American English Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Southern cuisine is more than just food—it's a reflection of history, traditions, and the diverse cultural influences. From Native Americans bringing corn to the table, to the fisherman of the Carolinas and Georgia introducing shrimp to grits, there's a story behind all of the classic must-try Southern dishes. Learn vocabulary, hear stories, and learn what you should order for breakfast, lunch and dinner when you're here! :) Learn more with each episode! Sign up for Premium Content! Premium Content:  Season 4 (Episodes 150 - 200) = Each episode includes a quiz, the PDF transcript (the text of the audio) with definitions of challenging words and the mp3 file. All Premium Content for Seasons 1, 2 and 3 (Episodes 001 - 150) - and get Season 4 at a discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/AMERICANENGLISH and get on your way to being your best self. Welcome to today’s episode of the American English Podcast, where we dive into the life of one of aviation's most iconic figures—Amelia Earhart. You may know her for her groundbreaking flights, but beyond her celebrated achievements, her mysterious disappearance remains one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the 20th century. Join us as we explore her incredible journey. In it, you will learn 10 Irregular Verbs in English.  Had you ever heard of Amelia Earhart before this episode? Who is an inspiring female from your country? Let me know on Instagram @americanenglishpodcast. Verbs Heard in Lesson To dream - dreamt / dreamed To do - did To throw - threw To teach - taught To fly - flew To mistake - mistook To quit - quit To fight - fought To feel - felt To fall - fell Premium Content:  Season 4 (Episodes 150 - 200) = Each episode includes a quiz, the PDF transcript (the text of the audio) with definitions of challenging words and the mp3 file. All Premium Content for Seasons 1, 2 and 3 (Episodes 001 - 150) - and get Season 4 at a discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we'll begin by going through the commentary you guys made on Culture Shock in the United States. Afterwards, I'll tell you a joke, we'll go over the expression "to take it with a grain of salt," and we'll do a pronunciation exercise. Premium Content for this episode is available with both of these: Season 4 (Episodes 150 - 200) = Each episode includes a quiz, the PDF transcript (the text of the audio) with definitions of challenging words and the mp3 file. All Premium Content for Seasons 1, 2 and 3 (Episodes 001 - 150) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the American English Podcast, you'll learn how to use the expression BENT OUT OF SHAPE and all about TORNADOES IN THE U.S..**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR  Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 2, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get Season 2 Premium Content**Other Content** Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Chats with Shana episode, you'll hear about some of the language mistakes I've made in foreign languages. You'll learn how to get yourself out of awkward situations in English by using common expressions!Premium Content (formerly called the Classroom)This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript, a comprehension quiz and the premium podcast player to work on your pronunciation.Season 2  contains premium content for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the American English Podcast, you'll learn how to use the expression TO RING A BELL and all about the LIBERTY BELL, a symbol of freedom in the United States.Premium Content (formerly called the Classroom)This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript, a comprehension quiz, shadowing exercise and the premium podcast player to work on your pronunciation.Season 2  contains bonus material for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode #93, you'll hear my adventure starting a business in NYC and traveling overseas as a digital nomad. You'll also hear the lessons learned from this experience using the third conditional.Premium Content (formerly called the Classroom)This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript, a comprehension quiz, shadowing exercise and the premium podcast player to work on your pronunciation.Season 2  contains bonus material for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the American English Podcast, you'll learn how to use the expression TO PULL SOME STRINGS and all about the GREAT IDITAROD RACE, the largest annual sporting event in Alaska. Spoiler alert: It's all about dogsledding!**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 2, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. **Other Content** Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many vocabulary words, phrases and collocations can you think of within the topic of Babies? I bet a lot. Now, do you know the translations for them in English?This episode introduces everything you'll need to know about the topic in order to navigate a conversation with a native speaker, other than the two obvious terms I've left out "crying" and "baby bottle," but you know these already ;)This episode is long overdue and I hope you enjoy it.Mentioned in this episode:   The 5-Minute English Course This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript for this episode as well as the entire 5-Minute English course at a discount.Season 2  contains bonus material for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s and 5-Minute English Course) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the first of many (hopefully) yearly reviews. There's nothing better than reflecting on the highlights in one's year, especially with the help of images. I've done this partially for myself and also to help you listeners. I've talked about some of the events I've spoken about the podcast to "jog your memory" (episode #1) and used a number of other expressions from the expression episodes to talk about my 2020. This is very personal.Premium Content (formerly called the Classroom)This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript, a comprehension quiz, shadowing exercise and the premium podcast player to work on your pronunciation.Season 2  contains bonus material for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices