The InFluency Podcast
Hadar Shemesh
The InFluency podcast is your go-to resource for learning, speaking and teaching English.
Hadar Shemesh is a pronunciation expert and fluency coach with thousands of students around the world, though she herself was an intermediate speaker of English once.
In this podcast she will share her best strategies for learning English, speaking English with confidence and mastering the American accent.
Discover how becoming fluent has everything to do with acquiring the right mindset, setting goals and learning how to overcome challenges.
Hadar will also share her teaching philosophy and techniques to support English teachers looking to help their students become fluent.
Hadar Shemesh is a pronunciation expert and fluency coach with thousands of students around the world, though she herself was an intermediate speaker of English once.
In this podcast she will share her best strategies for learning English, speaking English with confidence and mastering the American accent.
Discover how becoming fluent has everything to do with acquiring the right mindset, setting goals and learning how to overcome challenges.
Hadar will also share her teaching philosophy and techniques to support English teachers looking to help their students become fluent.
Episodes
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May 10, 2024 • 17min
401. Settling in & starting Spanish classes | My Relocation Diaries
Reflecting on settling in a new country, the speaker shares insights into their morning routine improvements, embracing a new life in a foreign city, dedication to learning Spanish, overcoming communication challenges, and finding balance amidst disruptions.
May 7, 2024 • 10min
400. How to pronounce words like horror, mirror, error and more
Learn how to pronounce tricky words ending in -RROR like error, horror, and mirror. Get tips on mastering the 'R' sound and different approaches to pronouncing 'horror'. Improve your communication clarity in a fun and informative way!
May 3, 2024 • 26min
399. The first visit back home | My Relocation Diaries
Exploring the emotions and challenges of visiting home after relocating to Barcelona. Reflecting on family connections, busy schedules, spontaneous adventures, and the concept of 'home'. Navigating the balance between efficiency and flexibility while reconnecting with loved ones and managing emotions during the trip.
Apr 30, 2024 • 12min
398. Practice connected speech in these 25 daily phrases
Practice connected speech with 25 daily phrases in English to improve clarity and fluency. Learn the importance of connecting words for better communication. Master common daily phrases for various situations and enhance pronunciation and comprehension skills.
Apr 23, 2024 • 20min
397. Lessons learned from 1 million subscribers on YouTube 🥹
Celebrating the milestone of reaching 1 million YouTube subscribers, the host shares lessons on teamwork, non-linear growth, tedious tasks, hard work, and authentic connections. Insights on setting goals, embracing challenges, and building genuine relationships are highlighted.
Apr 19, 2024 • 33min
396. The refrigerator story | My Relocation Diaries
Exploring the challenges of relocation through a humorous refrigerator saga in Barcelona, dealing with delays, customer service mishaps, and the importance of embracing uncertainty. Highlighting the need for patience, trust, and finding humor in adversity during a move to a new country.
Apr 12, 2024 • 19min
395. Sick | My Relocation Diaries
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the challenges of being sick in a foreign country, including the struggle of finding familiar medications and the impact on daily life. They share their experience of letting go of control and relying on others for care, as well as a humorous pharmacy mix-up abroad. The episode also explores seeking medical treatment and IV therapy while sick, along with the importance of listening to body signals for better self-care.
Apr 9, 2024 • 12min
394. The 5 Most Common Words in English and How to (Actually) Pronounce Them
Discover the correct pronunciation of the 5 most common words in English. Dive into tips and exercises for mastering the pronunciation of 'the' and 'a/an' articles. Explore the nuanced variations in pronunciation for common English words like 'to' and 'and' based on stress and rhythm.
Apr 5, 2024 • 23min
393. Roller coaster of emotions🎢 and things I love about this city ❤️ | My Relocation Diaries
Exploring the roller coaster of emotions during relocation, the podcast delves into processing mixed feelings, navigating emotional highs and lows, finding clarity through city walks, enjoying local activities, and managing emotions through artistic talents.
Apr 2, 2024 • 13min
392. Do you feel Fake in English?
Exploring the challenges of feeling fake in English, tips on improving pronunciation for authenticity. Analogy of new pronunciation to wearing unfamiliar clothes, importance of clarity in speech. Overcoming fear of changing speech patterns through practice and personal growth. Significance of mindset in enhancing language use and authenticity, focusing on personal benefits for effective communication.
