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True Story - Disgusting Carpet Crawlers
26 Oct 2024
00:18:58
🎙️ E407 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills.
👩🏻🔧️ In today's episode, we explore a story about a challenging DIY project tackling a carpet moth infestation, turning it into a surprising opportunity for home transformation.
📧 I also invite you, my lovely listeners, to share your own stories! Whether it’s a funny mishap, a spooky encounter, or a heartwarming moment, I want to hear from you. Send your story to me, and it might just be featured in a future episode!
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E307: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 34, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. Each day of the working week, I bring you five new vocabulary items to enrich your English skills, all while enjoying an engaging story.
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🌟 Today's episode starts off with the nouns "addiction" and "craving". Then, we delve into the verb "struggle" and the noun "escape". Last but not least, we take a look at the idiom "on the defensive".
🤳🏻 Stay tuned for a pronunciation practice exercise and a quick quiz to test your memory. Then, we tie all of today's words together in an interesting story about phone addiction. Jenna, struggling with phone addiction and defensive about it, acknowledges her problem after a conversation with her friend Mark. He gives her a book on digital minimalism, but will it have any effect?
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E306: 🎙️ Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 34, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. Join me every weekday as we dive deep into five new vocabulary words, boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your listening skills.
🏭 Today's list is slightly noun-heavy! The first noun we're looking at is "warehouse." Our next two nouns are "odd jobs" and "autonomy". After that, we dive into the noun "safety net". And finally, we finish off with the verb "withstand".
👷🏽♂️ Don't forget about the useful pronunciation practice section as well as the recap to test your memory. Then, in today's story segment, we meet Miles, who took a tough night job in a warehouse and faced many challenges to save money. Dreaming of freedom, he persevered, fuelled by his colleagues' support. After a year, he made a bold move that changed his life and gave him more autonomy.
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E305: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 34, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. This series is dedicated to enhancing your listening skills and expanding your vocabulary.
😒 In today's episode, we'll explore the idiom "come as no surprise". We'll also dive into two essential verbs: "blame" and "prolong." Plus, we'll discuss the idiom "to be in a mood" and the noun "effect," rounding out our five-a-day vocabulary list.
👪 Enjoy fun, engaging examples and interactive pronunciation practice, and don't miss our storytime segment that ties all today's vocabulary together. In today's tale, Amy's little brother causes chaos, and she gets blamed. Frustrated, Amy takes a bold stand, proposing a solution that changes everything. Will her mum finally understand?
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E304: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! Hello, I'm your host, Anna, and you're listening to Week 34, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This series is dedicated to enhancing your listening skills and expanding your vocabulary.
😱 In today's episode, we'll dive into some fascinating words, starting with the nouns "satisfaction" and "completion". Following that, we dive into the verb "transform" and the noun "surprise". Then we wrap up today's list with the noun "spare room".
🛌 We'll explore their meanings, usage, and pronunciation, along with a quick quiz to test your memory and a heartwarming story about Andy transforming a messy space into a lovely spare room as a surprise for Lorna.
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E303: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're listening to Week 34, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. Join me every weekday as we dive deep into five new vocabulary words, boosting your active vocabulary and enhancing your listening skills.
🔧 Today, we'll start the list by exploring the nouns "assignment" and "frequency". Next up, we dive into the verb "sift", which is followed by the noun "wrench". Last but not least, we take a look at the adjective "disgruntled".
📻 Listen, learn, and repeat after me for pronunciation practice, as well as a short recap to test your memory. Plus, enjoy our storytime segment where you'll see today's words in action! Today's story features a young student Tony, whose work experience at his Uncle Jim's garage seemed dull until he found and fixed an old radio, leading to a surprising emotional connection with Jim and a shared family moment.
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E302: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to listening resource for intermediate to advanced-level English learners! I'm Anna, your host, and in today's exciting episode, we dive into the world of word games.
🎲 Get ready to challenge your vocabulary and listening skills as we explore various word games and their fascinating histories. We'll play classic games like Hangman, delve into popular modern word games like Wordle and Wordscapes, and discover regional variations from around the world. Plus, I'll share some intriguing riddles, acrostics, and anagrams to spark your curiosity and boost your English skills.
🔠 Don't forget to share your favourite word game or riddle with me! You can leave a comment on our YouTube channel, or send us a message on platforms like Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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E301: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast – your daily dose of vocabulary development with me, your host, Anna. Dive into Week 33, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your English skills with five interesting vocabulary items.
🌟 We kick off today's episode with another use of the noun "common". Then, we move into the verb "assign" and the adjective "fervent". After that, we dive into the verb "flounder", and last but not least, we finish with yet another verb, "speculate".
🌾 Don't forget to tune in for pronunciation practice and a quick quiz to see what you can remember! In the story segment today, I share a heartwarming tale about the village of Greenwood and how they overcame agricultural challenges by working with nature, learning the importance of crop rotation and resting the land.
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E300: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast – your daily dose of vocabulary enrichment with me, your host, Anna. Dive into Week 33, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your English skills with five essential vocabulary items.
💲 Things take a financial turn in today's list, as we kick off with the noun "repayment" and the idiom "in the red". Moving on, we explore the verb "condemn" and the noun "respect". But wait, haven't we seen this word already? Yes, indeed, but today we're looking at it in a different context! Finally, we wrap up the list with the verb "wrench".
💳 Tune in for our usual pronunciation practice and recap section, before moving on to today's story featuring Tom, a big spender, who finds himself £10,000 in debt due to his credit card habits. His wife, Sam, is shocked and prompts Tom to get his finances in order.
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E299: 🎙️Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast – your daily dose of vocabulary enrichment with me, your host, Anna. Dive into Week 33, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we explore and expand your active vocabulary with five new words each weekday.
🏰 We start today's list with the majestic noun "castle", then closely related, another noun, "battlements", perfect for your historical lexicon. We’ll also delve into the phrasal verb "own up" and the verb "undertake". Finally, we cover the adjective "common".
👨🏾🏫️ Don’t miss out on our pronunciation practice and a fun memory quiz to test your understanding. Then, in the story segment, we meet Rajesh, a history teacher, who takes his class on a successful castle trip despite past mishaps.
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E298: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuned into Week 33, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This series is designed to boost your active vocabulary and enhance your listening skills by diving into five key vocabulary items every weekday.
🌟 Today, we start by exploring the noun "jitters", followed by the verb "loom". After that, we delve into the adjective "profound" and the noun"turmoil". We finish off today's list with the expression "lighten the load".
📖 Join us as we break down each term, provide examples, and practice pronunciation. Plus, stay tuned for a story where we meet Maya, a top student, who feels the pressure of upcoming exams looming over her, causing jitters and turmoil. One night, she discovers a book in the library that reveals a profound truth: managing exam stress involves addressing emotional turmoil, not just studying harder.
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E297: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast. My name is Anna, and we’re kicking off Week 33 Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. This podcast series is dedicated to enhancing your active vocabulary and listening skills by focusing on five new English items each weekday from Monday to Friday.
🌟I'm taking you to the pub in today's episode, as all our words centre around pubs, bars, and drinking. We begin with the idiom "bottoms up", and after that we explore the adjective "rowdy". Then, we delve into the nouns "punter" and "shot". Finally, we look at the adjective "tipsy".
🍸 After our usual pronunciation and memory quiz, we dive into today’s story, which follows Jake, a literature graduate working in a rowdy pub. While working a shift, he finds unexpected inspiration and a potential connection with Margot, a finance graduate who shares his dreams.
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Bizarre Gadgets - Enhance Your English Listening Skills
15 Jun 2024
00:25:27
E296: Hello and welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! This is a listening resource for intermediate to advanced-level English learners. My name is Anna, and today we’re diving into the fascinating world of crazy inventions.
💡 Have you ever had a brilliant idea for something that doesn’t exist yet but would make life easier or more interesting? There are some bizarre inventions out there that people have actually patented.
