All Ears English Podcast AEE 2388: We Don't Want You Skipping This Episode
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Apr 9, 2025 The podcast dives into how tone influences communication, especially in delivering difficult messages. Listeners get tips on managing a high-energy pet, along with useful expressions for disapproval. A new professional English course is introduced, focusing on fluency and vocabulary. The hosts tackle the nuances of offering financial advice, emphasizing careful communication. They also discuss how to navigate emotions in friendships while resolving misunderstandings, providing practical examples for enhancing interpersonal skills.
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Kiefer's Dog Encounters
- Michelle's dog, Kiefer, loves other dogs and has a habit of lurching and growling at them.
- Michelle uses focus training with Kiefer when other dogs approach to manage his playful but potentially troublesome behavior.
Nuances of "I don't want you doing X"
- The hosts analyze the phrase "I don't want you doing X," noting its nuanced meaning and everyday usage.
- They highlight its subtle implication of responsibility or control, unlike simpler alternatives like "Don't do that."
Using "I don't want you doing X"
- Use "I don't want you doing X" to express responsibility or concern for someone's actions.
- It implies a level of care or authority, unlike more direct prohibitions.