806. PERSEVERANCE, POSITIVITY & PRACTICE with Santiago Ruiz de Velasco from Oxford University Press

Santiago has a top job in the English teaching industry. He is the managing director of English teaching at Oxford University Press, but English is not his first language. He learned it as an adult when he moved to London in his 20s. This conversation explores how he progressed in his English learning and in his career, while dealing with daily challenges and failures n English. The conclusions are that motivation and positivity are vital, you have to keep going through the difficult times, and you can achieve great things in your career in English even if you're not perfect. This episode should be a boost for the confidence of all English learners! Keep an open mind, keep your eyes on the prize, keep going and your English WILL improve!
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[@anzgabriel]

Impeccable Luke... You wouldn't believe how much I enjoy your episodes. And this particular one has been superb... so rich!! "Connection, not perfection". 35 years ago I went to Australia for 1 year and a half, 99% of the time with country people and workers; and after hearing you saying this phrase: "connection, not perfection" I do realise now that my communication with most of the Aussies was based on connection fundamentally. All the best to you (from the Patagonia Argentina)

[@motleyd]

Salute to all English learners worldwide. Hope everyone could improve English one step further.

[@davbah3969]

I think he deserves the job he has. He knows how difficult learning english is unlike many native speakers.

[@susultetrabuanasoeryo4217]

Thanks. Mr. Luke, be seen at Deplangu beach, desa Kertajaya, south Pandglang. Happy Christmas at Summerday.

[@cesarlisboa4733]

Thanks Luke. I´m really appreciated the interview. I´m 42 and every day I´m trying do my best to learn. This episode bring positive thoughts, resilience learning and never give up! Cheers from Brazil!!

[@samarbennafa227]

Very motivating episode, and it's encouraging to keep going both in life and in English learning journey. Thank you Luke and to your humble guest Santi.

[@user-iz8ul2me1q]

Luke, hi! Why i don't stop admiring you, your rich English language, your approach to what you do? Because you are brilliant! I love you, and i love Jeremy Brett whom i have discovered recently quite by chance. I wish you all the best, Luke, you are such a good person!

[@M.Hermoso]

I found this podcast very useful. I am in the process of learning the English language as Spanish and your advice was inspiring. Congratulations Lucas. Your way of transmitting is clear, humble and kind.

[@changxiangqi9257]

A few years ago, I listened to an episode of you describing how your daughter was born and how brave and calm your wife was. I don't know how old your daughter is now, might be a primary school student. After that, due to the huge workload, I didn't continue listening to your podcast. Today, during the Chinese spring festival, I happend to find you and watched this video on youtube, when you were talking about the 3Ps, it kinda fuels me to pick up English again and step on this crazy quixotic adventure of English learning. It is true that we can just enjoy the process of learning, the connection with people, and let go of the perfect accent, perfect grammar, etc.

[@karenjarrinaguilar7186]

I continue improving my english and I spend 2 years in England and I started to love this amazing language, I would like someday speak as good as Santi does. Thanks for this podcast ❤

[@mr.franco4572]

Thanks a lot for sharing with us such an interesting interview, Luke. Learning a language is not an easy task, it needs patience and hard work. It is worthwhile though. Greetings from Uruguay.

[@tomasmarco2470]

Hi, Luke. Like Santi, I am a native Spanish speaker. I agree with him that some accents are prohibitively hard to understand even for upper intermediate English students. Even though that sometimes I feel clumsy when speaking English, as you say, I have to keep going, leaning in the failure. Quixotic targets are inspiring, but we have know that learning a language is a never ending process. It's a crisp midday here in Buenos Aires, so it is nice to crack on with the rest of your episodes.

[@heran6899]

Keep your chin up!. Exposure is key - reading a lot, listening a lot, socializing a lot in English. Lean into failure, don't hide from it. English is a broad church - there's a lot of diversity in it. Intelligibility and Identity. It is about connection not perfection. As a native Korean speaker, I love the idea that I can make another cultural identity when I speak English. I feel like I am becoming a different character whenever I speak English. Sometimes, I dreamed in English that is not quite often but lead me to "quixotic' world, though which not easy to describe. I am so grateful to know that this channel as well as meet Santiago in the KZbin.

[@SNZhon]

Hello! These words are inspiring, thank you for such a review. The above speaks to my heart!

