Real English Radio
Real English Radio is a podcast for intermediate and advanced ESL learners that teaches real, natural English in an engaging way. Hosted by Tony Kaizen, the show covers a variety of topics to help listeners improve their listening and speaking skills. The podcast is produced independently and distributed via Acast.
Episodes
182. Learn English with REAL stories
Today’s story comes from a dude named Soza who had an impressive experience with a deceptive woman.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:43 Video clip2:29 Explanations38:12 Replay the videoLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dcmcb6jNMyY/?stkn
181. What The Gym Taught Me About Learning English
It may not seem like it, but there’s very little difference between going to the gym and learning a foreign language. In this episode, you’ll hear nine things these activities have in common, and how to apply them to your learning journey.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:5
180. How to Learn English Like A Native Speaker
I’ve seen tons of videos and courses that promise to teach you how to speak English just like a native speaker. They usually focus on slang, idioms, and pronunciation patterns that only natives use. The idea is, if you just say the same things that natives say, you’ll sound like one too — but here’s the problem: most learners are copying the results, not the process.Trying to sound like a native i
179. The Illusion of Escape
Once you’ve experienced the novelty and thrill of traveling to a foreign country, it’s easy to think that your life back home could never be truly fulfilling or meaningful due to its monotany and predictability. You may end up believing that the people who never travel or experience new things are suckers… just empty souls sitting around, waiting to die… but is that really the case?If you want to
178. The Most ANNOYING American Accent
The Valley Girl accent is a style of speaking associated with young women from California's San Fernando Valley (Northern suburbs of Los Angeles) in the 1970s and 1980s. It became famous through movies, TV shows, and pop culture, and many people now use "Valley Girl" to describe both an accent and a speaking style.As you know, it can be extremely useful to focus on one dialect/accent of a foreign
177. Talking about nothing 20
I made a song about this place called Nowhere… you should check it out.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioCheck out my boy Glynzell’s new album ‘Undefined’https://ampl.ink/UNDEFINEDTimestamps:0:00 No more intros5:00 Making music is fun9:27 Carry The Crown14:30 Life is about moments24:30 Hobbies27:
176. Talking about nothing 19
We may be going nowhere… but at least we can play football when we get there.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 addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:39 Shower thoughts3:33 Champions Leagu
175. Talking about nothing 18
I saved you a seat in the middle of nowhere. Come thru and get comfortable.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 addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Timestamps:0:00 Greetings1:07 Shoe shopping6:54 I need you
174. This Mistake Is Ruining Your Conversations
There’s one simple thing we’re all guilty of doing to people, and it’s ruining our conversations. It causes people to dislike us, lose respect for us, and ultimately avoid talking to us altogether. I’m back with another episode about conversation skills, my friends. Have a listen and see if you identify with this topic.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, subs
173. Talking About Nothing 17
There’s this cool place called Nowhere, and I think we should go there.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 addiction so I can stay sane enough to record another episode for you… much love.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:58 Motorcycle riders course8:41 Lessons
172. Conversation Skills with Matheus Cortêz
My good friend Matheus has returned to the podcast yet again, y'all. Today's episode comes from a chat we had about the reason it's so easy for us to make conversation with each other. Unfortunately, we had some technical difficulties and lost the second half of this chat, but there's still some good food for thought in this clip!If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advert
171. Don't Rush The Harvest
Life happens in seasons, and it’s vital that you know what season you’re in.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 Intro1:09 Explaining the metapho
170. Crazy Reddit Stories 6
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 addi
169. “I Thought You Were A White Man”
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 interru
168. Thoughts on Traveling Alone
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
167. Talking About Nothing 16
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
166. Stay In The Pocket
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
165. Who Can I Trust?
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
164. The Cost of Corrections
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 Correction
163. How Do I Become More Disciplined?
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 👉 http
162. Talking About Nothing 15
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 S
161. Americans Are Drowning In Debt
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 effe
160. How to Handle 'Awkward Silence'
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 s
159. How to Make (Better) Small Talk
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 effe
158. How Do I Get Better At Talking to People?
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/realenglishradioTimestamp
157. Am I Weird for Doing Things Alone?
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 re
156. Talking About Nothing 14
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 unannounce
155. Sorry for My English
I don’t notice it—until you mention it, bro.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 Stop apologizing1:06 It’s fear, not humility1:41 You’re calling attention to something insignificant4:14
154. Be Prolific
Amazing things can happen when you show up consistently.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 Intro2:00 Greetings4:09 Explaining the clip22:44 Key takeaways29:35 How is this relevant to y
153. DO NOT Talk to Me
We all know that people are socializing less than ever before, but is it really just that damn smartphone that’s driving us apart? Or could it be something deeper? What if it’s a number of things? And more importantly, what if there was a way to change it? — We’re talking about all of that and more in this episode.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a tra
152. I Want to Stay Single Forever
The idea of a life of freedom and independence has become increasingly popular in recent years… and for good reason. Less drama, less compromise, fewer sacrifices, no heartbreak… there are (and have always been) tons of reasons not to get involved in a committed relationship. But is it possible that avoiding this commitment could actually be the worst thing for your life in the long run? Perhaps c
151. I'm In Love with My Best Friend
Can you really be "just friends" with someone you're romantically attracted to?Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:40 I’m in love with my best friend1:39 Explaining the clip16:43 Summary18:06 Defining romance19:08 Defining friendship20:18 Defining polyamory23:25 Is she just avoiding responsibility?27:56 Should we blur the lines?29:42 Effects on friendship33:55 How would you feel?36:10 Effects on partnership39:
150. Talking about Nothing 13
Hey friend, I’ve bought you a one-way ticket to nowhere. Enjoy the ride :)Timestamps:0:00 Real English Radio15:00 Japanese people aren’t making enough babies24:16 Why aren’t people having children?34:29 Is starting a family worth it?38:27 Keep your head up!57:33 Self-destruction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
149. Fuck
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “fuck”.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:15 Fuck (as a verb)4:54 Fuck (as a noun)8:26 Fuck! (exclamation)18:30 Fuck you!24:26 Fuck this!29:45 Fuck (someone) up34:12 Fuck (something) up37:28 Fuck with (someone)42:35 To be fucked50:36 Fucking (intensifier)57:24 Fuck off1:01:07 Fuck ar
148. Bitch
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “bitch”.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:16 Literal meaning2:19 Insulting a woman5:36 Bitchy6:53 Insulting a man13:05 As an exclamation24:48 Complaining or whining32:08 Submission or humiliation36:49 A difficult task/situation41:23 Son of a bitch44:02 Bad bitch48:24 Basic bitch50:3
147. Hell
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “hell”.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:49 Literal meaning6:36 [Question word] + the hell19:55 [Adjective] + as hell24:29 No way/chance in hell26:06 Go to hell28:43 Going through hell32:31 To hell with [something/someone]35:06 Get the hell out38:31 All hell broke loose43:56 A hell
146. Damn
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “damn”.-Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:42 Literal meaning3:32 Admiration, surprise, or shock9:09 Frustration or anger13:14 The difference in tone15:04 Hot damn16:01 Damn + noun22:25 Damn + adjective24:47 Damn + noun (pt.2)27:25 I don’t give a damn31:49 Damn right/straight38:45 Da
145. Ass
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “ass”.-Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:08 Historical meaning1:37 Current meaning3:23 Common related verbs8:06 Ass vs Asshole11:42 More asses22:18 Ass intensifier26:34 Personal ass35:17 Idiomatic ass35:53 Kick someone’s ass39:37 Ass-whooping40:31 Kick ass41:18 Haul ass43:54 Bust yo
144. Shit
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “shit”.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:20 Shit as a noun4:24 Shit as a verb7:11 Figurative shit12:11 WARNING13:48 Exclamations22:08 Poor quality27:07 Possessions or things34:01 Holy shit36:40 The shit38:29 No shit42:41 Bullshit46:29 Deep shit51:30 Tough shit55:34 Jack shit57:57 Ho
143. Am I The Asshole? 2
Back with another interesting story from the subreddit “Am I The Asshole?”This one involves a single mother who’s struggling to get by, and a “friend” who desperately needs her help. The problem is that this so-called “friend” isn’t even trying to help herself. This leads to a bit of unnecessary conflict in their relationship and leaves the mother wondering, “Am I the asshole?”-Timestamps:0:00 Int
142. The Psychology of Sex Addiction - Patrick Eilers
Patrick Eilers is a Master's level Clinician who's also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. He has been working in the field of psychology since 2016 and as a specialist in the field of sexual addiction.Learn more about Patrick:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-eilers-ma-lpc-csat-acs-310036b9/Timestamps:0:08 How do I know if I’m addicted to porn?3:10 Why has the internet
141. Abuse, PTSD & MDMA Therapy - Jill Sitnick
Jill Sitnick is a PTSD survivor who demystifies Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy by sharing her experience and strategies that led to healing decades old childhood trauma. Her book Rescuing Jill: How MDMA with a Dash of Mushrooms Healed My Childhood Trauma-Induced PTSD is now available on Amazon.Learn more about Jill:- https://thejourneysage.com/- https://www.youtube.com/@TheJourneySage- https:/
