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RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#378 - The Definitive Guide to MASTER ENGLISH VOCABULARY and Speak Like a Native, The 4 Pillars of RealLife Vocabulary, and The Power of Seeing Words as Lego PiecesListen with FREE Digital Transcript only on the RealLife App. Today, we have a special guest - the co-founder of the RealLife English Justin Murray, sharing with you ninja tips to master English vocabulary! You don't wanna miss it! Show notes here. ......... Follow us on:RealLife English (YouTube)Learn English with TV Series (YouTube)Instagram: reallife.english --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message2024-02-2643 min
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RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#349 How Learning ENGLISH Can Help You Change the World, Confident Humility, Global Citizenship, and Seeing Everything as a Learning OpportunityListen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Our vision at RealLife English is to create a world beyond borders. By that we mean the borders that we can create in our own heads - the prejudices, the stereotypes, the judgments we have about people from other countries and so on. In a world that is getting more and more polarized, we at RealLife English want to help you become part of the solution. In today's episode, we explain how you can do that. Show notes here. .......... 2023-08-0741 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#324 The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a CONFIDENT, NATURAL English Speaker: The RealLife WayToday 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. Show notes here. Questions from the podcast to LIVE it, CONNECT it, ACTIVATE...2023-02-1340 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#315 Studying English Should NOT Be Boring — How to Make it Fun & EasyConnecting 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. Show notes here. .......... 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 pod...2022-12-1232 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#311 English Learning Story: My First Experience Traveling AbroadTraveling 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. Show notes here. .......... 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...2022-11-1424 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishWelcome to RealLife English!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 Englis...2022-09-1401 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#302 How to Start a Conversation in English: Best Conversation Starters That WorkImagine 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. Show notes here. .......... Beyond Borders 16: Become a Better English Speaker and Avoid Misunderstandings | Cultural Awareness with Jennifer Kumar Comm...2022-09-1227 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishSPECIAL: How to Live, Speak, and Master English with the RealLife AppIn 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! Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Spe...2022-08-3023 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#289 How to Live, Speak & Master English in the Real WorldYou’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. Show notes here. .......... RealLife Way podcast Part 1: How to...2022-06-0659 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#284 How to Think Like a Confident, Natural English SpeakerToday’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 Englis...2022-05-0244 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#277 Interview with a UKRAINIAN about the WarBefore 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. Show notes here. .......... 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...2022-03-1440 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#276 Foodie Podcast! 20 Idioms & Expressions Related to EATINGYou 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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLif...2022-03-0746 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#275 Do you Run Out of Things to Say When you Have Conversations in English? Try These Fun Questions!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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have...2022-02-2845 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#274 Fast & Easy Trick to Expand your English VocabularyOne 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! Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have...2022-02-2141 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#273 How Well do you Know Andrea & Ethan?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! Show notes here. .......... 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 lik...2022-02-1740 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#272 British vs American BABY Vocabulary Differences + Special Announcement!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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife Engli...2022-02-1029 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#271 20 Clever Word Combinations in English you Should Add to your Vocabulary (Brunch, Staycation and MORE)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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Spe...2022-02-0337 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB (Special 10): How To Improve Your Pronunciation Fast and Effectively On your OwnAs 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 metho...2022-01-3113 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#270 Can YOU say these English Tongue Twisters for Speaking & Pronunciation Training?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...2022-01-2727 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB (Special 9): How to Overcome Your Negative Inner Voice | "I'm not Good Enough to Speak English FluentlyAccording 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 hi...2022-01-2410 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#269 Common Mistakes Spanish and Portuguese Speakers MakeIn 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...2022-01-2042 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB (Special 8): 24 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned from 24 Teachers and ExpertsHave 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 bigg...2022-01-1723 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#268 8 New Year’s Superstitions from Around the World!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. Show notes here. .......... 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 als...2022-01-1329 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 24: How to Improve your Pronunciation Alone with Mark HancockMark 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...2022-01-101h 14
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#267 How to Make your Fluency (and Life) Dreams Come True in '222022 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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Pod...2022-01-0637 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 23: Actually Achieve Your Goals in 2022 | Gabriele Oettingen on the Science of MotivationGabriele 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...2022-01-031h 31
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#266 1 Language, 3 Accents! US vs UK vs South African English VocabularyDid 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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will...2021-12-3039 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 22: She Went From Beginner to Fluent in Just 9 Months (and How you Can Too) with Ruri OhamaRuri 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...2021-12-271h 17
