The InFluency Podcast

Learn how to pronounce and use 10 common medical words correctly to enhance your medical vocabulary and communication skills. Topics include the meaning of 'recuperate', the usage of 'chronic' in health conditions, the definition of 'prescription', the difference between medication and medicine, and the meaning of 'symptom'. The pronunciation of medical terms such as 'tumor,' 'malignant tumor,' 'benign tumor,' and 'biopsy' are also discussed. Additionally, the pronunciation of 'syringe' and 'over the counter' is explained, along with the purpose of a syringe. Various medical words, including specialist, pharmacist, pharmacy, prescription, and medications, are covered with examples and practice.

Learn how to pronounce 'has to', 'have to' and 'had to' in connected speech. Understand the importance of connected speech in conveying a clear message. Discover tips and tricks for connecting words in American English.

Learn how making mistakes can actually improve your English fluency, the three types of mistakes in language learning, and strategies for logging and repeating mistakes for consistent progress

Learn about the different pronunciations of the letter 'O' in English, including 'oh', 'ah', 'or', 'er', and schwa sounds. Explore examples and exercises to practice and improve pronunciation. Understand how stress affects the pronunciation of O and get helpful tips for practicing.

In this Q&A episode, the host answers questions about pronunciation, covering topics like words with -er endings, flap T and L sounds, connected speech, and intonation. She provides tips for practicing pronunciation, discusses differences in pronouncing certain words, and offers techniques for improving the 'R' and 'L' sounds. The episode also explores connecting words for better pronunciation and flow, as well as strategies for improving intonation in a second language.

Learn unconventional and effective strategies to improve your English fluency quickly, such as finding a job in English, using platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, vlogging on social media platforms, and actively seeking opportunities to practice and teach English.

The podcast explores the pronunciation of P, T, and K sounds at the beginning of words, emphasizing their aspirated nature. It also discusses the pronunciation of words with H at the beginning, the importance of practice, and the complexities of English pronunciation.

Learn the importance of consistent pronunciation practice, tips for daily English practice, effective strategies for teaching pronunciation and fluency, tips for practicing and monitoring progress, and recommended resources for speech pathologists and AI language model for practice.

Discover the 80/20 principle for improving English practice. Focus on key elements like stress placement and major sounds for faster improvement. Improve vocabulary by practicing colloquial words. Enhance fluency through targeted practice and engagement. Get practical tips on practicing with others and building confidence in speaking English.

Learn strategies to overcome the fear of getting stuck while speaking in English, including tips on what words and phrases to use and how to start over with confidence. Discover the common experience of getting stuck while speaking a second language and learn how to overcome self-judgment and shame that may arise from it. Find out how to handle moments when you get stuck while speaking, including tips on starting over, finding alternative words or sentences, and embracing mistakes as part of the learning process.