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Mar 25, 2024 • 14min

Your English Five a Day #21.1

E215: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Dive into Week 21, Day 1 of Your English Five a Day, where we enrich your vocabulary with five delightful words every weekday from Monday to Friday.🍽️ Today we're on a culinary journey, as we kick off the list with the less common, but fun adjective "scrumptious". Next, we delve into the noun "pantry", then we uncover the verb "tempt". Moving on, we explore the adjective "ultra-processed" and to finish off, we take a look at the phrasal verb "end up".🥘 Join me for a quick recap and pronunciation practice before we go on to hear a tale of culinary inspiration with a nod to the legendary chef Nigella Lawson. From her luscious pantry to her midnight fridge raids, Nigella's culinary adventures are a testament to the joy of fresh, scrumptious food.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. 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 👈
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Mar 24, 2024 • 10min

🔒 The Sunday Cuppa: Easter Idioms

Subscriber-only episodeE214: 🎙️ Welcome back, Plus Members, to another episode of The English Like a Native Podcast, where today we sip on a lovely cup of tea as we delve into the delightful world of idioms from Episode 213: Native English Conversation: An Egg-cellent British Easter.🐣 🐰 From "spring into action" to "hatch a plan," we'll explore the colourful tapestry of expressions related to this festive season. Ever heard of being "as mad as a March Hare"? Or been warned not to "put all your eggs in one basket"? We'll unravel the meanings behind these phrases and more, offering insights into their usage. So, whether you're a "good egg" or fear getting "egg on your face," join me for a delightful Easter chat and expand your vocabulary!⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/
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Mar 23, 2024 • 13min

Native English Conversation: An Egg-cellent British Easter

Join Anna and guest Nick as they explore the multifaceted nature of Easter celebrations in the UK, from religious origins to modern-day traditions like egg hunts and hot cross buns. They reminisce about childhood experiences and discuss the symbolism of Easter while blending religious and cultural elements in a fun and engaging conversation.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 14min

Your English Five a Day #20.5

E212: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready for Week 20, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your vocabulary with five new words every weekday.🌟 First up is the adjective "timid", followed by the noun "mime." Think Charlie Chaplin! Then, we explore the adverb "scarcely" and the adverb "enduring", often used when talking about relationships or friendships. Finally, for the last item on the list, we dive into the noun "flip side".🎭 Stay tuned as I quiz your memory and then weave these words into a captivating story about a mesmerising street performer, showcasing the power of stillness and surprise.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. 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 👈
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Mar 21, 2024 • 15min

Your English Five a Day #20.4

Explore vocabulary words like 'hydrate', 'scalding', 'concentrate', 'finger on the pulse', and 'shallow' with pronunciation practice and memory test. Dive into a captivating story of Alex, a college student pursuing a career as a chef, facing challenges in the culinary world with determination.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 17min

Your English Five a Day #20.3

E210: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna, bringing you Week 20, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, dedicated to enriching your vocabulary Monday through Friday.🛣 We kick off today's exploration with the verb "tamper" and then delve into the adjective "genuine". Moving on, we encounter the noun "defect" and our first of two idioms is "hit the road". Lastly, we explore the second idiom, "bite the bullet".🚗 Join us as we recap and practice pronunciation, ensuring these words and idioms stay with you. Now, let's weave these vocabulary items into a tale as we meet Emily, who inherits a classic car with a rich family history but in need of restoration due to tampering and defects. Determined to preserve her family's legacy, Emily embarks on the journey of restoring the car, ready to bite the bullet despite the challenges. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. 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 👈
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Mar 19, 2024 • 18min

Your English Five a Day #20.2

In this podcast, they talk about negotiating skills using words like 'tedious' and 'renegotiate'. They discuss the importance of 'alertness' in negotiations and the idiom 'split hairs'. The narrative includes a battle with a conceited counterpart, emphasizing persistence and sharp negotiation skills for victory.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 17min

Your English Five a Day #20.1

Explore various words related to health and illness like 'clammy', 'nauseous', and 'fight off'. Hear about a panic attack sufferer's narrative and tips on dealing with it. Plus, learn about the evolution of medical care and the challenges of navigating through panic attacks.
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Mar 17, 2024 • 10min

🔒 Exploring English from "Amazing Inventions: Cars, Curry, and Chess"

Subscriber-only episodeE207: 🎙️ Welcome back Plus Member! Join me for another special bonus episode of The English Like a Native Podcast, as we delve into some vocabulary gems from yesterday's episode E206: Amazing Inventions: Cars, Curry, and Chess.♟️ We explore phrases like "rings a bell", "undergo",  and "highbrow".  We also take a trip into sports and games, as we take a look at the phrase "knock out", as well as the intricate strategies of "checkmate". So tune in and be prepared to broaden your English vocabulary and spice up your conversations with these words and more!⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/
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Mar 16, 2024 • 21min

Amazing Inventions: Cars, Curry, and Chess

E206: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! In today's special Saturday episode, get ready for an immersive experience as I take you on a linguistic journey filled with intriguing words and phrases in this episode of the Amazing Inventions series.🚗 So, in our fascinating exploration of inventions, we start with the evolution of cars. From Karl Benz's pioneering gasoline-powered vehicle to Henry Ford's iconic Model T, I delve into the timeline of automotive innovation. 🍛♟️ Also, prepare your taste buds as I take you on a culinary adventure exploring the diverse world of curry. And last but not least, we can't forget the strategic game of chess. Discover the origins of this timeless game, its cultural significance, and even its modern-day spin-offs like chess boxing.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership that allows you to access bonus material that I will be making alongside every episode. Plus Members receive an email every Monday containing their bonus materials. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/

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