Accent Coach Bianca

⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE WHILE LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE⚠️ In this episode, I’m back with hypnotherapist Katie Crooks for part two of our discussion. This time, she takes us deep into the world of vocal work — way beyond just mechanics and pronunciation. We’re talking voice, resonance, vibration, identity, culture, and self-expression. It’s a doozy. Whether you’re an actor, a speaker, or just curiou...

Ever feel like something’s holding you back when you speak? In this episode, I sit down with hypnotherapist and former voice coach Katie Crooks to talk about all the things that affect our voice—tension, old habits, even how we think about speaking. We dive into breath, belief, and why feeling safe matters way more than perfect pronunciation. It’s a deep, fun, and super real chat about finding you...

We’re still celebrating Hamilton ’s 10th anniversary! 🎉 In this episode, I’m joined once again by my friend Hayley Davis as we dive into Act Two of the show. We’re talking all things rhythm, rhyme, vowels, and why speaking faster might actually be working against you. It’s a fun, nerdy, musical deep-dive you won’t want to miss! What have YOU learned from Hamilton? What’s your favorite Act 2 song?...

In this episode, we’re not throwing away our shot because we’re celebrating the 10th anniversary of Hamilton! I’m joined by my friend Hayley Davis, and we’re diving into everything Hamilton! from what it can teach you about speaking English more naturally, to the difference between rapping and singing, and the power of connected speech. Trust me, Hamilton can seriously boost your English skills. T...

In this episode I speak to my friend, and moderator of our discord, Guillem (or William) about Minecraft. But really we talk about learning because you might be surprised of how many parallels are between Minecraft and language. Self-discovery, creativity, and how to practice accent work creatively. It´s a really fun episode. Have you ever used Minecraft (or any other game) to learn a language? Ch...

In this episode, my professional translator friend GRAG and I to dive into the wild world of translation— particularly Japanese translation— and all the head-scratching and oddly satisfying challenges that come with it. We’re talking about impossible deadlines, made-up words and all the weird and surprising stuff that gets lost (or transformed) along the way. If you've ever wondered what separates...

What’s the funniest sound in English? That’s the totally serious and extremely important question my friend Lindsay and I set out to answer in this episode. Lindsay, a self-titled "comedy nerd," will walk you through the squiggles, pauses, and babbling that makes something actually sound funny— even before the punchline hits. And the best part? These lessons might actually help you in real life. E...

The Psychological Aspect of Your Accent: Insights with Walter Freiberg In this episode, I talk with long-time friend and language/life coach Walter Freiberg. We delve into the psychological aspects of mastering an accent, motivation, and mindset in language learning. By sharing my journey and experiences, we offer insights from personal and client experiences. We also discuss the importance of sup...

In this episode, I talk with Hala Warda, who shares her experience and knowledge on what it's like to be a voice actor or voice artist and how to get started in voiceover work. From recommendations for software and hardware to securing opportunities and even creating a voice demo, this is a great episode to help you get started in voice acting. Are you wanting to get into the world of Voice Acting...

In celebration of Tolkien Reading Day on March 25th, we're diving deep into the magical world of language in fantasy settings! And who better to join me than my good friend Dela Martin, a true lover of all things fantasy adventure! In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of conlangs, idiolects, worldbuilding, and even share a few tips to help you embark on your own fantasy reading advent...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Rennie, an experienced English teacher based in Guadalajara, Mexico. She shares her extensive journey in teaching English across various countries and cultures, focusing on the four essential language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Discover effective strategies tailored for high-level professionals and learn about useful resources and...

In today's episode, I'm with one of the teachers from my Accent Teachers Academy, Hayley Davis. She is a trained vocalist. We'll be discussing the movie Wicked and trying to figure out what it is about musicals that we find so appealing, as well as exploring some musical jokes in the movie that you may have missed. I'm on a quest to turn you into a fan by the end of this episode. Connect with Hale...

In this episode, we dive deep into enhancing your online teaching business with Marco Cruz Rodriguez. We discuss the importance of a pleasurable customer experience, the role of email marketing, and the benefits and challenges of various all-in-one platforms like Squarespace, WordPress, Wix, Kajabi, New Zendler, and System. Marco shares valuable insights from his journey from computer engineering...

