English & Coffee

Welcome to our 200th Episode of English And Coffee!  This is an amazing time and it's been such a wonderful journey.  We have talked about everything from daily on-goings in the world to employment and from sickness to language hacks.  We have run the gambit and lived to talk about it...lol     In today's pour, we talk about the humble start of the podcast and how it...

In today's pour, we take a step back and just marvel at how far life has brought each and everyone of us. We wouldn't be where we are at this exact moment, if it wasn't for all the good and bad that we have experienced in our lives. Learning a language is but a small piece in this grand puzzle that we get to work on every day. Grab your cup...and let's take a walk:) *Transcripts can be found at ww...

The ability to speak freely and confidently in a foreign language is not something that just "happens"...it's something that builds up over time. In today's pour, I'm going to share a speaking exercise that you can implement into your weekly routine, even if you feel that you don't have enough time to improve your English. Now...grab your coffee and Let's GO!

The reason most people decide to start learning a language is because it initially excites them....And then...somewhere along the path of learning grammar rules and reading boring texts they lose their motivation:( It's a tragedy, but it happens. So, how can one keep their motivation at an optimal level primed for success? Well...I'm glad you asked:D The trick is to learn your target language with...

In today's pour, we are going to talk about common illnesses, ailments and sicknesses that one can experience in life. It is important to be able to discuss these things in any language that you study because you just never know when you might need it. So, grab your cup and let's G.O\m/ * Transcripts can be found at www.englishandcoffee.org

For some reason, people still find themselves tripping over the time requirements needed to a language. For those people, I would like to present a question. If you approached "Eating Food" the same way that you approach your English...Would you Starve? If "Finding Time To Study English" is still an obstacle for you, listen to this! As a matter of fact, anyone that struggles finding time to pursue...

You ever try to avoid a conversation with someone that you know they are not ready for? You give them every chance to just drop the topic...but they just keep pushing it 👀 So, in the end..you are forced to tell them what you really think and then the inevitable happens🙈 In today's pour, I share a little bit about a conversation that just happened😬 Enjoy \m/ * Transcripts can be found at www.eng...

Have you ever found yourself spending countless hours in front of the tv watching Netflix's latest hit? Maybe you're a Game Of Thrones fan or you're more of a Hulu" Pose" type? But...here's the million dollar question... If someone was to put the camera on you for the world to see...Would anybody watch it? Would you watch it? Would you spend hours and days back to back cheering yourself on as the...

In today's pour, we do a live reading of Charlie Chaplin's "When I Started Loving My Self" speech. The speech itself is simple in nature, but full of reflection and contemplation. I chose this particular speech to provide you with an opportunity to become acquainted with another form of text that can significantly improve your command of the English language. I have also included a surprise inside...

The world is full of people that often start and stop pursuing their language goals, due to not feeling that they are making any "progress". In today's pour we go deep into roots of a solid language progression and uncover a new perspective to keep us thriving through the challenging periods. This is a long one...have a backup cup on standby:D Enjoy \m/ *Transcriptions Can Be Found At: www.english...

*Before we begin...apologies for the audio...I thought that my mic was plugged in and didn't realize until the end that it wasn't plugged in...but...but...Fortunately, I was able to pick up audio with the onboard and throw a little EQ into the mix...So if u hear any discrepancies in the audio of this episode...You know why🙈 Now that that's out of the way...In today's pour, we meet your archenemey...

In today's pour, we break bad with "B". We go back to the basics and basically break down a few idioms and phrasal verbs that start with "Back". Being that this is English and Coffee, you should be able to breeze through these boisterous waters like a bee bouncing by a blooming bellflower;) Enjoy\m/ * Transcripts available*

Anyone that has been studying a foreign language for sometime will tell you that there are a few signs that will let you know when you are on the right path. This same thing occurs when taking on most endeavors that require a large chunk of your time and mental bandwidth. In today's podcast, I share 3 things to look for when trying to gauge where you stand in the realm of becoming conversationally...

In today's pour, we take a look at the speed at which people travel through life. We inquire about the reasons that they rush to wherever they are headed, as well as, explore the reasons why some people prefer to take their time. Which side of the fence do you sit on? Do you speed everywhere you go or do you pace yourself? Let's Get Into It! Enjoy \m/ *Transcriptions are available on the website*...

In today's pour, we revisit the beginning and explain the goal behind the English And Coffee podcast. We also look at the future direction and breakdown how new listeners can fully benefit from this podcast. Enjoy\m/ *Transcripts available at www.englishandcoffee.org

In today's pour, we go down the rabbit hole to get to the very root of one of the biggest obstacles impeding your progress. What we uncover at the bottom may come as a shock to some of you...because deep down...you already knew the answer. "The Red Pill" is not an easy pill to swallow, but it is necessary if you are going to become the success that you truly want to be. Enjoy \m/ *Transcriptions a...

In today's pour, we talk about dreams and the strong influence they can have on our lives. Also, I share a big announcement about a new addition to the site:) Enjoy \m/

In today's pour, we read a excerpt from a best-selling author and then answer a few questions based on the reading. So, put on your thinking caps and let's begin...Enjoy :)

In today's pour, I'm going to walk you through a language building exercise that will do wonders for your conversational speech. The best thing about it is the fact that you can spend as little as five minutes a day or however long you want! While listening, you will hear me working through the exercise to show you how it should sound:) Enjoy \m/

If you're someone that feels that they have hit a plateau in their English journey, you'll want to listen to this one. As we all know, learning a new language is about more than just memorizing a few words and watching a movie or two. To become proficient in a language, one must dig a little deeper to go further in their journey. In today's pour, we are going to talk about that very thing and lear...

Sometimes it seems like people are waiting around for that "perfect moment" to do or start something. "I'll learn English when I have the time to do it". "I'll travel to Brazil when the kids graduate from college". You've heard them before...they are those love to sit on the sidelines and wait for "The Ideal Time To Do Anything"... while the rest of us..Live in "The Real". In today's podcast, we a...

In English, we have an expression that says, "Ignorance Is Bliss". Now, for a lot of people this may ring true, but I bet to differ. In today's pour, we are going to peer deep into "ignorance" and try to make sense of it all. If you know anything about today's topic, then you already know that this will not be your typical brew :D Enjoy \m/

In today's pour, we talk about the evolution of man and how current technology is shaping our future. This is a good one for those with a high level of English, as it will be chockful of idiomatic expressions and loose grammar structure that will take us beyond the stars. One more thing about this specific podcast..It's a Big Boy:D You will need to grab your biggest coffee mug and tastiest treat t...

Distractions are those little things that have a way of jumping in the middle of your best-laid plans and seemingly putting your desires on hold. These little setbacks can come in the form of a simple phone call or even a full scale argument with your spouse... So what does one do when a distraction is trying to uproot your plans? Well...You can go with the flow:) In today's pour, I serve up a rat...

In today's pour, we talk about a series on Netflix called "Zoo". I've recently been watching it and wanted to share how one could use it to improve their grasp of the English language:) Enjoy \m/