[@catherinefouchere2071]

C est vraiment super de faire ce travail et de le mettre à disposition des autres. Merci et bravo

[@josebenito15]

Santiago's English is definitely "top notch".. Not the faintest doubt about that.. But it is also truth that he didn't lose his Spanish accent through that long journey.. Which is laudable // Thanks so much for sharing this Video with us. It was entertaining and helpful. Keep on posting and Greetings from Spain 🔆

[@homer2384]

Another amazing podcast. I've listened to this podcast twice as you advised. Some useful insights to take away from this. Especially, the way Santi defined how successful his English is with 2 levels. It's new with me. I will think about more on that "internal definition of success" myself. Thanks a lot!!

[@someone-tm5gv]

In my journey with languages confidence is up and down literary everyday the key is to accept that

[@miguelangelruiz2090]

Great episode Luke and Santi, really encouraging. For those who complain about Santi's english level or accent... I would like to know how well do they speak spanish. Go ahead Santi and Luke.

[@kidcharlemagne3478]

Hi, Luke!this is Hannah! I have been listening to your podcast for a year! It’s my favourite English podcast! I live in the UK! I love your accent, it’s very clear and beautiful! You have proper humour too! Support, support,support!

[@demodemo-ge5ww]

Hello All It's my first comment even if i've been listening to LEP vidéos for a long time Just want to thank this guy for his commitment and the effort that he put on those vidéos to help us improve english

[@martagamez7160]

I have absolutely loved the ideas and experiences shared in this episode. This content is so much needed for learners of a new language. Thank you both. I enjoyed it.

[@MHZ-gc2bw]

I also think this is one of the best videos about learning a new language - phenomenal!

[@esrufu]

Gran entrevista! Me ha gustado mucho, Santi tiene razón, todas las pelis en España están dobladas, es imposible escuchar inglés en la tele, ahora con internet ha cambiado todo, pero reconozco que la enseñanza del inglés en España ha sido penosa y por tanto hemos estado muy atrasados en aprenderlo. Gracias Luke pour tu canal de KZbin!

[@mahindasiriwardena7404]

Warm greetings from Sri Lanka.I'm going to enjoy this episode very much and so will everyone else listening to this conversation. Natural, spontaneous language is being spoken. As far as OUP products are concerned, I'm a fan of books on English language and I have been using the OALD since 1987 and in addition I like the Oxford Collocation Dictionary, which is with me since 2017. Apart from that I have got other OUP publications, specially those related to language teaching and learning. I have books about English language published by the Cambridge University Press. All these books are very useful. It's encouraging to watch a Spanish speaking English at this level in addition to his achievement in terms of the present job he does at the OUP. It's a good example that even adults can acquire a second language effectively if the right methods are employed and the learner is equipped with the proper attitude. Thanks Luke for bringing this important discussion to your audience who are dedicated to acquiring English as their second language. Bless you two!!!

[@celtellez8085]

Thanks teacher Luke, this conversation was so encouraging for me, now I'm getting prepared for an examination to get B2+, or maybe, who knows, get the C1 level. But what made me reflect the most was about the pronunciation is part of my identity and I don't have to speak perfectly but trying to communicate or make myself understood and connect to people

[@webehigh9574]

I totally agreed with you :)

[@saulealtybayeva6178]

Adore Luke’s speech manner, smart and interesting content of each video! Thanks a lot!

[@adrianaalgranti6335]

Fantastic to know Santiago and his trajectory into English learnings and career. Thank you for this episode and the final hints from it. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻

[@justynas4929]

After listening to the interview, I want to right away sit down to the dictionary. A very interesting and inspiring conversation between two men who are passionate about learning languages. Thank you very much!

[@r.m.relaxingmusic216]

Thank you Luke for the episode, it was really interesting, for me I am on 45 and I am continuing learning English to get advanced level, iam really intending to get access to Glasgow online master program Appreciate you again to the prodcast

[@gracielalilianazara4333]

Hello Mr. Luke. I want to tell you that your skills as English teacher are magnífics. I think that teaching a language in context Is the best way of doing. Congratulation to Santiago for having reach such a wonderful job. Besides, the books from the Oxford University are excellent. I have had the opportunity of using them at a private school with little kids who learn English as a second language and the results were very succesfull. Well, Mr. Luke, all my respects to you And keep on sharing your knowdledge! P.D. could you please, pause a little?(for listening to the pronunciation in a better way?

