E99: Five a Day 4.3: Welcome to another exciting episode of Your English Five a Day where today we are exploring a nautical theme. I'll be telling a story about a brave, 'seafaring' person who tackles a 'riptide' despite its dangers. From the floating nature of 'buoyantly', to the act of 'navigating', to the lack of understanding when you're 'out of your depth', we will dive deep into these words and phrases and you'll leave with a more enriched vocabulary. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join En...
Nov 15, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 99
E98: Five a Day 4.2: In this episode of Your English Five a Day , we will take a look at five words and phrases in a heartwarming story about a family reunion. So, join us as I dive into what it means to 'reconnect' with someone, which song is 'reminiscent' of my childhood, as well as what it means to 'favour' someone or something. We also look into the meaning of the expression 'gone, but not forgotten'. Join me on my second episode of the week and expand your English vocabulary with me! ⭐ ENGL...
Nov 14, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 98
E97: Five a Day 4.1: Ever get those annoying phone calls where people try to sell you things you don't need or want? I certainly do, and in this interesting episode of Your English Five a Day , we will take a look at five words and phrases that can be used to talk about this and similar situations. From the 'unsolicited' nature of these 'cold calls', to the useful verb 'persuade', to the attention and detail of 'meticulously', to the ever-useful idiom 'look before you leap', will delve into the ...
Nov 13, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 97
E95: Ever felt like pulling your hair out while sitting idle? What if we told you that embracing this 'boredom' could unlock a treasure trove of creativity, personal growth, and emotional well-being? We're taking you on an extraordinary exploration of the mundane, where we reveal how these seemingly unproductive moments could actually be the birthplaces of innovative ideas - think Albert Einstein-level 'aha' moments! VOCABULARY LIST - Get yours by joining my free mailing list HERE! 1-100 BUNDLE ...
Nov 11, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 95
E94: Five a Day 3.5: Want to give your English vocabulary a renovation of its own? Welcome to another special episode of Your English Five a Day where I, Anna, will guide you through language associated with home renovation. From the heavy-duty 'renovating' to the personal touch of 'putting your stamp on it', to the meticulousness of 'methodically', the state of 'disrepair', and the worn look of 'shabby', we will delve into the heart of these words and phrases. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Joi...
Nov 10, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 94
E93: Five a Day 3.4: Welcome to another exciting episode of Your English Five a Day where today we will explore a 'hair-raising' story that will make your hair stand on end and have you on the edge of your seat! From the adrenaline-loving 'thrill-seekers', to the danger of 'perilously' and being 'in jeopardy', to the courageous act of 'braving something', we will dive deep into these words and phrases and you'll leave with a more enriched vocabulary. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join English L...
Nov 09, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 93
E92: Five a Day 3.3: Hungry for a linguistic feast? Feast your ears on our English Like a Native podcast as we cook up a storm of delectable terms and phrases. This hearty episode, part of our English Five a Day series, promises to nourish your vocabulary and your mind with a tempting menu of new words. From introducing the term 'delicacy', to discussing the varied connotations of 'pungent', we stir up a vocabulary brew designed to tantalise your linguistic taste buds. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PL...
Nov 08, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 92
E91: Five a Day 3.2: Ready to expand your English vocabulary and impress your friends with some fascinating words and phrases? Join me in today's English Like A Native - Five a Day podcast episode where we promise to decode some fascinating car-themed terminology. Buckle up as we kickstart the journey with 'chevron', a term indicating severe bends in the road. We'll also step up the speed with 'accelerate', explore the power-packed phrase 'driving force', and discover what it means to go 'hell f...
Nov 07, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 91
E90: Five a Day 3.1: Ready to expand your English vocabulary and impress your friends with some fascinating words and phrases? Join me in today's English Like A Native - Five a Day podcast episode where we meet phrases like 'to fight tooth and nail' and unique words such as 'notoriety' and 'brawl' like never before! Unearth the intriguing tales behind these expressions and expand your English proficiency with ease by tuning in to our riveting new English Five a Day episode. We promise an engagin...
Nov 06, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 90
E88: In this episode, I beckon you into the icy realms of the Arctic, unravelling the compelling narrative of "The Cremation of Sam McGee" by Robert Service. Get ready to navigate the poem's chilling tale, which paints a vivid picture of a man's fierce determination to honour his friend's final wish in the face of daunting challenges. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐ Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership that allows you to access bonus material that I will be making alongside every episod...
Nov 04, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Five a Day 2.5: Are you ready to expand your English vocabulary with some fascinating words related to giving and jewellery? Join me as we dive into another English Five a Day episode where I'll introduce you to five new words. You won't want to miss the heartwarming tale I've crafted, featuring an old woman, her granddaughter, and a treasured pendant that connects them. By the end of this episode, you'll see the practical application of these words and how they can enhance your storytelling abi...
Nov 03, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Five a Day 2.4: Imagine surrounding yourself with luxurious items, expressing yourself flamboyantly, and experiencing the glitz and glamour of high society. What if you could effortlessly use these words and more to paint a vivid picture of opulence? In today's Five a Day episode, we focus on expanding your English vocabulary with five intriguing words and phrases: luxurious, flamboyantly, frivolity, decadence, and glitz and glamour. By the end of the episode, you'll be able to incorporate these...
Nov 02, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Five a Day 2.3: Ready to expand your vocabulary with some interesting and slightly smelly terms? Today's Five a Day episode of the English Like a Native podcast is just what you need to up your language game and have a little fun while doing it! Join me as we tackle some new vocabulary. Not only will you learn the correct pronunciation for each word, but you'll also hear how they can be used in everyday situations and contexts. We'll even share a humorous little story that ties them all together...
Nov 01, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Five a Day 2.2: Ahoy, fellow word lovers! Prepare to embark on a nautical-themed journey as we explore five new expressions and learn their meanings and origins together. Set sail with me as we bring these words and phrases to life in a travel agent's article about embarking on a cruise. From "batten down the hatches" to "run aground," we'll uncover the excitement of exploring new destinations, the relaxation of lounging by the pool, and the adventure that comes with unexpected twists and turns....
Oct 31, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Five a Day 2.1: Ready to expand your English vocabulary and impress your friends with some fascinating words and phrases? Join me in today's English Like A Native - Five a Day podcast episode, where we'll explore a puzzling word that will leave you feeling flummoxed, then dive into the heartfelt idiom of wearing one's heart on one's sleeve. We'll also discuss the phrasal verb "to brush off" and the importance of empathizing with others, before wrapping up with a touch of melancholy. Listen in as...
Oct 30, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 83
E81: Get ready to embark on a bone-chilling journey through the supernatural on this episode of the English Like a Native Podcast. Join your host, Anna English, as she guides you through seven haunting tales that will leave you on the edge of your seat. From the eerie descent of the Brown Lady in Raynham Hall to the malevolent wit of the Enfield Poltergeist, prepare to be immersed in a world of indelible horror that will awaken your deepest fears. Brace yourself for a spine-tingling adventure in...
Oct 28, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 81
E79: Join us for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Martin, host of the Rock n' Roll English podcast. We kick off the episode exploring Martin's journey into podcasting and his show's unique name. As the conversation progresses, the spotlight shifts onto the ever-changing landscape of the British high street. We compare notes on our favourite high street shopping experiences at home and overseas, and examine the impact of online shopping and the Covid-19 pandemic on local businesses. Expect ...
Oct 23, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 79
E77: Today we learn English through an intriguing short story that sees a regular café-goer daydreaming of escaping the monotony of daily life while sipping their favourite brew at the ‘En Route Café’. What seems to be a normal day miraculously turns from mundane to a roller coaster of misadventures, courtesy of an unexpected laptop switch at the café. For video podcasts go to the English Like A Native YouTube channel! For English courses visit my website and check out my Conversation Club . ⭐ E...
Oct 14, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 77
E75: Brace yourself for a thrilling journey as we unleash the secrets behind some of the world's most iconic inventions, kickstarting with the letter A. Together, we'll soar through the clouds, exploring the daring innovation of aeroplanes that defied gravity and changed the course of human history, as well as paying homage to our faithful morning companion – the unsung hero, the alarm clock. And let's not forget the alphabet, the cornerstone of all written communication. So strap in and prepare...
Oct 07, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 75
E73: What if the wisdom and traits you've inherited from your family were the invisible yet powerful guiding forces in your life? Join me as I unravel the profound influence of family, weaving personal anecdotes about the cherished wisdom and guidance I've received from my mother, grandmother, and close friends. We'll chat about values like loyalty, respect, and empathy that have shaped me as a person and a parent, and how they serve as the glue that binds us all together. For English courses vi...
