

The Fluent Mind ESL Podcast
Jack McBain
Welcome to The Fluent Mind ESL Podcast, where we take you on a journey from learning the basics to mastering the nuances of the English language. Our podcast is designed for non-native speakers who are looking to improve their English skills in a fun and interactive way. Each episode covers a wide range of topics to help you navigate the English-speaking world with ease. Join us every week as we explore the English language and help you build confidence in your communication skills. Let's get started!
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Feb 5, 2023 • 7min
A to Z Improv 01: You can only ask questions!
In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, we have a new kind of episode for you. We are playing an improv comedy game where we can only ask questions. It sounds easy, but its harder than you think!Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-improv-episode-01-you-can-only-ask-questions/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 3, 2023 • 6min
A to Z OREO 06: When is the best time of year to take a vacation?
In this episode of the podcast, we present another OREO opportunity for our listeners. This week's question is "When is the best time of year to take a vacation?" Listen to Kevin's and Jack's answers. Then, send us your answers as a voice note on Whatsapp or as an email!Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-oreo-06-when-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-take-a-vacation/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 2, 2023 • 16min
A to Z Jack Chat 46: Listener Emails
In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack reads listener email. Listeners share their embarrassing stories.Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-45-listener-mail/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 1, 2023 • 8min
A to Z Quick Chat 45: We're Back!
It's been a while since we have been in the recording studio. We are happy to announce that The A to Z English Podcast is back! In this week's episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack and Kevin catch up on what they've been doing during the month of January.Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-quick-chat-45-were-back/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comOutro Music: Eaters, song Tuck's Love Party & I am not edible. (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/wives/i-an-not-edibleTik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 30, 2022 • 35min
A to Z Jack Chat 45: Listener Emails
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads some more listener emails.Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-45-listener-mail/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 28, 2022 • 36min
A to Z Jack Chat 44: Using the Internet to Learn English
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack talks about using in the internet to learn English. The possibilities on the internet are endless and thousands, if not millions, of people have learned English by using the internet. You no longer need to pay lots of money to language institutes to acquire a second language. You simply need a smartphone and an an internet connection, and of course lots of motivation. But it's possible! Good luck!Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-44-using-the-internet-to-learn-english/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 28, 2022 • 6min
A to Z Quick Chat 44: Winning the Lottery! - Would you rather?
In this Quick Chat episode, your hosts play a game of would you rather about money. The question is...Would you rather win a million dollars that you can have right now OR two million dollars, but you can only have $167,000 per month for the next 20 years?Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/quick-chat-44-winning-the-lottery/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 27, 2022 • 27min
A to Z Jack Chat 43: Listener Emails
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads listener emails.Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-43-listener-emails/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 26, 2022 • 9min
A to Z Quick Chat 43: Embarrassing Stories
In this Quick Chat episode, your hosts share embarrassing stories from the past.Learn English by listening to our podcast. Each lesson has an interesting topic that will help you improve your English listening skills. You can also comment on the episodes in our Whatsapp group or send emails to our email address atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comPodcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/quick-chat-43-embarrassing-stories/Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 24, 2022 • 17min
A to Z Jack Chat 42: Listener Emails and Holiday Would You Rather Challenge
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads listener emails and challenges listeners to a special holiday version of Would you rather.Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-42-listener-emails-and-christmas-would-you-rather-challenge/Would you rather...1. give a gift or receive a gift?2. visit Santa's workshop or ride in Santa's sleigh?3. have your friends think you believe that the Tooth Fairy is real or that Santa Clause is real?Join our WhatsApp group here: https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Check out Jack's course books here: http://www.darakwon.co.kr/books/listProduct.asp?pc_id_2=7&pc_id_3=29Send questions and comments to: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Tik Tok: atozenglish1Instagram: atozenglish22Twitter: atozenglish22Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy