English with Navid
A podcast that helps listeners learn English expressions in context. Each episode focuses on practical phrases and idioms used in everyday conversations. The host, Navid, explains the meaning and usage of expressions with clear examples. Ideal for intermediate English learners looking to improve their fluency.
Episodes
A Weird First Date!
A first date, a glowing tea, a floating spoon, a tiny waiter… and a mysterious countdown. What could possibly go wrong? Learn natural English expressions through a funny, magical date story.
Job Interview That Turned into a Personality Test
Job interviews are stressful enough… now imagine adding a cat, a strange marketing challenge, and the question: “If you were an office supply, what would you be?” 😂In this episode, you’ll learn natural expressions like bring your A-game, think on your feet, wing it, and throw someone under the bus... all through a fun story.🎧 Listen and tell me: what’s the weirdest interview question you’ve ever h
A Business Meeting That Went Off the Rails 😅💼
A business meeting, a mystery member, a budget fight… and a cat that takes over the call. 😅Learn natural B2–C1 business English through one very weird meeting.
The Flight I Almost Missed: an Airport Story
In this episode of English with Navid, I tell an airport story about running late, overweight luggage, security problems, a delayed flight, turbulence, and the fear of losing a suitcase.While you listen, you’ll also learn useful upper-intermediate expressions such as cutting it fine, go overboard, out of the woods, and fear the worst...all naturally through the story.
The World is Your Oyster!
🌍 The future is full of possibilities...All you have to do is take the first step.Learn the expression "The World Is Your Oyster" in today's podcast! ✨🎙️
Spill the Tea!
🤫 I have heard you've got some juicy gossip…Don’t keep us waiting! Spill the tea! ☕😄Tune in to learn one of the most popular informal English expressions used by native speakers. 🎙️
Strike While the Iron is Hot!
🔥 Great opportunities don’t stay around forever!Learn the expression “Strike While the Iron is Hot” and discover why timing can make all the difference! 🎙️✨
Fortune Favors the Bold!
🎙️ New job? New business? New adventure?Sometimes you’ve just got to go for it. 😎💪Learn the expression “Fortune Favors the Bold” in today’s podcast! 🚀
Like Water Off a Duck's Back
Someone criticizes you…💬🥺Do you overthink it? Or simply move on? ☺️🦆 Learn the expression “Like Water Off a Duck’s Back” in today’s podcast and sound more natural in English.
Hold Your Horses!
⏳ “Is it ready yet? What about now?” 😄If someone can’t wait, there’s a perfect English expression for that.Learn “Hold Your Horses” in today’s podcast! 🐴🎙️
a Dog in the Manger
😜 We all know that person… They’re not using something, they don’t event need it... but they STILL WON'T LET ANYONE ELSE HAVE IT!In this episode, learn the expression “a Dog in the Manger” and how to use it in real life. 🎙️🐶
A Leopard Can’t Change Its Spots
We all know that one person who says, “This time I’ve really changed” … and then does exactly the same thing again 😄In this episode, learn the expression “a Leopard Can’t Change Its Spots” ... a fun way to talk about people whose habits never seem to change. 🎙️✨
Go the Extra Mile
💪 Doing a little more can make a big difference.Learn the expression “Go the Extra Mile” and discover a natural way to talk about extra effort in English. 🎙️✨
Living a Charmed Life
🍀 Good luck follows them everywhere?Then they might be Living a Charmed Life!Tune in to learn this fun English expression and how native speakers use it in everyday conversations. 🎙️✨
Baptism of Fire
Today’s expression: A Baptism of Fire 🔥What happens when your very first experience turns out to be your biggest challenge?🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn the meaning of a baptism of fire and how native speakers use it to talk about difficult beginnings that make us stronger and more confident. 💪
Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining
Bad day? Tough situation? Don’t lose hope. 🌦️✨In this episode, learn the expression “Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining” and how native speakers use it to talk about finding something positive in a difficult situation. 🎙️✨
That’s Music to My Ears!
🎶 Heard some good news lately?Then this expression is for you: “That’s music to my ears!”In this episode, learn how native speakers use this fun expression when they hear something they’re really happy to hear. 🎙️✨
Stars in Your Eyes!
✨ Big dreams, high hopes, and excitement for the future…🤩In this episode, learn the expression “Stars in Your Eyes” and how native speakers use it to talk about people who are full of ambition and optimism. 🎙️
Go in One Ear and Out the Other!
Ever forgotten something just seconds after hearing it? 😄In this episode, learn the expression “go in one ear and out the other” and discover how native speakers use it when information just doesn’t stick!A fun and useful phrase for everyday English. 🎙️✨
No Strings Attached!
🎁 Free help. No favors owed. No hidden catch...No Strings Attached!Learn the expression “no strings attached” and discover how native speakers talk about giving something freely, without expecting anything in return. 🎙️✨
Set the Wheels in Motion
🚲 Big things don’t happen by magic. They start with one small step!In this episode, learn the expression “set the wheels in motion” and discover how native speakers talk about turning plans into action. 🎙️✨
Heart of Gold
💛 Some people may not always look friendly, but deep down they’re incredibly kind.In this episode, learn the expression “a heart of gold” and discover how native speakers describe truly caring people. 🎙️✨
The Elephant in the Room
🐘 There’s a huge problem everyone can see… but nobody wants to talk about it.In this episode, learn the expression “the elephant in the room” and discover how native speakers use it when avoiding awkward or uncomfortable topics.A big expression for big situations! 🎙️😄
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