140. Am I The Only One…?
Sometimes my interactions with people have me feeling like I was transported here from another planet. Even though we speak the same language and come from the same country, it feels impossible to connect. Am I the only one who feels this way?Check out Zoe’s TikTok here 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLvmEuQK/Timestamps:0:00 Am I the only one…?0:56 A quick summary of the video4:30 Replaying the
139. Talking about Nothing 12
I’m coming to you from the DFW, baby! Let’s take a walk through the desert.Timestamps:0:00 Dallas, Texas!2:47 My first pedicure12:21 I’m hittin’ the gym, baby!20:50 Raising children27:41 The fear of aging35:29 Gun culture55:39 Dark thoughts1:05:10 Peeves, recs, and shoutsIf you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Hosted on Acast.
138. Modern American Slang (Part 2)
When it comes to foreign languages, one of the things that people want to learn more than anything else is slang. So in this episode, you’re gonna learn some more words and phrases that’ll help you sound cooler in your next conversation.Timestamps:0:00 Modern American Slang1:28 Greetings from Tony Kaizen2:27 Rizz6:45 Facts9:43 Pressed12:22 Simp16:02 Touch grass19:17 Say less22:40 Mid26:03 Throwing
137. Advice for Future Software Engineers - José Daniel Canales
José Daniel Canales is a Software Engineer based in San José, Costa Rica.Timestamps: 0:00 The Prison of the Future18:24 AI is cool, but misunderstood21:05 Using AI to redistribute wealth26:06 Things to consider before becoming a Software Engineer32:45 The importance of having a mentor35:39 How to choose a programming language42:27 Concerns about AI’s effect on the tech job market49:26 The importan
136. Your Happiness Is Not Important
In today’s episode, we’re gonna talk about a nonconventional way of finding happiness in life.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:04 Explanations of the clip14:25 Replay the clip15:30 Things to consider-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me anytime 👉&nb
135. Random English Words 3
Using random words as inspiration for talking material.Timestamps:0:00 Singer14:34 Variety28:29 Solution42:48 Weave41:23 SharkIf you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me anytime 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr
134. The 7-second Rule
If you have to lead interactions such as meetings, classes, or even just simple conversations, then this episode is for you. You’re going to learn about a simple trick to get more engagement and better responses from the people you’re speaking with.Timestamps:0:00 Audio clip1:37 Explanations22:34 Things to consider-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://p
133. The Best of Talking about Nothing (1-10)
Looking back on some of the best moments from the first 10 episodes of the Talking about Nothing series!-For the new listeners of the podcast, all the episodes titled “Talking about Nothing” are simply recordings of me talking about whatever comes to mind at the moment. The idea is that you’ll get a chance to hear what a native speaker sounds like when he’s speaking naturally without any preparati
132. Crazy Reddit Stories 4
I know you guys love these crazy stories just as much as I do. And in this episode, you’ll be listening to stories about the insane things (and people) that employers have to deal with.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:54 Story #14:38 Explanations of Story #118:27 Story #220:50 Explanations of Story #237:28 Story #341:05 Explanations of Story #356:32 Final thoughts-If you love this podcast and want to show s
131. Speak English with Tiffani
Tiffani Claiborne is an English teacher, content creator, entrepreneur, and artist. She's driven by a mission to assist and empower individuals through education, ministry, and artistic expression.Links to Tiffani's work:YouTube: @SpeakEnglishWithTiffaniInstagram: @speakenglishwithtiffani/TikTok: @englishwithtiffanyFacebook: @TeacherTiffaniPodcast: Speak English with Tiffani PodcastWebsite: https:
130. Emotional Birds
John Gottman’s theory on Emotional Bids highlights an often overlooked aspect of communication; the way we respond to those who need something from us. There are 3 typical responses in situations like these: turning towards, turning away, and turning against. And you might be surprised how often you engage in each of these behaviors, as well as the effect it’s having on your relationships.-If you
129. The Vocabulary Paradox
Having a big vocabulary is sort of like knowing how to fight… You don't actually want to use it.-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me anytime 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
