

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!
Episodes
Mentioned books

Nov 17, 2022 • 13min
A to Z Idioms 16: Idioms in nature 1
In this episode, Jack and Xochitl discuss some idioms in nature. These ones all about the ocean or water.Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/idioms-16/to make waves 🌊to go with the flowto be lost at seaShare 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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 16, 2022 • 8min
A to Z Quick Chat 32: c - Kevin's two truths and a lie
In this short 3-part series, the trio play a game of two truths and a lie. Can you guess which one is the lie?Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/kevins-two-truths-and-a-lie/What questions would you have asked?Share your thoughts in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 15, 2022 • 11min
A to Z Jack Chat 15: Listener Mail...Grammar!
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads listener mail!Find a transcript here: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-15-listener-mail-grammar/I met the girl who lives in the next building, whose car is green. I met the girl who lives in the next building. Her car is green.I drew a picture of that man, whose cat is tiny. I drew a picture of that man. His cat is tiny. They went to a city, whose weather is awesome. They went to a city. Its weather was awesome. I'd like to know if I could (her, his, and its) in the above sentences interchangeably with whose? Also, when should I use whose and possessive pronouns? 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: Composed by Jack McBainSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 15, 2022 • 6min
A to Z Quick Chat 32: b - Xochitl's two truths and a lie
In this short 3-part series, the trio play a game of two truths and a lie. Can you guess which one is the lie?Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/xochitls-two-truths-and-a-lie/What questions would you have asked?Share your thoughts in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 14, 2022 • 9min
A to Z Quick Chat 32: a - Jack's two truths and a lie
In this short 3-part series, the trio play a game of two truths and a lie. Can you guess which one is the lie?Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/jacks-two-truths-and-a-lie/What questions would you have asked?Share your thoughts in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 13, 2022 • 7min
A to Z tips: OREO practice - Why do you use your phone?
Today the trio answer why they each use the phone type they use following OREO.Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/oreo-phone/Check here to learn OREO: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-tips-oreo/Share your answers, or ask us an opinion question to try in OREO, 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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 12, 2022 • 16min
A to Z Jack Chat 14: Whatsapp Chats
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads your Whatsapp chats!Find a transcript here: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-14-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: Composed by Jack McBainSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 11, 2022 • 7min
A to Z Idioms 15: Idioms with the weather 3
In this episode, Kevin and Xochitl continue talking about the weather.Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/idioms-15/when something happens once in a blue moon 🌕the ~~~ under the sun ☀️every cloud has a silver lining ☁️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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 10, 2022 • 16min
A to Z Quick Chat 30: Do you like your name?
In this episode, Kevin, Jack, and Xochitl talk about their names, where they came from, what they think of them, and how they use them.Transcript: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/do-you-like-your-name/Do you like your name? What's it mean?Share your answers to the discussion questions in our WhatsApp group chat! https://forms.gle/zKCS8y1t9jwv2KTn7Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 9, 2022 • 10min
A to Z Jack Chat 13: Jack Just Chats
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack just talks about some things that are on his mind.Find a transcript here: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-13-jack-just-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: Composed by Jack McBainSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fluent-mind-esl-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy