Learn English Podcast

😷 Learn natural English vocabulary for illness, symptoms, and feeling sick. In this episode, you’ll hear the phrases native speakers really use when they don’t feel well, plus how to describe symptoms clearly at the doctor, at work, or in everyday conversation.You will learn when to use “I have,” “I feel,” or “I am,” along with phrases for stomach problems, fever, nausea, congestion, colds, and flu. We also explore common idioms like “under the weather,” “catch a bug,” “green around the gills,” “death warmed over,” and other natural expressions so you can sound more fluent and confident when talking about sickness.This episode is perfect for English learners who want practical vocabulary they can use in real conversations, especially when describing how they feel or understanding others who are ill.🔔 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 list1) Under the weather: feeling sick (origin likely related to boats and seasickness)2) Nautical: Relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water.3) Coming down with something: starting to get sick4) Battling a bug: fighting off an illness5) Disposition: A person's inherent qualities of mind and character.6) Stomach bug/flu: upset stomach with nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea7) Gastrointestinal track/GI symptoms: medical terms for stomach and related symptoms8) Tummy/tummy troubles: informal terms for stomach upset9) Green around the gills: looking unwell, likely about to vomit10) I have - [symptom]: most common structure for describing symptoms (e.g., I have a runny nose)11) I am - [symptom]: used for some specific symptoms like nausea, tiredness, or fatigue12) Coughing up a lung/hacking up a lung: coughing a lot, feels like lungs are coming out13) My brain is foggy/fried: unable to think clearly due to sickness14) My nose is running like a faucet: constant runny nose

☔️ Want to sound more natural when talking about weather in English? This episode teaches real rain vocabulary, from light drizzle to torrential rain. You'll learn phrases native speakers use in conversation and weather reports, plus common idioms like “raining cats and dogs” and “raining buckets.”This episode is ideal for English learners who want to expand vocabulary and communicate more precisely when describing rain. We go step-by-step through intensity levels, real examples, and usage so you can confidently talk about the weather like a native speaker.🔔 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 list1) Sprinkling: Very light rain, just a few drops, no need for cover.2) Drizzling: Slightly harder than sprinkling, still not intense.3) Light rain: More than drizzle, but still not heavy.4) Barely raining: Very little rain, hardly any at all, almost unnoticeable.5) Incessant rain: Constant and uninterrupted rainfall for a long period.6) Downpour: Short, intense burst of heavy rain. Also called a deluge or a cloudburst7) Clears up: The rain stops, and the weather becomes clear.8) Flash floods: Rapid flooding due to intense rainfall.9) Pouring: Heavy rainfall over a longer period.10) Raining cats and dogs: Very heavy rain (idiom).11) Constant showers: Continuous and uninterrupted rain.12) Raining buckets: Pouring down with a large amount of rain (idiom).13) Torrential rain: Heavy rainfall associated with storms, hurricanes, or monsoons.

🗓️ Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a deep-context English learning episode focused on U.S. history, culture, and vocabulary. This episode explains the early life of MLK, how he became a leader in the Civil Rights Movement, and why the Montgomery Bus Boycott reshaped the nation.Listeners will learn essential vocabulary in context while following a real historical narrative — including segregation, boycott, systemic discrimination, nonviolent protest, and Supreme Court rulings. This story is told clearly for English learners who want to understand not only the language, but also the culture behind it.A meaningful listening practice opportunity for intermediate to advanced English learners who appreciate history, social justice topics, and real American context.🔔 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 list1) Focus on: Pay particular attention to or concentrate on a specific topic or aspect.2) Transformative: Causing a marked change in someone or something; having a significant impact.3) Segregation: the separation of races in public places4) Systematic discrimination: Discrimination that is built into systems or structures, affecting a particular group consistently.5) Freshman year / Senior year: The first year and the final year, respectively, of a typical four-year high school or college program.6) Historically black college and university (HBCU): Institutions of higher education that were established primarily for the education of African American students.7) Nonviolent protests: Demonstrations or actions that oppose a situation or injustice without the use of physical force or violence.8) Boycott: A deliberate abstention from using, buying, or participating in something as a form of protest or pressure.9) Constitutional: In accordance with or related to the principles set forth in a constitution, especially the Constitution of the United States.10) Supreme Court: The highest court in a country or jurisdiction, often with the authority to make final decisions on legal matters.11) Oratorship: The skill or art of public speaking; the ability to deliver effective and persuasive speeches.12) Public spotlight: A state of public attention or scrutiny, often as a result of being in a prominent or influential position.📜Sources:https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2015/11/30/the-montgomery-bus-boycott/

