Learn English Podcast

🗣️Learning how native English speakers use the phrase “I would love to” can make your conversations sound more natural and confident. In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, you’ll learn the real meanings of this common phrase and how it changes depending on tone and situation.You will hear clear, real-life examples of how to use “I would love to” to accept invitations, offer help, express wishes, talk about future plans, and even communicate sarcasm when you don’t really want to do something. This lesson helps you understand both the meaning and emotion behind the phrase.This episode is designed for B1–B2 level English learners who want to improve listening, expand vocabulary, and speak more naturally in real conversations. Review the vocabulary list in the description and practice creating your own sentences using this phrase.🔔 Follow us @LearnEnglishPod:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodTake lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Go over: To review or examine something.2) Physical fitness: The state of being physically healthy and strong.3) Recovery: The process of regaining health or strength4) Wildlife sanctuaries: Protected areas where wild animals can live safely.5) Enthusiastic: Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.6) Distant future: A time far away from the present.7) Sarcastic: Using irony in order to mock or convey contempt.8) Ironic: Happening in a way that is contrary to what is expected, and typically causes wry amusement because of this.9) Tone: The general character or attitude of a piece of writing, situation, etc.10) Cheery: Happy and optimistic.

🇺🇸In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, learners explore everyday American habits that feel normal in the United States but surprising to many tourists. This lesson is designed for B1–B2 English learners who want to build vocabulary, improve listening skills, and better understand real-life American culture.The episode explains free refills at restaurants, tipping culture, drive-thru services, late store hours, car-dependent cities, and the widespread use of dryers instead of clotheslines. These topics help explain why convenience is such an important part of American life.By the end of the episode, listeners will feel more confident talking about cultural differences in English and describing what makes daily life in the U.S. unique.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodTake lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Used to – Familiar with something through repeated experience.2) To be expected – Normal or typical in a certain place or culture.3) Convenience – The state of being easy, quick, or comfortable to use.4) Stay open (late) – Remain open for business until late hours.5) Tipping / Tip – Giving extra money to someone (like a waiter) for good service.6) Car culture – A society where most people use personal cars for daily activities.7) Drive-through (or drive-thru) – A service that lets you stay in your car to buy food, medicine, or banking services.8) Free refill – A drink that can be filled again at no extra cost.9) Fountain drink – A soda that comes from a machine, not a bottle or can.10) Dryer / Drier – A machine that uses heat to dry clothes after washing.11) Clothesline – A rope used for hanging wet clothes to dry (less common in the US).12) Ubiquitous – Very common or found everywhere

🌮In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, listeners take a virtual food tour of Los Angeles — one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States. English is taught in context through the city’s immigrant communities and the incredible foods they have introduced to American culture.Neighborhoods such as Koreatown, Little Tokyo, Thai Town, Chinatown, Monterey Park, Glendale, and parts of Orange County are explored. Along the way, listeners learn how to talk about popular dishes like tacos, burritos, tamales, elote, Korean barbecue, ramen, Filipino adobo, halo-halo, dim sum, pho, banh mi, soul food, and Cuban pastries.This lesson is perfect for B1–B2 English learners who want to strengthen listening comprehension, grow real-life vocabulary, and better understand American culture, immigration, and the diverse food scene of Los Angeles.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodTake lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Ethnically diverse: having many different ethnic or cultural groups.2) Minority-majority city: a city where the combined population of all minority groups forms a majority.3) Descent: the origin or background of a person in terms of family or nationality.4) Love letter: a message or expression of deep admiration and affection for something (not necessarily a person).5) Tamales: Mexican food made with corn dough and filling6) Menudo: a traditional Mexican soup with tripe - the stomach of a cow7) Elote: Corn on the cob, usually grilled and topped with mayonnaise, cheese, chili powder, and lime.8) Bibimbap: A rice bowl topped with vegetables, meat, egg, and spicy sauce.9) Fusion food: cuisine that combines elements of different culinary traditions.10) Adobo: Meat (usually chicken or pork) marinated in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic.11) Halo-halo: A cold dessert with shaved ice, sweet beans, fruits, and ice cream.12) Pad Thai: Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp or chicken, eggs, peanuts, and bean sprouts.13) Pad See Ew: a stir-fried noodle dish made with wide rice noodles, soy sauce, vegetables, and a choice of meat or tofu.14) Dim sum: small Chinese dishes served in steamer baskets15) Boba: a sweet drink with chewy tapioca balls16) Pho: A soup with noodles, meat, herbs, and broth.17) Banh Mi: A sandwich on a French baguette with meat, vegetables, and sauces.18) Soul food: traditional African American food from the South

🏥In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, I share my real experience with surgery and recovery. You will learn English in context as I explain my back injury, what a herniated disc is, what happens before and after surgery, and what the recovery process is really like.You will hear real vocabulary and natural expressions used by native English speakers when talking about pain, hospital visits, procedures, anesthesia, incisions, and physical rehabilitation. This episode focuses on how people actually talk about health, injury, and healing in everyday life.This episode is designed for B1–B2 English learners who want to improve listening skills, expand health and medical vocabulary, and feel more confident when talking about physical problems, recovery, and hospital experiences. After listening, check the vocabulary list and practice using the words in your own sentences.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodTake lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Herniated disc - Spinal disc that bulges or ruptures2) Anesthesia - Medicine causing temporary loss of sensation3) Incision - Surgical cut in the body4) Rehabilitation - Process of restoring health after injury5) Copay - A payment made by an insured person toward the cost of medical treatment.6) Debilitating - Causing severe weakness or inability to function7) Limping - Walking with difficulty or uneven steps8) Consent - Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.9) Pain medication - Drugs used to reduce physical pain10) Check-in time - Scheduled arrival time at medical facility11) Well wishes - Kind words that share a desire for a person to have good health12) Texting - Sending electronic text messages

🗣️ Do you know how to pronounce Arkansas, Illinois, Nevada, or Louisville correctly? Many English learners—and even native speakers—pronounce U.S. city and state names the wrong way. In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, listeners will learn how to pronounce some of the trickiest U.S. place names with a clear American accent.This episode explains why these names do not match their spelling, how French and Spanish history influenced American place names, and how stress patterns, silent letters, and the schwa sound affect pronunciation. Each example is explained clearly and slowly to support listening and speaking practice.This lesson is especially helpful for B1–B2 English learners who want to improve pronunciation, sound more natural in conversation, and feel more confident when speaking about locations in the United States.🔗Link to pronunciation playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdt-dHCmwVht9nDH7vgD9F_Cgmijpp48🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Silent letter – a letter in a word that is not pronounced2) Schwa – the most common vowel sound in English, an unstressed and soft sound (ə)3) Tricky – difficult in a way that needs special attentio4) Cringe – to feel a little embarrassed or uncomfortable because of something awkward5) Deceptive – something that seems one way but is actually different6) Unemphasized syllable – the part of a word that is not stressed7) Home state – the state someone is originally from8) That makes sense – that is logical or understandable9) Something to be aware of – something you should know or remember10) Right next to – very close or directly beside something

🎙️In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, I tell the true story of the serious back injury I suffered and how it affected my daily life for almost a year. You’ll hear how the injury happened, how the pain spread down my leg, what doctors discovered through imaging tests, and why surgery became necessary. This real-life experience helps you understand how Americans describe physical pain, medical problems, and the recovery process.As you listen, you’ll build useful vocabulary for talking about injuries and health, including terms like “sciatic nerve,” “herniated disc,” “urgent care,” “numbness,” and “seize up.” Everything is explained clearly in natural context to help you remember and use these words in real conversations.This episode is designed for B1–B2 English learners who want to improve listening skills, expand vocabulary, and learn practical English through true personal stories.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) messed up (my back): (informal) injured my back. This implies a significant injury.2) burning pain: a type of pain that feels like something is hot or on fire.3) intense pain: very strong pain.4) sustained (an injury): experienced or suffered an injury.5) sciatic nerve: a large nerve that runs from the lower back down the back of each leg.6) limping: walking with difficulty because one leg is injured.7) in bad shape: in poor condition, often referring to health.8) seize up: (of a muscle) suddenly become tight and stiff, often causing pain.9) pain relievers: medication that reduces pain.10) urgent care: a medical facility for treating illnesses or injuries that are not life-threatening but require prompt attention.11) emergency room (ER): a hospital department that provides immediate treatment for serious illnesses or injuries.12) disc (in spine): a cushion-like structure between the vertebrae (bones) in the spine.13) herniated: when part of an organ or tissue pushes through an opening or weak spot in a surrounding muscle or membrane. In this case, referring to a spinal disc.14) hype myself up: encourage myself and build up my enthusiasm or energy.

🧑‍🚒 In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, you will learn about a surprising real-life program in California: inmates who help fight wildfires. You’ll hear how this program began, why it still exists today, and why it is controversial for many people.This episode is designed for B1–B2 English learners who want to improve listening comprehension, expand real-life vocabulary, and understand how Americans talk about serious topics like crime, work, and emergency services. You will hear natural spoken English and clear explanations of important terms including wildfire, inmate, incarcerated, criminal record, reform, reoffend, and minimum wage.If you want to improve your understanding of real American English while learning about culture and society in the United States, this episode is perfect for you.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Wildfire – A large fire that spreads quickly in natural areas like forests or grasslands.2) Brush – Dry grass and small plants that can catch fire easily.3) Fire risk – The possibility or danger of a fire starting.4) Inmate – A person who is in prison (synonym: prisoner).5) Incarcerated – Officially in prison6) Criminal record – A list of crimes someone has been officially punished for.7) Committed a crime – Did something illegal.8) Reform – To improve or change someone's behavior, especially after being in prison9) Reoffend – To commit another crime after being released from prison.10) Minimum wage – The lowest amount of money someone can be paid for a job.11) Leave prison / get released – Finish your prison sentence and be set free.

💃In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, you’ll explore American school dances and learn the vocabulary needed to talk about them in real English. The main focus is prom, the most important dance of the American high school year, along with homecoming and winter formal.You’ll hear and learn common words and phrases such as prom season, promposal, corsage, boutonniere, going stag, and pep rally, explained in clear, natural English for B1–B2 learners. You’ll also learn how movies and TV shows represent prom and which parts are true and exaggerated.This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners who want to improve listening comprehension, expand vocabulary, and better understand American teenage culture.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc🔗Episode on American Schools: https://youtu.be/zRGOPQXTXms📝 Vocabulary list:1) Prom season: The time of year when high school prom dances typically occur.2) Middle School: The school years between elementary and high school.3) Homecoming: A dance held in the fall, often for alumni to visit.4) Winter formal: A formal dance held in the winter.5) Boutonniere: A small floral decoration worn by men on their jacket.6) Corsage: A floral piece worn by women, often on the wrist.7) Going stag: Attending without a date.8) King or queen of the dance: Students elected as the most popular.9) Pep rally: A school gathering to build enthusiasm, often before a sports event.10) Promposal: a creative or elaborate way of asking someone to prom11) Sadie Hawkins: A dance where girls traditionally ask boys.12) Entire point: The main purpose

🚫In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, you’ll learn about the most common mistakes English learners make and how these habits can slow down your progress. This B2-level episode focuses on real problems I see as an English teacher, including being inconsistent with lessons, setting unrealistic goals, staying silent in class, and being too self-critical.You’ll learn why these behaviors hurt your ability to grow and how to build stronger study habits instead. I also share realistic advice for staying motivated, using your time wisely, and creating a study plan that helps you improve your English in real situations.This episode is designed for intermediate English learners who want to increase fluency, improve confidence, and stop repeating the same mistakes on their English journey.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) Commitment – a promise or decision to do something.2) Show up – to arrive at a place where you are expected.3) Hinder – to make it harder to do something.4) Deal with – to handle or manage a situation.5) Stick with (something) – to continue doing something consistently.6) Flaky – not reliable, often missing plans or commitments.7) Demoralizing – making someone lose confidence or motivation.8) Get the most out of – to take full advantage of something.9) Push yourself – to challenge yourself to do more.10) Growth-oriented mindset – an attitude focused on learning and progress

🎙️In this B2-level episode of the Learn English Podcast, you’ll learn how to use the phrase “If I were you” to talk about hypothetical situations and give advice in English. This structure is commonly used in conversations and is an important part of sounding natural and fluent in English.You’ll learn how this phrase connects to the subjunctive mood, why it is paired with the word “would,” and how it is used in real-life situations. Through a personal story and practical examples, you’ll hear how native speakers use this phrase when discussing decisions, advice, and imagined situations.This episode is designed for intermediate English learners who want to improve grammar, gain confidence in speaking, and use more natural sentence structures in daily conversations.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary list:1) If I were — used to introduce a hypothetical or imaginary situation.2) Hypothetical situation — an imagined situation, not real.3) Overcast — cloudy; no sun visible4) Dreary — dull, dark, and depressing weather.5) Drizzle — light rain.6) Stay-at-home mom — a mother who stays home to take care of her children instead of working outside.7) Meltdown — an emotional outburst, often by a child (crying, screaming).8) Lottery — a game where you can win money by chance9) Socialize — to spend time with other people to develop friendships or social skills.