

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 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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Jul 26, 2024 • 17min
10 Words in English That Are NOT So Easy To Pronounce, A Great App To Practice English With and a Special Offer!
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English pronunciation can be quite tricky sometimes. Some words have weird spellings and you don’t know exactly how to pronounce them. Other words are pronounced completely differently from how they are spelled. And, let’s be honest, some words are just plain hard to pronounce. In this video, I’m going to teach you the correct pronunciation of 10 tricky English words.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 15min
Here's Why You Need a GROWTH MINDSET To LEARN ENGLISH (Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset)
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In this episode, Thiago discusses the concept of a growth mindset and how it can benefit English learners. He reads an article from Forbes that highlights the advantages of a growth mindset and provides tips for transitioning from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset. Thiago emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfections, viewing challenges as opportunities, and learning from failures. He also encourages learners to try different learning tactics, reward actions instead of traits, cultivate grit, and take risks. Overall, developing a growth mindset can accelerate both language learning and personal development.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:24 The Importance of a Growth Mindset
05:19 Believing in the Potential for Development
09:05 Transitioning from a Fixed to Growth Mindset
12:51 Cultivating Grit and Taking Risks
14:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Jul 19, 2024 • 15min
ZERO CONDITIONAL vs FIRST CONDITIONAL: How To Use Them (GRAMMAR LESSON)
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In this grammar lesson, Thiago discusses the zero conditional and the first conditional in English. The zero conditional is used to express general truths and scientific facts, while the first conditional is used to talk about possibilities and likely situations in the future. Thiago explains the structure and usage of both conditionals, including alternative words that can be used instead of 'if'. He also highlights the difference in certainty between the two conditionals, with the zero conditional expressing more certainty than the first conditional.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
02:23 The Zero Conditional
07:43 The First Conditional
09:41 Alternative Words for 'If'
12:55 The Difference in Certainty
13:54 Comparing the Zero and First Conditionals
14:24 Conclusion
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Jul 17, 2024 • 39min
How I Became More CONFIDENT To SPEAK ENGLISH (My personal experience, Mindset and Tips)
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In this episode, Thiago shares his journey to becoming a more confident English speaker and provides tips on how listeners can increase their confidence. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, finding evidence of one's speaking abilities, and actively seeking opportunities to practice English. Thiago also discusses the significance of having a growth mindset, asking for feedback, and studying English pronunciation. By focusing on personal development and continuously improving their language skills, learners can build confidence in speaking English.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:55 Thiago's Journey to Confidence
06:18 Understanding Confidence and Mindset
09:42 Personal Development and Confidence
13:43 Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
16:33 Taking Action and Overcoming Insecurity
20:54 Finding Evidence of Speaking Abilities
25:43 Asking for Feedback and Job Opportunities
30:24 The Importance of Pronunciation
37:08 Improving English Skills for Confidence
38:31 Conclusion
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Jul 15, 2024 • 13min
GET: The Most Versatile Verb in English (Vocabulary Lesson)
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The word 'get' is a versatile verb that can be used in various situations. In this episode, Thiago provides examples of different uses of the word 'get' and explains how it is commonly used in informal conversations. He covers situations such as obtaining or receiving something, becoming something, arriving at a place, understanding something, bringing or taking something, having something done, and more. Thiago also mentions phrasal verbs with 'get' and provides tips for improving English fluency by consuming English media.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:20 The Versatility of 'Get'
07:07 Using 'Get' in Various Situations
09:36 Phrasal Verbs with 'Get'
11:33 Expressions and Idioms with 'Get'
12:57 Tips for Improving Fluency with 'Get'
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Jul 14, 2024 • 24min
FORGET About Your ENGLISH GOALS... (Reading Chapter 1 of Atomic Habits by James Clear)
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In this episode, Thiago discusses the importance of setting goals for English learning and then focusing on the systems to achieve those goals. He introduces the book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear, which emphasizes the power of building better habits and getting rid of bad habits. Thiago reads a portion of chapter one of the book, highlighting the distinction between goals and systems. He explains that winners and losers have the same goals, achieving a goal is only a momentary change, goals restrict happiness, and goals are at odds with long-term progress. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement and commitment to the process.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Setting Goals and Focusing on Systems
02:25 Forget About Goals, Focus on Systems Instead
07:14 Winners and Losers: The Difference Lies in the Systems
13:13 Achieving Goals vs. Changing Systems: The Momentary Change
17:33 Goals and Happiness: The Restriction and Conflict
20:26 Continuous Improvement and Commitment to the Process
23:15 Building Better Habits and Getting Rid of Bad Habits in English Learning
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Jul 12, 2024 • 24min
A Quick TOUR of The 12 VERB TENSES in ENGLISH: Grammar Lesson (Simple Tenses, Continuous Tenses & Perfect Tenses)
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In this episode, Thiago briefly goes over the 12 verb tenses in English. Mastering the 12 verb tenses in English is the foundation to great grammar skills.
Chapters
00:00-1:43 Intro
1:43-5:53 Brief Overview
5:53-16:38 The 12 Verb Tenses
16:38-22:50 Most Common Tenses in Conversation
22:50-23:59 Outro
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