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Language Nut - a Multilingual PodcastCosta Rican anecdotes from a multilingual mother from Greece š¬š·šØš·Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I am learning 11 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. This episode is an interview with Stephania, a Greek linguist and entrepreneur and the creator of Speak Greek to Me. We had a fascinating conversation about growing up bilingual, raising a multilingual child and the future of language learning. https://speakgreektome.com
2025-06-0743 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastCan language affect time perception? Interview with Cambridge PhD Jeffrey PendletonPodcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. This episode is an interview with Jeffrey Pendleton - a PhD student at the University of Cambridge who researches whether the language you speak can affect your memory, particularly your perception of time. You can follow him on instagram @cambridgeunigram or fol...
2025-05-2831 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastA linguistic tour of Chile - interview with Vale part #2Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. This episode is the second part of my interview with Vale - an exceptional linguist and language teacher from Chile. You can follow her on Instagram @valevoyage where she shares language learning advice and Chilean culture. If you enjoyed the episode then why not se...
2025-05-2322 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastInterview in many languages with Vale šØš± (š«š·š§š·š®š¹š©šŖ)Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I interview an exceptional linguist and language teacher from Chile named Vale. You can follow her on Instagram @valevoyage where she shares language learning advice and Chilean culture. If you enjoyed the episode then why not send her a message ?!
2025-05-1029 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastHow important is āimmersionā in language learning?Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I talk about my experience of learning a language and living in the country where this language is spoken. Is it useful? Is it necessary? What are the pros and cons? Thanks so much for listen...
2025-05-0422 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastFrench accents with Max š³š±š«š·Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I interview a very talented linguist and good friend of mine - Max. She shares her multilingual story as well as some fascinating linguistic and cultural insights. She is also a master of French accents ! (Bonus section at the end where we speak French together!) Thanks so much for listen...
2025-04-1526 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual Podcastwhat I wish I knew before learning FrenchPodcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I talk about my experience learning French. What was easy for me? What was more difficult ? How would I learn French differently if I was learning it for the first time today? For everything French related; this is your episode. T...
2025-04-1223 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastSPECIAL EPISODE: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCEPodcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this special episode, I teamed up with Fish Audio to clone my own voice, and produce a fully automatic text to speech episode. Itās amazing how similar it sounds to me! Thanks so much for...
2025-04-0908 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastInterview with 2 Swedish PolyglotsPodcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I interview two siblings who grew up in a bilingual environment speaking Swedish and English, and have both gone on to become polyglots. We discuss language learning generally as well as the specifics of Swedish amongst the Germanic languages. ...
2025-04-0629 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastInterview with Entrepreneur and language enthusiast Keith Stephenson (#ad)Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this sponsored episode, I interview Keith Stephenson, the founder of Syllable Space - a platform for language learners and language teachers. Link to the website: https://www.syllablespace.comThanks so much for li...
2025-04-0428 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastWeird habits that help me to learn languagesPodcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I reveal some of the strange things I do in my daily life which help me to learn languages. Do you want to learn a language but feel like you donāt have the time? Maybe some of these ālife hacksā wil...
2025-04-0126 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastAm I a fake polyglot ? (The truth about maintaining multiple languages)Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Hi! Iām Reuben, Iām 22 years old and Iām from the Uk. I love learning languages, I can speak 10 different languages and this is the podcast where we discuss all things language-related. In this episode, I recap the different languages that I have learnt and reveal the truth about learning and maintaining multiple languages. I will try to answer the question āam I a fake polyglot?ā and reveal some important truths about language l...
2025-03-2626 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastMy story - how I started learning languages (part 2)Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Ā Hi! Iām Reuben, and I speak 10 languages.Ā Iām 22 and Iām from the UK. I grew up speaking only English but in this series of episodes I explain how I started learning languages and the ways in which each new language has affected my life.Ā This is the second part of my story : how I learnt languages. I talk about my career worries and how I took the leap of faith to follow my passio...
2025-03-1428 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastMy Story - How I started learning languages (part 1)Podcast for people interested in foreign languages, foreign cultures and language learning.Ā Hi! Iām Reuben, and I speak 10 languages.Ā Iām 22 and Iām from the UK. I grew up speaking only English but in this series of episodes I explain how I started learning languages and the ways in which each new language has affected my life.Ā This is the first part in which I discuss growing up in the West Midlands and how I first discovered the natural language learning method.Send me a message on Instag...
2025-02-1926 min
Simple English with Reuben ConstantineIntermittent fasting and the carnivore diet**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I discuss my interest in nutrition, especially related to intermittent fasting and carnivore nutrition. Everything in this episode is my opinion and must not be taken as advice your own nutrition - this podcast is for the purpose of entertainment and learning English only!
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2024-06-0119 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineNature is cruel sometimes**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I explain a sad story that shows how nature can be cruel (the opposite of kind) sometimes.
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2024-05-0519 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine7 more phrasal verbs used by English speakers all the time**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I explain 7 more phrasal verbs. These verbs are made up of multiple words and are difficult to understand their meaning even if you know the meaning of each of the words separately. In this episode I explain their meaning and use them in example sentences so that you can learn them in context.
These verbs are:
To come down with (an illness)
To check up on (someone)
To show up (at a place / to an event)
To end up (somewhere / doing something)
To back out (of something)
To get along with...
2024-04-1221 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineInterview with AarĆ³n - learner of English**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I speak with AarĆ³n, a learner of English from Spain. He speaks English very well and not too quickly; and has some interest advice for you to follow if you are learning English too!
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2024-04-0922 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineAlcohol in the UK**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about a complicated but important part of English culture - alcohol.
Link to charity which provide help for those struggling with alcohol related problems:
https://alcoholchange.org.uk/
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2024-03-2727 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineInterview with the Englishman who taught himself nederlands š³š±**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I In this episode I interview George, a friend of mine who is a student in the UK and a fantastic linguist. We talk about his adventures learning languages, including his decision to teach himself the Dutch language (nederlands).
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2024-03-2035 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastInterview with George #2 - The Englishman who learnt Nederlands š³š±This is the second instalment of my interview with the very talented linguist and polyglot George. In this episode we speak in English about language learning more generally.
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2024-03-1534 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastInterview with George / ĪĪ¹ĻĻĪ³ĪæĻ in Greek š¬š·Interview between two non-native speakers of the Modern Greek Language!
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2024-03-1025 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineAre you introvert or extrovert?**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about the words āintrovertā and āextrovertā, as well as my struggle with trying to be social all the time!
I hope you enjoy the episode !
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2024-02-2420 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineBONUS - WHY I WANT TO BE PRESIDENT OF THE OXFORD UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about my candidature for presidency of the Oxford University SU (Student Union). I talk about my motivation and what I aim to achieve. This episode is much more difficult for learners of English but might be a nice challenge for you!
I hope you enjoy the episode !
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2024-01-3131 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineDo you know the origin of these 5 english words ?ĪĪµĪ½Ī® =
**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about the etymology (origins) of 5 English words:
Sandwhich
Companion
Jeans
Whiskey
Disaster
Did you know any of them?
I hope you enjoy the episode !
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2023-12-2927 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineAn update on MY languages**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about my experience learning languages in 2023. I hope you find it useful to learn vocabulary related to learning languages and for motivation to keep learning English!
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2023-12-1927 minLanguage Nut - a Multilingual PodcastOliverās Oxford Interview Part 2 - Speaking ItaliaƱol š®š¹/šŖšøThis episode is the second part of my conversation with Ollie aka Oliver from Oliverās Oxford. Ollie is mega well known as a content creator but what is not so well known is that he is a really impressive linguist! In this series of podcast me and Ollie talk about the languages he speaks and how they have helped shaped his life. We also talk about a load of other stuff related to Ollieās career as a content creator and our experiences as students. In this second instalment, we talk in āSpanishā about how Ollie learnt Spanish, and then in...
2023-12-1423 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHow to be polite in English**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
English people are stereotypically polite. But what does it really mean to be polite? How can we be polite when speaking English? Find out in this episode.
