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RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

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Welcome to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We’ve been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components: Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World Mastery: How to become a confident Global Citizen In this podcast, you will listen to fun and dynamic English conversations with me and other experienced fluency coaches. These lessons are designed to help you become a confident, natural English speaker AND Global Citizen. You will learn: - The vocabulary, phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang that you ACTUALLY need to know - How to understand fast-spoken English from various native and advanced non-native fluency coaches - Native pronunciation and Connected Speech (How natives reduce, cut and connect the sounds) And so much more! By the way, to get the best experience with our podcast, we highly recommend you listen to it on the RealLife English App. With every episode you get a full, interactive transcript and vocabulary definitions. That way, you won’t miss a single thing! Just search for RealLife English in your favorite app store. Subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a single new episode. Aww yeah! Download the App: https://reallifeglobal.com/app/

Episodes

96 - Kickass Habits and British Accents

In this episode you RealLife radio you are going to discover how important is to have a strong purpose for your English learning journey, and how to get motivated to do that. We are joined with our special guest Jack Askew who will motivate us with today’s killer quote, open our eyes to his teaching and learning methodology, and help us with our pronunciation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Mar 19, 201538 min

95 - The Power of Knowing WHY You're Learning

Do you want to learn English with a NINJA? Well, today you are going to do just that. We have Kevin Conwell (a.k.a the Ninja English teacher) to help you guys with you journey to English fluency. Learn about all the lessons Kevin learned from his language learning adventures, and discover the power of finding purpose to why you are learning English in the first place. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Mar 12, 201532 min

94 - American Sports Metaphors

Today our plan for you is to give you an opportunity to hit your English out of the par k [ definition in episode ]. In this episode of RealLife radio you are going to learn all about baseball, pick up tons of new expressions, get inspired by another kick ass quote, and you might even get to third base [ listen to episode to understand joke ]. See Show Notes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Mar 05, 201536 min

93 - Wordplay with Names and The Big Bang Theory

It would be a good idea to go to “the John” before listening to this podcast. Did you know that “the John” is another name for bathroom? In the English language there are many expressions based around people’s names, and today you are going to learn a lot of them! You will also get a great vocabulary lesson from the TV series The Big Bang Theory, and an awesome quote to get you really motivated. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Feb 26, 201536 min

92 - How to Learn English Without Classes

Do you think you are lazy when it comes to studying English? Well, let us introduce you to Olly Richards, an English polyglot who has taught himself 7 languages. In this episode you are going to discover how Olly managed to learn all of these language despite his busy schedule, and being a lazy language learning student. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Feb 19, 201535 min

91 - How to Think Like a Fluent English Speaker

Are you ready to start THINKING like a successful English learner? In this episode you are going to learn all about how having the right mindset can immediately make you a more successful language learner, and also help you become a better learner in life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Feb 12, 201535 min

90 - Maximize Your Fluency with Power Idioms

Start making your English more powerful by using figurative expressions! In this episode Max explains how using idioms in spoken English can really help you connect more to people and sound a lot more fluent. Also, we will be testing our newest section, Killer Quotes! Learn popular expressions and get improve your pronunciation with clips from movies and TV series. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Feb 05, 201535 min

89 - Max's Journey of Determination

Listen to the story of our good friend, Max from Argentina, and how he became a fluency English speaker despite all of the challenges he faced. You will also learn about the power of having someone holding you accountable for your learning and how the pronunciation of words can change when using the possessive S. Check the noted below before listening to MAXimize your comprehension. Aww Yeah! - CLICK HERE t see shownotes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realli...

Jan 29, 201533 min

88 - West African English, Football, and Azonto Dancing

One of the amazing things about the English language is the fact that it gives people the opportunity to share their culture with people from all over the world. In today’s episode we have a very special guest, Richard from Ghana to teach us all a little about his country and culture. Learn a lot of new words and expressions, practice your listening comprehension with his West African accent, and learn how to dance Azonto! Show notes: http://www.reallifeglobal.com/ghana --- Send in a voice messa...