🇺🇸 American English isn’t one language — it’s many voices, accents, and regional words. In this episode, learners travel across the United States to explore how vocabulary changes from California to New York to the American South.Listeners learn the most common regional vocabulary differences for everyday items — drinks, shoes, shopping carts, sandwiches, insects, and more. The episode explains how word choice reflects history and regional identity, and gives examples that help English learners understand and recognize those differences.This episode is great for learners who enjoy culture, dialects, and real-world English. By the end, they will understand Americans better and feel more confident using regional terms naturally.🔔 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 list1) Addressing: Speaking or talking to a group of people.2) Regional Differences: Differences based on physical location.3) Fireflies/lightening bugs: Insects that light up and fly around at night. Glow bugs/Glow worms: Terms used in the South for fireflies.4) Bread loaf: Amount of bread baked in one piece.5) Shopping cart: A wheeled contraption for carrying items in a store. Also called a trolley, carriage or buggy6) Drinking fountain: A device that dispenses water for drinking. Also called a water fountain or just a fountain.7) Intersection: a place where two or more roads meet.8) Roundabouts: Circular intersections for traffic. Also called a traffic circle9) Tennis shoes: shoes used for sports or exercise. Also called sneakers, gym shoes, or trainers.📜Sources:https://www.insider.com/words-that-are-different-across-the-ushttps://www.businessinsider.com/22-maps-that-show-the-deepest-linguistic-conflicts-in-america-2013-6?op=1https://popvssoda.com/

✨ A new year brings new goals — especially for English learners. This episode dives into how New Year’s resolutions work, why they’re historically difficult to maintain, and what strategies actually help language learners stay consistent. Instead of losing motivation after a few weeks, listeners will learn how to set measurable goals and build habits that last.The episode also covers motivation types, healthy expectations, and how input — listening and reading — directly improves language fluency. Learners can use the guided tips to plan their study routine, track improvement, and continue building confidence over time. A great episode to begin the year strong, with practical encouragement and clear direction.🔔 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 list1) Resolutions: Decisions or intentions to change something about one's life or achieve specific goals.2) Prominence: The state of being important or widely recognized.3) internal motivation: desire to do something stemming from within oneself4) Measurable goal: a goal that can be easily measured/quantified and assessed5) Assess: To evaluate or examine carefully.6) Visualize: to form a mental image of something7) Tangible: Perceptible by touch; capable of being touched or felt.8) Perspective: A particular attitude or way of regarding something.9) resources: materials or assets that can be used to achieve something10) realistic: practical and grounded in reality, rather than idealistic📜Sourceshttps://arnoldspumpclub.com/https://arnoldspumpclub.com/blogs/newsletter/oatmeal-toxichttps://www.forbes.com/health/mind/new-years-resolutions-statistics/

🎄This episode explores American Christmas traditions through simple storytelling and natural vocabulary. Listeners learn how families decorate their homes, choose real or artificial trees, exchange gifts and celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Stockings, ornaments, garland, lights and outdoor displays are explained clearly with cultural examples.This is a valuable listen for English learners who want to understand how Christmas is actually celebrated in the United States. The episode highlights vocabulary in context, connects culture to everyday language and provides a guided look at one of the most important holidays in America.🔔 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 list1) Christmas stockings: Decorative socks hung on fireplaces for Santa Claus to fill with gifts.2) Mythology: Traditional stories or beliefs explaining cultural practices.3) Mantel: A shelf above a fireplace.4) Stocking stuffers: Small gifts placed inside Christmas stockings.5) Mythology: A collection of myths, especially those belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.6) Ecological: Environmentally friendly or sustainable.7) Garland: Decorative material resembling tree branches, often made of synthetic material.8) Motif: A distinctive theme or pattern.9) Significant other: Romantic partner such as a spouse, fiancé, boyfriend or girlfriend.10) Get-togethers: Informal gatherings or meetings.11) Doorman: A person employed to open doors and assist residents in a building.12) Groomer: A person who takes care of and grooms pets.

🎅 This episode shares five classic Christmas movies that help English learners improve vocabulary, listening skills, and cultural understanding through real American media. These films are holiday favorites in the United States and are watched year after year by families across generations, making them a useful window into U.S. Christmas traditions.Listeners hear how each movie became a classic, what the story is about, and how it reflects American culture. With comedies, animated specials, and black-and-white legends included, there is something for every learner to enjoy. Watching movies in English with subtitles offers exposure to natural speech and helps build fluency through real context.Streaming guide: https://www.justwatch.com/ and https://watchany.stream🔔 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 list1) Miracle: An extraordinary and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws.2) Department store: a large store that sells a variety of goods, such as clothing, cosmetics, and household items (e.g., Macy's)3) Flagship Store: The main or most important store in a retail chain.4) Drunk: intoxicated with alcohol5) Mythology: A collection of myths, especially those belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.6) Vignettes: short pieces of writing or film that describe a scene or event7) Cult Classic: A movie that has developed a devoted fan base despite not being highly successful when first released.8) Guardian Angel: a spiritual being believed to protect and guide a person9) Scandal: An action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public10) Contemplating: Thinking deeply and at length.

🎅 This episode teaches useful Christmas vocabulary heard throughout December in American culture, from common greetings to holiday expressions and descriptive words used for lights, decorations, and celebrations. Listeners learn the differences between merry, joyful, cheerful, as well as glittering, sparkling, and twinkling.Perfect for English learners who want to improve vocabulary with holiday context and understand American Christmas language.🔔 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 list1) Tis the Season: An expression highlighting the arrival of a particular season, commonly associated with Christmas.2) Merry: Full of cheerfulness, liveliness, and high spirits, often associated with festive occasions.3) Joyful: Filled with joy, happiness, and a sense of celebration.4) Cheerful: Marked by a positive and optimistic demeanor; expressing or inspiring joy.5) Festive: Associated with a particular holiday or celebration.6) Christmas Spirit: The feeling of joy, generosity, and goodwill associated with the Christmas season.7) Glittering: Giving off bright, reflected light, often in small, intense flashes, creating a sparkling effect.8) Sparkling: Emitting or reflecting bright, steady light; shining with brilliance.9) Twinkling: Emitting small, rapid flashes of light; shining with a flickering or intermittent glow.

🦃 Thanksgiving in the United States isn’t just about eating turkey — it also shows up in everyday American English. In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, listeners explore four common turkey idioms: talk turkey, quit cold turkey, gobble something up, and stuffed turkey. Each expression is explained clearly, with definitions, history, and natural example sentences so learners can understand both the literal and figurative meanings.This episode is perfect for English learners who want to sound more natural and confident when speaking with native speakers. By the end, listeners will recognize these idioms in conversations, TV shows, and movies, and will know how to use them correctly in their own speech. It’s a fun way to build vocabulary, practice listening, and learn a little American holiday culture at the same time.🔔 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 list1) To talk turkey: a frank and direct conversation2) Ambiguity: The quality of being open to more than one interpretation.3) Frank: Open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.4) Evasive: Tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation, especially by responding only indirectly.5) Quit cold turkey: abruptly giving up a habit6) Pallid: Pale and lacking color.7) Gobble something up: eating swiftly; figuratively when something is effortlessly accomplished8) Enthusiastically: In a way that shows intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.9) A stuffed turkey: uncomfortable fullness after eating a meal.10) Indulge: Allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something.

🦃 This episode explores traditional Thanksgiving foods in the United States and explains how each dish became part of the holiday. Learners discover the history behind turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie, helping them understand how Americans celebrate Thanksgiving today.Perfect for intermediate English learners who want to improve vocabulary and listening skills through real cultural examples. The episode teaches English in context and gives listeners a clearer picture of how Americans experience this holiday season.🔔 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=msuscDeep fried turkey video: https://youtu.be/iD6-Io7hxEU📝 Vocabulary list1) Holiday season: The period from the end of October to January 1, including holidays like Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.2) Abundant: Existing in large quantities; plentiful; a lot of.3) Patriarch: The male head of a family or tribe.4) Leftovers: Remaining food from a meal that is not consumed and is stored for later use.5) Cavity: A hollow space.6) Bulk out: To increase the quantity or size of something.7) Zest: The outer colored part of the peel of citrus fruit, used as flavoring.8) star of the show: the main attraction or focus9) twofer: a two-for-one deal or something that combines two things10) comfort food: food that is familiar and reassuring