Best Xochitl Podcasts (2024)

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S5 E5 - "Embracing Cultural Heritage and Identity" with Xochitl Dixon 40:53

8d ago40:53

40:53

In this episode of Global Glory Chasers, host Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young engages in a heartfelt conversation with author Xochitl Dixon about her journey in writing children's literature that celebrates diversity and cultural heritage. They discuss the importance of representation in books, the healing power of storytelling, and the inspiration behin…

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S5 E6 - "Experiencing God's Glory: Stories from the Mission Field" with Kyle Guerrero 37:18

6h ago37:18

37:18

In this episode of Global Glory Chasers, host Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young engages in a heartfelt conversation with Kyle Guerrero about his experiences in missions and travel. They explore the importance of heart posture in missions, the profound lessons learned through cultural exchanges, and the joy of culinary adventures around the world. Kyle shar…

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10 Burning Questions for the World of Books and Reading 14:57

5d ago14:57

14:57

An audio version of a post I wrote for Book Riot recently, The 10 Most Interesting Questions in the World of Books and Reading. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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S5E4 - "Exploring God’s Glory Through Family Travel" with Tasha Jun 33:27

15d ago33:27

33:27

In this episode of Global Glory Chasers, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young and Tasha Jun discuss the significance of family travel, cultural identity, and the experiences that shape their understanding of God's glory. They share travel tips, favorite destinations, and the importance of food in creating memories. Tasha also reads from her memoir, 'Tell Me t…

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S5E3 - "The Power of Encouragement in Writing" with Marie Chan 33:19

23d ago33:19

33:19

In this episode of Global Glory Chasers, host Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young interviews Marie Chan, author of 'Mamie Takes a Stand.' They discuss the importance of representation in children's literature, the historical context of the book, and the educational resources available for parents and educators. Marie shares her personal journey as a writer a…

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S5E2 - "Creating Safe Spaces: The Power of Stories" with Mitali Perkins 41:46

1M ago41:46

41:46

In this conversation, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young interviews Mitali Perkins, an award-winning author, about her writing journey and the themes in her books. They discuss the importance of perseverance in the arts, the power of stories to create safe and welcoming spaces for young people, and the role of literature in helping children explore justice …

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S5E1 - "Experiencing the 2024 Paris Olympics" with Shawn Young and Meilani Gilmore Young 39:39

1M ago39:39

39:39

In this episode, Dorina and her family discuss their recent trip to the Paris Olympics and why travel is a priority for them. They share their multiracial heritage and how it has influenced their love for exploring different cultures. The family highlights the importance of travel in broadening perspectives and learning about the world. They also t…

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Democracy...the Book 23:22

2M ago23:22

23:22

This episode is from our old podcast series Annotated, and it seemed fitting to bring it out of the archive this election season. In this episode: A woman with no prior political experience decides to run for city commission in her small college town. So she goes to the library and checks out a book called How to Win a Local Election. And she wins.…

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Topic Talk | The Last Episode ... 24:32

2M ago24:32

24:32

It's with heavy hearts that Xochitl and I are announcing that this is our last episode. We put the "..." in the title to indicate that no one knows the future and there may be a time we start the podcast up again. But for now, we won't be releasing any new episodes. A huge thank you and a huge hug from Xochitl and me to all of our listeners out the…

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My Reading Life 59:19

2M ago59:19

59:19

While I am out on vacation, I am bringing something out from the vault. I have done a couple of "Reading Life" episodes here on First Edition with Adam Limon and James McBride, and that format got started as its own, sadly ended, podcast series: Reading Lives. While I was doing that show, I got a bunch of requests for my own episode, which I tried …

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Topic Talk | The Future of ESL 25:20

2M ago25:20

25:20

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about what they think the future of ESL entails. 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase. 00:00:17 Jack An…

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Idiom Academy | Drop the ball and Fall off 7:48

3M ago7:48

7:48

Here are the meanings of the phrases "drop the ball" and "fall off": Drop the Ball "Drop the ball" is an idiom that means to make a mistake or fail to meet an obligation or responsibility. It suggests that someone has let something important slip through the cracks, leading to a failure or mishap. The phrase likely originates from sports, where dro…

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What is Going On With Book Sales? 52:15

3M ago52:15

52:15

Jeff is joined by Brenna Connor, Director & Industry Analyst for U.S. books sales for Circana. She has the goods: what is selling, what is trending, how retailers are doing, and much more. I learned a TON, and I bet you will too. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Subst…

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Topic Talk | More Silly Questions 16:56

3M ago16:56

16:56

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack answer more silly questions. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase. 00:00:17 Jack And if you. 00:…

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Topic Talk | What if I don't want children? 19:34

3M ago19:34

19:34

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl explains why she may not want to have children. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase. 00:00:17 Jack And i…

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Vocabulary Spotlight | play sports, do martial arts, and run track and cross country 8:30

3M ago8:30

8:30

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack explain when to use play, do, and run with activities related to exercise. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one wor…

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Topic Talk | We ask each other funny questions 21:43

3M ago21:43

21:43

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack ask each other funny questions. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase. 00:00:17 Jack And if you. …

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IELTS | Xochitl and Jack take the IELTS 14:44

3M ago14:44

14:44

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack offer some tips for IELTS test takers and then each of them answer an IELTS speaking question. Transcript: IELTS Speaking Part 3 involves a two-way discussion with the examiner, typically lasting 4-5 minutes. This part requires you to express opinions, discuss abstract ideas, and provi…

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Studying Perinatal Well-being with Dr. Bruma Palacios Hernández (offered in Spanish, Ofrecido en español) 1:03:32

3M ago1:03:32

1:03:32

Acompáñenos este mes para un podcast informativo y muy relevante. La Dra. Palacios Hernández brinda información invaluable sobre la salud mental perinatal en México, incluidos los efectos de los desastres naturales, la pandemia y los factores contextuales. También aborda la importancia de crear espacios seguros y promover el apoyo social para reduc…

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Topic Talk | Funerals and the loss of a loved one 36:43

3M ago36:43

36:43

In this emotional episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about funerals and the loss of a loved one. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase.…

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Topic Talk | Is it ethical to eat meat? 12:35

4M ago12:35

12:35

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about whether or not they think it's ethical for people to eat meat. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A to Z English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word a…

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The Reading Life of Ada Limón 53:46

4M ago53:46

53:46

In this episode of First Edition, the reading life of U.S. National Poet Laureate Ada Limón. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Discussed in this episode: You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World, edited by Ada Limón In Praise of Mystery by Ada Limón, illustrated by Peter S…

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Topic Talk | What kind of Barbie or Ken are you? 11:33

4M ago11:33

11:33

Did you enjoy the Barbie movie? Well, in this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl describes what kind of Barbie she thinks she would be, and Jack describes what kind of Ken he would be? Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A to Z English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is …

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Topic Talk | Is cheating in a relationship ever justified? 19:29

4M ago19:29

19:29

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss the question: Is cheating in a relationship ever justified? Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all l…

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Topic Talk | Xochitl's Coffee Business 16:31

4M ago16:31

16:31

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl talks about the organic coffee business she has started with her partner. Transcript: 00:01:24 Jack Kind of a a sky blue or or light blue color with a a really cool logo and everything on there and so I was just wondering like what's going on with that? 00:01:36 Xochitl Well, that I started sel…

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Grammar Zone | a historic or an historic? 7:49

4M ago7:49

7:49

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about "a" and "an." Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase. 00:00:17 Jack And if you. 00:00:1…

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Topic Talk | Man or Bear? 20:13

4M ago20:13

20:13

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl presents Jack with a conundrum: Would you rather have your daughter or wife encounter a strange bear or a strange man while alone in the woods? Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID…

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Vocabulary Spotlight | 3 Confusing Words 12:36

4M ago12:36

12:36

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl shares 3 confusing words with the listeners. She and Jack explain the meanings of the words and how to use them in sentences. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English po…

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Am I the Jerk? | Too Rich for My Blood 9:51

4M ago9:51

9:51

Too rich for my blood: The phrase "too rich for my blood" is an idiomatic expression meaning that something is too expensive or beyond one's financial reach. It conveys the idea that the cost or price of something is more than what the speaker is willing or able to pay. This phrase is often used in social or economic contexts to indicate that a par…

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Topic Talk | The Tuna Fish Sandwich Debate 11:52

4M ago11:52

11:52

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl explains the tuna fish sandwich debate question to Jack. Then, Jack offers his opinion on the situation. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A to Z Listeners this is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English pod…

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Ayana Mathis and THE UNSETTLED 46:03

4M ago46:03

46:03

Jeff O'Neal talks with Ayana Mathis about her latest book, The Unsettled. The Unsettled was a 2023 New York Times Notable Book of the Year, and a Best Book of the Year selection by The New Yorker, The Washington Post, Oprah Daily, and others. The Unsettled is now available in paperback. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through th…

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Topic Talk | Which chores do you hate and which ones don't you mind? 13:09

4M ago13:09

13:09

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about which chores they hate and which ones they don't mind. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all low…