Jan 22, 201530 min

87 - Fluency Interview and the Schwa Sound

With the help of our special guest, self-taught English learner Rob Dog from Sao Paulo Brazil, we have a theory packed episode that will blow your mind (impress you a lot) . Make sure you read through all the show notes below to fully prepare for the episode and if you want to take your English to the next level, join the fluency circle and get access to the RealLife Radio power lessons! CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE POWER LESSON --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/re...

Jan 15, 201533 min

86 - New York English & The Qu'ran (with Special Guest)

Do you consider yourself a NASTY English learner? No, I don’t mean nasty meaning someone who is mean to others. I mean nasty like a boss, a baller, someone who’s English is off the hook. If you don’t know what I am talking about then you have to check out this episode of RealLife radio with our special guest, Bilal from New Jersey. Aww yeah! See show notes here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Jan 03, 201535 min

85 - Breaking the Law

Have you ever had a run in with the law? Maybe you have unfortunately been a victim of a crime. Either way, in this episode of RealLife Radio you are going to get a whole lot of great information related to the law, different crimes, and punishments. See show notes here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Dec 31, 201431 min

84 - How to Revolutionize Your English with Podcasts

Get ready to start revolutionizing the way you study English! With this episode we are going to give you the RealLife Radio Power Lesson so you can start taking your English fluency to the next level. Get amazing insight into English pronunciation while learning tons of new expressions, slang, and phrasal verbs in these innovative lessons. Download Power Lesson Here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Dec 25, 201434 min

83 - The Power of Body Lanuage

Do you ever find yourself hunching over or sitting with your arms crossed? These forms of body language can really affect your verbal communication as well. In this episode you are going to get a lot of useful new vocabulary, including phrasal verbs and slang, all related to improving your body language. Also discover the difference between STUFF and THINGS and remember to participate in the weekly challenge. Aww Yeah! See Shownotes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...

Dec 18, 201432 min

82 - Public Speaking and Presentations

Have you ever had to speak in public? Did you nearly pee your pants? In this episode of RealLife Radio you’re going to get some great advice about preparing to speak in public, learn some really common aspects of connected speech, and improve your pronunciation and comprehension with Eminem! See more info and get the show notes here...

Dec 11, 201432 min

81 - Happy Holidays

The end of the year is near which means it’s time for a lot of parties, food, and family. This is a great time to stop and smell the roses (take time to appreciate things) and be grateful for all you have. In this episode we explore all the different holidays that happen at the end of the year, teach you about some common native pronunciation that confuses most learners, and get some inspiration from basketball legend, Michael Jordan. Enjoy! See Show Notes : http://www.reallifeglobal.com/happy_h...

Dec 04, 201433 min

80 - Success and the City

Are you more of a city slicker, or a country hick? Either way I'm sure you can see the good side and bad side of both lifestyles. In this episode we are going to explore all the aspects of living in a big city from traffic to work. Also, learn about one woman's 10 hour walk through New York city, and we explain the difference between the words city, town, and village. See shownotes here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Nov 27, 201431 min

79 - How to Be Tough in English

You have to be really tough if you want to learn a language and becoming truly fluent in it. Luckily for you this episode is going help you become as tough as nails (see meaning in shownotes) . In this episode you will greatly extend your English vocabulary, hear about a rugby fan who has balls of steal (hear meaning in episode) and learn all the different ways of using the word check. Aww yeah!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Nov 20, 201431 min

78 - How to talk about Hair

Getting your hair cut in a second language can be a very difficult and even scary thing to do. You don’t want to mess up your style with a bad haircut. In this episode you are going to: learn lots of vocabulary related to getting your hair cut learn the difference between appointment, commitment, meeting, and plans learn why you should not ask someone to marry you in a boat. Click to see all the vocabulary in the show notes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rea...