[@c.h.5323]

I like all Oxford Press .U , have GOT some of the dictionaries , and many books that I usually read since I started studing English, an it's my favourite dictionary, and have in on my laptop.

[@abdessamedghettas7167]

Thank you both of you , i find him great and inspiring for non English speakers and language learners

[@martamariadefatimadiezojed6455]

I’m very motivated with your podcast all of these are interesting, you are a brilliant teacher! Thank you a lot!

[@Atmanyatri]

I love listening to your podcast everyday, thank you so much

[@arirubio8011]

Hi Luke, this interview has been so interesting ! It was great to hear from him that sometimes there are no rules to explain the use of English. I really admire your work. Thanks a lot to you and Santi! Ari from Argentina

[@luisvalderre]

Buen dia!! Te encontré en KZbin y te felicito por tu trabajo... EXCELENTE!!!! Un oyente más de tu podcast y un multiplicador en Argentina!!! GRACIAS POR AYUDARNOS A APRENDER TU LENGUA!!! Un gran Abrazo! Luis.

[@bert_17]

Great episode as always, Luke! It's always interesting to hear the story of what others have been through learning another language.

[@marinaterrosi885]

Nice conversation and wonderful topic. I'll never master English at an extremely advanced level, but I can continue enjoying the process of learning even though I would like to give up at times. Encouraging conversation 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@literaturebymunazza8182]

Hi teacher Luke I am from Pakistan I start my day watching your lessons as English isn't our first language and we have to work hard for learning.I am currently studying at a university completing my degree in English Literature your lessons help me a lot to learn more everyday. Thank you.

[@maya.7057]

Thank you so much, Luke! This is such an exciting and uplifting interview! I wish I could speak as fluently as Santiago Ruiz! :) It's miles away though so far!

[@gadetimoun7252]

Great Luke, i discovered your channel a few weeks ago. How wonderful your podcast ! Thanks for helping me to improve my english 😊

[@marimegonzalez7259]

I loved it! As a Spaniard I can relate to Santi in many aspects. Lo e oUP books, by the way I also have this gem of first edition of Headway. As well as the other ones. Thank you, I learnt a lot.

[@carmencnb5573]

Thank you, it was an amaizing podcast 👏! Congratulations and a big thanks!

[@beba5182]

Tanks you God bless you

[@Taniaflowers239]

Thank you so much. I've been learning English for a long time. And now I think I know nothing. So I like your videos and your guests.

[@palomaluara]

I was loving listen this podcast to help me improve my English. Was amazing interview! Thank for all 🌷🤗

[@user-de2og4wq7h]

Hello, Luck! So nice to see you!) I've been only listening to you but have never seen you! As I expected you look totally different than I imagined) I really like listening to your podcast, you do so useful and essential thing! A big thank you for your work!🤗

[@user-iz8ul2me1q]

Margarita, hi. His name is spelled Luke. Good luck to you!

[@bilginsolak4404]

thank you so much Luke.All of your lessons are amazing and wonderful also so helpful for me

[@yavuzselimoksuz6795]

it is a nice conservation. Thank you so much

[@HermesIsmaelFarinaBobadi-qi7zb]

Brave!! Santi!!....Go Ahead!!!

[@user-ol4yc1sm4m]

Luke thank you! In this dark days you and your guests are my rays of Sun)

[@dawa4706]

Thank you so much Teacher Luke,interesting topic.I am learning from you a lot, I always have hard time expressing when communicating, thank you again to you,I usually don’t comment,because might mistakes.

[@sienzo3293]

Oh my god his English learning story resonates so much with me... That's so real🤣Thank you for this podcast I'll keep learning!!

[@kayden900]

Hi Like, I've just started listening to your podcasts and I'm loving them!!

[@marianaaraujo5436]

Very,Very interesting. You are a good interwier -If I could say that - people feel confidence and It flows, we can get the best from them. Thank you.

[@lenovoisleworth958]

Overall, a great evidence of how far you can get just due to being confident and putting yourself out there. I can also guess that S possesses good personality traits....

[@pedrorondotradio5407]

Luke. You are the best; a great english teacher.

[@user-id7cr2ez7q]

Luke, you're very inspiring!

[@Salim-jx6ib]

I pray god to bless you and your family for all that you do for us

[@angelazhang6772]

It’s very encouraging conversations about learning English and I really like the flavor English/accent idea.

[@moonspoon4402]

Hi Luke, it's was so inspiring, so I went to buy the English file to work with, and it's the air I needed. Thank you all

[@junluhe129]

Thank you very much Luke. Your episode is really fascinating.

[@inigomartinez332]

Hi luke. I guess you are already cracking on with the next exoisode. I won´t miss it. Santi I hope you come back as soon a possible to Bilbao. The old town and its great ambiance is waiting for you. Thanks a lot for sharing your experience.

[@yasinortakc6170]

Many thanks, it was a very interesting and motivating podcast.

[@raquelortiz6131]

It is a pleasure for me to have discovered you. Your English is marvellous!

[@saikoukrachid7357]

Congrats nice episode sir Luke,I follow you from Morocco you do great job something different,I love your account amazing podcast i Dowland every episode keep going and nice to see you 👍👍👍👍👍

[@sofia6416]

It has been an inspiration to not give up.

[@rustiandaud]

Thanks mr. Luke everyday i learn english listening for prepapration TOEFL test

[@jeanceballj4410]

Thanks a lot for this great video and yours very useful advisements.

[@alidiyane-1923]

Think you very much for this podcast

[@lalmuanpuiamuanpuia4156]

I appreciate your work and started learning english to be fluent

[@romanvladimirovichpetrikov4947]

Hello, everybody! We love ❤ you Luke here in Russia. Peace to everyone! Luke please, could you do an episode about making Peace with your great family or your superb friends, please?

[@Bilanu]

Thank you Luke, still I'm enjoying listening your podcast great work . #Nairobi kenya

[@Abdilahi0909]

You are somali hhh

[@sharonyansz]

It's really encouraged me! Thanks~

[@walalahafilms1502]

Wonderful luka I really appreciate to you this wonderful interview with Santiago 😊

[@inganagifka]

Similar experience. Nothing is impossible. You never know where life will take you ✨️

[@patriciaparreno9346]

I loved the guy! Thank u so much Luke!

[@sibelkesici4811]

Thank you this program is perfect

[@estefania2542]

Very motivating!!! Thanks you ❤🇦🇷

[@rodrigobetussi]

Hi Luke! Great conversation with Santi! Motivating episode, thanks for this!

[@ajausayas]

I’m Spaniard, I lived for nearly 10 years in London and all the things that Santi is saying here sound so familiar to me😅

[@Selfloveyoga1111]

Interesting conversation and can relate to many things that Santiago said

[@7amTVKrems]

What a sensational video! The video is informative and useful.

[@tchernobalde8106]

Amazing Teachers

[@joannabrzozowska9171]

I really want to thank you for what you do. It is always so valuable material to learn the real language. Thank you a lot:) Greetings from Poland:)

[@0904The]

Luke, pls do you have episode how to prepare myself for B2 certification? Step by step? Where do you speaking about vocabulary or to help me about writing/ listening? Regards You do nice job😊

[@urshurakdieohnekanal9291]

Brilliant and inspirational episode!!!

[@Nicki-jk9th]

He's just a lucky man who was given a great opportunity and he took it

[@jirisam7619]

Heyyy my First time here, and it's so peaceful to me to understand his accent, because I don't know why I don't understand a lot American accent 🥺😭😅

[@abdoumalek4070]

thank you so much for this great job

[@user-ml9uo2fm8d]

Thank you fromThailand😊🙏. Original of English eccent English language

[@c.h.5323]

My brother's first name is Santi like him. I can tell he's from Spain, though His. English is perfect

[@missrhoma9104]

A follower from SA 🇸🇦 ✋️

[@heybet_memmedov]

Thanks so much teacher

[@happyicha1175]

Thanks Luke for this episode... Very interesting. I am still waiting the episode who you collabs with your father Mr. Thompson.

[@kanthisbhandary1063]

You are always positive Luke, We feel very comfortable after listening every podcast of you to speak English just like. It's hard but it's keep going

[@elenagherardi3080]

Fantastic! I also used OUP material when I was at university in Italy. Ciao Luke!

[@elenagherardi3080]

As a student...

[@aruneeheron3317]

Wow, I was 2 hours late for your live podcast! Impressive, Santi.

[@agatakorczynska5831]

Very inspiring interview. 👏🏻🙂

[@rosechase185]

His English is good!! I like his confidence…

[@fadumofh]

Good to see you and guests

[@Fatimazahra-vv9rt]

Amazing and motivational video thanks