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Duolingo has revolutionized the way that people learn languages, and is leading the world in free education. In fact, Duolingo’s promise is: Learn a language for free. Forever, a wonderful and altruistic mission. For this reason, millions are turning to Duolingo for their language learning needs. Leading this are people, probably like you, with an…

In this episode you are going to get some first hand English learning tips with our good friend, and podcast listener, Geanderson Esteves. Get some great advice from this model English learner who has really connected his life to his learning. We also explore the difference between learning English with native vs non-native English speakers, as…

Become a super English speaker in this action packed episode of the RealLife Podcast. Check out all the new words and notes below to help you follow along and learn as much as possible. Aww Yeah!! Learn More about our Fluency Course ‘Fluent with Friends’  Free Download  Download & Listen on Your Mobile: iTunes for Apple | Stitcher…

What’s up everybody?? This week I have another awesome, fun lesson for you with some popular new music: The hit song 7 Years by Lukas Graham. When you first listen to this song (or if you’ve heard it before), you might be thinking, understanding this native English is really difficult! But guess what? It’s not…

In the United States this time of year almost everyone, religious or not, is celebrating Christmas. During Christmastime, it’s common to decorate the house with lights and a tree with ornaments, make sweets like cookies and toffee, drink hot chocolate, play in the snow, and exchange presents with loved ones. Today I have a fun,…

Are you ready to kick ass with your English??? Get our FREE Ebook, 101 Words You’ll Never Learn at School Use #1 – To physically beat someone If you don’t give me the money you owe me, I’m gonna kick your ass buddy Jose Aldo is going to Kick Connor Mcgregor’s ass Use #2 – To…

Adele’s new song, Hello, is number 1 all over the world. But do you understand what she’s singing about? Even if you do get the basic meaning, have you caught all of the interesting expressions that she uses? And last, are you using music like this to help you improve your pronunciation and sound more…

Do you struggle to understand natives without subtitles? Is bad pronunciation blocking your fluency? We get e-mails every day from learners who know how to read and write extremely well, but for some strange reason, get their asses kicked every time they open their mouth or try to listen to natural native speech. They spend…