RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Have you ever been frustrated because you heard other people laughing, but didn't understand the joke in English? And do you want to be able to use your English to make other people laugh? If your answer is "yes," then we have the perfect podcast episode for you here. We brought on Luke, from  Luke's English Podcast   to give you some expert advice about humor--because Luke is not only a kickass B...

Do you ever feel alone in your learning, like you don't have anyone who helps and supports you? Who tells you to keep going and is rooting for you to be successful?  If you have ever wished that you had friends, family, or a role model who would support you through the challenge of learning English, then this podcast episode is just for you!  Download or listen now! And remember to visit the show...

Have you ever jumped off a cliff? Or skied down a hill in a meter of snow? Or hopped out of a plane a kilometer above the ground?  Ok, maybe we can't help you be the next world famous daredevil , but we can help you be an extreme English learner and teach you some extreme sports vocabulary! Which is exactly what we are going to do in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast. Are you ready to a...

Something English learners  always complain about is not having the words that they need to express themselves like they would in their mother tongue. That is why in this episode we are taking a deep dive into some advanced techniques for learning,   remembering, and  using more vocabulary. Having a rich active vocabulary is a key aspect of fluent communication, so I guarantee that the recommendat...

Ethan writing you from Barcelona where there were recently some terrorist attacks from the 16th - 18th of August, 2017. Fortunately, I was not personally affected, but these tragic events definitely got me thinking, and that's what we discuss in this episode of the RealLife English Podcast.  The headlines all say some variation of "14 Dead in the Attacks in Barcelona." And although this is effecti...

If you have been following the episodes since the RealLife English Podcast #150 then you will have been completely immersed in the RealLife Way, our methodology for success in English and in life (if not, you may want to first go back and listen from Episode 150).  Today we give you TEN TIPS on how you can start following the RealLife Way and guarantee your fluency. Are you ready to kick ass? List...

This episode of the RealLife English Podcast is at the TOP of the RealLife Way--so if you have made it this far, congratulations! You are already well on your way to not just learning it, but living it! And the ultimate expression of this is when you can use your English to actually change the world!  I know it sounds like a big goal, but as Gandhi said, "Be the change that your wish to see in the...

Hey you there--yes you! Are you ready to communicate in English like an expert? It's not just enough to wish for it. And no, it's not enough to go to class two or three times per week or study grammar. The secret lies in just one skill--in a willingness to open your heart, to be vulnerable, to face your shame, and to be COURAGEOUS! If you master the skill that we will talk about in this episode of...

Are you ready to be empowered with the strategies, skills and courage you need to step outside of the classroom, and not just learn English, but to live it? Are you ready for  this next big step  in our new methodology,  the RealLife Way ? Aww yeah! Today, in  Step 3 , we are both breaking a big myth related to native English speakers AND helping  you  with your goal of having native-like English....

Aww yeah! Are you ready to go BEYOND the boring traditional methods and learn English like the natives do--by USING it?!?  Without a doubt, the most successful English learners I have met completely surround themselves with the language. They create an environment and lifestyle that mimics the experience one might have if she were living in an English speaking country. And without a doubt, this is...

Where there is a will, there is a way! Nowhere is this truer than when learning a foreign languages. This expression explains that if one's desire and determination are enough, she can find a way to do anything. So, if you bring your want of English fluency, and you are willing to work hard for it, then we will show you the way!  In this podcast, you will learn the 3 pillars of determination:  Des...

In this episode, we are thrilled to present an outline of our new comprehensive 5-Step methodology that we have developed over the last four years with RealLife English. The next FIVE episodes will go in depth about each step of the RealLife Way and how YOU can start applying this to your English and your life:  PART I - Where There's a Will, There's a Way PART II - Don't Just Learn it, Live it PA...

Do you love shopping? Or maybe you only do it when you absolutely must? Either way, it can be extremely frustrating to go shopping when you don't have the vocabulary to ask for what you need: The right fit? The right fabric? The right cut?  Well, listen to this episode and learn how to navigate the malls in any English speaking country! And hey, you might even fall in love... --- Send in a voice m...

In this week's episode of the RealLife English Podcast, we talk about the mind blowing story of Kilian Jornet from Catalonia (in the northeast corner of Spain). Recently, he became the first person to RUN up the world's highest peak, Everest!  And in honor of Kilian, we will be talking all about English vocabulary for runners and expressions with the word RUN. Everyone can learn something and laug...

Without a doubt, a frustrating part of communicating in a foreign language is making a phone call. You cannot see the other person's face or rely on gestures, and you have to answer spontaneously. It can feel extremely embarrassing to admit that you don't understand something seemingly simple the person on the other side said.   In this episode we share share recommendations for speaking on the ph...

Planning on traveling on planning to the US soon, but haven't prepared for the visa interview? In this episode you are going to learn all about what to expect when going through the application process, and how to prepare for the interview. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reallifeenglish/message

Like any other language, English is filled with so many slang expressions and rude terms, most revolving around human genitalia. Humans tend to find lots of interesting ways to use sexual organs to describe how they are feeling, from anger to extreme joy and delight. Although this is not always the most appropriate language to use around certain people, knowing these expressions can give you great...

Have you ever heard of, or even experienced reverse culture shock ? Many people who have lived away from their place of birth, or culture they grew up in, experience this when returning to their mother land. It is the experience of returning home but everything feels foreign. In this lesson me and Justin discuss what reverse cultural shock is, and some of our personal experiences readapting to our...

In 2016 the United Kingdom decided to leave the European Union in what was called Brexit. As  the dust still hasn't really settled (it's too soon to see any real effect)  since this happened, people are still really unsure what this means for the global economy, and other side effects this could happen all over the world.  In this episode we have a special guest, Martin, from Essex in the United K...

Independent of what language you speak, where you were born, or if you are religious or not, love is something that affects us all.  In this episodes of the podcast we talk all about getting married and how weddings are celebrated in western culture. This will be a great lesson to help fill your vocabulary with lots of cool new wedding terms and expressions, and culturally prepare you for all the...

Are you really taking advantage of all the opportunities you have to learn when traveling and experiencing new cultures? In this episode Ethan talks about all the mistakes he make while staying in Thailand the last couple of months. Ethan didn't learn the language, didn't meet any locals, didn't understand the culture, and didn't make the most of this amazing opportunity. We are going to give you...

Attention all movie buffs! If you are looking for a cool way to meet with new people, make new friends, or even take someone out on a date, movies are a great way to create an instant connection and give you something to talk about.  Learn some cool ways to ask people about movies, and discover more about that person through movie conversation.    --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.sp...

Lucy from the popular YouTube English channel, English with Lucy , is here to tell us all about how to speak English clearly and confidently. Lucy got her feet wet in ESL while teaching English in Seville, Spain. She is fluent in Andalusian Spanish and is currently learning Italian. Working with Spanish students, she knows how challenging learning a non-phonetic language like English can be, and h...

Eating at restaurants in English can be tricky, and raise a lot of questions for all non-native speakers. Am I being rude with the waiter? Should I leave a tip? What's the right way to order? In this episode of the podcast you are going to learn all aspects of eating out at restaurants for politeness, booking a table, and free refills.   See Show Notes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaste...

Have you ever need to go to a doctor in an English speaking country, but felt worried about communicating your health problems in English. In this episode we are going to help your feel more confident when visiting the doctor, preparing you with all the necessary vocabulary needed to explain common symptoms, aches, pains, and strange rashes.   SEE SHOWNOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://pod...