English Like A Native Podcast

English Listening Practice - Five a Day #33.2

Aug 19, 2025
Explore the humorous side of English vocabulary through relatable anecdotes, like a teenager's pester-worthy phone hunt. Discover budget-friendly insurance tips alongside the luxury of premium steak deliveries, all while highlighting heartwarming philanthropic efforts. Gain insights into the medical world as a professional shares amusing tales of navigating patient self-diagnosis and expectations. This engaging conversation fuses daily life with language learning, making it both entertaining and educational.
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ADVICE

Daily Short Practice Works

  • Tune in daily for short, consistent practice to improve vocabulary and listening skills.
  • Use 10–15 minute sessions to build confidence and steady progress.
ANECDOTE

Parent Worn Down By Repeated Requests

  • Anita's son repeatedly asked for a new phone and showed comparison sites to persuade his parents.
  • Anita joked the simple act of saying no had become exhausting and questioned her sanity.
ADVICE

Stop Persistent Nagging With Firm Boundaries

  • Do not ignore repeated annoying requests; identify when to set a firm boundary or surrender.
  • Use a firm 'no' or decisive action to stop persistent pestering.
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