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2023-12-0324 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineOne now or two later?**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
Would you choose one piece of pizza now or wait 15 minutes and have two pieces of pizza ?
In this episode I talk about a psychological experiment and what it can teach us about delayed gratification. I hope you find the episode interesting and useful!
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2023-11-0425 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineI asked ChatGPT how to learn English**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I asked ChatGPT for advice on how to learn English. I hope you find the episode interesting and useful!
I hope you enjoy!
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2023-10-0813 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineA New House**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about my new student house. I hope you learn lots of new vocabulary related to houses, rooms and appliances.
I hope you enjoy!
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2023-09-1723 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineAn adventure by train**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about my train journey from Brighton to Shrewsbury. I made a big mistake on this journey but fortunately the train staff are amazing ! I hope you learn lots of new vocabulary related to trains and suitcases.
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2023-07-2720 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWhat is happiness ?**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about happiness. Can we define happiness? What does happiness mean to you? Can we find happiness which will last forever? Or can we only be happy for short moments? In this episode I talk about different ideas related to happiness.
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2023-07-1822 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineLong time, no see**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I explain where I have been ! I hope you are having a good summer and enjoy this episode. I will return with many new episodes soon.
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2023-06-2419 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantinePerfectionism**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about perfectionism. Is it a good thing? Is it a problem? What really is perfectionism? If you want to read the episode in written form, find the transcript via the link below!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L3UT_BeRG8qwqBonsjEUpa8xrHCRiEc7/view?usp=share_link
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2023-04-1220 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineCold Showers**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about why I started to have cold showers instead of hot showers and what this taught me about psychology. If you want to read the episode in written form, find the transcript via the link below!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DrUeGNcelL9GaOPNWy7zOLJRgruUG1mR/view?usp=share_link
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2023-04-0922 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 more idiomatic expressions that English people use all the time**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I share 5 more idiomatic expressions that English people use all the time. If you want to read the episode in written form, find the transcript via the link below!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11nkiMwjBBKxWSINwySEMUwvG3kkdI1Ir/view?usp=sharing
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2023-03-3115 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWhy I donāt like studying literature**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I rant about why I donāt like studying literature.
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2023-03-2422 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 idiomatic expressions that English people use all the time**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
If you donāt know what they mean already, idiomatic expressions can be hard to understand, because they mean something different to the meaning of the individual words that they contain. In this episode I share 5 expressions that English people say all the time, with examples of what they mean - so that you can better understand the English language.
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2023-03-1619 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineTime flies when youāre having fun**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about time. How do you spend your time? Do you prefer to be busy or to relax in your free time? Do you find time passes quickly or slowly?
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2023-03-0420 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 English words that donāt have translations in other languages**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about five words that are very difficult to translate into other languages. These words seem to be to be relatively unique to English, what do you think?
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2023-02-0424 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineA Coffee in a CafƩ**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about coffee! I noticed on a recent holiday to Portugal that the coffee shops were very popular and very inexpensive. Why donāt we have the same cafĆ© culture in the UK? Listen to this episode to find out more about different cafĆ© cultures as well as the history of coffee.
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2022-12-2821 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Problem of āProductivityā**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about the word āproductivityā and our need to be āproductiveā. This is a trendy and important topic and I wanted to share my opinion and experience on it, as well as the origin of the word. Hopefully you will learn some new vocabulary related to being productive.
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2022-12-1718 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineIs there a āCorrect Wayā to Speak English?**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about the question of āthe correct wayā to speak a language. Who should decide how a language must be spoken? Academics? Native speakers? All speakers? This is a complicated question but in this episode I talk about some different ideas about the way we use language. Remember the difference between descriptive and prescriptive!
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2022-12-1224 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHow to Teach Yourself a Language**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about the ānatural methodā to language learning, and how you can use it to teach yourself a new language in 2022.
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-12-0424 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineInterview with another language student**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I interview my friend Arya. We talk about languages, our studies and Aryaās background and relationship with the Farsi (Persian) language.