💭 From the unusual phone hugger 📱, to the gross but possibly useful toilet snorkel 🤿, to the painful face tap alarm clock ⏰️, in this episode we explore some weird and wonderful inventions that people have come up with over the years to find solutions to everyday problems.
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E295: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, where you can immerse yourself in English learning with me, your host, Anna. You're listening to Week 32, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. If it's Friday and you've been following along all week, congratulations on reaching the end! I hope you've enjoyed it and picked up some useful new words and phrases.
🌟 Today's lesson kicks off with the adjective "colossal" and next up, we have the noun "hotspot". Our third word is the noun "wetsuit" followed by another noun, "surf and turf". Finally, we have the phrasal verb "cheer on".
🏄🏿♀️ Tune in for pronunciation practice and a quick memory test, before moving on to today's surfer story. We follow Beth as she embarks on a surfing adventure in Peniche, Portugal, a renowned surfing hotspot. With her new wetsuit and a mix of excitement and nerves, Beth faces unexpected challenges in the waves. Will her birthday gift turn out to be a memorable experience or a lesson learned the hard way?
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E294: 🎙️ Welcome back to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're listening to Week 32, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, the series that aims to build your vocabulary by diving into five pieces of vocabulary from Monday to Friday.
🌟 Let's kick off our list with the verb "shield". Then, we explore the emotional idiom "to have a lump in your throat", followed by the noun "awe". After that, we look at today's phrasal verb, "wash over", and finish off with the verb "whisper".
🎒 After exploring these words and giving you a chance to practise pronunciation, we go to our story segment, where we experience a parent's emotional journey on their child's first day of school. From feelings of anxiety and pride to the bittersweet moment of letting go, this story encapsulates the essence of today's vocabulary.
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E293: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! My name is Anna, and you're listening to Week 32, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. My mission is to help you improve your listening skills while expanding your active vocabulary. Each weekday, we focus on five essential items, and today is no different, so tune in!
⌚️ We kick off today's list with the verb "beckon" and the adjective "teeming". After than, we explore the idiom "a race against time". Then, we look into the verb "pry", and wrap up the list with the noun "shock waves", often used in the phrase "to send shock waves".
🤿 Practice your pronunciation, test your memory, and listen out for these items in today's storytime, where we meet Jack, a wreck diver, who embarks on an adventure in the azure waters of Fiji, exploring an uncharted shipwreck teeming with marine life. However, an underwater volcano erupts, forcing Jack and his team to race against time to escape.
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E292: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm your host, Anna, and you're tuning into Week 32, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. This podcast is dedicated to expanding your vocabulary and sharpening your English listening skills. Each weekday, we dive into five essential items to enhance your language proficiency.
🧢 In today's episode, we start with the noun "knack". Next, we explore the adjective "domestic" and noun "chore". We then discuss the idiom "if the cap fits, wear it". Lastly, we cover the phrasal verb "clear out".
🧹 Practice your pronunciation and test your memory with our engaging exercises. In today's story, frustrated with domestic life and feeling criticised by her mother, Mia reluctantly tackles the list of chores she has been set. While clearing out the cupboard, Mia finds something that makes her feel a surprising sense of connection with her mum.
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E291: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I’m your host, Anna, and you’re tuning in to Week 32, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day. This series is dedicated to enhancing your listening skills and expanding your active vocabulary. Each weekday, from Monday to Friday, we delve into five new vocabulary items, helping you grow your English proficiency one step at a time.
🌟 In today's episode, we start with the adverb "cordially". Next, we explore the noun "sentinel" and the adjective "gnarled". Following that, we discuss the noun "countenance", and finally, we end with the idiomatic phrase "with bated breath".
💌 Join us as we practice pronunciation, review meanings, and enjoy a delightful storytime featuring five young friends—Lily, Max, Mia, Alex, and Sam—who receive a mysterious letter inviting them to explore the secrets of the Enchanted Grove. Excited by the prospect of adventure, they gather at the edge of the woods at dusk.
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E290: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and I have a confession to make. Despite the image of a superwoman, I'm not invincible. I often find myself overwhelmed and struggling with burnout, stuck in a relentless cycle of overwork and exhaustion.
