In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase a shot in the arm. Now, when you say something is a shot in the arm, this is a good thing. When something is a shot in the arm, it means something happened that gave you a lot of energy and excitement to do something. The best example I can think of is this. If you are watching a soccer game or a football game, and if the team is down by two and if they score one, that can be a real shot in the arm, they are now excited and re...
Jun 03, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 54
✅ If you want help remembering new English vocabulary, Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner who will help you do just that. Use this link: https://preply.sjv.io/DWnO9y to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level! In this English lesson you'll learn common everyday English phrases that native English speakers use all the time! In this free English class, you'll lear...
Jun 02, 2026•10 min•Season 7Ep. 53
In this English lesson, I'll help you learn how the prefix un- changes the meaning of many English words by creating their opposites. You'll learn useful vocabulary pairs such as happy and unhappy, safe and unsafe, locked and unlocked, finished and unfinished, and many more. In this free English class, we'll explore how the prefix un- is used in everyday English. Through clear explanations, real-life examples, and lots of pictures, you'll learn how these opposite word pairs are used in conversat...
May 31, 2026•27 min•Season 7Ep. 52
In this English lesson I’ll help you learn how we use the phrase “before and after” when talking about change over time. We often use it when comparing an older photo with a newer one to show how a person, place, or thing has transformed. In this free English class you’ll learn vocabulary and phrases connected to change, improvement, progress, and transformation. In this English lesson we’ll talk about things like dandelions, home renovations, getting in shape, losing weight, restoring cars, cle...
May 24, 2026•22 min•Season 7Ep. 51
Read along to learn the English phrases TO BE IN FREE FALL and FREE AS A BIRD
May 20, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 50
In this English lesson you’ll learn words and phrases we use when talking about long weekends and extra days off from work or school. You’ll hear natural English expressions like long weekend, to have Friday off, to have Monday off, 4 day weekend, and personal days. These are phrases native speakers use all the time when talking about holidays, vacations, and schedules.
May 19, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 49
In this English lesson, you’ll learn useful everyday English vocabulary for all kinds of objects and things people often see but don’t always know the names for. We’ll look at practical words like circuit breaker, breaker panel, fuse box, air vent, garage door opener, gas cap, and QR code, along with outdoor items like rain barrel, trellis, birdbath, hanging basket, and fire pit. You’ll also learn the names of common objects people use at home, at school, in stores, and while traveling. We’ll co...
May 17, 2026•25 min•Season 7Ep. 48
In this English lesson I will answer as many questions from you, the viewer, as I can in about an hours time. During the lesson I'll respond live to your questions about the English language, my life, life in Canada, strategies for learning and more. I hope you enjoy this live English lesson!
May 16, 2026•1 hr 5 min•Season 7Ep. 47
In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase to sell yourself short. When you sell yourself short, it means you talk about yourself, not in a positive way about something. If I was to say to someone, you know, my English lessons on YouTube, they're not very good. They might say, hey, don't sell yourself short. Your lessons are actually really good. If you're going to apply for a job, you might say to someone, I don't think I'll get the job because I'm not very good at th...
May 13, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 46
✅ If you want help remembering new English vocabulary, Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner who will help you do just that. Use this link: https://preply.sjv.io/enNA3Z to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level! In this English lesson, I’ll help you learn 6 powerful techniques for remembering new English vocabulary so the words you study actually stick in your min...
May 12, 2026•8 min•Season 7Ep. 45
In this English lesson, I'll help you learn fascinating words used to describe patterns, shapes, and designs all around us. You’ll learn vocabulary like spiral, vortex, zigzag, ripple, lattice, symmetry, and many more. These are words native English speakers use when talking about nature, art, architecture, science, and everyday objects. Throughout the English class, I’ll explain each word with simple examples and clear definitions so you can understand how they’re used in real conversations. We...
