RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

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Welcome to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We’ve been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components: Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World Mastery: How to become a confident Global Citizen In this podcast, you will listen to fun, relevant and dynamic English conversations with me and other experienced fluency coaches. These lessons are designed to help you become a confident, natural English speaker AND Global Citizen. You will learn: - The vocabulary, phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang that you ACTUALLY need to know - How to understand fast-spoken English from various native and advanced non-native fluency coaches - Native pronunciation and Connected Speech (How natives reduce, cut and connect the sounds) And so much more! By the way, to get the best experience with our podcast, we highly recommend you listen to it on the RealLife English App. With every episode you get a full, interactive transcript and vocabulary definitions. That way, you won’t miss a single thing! Just search for RealLife English in your favorite app store. Subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a single new episode. Aww yeah! Download the App: https://reallifeglobal.com/app/

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#340 How Practicing WRITING Helps You SPEAK English Better — Try These Different, Fun Exercises
33:59

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If you want to speak fluent English, there are some things you need to do. You need to practice speaking any chance you get, study pronunciation and listen to a lot of English. But there’s another skill that can help you speak English better but is not that talked about: WRITING. In this episode, Ethan and Thiago discuss the importance of writing for your English fluency and your communication skills.

 

 

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Jun 06, 2023
#339 Can You Speak Two Languages? Learn How This IMPROVES Your Health and Brain Capacity, and More!
28:16

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Learning a second language such as English can certainly bring you benefits. Not only is it helpful to travel, but also for getting better work and study opportunities. But did you know that there are also health benefits to learning a second language? In today’s episode, Thiago & Cassé discuss some of the health benefits that learning a second language brings to your brain.

 

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May 29, 2023
#338 Why You Can Understand English, but Can’t Speak it — What You Need to Know to Unlock Your Speaking Skills
38:14

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Do you understand English but can’t speak it fluently? You are not alone. Understanding a language involves the ability to comprehend words, phrases, and sentences when they are spoken or written. Speaking, on the other hand, requires not only comprehension but also the ability to form sentences, use grammar and vocabulary correctly, and pronounce words accurately. In today’s episode, we discuss ONE possible reason for this problem and what you can do about it.

 

 

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May 22, 2023
#337 How to Raise a Bilingual Child, The Secret to Teaching English to Your Children, and More!
33:33

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Many parents have the dream of making their child bilingual. There are definitely benefits to raising a bilingual child, but how do you go about it? What strategies should you adopt? In this episode, Thiago and Cassé discuss some of the main strategies parents use to teach their children a second language.  

 

 

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May 16, 2023
#336 How I Learn & Never Forget Words in English Watching Movies and Series, Showing Method in Practice with Netflix Series, and More!
42:06

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In today’s episode, Thiago shares his favorite method (step by step) to learn English with movies and TV series. You will learn some tips and strategies you can use to get the most out of this media. Plus, you’ll see this method being applied live with a fun clip.

 

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May 09, 2023
#335 Understand Movies and Series in ENGLISH — How Natives Use the B-Word
39:14

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One of the things successful English learners are able to do is understand language in various situations. And that includes understanding curse words. In today's episode, we talk about all the various uses of the word "Bitch" in English and we share our take on cursing and swearing. While we don't recommend using these kinds of words lightly, it is important that you can understand them when watching a movie or talking to some native speakers.

 

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May 01, 2023
#334 Is Learning Grammar Boring to You?... Here's How I Learn It (And Why I Simply LOVE IT!)
26:16

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Most people don't like studying English grammar because they think it's boring. In today's episode, Thiago (our fluency coach) will tell you why he loves grammar, and thinks it's an awesome aspect of the language, and how YOU can learn it in a fun way.

 

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Apr 25, 2023
#333 How Your Personal Values Define Your Life's Destiny, Speaking Like Will Smith, and Exercising Curiosity
45:18

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Our values are the principles that guide our thoughts, actions, and decisions. They shape our character and define who we are as individuals. Without a clear understanding of our values, we may find ourselves feeling lost, unsure of our purpose, and disconnected from what truly matters to us. In this episode, we'll talk about the benefits of identifying and living according to our values, including greater fulfillment, clarity, and direction in life.

 

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Apr 18, 2023
#332 Want to Live in Another Country? Let's Talk About Moving Abroad: Challenges, Preparation, Motivations
46:18

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Sometimes all you need in life is a great adventure. In today's episode, we talk about moving to a country where you don't speak the language, taking a job opportunity abroad and how all that connects to your identity.

 

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Apr 10, 2023
#331 How You Can Reduce Your Accent in English (and Should You?), Analyzing the English of Celebrities, and More
47:28

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In today's globalized world, accent plays a crucial role in effective communication, making it imperative to address its importance in English language learning. Mastering YOUR English accent not only boosts comprehension and confidence but also helps you navigate social and professional settings with ease. But how do you go about working on your accent in English? Is there a "correct" accent to learn? Listen to today's episode if you want to hear our take on this topic.

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Apr 04, 2023
#330 Simple Idea to Practice Your English and Have Fun
36:25

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Community plays a vital role in English learning as it provides opportunities for learners to practice their language skills in a supportive and engaging environment. Therefore, it is essential to seek out communities, whether online or in-person, to enhance and enrich your English learning journey.

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The tribes we lead - Seth Godin

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Mar 27, 2023
#329 ChatGPT, Using AI for Practicing Your English, Should English Teachers be Afraid of Losing their Jobs to AI, and More
56:04

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ChatGPT and other AI technologies have taken the world by storm. But what does that mean for us going forward? Is it possible to use these technologies to learn English effectively? And most importantly, will these technologies replace traditional English learning? Join us in this discussion where we talk about these and other intriguing questions.

 

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ChatGPT

BingAI

 

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Mar 20, 2023
#328 How Focusing on Your Goals Could Be Bad For You, Leonardo DiCaprio, and the Oscars
41:03

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What do your English learning and Leonardo DiCaprio have in common? Well, more than you might think. In this episode, we talk about achievements and why just focusing on your goals is a bad strategy when it comes to your English learning.

 

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How You Can Become a Fluent English Speaker ALONE

How I Understand 100% of What Natives Say

Marlon Brando's Best Actor Oscar win for "The Godfather" | Sacheen Littlefeather

 

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Mar 13, 2023
#327 How to Talk About Your Travel Stories, Experience at Hotel: Expectation vs. Reality, and When Monkeys Invade Your House
41:27

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Vacation or staycation? You know, not taking time off can be a huge complication! Whether you see a coral snake next to you or make a Taxi Driver blush with embarrassment, travel stories are always fun to share. In today's episode, we'll have some fun by sharing some memorable experiences we've had while traveling.

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Mar 06, 2023
#326 Remembering Our School Days, Stories From When We Were Kids, and Drugs Disguised as Candies
51:47

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When you speak English, you have to talk about yourself, right? What you do for a living, your likes and dislikes, and of course, your past experiences. In today’s lesson, we’re going to share some of our childhood stories with you, which will give you some ideas and relevant vocabulary that will help you become more proficient at talking about your life when you get the opportunity to speak. Plus, you’ll learn English with Breaking Bad and the news, and learn how to connect your English to the things you enjoy.

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Feb 27, 2023
#325 How You Can Understand 100% of What Natives Say, Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse, and What Jack Sparrow Can Teach You About Learning English
31:33

In this episode, Thiago will share how he went from lost and confused to understanding almost 100% of what natives say. You'll also learn what zombies have to do with learning English and gain some pirate wisdom.

 

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Links:

Learn English with Will Smith in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

American English Slang with Will Smith

Fresh Prince of Bel-Air - Will's Father leaves

Zombieland - Bill Murray

324: The Definitive Guide to Becoming a NATURAL English Speaker: The RealLife Way

 

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Feb 20, 2023
#324 The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a CONFIDENT, NATURAL English Speaker: The RealLife Way
40:42

Today we’re talking about something near and dear to our hearts - The RealLife Way. The RealLife Way is our unique method that we use to help learners from all around the world to improve their English. It consists of three very simple, but super powerful components - LIVE, CONNECT & ACTIVATE. In today’s episode you’ll learn how you can apply these three components to your learning so you can take your English to the next level.

 

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Questions from the podcast to LIVE it, CONNECT it, ACTIVATE it:

1) What do I usually do in my free time?

2) What are my hobbies?

3) What topics am I interested in? (Technology, Business, Psychology, etc)

4) What do I already do in my life that could easily be done in English?

5) How can I make English learning convenient for me?

 

Links:

#316: Our Daily Routine To Keep Our English Sharp

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

#323: How To Motivate Yourself To FINALLY Get Fluent In 2023

The Secret to Go from Intermediate to ADVANCED English

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Feb 13, 2023
#323 How To Motivate Yourself To FINALLY Get Fluent In 2023
43:41

According to research, 80% of people abandon their New Year's resolutions by February. Alarming, isn't it? If you've decided that you want to take your English to the next level this year, we need to tell you something: Motivation alone is not going to get you there. You need something much more powerful. In today's episode, we'll tell you what this powerful thing is and how you can follow through with your English learning.

 

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How To Motivate Yourself (2023) - Free PDF

Amy Cuddy TED Talk - Fake it Till You Make it

How Perfectionism Is Preventing You From Achieving YOUR Best English

James Clear, Atomic Habits — Strategies for Mastering Habits, Questions for Growth, and Much More

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

 

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Feb 06, 2023
#322 What Nobody Told You About Motivation, The Best Way to Build New Habits, and Other Simple Hacks for a Better Life
35:53

You should stop trying to become fluent in English. We know, this is a strange thing to say, but if you make fluency your only goal, you may simply never achieve it. Here's the good news: If, instead, you develop PROFICIENCY, you will naturally get fluent. So that begs the question, how do you develop Proficiency in English?

 

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Save Time and ACTUALLY Get FLUENT in English | Shannon Kennedy from Eurolinguiste

How You Can Become a Fluent English Speaker ALONE

#309: Are You Learning WRONG With TV Series And Movies? Learn The RIGHT way!

#316: Our Daily Routine To Keep Our English Sharp

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Jan 31, 2023
#321 How to Improve Your English for WORK
35:52

Have you seen learners who use their English at work at a high level of proficiency, and can speak fluently about their projects; they do presentations, lead meetings, and seem to sound very professional when you talk to them?
If you also want to improve your life, get better job opportunities, and realize your dreams just like they're doing, then you're probably thinking... There's gotta be something specific that can help me, like taking a course on Business or Professional English. Or do I need to learn the difference between formal and informal English?
Well, we're here to answer exactly this question, and give you the definitive key to mastering English for work.

 

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#289: How to Live, Speak & Master English in the Real World

#315: Studying English Should NOT Be Boring — How to Make it Fun & Easy

https://www.ted.com/talks

https://www.toastmasters.org/

Allen Iverson We Talkin About Practice

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Jan 23, 2023
#320 5 Things You Absolutely Must Know About English Learning
31:37

We all want to be successful at something we decide to do. You've decided to learn English. You've decided that learning English is important for you and it can help you live a better life. But there are a few non-negotiable things you need to know in order to succeed. These are called "Universal Truths." Whether you're a low-intermediate, upper-intermediate or advanced speaker of English, keeping these truths in mind will help you take your English to the level you want.

 

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319: 5 Common Grammar Mistakes Learners Make

 

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Jan 16, 2023
#319 5 Common Grammar Mistakes Learners Make
35:21

As an English learner, you’ve probably encountered challenges with the grammar of the language. You know, you say or write something and you think to yourself “Is this correct?”. In today’s episode, we’ll list 5 common grammar mistakes English learners make and how to avoid them. Plus, we’ll give you some tips on how you can make learning grammar fun for yourself.

 

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From No English to Native-level, Veronika Shares her Top Secrets

Common Mistakes in ENGLISH — How to Use Prepositions of TIME & PLACE Correctly

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Jan 09, 2023
#318 5 Things that Successful English Speakers Do
35:24

Everybody wants to discover the easy way to get things done, right? We all like the idea of "hacking" our way through something, that is, to accomplish something by employing a different approach, and end up spending significantly less time or energy as a result.
So, today, we'll be sharing different questions about English that some of our Fluency Circle members have sent us, and in response, we'll be giving you many tips and hacks on how to develop your English fluency in a SMART way.
These are PROVEN things that successful learners do, and that you can try as well!

 

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Studocu.com - Book on Etymology mentioned by Casse

Websites mentioned by Thiago:

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baamboozle.com
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Jan 02, 2023
#317 Lacoste? Xerox? How to Pronounce These 16 Brand Names in English CORRECTLY
28:15

Do you pronounce these brand names correctly? Join us in this fun episode, where Cassé and Thiago will teach how to pronounce some of the world’s most famous brands in English.

 

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Dec 26, 2022
#316 Our Daily Routine To Keep Our English Sharp
42:02

Do you often feel unprepared to use your English when an opportunity appears in real life?
Imagine that you just met somebody from another country at work, and now you have to quickly unlock your communication skills in English in order to have a good conversation. Are you nervous that when you do get a chance to speak, like in this situation, you'll just freeze?
If this sounds like the kind of situation you could go through, today's episode was made just for you! We will tell you what you need to do to keep your communication skills sharp — to keep them READY to be used, any time, anywhere!

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The paradox of choice | Barry Schwartz
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Dec 20, 2022
#315 Studying English Should NOT Be Boring — How to Make it Fun & Easy
32:00

Connecting your passions and hobbies with your English learning is a surefire way to not only enjoy the process but also improve your English considerably. In today’s episode, a very special guest from the RealLife team will share his story on how he became fluent in English, and how you can do the same.

 

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Dec 12, 2022
#314 The Solution To Feeling Insecure To Speak English
36:34

Do you get nervous every time you want to express your thoughts and ideas in an English conversation? Or maybe just the thought of opening your mouth to speak in English feels paralyzing! Maybe you're constantly missing out on important opportunities in life because you can’t quite SPEAK confident, natural English? The solution may be simpler than you imagine. Today you’ll find out about what three expert fluency coaches do to speak other languages with more confidence. And these are all things you can do yourself, without needing to travel or have a native-speaker friend to speak with.

