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A fun troubleshooting podcast for English learners, with simple solutions for any level. English Airs = Simple solutions + Chances to practice + Tips to practice in one or two minutes a day! All in under 10 minutes, with a new episode once every other week!

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    What's on your mind? (It is "I think" or "I'm thinking"?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 10:37


    Looking at the tenses in English grammar with examples, here are our questions of the day: Is it "I'm thinking" and "I think"? What is the difference?If you have about 10 minutes, you can find out! (If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:use voice-to-text and comment your answers under the video,“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)4. Follow me on social media to get reminders for news about workshops and episodes!English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosNow, let's get going!

    Who is having kittens? (Using "to have" in the continuous form: Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 9:25


    Looking at the tenses in English grammar with examples, here is the second part of the question: How can we use "I'm having" and what does it mean?If you have about 10 minutes, you can find out! (If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:use voice-to-text and comment your answers under the video,“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)4. Follow me on social media to get reminders for news about workshops and episodes!English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosNow, let's get going!

    What are you having? ( Using "to have" in the continuous form:Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 8:47


    Looking at the tenses in English grammar with examples, here is our question of the day: How can we use "I'm having" and what does it mean?If you have about 10 minutes, you can find out! (If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:use voice-to-text and comment your answers under the video,“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)4. Follow me on social media to get reminders for news about workshops and episodes!English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosNow, let's get going!

    Are you seeing anyone? (Using "to see" in the continuous form)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 11:51


    Today while looking at the tenses in English grammar with examples, I am going to help you with another state verb in the continuous form: How can we use "You are seeing things" and what does it mean?If you have about 10 minutes, you can find out! (If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    He is being cute! (Using "to be" in the continuous form)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 10:01


    As we are looking at the tenses in English grammar with examples, I am going to help you with another question: Why do I sometimes hear "You are being unreasonable" or "I was just being polite"? Using "to be" in the continuous form?! How?!If you have about 10 minutes, you can find out! (If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Why are you telling me? (Using "will be doing" correctly!)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 7:08


    In our journey of looking at the tenses in English grammar with examples, I am going to help you with another question: What is the difference between "I will do something" and "I will be doing something"? Are "I'll arrive at 10" and "I'll be arriving at 10" different? Yes! You use "will be doing" in very specific cases, and it can improve your communication significantly. If you have about 10 minutes, you can find out! (If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Did you meet? (Past simple, past continuous and past perfect)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 8:56


    Today we are working on three tenses in English grammar with examples: Past simple, past continuous, and past perfect. Why? So that we can understand what happened first and what happened later.We talked about using past simple and past continuous in episode 8 of season 1 and in this episode we are going to compare them with past perfect.(If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Is it annoying? (Using present continuous for habits)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 7:37


    In this episode, I'm going to help you use two tenses in English grammar with examples:  present continuous for habits and present simple for habits. If you use them wrong, you might hurt someone's feelings or cause misunderstandings. We talked about present simple for habits and regular actions and events in season 1, and today we are learning more interesting things about how to use both correctly.(If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, that's ok; we will do a little review today.  But going back to season one is a great idea to help you remember and speak fluently)Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    I've been painting the walls! (Using present perfect continuous for duration. Part two)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 7:43


    In this episode, I'm going to help you use two tenses in English grammar with examples:  present perfect continuous (for duration) and present perfect simple (for results) for the same situation, but with different meanings! In the previous episode, we talked about two questions that you need to answer when you are deciding between present perfect simple, and continuous. Do you remember what they were? "Is it finished?" and "Is it important?"We talked about the first one last time, and today we are answering the second. If you haven't listened to it yet or haven't practiced, it would be a good idea to listen to it before starting on this one. Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Are you finished? (Using present perfect continuous. Part one)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 8:20


    Using present perfect continuous (repetition) is not complicated. You only need to answer two things: “Is it finished?” and “Is it important?” Today we are going to look at the first point and really, really understand it. and you know what? It will be easy! You only need 10 minutes or so!Remember to go with this flow:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Learn faster, speak easier!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 7:15


    Anyone who studies English wants to learn faster and speak easier, right? The only problem is, learning a language takes time and most importantly needs consistency (meaning you have to keep working on it). So for this episode, I want to show you how you can do that with techniques that will fit in your life. Do you have about 10 minutes? Come with me! Remember to go with this flow: 1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and, - chances to practice. So: 2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    How long did it take? Or, how long did it last?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 8:44


    "How long did it take?" and "How long did it last?" both ask about the time. The duration of time. So, what is the difference? Is there a difference? What will happen if you confuse them? Well, if you have under 10 minutes, I'll help you discover the answer to all these questions, and more! As usual, here's what I recommend you do: 1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and,- chances to practice. So:2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Is "suggest" different from "recommend"?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 8:35


    Is "recommend" stronger than "suggest"? Is one of them more formal? Which one do you use when you speak and which one do you use when you write?If you have under 10 minutes, I'll answer all these questions. 1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. You will get:- simple explanations,- examples,and, - chances to practice. So: 2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers.English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions),“Like” the video (if you liked it!),“Subscribe” (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube),andhit the “Notification” bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going!

    Is it interaction or information?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 8:30


    (English grammar: Say or Tell)The topic of this episode came up during a recent lesson I had. This is one of the points of English grammar that confuses people: should I use "say" or "tell"? The question really is "Is it interaction or information?". You might ask: Is there really a difference? Can it cause misunderstanding? I have another question for you: Do you want to risk a misunderstanding? No?Ok, do you have under 10 minutes? Then come with me:1. Listen to this episode. Listen and try to relax. 2. Listen again, and try to answer the questions out loud. (I can emphasize out loud enough!)3. Follow me on social media to get reminders for at least one more practice during the week. This time, try to give new answers. English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videos4. If you are listening on English Airs - YouTube, do not forget to:Turn on the CC (Closed Captions)"Like" the video (if you liked it!)"Subscribe" (because you don't want to miss extra videos I upload only on YouTube), andhit the "Notification" bell (because why not?!)Now, let's get going! You would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

    Care for or care about?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 8:36


    (Season 2. Episode 9. English grammar. phrasal verbs)Today's episode is another request, this time from Ukraine! As we move forward with English grammar, we are looking at using "care" carefully. Is it "care for" or "care about"?"I don't care", "I don't care about that", or "I don't care for that"? In this episode, you will get:- an easy-to-understand explanation- examplesand most importantly,- lots of chances to practice!Come along!On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

    By or Until?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 8:24


    (S02. Ep08. Elementary English grammar. Time prepositions: by or until?)Today, as we move forward with elementary English grammar, we are looking at time prepositions: "By or until?" I have answered this question so many times! And the answer is really, really, simple! In this episode:- I will help you understand the difference. Finally! - I will give you examples. and most importantly, - I will give you lots of chances to practice! On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

    Try doing? Try to do? I have tips to improve your speaking! (part two)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 9:46


    (S02.E07. Elementary English grammar. verb patterns: Try doing/to do. Tips for improving )If you are trying to improve your speaking, this episode is for you. Today, as we continue to work on elementary English grammar, we are going to look at the verb pattern for "try", and I have some more suggestions to practice in your busy life! So come, listen, learn, get some practice by answering the questions I ask you, and hear some suggestions, too. On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

    Remembering what you learn!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 8:37


    (Season 2. Episode 6. Elementary English grammar. verb patterns: Remember doing/to do. )Do you have a good memory? Do you remember to do things and remember doing things? Today, as we keep looking at elementary English grammar, we are going to check out verb patterns for "remember" and "forget", but that's not all! I am going to share tips on how you can remember better, depending on your learning style! So in short, this is the layout of today's episode:What the difference between "remember to do something" and "remember doing something" is.what types of learning styles here are. Tips for each style.Come along!On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

    Who do you expect to do all that?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 8:30


    (S02. Ep05. Elementary English grammar. verb patterns: I want you to go )In this episode of English Airs we are looking at verb patterns. It's crucial to clarify "Who" you are talking about, isn't it? For example, once I told my students I was taking an exam, and someone said "I wish to pass it." Of course, I knew what they meant (because I am a teacher!), but an English-speaking person might ask "Who are you talking about?!"Do you know where the mistake was? If not, come along! On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

