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Get the FREE 7-day Speaking Practice Plan: ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/7-day-speaking-pratice-plan In this episode, Dan talks about using British TV shows to improve your english skills including: The benefits of using TV shows TV shows you should check out How to use TV shows for shadowing   Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspeakpod⁠ Who am I? My name is Dan and I am a CELTA qu...

Get the FREE 7-day Speaking Practice Plan: ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/7-day-speaking-pratice-plan In this episode, Dan talks about the secrets to improving your speaking skills as well as The biggest mistake non-natives make The reasons why speaking practice is so important The top 3 exercises for improving your speaking skills Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspeakpod⁠ Who am...

Get my FREE speaking practice planner: https://www.britspeak.co/speaking-practice-planner In this episode, Dan talks about why English speakers don't use correct English as well as Why it is not as incorrect as you might think The historical reason for a lot of the "mistakes" How to deal with these issues when they happen Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspeakpod...

Get the FREE British accents guide: https://www.britspeak.co/navigating-british-accents In this episode, Dan talks about one of the myth of the British Accent and tells you: Why people have it all wrong The reason you shouldn't try to change your accent The way British people feel about our accents Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspeakpod⁠ Who am I? My name is Dan and I a...

Get my FREE speaking practice planner - https://www.britspeak.co/speaking-practice-planner In this episode, Dan talks about one of the biggest misconceptions people have about their English abilities and tells you: Why you are stuck in a cycle The reason you are not able to break that cycle The mindshift you need to make if you want to make progress Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.c...

Get my FREE British pronunciation guide: https://www.britspeak.co/navigating-british-accents In this episode, Dan talks about some simple ways you can improve your English pronunciation skills and tells you: Why pronunciation is so important The tools you are going to need for your practice Why your mistakes are not holding you back Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspeakpod⁠ W...

Get my FREE British slang guide - https://www.britspeak.co/slang-guide In this episode, Dan talks about common slang expressions that you will hear in offices all over the UK and tells you: Why understanding this stuff is important for your career Why slang is not just for the pubs and the streets Whether you need to actually use these expressions yourself Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.brit...

Get my FREE British slang guide - https://www.britspeak.co/slang-guide In this episode, Dan talks about common culture shocks you might experience in the UK and tells you: Why understanding this stuff is important for your sanity How to deal with some of the weird stuff we do What you can do to make the transition to life in the UK easier. Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspea...

Get my FREE speaking practice planner - https://www.britspeak.co/speaking-practice-planner In this episode, Dan talks about the dreaded intermediate plateau and tells you: Why this always happens How to overcome this hurdle Why you might be your own worst enemy Want more episodes? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/britspeakpod⁠ Who am I? My name is Dan and I am a CELTA qualified ESL teacher with over...

In this episode, Dan talks about how to overcome common problems when it comes to speaking in English: Why feedback is so important to make progress Finding ways of getting regular practice Why going it alone is not the best option   Register for the BritSpeak Chinwag Club:  https://www.britspeak.co/chinwag-club   Thanks for checking out the   BritSpeakPod . If you enjoyed...

In this episode, Dan talks about how to build your confidence when speaking in English. Learn about: The biggest problems holding you back and how to overcome them today How you can build your confidence to allow you to speak more freely The way of reframing your inner thoughts to allow progress, not anxiety Register for the BritSpeak Chinwag Club:  https://www.britspeak.co/chinwag-club Get t...

In this episode, Dan shares 5 really common expressions used every day in the UK. You will also learn some secrets of British communication like: When a question is not actually a question.  Just because it follows the grammar rules of a question, doesn't mean it is one... The phrase British people use when they are about to say something rude:  If you hear this expression, get read...

In this episode, Dan shares practical tips for improving your English conversations. Here are the main talking points: Open Vs Closed:  Choosing the best kind of questions is important for having better conversations that build deeper connections Listen and Respond:  This is not an interrogation. It is a conversation and you need to learn how to follow up on what has been said. Link...

In this episode, Dan shares practical tips for improving your English speaking skills, addressing the common challenges learners face. Here are the main talking points: Set Clear Goals : Define your communication objectives to tailor your practice effectively. Identify the skills you need to achieve these goals. Be Consistent : Commit to daily practice, even if it's just 10-15 minutes. Regular rev...

This podcast is a bit different. I am going to tell you about my life and the journey I am on and share with you the lessons that I have learned along the way related to living in a new country and dealing with the language barrier. There is also some news about the future of BritSpeak and this podcast! About the Host: Hi, I'm Dan, your host and the founder of BritSpeak. As an online British Engli...

How To Improve Your English Speaking Skills In this episode, I talk about practical strategies to help you improve your English speaking skills. Whether you're facing challenges with pronunciation, vocabulary, or confidence, this episode offers actionable tips to help you communicate more effectively. Perfect for advanced English learners looking to enhance their speaking abilities and feel more c...

The Ten Stages of British Anger In this episode of the BritSpeakPod, we're looking at the weird British ways of expressing anger. From mild annoyance to absolute fury, we'll explore the ten stages of British anger and the specific slang terms used to describe each level. Discover how understanding these nuances can help you navigate conversations with British locals more effectively and avoid...

Why You Should Learn British Slang. In this episode of the BritSpeakPod, we are talking all about British slang and its crucial role in effective communication with native speakers. Discover why understanding and using British slang can improve your connection with locals, improve your listening skills, and help you integrate seamlessly into British culture. We address common fears about using sla...

Today I want to talk about my accent and dialect because they are special to me... but it is also pretty weird. I brought along a special guest who is also from Yorkshire to talk all about our Yorkshire accent! Welcome to Episode 048 of the BritSpeakPod. In this episode, we talk about: - Things that are unique to the Yorkshire accent - Some things that we love and hate about our accent - How to le...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a conversation. You don’t really know what to say next to keep the conversation moving and you can feel that awkward silence creeping up on you. It’s terrifying, isn’t it. Don’t worry though, I will show you how you can solve all of these problems with [checks notes ] tennis?!? Welcome to Episode 047 of the BritSpeakPod. In this episode, I talk about: - Why co...

It’s way too easy to get stuck in your comfort zone in life. The simple truth is that if you want to improve your English skills, you need to get out of your comfort zone and this is why! Welcome to Episode 046 of the BritSpeakPod. In this episode, I talk about: - Why we love our comfort zone even when it hurts us - How progress is made when you feel discomfort - Some tips for getting out of your...

Putting yourself out there when you use your English is pretty scary sometimes. Sometimes, we are terrified about what other people think about our English abilities. The fear of speaking English can really hold you back! Today I am going to share some tips with you to help you overcome your fear of speaking English and learning not to worry about being judged or criticised by other people. In thi...

Making friends and building your social circle can be difficult when you are surrounded by native English speakers. Here are some ways you can connect with new people when living in the UK. In this episode, I talk about: why getting out of your comfort zone is vital the online platforms you need to know about Why you shouldn’t be ignoring small talk Using your interests to meet like minded people...

If you want to make new friends and build better relationships with native speakers, it all starts with small talk. Most people think this is boring or embarrassing, but you couldn’t be further from the truth! In this episode, I talk about: Why small talk can be incredibly powerful Ways that you can make small talk less stressful How Brits approach small talk and how you should too Download “8 sma...

Everyone gets worried about accidentally doing things that will make the people around them angry. Today I will help you avoid this problem by telling you the 5 things you should never do in the UK In this Episode I talk about: How much British people enjoy queueing Keeping the noise down in public Why talking about yourself can be annoying How important manners are for Brits Why you shouldn't act...