Sep 30, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 73
E71: Ever wondered why eating with your hands feels so fundamentally satisfying, so comforting, so intimate even? Well, today we are challenging the societal norms of cutlery and embracing the primal, tactile pleasure that comes with savoring food at the direct touch of our hands. But this journey is not just about the physical. It's also deeply rooted in our cultural heritage, connecting us to the traditions that have shaped us. So, what's on your plate for your next meal? Remember, the world i...
Sep 23, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 71
E69: Ever wondered how to guide your tiny tot on their journey to English fluency? Join me as I navigate through meaningful interactions with my little one, giving you an inside look at fostering effective communication. You'll learn the trick of asking open-ended questions and repeating your child’s words, giving them the confidence that their words have weight. We'll also delve into the importance of allowing children to find their words, nurturing patience and understanding in the process. Do...
Sep 16, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Celebrate with us as we mark a whole year of the English Like A Native podcast, and what better way to commemorate than by delving into the mysteries of time? We promise an intriguing journey as we correct common mistakes we all make when talking about age, and reveal the curious reasons behind why we measure time the way we do. Ever wondered why there are 60 seconds in a minute, 60 minutes in an hour, and why some months have 31 days while February gets short-changed? So, pull up a chair, grab ...
Sep 09, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 67
E65: Do you know the highest-scoring three-letter word in Scrabble or which board game the British government used to stash real cash during World War II? Prepare to have your game-loving mind blown as we uncover these secrets and more with Luke, from Luke's English Podcast . From spirited discussions about the strategic intricacies of chess to the hilarious chaos of Hungry Hippos, we'll share stories, tips, and trivia that will make you see your game cupboard in a whole new light. Our guest, Lu...
Aug 30, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 65
E63: Think you've got your words right? Let's see if chat GPT agrees! Tune in as I share my amusing escapades of playing word association games with ChatGPT and how it fared in picking up on my deliberate mistakes. Our journey goes beyond games, and we'll even use this AI tool to weave intriguing stories together. You'd be surprised to find out that despite my attempts to direct the narrative, ChatGPT tended to lean towards positivity. So, join me on this enlightening podcast episode as we explo...
Aug 19, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 63
E61: Are you ready to master the nuances of the long /ɔ:/ vowel? Prepare to dive deep into the English language as we dissect the pronunciation of words like 'draw', 'sure', and 'floor'. Uncover the intriguing transformations of this vowel into a diphthong, and revel in the slight differences in American and British pronunciations of 'sure'. A mirror might just become your best language-learning tool! Don't forget to peek at the show notes for a link to my exclusive pronunciation masterclass. Fo...
Aug 12, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 61
E59: Ever wonder how your feelings about nudity could be impacting your confidence levels? Today, we're promising you a new perspective on something as intimate yet universal as nudity. We bare it all in a candid chat about body confidence, nudity, and self-perception. We navigate through the innocent boldness of a child’s nudity, the often self-conscious adult's experience, and pose some questions about your own levels of body confidence. So get comfortable, there’s no room for shame or judgeme...
Aug 05, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 59
E58: Ever wished you could breeze through medical jargon, especially those complex cardiovascular health terms? Well, you're in luck! Our latest episode is your personal guide to decoding the language of heart health with a special focus on pronunciation. Beginning with a breakdown of the term 'cardiovascular', we take you, step by step, through complex words such as 'hypertension', 'cholesterol', and 'atherosclerosis'. By the end of this episode, you'll be able to engage confidently in conversa...
Jul 29, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 58
E56: Are you fed up with your mundane routine? Wondering if rearranging your furniture or fixing that garden wall could actually bring about an unexpected joy? Join us as we take you on a journey exploring the unanticipated pleasure of making minor changes in our everyday lives - edits that have the potential to create positivity, control, and even solve life's complex problems. We'll also delve into my own story of how I managed to conquer my dust-covered utensil issues and how I turned a stain...
Jul 22, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 56
E54: Ever found yourself entranced by the magnetic pull of a charming stranger, only to be left with a shattered heart? Join me as I bare my soul and recount a heartbreaking journey of love and loss that left me sifting through the fragments of my feelings. Discover how an email ended a relationship that once made my heart flutter, and as we explore the emotional labyrinth, you'll notice the use of many phrases that include the word 'heart'. 🧡 For English courses visit my website and check out ...
Jul 15, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 54
