Podcasts are my go-to for my own professional development as well as getting re-energized for teaching. I enjoy listening to an episode over my lunch break and I often feel more motivated after hearing other teachers discussing the ideas and methods they are passionate about.

Here are 12 recommendations to try—add a couple to your podcast queue and see what you think!

If ed tech is your thing, this is the podcast for you! Hosts Brent Warner and Ixchell Reyes introduce you to technology tools and discuss practical applications for the language classroom. Episodes run 30-40 minutes.

Host Philip Pound interviews teachers, business owners, and creatives in the field of EFL. Although this podcast is not currently being released, if you are a teacher entrepreneur or a fan of innovative teaching businesses, the archive of over 70 episodes merits a listen. I enjoy the relaxed, conversational interview style that helps you get to know the guest. Episodes run from 30-60 minutes.

Hosts Daniel Shaw and Fey Laffitte interview authors, scholars, and other experts in the field of ELT, offering a collection of over 100 back episodes. Episodes are 30-50 minutes in length.

Erin O'Byrne talks about her own teaching experiences in an informal, chatty style. This podcast is not currently being released, but the show archive offers lots of practical ideas and is worth checking out. Episodes run 10-30 minutes, with many on the shorter side.

Kate Clifton approaches language teaching from the perspective of a MFL (Modern Foreign Languages) teacher-turned entrepreneur in the UK. New episodes are no longer being released, but it’s worth a listen through the catalog of 80+ episodes if you are interested in learning about creative approaches to language teaching.

In this relatively new podcast (summer 2026) host Rick Moore interviews teachers, researchers, content creators, and experienced language learners to explore language-learning strategies, teaching philosophies, common learner challenges, and practical advice for learners at every stage. Episodes are approximately 30 minutes in length.

Dr. Liam Printer discusses topics related to language teaching with a focus on motivation, comprehensible input, and narrative-focused approaches. Although he teaches in the secondary Spanish as a foreign language context, I find that most of what he talks about is applicable to the ESL/EFL context as well. Episodes range from 20 minutes to an hour in length.

This podcast is no longer being released, but it’s worth checking out host Jim Fuller’s 30+ interviews with experts in the field. I appreciate the emphasis on the practical application of research in the field of ELT. Episodes run 45 minutes to an hour.

Learn Your English founders Leo Gomez and Andrew Woodbury discuss a range of ELT-related topics with a guest expert. Episodes are long-form and usually run over an hour in length so I tend to divide them up into multiple listening sessions, but the thoughtful, in-depth discussions with leading researchers and practitioners are well worth the time investment.

Hosts Shéylynn Riel & Anna Ciriani-Dean interview a guest to discuss topics related to ELT with an emphasis on reflective teaching practice. Listening time is around 30 minutes.

I’ve been listening to this show for over two years and it’s my go-to for short format, dependably useful content. Laura Wilkes interviews a teacher in the field of TESOL and highlights a few practical take-aways in 15 minutes or less. Check out the catalog of 100+ episodes to discover bite-sized gems on a variety of topics.

Heather Johnston helps teachers get organized with practical tips and strategies to manage their time better. I love Heather's calm, reassuring tone and the short format of episodes (10-15 minutes). While no longer being released, the 83 episodes in the back catalog are definitely worth a listen!

I hope you found these recommendations helpful! I periodically update this list and I would love to hear what other ELT teaching podcasts you are listening to. Send your recommendations to me at [email protected], or find me on LinkedIn.