#397: How to Speak English Correctly WITHOUT Studying Grammar — Why Studying Grammar is Stopping You From Becoming Fluent in English, and What You Should Do Instead

In this episode, we delve into the common misconception that mastering grammar rules is essential before you can start speaking fluently. By absorbing language patterns and developing an intuitive sense for the language, you can improve your fluency naturally. Join us as we discuss practical tips and techniques for learning grammar in a more relaxed…

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#396: How I Stopped Being Afraid of Making Mistakes in English

This episode tackles the fear of making mistakes that holds many English learners back from speaking. We’ll shift your focus from achieving perfection to building connections. Join us as we explore the power of a positive mindset and practical tips to help you speak English confidently, even with stumbles along the way. Remember, it’s about…

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#395: My Coming Out Story — Podcast for ADVANCED English Learners: The Courage to Be Yourself, Life Lessons, and the Meaning Behind Pride Month (LGBTQ+)

June is Pride Month! And so in today’s episode, we explore topics of LGBTQ+ identity, the courage you need to be yourself. In this conversation, Ethan shares his journey of coming out, reflecting on the challenges and acceptance he faced, highlighting the importance of authenticity and finding support in our communities. This episode is perfect…

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#393: How I Understand Natives in ENGLISH When They Speak FAST (in Music, Movies, etc) — The Key to Comprehending Practically 100%, Learn with Music by ADELE, and How to Stop Sounding Like a Robot When You Speak

In this episode, we dive into the intriguing world of Connected Speech in English. Join us as one of our talented coaches sings lines from Adele’s popular songs, showcasing the natural flow and rhythm of spoken English. We will break down the connected speech patterns, helping you understand how words blend together in everyday conversation.…

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#382: The Story of How I Started to Speak English Like a Native Without Studying, Why You Shouldn’t See English as a School Subject, and the Power of Cultural Immersion for Achieving English Fluency

Meet our special guest in today’s episode who’s keen on reading Lord of the Rings if stranded on the Desert Island. If talking seriously, you’ll get a ton of tips on how to get your English wo a native-like level from our Content Manager at RealLife English, Izzy Mignot.Star Wars, Age of Empire – does…

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#381: 15 Strange Things About American Culture — At Home, School, on the Street — Movies vs. Reality, Is What You See on TV Actually True?

Dive into the fascinating world of movies versus real-life America with us! In this episode, we’ll unpack those quirky habits and behaviors we’ve picked up from American movies, along with our own observations. Expect a light-hearted, fun-filled discussion that’s sure to bring plenty of laughter. We can’t wait to share this journey with you, so…

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#380: Why Natives Speak English SO Fast (to your ears), How to Make Your Sentences in English FLOW Faster, and a Discussion About Relationships and Marriage

In today’s episode, we talk about connection. It’s an unusual episode, so we’ll not only cover connection in the English language – the connected speech and word chunks, but we will also listen to and comment on the clip from the interview with Brené Brown where she talks about a special bond we should nurture…

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#379: How I Stopped Translating in My Head and Started to THINK in English, Simple Tips You Can Apply to Be Thinking in English Today, Training Your Brain in a Natural Way, and More!

You can’t speak fast in English because you’re still thinking in your native language.How to transition from translating to thinking in English? There’s some knowledge behind it and hundreds of hours of practice. Stay tuned in today’s episode, and add a new learning method that might work for you! This Podcast Episode is Also Available…

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