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Idiom Academy | 3 Idioms about Rain 7:32

4M ago7:32

7:32

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss three idioms related to rain. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, A is the English podcast listeners. It's Jack here and we just want to announce that we are now on WeChat. Our WeChat ID is A-Z English podcast that is A-Z English podcast, one word all lowercase. 00:00:17 Jack And if…

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Topic Talk | Introducing The A to Z English Corner! 7:39

4M ago7:39

7:39

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about their new venture in China with the creation of The A to Z English Corner. ❤ The A to Z English Corner Class Link: https://voovmeeting.com/p/6511832952 10 Classes for Free! Mon. - Fri. @ 9:00p.m. WeChat: atozenglishpodcast 👉 Please follow these instructions: 1. Read and chec…

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Quick Tips | Minimal pairs with the sounds /p/ and /b/ 8:12

5M ago8:12

8:12

You can donate to the podcast here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/donations or here: WeChat: atozenglishpodcast In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss minimal pairs. They focus on the /p/ and /b/ sounds. Minimal pairs are pairs of words that differ by only one phoneme and have …

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Vocabulary Spotlight | Common English Similes 9:20

5M ago9:20

9:20

You can donate to the podcast here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/donations or WeChat: atozenglishpodcast As easy as pie - Very easy "The exam was as easy as pie." As stubborn as a mule - Very stubborn "He's as stubborn as a mule and won't listen to reason As strong as an ox - Very strong "After years of weigh…

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Studying Perinatal Well-being with Dr. Karen Martínez-González, MD (offered in English, with Spanish at end of interview) 43:18

5M ago43:18

43:18

Join us this month to learn about the critical findings on the effects of natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic on perinatal women in Puerto Rico. Dr. Martinez-Gonzalez also provides policy recommendations for ensuring perinatal people have the social support needed during large-scale events. She also shares exciting information about researc…

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Vocabulary Spotlight | 3 Expressions using the word "point" 7:51

5M ago7:51

7:51

To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content or WeChat: atozenglishpodcast Point At Meaning: To direct someone's attention to something by extending a finger or other object towards it. Usage: Example 1: "She pointed at the painting on the wall." Example …

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Topic Talk | Helicopter Moms and Sports Dads 12:42

5M ago12:42

12:42

To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content or WeChat: atozenglishpodcast In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, we talk about how parents sometimes get too involved or invested in their children's lives. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, it is the …

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Topic Talk | Xochitl's trip to China 13:10

5M ago13:10

13:10

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl talks about her trip to China. To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content or WeChat: atozenglishpodcast Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, it is the English podcast listeners. This is Jack here. We are …

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Topic Talk | Why people hate English 18:33

5M ago18:33

18:33

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack gives some common reasons why people might hate English. To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content The reasons why some people may express a dislike for the English language can vary widely based on p…

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(Open Vault) Topic Talk | How to learn English with music 10:46

5M ago10:46

10:46

In this exclusive episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about how music can help you improve your English. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 Jack And if you would like to become a an exclusive subscriber to the show, you can hit the link in the description and that will take you to our R…

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Claire Messud and THIS STRANGE, EVENTFUL HISTORY 34:44

5M ago34:44

34:44

In this episode, Jeff talks with Claire Messud about her new novel, This Strange, Eventful History. Subscribe to First Edition via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. For episode extras, subscribe to the First Edition Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Book Riot

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Topic Talk | 3 strategies for overcoming a plateau in your language journey 13:12

5M ago13:12

13:12

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack provide three good strategies for overcoming a plateau in your language learning journey…

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Idiom Academy | Expressions which use the word "finger" 8:52

5M ago8:52

8:52

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack give you three expressions which use the word "finger." Butterfingers: Definition: This …

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Vocabulary Spotlight | Slang terms that have become common 11:02

5M ago11:02

11:02

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about slang terms that have become commonly used by many English speakers. Bling: T…

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Topic Talk | Recurring Dreams 15:10

5M ago15:10

15:10

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about their recurring dreams. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is …

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Culture Corner | What do you hate about your culture? 16:27

5M ago16:27

16:27

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about aspects of their cultures that they strongly dislike. Transcript: 00:00:00 Ja…

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Topic Talk | Spoon Theory 15:16

5M ago15:16

15:16

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about spoon theory: Spoon Theory: The Spoon Theory is a metaphor used to explain th…

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Dear Xochitl and Jack | I'm anxious about my accent 11:15

5M ago11:15

11:15

Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack help out a listener who is anxious about having an accent when speaking English. Dear Xo…

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