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You, Me and NewsLos Angeles Wildfires; what's happening?Hello dear listener,
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2025-02-0625 minYou, Me and NewsWhy are Beyonce’s and Taylor’s fans following this concert costume trend?In this episode of 'You, Me, and Words', join Teacher Sam as we dive
into the fascinating world of Beyoncé and Taylor Swift's fans and their
unique outfit choices for concerts. From the 'Beyhive' to 'Swifties',
discover the reasons behind their dedicated and creative fashion
choices, the impact on concert costume sales, and the cultural
significance of this phenomenon. We will also learn and explain new
English words related to this topic, making it a fun and educational
experience. Show your support for the podcast and get access to the
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2023-09-0507 minYou, Me and NewsWatch Out, The BeyHive is coming!Welcome to another exciting episode of "You, Me, and Words"! I'm your
host, Teacher Sam, and today we have a special episode for all the
Beyoncé fans out there. The BeyHive is buzzing its way to Los Angeles
this week for a series of concerts, and we're here to dive into all the
details! So grab your concert tickets, put on your best Beyoncé-inspired
outfit, and join us as we discuss everything you need to know about the
upcoming shows. And don’t forget, if you want to access the text for
this episode and support the podcast, you...
2023-09-0415 min
You, Me and NewsIs She Vile?I finally watched the Meghan and Harry Netflix documentary and let's just say; I have a lot to say about it.
Here are some excellent English words/expressions that you will hear in today's podcast episode:
To be vile
To be despicable
To be sick and tired of something
To whine (whining)
Legitimate
It doesn't sit well with me
To be self-centered
To be self-seeking
To be a simp
To air your family's dirty l...
2023-01-1011 minYou, Me and NewsShould I even bother with New Year's Resolutions?It's a new year, and so many of us have a list of new resolutions ready to be executed.
But what is a new year's resolution? Is it actually useful?
Here are some English words that will be mentioned in this episode
resolution
intent
achieve
for the better
to reflect ON
a clean slate
paving the way
2023-01-0504 minYou, Me and NewsLeaving a Lasting LegacyIn today's episode, we are going to talk about three famous people who have left a lasting legacy, for different reasons.
There are MANY new English words in this episode for you to learn, so please pay as much attention as possible to the pronunciation of the words.
Here is a list of the new words that will be mentioned:
legacy-legacies
permanent
encounter
tanglible
intangible
forge
concrete
significant
notable
charitable
accolades
fie...
2023-01-0316 minYou, Me and NewsThe Power of LegacyHappy New Year dear listeners,
What is a legacy? That's what we will talk about in today's podcast episode.
Here are some new English words that will come up in today's episode:
legacy
to leave
left
to leave behind
2023-01-0208 minYou, Me and NewsMoney Doesn't Grow on TreesWe often hear our parents say money doesn't grow on trees, but what do they mean when they say that?
How is that idiom connected to the rest of this week's podcast episodes?
As you listen, pay attention to the following words:
to stick around
I have a confession to make
to be hectic
where there is a will there is a way
confession
to earn
to value
2022-12-2909 minYou, Me and NewsI used to be on a budget.In today's episode, I will share my conversation with 23-year-old Felipe, a Brazilian teacher who teaches English native speakers Portuguese.
Felipe shares with us how he was able to get to where he is today and how he improved his English so that he was able to teach in English.
2022-12-281h 30You, Me and NewsI am on a BudgetIn today's podcast episode we are going to talk about Felipe from Londrina, Brazil.
Listen and see how Felipe is using his English on daily basis to earn money and support himself in Brazil.
It's a very inspiring and motivating story.
Here are some of the words that you should look out for in today's episode
I am on a budget
To stand out (he stood out)
We don't have money to throw away
To invest in yourself
2022-12-2608 minYou, Me and NewsNo Guts No GloryMy dear English learners,
Episode 98 of You Me and Words is a short one, but it's one of the most powerful ones that I have ever recorded.
Sometimes it's hard to remember certain moments of our lives, but we do it because it's important to share specific stories with other people.
This week I have traveled back in time so that I could share specific stories with you in hopes that those stories will motivate you and encourage you to not give up on your English-learning journey.
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2022-12-2207 minYou, Me and NewsThe American Dream...New English words that you are going to hear in this episode
To pump myself up
overwhelm
to a certain extent
awkward
2022-12-2009 minYou, Me and NewsAre you scared to dream big?In today's podcast episode we ask this question: are you scared to dream big?
I share with you all a personal story of mine as I try to connect it to our topic.
Here are some new English words which you will hear in this episode:
traumatizing
foreign
vividly
refugees
eager
incomplete
2022-12-1912 minYou, Me and NewsMy event with Michelle Obama...In today's episode, I want to tell you about an event that I attended last night here in Los Angeles.
It was an event lead by Michelle Obama. For me, it was an unforgettable event for so many reasons.
In this podcast episode, I will share with you a few of my impressions and observations.
Here are some new English words that will come up in this episode:
prestigious
raw
packed
accomplished
persistent
2022-12-1516 minYou, Me and NewsCould you live without music?Something happened last Thursday that inspired me to record this podcast episode.
It prompted me to ask the following question: Could you live without music?
Here are all the English words that come up in this episode:
buckle up
genre
admire
odd
disease
health issues
spasms
tremors
cramps
magnificent
spotlight
prompted me to
furthermore
blasted
to exaggerate
goosebumps
2022-12-1214 minYou, Me and NewsWhat did you say?We now understand what the word breakdown means.
Breakdown, as in having a public breakdown.
But, what does a communication breakdown mean?
Have you ever experienced it? What causes it to happen?
Here are some of the English words that are mentioned in today's episode:
morality
ethics
principals
slightly
somewhat
communication
lack
perception
information overload
2022-12-0810 minYou, Me and NewsThe Internet and Public BreakdownsWhat exactly is a public breakdown?
How is the internet connected to a public breakdown?
Who does this happen to?
Here are some new English words that you will hear in this episode
breakdown
collapse
downfall
to monitor
to exploit
2022-12-0610 minYou, Me and NewsWhat's going on with Kanye?Lately, Kanye West has been all over the news.
But, why? What did he do? What did he say?
In this episode, we talk about that subject in simple English.
In this episode, we try our best to break down the subject in a way that's very easy for you to understand.
Here are the new English words/expressions that you will hear in today's episode:
All over the news
controversial
provocative
divisive
antisemitic
judgmental
to praise...
2022-12-0511 minYou, Me and NewsA Broken FriendshipIs it possible to med a broken friendship? What if that friendship is between siblings?
Here are some of the new English words that you are going to hear in this podcast episode:
speechless
to weep
exhausted
I am rooting for you
monetary
siblings
rift
tabloid
to mend
2022-12-0114 minYou, Me and NewsHow much money are your friendships worth?In today's episode, we explore friendships when mixed with money.
Here are some new English words that will pop up in this episode.
avid
betrayal
to betray
genuine
celebrities
we pick up where we left off
2022-11-3011 minYou, Me and NewsAre you a Golden Friend?In today's episode we are going to talk about friendships.
We are going to talk about what it means to be a good friend.
We are also going to look at several English Idiomatic Expressions in connection to this topic.
Here all the new words that are mentioned in this episode
obstacle
social creatures
to see eye to eye
heated argument
to clear the air
truthful
durable
trustworthy
2022-11-2909 minYou, Me and NewsAre You Sure You Can Do It?In this episode I want us to work on your personal commitment to learning the English language.
Here are some words that come up in this episode that you should write down:
To affirm
To postpone
2022-11-2306 minYou, Me and NewsSuddenly came the tearsHere are some of the new English words that you will hear in this podcast.
Grit
Condescending
Superior
Patronizing
2022-11-2209 minYou, Me and NewsDo You Hear Me?I personally think that this is a very important podcast episode in that I want to share an important message with you all.
I hope that you have your notebooks, pens and highlighters ready because we are going to learn new words together.
In fact, here is a list of all the new words that I will mention in today's episode.
Please write them down.
Repetitive
Baffled
Perplexed
External
Mighty
to be vast
remote
2022-11-2112 minYou, Me and NewsKeep your world Bilingual...So, what is our summary of bilingualism?
Should we speak only English to our kids, OR should we also insist on our native language/languages?
2022-11-1706 minYou, Me and NewsShould parents speak two languages to their kids?We ended yesterday's episode by asking the question: Should parents in bilingual households speak two languages with their kids?
In today's episode, I tried my best to give you my personal perspective and opinion on that question.
Some new words used in this episode are:
household
siblings
2022-11-1608 minYou, Me and NewsI am not her daughter.I bumped into a friend of mine the other day.
Her four-year-old daughter asked me an interesting question.
Out of that question came the idea to record today's podcast episode.
Enjoy it.
2022-11-1508 minYou, Me and NewsWhat if awareness could restore hope?New words in this episode:
Awareness
Alertness
Priority
2022-11-0905 minYou, Me and NewsIt's you against the Internet...How do we fight all this negativity that comes out of the internet?
2022-11-0808 minYou, Me and NewsWhere did Hope go?Follow @youmeandwords on instagram
Here are all the new English words that will come up in this episode:
To be swarmed by something/someone
To be overwhelming
Impact
Events
2022-11-0709 minYou, Me and NewsWhy do English words scare you?This week's podcast episode theme has been WORDS (specifically English words).
To summarize our two previous podcast episodes, I decided to add an exciting element to this episode.
Listen to it and see what you think. Do you agree? Do you disagree?
Don't forget to follow @umeandwords on Instagram for more You, Me and Words podcast information.
2022-11-0210 minYou, Me and NewsThose words really hurt me...In yesterday's podcast episode (Monday's episode) I promised that I would share a moving story about my mom, a store-clerk and some Swedish words.
So, here it is.
2022-11-0107 minYou, Me and NewsIt's all about WordsHave you ever wondered why words scare us so much? Why do words? cause us so much anxiety and stress.
Through our new podcast format, we are going to talk about that. We are going to explore that question through some very interesting and moving stories.
Don't forget to follow @youmeandwords on Instagram for all our new episodes and podcast updates.
2022-10-3108 minYou, Me and NewsSometimes English makes me AnxiousSeveral students have messaged me in the past two weeks to tell me that they are experiencing a lot of stress and anxiety in their life.
So...let's talk about stress and anxiety here.
These are the books and spiritual teachers that I mention in this episode
A new Earth (by Eckhart Tolle)
The Power of Now (by Eckhart Tolle)
Michael Singer
Gratitude Meditation (by Jessica Heslop on Youtube)
2022-10-2121 minYou, Me and NewsStay in touch with your goals, objectives and purposeI want to talk about the importance of waking up every day and actually remembering our goals, our objectives….our purpose.
How do we do that in today's society, when we are constantly surrounded with distractions?
Here are several English words that I mention in this English-teaching podcast episode.
Write them down so that you can practice the pronunciation as you listen.
Purpose
Alert
Detrimental
2022-10-1412 minYou, Me and NewsCreepy OctoberOctober 2022 is here. It's that time of the year!
What time of the year?
Well, listen to this English-teaching podcast episode and find out what exactly goes on in the United States during this month...
2022-10-0920 minYou, Me and NewsMy English was bad...but now it's really good.In this podcast episode, I would like you to hear Filipi's and Mohammed's personal story when it comes to learning English.
Both of them are my former students. In fact, I met them when their English level was very low.
It is important to me that you all hear their stories because to this day both of them are two of my best students.
They are two of my best students because they have always truly given their best when it comes to learning and studying, which is why I believe they have bee...
2022-09-251h 01You, Me and NewsThe End of an Era...We have finally reached the day where we get to find out what exactly happens at the very end of our beloved book Charlotte's Web.
2022-09-1550 minYou, Me and NewsEnglish and Self-DoubtDo you ever experience self-doubt while you are learning the English language?
Do you ever think that perhaps English isn't for you?
Do you ever compare your English to other people's English?
Do you ever feel discouraged to continue to learn English?
Well, in that case,excelent this podcast episode is an excellent one for you!
Let's explore a few different ways in which we can overcome these types of thoughts and re-wire our way of thinking.
2022-09-0711 minYou, Me and NewsSomeone who has touched my heart…In today’s episode I would like to tell you about a very special friend of mine. Listen to this episode and find out what makes my friend so special and so unique.
2022-08-1808 minYou, Me and NewsQuotes that inspire...In today's episode, I would like to share a few of my favorite English quotes.
As you can see, I have included the quotes below, so that you can write them down and practice your pronunciation as you listen to this English-teaching episode.
Patience is a virtue.
energy flows where attention goes.
so many books so little time.
Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”
“The limits of my language mean the limits of my world
A different language is a different vision of life
2022-08-0511 minYou, Me and NewsShe killed two birds with one stone...Let's explore the following idiomatic expressions in today's podcast episode...
TO KILL TWO BIRDS WITH ONE STONE
TO SEE EYE TO EYE
TO LET THE CAT OUT OF THE BAG
2022-07-2209 minYou, Me and NewsHe dreams about his English learning...Time sure flies, and we all know it. Yet we often forget it.
Let's explore what it means to think about the time when it comes to learning English.
What are some strategies that you can apply?
What seems to work?
2022-07-1407 minYou, Me and NewsIs she saying goodbye?So many of you have emailed me to ask WHEN we are going to finish our book.
We are almost there!
We have almost reached the finish line.
I am so happy that so many of you are listening carefully to this wonderful story.
Let's see what happens in tonight's episode...
2022-07-0717 min
You, Me and NewsWilbur has competition!What is going to happen to Wilbur? Will Charlotte be able to help him? What happens at the Fair?
Let's continue to read together and at the same time, let's continue to improve our English together.
2022-06-3020 minYou, Me and NewsOff to the FairChapter 16 of Charlotte's constant Web.
Will she be able to save Wilbur's life?
Will she come up with an idea that will help Wilbur to live?
Well, listen to today's episode and let's find out together.
2022-06-1630 minYou, Me and NewsMy Parent's SecretWhat if your parents used the English language to hide their secrets from you?
Would that spark an interest in you to actually learn the language?
Well, in today's episode we speak with 18-year-old Thomas from Brazil, who shares a very interesting and unique story with us, in terms of how he got started with his English-learning journey.
We talked about so many different things that we actually lost track of time (which is why this episode is so long). But we learned so much. We laughed a bit and we connected thanks to...
2022-06-011h 25You, Me and News3 New English words + The preposition OnPodcast Episode May 25th
Season 6, Episode 1
To celebrate season 6 I have actually included the full text of this podcast to this episode. So, feel free to follow the text as I go through this episode so that you can get a visual of all the new words that I want to teach you in today’s episode.
The internet is such a prevalent part of our life.
The internet is such a pervasivepart of our life.
The internet is such a common part of our life.
_______ internet is such a prevalent, of our life.
You must include the article “the” when y...
2022-05-2607 minYou, Me and NewsThe girl at the post office.I went to the post office two weeks ago.
I went to the post office because I needed to mail something out.
But, as I was waiting in line for my turn I found myself crying.
Listen to this episode and find out what happened that made me cry.
Write these words down: peers and abnormal.
2022-05-1212 minYou, Me and NewsLet's correct five common mistakes.In tonight's episode I would like to review five common mistakes that students make.
Write these mistake and corrections down. Make sure you practice the correct way of saying everything.
2022-05-0510 minYou, Me and NewsDon’t dub movies!What does it mean when a movie is dubbed? Should it be dubbed? Why? Why not?
