The 90s: it is perhaps not the "best" decade, but maybe the last “shared” decade.Let’s talk about:monoculture, social media, streaming, the dead internet theory, and what happens when AI can make art that feels human.Comment your country + your opinion. 📱 Linespeak.app Try out the new app that will improve your speaking skills! A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the epi...
Feb 17, 2026•26 min
Description : AI isn’t just changing tools, it’s changing the entire job model. In this episode, I share why I think stable “one company for life” work is fading and why the future looks like everyone juggling multiple contracts, skills, and income streams. Then in the second half, shadow my English line by line. Question for you: do you think we’re headed toward a world of freelancers, or will traditional jobs survive? Make shadowing audio in 60 seconds: pera-pera.org/apps/shadowspace Automatic...
Feb 08, 2026•36 min
Episode description : I talk a little bit about New Years Resolutions, and my experience with diet and fasting. A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. Thi...
Jan 09, 2026•36 min
Episode Description: Make shadowing audio in 60 seconds: pera-pera.org/apps/shadowspace Automatic silence insertion between sentences. Perfect for language learning, coaching, and speaking drills. Free tier available. 🎵 A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then ...
Dec 25, 2025•16 min
Episode Description: A bit philosophical, but here I talk about the concept of "a place". Want more shadowing? Make your own shadowing audio in 60 seconds: Shadow Space Automatic silence insertion between sentences. Perfect for language learning, coaching, and speaking drills. A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that y...
Dec 02, 2025•17 min
Episode Description: In this episode, I talk about my recent experience with burnout. A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for lea...
Nov 22, 2025•19 min
A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of English, especially English as a Foreign Language (EFL) or English as a Secon...
Oct 30, 2025•7 min
👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of English, but anyone could enjoy it, depending on the topic and mutual inter...
Oct 14, 2025•7 min
A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. Episode Description: In this episode, I talk about the similarities and differences between American and Japanese weddings. 🌟 Stay Connected 📸 Instagram: ShadowEnglishPodcast 🕰️TikTok: Daily Vocab Shadowing 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platform : ▶️ YouTube 🎵 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts 📻 Amazon Music 📩 Contact Me : shadowenglishpodcast1@gmail.com...
Sep 22, 2025•14 min
A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of English, but anyone could enjoy it, depending on the topic and mutual interes...
Aug 27, 2025•10 min
👉 A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First, listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line by line, and leave pauses so you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then, it's recommended you listen to the episode again later to further improve your listening skills. This podcast is meant for learners of English, but anyone could enjoy it depending on the topic and mutual interest. 😊 Episode Descrip...
Aug 21, 2025•8 min
👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. In this version, listen to the shadowing first, then listen to the full-episode to check your listening comprehension and for review! Support Kevin by becoming a Patreon Member. Patreon.com/c/ShadowEnglishPodcast Episode Description: In this episode, I talk about "confirmation bias" 🌟 Stay Connected 📸 Instagram: ShadowEnglishPodcast 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platform : ▶️ YouTube 🎵 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts 📻 Amazon Music...
Aug 05, 2025•8 min
In this episode of Shadow English Podcast , we explore a fun and useful idea from Todd Beuckens , the creator of ELLLO.org , a popular website for English listening lessons. Todd shares his “4 Types of Students” theory, based on motivation. He says students are usually one of these: Player , Pupil , Participant , or Prisoner . Each type has different reasons for learning— Some love the subject, Some love being a good student, Some just enjoy the social time, And some… don’t want to be there at a...
Jul 13, 2025•11 min
👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of English, but anyone could enjoy it, depending on the topic and mutual inter...
Jun 29, 2025•9 min
In this episode,I talk about the dilemma of being consistent or changing up what I am doing. 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is mean...
Jun 16, 2025•8 min
Today's Shadow English Podcast episode dives into the world of **atoms**, sparked by a request from a listener! We'll explore some fun **facts** and maybe even touch on some basic **science**. Don't forget to drop your own topic requests in the comments below to shape future episodes, and expand your **knowledge** of any topics in English! 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break dow...
Jun 07, 2025•9 min
What do you think of the new format (Shadowing first, followed by listening segment?) Please let me know! Today, I am talking about the idea of dimensional immortality. Have you ever had such a thought? ------------ 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it ...
May 31, 2025•9 min
This is part two of Episode 78, in which we revisit Episode 10, which covered the topic of language learning and the difference between intensive and extensive reading and listening. That episode was packed with useful ideas — but also some challenging vocabulary! 😅Today, we’re breaking down the seven remaining difficult words to help you better understand the episode: 👉 proselytize 👉 advocate👉 interpretation👉 claim👉 ambiguity👉 sentiment 👉expectationListen to the first segment to hear th...
May 25, 2025•16 min
In this episode, we revisit Episode 10, which covered the topic of language learning and the difference between intensive and extensive reading and listening. That episode was packed with useful ideas — but also some challenging vocabulary! 😅So today, we’re breaking down six key words to help you better understand the episode:👉 cognizant of👉 tolerate👉 preach👉 legitimate👉 friction👉 sustainedListen to the first segment to hear the explanation, and then shadow along with me line by line in t...
May 15, 2025•18 min
First listen to the episode, then listen again and shadow in between lines.Today I talk about consistency. 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This p...
May 06, 2025•8 min
In this short episode, I’m sharing 3 of my favorite quotes about focus and success —including wisdom from Steve Jobs and a timeless Persian saying . 💡 Shadowing at 5:40. Whether you’re chasing goals, building habits, or just need a motivational boost, these quotes will remind you why focus beats talent , why saying “no” is key, and why shortcuts often lead to fragile success. 👉 Don’t forget to shadow this episode to improve your English speaking skills while getting inspired! If you enjoyed th...
Apr 22, 2025•16 min
Ryan Spring, Associate Professor at Tohoku University, talks about the importance of phrasal verbs (part 1).Not going to lie...this is an advanced lesson as the guest speaker speaks fast and uses higher level vocabulary at times. Still, this is a great episode to listen and shadow to try and get your speed and vocab up to native-like proficiency. It is challenging, but worth it if you put in the effort. And the conversation is quite interesting. My interview with Ryan was long so I will divide i...
Apr 16, 2025•37 min
Episode Description: As AI reshapes the job market, social media is turning all of us into influencers—willing or not—in a world where every post might just be a sales pitch. 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode ...
Mar 26, 2025•24 min
STOP Saying “You’re Welcome”! Try These Better Responses Are you still replying with “You’re welcome” every time someone says “Thank you”? It’s time to upgrade your English! In this episode, I share 16+ advanced ways to respond to “Thank you”—perfect for both casual and formal situations. Inspired by English with Lucy’s video, I also add my own thoughts, examples, and shadowing practice to help you sound more fluent and natural in real conversations. 📌 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Alternative responses...
Mar 17, 2025•36 min
I hate tipping. Tipping is weird. Listen and find out why I think so. 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of Engli...
Mar 04, 2025•18 min
There is this theory in language learning that context can help you understand the meaning of words you don't know. While this is true to a degree, in this episode, I talk about how context isn't always enough for comprehension. 👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I ...
Feb 26, 2025•24 min
👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of English, but anyone could enjoy it, depending on the topic and mutual inter...
Feb 19, 2025•14 min
Struggling with pronunciation, fluency, or remembering new words? Read Aloud App is here to help! This tool enhances your speaking rhythm, intonation, pronunciation, and grammar while expanding your active vocabulary.In this video, I’ll walk you through:✅ How to choose a language and script✅ How to self-transcribe and compare your accuracy✅ How to record and review your speech for improvement✅ Pro tips on using ChatGPT for personalized language practice💡 Did you know? Most people only use 20-30...
Feb 14, 2025•8 min
👉 A podcast that helps improve your English listening and speaking abilities.First, listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, where I break down the episode line by line, leaving pauses for you to shadow (echo/repeat) what I say. Finally, it’s recommended to listen to the episode again later to further enhance your listening skills. This podcast is designed for learners of English but can be enjoyed by anyone, depending on the topic and shared interests. 😊 🎙️ Episode Descr...
Feb 06, 2025•15 min
👉A podcast that helps your English listening and speaking abilities. First listen to the episode, and then listen to the second segment, in which I break down the episode, line-by-line, and leave pauses in between so that you have time to shadow (or echo/repeat) what I say. Then it is recommended you listen to the episode again at some point to further increase your listening skill. This podcast is meant for learners of English, but anyone could enjoy it, depending on the topic and mutual inter...
Jan 28, 2025•14 min
