show episodes
 
Coffee Break English is a podcast which will help you learn English in regular 15-minute episodes, perfect for your coffee break! Find out more about Coffee Break English at https://coffeebreaklanguages.com/coffeebreakenglish/ . Coffee Break English can help you improve your English with short lessons - the perfect time to enjoy a cup of coffee while learning. The course is presented in slow English which is easy to understand. Don’t worry if you don’t understand every word, it’s more import ...
  continue reading
 
Learn real English through inspiring stories told by people from all over the world. Intermediate to advanced learners — including those preparing for Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced, and IELTS exams — will improve their English by listening to life-changing stories and motivational advice. Bree Aesie uses her psychology background to take you into the lives of extraordinary people, discovering different English accents and cultures. Studies show that stories activate your brain, making flue ...
  continue reading
 
English Made Simple #1 podcast for professionals, international students & other awesome non-English speakers planning to live, work or study overseas. Tune in every week to hear from your lovely host Milena who shares her wisdom (as she likes to call it :)) and crazy stories about what life in Australia is really like for a non-English speaker. Milena is an online English coach and is passionate about simplifying English learning for learners who struggle to make conversation. She breaks it ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Learn how to handle customer complaints like a pro in this episode. Whether you work in customer service or just want to improve your communication skills, you’ll pick up practical tips and phrases to handle tough situations with confidence. Tune in for helpful advice on how to handle customer complaints. Enjoy!Download your free gift here to help …
  continue reading
 
Welcome to this bonus episode of Coffee Break English! Today, we're learning some examples of phrasal verbs in the time it takes to have a coffee! In this episode, Nick talks to Anabel about what is important to him during the festive period. He uses a lot of examples of phrasal verbs and Nick and Anabel will go through each phrasal verb and explai…
  continue reading
 
Bree believes in her idea, but when reality doesn’t match her expectation, she must rethink and adapt. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: Canadian ⚡ Join the waitlist for Bree’s course Public Speaking for Non-Native Speakers 🥧 FREE EPISODE PACK is still cooking — check back later! Key Vocabulary: LEAN: To bend your body slightly forward or toward so…
  continue reading
 
Gabriel Kazz’s musical journey takes him to the TV show The Voice, where he realizes the power of showing up and trying. Level: Advanced Accent: Canadian Get More: ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter for tips on confident communication in English. Preparing for your Cambridge B2 First Certificate? Enroll in my free Cambridge B2 First Course⁠⁠⁠ for Spanis…
  continue reading
 
When Charlie Baxter meets his girlfriend's parents for the first time, a big mistake turns into a lesson on honesty and connection. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (London) Get More: ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter for tips on confident communication in English. Preparing for your Cambridge B2 First Certificate? Enroll in my free Cam…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, I share a personal story of dealing with bad customer service during a major project. From poor communication to feeling like ‘just a transaction,’ I dive into the frustrations of being a customer when service falls short. Have you ever experienced bad customer service? Enjoy today's episode! Download your free gift here to help yo…
  continue reading
 
When Nikki started her career in human rights, she found herself adapting to a job that required a lot more than she expected. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: Canada (Calgary) 👉 ⁠⁠Get the FREE EPISODE PACK⁠⁠ to go further Into the Story. 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - BLASTING (MUSIC/AIR-CONDITIONING): Playing music or running air-cond…
  continue reading
 
Sarah Allworthy tells a story of what happens when you do something you're "not supposed to do." Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (London) 👉 ⁠Get the FREE EPISODE PACK⁠ to go further Into the Story. 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - TO CALL SOMEONE’S BLUFF: To challenge someone to prove something they said or did. "He called…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we dive into customer service and call center communication, focusing on how to navigate different accents, including Northern and Southern US accents. Plus, we share a fun audio clip from Gabe and Goyo’s '¡No Te Rindas! Intermediate English' podcast, where they role-play a call center scenario and teach us how to use the NATO Phon…
  continue reading
 
Growing up, Archy Jamjun didn't feel seen, until someone finally saw him for who he really was. Level: Advanced Accent: United States (Chicago) 👉 ⁠Get the FREE EPISODE PACK⁠ to go further Into the Story. 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - TO THROW DOWN THE GAUNTLET: To challenge or invite someone to compete or flight. "She threw down the gau…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we look at the pros and cons of AI teachers vs Human teachers... have a listen then tell me inside the Comments, which one do you prefer? Enjoy :) ---- Download your free gift here to help you with spelling: How to Spell Your Name in English with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠www.englishmadesimple.net/spellmyname⁠⁠⁠ Also, check out my YouTube Chan…
  continue reading
 