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🌟 So in today's episode, I'm coming clean. I've realised that prioritising rest and self-care is essential for both my well-being and the quality of the content I create. So, I'm making a change to The English Like a Native Podcast - listen to find out more!
💆🏻♀️ To all who have supported me on this journey, thank you. I'll be taking a well-deserved break tomorrow, but I'll be back, refreshed and ready to dive into Monday's Five a Day episode.
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E289: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! In Week 31, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, we wrap up the week with a bang.
🍓 We kick off today's list with the noun "respect", followed by the adjective "damning". Moving on, we explore the verb "deviate", and the idiom "the fruits of one's labour". Last but not least, we take a look at the phrasal verb "chime in".
🥂 For pronunciation practice, I encourage you, my lovely listeners, to repeat each word and phrase with me, followed by a quick quiz to test your memory. To wrap up, we head to Barcelona, where we meet Gary, who is navigating a networking event. Fuelled by champagne, he overcomes shyness to share his expertise in virtual reality.
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E288: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in for Week 31, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your vocabulary and hone your listening skills with five enriching words each weekday.
⚫ Let's kick off today's journey with the adjective "rueful". Next up, we delve into "facetious". Now onto the verb "instigate", followed by the adverb "seldom". And finally, we explore the idiom "be in the black".
⚙️ Don't forget to stick around for a pronunciation exercise as well as a quick recap before we dive into our thrilling story, where we meet Trevor Jenkins, an ordinary man thrust into an extraordinary adventure. Awakening to a mysterious machine in his living room, Trevor's mundane routine takes a thrilling turn.
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🎙️ E395 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills.
🛫 In today's episode, we hear a true story from Mike, one of the amazing teachers in my community. Mike takes us on an exciting journey to Georgia, where he worked as an English teacher. His story gives us a fascinating mix of cultural insight, unexpected adventures, and a glimpse into life in a foreign country.
📧 I also invite you, my lovely listeners, to share your own stories! Whether it’s a funny mishap, a spooky encounter, or a heartwarming moment, I want to hear from you. Send your story to me, and it might just be featured in a future episode!
E287: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. Dive into Week 31, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, your daily dose of vocabulary enhancement and listening skill sharpening.
🌟 Today's journey starts with the adjective "enigmatic" and the verb "renege". Then we explore the adjective "dilapidated", and grasp the adverb "instinctively". Finally, unlock the verb "fathom", often used in the negative.
🤠 As we recap our words, reinforcing pronunciation and comprehension, we embark on a journey to the Wild West, where we meet Jack, the enigmatic cowboy whose instinctive actions save a town from outlaws, leaving them struggling to fathom his motives.
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E286: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! Tune in to Week 31, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we dive deep into five essential items every weekday to boost your vocabulary and enhance your listening skills.
⛷️ Today's journey begins with the idiom "bite off more than you can chew". From there, we explore the ski slopes with the verb "traverse" Next up, we encounter the adjectives "relentless" and "treacherous". And to wrap up today's list, we delve into the noun "woe".
⛰️ As we recap our journey, reinforcing pronunciation and comprehension, we embark on a gripping story of adventure and adversity. Join Rico, a seasoned hiker facing the ultimate challenge, as he discovers the true meaning of perseverance and responsibility in the face of treacherous trails and unexpected encounters.
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E285: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join me in Week 31, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, your daily dose of vocabulary and listening practice.
↘️ Today's journey begins with the noun "rush hour". Next, we delve into the verb "descend" and the noun "claustrophobic. Then, discover the magic of the noun "echo", and finally, tune into the noun "chatter".
🚇 Recap and practise pronunciation with me, and embark on a storytelling journey where you'll encounter rush hour chaos on the London Underground. Experience the thrill and anxiety of navigating through crowded trains and bustling stations, and emerge with a newfound appreciation for urban adventures.
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E284: 🎙️ Welcome to a special bonus episode of The English Like Native Podcast! As we dive into today's discussion, let's explore a topic that many of us can relate to: fear and anxiety in social settings.