May 10, 2026•21 min•Season 7Ep. 44
Read along to learn the English phrases A WARM BODY and BODY LANGUAGE In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase a warm body. This is a phrase we use to talk about someone at work or at a place of work that doesn't do a whole lot and doesn't actually need a lot of skills to do their job. Sometimes you'll hear this. We need someone to sit at the door of the building and say hi to people when they walk in. We just need a warm body. Basically what you're saying is you don...
May 06, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 43
In this English lesson, I'll help you learn how to give opinions where you rate things. You'll explore simple and useful phrases like “How would you rate it?”, along with common ways people score things using thumbs up, stars, and scales out of ten. If you’ve ever wanted to sound more natural when talking about movies, restaurants, or games, this lesson will help you do just that. We’ll also look at the classic grading system from A+ to F (there’s no “E”!), plus how native speakers describe some...
May 05, 2026•6 min•Season 7Ep. 42
Hey everyone! In this lesson, I’ll help you learn some useful words and phrases we use to talk about people who are rich and famous. We’ll look at common vocabulary like celebrity, affluent, and in the limelight, and I’ll share some simple examples so you can start using them right away. If you’ve ever wanted to describe well-known people, their lifestyles, or how they’re influential, this lesson will help you sound more natural and confident when you speak English. I hope you enjoy the lesson! ...
May 03, 2026•21 min•Season 7Ep. 41
Read along to learn the English phrases YOU'RE GETTING WARMER! and BENCHWARMER In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase, you're getting warmer. This is a phrase we use when someone is almost right. When someone is guessing something and they are almost coming up with the right answer. If I said to Jen, I bought something today and it's really cool, and if she says, did you buy fresh made chocolate chip cookies from the bakery? And if I had bought something from the b...
Apr 29, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 40
In this English lesson, I will help you answer this question: Why are you learning English? In this free English class, I’ll give you clear, practical example sentences you can use to explain your reason for learning English. Whether you want to travel, get a better job, make new friends, or just enjoy movies and music, you’ll learn to explain clearly why you're learning the English language. Your mission: Watch the lesson, pick a sentence that fits you, and leave a comment telling us why you ar...
Apr 27, 2026•7 min•Season 7Ep. 39
In this English lesson I will help you learn English words and phrases that we use to talk about things we find in the wild. The phrase "in the wild" means in its natural environment. You can see a wild animal at the zoo, or you can see it in the wild. You can see a tropical plant in a greenhouse, or you can see it growing in the wild if you visit the country it is from. This will be the Spring Edition of In the Wild! I'll help you learn all the words and phrases we use to describe the things we...
Apr 26, 2026•18 min•Season 7Ep. 38
Read along to learn the English phrases THE GRASS IS ALWAYS GREENER and GRASSROOTS MOVEMENT In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase the grass is always greener. And, I do have to apologize. I've probably taught this phrase before. It's a pretty common one. It's a shorter version of a longer phrase, the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. And it refers to when people look at what their neighbors have or what other people have, sometimes they're je...
Apr 22, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 37
In this English lesson, I’ll help you learn how to talk about those days when life just feels… a little too full. If you’re like me, you probably have times when everything feels busy, rushed, or even a bit chaotic. In this lesson, we’ll go through useful English words like hectic, frenetic, frantic, and overwhelming, and I’ll explain each one with simple definitions and real-life examples so you can start using them right away. I’ll also help you understand the small differences between these w...
Apr 21, 2026•7 min•Season 7Ep. 36
In this English lesson, I’ll help you learn to talk about anything new with confidence. I'll teach everyday English words like brand new, fresh, recent, and current, then level things up with expressions like modern, cutting-edge, state-of-the-art, and high-tech. In this free English class you’ll learn how to describe something as the latest, up-to-date, or even just out, and how to talk about products that are newly released, recently launched, or just arrived. I'll also cover how to describe c...
Apr 19, 2026•21 min•Season 7Ep. 35
Read along to learn the English phrases LOST FOR WORDS and AT A LOSS. In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase lost for words. When you're lost for words, it means you don't know what to say in a certain situation. Maybe a friend has just shared some news with you about how they're doing. Maybe they're not healthy right now. Maybe they've been in the hospital and it's very, very serious and they're not sure when they're going to get better. You might be lost for word...
Apr 15, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 34
✅ Preply is a great way to find an English conversation partner. Find the perfect tutor to help you make real progress on your English learning journey! Use this link: https://preply.sjv.io/GbDeg2 to get 50% off your first lesson or use code BOB50 at checkout. In my experience Preply is a great way to take your language learning to the next level! In this English lesson, we’re heading to the food court, one of the best places to hear real, everyday English in action. In this lesson I'll help you...
Apr 14, 2026•11 min•Season 7Ep. 33
In this English lesson, I’ll help you learn useful words and phrases about junk and garbage. We’ll explore how native speakers use these words in everyday life, from talking about junk food and junk mail to describing something as complete junk. You’ll also learn a wide range of related vocabulary, including words like trash, rubbish, and waste, along with more specific terms like e-waste, scraps, and litter. We’ll look at places and systems connected to waste, such as landfills, recycling centr...
Apr 12, 2026•24 min•Season 7Ep. 32
Read along to learn the English phrases FROZEN IN TIME and TO DO TIME. In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase frozen in time. When we say something or someone is frozen in time, it means they don't change as time goes by. A great example of this would be people like me who buy clothing 20 years ago and continue wearing it, and then it might appear as if I'm frozen in time. Now, I did buy some new shirts a year ago, so maybe this isn't exactly true, but I do know th...
Apr 08, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 31
In this lesson, I'll help you learn the following words: stopgap, makeshift, placeholder, and filler. I'll do this in a tongue-in-cheek kind of way, as the lesson itself could be called filler, but is actually a real lesson. Thanks for watching!
Apr 07, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 30
In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases that you can use when talking about hospitals and health care. Recently I was admitted to hospital, but all is well now. While I was there I made sure to look around and write down all the vocabulary I could teach in an English lesson for you once I felt better. In this English lesson I'll help you learn words and phrases like: patient, hospital, emergency room (ER), waiting room, to examine, to diagnose, hospital gown, intravenous (IV), oper...
Apr 05, 2026•21 min•Season 7Ep. 29
In this English lesson, I’ll teach you 25 practical adjectives you can use to describe cars and transportation. These are the kinds of words native speakers naturally use when talking about vehicles, driving, and getting around. You’ll explore adjectives like fast, reliable, fuel efficient, spacious, powerful, compact, used, dependable, outdated, safe, brand new, and more, with simple example sentences to help you understand how they’re used in real conversations. This lesson is great for Englis...
Mar 22, 2026•26 min•Season 7Ep. 28
Read along to learn the English phrases A BLAST FROM THE PAST and TO HAVE BLAST. In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase a blast from the past. When we say something is a blast from the past, we're talking about something that reminds us of something that happened a long time ago. The best example of a blast from the past for me would be hearing a song on the radio from the late 80s, because that's when I was in high school. If I heard a song from the late 80s, from...
Mar 19, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 27
In this English lesson, you’ll learn more than 25 useful adjectives for describing clothing and fashion. These are the kinds of words native English speakers use when talking about outfits, personal style, and what people are wearing. We’ll explore adjectives such as casual, formal, stylish, trendy, loose, tight, baggy, and comfortable, along with many others. I’ll also give clear example sentences so you can see how each word is used in everyday conversation. This lesson is great for English le...
Mar 15, 2026•25 min•Season 7Ep. 26
Read along to practice your English and to learn the English phrases "to catch a break" and "if you catch my drift" TRANSCRIPT: In this English lesson, I wanted to help you learn the English phrase to catch a break. When you catch a break, it means something has gone your way. Let's imagine that you're trying to buy tickets for an Ed Sheeran concert, and you know that the tickets are gonna sell out really quick. But then you catch a break because your cousin calls you and says, hey, I got, six t...
Mar 11, 2026•4 min•Season 7Ep. 25