 

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Dec 05, 2022
#313 Stop Speaking SCHOOL ENGLISH: Speak REAL ENGLISH With These Expressions
31:08

You probably know that the English you learn in traditional coursebooks is veeery different from the English you learn from fluent English speakers, whether in a conversation or in a movie. In today’s episode, we’ll teach you some useful informal phrases that you’re likely to see in movies, TV series or when speaking to native speakers in real life.

 

 

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Nov 28, 2022
#312 How To Advance Your English FAST: Start Teaching!
40:13

When you are at intermediate level, it’s much harder to see progress in your English learning. You find yourself in this intermediate zone that seems to last forever. Some people even call it the “plateau purgatory”.

But if you want to take your English to a true advanced level, there’s something you can do: Find someone to teach.

In today’s episode, we will share how teaching English helped us get a deeper understanding of the language, which in turn made us more advanced and proficient users of English. We’ll also share some tips on how you can use teaching to take your English to a whole other level.

 

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free. Download here


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Nov 21, 2022
#311 English Learning Story: My First Experience Traveling Abroad
24:30

Traveling opens your mind to different cultures, different experiences and a different way of seeing things. In today’s episode, a special guest from the RealLife Team shares her experience traveling abroad for the first time.

 

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Nov 14, 2022
#310 Learn The Basics Of English Grammar: How To Use Grammar To Speak English Better
31:08

If your English is already intermediate, resuming your grammar studies may be the solution to take it to the next level. Learning (or reviewing) the basics of English grammar will help you fix mistakes you might still be making at intermediate level so you can go on to have more advanced English and speak with more confidence. In today’s episode, you will learn some tips on how you can use grammar as your ally so you can speak confident, fluent English.

 

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Nov 07, 2022
#309 Are You Learning WRONG With TV Series And Movies? Learn The RIGHT way!
31:25

One of the best ways to learn English at home is by using movies and TV series. But there’s a right way to do this: Be more CURIOUS! In today’s episode, you will learn how to master your English with movies and TV series by becoming a more active learner. We’ll explain the difference between active and passive learning, and give you some tips on how you can make the best of your English practice.

 

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Oct 31, 2022
#308 Don't be Rude: 5 Ways To Start a Conversation Politely
27:30

Speaking English with people from different cultures is an enriching experience. However, if you’re not mindful of the other person’s cultural background, you could accidentally come across as rude, or even offensive, when trying to spark up a conversation in English.

In today’s episode, we’ll give you some tips on how to spark up your English conversation the right way and how to phrase your questions so that they are not considered insulting to some people.

 

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Oct 24, 2022
#307 English For Travel: How To Navigate Language Barriers When Traveling
32:40

In today’s globalized world, people are traveling more than ever. But how do you ensure you have a great travel experience when you go to a place where you don’t know the language? Is there any way to overcome the language barriers you are likely to encounter? In today’s episode, Ethan will share a bit about his latest travel experience to Italy, and give you valuable English tips for your next trip.

 

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The DNA Journey

ONE language, FOUR accents — USA vs. UK vs. S African vs. AUS English!

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Oct 17, 2022
#306 Learn English Vocabulary: Different Ways To Use the Word ASS in English
23:18

If you’re like most English learners, you’ve probably heard the word ASS used very frequently in English speaking songs, movies, and TV series. But did you know that ASS has a multitude of distinct uses that mean completely different things? Although you should definitely be very careful with all uses of this word, did you know that the use of this word is often not bad, but in fact it is often neutral or even positive? Today’s episode is going to be a lot of fun, so keep listening!


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Oct 10, 2022
#305 Essentialism: Tips To Learn English Better and Faster
28:17

Nowadays, there are more resources to learn English than ever. Still, it can be hard to know which topics to focus on, or which resources to use. Should I listen to podcasts in English? Should I learn English on Youtube? Should I hire a private Teacher? Should I take an online course? The possibilities are endless. This may sound counter-intuitive, but the truth is you don’t need to do all of those things to learn English effectively. In today’s episode, you will learn more about the concept of Essentialism - what it is, why it is important and how it can help you learn English better and faster.


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Oct 03, 2022
#304 Learn English with TED Talks: Do Schools Kill Creativity? Ken Robinson
31:14

Do schools kill creativity? Apparently, they do! In today’s episode, we’ll discuss some of the ideas presented by Sir Ken Robinson in his compelling TED talk, which has been viewed over 70 million times and it’s ranked #1 on the list of TED’s Most Popular Talks of All Time.

 


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Sep 26, 2022
#303 The 80/20 of Vocabulary: How to Advance Your English FAST!
33:58

What if I told you that in order for you to improve your English, you need to study less?

What we mean by that is you need to narrow your focus down to just a few essential topics. There’s so much information on the internet these days about English learning that it can be quite daunting to know which topics to focus on.

So today we will give you the three fundamental topics that we recommend you focus on. We call it the 80/20 of vocabulary.

 


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Sep 19, 2022
Welcome to RealLife English!
01:52

What’s up, Global Citizen? I’m Ethan, your RealLife English Fluency Coach, and I want to personally welcome you to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We’ve been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components:

Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker

Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World 

Mastery: How to become a confident Global Citizen

In this podcast, you will listen to fun, relevant and dynamic English conversations with me and other experienced fluency coaches. These lessons are designed to help you become a confident, natural English speaker AND Global Citizen. 

You will learn:

  • The vocabulary, phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang that you ACTUALLY need to know
  • How to understand fast-spoken English from various native and advanced non-native fluency coaches
  • Native pronunciation and Connected Speech (How natives reduce, cut and connect the sounds)

And so much more!

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Sep 14, 2022
#302 How to Start a Conversation in English: Best Conversation Starters That Work
27:51

Imagine you turn up at a party where you don’t know anybody. Or maybe it’s your first day at your new job. How do you engage someone in conversation? In today’s episode, we’ll give you some useful conversation starters that will help you feel more confident in social situations. By learning these, you will know exactly how to start a conversation with someone and avoid feeling awkward.

 


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Beyond Borders 16: Become a Better English Speaker and Avoid Misunderstandings | Cultural Awareness with Jennifer Kumar

Communicate Successfully at WORK | Jennifer Kumar from Authentic Journeys

11 Tips To SPEAK Better English as an Introvert

RealLife English Podcast #190: The Secret to Speaking English As An Introvert

 

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Sep 12, 2022
#301 Most Unexpected Things That Happened In Game of Thrones
33:47

Game of Thrones aired for 8 thrilling seasons and it’s become famous for subverting viewers’ expectations. Regardless, It is one of the most impactful shows ever put on television. In today’s episode, we share some of the most unexpected (and shocking) moments that happened in the world of Westeros. Plus, you will learn a lot of advanced vocabulary with us.

 


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Sep 05, 2022
SPECIAL: How to Live, Speak, and Master English with the RealLife App
23:24

In today’s special episode, founding RealLife Fluency Coaches, Justin and Ethan, share a big announcement about the RealLife English App, as well as how to meet and build confident, natural fluency with people from all around the world, how to use podcasts and flashcards to live, speak, and master English in the real world. Listen to the end of this episode for a special present that you don’t want to miss!

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Aug 30, 2022
#300 The Courage to Suck at Doing Something New: A Story of English Fluency Journey
28:18

Are you afraid of making mistakes in English? Well, being a successful English learner means having the courage to fail, dust yourself off and try again and again and again. In today’s episode, I’m joined by a very special guest who will share her English learning journey and how she went from fear to fluency!

 

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Aug 22, 2022
#299 Idioms in English: The Missing Ingredient To Understand Natives & Sound Advanced
26:29

If you want to sound more advanced when you speak English, you need to learn and use idioms. Idioms help you better understand natives in the media and using them will help you sound more confident and natural yourself. In today’s episode, we will give you the basics to understanding idioms in English and you will learn some cool idioms to spice up your vocabulary.

 

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Aug 15, 2022
#298 School English vs Street English: How to Speak Natural, Fluent English
42:38

If you want to sound more natural when speaking English, you need to STOP speaking “School English”. In today’s episode, you will learn some tips and tricks to sound more natural in English. You will also be able to better understand the difference between formal and informal English.

 

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Wayne's World (1992) Trailer

The Office - WASSUP!!!!!!

How to Have the Perfect Self Introduction in English | FREE TRAINING

 

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Aug 08, 2022
#297 Why FRIENDS is The Best TV Series to Learn English
36:03

Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Ross, Chandler and Joey. If these names ring a bell, then you are in for a treat! Friends premiered in 1994 and ran for 10 seasons. It is one of the most iconic and influential sitcoms from the 20th century. In today’s episode, we will be discussing why Friends is one of the best TV shows to learn English with. Plus, you will learn some great vocabulary with us.

 

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Aug 01, 2022
#296 Types of Native Jokes and How to Understand Them
44:05

Can you understand jokes in English? In today’s episode, you will learn the different types of jokes English speakers usually tell and how you can better understand humor in English.

 

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Jul 26, 2022
#295 Get Better Job Opportunities! How to Impress in Your Next Interview
48:35

Do you want to ace that job interview and actually get the job? In today’s episode, we’ll give you some tips on how you can perform well in a job interview. You will also learn useful words and phrases related to business English.

 

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Jul 18, 2022
#294 Is it Possible to BE YOURSELF in English? FEEL NATURAL When You Speak!
41:01

Do you ever feel like you can’t be yourself when you speak English? Do you feel unnatural? In today’s episode, we will discuss why you feel this way and give you some valuable tips on how you can be yourself in English and sound natural. Plus, you will learn tons of vocabulary.

 

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Jul 14, 2022
#293 How to Have a Good Day Every Day: The Power of Building Great Habits
50:16

Instability, inconsistent days, anxiety and lack of motivation. It’s easy to feel those with the fast-paced lives we live nowadays. However, there is a way for you to have good days more consistently, and you can do that by harnessing the power of building good habits. In today’s episode, we will discuss the science behind habit-building and we’ll give you some tips on how to develop good habits so you can have good days more consistently.

 

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Jul 04, 2022
#292 Mistakes that Native Speakers Make in English
28:37

Native speakers never make mistakes in English, do we? We definitely do! From time to time even native English speakers make grammar and pronunciation mistakes! So if you are learning English as a second language or foreign language, don’t feel bad about making mistakes. Remember, the important thing is to learn from them. In today’s episode we’ll look at 10 of the most common mistakes native speakers make when speaking English.

 

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Jun 27, 2022
#291 Are Native Teachers Better? The Power of Practicing with Non-Natives
28:42

As a teacher I often got asked the question: “Is it better to have a native English-speaking teacher? Or can a non-native English speaking partner or teacher be just as effective?” The truth is that non-native English teachers are often just as good as native-English speakers—and sometimes they’re better. Today we’ll talk about why practicing with Non-Natives can actually benefit you on your language learning journey.

 

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Jun 20, 2022
#290 Learn English With Stranger Things Season 4: What to Expect for the Finale
34:23

In this week’s episode, we’re talking about the hit Netflix series “Stranger Things” and what we can expect from season 4 vol. 2, which is dropping on Netflix on July 1. Join us in this fun, light-hearted conversation and learn a lot of advanced vocabulary with us!

 

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Jun 13, 2022
#289 How to Live, Speak & Master English in the Real World
59:40

You’ve decided to learn English. You’ve decided that that’s important to you. You’ve decided to work on your mindset in order to become a confident, natural English speaker. But now you might be wondering: “How can I learn English successfully?” “What should I do?”. In today’s episode, we’ll share with you the principles behind our method (The RealLife Way) along with practical tips you can start implementing TODAY in order to Live, Speak & Master your English in the real world.

 

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Jun 06, 2022
#288 Phrasal Verbs: The Missing Ingredient for You to Sound More Natural in English
42:42

If you want to sound more natural when you speak English, you need to learn and use phrasal verbs. Phrasal verbs help you better understand natives on the media and sound more confident and natural yourself. In today’s episode, we will give you the basics to understanding phrasal verbs and you will learn some cool new phrasal verbs to spice up your vocabulary.

 

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May 30, 2022
#287 I Love English! How Do I Become an English Teacher?
34:15

You already have a good level of English. You love the language. Now you want to become an English Teacher. Where do you start? Should you get any certifications? How do you get your first students? In today’s episode, we answer these questions and more. Teaching English can be a wonderful career path for many people. So keep listening to learn about how you can become a successful English Teacher, if that’s what you desire.

 

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May 23, 2022
#286 Learn English with Pop Culture
36:41

One of the greatest ways for you to be part of the current conversation, socialize and understand jokes is by staying up-to-date with what’s going on in Pop Culture. In today’s episode, we will discuss some recent events involving celebrities, and share our thoughts about them. Plus, you will learn a ton of cool vocabulary you can use when talking about Pop Culture with your friends.

 

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May 16, 2022
#285 Top Movie Quotes To Learn Advanced English
50:38

We all love movies. Not only are they a great form of entertainment, they can also make you think, learn useful life lessons and help you develop your English vocabulary and listening skills. In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss some quotes from some of the most iconic movies ever made. Plus, you will learn tons of advanced vocabulary in the process.

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May 09, 2022
#284 How to Think Like a Confident, Natural English Speaker
44:59

Today’s episode is the first lesson in the “RealLife Way” series, which is an overview of our teaching methodology, The RealLife Way methodology guides you beyond the classroom to Live, Speak, and Master English in the Real World.

But before we get into “Living” “Speaking” and “Mastering” your English, we have to talk about mindset. Mindset is the set of beliefs that shape how you make sense of the world and yourself. It influences how you think, feel, and behave in any given situation.

You might be wondering “What does this have to do with learning English?" Well, the answer might surprise you!

Today, we’re going to talk about why having the right mindset matters when it comes to being a successful learner and how YOU can achieve this.


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May 02, 2022
#283 Daily Routine to Advance Your English at Home
35:34

Great study routine is an essential part of advancing on your language journey. But sometimes it can be difficult to fit studying into your busy schedule. So today, we’ll talk about different things you can do in your day-to-day life to effortlessly improve your English.

