Best Solved A Movie Game Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft 1:26:53

11m ago1:26:53

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Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…

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#440 - How to Become FLUENT in English by Playing Video Games — Stories From Learners Who Did it, and Our Favorite Video Games from Our Childhoods 32:19

18m ago32:19

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Izzy and Ethan explore how video games helped RealLife English team members learn real, everyday English. Discover three inspiring stories, learn why gaming is an underrated learning tool, and get recommendations for mobile games you can start using today. Plus, take…

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A.I. EP. 294: Movie Game Night - UMD Alumni 1:01:53

1d ago1:01:53

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It’s time for another movie game night and we thought we’d bring in some folks we’ve never had on the pod before, some UMD Alumns who were part of the theater department. Rob was in productions of Sweeney Todd and Guys & Dolls with them and partook in many many fun nights playing poker and making good decisions as college kids. We’ve had Dave Hauer…

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#439 - How to Understand Americans 100% When They Speak Fast — 5 Speech Patterns You Must Know, Real Clip Analysis, and a Deep Reflection on Global Consciousness 27:09

8d ago27:09

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Are you ready to transform your English listening and speaking skills? 🚀 In today’s episode, we dive deep into the magic of connected speech — the secret weapon that fluent English speakers use every day without even thinking about it. You’ll listen to an authentic American speaker w…

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A.I. EP. 293: “Unleash The Fury!” - Road Trip 25th Anniversary 1:33:04

8d ago1:33:04

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Road Trip turns 25 this year and we talked about this film quite a bit during our Eurotrip episode with Neil Ghosh, so we knew we had to have him come back and break this film down with us. It was a great decision, we had the best time. Enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#438 - 5 Ways to Improve Your English Speaking Alone by Reading Books — The Strategies Used by the Best Learners, Essential Lessons for Life, and Why You Should Focus on Discoveries Rather Than Outcomes ... 17:50

15d ago17:50

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Ethan gets real about a common challenge many English learners face — feeling intimidated by reading in English. He shares five personal, practical strategies that can help you improve your speaking skills simply by picking up a book, even if you're learning on your …

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A.I. EP. 292: “I’m Still Here, Chief” - Frequency 25th Anniversary 1:40:30

15d ago1:40:30

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This was a movie Rob was super into when he was younger and was very excited that this was the excuse to get Buegs to watch it. Another person Rob made watch it when they were kids was his best buddy, Timmy St.Sauver. Timmy makes his return to the pod and fun was had by all. Enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#437 - 5 Great Songs to LEARN Phrasal Verbs in ENGLISH — Let's Sing, Analyze the Lyrics, and Learn (with Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, Guns N' Roses, Lady Gaga & More!) 34:23

22d ago34:23

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Join Ethan and Izzy in this musical English lesson where learning phrasal verbs becomes fun and unforgettable! 🎶 This episode features five hit songs from top artists like Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, Guns N' Roses, and Lady Gaga. Together, you'll listen to catchy lyrics, discover dozens …

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A.I. EP. 291: “I Have To Return Some Videotapes” - American Psycho 25th Anniversary 1:37:56

22d ago1:37:56

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We thought it was finally time to do a light-hearted film and then we scratched that idea and broke down the extremely dark, comedic, slasher horror film, American Psycho. Turns out our good buddy, Chris Chatham, has a pretty dark sense of humor and was all onboard to discuss this film. We had a great time and he still managed to keep a running jok…

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#436 - How to Get Fluent in English WITHOUT Studying Grammar — What You Should Focus On Instead, Why Natives Don't Know Grammar, and How I Learned Verb Tenses in English 22:51

29d ago22:51

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In today’s episode, Izzy dives into one of the most debated questions in language learning: Is grammar actually necessary to become fluent? If you’ve ever felt guilty for not remembering all the grammar rules, this one’s for you. Oh — and we’ll tackle the ultimate question: Is colleg…

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A.I. EP. 290: “Great White Buffalo” - Hot Tub Time Machine 15th Anniversary 1:12:29

29d ago1:12:29

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We’ve finally reached our great white buffalo, Hot Tub Time Machine, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary. We brought back our buddy Brandon Miller who we’ve quoted this movie with a bunch over the years. It was fun having him back on and breaking down this comedy. Enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#435 - The Key to Changing Your Life's Destiny — How to Get Unstuck, Take Control of Your Life, and Find Joy 30:45

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Feeling stuck in life? In this powerful episode, Izzy invites Ethan to uncover the key to breaking free from autopilot living. Discover how defining your personal values and beginning with the end in mind can transform your mindset, help you take control of your future, and bring mor…

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A.I. EP. 289: “PLEASE! STOP! SCREAMING!” - Anora 2025 Best Picture Winner 1:28:05

1M ago1:28:05

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The Sean Baker written and directed film, Anora, won Best Picture as well as several other Academy Awards. We both liked Anora and thought it would be fun to record an episode on it with our good friend and recurring guest, Sami Matarante. She had some fun insights and we all had a lovely discussion. Enjoy!…

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272: From Selling Phones Out of a Van to Leading a 9-Figure Empire | Brett Beveridge of T-ROC 1:13:10

1M ago1:13:10

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Brett Beveridge is the President of The Revenue Optimization Companies. Brett is an entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience and success in the wireless and technology industries. He has hands-on success in start-ups, profit turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and fundraising and is the driving force behind…

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#434 - Discover the ORIGIN of Words in English — Learn Vocabulary More Easily 33:37

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Have you ever wondered why English words are the way they are? In this episode, Izzy and Ksenia dive into the fascinating world of etymology—the study of word origins! Understanding where words come from can make them easier to learn, remember, and use in real life. Boost your vocabu…

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A.I. EP. 288: “Thank You For Nothing, You Useless Reptile” - How To Train Your Dragon 15th Anniversary 1:31:14

1M ago1:31:14

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How To Train Your Dragon just turned 15 years old and the new live-action version is coming out this year, so we thought we'd record an episode on it. We brought back our good buddy and dragon enthusiast, Adam Rupp! We had a great time and hope you enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#433 - How to Stop Using the Same Basic English Words — Speak with a Rich Vocabulary (Like a Native) 30:05

2M ago30:05

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Do you ever feel like your English sounds too simple? In this episode, we’ll show you how to express yourself more naturally — so instead of saying “The movie was good,” you can describe it in a way that truly reflects your feelings! Plus, we have a special guest who will help you un…

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A.I. EP. 287: “You Give Them Something To Aspire To” - Captain America: Brave New World 1:31:42

2M ago1:31:42

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We're back with the latest Marvel Movie and had to bring back our Marvel-ous guest Reilly Zamber to give us his thoughts. He graciously took time out of his super busy schedule as his baby girl was less than a week old when we recorded this. Big thanks to him and his wife for letting him come and chat with us. Enjoy!…

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#432 - Why Some People Have SUCCESS Speaking English... and Others Don't 15:01

2M ago15:01

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Why do some people succeed in speaking English fluently while others struggle, even after years of effort? 🤔 In this episode, we uncover the #1 reason why some learners achieve confidence while others feel stuck. If you’ve ever felt like you’re trying and trying but not making real p…

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A.I. EP. 286: “How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria” - The Sound Of Music 60th Anniversary 1:27:33

2M ago1:27:33

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The Rodgers and Hammerstein movie musical is celebrating its 60th Anniversary. This has been a very big movie in Rob’s family so we brought back his Dad, Fred Lundquist, to talk about the countless times he’s seen it. We had a great time and hope you enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#431 - How I Started to Understand Movies in English WITHOUT Subtitles — My 5 Secrets 21:52

2M ago21:52

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Struggling to understand fast English in movies and TV shows? In this episode, Izzy shares how he trained his ears to understand fast English without subtitles. He’ll break down connected speech, look at real examples from movies, and give you his top five secrets to help you do the …

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A.I. EP. 285: 2025 Oscars Predictions 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

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The Oscars will be airing this weekend and we decided to give our predictions on who we think will win for each category. This is the most aligned we’ve ever been for the Oscars, so we’ll see how we do. Enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#430 - How to Stop Procrastinating and Start Getting FLUENT in English — Try These 3 Solutions and Start Making Progress in 5 minutes 33:28

2M ago33:28

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever plan to study English but end up doing everything except studying? Don’t worry—we’ve all been there! In this episode, we’re sharing three simple tips to beat procrastination and get things done. Oh, and there’s a bonus tip at the end you don’t want to miss! Tune in and let’s tac…

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A.I. EP. 284: Movie Game Night with the Unofficial Official Podcast 1:10:10

2M ago1:10:10

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We got the guys from the Unofficial Official Podcast to come on and play some games with us. We’ve had Seggie Isho on a bunch and Tyler Trepp played a movie game night with us last year, but this is Mike Luginbill’s first time on the show. Had a great time with these guys. Check out their podcast and go check out a Straight No Chaser show this summ…

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#429 - How to Get Fluent in English in 2025 — Even If You’re BUSY 39:46

2M ago39:46

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Feeling stuck in your English learning journey?⏳ Do years pass by, yet your English stays the same? In this episode, Izzy and Ethan bring you three science-backed lessons from the book Atomic Habits to help you finally start speaking English confidently—even if you're super busy! 🚀 Y…

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A.I. EP. 283: “The Next Time I Have To Come In Here, I’m Cracking Skulls” - The Breakfast Club 40th Anniversary 1:30:11

