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5 Minute English Talk

5 Minutes English Talk

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Welcome to 5-Minute English Talk - your daily dose of real-world English made simple. In just 5 minutes (or even less!), you'll learn something useful every day, from everyday phrases and clear pronunciation, to casual small talk, grammar basics, and real-life speaking tips. No pressure, no textbooks, just easy, practical English you can use right away. Whether you're just starting out or want to sound more natural, this podcast is here to help, like a friend by your side. Short. Simple. Rea ...
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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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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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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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Harry Potter and the Sacred Text

Not Sorry Productions

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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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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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Book Dreams

Eve Yohalem and Julie Sternberg / The Podglomerate

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Book Dreams is a podcast for everyone who loves books and misses English class. In each episode co-hosts Julie Sternberg and Eve Yohalem explore a book-related topic they can’t stop thinking about, everything from the genius of your favorite picture books to books bound in human skin. Julie and Eve are both award-winning authors, which allows them to come at interviews with an insider’s knowledge as well as all the wonder associated with storytelling. Book Dreams is brought to you by The Pod ...
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we take you inside the gym — teaching you the exact English phrases you need for joining a membership, asking about classes, and describing your fitness goals. Whether you’re a beginner or a regular, you’ll learn how to ask questions, respond naturally, and speak with confidence in a real gym setting. Perfe…
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This week, Matt and Casper explore the theme of Healing in Chapter 23 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Dobby’s return, Lucius’s attempts to get back in Voldemort’s good graces, and Wormtail’s hand! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what does it mean to heal imperfectly? Thank you to Sophie for this week’s voicema…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce teach you how to talk about your job or studies naturally in English. Learn short and simple ways to introduce what you do, add small details to make conversations more interesting, and practice useful follow-up questions. You’ll hear real-life examples, repeat-after-me practice, and a mini d…
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Send Chris a message In part 2 of our series on management styles we're looking at transactional management and laissez faire management. We talk about the details of each style, the situations that you might find it useful to use each style, and some vocabulary, phrases, and words that you can use to communicate in these styles. So if you're a man…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore the many different ways native speakers say yes and no. From casual responses like “yeah” and “nope” to polite answers and strong agreements or refusals, you’ll learn how to choose the right expression for every situation. Practice with repeat-after-me examples, listen to natural mini…
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What does it mean to sound natural? Is it something we can practice? (YES). This episode is a guide on how to make your English flow, and help you achieve the ultimate goal: to sound more like you. It turns out (resulta que) there's something you can start doing today that will give you the fastest results. This episode is about exactly that. [TRAN…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce show you how three simple words — please, could, and would — can make your English sound more polite, respectful, and natural. Learn how to use them in everyday situations, from making requests to offering help. You’ll hear practical examples, practice with repeat-after-me sentences, and list…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce guide you through one of the most important skills in English — introducing yourself. Learn how to introduce yourself in different situations: casually at school, professionally at work, or warmly when meeting a new friend. You’ll hear natural examples, practice repeat-after-me sentences, and…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’re helping you master one of the most practical English skills — giving directions! Whether you’re guiding a tourist, helping a coworker, or just being friendly to a stranger, this episode teaches natural phrases, real-life dialogues, and pronunciation practice to help you give clear, polite, and confide…
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This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Farewells in Chapter 22 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Potterwatch, hearing Lupin’s voice again, and Ron’s return from his own farewell! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does a farewell differ from a goodbye? Thank you to Sophie for this week’s voicemail! …
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore one of the most powerful words in English — sorry. Learn how to use it in everyday situations: from small mistakes to big apologies, from being polite to showing empathy. Discover cultural differences between British and American English, practice real-life phrases, and hear a natural…
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Send Chris a message Today we're talking about management styles and the business English vocabulary, phrases and grammar that we can use when speaking about them, in English, at work. In part one of our series on leadership styles we're talking about democratic leadership and autocratic leadership. We discuss what these two styles are, when each i…
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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss a much-loved teen classic Forever by Judy Blume. We discuss Ernest Hemingway, teen sex, naming conventions of certain anatomy, and, of course, our Maple Fizz cocktail. Pop a cork to books about first love and first times that stick with you forever. Ingredients for Today's Maple Fizz Prosecco Cocktail: 2 tsp map…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explain the difference between home and house — two simple words that learners often confuse. Learn when to use home to express belonging and comfort, and when to use house for the physical building. Hear real-life examples, practice useful phrases, and get a motivational boost to speak more …
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If you haven't grown up speaking English, you might have a difficult time making some of these vowel sounds. This episode is all about helping you feel more comfortable with those "in-between" sounds that seem to escape us at times. A step by step guide for how to really internalise these sounds and apply them right away. Transcript…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore one of the most fun and natural ways to connect in English — by talking about your favorite movie, actor, or singer! Learn easy phrases, hear a real-life example conversation, and discover how sharing what you love can improve your fluency. Plus, Jane reveals her love for Titanic, and…
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Working holidays, lunch at your desk, small talk at meetings, wild Christmas parties & tea breaks... we discuss 5 strange work habits in the UK. Interactive Transcript Support Easy English and get interactive transcripts and bonus content for all our episodes: easyenglish.fm/membership Transcript Isi: [0:22] Hiya! Mitch: [0:23] Hiya! Isi: [0:24] Hi…
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Starting conversations with new people can feel awkward — but it doesn’t have to be! In today’s episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll help you break the ice naturally with classmates, colleagues, or new friends. You’ll learn friendly ways to say hello, ask casual questions, and respond with confidence. We’ve even added a mini dialogue and your da…
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Heading out on a short weekend trip? 🚗 Whether it’s with friends, colleagues, or classmates, this episode of 5-Minute English Talk helps you talk naturally about your weekend plans in English. Learn how to invite someone to join, ask about their plans, and react confidently in everyday conversations. We’ll walk through real-life phrases, a mini dia…
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We (authors Eve Yohalem and Julie Sternberg) are opening a bookstore called Books & Cake in Hillsdale, New York! Renovations are underway--take a listen to hear how they're going; how we decided to take this step together; what's surprised us along the way; our unusual plan for organizing the books in the store; a few book recommendations; and more…
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Julie and Eve have big news! Find us on⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram (@bookdreamspodcast)⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. We encourage you to visit our ⁠website⁠⁠ for information about our episodes, guests, and more. Book Dreams is a part of ⁠Lit Hub Radio⁠ and the ⁠Podglomerate network⁠, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcas…
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This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Resistance in Chapter 21 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Xenophilius’s trap, Hermione’s outgoing act of kindness, and the three brothers! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we prepare to resist? Thank you to our anonymous listener for this week’s voicemail…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we dive into one of the most useful everyday English skills — calling technical support. Whether it’s slow Wi-Fi, a phone that won’t connect, or a confusing error message, talking to support agents can feel stressful — especially when English isn’t your first language. We’ll teach you simple, natural phrase…
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Send Chris a message Taking vacations and holidays is a great break from professional life. However, talking about these to your colleagues and agreeing these with your managers in English can be challenging. Especially if you speak English at work as a second language. Today we'll discuss the vocabulary, grammar, and phrases that we need to arrang…
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Celebrating someone’s success is a great way to build stronger relationships — whether it’s your friend, colleague, or neighbor! 🎉 In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll explore natural and friendly ways to congratulate someone on their achievement. From a simple “Well done!” to thoughtful phrases for work promotions, exam results, or pers…
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