Best Improve English With Movies Podcasts (2024)

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Ep.4: 'The Intern': 15 English Speaking Lessons 53:11

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Send a text message to the show. Episode 4 Title: 'The Intern’: 15 English Speaking Lessons In this episode of Speak English Through Films on the Mother isn't Murder Podcast, you’ll learn the following English lessons from the film 'The Intern' featuring the legendary Robert De Niro and the fabulous Anne Hathaway. •Ten idioms and their meanings •Tw…

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Ep.3: ‘Mr Deeds’: 5 English Speaking Lessons 27:41

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Send a text message to the show. Episode 3 Title: ‘Mr Deeds’: 5 English Speaking Lessons In this episode of Speak English Through Films on the Mother isn't Murder Podcast, you’ll learn: •Two vocabulary words and their correct pronunciation •One instance of article usage •One colloquial expression •One idiom and meaning These English lessons are fro…

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Ep.2: ‘Spanglish’: 3 English Speaking Lessons 26:09

19d ago26:09

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Send a text message to the show. Episode 2 Title: ‘Spanglish’: 3 English Speaking Lessons Introduction In this episode, you learn one new English vocabulary, two popular English idioms, and their meanings and usages. This lesson is based on three 2004 romantic comedy Spanglish scenes. 3 English Lessons from Spanglish Meticulous (with a focus on how…

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The Mother isn't Murder Podcast Trailer 1:06

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Send a text message to the show. In this fresh season of the podcast, Mother isn't Murder, the focus is on helping you improve your English speaking skills. If you want to speak English without anxiety or fear, this podcast is for you. Listen to this podcast trailer to learn the purpose and format of this podcast. Remember to Subscribe to the podca…

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Yin & Young Podcast EP 72 : William Gee Wong - Author of "Sons of Chinatown" 1:42:08

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William Gee Wong (Bill) is a prominent figure in the realm of Chinese-American journalism and literature, recognized for his insightful contributions to the understanding of Asian American experiences. Born and raised in Oakland Chinatown in California, Bill's work often reflects his deep connection to his heritage and the diverse cultural landscap…

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Ep.1: ‘Emily in Paris S3 E7’: 3 English Speaking Lessons 12:52

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Send a text message to the show. Ep.1: ‘Emily in Paris S3 E7’: 3 English Speaking Lessons IntroductionIn this episode, you learn two English vocabulary and how to pronounce them correctly in addition to an English idiom, its meaning, and how to use it. This lesson is based on three scenes in Episode 7 of Emily in Paris Season 3. 3 English Lessons f…

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Episode 454 - It was time to take a break (part 2) 56:35

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After living in Vietnam for 17 months years, I'm now back in Czechia and in this 2-part episode, I'm going to speak about the experience, my reasons for going back, and consider my next moves. Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/nZRQpUoHBeM _______________________________________________________________________ 🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBER The…

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Episode 453 - It was time to take a break (part 1) 32:39

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After living in Vietnam for 17 months years, I'm now back in Czechia and in this 2-part episode, I'm going to speak about the experience, my reasons for going back, and consider my next moves. Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/-UYLSOSO_QQ _______________________________________________________________________ 🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBER The…

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Episode 452 - Van's success story with English 35:38

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This time I talk to my Vietnamese friend Van whose English is more than impressive. How did she manage to get to such a high level and what is the secret behind her impeccable pronunciation? Listen to find out. _______________________________________________________________________ 🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBER The ULTIMATE SOLUTION to NOT living in …

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Episode 451 - A chat on the beach with a former American lawyer 41:28

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This episode of ZEP was recorded on My Khe Beach in Da Nang. It features Glen, a former American lawyer, who left his career in the USA for a complete lifestyle overhaul in Southeast Asia. _______________________________________________________________________ 🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBER The ULTIMATE SOLUTION to NOT living in an English-speaking co…

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Yin & Young Podcast EP 71 Aileen Cho - Intergenerational Trauma, Marriage, and Healing 1:11:39

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We’re so happy to have Aileen Cho, a licensed therapist based in the Southern California area, as our guest this episode! Aileen is a 2nd generation Korean-American clinician that offers psychotherapeutic services in both English and Korean. In this podcast (a first for Aileen) she shares her personal and professional insight into intergenerational…

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24. Social Media, Modals, First Conditionals 22:32