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Gordon Ramsay
Jobless Man Builds Helicopter
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Apr 25, 2022
#282 Master This ONE Sound and Be Understood by Anyone
42:34

Learning pronunciation can be challenging. The English language has so many different sounds that learning all of them can be overwhelming. However, there is ONE particular sound that can dramatically change the way you speak and understand English. This small, tiny sound can bring big, positive changes to your English.

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Matilda (1996, movie)
What Women Want (2000, movie)
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Youglish.com
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Apr 18, 2022
#281 Why Should You Learn English?
36:31

Learning English is one of the best things you can do in your life. However, since this is a mid-term to long-term endeavor, sometimes we lose sight of why we started learning English in the first place. In today’s episode, we’ve listed some reasons why you should learn (or keep learning) English. This will hopefully make you feel inspired and give you extra motivation to keep going with your studies.

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Dramatically Improve Your Vocabulary With This One Trick
6 Life-Changing Books For Advanced English Learners
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Apr 11, 2022
#280 Why You Aren't Fluent Until You Understand the Culture
34:53

Learning a language goes beyond memorizing words and basic grammar rules. Understanding culture is like having a context that allows you to give the right meaning to each new word you learn. The more you know about the social and cultural background of the language, the easier it is to learn new words, expressions and ways of speaking. In today’s podcast, we’ll look at how understanding culture can help improve your English fluency.

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20 Clever Word Combinations

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Apr 04, 2022
#279 10 Useful SLANG Words to Make Your Conversations More Interesting
37:37

Slang is unavoidable, no matter what language you’re learning, and it’s becoming increasingly more common in movies, TV series, and especially on social media.
It’s also one of those aspects of language which isn’t usually taught in the classroom even though it’s an important part of becoming proficient in any language. In our podcast today, you will learn 10 useful slang words and expressions that you can use to make your conversations more interesting.

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Sir Richard Branson on Tim Ferriss Show

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Mar 28, 2022
#278 What to Do If Somebody Doesn't Understand What You Said in English
40:24

As language learners, one of the most demotivating situations to be in is when someone says, “I don’t understand you.”. It can feel as though all of the hard work you’ve put in was for nothing. Knowing how to deal with this situation could be the difference between giving up and communicating confidently. So in today’s podcast, we’ll discuss some of the best techniques you can use if you’re ever in this situation, as well as tips to help you avoid having this issue in the future.

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Mar 21, 2022
#277 Interview with a UKRAINIAN about the War
40:39
Before a couple of weeks ago, most of us knew relatively little about the Eastern European country, Ukraine, but today, it’s on everyone’s mind. Here at RealLife English, we are fortunate to have a Ukrainian team member, Ksenia, and today we’ve invited her on to share with you her first-hand experience.

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Mar 14, 2022
#276 Foodie Podcast! 20 Idioms & Expressions Related to EATING
46:03

You probably know by now that here at RealLife English we’re foodies (we love food!) It must be a common thing for English speakers because we have so many expressions related to eating and food. So today we'll look at a bunch of useful everyday expressions and idioms that have to do with eating. Whether or not you’re a foodie like us, this episode will help you communicate and understand English more naturally and confidently.

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Mar 07, 2022
#275 Do you Run Out of Things to Say When you Have Conversations in English? Try These Fun Questions!
45:37

Andrea is officially a way to have her baby. And so it will be a little while until we hear her on the podcast. I know I don't just speak for myself when I say that she'll be dearly missed, but it's not all bad. We have your newest fluency coach Cassé here in the virtual studio and today's podcast. You will get to know Cassé better while also learning some useful questions that you can use to make conversations more interesting.

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Feb 28, 2022
#274 Fast & Easy Trick to Expand your English Vocabulary
41:26

One of the greatest challenges for Upper-intermediate learners is to continue making progress in their English. We’ve had countless students tell us about this problem: They already speak English quite well but still have some things to improve. Although they know this, they’re not sure how to do it and they feel stuck at intermediate level. If this sounds like you, then be sure to keep listening because you’ll find out the key breaking out of the intermediate plateau!

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Feb 21, 2022
#273 How Well do you Know Andrea & Ethan?
40:49

Where in Britain is Andrea from? Is Ethan a cat or dog lover? Did Ethan use to work as a bus driver? Who learned to ride a bike as an adult? We get asked tons of questions across all of our channels, so we thought that today we would address them. Get to know us by learning the answer to those questions and many more!

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Feb 17, 2022
#272 British vs American BABY Vocabulary Differences + Special Announcement!
29:52

Today, Ethan and Andrea are going to discuss baby vocabulary, as well as the differences between American and British English when it comes to this type of vocabulary. If you have or are soon to have a baby, or if you have young nephews or nieces, this episode is going to come in handy! And we have a very special announcement to make, which may or may not have to do with today’s topic.

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Feb 10, 2022
#271 20 Clever Word Combinations in English you Should Add to your Vocabulary (Brunch, Staycation and MORE)
37:59

It's become very popular and trendy to combine words in English in recent years, but this can leave learners feeling pretty confused and conversations, or when watching TV series movies and listening to podcasts. These combinations of words happen when one or both of the words is shortened in a clever way, and this is what you'll be learning about today. So get ready to test your knowledge on some trending words in 2022.

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Feb 03, 2022
BB (Special 10): How To Improve Your Pronunciation Fast and Effectively On your Own
13:19

As language learners, we often strive for perfect pronunciation, because how we sound is the first thing people hear when we speak. We’re afraid that if we make a mistake, especially when it comes to pronunciation, our value will diminish and others will realize that we’re not as good as we say we are. But let’s be honest, in many cases, English pronunciation makes no sense! In English, spelling and sound don’t always correspond (in fact, they rarely do!). Worry no more! In today’s lesson, our Beyond Borders guests will share some of the best methods you can use to improve your pronunciation. Get ready to be inspired! 

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Jan 31, 2022
#270 Can YOU say these English Tongue Twisters for Speaking & Pronunciation Training?
27:36

How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? Did you try to read that out loud? Did you find it hard? That’s a tongue twister. They usually have the same sounding consonants, so when you try to say each word the pronunciation comes out all wrong. Tongue twisters are a fun and great way to practice your articulation and your pronunciation. They challenge your capacity to enunciate the individual sounds in each word, so you don’t trip up and forces you to pay careful attention to the precise sounds in each word. Join us in this fun lesson where Ethan, Andrea and yourself are put to the test with 6 tricky tongue twisters!

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Jan 27, 2022
BB (Special 9): How to Overcome Your Negative Inner Voice | "I'm not Good Enough to Speak English Fluently
10:57

According to a study published by the Journal of Behavioral Science, approximately 70% of people suffer from imposter syndrome. People of all ages, from a variety of careers and jobs, struggle with it every single day of their lives. You’ve probably experienced it on some level yourself: Not believing in your ability to do something and fearing that people will find out. Judging your capability to the point of calling yourself a fraud, and believing that everyone is better than you. Listen to what these five teachers have to say about overcoming your negative inner voice that might be hindering your progress in English.

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Jan 24, 2022
#269 Common Mistakes Spanish and Portuguese Speakers Make
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In today's episode, we have a treat for you with not one, but two special guests. I'll be joined by two members of the RealLife English team to share with us some of the most common mistakes that Spanish and Portuguese learners make. Some of these common mistakes might even be common in other languages, so whether your native language is Spanish, Portuguese or another one, this is a must-listen episode for you!In today's episode, we have a treat for you with not one, but two special guests. I'll be joined by two members of the RealLife English team to share with us some of the most common mistakes that Spanish and Portuguese learners make. Some of these common mistakes might even be common in other languages, so whether your native language is Spanish, Portuguese or another one, this is a must-listen episode for you!

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Jan 20, 2022
BB (Special 8): 24 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned from 24 Teachers and Experts
23:31

Have you been studying English for a long time but are still frustrated that you can’t speak it naturally and fluently? Then today’s episode is for you. We all know that speaking another language is not something you can do overnight. It requires hard work and dedication, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be something boring or painful. You can make language learning a simple and fun adventure. Today you are in for a treat because you’re going to hear from 24 amazing experts, teachers, and language learners. They are going to help you with the biggest challenges you may face (or have been facing) to take your English to the next level. Together they have more than two hundred years of learning and teaching experience, so they know what they are talking about. Now get ready to be inspired! Aww yeah!

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Jan 17, 2022
#268 8 New Year’s Superstitions from Around the World!
29:45

There's no doubt that there are many New Year's traditions followed by different cultures, but were you aware that there are also some interesting superstitions? Well, in today's episode, we're being helped by members of our team and community to share some very interesting New Year's superstitions from their countries.

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Jan 13, 2022
BB 24: How to Improve your Pronunciation Alone with Mark Hancock
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Mark Hancock is an English Language Teacher, Teacher Trainer, and Materials Writer. He has more than 30 years of experience teaching English and presenting at conferences all around the world. Mark believes that teaching and learning a language can and should be an enjoyable experience. He's a specialist in English pronunciation and has published an award-winning series of books to help teachers make pronunciation a fun and memorable part of the classroom.

What a fascinating interview! You're going to learn a lot about pronunciation (how to improve your own, how to teach it effectively to others). What language, art, and music have in common. Why native doesn't necessarily mean good teacher. How teachers can overcome accent anxiety and imposter syndrome. What a correct accent is in a globalized world. When English learners should start focusing on pronunciation. Whether you need to learn and use connected speech and how we can learn and teach it. Much more. Jump right in episode 24.

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Jan 10, 2022
#267 How to Make your Fluency (and Life) Dreams Come True in '22
37:29

2022 is upon us! Something that we find immensely helpful is to sit down at the end or beginning of the year and review our progress from the last 12 months, and determine where we want to go over the next year. This can be incredibly powerful to achieve things you never thought possible, so we are excited to share this conversation that will help you take your English and your life to the next level in 2022.

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Jan 06, 2022
BB 23: Actually Achieve Your Goals in 2022 | Gabriele Oettingen on the Science of Motivation
01:31:25

Gabriele Oettingen is a Professor of Psychology and author originally from Germany. She has been teaching at New York University and the University of Hamburg for more than 20 years. Her research focuses on the Science of Motivation and explains why positive thinking alone is not enough to achieve our goals. Upon more than 25 years of research, she developed a goal-achievement strategy called WOOP. WOOP stands for WISH, OUTCOME, OBSTACLE, and PLAN. This empirically based approach focuses on helping people connect to their biggest wishes, clarify the desired outcome, identify the obstacles that may stand in the way, and set a realistic plan in just ten minutes or less!

I first heard about Gabriele's work three years ago, and I found it immensely helpful for setting goals. This time of year, many of us are thinking about what new objectives we want to achieve, so I was so thrilled to be able to get Gabriele on. With Gabriele's advice, you can make this the year that you actually achieve some of your deepest desires, be it English fluency, weight loss, better health, a new job, or even less anxiety! Gabriele shared with me a bit about how she ended up in the USA and some surprising cultural differences. Whether she still finds it challenging communicating in English. Why the advice to be optimistic or think positive may not always be to your benefit. How you can use WOOP to identify the right goals for this new year and actually achieve them. When you should use WOOP to be most successful and plenty of examples. How we can deal with risk aversion. How you can use WOOP to be a better parent. So much more. I'm so excited to bring you Gabriele's work and wisdom, I hope you find it as helpful as I have. Let's jump into episode 23 of Beyond Borders!

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Jan 03, 2022
#266 1 Language, 3 Accents! US vs UK vs South African English Vocabulary
39:30

Did you know that words in English can be different depending on the country you’re visiting? Ethan and I have often spoken about these differences on the podcast, but today’s episode is extra special. Not only will you learn about vocabulary differences between American and British English, but you’ll also learn about different words in South African English with our special guest and new RealLife English member, Cassé.

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Dec 30, 2021
BB 22: She Went From Beginner to Fluent in Just 9 Months (and How you Can Too) with Ruri Ohama
01:17:29

Ruri Ohama is a Turkish-Japanese Youtuber, med student, and polyglot. She has a Youtube channel completely in English, which was able to grow from 1,000 to more than 250k subscribers in only 9 months. On her channel, she shares what it's like to grow up multicultural, interesting cultural tidbits about Japan and Turkey, and also tips on learning English and other languages.

This was such a cool interview with Ruri, and I hope you will take some inspiration for what your English can bring for you if you set your mind to it. We discuss how Ruri learned fluent English and how she has grown her channel to almost 300k subs in less than a year. Ruri recommended some Anime series and YouTube vlogs you can start watching. She shared her opinions on what role grammar should play in learning English or another language. Ruri's plan to become more productive. How she deals with mistakes and failure. What she has learned growing up with parents from different countries. This is a fascinating one, guys, so I don't want to wait any longer to get into episode 22 of beyond borders!

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Dec 27, 2021
#265 5 Christmas Movies that every English Learner NEEDS to Watch
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It’s Christmas week and we couldn't let this season pass without sharing some of our all-time favorite Christmas movies that you can watch this holiday season! You’ll find such good classics in this list and we’ll also be sharing why they’re so great for learning English. Show notes here.

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Dec 23, 2021
#264 7 Ways to Make your Studying more FUN
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You asked for it, and you got it! You want to continue making progress with your English, and you understand that you need to dedicate some studying time for it. However, it can be easy to fall into a repetitive routine, and to that we say… DO NOT let a boring study routine KILL your MOTIVATION! In this podcast episode, we’ll be sharing 7 different ways in which you can make studying English a whole lot more fun! 

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Dec 16, 2021
BB 21: The Neuroscience of Learning a Language | Tips on How to Become a Better Learner
01:19:26

Charlie Baxter, is a creator, English teacher and podcast host from the UK. He has always been passionate about the neuroscience of learning and graduated from university with a BSc in Psychology. After studying neuro-linguistic programming in England, he started his teaching journey out in Chile more than 7 years ago. As a world traveler, he has lived in the USA, Germany, and most recently in Australia. Along with his friend Harry, he started the Youtube channel Real English with Real Teachers. He now also hosts his own podcast, The British English Podcast, where he teaches British English and Culture.

 

This is a fun interview—Charlie was so easy to talk to and brought some great insight for your English and your life! We start off talking about travel adventure. We discuss some of the cultural differences between Australia, where he currently lives, and the UK. How Charlie went from psychology and career guidance for young adults to teaching English online. We discuss how each of us practices mindfulness and some resources you can use. How you can become more comfortable with making mistakes and overcome perfectionism. Some tips on the neuroscience of learning. The power of curiosity. Improve your British and American pronunciation with tongue twisters. And Charlie has invited me on the British English Podcast for an interview, so be sure to check that out. Linked on the show notes in the description of this podcast. And so much more. This episode is full of variety, so you will not get bored. Let's jump into episode 21 of Beyond Borders!

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Dec 13, 2021
#263 Best TV Series to Learn English in 2022!
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We’re often asked which series are the best for learners to watch. This year’s list is especially tough because there were so many incredible shows on TV during 2021. In today’s podcast episodes we’ll go through our list of the must-watch shows that you can use to learn English in 2022.

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Dec 09, 2021
BB (Special 7): Do You Want to Be the BEST English Speaker? Do You Want to Be the BEST English Speaker? Listen to THIS!
09:35

Feeling the need to improve ourselves is a positive thing! You don’t want to just spend your life lazing about on the couch. Whether intentional or not, we, as humans, are always learning. If you have ever been in a competitive environment, you probably also noticed that it gave you a drive that helped you reach objectives that you thought were impossible. However, this competitive spirit is not always a positive thing. And in this episode, we dive deep into why it'd be a good idea to re-think your competitive spirit if it has a negative, paralyzing effect.


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Dec 06, 2021
#262 Common English Mistakes and How to Avoid Making Them
41:06

What are some of the most common mistakes in English, and do you make them? In this episode we go through a list of common mistakes that include many areas, like vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Most importantly, we give you tips on how to avoid making these mistakes and in so doing improve your confidence.
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Dec 02, 2021
BB (Special 6): How to Learn English Alone, WITHOUT a Teacher, and Make REAL Progress
14:47

Learning English is about sharing ideas, connecting with others, and improving your life! This is what so many schools get so wrong. In this podcast episode, you'll discover a new way of learning a foreign language that will make you feel empowered and in control of your learning experience. You can finally actually be successful in gaining natural, confident fluency in English (or in something else you want to learn!).

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Nov 29, 2021
#261 Moving to another country? The Advice you NEED to HEAR!
42:44

Moving to a new country can be an exciting and equally nerve-wracking experience, but there are lots of ways that you can prepare for this! That's why in today's podcast episode, we're talking all about how to adapt to living in an English-speaking country. The tips in this episode will also be useful if you’re planning to stay in another country for a shorter period of time. Whatever your plan is, get ready for an episode packed with tips and vocab!

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Nov 25, 2021
BB (Special 5): Really Learn Vocabulary in English with Just a Few Minutes a Day
13:46

You've probably been through a situation where you either needed to say a word, but you couldn't remember it, or that you had to speak in English but simply didn't know how to say something even though you know it perfectly in your own language. I totally know how you feel. When I was learning Hebrew, I found it so complicated because virtually every word was completely different from the equivalent in English. I had to think so hard to put together a sentence because the vocabulary did not come naturally to me. So, to help you (and me!), this lesson brings 3 experts' easy and practical tips to improve your vocabulary. Each of them has learned at least five foreign languages, so trust me that they have a LOT of experience learning A LOT of words.


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Nov 22, 2021
#260 OMG! This is How to Use Abbreviations Like a Native
44:11

Today we're talking all about abbreviations in English. In case you're not familiar with this term, an abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase. For example, we might say FYI instead of "for your information" or ASAP instead of "As soon as possible." You'll come across abbreviations in your work, studies, and general daily life. They're a huge part of communication, especially when texting or sending online messages or emails. In this podcast, we'll clarify the various types of abbreviations and also teach you some of the most common ones.

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Nov 18, 2021
BB: How Perfectionism Is Preventing You From Achieving YOUR Best English
10:11

"My weakness? Well, I'd say I'm a bit of a perfectionist." How many times have you heard someone saying that or have even said that yourself? It's quite common to repeat this over and over as an excuse to not take the next step towards a goal or a dream that you have. 

 

Now, you may be thinking "But Ethan, I am proud of myself for being a perfectionist because it means that I care deeply about the things I do." I understand why you might believe that calling yourself a perfectionist makes you feel that you work hard(er) than others to achieve the things you want to do. And there is some truth in that. However, our admiration for perfection is so universal that we never really stop to question what this concept is doing to you and your language learning journey.

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Nov 15, 2021
#259 4 Ways English Will Change Your Life
31:55

There's no doubt that English is the most widely spoken language in the world. So, by learning it, it will unlock a huge range of opportunities, no matter what your goals are, and some of them may be quite surprising. In today's podcast, we'll discuss four amazing ways that English will change your life. If you're looking for some motivation for continuing with your learning, then you don't want to miss out on this episode.

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Nov 11, 2021
BB 20: Get your Best English Exam Score as Quickly and Easily as Possible with Josh MacPherson from TST Prep
01:17:39

Josh MacPherson is an English language instructor and curriculum developer currently based in Japan. With over 15 years of experience teaching English, Josh has specialized in teaching English learners how to better prepare for and increase their chances of achieving a higher score on the TOEFL exam and the new Duolingo English Test. At TST Prep, he helps future test takers get the English test score they need as quickly and easily as possible.

I hope you're ready because Josh has some major insight to share with you about language learning and test taking. Josh lives in Japan and he shares what has worked and not worked on his own journey to learn Japanese. He tells me about how he became an English teacher. He helps you with some advice to decide which English examination is right for you. What skills you need besides just fluent English to get the score you want on any of these exams. Some information about the new Duolingo Test and advice on how you can pass it. Finally, tests my speaking for both the TOEFL exam and Duolingo tests. I didn't do as well as I hoped, but Josh will give you some advice that will help you to do a lot better than I did. And so much more coming up on episode 20 of Beyond Borders!

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Nov 08, 2021
#258 What Type of English Learner are You?
37:54

Have you ever wondered what type of English learner you are? The idea is that we learn best according to the archetype of language learners we are. Knowing which type of learner you are can be useful to work out which tips work best for you. Are you an Academic learner? A Jedi Master? Find out in today's episode!

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Nov 04, 2021
BB 19: Learn a Language and NEVER Forget It | Gabriel Wyner from Fluent Forever
01:25:23

Gabriel Wyner is an American polyglot, book author, and founder of Fluent Forever. He fell in love with language learning while training to be an opera singer at school. After feeling pressured by a deadline to achieve proficiency in French, he worked his way to fluency studying on his own. Noticing that there was valuable advice online that was not put together, Gabe decided to share his journey in the book Fluent Forever: How to Learn Any Language Fast and Never Forget It, which since has become a best-seller. Since 2019, he and his team have been helping thousands of people with their language learning through their Fluent Forever app. Their mission is to enable a million people to have comfortable conversations in a foreign language by 2030.

    

This interview with Gabe was absolutely fascinating. It left me with so many questions, I only wish we could have talked longer. The interview starts a little bit slow, but trust me, stick in there through the whole interview for a goldmine of life-changing language learning advice. Gabe shares with me about his childhood and how his parents instilled a growth mindset in him from an early age. How a coming of age ceremony led him to become an opera singer and study vocal arts. Why goals are a crucial part of his language learning and how he sets effective objectives. How learning another foreign language might help you better learn English. The brain science that goes into making the fluent forever method effective, and how you can learn pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar in an efficient and natural way. You are really in for a treat with this one—it could change the way you think about language learning. I'm so excited to share this interview with you, so let's get into episode 19 of Beyond Borders!

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Nov 01, 2021
#257 How to Give Compliments in English
41:36

Today we'll be talking about the topic you’ve voted for: how to give compliments in English. If you compliment a person, you praise them or say good things about them. It's not just the words that you say that are important, but also the tone. We'll also explore a variety of sentence structures that you can use to give compliments.

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Oct 28, 2021
BB 18: WIN at your Next Job Interview | Tips on How to Tell your Story by Communication Specialist Natasha Broodie
01:22:55

Natasha Broodie is an American communication specialist and founder of Life with the big E. She's a diplomat who previously worked with the United Nations. She is also a travel and language enthusiast and has lived in Russia and France where she taught Business English and noticed how non-native speakers interacted in multicultural business contexts. This experience led her to write her new book "Give Me Tea, Please" to help students politely navigate formal and informal conversations in English-speaking business environments. I loved how different this interview is from any of the Beyond Borders shows so far. Natasha brings a great energy.

She shares what she learned from studying a masters in International Relations and doing humanitarian work in western Africa. And why negotiation is such an important skill, even in learning English. We dive into what you need to do to really stand out in a job interview in English and how you can prepare, even if it is tomorrow! Natasha shares how she has learned to tolerate and become comfortable with rejection, which will definitely help any of you listening. We get into why you might be at risk of being left behind in this globalizing world. You are probably using the simple words YOU, WHAT, and WANT. Natasha tells you how to avoid making a big mistake with these words. Her advice for starting to learn a new language. So let's not waste anymore time getting into episode 18 of Beyond Borders!

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Oct 25, 2021
#256 15+ English Animal Idioms & How to Use Them
37:45

In today's podcast episode, you'll get some more practice with your English idiomatic vocabulary by learning some animal idioms. Idioms are a type of figurative language which can be very confusing for English language learners. Now, there are tons of expressions that use animals and we use them all the time. If you stick around until the end, you won't be so confused when English speaking friends use them, or when you hear them when watching TV and movies. Plus, you'll have a fun new way of expressing yourself in English.

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Oct 21, 2021
BB 17: Practice your Listening Skills The RIGHT Way | Luke’s English Podcast
01:23:33

Luke Thompson is an ESL Teacher, Podcaster, and Stand-up Comedian. He's originally from England and currently lives in Paris. Luke has been helping learners practice their listening skills for over 10 years through his podcast. His webpage and podcast were voted #1 in the Best Blog category for the Macmillan Dictionaries Awards four times in a row. His goals are to engage the learners with authentic conversations that explore all different aspects of everyday life and bits of British culture.

 

Luke is quite the polymath, meaning he has a broad knowledge and many different skills and passions, and he is an absolute delight to speak with. He explains to me what it's like living in Paris, what a perfect day there might look like, and how he has overcome culture shock. We talk about what stand-up comedy, rock climbing, surfing, and swimming all have in common with learning English or another language. Why "I'm too old" is a bad excuse for not learning a language. How he finds time for all of his different work, hobbies, family, and passions, and how you can make more time for your own learning. What do do if you feel overwhelmed by not understanding something you are listening to. And so much more in Episode 17 of Beyond Borders, so let's dive right in.

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Oct 18, 2021
#255 6 Best Tricks to Become More Confident
40:10

Do you often find yourself shying away from new experiences or opportunities because you lack confidence? Have you had that feeling of your heart racing, your palms sweating just thinking about the new challenge that faced you such as speaking English? We're here today to help you do better in those moments of self-doubt and we are with you six tips and hacks to boost your confidence, especially when speaking English.

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Oct 14, 2021
BB 16: Become a Better English Speaker and Avoid Misunderstandings | Cultural Awareness with Jennifer Kumar
01:22:21

Jennifer Kumar is an English conversation and cross-cultural coach. She lived in India for more than 10 years and even studied her masters degree there. Through her business Authentic Journeys, she helps Americans and Indians strengthen their business relationships through the development of mutual understanding of cultural and linguistic aspects.

Get ready for a really unique episode of Beyond Borders. You know, learning English is only partly about the actual language. The other huge part is learning about the culture. Of course, it can be beneficial to learn about American and British culture. However, English is the global language, so you need to be confident in your abilities to communicate with people from any cultural background. Today's interview with Jennifer will give you a ton of valuable tips to help you to be a diplomatic communicator, whether in business settings, or more friendly ones. We talk about some beautiful places in the USA that you have probably never heard of. We discuss why the questions you ask in English are probably not the same ones you would ask in your native country. Jennifer shares how to have good body language, so you can avoid uncomfortable situations whether in person or over a video call on zoom. She also tells you how you can feel more confident speaking on the phone, and what to do if you work receiving calls and someone tells you they want to speak with a native. And so, so much more in episode 16 of Beyond Borders!

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Oct 11, 2021
#254 - Surprising Ways Natives Use the Word 'ASS' | Idioms, Slang & Collocation
35:41

If you're like most English learners, you've probably heard the word 'ass' used very frequently in English speaking in songs, movies, and TV series. But did you know that this word has a multitude of uses that mean completely different things? Although you should definitely be very careful with all uses of this word, often the use can in fact, be neutral or even positive. While it's important to emphasize that we do need to be careful with this word, this does not mean we should ignore it. If you close your mind to this important word, and all of its meanings, and never learn how native speakers use it, you will miss so much. Now, ladies and gents, episode #254 of the RealLife English Podcast…


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Oct 07, 2021
BB 15: Too Busy with Work to Learn English? | Tiffani Shares her Fascinating Journey
01:32:29

Ladies and gentlemen. English learners, teachers, and world changers. My next guest is Tiffani. Tiffani, from speakenglishwithtiffani.com, is a teacher and artist from Maryland, US. One day, she left her job as a web designer at NASA to embark on an adventure to South Korea. She lived there for almost 10 years and fell in love with teaching English as a Second Language. Since founding the Speak English with Tiffani Academy, she's dedicated her time and energy to help learners from all around the world develop the confidence they need to speak and communicate in English. Through her Youtube Channel, podcast and app, she helps people to learn English in a simple and playful way.

 

This conversation was so much fun—I don't think I have ever laughed this much during an interview. Tiffani has such amazing energy and is really an incredible teacher. We cover lessons Tiffani learned growing up and from her parents: Where her diligence, creativity, discipline, and entrepreneurial spirit come from. She shared with me how she got up the courage to leave a comfortable job at NASA by getting in touch with her purpose to help more people.

Tiffani told me how she broke out of the intermediate level of Korean by stopping to learn grammar and start playing with the language. She told you how you can do the same, and most importantly, how you can gain confidence. We also touched on the lack of diversity on YouTube when it comes to English teachers, and why if you have ever thought of teaching English online, you should give it a go. And so, so much more. So let's not wait any longer to get into this inspiring and hilarious conversation with Tiffani, on episode 15 of Beyond Borders!

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Oct 04, 2021
#253 - 22+ Conversation Starters That ALWAYS Work
36:39

All the time our students tell us that their biggest frustration is that they understand English well, but that they don't have any opportunities to speak. That is exactly why we launched the RealLife English app this year to give you an opportunity to practice both your speaking and listening in a fun and meaningful way. If you ever worry about not knowing what to talk about while using the app, listen to this episode because we will give you ideas on which topics to talk about when using the app. So by the end of this podcast episode, you'll have plenty of conversation starters!

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Sep 30, 2021
BB 14: Can you Master a Language without Traveling to Another Country? | Gavin from SmallAdvantages
01:02:19

For those of you in Brazil, you will be no stranger to today's guest, but if you don't know him, you are in for a treat! Gavin Roy is from Ohio in the USA. He learned Portuguese to go to Brazil for the FIFA Soccer World Cup. On his YouTube channels: SmallAdvantages (with 2.7 million subscribers) and TadyGavin he teaches English through his own journey of learning Portuguese and Czech respectively.

I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. I'm absolutely amazed by Gavin's motivation to accomplish so much, on top of running a business and raising children. I feel seriously inspired from this conversation. We discussed how he has gained mastery in Portuguese without ever living in Brazil. He explained how he creates a Brazilian life in Colorado, and even speaks exclusively to his son in Portuguese (both he and his wife are American). How visualization is a powerful tool for him to speak three different foreign languages. Why "I don't have time" is not a real excuse, and what you can do if you are someone who feels like they are always too busy. Gavin told me about the role of passion, dedication, and goals in being successful learning languages and guitar. Gavin considers himself a huge perfectionist, he explained how he has become comfortable with making mistakes when he learns a language. If you feel scared to start a conversation, you will get some great advice on how to reprogram your brain to get started speaking English or another language you want to learn. And tons and tons more insights! So get ready for a super fun and inspiring conversation with Gavin Roy on episode 14 of Beyond Borders!

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Sep 27, 2021
#252: The Number 1 Reason to Learn English
33:35

Isn't it awesome that English allows you to discover the world and meet people from different countries and learn about other cultures? That's exactly what we mean when we encourage you to go beyond the classroom and become a global citizen! In fact, our company vision is to create a world beyond borders. So in today's episode, we're excited to join you on your English learning journey, and help you to unleash your English's highest potential. Show notes here.

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Sep 23, 2021
BB 13: From No English to Native-level, Veronika Shares her Top Secrets
01:17:09

My guest today is Veronika Mark, a language learner and YouTuber from Russia. On her YouTube channel, English with Veronika Mark, she shares the tips she applied on her own journey learning English for the past 6 years. Veronika speaks English and Chinese fluently, and also some French. She approaches a variety of topics, such as how you can keep motivated to learn English, where to find resources to enhance your learning experiences, and what to learn to go from intermediate to advanced.

 

I'm excited to bring you another story of success from an English learner. A crucial resource for Veronika to overcome her self-consciousness speaking English and communicate confidently was an English Speaking Club in Moscow, where she lives. She shared why this is so effective and how you can find one in your city. We discussed some of her essential routines, including bullet journaling, doing Yoga videos in English, and listening to podcasts and why it is so important that you create a language learning environment for yourself. She shared how to avoid getting stuck and continue expanding your knowledge of English once you are at an advanced level. She tells me about how it is different teaching her native language and teaching English. Her top piece of advice for learners is to have clear goals for your learning. She explains why. And so much more coming up in episode 13 of Beyond Borders!

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Sep 20, 2021
#251 - Can you Understand These Jokes in English
29:29

There are various types of jokes in English that you may have heard of, such as traditional knock-knock jokes, one-liners and more. Some can be quite difficult to understand because they contain more than one meaning. These are the jokes we'll be looking at today. So we'll be sharing some jokes with you and explaining their meaning and what makes them funny or a little embarrassing. Try using these jokes with your friends to put a smile on their face. Show notes here.

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Sep 16, 2021
BB 12: How Is Learning By Ear the Secret to Success in English Fluency? | Idahosa from the Mimic Method
01:06:16

Idahosa Ness is a polyglot, musician, and founder of The Mimic Method for learning languages. After traveling to Mexico at the age of 17 without knowing a word of Spanish, and struggling to connect with locals, he worked hard to perfect his accent by understanding the sonority of the language. He created The Mimic Method and used this approach to learn five other languages. He is oftentimes mistaken as a native speaker of the languages he has learned. Since then, he has helped lots of students to use principles of music to perfect their pronunciation in order to help them overcome the language barriers while building meaningful relationships in a foreign language.

 

Idahosa has created a truly revolutionary method for learning languages. It is probably the exact opposite of how you have been told to learn English your entire life. I truly recommend you listen to this episode until the end, If you can take some notes, and try at least one of his recommendations. Idahosa explains how he reactivates a language when he needs to start using it again. We talked about his unique approach for learning vocabulary, which is completely personalized to the learner's needs and goals. As well as why you don't need to worry about learning grammar. Idahosa says that awareness is foundational. It can help you to overcome fear, awkwardness, and frustration when speaking. He explains how. He discussed how the international phonetic alphabet can be a useful tool to use to create a map of what accurate speaking and listening look like. And he explained why it is never too late to start using this method. No matter where you are on your learning journey, you can use his Mimic Method and the tips you are about to hear to improve your English listening and speaking. That and so much more on Episode 12 of Beyond Borders!

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Sep 13, 2021
#250 - Questions + Answers with Ethan & Andrea | 250th Podcast Episode Special!
38:07

We are very excited to celebrate our 250th podcast episode with you today! For this reason, we've selected a few questions that you, our listeners, have submitted to answer for you. You'll learn a bit of grammar, a bit of vocabulary and some curiosities, like some 43-letter word that holds the record for the longest English word. That, and more, of course! Show notes here.

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Sep 09, 2021
BB Special: How Meditation Can Transform your English and Your Life!
13:02

If you can't focus, you're not alone. Let me share a secret with you. So it has taken me more than five years to learn what I need to do to focus on getting my work done. And I must say, until this day, I sometimes find myself getting distracted and switching between tasks on a busy work day. Does this happen to you? It's so easy to get trapped in distraction when facing a difficult or daunting task. And I'm sure that you have those moments while studying English. So today, we're going to look at the self-development side of English, exploring the different ways in which the practice of meditation can help you to improve your English, and even more importantly, your life.

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Sep 06, 2021
#249 - 10 Tips to Pass the IELTS Exam
29:58

You asked for it and we listened. In today’s podcast we’re bringing you a topic that you have requested us to cover. Many of you are currently studying for or have completed the IELTS exam. So, in this episode of the podcast we’re giving you 10 tips to help you pass the exam or improve your score. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Sep 02, 2021
BB 11: 4 Habits That Will Transform Your English (And Your Life), and more! | Justin Murray, RealLife English CEO
01:07:58

Justin Murray is the Co-founder and CEO of RealLife English. He's originally from the Seattle area in Washington State in the US but has been living in Brazil for more than 10 years. Justin and his business partners (including yours truly) started RealLife English as a series of face-to-face events to give their students the opportunity to practice speaking English through real-life conversations. The business grew into a global community with two very successful Youtube channels, a podcast, and a recently launched app designed to help learners like you to live your English. Justin believes that every learner is on a journey to become the best version of themselves and English is a powerful tool to achieve that. He dreams and works hard towards creating a world beyond borders in which global citizens connect through a common language.

Justin is my co-founder and a friend of mine, so we had a pretty fascinating conversation if I do say so myself! He recommends a couple of mind-blowing books that can change your life. Meditation and journaling are two crucial and fundamental daily habits of his, so we talked about why they are powerful and how you can get started if you're curious. Justin shared what running competitively in high school and college taught him about life and leadership, and how his parents taught him the value of short term pain for long term gain. We discussed how RealLife English got started with events. If you are a teacher or a learner that might like to start an English-speaking group in your city, you can get some helpful advice here. Justin also shared some tips and resources that can help you if you have ever wanted to give up, be it on learning English or any project or endeavor. And we played a fun new game that will get you laughing. That and so much more coming up on episode 10 of Beyond Borders! Download the App Here

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Aug 30, 2021
#248 - English Conversation About Travel | Funny Stories!
34:27

In this episode of the RealLife English podcast, Ethan and Andrea share some of their most fun and memorable stories traveling around the world. Here’s a little teaser: Ethan tells us about his experience being in ‘house arrest” in Thailand. Can you imagine Andrea, also in Thailand, putting on Muay Thai gloves and getting into a ring? Oh, and there’s also a time when Ethan got completely lost in Poland without being able to speak any Polish! Like us, you’re probably missing being able to travel, so sit back, relax, and come on this journey with us. Show notes here.


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Aug 26, 2021
BB 10: Relax, Enjoy and Learn: It's about Connection, not Perfection | Lindsay from AllEars English
54:41

Lindsay, from All Ears English, is an American podcast host and producer, and entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience teaching English as a Second language in Japan, Argentina, Guatemala, and the US. She believes in 'connection, not perfection' when it comes to learning English, and has inspired English language learners worldwide through her thriving podcast, All Ears English, which has been downloaded more than 200 million times!

This interview was so much fun! We started off talking about Lindsay's experiences living abroad, particularly in Japan. If you are a perfectionist, then this will be great for you because Lindsay shared some things that helped her to overcome her own perfectionism in language learning. We talked about why it is important to learn about the culture, not just the language—even if you don't plan to travel to another country. Lindsay and her colleagues are also IELTS experts! So if you plan to study for the exam, you will get some great tips here that can help you reach your goals. We finished with a fun new game where you can pick up some new advanced vocabulary. Download the App Here

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Aug 23, 2021
#247 - Feeling Stuck in Your English? Here's WHY and HOW to Improve it!
32:22

You often ask us questions about how to reach the next level in your English. At the beginning, progress feels so fast, but then it becomes slower and slower, and you get stuck at the same level for a while, and you just don't know how to break through and get to the next one. In this podcast, we investigate why your English may not be improving as fast as you would like it to, and will give you practical advice on what you can do to get to the next level, no matter where you are on your journey right now. Show notes here.


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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Aug 19, 2021
BB Special: Transform Your English with These 4 Experts
24:06

Today we’re bringing you another Beyond Borders podcast special as we prepare our next interview with Lindsay McMahon from All Ears English. This week we’ve taken some of the most powerful fragments from previous shows with Anna from English Fluency Journey, Hadar from Accents Way, Christina Lorimer and Leo Gomez.  

You’re going to love this special episode where Anna tells us about the immense benefit of having a support network for your learning. Then, Hadar shares her opinion on the often conflicting relationship many have with their identity when learning a new language. You won’t wanna miss that! Christina then expands on that idea, while also relating it to her experience living in Spain. Finally comes Leo, a brilliant Brazilian English teacher and he shares his experience learning the language. Download the App Here
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Aug 16, 2021
#246 - Learn about Investment and Cryptocurrency in English | 18 Words and Phrasal Verbs
39:11

This week you will learn a lot of English vocabulary related to finances and on top of that you'll learn quite a bit from this crash course of sorts on investment and cryptocurrency. We'll teach you some phrasal verbs having to do with investments, then we'll touch on the crypto-craze that's been going on for a while now. This podcast contains no financial advice but a great deal of English. Don't miss out! Show notes here.


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Aug 12, 2021
BB Special: Is It Possible To Speak Good English If I Practice With Non-natives?
14:01

As we prepare for the next Beyond Borders interview, featuring a guest you are going to be very excited to learn with, we’ve put together this lesson with bits from some of our previous guests.

Have you ever asked, I want to speak English with natives, where do I find them? Have you avoided speaking with other learners because you believe it will make your English worse? You'll be surprised to hear about Vanessa, Hadar, Emma and Shannon's experiences learning with other non-native learners. Show notes here.

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Aug 09, 2021
#245 - How to Express Your Emotions in English
38:01

When people ask us “How are you?”, we often get lazy and we use the same old replies such as “I'm good,” “I'm great,” AND especially “I’m fine.” But there are so many more great ways to describe how you're feeling if you want to be more specific about your emotions. In this podcast we'll help you expand your vocabulary and learn a range of words to describe your emotions, thinking about them on a scale from low intensity to high intensity. Show notes here.


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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Aug 05, 2021
BB 9: Find the Courage you Need to LIVE your English | Emma from Mmm English
01:10:47

Emma, from mmmEnglish, is a YouTube Teacher, English Confidence Coach, and Entrepreneur based in Perth, Australia. She started her channel to help her former Vietnamese students get out of the classroom and develop real-world fluency and has now grown it to a community of over 4M subscribers. Emma is passionate about helping English learners build their confidence to use their English in the real world. She is also the co-founder of Hey Lady!, an online community for women from around the world to connect and practice their English in a safe environment.

I was so excited to have Emma on. It's actually not the first time that I have met her, and she is so much fun! We talked about what exactly real world English fluency is, and why it is not enough to just speak with natives. She told me about how she overcomes cross-cultural conflict in her Hey Lady! community and how learners can develop the skills to make meaningful connections through English. We also talked about how you can deal with stress and anxiety when it comes to speaking. We discussed why having a strong purpose for your learning, and anything else in life, is absolutely crucial. And as always we finished with a fun game where Emma and I tested our knowledge of each other's countries That and so much more coming up in episode 9 of Beyond Borders! Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Aug 02, 2021
#244 - Talking About Sleep | English Idioms & Vocabulary
35:46

We spend one third of our lives sleeping and it's no wonder that there are so many great words we use instead of sleep in English. By learning them, you can be more specific about the way that you describe your sleep. We also use heaps of expressions related to sleep that can be confusing if you don't know them. Show notes here.


