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Learn how to improve your spoken English by embracing self-correction in this slow, easy conversation. Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss the reality of speaking smoothly. This episode focuses on the moments when we falter during a conversation and why fixing those errors in real-time is a powerful tool for your speaking fluency. It is designed for English learners who want to sound more natural. By listening to this dialogue, you will see how native speakers handle mistakes without losing their rhythm. We explore how to manage pauses and corrections, helping you feel more comfortable when you stumble. This natural conversation provides the consistent listening practice you need to build confidence in your own daily interactions. Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you find it hard to correct yourself while speaking. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Stop waiting for the perfect moment to start your goals. Learn how to talk about taking action in this English podcast. Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss natural English usage through a fun anecdote about someone who just kept eating when they could not find the right words. This episode is designed for A2-B1 English learners who want to hear how native speakers describe persistence and daily habits. You will improve your English listening practice by following this slow, easy dialogue. By listening to the hosts break down these phrases, you will gain the confidence to express your own ideas about motivation and overcoming procrastination in your daily life. Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you have ever waited for the perfect moment to start something. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Boost your English listening practice with this 40-minute conversation. Learn how to catch subtle meanings in real-speed speech. Join Sarah and Mike as they break down the phrase "pick up on" during a natural dialogue. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to understand how native speakers notice changes in tone and nuance that are not always stated directly. By following their discussion, you will get comfortable with the idea that sometimes you need to guess the rest of the meaning based on context. You will focus on conversational English phrases that help you follow fast-paced discussions without getting lost. Sarah and Mike share practical examples to help you improve listening skills, ensuring you feel more confident when talking to others. This slow-paced breakdown allows you to focus on the details of natural speech patterns so you can apply them to your own conversations. Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you usually pick up on subtle changes in tone. Subscribe to…

Learn how to talk about your future plans in this English learning podcast designed for B1 level students. Sarah and Mike discuss whether you need a big plan for your life or if having a backup plan is enough. They break down natural phrases like the whole sentence and discuss how to keep your perspective positive when things do not go as expected. This conversation is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve their fluency while talking about life choices. You will build your natural conversational skills by following this slow, easy dialogue. By listening to how Sarah and Mike express their thoughts on planning, you will gain practical vocabulary to describe your own goals and backup strategies. This episode provides consistent listening practice to help you feel more comfortable speaking English in everyday situations. Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you prefer to have a big plan or just go with the flow. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Learn how to talk about October in English with natural phrases for describing the changing seasons and upcoming holidays. Join Sarah and Mike as they explore the interesting origin of the word October. In this episode, they discuss how the calendar shift affects our vocabulary and share descriptive phrases like colours finally show and a whole wall of Christmas. This conversation is designed for B1 English learners who want to build confidence when discussing seasonal changes and festive preparations in daily conversation. You will improve your English listening practice by following a slow, easy dialogue that focuses on common seasonal expressions. Whether you are explaining the shift in weather or talking about holiday plans, you will gain practical vocabulary to express yourself clearly. By listening to how Sarah and Mike break down these phrases, you will find it easier to incorporate descriptive language into your own English speaking. Keep practising by telling us in the comments which part of October…

Are you stuck on the intermediate plateau? Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss overcoming common hurdles to improve English. In this episode, Sarah and Mike have a candid conversation about the challenges of language learning. They start with a specific rule about avoiding the word 'nice' and share a funny story about Mike going blank during an interview. By listening to this dialogue, you will understand how to push past the B1 English learners stage where progress feels slow and difficult. This conversation is perfect for anyone looking for consistent English listening practice. Sarah shares her own journey of making weekly progress, helping you see that steady improvement is possible even when you feel stuck. You will gain practical insights into how to maintain momentum as you work toward better English fluency. Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you have ever felt stuck while learning a language. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Improve your English listening practice by discussing personality types. Learn how to describe your season and temperament. Sarah and Mike discuss the changing air and the word sensible. They explain its meaning with an analogy and relate it to being autumn people or level-headed. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners looking to improve their natural conversational skills. You will explore how to use specific adjectives to describe your personality and how seasons might influence our moods. By listening to this slow, easy English conversation, you will build your English vocabulary and gain confidence in expressing complex ideas about yourself and your preferences. Keep practising by telling us which season matches your personality in the comments. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Improve your English for your commute with 30 minutes of easy listening. Turn your travel time into productive B1 English practice. Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss how much time we spend travelling and what that adds up to over a year. This conversation is designed to help you listen to natural, slow-paced dialogue while you are on the bus, train, or in the car. It is the perfect way to learn English on the go without needing to sit at a desk. After the conversation, we move into a quick grammar segment. You will clarify the correct phrasing for different modes of transport and review how to use past tense actions correctly. These English grammar exercises are simple and practical, helping you avoid common mistakes when talking about your daily journeys. 💡 Tip: Describe your own daily commute out loud using one past tense verb you hear in today's conversation. 🎯 In this episode, you can practise: • Using prepositions for transport • Talking about daily travel time • Using past tense verbs correctly •…

What Makes a Place Feel Like Home? | Easy English Podcast | Everyday English Academy Practise talking in English about moving into a new apartment and what makes it feel like home. Join Sarah and Mike as they share stories about unpacked boxes, familiar sounds, and a grandfather's favourite chair. Their slow, easy conversation helps you describe your own home and the things that make you comfortable there. Have you ever missed the little sounds or smells of home? You'll practise explaining how you settle in, talking about living out of boxes, describing an object your family passed down and why you keep it, and planning a simple housewarming with friends. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve everyday vocabulary and speaking skills for talking about moving, family belongings, and feeling at home. 💡 Tip: Describe an inherited object using “passed down” and explain why you keep it. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Talk About Home in English 4:53 Describing Familiar Sounds and…

Why We Keep Things We Never Use | English Learning Podcast | Everyday English Academy Practise talking in English about the things you keep but never use, from empty boxes to spare shirt buttons. Join Sarah and Mike for a slow, easy conversation about clutter and memories, and learn how to explain what you want to keep when sorting things at home. Do you have a drawer full of things you keep just in case? You'll practise describing odds and ends, explaining how boxes take up space, talking about sentimental gifts, and finding ways to meet in the middle when sharing storage space. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve their everyday vocabulary and speak more confidently about clutter, personal belongings, and reasons for keeping things. 💡 Tip: Describe one crowded drawer aloud using three expressions you hear in today's conversation. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:36 Talk About Unused Things in English 5:54 Everyday Words for Clutter and Storage 13:35 Describing Sentimental…

Practice talking in English about choosing between more free time and more money. Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss rushed dinners, a broken washing machine, and working on a Saturday. Their slow, easy conversation helps you explain everyday choices about work, spending, and rest. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve their everyday speaking and vocabulary for discussing time, money, and the choices that matter to them. 💡 Tip: Explain a trade-off involving time or money using “although,” including whether it was worth it. 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • time-poor: having very little free time • cash-strapped: having very little money • trade-off: losing something to gain something else • time flies: time passes surprisingly quickly • running on empty: continuing with almost no energy • downtime: time to rest without working • rush hour: busiest time for traveling to work • overtime: extra hours worked beyond normal hours • cost a fortune: be very expensive • a rainy day: a…

Improve Your English While You Cook | 40 Minutes of Real English (B1, B2) | Everyday English Academy Learn how to talk about cooking mistakes and preparing dinner in English with Sarah and Mike. From Mike's smoking toast to a stew with whole garlic cloves, their slow, easy conversation helps you describe what happens in your own kitchen and talk with someone while you cook. Do you know what to say in English when dinner goes wrong? You'll practise explaining why toast burned, checking what's missing from the pantry, talking about how to dice and mince ingredients, describing stale bread and ripe fruit, and saying "fair point" when a cooking partner offers advice. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve everyday speaking and cooking vocabulary so they can discuss recipes, ingredients, and kitchen mistakes. 💡 Tip: Describe one cooking mistake aloud using two new words while you prepare your next meal. 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • dice: cut into small, even cubes • mince: cut into…

Practise talking about September plans and changing weather in English with Sarah and Mike. Their slow, easy conversation helps you compare activities, talk about what to wear, and arrange a day out without filling every evening on your calendar. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve everyday speaking, learn seasonal vocabulary, and respond politely to invitations while making September plans. 💡 Tip: Practise declining Mike's September invitation by suggesting another day: “Would Saturday work instead? 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • transition: change from one stage to another • hemisphere: half of Earth • layers: clothes worn over other clothes • brighten up: become lighter or sunnier • overlap: happen partly at the same time • venue: place where an event happens • variation: differences or changes in something • fluctuate: go up and down • scattered showers: brief rain in different places • insulated: made to slow heat passing through • obligation: something you have to do 🎯…

Practise explaining what you mean in English when you cannot remember the right word. Sarah and Mike talk through choosing dinner, asking for a replacement screw at a hardware store, and finding words when your mind goes blank. Their slow conversation helps you keep talking and ask for time to think. Do you know what you want to say, but the English words will not come? You'll practise asking for a thinking pause, describing a kitchen tool by what it does, checking meaning with "Do you mean", correcting a number, and explaining which table you would prefer at a restaurant. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to keep everyday conversations going, explain forgotten words, and feel more comfortable taking time to answer. 💡 Tip: During one pause, describe a forgotten word by saying what the thing does. 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • second-guess: doubt your earlier choice • draw a blank: be unable to remember • mental block: trouble thinking or remembering • retrieve: get something back •…

