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22 episodes

Occupational English Test | GYE #21
13/05/2026 | 41 mins.
For the last of my episodes with exam experts, I spoke to Helen Louise all about the Occupational English Test, a qualification for healthcare professionals.
It's a wonderful chat about a test I didn't know much about. I hope you find it interesting!
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Helen offers support to professionals preparing for these versions of the exam: dentistry, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy and speech pathology. Find out more on her website: https://linkelt.co.uk/
And check out my new website at www.englishlanguagetree.com
Academic IELTS Part 2 | #GYE 20
23/02/2026 | 22 mins.
In the second part of my chat with IELTS expert Ste Sharpe, we bust myths, talk about accent and consider 'aha' moments!
If you're taking the Academic IELTS test, or preparing students for it, then this is for you.
👉 For a learning transcript, with IELTS-style listening & vocabulary practice activities, language notes and a spotlight on intonation, please sign up here: subscribepage.io/lKT7Va 👈

Find out about Ste's IELTS speaking course at www.eltwithste.com
And check out my new website at www.englishlanguagetree.com
The 12 Days of Listenmas! | GYE with Tree bonus mini ep!
30/12/2025 | 5 mins.
Take part in The 12 Days of Listenmas and you could win a lesson with me!
...Open until 5th January 2026....

This mini episode is an invitation for you to join my listening challenge.

Download the Listenmas activity sheet here to get started.

👉 For a complete Tree-checked transcript, with a vocabulary list, listening practice activities and language notes, please sign up here: subscribepage.io/lKT7Va 👈

This episode features music from The Fitzwarren Collective from Somerset, UK.
Academic IELTS | GYE #19
03/12/2025 | 21 mins.
Need to know about Academic IELTS? The next episode in my exams mini-series is a super interview with experienced IELTS teacher Ste Sharpe.
Ste has some great advice about preparing for the test. Is doing mock tests the best way to improve? Do you need an actual teacher? Listen to find out...
If you're taking the Academic IELTS test, then you do not want to miss this episode!
If you're an IELTS teacher, I have created some listening and vocabulary activities for you to use with your students.
👉 For a complete Tree-checked transcript, with a vocabulary list, listening practice activities and language notes, please sign up here: subscribepage.io/lKT7Va 👈
Follow us both on Instagram:
@@eltwithste
@eltreeonline
And don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode!
International English teachers in Edinburgh Part 2 | GYE #18
18/04/2025 | 12 mins.
What has a cheeky blackbird got to do with speaking English?
This is the second of two short episodes featuring sounds from in and around an international conference in Edinburgh, UK.
I reflect on what it means to be a good communicator in this snapshot of a global community.
👉 For a complete Tree-checked transcript, with listening activities and language notes, please sign up here: https://subscribepage.io/lKT7Va 👈 English teachers will find this particularly useful!
Follow me on Instagram: @eltreeonline
And don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode!

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If you're a higher-level listener with an enquiring mind then welcome!I'm Tree Blackmore, an English teacher and engaged interviewer, and I created 'Grow Your English with Tree'. This podcast provides opportunities for you to enrich your vocabulary and grow your English listening skills.I discuss language learning and insights from the world of English Language Teaching. You'll hear from international English speakers with advice to share and passions to explore.My Website & InstagramGet these free podcast resources, created and checked by me:transcripts that make senselanguage notes that deepen your understandingactivities that allow you to grow your listening skillsPlease sign up here: subscribepage.io/lKT7VaDon't forget to subscribe if you liked the podcast! I hope you enjoy growing your English with me...

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