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This week I cover some Social Media questions, and go through the grammar of modals and first conditionals. 1. Swan Song Meaning: The last piece of work of an artist before his/her death. To die with some grand achievement. Example: Misty Mountain Hop was Led Zepplin’s swan song. 2. Wild Goose Chase/hunt Meaning: Futile (meaningless) Chase Example:…

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23. Movies and Passives 33:59

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This week I talk my experiences in Dubai, movie vocabulary, and passive tense. 1. Beating Around the Bush Meaning: To talk about unnecessary things. Obscurate/to hint at something Example: When I asked my secretary about the missing file and documents, she was beating around the bush. 2. Be in a Tight Corner/spot. Meaning: Being in a difficult situ…

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Episode 450 - Lukas's Journey from Learner to Teacher 55:16

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This time, I talk to Lukas from Slovakia. I remember him joining the Achievers Chamber as an avid English learner. Two years have passed, and he is now an English teacher himself. What has led him to this transformation and what are his best English learning tips? The video from this episode is available here: https://youtu.be/ql-wbER4vW0 _________…

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‘The Crown S2 E2’: English Speaking Lessons 12:26

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Send a text message to the show. Episode Title: The Crown Season 2 Ep. 2 | IELTS Speaking | Improve Your Speaking Skills Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years experience) In this episode, you will learn the phrasal verb “stick it out”, what it means, and how to use it. Using a scene from the popular historica…

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IELTS Writing Task 2 How to Generate Ideas 1:01:51

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Send a text message to the show. Episode Title: IELTS Writing Task 2 How to Generate Ideas | IELTS Weekly Specials Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years experience) If generating ideas for your IELTS Writing Task 2 (Essay) scares you, it’s probably because you’ve not mastered the art of making the question make sense to you. In this epi…

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22. Relationships 27:39

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I talk about Relationship vocab and used to + infinitive which are past habits that you no longer do. Vocab: classmate, close friend, colleague, couple, ex, fiancé, roommate, partner. Idioms: 1. Bite the bullet Meaning: To get something over with because it is inevitable. Example: Vik was diagnosed with second stage cancer but he didn’t want to get…

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IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample Questions and Practice 18:49

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Send a text message to the show. Episode Title: IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample Questions | Practice Segment Ep.1 Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years experience) How you answer questions in the IELTS Speaking test determines your overall band score. And one way to guarantee a high band score is to speak natura…

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IELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction Strategy 58:42

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years experience) Episode Title: IELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction Strategy | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder Podcast | Ep.15 | March 15, 2024 Your IELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction should have two main parts, and these things give y…

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Episode 449 - Talking to HUGH DELLAR about UKRAINE 1:07:32

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In this podcast, I talk to HUGH DELLAR, an English teacher, teacher trainer, materials writer, and a well-known proponent of the Lexical Approach in the world of English teaching. Most interviews Hugh does are about the Lexical approach, but he's also very vocal regarding the current conflict in Ukraine and that's what this episode is mainly about.…

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IELTS Writing Task 2 Double/Direct Question Essay Practice 1:03:58

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years experience) Episode Title: IELTS Writing Task 2 Double/Direct Question Essay Practice | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder Podcast | Ep. 14 | March 8, 2024 Writing your Essay boils down to understanding the IELTS Writing Task 2 Qu…

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IELTS Reading Table Completion Question Practice 51:06

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: IELTS Reading Table Completion Question Practice | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder Podcast | Ep. 13 | March 1, 2024 The two most powerful strategies for finding your answers fast in the IELTS Reading…

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Episode 448 - A walk along the beach with Chris 45:46

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Once again I caught up with Chris on the podcast and this time we were recording while walking along the shore. The highlight was that I got my pants wet as I was wading through the waves, and of course, there are plenty more thoughts from us about our life here in Vietnam. 👉 Chris's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@expatnam ______________…

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Reliable Answers to 15+ Frequently Asked IELTS Questions 1:02:20

6M ago1:02:20

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: Get Reliable Answers to 15+ Common IELTS Questions (my 2024 IELTS Exam Experience in South Korea) | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder Podcast | Episode 12 | February 23, 2024 Are you curious about the …

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Yin & Young Podcast EP 70 - Writer Peter Kageyama returns with MIDNIGHT CLIMAX 1:13:31

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Writer Peter Kageyama joins Yin & Young again to talk about MIDNIGHT CLIMAX the second novel of the Kats Takemoto series. Peter joined us last time (EP 66) discussing HUNTERS POINT the first Kats Takemoto novel and in this book we delve more into Kats wartime past, Chinatown gangs, and secret government mind control experiments. Peter shares insigh…

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IELTS Listening Map Labelling Practice 44:27

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: IELTS Listening Map Labelling (Strategy and Practice) | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder Podcast | February 12, 2024 Do you often get lost when the speaker describes a map or plan in your IELTS LISTEN…

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Yin & Young Podcast EP 69 Daniel Tong - Editor: Finding your place in film and pursuing your passion 1:36:49

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Welcome back Yin & Young listeners! It’s been a long time since our last episode; Young was busy with his wedding (congrats!) but now that’s done, we’re happy to be back with guest Daniel Tong! Daniel is an editor based in Los Angeles, CA, U.S. Daniel has a passion for editing and shares his journey finding his place in the filmmaking industry. Hig…

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IELTS General Writing Task 1 Formal Letter Practice 50:21

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Host: Adenike Babalola (IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: IELTS General Writing Task 1 Formal Letter (Strategy and Practice) | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | February 7, 2024 Answering your IELTS General Writing Task 1 can be a piece of cake if you …

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Episode 448 - Learning and Teaching English through Movies with Cara Leopold 43:42

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I've decided to catch up with Cara Leopold and talk to her about movies and how you can learn and teach English through them again. You should probably know that some of the questions I asked Cara in this episode were generated by Chat GPT. The last time I talked to Cara about this topic was in episode 412. 👉 Cara's website: Leo-listening.com 👉 Vid…

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Strategies for IELTS Reading Yes/No/Not Given Questions (Practice) 51:18

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Host: Adenike Babalola (An IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: IELTS READING YES/NO/NOT GIVEN Questions (Strategy and Practice) | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 31, 2024 Can you identify the writer's views when you read a passage with YES/NO/N…

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21. Sports and Superstitions 33:48

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This week I teach about sports nouns, verbs, and past tenses; plus talk about some superstitions! 1. The best thing since sliced bread Meaning: A really good invention. Example: Bluetooth is officially the best thing since sliced bread. 2. Bite off more than you can chew Meaning: Take on a difficult work that is beyond your capabilities. Example: A…

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IELTS SPEAKING PART 2 “Describe” Practice 38:36

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Host: Adenike Babalola (An IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: IELTS IELTS SPEAKING PART 2 Describe Some Food or Drink You Learned to Prepare (Strategy and Practice) | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 19, 2024 How you answer your IELTS Speaking …

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20. Abilities 28:41

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This week I talk about abilities and tips + tricks to learning a new language! Idioms: 1. Like a cakewalk Meaning: So easy task. Example: Everyone took hours to write the code but Adam did it like a cakewalk. 2. Throw caution to the wind Meaning: Take a risk. Example: The caretaker threw caution to the wind by taking a sick baby outside. 3. The who…

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IELTS Writing Task 2 General Training Opinion Essay Practice 38:16

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Host: Adenike Babalola (An IELTS Coach with 6+ years’ experience) Episode Title: IELTS Writing Task 2 IS THIS A GOOD THING OR A BAD THING Plus Practice Test | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 14, 2024 Learn how to answer this opinion essay question in your IELTS …

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IELTS Writing Task 2 To What Extent do You Agree or Disagree Practice 1:27:48

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Episode Title: IELTS Writing Task 2 TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE Plus Practice Test | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 9, 2024 How do you feel when you see a “To what extent do you agree or disagree?” essay question in your IELTS Academic Writing Task …

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15-Part Strategy for IELTS Reading Matching Headings (Practice) 53:36

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Episode Title: IELTS Reading Matching Headings 15-Part Strategy Plus Practice Test | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 7, 2024 Answering Matching Headings questions in the IELTS Reading test makes many IELTS test takers nervous. In this episode, you will learn my …

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IELTS Reading Summary Completion Tips & Practice 1:07:31

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Episode Title: IELTS Reading Summary Completion Tips and Practice Test | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 4, 2024 Summary completion questions often require you to choose answers from the passage or phrases from a box. If you’re unfamiliar with the strategies for…

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IELTS Listening Part 4: Note Completion Practice & Tips 50:51

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Send a text message to the show. Mother isn’t Murder Podcast Show Episode Title: IELTS Listening Test Part 4 Practice: Note Completion Explained | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | January 2, 2024 Part 4 of the IELTS Listening Test is the most complex section of the Listening exam. This is because the audio is longer, the information is…

