Hi Everyone! Today you'll hear another 5-Minute English episode and it's all about Springtime.5-Minute English episodes are designed to teach "fluency one topic at a time."In them, you'll learn phrasal verbs, collocations and vocabulary in specific topics. Learning all of the terms well will help prepare you for conversations with native speakers. Like most 5-Minute Episodes, the listening is short and more challenging. You might need to listen to an episode at least three times in order to full...
May 06, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Hi Everyone! In today's episode, I teach how to use the expression A METHOD TO MADNESS like a native speaker. For the fun fact, we go over EXOTIC ANIMALS AS PETS in the U.S. In discussing exotic animals as pets, you'll learn about laws that exist in the United States as a whole and how different states differ in terms of what exotic animals you can have. Can you keep a lion or tiger in your backyard? Listen to find out! **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Con...
Apr 30, 2020•28 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Hi Everyone!I'm very excited about this week's episode which is about a topic that is not often discussed: Gender Prediction.In the episode, I'll share 10 very common Old Wives' Tales for predicting gender (or sex, as some prefer to say). You'll learn vocabulary related to the characteristics of pregnancy such as mood swings, break outs, cravings and I'll also share our results to these tests within the episode. Is it a Boy or Girl? Since our 20-week anatomy test was this morning (after I record...
Apr 22, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Hi Everyone! In this week's episode I'll teach you the expression ON A ROLL and all about the famous PHILLY CHEESESTEAK. You'll also learn many adjectives to describe good vs. bad sandwiches (bread, meat, cheese and onions). **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push...
Apr 15, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Hi Everyone! Today you'll hear another 5-Minute English episode and it's all about 3 Trending Diets to Lose Winter Weight.5-Minute English episodes are designed to teach "fluency one topic at a time."In them, you'll learn phrasal verbs, collocations and vocabulary in specific topics. Learning all of the terms well will help prepare you for conversations with native speakers. Like most 5-Minute Episodes, the listening is short and more challenging. You might need to listen to an episode at least ...
Apr 09, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Hi Everyone! This week's episode is about the expression TO PULL SOMEONE'S LEG and popular APRIL FOOL'S JOKES that went down in history. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This include...
Mar 31, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 54
This week’s episode is all about my family’s TRIP TO BRAZIL and how “the shit has hit the fan” during the past two weeks because of the CORONAVIRUS. This episode uses a lot of perfect tenses. If you need to practice the present perfect, past perfect or even the passive forms for either of these I highly recommend listening! Premium Content (formerly called the Classroom) This episode is part of Season 2 . By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript, a comprehension quiz ...
Mar 25, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Hi Everyone! This week’s episode is all about pregnancy! The expression is A BUN IN THE OVEN and the fun fact is about THE WOMAN WHO GAVE BIRTH TO OCTUPLETS, FORMERLY KNOWN AS OCTOMOM. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from...
Mar 07, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Hi Everyone! This week’s episode is all about cookies! The joke is about cookies, the expression is THAT’S THE WAY THE COOKIE CRUMBLES and the fun fact is about GIRL SCOUT COOKIES. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an ...
Feb 27, 2020•28 min•Season 2Ep. 51
This week’s episode is all about my family’s trip to the snow last week. In it, I share tips on skiing and snowboarding in the US as well as plenty of essential vocabulary words you’ll need to talk about the snow, skiing and snowboarding! Get Premium Content (formerly called "the Classroom") Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram . Support the show Learn more abo...
Feb 20, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Hi Everyone! In this week's episode, I teach the common English expression: When Hell Freezes Over. We also talk all about the very famous ICE CASTLES, which were created by the entrepreneur, Brent Christensen, in 2011. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 1 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you ...
Feb 10, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about SORORITIES AND FRATERNITIES. I introduce the history of Greek Life and talk about the famous people were part of sororities and fraternities. As a special guest, we talk to my cousin Lauren about what it was like to be in a sorority. Hopefully you'll learn a little bit more than the stereotypes! There are many takeaways from this very unique college experience. Premium Content (formerly called "the Classroom") Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 0...
Feb 06, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about THE NATIONAL ANTHEM of the United States which is called THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER. We will go through the expression "HIT OR MISS" as well. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 1 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level fro...
Jan 30, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In this week's episode, I talk to you from Miami, Florida where we have spent the past 2.5 weeks enjoying the warm weather, tropical fruit and latin culture. Within the episode, I talk to you about our time in Orlando and Miami and share many facts and figures about the state and its people. Premium Content (formerly called "The Classroom") Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American Eng...
Jan 23, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In Episode #45, I teach you how to use the expression TO PUT SOMEONE ON A PEDESTAL like a native speaker from the States. I also talk about GROUNDHOG'S DAY, which is a goofy holiday on February 2nd every year in the U.S. and Canada. Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about Driving in the U.S. and it's a little bit longer this week because there's simply so much information to share.I highly recommend listening to this episode twice. The vocabulary words will be incredibly useful if you ever...