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#265 5 Christmas Movies that every English Learner NEEDS to WatchIt’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. .......... 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 Engli...2021-12-2319 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#264 7 Ways to Make your Studying more FUNYou 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! Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticip...2021-12-1631 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 21: The Neuroscience of Learning a Language | Tips on How to Become a Better LearnerCharlie 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.2021-12-131h 19
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#263 Best TV Series to Learn English in 2022!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. Show notes here. .......... 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 transcr...2021-12-0937 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB (Special 7): Do You Want to Be the BEST English Speaker? Do You Want to Be the BEST English Speaker? Listen to THIS!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....2021-12-0609 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#262 Common English Mistakes and How to Avoid Making ThemWhat 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. Show notes here. .......... 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 aud...2021-12-0241 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB (Special 6): How to Learn English Alone, WITHOUT a Teacher, and Make REAL ProgressLearning 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!). Download the App .......... Sign up for the RealLife Native Immersion Course here .......... Episode's Show Notes (find all the links there) Follow...2021-11-2914 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#261 Moving to another country? The Advice you NEED to HEAR!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! Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have...2021-11-2542 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB (Special 5): Really Learn Vocabulary in English with Just a Few Minutes a DayYou'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...2021-11-2213 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#260 OMG! This is How to Use Abbreviations Like a NativeToday 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. Show notes here. 2021-11-1844 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB: How Perfectionism Is Preventing You From Achieving YOUR Best English"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 th...2021-11-1510 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#259 4 Ways English Will Change Your LifeThere'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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Pod...2021-11-1131 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 20: Get your Best English Exam Score as Quickly and Easily as Possible with Josh MacPherson from TST PrepJosh 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...2021-11-081h 17
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#258 What Type of English Learner are You?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! Show notes here. .......... 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...2021-11-0437 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 19: Learn a Language and NEVER Forget It | Gabriel Wyner from Fluent ForeverGabriel 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...2021-11-011h 25
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#257 How to Give Compliments in EnglishToday 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. Show notes here. .......... 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 li...2021-10-2841 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 18: WIN at your Next Job Interview | Tips on How to Tell your Story by Communication Specialist Natasha BroodieNatasha 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...2021-10-251h 22
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#256 15+ English Animal Idioms & How to Use ThemIn 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. Show notes here. .......... 2021-10-2137 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 17: Practice your Listening Skills The RIGHT Way | Luke’s English PodcastLuke 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, a...2021-10-181h 23
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#255 6 Best Tricks to Become More ConfidentDo 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. Show notes here. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, whi...2021-10-1440 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 16: Become a Better English Speaker and Avoid Misunderstandings | Cultural Awareness with Jennifer KumarJennifer 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...2021-10-111h 22
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#254 - Surprising Ways Natives Use the Word 'ASS' | Idioms, Slang & CollocationIf 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...2021-10-0735 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 15: Too Busy with Work to Learn English? | Tiffani Shares her Fascinating JourneyLadies 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...2021-10-041h 32
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#253 - 22+ Conversation Starters That ALWAYS WorkAll 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...2021-09-3036 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 14: Can you Master a Language without Traveling to Another Country? | Gavin from SmallAdvantagesFor 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...2021-09-271h 02
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#252: The Number 1 Reason to Learn EnglishIsn'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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and...2021-09-2333 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 13: From No English to Native-level, Veronika Shares her Top SecretsMy 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...2021-09-201h 17
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#251 - Can you Understand These Jokes in EnglishThere 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anti...2021-09-1629 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 12: How Is Learning By Ear the Secret to Success in English Fluency? | Idahosa from the Mimic MethodIdahosa 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...2021-09-131h 06
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#250 - Questions + Answers with Ethan & Andrea | 250th Podcast Episode Special!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. .......... 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 lis...2021-09-0938 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB Special: How Meditation Can Transform your English and Your Life!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...2021-09-0613 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#249 - 10 Tips to Pass the IELTS ExamYou 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. .......... 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 w...2021-09-0229 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 11: 4 Habits That Will Transform Your English (And Your Life), and more! | Justin Murray, RealLife English CEOJustin 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...2021-08-301h 07
