{"id":11480,"date":"2025-10-15T10:34:48","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T10:34:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/?p=11480"},"modified":"2025-10-17T21:10:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T21:10:34","slug":"from-sao-paulo-to-shanghai-fresh-perspectives-from-the-isc-podcast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/from-sao-paulo-to-shanghai-fresh-perspectives-from-the-isc-podcast\/","title":{"rendered":"From S\u00e3o Paulo to Shanghai: Fresh Perspectives from the ISC Podcast"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The International School Community (ISC) Podcast<\/a><\/strong> continues to expand\u2014bringing educators authentic, data-driven insights drawn from thousands of member-submitted comments on international schools around the world. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned teacher abroad or exploring your first overseas post, these episodes deliver firsthand perspectives on what life and work are really like at international schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f New Episodes to Explore<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Following popular episodes on Seoul Foreign School, Singapore American School, and NIST Bangkok, the ISC Podcast now features a dynamic mix of school spotlights<\/strong> and global comparison episodes<\/strong> that reveal what educators are saying behind the scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 17<\/a> \u2013 Comparing 6 International Schools in Brazil<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A deep look at teacher experiences across six major Brazilian campuses, from S\u00e3o Paulo to Bras\u00edlia. Learn how compensation, curriculum, and campus culture compare\u2014directly through ISC member voices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 16<\/a> \u2013 Comparing International School Housing Allowances<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Housing is one of the most discussed benefits on ISC. This episode uncovers patterns in teacher housing packages, revealing how allowances differ across regions and school types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 15<\/a> \u2013 Tarsus American College<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of Turkey\u2019s most historic international schools, blending academic rigor with strong community roots. Hear what teachers value most\u2014and where the challenges lie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 14<\/a> \u2013 Stamford American International School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set in Singapore\u2019s vibrant education scene, this episode highlights staff reflections on workload, resources, and leadership, helping teachers understand what it\u2019s like to work in a large international system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 13<\/a> \u2013 Inside the Classroom: How International School Students Really Behave<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A candid conversation built from hundreds of member comments about student behavior, motivation, and parental expectations across international contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 12<\/a> \u2013 Western International School of Shanghai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s it like teaching in China\u2019s fast-moving international sector? This episode shares staff experiences with leadership, curriculum adaptation, and expat life in Shanghai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 11<\/a> \u2013 Copenhagen International School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover one of Scandinavia\u2019s flagship IB schools\u2014its facilities, leadership culture, and what teachers say about life and work in Denmark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Episode 10<\/a> \u2013 Comparing 8 International Schools in Indonesia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore eight diverse Indonesian schools through member feedback covering workload, management, and benefits\u2014ideal for anyone considering Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcbc Why the ISC Podcast Stands Out<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Powered by AI-curated insights<\/strong> and fueled by real educator feedback<\/strong>, the ISC Podcast<\/a> transforms ISC\u2019s extensive database of comments into compelling, easy-to-digest storytelling. Each episode blends data with lived experience, saving you hours of research while giving a clearer picture of global teaching trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udd12 Go Deeper with Exclusive Content<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Want to hear full-length stories, behind-the-scenes commentary, and bonus comparisons? Support the ISC mission on Patreon<\/a><\/strong> to unlock exclusive educator-focused content and help keep the podcast growing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udce9 Have a School or Topic in Mind?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re always looking for new schools and global education themes to feature. Share your ideas<\/a> with us\u2014the ISC Podcast amplifies the real voices of international educators, and your story could be next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfa7 Ready to Listen?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Find the latest episodes on your favorite podcast platform or visit our ISC Podcast page<\/a><\/strong> to start exploring today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The International School Community (ISC) Podcast continues to expand\u2014bringing educators authentic, data-driven insights drawn from thousands of member-submitted comments on international schools around the world. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned teacher abroad or exploring your first overseas post, these episodes deliver firsthand perspectives on what life and work are really like at international schools. \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f New […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":false,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[3139],"tags":[3184,237,802,304,3140,3142,1900,1619,3185,676],"class_list":["post-11480","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-isc-podcast","tag-brazil","tag-copenhagen-international-school","tag-housing-allowance","tag-indonesia","tag-isc-podcast","tag-podcast","tag-stamford-american-international-school","tag-student-behavior","tag-tarsus-american-college","tag-western-international-school-of-shanghai"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p2flVT-2Za","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":11200,"url":"https:\/\/internationalschoolcommunity.com\/blog\/from-the-community-to-your-ears-isc-podcast-launches-with-the-american-school-of-dubai\/","url_meta":{"origin":11480,"position":0},"title":"From the Community to Your Ears: ISC Podcast Launches with the American School of Dubai","author":"ISCommunity","date":"October 27, 2024","format":false,"excerpt":"The International School Community (ISC) is excited to announce the launch of our brand-new podcast series, designed to bring the experiences and insights of international school professionals to life in an engaging, accessible format. 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