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Speaking Of Stories

Sukhi Bansal
Language Learning
Identity
English Language Teaching
Colonial History
Accent Bias
English Learning
Communication Skills
Calm Way
Social Media
Perfectionism
Self-Reflection
Bilingualism
Language Identity
Humour
Migration
Diaspora English Learning
Sincerely Teaching English
Personal Growth
Fortaleza
New York

I'm Sukhi, a 2nd+ English communication coach based in Manchester, UK. This podcast serves as a way to show that language doesn't have to be a barrier and within everyone's story, there is a chance to find a piece of your own. Life, for me, is about connection and there is no way greater way to connect than through the art of conversation, which always starts with a question...

I work with 2nd+ E... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 8: Gig, The Golden Lion, and Dancing Your Tit Out

What happens when you build a life, a business, and a community in your second+ language?

In this episode of Speaking of Stories, I sit down with Matthanee Nilavongse (Gig), owner of the ico... more

In this episode of Speaking of Stories, I’m joined by English coach Lisa Wood, creator of the Calm Way.

We explore what really holds people back from speaking English confidently and why it’s often not vocabulary or grammar.

Lisa shares her persona... more

Hello, I’m Sukhi and welcome to my podcast Speaking Of Stories. I’m endlessly fascinated by people’s stories, and this podcast is an exploration of them through connected conversations about how language weaves in and out of identity, belonging, and ... more

Hello, I’m Sukhi and welcome to my podcast Speaking Of Stories. I’m endlessly fascinated by people’s stories, and this podcast is an exploration of them through connected conversations about language, identity, and life.

Today I’m speaking with Eunj... more

Hello, I’m Sukhi and welcome to my podcast Speaking Of Stories. I’m endlessly fascinated by people’s stories, and this podcast is an exploration of them through connected conversations about language, identity, and life.

Today I’m speaking with Prof... more

Welcome to my podcast Speaking of Stories.

I'm Sukhi (he/him), a 2nd+ English communication coach, working on building on your English communication from the inside out. Merging mindfulness techniques for presence & calm, communication-focused skill... more

Welcome to my podcast Speaking of Stories.

I'm Sukhi (he/him), a 2nd+ English communication coach, merging mindfulness techniques for presence & calm, communication-focused skills for 2nd+ English speakers, conversational depth through coaching ques... more

Welcome to Speaking Of Stories. 

I'm Sukhi (he/him), a 2nd+ English communication coach, merging mindfulness techniques for presence & calm, communication-focused skills for 2nd+ English speakers, conversational depth through coaching questions, ref... more

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Mathaninee Lawongs
Gig, owner of The Golden Lion in Todmorden
The Golden Lion (Todmorden)
Episode: Speaking Of Stories - Episode 8 - Gig @ The Golden Lion, Todmorden
Lisa Wood
English teacher and coach, creator of the Calm Way
Calm Way / Lisa Wood
Episode: Speaking Of Stories - Episode 7 - Lisa Wood
Tino Giaccotto
Stand-up comedian based in Manchester
Episode: Speaking Of Stories - Episode 6 - Tino Giaccotto
Professor Loredana Padurean
Award-winning academic, entrepreneur, author, and professor
Northeastern University, MIT Sloan
Episode: Speaking Of Stories - Episode 4 - Loredana Padurean
Amanda Boyce
Australian English teacher and language coach
Aussie English with Amanda
Episode: Speaking Of Stories - Episode 3 - Amanda Boyce
Felipe Coelho
English teacher based in Fortaleza, Brazil, with experience in teaching and content creation.
English teacher
Episode: Speaking Of Stories - Episode 2 - Felipe Coelho

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Speaking Of Stories - Episode 6 - Tino Giaccotto
Q: Cool. I want to ask you then, something that my listeners might resonate with is this kind of feeling different or feeling a different personality when you speak one language or another. So, do you feel like the you in English now is different from the you in Italian?
Yes, each language shifts a sense of self; speaking English makes the Italian man feel more distant from his roots, while Italian is tied to Sicily and everyday identity. Over time, language becomes a tool to inhabit different personas, and the speaker embraces multiple facets rather than a single fixed identity.
Speaking Of Stories - Episode 5 - Eunji // The Thirsty Korean
Q: What advice could you give to English learners or second-plus English speakers?
Stop worrying about making mistakes because most people will be there to understand what you say.
Speaking Of Stories - Episode 5 - Eunji // The Thirsty Korean
Q: What do you wish people understood about people like you who live and build lives in a second-plus language?
I don't need them to understand anything about me. I probably want more respect.
Speaking Of Stories - Episode 5 - Eunji // The Thirsty Korean
Q: Did you go through many struggles related to English when you first came to the UK?
Absolutely, I still go through the struggles every day with understanding and speaking English.
Speaking Of Stories - Episode 4 - Loredana Padurean
Q: Why do you think people are so fixated on accents when speaking English?
Loredana explains that while curiosity-driven questions about accents are welcomed, many people approach the topic from a place of superiority or condescension, diminishing the speaker's value or identity.

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This show centers on language as a bridge rather than a barrier, featuring personal stories from multilingual speakers, language teachers, and academics who explore how communication shapes identity, culture, and everyday life. Episodes frequently tackle language learning, accents, and the emotional side of navigating multilingual environments, alongside broader conversations about immigration, education, and using technology (including AI) to improve communication. A notable thread is redefining language mastery away from perfection toward authentic expression, lived experiences, and mutual understanding. The format typically blends reflective storytelling with practical insights for learners, teachers, and professionals who work across cu... more

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2. Lisa Wood
3. Tino Giaccotto
4. Professor Loredana Padurean
5. Amanda Boyce
6. Felipe Coelho

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