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Confident English for Immigrants & International Professionals
You already have the skills, education, and experience.
Now you need the English confidence to match.
If you've ever struggled to speak up in meetings, explain your ideas clearly, network with confidence, or communicate naturally with native speakers, this podcast is for you.
The Real English Conversations Podcast helps immigrants and international professionals build the communication skills they need to succeed in English-speaking countries.
Hosted by Curtis Davies, ESL teacher, confidence trainer, pronunciation specialist, and founder of Real English Conversations, each episode delivers practical strategies you can apply immediately at work and in everyday life.
Inside the podcast, you'll learn how to:
โ Speak confidently in meetings and professional conversations
โ Communicate clearly with colleagues, managers, and clients
โ Improve your pronunciation and understand native speakers more easily
โ Handle interviews, presentations, and workplace challenges with confidence
โ Build stronger professional relationships
โ Sound natural, professional, and credible in English
Whether you're an engineer, IT professional, healthcare worker, entrepreneur, manager, or skilled immigrant building a new life abroad, you'll gain the communication skills that help create opportunities.
๐ More than 14 million downloads and listeners in 120+ countries worldwide.
If you're ready to stop translating in your head, stop second-guessing yourself, and start communicating with confidence, subscribe now.
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๐๏ธThe Breath Connection for English Communication with Sam Murray | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 3 dรฉcembre 2025 โข Durรฉe 38:36
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Sam Murray, founder of The Breath Connection, a formerย British Royal Marine Commando, and an expert in breath retraining, nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, and stress resilience.
After years of struggling with alcohol & drug addiction, chronic fatigue, anxiety, panic symptoms, poor sleep, and energy crashes, Sam discovered that dysfunctional breathing was at the core of his entire health cycle. By retraining his breath, he transformed his body, his mind, and his life โ and now he teaches others to do the same.
Sam has worked with law enforcement teams, firefighters, military personnel, NHS staff, high-performance athletes, and people in high-pressure roles who need to stay calm, focused, and emotionally steady under stress. His program, Back to Balance, helps people reset their breathing, quiet their mind, and regain control over their nervous system.
This conversation will fundamentally change how you think about stress, confidence, and your breathing.
โจ In this episode, you'll learn: ๐ซ The hidden signs of dysfunctional breathing ๐ฅ Why anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout often start with the breath ๐ง How to reset your nervous system through breath retraining ๐ค How breathing impacts confidence, communication, and speaking under pressure ๐ The link between breath and sleep, focus, performance, and emotional control ๐ฌ๏ธ Techniques you can use instantly before meetings, presentations, and interviews ๐ช How breathwork supports trauma recovery and long-term resilience
This episode is ideal for international professionals, leaders, speakers, or anyone seeking to manage stress, enhance communication, or boost confidence in high-pressure situations.
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๐๏ธCanadian English Radio, Rock Music & 35 Years In Broadcasting with Darren "Danger" Grieve | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 26 novembre 2025 โข Durรฉe 45:05
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies sits down with Darren "Danger" Grieve, a 35-year, multi-award-winning broadcasting professional and one of Vancouver's most recognizable radio personalities.
Darren built a long and successful career across some of Canada's biggest stations โ Sonic Radio 104.9 FM, 96.9 Jack FM, City News 1130, 99.3 The Fox & XFM among othersโ He became a name known for his voice, Music knoweldge, his on-air presence, and his unforgettable interviews with some of the biggest names in Rock music and entertainment.
Winner of Best Evening DJ in Vancouver for seven consecutive years, Darren has voiced countless commercials, promos, and PSA's across Canada. Now, after three decades behind the mic, he's stepping into a new chapter: voiceover, voice acting, and commercial on-camera work, bringing a lifetime of communication experience into a fresh creative path.
โจ In this episode, you'll learn: ๐ค How to build a long, successful communication career ๐ง What really happens behind the scenes in radio and broadcasting ๐ฅ How to stay confident during high-pressure, public-facing work ๐ฌ How to master your voice, presence, and storytelling ๐ What it takes to reinvent yourself after decades in one career ๐ง Darren's biggest lessons from 35 years behind the mic
This is a powerful, honest conversation about communication, resilience, creativity, and staying true to yourself while the world โ and your career โ evolves.
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๐๏ธBusiness English For Boardroom Meetings with Sam Malone | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals | Speak Clearly & Confidently at Work
mercredi 24 septembre 2025 โข Durรฉe 36:06
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Sam Malone, Theย lead spoken voice lecturer in Musical Theatre at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and teacher at RADA.
