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Have you ever heard a news story and wished you knew a little more? Maybe you first heard about it in your own language. But English can give you another way to learn about the same event. You can read another report or listen to an interview from somewhere else. Then you can compare it with the news you already know. I do not mean that English reports are always right. No language has all the fac...

Today, I want to help you tell simple stories in English without getting stuck. In this episode, there are many new expressions. So, make sure you get the transcript at: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Maybe you know this feeling. You start telling someone what happened yesterday, and your brain suddenly asks, “What tense do I need?” And then... silence. Usually, you are trying to make every sente...

Hi, everybody! I’m Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Recently, one of my students from Singapore asked me a very good question: “How does listening help me speak English?” Maybe you’ve wondered the same thing. You probably know that listening is important, but how does it actually help you speak? When you listen to English that you understand, your brain hears...

Today, I want to talk about a story you probably know, at least a little: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. I thought this would be a fun way to discover—or maybe rediscover—a famous English story while practicing your English. Maybe you read Alice in Wonderland when you were younger. Maybe you watched one of the movie versions. Or maybe you only know that there’s a girl called Alice, a white rabb...

Today, we are going to talk about awkward travel moments and, more specifically, what to say in English when they happen. Traveling can be exciting, but it can also be a little uncomfortable. Sometimes you are tired, in a hurry, or surrounded by noise, and suddenly even a simple sentence seems difficult. Get the full transcript for free on my website: 

Hi! I’m back with a new episode. Today, we’re going to talk about tourist traps—and how to avoid paying much more than you expected while travelling. Today, you’ll hear some useful and challenging words. Visit my website to get the transcript for free: Ok, let’s start!  

Hi, everybody! I am Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Today, we are going to talk about what happens when a carefully planned trip begins to fall apart. Maybe your flight is delayed or cancelled. Perhaps you miss your connection, your suitcase disappears, or the hotel cannot find your reservation. Lately, these problems seem to be increasingly common, especial...

Hi! I’m back with a new episode. It’s really hot outside, so today we’re going to talk about something refreshing: ice and air conditioning. Yes, ice and air conditioning. Visit my website and get the transcript. Ok, let’s start!

Hi! I’m back with a new episode. Today, we’re going to talk about a very American celebration: the Fourth of July. Today, you’ll hear some new and challenging words. Visit my website and get the transcript. Go to SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast

Today, we’re going to talk about something very common: comparing yourself to others. Get the transcript for free here: Maybe you know this feeling. You open social media, and suddenly everyone seems to have a better life than you. One person is traveling. Another person has a perfect body. Another person has a beautiful house. Another person has a wonderful job. And another person is drinking cof...

Today, I want to talk about something very important. Pancakes. Yes. Pancakes. Get the transcript here: I’m trying to eat more protein and fewer carbs these days. In English, we often say low-carb. That means we try to eat fewer carbohydrates, like sugar, bread, pasta, rice, or white flour. But there is one little problem. I love pancakes. Maybe you understand me. You want to eat healthier, but th...

Today, we’re going to talk about something very common: being too busy. Maybe you know this feeling. You wake up in the morning, and before you even get out of bed, your mind starts working. “I have to answer emails. I have to work. I have to clean the house. I have to call someone. I have to study English. I have to exercise. And, yes, I also have to relax.” Read the full transcript on my website...

Today, we’re going to talk about two very common words in English: kind and nice. Many students think they mean the same thing. And yes, sometimes they are similar. But there is a small difference. A nice person is pleasant, polite, and friendly. Get the transcript here:

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to sound warmer in English. Get the transcript on my website for free:  Because sometimes your English is correct, but it sounds a little cold. Too direct. Too short. Too flat. And that can change the whole feeling of a conversation. The good news is simple: You do not need advanced English to sound warmer. You do not need difficult vocabulary...

In this episode, I’m going to show you how to keep talking in English. After that, we’ll practice with a mini-story. Many English learners have the same problem. At the beginning, the conversation is fine. They answer one question. Maybe two. Get the transcript here:

Happy Easter, everyone! 🐰🌸 A new episode of the Speak English Now Podcast is here: Happy Easter 2026! Learn English with Easter Traditions, Food, and a Fun Mini-Story In this episode, we talk about: 🥚 Easter traditions 🍖 popular Easter food in the US 🐇 the Easter Bunny 🎧 and a fun mini-story to help you practice speaking English Get the transcript here:

Today, we’re going to talk about two systems of measurement that are used around the world: the Imperial system and the Metric system. These are important to know, especially if you plan to travel or communicate with people from different countries. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast

This week is a bit special! All my courses have a 60% discount. I've received several messages with questions about the courses. In this short episode I'm gonna try to answer some frequently asked questions. By the way, you can get the deal at:  

How to choose English listening level? Listening is powerful… but it must be comprehensible You already know that I insist on one thing again and again: you need to listen a lot. You need to listen every day, and you need to repeat the same lessons many times, because repetition helps you consolidate: vocabulary grammar patterns pronunciation …in a natural way. But today I want to make something v...

Have You Ever Had This Moment? You start speaking English. At the beginning, it’s okay. And then suddenly… your brain stops. You know the idea. You know the meaning. But the word doesn’t come. So what do you do? You speak faster. You try to push the words out. And then you feel frustrated. Sometimes you even feel ashamed, like: “Why can’t I say something so simple?” Get the transcript here:

Today we’re going to talk about Valentine’s Day. But don’t worry — this is not going to be a boring episode about chocolates, roses, and red hearts everywhere. Let me ask you something. Is Valentine’s Day really about love? Or is it about pressure? Pressure to buy a gift.
Pressure to be romantic.
Pressure to post something on Instagram.
Pressure to prove that your relationship is perfect. Get the...

Today, I want to talk about dogs again. If you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you already know this isn’t the first time I’ve brought up dogs. Dogs are one of those topics we can come back to again and again, because each time we look at them from a different angle, we discover something new.  Get the transcript here:

Welcome back! This is the final episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we learned how to make an appointment, how to check in at the clinic, and how to answer the nurse’s questions. In this lesson, we will focus on the conversation with the doctor. This part can feel intimidating, but with a few simple expressions and some practice, you’ll feel much more confident. Get the...

Welcome back! This is the third episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we practiced how to make an appointment and how to check in at the clinic. Today, we’ll continue with the next step: talking with the nurse. Usually, before you see the doctor, a nurse will ask you a few questions about your health. The nurse may also take your temperature, check your blood pressure, an...

Today, we will talk about how people in America celebrate New Year's Eve. And with a short story you will learn grammar in context without any boring rules. On my website you can get the 5 Secrets to speak English and also my premium courses. Get the text here: