

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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Dec 16, 2022 • 16min
A to Z Jack Chat 36: Whatsapp Chats
In this bonus episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads Whatsapp group chats.Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-36-whatsapp-chats/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 15, 2022 • 27min
A to Z Jack Chat 35: Listener Emails
In this bonus episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads listener emails.Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-35-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 14, 2022 • 11min
A to Z Quick Chat 39: Good and Bad Bosses
In this episode we discuss good and bad bosses. They can make such a difference to your work!Podcast Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/good-and-bad-bosses/If you could take a minute and complete a short survey about the podcast, we would be very appreciative. You can find the survey here: https://forms.gle/HHNnnqU6U8W3DodK8We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions for future episodes.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/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 13, 2022 • 30min
A to Z Jack Chat 34: Is grammar really that important?
In this Jack Chat, Jack talks about Professor Steven Krashen's ideas regarding language acquisition theory. Jack asks the question, "How important is grammar, really?"Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-34-is-grammar-really-that-important/Article: https://www.sk.com.br/sk-krash-english.htmlJoin 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/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 13, 2022 • 5min
A to Z Idioms 22: Idioms with Plants 1
In this episode, Kevin and Xochitl start talking about trees 🌲to nip something in the budto bark up the wrong tree 🌳Podcast Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/idioms-22/Share your answers to the discussion questions in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7If you could take a minute and complete a short survey about the podcast, we would be very appreciative. You can find the survey here: https://forms.gle/HHNnnqU6U8W3DodK8We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions for future episodes.Send questions and comments to: podcast@atozenglishpodcast.comIntro/Outro Music: Eaters, song Dig Your Own Soul (eatersmusic2000) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/eaters/an-evening-with-tuck-pendleton/dig-your-own-soul/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 12, 2022 • 15min
A to Z Jack Chat 33: Would you rather have a personal chef?
If given the choice, it looks like most of our listeners would prefer a personal chef. I hope someday you can all have personal chefs. Bon Appetite!Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jack-chat-33-bon-appetite/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/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 12, 2022 • 12min
A to Z Grammar 6: Simple Homophones!
In this episode, Kevin and Jack remind you to be mindful of homonyms in writing.there/their/they'retwo/to/tooyour/you'rePodcast Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/grammar-simple-homonyms/Come practice using this grammar in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Join 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: atozenglish1Insta: 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 11, 2022 • 21min
A to Z Jack Chat 32: This podcast is for students of all levels
Podcasts can be intimidating, however, you don't have to understand every single word in order to benefit from listening to them. Pop in your headphones and and challenge yourself. I promise to speak slowly.Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/podcasts-are-for-all-levels/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: atozenglish1Insta: 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 11, 2022 • 24min
A to Z Jack Chat 31: Should everyone live in another country for six months?
We ask listeners if they think everyone should live in a different country for at least six months.Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/learn-english-should-everyone-live-in-another-country-for-six-months/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: atozenglish1Insta: 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 10, 2022 • 10min
A to Z Idioms 21: Idioms with rocks
In this episode, Kevin and Jack use a couple of idioms using rocks 🪨to be clear as mudto be stuck between a rock and a hard placePodcast Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/idioms-21/And a bonus idiom! listen for it!Share your answers to the discussion questions in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7If you could take a minute and complete a short survey about the podcast, we would be very appreciative. You can find the survey here: https://forms.gle/HHNnnqU6U8W3DodK8We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions for future episodes.Send 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/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy