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A podcast that teaches you real English in a natural and interesting way (for intermediate and advanced ESL learners).
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- 176 - 175. Talking about nothing 18
I saved you a seat in the middle of nowhere. Come thru and get comfortable.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Greetings
1:07 Shoe shopping
6:54 I need your help
8:18 Manchester Untied secures Champions League football
11:37 Nasty motorcycle accident
22:27 Rude service workers
34:42 People who hover in your space
44:36 In defense of the slacker
56:42 Invincible (Amazon) & Beef (Netflix)
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Mon, 04 May 2026 - 1h 05min - 175 - 174. This Mistake Is Ruining Your Conversations
There’s one simple thing we’re all guilty of doing to people, and it’s ruining our conversations. It causes people to dislike us, lose respect for us, and ultimately avoid talking to us altogether. I’m back with another episode about conversation skills, my friends. Have a listen and see if you identify with this topic.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Catching flies
1:31 An easy way to become less likable
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@bless.speaks/video/7613439855913110806?_r=1&_t=ZT-959rt3RiW5e
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Mon, 27 Apr 2026 - 13min - 174 - 173. Talking About Nothing 17
There’s this cool place called Nowhere, and I think we should go there.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:58 Motorcycle riders course
8:41 Lessons learned (reaffirmed)
31:46 Be the initiator
48:46 How ‘bout them Red Devils!?
55:15 Tattoos
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Tue, 21 Apr 2026 - 1h 11min - 173 - 172. Conversation Skills with Matheus Cortêz
My good friend Matheus has returned to the podcast yet again, y'all. Today's episode comes from a chat we had about the reason it's so easy for us to make conversation with each other. Unfortunately, we had some technical difficulties and lost the second half of this chat, but there's still some good food for thought in this clip!
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Sat, 11 Apr 2026 - 1h 03min - 172 - 171. Don't Rush The Harvest
Life happens in seasons, and it’s vital that you know what season you’re in.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:09 Explaining the metaphor
3:33 How does this affect your life?
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjK9bX2m/
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Mon, 06 Apr 2026 - 11min - 171 - 170. Crazy Reddit Stories 6
It’s been a while since we’ve heard some crazy stories from the Reddit community. So in this episode, we’ll take a look at 3 stories that go from crazy and comical to straight up hard to believe.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:32 Story 1 — Guy avoids felony charge
5:33 Story 1 — Explanations
27:40 Story 2 — Lifeguard saves a stranger’s life
33:32 Story 2 — Explanations
52:37 Story 3 — Prison nurse sews a man’s Johnson back together
55:05 Story 3 — Explanations
Link to the Reddit thread used in this episode 👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/ala33m/what_crazy_ass_story_do_you_need_to_tell/
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Thu, 02 Apr 2026 - 1h 10min - 170 - 169. “I Thought You Were A White Man”
For some people, the idea that the way you talk is largely determined by the color of your skin is a bit strange. But in the U.S., talking ‘like a black person’ or ‘like a white person’ is an idea that’s deeply ingrained in our culture. This episode is a short story that illustrates the idea and gives you a bit of context to help you understand it.
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Fri, 27 Mar 2026 - 15min - 169 - 168. Thoughts on Traveling Alone
Influencers make it seem like it’s the most fun and liberating thing a person can do, but is it really all it’s cracked up to be? In this episode, I talk about some of the pros and cons of traveling the world alone.
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Timestamps:
0:00 I don’t know why people do this
0:23 Topic intro
2:00 The pros of traveling alone
12:38 The cons of traveling alone
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr3USRC5/
The Before Trilogy (The Stranger on a Train Phenomenon) 👉 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Before_trilogy
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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 - 20min - 168 - 167. Talking About Nothing 16
It’s been a while since I’ve taken you nowhere. So pack your bags… we’re going on a little trip.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Where ya been, Tony!?
6:10 Does being introverted cause me to miss out?
24:34 Not all friends are forever
39:06 I see two wheels in my future
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Fri, 13 Mar 2026 - 58min - 167 - 166. Stay In The Pocket
When we’re in the heat of the moment, taking heavy damage from our opponent, our instincts tell us to run away to safety… but what’s life without a little bit of danger?
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Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr3aGC2q/
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Mon, 12 Jan 2026 - 9min - 166 - 165. Who Can I Trust?
Trust is an interesting thing… it’s something that we all understand intuitively, but perhaps don’t ever stop to think about on a philosophical level. But the people you trust and the reason you trust them will often determine the trajectory of your life.
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Mon, 05 Jan 2026 - 13min - 165 - 164. The Cost of Corrections
Being right isn’t free. Correcting people almost always has a social and relational cost, even when you’re objectively correct.
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Timestamps:
0:00 The Cost of Corrections
1:06 Corrections and where they stem from
6:59 The ‘Is it worth it?’ Filter
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTrKKJojx/
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Mon, 29 Dec 2025 - 9min - 164 - 163. How Do I Become More Disciplined?
Our problem isn’t that we’re incapable of becoming disciplined. And it’s not even that becoming disciplined is difficult. — The problem is that we often discipline ourselves to do the wrong things.
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Timestamps:
0:00 What is discipline?
0:39 My thoughts
4:47 A short story
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr888Yyv/
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Sun, 21 Dec 2025 - 9min - 163 - 162. Talking About Nothing 15
Going on a 3-month trip to an undisclosed location… enjoy the ride.
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Timestamps:
0:00 ¡No me tomen por farsante!
1:57 Important updates
6:43 Champions league final
13:15 Should a player remain ‘loyal’ to his club?
23:00 AI video is getting good
38:56 How will AI affect English learning/teaching?
47:49 Globalization is a double-edged sword
53:53 Learning English will change your life
59:34 Globalization is destroying cultural identity
1:06:11 Hip Hop has taken over the world
1:11:18 No more personality
1:14:50 I’ll be back!
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Mon, 21 Jul 2025 - 1h 16min - 162 - 161. Americans Are Drowning In Debt
The United States of America is known as one of the richest countries in the world, but you might be surprised to know that millions of people here are actually struggling to survive. In this episode, we’re going to talk about the reason(s).
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Timestamps:
0:00 Americans are drowning in debt
0:45 Main sources of debt
1:33 Student loans
32:04 Car loans
50:52 Credit cards
1:04:04 Final thoughts
Links to the videos used in this episode 👇
Student loans: https://www.tiktok.com/@nurseamaiya/video/7462874821622287646?_r=1&_t=ZT-8w6joHluchP
Car loans: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjAp64WE/
Credit cards: https://www.tiktok.com/@debtfreewithesperanza/video/7482855209429978398?_r=1&_t=ZT-8w763MRzldu
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Thu, 10 Jul 2025 - 1h 11min - 161 - 160. How to Handle 'Awkward Silence'
Many of us interpret this silence as an indication that something is wrong; we’re boring, they’re boring, someone’s uncomfortable, there’s nothing else to talk about, etc. But the reality is that silence can not only be pleasurable, but also a useful tool when making conversation with people, especially ones you don’t know very well. So in this episode, I’m gonna teach you to think about and use silence in a more productive way so you can have better conversations with anyone you meet.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:27 How to handle awkward silence
17:44 Why is silence so shameful?
21:14 See silence in a new light
26:34 Use silence to your advantage
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@young.and.disciplinedynd/video/7415736964780969246?_r=1&_t=8r7lJxjWyA
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Mon, 30 Jun 2025 - 32min - 160 - 159. How to Make (Better) Small Talk
Introverts hate it… extroverts need it… and so many of us don’t know how to do it properly. So in this episode, I’m going to share a simple technique for making small talk, and the mindset you need in order to apply this technique correctly.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:41 How to make (better) small talk
1:54 The problem
3:14 The solution
4:08 Asking open-ended questions
11:00 Reflecting and adding
17:23 Why this technique works
19:05 Common mistakes to avoid
21:57 How to start practicing
23:54 A personal anecdote
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingwithyasir/video/7403802692566469893?_r=1&_t=8r7ELYgsmtf
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Thu, 19 Jun 2025 - 31min - 159 - 158. How Do I Get Better At Talking to People?
One of my listeners recently asked me about the steps I took to get better at talking to people in real life. This episode is the response to that question.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:19 Stop socializing with people you don’t like or respect
6:30 Stop trying to be perceived in a particular way
10:31 Stop expecting a particular outcome
14:21 Stop overthinking
19:59 Stop taking rejection personally
25:10 Approaching people you’re afraid of
28:23 Put yourself in situations where you have to be social
32:59 Study the art of conversation
34:22 Learn from the best
40:57 Focus more on them and less on yourself
44:04 Embrace the feeling of being misunderstood and disliked
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Mon, 09 Jun 2025 - 49min - 158 - 157. Am I Weird for Doing Things Alone?
I don’t mind being alone, but seeing how everyone else is always going out with friends makes me feel like a loser… is something wrong with me?
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Timestamps:
0:00 The reality of going out alone
1:22 Brief intro
2:38 Explaining the clip
12:26 You don’t look weird
16:05 Don’t wait to have fun
Link to the video used in this episode 👇
Video 1: https://www.tiktok.com/@uuhhead/video/7500480893476211998?_t=ZT-8wATBMGq6kF&_r=1
Video 2: https://www.tiktok.com/@krizzmaa/video/7343977705668398338?_r=1&_t=ZT-8wATaodxvpO
Video 3: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrmdls/video/7487290556259896619?_r=1&_t=ZT-8wATLfSMLPP
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Sat, 31 May 2025 - 20min - 157 - 156. Talking About Nothing 14
I’m in the mood to go nowhere… would you like to come with me?
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Timestamps:
0:00 ¡YO SOY EL QUE SIENTE, YO SOY EL QUE VIVE!
3:52 Showing up at someone’s house unannounced
21:50 Must you have a purpose in life?
41:53 I’m accepting music recommendations (Eng, Esp, Ptg)
47:02 Shoutouts
48:07 How did I get better at socializing? (Coming soon)
55:40 What to expect in the future
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Mon, 19 May 2025 - 1h 00min - 156 - 155. Sorry for My English
I don’t notice it—until you mention it, bro.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Stop apologizing
1:06 It’s fear, not humility
1:41 You’re calling attention to something insignificant
4:14 Self-protection in disguise
8:20 It’s communicating, not performing
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@parthisdreaming/video/7485770991570799903?_r=1&_t=ZT-8vx8wBQNgMg
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Mon, 12 May 2025 - 13min - 155 - 154. Be Prolific
Amazing things can happen when you show up consistently.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:00 Greetings
4:09 Explaining the clip
22:44 Key takeaways
29:35 How is this relevant to you?
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjMT29y2/
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Mon, 05 May 2025 - 46min - 154 - 153. DO NOT Talk to Me
We all know that people are socializing less than ever before, but is it really just that damn smartphone that’s driving us apart? Or could it be something deeper? What if it’s a number of things? And more importantly, what if there was a way to change it? — We’re talking about all of that and more in this episode.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Why can’t I talk to anyone?
0:22 Brief intro
1:33 No more casual convos
2:36 What’s this episode about?
4:49 Digital communication is the standard
8:08 Social anxiety is misunderstood / Not everyone is anti-social
19:07 Your phone is your shield
23:06 Where are the social spaces?
29:40 Summing things up
36:40 The solution
Links to the videos used in this episode👇
Clip 1: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2qAn5PP/
Clip 2: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT27DnnvH/
Clip 3: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2tPGC6n/
Eminem rap battle from 8-mile 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9-hxfcklGs
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Mon, 28 Apr 2025 - 53min - 153 - 152. I Want to Stay Single Forever
The idea of a life of freedom and independence has become increasingly popular in recent years… and for good reason. Less drama, less compromise, fewer sacrifices, no heartbreak… there are (and have always been) tons of reasons not to get involved in a committed relationship. But is it possible that avoiding this commitment could actually be the worst thing for your life in the long run? Perhaps choosing to commit to someone is, on some level, an act of self-preservation. Let’s talk about it.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:02 The end of dating
2:09 Explaining the clip
13:55 Key takeaways
26:56 You don’t have much time
28:53 Key takeaways
45:51 The reason you need a partner
47:37 Key takeaways
1:05:58 Conclusion
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Links to the videos used in this episode👇
Clip 1: https://www.tiktok.com/@characterwaste/video/7420613683128061226?_r=1&_t=8qcyvrHREbe
Clip 2: https://www.tiktok.com/@purposecompass/video/7433063287903816992?_r=1&_t=8rtDvf7wnXi
Clip 3: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkmotivation/video/7441154857811184929?_r=1&_t=8rtE9IPydrC
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Tue, 22 Apr 2025 - 1h 11min - 152 - 151. I'm In Love with My Best Friend
Can you really be "just friends" with someone you're romantically attracted to?
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:40 I’m in love with my best friend
1:39 Explaining the clip
16:43 Summary
18:06 Defining romance
19:08 Defining friendship
20:18 Defining polyamory
23:25 Is she just avoiding responsibility?
27:56 Should we blur the lines?
29:42 Effects on friendship
33:55 How would you feel?
36:10 Effects on partnership
39:22 How would you feel?
42:56 Conclusion
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Wed, 16 Apr 2025 - 45min - 151 - 150. Talking about Nothing 13
Hey friend, I’ve bought you a one-way ticket to nowhere. Enjoy the ride :)
Timestamps:
0:00 Real English Radio
15:00 Japanese people aren’t making enough babies
24:16 Why aren’t people having children?
34:29 Is starting a family worth it?
38:27 Keep your head up!
57:33 Self-destruction
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Mon, 24 Mar 2025 - 1h 03min - 150 - 149. Fuck
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “fuck”.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:15 Fuck (as a verb)
4:54 Fuck (as a noun)
8:26 Fuck! (exclamation)
18:30 Fuck you!
24:26 Fuck this!