Jan 16, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about Driving in the U.S. and it's a little bit longer this week because there's simply so much information to share.I highly recommend listening to this episode twice. The vocabulary words will be incredibly useful if you ever talk to somebody in English about driving or cars. For the full 44 minute episode and transcript, Mp3 and more, check out Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 (formerly called "the Classroom"). **Premium Content** (forme...
Jan 08, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In Episode 43, we talk to my dad about what it's like to live and work in Alaska. During the conversation we talk about wildlife, outdoor sports and his long days finding oil. You will learn a lot about Alaska by listening to this one! Enjoy :) Premium Content (formerly called "the Classroom") Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram . Support the show Learn more abou...
Jan 02, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In this episode of the podcast, I'll teach you how to use the expression TO DROP THE BALL like a native speaker from the United States. The fun fact of the day answers the question WHY DO WE DROP A BALL AT TIMES SQUARE ON NEW YEARS? Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 (formerly called "the Classroom") Premium Content: Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3 (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100 Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang ...
Dec 26, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In Episode #41, my good friend Liz Johnson and I planned on talking about 10 AMERICAN ENGLISH SLANG WORDS that we use on a daily basis. After all is said and done, we ended up sharing about 20 very common words and phrases! That's a lot of slang. Notice how I didn't write slang with an "s". Slang with an "s" doesn't exist. It is uncountable. Learn slang. Learn slang words. The examples shared in the audio are real and personal and we hope that you will learn how you can insert them into your eve...
Dec 18, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this episode of the podcast, I speak casually to you about our first week in December. Within the multiple mini stories, you'll hear irregular past tense verbs, learn Christmas vocabulary and get a feel for some of the pre-Christmas activities that are celebrated in California. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an in...
Dec 11, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In this episode of the podcast, I'll teach you how to use the expression A BLESSING IN DISGUISE like a native speaker from the United States. The fun fact of the day is about SANTACON, which takes place during the first few weekends of December in over 100 cities in the US. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermedi...
Dec 05, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this Episode of the American English Podcast, Lucas and I talk about our experience getting his GREEN CARD. Yes, it was approved, finally! We go through some of the following points: What is a Green Card? What's the difference between Permanent Residency and Citizenship? What are the benefits of Citizenship? Tips for the Official Interview Questions they ask at the Interview How to Prepare Our Mistakes and friends' mistakesLawyer (cost & their role)+ so much more. **Premium Content** (for...
Nov 27, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In this episode, you will learn about THANKSGIVING IN THE US and how to use the English Expression TO QUIT COLD TURKEY like a native speaker. Friends Episodes (available on Netflix in the U.S.) - Season 3, Episode 9 (The Football Game)- Season 5, Episode 8 (Flashbacks to Previous Thanksgivings)- Season 6, Episode 9 (Rachel's Trifle). Thank you to all of my premium subscribers! **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, li...
Nov 20, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 37
On Wednesday, November 13th, Lucas (my husband) and I will have his green card interview. A green card, is a physical card you receive from the U.S. government that permits you to reside in the U.S. and work.Since we will need to tell our story to the judge / immigration official, including specifics about dating, engagement and marriage, I figured why not tell our story to you. I've added tons of vocabulary, collocations, slang and more to this to make it a well-rounded learning experience. **P...
Nov 12, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode, you will learn about THE STORY OF COCA-COLA and how to use the English Expression THE LAST STRAW like a native speaker. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises Challenges The premium content for thi...
Nov 08, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this episode, you will learn about THE WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE and how to use the English Expression TO HAVE A FEW SCREWS LOOSE like a native speaker. You can access premium content for this episode by joining The Classroom. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and ...
Oct 31, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In Episode 33, I tell two more interesting facts I've learned about Halloween since Episode 31 (which was the Halloween Special) AND I tell you a scary story that's jam-packed with the Past Perfect tense! **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: Transcript PDF and Mp3 download ...
Oct 25, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In this episode you will learn about BALD EAGLES and how to use the English Expression TO WING IT like a native speaker. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises Challenges The premium content for this episode can be...
Oct 16, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode you will learn a brief history of Halloween and about HALLOWEEN CULTURE IN THE UNITED STATES leading up to the 31st of October and on Halloween day.In this episode, we talk about pumpkin patches, carving pumpkins, horror movies, haunted houses and our experiences as kids, teenagers and adults. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve y...
Oct 09, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about THE HYPERLOOP (new type of transportation) and teach you to use the expression IN THE LOOP and OUT OF THE LOOP like a native speaker. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 d...
Oct 03, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 30
