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>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, we are going to look at some trendy words. These words have been added to the dictionary in the last decade. And with a mini-story, you are going to improve your fluency. I'll tell you a story while asking you many questions that you have to answer right away. It's like talking to another person in English. As I said today, we will look at some words added to the dictionary in the last decade. These are trendy words, and I'm sure most of them sound familiar to you. For more episodes and the full text, visit     

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Whenever  comes, everywhere I go, I see chocolate eggs and Easter bunny cakes. But what do we celebrate on Easter? Easter is a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. The New Testament describes the resurrection occurring on the third day after his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans on Calvary around 30 AD. Americans spend this holiday with friends and family, and some attend special services held in churches on Easter.  For more episodes and the full text, visit 

This week we are going to continue talking about the different types of doctors in English. And with a fun mini-story, you will effectively improve your English fluency. >> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Last week, we started talking about the different types of doctors in English. We saw that a general practitioner or family doctor treats common health problems. We also learned that an optometrist is an eye doctor and that a dentist treats teeth and gums' problems. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, we are going to learn English in a fun way.  You will learn new English vocabulary through fun riddles.  I will introduce you to some popular riddles and ask you to guess the correct answer. If you don't know what a riddle is, don't worry because I'll explain it to you. And with a point of view lesson, you will learn grammar without memorizing any boring rules. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I’m going to tell you how you can get vegetables without going to the supermarket. And I’m not talking about magic. In the second part, you will learn grammar without memorizing any boring rules. Some things only happen in cities. Interesting things. One of them is urban gardens, I’m talking about tomatoes, celery, broccoli, etc. It is an exciting option if you do not want to buy them directly from the supermarket or if you want to make sure that the vegetables are pesticides free. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

This week, we had elections in the U.S., which is a great time to discuss voting! I’ll explain how voting works in the USA —who can vote, how to do it, and some useful words. If voting seems confusing, don’t worry—I’ll make it simple. Hi! I'm Georgiana, and I'm back with a new episode. I'm here to help you speak English fluently. And what do you need to speak fluently? You need to LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN, and LISTEN. :) Get the transcript on my website:

Today, we'll talk about ghosting, why it happens, and how to handle it. Plus, we'll practice some grammar in context with a Point-of-View story. Since Halloween is coming, let's talk about something spooky—ghosts and ghosting. I don't believe in real ghosts, but they are fun to see in stories, movies, and on Halloween! A ghost is the spirit of a person who has died, and people imagine they appear and disappear mysteriously. Get the transcript on my website: 

Today, we will talk about the magical story of The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. This famous story is about a girl named Dorothy and her friends, who travel through a special land full of surprises. Now you can practice your English-speaking skills with the , inspired by The Wizard of Oz. The course is available on any device—smartphone, tablet, or computer—so you can easily fit your practice into your daily routine, even while multitasking. It also includes a printable transcript in PDF format, and for extra support, you’ll have access to translations in Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese. Get the Magic course at

Hello, everyone! Music has a special place in my heart, and today, I'm excited to take you on a journey through its history. We'll talk about how music has changed over the years, and I hope you'll enjoy it as much as I do. I. Music Through the Ages Let's start by going back in time. In ancient times, people used music during ceremonies and gatherings. They played simple instruments like drums, flutes, and strings. It was a way for them to come together and enjoy each other's company. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/316-the-evolution-of-music/

Do you like paradoxes? Today I will talk about the paradox of the magic bill, which has gone viral on social media. A paradox is a fact, expression, or story that seems contrary to logic. I invite you to listen to this paradox and then assume the solution. Get the text on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/315-whats-a-paradox/

Today, we’re going to talk about two systems of measurement that are used around the world: the Imperial system and the Metric system. These are important to know, especially if you plan to travel or communicate with people from different countries. On my website you can get the 5 Secrets to speak English and my . Before we start, get the transcript at:

In this episode, we continue learning more vocabulary related to school supplies. And with an exclusive point of view story, you’ll learn grammar without memorizing any boring rules. Remember that you can get the text of this episode at Agenda I think it's the most crucial element for a student. An agenda contains the days of the year and the holidays. So, the student can write down the dates of exams, activities, etc. In this way, in theory, everything is under control. I say this in theory because many times kids forget to write things down, and it's chaos. 

Since it's September, we're going back to school. At least in this episode, you will remember how exciting it used to be to start a new school year. We're going to check out vocabulary related to the school supplies that kids need when they go back to school, after the summer vacation. And in the second part of this episode, you'll learn English grammar without studying any rules with an exclusive point of view story. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/312-back-to-school/

Today, we will discuss the famous book "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. This story takes us back to a time of good manners, love, and society in the 19th century. Get the transcript on my website: "Pride and Prejudice" is about the Bennet family, especially Elizabeth Bennet, the second-oldest daughter. This story happened when finding a good husband or wife was very important. Mrs. Bennet, Elizabeth's mother, really wants to find wealthy husbands for her five daughters.

In today's episode, I'll give you some tips on how to spend your summer vacation, and you'll speak English with a mini-story. Connecting with nature A very healthy activity that you can do is to go to a natural spot and enjoy nature. The idea is to relax and forget about exams or deadlines. Of course, you can take the opportunity to do a little exercise by going for a walk. Ideally, you should find a place without too many people, especially children. I am sure that in your country there are many places where you can quietly enjoy nature. Get the full text on my website:

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, we will practice some of the most difficult words to pronounce in English. Words that start with "th" as in this or that and words that end in "ly" as in constantly or definitely." And with a mini-story, you will improve your fluency. English pronunciation can be a big problem for some English students. And their native language determines, for the most part, what types of difficulties students will have.  For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, you are going to  in a fun way. You will learn new through fun riddles. And with a mini-story, you will improve your fluency by answering lots of questions. One thing is clear. You want to . That's why it's a great idea to get to know the typical expressions and riddles. Riddles often make us laugh out loud. Everyone knows that laughter is healthy because it relaxes the brain and body, helps us release stress, and promotes positive mental health. This way you will learn English more easily. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I will tell you how to train your brain to in English. And with a fun mini-story, you will improve your Nowadays, we are very used to watching content on the Internet. There is a wide variety of materials. And when it comes to learning English, it is no exception, so I understand that you can feel overwhelmed by so many possibilities. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In today’s episode, I will talk about Valentine’s Day in the United States. And with a mini-story, you will improve your English speaking. Although it is a very commercial holiday, Valentine's Day has a fascinating history that goes back to ancient Rome! In the United States and other parts of the world, people celebrate February 14 by giving away candy hearts and red roses. Historians believe that Valentine's Day originated in ancient Rome as a pagan fertility festival. But despite its origins, in 1300, it officially became a holiday associated with love and romance. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << You're hired. You will start with $1000, and in two years it will be $3000. Awesome! Then I'll start working two years from now. Today, I want to talk about some stories that occurred in a job interview. I think it will be fun. Later, you'll practice grammar with a Point of View Story. On the day of the interview, you prepare yourself: you get a nice haircut, dress properly, you are a bit nervous but focused, and the interview begins in English! For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, we will talk about how to pronounce vowels in English. And with a fun point of view story, you will improve your grammar. The truth is that vowels in English always represent a particular difficulty for many students. But don't worry because there is a self-evident reason why this happens. It turns out that in English, we have six vowel letters represented by the letters a, e, i, o, and u and fifteen vowel sounds.  For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In today's episode, I'll show you how to write a business email in English. I'll teach you how to structure an email by providing some examples. Then, with a fun mini-story, you will improve your English fluency. Nowadays, we need to communicate online both on a personal and professional level. And though sending an email to a friend doesn't seem to be too challenging, many of you feel intimidated when writing a professional email in English. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Last week, we started learning how to write a formal business email in English. Today we will learn how to close an email with a final comment and greeting. I'll also give you an example of a formal email that you can use in different situations. With a point of view story, you will improve your grammar. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I'm going to talk about how to ask and give directions in English. For example, when you want to go to a restaurant, and you have to ask for directions. Next, an exclusive mini-story to improve your fluency in English.  I know that nowadays with smartphones, you can check the GPS and you don't need to ask for help anymore, but think about this: Asking for directions is an excellent opportunity to practice English. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I will talk about and how it is related to the possible mistakes that occur when we speak. Yes. Sometimes we can make mistakes!  Next, we will practice grammar with a funny point of view story. You just have to listen and observe how the different grammar points change. Very good! I have decided to talk about a topic that I think is very significant for the language student. For more episodes and the full text, visit   

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I’d like to talk about how speaking a different language can change your personality. Later, a cool mini-story to practice your English speaking. So, did you know that speaking a different language can change your personality? Yes, you heard me well! Studies show that depending on the language you speak; your personality can be affected. Studies show that speaking two or more languages can lead to a split personality. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In this episode, I’ll talk about the Christmas holidays. And after that, you’ll practice your English speaking with an exciting mini-story about a man dressed in red. Finding the right gift for someone can be difficult, so what I usually do is search online for gift ideas. And buying online helps me avoid the holiday crowds. To really feel the Christmas spirit, I like preparing a pot with a delightful scent using orange, cinnamon, apple cider, and clove. I let everything boil throughout the day so that the fragrance spreads throughout the house. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I'm going to talk about towns, where no one lives anymore for one reason or another.  With a mini-story, we will meet John, a man who, tired of his lifestyle, makes a radical decision.  In every country in the world, there are villages where no one lives.  I find this phenomenon fascinating. There are several words you can use to describe such a town. They all mean the same thing: Abandoned Uninhabited Ghost Deserted  For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I'll be talking about one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States: . After that, you'll practice your speaking with a new mini-story, while enjoying my new Question & Answer story. Halloween is a holiday celebrated on the last day of October. I would say it's very popular because everybody's excited about it, especially children. The word Halloween comes from an old English expression, "All Hallows' Eve," and it means the day before All Saints' Day.   For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Have you ever wondered if you spend too many hours looking at your ? Or maybe the computer. There is an expression in English that I quite like, called being hooked. It means to be excessively attracted to something and almost unable to resist it. For example: - I’m hooked on doing sports. - But I've never seen you exercise. - I have a lot of willpower, and I’m able to resist it. For more episodes and the full text, visit   

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, you'll learn some more cooking vocabulary in English. And with a mini-story, you will improve your speaking. You'll see, it's like having a conversation with another person. Do you remember that I talked about my kitchen appliances in a previous episode and explained some techniques I use when cooking? I talked about using my blender to make a green smoothie, almond milk, soups, flours, batters, dough, nut butter, juices, and dips. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I will continue to talk about the  my students love.  Later, you will improve your grammar with a point of view lesson, so don’t miss out because it’s worth it! If you haven’t heard the first episode on this topic, I recommend you do so. So, my idea for today is to comment on some of those words. I think it will be fun. For more episodes and the full text, visit   

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I’ll talk about how we use conditionals in English. After that, we'll practice them with a Point Of View Story. I'm going to review the different conditionals in English. I don't recommend you to memorize them, but to understand them. You need plenty of contexts, and the best way to practice the conditionals is by using the Point of View story technique. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I’ll talk about passive vocabulary, and I’ll focus on the difference between  After that, we’ll simulate a conversation with the Question & Answer technique. The first and more obvious one is the active vocabulary. These are the words we use when we speak or write. On the other hand, there’s passive vocabulary. And these are all the words we understand when we read or listen. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I'm going to do something different. I'm going to comment on my students' favorite words in English. It will be interesting. Later, you will improve your fluency with a fun mini-story, so don't miss out because it's worth it! Well, some time ago, in the , I asked the following question: "What is your favorite word in English?" I was expecting a few comments, but in the end, there were more than a hundred. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In this episode, I’d like to include some food and cooking vocabulary. And with a mini-story, you will improve your English fluency. You’ll see, it’s like having a conversation with another person. You know, when I enter the kitchen, the first thought that I have is… Why am I here? Yeah. I’m hungry. That’s why. Now I remember.  Since I don’t buy ready-made food, I usually stare at the fridge for some minutes until it starts beeping. Then I close it and open it again to continue scanning. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I’m going to talk briefly about how to activate your English vocabulary. Next, I will comment on the appearance of mysterious islands. Sometimes, on a given day, certain people have seen some structures on the horizon that have caused an element of surprise. What could it be? Finally, we will practice fluency with a short mini-story of questions and answers—the best exercise to speak without translating mentally. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << I’d like to help you to understand how to use words like Gonna, Wanna, Gotta, and similar. Later, a point of view story to practice your English grammar, and consolidate the information that I’ll be teaching in the first part. Are you confused about how and when to use the words GONNA, WANNA, and GOTTA? We refer to these kinds of words as contractions. What’s a contraction? A contraction is created when two words in a row come together and become one. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! <<     I'm going to give you seven ideas you can use when you perform repeated listening. After that, I'm going to read a Point Of View story. It' an excellent technique for improving your grammar. As you may know, I always encourage students to listen daily. Listening is the best way to deeply learn the different sounds, words, and expressions you find in English. It's how we learn our mother tongue. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! <<     I'll be discussing some more about some of the most common phrasal verbs. After that, you'll be able to practice your grammar skills with an interesting Point-of-View lesson. Ok, let's continue with the phrasal verbs. A phrasal verb is just a verb and a particle. For example, "get in." If you haven't checked out the first episode about phrasal verbs, please do it. Remember, you only need to learn the most frequently used phrasal verbs. Also, instead of learning all the different meanings of each phrasal verb, simply learn one or two common meanings. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today I will talk about one of the wealthiest people in the world. His name is . Born in 1930 in Nebraska, Buffet is a fascinating character because of his inspiring story. As a child,  showed interest in stocks. He was writing stock prices on the board in his father’s office. His father was a stockbroker and future congressman. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In this episode, I’m going to talk about the relationship between reading, writing, speaking, and listening. After that, I’m going to tell you a Point of View Story. As a language student, the main activities to learn a new language are: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This is what we naturally do in our mother tongue. One key aspect to keep in mind is that we can categorize these activities as input and output.  For more episodes and the full text, visit     

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In today’s episode, I’ll give you some tips on how to spend your  , and you’ll speak English with a mini-story. So, let’s see what you could do during this : Connecting with nature A very healthy activity that you can do is to go to a natural spot and enjoy nature. The idea is to relax and forget about exams or deadlines. Of course, you can take the opportunity to do a little exercise by going for a walk. Ideally, you should find a place without too many people, especially children. I am sure that in your country there are many places where you can quietly enjoy nature. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Do you know the difference between the words “bring,” “carry,” “fetch,” and “take?” If the answer is no, this is going to be a very useful episode for you.  I’ll start by explaining the meaning of each of these terms with some examples. When do we use the word “BRING”?1) “Bring” means to conduct something/someone to come with, to, or toward the speaker. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Let's look at some bad strategies and attitudes that don't quite work in a conversation. I mean, like having awkward conversations. Next, you'll practice your fluency with a mini-story lesson—the best way to learn to speak English without translating mentally. It doesn't get any better when you have to speak in a language you are learning. You have even fewer resources to express yourself. For more episodes and the full text, visit   

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << We're going to continue to see some bad strategies that I don't recommend in conversations. Interrupt others. Interrupting someone always has its risks, especially in more formal settings or with people we don't know. I don't like being interrupted at all, especially since I can lose track of what I was saying. This means that sometimes I don't remember exactly what I was going to say. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I will share with you 9 of the most in English. And with the point of view story, you will learn grammar only by listening. In 2010, during a project to search for words in digitized books, researchers estimated a total of 1,000,000 words. First, you need to take into account that they have included different forms of the same word. Also, many words are archaic since they are not used in modern English. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I'm gonna keep talking about . Last week you learned some interesting facts about his life, so I will continue sharing some exciting facts about him. What else do we know about Shakespeare? Well, one thing is for sure. Shakespeare's life was anything but boring. Did you know that we're probably spelling Shakespeare's name wrong? We don't really know exactly how William Shakespeare wrote his name. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << Today, I’m going to talk about William Shakespeare and with a funny mini-story, you will practice your English speaking. So, who was William Shakespeare, and why is he famous? You know, I find it very hard to believe that you've never heard of William Shakespeare, but just in case I'll give you a brief introduction. Although most people believe that William Shakespeare is the most celebrated British writer of all time, only a few know that he was also an actor. For more episodes and the full text, visit 

>> Get my new course: The  Course 2024! Visit  and get the course! << In today's episode, I will talk about an issue that is of great concern to language students. It is the much-feared plateau.  What is a plateau? A plateau happens when you stop your progress despite continuing to do "all the right things."  An interesting expression for this situation is: to hit a plateau.  For example: "It seems I hit a plateau because I can't see any progress with my English, and I'm still studying really hard!" For more episodes and the full text, visit