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#248 - English Conversation About Travel | Funny Stories!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 n...2021-08-2634 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 10: Relax, Enjoy and Learn: It's about Connection, not Perfection | Lindsay from AllEars EnglishLindsay, 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...2021-08-2354 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#247 - Feeling Stuck in Your English? Here's WHY and HOW to Improve it!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 j...2021-08-1932 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB Special: Transform Your English with These 4 ExpertsToday 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 wa...2021-08-1624 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#246 - Learn about Investment and Cryptocurrency in English | 18 Words and Phrasal VerbsThis 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App...2021-08-1239 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB Special: Is It Possible To Speak Good English If I Practice With Non-natives?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. .......... We’re super excited to annou...2021-08-0914 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#245 - How to Express Your Emotions in EnglishWhen 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launche...2021-08-0538 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#244 - Talking About Sleep | English Idioms & VocabularyWe 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. .......... 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...2021-07-2935 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#243 - Differences in School & University between UK, US & AustraliaIn 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched mu...2021-07-2236 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 7: She speaks 15 languages! How did she do it | Shannon KennedyShannon 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...2021-07-191h 11
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#242 - No Time to Learn English? Use These Tips to Make it a Daily Habit!“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 strat...2021-07-1429 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 6: How to Make English Useful and Interesting to You | Christina LorimerChristina 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...2021-07-111h 18
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#241 - 12 Funny English Expressions Kids UseToday 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicat...2021-07-0735 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#241 - xxxToday 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicat...2021-07-0735 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 5: Learn from Language Expert who Speaks 8 Languages and How to Learn English with Stories | Olly RichardsOlly 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...2021-07-051h 20
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#240 - Do I Need to Have a Native Accent?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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have pu...2021-06-3034 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 4: What to Do if People Criticize Your English | Anna from English Fluency JourneyAnna 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...2021-06-271h 13
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#239 - Money Idioms and Slang for Everyday ConversationIn 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. .......... 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...2021-06-2334 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#238 - Q&A with Andrea & Ollie | "I'm Stuck at Intermediate, what do I do?" and More!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. .......... 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 tran...2021-06-1636 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#237 - How to Understand Natives | Connected SpeechIn 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 y...2021-06-0936 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 2: “Do I Need to Sound Like a Native?” | Hadar and Ethan's Advice on FluencyIn 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...2021-06-061h 07
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#236 - 10 Free Online Games To Practice Your English!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. .......... 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...2021-06-0236 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 1: Speak English with Vanessa — How to Find Time to Learn and More…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...2021-05-301h 22
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#235 - 16 Ways to Congratulate Someone | English Phrases & ExpressionsThis 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podca...2021-05-2638 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#234 - English for Cafés | How to Order Your Favourite DrinkAt 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to listen to po...2021-05-1939 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#233 - 12 Expressions & Phrasal Verbs with SPEAKHave 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opp...2021-05-1232 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#232 - Words from Other Languages in English & How We Use Them!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. .......... We’re s...2021-05-0534 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#231 - Speak Clearly and Overcome Perfectionism | Rachel's EnglishIn 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. Join Rachel’s English Academy [enter coupon code...2021-04-2833 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#230 - 16 Expressions and Phrasal Verbs with 'Look' for Daily ConversationsIn 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...2021-04-2134 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#229 - 15 Useful Idioms: Weather Idioms to Use in Daily ConversationThis 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? S...2021-04-1437 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#228 - How Is Easter Celebrated? UK, US & Australian TraditionsIn 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, whi...2021-04-0735 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#227 - How Do Americans and Brits Say this Aussie Slang?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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like y...2021-03-3135 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#226 - How to Use Dating Apps to Learn EnglishIn 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will give dedicated learners, just like you, the opportunity to...2021-03-2238 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#225 - Fluent English in 3 Months! Is it Possible?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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the 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...2021-03-1538 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#224 - How to Complain Politely in EnglishIn 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. .......... We’re super excited to announce that we have started testing, and are getting ready to release the much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App, which will giv...2021-03-0940 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#200 - The Epic Adventure of RealLife EnglishWe'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! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message2020-09-3036 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English150 - 5 Steps to Stop Learning English, and Start LIVING it: The RealLife WayIn this episode, we are thrilled to present an outline of our new comprehensive 5-Step methodology that we have developed over the last four years with RealLife English. The next FIVE episodes will go in depth about each step of the RealLife Way and how YOU can start applying this to your English and your life: PART I - Where There's a Will, There's a Way PART II - Don't Just Learn it, Live it PART III - Discover the Truth About "Native" English PART IV - Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone and SPEAK English PART V - B...2017-07-0636 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English100 - The Fascinating Story of RealLife English Let’s celebrate 100 episodes of RealLife Radio. Aww Yeah!!! For such a special occasion we are going to focus this podcast on telling the story of RealLife English, and how this whole movement started. From 2 roommates, to a community of over 120,000 English learners and speakers from all over the world, and plenty more exciting stuff coming in the very near future. We also wanted to give big thanks to everyone who has supported us and given us great feedback from the very begining. - See Shownotes --- Send in a voice message: htt...2015-04-1638 min