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#447: How Long Does it Take to Get Fluent in English? — My Experience and How to Reach Your English Fluency Faster (Than Me)
Are you wondering how long it actually takes to become fluent in English? In this powerful episode of the RealLife English Podcast, Ethan sits down with Izzy, our Fluency Coach and a passionate English learner who has reached a native-like level, and shares exactly how he did it. 💡 You’ll discover: Whether you’re just starting out…
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#446: My Daily Routine for Learning Languages — Improve Your English Every Day with These Habits for the Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Struggling to stay consistent with your English learning? Discover the powerful daily routine that helps language learners succeed — morning, afternoon, and evening. In this episode, Ethan shares the RealLife Way methodology, backed by mental health habits, communication practice, and real human connection. Learn how to stop thinking like a learner and start living as…
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#445: Improve Your English Speaking with 5 Funny NEWS STORIES — Podcast for English Learners
In this laugh-out-loud episode, Izzy teams up with Humbert, our video producer and resident movie buff, to break down some of the craziest real news stories — including a parrot swearing at zoo visitors, a suspect caught thanks to a hilariously bad sketch, and even an alligator used in a robbery! As always, you’ll pick…
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#444: 3 Exercises to Speak English Faster (Like a Native) — Proven Tips That Work For Anyone, Why You Still Speak Slowly, and Using Rap Songs to Train Your English
In this episode, Ethan shares 3 powerful exercises to help you unlock fast, fluent English! Learn practical tips to boost your speaking speed, discover fun travel-related vocabulary, and test your listening skills with Oprah, Adele, and Homer Simpson. And how about a rap song challenge? Tune in to have some fun while learning to speak…
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#443: How You Can Speak English with CONFIDENCE — We Analyzed the Speech of These 5 Non-Native Celebrities
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journeys of five celebrities who learned English as a second language and used it as a powerful tool to connect with the world and achieve international success. Join Izzy and Ethan as they break down real video clips of each star, analyze their English, and highlight one…
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#442: Learn 30 Advanced Expressions From This Powerful TED Talk — Best TED Talks for Learning English
In this inspiring episode, Ethan takes you on a journey through one of the most powerful TED Talks ever — Jill Bolte Taylor’s “My Stroke of Insight.” You’ll not only learn 30+ advanced English expressions in context, but you’ll also explore fascinating ideas about the brain, ego, emotions, and human connection. Ethan breaks down key…
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#441: How to Stop Translating in Your Head and START to Think in English — Here’s What I Did
Want to stop translating in your head and start thinking naturally in English? In this episode, Izzy shares his personal journey from being a native Portuguese speaker in Brazil to mastering fluent English. Discover 3 powerful principles that helped him break free from the habit of mental translation — including the surprising truth about why…
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#440: How to Become FLUENT in English by Playing Video Games — Stories From Learners Who Did it, and Our Favorite Video Games from Our Childhoods
In this episode, Izzy and Ethan explore how video games helped RealLife English team members learn real, everyday English. Discover three inspiring stories, learn why gaming is an underrated learning tool, and get recommendations for mobile games you can start using today. Plus, take a nostalgic trip with us through some classic games from our…
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#439: How to Understand Americans 100% When They Speak Fast — 5 Speech Patterns You Must Know, Real Clip Analysis, and a Deep Reflection on Global Consciousness
Are you ready to transform your English listening and speaking skills? 🚀 In today’s episode, we dive deep into the magic of connected speech — the secret weapon that fluent English speakers use every day without even thinking about it. You’ll listen to an authentic American speaker who sounds just like the average native you’d…
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