel with your family, do you enjoy it? - How do you like to travel: plane, train, bus or boat? - Which form of transport do you think is the safest? - Do you think visiting other countries is interesting? - Do you think getting to know other cultures from different countries is important?
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is Acoustic Sunrise. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: A big thank you to Angela and Daniela for bravely volunteering to introduce and conclude this show.
Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in a general English language course at intermediate level (G03*) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with:
Angela (Venezuela) Eun (S. Korea) Nicolas (Columbia) Cyril (France) Kohei (Japan) ZhaoLin (China) Alaa (Saudi Arabia) Cai (China) Daniela (Venezuela)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen is Pastel Slide. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
100th EPISODE ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION!!!
Presenters: Dohwan and Tai-Chang
Topic: Music
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about music. Tai, from Taiwan, and Dohwan, from South Korea, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates.
This was a surprisingly controversial episode, with a wide range of attitudes towards musicians and the culture of popular music. Dohwan and Tai's plan was to get some people to sing on the show, but all the guests were too clever for them, and managed to avoid embarrassment!
Dohwan and Tai prepared a special surprise guest interview, which is tacked on to the end of the show. And we hear Dohwan doing a sound-check in Korean…!
We hear interviews with:
Al-Jazi (Qatar) Olivia (Belgium) Yao (China) Khalid (Saudi Arabia) Coco (France)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Carousel". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
A big thank you to all the students, teachers and other guests over the years who have contributed to the show!
Presenters: Al-Jazi and Aicha
Topic: Experiences in England
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about their experiences in England. Aicha, from Tunisia, and Al-Jazi, from Qatar, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduce the show and interview their classmates. We hear interviews with:
Olivia (Belgium) Cho (South Korea) Coco (France) Khalid (Saudi Arabia) Yao (China) Tai-Chang (Taiwan) Dohwan (South Korea)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Acoustic Sunrise". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Presenters: Cho and Yao
Topic: Food and eating out
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about food and eating out. Cho, from South Korea, and Yao, from China, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed their classmates. We hear interviews with:
Dohwan (South Korea) Olivia (Belgium) Ekaterina (Russia) Aicha (Tunisia) Tai-Chang (Taiwan) Coco (France)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Half Moon Bay". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Pixelmator.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenters: Olivia and Khalid
Topic: What do you do at the weekend?
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about their weekends. Olivia, from Belgium, and Khalid, from Saudi Arabia chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed their classmates. We hear interviews with:
Al-Jazi (Qatar) Ekaterina (Russia) Aicha (Tunisia) Cho (South Korea) Dohwan (South Korea) Tai-Chang (Taiwan) Columbine (Coco) (France) Yao (China)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
General 1. What do you generally do at the weekend? - What did you do last weekend? - What's your plan for next weekend?
Morning 2. Do you wake up early or late at the weekend? (Why?)
Evening 3. What do you do in the evening at the weekend? - Which pub or dance club can you recommend to have a good time?
Work 4. Do you work more at the weekend or during the week?
Activities 4. Do you have a special activity for the weekend? Cinema? Restaurants? Tourism? Shopping? - Do you go to the cinema at the weekend? Which movies have you seen recently? - Do you often go to restaurants at the weekends? - Have you ever visited anywhere in Oxford at the weekend? - Do you go shopping at the weekend?
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenters is "Buddy". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
In this show, adult students in a general English language course at good intermediate level (G02) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with:
Khalid (Saudi Arabia) Al-Jazi (Qatar) Coco (France) Dohwan (South Korea) Aicha (Tunisia) Olivia (Belgium) Cho (South Korea) Ekaterina/Kate (Russia)
A big thanks to Kate for volunteering to introduce and close the show.
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program GarageBand. The GarageBand jingle chosen is Dewdrops. After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using Switch Audio File Converter (http://www.nch.com.au/switch/index.html). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Presenters: Anastasia and Miki Topic: Food
In this show, adult English language students in GO2 class talk about food.
Anastasia, from Russia, and Miki, from Japan (and more recently, Sweden!) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed their classmates.
We hear interviews with: Ludovica (Italy) Miguel (Switzerland) Thamer (Saudi Arabia) Eugenia (Italy) Salem (UAE) Gulten (Turkey)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the class is "Biscotti". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Presenter: Ludovica Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in their 1st week of a general English language course at intermediate level (G02) introduce themselves. A big thanks to Ludovica for presenting the first podcast for this group!
We hear interviews with:
Miguel (Switzerland) Jakub (Poland) Salem (UAE) Anastasia (Russia) Thamer (Saudi Arabia) Miki (Japan/Sweden) Lorenzo (Italy) Ludovica (Italy)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the class is "Lazy Days". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Presenter: Alina and Katherina Topic: Cinema and films
In this show, adult English language students in GO5 class talk about cinema and films. (GO5 is a general English course at pre-intermediate level at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Alina (Ukraine) and Katherina (Switzerland) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed their classmates.
We hear interviews with: Charlotte (Spain) Nasser (Saudi Arabia) Frank (China)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.) - What kind of films do you prefer? (action, comedy, romance, drama, black and white) - Do you prefer going to the cinema or watching DVDs at home? (Why?) - How often do you go to the cinema or watch DVDs? - Do you have a favourite actor? - If you could be a famous person, who would you like to be? - What film have you seen recently? (Did you like it?)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program GarageBand. The GarageBand jingle chosen by the presenter is "Pastel Slide". After editing in GarageBand and (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence) Audacity (http://audacity.sourceforge.net/), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Frank Topic: Hobbies and interests
In this show, adult English language students in GO5 class talk about hobbies and interests (GO5 is a general English course at pre-intermediate level at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Frank, from China, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates.
We hear interviews with: Katharina (Switzerland) Charlotte (Spain) Alina (Ukraine) Nasser (Saudi Arabia)
Interview questions (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program GarageBand. The GarageBand jingle chosen by the presenter is "Carousel". After editing in GarageBand and (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence) Audacity (http://audacity.sourceforge.net/), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Charlotte Topic: Holidays
In this show, adult English language students in GO5 class talk about holidays. (GO5 is a general English course at pre-intermediate level at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Charlotte, from Barcelona, Spain, chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed her classmates.
We hear interviews with: Frank (China) Ingrid (Spain) Alina (Ukraine) Nasser (Saudi Arabia) Katharina (Switzerland)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.) - Where is your dream holiday? - What did you do last holiday? (Where did you go?) - Do you prefer a beach, mountain or city holiday? Why? - Do you travel with a lot of luggage? - What is important for you to take? - Who do you prefer to go with?
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program GarageBand. The GarageBand jingle chosen by the presenter is "Travelling Shoes". After editing in GarageBand and (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence) Audacity (http://audacity.sourceforge.net/), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Katharina Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in their 4th week of a general English language course at pre-intermediate level (G05) introduce themselves.
We hear interviews with: Frank (China) Charlotte (Spain) Ingrid (Spain) Katharina (Switzerland
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a template script for the start and end of the show (the "intro" and "outro"), and a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the class is "Havana". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK
Presenters: Aaron and Ivy Topic: Money
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about money. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Aaron (China) and Ivy (China) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and took turns interviewing their classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Jin (South Korea) - Turki (Saudi Arabia) - Kate (Russia) - Rodrigo (Brazil) - Hyo Kyung (South Korea) - Mohammed (Yemen) - Sheila (Brazil)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program GarageBand. The GarageBand jingle chosen by the presenters is "Buddy". After editing in GarageBand and (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence) Audacity (http://audacity.sourceforge.net/), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Apple iPhoto and Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Rodrigo Topic: Plans for the future
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about their future plans. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Rodrigo (Brazil) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Aaron (China) - Kate (Russia) - Turki (Saudi Arabia) - Ivy (China) - Hyo Kyung (South Korea) - Daniela (Columbia) - Mohammed (Yemen) - Jin (South Korea) - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) - Sheila (Brazil)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenter is "Night Flight". After editing in Garageband and (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence) Audacity (http://audacity.sourceforge.net/), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Kate Topic: England
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about England. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Kate (Russia) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed her classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Jin (South Korea) - Sheila (Brazil) - Mohammed (Yemen) - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) - Rodrigo (Brazil) - Aaron (China) - Ivy (China)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenter is "Glide". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Sheila Topic: Students' countries
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about their countries. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Sheila (Brazil) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed her classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Jin (South Korea) - Daniela (Columbia) - Kate (Russia) - Rodrigo (Brazil) - Turki (Saudi Arabia) - Hyo Kyung (South Korea) - Aaron (China) - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) - Ivy (China) - Mohammed (Yemen)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenter is "Havana". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for noise removal and deletion of unnecessary silence), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Mohammed Topic: Music
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about music. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Mohammed (Yemen) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) - Sheila (Brazil) - Turki (Saudi Arabia) - Kate (Russia) - Ivy (China) - Daniela (Columbia) - Jin (South Korea) - Hyo Kyung (South Korea) - Aaron (China)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle chosen by the presenter is "Wild Card ". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for automatic silence deletion), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Felix Topic: Television
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about television. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Felix (Germany) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Jin (South Korea) - Daniela (Belgium) - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) - Hyo Kyung (South Korea) - Turki (Saudi Arabia) - Sheila (Brazil) - Mohammed (Yemen)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is "Greasy Wheels". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for automatic noise and silence deletion), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks. This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Turki Topic: Holidays
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about their holidays. (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Turki (Saudi Arabia) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Felix (Germany) - Jin (South Korea) - Daniela (Belgium) - Hyo Kyung (South Korea) - Mohammed (Yemen) - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is "Three Pointer". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for automatic silence deletion), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks. This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Hyo Kyung
Topic: Best friends
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about their best friends (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Hyo Kyung (South Korea) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed her classmates.
We hear interviews with: - Jin (South Korea) - Turki (Saudi Arabia) - Felix (Germany) - Mohammed (Yemen) - Mohammed (Saudi Arabia)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is "Glide Medium". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for automatic silence deletion), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks. This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Jin
Topic: Food
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about food (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Jin (South Korea) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates.
We hear interviews with:
Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) Hyo Kyung (South Korea) Daniela (Belgium/Columbia) Turki (Saudi Arabia) Mohammed (Yemen)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is "44th Street". After editing in Garageband and Audacity (for automatic silence deletion), the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and the file was converted to MP3 format using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks. This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Mohammed
Topic: How to improve your English
In this show, adult English language students in GO3 class talk about how they improve their English (GO3 is a general English course at St Clare's, Oxford, UK.)
Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) chose the topic, prepared the questions, introduced the show and interviewed his classmates. Great work, Mohammed!
We hear interviews with:
Daniela (Belgium/Columbia) Hyo Kyung (South Korea) Jin (South Korea) Mohammed (Yemen) Turki (Saudi Arabia)
Interview questions included: (If you are listening in class, you could ask a partner the interview questions, then choose one or more of the speakers and note their answers.)
Please listen to our discussion and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
This show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband. The Garageband jingle used is "Ride". After editing in Garageband, the audio was converted to MP3 using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks. This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK.
Presenter: Daniela
Topic: Personal Introductions
In this show, adult students in their 2nd week of a general English language course at intermediate level (G03) introduce themselves.
Thanks to Daniela for being so brave as to volunteeer to do the intro and outro of this first show.
We hear interviews with:
Jin (South Korea) Turki (Saudi Arabia) Mohammed (Yemen) Hyo Kyung (South Korea) Mohammed (Saudi Arabia) Daniela (Belgium/Columbia)
Please listen to our interviews and add your comments on our blog page at bardwellroad.podomatic.com.
Preparation for this introductory show: The group teacher, Geoff, gave each student a copy of a list of personal topics. The students took turns interviewing each other, responding without a script - spontaneously.
The show was recorded in class, on group teacher, Geoff's, Apple MacBook Pro computer with the program Garageband, and a Garageband musical jingle added ("Electric Rodeo Short"). After editing in Garageband, the audio volume was leveled using the program Levelator (www.gigavox.com/levelator), and converted to MP3 using LameBrain (check at www.macupdate.com). The photo was edited in Adobe Fireworks.
This show was produced at the Bardwell Road Adult Centre, St Clare's, Oxford, UK