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Today, I've prepared a short Halloween Mini-Story. You'll learn some typical Halloween words and expressions while practicing your spoken English. I'll tell you a little bit of the story and ask you some easy questions. Try to answer before I give you the correct answer. And don't worry about making mistakes. Even a short answer is fine.

Get the transcript for free on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/393-stay-safe-online-passwords-and-two-factor-authentication/ This is Part 2 of our series about staying safe online. In the last episode, we saw how an urgent message can make you react too quickly. Today, we're going to talk about passwords, especially a common habit: using the same password in several places.

Get the full text here: speakenglishpodcast.com/392-dont-let-them-rush-you/ Today, we're starting a short series about staying safe online. And I want to begin with one of the simplest tricks scammers use. They rush you. Maybe you get a message that says: "Your bank account will be blocked in one hour." Or: "We couldn't deliver your package. Confirm your information now." You read it, and your quiet morning suddenly feels like an emergency. That's the idea. Everything has to happen now—apparently, even before you finish your coffee. A common online trick is called phishing.

Have you ever heard a news story and wished you knew a little more? Maybe you first heard about it in your own language. But English can give you another way to learn about the same event. You can read another report or listen to an interview from somewhere else. Then you can compare it with the news you already know. I do not mean that English reports are always right. No language has all the facts. But English can give you more choices. Get the full text on my website for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/391-english-and-the-news/

Today, I want to help you tell simple stories in English without getting stuck. In this episode, there are many new expressions. So, make sure you get the transcript at: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Maybe you know this feeling. You start telling someone what happened yesterday, and your brain suddenly asks, "What tense do I need?" And then... silence. Usually, you are trying to make every sentence perfect. But when you tell a story, your first job is simply to help the listener follow what happened. Get the full transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/390-how-to-tell-a-story-in-english/

Hi, everybody! I'm Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Recently, one of my students from Singapore asked me a very good question: "How does listening help me speak English?" Maybe you've wondered the same thing. You probably know that listening is important, but how does it actually help you speak? When you listen to English that you understand, your brain hears many examples of how English works. You hear common words, useful expressions, pronunciation, rhythm, and the way words naturally go together. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/389-how-listening-helps-you-speak-english/

Read the full transcript on my website: speakenglishpodcast.com/388-alice-in-wonderland/ Today, I want to talk about a story you probably know, at least a little: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. I thought this would be a fun way to discover—or maybe rediscover—a famous English story while practicing your English. Maybe you read Alice in Wonderland when you were younger. Maybe you watched one of the movie versions. Or maybe you only know that there's a girl called Alice, a white rabbit, and a very strange place called Wonderland.

Get the full transcript for free on my website: speakenglishpodcast.com/387-awkward-travel-moments/ Today, we are going to talk about awkward travel moments and, more specifically, what to say in English when they happen. Traveling can be exciting, but it can also be a little uncomfortable. Sometimes you are tired, in a hurry, or surrounded by noise, and suddenly even a simple sentence seems difficult.

Visit my website to get the transcript for free: speakenglishpodcast.com/386-the-tourist-trap-test Hi! I'm back with a new episode. Today, we're going to talk about tourist traps—and how to avoid paying much more than you expected while travelling. Today, you'll hear some useful and challenging words. Ok, let's start!

Read the full transcript for free on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/385-when-travel-plans-go-completely-wrong/ Hi, everybody! I am Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Today, we are going to talk about what happens when a carefully planned trip begins to fall apart. Maybe your flight is delayed or cancelled. Perhaps you miss your connection, your suitcase disappears, or the hotel cannot find your reservation. Lately, these problems seem to be increasingly common, especially during the peak summer season. Airports are overcrowded, flights are full, and staff are under pressure. One small delay can quickly disrupt your entire journey. Travelling is already tiring. You may have woken up at four in the morning, waited in several lines, removed your shoes at security, and paid far too much for a disappointing sandwich.

Visit my website and get the transcript. SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast > Hi! I'm back with a new episode. It's really hot outside, so today we're going to talk about something refreshing: ice and air conditioning. Yes, ice and air conditioning.

Go to SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast and get the transcript for free! Hi! I'm back with a new episode. Today, we're going to talk about a very American celebration: the Fourth of July. Today, you'll hear some new and challenging words. Visit my website and get the transcript.

