Best Idiomatic Expressions Podcasts (2025)

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Shadow English Practice – Polite Expressions for Everyday English 2:28

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Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk! I’m Bruce, and today’s Wednesday session is all about Shadow English — the simple method where you listen, repeat, and copy my intonation to sound more natural and confident. In this episode, we’re practicing useful polite expressions you can use at work, with friends, or anywhere in daily life. You’ll repeat …

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Let’s Grab Coffee: How to Invite Someone Naturally in English 4:34

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In this social and fun episode of 5-Minute English Talk, you’ll learn how to invite someone for coffee, lunch, or dinner in natural, relaxed English. You’ll hear useful everyday phrases like: • “Want to grab a coffee sometime?” • “Maybe we could grab a coffee this week?” • “Are you free for lunch tomorrow?” • “Do you have time for a quick coffee th…

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E65 Friendship at First Sight - Advanced Listening Practice 21:20

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Let's improve your English listening skills while discussing a very relevant topic: why do we just 'click' so much better with some people more than others? In this episode, Oliver and César talk about the strange mechanics of adult friendship: why it’s so hard to make genuine friends through work or hobbies, why life constantly interrupts the frie…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #652- Spanish Radio in Easy Spanish 3:54

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la influencia de Donald Trump en las elecciones presidenciales en Honduras. Hablaremos también de las protestas en Machu Picchu por un conflicto con los buses turísticos; y del plan de exterminio de las cotorras en Uruguay para ayudar al sector agrícola. Por último, hablaremos de Yakarta, que h…

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Shadow English Practice – Repeat After Me to Sound More Natural 2:28

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Welcome to a special Wednesday edition of 5-Minute English Talk! I’m Bruce, and today we’re doing our very first Shadow English episode — a powerful technique where you listen, repeat, and copy my intonation exactly. Shadow English is one of the fastest ways to improve your pronunciation, rhythm, and confidence. In today’s practice, you’ll repeat r…

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The Power of Pausing in English 3:35

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5-Minute English Vocabulary Click below to listen to our show on your favorite platform: Apple Podcasts Spotify Castbox Web Player Karma Documentary Click below to listen to our show on your favorite platform: Apple Podcasts Spotify Castbox Web Player In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy explore one of the simplest but most pow…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #651- News Spanish Podcast 7:27

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la COP30 y su acuerdo voluntario sobre el fin del uso de combustibles fósiles; y de Jair Bolsonaro, quien fue enviado a prisión por riesgo de fuga. Hablaremos también de un asombroso video que muestra a un lobo siguiendo un "sofisticado" método para abrir una trampa de cangrejos; y, por último,…

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How to Introduce Yourself Naturally - In English 3:48

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Hello listeners, We have launched a new episode i.e. Karma Documentary, please listen to the show and give us your feedback: https://karma-documentary-real-lives-real-actions-real-karma.simplecast.com/episodes/keanu-reeves-the-karma-of-kindness Episodic Description: In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to introduc…

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E64 We Quit! (Not Really...) - Advanced English Learning Podcast 16:18

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Shameful! But maybe relatable? 😂 Why do two language teachers - people who literally teach languages for a living - end up quitting their own language learning lessons after just two months? In today’s episode, we talk honestly about motivation, classrooms, commuting, group dynamics, and why even experienced learners sometimes lose momentum. We dis…

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How to Make Your English Sound More Natural in Everyday Conversations 3:38

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to make your English sound more natural, relaxed, and fluent — the way people speak in real life. Learn simple tricks like using shorter expressions, adding softening words (“kind of,” “a bit”), reacting naturally with phrases like “Oh really?” and “That’s cool!”, and using sma…

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E63 The Price of Fame - Advanced English Learning Podcast 21:00

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Why do so many celebrities follow the same tragic script - early success, impossible pressure, public decline, and a carefully managed collapse? And has anything really changed in the age of influencers, TikTok fame and constant online visibility? In today’s Advanced level episode of English and Beyond, Oliver and César explore the darker side of f…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #649- News Spanish Podcast 7:17

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando del American Business Forum que se llevó a cabo en Miami con oradores como María Corina Machado, Javier Milei y Donald Trump; y de la ruptura de lazos diplomáticos entre Perú y México. Hablaremos también de Belém, la capital provisional de Brasil durante la Conferencia de las Naciones Unidas sobre…

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We’re Back! How to Catch Up and Start Fresh in English 3:24

