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Jun 23, 2023 • 6min

330. Why can’t I use the right pronunciation when I talk to someone? TRY THIS

If you’ve ever studied pronunciation, you know how challenging it can be to actually USE it in a conversation with someone! Sometimes, it feels like all the work you’ve done disappears once you start talking. Why is that? Today, I’m going to share with you my answer, and what you can try so that the pronunciation sticks. This question came from my student, Silvia. Did you know you can ask me a question too? Submit it here: https://bit.ly/3L71bu8 Want weekly bite-sized lessons from me in your inbox every week? Sign up here! https://bit.ly/3MNyEfn Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/GIyLHAGruI8
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Jun 20, 2023 • 46min

329. Why is it so hard to be funny in a second language? (and other fun things) with Luke from Luke’s English Podcast

Today I’m thrilled to share with you my interview with Luke Thompson from Luke’s English Podcast! You might know Luke’s English Podcast, after all, he started it in 2009, and now has over 800 episodes! In this episode, we talk about his experience with standup comedy, humor in language, strategy, navigating life as a content creator and more. Luke and I had so much fun (and a lot of laughs) together, and I’m excited for you to listen in today Watch the interview I had with Luke on his podcast here. Luke’s Podcast: https://teacherluke.co.uk/ Luke’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LukesEnglishPodcast
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Jun 16, 2023 • 51min

328. How You Think About Your English Affects Your Fluency

In this episode, I address the way our thoughts affect our performance in a second language, and why you need to change your thoughts if you want to improve the way you communicate in English. Join My English Mindset: https://bit.ly/3VdK0eW This episode was originally published on Sep 10, 2020. To see the video version, click here: https://youtu.be/HGL320clBLQ Get my FREE monthly Vocabulary Planner: https://bit.ly/3XiF0qv Download our 30 Most Powerful English Speaking Affirmations PDF: https://bit.ly/41UMrpr  
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Jun 13, 2023 • 15min

327. How to understand Fast English (plus a quiz!)

Do you sometimes have trouble understanding people when they speak fast in English? When learning and speaking a second language, one of the biggest challenges we face is being able to understand the speakers of that language, and fast speakers can be extra intimidating! In this episode, I’m gonna share with you strategic tips to improve your listening comprehension, and a quiz for you to put your skills to the test! Using these tips will allow you to develop your listening skills and feel much more confident when communicating in English. Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/understand-fast-english/ Here are some episodes for practicing reductions and connected speech: How to use OF, AND, FOR and OR in a sentence: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/reductions-in-english/ Connected speech in English: How to use it to sound even clearer: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/connected-speech-in-english/
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Jun 9, 2023 • 44min

326. Behind the Scenes with “The Ladies of English” Jelena, Marcela, and Daniela

In this episode, I talk with Daniela, Jelena, and Marcela, three amazing English coaches, who were also my students. They talk about their journey as non-native teachers, and how building pronunciation confidence has helped their students’ clarity and confidence in English. This episode was originally published on Aug 6, 2020. To see the video version, click here: https://youtu.be/3zgk7DZ7Cf4 Want to know more about my signature program New Sound? Get on the waitlist and be the first to hear when doors open next time! https://hadarshemesh.com/join/
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Jun 6, 2023 • 12min

325. The BEST WAY to Remember Vocabulary, Sounds, and Grammar | 10 minutes a day

You wouldn’t believe what 10 minutes of THIS PRACTICE would do to your English! Get 3 more Sprints & Scripts for FREE: https://bit.ly/43pCotf Level up your grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary and confidence with intentional repetition in daily Sprints. Set yourself up for success by doing this 10-minute pronunciation practice every morning before you start your day, or before an important meeting, and you’ll feel the difference. Did you like this exercise? Get 3 more Sprints with more exercises just like this for FREE: https://bit.ly/43pCotf Watch the video version and practice with me here: https://bit.ly/42o4L9W
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Jun 2, 2023 • 49min

324. Q&A: You asked, I answered! Answering my audience’s questions

In this episode, I answer different questions about confidence, voice, fluency and language learning from my followers. This episode was originally published on June 25, 2020. To see the video version, click here: https://youtu.be/48J601_ued8 Daily Pronunciation Practice for English Learners: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/pronunciation-practice-english/ How to Practice Pronunciation Effectively: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/21/ Join the InFluency Community to practice your English with people all around the world for FREE: https://bit.ly/3Nqwd35 Want weekly bite-sized lessons from me in your inbox every week? Sign up here! https://bit.ly/3MNyEfn
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May 30, 2023 • 7min

323. How to pronounce ENVIRONMENT (there’s more than one way!)

In today’s episode, I’m showing you the different ways you can pronounce the word ENVIRONMENT. Check out these other lessons to keep practicing your pronunciation: The R in English: The most in-depth lesson you’ll ever hear: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/17/ The American ‘R’: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/the-american-r/ How to pronounce ‘Iron’: https://hadarshemesh.com/articles/iron-pronunciation/ Want weekly bite-sized lessons from me in your inbox every week? Sign up here! https://bit.ly/3MNyEfn
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May 26, 2023 • 3min

322. Will Shadowing Make Me Fluent? #AskHadar

Chiara from Italy asks: Is shadowing enough to make me fluent? Today I’ll share my thoughts about shadowing, and the impact it has on your fluency. Do you have a question to ask me? Submit it here! https://bit.ly/3L71bu8 Want weekly bite-sized lessons from me in your inbox every week? Sign up here! https://bit.ly/3MNyEfn
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May 23, 2023 • 16min

321. Why is it hard to express your anger in English? (Plus 3 techniques)

Practice your anger with me in this episode! It can be hard to express anger with our voice, especially in a second language. But today I want to show you how you can tap into a different side of English! Your voice and your thoughts deserve to be heard, regardless of the language you’re using and that’s why today, we’ll practice 3 different techniques for expressing anger. See the script and watch more power speeches here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/how-to-express-anger-in-english/ How to memorize a text in English: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/309/ Want weekly bite-sized lessons from me in your inbox every week? Sign up here! https://bit.ly/3MNyEfn

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