English Like A Native Podcast

E372: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 46, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day.🔴 Join the ELAN Club, where you can access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English.🌟 Today we’ll start off by exploring the nouns "abundance" and "hedonic treadmill". Then, we'll delve into the adjective "default" and the verb "strive". Last but not least, we'll take a look at the verb "fade".After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Carrie in today's story, who is keen to find out why people in wealthy societies aren’t necessarily happier, despite having an abundance of possessions. She learns about the hedonic treadmill and reflects on her own life, realising the importance of relationships over striving for material success.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E371: 🎙 Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast—your go-to listening resource for intermediate to advanced English learners! Hosted by me, Anna, today’s episode dives into a topic many of us can relate to: accents. 🗣 🙊 Have you ever felt self-conscious about the way you sound? In this episode, I share the story of a woman who wants to erase her beautiful Welsh accent due to negative perceptions and judgement from others. I explore the deeper issues around accent criticism, self-perception, and how to embrace your unique voice while also learning new ways of speaking. I also share my personal journey of learning RP (Received Pronunciation) and tips for those eager to acquire a new accent without losing their identity.🔴 Want to work on your pronunciation? Find out more about my Pronunciation Masterclass.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E370: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 45, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day.🥃 First up on today's list is the idiom "dull as ditchwater" and its variant, "dull as dishwater". Next up, we explore the adjective "electric" and the noun "liqueur". After that, we delve into the adjective "decadent", and finally we look at the verb "bootleg".👨🏽‍🎨️ After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Oliver in today's story, an art gallery owner in London. Facing financial difficulties, Oliver organises an exciting art event with decadent cocktails and electric energy, saving his business and drawing in a huge crowd. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E369: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 45, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, we explode your active vocabulary and improve your listening skills by diving into five vocabulary items every weekday.🧠 Today, we dive into advanced words like the noun "deprivation" and the verb "extrapolate". After that, we explore the adjective "emergent" and the collocation "fair comment". Last on today's list is the noun "mindset".🏠⚠️ Join me as we pronounce these words together and explore their usage in context as we do a quick quiz to test your memory. In today's story segment, a keen student presents her project on the national housing crisis, highlighting deprivation as families struggle to afford homes. She uses data to extrapolate future trends, leaving a lasting impression on her classmates. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E368: 🎙️ Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! This is Week 45, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, and we are laser-focused on boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your English listening skills every weekday, from Monday to Friday.🐸 Today's list kicks off with the noun "rumble". Then, we explore the idiom "a frog in your throat" and we have a look at another noun, "caper". After that, we delve into another meaning of the phrasal verb "step something up" before finishing the list with the adjective "brutal".🎢 After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Sam in today's story, a security guard at a theme park where a lost girl ends up asking him for help. Sam steps things up, successfully reuniting her with her mother, giving a brutal reminder of the importance of staying close in crowds. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E367: 🎙️ Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! This is Week 45, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, and we are laser-focused on boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your English listening skills every weekday, from Monday to Friday.🤷🏿‍♂️ On today's vocabulary list, we start with the verb "scale". After that, we take a look at the idiom "not have a clue". Then, we delve into the noun "fair cop" and the adjective "insidious". Last of all, we explore the verb "berate".🚔 Join me as we dissect these words and idioms with practical examples, pronunciation practice, and a captivating story to tie it all together. In today's story segment, a not-so-clever criminal tries to break into a warehouse, only to realise he doesn't have a clue what he's doing. After scaling a wall to get inside, he faces a realisation that crime isn't as glamorous as it seems. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E366: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! My name is Anna and you're listening to Week 45, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. This is the series that is dedicated to improving your listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. 🦷 Let's start off today's list with the verb "upcycle". Next up, we look at the adjectives "obscure" and "clad", After that, we explore the idiom "get one's teeth into something", and finally, we finish with another idiom, "as old as the hills".🪑 Don't forget to tune in to the pronunciation practice segment, and a quick quiz to review the words. In today's story time, we meet Clara, who is known for her love of upcycling. She finds an old chair and decides to transform it into a vibrant garden seat. Clara’s passion not only revitalises old items but also brings her community together in creative upcycling sessions, where they turn trash into treasures.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E365: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 44, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills.🌟 In today's episode, we start off with the conjunction "albeit". Up next is the verb "amputate" and the noun "amputee". After that, we dive into the adjective "untouchable" and wrap up the list with another adjective, "fateful".🧗🏻‍♀️ We'll practise pronunciation together and use these terms in a story that brings them to life. In that story, we'll see how a seasoned climber’s life changes irrevocably after a fall results in the amputation of her arm. Faced with unimaginable challenges, she learns to navigate life with one arm, determined to reclaim her love for climbing. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E364: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! You're tuned into Week 44, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, the series that aims to boost your English vocabulary, improve your listening skills, and keep you company throughout your day.👀 Today's vocabulary list starts with the verb "unsettle". Next up, we explore the phrasal verb "pass down" and the noun "reflection". After that, we delve into the adjective "inexplicable". Last but not least, we talk about the phrase "catch a glimpse". 😨 Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one thoroughly. In the final story segment, we meet Emily, whose old, passed-down mirror always unsettled her. As the nights go on, the reflection's behaviour grows more unsettling, until one night, something unexpected happens, leaving Emily's fate shrouded in mystery.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E363: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, hosted by me, Anna. In Week 44, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, we explore five vocabulary items to enhance your English skills. Join us as we dive into the meaning, usage, and pronunciation of these words and phrases, then tie it all together with a captivating story to reinforce your learning. 🎸 First up in today's list is the adjective "acoustic". After that, we delve into the noun "big break" and explore the phrasal verb "plug away". Then, to finish off, we take a look at two nouns, "riff" and "stage fright".🎭 Stay with us till the end for a quick recap and a story that ties it all together, where we meet a struggling actor, raised in a musical household, who overcomes crippling stage fright and years of persistent effort to finally achieve their big break in the industry. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E362: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! Join me, your host, Anna in Week 44, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day as we delve into practical vocabulary every single weekday that will enhance your English skills and boost your confidence in communication. 🔨 On today's list, we start with the phrasal verb "stick to". After that, we take a look at the adjective "restrictive" and the idiom "hit the nail on the head". Following that, we delve into another phrasal verb, "step up", and last but not least, we explore the noun "lodger".💸 Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one thoroughly. In the final story section, Caroline struggles with budgeting. She's finding it too restrictive, but she sticks to her goal by renting out a room to a lodger. This new income motivates her to be more organised, and she comes to an important financial realisation.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E361: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! You're tuning into Week 44, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. This daily series is dedicated to improving your English listening skills and expanding your vocabulary one episode at a time. Each day, we introduce five new vocabulary items and explore their usage in engaging contexts. 💖 First on the list today are two idioms, "young at heart" and "beauty sleep". Next up, we'll explore the noun "wisdom". Then, we'll delve into the adjective "boundless". Finally, we finish off today's list with another adjective, "steadfast".👵🏽 Join me as we pronounce these words together and explore their usage in context as we do a quick quiz to test your memory. In today's story segment, we meet Marie, a 70-year-old with boundless energy, who is described as young at heart. Her wisdom, gained from a lifetime of experiences, keeps her steadfast in her optimistic outlook, inspiring her friends who admire her youthful spirit and resilience.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E360: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join me as I share captivating true stories that will make you laugh, cringe, or gasp in surprise.⚠️ Trigger warning ⚠️ This episode is not for the faint-hearted, as it touches on themes of loss and sadness. If you're sensitive to stories involving animals, you may want to skip this one. 🦊 In this episode, A Shocking Discovery, you'll hear about an experience that shook me to my core, involving a beloved local fox and the heart-wrenching events that followed. Through this story, you'll gain new vocabulary and phrases, all while engaging with an emotional and authentic narrative.📧 I also invite you, my lovely listeners, to share your own stories! Whether it’s a funny mishap, a spooky encounter, or a heartwarming moment, I want to hear from you. Send your story to me, and it might just be featured in a future episode!⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E359: 🎙️ Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! This is Week 43, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, and we are laser-focused on boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your English listening skills every weekday, from Monday to Friday.⏯️ Listen and read along on The English Like a Native Podcast YouTube channel.🤸🏿‍♀️ Let's start today's list off with the idiom "go with the flow". Then, we take a look at the two adjectives "bendy" and "flexible". Next on the list is the noun "balance", and to wrap up, we delve into the idiom "have a word with someone".🔴 Don’t forget to check out the bonus content available in my community including access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English. 🧘🏻‍♂️ Join me as we dissect these words and idioms with practical examples, pronunciation practice, and a captivating story to tie it all together. In today's story segment, Jason tries yoga for the first time and feels self-conscious about his lack of flexibility and balance. After class, he talks to the teacher, who reassures him that yoga is about accepting his body's current state and improving over time. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E358: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 43, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, we explode your active vocabulary and improve your listening skills by diving into five vocabulary items every weekday.😴 First up on today's list is the adjective "inanimate". Next up, we delve into the verb "edge", and the idiom "slightly built". After that, we take a look at the phrasal verb "doze off", and last but not least, we uncover the idiom "all to yourself".🖼 Join me as we pronounce these words together and explore their usage in context as we do a quick quiz to test your memory. In today's story segment, Liz accidentally dozes off in the Louvre Museum and wakes up to find she has the entire museum all to herself—until the statues notice her, and she must quickly decide whether to flee or face the consequences.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E357: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 43, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day.💺 In today's episode, we start with the idiom "on the edge of your seat". After that, we delve into the noun "underdog" and take a look at another idiom, "the plot thickens". Next up, we explore the noun "scapegoat", and finally, we wrap up with another noun, "breakthrough".🏁 Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one thoroughly. In the final story segment, we join John in the cinema as he watches Redemption Run, a film in which Alex, an underdog mechanic, competes in a high-stakes race against professional drivers. When wrongly accused of sabotage, he becomes a scapegoat. With time running out, Alex battles against the clock to expose the real saboteur and win the race. Will he manage it?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E356: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 43, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. 😬 Today’s focus is on expanding your vocabulary with five essential terms, the first of which is the idiom "in line for". Then, we move on to the phrase "on edge" and then explore another idiom, "odd one out". After that, we delve into the adjective "insecure", and last but not least, the idiom "a step up".👨🏽‍💻️ After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Graham in today's story, who is a self-taught programmer anxiously awaiting news about a promotion that would mark a significant step up in his career. Despite feeling like the odd one out compared to his degree-holding colleagues, his dedication makes him a strong candidate. Will he get the job?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E355: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 43, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. Join us every weekday to enrich your language and enjoy engaging content that fits perfectly into your day.👛 In today's episode, we start our list with the idiom "as good as new". Next up, we delve into the noun "skip", and then we look at another idiom, "in line with". After that, we explore the noun "frugality", and finally we wrap up the list with another noun, "latter".🪑 Join me as we dissect these words and idioms with practical examples, pronunciation practice, and a captivating story to tie it all together. In the story segment, Liam, raised with frugal values, finds joy in rescuing discarded items from skips and restoring them. His passion for upcycling aligns perfectly with his belief in frugality and environmental respect. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E354: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. This is your go-to resource to boost your confidence in English! In this episode, I dive deep into the topic of sounding more confident. Drawing from my personal struggles with confidence, I share practical tips on eliminating things that can undermine your authority when speaking. 🔴 Bonus content available in The Conversation Club, including access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English.🔵 Speaking English with my clone using Teacher AI?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E353: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 42, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day.🌟 Today we explore five essential vocabulary items, starting with the adjective "stuffed". Next up, we take a look at the idiom "take the edge off" and the noun "banquet". Finally, we delve into two verbs, "skip", and "rumble".🍛🥗 After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Dean in today's story, who is eagerly anticipating his company's annual banquet and skips breakfast to save room. By late afternoon, his stomach rumbles with hunger, thinking about the food he's going to devour later!⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E352: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 42, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day.💖 In today's list, we start with the idiom "to make someone's heart flutter". After that, we have a look at the phrase "to take someone for granted" and the noun "childhood sweetheart". Moving on, we delve into the idiom "young love". To wrap up today's list, we finish with the adjective "complacent".💏🏼 Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one thoroughly. In the final story segment, Lisa reflects on her journey from youthful romance with her childhood sweetheart, Tom, to the steady rhythm of their married life. Have they become too complacent over the years?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E351: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 42, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, we explode your active vocabulary and improve your listening skills by diving into five vocabulary items every weekday.⏯️ Listen and read along on The English Like a Native Podcast YouTube channel.💇🏿‍♀️ Our theme today takes us to the hairdresser, as we start with the phrase "have a flick through something". Moving on, we delve into the nouns "apprentice" and "blow-dry". Next up, we explore the adjective "carefree", and finally, the noun "bowl cut" is last on our list.✂️ Join me as we pronounce these words together and explore their usage in context as we do a quick quiz to test your memory. In today's story segment, Alana visits a salon for a new look, feeling relaxed and confident after a soothing hair wash by an apprentice. Distracted by daydreams and flicking through magazines, she fails to notice the drastic mistake being made to her hair, turning her carefree salon day into a hair disaster.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E350: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, where you're listening to me, your host, Anna, on Week 42, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This episode is jam-packed with idioms and vocabulary designed to boost your English listening and speaking skills. 👉🏼 Today's list starts with the idiom "keep things running smoothly", followed by another idiom "not lift a finger". Next on the list, we see another idiom with the word 'finger': "point the finger at someone". After that, we delve into the adjective "obstinate" and the final item on today's list is the idiom "point taken".🧹🧽 We'll practise pronunciation together and use these terms in a story that brings them to life. In that story, we'll see Annabel, who leaves her unhelpful family to manage the household on their own. They quickly realise how much she does for them. Upon her return, will they make a real effort to share the responsibilities or will things go back to how they were before?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E349: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for enhancing your English listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 42, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day.🔥 We're exploring the world of work today in today's list, as we start with the idiom "irons in the fire". Next up, we explore the nouns "portfolio career" and "rebel". Then, we delve into another noun, "freelancer", before finishing the list off with the phrase "set a boundary".💻 After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Emma in today's story, a freelancer with a portfolio career, who is considering returning to a traditional job. She weighs up the benefits of freelancing, reminding herself of the freedom it provides, despite the challenges.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E349: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join me as I share captivating true stories that will make you laugh, cringe, or gasp in surprise. 🥣 In this episode, Mistaken Identity, I recall a shocking and unforgettable experience from my teenage years. Expecting a sweet bowl of cereal, I end up with something quite different — discover how this mistake led to a valuable lesson about assumptions.🔴 Don’t forget to check out the bonus content available in The Conversation Club, including access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English.📧 I also invite you, my lovely listeners, to share your own stories! Whether it’s a funny mishap, a spooky encounter, or a heartwarming moment, I want to hear from you. Send your story to me, and it might just be featured in a future episode!⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E347: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, where you're listening to me, your host, Anna, as I take you through Week 41, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. This episode is packed with vocabulary and idioms that will enhance your English fluency. 🚪 The list starts with the verb "canvass" and the noun "activist". Up next, we delve into the idioms "slam the door in someone’s face" and "against all odds". Last but not least, we take a look at the phrasal verb "give something out". 🔴 Join the ELAN Club, where you can access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English. 🌳 Join me as we dissect these words and idioms with practical examples, pronunciation practice, and a captivating story to tie it all together. In the story segment, John, a retired teacher, becomes an activist for the Ecology Party. Despite facing rejection while canvassing, he and his fellow activists persist against all odds.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E346: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! In this episode, I guide you through Week 41, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, a series dedicated to enhancing your overall English proficiency, with a special focus on listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. 🌟 We start off today's list with the phrasal verb "brush up on something". Then, we move on to the idiom "not last long", followed by the verb "suffice". After that, we delve into the idiom "suffice it to say", before wrapping up today's list with the noun "immersion"🇪🇸 🗣 Don't forget to tune in to the pronunciation practice segment, and a quick quiz to review the words. In today's story time, we meet Jane, an aspiring English teacher moving to Spain, who needs to brush up on her Spanish before the big move. Determined not to let her basic skills suffice, she embraces an immersive learning approach, integrating Spanish into every aspect of her daily life. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E345: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! You're tuning in to Week 41, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we're committed to expanding your active vocabulary and sharpening your listening skills.🌟 In today's episode, we're diving into five new vocabulary items, starting with the idiom "to have your fingers in the till". We'll also explore the adjective "glowing" and the noun "reference". Then, we'll delve into the noun "instinct" and finish off with the phrase "something is up".👔 Stay with us till the end for a quick recap and a story that ties it all together, where we meet Dan, a seemingly perfect employee with glowing references. Despite his friendly demeanor and hard work, Dan's true nature is revealed, reminding everyone to trust their instincts.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E344: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're listening to Week 41, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. Here, we are working on expanding your vocabulary while improving your English listening skills, by focusing on five items of vocabulary every day of the working week, from Monday through to Friday.🐺 We start off today's list with the noun "power cut". Then, we delve into the idiom "not think straight", which is followed by the verb "abound". After that, we take a look at another verb, "huddle", and we finish with a final verb, "howl".🔌 After some quick pronunciation practice and a recap to test your memory, we visit Sally and her kids in today's story, where they are experiencing a power cut during a winter storm. As the wind howls outside, they huddle together by candlelight and rediscover the joys of storytelling and board games, reconnecting in a way they hadn’t in a long time. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E343: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! You're listening to Week 41, Day 1, of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your vocabulary and listening skills every weekday with five essential vocabulary items.💰 In today's episode, we kick off with the adjective "remiss". After that, we delve into another adjective "sufficient", and the verb "rebel". Then, we explore the noun "affluence", and wrap up the list with another noun, "disparity". 📈 Tune in for some pronunciation practice and a quick recap to encourage you to remember the words we've covered. In today's story segment, Dr. Amelia Chen, an economist, rebels against the growing wealth disparity in her country. As she challenges the insufficient policies favouring affluence for the few, she fights to convince policymakers to adopt more equitable economic measures. Despite initial resistance, her passionate advocacy begins to spark real change.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E342: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna and you're listening to Week 40, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, you're getting a healthy dose of English vocabulary every day from Monday to Friday. 😭 In today's list, we start with the adjective "dormant". After that, we explore two verbs, "evacuate" and "erupt". Moving on, we delve into the noun "eruption", and finally, we finish with the adjective "devastated".🌋 Don't forget to stay tuned for pronunciation practice and a quick recap before we dive into the story section. In today's tale, Jaden, a geologist living by a dormant volcano in the Caribbean, detects signs of an imminent eruption. Despite initial scepticism from authorities, Jaden's team convinces them to evacuate the island. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E341: 🎙️ Welcome to the English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! This is Week 40, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, and we are laser-focused on boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your English listening skills every weekday, from Monday to Friday.👆🏽 Today's list starts off with the adjective "idyllic". After that, we delve into the noun "hospitality" and explore the adjective "eerie". Next up, we look at the idiom "put your finger on something", often used in the negative. Lastly, we talk about the adjective "zealous".🏨 Join me as we dissect these words and idioms with practical examples, pronunciation practice, and a captivating story to tie it all together. In today's story segment, Devon escapes the hectic city life for an idyllic village B&B known for its legendary hospitality. Despite the warm welcome, an eerie feeling nags at him, and he can't put his finger on why. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E340: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 40, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. In this series, we explode your active vocabulary and improve your listening skills by diving into five vocabulary items every weekday.Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated. Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈☮️ Our list today features a lot of adjectives! Join me as we start the list with the adjectives "jubilant" and "nimble". Then, we move on to explore the adjectives "serene" and "vigorous". Finally, we finish with the verb "uplift".🔴 Join the ELAN Club, where you can access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English.🥇 Join me as we pronounce these words together and explore their usage in context as we do a quick quiz to test your memory. In today's story segment, Sophie, an Olympic gymnast, faces intense training and nerves before her big performance. Through mindfulness and rest, she finds calmness and precision on the mat. Will she get that gold medal she's been dreaming of.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E339: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 40, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. 🥛 First up on today's vocabulary list are the idioms "under the weather" and "to milk it". Then, we move on to the verb "spiral", followed by the adverb "aside". Last but not least, we finish our list with the noun "trepidation".🤧 We'll practise pronunciation together and use these terms in a story that brings them to life. In that story, we'll see how Barry exaggerates his cold to get sympathy from his girlfriend Geena. Initially, he enjoys the attention, but his condition soon spirals into a serious illness. Realising the consequences of his actions, Barry learns a lesson about honesty and health.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E338: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! You're tuned into Week 40, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, the series that aims to boost your English vocabulary, improve your listening skills, and keep you company throughout your day. Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated. Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈🐈 In this episode, we start with the idiom "let the cat out of the bag". After that, we move on to the verb "perplex" Then, we look at another idiom, "hand over fist". Next up, we look at the noun "tip-off", and we finish off with the verb "thwart".🕵🏾‍♀️ Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one thoroughly. In the final story segment, Detective Patel, perplexed by a human smuggling case, finds a breakthrough thanks to an anonymous tip-off. Acting quickly, she and her team thwart the gang's operations, making a significant arrest and hoping to prevent future tragedies.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E337: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for intermediate to advanced English learners. I’m Anna, and today we’re diving into a crucial topic: how to get unstuck.Join the ELAN Club, where you can access live classes, structured courses, and a supportive network to practise and improve your English.🎹 Many years ago, I realised I had a deep passion for the piano. I started teaching myself. However, like many skills, progress was slow, and I quickly lost motivation. The obstacle was me – I kept delaying my practice.💪 We often approach our various goals, saying, "I'll deal with that later" or "when I have more time." But, as Albert Einstein said, "Nothing happens until something moves." If you're tired of feeling stuck, you need to take action. 📘 So, if you want to learn English effectively, write down your goal and keep it visible. Make a plan and stop delaying. Progress comes from consistent effort. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E336: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 39, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. You know the drill: we're here to improve your English listening skills as we expand your active vocabulary,🔆 Today’s vocabulary list starts with the bright adjective "luminous". Next up is the noun "mirth", followed by another adjective, "radiant". After that, we delve into the verb "yearn", and we wrap up with the idiom "fits the bill".💀 Throughout the episode, you'll hear example sentences, pronunciation tips, and a recap to reinforce your learning. Plus, I'll share a relatable story to bring these terms to life where we meet Sarah, who receives a Halloween party invitation. Despite not being a fan of scary costumes, she buys a luminous skeleton T-shirt that fits perfectly. At the party, she ends up having a fantastic time and she comes to realise that Halloween can be joyful, even with ghosts and monsters around.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E335: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna and you're listening to Week 39, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. This is the series dedicated to expanding your active vocabulary by deep-diving into five items every day of the working week from Monday to Friday.🪔 We kick off today's episode with the verb "fascinate". Next is the noun "grimace", followed by the adjective "harmonious". Today's idiom is "burn the midnight oil", and last but not least, we explore the adjective "immaculate". 🦷 Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one with confidence. In the final story segment, Dr. Harold Finch, an esteemed dentist, ironically suffers a terrible toothache after burning the midnight oil. Too embarrassed to ask for help, he suffers through the pain. Will anyone come to his aid?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E334: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join us for Week 39, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, a series dedicated to boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your overall English skills.⚠️ In today's episode, we start with the verb "astonish", and then move on to the noun "bliss". Up next, we explore the adjective "cautious", followed by the verb "dwindle". Finally, we take a look at the adjective "eloquent".💍 Don't forget to tune in to the pronunciation practice segment, and a quick quiz to review the words. In today's story time, Lucy, a cautious person, plans to propose to her partner Tom after ten blissful years together. Nervously, she prepares a romantic dinner but fears her confidence might dwindle. When she finally asks, there's a surprise in store.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E333: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 39, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This podcast is dedicated to helping you improve your English listening skills, expand your vocabulary, and, hopefully, have a delightful time. ⚽ In today's episode, our vocabulary list starts off with the verb "face". Then, we move on to the noun "pitch", in the sense of football! After that, we dive into the verb "substitute" and the idiom "ruffle some feathers". Finally, we take a look at the adjective "phenomenal". 🥅 Tune in for some pronunciation practice and a quick quiz to encourage you to recap the words we've covered. In today's story section, the underdog football team faces the reigning champions in an intense match. After a tough first half, the new player Jake is substituted in and scores a phenomenal goal, giving the underdogs the lead. As the game nears its end, tension rises as the champions fight back, leaving the outcome uncertain.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E332: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuned into Week 39, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. This series is all about boosting your active vocabulary, enhancing your listening skills, and keeping you company whether you're commuting, working out, or just doing chores around the house.🦋 Today, we'll delve into five vocabulary items, starting with the noun "bundle". Then, we move on to the verbs "flutter" and "define". Up next, we take a look at the idiom "leave its mark", and finally, we wrap up with the noun "bedrock".💌 Tune in for pronunciation practice and a recap of today's words, ensuring you grasp each one thoroughly. In the final story segment, we encounter Amanda, who is sorting through her clothes into bundles to give away, keep, or sell. As she does so, she finds old love letters from Rick. Determined to move on, she finds strength in re-reading an old favourite novel of hers instead of reading the letters.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E331: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! Hosted by me, Anna, this podcast is your essential resource for advancing your English skills from intermediate to advanced levels.👄 Want the opportunity to practise your spoken English? Join my Conversation Club here!💻 🥻 In this episode, we explore a topic recently covered in my Conversation Club, The Allure of Minimalism: Less is More. Join me as I delve into the minimalist lifestyle, which champions living with fewer possessions to gain more freedom, focus, and joy. I answer some of the questions posed in the Conversation Club session, giving you a taste of the kinds of topics and discussions we have in our fabulous speaking club. If you're passionate about improving your English and want to connect with like-minded learners, join the ELAN Conversation Club. Access a wealth of resources, participate in live events, and engage with a community committed to your growth.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E330: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 38, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. This series is dedicated to expanding your active vocabulary, honing your listening skills, and enhancing your overall enjoyment of the English language.🌟 We start today's episode off with the noun "irony". Next up, we see the idiom "flutter your eyelashes" and the adjective "willing". After that, we explore another idiom "have something up your sleeve", and finally, we finish off by delving into the noun "ripple". 🕺 Join me as we dissect these words and idioms with practical examples, pronunciation practice, and a captivating story to tie it all together. In today's story segment, Andy and his friends Brianna and Charlie struggle to get into an exclusive nightclub. Despite Charlie's flirtatious efforts, they have to wait and then pay high prices for a disappointing experience. Should they stay or cut their losses and head to another place?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E329: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 38, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. This series is focused on your vocabulary expansion. So, stick around as we dive deep into five items of vocabulary before bringing them all together in a little story.🤷🏿‍♂️ First, we have two idioms, "to put your mind to something" and "beats me". Our third item is the verb "shrug", then we have the noun "paragon". Lastly, we dive into the phrasal verb "iron out".🛠️ Tune in for some pronunciation practice and a quick quiz to encourage you to recap the words we've covered. In today's story section, Dave and Harry, self-proclaimed DIY enthusiasts, attempt to fix a mysterious leak in their mum's basement. Despite their confidence, their efforts result in a flooded cellar. Have you ever caused more damage than you intended while trying to fix something?