😬 Join me as we unravel strategies to conquer the daunting barriers of social anxiety, particularly when navigating conversations in a second or third language. Drawing from personal anecdotes and shared experiences, we'll delve into the gripping world of stage fright and the unexpected mishaps that can unfold during live performances.
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Travelling Light: Idioms and Phrasal Verbs for the Road
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E283: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready for an exciting journey as we dive into the world of holiday preparation. From booking flights to packing suitcases and navigating foreign roads, I share my insights and tips on how to prepare for the perfect getaway.
🧳 Join me if you want to boost your vocabulary, as I explore essential phrases, phrasal verbs, and idioms related to travel. From "setting off" on your journey to "checking in" at the airport, I guide you through the entire process. Discover the joy of "traveling light" and the allure of finding hidden gems "off the beaten path."
🏖️ Don't forget to share your holiday plans with me and fellow listeners. I want to hear all about your upcoming adventures!
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E282: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, where each day we explore five essential elements of the English language to help you improve your skills and expand your vocabulary. I'm your host, Anna, and today we're diving into Week 30, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day.
🦶 Now, let's delve into today's list; first up, we have the noun "prowess", and then we explore the idiom "put your best foot forward". Moving on, we encounter the verb "mumble" and our fourth item is the noun "comeback". Lastly, we explore the verb "assert".
👨🏻🎨️ Tune in for pronunciation practice and a quick recap before we revisit today's words again in a story. We meet Leon, a renowned oil painter from Willowbrook, whose artistic prowess captivated collectors worldwide. But when falsely accused of theft, Leon's comeback journey tested his resilience. With determination, he put his best foot forward to reclaim his name, despite facing mumbled doubts from the townspeople.
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E281: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 30, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we're enriching your vocabulary and honing your listening skills with five essential items each working day.
🎩 Today's journey begins with the idiom "at the drop of a hat". Next up, we tackle the verb "to conquer" then the noun "descent". Embark on an expedition through the noun "terrain", lastly, unravel the adjective "frayed".
⛰️ Join me as I guide you through pronunciation practice and engage you in gripping storytelling, where today, we follow our protagonist's exhilarating journey through the Rocky Mountains, from the exhilaration of conquering peaks to the cliffhanger of survival amidst unforeseen challenges.
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E280: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with your host, me, Anna! Tune in to Week 30, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, a series dedicated to boosting your active vocabulary and sharpening your listening skills through deep dives into five language items every weekday.
Today's episode starts with the idiom "head for the hills". Next up is the noun "disdain" and the adjective "tattered". Moving on, we discuss the adjective "abandoned" and finish off today's list with the noun "rumour".
After the vocabulary recap, I guide you through pronunciation exercises and a memory quiz to reinforce learning. Then, in the storytime segment, I transport you all to a mysterious Victorian house where hidden treasures and chilling discoveries await.
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E279: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! Tune in to Week 30, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we dive deep into expanding your vocabulary with five enriching items every weekday.
💀 Today, we kick off with the adjectives "contagious" and "knackered". Next up is the verb "elude", and then we have the phrasal verb "shake off". Last but not least, we explore the idiom "look or feel like death warmed up".
😷 Join me as we delve into pronunciation practice and an engaging story about Libby, who grapples with a mysterious illness in a new country. Will she find the answers she's been searching for?
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E278: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 30, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day where we dive into vocabulary enrichment. Join us on this journey as we explore five new words each weekday to boost your lexicon.
😂 In today's episode, we start with the adjectives "hilarious" and "vibrant". We then explore the noun phrase "the life and soul," often heard as "the life and soul of the party". Moving on to "witty," another adjective, then wrapping up the list with the phrasal verb "crack up".
🏫 Join us as we practise pronunciation and test your memory with engaging scenarios. Follow along with the heartwarming story featuring old friends Lucy, Mark, Lily, and Tom, and the antics they get up to at their school reunion.
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🎙️ E394 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills.
🏆 Competition time! Send me an email at hello@englishlikeanative.co.uk if you heard that hidden word and you'll have the chance to win access to a pronunciation class.
