

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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Oct 20, 2022 • 12min
Idioms A to Z 12: Idioms with Food 4
In this episode, Jack and Xochitl finish off the food idioms!Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/idioms-12/to be a hard nut to crack 🥜to be a bad apple 🍏to spill the beans 🫘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

Oct 19, 2022 • 20min
A to Z Jack Chat 05: Listener Mail
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads listener mail! Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-05-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: 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

Oct 18, 2022 • 12min
Grammar A to Z 3: Intermediate - count vs noncount nouns
In this episode, Kevin and Jack try to help you understand count vs noncount nounsTip: Can you easily count how many of the thing there are?Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/grammar-count-vs-noncount-nouns/Come practice using this grammar 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.Check 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

Oct 17, 2022 • 24min
A to Z Jack Chat 04: Listener Mail
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack reads listener mail! Send your comments and questions to this email address: atozenglishpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-04-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: 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

Oct 16, 2022 • 13min
A to Z Quick Chat 26: The Day of the Dead
In this episode, Xochitl teaches Jack about the Mexican Day of the Dead! It's a very interesting, beautiful holiday where relatives pay respect to their ancestors who have passed on. If you're interested in learning about this holiday, our resident expert, Xochitl, will teach you all about it!Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/the-day-of-the-dead/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.Intro/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

Oct 14, 2022 • 23min
A to Z Jack Chat: Episode 03
In this episode of Jack Chats, Jack talks about language learning and how the material we choose to use really does matter. Send your comments and stories to atozenglishpodcast@gmail.com. I will share them on the next A to Z Jack Chat!Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-episode-03/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

Oct 13, 2022 • 10min
Idioms A to Z 11: Idioms with Food 3
In this episode, Kevin and Jack discuss and use three more idioms about food. Hope you're still hungry!Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/idioms-11/to not be your cup of tea ☕️to butter someone up 🧈to be food for thoughtShare 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.Intro/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

Oct 12, 2022 • 20min
A to Z Jack Chat: Episode 02
In this Jack Chat, Jack talks about a wonderful movie he has seen recently. Jack provides a short summary of the movie and then explains why he loved the movie so much. Here's the movie Jack discusses in the episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CODA_(2021_film)Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-episode-02/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

Oct 11, 2022 • 11min
A to Z Tips: 'ed' pronunciation
In this episode, Kevin and Jack help you figure out how to pronounce that tricky 'ed' sound. Sometimes it adds a sound, and sometimes it doesn't.hint: are you humming or whispering?Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/ed-pronunciation/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: 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

Oct 10, 2022 • 20min
A to Z Jack Chat: Episode 01
In the very first episode of A to Z Jack Chat, Jack talks about the purpose of the new A to Z Jack Chat segment. He also shares a personal story about his family. If you are looking for more listening content, definitely tune in to our first episode of Jack Chats!Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/a-to-z-jack-chat-episode-01/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