2022-04-1415 minYou, Me and NewsMidnight ConversationsHave you ever felt homesick? Do you ever sound like a broken record? Are you determined? Listen to this episode and find out what all of this means…
2022-03-2415 min2022-03-1014 min2022-02-2412 min2022-02-1119 min2022-02-0317 minYou, Me and NewsCharlotte Continues to amaze us…Let’s continue to read in English dear students…don’t give up please…
2022-01-2018 minYou, Me and NewsTough Students make us better.Listen to this amazing experience that I have had in the classroom this week. Listen to these amazing examples and use them to improve your own learning-attitude. ❤️
2022-01-2011 minYou, Me and NewsJosefa is our HeroWhere exactly is English on your list of all these amazing things that you would like to accomplish?
2022-01-1315 minYou, Me and NewsAn honest Reflection of 2021Let’s take a look at 2021. How has it been? What have we learned?
2021-12-0215 minYou, Me and NewsShould you rely on an interpreter?In this episode (episode 7, season 4) we try to figure out whether or not we should rely on an interpreter? We also try to figure out what exactly our alternatives are
2021-11-1721 minYou, Me and NewsRelationshipsI would like to talk to you about the most important relationship that you can ever have.
2021-11-0327 minYou, Me and NewsLet’s talk about VERBSIn tonight’s episode I would like to talk about informal verbs and formal verbs. Here is the list of verbs that I am going to focus on in this episode. TO BUY-TO PURCHASE, TO HELP-TO ASSIST, TO LIVE-TO RESIDE, TO START-TO COMMENCE, TO USE-TO UTILISE.
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2021-10-2818 min2021-10-2328 minYou, Me and NewsSometimes English makes me crySomething very moving happened in one of my group online classes today. I want to share that story with you all, so that you can hopefully find motivation and continue to learn this amazing language we call the English language.
2021-10-1515 minYou, Me and NewsA Day without the InternetThe other day, instagram, facebook and whatssap were shut off. In this episode I want to reflect a little bit on that day and on that experience. Here are a few words that I am going to talk about in this episode: disconnected, to be addicted to, platform, to speculate, to escape, validation, instant, impact, mental health.
2021-10-0710 minYou, Me and NewsThe MeetingLet’s continue to read this wonderful book called Charlotte’s Web together. Let’s explore chapter 12 and see if Charlotte can actually save Wilbur. But, also let us learn some new English words in the process.
2021-09-3025 minYou, Me and NewsIDIOMSHold your tongue
Beat around the bush
Better late than never
Bite the bullet
Hit the sack
That’s the last straw
2021-09-1614 minYou, Me and NewsHard work pays offI want to talk to you about hard work in this episode. I want us to have an honest and realistic conversation about hard work.
2021-09-0916 minYou, Me and NewsTHE MIRACLEWhat exactly does this name mean in this case? Do you believe that it is a miracle? Do you think that her plan is going to work? Listen to this episode and find out.
2021-09-0228 minYou, Me and NewsNegative NancyThis is the longest podcast episode that I have ever recorded. Please listen to it and tell me what your thoughts are.
2021-08-1840 minYou, Me and NewsBe the Boss of Your LanguageI have mentioned this expression many times, but what exactly do I mean by it? In this episode I try to explain this.
2021-08-0510 minYou, Me and NewsChapter 10 of Charlotte and Wilbur’s adventuresWhat is Charlotte going to do to somehow save Wilbur.
2021-07-2922 min2021-07-1541 minYou, Me and NewsThe difference between VERBS and PHRASAL VERBSIn this episode I try my best to explain the difference between verbs and phrasal verbs. By the way, here are the verbs and phrasal verbs that I am using in this episode as my examples, just in case you want to write them down TO CARRY, TO CARRY ON, TO LET, TO LET DOWN, TO BREAK, TO BREAK UP.
2021-06-2414 minYou, Me and NewsStudy with LoveIn this episode I talk to you about the verb to study and why we should love to study.
2021-06-1609 minYou, Me and NewsWhat’s it like to be a polyglot?I can speak 7 languages. People ask me what’s it like to be a polyglot. In this episode I try to give you a few examples of what it’s like to be a polyglot.
2021-06-0918 minYou, Me and News10 difficult words in EnglishIn this episode I want us to look at the following words and practice pronunciation together thoroughly, whistle,through, lawyer, bilingual, education, situation, siblings, development, language/languages
2021-06-0212 minYou, Me and NewsLanguage-Learning and AgeIn this episode I talk about language-learning and age. Is there a “perfect” age for people to start learning a new language? Or, is age irrelevant?
