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Speak better English — one quick lesson at a time. Welcome to 5-Minute English Talk — your daily podcast to help you speak natural, real-world English with confidence. Each episode is just 5 minutes (or less!) and focuses on one useful topic: from everyday phrases, pronunciation tips, and speaking challenges, to small talk, grammar basics, and real-life situations. Whether you're a beginner or just want to sound more fluent, this show is your friendly, easy way to improve a little every day ...
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Breakout Business English is all about improving your confidence, vocabulary, grammar and fluency in Business English. If you're not a native English speaker and you use English as a 2nd language to communicate at work then this podcast is definitely for you! You’ll find tips, strategies, and tools to grow your professional communication skills, as well as vocabulary episodes aimed at giving you new, advanced, professional vocabulary around workplace themes. We explore how you can express yo ...
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Learn English with Free Podcasts Whether you are student or a seasoned speaker, our lessons offer something for everyone. We incorporate culture and current issues into each episode to give the most informative, both linguistically and culturally, podcasts possible. For those of you with just the plane ride to prepare, check our survival phrase series at EnglishClass101.com. One of these phrases just might turn your trip into the best one ever!
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This podcast is for English learners who want to practice their listening comprehension in a natural way. In each episode, an American speaker talks about different topics without reading a script. He speaks in a natural way, with native words and phrases, but he speaks a little more slowly and clearly than other native speakers. Each episode includes the transcript, which you can use to help you understand the speaker. If you want my advanced podcast episodes and my specialized training, th ...
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Get to know and learn English with Isi & Mitch; a bi-national couple in the UK. We talk all things British including pubs, small talk, music, food, the stiff upper lip and the bloody weather! We love to hear from our listeners and answer your questions on the English language or British life and culture. This is the authentic way to learn the language with day-to-day conversations and getting to know Isi & Mitch a little bit better. Become a member and we’ll give you interactive transcripts ...
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Prosecco N Prose is a monthly virtual book club. Literature is lit with entertaining English teachers Wendy and Amy as they dive deep while deconstructing prose and downing Prosecco. We talk all things book club and then some. We'd love feedback and always take into consideration requests.
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Welcome to my English class podcast. I want you to feel good about speaking English, that's why I'll give you some vocabulary and basic grammar rules you can use every day. Feel free to listen!
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It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Matt Potts as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic of Harry Potter chapter by chapter as Matt and Vanessa explore themes such as commitment, revenge and forgiveness. This podcast creates time in your week to think abo ...
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This week in "Star Wars Appreciation 101," Julia and Fern tackle The Empire Strikes Back from a certain point of view (sorry, we had to!). This episode covers narration and POV in literature and film, including how we identify a scene's point-of-view character or characters and what that can teach us. Other points of interest: What is narration, an…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, learn how to handle real-life airport situations in English — from check-in to boarding and beyond. This short lesson is perfect for your English speaking class, language learning goals, or even personal development. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, you’ll get simple, practical phrases to s…
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As we wrap up our final season of HPST, we're taking a look back at some of our favorite moments! This week we're revisiting our 2017 episode where special guest, Professor Stephanie Paulsell, introduces a new spiritual practice to Vanessa and Casper — Florilegia. Harry Potter and the Sacred Text is a Not Sorry Production Find us at our website | F…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll help you confidently order food in English — at cafés, restaurants, or food trucks. Learn real phrases, simple sentence structures, and polite expressions to make your language learning more practical and fun. Short, useful, and perfect for your everyday conversations. 🎯 Let’s order like a native — in…
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Transcript I bring good news. It turns out that learning a second language is actually doing much more for you than you think. Sure, the communication stuff is great, but were you aware that it's also protecting your brain against potential future ailments, while also allowing you to have more neuroplasticity (the rewiring of your brain) and more c…
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Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk — your daily podcast for real-life, everyday English that’s simple, practical, and confident. In today’s episode, we’re heading to the store! Whether you’re shopping for clothes, groceries, or gifts, this episode will teach you how to: ✅ Start a conversation in a store ✅ Ask about sizes, prices, colors, and ret…
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Send Chris a message Are you a professional who uses English as a second language at work? Do you want to feel more confident, fluent, and natural in business conversations? Join Business English Coach Chris in this episode of the Breakout Business English podcast as we explore how to talk about failure, responsibility, and consequences in a profes…
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Sharing your opinion in English doesn’t have to sound too direct or harsh. In this episode, we’ll explore natural alternatives to “I think” that help you express yourself clearly and politely. From softening phrases like “It seems to me…” to more confident ones like “From my point of view…,” you'll learn how to speak your mind without sounding rude…
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Ever say “uh,” “um,” or “you know” while speaking English? Don’t worry — everyone does it! In this episode, we explore how native speakers use filler words to sound more natural, buy thinking time, and keep conversations flowing. You'll learn when these little pauses help — and when they don’t. Plus, we’ll practice using common fillers the right wa…
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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Authenticity in Chapter 14 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Voldemort’s name, Hermione’s truth telling, and Ron’s splinching! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when should we prioritize authenticity? Thank you to Norah for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're r…
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Talking about hobbies is one of the easiest ways to start a fun and friendly conversation in English. In today’s episode of 5-Minute English Talk, you’ll learn how to speak naturally about what you love doing in your free time — whether it’s playing sports, reading, cooking, or watching movies. We’ll share useful phrases, real-life examples, and a …
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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss Sold by Patricia McCormick and sip a Frozen Lemon Fizzer prosecco cocktail. We talk about the horrific reality of child sex slavery, gender dynamics and women as property. Pop a cork to the strength of a woman! Ingredients for Today's Frozen Lemon Fizzer: 4 scoops lemon sorbet, 1 3/4 fl. oz. limoncello, 2 oz. Pr…
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Have you ever been in a conversation where someone spoke too fast or used a phrase you didn’t understand? Don’t worry — it happens to everyone! In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, you'll learn natural and polite ways to ask someone to repeat or explain — without feeling embarrassed or awkward. ✅ Real phrases used by native speakers 🎯 Challeng…
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Send Chris a message Delegating in English can be challenging for new managers, especially if speaking English is your second language. Today's podcast is full of Business English and professional vocabulary, grammar, and tips, to help you to sound more natural and native when speaking to your colleagues in English at work and delegating tasks to t…
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Today we're joined by a special guest... Mitch's mum. She talks about having and raising children in the UK; how kids speak to adults, how to educate children & being a childminder. She also defines common phrases that parents say to their children and answers your questions about raising a boy in the modern world & what Mitch was like as a child. …
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TRANSCRIPT A veces no me creo que el inglés sea un idioma real. Tiene reglas invisibles, expresiones que no tienen ningún p*to sentido, sustantivos que se convierten en verbos y verbos que se vuelven sustantivos. ¿Hay reglas, o estamos improvisando todos? En este episodio vemos por qué el inglés puede parecer tan caótico y cómo podemos navegarlo. I…
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Have you ever wanted to say something during a conversation but didn’t know how to interrupt without sounding rude? In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll teach you simple and polite phrases to help you jump into conversations with confidence — whether you’re in a meeting, class, or casual chat. ✅ Learn real expressions used by native spea…
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Knowing how to give simple directions in English is super helpful in daily life — whether you're helping a tourist, a friend, or guiding someone on a call. In this episode, you’ll learn natural phrases, key verbs, and examples to sound clear and friendly when giving directions. You’ll also learn what to say if you’re not sure, and get a fun speakin…
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Want to sound more real and confident when you're excited? In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we explore fun and natural ways to express excitement in everyday English — just like native speakers do. Learn phrases like “No way!” and “That’s amazing!”, understand how tone makes a difference, and discover how to show excitement in texts too. P…
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Saying “no” can feel uncomfortable — but in English, there are simple and polite ways to do it! In this episode, learn natural phrases to turn down invitations, offers, or requests without sounding rude. We’ll practice soft responses, give real-life examples, and show how to stay kind and confident while saying “no.” A great episode for anyone look…
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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Ritual in Chapter 13 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Umbridge’s list, the trio’s new identities, and the rituals of court! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what is the difference between habit and ritual? Thank you to Ingrid for this week’s voicemail! Next week…
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In this episode, you’ll learn how to agree or disagree with someone in a polite and natural way — without sounding too strong or rude. Discover phrases like “I see what you mean” and “I’m not so sure about that,” along with tone tips and real-life examples to sound confident and respectful in conversations.…
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In real life, we don’t always have the answers — and that’s okay! In this episode, learn how to say “I don’t know” in casual, polite, and confident ways. From “I’m not sure” to “No idea, honestly,” discover how native speakers express uncertainty without sounding awkward. Includes real examples and a fun speaking challenge!…
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Saying “sorry” is more than just a word — it’s about tone, timing, and using the right phrase for the situation. In this episode, you’ll learn how to say sorry in everyday English — from small mistakes to serious moments. We’ll cover phrases like “My bad,” “Sorry about that,” and “I didn’t mean to,” plus tips to sound sincere and natural.…
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Mitch and Isi discuss the lesser known traditions in the UK; can you really walk off-road from Brighton to Scotland? Is Guy Fawkes a modern-day superhero? Has Isi won a pub quiz? Boy George as Captain Hook?!?! Interactive Transcript Support Easy English and get interactive transcripts and bonus content for all our episodes: easyenglish.fm/membershi…
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Send Chris a message Business trips and traveling for business are an essential part of professional life, but speaking in English and talking about these can be challenging you don't speak English natively. Today's class is full of vocabulary and phrases that you can use to talk about travel for work, including formal and informal words and gramma…
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“It’s sunny today!” — Talking about the weather is a friendly, easy way to start conversations in English. In this episode, learn useful weather vocabulary, natural expressions, and how to use weather as a conversation starter. Plus, hear fun examples that sound just like native speakers. Includes a speaking challenge to try today!…
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Want to speak more fluently about your everyday life? This episode teaches you how to describe your routine using simple present tense, time words, and real-life examples. Learn how to ask and answer questions like “What time do you wake up?” and “What do you usually do after work?” Great for beginner to intermediate learners.…
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Learn how to give advice in English the natural way! In this episode, we explore soft and friendly phrases like “Maybe you should…” and “How about…?”, and show you how native speakers suggest things in real conversation. Plus, practice tone and pronunciation to sound more helpful, not bossy! Speaking challenge included.…
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