Learn English the easy, relaxing way with Sarah and Mike. Slow, clear conversation for B1 learners, so you can follow every word and pick up natural, everyday English as you listen. Want to understand real English without feeling lost? In this episode you'll practise listening, learn new words in context, and hear how the phrases are actually used in everyday conversation. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve their listening, speaking, and everyday vocabulary. 💡 Tip: Write down one whole sentence you hear a real person say, then say it aloud twice. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Dialogue + Practice 0:33 Warm-up 0:52 Key Vocabulary 1:02 Dialogue + Practice 29:21 Review 32:54 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • reschedule: move something to a different day or time • overhear: hear something that was not said to you • warped: bent out of its flat shape • illegible: impossible to read • wriggle out of: politely escape something you agreed to do • hoard: keep collecting and never use it •…

Sarah and Mike sit down with a very real interview scene this week: a nineteen year old walking into a small neighborhood bakery for her first job interview, and the question that trips up almost every English learner, "tell me about yourself." This slow, easy English conversation is for anyone preparing for a real interview and wanting to answer that question without freezing up or rambling. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to practise real interview English, structure a clear "tell me about yourself" answer, and sound calm and natural instead of rehearsed. 💡 Tip: Record your one-minute answer on your phone tonight, then listen once and cut anything off-topic. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Talk About Your First Job Interview 1:06 Summarizing Yourself Briefly and Relevantly 6:09 Avoiding Common Mistakes About Job Applicants 12:42 Building a Strong Answer with Transferable Skills 19:19 Speaking Practice: Interview Sentences 22:07 Vocabulary Review and Next Episode 📚 Vocabulary in…

Pausing a video before the speaker finishes might sound strange, but it is one of the best ways to train your brain to think in English. Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, easy conversation about the listen, pause, predict method: stopping a video, saying your guess out loud, then pressing play to check. If you have ever watched a fast bike repair video or nodded politely at someone while understanding almost nothing, this daily English conversation is for you. Do you understand English when you read it, but freeze when someone speaks quickly? In this friendly English podcast episode you'll practise guessing what comes next after a joining phrase like "the thing is", say "spot on" and "close enough" when your guess is nearly right, talk about a hunch you had, buy yourself time with "I'll get back to you" and "let me sleep on it", and learn what to do when something is way over your head so you can let it wash over you instead of panicking. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to follow…

Improve Your English While You Walk | 45 Minutes, No Screen Needed (A2, B1) | Everyday English Academy Grab your shoes and step outside, because this one is made for walking. Sarah and Mike talk slowly about describing the street around you in English, the wet sidewalk, the bare tree by the mailbox, the scaffolding on a building being fixed, so you can practise saying real sentences out loud while you move. It is a daily English conversation you can listen to on the way to work, to the shop, or just around your own block. Do you ever run out of words when you try to talk about the ordinary things you see every day? Walking along with Sarah and Mike, you will practise describing an overgrown hedge and an uneven paving stone, naming things like a pothole, a laundromat and scaffolding, talking about cold wind and why you shiver, and using natural phrases like "watch your step", "it turns out" and "without fail" in your own true sentences. This episode is perfect for A2 English learners who want to build…

Ending a conversation politely is one of the hardest things to do in English, especially when a friendly neighbor catches you in the driveway with a melting bag of ice in your arms.What do you actually say when someone is standing between you and your front door?If you have ever wanted to leave a chat kindly without sounding rude, this one is for you.This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to sound polite and natural in real conversations with neighbors, shop staff and old friends, and to build everyday vocabulary they can use the same day.💡 Tip: Pick one exit line today and say it out loud before you meet your neighbor.📚 Vocabulary in this episode• corner someone: block someone so they cannot leave• get roped into: be pulled into something you never agreed to• long-winded: using far too many words• ramble: talk on and on with no clear point• rattle: make a quick knocking noise• clerk: the person who helps you at a counter• mortified: extremely embarrassed• caught off guard: surprised and…

Changing a habit is hard, and talking about it in English can feel just as tricky. Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, honest conversation about trying to change your routine: cutting back on coffee, going to the gym in a dark winter morning, reading instead of scrolling, and what happens when a new habit quietly stops after nine days. This daily English conversation gives you the words you need when a friend asks how your new plan is going and you have to answer truthfully. What do you say when someone asks about the habit you started in January and you gave up on it in February? In this friendly English podcast you'll learn how to use "cut back on" when you are drinking less, how to talk about temptation in the supermarket drinks aisle or in front of a bakery window, the difference between "temporary" and "permanent" changes, and natural replies like "I'm off it this week", "I fell off it for a bit" and "I'm back on it now". Sarah and Mike also practise how to deflect a question politely, and how to say…

