Join me as I discuss the dreaded Intermediate plateau. I will describe this strange stage where it feels like you can’t make any progress, what causes it and also some ways that you can overcome it. This podcast is for you if you feel stuck in your English learning journey and you want to know […]
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Join me as I explain one often-overlooked aspect that can greatly help you on your journey to communication confidence. The transcript is below the video as well as an explanation of some of the vocabulary used. Watch here: Transcript: Do you struggle to speak confidently in English? Do you often feel very nervous or anxious while
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Discover why reading is important for even high-level English learners, how it can be incorporated into your daily English learning routine, and some practical tips for selecting the best type of reading material for you. Listen here: CLICK TO LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Podcast transcript: Hello! It’s Sarah here. Welcome to episode five of the Free
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Join me for this episode where we look at three English idioms connected to nature: a force of nature, the tip of the iceberg, and a thorn in one’s side. We’ll discuss the meaning and there are some speaking prompts to help you use them. Listen here: CLICK TO LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Podcast transcript: Hello! It’s
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When João found a penguin covered in oil and close to death on the beach, he nursed it back to health and released it back into the sea. To Joao’s surprise, that was just the start of their story! Join me as I tell their heart-warming tale and offer you a valuable English speaking practice
Join me for episode two as I look at the collocations and usage of two adjectives: gimmicky and frivolous. I’ll also give you two speaking prompts, my example answers, a very short vocabulary quiz and of course the transcript of the episode. Listen here: CLICK TO LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Podcast transcipt: Hello and welcome to
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Join me as I read an article about Goat and Laughter Yoga. Comprehension task, speaking prompt and transcript included! Listen here: CLICK TO LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Podcast transcript: Hello! It’s Sarah here. Welcome to episode one of the Free Your English Podcast where I help you improve your English speaking skills by discussing interesting and
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Haggis hunting? Ceilidh dancing? Learn about the Scottish celebration called Burns Night. As an English learner, you’ll want to join me to uncover the urban myths associated with haggis (traditionally eaten on Burns Night) so that if you visit Scotland you won’t get caught out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60XULzDYZN4 Transcript and Vocabulary: Here is the transcript to the
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“Ten Minutes’ Musing” This video is based on the short story Ten Minutes’ Musing by Alice Dunbar Nelson. It has four lessons which are all included in the one video. We’ll start with a brief introduction to the author and the historical context of her work, then move into vocabulary, a read-along, and a discussion
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Lesson One: Introduction Transcript: Pumpkins, pumpkins and more pumpkins…. … Introduction to Halloween What do you already know about Halloween? Can you explain the history of Halloween? Take a moment and write down your thoughts. As I mentioned, my house is full of pumpkins that I will soon carve with my pumpkin-crazy beautiful little boy.
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