    The Other side!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 8:58


    Elementary English grammar: Other, another, the other, or others?! On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Any berry works!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 8:13


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting: Some, any. A part or whole. Part 2)The person who told you to use some in positive sentences and any in negatives and questions was right, but there is more to that! You can use them in any way you want, but your listener will understand different things. Listen to this episode, and learn how to use them freely and mean what you say. Plus, there are tips on how to practice in a couple of minutes every day!  On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Somebody! Anybody!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 10:04


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting: Someone or anyone? How many are they?)This is the second episode of season 2, and we are looking at the difference between someone (aka somebody) and anyone (aka anybody). We are going to look at:what they mean exactly.how to use themwhen to use themandhow to practice them.On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    I couldn't stop!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 8:13


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting: verb patterns: stop!)Welcome to season two of English Airs! Did you have fun with season one? Did you learn and practice? I hope you did. For the second season, I thought we should talk about how using a verb with different patterns can change the meaning. Also, we will be talking about the differences between some words like "by" and "until", so if you have any issues there, stay tuned in! It means "stay connected" if this expression is new to you. This episode is about stopping, something I couldn't do! Have a listen, and let me know what you think! On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Tips to improve speaking! (part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 5:50


    Everyone, everyone, wants tips to improve speaking. "How do I improve my speaking?" has to be the most common question that language teachers get asked. The answer is simple, very simple. This episode is the outro of season one:I'll give you some of the most important tips to improve speaking in any language you are learning, no matter what.You are also invited to participate in an international project that can go on your CV! Come along! On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    I've just made a sandwich!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 7:10


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting: Present Perfect vs Past Simple. Part 3: just and yet)Are you hungry? Have you eaten yet? I have just made a sandwich! Actually, Schrodingerinthkitchen has just made it! When?If you have listened to the past two episodes, you know that she did it in the past, it is finished (the sandwich is ready!), and we don't know when, right?Well, in this case, we know it was a short time ago. But how short is a “short” time ago? Sigh…Come listen to this episode, where we will add finishing touches to the topic of present perfect, and if you answer the questions and practice on your own until next week, I promise you will get that much better at using this form!On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Still? Or, is it over now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 7:20


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting: Present Perfect vs Past Simple. Part 2: Finished or continued situations)Present perfect vs past simple is one of the scariest parts of English structure for all students. But really, it doesn't have to be. It's simple. Take a look:(In 2021:)"I have lived here since 2016.""I lived here for over 5 years.""I lived here since 2016""I have lived here for 5 over years."Which sentence is wrong?Which two sentences have the same meaning? If you are unsure, come listen to this episode and practice with me. I promise you'll be using them accurately almost immediately, you'll get lots of practice (especially if you listen more than once!), and you'll learn how to practice on your own. On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast?Thank you so much!Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    So, when was that?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 9:29


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting: Present Perfect vs Past Simple. Finished actions in the past)This pair here is one of the most confusing pairs for the students everywhere! In this episode, we will see:How to use present perfect (it's much easier than you think!)When to use past simpleHow to practice it if you have only two minutes for English every day! Visit the webpage for the color-coded transcript, and leave a comment, ask a question, or say anything!On my YouTube channel, you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. Just turn on the CC (Closed Captions):English Airs - YouTubeFind me on social media:English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    The "good" old days?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 7:16


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "Past simple" vs "used to" vs "would": repetitions and comparison with now)We talk about the past all the time; it is was has formed our character and beliefs. Of course, we are all the time trying to become better people, right? Right?! Anyway, things that we have experienced, things we used to do, and how we would spend our time have made us who we are now. Personally, I am very interested in hearing people's stories. It helps me understand them better, and if they are my students, it gives me material to make it easier for them to learn. Would you like to hear a bit of mine? Would you like to share your story with me? Let's learn how with this episode. English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    And then what happened?!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 7:00


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "past simple" and "past continuous" for telling stories)Storytelling has been with us since forever. We love to sit around (preferably around a bonfire, like the one in the picture, while eating something delicious!) and share our stories. And what's the most important element here? Yep, the timeline. Without it, how can you follow what happened?Every time you talk about something that happened in the past, about a memory, or the reason why you did something you are telling a story. So come along and learn how to use past simple or past continuous to tell stories. These are the basics! English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    You mean, every time?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 8:24


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "First conditional" vs "Zero conditional")  You know, I love books. And coffee. If I have a good book and a cup of Turkish coffee in bed, I stay there until further notice! Day becomes night, night becomes day... But wait! I stay there, or I will stay there? I am sure you know that they are both correct, so why did I use one and not the other? In this episode, we are going to look at things that happen every time, and things that will happen once. Well, at least once. Come listen with me to learn, to practice, to make sure you know the difference, or just to give me a comment! Whatever your reason is, you are welcome on the journey!English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    The concert starts at 7!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 6:33


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "present simple" for the future: plans with timetables)We all need a vacation, don't we? No matter what you do or where you work, you have to manage your time so that you can do everything. You also have to match your schedule with the schedule of work, trains, buses, and sometimes movie theaters and concert halls. And that itself is a source of stress! Well, let's at least take the stress out of talking about it! In this episode, we look at how we use present simple to talk about the future.(Episode 6: Present simple for events with timetables)English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    You think it will change?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 10:38


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "present continuous" vs "present simple": temporary situations and permanent situations.)Let's be Zen and live in the present. Okay, but is it present simple or present continuous? Well, it looks like nothing in life is simple, but it can be easy.  Come with me and learn why it is important to choose present simple sometimes, and other times present continuous. Plus, as always, you can find extra help on the episode webpage and the transcript (it's color-coded!). (Episode 5. Present Simple & continuous for permanent and temporary situations.)English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Promises, promises!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 8:51


    (Elementary. Finishing touches on "will": Offers, decisions at the moment, and promises.)How do you offer help? How do you make a promise? What do you say if you are unsure?  Listen to this episode and find out! This is the last of the "future series", where we talk about "will" vs "going to" vs "present continuous".  Check out the previous episodes for more information, and on the episode page find the transcript, Cats & Ads, plus links to extra material! (Episode 4. Will for offers, promises, and decisions at the moment.)English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    My plans are more certain than yours!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 8:58


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "going to" vs "present continuous". Arranged plans and intentions)Getting closer to the date of our plans can be very exciting! Or, if you are going to the dentist, maybe not so much.  Listen to this episode to find out how you can give your listener extra information about your plans without talking more.  You can also do the opposite and choose to give less information! Anyway, you can choose!On the episode page find more resources and extra examples, plus a recipe (in English, Persian, and Japanese), and a ticket! And as always, the transcript!(Episode 3. Present continuous for arranged future plans)English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Can you prove it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 7:55


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "will" vs "going to". Part 2: Predicting the future)Ok, so now we can talk about facts and plans, but what about predicting the future? Should you say "It will happen", or "It's going to happen."? Both?! Why can't things be easy?!But they are! Listen to this episode, and the next time you are giving your opinion about future events, you can sound more believable! Yoda and the cast of Friends will help you learn if you visit the episode page, and you can read the transcript, too!(will vs be going to. Part 2)English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!orYou can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    Why is your future certain?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 8:21


    (Elementary. Troubleshooting "will" vs "going to". Part 1: facts and plans)"I will see you." "I'm going to take a nap!"Both are certain. 100%. So why oh why do we have two different forms?! And when should I use which?Come listen to this first episode with me, and we will see why, practice how, and hopefully have fun without getting bored with grammar exercises!  We are going to look at examples, answer questions, and most importantly, find out how to practice this with only one or two minutes a day! So, come with me! It won't even take 10 minutes! Iron Man and a puppy are on the episode page to help, too! And, the transcript! (Episode 1: Will & Going to for the future. Part 1)English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal! or You can buy me as many coffees as you wish here! 

    All about English Airs!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 4:23


    Oh, hi! This is my intro episode. You will find out about four things here:Who I am,What English Airs is, and Why I decided to make it,Who can use this podcast,and finally, How to make the most of it.Take a look at English Airs and find out more, or read the transcript. English Airs | FacebookEnglish Airs (@EnglishAirs) / TwitterEnglish Airs (@english.airs) • Instagram photos and videosYou would like to support the podcast? Thank you so much! Use info@englishairs.com to help the podcast on PayPal!

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