Habits of People Who Never Give Up | Intermediate English Podcast (B1, B2) | Everyday English Academy Everybody has a hobby that is still sitting on the coffee table, half started. Today Sarah and Mike talk slowly about the habits of people who never give up, from a harmonica that gets picked up and put down again to a language app deleted on day sixty-two at a rainy bus stop. It is a calm English podcast conversation that gives you the words to talk about your own stops and restarts, at work, at the gym, or in your studies. Have you ever announced on a Monday that you are getting back into something, and then quietly stopped by Thursday? Listening to Sarah and Mike, you'll learn how to describe a setback in simple English, how to say you keep meaning to do something, when to lower the bar instead of planning a huge overhaul, and how to use give up on with a person (which means something much heavier than quitting a hobby). You'll also hear friendly, everyday ways to answer when a neighbour asks how your new…

The First Day at a New Job | Everyday English Academy Starting a new job in English can feel like a lot of names, forms and fast talking all at once. Sarah and Mike slow everything down and walk through a first day at work, from telling the receptionist who you are to signing forms, meeting your team and asking a manager one clear question about a task. If you are getting ready for a new workplace, an induction day or a first week with new colleagues, this daily English conversation gives you the words you will actually need. What do you say when someone tells you their name and two seconds later it is gone? In this friendly English podcast chat you'll practise asking "Sorry, could you repeat that, please?", saying "I didn't catch it" without feeling shy, checking a task with "Just so I'm clear", repeating instructions back in your own words, and asking who to go to when you get stuck. Sarah and Mike also talk about words like induction, orientation, colleague, supervisor and probation period, plus what it…

Have you ever left a conversation group feeling like everyone else was miles ahead of you? Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, easy English conversation about why we compare our English to other people, and what a fairer way to measure progress looks like. If you have ever gone quiet at a loud dinner table or slipped out of a class early, this one is for you. How do you know if your English is actually getting better? In this friendly English podcast conversation you'll practise saying "Could you slow down a bit" and "Bear with me" without feeling embarrassed, talk about what it means to hold your own in a fast group chat, learn why a yardstick matters more than other people's speed, and pick up natural words like take stock, trail behind, stagnate and tangible. Sarah and Mike also share Mike's forgotten name tag from an old class, and one small Sunday habit that makes progress easy to see. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to build real-life speaking confidence, follow fast group…

What Nobody Tells You About Getting Older | English Listening Practice (B1, B2) | Everyday English Academy Getting older is something we all do, and it comes with its own set of words. Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, honest chat about aching backs in the morning, quiet evenings with a cup of tea, and why a Friday night at a crowded bar is not as tempting as it used to be. If you have ever wanted to talk about how your body feels, how tired you are, or how your priorities have changed, this daily English conversation gives you the language to do it. How do you say you are tired in a way that sounds natural, not like a textbook? Listening along, you'll practise describing a slow ache in your back, telling someone you feel weary after a bad night's sleep, using "take its toll" to talk about stress and long hours, softening a confession with "I'll be honest" and "speaking from experience", joking gently about being over the hill or set in their ways, and saying what you cherish now that your priorities have…

Tea or coffee? It sounds like a small question, but it comes up almost every day at work, at a friend's house, or in a café. Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, easy English conversation about tea drinkers and coffee drinkers, and about how we offer, accept, and politely refuse a drink. This is daily English conversation practice you can use the next time someone puts the kettle on in your office kitchen.Do you ever say "no thank you" and then the other person keeps offering anyway? In this friendly English podcast chat you will practise offering a drink with "Can I get you anything?" and "whatever you're having", refusing kindly with a reason ("I'm all set, I've already had two cups"), describing taste with words like bitter, bland, and acquired taste, and disagreeing in a warm way with "I get what you mean, but" and "point taken".This episode is perfect for A2 English learners who want to talk about their daily drink habits, describe tastes, and sound polite and natural when someone offers them tea or…

7 Conversations Every English Learner Should Be Able to Have | B1, B2 Podcast | Everyday English Academy Some conversations come back again and again, no matter where you live or travel. Sarah and Mike slow things down and walk through seven of them, from small talk at a party to telling a waiter that the wrong dish arrived, so you have real words ready when the moment comes. If you have ever gone quiet because a stranger asked you a simple question, this English podcast is for you. What do you say when someone asks how you like their city and your mind goes blank? Over these seven scenes you'll practise starting small talk with a stranger at a party, introducing yourself at a work event, asking someone to repeat more slowly, saying sorry when something came up and you have to move a dinner, ordering food your way ("chicken, with the salad dressing on the side"), and disagreeing kindly with "I see what you mean, but" and "You have a point". You'll also hear how to explain the same idea again more simply,…

Getting lost in a new city is normal, and asking for directions in English is a skill you can practise today. Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, easy English conversation about stopping a stranger politely, understanding the answer, and finding the place you are looking for. If you travel, walk to work in a new area, or help visitors in your own town, this daily English conversation gives you the words you really need on the street. Have you ever asked someone for directions and then walked away with no idea what they said? In this friendly English podcast you will practise starting with "Excuse me, sorry to bother you", saying "Sorry, I'm not from here" so people slow down, following simple instructions like "Go straight ahead" and "two blocks to the junction", using landmarks such as a green pharmacy sign or a bright green door, understanding words like opposite, crossing and fork in the road, and asking "Could you say it a bit slower, please?" when the answer comes too fast. This episode is perfect for…

Autumn Vibes And Rainy Day Activities | Everyday English Academy Autumn is one of the easiest seasons to talk about in English, because there is so much to describe: the colour of the leaves, the smell of the air, the sound of rain on the window. Sarah and Mike take a slow walk through a cool bright morning, then head inside for a rainy afternoon, chatting about crunchy leaves, pumpkin harvests and how to describe rain from the lightest drizzle to a full storm. If you ever get stuck making small talk about the weather or the season, this daily English conversation gives you the words and the rhythm to join in. How do you say it is raining when it is only a little bit, and how do you say it when the street is flooding? Listening to Sarah and Mike, you will learn the difference between sprinkle, pouring and torrential rain, describe autumn foliage and bare branches, talk about the harvest season, use cosy words like curl up and snuggle, and drop in natural phrases such as one of life's simple joys and now…

Your First Week in a New Country | Easy English Podcast | Everyday English Academy Landing in a new country is exciting, and it is also confusing, so this slow English conversation is all about surviving your first week abroad. Sarah and Mike talk about arrivals halls with no phone signal, jet lag at the lunch table, and the paperwork you have to do before anything feels normal. If you are moving, studying or travelling somewhere new, this daily English conversation gives you the words to describe those first strange days. Have you ever stood under a row of airport signs and had no idea which arrow was yours? In this relaxed English podcast you will practise saying a place feels disorientating, describing jet lag and how slowly you adjust, talking about registering at a government office and jumping through hoops for a phone contract, and using friendly phrases like get your bearings, Take your time and Baby steps when everything is new. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to build…

How to Talk to Anyone, Anywhere | 20 Minutes of Real English Listening Practice (B1, B2) | Everyday English Academy Small talk with strangers is one of the hardest parts of everyday English, and most textbooks skip it. Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, relaxed conversation about how to start a chat with anyone, anywhere, from a bus stop to a quiet office kitchen at six in the morning, and how to leave that chat politely without feeling awkward. If you have ever said hello to a colleague and then had no idea what to say next, this English podcast episode is for you. What do you actually say after "hello"? In twenty minutes of natural, easy-to-follow English, you will practise how to break the ice with a comment about the weather or a broken coffee machine, ask open-ended questions instead of interrogating someone, find common ground with an acquaintance you barely know, notice when a person is too busy to talk, and end a conversation kindly with lines like "I'll let you go" or "Anyway, I'd better get…

Improve Your English Just by Listening | 40 Minutes of Real English (B1, B2) | Everyday English Academy Borrowing a step stool, returning a book you have had for months, asking a neighbour for a small favour: these are the little conversations that feel surprisingly hard in English. Sarah and Mike talk slowly about wobbly kitchen chairs, overdue library books, parcels left with the people next door, and the things we all keep putting off. It is a calm daily English conversation you can follow while you cook, walk, or fold the laundry, and it helps you speak up the next time you need to knock on someone's door. Have you ever waited so long to ask for something that asking became embarrassing? In this relaxed English podcast you will practise borrowing and returning things politely, making a soft request with "any chance I could swing by Tuesday?", explaining why something slipped your mind, using everyday words like overdue, handy, postpone and upfront, and saying thank you to a neighbour in a way that sounds…

Talking About August in English | Easy English Podcast | Everyday English Academy August has its own vocabulary in English, and today Sarah and Mike talk through all of it: the stifling afternoons, the summer to-do list that never got finished, and the shops that quietly close for a few weeks. They speak slowly and clearly, so you can follow a real daily English conversation about heat, holidays and that strange feeling that the summer has flown by. If you have ever wanted to answer "How's your summer going?" with more than one word, this one is for you. Do you know how to describe really hot weather in English without saying "very hot" five times? Listening along, you'll learn the difference between stifling, balmy and lukewarm, how to say you're parched after a walk in the sun, how to talk about plans you keep putting it off, how to explain that a bakery is closed for the season, and how to tell a friend you're staying put in the city this year. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to…