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In this warm and cheerful comeback episode, they share how to catch up and start fresh in English after taking a short break — whether it’s from school, work, or everyday conversations. You’ll also hear tips on how to sound positive, natural, and confident when reconnecting with friends, classmates, or colleagues after a break. 🎧 Listen, repeat, an…

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E62 The Art of Disappointing People - Advanced Listening Practice for English Students 18:15

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We all do it: promise too much, deliver too late, and thus fail to meet someone’s expectations. In this Advanced level conversation, Oliver and César explore disappointment, guilt, and the strange pressure to meet other people's standards. From over-promising at work to letting friends down, we reflect on why we care more about strangers’ opinions …

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We’ll Be Back on November 10 – New Weekly Episodes Every Monday! 0:57

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5-Minute English Talk will be back on November 10 with brand-new energy, fresh English themes, and exciting weekly lessons! 💬 Starting next month, you can tune in every Monday for a quick, practical English conversation designed to boost your confidence and fluency — in just five minutes. 🎧 Follow the show now so you don’t miss our return — and get…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #648- Spanish Weekly Intermediate Program 7:29

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la creciente amenaza de Estados Unidos al régimen de Nicolás Maduro con el aumento de su presencia militar en el Caribe; y del huracán Melissa, que causó estragos en Jamaica. Hablaremos también de un estudio que revela que las mujeres se benefician más del ejercicio físico que los hombres para …

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E61 If We Get D.I.V.O.R.C.E.D, Has Our Marriage Failed? (Advanced English Listening Practice) 19:14

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Almost half of UK marriages end in divorce - yet we often still treat it as a shameful or tragic failure. In this episode of English and Beyond, César and I explore why so many relationships end, talk a bit about our own (experiences with) marriage, whether staying married always means happiness, and why divorce might sometimes be an act of honesty…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #647- Spanish Weekly Intermediate Program 7:55

1M ago7:55

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la victoria del partido de Javier Milei en las elecciones legislativas en Argentina; y del intento de asesinato con chocolates envenenados que denuncia el presidente de Ecuador. Hablaremos también del descubrimiento de mosquitos en Islandia; y por último, de la publicidad viral de la escalera q…

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E60 Has Mindfulness Lost Its Mind? - Advanced English Listening (C1/C2) 20:32

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After a period where every small problem felt catastrophic, and he was encouraged to be more "mindful", Oliver asks how and why this radical idea about awareness became yet another lifestyle brand. In this conversation, he and César unpack how a practice meant to help us face discomfort ended up being sold as the cure for it. 📖 Want to improve your…

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We’ll Be Back Soon – Exciting New Lessons Ahead! 2:10

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After an amazing run of episodes — from confidence-building conversations to natural English dialogues — the team is taking a short break to recharge and prepare for what’s next. Expect fresh topics, new challenges, and exciting English lessons when they return in just a couple of weeks. In the meantime, replay your favorite episodes, keep practici…

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Episode 100 – Celebrating 100 Episodes of Learning English Together! 🎉 2:36

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It’s a big day at 5-Minute English Talk! 🥳 Bruce and Stacy celebrate their 100th episode with heartfelt stories, gratitude, and practical English phrases you can use to congratulate and celebrate like a native speaker. Learn cheerful expressions such as “Congratulations on your success,” “Here’s to new beginnings,” and “You did it!” — plus a few pe…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #646- Spanish Weekly Intermediate Program 7:31

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la tensión entre los presidentes Trump y Petro tras el aumento de la presencia militar estadounidense en el Caribe; y de la ley de muerte digna para personas con enfermedades incurables en Uruguay. Hablaremos también de la iniciativa de científicos de Argentina y Uruguay para proteger a los tib…

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How to End Conversations Naturally in English 4:04

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Hey listeners! Don’t forget to check out our YouTube channel — we post short, daily videos to help you learn English in fun and simple ways. Make sure to subscribe and stay tuned for more! https://www.youtube.com/@5minenglishtalk/shorts In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to end conversations smoothly and politel…

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How to Sound More Confident in English – Speak Naturally and Clearly 2:52

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy share simple and powerful tips to help you speak English with confidence — even if you’re still learning. You’ll learn how to avoid hesitation words, choose strong expressions, and use tone and pauses like native speakers do. Practice real-life examples such as “I believe this approach works…

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How to Stay Polite When You Disagree – Speak English Confidently 4:21