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E277: 🎙️ Welcome Plus Members to a special bonus episode of The English Like a Native Podcast where we explore the heartfelt ritual of "seeing off" loved ones. Join me as I share a tender moment from this morning, waving goodbye to my children as they embark on a short adventure with their grandparents.
👋 But "seeing off" isn't just about saying goodbye; it's a symbol of connection and love. Whether it's at the airport, train station, or simply at the front door, this tradition embodies the essence of strong relationships and cherished moments together.
❓ As I reflect on this tradition, I invite you to share your own experiences and cultural customs. Do you practice a similar ritual in your country? Or perhaps you have unique traditions that bring loved ones closer?
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E276: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! Join me, Anna, as I guide intermediate to advanced English learners on a journey to enhance their speaking skills.
🌟 In this episode, we explore five dynamic methods to improve your English speaking prowess. From mimicking, to speaking clubs, to language immersion, I offer practical advice tailored to learners at any stage of their language journey.
👩🏻 I also introduce you to the revolutionary world of AI language learning with my clone! Discover how this cutting-edge technology allows you to practice English conversation anytime, anywhere, without the pressure of face-to-face interaction.
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E275: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready for your daily dose of language enrichment on Week 29, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. Join me as I delve into five essential language items each weekday, Monday through Friday, to supercharge your vocabulary!
🌟 Today's episode kicks off with the phrasal verb "to sit out". Next up is the verb "twist", ad then I introduce a bit of slang, with the adjective "gutted". Following that is another phrasal verb "face off", and last but not least, we delve into the noun "tradition".
🏀 Stay tuned as we go through pronunciation practice and a memory test to reinforce your learning. Plus, enjoy an inspiring story where we meet Jamie, who faces a challenging twist of fate on the basketball court, underscoring the importance of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
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E274: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna, where we dive deep into enriching your vocabulary with Your English Five a Day. In today's episode, we embark on Week 29, Day 4, exploring five essential linguistic gems.
🌻 Take a step into the garden today, as first up, we explore the verb "mow". Next, we encounter the nouns "window sill" and "conditions". Following that, we meet the resilient adjective "hardy" and finally, we unveil the charming idiom of being "green-fingered".
🌾 Don't forget that we run through a useful pronunciation practice exercise and a quick quiz to see how much you've remembered! Then, in our heartwarming tale, Jill navigates the tender terrain of grief while cultivating her late husband's beloved garden, discovering her own green-fingered talents along the way.
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E273: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, hosted by me, Anna. Dive into Week 29, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day where we enrich your vocabulary with five fascinating items each weekday.
💘 We're speaking the language of love today as we kick off the list with the nouns "spark" and "chemistry". Next, explore the idiom "head over heels" and the phrasal verb "to fall for someone". Finally, we uncover the adjective "engaging".
🌹 Test your memory with a quick quiz before delving into a romantic story where these vocabulary gems shine. Follow Ellie and Tom as they navigate the awkwardness of a first date, discovering sparks and chemistry amidst laughter and shared anecdotes. Feel the warmth of their connection as they realise they're head over heels for each other, wrapped in the engaging melody of a romantic evening.
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E272: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 29, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we aim to enrich your vocabulary with five new words or phrases every weekday.
🏇🏽 First up, we delve into the idiom "to hedge your bets", Next, we unravel the adjective "independent" and then we delve into another idiom "to catch wind of something". Moving on, we inspect the noun "contraband" and finally, we take a look at the noun "respect".
🚬 Join us for pronunciation practice and engaging memory exercises, as we reinforce these newfound linguistic treasures in your repertoire. Then make sure you stick around for today's riveting tale with Sandra, a seemingly ordinary building site manager turned international smuggler. Sandra's foray into the world of contraband began innocently, but soon spiraled into a risky venture fraught with legal repercussions.
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E271: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Dive into Week 29, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, where we explore five new vocabulary items to boost your English skills every weekday from Monday to Friday.
👀 In this episode, we kick off with the adjective "flippant". Next up, we dissect the idiom "turn a blind eye". We then navigate through the verb "bribe" and the adjective "calculated". Lastly, we unravel the adjective "tarnished".