The Power of Small Habits in Language Learning and Life | English Learning Podcast | Everyday English Academy Have you ever made a big study plan on a Sunday night, then dropped it by Thursday? Sarah and Mike sit down for a slow, easy English conversation about small habits: two words in a notebook, a thirty-second voice note in the car, one page of a paperback before bed. This daily English conversation is for anyone who wants to keep learning even on busy, tired days. Why does a two-hour study plan fail while two minutes a day keeps going? Listening along, you'll practise talking about habits that go on and off, saying that you slip up or fall off the wagon without feeling bad about it, describing gradual, manageable progress in simple past and present, and using friendly phrases like get back on track, get into the habit of, and it all adds up. Sarah and Mike also talk about that little app streak going back to zero, and why one lapse is not the end. This episode is perfect for A2-B1 English learners who…

Talking About Mondays vs Fridays in English | Everyday English Academy Ever notice how a Monday feels so different from a Friday? In this friendly English conversation, Sarah and Mike talk about the low Monday mood and the happy Friday rush, using the kind of everyday words you hear at work and around the dinner table. It helps you chat about your week, your weekend, and how you really feel when the alarm rings. Do you ever feel worried on Sunday night before a new week starts? Listen along and you'll learn how to talk about 'the Sunday scaries' and the Monday blues, ask a friend 'How was your weekend?', describe a boring day with words like 'mundane' and 'tedious', count down to 'hump day', and cheer for the home stretch as you finally clock off on Friday. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to build everyday work and weekend vocabulary and speak naturally about how their week feels. 💡 Tip: On Sunday night, write one sentence using 'the Sunday scaries' or 'dread' about tomorrow. ⏱️…

What Your Daily Morning Routine Says About Your English Personality | Everyday English Academy Your mornings say a lot about how you speak English, and that is exactly what Sarah and Mike chat about here. In this slow, easy English conversation, they talk about daily morning routines, from shouting at a rainy weather app to nodding along in an early meeting when you are still half asleep. It is gentle practice for the small talk and quick replies you use before your first coffee. Ever feel too drowsy or self-conscious to speak English in the morning? In this friendly chat you'll practise saying "How's it going?" and "I didn't catch that", learn words like wide awake, apprehensive, and trail off, hear how to keep a chat going at the office kettle, and pick up a simple way to ease into the day out loud. This episode is perfect for A2-B1 English learners who want to build everyday morning vocabulary and feel more relaxed with real-life small talk before they are fully awake. 💡 Tip: Before coffee, rehearse one…

Traveling Abroad vs Staying Home and Why Both Are Great for English | Everyday English Academy Some people learn English on a train platform in a foreign city, and some learn it on the sofa with a drama and the subtitles switched off. Sarah and Mike compare the two, travelling abroad and staying home, and talk honestly about what each one really gives you, from ordering coffee at a café counter to sticking notes on your fridge. If you have ever felt bad about not being able to afford a trip, this slow English conversation is for you. Can you really improve your English without leaving your own country? Sarah and Mike answer that with real examples, so you will learn how to talk about your comfort zone and when to venture out of it, how to say you can get by in a language, how to describe that flat stage when you feel stuck (a plateau), how to pick up words from a series you watch every evening, and how to ask a stranger for directions when the paper map is upside down. This episode is perfect for A2 - B1…

Learn how to answer job interview questions in English!This podcast teaches you simple, practical phrases for your next interview. Practice common questions like "Tell me about yourself," "What are your strengths," and "Why do you want this job?" Perfect for English learners preparing for interviews.Learn professional phrases, confident answers, and interview tips you can use immediately. Improve your English speaking skills and land your dream job!Topics covered:✓ How to introduce yourself professionally✓ Answering "What are your strengths and weaknesses?"✓ How to talk about your experience✓ Questions to ask the interviewer✓ Professional phrases and expressions✓ Interview tips and body languagePerfect for: ESL students, English learners, job seekers, career preparation, business English#EnglishPodcast #JobInterview #LearnEnglish #EnglishLearning #ESL #JobInterviewQuestions #EnglishForWork #BusinessEnglish #InterviewPreparation #EnglishPractice #SpeakEnglish #CareerEnglish #JobInterviewTips #EnglishLesson…

Talking About July in English | Easy English Podcast | Everyday English Academy Let's practise talking about July in English, from that half-gone-year feeling to the long, sweaty afternoons. Sarah and Mike chat slowly about what summer really feels like, the good and the sticky, so you can join a real conversation about the weather and the season. It is the kind of everyday English you need when a friend asks how you are coping with the heat. Ever run out of words to describe a hot, sticky day? In this relaxed daily English conversation you'll learn how to say your skin feels clammy, describe an oppressive summer afternoon, talk about hay fever and pollen, mention that the year is flying by, and use handy phrases like time off, make the most of it, and look forward to. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to build everyday vocabulary for talking about the weather, summer plans, and how the heat makes them feel in real conversations. 💡 Tip: When July feels hot and sticky, say "It's so…

Talking About Renting vs buying in English | Everyday English Academy Renting or buying your first home is a big decision, and it comes with a lot of new English words. In this friendly conversation, Sarah and Mike sit at the dinner table and cheerfully argue about which choice is better, so you can follow slow, clear English while they talk. It helps you feel ready to talk about housing, money, and everyday choices with real confidence. Should you rent a flat or save up to buy one? While Sarah and Mike gently push back on each other, you'll practise the difference between a 'deposit' and a 'down payment', learn how to describe a 'draughty' window or a 'damp' patch on the wall, talk about the 'hassle' of moving heavy boxes, and use natural phrases like 'throwing money away', 'It really depends', and 'in the long run'. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to talk about homes, money, and everyday choices with clearer, more natural vocabulary. 💡 Tip: Learn 'deposit' versus 'down payment',…

Talking About Cleaning Motivation Struggles and Fun English Adjectives for Describing a Very Messy Room | Everyday English Academy Ever put off cleaning your room until "tomorrow", and then tomorrow never comes? In this friendly English conversation, Sarah and Mike talk about why cleaning motivation is so hard, and they share fun adjectives for describing a very messy room. It is easy to follow and helps you talk about your own home, your chores, and your habits in real, everyday English. Why is it so hard to start tidying up when the mess feels like a mountain? Listening along, you'll practise describing a cluttered desk and a filthy kitchen, using adjectives like grubby, spotless and stained, saying that you keep putting it off but will get around to it soon, and telling a friend your room is finally spick and span. You'll also hear how to bribe yourself with a small reward and clean in a short burst. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to describe their homes and daily chores with…

Take away vs home cooking | Everyday English Academy Ready for a cozy English podcast about food choices we all make? Sarah and Mike sit down to compare take away meals with home cooking, sharing honest stories about lazy weeknights, favorite comfort dishes, and that friendly delivery driver who already knows your name. This slow, easy conversation helps you talk about eating habits, weekly meals, and simple cooking in real life. Do you order in more than you cook at home? Follow along and you will pick up how to talk about a craving, describe your go-to comfort food, use 'from scratch' and 'simmer' when you cook, admit when it is time to splurge on a fancy burger, and drop natural phrases like 'in my defense' and 'no judgment' into a friendly chat. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to speak more naturally about food, cooking, and everyday eating habits with friends. 💡 Tip: Cook one simple meal this week and name every ingredient out loud in English. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:32…

Slow summer mornings have a rhythm of their own, and today Sarah and Mike wander through theirs out loud. You'll hear about a fan that clicks with a piece of blue tape on one blade, dew sparkling on the grass, and the warm smell of bread drifting from a corner bakery down the street. There's even a playful little argument about who has the better morning routine, so you can pick up natural back-and-forth English along the way. This one sits comfortably at B1, so relax, follow the pictures, and let the new words settle in. Try describing your own morning in three sentences after you watch, and slip in one present continuous action. 💡 Tip: Try describing your morning today in three sentences, and use one present continuous action. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Introduction 1:02 Talk About Summer Mornings in English 1:42 Waking Up and Early Morning Sounds 4:16 Coffee, Porch and Present Tenses 7:02 The Street Wakes Up and Neighbour Habits 12:31 Speaking Practice 16:47 Vocabulary Review and Next Episode 📚 Vocabulary in this…

English Can Change Your Life | Everyday English Academy Can English really change your life, or does it just change your Tuesdays? Sarah and Mike sit down to argue it out, with a few eye-rolls and a lot of warmth, and the answer might surprise you. Along the way you'll hear how to ask a baker the name of that golden pastry, how to borrow a screwdriver from a neighbor without feeling awkward, and what to say when a delivery shows up at the wrong door. This one is for you if you sometimes freeze, get flustered, or wish you could clarify something on the fly. Keep it simple, stay curious, and let the small wins add up. 💡 Tip: Pick one phrase, say it out loud thirty times, then try it somewhere low-stakes this week. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Dialogue + Practice 0:23 Warm-up 0:47 Dialogue + Practice 13:24 Shadowing 13:36 Dialogue + Practice 15:50 Review 18:05 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • clarify: make something more clear • direct: saying it plainly, no extra words • staller: words you say to buy thinking time •…

Coffee Personalities in English | Everyday English Academy Learn English the easy, relaxing way with Sarah & Mike — slow, clear conversation for B1 learners. Read along with the on-screen subtitles and pick up new words as you listen. 💡 Tip: Repeat one café phrase out loud every morning until you can say it without thinking. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Warm-up 0:31 Dialogue + Practice 13:52 Shadowing 14:26 Dialogue + Practice 18:30 Review 19:46 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • regular — Someone who visits often. • counter — Where you order at a café. • rush hour — Busy morning travel time. • sip — Drink slowly in small mouthfuls. • frothy — Covered in light milk bubbles. • easy-going — Relaxed and calm with people. • sweet-toothed — Loving sugary food and drinks. • indecisive — Can't choose quickly. • fussy — Picky about small details. • laid-back — Calm and chill. • trendy — Following what's new and cool. • wired — Buzzing from too much caffeine. • particular — Wanting things a certain way. • dash — A tiny…