After her dream job left her exhausted, Megan Nicholls decides to change her pace completely. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Manchester) 👉 ⁠Get the FREE EPISODE PACK⁠ to go further Into the Story. 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - TO RUSTLE: To make a soft, crackling sound, usually from something moving, like leaves or pa…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we explore how you can use AI virtual assistants like Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa to practice English in your everyday conversations. Learn practical tips on how to ask questions, improve your listening skills, and even have fun while interacting with AI - all from the convenience of your phone. Enjoy :)---- Download your fre…
  continue reading
 
Ariel Goodbody steps into the world of stand-up comedy with a performance no one expected. Level: Advanced Accent: United Kingdom (Bath) 👉 Get the FREE EPISODE PACK to go further Into the Story. 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - DEADPAN: To say something serious or with no emotion, often in a funny way. "He told the joke in a deadpan voice,…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we explore how the latest AI technology from Samsung can enhance your English learning experience. Plus, I’ll share a personal story on how AI is shaking things up in the way we work. Tune in and let’s embrace the future of language learning together! Enjoy :) Download your free gift here to help you with spelling: How to Spell You…
  continue reading
 
Rob Rudge tells a story about that moment when you’re so close to a problem that you can’t see the solution. Level: Upper-Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Yorkshire) FREE EPISODE LEARNING PACKAGE⁠ to make the most of this episode and subscribe to our newsletter to take your English much further. SPONSORS THAT SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: - Free course…
  continue reading
 
Fabio decides to contact someone famous and what ends up happening gives him a new perspective on what becomes possible, when you ask. Level: Intermediate Accent: Non-Native English Speaker (Italy) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript, and more. WE HAVE A NEW SPONSOR!…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we explore how the Olympic Games can be the perfect icebreaker for starting conversations. Learn fun and engaging ways to chat about your favourite sports, share interesting facts, and connect with others. Enjoy! :) Download your free gift here to help you with spelling: How to Spell Your Name in English with Confidence ⁠www.englis…
  continue reading
 
Hey amigos y amigas! Today, I'm sharing how different it is to drive in Australia compared to Europe, the US, or the rest of the world! Enjoy! :) Download your free gift here to help you with spelling: How to Spell Your Name in English with Confidence www.englishmadesimple.net/spellmyname Also, check out my YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/cha…
  continue reading
 
Season 6 of Into the Story arrives August 2024! Meanwhile, enjoy this fiction story from Ariel Goodbody of Easy Stories in English about two sisters. If you haven't already listened to ⁠Sisters, Sisters (Part 1)⁠, go listen now! Angeline and Annabelle are a classic sister act. Annabelle writes the songs and they sing together, but Angeline gets all…
  continue reading
 
Season 6 of Into the Story arrives August 2024! Meanwhile, enjoy this fiction story from Ariel Goodbody of Easy Stories in English about two sisters. Angeline and Annabelle are a classic sister act. Annabelle writes the songs and they sing together, but Angeline gets all the compliments. When a music producer offers a deal to Annabelle, she realise…
  continue reading
 
Hey amigos y amigas! Join me on a hilarious and educational journey as I share my experience of renting a car in New Zealand. Learn useful English phrases and expressions while enjoying my funny rent-a-car anecdotes. If you're travelling soon, this episode is for you. Enjoy! :)Download your free gift here to help you with spelling:How to Spell Your…
  continue reading
 
Christie was on tour as a professional dancer when unexpected turns teach her about strength and confidence, even when things get difficult. Level: upper intermediate Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: …
  continue reading
 
Tom spends months preparing for an ultramarathon, but race day brings surprising challenges. Level: upper intermediate Accent: Australian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO PUSH YOURSELF TO DO SOMETHING: To make a …
  continue reading
 
In this episode of The English Made Simple Show, we embark on a journey to the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand's South Island. I'll introduce you to some Maori words, starting with Aotearoa, the Maori name for New Zealand. Join me as we explore the stunning scenery and learn why every corner of the South Island is perfect for a selfie. Enjoy…
  continue reading
 
Jaclyn tells the story of a paragliding accident and its emotional impact on her life. Level: upper intermediate Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript and much more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO END UP: To arrive at a particular place…
  continue reading
 
Twice in her life has Brigitte felt alone and lost, and both times she decided to search for the northern lights. Level: Intermediate Accent: Canadian (Quebec) 🚐 Do you want to get much further? CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript and more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - UPROOT: to pull somethin…
  continue reading
 
When Scott goes exploring in a dark cave and gets stuck hanging on a rope with no light, he has to use his imagination to find a way out. Level: Advanced Accent: United States (Ohio) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: -…
  continue reading
 
Hey amigos, in today's episode I try to convince you to learn how to spell your name confidently and clearly. Every time and in every possible situation. In today's episode you also learn a few phrasal verbs such as: dive into, come in handy and jot down. Enjoy today's episode!Download your free gift here:How to Spell Your Name in English with Conf…
  continue reading
 
Tiffani leaves her job at NASA to explore a new path, leading her to the most difficult thing she's ever done. Level: Upper intermediate Accent: United States (Maryland) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO BE GLUED …
  continue reading
 
When Martin becomes a dad, he realizes how difficult it is when we can’t be with the ones we love. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Essex) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with full vocabulary list, transcript, test, and much more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: -TO SHO…
  continue reading
 
In today's episode we are going to learn how to spell our name in English using the Phonetic Alphabet. Doing this the right way will make you sound like a confident English speaker. Enjoy today's show!Download your free gift here: How to Spell Your Name in English with Confidencehttps://www.englishmadesimple.net/spellmynameAlso, check out my YouTub…
  continue reading
 
Gloudina goes to Ecuador to volunteer with a wildlife veterinarian and ends up learning an important lesson from children in the Amazon.Level: Upper IntermediateAccent: South Africa🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript!5 words and expressions in today's story:- WIL…
  continue reading
 
Anna wanted to go to one of the most prestigious music schools in the UK and Europe, but felt that she wasn’t good enough. Level: Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript and more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO NAG: To…
  continue reading
 
When Lindsay McMahon was backpacking alone in Southeast Asia, an injury teaches her an important lesson about living a good life.Level: Upper IntermediateAccent: United States (New Hampshire)🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript and much more!5 words and expressions in…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we're delving into more train-related idioms that native English speakers love to use. Whether you're at work, chilling with friends, or just hanging out, these expressions add some fun flair to your conversations. Join me as we break down phrases like "a train of thought" and "off the rails," and practice saying them together! Enj…
  continue reading
 
Alastair Budge talks about his experience working in technology start-ups and how his ideas about success have changed over time. Level: Advanced Accent: United Kingdom (London) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO B…
  continue reading
 
Hey amigos, let's learn some train related idioms (expressions). Listen till the end as you'll get to practice these expressions with the 'Repeat After Me segment.' Enjoy today's episode!Also, check out my YouTube Channel here:www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-97FNYxvF7yvbllwBaEiwEnjoy :)*** Learn English with AI: englishmadesimple.net/AI***LINK TO THE S…
  continue reading
 
Anna Connelly tells a story about giving her first big presentation at work and about confidence. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Oxford) 🥧 Access The EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ for vocabulary, test, transcript and more. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO HAVE EVERYTHING TOGETHER: To be organized, calm, or sure about handling al…
  continue reading
 
Michael Lavers from Level Up English tells a story about trying 16 different jobs in search of something more. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Cornwall) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO SEE WHAT…
  continue reading
 
Today's episode is about my recent train experience travelling around Australia on Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Happy New Year to you all and enjoy today's episode. :)Also, check out my YouTube Channel here:www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-97FNYxvF7yvbllwBaEiwEnjoy :)*** Learn English with AI: englishmadesimple.net/AI***LINK TO THE SURVEY: englishm…
  continue reading
 
Erica Tait shares a story of falling off an 18-meter cliff. Level: Intermediate Accent: United States (New Jersey) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠The EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ is here ready for you in our English academy website, AC English School: TAKE ME TO THE EPISODE PACKAGE 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO TAKE IN: Appreciating …
  continue reading
 
Imagine traveling into the future with grammar-savvy cyborgs making English lessons a breeze! Well, maybe not, but it's food for thought. Remember, when 2024 arrives, let's hit the ground running with energy and enthusiasm. And if you find yourself stuck, just shake it off and have a good laugh.Thank you, amigos, for your incredible support. Your b…
  continue reading
 
Do you know when to use how much and how many in English? In this final episode of The Coffee Break English Show, Josie and Maurizio talk about when to use how much and how many as well as looking at a few examples. ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…
  continue reading
 
Exploring the airport continues today! In this episode, discover additional phrases to enhance your airport vocabulary. Enjoy the learning journey! :)Also, check out my YouTube Channel here:www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-97FNYxvF7yvbllwBaEiwEnjoy :)*** Learn English with AI: englishmadesimple.net/AI***LINK TO THE SURVEY: englishmadesimple.net/survey**…
  continue reading
 
Do you know how to say the words Tuesday and Thursday correctly in English? In this episode of The Coffee Break English Show, Josie and Mark chat about how to pronounce Tuesday and Thursday - and use these sounds in other words. By the end of this episode you will be more confident in pronouncing the 'tu' and 'thu' sounds in English! ➡️ Click here …
  continue reading
 
In this new episode of The Coffee Break English Show, Mark and Josie chat about when to use ‘a’ and ‘the’ to talk about general and specific things. By the end of this episode you will feel confident using definite and indefinite articles. ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acas…
  continue reading
 
Do you know when to use prepositions 'in', 'on', and 'at' in English? In this episode of The Coffee Break English Show, Josie and Maurizio talk about the rules for when to use these prepositions when we talk about time, and they give examples to help you understand. ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Guia de referencia rapida