Get the text for free here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/ Today, we're going to talk about something very common: comparing yourself to others. Maybe you know this feeling. You open social media, and suddenly everyone seems to have a better life than you. One person is traveling. Another person has a perfect body. Another person has a beautiful house. Another person has a wonderful job. And another person is drinking coffee on a beach while you are answering emails in your kitchen. Then you start thinking: "Why is my life not like that?" "Why am I behind?"

Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/381-are-pancakes-healthy-english-food-vocabulary/ Today, I want to talk about something very important. Pancakes. Yes. Pancakes. I'm trying to eat more protein and fewer carbs these days. In English, we often say low-carb. That means we try to eat fewer carbohydrates, like sugar, bread, pasta, rice, or white flour. But there is one little problem. I love pancakes. Maybe you understand me. You want to eat healthier, but then you think, "Oh, pancakes would be nice." And suddenly, your healthy plan is in danger. So today, let's learn some useful English vocabulary about making a healthier pancake. Not a perfect pancake. Not a magic pancake. But a simple pancake with more protein and fewer carbs than a normal pancake.

Read the full transcript on my website: speakenglishpodcast.com/380-are-you-too-busy Today, we're going to talk about something very common: being too busy. Maybe you know this feeling. You wake up in the morning, and before you even get out of bed, your mind starts working. "I have to answer emails. I have to work. I have to clean the house. I have to call someone. I have to study English. I have to exercise. And, yes, I also have to relax."

Get the transcript for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/379-kind-or-nice-whats-the-difference/ Today, we're going to talk about two very common words in English: kind and nice. Many students think they mean the same thing. And yes, sometimes they are similar. But there is a small difference. A nice person is pleasant, polite, and friendly.

Get the full text here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/378-how-to-sound-warmer-in-english/ In today's episode, we're going to talk about how to sound warmer in English. Get the transcript on my website for free: Because sometimes your English is correct, but it sounds a little cold. Too direct. Too short. Too flat. And that can change the whole feeling of a conversation. The good news is simple: You do not need advanced English to sound warmer. You do not need difficult vocabulary.

Get the transcript for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/377-how-to-keep-talking-in-english/ In this episode, I'm going to show you how to keep talking in English.After that, we'll practice with a mini-story. Many English learners have the same problem. At the beginning, the conversation is fine. They answer one question. Maybe two.

Happy Easter, everyone! 🐰🌸 A new episode of the Speak English Now Podcast is here: Happy Easter 2026! Learn English with Easter Traditions, Food, and a Fun Mini-Story In this episode, we talk about: 🥚 Easter traditions 🍖 popular Easter food in the US 🐇 the Easter Bunny 🎧 and a fun mini-story to help you practice speaking English Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/376-happy-easter-2026-learn-english-with-easter-traditions/

Get the transcript for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast Today, we're going to talk about two systems of measurement that are used around the world: the Imperial system and the Metric system. These are important to know, especially if you plan to travel or communicate with people from different countries.

Read the Transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/374-the-90-rule-how-to-choose-english-listening-level/ How to choose English listening level? Listening is powerful… but it must be comprehensible You already know that I insist on one thing again and again: you need to listen a lot.You need to listen every day, and you need to repeat the same lessons many times, because repetition helps you consolidate: vocabulary grammar patterns pronunciation …in a natural way. But today I want to make something very clear, because some students misunderstand this idea: ✅ Listening is powerful only when the content is comprehensible.

Get the transcript for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/373-why-you-freeze-when-speaking-english Have You Ever Had This Moment? You start speaking English. At the beginning, it's okay. And then suddenly… your brain stops. You know the idea. You know the meaning. But the word doesn't come. So what do you do? You speak faster. You try to push the words out. And then you feel frustrated. Sometimes you even feel ashamed, like: "Why can't I say something so simple?"

Get the transcript for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/372-is-valentines-day-really-about-love Today we're going to talk about Valentine's Day. But don't worry — this is not going to be a boring episode about chocolates, roses, and red hearts everywhere. Let me ask you something. Is Valentine's Day really about love? Or is it about pressure? Pressure to buy a gift. Pressure to be romantic. Pressure to post something on Instagram. Pressure to prove that your relationship is perfect.

Get the transcript for free: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/371-dogs-and-their-superpower In the previous episode, we talked about how dogs understand our emotions and how they communicate without words. Today, I want to continue that conversation, but from a different angle. Instead of focusing on emotions, we're going to look at how dogs experience the world, how they gather information, and why they naturally look to humans for guidance. Because dogs don't just feel with us. They observe, analyze, and cooperate with us in ways that are easy to overlook.

