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The perfect podcast for English learners who can't be bothered to study and do their homework, but still want to practise their English. Come and chill with me, Emma, from the channels Pronunciation with Emma and Procrastination with Emma, while I talk about various topics to expose you to natural English, just as if you were sitting in the pub with me with a nice cold cider.
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Book your 1:1 lesson on Preply and use the code 'EMMA' to get 50% off! Book here: https://preply.in/emma50 What are some of the most common superstitions from England (and the UK in general)? Well, we'll talk about 14 of some of the most common ones so you can learn a little about English and British culture. Send me your suggestions, love and ramb…
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Book your 1:1 lesson on Preply and use the code 'EMMA' to get 50% off! Book here: https://preply.in/emma50 Listen to my story of how I learnt to speak fluent Spanish. I start from the very beginning, when I was a shy monolingual 19-year-old girl, and lead up to how I became the fluent, confident and independent woman I am today while living my drea…
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Why did I disappear for 8 months?! What happened? Will I be coming back with more podcast episodes? Listen to this episode to find out! Send me your suggestions, love and ramblings - theprocrastinationpod@gmail.com Find out more about me and my English pronunciation courses on my website. Disclaimer This episode contains swearing. I believe swearin…
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In this episode, Teacher Zdenek (an English teacher from the Czech Republic) and I answer MORE of your questions about teaching English online and starting your own business. GO AND FOLLOW TEACHER ZDENEK! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherzdenek/ Webpage: https://linktr.ee/TeacherZdenek Send me your suggestions, love, and ramblings here t…
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I answer your question about my trip to Japan and South Korea! :) Send me your suggestions, love, and ramblings here to theprocrastinationpod@gmail.com WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow m…
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I went to Japan and South Korea this summer! I tell you all about what I got up to, what surprised me most about the trip and loads more!! This episode is part 1. Part 2 will be answering all your questions related to the trip. Send me your suggestions, love, and ramblings here to theprocrastinationpod@gmail.com WARNING: This episode contains swear…
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I talk about IATEFL 2023 in Harrogate and how AI is being used in English Language Teaching. Will it replace English teachers? Please feel free to share your opinions! Prefer the video version? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/GXARANe3qlM Send me your suggestions, love, and ramblings here to theprocrastinationpod@gmail.com WARNING: This episode cont…
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More ghost stories and I think Freya (my dog) is secretly planning to kill me with wooden shanks. :( Prefer the video version? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/1VCVbJXm_-0 Send me your suggestions, love, and ramblings here to theprocrastinationpod@gmail.com WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of langua…
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You can now send me questions and topic suggestions to theprocrastinationpod@gmail.com! Please send me some questions and topics for me to cover in future episodes. Thank you in advance and I LOVE YOUUUU! Prefer the video version? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/nW3c_tGasSo WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an import…
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In this episode I talk about my experience of learning Arabic at the start of this year how why I ended up quitting. :( Prefer the video version? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/R58TluaNvNQ WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then th…
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What things do you need to think about when choosing your English teacher. In this episode, I discuss what you need to think about and what you should NEVER do if you're looking for an English teacher. This episode wasn't sponsored! I just wanted to share my Preply code in case you wanted to try it out! :) 🌟 Book a lesson on Preply and use the code…
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Learn the 5 steps to help you create an effective language learning plan that will help you improve your English much faster. This method will help you stay consistent, motivated, and be on your way to achieving your languguage goals, whether that's passing an exam, travelling to a new country, and getting your dream job. 🌟 TRY THE STUDY TIME CALCU…
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Everyone always talks about HOW to learn English. Well, in this episode, I talk about HOW NOT to learn English. Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode conta…
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In this episode, I reflect on 2022, share some life updates, and talk about my 2023 New Year's resolutions and goals! Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode…
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In this episode, Teacher Zdenek (an English teacher from the Czech Republic) and I answer other English teachers' questions about creating English language courses for learners of English. We talk about how to grow on social media, find time to create content when you already have a busy scheule as well as how to start doing extra teaching and cour…
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I talk about 10 reasons (plus a bonus one!) why many language learners fail to learn another language and achieve a high level of proficiency. I talk about how to solve these issues so you can ensure you're not "doomed" to giving up and failing to achieve your language goals. WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/pa07NsBATLo Remember to ch…
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In this episode, Teacher Zdenek (an English teacher from the Czech Republic) and I answer other English teachers' questions about getting started in the online teaching world and developing your own online teaching business. In this episode, we talk about finding a niche, overcoming issues that non-native English teachers face online in the industr…
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Special guest Stew Sensei (an English teacher from the UK who is living in Japan) and I discuss your most controversial language learning opinions as well as some (pretty bad ones!) that I have come across online. We also talk about some language learning myths and play devil's advocate a bit with some of your opinions to make it REALLY interesting…
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This episode is a free audio version of the difficult sound combination sentences from my YouTube video "How to Learn British English Pronunciation - Shadowing Exercise // LEVEL: ADVANCED". WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/-Lf2E_tsuCM Remember to check out my YouTube channel for more British English pronunciation videos! Also, as a side note,…
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In this episode I answer your Q&A questions about living and working in Spain. What's it like being an English teacher here in Spain? How am I getting permanent residency here in Spain as a Brit after Brexit? I answer these questions in this episode! Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pr…
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In this episode I talk about some cultural differences between the UK and Spain. I talk about how life is different for me now here, if I'm happier here, why I moved here, and so much more. I answer all your questions on this episode! Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro!…
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In this episode I teach you some español! I answer all your questions about weather, food, language, and culture here in Spain (more specifically, Barcelona). Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglish…
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In this episode I share a little update on life and some weird things happening before actually talking about motivation in language learning. I talk about how to stay motivated as well as how to find your motivation again when you've lost it. Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronuncia…
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I answer ALLLL of your personal questions, from my teaching life, work life, why I vanished off social media for half a year, my partner, my new life in Spain, and so much more. **DISCOUNT FOR THE PRONUNCIATION PRO MEMBERSHIP SITE** Use code "HAPPYBIRTHDAY" for a 15% discount to celebrate me turning 30! Whoop! :) Join here: https://courses.pronunci…
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I take you from the very beginning of my teaching career, back when I was 16 years old, all the way through to the present day. I talk about what I studied, my experiences, companies I've worked for, and why I started teaching on social media and online. **DISCOUNT FOR THE PRONUNCIATION PRO MEMBERSHIP SITE** Use code "BRISTOL15" for a 15% discount.…
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Today we're going to talk about British pub culture. What should and shouldn't you do in a British pub? What's a round? What does the bell ringing mean? You'll find out in this episode. Bottom's up!! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like i…
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So we all know the typical idioms, right? Piece of cake... once in a blue moon... etc. But do you know the more vulgar ones? The ones that native speakers ACTUALLY use daily? I bet you don't! In this episode you'll learn 10 new idioms with swear words. Definitely don't listen if swear words offend you! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I bel…
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I asked you all to send me some interesting things about your cultures and I compare them to the culture(s) in the UK to see how similar/different we all are! This is part 2 of 2. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't t…
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I asked you all to send me your culture related questions for me to answer. This is part 1 of 2. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastinatio…
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I am back!! In this episode I talk about where I've been these past few months, some updates on things, and my potentially controversial opinions about other online English teachers and the English Teaching industry as a whole. Come and fight me! Well... actually... maybe not too much as I'm still not mentally recovered from my burnout and everythi…
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In this episode I talk about ways to learn English (or any language) from the very beginning. I talk about it from the perspective of a language learner as well as a language teacher and give you tips on how to improve your English. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and languag…
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In this episode I talk about a few controversial topics in the English Teaching world... why do English learners suck at learning English? Who's to blame for it? And how can we fix it? WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this is…
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Weeeeeeuuuu...... BOOM!!! It's bonfire night here in the UK, otherwise known as Guy Fawkes Night. It's an event which happens in the UK every 5th November that not many people around the world know about. Are you ready to learn about this popular UK cultural event which also has a famous poem about it (that we all learn in school)? Then have a list…
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Video games are quite possibly my favourite way to learn languages. In this episode, I share my favourite game recommendations for learning English that will help you improve ALL areas of your language skills, including your speaking skills and how to find people to talk to and game with online. //JOIN MY DISCORD https://discord.gg/aydkb4z Follow m…
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In this episode I share 8 tips and a little story about my own pronunciation journey with learning Spanish and Japanese. All these tips are things that I have personally done so *I KNOW* they work! They worked for me, and I hope they work for you too. // DOWNLOAD ELSA FOR FREE (7 day trial) http://bit.ly/ELSAxEmma // GET THE EXCLUSE ELSA OFFER OF 3…
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This is the most important podcast episode I think you will ever listen to in your life. I mean it. If you think English is difficult, let me share a secret I have with you that will get you speaking English confidently ASAP. It takes just a TINY bit of work, but it will have life changing effects for the rest of your life! WARNING: This episode co…
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If you think that we only eat fish and chips and roast dinners here, then you're WRONG!! Today we're talking about FOOD! I share some typical British food (though I focus mostly on English food) and snacks that you need to try. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in …
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In this episode I share some cities and towns that I recommend you visit that are NOT LONDON. London is expensive, and if you want a proper feel and experience of the UK, I highly recommend you check out the cities and town in this episode. All the opinions are my own, so don't take it as "THESE ARE THE BEST PLACES AND EVERYWHERE ELSE SUCKS". No. T…
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In this episode I share a lot of mistakes I've made (and observed) while being an English teacher, especially at the start of my English teaching career. I also share some stories of a few troublesome students who were quite racist, sexist, and...generally unpleasant... to teach. All in the hopes of showing you that the wonderful world of teaching …
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This episode covers the pronunciation differences between swearwords and "innocent" words in English. After this lesson, you'll never tell someone that you left a $h1t on the bed, ever again!! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then…
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This episode answers your questions about what it was like growing up in the UK, the education system I experienced here, bullying, where I went on holiday as a kid, and so on. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the …
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This episode is for my fellow teachers! In this episode we're going to delve into a topic which I get asked about A LOT! How did I turn from a depressed and shy girl who used to look at YouTube teachers with absolute envy while I wiped arses for a living in a care home... to starting my own online English teaching business, working only for myself,…
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In this episode I talk you through laziness, motivation, and how to create the absolute best study plan for yourself! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTu…
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I answer your questions about politeness, culture, and etiquette in England (and the UK in general). I also talk you through 16 of the top things you SHOULD NEVER DO in England, unless you want to be really rude, as well as some useful phrases to use if you ever meet a Brit. Do remember that politeness is a cultural thing, and what's polite in one …
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This week I talk about some creepy (potentially) paranormal things that have happened to me throughout my 28 years on this planet. Some of these stories just CAN'T be explained. I also talk about 2 of my absolute deepest fears. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in …
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I have searched the world, far and wide, to bring you all of the "top tips" on how to sound like a native English speaker. Why should you sound like a native English speaker? How does a native English speaker sound? Should you listen to teachers who tell you to sound like a native English speaker? Well, my fellow procrastinators, we're going to hav…
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