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It’s been a while since we’ve heard some crazy stories from the Reddit community. So in this episode, we’ll take a look at 3 stories that go from crazy and comical to straight up hard to believe.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio — Every dollar goes to funding my caffeine & nicotine addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:32 Story 1 — Guy avoids felony charge5:33 Story 1 — Explanations27:40 Story 2 — Lifeguard saves a stranger’s life33:32 Story 2 — Explanations52:37 Story 3 — Prison nurse sews a man’s Johnson back together55:05 Story 3 — ExplanationsLink to the Reddit thread used in this episode 👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/ala33m/what_crazy_ass_story_do_you_need_to_tell/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For some people, the idea that the way you talk is largely determined by the color of your skin is a bit strange. But in the U.S., talking ‘like a black person’ or ‘like a white person’ is an idea that’s deeply ingrained in our culture. This episode is a short story that illustrates the idea and gives you a bit of context to help you understand it.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio — Every dollar goes to funding my caffeine & nicotine addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Influencers make it seem like it’s the most fun and liberating thing a person can do, but is it really all it’s cracked up to be? In this episode, I talk about some of the pros and cons of traveling the world alone.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio — Every dollar goes to funding my caffeine & nicotine addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Timestamps:0:00 I don’t know why people do this0:23 Topic intro2:00 The pros of traveling alone12:38 The cons of traveling aloneLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr3USRC5/The Before Trilogy (The Stranger on a Train Phenomenon) 👉 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Before_trilogy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been a while since I’ve taken you nowhere. So pack your bags… we’re going on a little trip.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio — Every dollar goes to funding my caffeine & nicotine addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Timestamps:0:00 Where ya been, Tony!?6:10 Does being introverted cause me to miss out?24:34 Not all friends are forever39:06 I see two wheels in my future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When we’re in the heat of the moment, taking heavy damage from our opponent, our instincts tell us to run away to safety… but what’s life without a little bit of danger?If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉https://patreon.com/realenglishradio — Every dollar goes to funding my caffeine & nicotine addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr3aGC2q/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trust is an interesting thing… it’s something that we all understand intuitively, but perhaps don’t ever stop to think about on a philosophical level. But the people you trust and the reason you trust them will often determine the trajectory of your life.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉https://patreon.com/realenglishradio — Every dollar goes to funding my caffeine & nicotine addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being right isn’t free. Correcting people almost always has a social and relational cost, even when you’re objectively correct.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 The Cost of Corrections1:06 Corrections and where they stem from6:59 The ‘Is it worth it?’ FilterLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTrKKJojx/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our problem isn’t that we’re incapable of becoming disciplined. And it’s not even that becoming disciplined is difficult. — The problem is that we often discipline ourselves to do the wrong things.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 What is discipline?0:39 My thoughts4:47 A short storyLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr888Yyv/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going on a 3-month trip to an undisclosed location… enjoy the ride.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 ¡No me tomen por farsante!1:57 Important updates6:43 Champions league final13:15 Should a player remain ‘loyal’ to his club?23:00 AI video is getting good38:56 How will AI affect English learning/teaching?47:49 Globalization is a double-edged sword53:53 Learning English will change your life59:34 Globalization is destroying cultural identity1:06:11 Hip Hop has taken over the world1:11:18 No more personality1:14:50 I’ll be back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The United States of America is known as one of the richest countries in the world, but you might be surprised to know that millions of people here are actually struggling to survive. In this episode, we’re going to talk about the reason(s).If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Americans are drowning in debt0:45 Main sources of debt1:33 Student loans32:04 Car loans50:52 Credit cards1:04:04 Final thoughtsLinks to the videos used in this episode 👇Student loans: https://www.tiktok.com/@nurseamaiya/video/7462874821622287646?_r=1&_t=ZT-8w6joHluchPCar loans: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjAp64WE/Credit cards: https://www.tiktok.com/@debtfreewithesperanza/video/7482855209429978398?_r=1&_t=ZT-8w763MRzldu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us interpret this silence as an indication that something is wrong; we’re boring, they’re boring, someone’s uncomfortable, there’s nothing else to talk about, etc. But the reality is that silence can not only be pleasurable, but also a useful tool when making conversation with people, especially ones you don’t know very well. So in this episode, I’m gonna teach you to think about and use silence in a more productive way so you can have better conversations with anyone you meet.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:27 How to handle awkward silence17:44 Why is silence so shameful?21:14 See silence in a new light26:34 Use silence to your advantageLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@young.and.disciplinedynd/video/7415736964780969246?_r=1&_t=8r7lJxjWyA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introverts hate it… extroverts need it… and so many of us don’t know how to do it properly. So in this episode, I’m going to share a simple technique for making small talk, and the mindset you need in order to apply this technique correctly.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:41 How to make (better) small talk1:54 The problem3:14 The solution4:08 Asking open-ended questions11:00 Reflecting and adding17:23 Why this technique works19:05 Common mistakes to avoid21:57 How to start practicing23:54 A personal anecdoteLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingwithyasir/video/7403802692566469893?_r=1&_t=8r7ELYgsmtf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of my listeners recently asked me about the steps I took to get better at talking to people in real life. This episode is the response to that question.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro2:19 Stop socializing with people you don’t like or respect6:30 Stop trying to be perceived in a particular way10:31 Stop expecting a particular outcome14:21 Stop overthinking19:59 Stop taking rejection personally25:10 Approaching people you’re afraid of28:23 Put yourself in situations where you have to be social32:59 Study the art of conversation34:22 Learn from the best40:57 Focus more on them and less on yourself44:04 Embrace the feeling of being misunderstood and disliked Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I don’t mind being alone, but seeing how everyone else is always going out with friends makes me feel like a loser… is something wrong with me?If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 The reality of going out alone1:22 Brief intro2:38 Explaining the clip12:26 You don’t look weird16:05 Don’t wait to have funLink to the video used in this episode 👇Video 1: https://www.tiktok.com/@uuhhead/video/7500480893476211998?_t=ZT-8wATBMGq6kF&_r=1Video 2: https://www.tiktok.com/@krizzmaa/video/7343977705668398338?_r=1&_t=ZT-8wATaodxvpOVideo 3: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrmdls/video/7487290556259896619?_r=1&_t=ZT-8wATLfSMLPP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m in the mood to go nowhere… would you like to come with me?If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 ¡YO SOY EL QUE SIENTE, YO SOY EL QUE VIVE!3:52 Showing up at someone’s house unannounced21:50 Must you have a purpose in life?41:53 I’m accepting music recommendations (Eng, Esp, Ptg)47:02 Shoutouts48:07 How did I get better at socializing? (Coming soon)55:40 What to expect in the future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.