Nov 13, 201433 min

77 - The Big Move

Have you made any big moves in your life recently? We are about to make some big moves with RealLife English and have based this episode of RealLife Radio all about that. Also in this episode you are going to learn all about Apollos Hestor’s great speech for a local news station that went viral on YouTube. We’ve even made it into a FREE RealLife power lesson for all of you who haven’t joined the fluency circle yet. Click here to see the sample power lesson --- Send in a voice message: https://po...

Nov 06, 201431 min

76 - How to Not Offend People in English

Have you ever offended somebody when speaking English purely because you were unfamiliar with their culture? In this episode you are going to learn about being more politically correct when speaking English and how to avoid using the wrong words when talking about “touchy” subjects. Also, hear about an Australian pig that got drunk and started a fight with a cow. Do you want to get MORE from RealLife Radio? Join the Fluency Circle and you will recieve the RealLife Radio Power Lessons EVERY WEEK!...

Oct 31, 201433 min

Bodily Functions and Sounds

Describing sounds can be a very difficult thing to do, especially in another language. In this episode of RealLife Radio you are going to learn the names of the most common, and sometimes most unpleasant, body noises and bodily functions. Also, you’ll hear the story of the creepy homeless pickup artist, and the difference between recommend and suggest. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Oct 23, 201433 min

74 - Aussie English

In this episode we are going to be focusing on all things Australia. You are going to get some insight about the history of the Australian accent, get some examples from some stereotypical Australian stars, and learn why it’s really important to know what the word “dunny” means if you happen to be travelling to the land down under (Australia). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Oct 16, 201431 min

73 - How to be Successful at Anything

Do you consider yourself a motivated English learner? Do you believe you are studying English for the right reasons? In this this episode we are going to inspire you to think about your reasons for speaking English and discover how having a strong “why” will really excel your English fluency without you even noticing. Aww Yeah!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Oct 09, 201433 min

72 - Extreme Emotions: From Sad to Happy

Are you ready to laugh, to cry, and more importantly learn a lot of new English words and expressions? In this episode we are going to take you through an emotional learning experience describing and different emotional states, starting from the bottom of the barrel and finishing on top of the world! See show notes at: reallifeglobal.com/emotions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Oct 02, 201433 min

71 - Proverbs & Disney Characters Gone Wild

Proverbs are often defined as "short expressions of popular wisdom." How many do you know, and are they a part of your everyday vocabulary? In this episode of RealLife TV you are going to learn lots of new proverbs that are commonly used in amongst native speakers, discover why Mickey Mouse and Sponge Bob have been bad cartoon characters, and discover the difference between strange, weird, and other similar words. Aww Yeah!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/re...

Sep 25, 201435 min

70 - It's Cool to be Kind

Have you been kind to a random stranger today? In this episode of RealLife Radio you are going to learn a whole lot of vocabulary related to being kind and generosity, learn about Leon Logothetis and his journey around the world totally reliant on other people's kindness, and listen to us answer a really good question from a RealLife Radio member, Rawda from Egypt. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Sep 18, 201431 min

69 - Transportation, Travel, and Phrasal Verbs

Have you been having problems with speeding drivers in your neighborhood? Well, in this episode of RealLife radio you are going to discover how a clever granny [grandmother] managed to find an "appealing" solution. Also, a ton of new vocabulary, including phrasal verbs, slang expressions, and colloquialisms. Aww Yeah!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Sep 12, 201434 min

68 - Trust, Dishonesty, and the Ice Bucket Challenge

Would you consider yourself a trustworthy person? Or, are you a bit shady? In this episode of RealLife Radio you are going really extend your vocabulary with tons of new expressions and general vocabualry all related to trust. Also, we talk about the ice bucket challenge craze, and answer a question which is a common mistake for many English learners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Sep 04, 201431 min

67 - Accidents, Knives, and Nails

Accidents happen to everyone, but learning a crapload of English in this podcast is by no means an accident! Expand your vocabulary, English comprehension, and even your pronunciation with this action packed episode of RealLife Radio. From knives falling from balconies to burning your leg with cup noodles, this is an episode you don't want to miss! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message...

Aug 28, 201434 min
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