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E328: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 38, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. This series is designed to gradually enhance your vocabulary, improve your listening skills, and help you feel more comfortable with the English language.⏯️ Listen and read along on The English Like a Native Podcast YouTube channel.🤓 Today, we start with the noun "intellectual." Next is the adverb "willingly" and the phrasal verb "to cover for someone". Another phrasal verb today is "to blunder into". Lastly, we have the idiom "over one's head".💻 Tune in for some pronunciation practice and a quick recap to encourage you to remember the words we've covered. In today's story segment, Alicia agrees to cover for her colleague Max, only to find his instructions impossible to understand. As chaos looms, a colleague steps in to help and a stressful situation transforms into a groundbreaking solution for the entire department. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E327: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 38, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This podcast is your daily companion to enhance your listening skills, expand your vocabulary, and boost your confidence in using the English language.🔍 The first word on the list is the noun "procession", followed by the verb "peer". Then, we take a look at the idiom "take someone for a fool" and the verb "cement".Last but not least, we finish with another verb, "swirl". 💍 Don't forget to tune in to the pronunciation practice segment, and a quick quiz to review the words. In today's story time, we join Marcus, as he plans to propose to his girlfriend Amelia with his grandmother's ring, but discovers a surprising twist. Will this revelation affect their love story?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E326: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 38, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. This series is designed to be your daily companion for improving English, available every weekday from Monday to Friday.❤️ In today's episode, we'll dive into five essential vocabulary items, starting with the verb "clutch". Then, we explore the nouns "masterpiece" and "collection". Next up, we dive into the adverb "gingerly", and last but now least, we talk about the idiom "to have a change of heart".🎨 We'll provide definitions, example sentences, and pronunciation practice to help you master these words. Plus, enjoy a captivating story that incorporates today's vocabulary in context, featuring Marco, an art thief, who infiltrates a museum to steal a valuable painting with his partner Luca. After successfully taking the masterpiece, he starts to doubt his actions. Will he complete the mission or have a change of heart?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E325: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, the perfect podcast for intermediate to advanced-level English learners. I'm Anna, your host, and today’s episode is all about the concept of longing for the past or another place, through personal anecdotes from our team at ELAN.👄 Want the opportunity to practise your spoken English? Join my Conversation Club here!👍👎 You'll hear stories from our team members, myself included, about our experiences living in different cities and countries, from Brazil to Spain to various parts of the UK. We’ll talk about the quirks, challenges, and joys of living in a foreign country or a new city in your own country. Whether it’s the unexpected conveniences or the small frustrations, these stories will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the pull of the “greener grass” on the other side.💭 I encourage you to think about your own experiences. What do you love about where you are now? What do you miss about a place you’ve lived before? Share your thoughts with me.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E324: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 37, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. Over the past 37 weeks, we've been on a mission to expand your vocabulary, enhance your listening skills, and entertain you with daily doses of English, Monday through Friday.😳 Today, we're wrapping up the week with a fantastic list of target vocabulary. We dive right in with the noun "blunder" and the verb "blush". Our idiom for today is "back on track". Then, we have the adjective "mortified", and finally, we explore the verb "squirm".🤦🏻‍♀️ Don't forget to listen out for the quick recap and pronunciation practice of our target words! In today's story segment, we meet Julia, who is excited for her first day as marketing director. However, a slip of the tongue leads to an embarrassing blunder, as she calls her boss by the wrong name. Can Julia regain her confidence on her first day after a bad start?⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.

E323: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for expanding your English vocabulary! I'm your host, Anna, and I'm bringing you Week 37, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. Each weekday, we delve into five new vocabulary items, exploring their meanings, usage, and pronunciation. 🏡 In today's episode, we start off with the phrasal verb "storm out", followed by the adjective "stubborn". Then, we dive into the nouns "quibble" and "household". Finally, we wrap up with another noun "ironing". 👔 Don't forget to tune in to the pronunciation practice segment, and a quick quiz to review the words. In today's story time, we get a peek into the home life of Tom and Jenny. Living in a usually happy household, they suddenly clash over ironing techniques. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.