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-11-1823 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineMy first month at the University of Oxford**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about my first month living and studying in Oxford. Life has been very busy here so I am sorry the episode is so late!
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-11-0921 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWhat I learnt working as a lifeguard**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
Do you know what a lifeguard is? Do you know what they do?
In this episode I talk my experience working as a lifeguard at a swimming pool, and what I learnt.
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-09-2926 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineShowing Kindness to Strangers**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk my recent trip to Italy and the very kind people that I met. In this episode you will learn vocabulary related to showing kindness and generosity to other people, including strangers.
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-09-0920 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineDifferences between the North and the South of England**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about some of the differences between the North of England and the South of England. Iām not an expert on this subject but I thought it would be interesting to share my thoughts and experiences on the subject.
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-08-1930 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineTourism vs Authenticity**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I ask you for some feedback. What do you think of the podcast? What would you like me to do differently? Why are you learning English? I also talk about my holidays in Greece and why tourism is changing our word.
I hope you enjoy!
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2022-08-0622 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWork and Distractions**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about the hook āDeep Workā by Carl Newport and I talk about the distractions we find in our modern world. I also explain the absence of episodes recently for this podcast. I hope you enjoy!
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2022-07-1222 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHow to Express Annoyance in English (without swear words!)**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about words that you can use to express your annoyance, frustration, anger or confusion in English - without using swear words! These words can be used in a range of contexts, I hope you find them useful!
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2022-06-2319 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHealthy Eating**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about healthy eating and why it is a complicated topic in 2022.,
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2022-06-1320 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineMy First Concert**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about music, and my first experience at a concert. Do you like music? Do you listen to English music? Have you ever seen live music ?
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2022-06-0420 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 differences between American and British English**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
English is the most spoken language in the world, but not all English is the same in different countries. There are many differences in the English spoken in England versus that of America. In this episode I talk about some of these differences!
I hope you enjoy the episode and learn something new.
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2022-05-2627 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineāNomad Workingā (a dream of mineā¦)**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about Nomad Working - a dream of mine for the future!
I hope you enjoy the episode and learn something new.
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2022-05-1524 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Truth about Maintaining Multiple Languages**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I talk about a very normal problem for people who learn more than one foreign language.
I hope you find the episode useful and enjoyable!
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2022-05-0823 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWere the Ancient Greeks Colourblind?**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
Why did the ancient Greeks talk about colour in such a strange way Were the they colourblind ? Imagine a language with only three colours ā¦
In this episode I talk about the language of colour and how it affects the way we see the world.
I hope you find the episode useful and enjoyable!
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2022-04-3026 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHow to Use the Word āGetā in EnglishHave you heard the word āgetā in English? Do you know what it means? Do you know how to use it when speaking? If the answer is āmaybeā or ānoā then donāt worry - you are not alone!
In this episode I talk about the many uses of the small but infamous word āgetā in the English language. This word is used in so many situations especially informally and itās meaning can sometimes be hard to understand.
I hope you find the episode useful and enjoyable!
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2022-04-2221 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Most Exciting Week of my Life ?! ( so far ā¦ )Travelling is about people. I travel because I like to see new places, but more importantly to speak with new people (and in new languages!)
In this episode I talk about an amazing week in Spain thanks to the people we met. I hope you find the episode useful and enjoyable!
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2022-04-1820 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Things I Pack for my Holidays**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
What do you pack when you go on holiday? Do you have a big suitcase or just a small bag? Do you like packing or do you find it stressful? In this episode I talk about what I have packed in my bag to take on my holiday. I hope you find it interesting and learn lots of vocabulary related to travelling and things you need on holiday! email: enquiries.rjc.tutoring@gmail.com
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2022-04-0727 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineSpring has Sprung**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
On the 27th March the clocks changed by one hour in Great Britain. This means that it is officially spring! In this episode I talk about the changing seasons and why I am happy that winter is over.
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2022-03-3021 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineAn Update on My Life**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
It has been a while since I uploaded an episode so in this episode I wanted to talk about a few things that have happened in my life - an update - some good news and some bad news. In the second half of the episode I talk about language learning and motivation to learn languages.
