Mon, 22 March 2021
In this week's podcast, we're talking all about how you can use dating apps to practice your English. We discuss why these apps are useful to learn English and how you can start today. We'll also tell you how you can start a conversation and reply as well as some safety issues to be aware of. Show notes here.
Direct download: RLEP_226_How_to_Use_Dating_Apps_to_Learn_English.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:25am -03 |
Mon, 15 March 2021
Is it possible to get fluent in 3 months as many companies claim? Can you do it without leaving your home country? In today's podcast, Ethan, Andrea and Ollie, define what fluency is and what effect a 3-month plan can have on your ability to speak English. Show notes here.
Direct download: RLEP_225_Fluent_English_in_3_Months_Is_it_Possible.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:55am -03 |
Tue, 9 March 2021
In today's podcast, we're talking all about how to complain in English. As you're probably aware we have a culture of not really complaining, so when we do, we do it in an extremely polite way. So, we'll teach you lots of phrases and tips on how to complain politely whether you're at work, traveling, in restaurants, or hotels and in many more places. Show notes here. |
Mon, 1 March 2021
Over the past year, we've been spending a lot more time at home, but this doesn't mean that you have to stop learning English or making progress in your language learning. We have some great tips for you that are going to help you get some structure in your language learning as well as some ideas on how you can continue learning and practicing at home.
Direct download: RLEP_223_How_to_learn_and_practice_English_at_home_alone.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:06pm -03 |
Mon, 22 February 2021
Platforms like Zoom, Skype of Google Meet are used more now than ever before. Some of our students have brought up some of the challenges that come with speaking in English while using these platforms. What do we say when the audio isn't working? Or when the other person's screen freezes? Or when we accidentally interrupt ourselves? Ethan, Andrea and Ollie share some strategies, tips, and vocabulary to use in video conferences, no matter if it's a business meeting, a team meeting, meeting with your friends or even having an interview.
Direct download: RLEP_222_English_for_Zoom_Skype_Teams_Meet.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:30pm -03 |
Mon, 15 February 2021
In this week's episode of the RealLife English podcast, your new fluency coach Ollie guides you through a whole range of different Australian TV series that you can start watching now, from movies, series, reality shows to soup operas! He also shares some fun Aussie idioms you'll love hearing about.
Direct download: RLEP_221_Best_Australian_Series_to_Learn_English.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:04pm -03 |
Mon, 8 February 2021
We're thrilled (excited) to introduce you to Ollie, our newest Fluency Coach at RealLife English! Can you guess where he's from? (Hint: He doesn't have a US or a British accent) This episode is your chance to get to know Ollie as we put him in the hot seat and ask him about his language learning, travel adventures, inspirations, and much more! As you'll see, we ask him some interesting questions that you'll find useful next time you meet someone new!
Direct download: RLP_220__15_Questions_for_Great_Conversations__Meet_Your_New_Fluency_Coach.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am -03 |
Mon, 1 February 2021
In this podcast, Ethan and Andrea talk all about their favorite songs from 2020 that can help you to learn English in 2021. Not only do they talk about their favorite songs, but they talk about some favorite vocabulary and phrases from them and they break them down for you.
Direct download: 219_Best_Songs_to_Learn_English_with_in_2021.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:00pm -03 |
Mon, 25 January 2021
In this podcast, Ethan and Andrea discuss how you can improve your listening comprehension. Did you know that 60% of our time spent communicating is by listening? And that we only retain 25% of that information? This could even be less when English isn't your native language. Be all ears in this fantastic episode and find out how you can become a better listener and improve your comprehension.
Direct download: RealLife_English_Podcast_218_-_How_to_Improve_your_Listening_Skills.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:08pm -03 |
Mon, 18 January 2021
Last year we did "10 Best Netflix Series to Learn English with in 2020" on our YouTube channel and you loved it! Well, it's 2021 now and we're sharing with you our picks for the best shows that you can use to keep it rocking with your English learning this year! |