

The Level Up English Podcast
Michael Lavers
š¬š§ I'm Michael Lavers and this podcast will help you improve your English. I'm an online English teacher for students learning as a second language. In this podcast, I look at a variety of different fun topics and teach you British English at the same time. Each week, I cover topics related to language motivation, vocabulary and grammar, or something totally random! Once a month, we have a guest episode where I talk to a teacher or expert on topics related to language.
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Mar 27, 2024 ⢠42min
#265 Acronyms to Level Up Your English
Acronyms are words that use the first letter of each word in a phrase. NASA and LOL are two common examples from very different areas.In the age of the internet, acronyms are now a part of everyday writing and reading, but did you know some are also used in speech?In this episode, I go through some really common everyday acronyms that you need to know and follow each one with an example from my own life.I also end with a list of some more casual texting acronyms that are useful when casually writing to friends.Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast265Get access to coaching, group classes, and 100s of bonus lessons and episodes on Level Up English.ā”ļø Become a Member Today: https://www.levelupenglish.school/join/ā”ļø Join the Free Mini Course - https://www.levelupenglish.school/miniāļø Join Level Up English - https://www.levelupenglish.school Become a member and get: Podcast Transcripts Private Podcast Group Classes Private Coaching And over 500 online lessons!

Mar 20, 2024 ⢠50min
#264 Increase Your Confidence to Speak English with Clare
Join language coach Clare from the Smart English Coach podcast as we discuss building confidence in language learning, debunking limiting beliefs, the impact of age on learning, and the importance of body language in communication. Explore techniques like the 1% sports coaching method and incremental improvements for success in language proficiency.

Mar 13, 2024 ⢠48min
#263 Big Lessons from Visiting Japan
Join the host as he reflects on his trip to Japan, emphasizing the language learning experience. Discover the challenges and growth opportunities faced while communicating in Japan. Explore the significance of cultural immersion and personal development through travel experiences.

Mar 6, 2024 ⢠36min
#262 Why You Can't Understand Native Speakers (Elision)
Explore the nuances of elision in pronunciation, differences between textbook and spoken English, and examples like past tense ED endings. Discover insights on traditional British dishes, resistance to change in pronunciation, and the importance of self-belief in clear speech.

Feb 28, 2024 ⢠38min
#261 Travel Stories - Phrasal Verbs with 'Turn'
I get a few requests to continue my series on Phrasal Verbs, and specifically, I had one recently to cover phrasal verbs that use the verb 'turn'. I thought of as many common ones as I could and made a list, and then I went through my memories to recount some memorable travel stories from my life. While doing so, I used these 'turn' phrasal verbs in a natural context.I encourage you to do the same too! Practice like this is the best way to learn.Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast261Get access to coaching, group classes, and 100s of bonus lessons and episodes on Level Up English.ā”ļø Become a Member Today: https://www.levelupenglish.school/join/ā”ļø Join the Free Mini Course - https://www.levelupenglish.school/miniāļø Join Level Up English - https://www.levelupenglish.school Become a member and get: Podcast Transcripts Private Podcast Group Classes Private Coaching And over 500 online lessons!

Feb 21, 2024 ⢠47min
#260 Playing Games to Learn English (Dylan - British Education)
Dylan (from the YouTube channel British Education) joined me for a fun games session today. We're using games to have a conversation and practice English, and we encourage you to play along too. If you have a teacher or language partner, we also encourage you to try these games for yourself.We actually recorded for about 2 hours together, but I cut it down a lot to fit into this week's podcast. We played 20 Questions, Would You Rather, Riddles, and 2 Truths and a Lie. We also spoke for a long time about travel, language learning, and self-improvement, but this was cut out of the episode. I'm posting the full conversation on the website for members. Click below to join! Where to find DylanYouTube - youtube.com/channel/UCEGuZlXpfQjsALYlGVCyv-QInstagram - instagram.com/britisheducation_Website - dylaneducation.co.ukShow notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast260Sign Up for Free Lessons - https://www.levelupenglish.school/#freelessonsJoin Level Up English - https://courses.levelupenglish.schoolBy becoming a member, you can access all podcast transcripts, listen to the private podcast and join live lessons and courses on the website.Get access to coaching, group classes, and 100s of bonus lessons and episodes on Level Up English.ā”ļø Become a Member Today: https://www.levelupenglish.school/join/ā”ļø Join the Free Mini Course - https://www.levelupenglish.school/miniāļø Join Level Up English - https://www.levelupenglish.school Become a member and get: Podcast Transcripts Private Podcast Group Classes Private Coaching And over 500 online lessons!

Feb 14, 2024 ⢠32min
#259 Fixing Your Relationship Problems
Since this episode falls on Valentine's Day, let's discuss the topic of Love and Relationships.I'll be basing this episode around a group class I taught before where we discuss some questions related to relationships, such as having a long and happy marriage, and how to break up with someone. I also have the help of Chat GPT who gives some brilliant advice for all relationships out there. There will also be a few phrases you can use to talk about relationships . I'm sure at least one will be new for you.Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast259Get access to coaching, group classes, and 100s of bonus lessons and episodes on Level Up English.ā”ļø Become a Member Today: https://www.levelupenglish.school/join/ā”ļø Join the Free Mini Course - https://www.levelupenglish.school/miniāļø Join Level Up English - https://www.levelupenglish.school Become a member and get: Podcast Transcripts Private Podcast Group Classes Private Coaching And over 500 online lessons!

Feb 7, 2024 ⢠39min
#258 I Made Very Big Mistakes
The podcast discusses the host's recent costly mistakes, reflecting on airport misadventures and lessons learned from these experiences. It emphasizes the importance of embracing mistakes as learning opportunities and highlights the value of a positive mindset towards overcoming challenges.

Jan 31, 2024 ⢠37min
#257 How to Live a Long Life (Blue Zones)
Explore Blue Zones, areas where people live long, healthy lives. Learn about the Power 9 reasons behind their longevity. Discover the importance of purpose, stress relief, and letting go of annoyances. Gain insights on tips for a long life, including a plant-based diet and eating until 80% full. Understand the advantages of a plant-based diet. Reflect on making positive changes for better health and the impact of a sedentary job and poor diet.

Jan 24, 2024 ⢠51min
#256 Spending 10 Days in Silence - Stories with Bree Aesie
Bree Aesie from Into The Stories Podcast joins us today for a conversation about meditation and stories. This was one of my favourite conversations yet, packed with lots of life lessons as well as English learning tips and motivation.Since Bree's podcast is all about looking at stories, we start by turning the tables on Bree and I ask her to share a meaningful story for her. We talk about her 10-day silent meditation retreat in Thailand and some of the difficulties and lessons from that experience. We delve into topics around meditation and mindfulness, and also why learning a language through stories is such a powerful and effective method. By the way, I also appeared on Bree's podcast! You can listen to our episode here where I talk about a challenging and personal experience in my 20s. Into the Story Podcast - Michael's Episode - https://pod.link/1522715603Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast256Sign Up for Free Lessons - https://www.levelupenglish.school/#freelessonsJoin Level Up English - https://courses.levelupenglish.schoolBy becoming a member, you can access all podcast transcripts, listen to the private podcast and join live lessons and courses on the website.Get access to coaching, group classes, and 100s of bonus lessons and episodes on Level Up English.ā”ļø Become a Member Today: https://www.levelupenglish.school/join/ā”ļø Join the Free Mini Course - https://www.levelupenglish.school/miniāļø Join Level Up English - https://www.levelupenglish.school Become a member and get: Podcast Transcripts Private Podcast Group Classes Private Coaching And over 500 online lessons!


