Best Quick English Tips Podcasts (2025)

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IE 1546: Exaggerate for Higher IELTS Speaking Scores 15:02

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What score would you get if you took the IELTS tomorrow? Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learni…

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The 'sheeple' incident, with Stefan Fatsis 25:27

3d ago25:27

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1141. We look at the controversy that caught Stefan Fatsis by surprise when he defined the word "sheeple" for Merriam-Webster, leading to public complaints. We also look at the origin and purpose of the obscure "Backward Index" invented by Webster's Third editor Philip Gove and how quickly Merriam added COVID-related words to the dictionary. Find S…

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303. What Did They Just Say? Real Meeting English for Senior Managers 13:40

5d ago13:40

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As a senior manager, not understanding can feel very uncomfortable. You know people are looking to you to lead the conversation. If you miss something, you might say something wrong and worry you will look like silly. It's an understandable concern so let me help you build your confidence by learning common phrases from real meetings so next time y…

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

5d ago2:28

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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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The rise of the 'hamster wheel.' The many names of Santa Claus. Unattractive turtles. 14:04

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1140. This week, we look at the difference between the modern phrase "hamster wheel" and the older "rat race," and why the former gained popularity. We also look at the similar concept of the hedonic treadmill. Then, we look at the many names for Santa Claus, including the Dutch "Sinter Klaas" and the German "Christkindlein." The Santa Claus segmen…

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IE 1545: How is IELTS Writing Task 2 Similar to Speaking Part 3? 16:47

6d ago16:47

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What score would you get if you took the IELTS tomorrow? Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learni…

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[Listen again] How to teach sentence comprehension - with Nancy Hennessy 36:38

2d ago36:38

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When our students struggle with comprehension, it may be that we need to go all the way back to the sentence level. In this episode, Nancy Hennessy discusses many different ways that teachers can help improve students' sentence comprehension. You may want to take notes! Get the show notes here: http://themeasuredmom.com/episode163 Get the free Word…

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

7d ago4:34

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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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IE 1544: 3 Time Management Strategies for IELTS Reading 17:02

10d ago17:02

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What score would you get if you took the IELTS tomorrow? Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learni…

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An inspiring tutor, 'New York System' hot dogs, and 'queen spotting.' 25:11

10d ago25:11

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1139. In this bonus discussion with Martha Barnette back in March, we look at Martha's pivotal twelve-year journey with a polyglot tutor who transformed her understanding of ancient Greek, starting with the etymology of "Oedipus." We also look at her beekeeping adventures, including the unknown-to-me history of the term 'queen bee' and a unique boo…

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302. Executive Presence in English: Habits to Improve Your Delivery 13:37

12d ago13:37

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You can already speak English but do you sound like the senior manager you are? In this episode, I walk you through the small communication habits that quietly affect how you come across at work. Enjoy! Anna 01:30 – The uncomfortable lesson I learned from my own communication coach 05:10 – Habit 1 07:00 – Habit 2 10:40 – Habit 3 13:20 – Practical w…

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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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Why Brits eat biscuits and Americans eat cookies. Why brands keep nouning everything. Hamster alert. 17:46

12d ago17:46

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This week, in honor of National Cookie Day, we look at the vocabulary split between British and American English, including the differences between a cookie and a biscuit, and the two meanings of "pudding." Then, we look at anthimeria, the advertising trend of turning one part of speech into another, as in the slogan "Together makes progress." The …

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IE 1543: Oodles of Band 9 Vocabulary for IELTS Speaking 15:57

13d ago15:57

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What score would you get if you took the IELTS tomorrow? Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learni…

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How to use etymology to help students spell high frequency words - with Fiona Hamilton and Rebecca Loveless 51:58

8d ago51:58

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235: Did you know that teaching students about the history of specific words can actually reduce cognitive load and help students better remember the spellings? Fiona Hamilton and Rebecca Loveless, authors of The High Frequency Word Project, show us how to do just that. Get the show notes here: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/episode235 Get the free…

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The Power of Pausing in English 3:35

9d ago3:35

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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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IE 1542: Diagram Labelling Practice for IELTS Listening Part 2 21:29

17d ago21:29

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Get our 2026 English Mastery Bundle, our best offer of the year. Save 50% on our intermediate to advanced learning plan. Get B1, B2, and C1 English Fluency courses plus bonuses. Get a clear learning plan for the full 9-12 months plus AI practice and community practice with teachers and students. Go here to enroll now. Offer ends Friday at midnight.…

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Rob Drummond on languaging and our fluid speaking identities 18:36

17d ago18:36

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In this bonus conversation with Rob Drummond from back in June, he and I get into the fascinating concept of "languaging" — the idea that speaking is an active process we use to constantly shape and project our identities. Rob explains how our "speaking identities" are incredibly fluid, changing based on context, audience, and even the language we'…

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301. 12 Minutes to Speak Like a Leader in Your Next Interview 11:38

19d ago11:38

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If you’ve got an interview in English for a senior role, you need answers that reflect your true experience, clearly, confidently, and with the right vocabulary. In just 12 minutes, I’ll walk you through the leadership verbs and phrases that instantly make your answers stronger and more accurate. All inspired by my clients who have gone through thi…

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The sinful fork (and other dinner-table surprises) 14:49

19d ago14:49

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1136. This week, we go full Thanksgiving, talking about the origin of butter knives, forks, and more. You'll love all the tidbits you can share with your family or friends during dinner. 🔗 Share your familect recording via Speakpipe, by calling 833-214-4475 (or via WhatsApp chat.) 🔗 Watch my LinkedIn Learning writing courses. 🔗 Subscribe to the new…

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IE 1546: Exaggerate for Higher IELTS Speaking Scores 15:02

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The 'sheeple' incident, with Stefan Fatsis 25:27

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303. What Did They Just Say? Real Meeting English for Senior Managers 13:40

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

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The rise of the 'hamster wheel.' The many names of Santa Claus. Unattractive turtles. 14:04

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IE 1545: How is IELTS Writing Task 2 Similar to Speaking Part 3? 16:47

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[Listen again] How to teach sentence comprehension - with Nancy Hennessy 36:38

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

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IE 1544: 3 Time Management Strategies for IELTS Reading 17:02

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An inspiring tutor, 'New York System' hot dogs, and 'queen spotting.' 25:11

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302. Executive Presence in English: Habits to Improve Your Delivery 13:37

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

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Why Brits eat biscuits and Americans eat cookies. Why brands keep nouning everything. Hamster alert. 17:46

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IE 1543: Oodles of Band 9 Vocabulary for IELTS Speaking 15:57

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How to use etymology to help students spell high frequency words - with Fiona Hamilton and Rebecca Loveless 51:58

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The Power of Pausing in English 3:35

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IE 1542: Diagram Labelling Practice for IELTS Listening Part 2 21:29

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Rob Drummond on languaging and our fluid speaking identities 18:36

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301. 12 Minutes to Speak Like a Leader in Your Next Interview 11:38

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The sinful fork (and other dinner-table surprises) 14:49