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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jul 29, 2021
BB 8: How to Achieve your Full Potential with Philosophy, Reflection and English Fluency | Leo Gomez
01:25:06

Leo Gomez, founder of Learn your English (.net), is an ESL teacher, trainer and entrepreneur. He has more than 20 years of teaching experience and has taught English in six different countries. Leo believes that individuals develop through reflection, experimentation and learning from their mistakes. Amazingly, he hasn't used the course book to teach in more than seven years. Leo emigrated from Brazil to Canada, where he started his business called Learn Your English. Through courses, masterclasses and two podcasts, Leo and his business partners work to build a language community for both instructors and learners to become more autonomous and effective.

 

I had a great time talking to Leo - at moments I felt so engrossed in the conversation that I forgot we were recording it. We have a lot in common. We started out discussing philosophy, journaling and meditation. Then we talked about Leo's journey to achieve native-level English. We also touched on the challenges to teaching English as a non-native in Canada, and how he overcame them. He shared all sorts of insights for English learners, like "the seven C's of English learning", and the role of purpose and learning a language. That's not all, Leo, also gave tips for teachers, and how you can stop depending on a textbook. We got into learner autonomy, why this is so important, and how teachers can promote it. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jul 26, 2021
#243 - Differences in School & University between UK, US & Australia
36:33

In today's podcast episode, we are talking about differences in schooling in the USA, UK and Australia. It's actually pretty shocking how different they are in these three English speaking countries. We will explain what the journey looks like through the schooling system in each country and important terms and vocabulary that you need to know related to this. You might find this especially helpful if you plan on studying abroad or applying to a university in an English-speaking country. Show notes here.


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Jul 22, 2021
BB 7: She speaks 15 languages! How did she do it | Shannon Kennedy
01:11:40

Shannon Kennedy, from eurolinguiste.com, is an American entrepreneur, content creator, language learner and musician based in California. She's a language expert and writer on various language learning platforms, such as Fluent in 3 Months and Drops, where she shares tips and challenges to help learners apply the concepts of minimalism to maximize their efficiency. Shannon is also a professional jazz musician and started studying European languages, such as Spanish, Italian and German while taking her Master's Degree in Musicology.

I just am absolutely blown away by Shannon's ability to study 5+ languages simultaneously on top of working, running her own project, and spending time with family. That said, this interview will give you tons of ideas for how you can improve your skills in English or start learning another language, even if you are very busy and have hardly any time. Shannon told me about some of her favorite tools and systems that she uses to organize her learning in all of her different languages. There's a lot here that I want to try applying to my own learning, and I'm sure you will, too. She discusses why motivation is not important, and what actually is really essential. Shannon, like myself, is an introvert, and we discussed tips that can help you speak languages even if you are shy or introverted. She shared how you can get the most out of your course book and other resources. We also talked about what fluency is. I found her answer pretty surprising and fascinating. So there is a ton of useful information in this interview—you may want to grab a pen and paper! Now ladies and gents, let's get into episode 7 of Beyond Borders. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jul 19, 2021
#242 - No Time to Learn English? Use These Tips to Make it a Daily Habit!
29:54

“I don't have time for English.” “I have so many things to do.” “Work is busy.” “I have lots of university assignments.” “In my free time, I want to relax, not be thinking about English.” Do you ever say these things to yourself? Do you not have time to learn English? We understand how you feel. We’ve felt the same way too learning other languages and we’ve combated that with a few tricks to never let a day pass without learning and practicing the languages we learn. In this podcast lesson, we are going to give you some tips and some strategies to help you make English a part of your everyday life. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jul 14, 2021
BB 6: How to Make English Useful and Interesting to You | Christina Lorimer
01:18:02

Christina Lorimer, christinalorimer.com, is an English instructor, materials writer, academic consultant, and entrepreneur. She is a specialist in English as a second language and has worked with NGOs and immigrant refugees for many years. She dedicates her work to support language learners in overcoming internal and systemic barriers to become confident English speakers.

We talked about her experience helping immigrants in California to learn English and overcome strong emotional barriers, and her advice that could help you overcome your own limits to speak. We discussed her feeling depressed the first time that she lived outside of the United States, and the importance of having a support network. Also why going to an English speaking country will not be the magic pill to help you speak fluently. It was interesting hearing her perspectives on culture shock and reverse culture shock when returning to the USA. Christina also gave advice for English teachers to stay relevant in 2021 and beyond.

Her language journey started with Spanish, but Christina also speaks Brazilian Portuguese fluently. Through her Youtube Channel, she teaches English in Portuguese and helps learners just like you with their dream of learning English in a simple and fun way. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jul 11, 2021
#241 - 12 Funny English Expressions Kids Use
35:59

Today we have a very special podcast where we take a trip down memory lane (remember the past) and talk about expressions that we used to say as kids. These are funny playground expressions, some of which you've probably heard in kid shows or in family movies. As you’ll see the vocabulary and the language can be quite interesting, even philosophical, in some of these. Don’t miss out! Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jul 07, 2021
BB 5: Learn from Language Expert who Speaks 8 Languages and How to Learn English with Stories | Olly Richards
01:20:43

Olly Richards, iwillteachyoualanguage.com and langpreneur.com, is a polyglot online teacher, author, and entrepreneur. After buying a one-way ticket to Paris at the age of 19, there was no turning back on the language learning journey for him. Since then, Olly has learned more than eight languages fluently and has developed his own method, StoryLearning, to help thousands of people speak a foreign language. He is originally from the UK, but Olly is a true global citizen. Over the last 15 years, he has lived, worked, or traveled to Japan, Portugal, France, Brazil, Egypt, Qatar, and many other countries. Through his I Will Teach You a Language Youtube Channel, podcast, and Publishing Company he helps people around the world improve their lives, relationships, and potential by learning new languages. In fact, early in my own language learning days, some 7 or 8 years ago, Olly was a big hero and inspiration of mine! And on the Langpreneur Podcast, he invites the biggest names of the language industry to share the ins and outs of turning their passion for languages into a profitable online business. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Pareto Principle for Language Learning
Olly’s Video - How to develop TRUE spoken fluency in a foreign language
Olly's StoryLearning Method
Olly's Books to Learn English Through Stories


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Jul 05, 2021
#240 - Do I Need to Have a Native Accent?
34:28

In this week's podcast, we're talking all about whether or not you SHOULD TRY to sound like a native and how this correlates with accent reduction, intelligibility, identity and your DEEPER PURPOSE for learning English. Is this a particular goal you have as part of your English language journey? Have you ever faced any prejudice for the accent that you have? Whatever your thoughts are on the subject, it's a really interesting one and so you'll enjoy listening to our discussion about it. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jun 30, 2021
BB 4: What to Do if People Criticize Your English | Anna from English Fluency Journey
01:13:36

Anna Khoma, @HannahKhoma on Instagram, is an English learner and teacher, accent coach, and vlogger from Chernivtsi, Ukraine. On her YouTube channel, English Fluency Journey, she shares her own journey to get to a native level of English, and her continued journey learning English. Anna started studying English seriously shortly after her son was born, about four years ago. At that point, she had never spoken English. Through hard work, passion, and dedication, she has been able to achieve the incredible results that you will hear shortly. But, as she says, English fluency is not a destination, it is a journey, and so she sees it as something that she will be learning her entire life. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jun 27, 2021
#239 - Money Idioms and Slang for Everyday Conversation
34:16

In this week’s podcast, Ethan and Ollie talk all about money. You will learn idioms and expressions related to money that you can start using today in your real-life conversations or on the RealLife App. Learning these idioms and expressions will make you sound more natural when you speak English. So, take out your pen and paper, and get ready to write some of these expressions down. Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Jun 23, 2021
BB 3: What's The Right Path To Fluency? | Jack and Ethan Share Experiences on Teaching and Learning Languages
01:21:48

Jack Askew, tofluency.com and teachingeslonline.com, is an online ESL/EFL teacher, a web designer, and blogger. In 2008 he was offered a promotion at the marketing company he was working in, but he decided to quit and pursue his dream of traveling to South America instead. Since then he has been teaching English online and he has also worked in schools in Spain and Ecuador. He is originally from Preston in the United Kingdom, but he currently lives in the USA with his wife and two children. On his To Fluency YouTube Channel he helps learners to break out of intermediate and finally take their English to the C1 level and beyond. And on Teaching ESL Online he helps teachers to start their own business teaching independently online. 

I will apologize ahead of time—I had some audio issues and so the quality is a little bit less than normal! But despite this, I highly urge you to listen to the whole episode because this was a dynamite conversation and there is great advice here for both English learners and teachers alike! Show notes here.

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We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to podcasts, not only with audio and transcripts, but also to speak English with other learners from around the world, at the touch of a button, for free.

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Learnissimo Platform
The Michel Thomas  Method
Polyglot Club 
Anki
The Mimic Method
Comprehensible Input - Stephen Krashen's Theory of Second Language Acquisition
Idahosa Ness Rapping in 8 different languages 
Jack's Video on Teaching Using Zoom 
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Jun 20, 2021
#238 - Q&A with Andrea & Ollie | "I'm Stuck at Intermediate, what do I do?" and More!
36:09

In this week's podcast, Andrea and I are answering your questions. We asked you on Instagram, what you want to know about English or about us. And the great thing about your questions is they are rich in language and  vocabulary. So you are going to learn lots of new expressions in this podcast. Show notes here.

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Jun 16, 2021
#237 - How to Understand Natives | Connected Speech
36:17

In this week's podcast, we're talking all about connected speech! You'll learn about how we often don’t pronounce some words, how we reduce others and how we change some sounds in order to flow more naturally with our speech. This is a really interesting topic that will not only allow you to understand native English better, but you can also use this in your everyday speech too. At the end, we put ourselves to the test with the classic “Betty Botter bought some butter“ tongue twister. So, stick till the end to check that out and give it a go yourself! Show notes here.

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Jun 09, 2021
BB 2: “Do I Need to Sound Like a Native?” | Hadar and Ethan's Advice on Fluency
01:07:20

In this episode of the show I had an amazing conversation with Hadar Shemesh, an incredibly skilled and insightful accent and fluency coach from Israel. She moved to NYC when she was 21 to pursue acting, where she worked as a bartender at a Jazz club to support herself. According to her, she used to get criticized because of her strong Israeli accent, but acting helped her become a "diligent speech student." We start off talking about how we can often feel uncomfortable speaking a foreign language because we can't express our identity, and her experience of this while living in New York. We discuss why it is less important than you think to speak like a native, and much more important to discover how to speak like yourself. We cover extensively about native-speakerism and discrimination towards English learners and non-native teachers, and how you can overcome imposter syndrome and share your passion with the world. No matter where you are on your language learning journey, whether you are a non-native teacher or a student, you will get a lot out of this interview. So, let's jump in! Show notes here.

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Jun 06, 2021
#236 - 10 Free Online Games To Practice Your English!
36:46

In this week's podcasts, Ethan and Ollie get their competitive spirit out with the best online games that you can use to practice your English. Learning through games is an excellent way to make your learning experience a lot more fun and dynamic. So, if you like the idea of taking your English out of the classroom and having fun, don't miss out on this episode! Show notes here.

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Jun 02, 2021
BB 1: Speak English with Vanessa — How to Find Time to Learn and More…
01:22:39

In this debut episode of the show, you are going to learn a ton and get a lot of inspiration from Vanessa. She's an American English teacher who has over 3 million subscribers on her Speak English with Vanessa YouTube channel. In this episode of Beyond Borders with Ethan she talks about her time living in France, where working as a nanny she taught English to the two children she was babysitting. She also tells us about why she deleted all the social media apps off of her phone, how her perspective changed moving abroad and how she prevents losing her French skills while living in the USA, her opinions and strategies on raising her two children, how resourcefulness, passion and small wins have made her successful, her opinions on whether you need to speak English with a native. Vanessa is an avid reader, so you will learn the books that she recommends most to English learners. And so much more… so listen now! Show notes here.

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May 30, 2021
#235 - 16 Ways to Congratulate Someone | English Phrases & Expressions
38:23

This week we have a reason to celebrate. We’re now a 4 million people community on YouTube! And because a lot of people are congratulating us on YouTube, we decided it’d be fitting to record a podcast on different ways to say congratulations. This is a word that learners often misuse, so we detail the different situations when it is okay to say “congratulations” (hint: not on someone’s birthday!). Show notes here.

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May 26, 2021
#234 - English for Cafés | How to Order Your Favourite Drink
39:33

At RealLife English we're coffee lovers! That's why we're bringing you this podcast in which you'll learn vocabulary on how to order your favorite coffee, whether you're traveling abroad or ordering in a café at your local chain. We also talk about details about the specific coffee culture from The US, UK and Australia. Show notes here.

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May 19, 2021
#233 - 12 Expressions & Phrasal Verbs with SPEAK
32:17

Have you ever heard someone say that something speaks volumes? Or ever wondered about the difference between “speak up” and “speak out”? In today’s podcast Ethan, Andrea and Ollie talk all about different expressions with the word “speak.” Not only will you learn what these actually mean, but you'll learn how to use them in everyday conversation as well. Show notes here.

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May 12, 2021
#232 - Words from Other Languages in English & How We Use Them!
34:06

Ethan, Andrea and Ollie are back together in the virtual studio to discuss words used in English that come from other languages in English. These are called loanwords and are very common in everyday (and not so everyday) speech. You’re also probably using some of these loanwords in your native language too. An important aspect of using these words is knowing how to pronounce them, as a few of them have special sounds. Also get ready to have some laughs as Ollie impresses Andrea and Ethan with his French accent! Show notes here.

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May 05, 2021
#231 - Speak Clearly and Overcome Perfectionism | Rachel's English
33:56

In this week’s episode, Ethan interviewed Rachel from Rachel’s English. Rachel is an American pronunciation expert from Philadelphia, and with her YouTube and course she has helped millions of learners to understand and speak English clearly and naturally. In this lesson, you will learn what to do if perfectionism makes you scared of making mistakes and gets in the way of fluency. You will get advice to start practicing speaking English and how to train your pronunciation at home, alone. And so much more! Show notes here.


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Apr 28, 2021
#230 - 16 Expressions and Phrasal Verbs with 'Look' for Daily Conversations
34:42

In today’s podcast, Andrea and Ollie teach you lots of expressions and phrasal verbs with the word look, which is an extremely useful word that you can use in a variety of different everyday situations. When it comes to phrasal verbs, we know that they tend to be difficult to learn, that’s why we’re teaching them to you with their context and funny stories of when we have used them. So, you’ll learn the phrasal verbs for some standard verbs like inspect, reflect, search, investigate. This will make your English much more diverse and natural sounding! Show notes here.

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Apr 21, 2021
#229 - 15 Useful Idioms: Weather Idioms to Use in Daily Conversation
37:14

This week's podcast is all about idioms! Part of being fluent in the language is being able to speak with idiomatic expressions when they're appropriate. For example, when someone asks you "How are you?", don't always fall back to the old "I'm fine, and you?" Think of ways you can add variety to your language. For example, you could say "as right as rain". Today, Andrea and Olli teach you weather related idioms, and in doing so they touch on a cultural aspect that has to do with British people and the weather. Can you guess what it is? Show notes here.

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Apr 14, 2021
#228 - How Is Easter Celebrated? UK, US & Australian Traditions
35:32

In today's podcast we talk all about Easter traditions and how this festival is celebrated in the US, the UK, and Australia. Easter is originally a religious tradition, but nowadays a lot of people see it as a family celebration where you get to share delicious Easter chocolate eggs with your loved ones. So, we talk a little bit about both these sides of Easter tradition. Show notes here.

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Apr 07, 2021
#227 - How Do Americans and Brits Say this Aussie Slang?
35:11

In today’s podcast, we’re talking all things Slang! Ollie teaches us some funny Australian slang expressions. You’ll also learn the American and British alternatives to these words, so no matter what your favorite version of English is, you’ll learn tons of vocabulary today with us. They also talk about how slang changes based on region and generation. Show notes here.

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Mar 31, 2021
#226 - How to Use Dating Apps to Learn English
38:42

In this week's podcast, we're talking all about how you can use dating apps to practice your English. We discuss why these apps are useful to learn English and how you can start today. We'll also tell you how you can start a conversation and reply as well as some safety issues to be aware of. Show notes here.

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Mar 22, 2021
#225 - Fluent English in 3 Months! Is it Possible?
38:12

Is it possible to get fluent in 3 months as many companies claim? Can you do it without leaving your home country? In today's podcast, Ethan, Andrea and Ollie, define what fluency is and what effect a 3-month plan can have on your ability to speak English. Show notes here.

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Mar 15, 2021
#224 - How to Complain Politely in English
40:13

In today's podcast, we're talking all about how to complain in English. As you're probably aware we have a culture of not really complaining, so when we do, we do it in an extremely polite way. So, we'll teach you lots of phrases and tips on how to complain politely whether you're at work, traveling, in restaurants, or hotels and in many more places. Show notes here.

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Mar 09, 2021
#223 - How to Learn and Practice English at Home Alone
31:16

Over the past year, we've been spending a lot more time at home, but this doesn't mean that you have to stop learning English or making progress in your language learning. We have some great tips for you that are going to help you get some structure in your language learning as well as some ideas on how you can continue learning and practicing at home.

Mar 01, 2021
#222 - English for Zoom, Skype, Teams, Meet
46:59

Platforms like Zoom, Skype of Google Meet are used more now than ever before. Some of our students have brought up some of the challenges that come with speaking in English while using these platforms. What do we say when the audio isn't working? Or when the other person's screen freezes? Or when we accidentally interrupt ourselves? Ethan, Andrea and Ollie share some strategies, tips, and vocabulary to use in video conferences, no matter if it's a business meeting, a team meeting, meeting with your friends or even having an interview. 

Feb 22, 2021
#221 - Best Australian Series to Learn English
36:17

In this week's episode of the RealLife English podcast, your new fluency coach Ollie guides you through a whole range of different Australian TV series that you can start watching now, from movies, series, reality shows to soup operas! He also shares some fun Aussie idioms you'll love hearing about.

Feb 15, 2021
#220 – 15 Questions for Great Conversations (+ Meet Your New Fluency Coach!)
42:44

We're thrilled (excited) to introduce you to Ollie, our newest Fluency Coach at RealLife English! Can you guess where he's from? (Hint: He doesn't have a US or a British accent) This episode is your chance to get to know Ollie as we put him in the hot seat and ask him about his language learning, travel adventures, inspirations, and much more! As you'll see, we ask him some interesting questions that you'll find useful next time you meet someone new!

Feb 08, 2021
#219 - Best Songs to Learn English with in 2021!
44:36

In this podcast, Ethan and Andrea talk all about their favorite songs from 2020 that can help you to learn English in 2021. Not only do they talk about their favorite songs, but they talk about some favorite vocabulary and phrases from them and they break them down for you.

Feb 01, 2021
#218 - How to Improve your Listening Skills
23:57

In this podcast, Ethan and Andrea discuss how you can improve your listening comprehension. Did you know that 60% of our time spent communicating is by listening? And that we only retain 25% of that information? This could even be less when English isn't your native language. Be all ears in this fantastic episode and find out how you can become a better listener and improve your comprehension.

Jan 25, 2021
#217 - Best Series to watch in 2021!
47:00

Last year we did "10 Best Netflix Series to Learn English with in 2020" on our YouTube channel and you loved it! Well, it's 2021 now and we're sharing with you our picks for the best shows that you can use to keep it rocking with your English learning this year!

Jan 18, 2021
#216 - 12 Slang Words that Natives Use All the Time!
37:24

In today's wicked (UK) podcast, Ethan and Andrea talk all about slang words that you need to know. The reason why slang is so important is because it helps you understand what people are talking about, whether in TV, songs, or when you converse with a native. Ethan also shares some tips on how you can incorporate slang into your vocabulary and actually also start using it. So, don't miss out on this AWESOME opportunity to get your slag game on point! 

Jan 11, 2021
#215 - Actually Achieve Your 2021 Goals with this Podcast
49:02

It's 2021 and many people are thinking about their resolutions. Maybe one of your goals for this year is to improve your English. In this podcast, Ethan and Justin talk about some scientifically validated ways that you can implement to actually be successful in achieving your goals this year.

Jan 04, 2021
#214 - New Year’s Traditions, Vocabulary and More!
36:01

Aww yeah! 2020 is a wrap! In this podcast, Ethan and Andre talk all about New Year's Eve and New Year's day traditions from the US, the UK as well as other from other countries. Andrea even shares her fun experience celebrating New Year's in Times Square in New York. Don't miss out on this fantastic podcast to end the year and start 2021 with a bang!

Dec 23, 2020
#213 - How to Talk about Christmas | 26+ Vocabulary & Expressions
43:48

Ho, ho, ho! Christmas is right around the corner, and it's only fitting that Ethan and Andrea talk about everybody's (or most people's, right?) favorite holiday of the year. Curious to know if your name is on Santa's nice list? Or is it on his naughty list? Ethan and Andrea explain what this whole "naughty or nice" thing is as well as many other words and expressions that we use around Christmastime.

Dec 21, 2020
#212 - 7 Habits to Learn English Effectively
46:05

In this episode, Ethan is joined by Max and Izzy. Both exceptional English speakers. They discuss the teachings of one of the most influential self-development books: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. This book provides a set of simple but really powerful principles that you can use to be successful in life and also as an English learner.

Dec 16, 2020
#211 - 7 Reasons Why People Fail to Get Fluent in English
38:48

"I'm just bad at languages," "I'm too embarrassed to speak," "I'm too old to learn." These are some of the things people learning English tell themselves.
In this episode, Ethan, Andrea and Justin discuss these and a few other common excuses and attitudes that prevent people from learning English. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced learner, this is a great opportunity to check in with yourself to make sure you're not disempowering yourself with these common excuses.

Dec 09, 2020
#210 - How to Understand TV series & Movies without Subtitles
42:00

What is keeping you from watching a movie or TV show in English without subtitles? In this episode, Ethan, Andrea and Justin discuss 3 key things that are going to help you to finally break free from subtitles!

Dec 02, 2020
#209 - 12 Beautiful English Idioms to Help you Understand Natives
32:44

If you have a soft spot for idioms, this podcast will take your breath away! Ethan and Andrea teach you 12 beautiful idioms so that you can understand their meaning and start using them in conversation. Plus, they answer the question we so often get asked: what's the difference between an idiom and an expression?

Nov 25, 2020
#208 - Are Natives Really Better Teachers?
31:51

Do native English speakers really make better teachers? There's a lot of controversy surrounding this topic called native-speakerism and so we discuss the advantages of having a non-native English teacher as well as the advantages of having a native English teacher. It really goes beyond just having English as a first language and we hope that this podcast would help you to make an informed decision when choosing your teacher.

Nov 18, 2020
#207 - 20 Native Ways to Say “Stupid” in English
45:32

Which of these is NOT the same?:

A) Slow-Witted
B) Bonehead
C) Klutz

In fact, all of them are alternatives that you can use instead of “stupid”! While we don’t encourage that you start insulting people, in this episode, we look at vocabulary that will help you understand TV series, the news, and even presidential debates!

Nov 11, 2020
#206 - British vs American Culture - Do you Know These Differences
48:28

In this week's podcast we're talking about some weird and interesting facts about British Culture. Ethan and Andrea discuss this, as well as similarities and differences between American and British culture. 

Nov 04, 2020
#205 - American Elections, Politics, and the Danger of Social Media
40:13

With the US elections right around the corner, we get deep into the American political situation in this episode. You’ll learn some vocabulary related to the elections that’s will be useful if you would like to keep updated with what’s happening in the political scene in the US. Also, we discuss other social issues such as the Coronavirus, climate change and how social media influences and manipulates you.

Oct 28, 2020
#204 - How to Have the Perfect Self Introduction in English
41:24

Do you want to make a great first impression? The easiest way to do this is by creating your unique, personal perfect self-introduction in English! In this special podcast, Ethan will teach you everything you need to know to create your script for your perfect introduction!

Oct 23, 2020
#203 - 12 Idioms with Nationalities & Countries
27:57

In today's podcast lesson, Ethan and Andrea teach you 12 English idioms and expressions with nationalities or countries. Let us know in the comments if any of these exist in your country!

Oct 21, 2020
#202 - Learn How to Present Confidently in English
32:54

In this episode of the RealLife English Podcast, Andrea is joined by our very own Agnieszka. She talks all about giving presentations in English. From how to develop your confidence, starting a presentation the right way and what to do when things don't go as planned.

Oct 14, 2020
#201 - These 7 Phrases will Make any English Conversation Easier!
37:50

In this episode of the RealLife English Podcast, Ethan and Andrea talk about a topic that often doesn't get the attention that it deserves: cultural fluency. They offer their perspective on the culture of politeness in English, which might be different in your language.

Oct 07, 2020
#200 - The Epic Adventure of RealLife English
36:38

We're celebrating the 200th episode of the RealLife English Podcast! If that wasn't enough of a celebratory occasion, we've reached 3 Million subscribers on Learn English with TV series, and 100,000 on the RealLife English YouTube channel. This is all thanks to you! In this episode, Justin and Ethan look back at the origins of RealLife English in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Don't miss out on the adventure!

Sep 30, 2020
#199 - English Expressions that Confuse Everyone!
31:14

Ethan and Andrea go over a list of rather strange-sounding idioms. Have you ever heard "Bob's your uncle!" or "My neck of the woods"? Learn about those and a few more in today's podcast. 

Sep 23, 2020
#198- How to Teach English to Your Children
38:45

In today’s podcast Andrea is joined by Ksenia and Agniezka, who are both part of the RealLife English team. They share different tips for teaching English to kids and they also talk about their own experience teaching it to their kids.

Sep 16, 2020
197- British Words That Are Rude in the USA
31:03

In today’s podcast Ethan and Andrea talk about British English words that when you use in the United States (and vice versa), they can get you into trouble or get you some laughs.

Sep 09, 2020
196- American Culture: Geography, Food, Music, Travel, and More
41:51

In this podcast Justin and Ethan talk about some great things about the American culture that you might not know about!

Sep 02, 2020
195- 7 Tips to Drastically Improve Your Pronunciation
35:09

Do you want to improve your English pronunciation but you are not sure about how to do this? In this lesson Justin and Andrea give you some practical tips that you can apply today and start improving in this area!

Aug 26, 2020
194- How to Think in English
39:24

Do you ever get that feeling where you freeze up in conversation because you can't think of how to say something in English? In this lesson Ethan and Andrea will give you several recommendations that you can apply today in order to improve your English fluency!

Aug 19, 2020
193- If You Want to Get Fluent Do These 5 Things Daily
46:21

In this podcast Ethan, Andrea and Justin talk about five great things that you can practice every day in order to improve your English communication skills.

Aug 12, 2020
192- Don't use these everyday American words in Britain!
31:56

In today's podcast Ethan and Andrea talk about hilarious everyday American words that you shouldn't use if you visit the UK!

Aug 05, 2020
191- 8 Myths About English Fluency
48:01

In today's podcast Andrea, Justin and Ethan talk about common myths about English fluency and give great advice on how to improve your learning process.

Jul 29, 2020
190- The Secret to Speaking English As An Introvert
48:17

Do you think that your introversion is a barrier for you when it comes to practicing your English? In this podcast Ethan and Andrea talk about this topic and share great ways to don't let your fears stop you!

 

Jul 22, 2020
189- How To Speak English Fast and Understand Natives
44:59

Have you ever wondered about how can natives speak so fast? In today's podcast Ethan, Andrea and Justin will teach you some useful ways to increase your English fluency and comprehension.

Jul 15, 2020
188 - 15 Useful Expressions Natives Use All the Time
26:32

Do you ever wish that you could speak more like a native? In today’s podcast Ethan and Andrea will teach you 15 advanced English expressions that natives use all the time!

Jul 08, 2020
187- 7 Ways Podcasts Transform Your English and Your Life
36:27

In this free audio lesson we will be talking about how podcasts can transform your English and your life. You will have a lot of fun listening to Ethan, Justin and Andrea talk about this interesting subject and improve your English vocabulary with great new words!

Jul 01, 2020
186 - 7 Things NOT to Do When Speaking English
32:09

You have probably heard many things about the things that you should do when speaking English, but have you ever wondered what things you should NOT do? In this free audio lesson you will get some great advice from Ethan and Andrea regarding the things that you should avoid while having an English conversation.

Jun 24, 2020
185 - 1 Language, 2 Accents (British vs. American Words)
38:23

In this free audio lesson you will be learning lots of British and American English words and expressions. You will have a lot of fun hearing how different Ethan and Andrea's accents are and by the time you finish listening to it you will know which words you should use in each country avoid misunderstandings!

Jun 17, 2020
184 - Racism and Global Citizenship
33:51

How should a global citizen react to racism? Right now, this is a controversial, but extremely relevant question. In this episode, we reflect on this question and hope to give you a dose of inspiration, as well as important words and expressions related to this important issue.

Jun 12, 2020
183 - How to Master Your Fear
49:30

In this podcast you will learn English with a beautiful poem by Gavin Aung Than how to overcome your fears. You will not only get a lot of inspiration to achieve your goals and master your fears but you will also learn many expressions and useful vocabulary.

Jun 03, 2020
182 - 12 Native British Expressions
34:32

In this podcast you will have tons of fun seeing Ethan trying to guess some British expressions. If you want to laugh a lot while learning English and improving your vocabulary, then this podcast is perfect for you!

May 27, 2020
181 - How Great Learners Get Inspired
32:20

In this podcast Andrea, Justin and Ethan will talk about the ingredients for success, inspired by Simon Sinek's TED talk: Start with Why. You will learn a lot of interesting words and expressions and most importantly, you will learn an innovative way of thinking that will guarantee your success in English learning.

May 20, 2020
180 - In the Kitchen (Cooking Expressions)
35:23

Aww yeah! In this podcast Ethan and Andrea will be having lots of fun while talking about one of their favorites topics: food. You will learn lots of common words and expressions related to cooking that will greatly improve your English vocabulary and comprehension.

May 13, 2020
179 - Do You Really Need a Teacher?
30:50

Have you ever wondered 'what does a great teacher do'? What's the difference between a good teacher, and a great teacher? And what is the difference between a teacher and a coach? In today’s podcast we will answer all of these questions, and also talk about teaching methods and discussing how a great teacher or coach can have a tremendous influence on your learning process. So if you’re an avid learner like us, this podcast is perfect for you!

May 06, 2020
178 - American vs. British Stereotypes
55:36

Aww yeah, in today's podcast Ethan and Andrea will be having a lot of fun describing British and American stereotypes. You will learn about these countries' culture and traditions and will be able to discover which of these stereotypes are actually true!

Apr 29, 2020
177 - Coronavirus and Being a Global Citizen
34:00

In today's podcast, Ethan, Justin, and Andrea talk about how to make the best out of the current Coronavirus situation, which we’re all going through. We also discuss what it means to be a global citizen- how what unites us as human beings is far more powerful than what divides us- why it’s so important in these hard times, and how English connects you to the world!

Apr 22, 2020
176- The 6 Best British TV Series To Learn English
45:00

We have huge, exciting news in this podcast for you!
In addition to that, in this episode you will learn some of the best TV series to learn British English!

Apr 16, 2020
175 - Classroom English vs Real World English
32:03

Aww yeah! The RealLife English podcast is back after a 2 year absence.

In this episode, Ethan and Justin give an update on RealLife English, and cover some of the principles of learning English in the real world, including: 

- Beginners vs Advanced Learners
- Immersion vs Learning at Home
- Tipping Points/ Critical Mass for your listening, reading, and speaking

We also have a few exciting big announcements about what's to come. 

Apr 13, 2020
174 - Hospitals, Sickness, and Getting Pissed
35:34

Join us as we republish one of our classic, most popular episodes, from 2014, a HUMOROUS conversation teaching vocabulary related to hospitals, sickness, and "getting pissed".

Prepare yourself for an action packed episode of the RealLife English podcast that is going to teach you a large variety of vocabulary.

From name mix ups at hospital to taking the piss out of friends, this raunchy episode of RLR might gross you out a little but relax, we will finish you off with a happy ending. Aww Yeah!

Mar 28, 2020
173 – Adventures, Backpacking, and Learning English in a Hostel
38:26

In this episode you will hear Justin's fun and adventurous story, and we will give you some recommendations for travel and how it can even be more effective learning English in your own city instead of traveling to an English speaking country!

All this and more in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast... Aww Yeah!

Jan 08, 2018
172 - How to Have Your Best Year Ever
33:15

Have you had a pretty good 2017, but want to do even better in 2018? Do you ever wonder how to make your dreams a reality? 

In this episode we talk about how you can take action NOW to have the best year (and decade) ever! Aww yeah!

Jan 01, 2018
171 - 8 Perfect Christmas Movies for Learning English
38:50

One of the best ways to learn about Christmas is to watch one of the many popular Christmas Movies, which will show you what the holiday is like and the sorts of values that it represents for Americans. But there are so many to choose from--so we wanted to make a list of our favorites, which are ideal for learning English and getting a taste of what celebrating it is like!

Dec 22, 2017
170 - Do I Need to Speak without an Accent?
45:19

Have you ever asked whether you need to reduce or "terminate" your accent when speaking English? Or do you think that fluency is speaking without an accent? Or have you ever wondered how celebrities like Jackie Chan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Henry Kissinger or Arianna Huffington got so famous in the United States despite being English learners? 

Well we will give you the answers to all of these questions and show you the surprising truth about your accent in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast

Dec 14, 2017
169 - How to Learn Like a Child
35:43

Have you ever had someone tell you that you should learn another language like a child? Does this actually work? And if so, how do you do this? 

In this episode, we will share with you some surprising truths about how children learn languages and techniques that you need to be applying to your own English learning right now... let's jump in!

Dec 07, 2017
168 - Revolutionize Your English with Podcasts
38:35

Get ready to start revolutionizing the way you study English! With this episode we are going to give you the RealLife Native Immersion Course so you can start taking your English fluency to the next level.

Get amazing insight into English pronunciation while learning tons of new expressions, slang, and phrasal verbs in these innovative lessons.

To get your present go to: https://reallifeglobal.com/thanksgiving/

Nov 14, 2017
167 - Am I Too Old to Learn English?
34:13

Have you ever thought to yourself, "I'll never be fluent in English--I'm too old!"? Or maybe you just think that now you are an adult and you can only become fluent when you are a kid. 

Whether you are lost and confused or are making excuses for your learning, you will find this episode extremely useful to answer these question and more. 

Remember to go to https://reallifeglobal.com/age to learn even more!

Nov 06, 2017
166 - 28 Terms and Expressions Related to Death
30:50

It's always hard to find the right words to say when someone dies--and especially when it is not your first language.

You don't want to be perceived as insensitive or rude, so knowing the correct word or expression to talk about death is crucial. We will show you exactly this today to help prevent you from embarrassing yourself!

Oct 30, 2017
165 - How to Express & Respond to Appreciation in English
40:08

Do you know how to express your thanks in English when someone does something nice for you? Or how to respond when someone shows their appreciate to you? It is not enough to just say, "Thank you" or "You're welcome." If you want to be a fluent English speaker, you need to know what is the right word to use and when, so we will show you in this episode, talk about why appreciation is so important, AND share a native gratitude resource for you. 

Oct 23, 2017
164 - American Stereotypes: What Are We Really Like?
34:30

What do you usually think of people from the United States? Do you think we're fat, arrogant, and love guns? Or maybe that we're usually tall, blonde, white, and drive big cars? 

In this episode we'll discuss some common American stereotypes, what is an "Ugly American," and which of these, if any, are actually true! This might just come in handy before you travel to the USA, or if you are just curious about American culture. Let's jump in!

Oct 16, 2017
163 - 15 Practical English Expressions from Shakespeare
28:29

Did you know that William Shakespeare, one of the most famous English writers, hugely shaped how we speak English? In fact, he invented over 1700 new English words. So in this podcast we have hand picked 15 of the most useful expressions that you can start using to add a bit of sophistication to you English. And then maybe you can get a copy of one of Shakespeare's plays and really put your English to the test. Aww yeah! 

Oct 09, 2017
162 - Think and Grow Fluent
31:34

Everything starts with your mindset--the way that you intentionally (or unintentionally) cultivate your thought process and habits. When you put in the deliberate work to mold the right kind of mindset, you are guaranteed to be successful. It is actually quite simple, although it may not always be easy. That's why in this podcast we will give you recommendations to help you change the way you think, so that you can become a fluent, confident English speaker. What's more, you will be able to apply these tools to all other areas of your life. 

Oct 02, 2017
161 - How to Be Funny in English
47:35

Have you ever been frustrated because you heard other people laughing, but didn't understand the joke in English? And do you want to be able to use your English to make other people laugh?

If your answer is "yes," then we have the perfect podcast episode for you here. We brought on Luke, from Luke's English Podcast to give you some expert advice about humor--because Luke is not only a kickass British English teacher, he is also a comedian!

Learn more about Luke's life, how he became a teacher, how you can use comedy and be funnier in English and more, Aww Yeah!

Sep 21, 2017
160 - What to Do if No One Supports You
28:04

Do you ever feel alone in your learning, like you don't have anyone who helps and supports you? Who tells you to keep going and is rooting for you to be successful? 

If you have ever wished that you had friends, family, or a role model who would support you through the challenge of learning English, then this podcast episode is just for you! 

Download or listen now! And remember to visit the show notes at: http://reallifeglobal.com/support/

Sep 15, 2017
159 - Extreme Fluency with Extreme Sports
37:42

Have you ever jumped off a cliff? Or skied down a hill in a meter of snow? Or hopped out of a plane a kilometer above the ground? 

Ok, maybe we can't help you be the next world famous daredevil, but we can help you be an extreme English learner and teach you some extreme sports vocabulary! Which is exactly what we are going to do in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast.

Are you ready to add some adrenaline to your English learning? Let's jump in... Aww Yeah! 

Sep 07, 2017
158 - 6 Powerful Ways to Master English Vocabulary
41:16

Something English learners always complain about is not having the words that they need to express themselves like they would in their mother tongue.

That is why in this episode we are taking a deep dive into some advanced techniques for learning, remembering, and using more vocabulary. Having a rich active vocabulary is a key aspect of fluent communication, so I guarantee that the recommendations in this episode will be invaluable to you. Let's dive in! 

Aug 31, 2017
157 – Why the World is Better Than You Think
45:32

Ethan writing you from Barcelona where there were recently some terrorist attacks from the 16th - 18th of August, 2017. Fortunately, I was not personally affected, but these tragic events definitely got me thinking, and that's what we discuss in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast. 

The headlines all say some variation of "14 Dead in the Attacks in Barcelona." And although this is effective and impactful to see at the front of the newspaper, it is way too impersonal. 

Don't think of 14 dead. Think of the 14 individuals, each with a name, a face, a family--and perhaps more importantly--dreams that now they will never have the possibility to accomplish. Their potential was stolen from them, but you and I are still here. And you and I need to remember that our time, our potential, our dreams can be taken at any moment. We have to act NOW. By telling ourselves that we will have time tomorrow, or next week, or next year to achieve our dreams we avoid the reality that the victim yesterday could have been you or me. And it is a disrespect to those that did have their dreams stolen from them yesterday if you and I don't at least try to make ours a reality today. 

I truly send my heart out to any of you affected by the events here in Barcelona, or anywhere else. Here we might say, "Tots units fem força," -- united we are stronger! And it's never more than in times of tragedy that we see how real this is. Together we will not give up in the face of a few cruel individuals. Together we can make our dreams a reality. Together we can make a better tomorrow.

Let's continue the good fight together, you and I! Much love from Barcelona️ ❤️!

Aug 24, 2017
156 – 10 Practical Tips to LIVE Your English
42:17

If you have been following the episodes since the RealLife English Podcast #150 then you will have been completely immersed in the RealLife Way, our methodology for success in English and in life (if not, you may want to first go back and listen from Episode 150). 

Today we give you TEN TIPS on how you can start following the RealLife Way and guarantee your fluency. Are you ready to kick ass? Listen or download now!

Aug 17, 2017
155 - How Living a Life Beyond Borders Will Transform Your English Fluency
42:59

This episode of the RealLife English Podcast is at the TOP of the RealLife Way--so if you have made it this far, congratulations! You are already well on your way to not just learning it, but living it! And the ultimate expression of this is when you can use your English to actually change the world! 

I know it sounds like a big goal, but as Gandhi said, "Be the change that your wish to see in the world," and knowing how to communicate in English is going to exponentially aid you in doing this. 

Join us for a mind blowing discussion and also learn how you can get TWO new fluency presents, which will help you to start living a life beyond borders. 

Aug 10, 2017
154 - Developing this ONE Skill Will Help You Speak Better English
40:38

Hey you there--yes you! Are you ready to communicate in English like an expert?

It's not just enough to wish for it. And no, it's not enough to go to class two or three times per week or study grammar. The secret lies in just one skill--in a willingness to open your heart, to be vulnerable, to face your shame, and to be COURAGEOUS! If you master the skill that we will talk about in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast, you will be perceived as fluent. But do you have the guts [bravery] to do it? Let's see--download or listen now!

Aug 03, 2017
153 – Do YOU Want to Speak English Like a Native?
35:57

Are you ready to be empowered with the strategies, skills and courage you need to step outside of the classroom, and not just learn English, but to live it? Are you ready for this next big step in our new methodology, the RealLife Way?

Aww yeah! Today, in Step 3, we are both breaking a big myth related to native English speakers AND helping you with your goal of having native-like English... It sounds a bit contradictory, but you will soon find out why in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast!

Jul 27, 2017
152 - How to Go Beyond the Classroom & Live Your Life in English
36:23