In this episode, Teacher Zdenek (an English teacher from the Czech Republic) and I answer other English teachers' questions about getting started in the online teaching world and developing your own online teaching business. In this episode, we talk about finding a niche, overcoming issues that non-native English teachers face online in the industry, and how to get started and grow successfully on YouTube! Zdenek kind of sat back a bit for this episode as we talked mostly about YouTube, but...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Special guest Stew Sensei (an English teacher from the UK who is living in Japan) and I discuss your most controversial language learning opinions as well as some (pretty bad ones!) that I have come across online. We also talk about some language learning myths and play devil's advocate a bit with some of your opinions to make it REALLY interesting. GO AND FOLLOW STEW SENSEI! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stew.sensei.english Webpage: https://beacons.ai/stewsensei Looking for clear st...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 29
This episode is a free audio version of the difficult sound combination sentences from my YouTube video "How to Learn British English Pronunciation - Shadowing Exercise // LEVEL: ADVANCED". WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/-Lf2E_tsuCM Remember to check out my YouTube channel for more British English pronunciation videos! Also, as a side note, the quality of the audio isn't the best here as I was using a different microphone, so please excuse the change in audio quality throu...
Sep 02, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode I answer your Q&A questions about living and working in Spain. What's it like being an English teacher here in Spain? How am I getting permanent residency here in Spain as a Brit after Brexit? I answer these questions in this episode! Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode contain...
Sep 02, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode I talk about some cultural differences between the UK and Spain. I talk about how life is different for me now here, if I'm happier here, why I moved here, and so much more. I answer all your questions on this episode! Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believ...
Aug 11, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode I teach you some español! I answer all your questions about weather, food, language, and culture here in Spain (more specifically, Barcelona). Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general....
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 54 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode I share a little update on life and some weird things happening before actually talking about motivation in language learning. I talk about how to stay motivated as well as how to find your motivation again when you've lost it. Looking for clear structure and guidance to help you work towards your pronunciation goals? Join Pronunciation Pro! MORE INFO: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode contains swearing....
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 24
I answer ALLLL of your personal questions, from my teaching life, work life, why I vanished off social media for half a year, my partner, my new life in Spain, and so much more. **DISCOUNT FOR THE PRONUNCIATION PRO MEMBERSHIP SITE** Use code "HAPPYBIRTHDAY" for a 15% discount to celebrate me turning 30! Whoop! :) Join here: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important p...
Jul 04, 2022•1 hr 59 min•Season 1Ep. 23
I take you from the very beginning of my teaching career, back when I was 16 years old, all the way through to the present day. I talk about what I studied, my experiences, companies I've worked for, and why I started teaching on social media and online. **DISCOUNT FOR THE PRONUNCIATION PRO MEMBERSHIP SITE** Use code "BRISTOL15" for a 15% discount. Join here: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/courses/britishenglishpronunciationcourse WARNING: This episode contains swearing...
May 25, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Today we're going to talk about British pub culture. What should and shouldn't you do in a British pub? What's a round? What does the bell ringing mean? You'll find out in this episode. Bottom's up!! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with ...
May 11, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 21
So we all know the typical idioms, right? Piece of cake... once in a blue moon... etc. But do you know the more vulgar ones? The ones that native speakers ACTUALLY use daily? I bet you don't! In this episode you'll learn 10 new idioms with swear words. Definitely don't listen if swear words offend you! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't th...
Apr 27, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
I asked you all to send me some interesting things about your cultures and I compare them to the culture(s) in the UK to see how similar/different we all are! This is part 2 of 2. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma" and "Pronunciation with Emma&...
Apr 13, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 19
I asked you all to send me your culture related questions for me to answer. This is part 1 of 2. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma" and "Pronunciation with Emma". You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter at "...
Mar 30, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 18
I am back!! In this episode I talk about where I've been these past few months, some updates on things, and my potentially controversial opinions about other online English teachers and the English Teaching industry as a whole. Come and fight me! Well... actually... maybe not too much as I'm still not mentally recovered from my burnout and everything... But do feel free to email/DM me about your thoughts! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important pa...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode I talk about ways to learn English (or any language) from the very beginning. I talk about it from the perspective of a language learner as well as a language teacher and give you tips on how to improve your English. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastinati...
Dec 03, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode I talk about a few controversial topics in the English Teaching world... why do English learners suck at learning English? Who's to blame for it? And how can we fix it? WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma" and "Pronunciation ...
Nov 19, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Weeeeeeuuuu...... BOOM!!! It's bonfire night here in the UK, otherwise known as Guy Fawkes Night. It's an event which happens in the UK every 5th November that not many people around the world know about. Are you ready to learn about this popular UK cultural event which also has a famous poem about it (that we all learn in school)? Then have a listen! //LINK TO THE ARTICLE https://www.history.co.uk/article/history-of-bonfire-night Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "P...
Nov 05, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Video games are quite possibly my favourite way to learn languages. In this episode, I share my favourite game recommendations for learning English that will help you improve ALL areas of your language skills, including your speaking skills and how to find people to talk to and game with online. //JOIN MY DISCORD https://discord.gg/aydkb4z Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma" and "Pronunciation with Emma". You can also follow me on Insta...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode I share 8 tips and a little story about my own pronunciation journey with learning Spanish and Japanese. All these tips are things that I have personally done so *I KNOW* they work! They worked for me, and I hope they work for you too. // DOWNLOAD ELSA FOR FREE (7 day trial) http://bit.ly/ELSAxEmma // GET THE EXCLUSE ELSA OFFER OF 30% (YEARLY S) AND 80% (LIFETIME SUBSCRIPTION) https://elsaspeak.com/inf/pronunciationwithemma/ If the links don't work then head to https://www.p...
Oct 08, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 12
This is the most important podcast episode I think you will ever listen to in your life. I mean it. If you think English is difficult, let me share a secret I have with you that will get you speaking English confidently ASAP. It takes just a TINY bit of work, but it will have life changing effects for the rest of your life! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn&ap...
Sep 24, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 11
If you think that we only eat fish and chips and roast dinners here, then you're WRONG!! Today we're talking about FOOD! I share some typical British food (though I focus mostly on English food) and snacks that you need to try. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrast...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode I share some cities and towns that I recommend you visit that are NOT LONDON. London is expensive, and if you want a proper feel and experience of the UK, I highly recommend you check out the cities and town in this episode. All the opinions are my own, so don't take it as "THESE ARE THE BEST PLACES AND EVERYWHERE ELSE SUCKS". No. They're just places I recommend and that I personally like! If you are also thinking of studying in the UK, then this will also be ...
Aug 27, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode I share a lot of mistakes I've made (and observed) while being an English teacher, especially at the start of my English teaching career. I also share some stories of a few troublesome students who were quite racist, sexist, and...generally unpleasant... to teach. All in the hopes of showing you that the wonderful world of teaching isn't all sunshine and rainbows. :) WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning...
Aug 13, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This episode covers the pronunciation differences between swearwords and "innocent" words in English. After this lesson, you'll never tell someone that you left a $h1t on the bed, ever again!! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma". You c...
Jul 30, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This episode answers your questions about what it was like growing up in the UK, the education system I experienced here, bullying, where I went on holiday as a kid, and so on. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma". You can also follow me on Instagram,...
Jul 16, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This episode is for my fellow teachers! In this episode we're going to delve into a topic which I get asked about A LOT! How did I turn from a depressed and shy girl who used to look at YouTube teachers with absolute envy while I wiped arses for a living in a care home... to starting my own online English teaching business, working only for myself, and growing a social media presence in order to help English learners around the world for free while I pay my bills and don't worry about ...
Jul 03, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode I talk you through laziness, motivation, and how to create the absolute best study plan for yourself! WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastination with Emma". You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter at "Pronunciation with...
Jun 18, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
I answer your questions about politeness, culture, and etiquette in England (and the UK in general). I also talk you through 16 of the top things you SHOULD NEVER DO in England, unless you want to be really rude, as well as some useful phrases to use if you ever meet a Brit. Do remember that politeness is a cultural thing, and what's polite in one culture may be rude in another. Politeness also differs across the UK, but I have tried to stick to some general "rules" in this episod...
Jun 04, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This week I talk about some creepy (potentially) paranormal things that have happened to me throughout my 28 years on this planet. Some of these stories just CAN'T be explained. I also talk about 2 of my absolute deepest fears. WARNING: This episode contains swearing. I believe swearing to be an important part of language learning, and language in general. If you don't like it, then this isn't the podcast for you. Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube at "Procrastinati...
May 21, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 2
I have searched the world, far and wide, to bring you all of the "top tips" on how to sound like a native English speaker. Why should you sound like a native English speaker? How does a native English speaker sound? Should you listen to teachers who tell you to sound like a native English speaker? Well, my fellow procrastinators, we're going to have a little chat about all of these in this episode. I'm sure it'll change your entire perspective on the topic. WARNING: This...
May 06, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 1
