Jack McBain
The Fluent Mind ESL Podcast
Welcome to The Fluent Mind ESL Podcast, where we take you on a journey from learning the basics to mastering the nuances of the English language. Our podcast is designed for non-native speakers who are looking to improve their English skills in a fun and interactive way. Each episode covers a wide range of topics to help you navigate the English-speaking world with ease. Join us every week as we explore the English language and help you build confidence in your communication skills. Let's get started!
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Episodes
Topic Talk | Helicopter Moms and Sports Dads 27.05.2024 12:42
To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content or WeChat: atozenglishpodcast In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, we talk about how parents sometimes get too involved or invested in their children's lives. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, it is the English podcast listeners. This is Jack here....
Topic Talk | Xochitl's trip to China 27.05.2024 13:10
In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl talks about her trip to China. To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content or WeChat: atozenglishpodcast Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey, it is the English podcast listeners. This is Jack here. We are excited to offer you a new way to get even more in...
Topic Talk | Why people hate English 26.05.2024 18:33
In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack gives some common reasons why people might hate English. To become an exclusive subscriber, follow this link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content The reasons why some people may express a dislike for the English language can vary widely based on personal, cultural, and educational factors. Here a...
(Open Vault) Topic Talk | How to learn English with music 24.05.2024 10:46
In this exclusive episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about how music can help you improve your English. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 Jack And if you would like to become a an exclusive subscriber to the show, you can hit the link in the description and that will take you to our Red Circle page, where for $1.99 a month you will g...
Topic Talk | 3 strategies for overcoming a plateau in your language journey 22.05.2024 13:12
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack provide three good strategies for overcoming a plateau in your language learning journey. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, thi...
Idiom Academy | Expressions which use the word "finger" 21.05.2024 8:52
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack give you three expressions which use the word "finger." Butterfingers: Definition: This term is used to describe someone who is cl...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Slang terms that have become common 20.05.2024 11:02
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about slang terms that have become commonly used by many English speakers. Bling : This term refers to flashy, ostentatious jewelry o...
Topic Talk | Recurring Dreams 19.05.2024 15:10
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about their recurring dreams. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 Jack And if you would like to...
Culture Corner | What do you hate about your culture? 16.05.2024 16:27
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about aspects of their cultures that they strongly dislike. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03...
Topic Talk | Spoon Theory 14.05.2024 15:16
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about spoon theory: Spoon Theory : The Spoon Theory is a metaphor used to explain the limited amount of energy and resources that peo...
Dear Xochitl and Jack | I'm anxious about my accent 12.05.2024 11:15
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack help out a listener who is anxious about having an accent when speaking English. Dear Xochitl and Jack, I recently moved to an English-spe...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Out of the blue, Take it with a grain of salt, and Give it a shot 12.05.2024 9:02
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss the following three idiomatic expressions: Out of the blue: Definition: Unexpectedly or without warning; something happening sudde...
Topic Talk | Five reasons why you're never too old to learn a new language 09.05.2024 13:41
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about why it's still important for adults to learn a new language. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Fillers 07.05.2024 11:20
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about fillers English speakers often use. English language fillers are words or phrases that people use in speech to fill pauses or g...
Grammar Zone | Push around, Push for, and Push through 06.05.2024 12:18
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack explain the meanings of several phrasal verbs using the verb "push." Push around : This phrasal verb means to treat someone in a b...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Expressions using the word "dead" 05.05.2024 7:52
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack explain the meanings of several expressions which use the word "dead." Dead on : This phrase means exactly accurate or precise. Fo...
Topic Talk | Celebrity Crush 02.05.2024 15:27
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack share their teenage celebrity crushes! Transcript: 00:00:01 Jack Welcome to the A-Z English podcast. My name is Jack and I'm here with...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Punch in, Punch out, and Punch up 30.04.2024 9:14
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack explain the meaning of several phrasal verbs which use the word punch . Punch in : To enter data or information by pressing keys on a keyb...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Texting Slang 29.04.2024 16:34
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl tests Jack's knowledge of common texting acronyms. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 Jack And if you wou...
Topic Talk | My Dream House 28.04.2024 20:19
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack describe their dream homes. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 Jack And if you would like to become...
Culture Corner | Dos and don'ts when meeting your significant other's parents 25.04.2024 13:01
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack give you a list of dos and don'ts when meeting your significant other's parents for the first time. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey...
Topic Talk | What cartoons did you watch as a kid? 23.04.2024 14:48
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about the cartoons they used to watch on television as children. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:0...
Culture Corner | First Date Etiquette in America 22.04.2024 16:03
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss etiquette surrounding first dates in the United States. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 J...
Vocabulary Spotlight | Canadian Slang 21.04.2024 13:26
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack tests Xochitl on her knowledge of Canadian slang. Canadian Slang Terms: Toque - A knitted winter hat, often with a pom-pom on top. Double-double - In...
Culture Corner | Table Manners 18.04.2024 11:42
Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl an Jack talk about table manners in America. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack Hey A-Z listeners, this is Jack here. 00:00:03 Jack And if you would like to...
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