128. What Do You Do For A Living?
“What do you do (for a living)?” — It’s one of the most common questions you’ll get asked as an adult at social gatherings. Doesn’t matter if it’s a bar, a café, a networking event, or a family reunion. Work tends to be what occupies the majority of people’s time, so naturally, this is what people will ask about when meeting each other for the first time. But as I get older, I tend to appreciate t
127. The Forgotten Luxury
Modern life often causes us to overlook that which is most natural and beneficial to us. In the pursuit of everything we think we want, we end up sacrificing what we truly need.-Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:34 We are not designed for this1:22 Our most pervasive addiction3:42 The forgotten luxury of life7:06 My goal with this episode7:31 Family13:16 Dating23:43 Friendships28:18 Community32:01 Life satisf
126. Is It Worth It?
We all know that raising children requires sacrifice… but is the sacrifice really worth it?-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me anytime 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
125. Demystifying Hypnotherapy - Luke Chao
Luke Chao is a Consulting Hypnotist and the founder of The Morpheus Clinic for Hypnosis in Toronto, ON, Canada.Learn more about Luke and his work:Website: https://www.morpheusclinic.com/luke-chao/YouTube: @MorpheusHypnosis TikTok: @morpheushypnosisInstagram: @morpheusclinicTwitter: @morpheusclinic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
124. Crazy Reddit Stories 3
Nothing but stories about some of the worst boyfriends/girlfriends in the history of humanity. There’s so much to learn in this episode!Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:08 Story #117:38 Story #229:06 Story #342:20 Story #453:53 OutroIf you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
123. Adjust Yourself First
Our self-centered nature often leads us to find problems with everyone and everything in our environment. When dealing with these problems, we usually try to make external changes as opposed to internal ones. In this episode, we’ll explore the pros and cons of this approach, as well as a healthier alternative that’ll lead to less conflicts and more internal peace.Link to the video used in this epi
122. The Latino Mindset
We’re diving into the toxic mindset that stops so many of my Latino friends from learning to speak English proficiently. I’m going to talk about cultural stigmas, mental rigidity, self-esteem, and how all of these things have a major influence on your ability to learn and grow as an English speaker (and a human being). If you can make the corrections that I suggest in this episode, you’ll be putti
121. Random English Words 2
Using random words as inspiration for talking material.- Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:41 Battle10:14 Tree19:36 Sink27:24 Business38:13 Referee-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me anytime 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on Acast. See a
120. I’m So Tired of Learning English
Learning to speak English proficiently comes with a lot of responsibilities, and it can very easy get overwhelming. And in order to overcome this feeling, there’s one simple thing you need to accept.Timestamps:0:00 I just wanna make music1:58 Greetings from Tony4:23 Complaints of a lazy podcaster12:16 I'm so tired of learning EnglishIf you love this podcast and want to show some support, click her
119. Crazy Reddit Stories 2
Hilarious stories about some of the world's craziest neighbors.-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me any time 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
118. Luke's English Podcast
Luke Thompson is an ESL Teacher, Podcaster, and Stand Up Comedian.Check out Luke's work:Podcast: https://teacherluke.co.uk/YouTube: @LukesEnglishPodcastTwitter: @EnglishPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
117. Matheus Is Back!
My brother from another mother has returned to the pod! In this episode, we talk about Brazilian and American culture, experiences traveling abroad, and language learning.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:22 Brazilian patriotism8:44 Americans are so cold24:52 American pizza vs Brazilian pizza30:44 Brazilian rodízio37:28 American breakfast47:35 Traveling and trying new foods59:27 McDonalds vs In-N-Out Burger1
116. Ask vs Guess Culture
One of the many benefits of learning foreign languages is becoming more familiar with various communication styles and cultural behaviors. It forces us to challenge our preconceived notions and be more open-minded to different ways of saying and doing things.In today’s episode, I’m gonna share a concept with you that will force you to sit back and just appreciate how much our culture influences so
115. We All Need Support
There’s an inescapable fact that applies to us all, no matter what we’re trying to achieve in life. Many people think that acknowledging this fact makes you look weak or incapable, but it’s quite the contrary.If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oCont
114. Am I The Asshole?
Her husband is leaving the family home to her stepdaughter and she’s not happy about it. Who’s the asshole here?-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me any time 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri
113. Young Men Are Desperate - Fr. Michael Butler
Fr. Michael Butler is a priest, men's coach, and amateur bodybuilder who aims to help men be the best they can be by recovering authentic manhood through Orthodox Christianity.Follow Fr. Butler on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avg2alphaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/avg2alpha/Stream 'As Iron Sharpens Iron Podcast'Ancient Faith Ministries: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/
112. Talking about Nothing 11
Walking through the woods without a map or destination.-Timestamps:0:00 Podcast updates11:25 Politics23:23 Must everything be monetized?42:27 Armchair quarterbacks48:12 The internet’s effect on “identity”56:35 Honest conversations1:06:30 Final thoughts-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English
111. Random English Words
Using random words as inspiration for talking material.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:43 Motorist14:13 Tournament26:13 Initiative35:37 Float51:59 Volunteer-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, click here 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me anytime 👉 https://www.tonykaizen.com/ Hosted on A
110. Yes, I’m Judging You
A young man moves into a nice neighborhood and he’s immediately being judged by his new neighbors. Get ready to be exposed to the British dialect with an entertaining discussion between this young man and an old lady who insists on maintaining the integrity of the neighborhood.-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio
109. Talking About Nothing 10
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108. 5 Good Minutes
In this episode, we’re talking about the profound impact of habits on the course of one's life. The results we experience in various aspects of life, such as finance and fitness, are often delayed reflections of our habits. But the thought of forming new and healthier habits is often very daunting because we typically imagine the herculean effort we're going to have to make in order to form those
107. Americans Should Pay More
If you’ve ever traveled to a foreign country, then you may have experienced the manipulative pricing schemes that many people use to take advantage of customers who aren’t familiar with the way things work in that country. In many places, it’s common practice to charge tourists up to 10 times the price that a local would pay for the same products or services, especially if the tourists come from N
106. Over-functioning Parents
Being a parent is one of the many things in life that doesn’t come with an instruction manual. So naturally anyone who decides to become a parent is bound to make mistakes with the kids at some point. I don't have kids, but I have to imagine that as a parent, you're making mistakes all the time. — I mean, as a human, we're making mistakes all the time so I'm sure there's no difference.One of the m
105. Speak Like A Pro: Practical Tips for ESL Learners
Have you ever wondered why some people are able to effortlessly captivate your attention while others can’t keep you listening for longer than 30 seconds? Well, this episode will teach you 5 simple yet powerful techniques that will help you stand out and command people’s attention when you speak.You'll learn:The "silent killer" words sabotaging your speech (hint: you're probably using them right n
104. Haters Don’t Hate on Losers
One thing they don't tell you about the road to success is that it's full of unforeseen obstacles, and sometimes those obstacles come in the form of people who simply don't want to see you win. However, what's even more surprising is the reason that some people don't want to see you win. Let’s talk about it.-If you love this podcast and want to show some support, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https
103. 3 Tips for Talking to Strangers
You’ve heard me say many times before that the only way you can improve your ability to speak English is by actually speaking with real people. And every time you hear me say this, you might think to yourself, “Yeah, that’s great.. but I don’t know how to talk to people. So why don’t you teach me about that?” — So in this episode, you’ll get 3 practical tips for starting and maintaining a conversa
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