3M ago1:30:11

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Don’t Don’t Don’t Don’t, Don’t You Forget About…How Amazing John Hughes was. This is the 7th John Hughes film we’ve done an episode on. We brought back Abe Sword to tell us all about his thoughts on The Breakfast Club. We had a great time and hope you enjoy listening!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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271: How to Breathe Life into a Business... Dr. Dan Cohen of Breathe Right Strips 55:39

3M ago55:39

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Dr. Dan Cohen is the former Chairman of CNS, Incorporated. Dr. Cohen was the driving force behind the meteoric rise of Breathe Right nasal strips, acquiring the rights to manufacture and sell the product for the medical equipment company he founded in 1982. In 2006, GlaxoSmithKline acquired CNS, including its Breathe Right nasal strips and FiberCho…

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#428 - How to Understand All the Jokes in ENGLISH (in Movies, TV, Conversations): Understand Humor, Sarcasm, etc in English Like a Native Speaker 40:23

3M ago40:23

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Struggling to catch the jokes in English movies, TV shows, or conversations? In this episode, we’ll show you how to unlock English humor, sarcasm, and wordplay so you can laugh along like a pro. Learn the secrets behind what makes things funny and boost your cultural understanding of…

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A.I. EP. 282: “Chlorophyll? More Like Borophyll” - Billy Madison 30th Anniversary 1:23:42

3M ago1:23:42

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The film that gave us timeless quotes like: “If peeing your pants is cool, consider me Miles Davis.” ; “Don’t tell me my business, devil woman!” and “Stop looking at me, Swan” has turned 30 years old…of course we’re referring to the Adam Sandler comedic classic, Billy Madison. We got our good buddy Maxaphone to come back and chat about one of his f…

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#427 - How I Went From ZERO to FLUENT in English ALONE — 5 Speaking Exercises 33:09

3M ago33:09

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Discover the exact exercises Izzy used to transform his English speaking skills from zero to fluent — completely on his own! In this episode, we break down each exercise step by step, so you can practice and improve right along with us. Whether you're shy, stuck, or unsure where to s…

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A.I. EP. 281: Movie Game Night - Dave & Post 1:05:26

3M ago1:05:26

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You've heard us talk about our buddies Dave & Post quite a bit, Buegs regularly goes to the movies with them and they're brought up quite a bit. We decided to get Dave on here for the first time and he's pretty great at movie trivia. Since we only had two guys on, we both got to play each other's games as well. Enjoy!…

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#426 - How I Use CONNECTORS and FILLERS to Speak English More Fluently — Learn This to Stop Sounding Like a Robot in English 33:56

3M ago33:56

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. If you have the issue of sounding like a robot when you speak English and not really being your true self, then today's lesson will be perfect for you. There are small but powerful tools called fillers and discourse markers that make your speech flow naturally and sound more conversa…

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A.I. EP. 280: “No Way These Are Local Boys” - Tremors 35th Anniversary 1:37:36

3M ago1:37:36

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We grew up on the funny monster classic, Tremors, and had to bring back a couple guys who grew up with it as well, Benny Elledge & Renegade. This movie was so great they ended up making 6 more Tremors films! Enjoy listening to our takes on it.By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#425 - How Many of These ENGLISH ACCENTS Can You Understand? — Learn 20 Different Accents from Around the World 41:56

3M ago41:56

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. English is fascinating thanks to the incredible variety of accents that make it a truly global language. Each accent tells its own story, adding richness, history, and personality to the way we communicate. In this episode, we’re celebrating that diversity by exploring 20 different E…

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A.I. EP. 279: Best of 2024 Year In Review 1:18:02

4M ago1:18:02

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AND WE’RE BACK! Another year has come and gone and we’ve decided to rank our Top 10 films of last year. We had a great time and had pretty different lists this year. If you’re looking for some movie recommendations this is the episode you’re looking for! Let’s hope 2025 brings us some more great movies!…

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#424 - Test Your English! — Do You Know These 20 Advanced Expressions for Everyday Life? Improve Your Vocabulary for Real-Life Situations 36:20

4M ago36:20

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. The English language is packed with idiomatic expressions — those quirky phrases that often don't make sense if you take them literally. But once you learn how to use them, they can bring a whole new level of color, personality, and depth to your conversations! In this episode, we ex…

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#423 - 6 Great Movies in English That Defined My Childhood 34:50

4M ago34:50

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In today’s lesson, Ethan and Izzy dive into a lively discussion about their favorite childhood movies. It’s a fantastic opportunity for you to practice your English with real, natural conversation! You’ll discover advanced expressions, get some great movie recommendations, and learn …

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270: Once Again, the Return of the Non-Food Franchise King: Jon Ostenson of Franbridge Consulting 59:52

4M ago59:52

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Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit ov…

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#422 - 40 English Words You’re Probably Pronouncing Wrong (and How to Fix Them) 33:24

4M ago33:24

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. English pronunciation can be tricky — sometimes even the most common words trip us up! In today's episode, we’ll dive into some fascinating examples of words that are often mispronounced. We’ll share practical tips and clever tricks to help you master these challenging pronunciations…

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A.I. EP. 278: 2024 Movie Game Night of Champions 1:03:14

4M ago1:03:14

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We’ve had our buddies Timmy St.Sauver and Brandon Miller come on to play movie games for our last episode of the year for the past several years, and we decided to keep that tradition going! We’ll be taking a couple weeks off and hope you enjoy the end of 2024 and beginning of 2025! Thanks for listening!…

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#421 - 6 Reasons You Still Feel NERVOUS When Speaking English — 6 Things Not to Do, How to Stop Feeling Insecure and Face the Fear of Making Mistakes in English 37:18

4M ago37:18

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. There are six common reasons why you might freeze up or feel nervous when it’s time to speak English. In today’s episode, Ksenia and Izzy dive deep into these challenges, sharing their personal experiences and practical insights to help you overcome them. You’ll learn the dos and don…

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A.I. EP. 277: “You Serious, Clark?” - National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 35th Anniversary 1:34:40

4M ago1:34:40

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The Christmas Classic that gave us Cousin Eddie and a full shi**er has just turned 35 years old. To celebrate this momentous occasion we brought back our buddy Chris Chatham to break down all of the crazy Christmas shenanigans. Enjoy and MERRY CHRISTMAS/HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#420 How I Achieved My Dream of Living in the U.S. as an English Learner —How I Went, Where, and My #1 Tip for You 32:13

5M ago32:13

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, I sit down with my co-host to ask him all about his unforgettable journey as a work-and-travel exchange student in the U.S. Hear all about his time working at a ski resort, the culture shocks he faced, the life lessons he gained, and how watching TV shows at home hel…

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Making Your Film Easier to Fund, Produce, Distribute & Market with Producer Ray Ellingsen & Film Analytics Expert from Film Profit, Jeffery Hardy 1:21:18

5M ago1:21:18

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Ray Ellingsen, Founder of Moving Pictures Media Group, has been an active sponsor for Nancy Fulton Meetups over the years. His support has helped us provide more events for more filmmakers, and his appearances and the guests he's brought with him, have helped our members understand how to develop films with budgets over $1M. You'll enjoy this inter…

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#419 8 Great Apps for Practicing Your English Every Day 33:29

5M ago33:29

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, we dive into the world of apps that aren’t strictly about learning English but are perfect for helping you immerse yourself in the language. These tools can transform your everyday activities into opportunities for natural learning and fluency building. Whether it’s …

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A.I. EP. 276: "Like The Drink. Only Not Spelled The Same" - The Green Mile 25th Anniversary 1:24:01

5M ago1:24:01

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We love a Frank Darabont film that's based off of a Stephen King story. That's why when we heard the Green Mile was having its 25th anniversary, we knew we had to do an episode on it. Amazing film and we enjoyed breaking it down. Enjoy!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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269: Blowing Minds with Carey Smith: The Big Ass Fans Story! 🫏... 1:12:04

5M ago1:12:04

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Carey Smith founded Big Ass Fans in 1999 and served as its Chief Big Ass until the company's sale in 2017. Under his guidance, Big Ass Fans grew an average of 30% a year, with offices across the globe. It made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies 11 consecutive years — a feat achieved by only 34 others — and expanded from industr…

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#418 The English Lesson Nobody Taught You — How I Became a Confident, Natural English Speaker (Without Textbooks) 28:13

5M ago28:13

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. The traditional school method may have helped you study English, but it didn’t prepare you to truly live it. That’s why communicating in English can still feel like a challenge. In today’s episode, we introduce the RealLife Way of learning English! Using a real-life news story, we’ll…

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A.I. EP. 275: Thanksgiving Movie Game Night 1:14:31

5M ago1:14:31

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Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate! We have brought back some of our friends who call themselves the Funts. Only half of them were able to participate, but we’re THANKFUL we got to play games with Kate Duncan, Jessie Pellowski and Kelsey Lundquist. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving!By The Avid Indoorsmen

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#417 How to Stop Speaking English Slow, Like a Robot — Learn to Speak FAST, NATURAL English 45:28

5M ago45:28

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. If you feel like your English sounds slow and robotic, this lesson is going to help you to become a fast, natural English speaker. Also, this lesson is super practical. You're going to practice a lot with clips from great series, movies, songs, common proverbs, and tongue twisters. B…

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