In this episode Larry Gordon who is creating his memoir London Night Life Black Cab Stories, From The Manor to Mayfair with Corrina Ferros shares some of the stories that will appear in his memoir in an exclusive interview.

Tune in to discover the unique perspective from years of driving all sorts of customers home / to hotels after a night out in London and as Larry states; “Never judge a book by its cover” when it comes to what people may look like…

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Host: C Simone

Guests: Larry Gordon and Corrina Ferros

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

As you listen, consider these questions:

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* Are you focusing more on accuracy or communication in your learning journey?

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Host: C Simone

Guest: Ferit

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

Characters’ Voice Artist: C Simone

You’ll hear an example of where the wrong word can mean more than just a funny mistake.

I’m joined by two fantastic guests: my student Ferit from Türkiye and my friend Rayko from Tenerife. Together, we explore how they navigated English in business.

Along the way, I offer practical tips to help you build your Business English skills.

Whether you’re preparing for international meetings, presentations, or everyday workplace conversations, this episode will help you to choose a path to building your language learning skills for business.

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Host: C Simone

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

Guests: Rayko & Ferit

Characters’ Voice Artist: C Simone

Our message for you is to embarrass yourself, but what do we mean by that? Surely no one wants to feel embarrassed?

Tune in to find out what our 3 main points are, while we share some stories of how we embarrassed ourselves when we first ordered from a café in Tenerife as well as how the more mature people of age here don’t care.

We’d like to hear from you, what topic would you like us to discuss when we do another live? What are your embarrassing stories?

Thank you Andrea 🌄, Andrea Thorfinson, Kristina Ray Arelia Casey Kevin Guiney Wilmenda Mina Ananya Mahadevan Shubham Upman and all others who tuned in with us!!

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A Valentine’s Special episode exploring how couples with different languages communicate. How can people overcome language anxiety to communicate their feelings? What does love sound like when you don’t share the same mother tongue?

Is language all about vocabulary? What happens when you have to meet extended family and friends?

Get ready for 7 tips if y…

Catalina shares her experience with learning English as a second language while also giving tips to those who may want to progress in their language learning journey.

Catalina is an example of how daily building confidence to express yourself in a foreign language can help you connect with others and even use it in business!

Tune in to here Catalina’s story!

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Host: C Simone

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

Guest: Catalina

Characters’ Voice Artist: C Simone

If you ever visit Tenerife and would like to get any procedures or to find out more about micro-pigmentation / permanent make up, visit:

* Catalina.micropigmentacion

* Youtube Channel: @CatalinaMicroblading

Ovejas caminan al alba con lana llena de promesas.We learned early how silence can sound like safety.Les loups sourient quand la peur baisse les yeux.

Sangre tranquila late bajo campanas de fe.The fence looks holy until it locks from the outside.La nuit enseigne aux doux le prix de rester doux.

Seguimos al pastor incluso cuando huele a hierro.A soft voice can still sharpen its teeth.La meute attend que la foule se disperse.

Creímos que la bondad bastaba como armadura.Hunger writes the law, and mercy reads it last.Entre laine et crocs, le choix n’est jamais neutre.

Aprendemos tarde a nombrar al lobo.

Sheep to the Wolves

Sheep walk at dawn with wool full of promises.We learned early how silence can sound like safety.The wolves smile when fear lowers its eyes.

Calm blood beats beneath bells of faith.The fence looks holy until it locks from the outside.Night teaches the gentle the cost of staying gentle.

We follow the shepherd even when he smells of iron.A soft voice can still sharpen its teeth.The pack waits until the crowd scatters.

We believed goodness was enough armor.Hunger writes the law, and mercy reads it last.Between wool and fangs, the choice is never neutral.

We learn too late to name the wolf.

Note

This was written with two aims, one to question the systems we follow, are we all sheep? Or are some of us leaders? Are the leaders puppets or masters?

At some point most of us or dare I say, all of us have been like sheep - manipulated, controlled and programmed. We live in a world where people follow trends, strive to fit into groups, yearn to belong…

If belonging requires giving up our rights, freedom and being under control, is belonging something we should strive for? Or is a better word, being? How about we all be, make our own choices, ask questions, look within and silence the noise of the crowd?

Why do we praise those on top and walk past those who stretch out their hands for pocket change?

The second aim is to use this as a way to encourage EAL students to learn new words / phrases in English and those interested in French or Spanish to learn new phrases. Music is a powerful tool to learn vocabulary for those who enjoy or want to learning languages!

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Paolo shares his language-learning journey, showing that while learning a new language comes with real challenges, they can be overcome with some surprises along the way. We also discuss practical advice and encouragement for fellow language learners and he shares a fantastic description of Italy for those who have never visited!

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Host: C Simone

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

Guest: Paolo Seghedoni

Characters’ Voice Artist: C Simone

We talk about accents and confidence, the surprises that come with learning a new language, and the challenges. With some laughs as we always do in our classes, this conversation highlights why having fun is important for learning.

Whether you’re an English learner, a teacher, or simply curious about language and culture, this episode offers honest insights, laughs, and encouragement for anyone navigating the language-learning journey.

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Host: C Simone

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

Guest: Ferit

Characters’ Voice Artist: C Simone

MLE Accent clip: Mo Giligan

Nigerian Accent 2nd clip: Eddie Kadi

British Asian Accent clip: Goodness Gracious Me

Photo of Türkiye taken by Katrina

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Farklı bir aksan, kültür ve bakış açısıyla İngilizce öğrenmek gerçekten nasıl bir deneyim? Decoded’ın bu bölümünde, kendi öğrencilerimden biri olan ve Türkiye’den özel konuğum Ferit bana katılıyor ve sınırları aşarak İngilizce öğrenme yolculuğunu paylaşıyor.

Aksanlar ve özgüven, yeni bir dil öğrenirken karşılaşılan sürprizler ve her zaman ders kitaplarında yer almayan zorluklar hakkında konuşuyoruz. Derslerimizde her zaman yaptığımız gibi bol kahkaha eşliğinde geçen bu sohbet, öğrenirken eğlenmenin neden bu kadar önemli olduğunu da vurguluyor.

İster İngilizce öğrenen biri olun, ister öğretmen, isterse dil ve kültüre meraklı biri; bu bölüm dil öğrenme yolculuğunda ilerleyen herkes için samimi içgörüler, kahkaha ve motivasyon sunuyor.

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In this episode of Learning To Live In Translation, we are stepping into a new series called Decoded. We’re exploring the quiet spaces beneath London’s loudness, the unheard voices; the elderly, the homeless, partners, men, women, and young people. A look at how distraction erodes connection, and how simple presence can bring lost voices back to life.

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In this episode of the London Voices series, we sit down with Dee, James, and Leon as they share their real, unfiltered experiences of growing up in London. From the love of music and the random conversations that shaped their childhoods, to the mutual respect across cultures that makes London unique, our guests open up about the city that raised them.

They dive into the realities many Londoners know too well — inflation, the struggle to find opportunities, navigating the job market, and the ever-present concern of crime. But alongside the challenges, they highlight the community, creativity, and energy that make London unforgettable.

Get ready to hear the good, the bad, and the in-between of London life, told through the voices of those who lived it.

Credits:

Host: C Simone & Isaiah

Guests: Dee, James & Lyon Vert

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

✨Check out Leon’s Love Symphony book at:

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In this episode of London Voices, we continue exploring what it means to grow up between cultures and identities. Joined by Leila, Jess and Jade, we dive into the realities faced by those growing up biracial in London, from the unique blend of accents and expressions that shape family life to the complex experiences of identity, belonging, and colourism.

Through honest conversations and reflection, our guests share stories that highlight both the beauty and challenges of being mixed race in a city as diverse as London. Get ready to open your heart and mind as we unpack what it truly means to navigate life between worlds.

Credits:

Host: C Simone

Guests: Leila, Jade and Jess

Dialect examples voice artist: C Simone

Intro & Outro Voice Artist: Isaiah

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Thanks for tuning in and don’t miss on next week’s episode, Isaiah will be joined by other guests from London exploring their stories.

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Host: C Simone

Guests: Sophia, Kiaya and Katrina

Poem voice artist: C Simone

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This week on Learning To Live In Translation, I’m joined by my husband for a cheerful and honest dive into the wild world of modern dating slang. From “linking” to “say less” to the dreaded “ghosting.” We unpack what these phrases really mean in the London dating scene.

Every ghosted someone or made a drunken confession? Join us as we decode some commonly used terms, including clips from The Inbetweeners and one unforgettable (and disastrous) Tinder date.

Whether you’re coupled up, linking, or ghosting someone as we speak, this episode is your guide to decoding the lingo of London love.

Audio clips credits:

* Lady of Mine | Isaiah Prophyle feat Korshun

* The Inbetweeners | How To Get A Date

* Roadman On A Tinder Date

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Credits:

Host: C Simone

Intro & Outro Voice artist: Isaiah

Teenager character 1: Isaiah

All other characters Voice artist: C Simone

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How do British teachers speak to their pupils? Do they always use Received Pronunciation, that crisp, polished tone we associate with the BBC? Or is that voice reserved for parent meetings and school assemblies? You might think you know—but you’d be surprised.

Let’s open the door to London Classrooms: Cultures, Rules & ‘Lord Gawd’.

As your host and someone with a deep love for acting, I couldn’t resist bringing the voices to life myself. So throughout the episode, you’ll hear a range of British dialects, all but one performed by me!

A special thank you to Isaiah Destiny aka Prophyle from R2S for the sample you hear in our intro and outro — one of the many perks of being married to a talented vocalist! 😉

Now, let’s explore what happens when language, culture, and expectation collide — and why sounding British isn’t always as simple as it sounds.

On Learning To Live In Translation we explore many different topics to do with culture, language, living abroad and more!

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