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy show you how to disagree politely in English — without sounding rude or awkward. Learn natural expressions like “I’m not sure I agree with that” and “That’s an interesting point”, hear real-life examples, and practice soft, confident ways to express your opinion. By the end of this episode, …

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E59 Do Europeans Even Like Each Other? (feat. French Mornings with Elisa) 30:17

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What does it really mean to be European? Shared values, a shared history… or just a shared habit of thinking our neighbours are doing everything wrong? In this episode, we are joined by Elisa from French Mornings with Elisa (https://www.frenchmornings.com/) to talk about the strange mix of rivalry and affection that unites the continent. We compare…

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Asking for Directions – Find Your Way with Confidence in English 3:31

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You’re in a new city, completely lost, and wondering — how do I ask for directions in English? 🧭 Don’t worry — this 5-Minute English Talk episode will teach you exactly what to say and how to sound confident. You’ll learn useful and polite expressions like: 👉 “Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to…?” 👉 “Where’s the nearest café?” 👉 “Go straigh…

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Talking About Your Hobbies - Speak Naturally in English 3:17

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In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, you’ll learn how to talk about your hobbies naturally — the same way native speakers do. You’ll discover how to use real English expressions like: 👉 “I like reading.” 👉 “I enjoy cooking.” 👉 “I’m into photography.” 👉 “I spend a lot of time listening to music.” 👉 “I’ve just started learning guitar.” We’ll practi…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #645- Spanish Radio in Easy Spanish 7:15

2M ago7:15

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El programa de hoy estará dedicado en gran parte a los ganadores del Premio Nobel, comenzando con María Corina Machado, ganadora del Nobel de la Paz. Hablaremos también sobre la compra de pesos argentinos que hizo Estados Unidos tras acordar un intercambio de divisas; y del ganador del premio Nobel de Química, que fue otorgado a los creadores de un…

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Ordering Food at a Restaurant – Speak with Confidence in English 3:57

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You sit down at a restaurant… and suddenly forget all your English. 😅 Don’t worry — we’ve all been there. In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, you’ll learn how to order food confidently and naturally — just like a native speaker. You’ll master useful phrases such as: 👉 “I’d like the grilled chicken, please.” 👉 “Can I get this without onions?” 👉 “…

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Complimenting Someone – How to Say It Naturally in English | 5-Minute English Talk 4:53

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Compliments can make someone’s day — and help you sound natural, confident, and friendly in English! 🌸 In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, we’ll explore how to give natural compliments that sound real — not robotic. You’ll learn everyday expressions like: 👉 “You look great today.” 👉 “I really like your style.” 👉 “That’s a good idea.” 👉 “You’re r…

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Small Talk – How to Start a Friendly Conversation in English (Natural & Easy) 4:03

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Do you ever feel awkward starting a conversation in English? 😅 In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, you’ll learn how to begin friendly, natural small talk — just like native speakers do. We’ll explore real English phrases you can use every day, such as: 👉 “How’s it going?” 👉 “What have you been up to?” 👉 “Can’t complain.” 👉 “How about you?” You’l…

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Recap - Monday Blues — Turn It Into Motivation | 5-Minute English Talk 0:37

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https://mind-your-charts.simplecast.com/episodes/monday-turning-a-tough-day-into-a-fresh-start-in-english Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By 5MM

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E58 Teachers We’ll Never Forget - Advanced English Listening (C1/C2) 20:17

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Most of us remember a teacher - and not always for positives reasons. Maybe they inspired us. Maybe they embarrassed us. Maybe they simply showed up every day and did their job without ever realising how much it mattered to us. In this episode of English and Beyond, Oliver and César reflect on the people who taught them and left a big impression. T…

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Friday – The Weekend Vibes! | Fun English Expressions to End Your Week 3:45

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It’s finally Friday! 🎉 In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, we celebrate the happiest day of the week — and learn how to talk about it like a native speaker! You’ll discover natural English expressions such as “Thank God It’s Friday,” “Finally Friday,” “Feel-good Friday,” and “Weekend vibes.” We’ll practice them together with real examples, repea…

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Thursday - Almost There - Conversations in English! 3:45

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Thursday — the day that feels so close to the weekend! In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, we explore fun and natural ways to talk about Thursday in everyday English. You’ll learn useful expressions like “It’s almost Friday,” “Thirsty Thursday,” “Throwback Thursday,” and “One more day to go” — with easy examples, repeat-after-me practice, and a …