Link (as mentioned) to international suicide hotline:
International Suicide & Emergency Hotlines
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2022-03-2626 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineCan Non-Native Speakers Teach a Language?**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
Do you have an English teacher ? Are they a native speaker ? Is it actually better to have a non-native speaker as a teacher? In this episode I talk about the advantages and disadvantages of being a non-native speaker when teaching a language. I hope you enjoy!
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2022-03-1329 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 Phrasal Verbs that English People use ALL THE TIME**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
A grammar related episode where I explain some the most common āphrasal verbsā that are difficult for students of English. I hope you enjoy!
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2022-03-0621 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineA Holiday in the South of England**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
Happy āHalf termā everyone!
In this episode I talk about my week of holiday in Devon in the South of England. I visited some interesting places including a beach featured in an Agatha Christie Book and the university city of Exeter. I hope you learn some new phrases related to holidays and enjoy the episode !
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2022-02-2724 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineInterview with Simone (from Simple Italian Podcast)**Podcast in slower and understandable English**
In this episode I interview polyglot and language coach Simone Pols. We talked about a lot of different topics related to language learning and travelling. I hope you enjoy!
Simoneās Italian podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/simple-italian-podcast-il-podcast-in-italiano/id1535661441?i=1000551361634
Simoneās Language coaching:
https://simonepols.com/
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2022-02-1730 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineIs English KILLING other languages ?English is the most widely spoken language in the world. More than 1,100,000,000 people speak English. But this has a dark side ā¦
In this episode I talk about the affect of the growth of English on minority languages, many of which are endangered. I hope you find it interesting!
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2022-02-0922 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHow I got into Oxford UniversityIn this episode I talk about my experience applying to University of Oxford. This is a fantastic university and I really enjoyed the application process. I am so happy that they offered me a place, but I did not know this at the time of recording the episode (listening carefully to the introduction and the end of the episode).
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2022-02-0333 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineTaking pleasure in small thingsI didnāt know what theme to talk about in this weekās podcast. Then I spoke to my father and had an idea. What did we talk about? Shaving ā¦ obviously
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2022-01-3030 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineMy First JobWhat was your first job? At the age of 16 I became a waiter in a very special Italian restaurant. In this episode, I talk about my experience, the mistakes I made and what I have learned from this job. This topic is really important to me so I really hope you enjoy the episode.
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2022-01-2331 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineQuestions for Me - Interview with Daria (Part 3)*Interview*
In this episode I interview Daria Mercedes Nikolayevna Liechtenstein, a language teacher from Greece with a really interesting story. The interview was very long but this will be the third and final part of 3 episodes recorded from this interview. I really enjoyed making it so although the English will be a challenge for you, I hope you enjoy listening.
You can find Daria using these links:
Her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/six-thousand-islands/id1547818387
Book a Greek lesson: https://calendly.com/sixthousandislands/trial?month=2022-01
Her YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCaFDZQeHf-cSocpjqSK3VZQ
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2022-01-1925 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineBritish Food vs Greek Food - Interview with Daria (Part 2)*Interview*
In this episode I interview Daria Mercedes Nikolayevna Liechtenstein, a language teacher from Greece with a really interesting story. This is the second part of 3 episodes recorded from this interview. I really enjoyed making it so although the English will be a challenge for you, I hope you enjoy listening.
You can find Daria using these links:
Her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/six-thousand-islands/id1547818387
Book a Greek lesson: https://calendly.com/sixthousandislands/trial?month=2022-01
Her YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCaFDZQeHf-cSocpjqSK3VZQ
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2022-01-1531 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineFrom Greece to Scotland - Interview with Daria (Part 1)*Interview*
In this episode I interview Daria Mercedes Nikolayevna Liechtenstein, a language teacher from Greece with a really interesting story. The interview was very long so this will be the first part of 3 episodes recorded from this interview. I really enjoyed making it so although the English will be a challenge for you, I hope you enjoy listening.
You can find Daria using these links:
Her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/six-thousand-islands/id1547818387
Book a Greek lesson: https://calendly.com/sixthousandislands/trial?month=2022-01
Her YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCaFDZQeHf-cSocpjqSK3VZQ
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2022-01-1131 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Power of your SensesDo you trust your senses? What if I told you that your senses can lie to you? In this episode I talk about some of the ideas in the book āThe Power of your Sensesā by Russel Jones. I hope you find it interesting !
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2022-01-0520 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineNew Yearās Resolutions for 2022In this episode I talk about new yearās resolutions. I hope you guys have a great new year and enjoy this episode.
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2021-12-3122 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineLearning to drive in EnglandCan you drive a car? How old were you when you learned how to drive? In this episode I talk about my experience learning to drive, and compare driving in England with driving in other countries. I hope you enjoy the episode and learn lots of vocabulary!
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2021-12-2822 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWhat is the Oldest Language in the World?What is the oldest language in the world? Latin? Greek? Sanskrit? Hebrew? Arabic?
Is English āolderā than French? Is Spanish āolderā than Japanese? Lots of people have lots of different ideas about which language was the first ever language spoken. Itās a really interesting topic /9 I hope you enjoy this episode!
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2021-12-2225 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineErrors that English people make when speaking EnglishThe English language is rich and (can be) beautiful, but unfortunately us native speakers abuse our language sometimes! Jokes aside, making grammatical mistakes and speaking āincorrectlyā is normal in any language. In this episode I talk about some of the most common errors I hear from native English speakers. I hope you find it interesting!
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2021-12-1718 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineBenefits of ReadingDo you like to read books? Or do you find books boring ?
Do you prefer fiction or non-fiction?
In this episode of my podcast in slow English, I talk about some of the reasons why I like reading books and why it might be good for you to try too.
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2021-12-1420 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 Common Errors in EnglishIn this episode I talk about mistakes that learners of English often make. Remember, making mistakes is a normal part of learning a new language and you should not be afraid of errors! I hope this episode is helpful for you :)
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2021-12-0914 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineMy Experience Applying to UniversityRecently I applied to Oxford university. It is one of the most famous universities in the world and one of the most famous places in England. Students have been taught at this university since the year 1096! But what is it like to apply to this university? It is easy to become a student at Oxford ?
In this episode I talk about my experience of applying to university. I hope you find it interesting and learn some new vocabulary!
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2021-12-0729 minSimple English with Reuben Constantine5 British Slang WordsHave you ever been to England? If so, you may have noticed that English people do not speak the same English that you will find in a textbook. Their speech is full of āslangā words. In this episode I will help you to understand informal English by sharing some of the most common slang words that you will surely hear if you come to England or watch British films. I hope you enjoy!
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2021-11-3026 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Adventure of English: Part 3 - French words in EnglishEnglish is the most widely spoken language in the world. More than 1,100,000,000 people speak English. But have you ever wondered where English came from? The English language has a fascinating history, which is reflected in the language today. Join me on this podcast as we go on an adventure - the adventure of English.
This is part 3 of this āadventure of Englishā series, in which I talk about the influence of Norman French on the English language.
The book that inspired this series is called āThe Adventure of Englishā by Melvyn Bragg.
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2021-11-2527 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Adventure of English: Part 2 - How the Vikings Changed the LanguageEnglish is the most widely spoken language in the world. More than 1,100,000,000 people speak English. But have you ever wondered where English came from? The English language has a fascinating history, which is reflected in the language today. Join me on this podcast as we go on an adventure - the adventure of English.
This is part 2 of this āadventure of Englishā series, in which I talk about the influence of the viking invasions from Scandinavia on the English language.
The book that inspired this series is called āThe Adventure of Englishā by Melvyn Bragg.
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2021-11-2221 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Adventure of English: Part 1 - Old EnglishEnglish is the most widely spoken language in the world. More than 1,100,000,000 people speak English. But have you ever wondered where English came from? The English language has a fascinating history, which is reflected in the language today. Join me on this podcast as we go on an adventure - the adventure of English.
This is part 1 of this āadventure of Englishā series, in which I talk about the origin of the English language - known today as āOld Englishā.
The book that inspired this series is called āThe Adventure of Englishā by Melvyn Bragg.
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2021-11-1826 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe āIndo-Europeanā Connection(Apologies, I had to republish this episode because I made a mistake in the previous edit, this is the complete episode this time) When learning English have you ever found words that seem familiar? The more you look, you may actually notice many of these ācognateā words which are shared between most of the languages in Europe and parts of Asia. Have you ever wondered why this might be? In this episode of my simple English podcast, I try to simply explain what an āIndo-Europeanā language is, and why Punjabi has more in common with French than you might think...
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2021-11-1419 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe King is Dead (Talking about Chess)One ancient game had a big impact on my childhood. That game is Chess. Why did I start playing ? And why did I stop ? What can you learn from this experience? Find out in this episode of my simple English podcast ...
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2021-11-1121 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineYou Say Potato, I Say Potato (Talking About ACCENTS)Do you have an accent when you speak your native language? What about when you speak English? What is your favourite accent?
In this episode I talk about different accents within the English language and within other languages, and I the concept of āaccent diversityā.
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2021-11-0723 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Feeling of NostalgiaHave you ever felt homesick? Does a certain smell make you think about the past? I am a very nostalgic person and in this episode I talk about the origins of this word and the changing attitudes society has toward this feeling.
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2021-10-3115 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineHow NOT to Learn a LanguageWhy do some people succeed learning a language while others donāt ? Why is it that many students who study languages at school are never able to speak the language they have spent months or sometimes years studying ? In this episode I discuss some of my opinions about the best way to NOT learn a language...
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2021-10-2818 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Most Beautiful Place in the UK?Have you ever been to the Outer Hebrides? Have you ever even heard of the outer Hebrides? My trip this summer really surprised me as this was the first time that a place within the UK seemed like a āforeignā country to me. In this episode I talk about my trip to Scotland in June and why I like reminiscing (thinking about) summer memories and my sense of nostalgia.
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2021-10-2624 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineFour Types of Human Behaviour ?Have you ever thought that you are surrounded by people who do things that you cannot understand? In his book āSurrounded by idiotsā, expert on communication Thomas Erikson describes 4 types of human behaviour which we can use to better understand other people. What do you think? Do you agree with this idea? Can you recognise these 4 types of people in your life ? In this episode I talk about the book and why it might be interesting for you to read.
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2021-10-2230 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Education System in EnglandWhat do you think about British education? In this episode I share some of my opinions on school, college and exams in England, and why I am currently taking a āgap yearā. I hope you enjoy!
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2021-10-2126 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineBenefits of a Bilingual BrainYou may know that learning a foreign language can help you to communicate with other people, but have you ever really thought about the benefits that come with being bilingual? Did you know that it can delay the onset of diseases like Dementia? In this episode I talk about some more reasons to love language learning.
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2021-10-2018 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineWhy I Love Foreign LanguagesMy experience with learning foreign languages. What caused a classic British boy who spoke only English to want to become a polyglot ? Find out in this episode ...
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2021-10-1825 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineThe Power of SleepMatthew Walkerās book āWhy we Sleepā was a revelation for me. Like many, I didnāt realise the importance of a good nightās sleep for our physical and mental health. In this episode I talk about a few of the benefits of sleep and a few tips on how to sleep better.
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2021-10-1622 minSimple English with Reuben ConstantineTalking about the weatherWhy do English people talk so much about the weather? Is the weather really so bad in England ? Whatās your favourite season? In this episode I stay true to the British stereotype and talk about the weather and itās effects on us as human beings.
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2021-10-1620 min
Simple English with Reuben ConstantineLearn English naturallyLearn real English by listening. No grammar, no stress, just real-life topics and conversations in slowly spoken and clear English. Most English content available online is very fast and may be difficult for learners to understand. This podcast is designed to give you something that you can listen to enjoy, while improving your language at the same time.
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2021-10-1515 min