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Episode 447 - Rob is Back with a Bang (part 2) 33:16

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As the name of this episode suggests, Rob from the English with Rob podcast is back, and with a double episode. Part 1 (episode 445) was a general catch-up with Rob. In part 2, Rob leads a few game activities/games not dissimilar to the one he does on the English with Rob podcast. Did I stand up to the task or were my answers a complete failure? Li…

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14 Tips for Answering IELTS Listening Multiple Choice Questions 50:39

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Send a text message to the show. Podcast Show: Mother isn’t Murder Episode Title: IELTS Listening Multiple Choice Questions (14 Tips Plus Sample Practice Test) | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | December 29, 2023 IELTS Listening Multiple-Choice questions are complex for so many people. Yet, they’re some of the easiest questions in the …

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19. Marta, Head Officer for the Deputy Speaker of the Latvian Parliament 28:48

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This week I interview a wonderful student who jumped from Intermediate level to excel at Upper Intermediate 2. She has had a wonderful career as a civil servant in Latvia and speaks three languages. Idioms: 1. Rain on someone’s parade Meaning: To spoil a moment. Example: He told his wife that he doesn’t want to rain on her parade, but they had to s…

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7 Easy Steps to Achieve Your Desired IELTS Score in 2024 37:36

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Send a text message to the show. Podcast Show: Mother isn’t Murder Episode Title: 7 Simplified Steps to Pass Your IELTS Test in 2024 | IELTS Weekly Specials | Mother isn’t Murder | December 22, 2023 If you’re planning to take the IELTS test in 2024, this season of my podcast show is dedicated to you. Whether you’re preparing for the IELTS General T…

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Episode 446 - Admin and Stuff 34:15

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On this podcast, which I have recorded live for my YouTube channel, I have a good old ramble with an undertone of cynicism. I talk about the Achievers Chamber, this podcast, my inability to do marketing well, I wish you a Merry Christmas and other stuff. It's nothing glamorous, but it'll have to do as an episode. Video from this episode: https://ww…

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18. Manners, Obligations, Phone Language 31:05

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This episode I go through some common Western manners as well as the grammar of Obligations and the vocab of Phone Language. Idioms: 1. Look before you leap Meaning: Calculate the risks before advancing towards a possibility. Example: You can’t just sell all of your shares when the market is low, look before you leap, Trump is coming tomorrow, it i…

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17. Men vs. Women Stereotypes, Articles, Prepositions 33:17

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This episode I talk about the grammar of Articles, Prepositions, and Men vs. Women. Idioms: 1. Crying Wolf Meaning: To ask for help when you don’t need it. Example: You have cried Wolf so many times that no one believes you now. 2. Palm off Meaning: Pass off something as genuine when it is spurious. Example: This shopkeeper always palms off old sto…

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133 Reading In Italian Until I'm Fluent - Sarah Ifeoma 17:01

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Sarah tells the origin story of her YouTube Channel (reading series), where she started out reading out loud a book in Italian. At the time she started reading on YouTube, she had only been studying Italian for 2 months! First Video: Reading in Italian until I'm Fluent of the Reading in Italian Series The Book Sarah is reading out in her series: Co…

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16. Transport, Comparatives, Superlatives 33:48

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This episode I go through Transportation Vocab as well as the grammar of comparatives and superlatives. Idioms: 1. To not see the wood for the trees Meaning: To be so involved in trivial matters that you don’t get the important facts. Example: He always argues on the silliest topics, it’s like he can’t see wood for the trees. 2. Lose your marbles M…

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Episode 445 - Rob is Back with a Bang (part 1) 38:04

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As the name of this episode suggests, Rob from the English with Rob podcast is back, and with a double episode. In part 1 we have a general catch-up since a lot has changed in Rob's professional life lately and of course, you'll hear the idiom alarm, quite a few times. Part 2 will follow soon. 👉 Rob's YouTube channel 👉 Rob's Instagram Video from th…

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15. Josh talks Charity 32:23

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This episode I talk about Charity, Strong Adjectives, and Present Perfect for vs. since. 1. Go the extra mile, almsgiving/tradition/prayer Meaning: To make an extra effort. Example: He was willing to go the extra mile for the love of his life, Mia. 2. Snug as a bug in a rug Meaning: Warm and cozy. Example: The baby looks as snug as a bug in a rug n…

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