608 : Topical English Vocabulary Lesson With ...

In today’s conversation transcript, you’ll listen to a realistic, upper-intermediate to advanced English conversation between a couple (Alex and Jamie) after Jamie picks up the car and discovers a repair bill that’s way bigger than expected.This episode is packed with natural con ...  Show more

Have you ever thought, “I’m confident in my language… but in English I feel smaller, quieter, flatter?” If that’s you, you’re not crazy—and you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m going to explain why it happens using a powerful framework: the 5-Part Identity System.Your identity ...  Show more

We are thrilled to discuss "Como Agua Para Chocolate," a novel that beautifully intertwines Mexican culture, cuisine, and magical realism. Discover the story of Tita, whose forbidden love and emotional journey are expressed through her magical culinary creations. Thi ...

On the 16th October 2023, I met with Claire Launchbury and Charles Forsdick to discuss the recent publication of Transnational French Studies (Liverpool UP, 2023), a collection of essays that draws attention to the diverse objects of study and methodologies that can be brought to ...  Show more

Learning a language goes beyond memorizing words and basic grammar rules. Understanding culture is like having a context that allows you to give the right meaning to each new word you learn. The more you know about the social and cultural background of the language, the easier ...

As you can imagine, a country as large as the United States has many regions with their own distinct personalities. In this episode, Andrew and Kassy chat about all of the different regions in the United States. They discuss things like food, culture, accents, natural features, a ...  Show more