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RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#418 The English Lesson Nobody Taught You — How I Became a Confident, Natural English Speaker (Without Textbooks)Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. The traditional school method may have helped you study English, but it didn't prepare you to truly live it. That's why communicating in English can still feel like a challenge. In today's episode, we introduce the RealLife Way of learning English! Using a real-life news story, we'll help you absorb new vocabulary and pronunciation effortlessly — just like a sponge. By the end of this episode, you will: Familiarize yourself with the RealLife way method of learning English with the...
2024-12-0228 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#394 If I Forgot How to Speak English... THIS is How I Would Go From ZERO to FLUENT Fast — The Method for English Fluency That I Wish I Had as a StudentListen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever feel like English is this big, scary monster you have to slay? Set aside the textbooks and join us for a fun chat about living your English! This episode is all about turning English into your everyday habit, and not a school subject. We'll crack the code on using shows you already love to learn new words, unleash your inner parrot to master pronunciation, and answer some of your burning questions (with funny stories, of course). So, grab your headphones and get ready to conquer English w...
2024-06-1745 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#382 - The Story of How I Started to Speak English Like a Native Without Studying, Why You Shouldn't See English as a School Subject, and the Power of Cultural Immersion for Achieving English FluencyListen with FREE Digital Transcript only on the RealLife App. Meet our special guest in today's episode who's keen on reading Lord of the Rings if stranded on the Desert Island. If talking seriously, you'll get a ton of tips on how to get your English wo a native-like level from our Content Manager at RealLife English, Izzy Mignot. Star Wars, Age of Empire - does anything ring a bell? Then stick around 'cause you're in for a treat today! 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/message
2024-03-2542 min
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/message
2024-02-2643 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#365 - Advanced English TEST! How Many Alternatives Can You Name?Listen with FREE Digital Transcript only on the RealLife App. Hey! This is Thiago, and we need your help! We've created this survey https://forms.gle/8R8CKUe5azFQ8Jq28 to understand how we can make the best lessons on this podcast, and guide you on your English learning journey. Would you be able to respond to the questions? Thank you so much! Many times you've heard us saying here at RealLife that learning English can and should be fun! Today, we're bringing you a riveting episode in which our hosts will play some funny games that you can laugh and learn with!...
2023-11-2711 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#364 Bonus - 4 Secrets to ADVANCE Your English Level FASTERListen with FREE Digital Transcript only on the RealLife App. Hey! This is Thiago, and we need your help! We've created this survey https://forms.gle/8R8CKUe5azFQ8Jq28 to understand how we can make the best lessons on this podcast, and guide you on your English learning journey. Would you be able to respond to the questions? Thank you so much! In today's episode, we speak about how you can use our RealLife Way method to help you work on your English fluency and effectively fast-track the process without making yourself burned out. Those are very practical tips, so it's a must-listen for all English...
2023-11-2313 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#363 The Most Confusing English Mistakes | CAN or CAN'T? — WORD or WORLD? and More!Listen with FREE Digital Transcript only on the RealLife App. Hey! This is Thiago, and we need your help! We've created this survey https://forms.gle/8R8CKUe5azFQ8Jq28 to understand how we can make the best lessons on this podcast, and guide you on your English learning journey. Would you be able to respond to the questions? Thank you so much! How to tell the difference between "CAN" and "CAN'T"? How to correctly pronounce the word "World" in English? The English language is full of minor, subtle differences in sound. Studying and learning these differences can make you better understa...
2023-11-1312 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#360 6 GREAT TV Series to Watch in English and EXPAND YOUR VOCABULARY Tremendously, Useful Words and Daily Expressions, and How to Learn Advanced Pronunciation While Having Fun with TV SeriesListen with FREE Digital Transcript only on the RealLife App. It's no secret that all of us here at RealLife English love TV series. We believe that learning English with TV series offers a fun, dynamic and engaging way to improve your vocabulary, listening and pronunciation skills. We even have a YouTube channel called Learn English with TV Series! In today's episode, Ethan, Thiago and Ksenia talk about their personal favorite TV series. Join us in this fun conversation! Listen now! Show notes here. .......... Follow us on:
2023-10-2345 min
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#345 Speaking English When Traveling (at the Airport, Hotel, City), Important Vocabulary You'll Need, and the Story of our Adventure in Peru and Machu PicchuListen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. The entire RealLife English team has recently met in person in Peru. One of the highlights of this trip was visiting Machu Picchu, considered one of the seven wonders of the world. In this episode, Ethan and Thiago revisit this incredible experience, sharing some of the cool things about the trip as well as some of the challenges that went with it. Show notes here. .......... Follow us on: RealLife English (YouTube) Learn English with TV...
2023-07-1053 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#331 How You Can Reduce Your Accent in English (and Should You?), Analyzing the English of Celebrities, and MoreListen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. 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. Show notes here. .......... ...
2023-04-0447 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#325 How You Can Understand 100% of What Natives Say, Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse, and What Jack Sparrow Can Teach You About Learning EnglishIn 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. Show notes here. 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...
2023-02-2031 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 it: ...
2023-02-1340 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#321 How to Improve Your English for WORKHave 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...
2023-01-2335 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#320 5 Things You Absolutely Must Know About English LearningWe 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. Show notes here. .......... 319: 5 Common Grammar Mistakes Learners Make
2023-01-1631 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#317 Lacoste? Xerox? How to Pronounce These 16 Brand Names in English CORRECTLYDo 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. 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, at the touch of a button, for...
2022-12-2628 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#316 Our Daily Routine To Keep Our English SharpDo 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...
2022-12-2042 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 podcasts, no...
2022-12-1232 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#314 The Solution To Feeling Insecure To Speak EnglishDo 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.
2022-12-0536 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#313 Stop Speaking SCHOOL ENGLISH: Speak REAL ENGLISH With These ExpressionsYou 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. 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...
2022-11-2831 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#312 How To Advance Your English FAST: Start Teaching!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...
2022-11-2140 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, at th...
2022-11-1424 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#310 Learn The Basics Of English Grammar: How To Use Grammar To Speak English BetterIf 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. Show notes here. .......... We're super excited to...
2022-11-0731 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#307 English For Travel: How To Navigate Language Barriers When TravelingIn 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. Show notes here. .......... The DNA Journey ONE language, FOUR accents — USA vs. UK vs...
2022-10-1732 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#306 Learn English Vocabulary: Different Ways To Use the Word ASS in EnglishIf 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! Show notes here. ..........
2022-10-1023 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#305 Essentialism: Tips To Learn English Better and FasterNowadays, 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...
2022-10-0328 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#304 Learn English with TED Talks: Do Schools Kill Creativity? Ken RobinsonDo 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. Show notes here. .......... Do schools kill creativity? | Sir Ken Robinson 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...
2022-09-2631 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#303 The 80/20 of Vocabulary: How to Advance Your English FAST!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. Show notes here. .......... ...
2022-09-1933 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 English in the...
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 Communicate Successfully at...
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 Speaking App, w...
2022-08-3023 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#300 The Courage to Suck at Doing Something New: A Story of English Fluency JourneyAre 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! 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 wi...
2022-08-2228 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#299 Idioms in English: The Missing Ingredient To Understand Natives & Sound AdvancedIf 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. 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 lea...
2022-08-1526 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#298 School English vs Street English: How to Speak Natural, Fluent EnglishIf 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. Show notes here. .......... Wayne's World (1992) Trailer The Office - WASSUP!!!!!! How to Have the Perfect Self Introduction in English | FREE TRAINING We're super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and...
2022-08-0842 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#297 Why FRIENDS is The Best TV Series to Learn EnglishRachel, 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. Show notes here. .......... We're super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Podcast and Speaking App...
2022-08-0136 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#294 Is it Possible to BE YOURSELF in English? FEEL NATURAL When You Speak!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. 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 an...
2022-07-1441 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#292 Mistakes that Native Speakers Make in EnglishNative 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. Show notes here. .......... I need YOUR help! We created this short survey to understand how we can create the best l...
2022-06-2728 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 Think Like a...
2022-06-0659 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#288 Phrasal Verbs: The Missing Ingredient for You to Sound More Natural in EnglishIf 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. 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, th...
2022-05-3042 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#287 I Love English! How Do I Become an English Teacher?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. Show notes here. .......... We're super excited to announce that we have publicly launched much anticipated RealLife English Po...
2022-05-2334 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#286 Learn English with Pop CultureOne 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. Show notes here. .......... OMG! This is How to Use Abbreviations Like a Native 10 New ENGLISH WORDS You Need to Learn for 2022 Johnny Depp Amber Heard t...
2022-05-1636 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#285 Top Movie Quotes To Learn Advanced EnglishWe 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. Show notes here. .......... The 10 BEST TV Series To Learn English in 2022 All of Us Are Dead | Official Trailer Back to the Future | Official Trailer Into the Wild Shrek Dead Poets Society Blue Pill or...
2022-05-0950 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...
2022-05-0244 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#283 Daily Routine to Advance Your English at HomeGreat 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. Show notes here. .......... Gordon Ramsay Jobless Man Builds Helicopter Pride and Prejudice, novel 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 p...
2022-04-2535 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#281 Why Should You Learn English?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. Show notes here. .......... Dramatically Improve Your Vocabulary With This One Trick 6 Life-Changing Books For Advanced English Learners The 7 Habits of Highly Effective...
2022-04-1136 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English#278 What to Do If Somebody Doesn't Understand What You Said in EnglishAs 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. Show notes here. .......... We're super excited to announce...
2022-03-2140 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 pu...
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 publicly launched...
2022-02-2141 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 Speaking A...
2022-02-0337 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 us...
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 hindering...
2022-01-2410 min
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 give dedicated le...
2021-12-3039 min
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 English with other learners f...
2021-12-2319 min
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 transcripts, but also to s...
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 audio a...
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 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 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 Podcast a...
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 p...
2021-11-0437 min
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 listen t...
2021-10-2841 min
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 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 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#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 Sp...
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 anticipated Rea...
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 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 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 notes...
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 wanna miss th...
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, wh...
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 announce that w...
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 l...
2021-08-0538 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 9: Find the Courage you Need to LIVE your English | Emma from Mmm EnglishEmma, 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...
2021-08-021h 10
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 p...
2021-07-2935 min
RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural EnglishBB 8: How to Achieve your Full Potential with Philosophy, Reflection and English Fluency | Leo GomezLeo 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...
2021-07-261h 25
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...
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 dedicated learners, just l...
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 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#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, t...
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 Podcast and Speaking A...
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 pod...
2021-05-1939 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 super...
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: TV15]
2021-04-2833 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 l...
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 a...
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 give d...
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/message
2020-09-3036 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: https://p...
2015-04-1638 min