29:45 Fuck (someone) up
34:12 Fuck (something) up
37:28 Fuck with (someone)
42:35 To be fucked
50:36 Fucking (intensifier)
57:24 Fuck off
1:01:07 Fuck around
1:05:53 Fuck (someone) over
1:09:08 Get fucked
1:12:55 Question word + the fuck
1:16:58 Adjective + as fuck
1:19:10 Fucking (as a filler word)
1:22:11 Fuck around and find out (FAFO)
1:28:59 I don’t fuck with (someone/something)
1:31:42 To give a fuck
1:33:47 Fuck my life (FML)
1:37:49 Fuck if I know
1:39:01 Fucking hell
1:39:57 Motherfucker
1:42:38 Outro
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Tue, 18 Mar 2025 - 1h 45min - 149 - 148. Bitch
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “bitch”.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:16 Literal meaning
2:19 Insulting a woman
5:36 Bitchy
6:53 Insulting a man
13:05 As an exclamation
24:48 Complaining or whining
32:08 Submission or humiliation
36:49 A difficult task/situation
41:23 Son of a bitch
44:02 Bad bitch
48:24 Basic bitch
50:35 Crazy bitch
51:14 Cold-hearted bitch
52:31 Resting bitch face
54:33 Bitch move
58:55 (Do something) like a bitch
1:00:06 Bitch please
1:03:20 Bitch fit
1:06:58 Bitch session
1:07:51 Bitch slap
1:09:17 Ain’t this about a bitch!
1:13:26 In this bitch
1:17:01 Final thoughts
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Sat, 15 Feb 2025 - 1h 18min - 148 - 147. Hell
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “hell”.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:49 Literal meaning
6:36 [Question word] + the hell
19:55 [Adjective] + as hell
24:29 No way/chance in hell
26:06 Go to hell
28:43 Going through hell
32:31 To hell with [something/someone]
35:06 Get the hell out
38:31 All hell broke loose
43:56 A hell of a [something]
47:40 Like hell
53:29 Hell yeah!
57:36 Hell if I know
1:00:51 Raise hell
1:03:56 Give [someone] hell
1:07:00 A living hell
1:08:42 Hell-bent
1:13:42 Beat the hell out of [someone/something]
1:16:38 (To go) to/through hell and back
1:19:32 (There will be) hell to pay
1:21:13 When hell freezes over
1:22:39 (Going to) hell in a handbasket
1:24:39 Through hell and high water
1:28:45 Final thoughts
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Fri, 14 Feb 2025 - 1h 31min - 147 - 146. Damn
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “damn”.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:42 Literal meaning
3:32 Admiration, surprise, or shock
9:09 Frustration or anger
13:14 The difference in tone
15:04 Hot damn
16:01 Damn + noun
22:25 Damn + adjective
24:47 Damn + noun (pt.2)
27:25 I don’t give a damn
31:49 Damn right/straight
38:45 Damn well
43:03 Damn near
49:53 Damn shame
52:30 Not worth a damn
55:01 Well, I’ll be damned
58:00 Damned if I do, damned if I don’t
1:02:11 Final thoughts
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Thu, 13 Feb 2025 - 1h 03min - 146 - 145. Ass
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “ass”.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:08 Historical meaning
1:37 Current meaning
3:23 Common related verbs
8:06 Ass vs Asshole
11:42 More asses
22:18 Ass intensifier
26:34 Personal ass
35:17 Idiomatic ass
35:53 Kick someone’s ass
39:37 Ass-whooping
40:31 Kick ass
41:18 Haul ass
43:54 Bust your ass
47:34 Cover your ass
50:30 Save someone’s ass
53:10 Pain in the ass
54:57 Kiss ass
57:59 Blow smoke up someone’s ass
1:00:00 Be on someone’s ass
1:01:48 Be up someone’s ass
1:03:43 Plant your ass
1:04:22 Get off your ass
1:04:56 Drag your ass
1:06:55 Get your ass in gear
1:08:22 Put your ass on the line
1:11:22 Have your head up your ass
1:13:19 Show your ass
1:16:46 Half-assed
1:20:56 Ass-backwards
1:24:22 You bet your ass
1:28:48 Final thoughts
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Wed, 12 Feb 2025 - 1h 30min - 145 - 144. Shit
From the basics all the way to the most advanced, this episode will teach you the various meanings and uses of the English word “shit”.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:20 Shit as a noun
4:24 Shit as a verb
7:11 Figurative shit
12:11 WARNING
13:48 Exclamations
22:08 Poor quality
27:07 Possessions or things
34:01 Holy shit
36:40 The shit
38:29 No shit
42:41 Bullshit
46:29 Deep shit
51:30 Tough shit
55:34 Jack shit
57:57 Hot shit
1:01:07 Dip shit
1:03:13 Should I be teaching you this shit?
1:06:30 Dog shit
1:09:35 Chicken shit
1:12:20 Horse shit
1:14:32 Ape shit
1:18:03 Bat shit
1:20:59 Don’t give me that shit
1:22:49 Cut the shit
1:25:06 Talking shit
1:28:23 Full of shit
1:29:56 Shit happens
1:32:10 Get your shit together
1:34:19 Shit out of luck
1:37:38 Give a shit
1:39:00 Shit hits the fan
1:42:09 For shit
1:43:45 Scared shitless
1:45:09 Shit or get off the pot
1:48:10 Shit show
1:49:52 Shit-faced
1:51:19 Take shit (from someone)
1:52:44 Give (someone) shit
1:53:58 And shit
1:56:51 Conclusion
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Tue, 11 Feb 2025 - 1h 59min - 144 - 143. Am I The Asshole? 2
Back with another interesting story from the subreddit “Am I The Asshole?”
This one involves a single mother who’s struggling to get by, and a “friend” who desperately needs her help. The problem is that this so-called “friend” isn’t even trying to help herself. This leads to a bit of unnecessary conflict in their relationship and leaves the mother wondering, “Am I the asshole?”
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:46 Reading & explaining the story
12:26 Reading the story (uninterrupted)
14:57 Responses on Reddit
20:04 What would you do?
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Mon, 10 Feb 2025 - 28min - 143 - 142. The Psychology of Sex Addiction - Patrick Eilers
Patrick Eilers is a Master's level Clinician who's also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. He has been working in the field of psychology since 2016 and as a specialist in the field of sexual addiction.
Learn more about Patrick:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-eilers-ma-lpc-csat-acs-310036b9/
Timestamps:
0:08 How do I know if I’m addicted to porn?
3:10 Why has the internet become so sexualized?
9:19 What is ‘acting out’?
10;15 Substance vs Process addictions
13:12 Why is sexual activity considered shameful?
17:44 The typical male porn addict
27:54 The average male’s dating experience
35:04 Factors that lead to porn addiction / Disconnection leads to disorder
40:22 The keys to overcoming porn addiction
46:53 The hidden dangers of porn addiction
53:52 Partners often feel betrayed / Is porn addiction worse than cheating?
58:44 Why is porn addiction largely a male issue?
1:02:43 Can we separate love from sex?
1:12:39 Porn & OnlyFans affect both sexes
1:14:15 The remedy to porn and OnlyFans
1:25:44 What kind of person do you want to be?
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Mon, 03 Feb 2025 - 1h 35min - 142 - 141. Abuse, PTSD & MDMA Therapy - Jill Sitnick
Jill Sitnick is a PTSD survivor who demystifies Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy by sharing her experience and strategies that led to healing decades old childhood trauma. Her book Rescuing Jill: How MDMA with a Dash of Mushrooms Healed My Childhood Trauma-Induced PTSD is now available on Amazon.
Learn more about Jill:
- https://thejourneysage.com/
- https://www.youtube.com/@TheJourneySage
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillsitnick
- https://www.facebook.com/thejourneysage
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Mon, 27 Jan 2025 - 2h 28min - 141 - 140. Am I The Only One…?
Sometimes my interactions with people have me feeling like I was transported here from another planet. Even though we speak the same language and come from the same country, it feels impossible to connect. Am I the only one who feels this way?
Check out Zoe’s TikTok here 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLvmEuQK/
Timestamps:
0:00 Am I the only one…?
0:56 A quick summary of the video
4:30 Replaying the video
5:26 Important things to consider
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Mon, 20 Jan 2025 - 18min - 140 - 139. Talking about Nothing 12
I’m coming to you from the DFW, baby! Let’s take a walk through the desert.
Timestamps:
0:00 Dallas, Texas!
2:47 My first pedicure
12:21 I’m hittin’ the gym, baby!
20:50 Raising children
27:41 The fear of aging
35:29 Gun culture
55:39 Dark thoughts
1:05:10 Peeves, recs, and shouts
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Mon, 13 Jan 2025 - 1h 33min - 139 - 138. Modern American Slang (Part 2)
When it comes to foreign languages, one of the things that people want to learn more than anything else is slang. So in this episode, you’re gonna learn some more words and phrases that’ll help you sound cooler in your next conversation.
Timestamps:
0:00 Modern American Slang
1:28 Greetings from Tony Kaizen
2:27 Rizz
6:45 Facts
9:43 Pressed
12:22 Simp
16:02 Touch grass
19:17 Say less
22:40 Mid
26:03 Throwing shade
28:24 Yacht!
31:33 Outro
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Mon, 06 Jan 2025 - 33min - 138 - 137. Advice for Future Software Engineers - José Daniel Canales
José Daniel Canales is a Software Engineer based in San José, Costa Rica.
Timestamps:
0:00 The Prison of the Future
18:24 AI is cool, but misunderstood
21:05 Using AI to redistribute wealth
26:06 Things to consider before becoming a Software Engineer
32:45 The importance of having a mentor
35:39 How to choose a programming language
42:27 Concerns about AI’s effect on the tech job market
49:26 The importance of soft skills in tech*
53:37 Preparing for tech interviews
55:44 The importance of speaking English fluently in tech
59:21 The attempt on Donald Trumps life
1:05:23 Racial tension in Europe
1:14:23 The rise of American & European expats
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Mon, 30 Dec 2024 - 1h 20min - 137 - 136. Your Happiness Is Not Important
In today’s episode, we’re gonna talk about a nonconventional way of finding happiness in life.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:04 Explanations of the clip
14:25 Replay the clip
15:30 Things to consider
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Mon, 23 Dec 2024 - 38min - 136 - 135. Random English Words 3
Using random words as inspiration for talking material.
Timestamps:
0:00 Singer
14:34 Variety
28:29 Solution
42:48 Weave
41:23 Shark
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Mon, 16 Dec 2024 - 1h 12min - 135 - 134. The 7-second Rule
If you have to lead interactions such as meetings, classes, or even just simple conversations, then this episode is for you. You’re going to learn about a simple trick to get more engagement and better responses from the people you’re speaking with.
Timestamps:
0:00 Audio clip
1:37 Explanations
22:34 Things to consider
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 - 38min - 134 - 133. The Best of Talking about Nothing (1-10)
Looking back on some of the best moments from the first 10 episodes of the Talking about Nothing series!
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For the new listeners of the podcast, all the episodes titled “Talking about Nothing” are simply recordings of me talking about whatever comes to mind at the moment. The idea is that you’ll get a chance to hear what a native speaker sounds like when he’s speaking naturally without any preparation. As you will see once you listen to the episodes, my mind tends to travel from one place to another very quickly, and I end up talking about a bunch of random topics.
So sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey to nowhere in particular.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Pipe down!
3:47 Old people
7:35 Gym rats
10:37 Inconsiderate individuals
15:22 Inspiration vs Motivation
18:05 I could narrate Netflix documentaries
20:51 Maggots, frogs, and fake meat
30:41 Public displays of affection (PDA)
35:06 Ear infection in Colombia
42:31 Anxiety attacks on airplanes
57:27 Motor-mouths
1:01:46 Pet ownership
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Thu, 05 Dec 2024 - 1h 13min - 133 - 132. Crazy Reddit Stories 4
I know you guys love these crazy stories just as much as I do. And in this episode, you’ll be listening to stories about the insane things (and people) that employers have to deal with.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:54 Story #1
4:38 Explanations of Story #1
18:27 Story #2
20:50 Explanations of Story #2
37:28 Story #3
41:05 Explanations of Story #3
56:32 Final thoughts
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Mon, 02 Dec 2024 - 1h 04min - 132 - 131. Speak English with Tiffani
Tiffani Claiborne is an English teacher, content creator, entrepreneur, and artist. She's driven by a mission to assist and empower individuals through education, ministry, and artistic expression.
Links to Tiffani's work:
YouTube: @SpeakEnglishWithTiffani
Instagram: @speakenglishwithtiffani/
TikTok: @englishwithtiffany
Facebook: @TeacherTiffani
Podcast: Speak English with Tiffani Podcast
Website: https://speakenglishwithtiffani.com/
2nd YouTube Channel: @twogil
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Fri, 29 Nov 2024 - 50min - 131 - 130. Emotional Birds
John Gottman’s theory on Emotional Bids highlights an often overlooked aspect of communication; the way we respond to those who need something from us. There are 3 typical responses in situations like these: turning towards, turning away, and turning against. And you might be surprised how often you engage in each of these behaviors, as well as the effect it’s having on your relationships.
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Wed, 27 Nov 2024 - 17min - 130 - 129. The Vocabulary Paradox
Having a big vocabulary is sort of like knowing how to fight… You don't actually want to use it.
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Mon, 25 Nov 2024 - 5min - 129 - 128. What Do You Do For A Living?
“What do you do (for a living)?” — It’s one of the most common questions you’ll get asked as an adult at social gatherings. Doesn’t matter if it’s a bar, a café, a networking event, or a family reunion. Work tends to be what occupies the majority of people’s time, so naturally, this is what people will ask about when meeting each other for the first time. But as I get older, I tend to appreciate this question less and less because although it’s meant to be a conversation starter, it usually has the opposite effect.
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Fri, 22 Nov 2024 - 22min - 128 - 127. The Forgotten Luxury
Modern life often causes us to overlook that which is most natural and beneficial to us. In the pursuit of everything we think we want, we end up sacrificing what we truly need.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:34 We are not designed for this
1:22 Our most pervasive addiction
3:42 The forgotten luxury of life
7:06 My goal with this episode
7:31 Family
13:16 Dating
23:43 Friendships
28:18 Community
32:01 Life satisfaction
36:26 Critical thinking & self-reflection
45:27 Productivity
48:04 Something to think about
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Wed, 20 Nov 2024 - 58min - 127 - 126. Is It Worth It?
We all know that raising children requires sacrifice… but is the sacrifice really worth it?
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Mon, 18 Nov 2024 - 39min - 126 - 125. Demystifying Hypnotherapy - Luke Chao
Luke Chao is a Consulting Hypnotist and the founder of The Morpheus Clinic for Hypnosis in Toronto, ON, Canada.
Learn more about Luke and his work:
Website: https://www.morpheusclinic.com/luke-chao/
YouTube: @MorpheusHypnosis
TikTok: @morpheushypnosis
Instagram: @morpheusclinic
Twitter: @morpheusclinic
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Fri, 15 Nov 2024 - 2h 12min - 125 - 124. Crazy Reddit Stories 3
Nothing but stories about some of the worst boyfriends/girlfriends in the history of humanity. There’s so much to learn in this episode!
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:08 Story #1
17:38 Story #2
29:06 Story #3
42:20 Story #4
53:53 Outro
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Wed, 13 Nov 2024 - 58min - 124 - 123. Adjust Yourself First
Our self-centered nature often leads us to find problems with everyone and everything in our environment. When dealing with these problems, we usually try to make external changes as opposed to internal ones. In this episode, we’ll explore the pros and cons of this approach, as well as a healthier alternative that’ll lead to less conflicts and more internal peace.
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@jill3295/video/7416466158188121387?_r=1&_t=8q4tW5oYdAs
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
3:46 Adjust yourself first
28:58 Things to consider
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Mon, 11 Nov 2024 - 57min - 123 - 122. The Latino Mindset
We’re diving into the toxic mindset that stops so many of my Latino friends from learning to speak English proficiently. I’m going to talk about cultural stigmas, mental rigidity, self-esteem, and how all of these things have a major influence on your ability to learn and grow as an English speaker (and a human being). If you can make the corrections that I suggest in this episode, you’ll be putting yourself on the path to proficiency in this language. You’ll realize that no matter what goal you’re trying to achieve, it all starts with having the proper mindset!
Timestamps:
0:00The Latino Mindset
1:46 Episode overview
3:53 Cultural pressure and social mindset
12:28 The Flexible Mind (by Robert Greene)
20:35 The importance of practice
24:43 Judgement from peers
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Mon, 04 Nov 2024 - 38min - 122 - 121. Random English Words 2
Using random words as inspiration for talking material.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:41 Battle
10:14 Tree
19:36 Sink
27:24 Business
38:13 Referee
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Mon, 28 Oct 2024 - 55min - 121 - 120. I’m So Tired of Learning English
Learning to speak English proficiently comes with a lot of responsibilities, and it can very easy get overwhelming. And in order to overcome this feeling, there’s one simple thing you need to accept.
Timestamps:
0:00 I just wanna make music
1:58 Greetings from Tony
4:23 Complaints of a lazy podcaster
12:16 I'm so tired of learning English
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Mon, 21 Oct 2024 - 28min - 120 - 119. Crazy Reddit Stories 2
Hilarious stories about some of the world's craziest neighbors.
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Mon, 14 Oct 2024 - 52min - 119 - 118. Luke's English Podcast
Luke Thompson is an ESL Teacher, Podcaster, and Stand Up Comedian.
Check out Luke's work:
Podcast: https://teacherluke.co.uk/
YouTube: @LukesEnglishPodcast
Twitter: @EnglishPodcast
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Mon, 07 Oct 2024 - 1h 47min - 118 - 117. Matheus Is Back!
My brother from another mother has returned to the pod! In this episode, we talk about Brazilian and American culture, experiences traveling abroad, and language learning.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:22 Brazilian patriotism
8:44 Americans are so cold
24:52 American pizza vs Brazilian pizza
30:44 Brazilian rodízio
37:28 American breakfast
47:35 Traveling and trying new foods
59:27 McDonalds vs In-N-Out Burger
1:07:53 Experiences in Argentina & Uruguay
1:30:04 Traveling while black
1:37:40 The danger of expressing opinions
1:44:55 Everybody hates Americans
1:50:17 People refusing to speak their native language
2:01:25 English is a status symbol
2:04:15 Video podcasts
2:07:31 Why are you so quiet?
2:16:18 Communication skills
2:23:26 Finding your voice in a foreign language
2:31:54 The challenges of learning Thai
2:47:25 Can anyone learn a foreign language?
3:09:10 Spanish vs Portuguese
3:19:29 There’s a lot more to come
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 - 3h 20min - 117 - 116. Ask vs Guess Culture
One of the many benefits of learning foreign languages is becoming more familiar with various communication styles and cultural behaviors. It forces us to challenge our preconceived notions and be more open-minded to different ways of saying and doing things.
In today’s episode, I’m gonna share a concept with you that will force you to sit back and just appreciate how much our culture influences so much of what we think and do today. If you enjoy episodes about communication skills then this one is for you!
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Mon, 23 Sep 2024 - 45min - 116 - 115. We All Need Support
There’s an inescapable fact that applies to us all, no matter what we’re trying to achieve in life. Many people think that acknowledging this fact makes you look weak or incapable, but it’s quite the contrary.
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Mon, 16 Sep 2024 - 14min - 115 - 114. Am I The Asshole?
Her husband is leaving the family home to her stepdaughter and she’s not happy about it. Who’s the asshole here?
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Mon, 09 Sep 2024 - 35min - 114 - 113. Young Men Are Desperate - Fr. Michael Butler
Fr. Michael Butler is a priest, men's coach, and amateur bodybuilder who aims to help men be the best they can be by recovering authentic manhood through Orthodox Christianity.
Follow Fr. Butler on social media:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avg2alpha
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avg2alpha/
Stream 'As Iron Sharpens Iron Podcast'
Ancient Faith Ministries: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/iron
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1660290630
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Mon, 02 Sep 2024 - 41min - 113 - 112. Talking about Nothing 11
Walking through the woods without a map or destination.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Podcast updates
11:25 Politics
23:23 Must everything be monetized?
42:27 Armchair quarterbacks
48:12 The internet’s effect on “identity”
56:35 Honest conversations
1:06:30 Final thoughts
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Mon, 26 Aug 2024 - 1h 08min - 112 - 111. Random English Words
Using random words as inspiration for talking material.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:43 Motorist
14:13 Tournament
26:13 Initiative
35:37 Float
51:59 Volunteer
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Sun, 18 Aug 2024 - 1h 03min - 111 - 110. Yes, I’m Judging You
A young man moves into a nice neighborhood and he’s immediately being judged by his new neighbors. Get ready to be exposed to the British dialect with an entertaining discussion between this young man and an old lady who insists on maintaining the integrity of the neighborhood.
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Wed, 14 Aug 2024 - 1h 04min - 110 - 109. Talking About Nothing 10
If you’d like to go nowhere… I can certainly take you there.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Greetings
2:32 Shoutouts
3:42 What I've learned from making YouTube thumbnails
28:42 Talking too much
34:41 30-year careers
41:33 Being famous
56:04 Toxic personality traits
1:06:33 Experts & gurus
1:13:55 Crime & punishment
1:27:44 Perspective
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Sun, 11 Aug 2024 - 1h 38min - 109 - 108. 5 Good Minutes
In this episode, we’re talking about the profound impact of habits on the course of one's life. The results we experience in various aspects of life, such as finance and fitness, are often delayed reflections of our habits. But the thought of forming new and healthier habits is often very daunting because we typically imagine the herculean effort we're going to have to make in order to form those habits. — However, with the help of James Clear (author of the book ‘Atomic Habits’), I'm going to expose you to a concept that might change the way you think about forming simple habits that will have a massive impact on your future.
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Wed, 07 Aug 2024 - 30min - 108 - 107. Americans Should Pay More
If you’ve ever traveled to a foreign country, then you may have experienced the manipulative pricing schemes that many people use to take advantage of customers who aren’t familiar with the way things work in that country. In many places, it’s common practice to charge tourists up to 10 times the price that a local would pay for the same products or services, especially if the tourists come from North American or European countries. — In this episode, I’ll speak about the practicality and morality of such pricing schemes, and why I think they’re a bad idea.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:28 Americans should pay more
2:58 It keeps getting worse for Japan
5:33 Arguments FOR discrimination
8:49 The same logic, applied to race
11:17 Moral implications
14:34 Potential effects
18:14 Is this really “equity”?
22:15 Envy, hatred, and greed
24:34 Who’s really making things more expensive?
25:31 Pocket watching
28:37 Playing the “social justice” game
30:25 We’re just trying to make a profit
33:55 Foreigners are not responsible for your problems
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Sun, 04 Aug 2024 - 36min - 107 - 106. Over-functioning Parents
Being a parent is one of the many things in life that doesn’t come with an instruction manual. So naturally anyone who decides to become a parent is bound to make mistakes with the kids at some point. I don't have kids, but I have to imagine that as a parent, you're making mistakes all the time. — I mean, as a human, we're making mistakes all the time so I'm sure there's no difference.
One of the most detrimental mistakes that I've seen countless times and also experienced myself is what some people might call over-functioning for one’s children.
Over-functioning is basically doing things for your children that they can do for themselves. Some people say they do it out of love, others do it out of fear, but at the end of the day, constantly doing things for people that they can do for themselves isn't always a simple act of kindness. Sometimes you can train those people to be so dependent on you that they can't do anything for themselves. And that's not good for anyone.
So in today's episode, we're going to listen to a short clip from a conversation about this topic and I'll be here to explain all the nouns, verbs, and adjectives and then I’ll leave you with something to think about.
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Wed, 31 Jul 2024 - 39min - 106 - 105. Speak Like A Pro: Practical Tips for ESL Learners
Have you ever wondered why some people are able to effortlessly captivate your attention while others can’t keep you listening for longer than 30 seconds? Well, this episode will teach you 5 simple yet powerful techniques that will help you stand out and command people’s attention when you speak.
You'll learn:
- The "silent killer" words sabotaging your speech (hint: you're probably using them right now)Why recording yourself might be uncomfortable—but absolutely necessaryThe counter-intuitive truth about pauses and why they're your new best friendHow to sound like an expert (even when you're not)The daily habit that will drastically improve your speaking skills regardless of where you live or who you know
Timestamps:
0:00 Become more articulate to stand out
1:30 “How do I improve my speaking?”
2:35 Tip #1
7:00 Tip #2
10:47 Tip #3
14:36 Tip #4
17:05 Tip #5
Link to the 1st video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLUe3JLU/
Link to the 2nd video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLUddd2f/
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Sun, 28 Jul 2024 - 20min - 105 - 104. Haters Don’t Hate on Losers
One thing they don't tell you about the road to success is that it's full of unforeseen obstacles, and sometimes those obstacles come in the form of people who simply don't want to see you win. However, what's even more surprising is the reason that some people don't want to see you win. Let’s talk about it.
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Wed, 24 Jul 2024 - 36min - 104 - 103. 3 Tips for Talking to Strangers
You’ve heard me say many times before that the only way you can improve your ability to speak English is by actually speaking with real people. And every time you hear me say this, you might think to yourself, “Yeah, that’s great.. but I don’t know how to talk to people. So why don’t you teach me about that?” — So in this episode, you’ll get 3 practical tips for starting and maintaining a conversation with anyone.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:27 Tip #1
6:48 Tip #2
9:47 Tip #3
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTNjRAybj/
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Sun, 21 Jul 2024 - 15min - 103 - 102. This Is Not Normal
The way we communicate with each other can have a huge effect on the way we perceive the world. So it’s important that we reevaluate our perceptions from time to time in order to make sure we’re seeing things clearly.
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Wed, 17 Jul 2024 - 36min - 102 - 101. Things I Don’t Understand
Random things I struggle to make sense of. Feel free to enlighten me.
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Timestamps:
0:09 Gender reveal parties
5:45 Going to concerts
13:50 Asian people’s obsession with white people
25:00 Athletes slapping each other’s asses
31:05 The importance of someone’s sexual preference
33:50 The importance of dating “outside your race”
43:25 Travel influencers
50:58 Using social media to put people on blast
1:03:27 Humiliating “friends” in public
1:08:57 Only certain hair grows for life
1:11:09 Certain drinks only taste good when cold
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Sun, 14 Jul 2024 - 1h 14min - 101 - 100. Just Do It
Action = Experience = Progress = Confidence
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Wed, 10 Jul 2024 - 10min - 100 - 99. Crazy Reddit Stories 5
Back with more unbelievable stories from strangers on the internet.
Story #1 - Two friends on a road trip across America escape death
Story #2 - An employee lets a degenerate sleep at his house
Story #3 - An insane girl attacks her own father
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:04 Story #1
12:03 Summary
15:39 Story #2
24:34 Summary
27:46 Story #3
34:50 Summary
38:51 Recap
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Mon, 08 Jul 2024 - 42min - 99 - 98. What Happens When You Boil Frogs?
The title may be a bit strange, but the metaphor in this episode will completely change the way you spend your time and learn the English language. — Don’t skip this one!
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Wed, 03 Jul 2024 - 11min - 98 - 97. Your Teacher Is Lying to You
There are many great English teachers out there, but the sad truth is that some are just looking to profit off your ignorance and insecurity. Instead of providing the tools you need to reach your goal, they sell you the dream of English fluency without effort. All you have to do is keep watching their videos and buy their overpriced courses.
It’s troubling that many language teachers spend little to no time talking about what languages are actually used for: communication. As a result, many English learners obsess over grammar, accents, and unnatural vocabulary, believing these are the keys to becoming great communicators. They've been misled into thinking that staying in their comfort zones and avoiding the truth is the most effective path to fluency. This couldn't be further from the truth.
In this episode, I want to simplify things for all English learners seeking practical solutions that won't waste their time or break the bank. With the help of Cristiano Ronaldo and Jimmy Carr, I'm going to show you the only thing you need to be fluent in English.
Timestamps:
0:00 The truth about learning a foreign language
6:04 Cristiano Ronaldo speaks about what makes him the greatest
10:23 Jimmy Carr speaks about what makes him so successful
11:43 What’s really being communicated here?
13:22 Are you willing to pay the price?
Interview with Cristiano Ronaldo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbKldiDOgEE&t=1049s
Interview with Jimmy Carr: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHLAazKUU68&t=1017s
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Mon, 01 Jul 2024 - 15min - 97 - 96. American Comedians You Should Know
If you know me, then you know that I have an extremely dark sense of humor and I love stand up comedy.
As a language learner, being able to understand jokes and cultural humor is a sign that you’ve reached a relatively advanced level because stand up comedy is heavily influenced by culture. So if you can understand not only the words being said, but also the reason that people find it funny, then you’ve got a pretty good understanding of both the language and the culture.
So this episode is for all of my stand up comedy lovers who want to put their English to the test and get more familiar with American culture. This list of comedians is in no particular order, by the way. You can also check the description of this episode for a link to a YouTube playlist with some of the comedy specials I’ll be mentioning today.
PDF file with links to the comedians mentioned in this episode: https://rb.gy/slk8u0
Timestamps:
0:03 Shane Gillis
0:57 Deon Cole
1:30 Jeremiah Watkins
2:29 Anthony Jeselnik
3:06 Bill Burr
4:18 Joe List
4:57 Sam Morril
5:45 Mark Normand
6:29 Tom Segura
7:18 Trevor Wallace
7:53 Honorable Mentions
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Sun, 23 Jun 2024 - 9min - 96 - 95. Talking about Nothing 9
Let me take you on a ride to a nice place called Nowhere.
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Sat, 22 Jun 2024 - 59min - 95 - 94. Relationships Are Not Rewards
So many of us have such backwards ideas about the purpose of relationships and how one goes about developing them. Personally, I think there are a lot of reasons for our backwards mentality, and that’s what we’ll be talking about in this episode. — This will be a good chance for you to hear both an American and a British accent while exploring interesting ideas that affect us all in one way or another.
First video clip: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLvaPQSu/
Second video clip: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLvaN7nv/
Timestamps:
0:00 Why haven’t I found love yet?
3:08 A few thoughts on Ryan’s sentiment
6:43 Relationships are not rewards
9:32 It’s all about perspective
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Mon, 17 Jun 2024 - 20min - 94 - 93. More Women Should Be Doing This
Being assertive and taking risks are typically viewed as masculine behavior reserved for men. But our friend Maya (from Chicago, IL) thinks that there’s no reason women can’t display the same behavior. In fact, she believes that women will be much more satisfied with their lives if they chose to do so. — This episode will give you a chance to hear the Chicago accent and the Ebonics dialect of American English.
Timestamps:
0:00 More women should be doing this
1:20 A quick word from Tony Kaizen
2:44 Shoutout to my supportive listeners
4:02 Explaining the vocabulary
29:53 Replaying the video
31:15 The same idea, in plain English
32:39 Things to consider
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Mon, 10 Jun 2024 - 36min - 93 - 92. Modern Women's Dilemma
In her article titled "A Partial Explanation of Zoomer Girl Derangement,” writer Zinnia, talks about the changes girls go through as they become women, focusing on how society views them. She explains the mixed feelings girls have about getting attention from men, feeling both powerful and vulnerable. Zinnia also criticizes how social media and modern culture affect young women, making it hard for them to understand their worth. She suggests that girls need honest advice to balance their desires and the pressures they face as they grow up. In today’s episode, I’ll be reading the article to you and leaving you with something to think about.
Read Zinnia’s article here 👉 https://substack.com/@zinnia01
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:42 Words you need to understand
2:15 Disclaimer: This is not for the easily-offended
2:49 Poem #1 - Red Shame
4:35 Transitioning into womanhood
7:27 Marilyn Monroe
8:25 Girls who grow up too fast
10:11 Belle Delphine: The first OnlyFans girl
11:36 Poem #2 - I’m only an object
12:41 How OnlyFans damages all women
16:02 The reason men don’t want modern women
17:21 Self-destructive reactions to male attention: Anorexia
20:31 Self-destructive reactions to male attention: Gender Dysphoria
22:29 Self-destructive reactions to male attention: Self-hatred
24:14 Gen-Z girls feel that they can’t compete
25:28 The truth about women that everyone “ignores”
26:45 What exactly is an ideal woman?
29:05 Womanhood and beauty
32:03 The mentally ill nature of modern society
37:02 What “growing up” means for girls
39:26 What do women really want?
40:58 Why are modern women so unhappy?
43:07 A summary of the article
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Mon, 03 Jun 2024 - 50min - 92 - 91. The STRONGEST American Accent
Let’s take a trip to the Deep South so you can hear a classic Mississippi accent and understand what makes it so unique.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:22 The STRONGEST American Accent
0:49 A quick word from Tony Kaizen
1:25 Why do they sound like that?
4:19 Deep Southern pronunciation
15:01 Explaining some vocabulary
29:11 Replaying the clip
29:45 Talking about American culture is tricky
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Mon, 27 May 2024 - 32min - 91 - 90. Why Are You So Quiet?
If you’re someone who’s comfortable being quiet in the presence of others, you might have noticed that your tendency to remain quiet drives some people crazy. You probably know how annoying it is to find out that someone doesn’t like you simply because you don’t speak as much as they would like you to.
Well in this episode, I’m gonna share a few ideas that might help you understand the mentality of the people who feel the need to ask, “Why are you so quiet?” And hopefully, help the people asking this question to understand the quiet ones a bit more as well.
Timestamps:
0:00 Why are you so quiet?
1:32 Summary
4:17 Preference for selective interaction
5:50 It all started with the community
6:59 No outsiders
9:36 Nobles & peasants
10:55 There will always be weaklings
11:38 Everyone communicates in their own way
12:45 Asking vs Questioning
17:17 Self-awareness
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Wed, 15 May 2024 - 18min - 90 - #89 - Talking about Nothing 8
Going nowhere at a very rapid pace.
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Mon, 06 May 2024 - 50min - 89 - #88 - Why Is Making Friends So Hard?
“Sometimes trying to make friends as an adult can feel hopeless and embarrassing.” — If you identify with this statement, then this episode is for you.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Why is making friends so hard?
1:07 Greetings from Tony Kaizen
1:48 Explaining real English
12:10 My thoughts on this topic
Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLU1qFve/
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Mon, 29 Apr 2024 - 21min - 88 - #87 - Which Kind of Communicator Are You?
