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The Speak English Now Podcast through Storytelling is your resource for practicing your English speaking and listening. You will learn English with the Question and Answer (TPRS) and Point of View techniques. You wont need any grammar or boring exercises. You will also learn about the English culture and the language itself. Finally, you will get valuable advice on learning English. All the audio is in English, and you can get the text at SpeakEnglishPod.com Don't miss out any of the Speak English Now episodes. Every Monday your host Georgiana will show you how to speak English fluently. Every week you can listen to a new fun story. Start practicing your listening and speaking skills with the Speak English Now podcast.

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  • ##271 Healthy Lifestyle - Exercise

    06/10/2023 Duración: 11min

    Transcript: Today, let's discuss exercise and its benefits for health. Also, with a story, you will practice and improve your grammar in context. Before you start listening, go to my website and get the transcript for free. Visit: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Great! Let's start! Better Physical Health: Exercising isn't just about looking good; it's about feeling great, too! Regular exercise helps us maintain a healthy weight and reduces the risk of diseases. Plus, it keeps our muscles and bones strong and our hearts and lungs in great shape. Mental Health and Stress Relief: Exercise is like a magical mood booster. It releases those happy chemicals in our brains, helping us manage stress, anxiety, and those occasional low days. And guess what? It makes our minds sharper and our sleep more peaceful. More Energy: Isn't it funny how working out can give you more energy? It gets your blood pumping and your body awake and alert. Better Sleep: Good sleep helps our health a lot. And regular exercise is always a go

  • #270 Healthy Lifestyle - Food

    28/09/2023 Duración: 14min

    - I've been trying to eat more healthily, so I chose a salad for lunch. - That's good! What did you have for dinner? - Well, for dinner, I had a cheeseburger, but I added a piece of lettuce, so it's almost like a salad, isn't it? - Ah, I get it! You turned your burger into a 'salad burger.' You're doing well with your healthy eating goals! Get the transcript at: Speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/   Hi! I'm Georgiana. Thanks for joining me for another episode of the podcast. My mission is to help you improve your fluency. Do you know how you can help me? You can support this podcast by sharing it with your friends and rating it with five stars.    Click here to give the podcast 5 stars!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️ Have you ever thought about how to eat tasty and healthy food in a simple way? Today, I'm going to share easy tips for enjoying delicious, good-for-you meals.   Grab a snack, and let's get started! Basic Food Facts  First, let's learn some simple aspects of food. Our bodies need carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, and

  • #269 The Story of the Internet

    22/09/2023 Duración: 11min

    Transcript: Hi, everyone! I'm Georgiana, your English teacher, and I'm here to help you speak English fluently with no grammar and no textbooks. And if you want to help me, it's very simple!

  • #268 Food Vocabulary in English - Air Fryer

    14/09/2023 Duración: 11min

    Hi, everyone! I'm Georgiana, your English teacher, and I'm here to help you speak English fluently with no grammar and no textbooks. And if you want to help me, it's very simple! Share the podcast with your friends and family. Before you start listening, go to my website and get the transcript for free. Visit: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Great! Let's start! Today, I want to share a personal story. It's about a special thing in my kitchen: my air fryer. Once upon a time, I cooked food the old way. I used pots, pans, and lots of oil. My food tasted good, but it took a lot of time. And cleaning? Oh, it was a big job! Then, a friend told me about the air fryer. At first, I thought, "What is this magic pot?" But then, I tried it, and wow! The first time I used the air fryer, I cooked potatoes. I washed them, cut them, and put them in the fryer. I waited for a short time. When I opened it, what did I see? Golden, crispy potatoes! They were like chips but not too oily. I was so happy! The best thing about the

  • #267 Dog idioms in English part2

    07/09/2023 Duración: 12min

      Hi, everyone! Thanks for joining me for another episode. I'm Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com Today, we're continuing our journey of expressions inspired by man's best friend: the dog. And with a fun point-of-view story, you will improve your grammar in context. Before we start, get the transcript at: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast And if you want to help me, share the podcast with your friends and family. That would mean a lot. Thanks. Our first phrase is dogged determination. When someone shows dogged determination, they're incredibly persistent, not giving up easily. It's like a dog who won't let go of its favorite toy. Next, we have 'the hair of the dog.' This means taking a bit of alcohol to ease a hangover. It's a humorous way to suggest that a little of what caused your problem might help solve it. Moving on, a dog in the manger is an expression for someone who doesn't want others to enjoy something they don't need or use. And then there's the saying, 'You can't

  • #266 Dogs Expressions in English

    31/08/2023 Duración: 14min

    Do you love dogs? That's wonderful because today, we're going to learn some new idioms in English about dogs. And with a mini-story, you will learn about Mark's success and challenges in the workplace while using these dog expressions. It's gonna be fun! You'll see! Hi, everyone! Thanks for joining me for a new episode. I'm Georgiana, your English teacher. And I'm here to help you speak English fluently. Before we start, get the transcript of this episode! Visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast Let's start! Our first idiom is Barking up the wrong tree. Imagine you're trying to find your lost keys, and you start looking under the couch. But, oops! The keys were actually on the kitchen counter. That's when you've been barking up the wrong tree - focusing your efforts in the wrong direction. So, remember, when you're searching for something, make sure you're not barking up the wrong tree! Now, let's continue with the expression Let sleeping dogs lie. Imagine you have a sleepy dog who's all cozy on the couch. You

  • #265 English Riddles: Listen, Laugh, Learn.

    25/08/2023 Duración: 11min

    Today we are going to learn English in a fun way.  You will learn new English vocabulary through fun riddles.  I will introduce you to some popular riddles and ask you to guess the correct answer. If you don't know what a riddle is, don't worry because I'll explain it to you.   And with a point of view lesson, you will learn grammar without memorizing any boring rules. Many of you send me messages telling me that you listen to my podcast in the car, walking, or doing other things. That's great because you are incorporating learning into your lifestyle, not the other way around. That way, you spend more time listening and learning. The idea is always to accumulate many hours of listening for you to internalize the language.   By the way, it would make me very happy if you shared my website with your friends. Tell them to go to SpeakEnglishPodcast.com and subscribe to my free mini-course.   All right. In today's episode, you will improve your English in a fun way with some fun riddles. You'll have to guess the

  • #264 Gaslighting and Its Effects Explained - Unmasking Manipulation

    17/08/2023 Duración: 12min

    Transcript: Have you ever wondered if someone intended to make you doubt your own perceptions, experiences, or understanding of events? We call this gaslighting. Get the transcript at: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Today I will talk about this word that is becoming more and more popular. And with a point-of-view story, you will improve your grammar in context, without memorizing rules. Where does "gaslighting" come from? The word "gaslighting" comes from a play called "Gas Light." written in 1938 by Patrick Hamilton. In this play, a husband tries to make his wife think she is losing her mind. He does some tricky things, like secretly making the lights from gas lamps in their house dimmer, and then he tells her that she's just imagining these changes. This play later became a movie. Nowadays, when we say "gaslighting," we mean when someone tries to make another person unsure about their own memory or feelings, similar to what the husband did to his wife in the story. I'll explain a little more about gaslight

  • #263 Social Isolation - The Hikikomori Phenomenon

    11/08/2023 Duración: 10min

    Hi, everyone! Thanks for joining me for another episode. I'm Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com To get the transcript visit: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast You can subscribe to my newsletter on my website and get the 5 secrets to learn to speak English for free. Have you ever spent a whole weekend just relaxing and doing nothing? Just playing games or binging shows? It's a nice break, right? But what if you did that for months or even years? Today, I've got a story that might shock you. Think about someone who stays in their room all day and night, not seeing friends or family, not working or studying. Odd, right? Well, there's a Japanese word for this -"Hikikomori," which means "being confined." It's about people who choose to stay away from society completely. This is common in Japan, but other cultures have similar ideas. People call them loners or "modern-day hermits." Around half a million young people in Japan, and about the same number of middle-aged people, live li

  • #262 Food vocabulary - How to Prepare a Smoothie?

    04/08/2023 Duración: 13min

    Transcript: I'd like to include some food and cooking vocabulary in this episode. Get the transcript on my website:  Speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/ And with a mini-story, you will improve your English fluency. You’ll see, it’s like having a conversation with another person. You know, when I enter the kitchen, my first thought is… Why am I here? Yeah. I'm hungry. That's why. Now I remember. :) I open the refrigerator and start scanning for some delicious food. Since I don't buy ready-made food, I usually stare at the fridge for some minutes until it starts beeping. Then I close it and open it again to continue scanning. And I'm not saying my refrigerator isn't well organized; it's just that I'm looking for something I can prepare in 1 minute, preferably even less. Many times, I end up making a green smoothie. That's a fast and easy way of getting all the needed nutrients. And plus, smoothies are delicious. By the way, a smoothie is a thick drink that you can make using fruits, vegetables, greens, seeds, milk

  • 261 Phrasal verbs with GIVE

    28/07/2023 Duración: 13min

    Today we are going to talk about phrasal verbs with the verb give. Many of you have asked for a new phrasal verbs episode, so I am sure that you are excited about it. Apparently, everyone wants to learn new phrasal verbs. Get the transcript on my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com And with mini-story, you will improve your fluency. I will ask you many questions that you will need to answer right away. It's like speaking English with another person. But before I get started, I wanted to thank you for listening to my podcast. It's been over four years since I released the first episode, and since then, I've received a lot of support. #1 To give something away It means to give something for free as a gift or donation. Examples: "They give away a free chocolate bar for every $100 you spend in the supermarket." "Tina gave her old clothes away when she lost weight." #2 To give oneself or somebody else away It means to show where somebody is or what they are doing when they are trying to keep this a secret. Or to

  • #260 Homophones in English – There, their, they're

    21/07/2023 Duración: 12min

    In today's lesson, we're going to explore the fascinating world of homophones. These are words that sound the same but have different meanings, and sometimes can be tricky for English learners. Don't worry, though! By the end of this episode, you'll have a solid understanding of homophones and be able to use them confidently in your everyday conversations. Before you start listening, make sure to get the transcript on my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com It's free! So, let's dive in! Homophones are words that are pronounced the same but have different meanings and may be spelled differently. They can often cause confusion, as they sound identical, but their meanings can vary. Let's explore some common examples of homophones to help clarify their usage. Example 1: "Two," "Too," and "To" Although they sound exactly alike, they have different meanings and uses. "Two" refers to the number 2, such as "I have two cats." "Too" means also or in addition, for example, "I want to go too." "To" is a preposition used to e

  • #259 Discovering Unique American Adventures

    14/07/2023 Duración: 14min

    Hi, everyone! Thanks for joining me for a new episode. I'm Georgiana, your English teacher. And I'm here to help you speak English fluently. Today, let's explore the incredible American experiences you can only find in the USA! And with a fun mini-story, you will improve your English fluency. It's almost like having a conversation with someone in English. Before we start, get the transcript on my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com Ok, let's get started! The United States is known for its diverse culture, innovation, and unique things to do. In this episode, we'll discover American experiences exclusive to this country. The breathtaking national parks. The USA is home to stunning natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. These parks offer magnificent beauty and outdoor adventures that you can only find in the USA. You will have another special experience when you visit the well-known Las Vegas Strip. It's filled with glamour and excitement, featuring iconic hotels, casinos, and incredible shows. Las

  • #258 Different types of journalism part2

    29/06/2023 Duración: 13min

      This time, I'll share more types of writing in journalism. In an earlier episode, I talked about different types of newswriting, such as news, report, and interviews. And with a fun mini-story you will practice your English speaking. We will explore opinion genres, where writing is done from a subjective perspective. This perspective can be the author's or the media's opinion. Let's see what they are. #1 Editorial Imagine a newspaper reporting on an event and publishing various news articles, reports, and maybe interviews. This newspaper may publish an "editorial," which expresses the newspaper's opinion or position on the topic covered in the news. It usually reflects the media's ideological stance. An editorial generally doesn't mention the author and is not too long. Typically, it can be found on the first few pages. #2 Opinion Article An opinion article is a text that presents the viewpoint of a specific person, like a journalist, politician, or public figure. These articles don't necessarily align wi

  • #257 Different Types of Journalism

    22/06/2023 Duración: 11min

    The pessimist says, 'the glass is half empty.' The optimist says, 'The glass is half full,' and the journalist says, 'You won't believe what's in the glass!' Hi! I'm Georgiana, and I'm glad you're here with me for a new podcast episode.  Today, we will discuss the different types of journalism we can find in the media. Before you start listening to the episode, make sure to get the transcript on my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com It's free! Are you ready? Let's start with the first one: The news News is a crucial and representative category of informative journalism. It covers recent and intriguing political, sports, cultural, and social events. Objectivity is a vital but often lacking aspect of news. Ideally, a news story should be impartial and unbiased, but this isn't always true. Brevity is another key aspect of news. A news story should be concise and include only essential data. It should only focus on giving information about the event. A typical news story consists of several parts: Firstly, we have

  • #256 - 5 Signs You Should Consider Finding a New Job

    15/06/2023 Duración: 12min

    Today, we're going to discuss a newspaper article. It talks about five signs that indicate the need to find a new job. Let's take a look! #1 You hate it when they ask you about your job. According to the article, if you hate when people ask you about your job, it may be time to consider a change. I believe it makes a lot of sense. If every time someone asks you, "How are you doing at work?" you feel bad, maybe there's a problem. Who wants to feel that way? Nobody, right? But maybe, when you're not at work, you simply want to disconnect. That is, to stop thinking about work. So, in this case, you might hate being asked about your work because you want to talk about other things. So, this sign is perhaps not so clear. #2 You have a lousy time on Sundays. Yes, it happens a lot. The weekend is short; as they say, it goes by quickly. So it's normal to feel sad because the next day is Monday and you have to work. According to the article, if you have a lousy time on Sundays, which means you are very sad or negativ

  • 255 Phrasal Verb - To Butter Up

    08/06/2023 Duración: 10min

    Georgiana: Today, we will discuss the meaning of the phrase "butter up"... Student: "How interesting, Georgiana! You know I am on a diet, but this morning I had some toast with butter, and let me tell you, it was delicious..." Georgiana: Sorry to interrupt, but the expression "butter up" has nothing to do with food. :) Let me explain it to you. Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of the podcast. I'm Georgiana, your English teacher, and my mission is to help you speak English fluently.  And if you want to help me, share the podcast. That would mean a lot. Thanks. Before you start listening to the episode, make sure to get the transcript on my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com It's free! Great! Let's start! Let's take a closer look at the expression "butter up" and how it is commonly used. When someone tries hard to please others to gain their favor or personal benefits in the workplace, it's known as 'buttering up.'"  This behavior can be observed in various professional settings such as offices, scho

  • 254 Business Expressions - The Office TV show

    02/06/2023 Duración: 09min

    Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of the podcast. I'm Georgiana, your English teacher, and my mission is to help you speak English fluently.  And if you want to help me, share the podcast. That would mean a lot. Thanks.   Ok! We'll start with a brief conversation that includes the top 10 business expressions. And to make learning more fun, I've taken inspiration from 'The Office' TV show. And you'll learn grammar in context with a point of view story.   Before you start listening, make sure to get the transcript on my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com It's free! Let's get started!   Jack walked into the office and said...   Jack: "Wow, this place looks familiar. It's like I'm in 'The Office' TV show." Pam: "Yeah, Jack, we get that a lot. We like to think outside the box here." Jim: "You're right, Pam! We're always brainstorming new ideas to stay ahead of the competition." Jack: "That's great to hear. I'm ready to get the ball rolling and take it to the next level." Pam: "Good to hear. But make sure

  • #253 Words and Phrases to Describe Large Quantities in English

    25/05/2023 Duración: 13min

    Today, we will keep exploring and learning more about expressing larger amounts. When we want to talk about more significant quantities, we can use different words and expressions. These terms can indicate having more of something or a significant amount. When referring to small amounts, we use words like: "a little" or "a few." And when it comes to large quantities we can use words like "a lot," "many," or "plenty." Let's practice with a few examples. For example, instead of saying, "I have a few books," you can say:  I have a lot of books. I have many books. Let's imagine we want to express a large quantity without specifying an exact number.  Here, we can use words like "numerous," "countless," or "a great number of." These terms indicate a large quantity, even if an exact number is not specified. For example, instead of saying, "There are a few birds in the sky," you can say: There are numerous birds in the sky.  There are countless birds in the sky. There are a great number of birds in the sky. Great! Le

  • #252 Words and Phrases to Describe Small Quantities in English

    18/05/2023 Duración: 16min

    Today, we'll talk about words and phrases that can help you express the amount or quantity of something and when to use them effectively. Get the text on my website: Speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/ Let's start by discussing small quantities. If you only have a little bit of something, you might say "a few" or "some." A few means three to five of something, while some are a bit more vague and can mean any small amount. For example, if you're discussing job opportunities, you might say: I've applied for a few positions, but I haven't heard back from any of them yet. If you're talking about your progress in learning English, you could say: Even though I've been learning English for quite some time, I still face difficulties in speaking fluently. When you have a bit more of something but not a lot, you could say "several." Several usually means more than three but less than ten. For example, if you're talking about books you bought from a bookstore, you could say: She bought several books from the store, includi

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