🍭 I guide you through some pronunciation practice and a quiz to reinforce your learning. Then, immerse yourself in an intriguing story featuring Billy, the hustler extraordinaire of Oakwood Secondary School, where calculated moves and even bribes shape his secret empire behind the sports hall.
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E270: 🎙️ Welcome back Plus Member, to The English Like a Native Podcast! Join me, your host, Anna, for another bonus episode where we dive into the world of weekend adventures and tackling a garden transformation.
🌲 From the daunting task of reviving weather-beaten decking to the unexpected trials of paving a winding path, discover the joys and tribulations of clearing, staining, and arranging, as I navigate spiders, blueberry bushes, and even a perilous encounter with a stubborn paving slab!
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E269: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for intermediate to advanced English learners. Join your hosts Anna and Nick as they delve into the topic of morning routines.
⏰️ In this episode, we share our contrasting approaches to starting their day. Nick reminisces about his past tight morning routine, optimised for efficiency to squeeze in every precious minute of sleep. Meanwhile, I reflect on the challenges of morning routines in our current family dynamic, where children dictate wake-up times and routines are anything but predictable.
🥱 Join the conversation by sharing your own morning routine experiences and tips for streamlining the process with children. How do you kickstart your day? Are you a snooze button aficionado or a disciplined early riser?
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E268: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like A Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuned in to Week 28, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day. Join me as we explore five enriching items each weekday, enhancing your active vocabulary one step at a time.
⚽ Today, we begin with the captivating idiom, "a silver tongue". Next, we delve into the adjective "cynical", followed by the verb "condemn". Then we explore another idiom, "keep your eye on the ball" and wrap up today's list with the noun "apology".
🔬 Join me for some pronunciation practice before I test your memory of these new vocabulary items. Then, in today's shocking story, researchers Clarissa and Ruben experience a rift in their relationship when Ruben steals Clarissa's research. As Clarissa confronts his actions, she learns to condemn deceit and stay focused amidst turmoil. But Ruben's schemes hint at darker twists ahead.
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E267: 🎙️ Welcome back to The English Like A Native Podcast, hosted by me, Anna. Tune in to Week 28, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day for a linguistic journey that sharpens your language skills with a daily dose of five vocabulary items, Monday to Friday.
👣 In today's episode, I start by delving into the noun "intrigue", followed by the idiom "follow in one's footsteps". Then we move on to the verb "deter" and the adjective "toned". To wrap up, we take a look at the energetic adjective "invigorated".
🚶🏽♀️ We run through a useful pronunciation practice exercise and I also test your memory before moving on to today's inspirational tale, where we meet Maria, who is determined to regain her fitness and discovers the power of walking. Embracing various walking styles, she sheds weight and gains confidence.
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E266: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. Join us for Week 28, Day Three of Your English Five a Day, where we delve into five vocabulary items each weekday to enrich your language skills.
😴 Come with me to the land of nod in today's episode, where it's all about getting a good night's sleep! We start off with the idiom "sleep like a log" and then go on to the adjective "shattered". We then explore sleep problems with the noun "insomnia", followed by another noun, "frequency". Finally, we delve into the adverb "soundly".
🛌 We wrap up with a story where insomnia takes centre stage, offering valuable insights and techniques for overcoming sleep difficulties. From establishing a calming bedtime routine to managing racing thoughts, discover practical strategies in today's story to improve your sleep quality.
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E265: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like A Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Dive into Week 28, Day 2 of Your English Five A Day, where we enrich your vocabulary with five items each weekday, Monday through Friday.
🌟 Let's kick off today's linguistic journey with the adjective "underlying". Next up, join the fun with the noun "pinkie promise". Then, we explore the verb "ditch" and after that, we get nostalgic with another verb, "reminisce." Last but not least, we take a look at the idiom "have someone's back",
👭🏽 After our usual pronunciation practice and brief memory test, we move on to our story time, where today, we follow Sadie, Kiera, and Ellie as they bid farewell to a memorable summer, cementing their friendship with pinkie promises.
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