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #644- Spanish Radio in Easy Spanish 7:51

2M ago7:51

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la popularidad de Claudia Sheinbaum en México, que cuenta con el respaldo del 70% de los ciudadanos tras un año en la presidencia; y de la creación de una fuerza internacional de la ONU para combatir las pandillas en Haití. Hablaremos también de los ganadores del Premio Nobel 2025; y por último…

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Wednesday – Midweek Motivation in English 3:23

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Tuesday – From Tired to Terrific In English 3:42

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Monday – Turning a Tough Day into a Fresh Start in English 4:32

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Do you ever feel the Monday blues? In this 5-Minute English Talk episode, we’ll turn that feeling into motivation! Learn how to use everyday English expressions like “Monday blues,” “back to the grind,” “new week, new goals,” and “a case of the Mondays.” You’ll practice pronunciation, repeat-after-me phrases, and listen to a short, natural conversa…

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Everyday Idiomatic Pairs in English - Sooner or Later, Here and There, Back and Forth 3:54

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy dive into three common idiomatic pairs that make your English sound natural and fluent: sooner or later, here and there, and back and forth. You’ll learn how to use these expressions in everyday conversations, hear repeat-after-me practice, and listen to a natural mini-dialogue to understand…

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E57 Perfectly Miserable: The Culture of Optimisation - Advanced English Listening 17:37

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Are we becoming obsessed with optimisation? From Greek philosophy to Apple Watches, the idea of “the good life” has shifted from balance and virtue to data, tracking, and biohacking. In this episode of English and Beyond (Advanced), Oliver and César explore the culture of self-optimisation - from sleep divorces to clean eating, from supplements to …

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How to Start a Story in English — So, Guess What… You Won’t Believe This… Let Me Tell You… 3:21

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to start a story naturally in English using three simple but powerful phrases: “So, guess what…” “You won’t believe this…” and “Let me tell you…” These short expressions act like hooks — they grab attention, build curiosity, and make your conversations sound lively and engaging…

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News In Slow Spanish Latino #643- Spanish Radio in Easy Spanish 7:33

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando del compromiso de Donald Trump con Javier Milei, ofreciéndole ayuda para rectificar la situación económica en Argentina sin recurrir a un rescate financiero; y de la caída de la exportación de soja de Estados Unidos a China por las tensiones comerciales. Hablaremos también de un exhaustivo estudio…

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React Naturally in English — Really? No Way! Are You Serious? That’s Amazing! 2:58

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to react naturally in English using simple but powerful phrases: Really? No way! Are you serious? That’s amazing! These short expressions show surprise, excitement, or disbelief, and they make your conversations sound more lively and natural. You’ll hear real-life examples, rep…

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Softening Your Opinion in English — Maybe, I Think, It Seems, Kind of 3:24

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore four simple but powerful phrases that make your English sound more polite, natural, and friendly: maybe, I think, it seems, and kind of. Learn how to use these expressions to share your thoughts without sounding too direct, practice them in real-life examples, and hear a fun mini-dial…

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Everyday English Phrases: Wake up, Get Ready, Head Out, Chill Out, Call it a Day 3:24

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy break down five of the most common expressions you’ll hear in everyday life: wake up, get ready, head out, chill out, and call it a day. Learn how to use these phrases naturally when talking about your daily routine, relaxing after work, or ending your day. You’ll get simple examples, repeat…

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E56 "First Love Never Dies" - Advanced English Listening Practice 19:27

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They say you never forget your first love. And maybe that’s true - not because it was perfect, but because it carried an intensity that later relationships rarely match. Years later, a song, a name, or a face in a crowd can bring the memory back, fresh and overwhelming. In this episode, we talk about first crushes, awkward kisses, and secret teenag…

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Thank God It’s Friday (TGIF) — Fun Ways to Say It in English 3:11

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce dive into one of the most loved phrases in English: Thank God It’s Friday — or TGIF. Learn how people naturally use it to celebrate the end of the week, discover fun alternatives like “Finally Friday” and “Weekend vibes,” and practice them in repeat-after-me style. You’ll also hear fun facts …

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How to Use Look, See, and Well in English Conversations - Sound Natural 3:36

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore three small but powerful words you hear in everyday English: look, see, and well. These aren’t just about eyesight — they’re conversation starters, signals, and tools to guide what you say. Learn how to use look to grab attention, see to show understanding, and well to soften your ans…