The Road to English Proficiency using everyday words, phrases, cultural information and real-life situations.

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In this episode I talk about interesting facts related to the state of Alaska here in the USA. Did you know that there are over 100,000 glaciers in Alaska! Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 43 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 43 - Interesting Facts About Alaska

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I am uploading this episode one week early as I will be out of town on vacation for about two weeks and wanted to maintain the regularity of uploads for all the listeners.In this episode I go over nine (9) common Phrasal Verbs used in the English language, especially here in the United States. I give you the definition of the phrasal verb and then use it in two example sentences so you can see and understand how it is used in the proper and common context. You might here these in daily conversation, in movies, on TV and other situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 42 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 42 - Common English Phrasal Verbs - Part 3 of 3

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In this episode I go over ten (10) common Phrasal Verbs used in the English language, especially here in the United States. I give you the definition of the phrasal verb and then use it in two example sentences so you can see and understand how it is used in the proper and common context. You might here these in daily conversation, in movies, on TV and other situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 41 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 41 - Common English Phrasal Verbs - Part 2 of 3

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In this episode I go over ten (10) common Phrasal Verbs used in the English language, especially here in the United States. I give you the definition of the phrasal verb and then use it in two example sentences so you can see and understand how it is used in the proper and common context. You might here these in daily conversation, in movies, on TV and other situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 40 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 40 - Common English Phrasal Verbs - Part 1 of 3

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In this episode I talk about a very common term we use in English called a &#34;Bucket List. &#34;Do you have a bucket list? Maybe you should start preparing a bucket list. A bucket list is a list of things you want to achieve and do during your lifetime. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 39 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 39 - What's On Your "Bucket List"

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In this episode I review common ways to say &#34;Goodbye&#34; in English. I go over eleven (11) different types of expressions and some are more common than others. You might here these in daily conversation, in movies, on TV and other situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 38 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 38 - Common Ways to Say Goodbye in English

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In this episode I review common English expressions that include parts of the body in the expression. I also give you the definition and use the expression in two different sentences. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 37 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 37 - English Expressions With Parts of the Body

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In this episode I tell you about the eleven (11) things or areas of English that English Learners have the most problem or difficulty with when trying to learn English. Two of the most common are pronunciation and phrasal verbs, and perhaps you struggle with these as well. Let me know if this is the case for you. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 36 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 36 - The Eleven (11) Things English Language Learners Find The Most Difficult When Learning English

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In this episode I tell you about the fifteen (15) most popular hobbies or pastimes that people did and are doing during the pandemic. Due to lock downs and having to spend a lot of time inside / indoors, many people had a lot of time on their hands and filled that time doing many different types of things. Perhaps you have tried some of these hobbies or pastimes during the pandemic, if so, let me know. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 35 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 35 - The Most Popular Hobbies During The Pandemic

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In this episode I tell you about some of the most common and popular foods that people eat and also beverages that people drink here in Texas. Perhaps you have tried some of these things before, if so, let me know. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 34 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 34 - Common and Popular Food in Texas

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In this episode I go over ten (10) of the most common English idioms and expressions. You will hear these idioms commonly used in conversation, TV shows and in written material. I explain the meaning of the idiom and then provide two example sentences so you can see how the idiom is used in context. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 33 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 33 - Ten (10) Of The Most Common English Idioms / Expressions

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In this episode I go over two very well known Fables from Aesop&#39;s Fables. The first fable is called &#34;The Hare &amp; The Tortoise&#34; and the second fable is called &#34;The Dog &amp; His Reflection&#34;. A fable is a story which has a moral or lesson that you can learn. These are popular for children and young kids to read about. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.comYou can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 32 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 32 - Learning English with Fables

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In this episode I discuss and go over many different ways to say &#34;I Don&#39;t Know&#34; in English. I give different questions which require the answer I Don&#39;t Know and then give you many other ways to say the same thing. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/You can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 31 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 31 - Different Ways To Say "I Don't Know"

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In this episode I discuss and go over English expressions that have the word &#34;HELL&#34; in them. I give you the expression as well as a definition and also use it in two example sentences so you can understand how it is used in real life situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/You can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 30 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 30 - English Expressions With The Word "HELL"

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In this episode I discuss and go over English expressions that have the word &#34;HEAVEN&#34; in them. I give you the expression as well as a definition and also use it in two example sentences so you can understand how it is used in real life situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/You can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 29 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 29 - English Expressions With The Word - "HEAVEN"

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In this episode I sit down and interview my twin brother Gerald and we discuss his language learning experiences. He has studied, to varying extents, different languages like Spanish, Japanese, Hawaiian, Tahitian and now Swahili. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!This episode is the audio from a video interview I did with my brother so the format is a little different than previous podcast episodes. Also, there are no program notes to go with this podcast episode. In the near future you can watch this interview on my Learn Everyday English YouTube site and can turn on the subtitles and follow along there if you would like or need to! You can access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriberAlso, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language.

Episode 28 - Part 3 - Interview With My Twin Brother - His Language Learning Experience

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In this episode I sit down and interview my twin brother Gerald and we discuss his many different and interesting hobbies and interests. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!This episode is the audio from a video interview I did with my brother so the format is a little different than previous podcast episodes. Also, there are no program notes to go with this podcast episode. In the near future you can watch this interview on my Learn Everyday English YouTube site and can turn on the subtitles and follow along there if you would like or need to! You can access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriberAlso, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language.

Episode 27 - Part 2 - Interview With My Twin Brother - His Hobbies and Interests

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In this episode sit down and interview my twin brother Gerald who is an Electrical Engineer and currently works on the Space Station Program for NASA. He talks about himself, his studies, his work history and what it is like to work for NASA. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!This episode is the audio from a video interview I did with my brother so the format is a little different than previous podcast episodes. Also, there are no program notes to go with this podcast episode. You can watch this interview on my Learn Everyday English YouTube site and can turn on the subtitles and follow along there if you would like or need to! You can access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriberAlso, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language.

Episode 26 - Part 1 - Interview With My Brother, The NASA Space Engineer

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In this episode I discuss and go over English idoms or expressions that have the names of animals in them. I provide you the idiom and also use it in example sentence or phrase so you can understand how it is used in real life situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/You can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 25 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 25 - English Idioms With Animal Names

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In this episode I discuss and go over phrasal verbs using the word &#34;HOLD&#34;. I provide you the phrasal verb, definitions and also use the phrasal verb in example sentences so you can understand how they are used in real life situations. Listen to learn more and to also practice your listening comprehension!Also, be sure to check out the Learn Everyday English website at: https://learneverydayenglish.com/You can download the show/program notes for this episode at the website! Just go to the Podcast Resources page and look for Episode 24 Notes!At the website you can listen to all the podcasts as well as access the Learn Everyday English YouTube page where you can watch many interesting and real-life videos to help you improve your mastery of the English language. You can also access the YouTube Channel directly at the link below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdekYyzHcmg9BK30kPmDsOw?view_as=subscriber

Episode 24 - Phrasal Verbs With The Word "HOLD"

The Road to English Proficiency using everyday words, phrases, cultural information and real-life situations.