2021-05-2611 minYou, Me and NewsLanguage and LiteracyLiteracy to me means knowledge, learning and having the ability to understand something. How can language and literacy help us in our personal lives and with our own personal growth.
2021-05-0616 minYou, Me and NewsThe Power of GratitudeI would like us to talk about gratitude in this episode. What is gratitude and why should we practice it.
2021-03-2723 minYou, Me and NewsBAD NEWS —Chapter 7In this episode I am reading chapter 7 of our lovely book called Charlotte’s Web. Challenge yourselves to learn from this chapter. Write down the new English words. Practice your pronunciation.
2021-02-2417 minYou, Me and NewsHow can I improve my English?So many of you guys have asked me this question. I think that it’s a good idea for us to talk about this question through this podcast episode.
2021-02-1121 minYou, Me and NewsThe fake side of Social MediaIn this episode, I talk to you guys about butts, boobs, pressure and other fake sh*t that social media throws at us all the time.
2021-01-1412 minYou, Me and NewsA summer day!Chapter 6 is short but sweet. Practice your English with me by listening to this episode.
2021-01-1322 min2020-12-2230 minYou, Me and NewsBEYOND WORDS (my very first documentary)In this episode I want to share with you guys WHY I decided to direct and produce my very first documentary called BEYOND WORDS.
2020-12-0406 minYou, Me and NewsReading books in English (chapter 4)In this episode we continue to read together. This episode covers chapter 4.
2020-11-2420 min
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2020-11-1100 minYou, Me and NewsReading books in English (Chapter 3)Here we continue to read books in English. We focus on chapter 3 and there are many good English words for us here to learn.
2020-11-1139 minYou, Me and News10 Challenging English wordsIn this episode I talk about 10 English words that are quite difficult to pronounce. Check it out and let’s practice them together.
2020-11-0251 min
You, Me and NewsHey Hope, we really need You.In this episode I talk about the importance of having hope in our lives and what exactly that means in terms of our selves as individuals.
2020-10-2511 min
You, Me and NewsNew countries, New cultures & New languages.In this episode I talk about parts of my experience with moving to Sweden from Montenegro at a very young age.
2020-10-2108 min
You, Me and NewsReading books in English (Part 2)In this episode I will read chapter 2 of Charlotte’s Web for you guys. Listen to it, write down the new words and practice as much as you can.
2020-10-1317 min
You, Me and NewsPeople who Inspire MeIn this episode I talk briefly about a few people who inspire me, and specifically why they inspire me.
2020-09-3010 min
You, Me and NewsGain more KnowledgeLet’s talk about knowledge and why it’s important. Let’s also try to learn some new English words while we are talking about this topic.
2020-09-2906 min
You, Me and NewsLanguage, my Fear and I.This episode focuses on the fear that so many language-learners feel when they are trying to speak a foreign language. My hope is that after listening to this episode you will feel a bit more motivated and a bit less afraid to speak in a new language.
2020-09-2409 min
You, Me and NewsFriendshipsAfter having a phone conversation with one of my best friends, I was inspired to tell you guys a little more about our friendship. In this episode I will talk about the following English words. •Labels. •genuine •sincere •trustworthy •detail-oriented. Make sure that you write those words down and that you practice them as we go.
2020-09-1604 min
You, Me and NewsReading books in EnglishIn this episode I will read chapter 1 from one of my favorite English books called Charlotte’s Web. Please consider buying the book before you listen to this episode so that you can follow along, as I read. Here is the vocabulary list that I explain in this episode: Ax, setting the table for breakfast, hog-house, runt, sopping, sobbed (to sob), gently, wobbled, lid, rifle, early risers, promptly.
2020-09-1018 min
You, Me and NewsIndependent ThinkerHow can we practice our ability of becoming more of an independent thinker? What are some tools that we can use and what role does education play in all of that?
2020-09-0906 min