Join me and my friend Walter Freiberg to defy gravity by talking about our love for the movie Wicked ✨ and how it tackles themes of learning, unrecognized talent, skill building, recognizion, authority and marketing. Even if you're not a fan of the movie, you'll still find a lot to elearn from this episode. 💚🩷 Connect with Walter 🌐 Walter's Website - https://www.walterfreiberg.com/ Walter's In...

Join me as I chat with Irina, a successful English teacher for immigrant professionals and a former member of the Accent Teachers Academy. Irina shares her journey from a few thousand to over 70,000 Instagram followers! Together, we discuss strategies to build a professional personal brand on Instagram, create engaging content, and convert followers to customers. Learn about the nuances between re...

In today's episode I talk with my friend, Hayley, a pronunciation coach who's here to tell you her 3 top tools as a teacher that Will help you master any accent you're trying to achieve. You may be surprised to learn there are some you already have. Don't forget to join my free monthly masterclasses! Sign up for the mailing list to access them: https://accentcoachbianca.com/ Connect with Hayley: I...

Join us in an enlightening conversation with Audrey Lacrone, a renowned dialect coach who has made waves in the industry with her unique journey from acting to coaching Hollywood's elite, including Oscar winner Daniel Kaluuya. In this episode, Audrey shares her valuable insights into the world of accent and dialect coaching, discusses the challenges of building a successful business, and offers ti...

It's the holiday season! I love getting cozy this time of year to re-watch one of my favorite holiday movies: Love Actually. So, I had my friend, accent trainer Mark Byron Dallas, watch it with me just so we could discuss the accents for you. In this episode, we talk about how accents are sometimes toned down for international audiences, the specific differences you can hear between Welsh and Iris...

In this Episode I chat with my good friend Adrian, a fellow accent coach. Learn about Adrian´s skills, tips and anecdotes about being a polyglot! And how this skill enhances his teaching methods, together, we discuss the importance of understanding the production and context of sounds in language learning AND teaching! And how connecting similiar sounds between different languages can make a huge...

In this episode, I sit down with my friend, dialect coach Mark Byron Dallas to explore Lexical Sets. Powerful tools for improving vocabulary, accent, and pronunciation. These hidden gems Will help you categorize and recall words, making language learning easier and more intuitive! Don't forget to join my free monthly masterclasses! Sign up for the mailing list to access them: https://accentcoachbi...

Join me in this heartwarming episode where I talk with Artur, a fellow English teacher based on Brazil! We both picked up skateboarding again as adults, invoking fears, challenges and the need for patience, things we can also relate to in the language learning world. We share our personal experiences, and how community support, goal setting, and the role of a dedicated coach are vital in any learn...

In this Episode, I chat with William about the many benefits you can have by using technologies such as ChatGpt and Co-Pilot on a daily basis! And how to achieve a better pronunciation using this tools! Getting to know and love this softwares will give you a new perspective on learning, and I’m very excited for you to try all our tips on your process! Our discord server now has a FREE tier! So joi...

Discord is such a diverse place! In this episode, William and I continue discussing why we feel like Discord is a great tool to both meet new people and improve your english. Our discord server now has a FREE tier! So join now! -> https://discord.com/invite/3N5nA94 You can also join my free monthly masterclasses! Sign up for the mailing list to access them: https://accentcoachbianca.com/ Connec...

In this episode I talk with William, the moderator of our Discord Server, together, we talk about the many benefits our members get by joining the feedback club, how to overcome the awkward process of breaking the ice and find guidance with the rest of the community. Our discord server now has a FREE tier! So join now! -> https://discord.com/invite/3N5nA94 You can also join my free monthly mast...

This is the last episode of a special series where you can follow along with a real person receiving accent coaching from me. In this final session, we go over a script Miguel prepared. We'll correct some problems with specific words within this script and you'll notice that repetition is trully the key to perfection. This episode might be hard to follow as audio only. Be sure to check the Youtube...