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A podcast series from British Council exploring some of the big questions in English language teaching.

British Council Wales launches season two of 'Breaking Boundaries', hosted by award-winning musician Georgia Ruth. Following its 2023 debut, the podcast spotlights Welsh artists and their international collaborators, forging creative partnerships between Wales and New Zealand, France, Vietnam, Brazil, and beyond.

The negative impact of the pandemic on students and those aspiring to a career in the beauty industry has been huge. Many in the industry have been furloughed or laid off, while those studying for a career in the beauty industry have had to continue their studies online. Universities and colleges across the UK are planning to deliver a virtual curriculum, with little if any face-to-face contact. This will make motivation more challenging, particularly with less exposure to industry guest lecturers, who normally provide inspiration to students during their studies.In response to these issues, ...

The Climate Connection (#TheClimateConnection) is a new podcast series from the British Council which explores the relationship between the climate crisis and language education. Across the ten episodes, we’ll hear from a wide range of leading practitioners working in the sector – teachers, trainers, researchers, publishers and authors. We’ll travel from Colombia to China, Moldova to Mali, and Palestine to Poland in our quest to share what’s happening at the cutting edge of climate action in language education. In partnership with the Oxford English Dictionary, we’ll also learn more ...

Brought to you by the British Fashion Council, a series of conversations with designers and the broader creative community, all of whom play a vital role in the fashion industry’s culture and reputation, promoting British creativity on a global scale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Workspace Unwired is a fresh new podcast brought to you by the BCO in which we delve into everything workspace and work places, from the people that make it happen, the places that it helps create, the planet that we need to protect as we redesign, retrofit and deliver fresh workspaces and the policies and practices that are impacting the sector today and tomorrow.

How do Chinese medicine practitioners actually think and talk about their medicine? Hear the leading minds in Chinese medicine in the Western world discuss the most important issues facing this great tradition and its transition into the modern world. A podcast initiative of the British Acupuncture Council.

Welcome to Selector: Behind The Music by the British Council, where we dive deep into the key issues and opportunities within the music sector. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a passionate music enthusiast, Behind The Music connects you with compelling stories, insights, and the pulse of global music scenes. Discover how music transforms cultures, connects communities, and inspires innovation.Join us and plug into the beat that resonates worldwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our World, Connected is a brand-new podcast from the British Council, placing you at the heart of the biggest global conversations about culture, connection, and empowerment. Join host Christine Wilson, Director of British Council Research and Insight, and a diverse lineup of world-renowned experts and thinkers as they examine the most pressing issues of our time - and uncover the human stories behind them. We’ll explore the transformative power of arts, culture, language, and education amidst global challenges like peacebuilding, sustainable development, climate change, and the growth of AI...

The British Beauty Council commissions, collaborates on, authors, and shares relevant reports that address key topics and ideas prevalent within the hair, beauty and wellness industry. Working with key forecasters, analysts, and policy-makers, the resources are provide readers with trusted information on order to raise the reputation of the beauty industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.