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Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com
The Speak English Now Podcast is your resource for practicing your English speaking and listening. You will learn English with the Question and Answer (TPRS) and Point of View techniques. You won't need any grammar nor boring exercises. You will also learn about the English culture and the language itself. Finally, you will get valuable advice on learning English. All the audio is in English and you can get the text at SpeakEnglishPodcast.com
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May 22, 2020 • 15min
#127 Who was William Shakespeare? esl
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Today, I'm going to talk about William Shakespeare and with a funny mini-story, you will practice your English speaking. So, who was William Shakespeare, and why is he famous? You know, I find it very hard to believe that you've never heard of William Shakespeare, but just in case I'll give you a brief introduction. Although most people believe that William Shakespeare is the most celebrated British writer of all time, only a few know that he was also an actor. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

May 4, 2020 • 12min
#126 Did you stop improving your English?
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In today's episode, I will talk about an issue that is of great concern to language students. It is the much-feared plateau. What is a plateau? A plateau happens when you stop your progress despite continuing to do "all the right things." An interesting expression for this situation is: to hit a plateau. For example: "It seems I hit a plateau because I can't see any progress with my English, and I'm still studying really hard!" For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Apr 23, 2020 • 16min
#125 Learn English with The Beatles
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Today, I'll talk about the most famous band in the world. The Beatles! And you'll practice your speaking with a funny mini-story. Have you ever listened to The Beatles? Actually, let me rephrase that. When was the first time you listened to a Beatles song? The Beatles are probably the most popular band in the history of music. They are considered by many to be the best band on Earth. The band was undoubtedly the most successful, with global sales exceeding 1.1 billion records. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Apr 19, 2020 • 18min
#124 How to Learn English with Netflix
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In this episode, I'll recommend some of my favorite TV shows that will help you with your English. I'll give you some useful tips on how to use Netflix to improve your English. And later, you'll practice your English speaking with an exciting mini-story. Netflix has changed the way we spend our free time. We spend a lot more time watching our favorite shows, so why not use all this time to speed up the way we learn English, too? For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Apr 11, 2020 • 12min
#123 How Americans celebrate Easter in the USA
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! Today, we'll talk about something festive. Have you noticed that in springtime you go to your local supermarket, and you see chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs everywhere? Well, today I'll talk about Easter and how Americans celebrate this holiday. And with a funny mini-story, you'll practice your speaking while learning new things about the Easter holiday. What exactly are we celebrating at Easter? Each spring, people, all over the world, celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Apr 2, 2020 • 15min
#122 Global Pandemic What to do during the lockdown
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! As you know, there is currently a pandemic affecting us globally. And in the previous episode, I talked about the recommendations of the authorities. Today, I want to make some personal suggestions on how to spend time during confinement. And with a fun mini-story, you can practice your spoken English. You'll see. It's very effective. By answering many questions, you can practice and improve your speech, just like in a real conversation. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Mar 23, 2020 • 13min
#121 Global Pandemic - About the Recommendations
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! We will practice expressions and vocabulary related to the recommendations of health authorities on how to limit the spread of this global pandemic. We will also practice fluency with a new mini-story by using the term "should," among other structures. As I'm sure you know, a global pandemic is affecting the health of many people and also our daily lives. I had planned to do another topic this week, but I think it's worth talking about this instead so that we can learn and practice relevant vocabulary. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Mar 12, 2020 • 16min
#120 Baking cooking vocabulary in English
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In today's lesson, I'll talk about baking. I'll teach you how to bake my favorite blueberry muffins. So if you want to enrich your English vocabulary and try out my favorite muffin recipe, I suggest that you continue listening. And with a point of view lesson, you will improve your English grammar intuitively without memorizing any rules. I don't know about you, but I love baking. And the easiest recipe I know, and the one my friends like best, is blueberry muffins. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Feb 26, 2020 • 15min
#119 Beauty and Makeup vocabulary in English
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In today's lesson, I'll talk about makeup. I've decided to introduce some basic vocabulary related to makeup products. So if you want to enrich your English vocabulary, I suggest that you continue listening. Make sure you don't miss the mini-story. It will help you improve your English speaking, and you will have a great time. Let's see what beauty products we need for a basic look. Most women want to be ready in 5 minutes and depending on the time that I have, or the occasion, I spend between 5 and 30 minutes doing my makeup. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast

Feb 15, 2020 • 12min
#118 Valentine's Day in the USA
>> Get my new course: The PRONUNCIATION Course 2024! Visit PronunciationCourse.com and get the course! In today's episode, I will talk about Valentine's Day in the United States. And with a mini-story, you will improve your English speaking. Although it is a very commercial holiday, Valentine's Day has a fascinating history that goes back to ancient Rome! In the United States and other parts of the world, people celebrate February 14 by giving away candy hearts and red roses. Historians believe that Valentine's Day originated in ancient Rome as a pagan fertility festival. For more episodes and the full text, visit SpeakEnglishpodcast.com/podcast