Sam has trained performers who've gone on to lead roles in West End hits like Hadestown, Mean Girls, Les Misรฉrables, Phantom of the Opera, and more. But his expertise isn't limited to the stage. Sam also works with executives and global organizations such as Wagamama, Accenture, and Skadden, helping leaders communicate with clarity, impact, and presence.
By combining spoken voice training, executive presence, and nervous system-informed practice, Sam equips professionals to speak with confidence and authenticity in even the toughest rooms.
โจ In this episode, Sam shares:
๐ญ Lessons from his training that business leaders can apply immediately ๐ง The role of the nervous system in confident, under-pressure communication ๐ผ Common mistakes executives make when presenting to teams and clients ๐ Advice for global professionals speaking English as a second language ๐๏ธ Why authenticity and authority can (and should) go hand in hand
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๐๏ธMastering Mindset with Kam Knight | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 17 septembre 2025 โข Durรฉe 40:35
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Kam Knight,ย ย coach, international speaker, and bestselling author of more than a dozen books on mental, emotional, and physical performance.
Kam is known for offering fresh, out-of-the-box perspectives that move beyond traditional ideas. His books have become the gold standard in their fields, helping over 500,000 people worldwide. Beyond writing and coaching, Kam is also a passionate traveler who has visited more than 100 countries, collecting insights that shape his unique approach to human potential.
โจ In this episode, Kam shares:
๐ง What first inspired his exploration of mental, emotional, and physical performance ๐ Why his books have become essential guides for readers worldwide ๐ก The power of fresh perspectives to disrupt limiting beliefs ๐ How traveling to 100+ countries shaped his coaching and worldview ๐ฅ Practical tools professionals can use today to manage confidence, stress, and self-doubt ๐๏ธ The discipline and motivation behind writing a dozen bestselling books
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๐๏ธPolitics, Law & Leadership with Linda "Love" Lemos | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 10 septembre 2025 โข Durรฉe 25:12
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Linda "Love" Lemos, M.P.S., a dynamic professional with expertise spanning political management, legal studies, and business consulting.
Linda is a Certified Speaker, Book Author, Senior Consultant, Producer, and Podcaster, passionate about empowering individuals and organizations with innovative solutions. With dual Master of Professional Studies degrees in Political Management and Paralegal Studies, she brings deep expertise in political strategy, legal analysis, and business leadership.
Her career includes advising clients on complex political and legal landscapes, producing media to amplify important conversations, and speaking internationally to inspire audiences with her vision and knowledge.
In this episode, Linda shares:
๐ The crossover between politics, business, and law, and why communication is key in all three ๐๏ธ How producing media and podcasts amplifies important conversations ๐ผ Lessons from working as a Senior Consultant and navigating high-stakes environments ๐ Why speaking and writing are powerful ways to inspire and influence ๐ Her mission is to empower professionals and organizations with innovative, impactful solutions.
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๐๏ธOvercome Beliefs with Kyle Morse | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 3 septembre 2025 โข Durรฉe 38:11
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Kyle Morse, Master NLP Practitioner, Master Success Coach, and Founder of Overcome Beliefs. Kyle helps people rewire their identity, disrupt limiting patterns, and step into their most confident, aligned selves.
After more than a decade in public service and another in the corporate world, Kyle realized that outward "success" no longer reflected who he truly was. He walked away and rebuilt his life around purpose, transformation, and the science of the unconscious mind.
Today, he guides clients across the globe through breakthroughs that unlock confidence, discipline, emotional mastery, and true leadership.
โจ In this episode, Kyle shares:
๐ง What it means to "rewire your identity" and why it's key to transformation ๐ฅ How men can step into healed masculine energy for leadership and healthy relationships ๐ก Insights into how subconscious beliefs drive self-sabotage ๐ Lessons from leaving two careers to align with true purpose ๐ His tools and programs for creating real, lasting change
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๐๏ธThe Global Empowerment Institute with Alvin Day | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 27 aoรปt 2025 โข Durรฉe 33:59
In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Alvin Day, Executive Director of the Global Empowerment Institute, international leadership coach, and author of If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I, Persuasion Power, and more.
For more than 25 years, Alvin has empowered executives and professionals at multinational companies like Colgate, Pepsi, Nestlรฉ, Campbell's, Valvoline, and the Central Bank of Jamaica, helping leaders grow influence, confidence, and resilience in today's fast-changing world.
๐ From his roots in Jamaica to coaching executives across the globe, Alvin's story is one of resilience, transformation, and practical wisdom.
In this episode, Alvin shares:
The inspiring message behind If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I ๐๐ฆ
A principle of persuasion every professional can use today to influence effectively
Leadership lessons that remain universal across cultures
How "ordinary" people can lead from wherever they are
Strategies for building confidence when self-doubt takes over
Why empowering employees leads to stronger organizations
His vision for developing the next generation of leaders
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๐๏ธFlight Attendant to Nursing Student with My Niece Hillary Davies | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global professionals
mercredi 13 aoรปt 2025 โข Durรฉe 26:59
In this very special episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, I'm joined by my niece, Hillary Davies, a full-time flight attendant, third-year nursing student, and passionate traveler who speaks English, French, and Italian.
Born in Kamloops, BC, and currently splitting her time between Victoria, BC, and Montreal, QC, Hillary has lived a life full of adventure. She's been to 20 countries, worked in both Italy and Australia, and learned Italian to a business level mostly through listening and immersion. She's also adapted her French from "France French" to the unique Quebecois dialect she uses every day at work.
In our conversation, Hillary shares: โ๏ธ Memorable stories from traveling to 20 countries and working abroad ๐ซ The unexpected joys and challenges of life as a flight attendant ๐ฃ How learning French and Italian changed the way she connects with people ๐ฎ๐น Tips for learning a new language through immersion and listening ๐ Funny and confusing moments navigating Quebecois French ๐ก Real-life examples where language skills made a big difference ๐ Why she's making the shift from aviation to a career in nursing ๐ Advice for building fluency and confidence without living abroad ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง How her parents โ especially her dad, Kevin (a past guest) โ influenced her journey
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๐๏ธThe Million Dollar Mindset with Nathan Lancry| Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 6 aoรปt 2025 โข Durรฉe 30:13
In this episode, Curtis Davies sits down with Nathan Lancry, Aย dynamic entrepreneur, thought leader, and author of The Mercury Mind, The Book of Matches, and Foresight is 20/20.
Nathan's journey is anything but ordinary. From leaving high school early and working manual labor jobs at just nine years old, to becoming the CEO of the Jay Auto Group in Cleveland and Akron, Ohio, he's built a life and career rooted in resilience, creativity, and a fearless approach to leadership.
In this conversation, Nathan shares:
How humble beginnings shaped his unique leadership style
The mindset shifts that turn challenges into opportunities
Why uncovering the real truth in any situation can transform relationships and business decisions
Practical steps to build independence, both personal and financial
The importance of self-understanding and purpose in achieving long-term success
Whether you're a business professional, entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration to push past your own limitations, Nathan's insights will challenge the way you think and give you tools to move forward with confidence.
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๐๏ธThe Best Possible Outcome with Coach Michael Mabry | Real English Conversations Podcast for Global Professionals
mercredi 16 juillet 2025 โข Durรฉe 23:17
"The best relationship you have is with yourself." In this bold and transformative episode, mindset coach Michael Mabry shares how he helps athletes and now professionals developย unshakable confidence, resilience, and leadership.
As co-founder of One Play Development, Michael has trained over 4,000 student-athletes to become mentally strong, emotionally grounded, and ready to perform. In this episode, he breaks down how to find your "Best Possible Outcome", form lasting "Brain Tattoos", and unlock your full potential โ both in English and in life.
This conversation goes way beyond sports. It's about building the mindset and communication skills you need to show up powerfully at work, lead with clarity, and speak English with calm, clear confidence.
๐ง In This Episode, You'll Learn:
โ The mental blocks that hold people back (in English and in life) โ The difference between coaching and true mentorship โ How to build confidence โ even when you're struggling or doubting yourself โ Techniques to perform under pressure in meetings, interviews, or presentations โ The surprising connection between elite sports training and language learning โ One powerful mindset shift if you're feeling stuck right now
๐ฏ Perfect for:
International professionals working on English fluency
High-performers, coaches, mentors, and leaders
Anyone chasing a goal, facing pressure, or working to show up as their best self,ย in any language
Whether you're preparing for a big presentation, improving your workplace communication, or learning to trust your voice in English, this episode will give you the tools to stay grounded, focused, and ready to lead.
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