The Power of Saying No in English | Easy English Podcast | Everyday English Academy Learn English the easy, relaxing way with Sarah & Mike — slow, clear conversation for B1 learners. Read along with the on-screen subtitles and pick up new words as you listen. 💡 Tip: Saying no doesn't have to feel rude — wrap it in a soft 'I'd love to, but...' and your refusal sounds warm and clear at the same time. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Warm-up 0:14 Key Vocabulary 0:27 Dialogue + Practice 8:42 Shadowing 8:56 Dialogue + Practice 13:11 Review 13:57 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • firm — Strong and clear, not weak. • assertive — Calm and sure of yourself. • flaky — Often cancels plans; not reliable. • rain check — A promise to do it another time. • turn down — To say no to something. • swamped — Very busy; buried in work. • straightforward — Clear and easy to understand. • come across — To seem a certain way to others. • hesitate — To wait because you're not sure. • on the spot — Right now, with no time to think. 🔔 Subscribe…

Talk About Fresh Starts | Everyday English Academy Learn English the easy, relaxing way with Sarah & Mike — slow, clear conversation for B1 learners. Read along with the on-screen subtitles and pick up new words as you listen. 💡 Tip: To remember new phrases, try saying them out loud instead of just reading them. It builds muscle memory! ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Dialogue + Practice 4:48 Shadowing 5:05 Dialogue + Practice 9:54 Review 11:43 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • procrastinate — to delay doing something you should do • habit — something you do regularly without thinking • laziness — not wanting to work or use energy • magnificent — very beautiful or impressive • motivate — to make someone want to do something • collapse — to fall down because you are very tired • phase — a short period of time when someone acts a certain way • exhausted — very, very tired • redefine — to change the meaning of something • productive — getting a lot of work done • prioritize — to put the most important things first •…

Learn To Speak About Your Hometown! Learn English the easy, relaxing way with Sarah & Mike. Slow, clear conversation for A2-B1 learners. Read along with the on-screen subtitles and pick up new words as you listen. 💡 Tip: Today, we're exploring how to describe your hometown. Listen for phrases that help you share your feelings and experiences about where you live. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Warm-up 1:17 Dialogue + Practice 16:30 Shadowing 16:45 Review 18:06 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • roundabout — a circular junction where roads meet • quaint — attractive in an old-fashioned way • bustling — full of busy activity • sprawling — spread out over a large area • claustrophobic — feeling trapped or uncomfortable in small or crowded spaces • run-down — old and in bad condition • up-and-coming — becoming popular and successful • homely — simple, warm, and comfortable, like a home 🔔 Subscribe for a new slow-English episode every week. #LearnEnglish #EnglishListening #EnglishPodcast #ESL #EverydayEnglishAcademy

Learn English the easy, relaxing way with Sarah & Mike. Slow, clear conversation for A2 learners. Read along with the on-screen subtitles and pick up new words as you listen. 💡 Tip: Learning English is a journey, not a race. Focus on small, consistent steps and celebrate every little success along the way! ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Warm-up 2:03 Dialogue + Practice 19:03 Review 20:12 Wrap-up 📚 Vocabulary in this episode • outdated — old and no longer useful or correct • fluent — able to speak a language easily and smoothly • discouraged — feeling a loss of hope or motivation • gradual — happening slowly, step by step, not sudden • rusty — a skill that is not as good as it used to be because you haven't used it • regain — to get something back that you had before • momentum — the energy or force that keeps something moving once it has started • persistent — continuing to try to do something even when it is difficult • commit — to fully decide to do something and promise to do it • bold — brave and confident enough to…

☀️ Talking About June in English | English Podcast for Beginners Welcome back to Everyday English Academy! In this episode, Sarah and Mike chat all about June and the start of summer — the long days, the hot weather, summer getaways, and that happy summer mood we all love. It feels like two friends talking over coffee, so you can relax, listen, and improve your English naturally. This is perfect for beginner and intermediate learners (A2–B1) who want to practice real, everyday English through fun and natural conversation. No boring textbooks — just useful words and phrases you can actually use in real life! 🎧 In this episode you'll learn how to talk about: Summer weather and the heat The longest day of the year Summer holidays and trips How the summer mood affects us Staying cool when it's hot 📚 Useful English words & phrases in this episode:✅ Summer solstice – the longest day of the year✅ Baking – very, very hot✅ Humid – when the air feels wet and sticky✅ Heatwave – many very hot days in a row✅ Shade – the…

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