Have you ever wondered why communicating with certain people is so easy, while talking with others feels impossible? You might be surprised to know that it often boils down to a poor understanding of how communication works. Many of us tend to misinterpret the things people say and do; which influences the way we see, think about, and treat them.
In this episode, we’re gonna talk about a simple way to quickly recognize what type of person you’re speaking with, and easily adapt to their way of communicating. — This episode will completely change your perspective on the art of communication.
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Timestamps:
0:00 “You’re so mysterious.”
0:17 Greetings from Tony Kaizen
1:13 Volunteers & Invite-onlys
4:37 Askers & Guessers
9:17 Builders & Maintainers
14:17 Main takeaways
Links to the videos used in this episode:
Video 1: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLhvxUEt/
Video 2: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLhYVNpJ/
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Sun, 21 Apr 2024 - 23min - 87 - #86 - Are You Lonely?
Loneliness has become a global issue. Many of us are often surrounded by people, and yet we often don’t feel connected to any of them. And contrary to what most people believe, this all started long before cell phones and social media were invented. The psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Robert Waldinger believes there's a simple resolution to this issue, and that’s what we’re talking about in this episode.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:25 Part 1 - Robert Waldinger on loneliness
2:27 Part 2 - Robert Waldinger on loneliness
5:42 Part 3 - Robert Waldinger on loneliness
9:13 Part 4 - Robert Waldinger on loneliness
12:27 Being Alone vs Being Lonely
17:14 Casual Encounters
22:42 Relationships & Mental Health
25:28 Be Open and Welcoming
Video used in this episode: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigthink/video/7346692855743778078?_r=1&_t=8kweXuXnohm
Learn more about Robert Waldinger’s work 👉 https://www.robertwaldinger.com/
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Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 31min - 86 - #85 - Modern American Slang (Part 1)
When it comes to foreign languages, one of the things that people want to learn more than anything else is slang. So in this episode, you’re gonna learn a few words and phrases that’ll help you sound cooler in your next conversation.
Timestamps:
0:00 Modern American Slang
1:34 Greetings from Tony Kaizen
2:06 Middleschooler, Highschooler
3:03 Baby food
5:56 Cheugy
8:04 Sus
10:00 Gas
12:39 Go off
16:32 Gucci
18:51 Hits different
22:10 Lit
24:48 Low key
27:18 Mood
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Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 33min - 85 - #84 - How to Overcome Social Anxiety
Many of us go through life trying to avoid embarrassing situations because we’re afraid that people might think we’re silly or ignorant. But if you can adopt the mindset that I share in this episode, I guarantee that you won’t feel the need to run from embarrassment ever again.
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Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 9min - 84 - #83 - English Vocabulary Game: Restaurant, Airport, Hotel
The English vocabulary game, Audio Pictionary is a fun and simple way to test your vocabulary and learn new words. I’ll be describing different objects, people, places, and situations, and you’ll have to figure out the name of whatever I’m describing.
*In order to take full advantage of this game, I suggest you download or print the study guide and have something to write on. This way, you’ll be able to practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking at the same time.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Rules of the Game
1:13 Round 1 - Restaurant
7:02 Round 2 - Airport
11:43 Round 3 - Hotel
17:40 How to practice your English today
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Fri, 29 Mar 2024 - 18min - 83 - #82 - English Vocabulary Game: Relationship, Body, Street
The English vocabulary game, Audio Pictionary is a fun and simple way to test your vocabulary and learn new words. I’ll be describing different objects, people, places, and situations, and you’ll have to figure out the name of whatever I’m describing.
*In order to take full advantage of this game, I suggest you download or print the study guide and have something to write on. This way, you’ll be able to practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking at the same time.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Rules of the Game
1:11 Round 1 - Relationship
7:58 Round 2 - Body
13:37 Round 3 - Street
19:51 How to practice your English today
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Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 21min - 82 - #81 - English Vocabulary Game: House, Soccer, Car
The English vocabulary game, Audio Pictionary is a fun and simple way to test your vocabulary and learn new words. I’ll be describing different objects, people, places, and situations, and you’ll have to figure out the name of whatever I’m describing.
*In order to take full advantage of this game, I suggest you download or print the vocabulary guide and have something to write on. This way, you’ll be able to practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking at the same time.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Rules of the Game
1:14 Round 1 - House
6:23 Round 2 - Soccer
13:36 Round 3 - Car
19:04 How to practice your English today
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Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 21min - 81 - #80 - The EASIEST Way to Keep A Conversation Going
You might be one of the many people who want to practice speaking English but don’t know how to maintain a conversation long enough to get they practice you need. The conversations are always superficial, you run out of things to say, and then you or the other person loses interest altogether. Well, in this episode, I’m going to be sharing the absolute easiest way to keep a conversation going (no matter what language you’re speaking). If you can get in the habit of applying this method, you’ll be able to make conversation with anyone who’s willing to speak with you.
Link to the TikTok video used in this episode: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamrichroll/video/7342183456601885994?_r=1&_t=8kkJKH0nH0I
Timestamps:
0:00 Charles Duhigg talks about deep questions
0:33 Explanation of the audio clip
8:58 Replay the audio clip
9:31 Tip #1
14:07 Tip #2
19:44 Tip #3
24:14 A challenge for you
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Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 25min - 80 - #79 - 3 Lessons from Learning 3 Languages
There are many things that traditional language schools fail to teach their students. One of the most important is the proper mindset for learning effectively. So many students spend years struggling to reach and advanced level of English and they end up thinking that the language is just too difficult for them… when actually they’ve just been taking the wrong approach. So in today’s episode, I’ll be talking about 3 simple changes you can make to your learning process in order to deepen your understanding of the English language and start speaking more naturally.
Video clip used in this episode: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLRpLAAL/
Timestamps:
0:00 Miriam Tinny talks about learning Arabic
3:26 Explanations of the audio clip
32:29 Lesson 1
35:00 Lesson 2
38:20 Lesson 3
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Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 45min - 79 - #78 - Talking about Nothing 7
I don't know where we're going nor how long it'll take to get there... buckle up.
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Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 1h 26min - 78 - #77 - The Conformity of Silence
In today’s episode, I’ll be reading a brilliant article about one of the easiest and most effective ways to become a better communicator (in any language). The author, Bryan Caplan, is a Professor of Economics at George Mason University, and a New York Times Bestselling author. You can check out his work at https://substack.com/@betonit. No matter what your first language is, and no matter what your current level of English is, I can guarantee that you or someone you know will identify with the scenario that Bryan lays out in this article.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:00 The Conformity of Silence by Bryan Caplan
4:51 Explaining some key vocabulary
29:05 The Psychology of Conformity
36:14 Cultural Differences in Social Interaction
41:14 Technology and Social Isolation
52:59 Overcoming Social Anxiety
1:10:22 Subscribe on Patreon
1:10:54 Outro
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Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 1h 11min - 77 - #76 - The Best Quality One Can Possess
In my humble opinion, the world would be a much better place if we all adopted this quality. It improves conversations, friendships, careers and so much more. And you wanna know the best part? All of us can adopt this quality immediately.
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Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 30min
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