Go Natural English Podcast | Listening & Speaking Lessons

Join the channel for daily lessons: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Pbt3q-ihROg1lmmmQdU2w/join Or join the podcast for audio lessons on your favorite podcast platform: https://gne.supercast.com Gabby (00:00) If you still struggle to think 100 % in English, then this is for you. If you're new here, hi, I'm Gabby, your American English fluency coach here at Go Natural English. And today we're tal...

Do people ask you to repeat yourself in English? The problem probably isn't your accent. It's clarity. In this episode, you'll learn 10 powerful pronunciation fixes that will instantly make your English clearer, smoother, and easier to understand — without trying to sound American or British. You'll practice: • Linking sounds in connected speech • The American flap T sound (why "what are you" soun...

Most English learners think their listening is "pretty good." This quiz will prove whether that's true. In this video, you'll take a real English listening test based on how native speakers actually talk — fast, connected, and reduced. No vocabulary tricks. No grammar questions. Just listening. You'll hear each sentence one time and write exactly what you hear. 🎯 SCORING: 35–40 correct → Elite li...

Understanding English at work shouldn't feel like guessing. In this episode, you'll practice advanced English listening with real, native-speaker speech used in meetings, presentations, interviews, and professional conversations. This is repeat-after-me listening training designed for professionals who already know English but struggle to follow fast, natural conversations in the workplace. You'll...

Why You Don't Understand Spoken English (Biggest Listening Mistakes + What to Do Instead)  Do you understand English when you read it but struggle when people speak? You're not bad at English. You're making common listening mistakes that most English learners never fix. In this lesson, I break down the biggest English listening and comprehension mistakes that block fluency, confidence, and profess...

Why does English feel easy when you read it, but suddenly impossible when people speak? In this episode, I break down the real reason listening is the hardest skill for intermediate and advanced English learners. The problem isn't your vocabulary or grammar. It's that spoken English doesn't sound the way it looks, and most learners were trained through textbooks, not real conversation. You'll lear...

Talking About Climate Change with Confidence: A Conversation with Dr. Alice Alpert Climate change is a topic that affects every one of us, yet it can feel confusing, overwhelming, or even polarizing. That's why I was excited to welcome Dr. Alice Alpert, Senior Scientist at the Environmental Defense Fund, to the Go Natural English podcast. Dr. Alpert studies emerging climate technologies, evaluates...

Stop Giving Embarrassing Answers — Improve Your Speaking 133% with the D.N.A.S. Method 🗣️ Episode Description: Have you ever left an interview, meeting, or conversation thinking, "Ugh… why did I say it like that?" You're not alone. Even smart, well-educated professionals often sound less intelligent than they really are — not because of their ideas, but because of how they answer questions. In thi...

🗣 Business English for Negotiations — How to Say "No" Without Sounding Rude Learn how to say "no" politely and confidently in English! In this Business English lesson, you'll discover 5 professional ways to say "no" without offending anyone — perfect for meetings, negotiations, and workplace conversations. You'll learn my 5 C's Framework for polite refusals — practical phrases, real examples, tone...

Too many talented, experienced professionals get overlooked at work—not because they aren't qualified, but because they stay quiet. In this episode, Gabby Wallace from Go Natural English shares 10 powerful phrases you can use to speak up in meetings, express your opinions confidently, and get noticed for the capable person you truly are. You'll learn how to join a fast-paced conversation, agree or...

Why is English pronunciation so confusing? In this episode, Gabby Wallace breaks down the  five hardest English sounds —and shows you how to fix them with simple, effective practice techniques. From the tricky TH to the mysterious schwa , you'll learn how to make these sounds clearly and confidently, plus how to avoid the most common mistakes learners make. Gabby also shares the correct pronunciat...

Do you ever hear native English speakers say things like "break the ice" or "hit the books" — and wonder what on earth they're talking about? In this episode, Gabby Wallace from Go Natural English breaks down 10 idioms you'll hear every day — so you can understand them instantly and start using them naturally. You'll get: ✅ Clear meanings and real examples ✅ Repeat-after-me pronunciation practic...

Have you ever tried using slang in English and wondered…  "Did I sound natural?" Slang can make your English sound more authentic — but if you use it wrong, it can get awkward fast. In this episode, Gabby Wallace shares 10 modern American slang words and phrases you can actually use in 2026. You'll learn what they mean, how native speakers use them, and when not to use them. Inside this episode: T...

☝️ Get info on the Complete English Fluency course here: https://gonaturalenglish.com/prereg   00:00 Introduction to You may not know THIS about learning English 00:35 English fluency has no real finish 01:30 Setting specific goals 02:40 English pronunciation 03:34 Individual vocabulary words 04:15 Cultural context 05:05 Consuming English content does not make you fluent 06:35 Fear impacts your fl...

☝️ Get info on the Complete English Fluency course here: https://gonaturalenglish.com/prereg   00:00 Introduction to Improving Your English Every Day   00:28 Choose an article to practicing reading   01:53 Practice a few difficult words  02:28 Review advanced grammar rules 03:03 Create vocabulary flash cards Improving your English skills every day is an excellent goal!  Here are some practical tip...

Enjoy following along to this real, natural, fast native English conversation and learn the important key phrases to understand slang, idioms and phrasal verbs that you may not know yet.

Are you still looking for ways to speak English Fluently? Watch these 5 easy steps with teacher Hailey to master speaking in English!

If you're planning a trip, practice these common English phrases to help you feel confident on your next travel!

Do you know how to call in sick for work or class with confidence? What information do you need to share? Listen to this English lesson with teacher Vida to find out the best most professional and correct phrases that native English speakers use. We hope you won't use these phrases, but when you do, you're now prepared to tell someone the natural English way to call in sick.

A preposition is one of the tricky terms in the English language that tells us where or when something happens. Learn the biggest tip of prepositions with teacher Casie.  Don't get frustrated, I know sometimes English can be really frustrating but you can do it with more practice! 

Today we're going to learn about how to fluently confidently introduce yourself for the first time to new colleagues, new classmates or just anyone that you meet. This is really important because first impressions are everything! We're going to talk about how to really connect with people and the phrases that you need to know to sound like a native speaker.

Did you know that the way you pronounce words can really make a difference in how people understand you, or even if they want to talk with you? Practice difficult words with us today!

Learn phrases used in professional work English situations (not in casual or informal conversation). Sound more professional when you use these advanced business English phrases, and boost your confidence immediately when you understand what they mean when your colleagues use them!

Have you ever thought that learning English was painful, challenging, and difficult? Well, it doesn't have to be! Learning English through stories is one of the most effective ways to improve your English fluency.

Why is it so difficult to express yourself in a foreign language, like the way you really feel? 🤷‍♀️ Let's talk about it and how you can express yourself like a native English speaker. 👋😉   #FastEnglish #EnglishLesson #GoNaturalEnglish