E245: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, where every weekday we bring you Your English Five a Day to boost your vocabulary. I'm Anna, your host, and today on Week 25, Day 3, we're diving into five new words to enrich your English skills.🤧 First up is the verb "sneeze", followed by the adverb "frantically". Next up, we explore the verb "ensue and then we move on to the noun "blockbuster".  And our final item on the list is the noun "bruise".💄 Now, let's practise pronunciation and do a little memory quiz, before wrapping up with a story about Jane, a make-up artist on a Hollywood blockbuster set. Despite mishaps like smudged mascara and missing props, Jane's quick thinking saves the day.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E244: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuning in to Week 25, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day. Join me as we dive into five enriching pieces to enhance your vocabulary from Monday to Friday.🌟 Today, let's kick off with the verb "to collapse", followed by the idiom "put to the test". Then we explore the verb "to nurture" and after that, let's delve into the adjective "jam-packed". Lastly, we'll discuss the adjective "eager".👩‍🍼👶🏽🧒🏻After our usual pronunciation practice and quick recap, we head to Colchester, where we meet Claudia, a dedicated mother and childminder, as she navigates a jam-packed day full of nurturing and challenges.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E243: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready for Week 25, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, where we add five juicy pieces to your vocabulary every weekday from Monday to Friday.⛈️ Let's dive into today's list, starting with the colourful side of the noun "spectrum". Moving on to the verb "frequent", which has a slightly different pronunciation to its adjective counterpart. Next up, we take a look at the idiom "weather the storm" and then encounter the adjective "unpredictable". And lastly, we explore the adjective "quaint".🌈 But wait, let's put your memory to the test with a little storytime as we join lovebirds Lily and Jack in a picturesque countryside village as they dance through rainbows and wildflowers. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

Subscriber-only episodeE242: 🎙️ Welcome back Plus Member! Join me for this delightful bonus episode, where I talk about the irritations and frustrations of everyday life through the lens of British weather and household chores. Join me as I take you on a journey through a recent frustrating day of mine, where I experienced the trials and triumphs of getting things done. 🧺 ⛈️ From battling laundry mountains to braving sudden hailstorms while attempting to record content, I share relatable anecdotes peppered with colloquial phrases, such as "chucking it down," "brolly," and "out of the blue".⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/

E241: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for intermediate to advanced English learners. I'm Anna, your host, and in today's episode, we're going back to the 90s!  💿 🤘🏼 Join me as we unravel the enigmatic figure of Kurt Cobain, the iconic frontman of Nirvana, whose raw talent and emotionally charged lyrics reshaped the music scene of the 90s. From his humble beginnings in Aberdeen, Washington, to his meteoric rise to fame and tragic end, we'll delve into Cobain's artistic journey and the lasting impact of his music.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/

Explore vocabulary like 'train of thought', 'variety', 'reign supreme', 'whimsical', and 'bespoke'. Follow Julie's entrepreneurial journey creating bespoke greeting cards. Join English Like A Native Plus for bonus content and English level tests.

E239: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, hosted by me, Anna! Tune in to Week 24, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we embark on a journey to expand your vocabulary with five enriching pieces every single day.🌟 Today's vocabulary journey begins with the noun "whim". Next up are the adjectives "sensory" and "star-struck". Then, we explore another adjective "intricate", before finishing off with the adverbial phrase "in all its glory",🏎 🏁 Join us as we dive deeper into pronunciation, memory testing, and an engaging storytime session, where a young F1 enthusiast from Crewe wins tickets to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on a whim. With his friend, he embarks on a sensory adventure, meeting racing legends, and experiencing the race in all its glory. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E238: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 24, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we explore five pieces of vocabulary each weekday to enhance your English skills. Join us on this journey to expand your vocabulary and improve your language proficiency!🌟 First on today's list is the noun "contentment", followed by another noun "enclosure". Next up, we delve into the adjectives "drastic" and "unique". Last but not least we explore the phrase "a dream come true".🐺 Engage in some pronunciation practice and a fun memory test before we go on to the heartwarming tale of Ben, a retired police dog trainer who embarks on a new chapter in his life as a zookeeper. As he enters the gates of the zoo, Ben is filled with contentment, grateful for the opportunity to work with animals once again. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E237: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 24, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we embark on a journey to enrich your vocabulary with five carefully selected words or phrases every weekday. 🌟 Today, we start with the verb "serving", particularly used when talking about the armed forces. Then we take a look at the adjective "fervent", which is then followed by the noun "unease". Next up, we see the idiom "carry weight", and finally we dive into the noun "comrade". 🗡️ In today's moving story, we follow the heartfelt emotions of a spouse awaiting the safe return of their beloved husband serving overseas. Experience the fervent beliefs, unease, and camaraderie intertwined with the weight of duty and sacrifice. ⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈

E236: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, your host, guiding you through Week 24, Day One of Your English Five a Day. Join me as we explore five vocabulary pieces every weekday, enriching your active vocabulary. 🌟 Today, we kick off with the noun "gusto". Next up is the idiom "on the fly", followed by the adjective "frequent". After that, we take a look at the meaning of the noun "endorsement", and finally, we explore the adjective "dense".🗺 🎒 Join me for pronunciation practice and a memory test, then embark on adventures with Alastair and Miriam, frequent backpackers exploring the globe with gusto, making decisions on the fly and discovering destinations along the way. Their journey through dense rainforests and Mediterranean waters encapsulates the spirit of exploration and discovery.⭐ ENGLISH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/Five-a-Day DatabaseAccess all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated.You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences.Get access now by joining my ELAN Newsletter 👈