Today, I want to talk about dogs again. If you've been listening to the podcast for a while, you already know this isn't the first time I've brought up dogs. Dogs are one of those topics we can come back to again and again, because each time we look at them from a different angle, we discover something new. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/370-how-dogs-communicate-emotions/

Welcome back! This is the final episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we learned how to make an appointment, how to check in at the clinic, and how to answer the nurse's questions. In this lesson, we will focus on the conversation with the doctor. This part can feel intimidating, but with a few simple expressions and some practice, you'll feel much more confident. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/

Welcome back! This is the third episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we practiced how to make an appointment and how to check in at the clinic. Today, we'll continue with the next step: talking with the nurse. Usually, before you see the doctor, a nurse will ask you a few questions about your health. The nurse may also take your temperature, check your blood pressure, and write notes for the doctor. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/368-going-to-the-doctor-3

Today, we will talk about how people in America celebrate New Year's Eve. And with a short story you will learn grammar in context without any boring rules. On my website you can get the 5 Secrets to speak English and also my premium courses. Get the text here: speakenglishpodcast.com/367-new-years-eve-in-the-usa-2026/

Merry Christmas, everyone! Hey there! Welcome back to the podcast. I'm really happy you're here today. Christmas is a special time in the United States. But here's something interesting: people don't celebrate Christmas the same way everywhere. In today's episode, let's look at some fun and unusual Christmas traditions from different parts of the USA. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/366-christmas-traditions-in-the-usa-2025/

Hi! I'm Georgiana, and I'm back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast—the podcast that helps you speak English fluently, with no grammar and no textbooks. This is the second episode in our 4-part series on going to the doctor. In the last episode, we practiced how to make an appointment on the phone. Today, we will look at what happens when you actually arrive at the clinic. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/365-going-to-the-doctor-2-checking-in-at-the-clinic/

Today we're beginning a new series—four episodes designed to prepare you for going to the doctor. Why this topic? Well, the truth is simple. At some point, whether you live abroad, travel, or study in another country, you will need medical care. And the very first step is usually the same: booking an appointment. Making that call can feel stressful, especially if you're not confident speaking English on the phone. Don't worry. I'll show you the most useful expressions, share some realistic dialogues, and at the end, we'll practice with a Point of View story so you can really start speaking more automatically. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/364-going-to-the-doctor-making-an-appointment/

Tom (Being serious): Hey, do we have to send thank you notes to everyone we've ever met for Thanksgiving? James (Laughing): Oh no, it's not like that! Thanksgiving is more about enjoying turkey and pie with family and friends, not writing thank you notes to everyone! Hi! Welcome to a special podcast about Thanksgiving! I'm Georgiana, your English teacher, and I want to tell you about Thanksgiving. Before we start, get the transcript of this episode for free. Visit: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast

This is the fourth and final episode in our pronunciation series. In the first episode, we practiced R and L. In the second, we worked on the TH sound. In the third, we practiced V and B. And today, we will practice the difference between SH and CH. These sounds look similar, but they are not the same. For example: ship and chip. So let's practice with some minimal pairs, some fun tongue twisters, and finally a mini-story. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/362-english-pronunciation-practice-sh-and-ch-sounds/

This is the third episode in our pronunciation series. In the first episode, we practiced R and L. In the second one, we worked on the TH sound. And today, we'll practice the difference between V and B. These sounds can be very tricky, because in some languages there isn't much difference between them. But in English, they are very different. So today, we'll warm up with some minimal pairs, then practice with simple sentences, and finally we'll do a mini-story. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/361-english-pronunciation-practice-the-v-and-b-sounds/

Today, we'll practice one of the trickiest sounds in English: the TH sound. Actually, English has two TH sounds: The voiceless /θ/, like in think, thank, thirty. The voiced /ð/, like in this, that, brother. Many students replace them with t, d, s, or z. For example: They say tank you instead of thank you. Or zis instead of this. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/360-english-pronunciation-practice-the-th-sound/

This is the first episode in a special pronunciation series. We'll do four episodes in a row, each one focused on different sounds. In this first episode, we'll work on R and L. Next time, we'll practice the TH sound. Then, we'll look at V and B. And finally, we'll practice SH and CH. So, step by step, you'll train your pronunciation with word pairs, tongue twisters, and fun mini-stories. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/

Welcome back, travelers! One last time, pack your bags — we're heading west. Today, we'll visit the Southwest and the West. In the Southwest, we have: Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. And in the West, we have: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. That's fifteen states in total! Today, we'll take a closer look at Texas, Arizona, Colorado, California, Oregon, and Washington. Get the text here:

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In the first part of this lesson, I'll talk about the famous Route 66. And in the second part, you'll practice your spoken English with a funny mini-story. Who hasn't heard of the famous Route 66? This route is a myth itself, and of course an icon of the United States. Americans call it "The MotherRoute" because it was the first paved federal highway in the country. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Are you a spender? Today, I'm gonna talk about the tricks that supermarkets use to make you to buy more than necessary. You'll also improve your speaking with a funny mini-story. When you leave the supermarket (grocery store), have you ever wondered why you spent more money than you originally planned? By the way, a spender is someone who spends money unnecessarily. And another interesting expression: "overspending," which means spending more than planned or necessary. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! - In the first part of this lesson, I'll talk about punctuality. - In the second part, you will practice your spoken English with a mini-story. - And in the last section, I'll mention the benefits of reading and listening. "Hi, are we meeting at 5:00 p.m. to go to the movies? " "Yes, of course! No problem. " "I'll see you then at 5 pm, sharp! Just be punctual this time! The movie starts on time." For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In the first part of today's episode, I'll show you how you can benefit from creating habits that help you with your English. And in the second part of this episode, you'll learn English grammar without studying any rules with an exclusive point of view story. The first thing we have to keep in mind is that willpower is not as important as it seems. In fact, it's quite limited. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In the first part of this episode, I'm gonna talk about lending and borrowing something and how to get a loan from the bank. And in the second part, you'll practice your spoken English with a question and answer mini-story. Today, I'd like to talk about loans and the related vocabulary. Loans have always been a feature in all countries, societies, and cultures. Person A has some money, and person B needs money. Then person A can lend money to person B. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! I'll teach you to express the frequency in English. And with a point of view story, you'll practice the vocabulary that I mention in the first section. Lastly, I'll talk about an exciting topic: intensive reading vs. extensive reading. How to build vocabulary and consolidate what you already know. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In today's episode, I'll talk again about how to express moods in English, and you'll learn more expressions. Then, through a lesson of a point of view story, let's practice the vocabulary. In the previous episode of this podcast, we saw these words: Sad, morose, desolate, devastated; happy, elated, exultant, thrilled, ecstatic; Boring, entertaining, amusing; Mad, angry, upset, annoyed, pissed off; Nervous, anxious, relaxed. Let's see some more examples. Don't worry if you don't learn them all. The goal is to get familiar with them. READ the text here: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In today's episode, I'll talk about how to express moods in English, and why you should avoid using the word VERY. After that, I'll practice your speaking with a funny mini-story. In this episode, I thought about talking a little bit about how you can express your moods in English. I've started making a list of words you can use, but there's a ton of them! The good news is that you don't need to know all of them to express different kinds of moods. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Today, let's finish the kinship thing. In the previous episode, I introduced the topic of kinship. Now I'm going to further expand the relationship between the different members of a family. Next, through a point of view story, you'll practice today's vocabulary, and you'll definitely improve your English grammar in a fun way. Well, let's get started now. We're back to kinship again. Remember that kinship means the relationship between two people from the same family. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Let's talk about kinship. That's to say, the relationship between the different members of a family. Then, through a mini-story lesson, you'll practice vocabulary and of course your fluency. I'll use the question and answer technique to get you involved in the conversation. Well, today we're gonna talk about family, and in particular kinship. Kinship is what we call the relationship between two people from the same family. For example, father, son, etc. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! I'm gonna talk about the World Cup. Every four years it's held in a different country and is an exciting conversation topic. After that, you'll enjoy an exclusive mini-story that will help you improve your fluency easily. Do you like soccer? I don't actually like it very much because I find it a little dull. Besides, I never understood the rules, when I watch a soccer match I see a lot of men with attractive legs running for about 90 minutes. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In this episode, I'll talk about going out at night. I'll point out the most emblematic places where you can hang out in New York City at night, and I'll teach you how to order a drink! I've also prepared a Point of View story so you can practice your grammar and vocabulary. It's Friday night, you call your friends and ask them: What are we doing tonight? And they say: Let's go party! Or let's go clubbing! For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Today, I'll be teaching you how to rent a car in English. The lesson is simple and to the point so it'll save you a lot of time when you really need to rent a vehicle. And in the next section, you'll practice your English speaking with a funny mini-story. Today's story is about Brian, a middle-aged man who wants to go out with hot chicks. :) For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast