

English with Thiago
Thiago Alencar
This is a podcast designed to help intermediate and advanced English learners communicate with more confidence, accuracy, clarity and awareness.
Hosted by Thiago Alencar, a Brazilian English Teacher with over 15 years of experience, this podcast deals with topics such as English pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, exam preparation, writing, listening, mindset and everything else related to English learning.
If you feel forever stuck at the intermediate level, this podcast is for you!
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Hosted by Thiago Alencar, a Brazilian English Teacher with over 15 years of experience, this podcast deals with topics such as English pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, exam preparation, writing, listening, mindset and everything else related to English learning.
If you feel forever stuck at the intermediate level, this podcast is for you!
Follow the show so you don't miss a single new episode!
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Aug 26, 2024 • 29min
How Understanding English Metaphors Can Help You Start to THINK in English
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There is ONE THING about the English language that took me FOREVER to figure out. But once I figured it out, it became much easier to understand English. Suddenly, making sense of phrasal verbs, idioms and collocations stopped being so hard. So in this episode I want to share this discovery with you. Keeping this idea in mind will come in handy, trust me.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: The Sensorial Nature of the English Language
03:50 Visual Metaphors in English
16:14 Other Metaphors in English
26:32 Emotional Metaphors
28:31 Making Better Sense of the Language
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Aug 23, 2024 • 25min
Reacting to Joe Rogan's English, Interview with Adam Sandler and Listening Practice
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Summary
In this video, Thiago reacts to Joe Rogan's English. Joe Rogan is an American podcaster, UFC color commentator, comedian, actor, and former television host. He hosts The Joe Rogan Experience, a podcast in which he discusses current events, comedy, politics, philosophy, science, martial arts, and hobbies with celebrity guests. In this clip, he interviews actor and fellow comedian Adam Sandler. Practice your listening skills in English with this conversation!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:15 Interview (Part 1)
10:50 Interview (Part 2)
21:54 My Thoughts & Conclusion
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Aug 19, 2024 • 34min
What Advanced English is and How To Get To Advanced Levels (C1 & C2)
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Summary
In this episode, Thiago discusses what it means to have advanced English and how to achieve it. He emphasizes the importance of fluency, accuracy, sophistication, and mastery in the language. Thiago provides tips on improving fluency through speaking practice and pronunciation. He also discusses the significance of accuracy and the types of mistakes that are acceptable at advanced levels. Additionally, he highlights the importance of expanding vocabulary and grammar knowledge to enhance sophistication in language use. Thiago concludes by emphasizing the ongoing process of mastering the English language.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:21 Defining Advanced English
03:19 The Importance of Fluency
09:32 Striving for Accuracy
22:24 Enhancing Sophistication in Language Use
28:13 The Ongoing Process of Mastering English
33:32 Conclusion
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Aug 16, 2024 • 13min
5 Reasons To Learn English You Need To Remember From Time To Time And The Importance of Having a strong WHY for Learning English
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Learning English can be a long, lonely journey. No matter how motivated you are, you will likely feel discouraged from time to time. Sometimes you might catch yourself saying “What’s the point?”. So in this episode I want to list some benefits that learning English can bring to your life. Because sometimes, all you need is a gentle reminder to keep going.
Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:40 Learning English Improves Your Brain Health
2:55 Learning English Can Make You More Money
4:21 Learning English Can Give You Access To More Information
6:05 Learning English Allows You To Truly Enjoy Movies, TV Series & Music
8:34 Learning English Allows You To Speak To Anyone
10:09 Do This Exercise
11:53 Outro
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Aug 12, 2024 • 32min
A QUICK Way To IMPROVE VOCABULARY in ENGLISH (Without Having To Learn New Phrasal Verbs, Expressions or Collocations)
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Summary
In this episode, Thiago discusses the concept of word formation and how it can help you improve vocabulary in English. Word formation involves using affixes to transform words into different classes, such as nouns, adjectives, verbs, and adverbs. Thiago explains the benefits of learning about affixes, including reducing word count, improving spelling, and decoding the meaning of longer words. He provides examples and encourages listeners to explore this topic further. Thiago also offers tips for studying word formation, such as using an English-to-English dictionary, making lists of words and their variations, and practicing with Cambridge exam prep materials.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:44 The Quick Way to Expand Vocabulary
04:39 Benefits of Learning Affixes
08:55 Decoding Meaning and Reducing Word Count
11:15 Exploring Word Variations
17:38 Word Formation in Context
21:33 Using Word Formation for Better Communication
26:56 Examples of Word Formation
29:21 Tips for Studying Word Formation
30:21 Cambridge Exam Prep for Word Formation
31:18 Closing Remarks
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Aug 9, 2024 • 28min
"Movies or Podcasts in English? Which One is Better?" Replying To Comments From YouTube.
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In this Q&A video, Thiago answers questions and comments from his viewers. He discusses topics such as learning phrasal verbs and slang at different levels, his son's English level, recommended podcasts for B2-C1 learners, the effectiveness of watching podcasts on YouTube, understanding TV shows and movies, choosing the right prepositions, improving listening skills, and the relationship between pronunciation and listening comprehension.
Chapters
00:00 Learning Phrasal Verbs and Slang
04:46 Understanding TV Shows and Movies
11:26 Choosing the Right Prepositions
14:47 Improving Listening Skills with Podcasts
23:21 Living in an English-Speaking Country
27:36 The Importance of Pronunciation
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Aug 5, 2024 • 16min
How To Speak English at a GOOD Level, What Makes a GOOD English Speaker and Which Level is Enough for GOOD English?
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The myth that you have to be a Shakespeare-level expert to speak good English is debunked. B2 level is considered good English, as it allows for understanding complex texts, discussing a wide range of topics, and expressing oneself with good fluency. Good English speakers have clarity, use words and grammar correctly enough for their message to be understood, and have confidence and active listening skills. While B2 level is enough for most everyday situations, reaching higher levels like C1 and C2 brings benefits such as more nuanced expression, career advantages, and personal growth. It is important to keep practicing and aim for higher levels for the right reasons, out of curiosity and passion for the language.
Chapters
00:00 Debunking the Myth: You Don't Need to Be a Shakespeare Expert to Speak Good English
02:24 B2 Level: The Sweet Spot of Good English
03:25 Characteristics of Good English Speakers: Clarity, Confidence, and Active Listening
06:16 The Benefits of Reaching Higher Levels: Nuanced Expression, Career Advantages, and Personal Growth
10:09 Keep Practicing and Aim Higher: The Journey of Continuous Improvement in English
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Aug 2, 2024 • 14min
15 Most BEAUTIFUL WORDS in ENGLISH, Advanced Vocabulary and Examples.
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In this episode, Thiago shares some of the most beautiful words in the English language. He defines each word and provides examples of how they can be used. The words include serendipity, idyllic, quintessential, ubiquitous, oblivious and many more!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:49 Idyllic: Finding Peace and Beauty
04:56 Oblivious: Not Aware of Surroundings
07:21 Candid: Truthful and Straightforward
08:45 Tenacious: Never Giving Up
09:13 Affable: Friendly and Easy to Talk to
09:41 Lavish: Rich and Luxurious
11:10 Gratuitous: Uncalled For
12:40 Kindred: Similar and Related
13:09 Conclusion and Closing Remarks
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Jul 31, 2024 • 40min
Why is English HARD To Learn? (Understanding The Main Challenges of English Learning)
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In this episode, Thiago discusses the most challenging aspects of learning English for non-native speakers. He covers vocabulary, phrasal verbs, idioms, listening skills, speaking and pronunciation, grammar, and psychological challenges. Thiago provides tips and strategies to overcome these challenges, such as learning vocabulary in context, focusing on the situations in which phrasal verbs are used, and practicing listening in noisy environments. He also emphasizes the importance of reading extensively and developing the habit of writing to improve grammar. Overall, Thiago encourages learners to persevere and not give up on their English learning journey.
Chapters
00:00 Mastering English Vocabulary
08:37 Cracking the Code of Phrasal Verbs
11:18 Decoding Idioms
19:33 Improving Listening Skills
25:17 Speaking and Pronunciation Challenges
32:19 Navigating Grammar
38:04 The Power of Reading and Writing
39:29 Overcoming Psychological Challenges
39:58 Perseverance in English Learning
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Jul 29, 2024 • 26min
How I Got My FIRST JOB in ENGLISH (Even without an advanced level)
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In this episode, Thiago shares his story of how he got his first job fully in English, highlighting the importance of strategic career decisions and the value of stepping stones. He discusses his English learning journey, starting with studying grammar books and course materials, and then gaining speaking practice while working at a drugstore. He explains how he found a job at a call center through a newspaper ad and went through the selection process. Thiago describes the challenges and positive aspects of the job, including speaking and listening practice, boosting his resume, and the transition to becoming an English teacher.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:24 Getting the First Job Fully in English
06:36 The Desire to Speak English Every Day for Work
10:26 Finding the Job through a Newspaper Ad
15:04 Working at a Call Center for an American Company
20:20 The Challenges and Benefits of the Job
24:34 The Value of Stepping Stones in Your Career
25:03 Conclusion
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