Learning English Stories Our Stories: Ways to tell good stories
Nov 14, 2025
Discover how to elevate your storytelling in English! Pippa and Beth explore techniques such as using vivid actions to enhance humor, as demonstrated in Neil's parking tale. They reveal how to make unbelievable stories more credible by incorporating repetition, illustrated through Georgie's encounter with a boy band. Plus, learn how sharing thoughts and feelings can add drama, inspired by a compelling travel coincidence. Tune in for tips that make your stories unforgettable!
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Build Detail Before The Reveal
- Add vivid, specific details to build a clear image before the punchline.
- Hold back the key revealing fact as long as possible to increase humour and effect.
Mistakenly Directing The Wrong Car
- Neil exaggerated his movements and crouched on his knees while directing the car.
- He then realised the couple were not his parents, which made the scene funnier.
Use Relatable Comparisons
- Use simple comparisons to help listeners visualise unfamiliar actions.
- Link what you did to a familiar image, like directing planes on a runway, to make the scene vivid.