Real English Conversations Podcast – Real English for Global Professionals | Speak Clearly & Confidently at Work

In this episode, Curtis Davies sits down with Nathan Lancry, A dynamic entrepreneur, thought leader, and author of The Mercury Mind, The Book of Matches, and Foresight is 20/20. Nathan’s journey is anything but ordinary. From leaving high school early and working manual labor jobs at just nine years old, to becoming the CEO of the Jay Auto Group in Cleveland and Akron, Ohio, he’s built a life and career rooted in resilience, creativity, and a fearless approach to leadership. In this conversation, Nathan shares: How humble beginnings shaped his unique leadership style The mindset shifts that turn challenges into opportunities Why uncovering the real truth in any situation can transform relationships and business decisions Practical steps to build independence, both personal and financial The importance of self-understanding and purpose in achieving long-term success Whether you’re a business professional, entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration to push past your own limitations, Nathan’s insights will challenge the way you think and give you tools to move forward with confidence. Connect with Nathan Lancry: 🌐 Website: nathanlancry.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nathan-lancry-61650916b 📖 Buy The Book of Matches: Amazon Link 📖 Buy The Mercury Mind: Amazon Link 📖 Buy Foresight Is 20/20: Amazon Link 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this powerful solo episode, Teacher Curtis Davies, confidence coach, pronunciation specialist, and communication expert, shares how global professionals can finally speak clearly and confidently at work in just 90 days. If you're tired of missing opportunities, avoiding conversations, or feeling stuck in your English communication, this episode is your wake-up call. Curtis introduces the 90-Day Next Level English Challenge, a proven system that helps you: ✅ Improve pronunciation ✅ Build fluency and clarity under pressure ✅ Ace job interviews and presentations ✅ Speak up in meetings without fear ✅ And finally, express yourself like the professional you are WATCH THIS VIDEO ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KP-6V7CHKJk&ab_channel=RealEnglishConversations 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

"The best relationship you have is with yourself." In this bold and transformative episode, mindset coach Michael Mabry shares how he helps athletes and now professionals develop unshakable confidence, resilience, and leadership. As co-founder of One Play Development, Michael has trained over 4,000 student-athletes to become mentally strong, emotionally grounded, and ready to perform. In this episode, he breaks down how to find your "Best Possible Outcome", form lasting "Brain Tattoos", and unlock your full potential — both in English and in life. This conversation goes way beyond sports. It’s about building the mindset and communication skills you need to show up powerfully at work, lead with clarity, and speak English with calm, clear confidence. 🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ The mental blocks that hold people back (in English and in life) ✅ The difference between coaching and true mentorship ✅ How to build confidence — even when you're struggling or doubting yourself ✅ Techniques to perform under pressure in meetings, interviews, or presentations ✅ The surprising connection between elite sports training and language learning ✅ One powerful mindset shift if you’re feeling stuck right now 🎯 Perfect for: International professionals working on English fluency High-performers, coaches, mentors, and leaders Anyone chasing a goal, facing pressure, or working to show up as their best self,  in any language Whether you're preparing for a big presentation, improving your workplace communication, or learning to trust your voice in English, this episode will give you the tools to stay grounded, focused, and ready to lead. 🔗 Learn More About Michael Mabry & One Play Development: BUY Michaels Book "BPO" Best Possible Outcome Here -> https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734607092?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_45AHI617F2I6MV2OLIG9&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_45AHI617F2I6MV2OLIG9&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_45AHI617F2I6MV2OLIG9&bestFormat=true&titleSource=true 🌐 Website: oneplaydevelopment.com 🔗 LinkedIn (Company): linkedin.com/company/oneplaydevelopment 👤 LinkedIn (Michael): linkedin.com/in/michael-mabry 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078990753363 📸 Instagram: @coachmabes44 | @oneplaydevelopment 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

Joe Gallagher Jr., founder of Apastioli Specialty Foods and author of *From Bars to Jars*, shares his incredible journey from addiction and prison to entrepreneurship. He talks about how a tragic accident led him down a dark path, yet ultimately fueled his passion for cooking and community service. Joe emphasizes the transformative power of faith and resilience in overcoming personal struggles. His powerful message highlights redemption, healing, and the importance of rebuilding relationships, proving that anyone can turn pain into purpose.

What if lifelong learning wasn’t just about school, but about building a life full of curiosity, creativity, and meaning? In this inspiring episode, Curtis reconnects with his high school best friend, Matt Rauscher, for a deep, wide-ranging conversation about what it means to stay curious, explore new skills, and live a hands-on life. Matt shares his unconventional journey from the school halls of Edmonton to becoming a multi-skilled creative adventurer, learning welding, 3D printing, dual-sport motorcycling, music production, meat curing, beekeeping, raising livestock, and much more. You’ll hear how Matt stayed connected to his creative spark, why he believes curiosity is a superpower, and how lifelong learning can give you the confidence to try anything, even when it’s unfamiliar or scary. 🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ How to reignite your creativity when you feel stuck ✅ Why building skills with your hands is a form of self-expression ✅ How curiosity fuels confidence and communication ✅ The connection between making, learning, and speaking English fluently ✅ What lifelong learning looks like outside the classroom This conversation is honest, energizing, and filled with real stories that will inspire you to explore more, learn more, and maybe even start a new creative project of your own. 🎯 Perfect for: English learners who want to connect with real-life stories Professionals feeling stuck in routines or burnout Creators, builders, thinkers, and anyone with a curious mind Global professionals working on communication, confidence, and creativity 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis reconnects with longtime friend and leadership strategist Marcus Gurske to explore how international professionals can lead with purpose, mentor with impact, and communicate clearly in English — even under pressure. With over 20 years of experience in professional communication, leadership development, and mentoring across cultures, Marcus shares practical insights into: ✔️ The key difference between managing and mentoring ✔️ How to coach and support others during high-stress situations ✔️ Strategies to help introverts and remote professionals step into leadership roles ✔️ Building clarity, confidence, and connection when speaking English at work Whether you're managing a team, stepping into your first leadership role, or mentoring others in English, this episode gives you real-world tools and thoughtful perspectives to level up your communication and presence at work. 🎯 Who Is This Episode For? Professionals and team leads who speak English as a second language Global employees in leadership or mentoring positions Anyone who wants to speak English more clearly, confidently, and authentically in a business context 🧠 This is a must-listen if you're serious about improving your English for real conversations, presentations, interviews, and workplace leadership. 🔁 Listen to Part 1 of This Conversation: 🎧 Spotify: Click to Listen 🎧 Apple Podcasts: Click to Listen 🌐 Connect with Marcus Gurske: 🔗 Website: marcusgurske.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marcusgurske 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis interviews Shweta Ramkumar, a communication coach and founder of Healthy Dynamics,  who helps healthcare professionals from non-English speaking backgrounds become confident, empathetic communicators in English. Shweta’s passion for healthcare communication began at home, growing up with a doctor mom. Today, she uses that experience to coach international healthcare workers, blending emotional intelligence, cultural understanding, and real-life clinical scenarios with ESL strategies. They discuss: The biggest English communication mistakes healthcare professionals make (and it’s not grammar) Why miscommunication can create emotional stress for both patients and providers How empathy, trust, and active listening can improve patient care The powerful results her clients see through one-on-one coaching Whether you’re a doctor, nurse, medical student, or ESL professional in healthcare, this episode will help you understand how clear, compassionate English can truly change lives, starting with your own. 👩‍⚕️ Connect with Shweta & Healthy Dynamics: LinkedIn: Shweta Ramkumar YouTube: Healthy Dynamics Channel Business Page: Healthy Dynamics on LinkedIn 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis gets personal with a special guest, his older brother, Kevin Davies. Kevin is a car-loving, bone-breaking, always-building kind of guy. As an electrician and lifelong project junkie, he brings stories of growing up in Canada surrounded by tools, dirt bikes, and trial-and-error learning, the kind that builds real resilience. They Talk about: How fixing cars and building things teaches confidence and problem-solving Hilarious stories of growing up in a Canadian family with very different personalities What it means to learn through failure, get back up, and try again, in life and language Whether you're learning English, building confidence, or just love good stories with heart, this episode brings real-life language, real culture, and real brotherhood. 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this high-energy episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis interviews Jason R. Levine, better known around the world as Fluency MC, the viral teaching sensation who helps English learners build fluency through rhythm, rap, and real fun. Jason is the creator of Stick, Stuck, Stuck, a YouTube megahit that’s been used in classrooms across the globe. In this conversation, he shares how his love of music evolved into a powerful teaching method that blends grammar, listening, and memory into something unforgettable. They talk about: How rhythm and rhyme help English learners retain grammar and vocabulary The story behind Stick, Stuck, Stuck going viral Performing in schools around the world and seeing real transformation His latest programs: Rhyme On Time and Speak On Beat Why fun, music-based learning can break language anxiety and boost confidence If you're learning English and want to enjoy the process more — or you're a teacher looking for creative ideas — this episode will leave you motivated and ready to try something new. 🎧 Watch & Connect with Fluency MC: 📺 Watch Stick, Stuck, Stuck on YouTube 🌐 Website: fluencymc.com 📺 YouTube: Fluency MC 📸 Instagram: @fluencymc 📘 Facebook: Fluency MC Facebook 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

For the first time, Curtis takes the guest seat as he’s interviewed by radio and podcast expert Matt Cundill on the You May Also Like Podcast. In this candid conversation, Curtis shares how his passion for radio in Edmonton eventually led to launching the Real English Conversations Podcast — and building an online coaching business that helps professionals around the world speak English clearly and confidently at work. They talk about: The story behind Real English Conversations and its global impact What makes a podcast grow and connect with international listeners How Curtis helps professionals become confident English communicators using real conversations—not grammar drills If you’ve ever wondered about the story behind the mic, or want to hear what it really takes to build a meaningful business in the ESL space, this episode delivers insights, real talk, and inspiration. 🎧 Listen to the Full Interview with Matt Cundill: 🔗 You May Also Like Podcast – Curtis’s Episode 🎙️ Explore All Episodes 📺 YouTube: Sound Off Media Channel 🌐 More from Matt: The Sound Off Podcast 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn