English Podcast with Tommy

Making mistakes in any language happens.-But making the same mistakes over and over again, is not something that you should be doing!-In her return to the podcast, Eleanor talks to us about why mistakes are commonly made.-We deep-dive into some top tips to stop those same mistakes from arising all the time.-Come and join us and find out more about what you can do to enhance your English-learning.

Learning English for some of us doesn't come easy.-And if it doesn't come easy, then we find it hard to motivate outselves to even want to continue our English journey.-In her debut episode, Ana Helena talks to us about where her English journey started. From business administration as a bilingual secretary to international relations, Ana Helena has always been immersed in the English language.-So how can we keep motivated while continuing our English journey? That is exactly what Ana Helena talks about in this episode, :-).-Join us and find out some key elements to English success with a teacher who has over 30 years experience!

Watching series is a great way to improve your language skills.-And in her debut episode, Laís talks to us about how she used TV series to study and improve her English.-We also look at not one, but two top quality series that will help you improve your English.-Which ones are they? Tune in to find out. They are not the most obvious ones!

We all learn languages in different ways, that's a given.-But what we choose to use depends, obviously, on who we are and what we like.-In their debut episode. Klaudia and Aga talk about what things they like to improve their English.-From TV series to films and music, we talk about different media that these two wonderful teachers use to improve their English and teach it.-SPOILER: which of these two is a big Taylor Swift fan? Come and find out!

We all experience English in a completely different way, whether we experience it as a natives or non-natives.-In her debut episode, Flávia talks to us about her teenage years where she started teaching to pay for her student fees.-From that moment onwards, despite English teaching not being her first choice job, Flávia never looked back on the opportunity to expand her horizons!-Join us and find out more about what made Flávia the amazing teacher and coach that she is today.

Yes, APPlying ourselves is something we can't struggle with at all.-With so many apps on the market nowadays, it's almost hard not to laugh at the situation.-In her return to the podcast, Luiza and I talk about the amount of apps we have available to us as language learners.-But, as you'll find out if you APPly yourselves (pun intended ;-)), there are a select few that Luiza really appreciates.-Come and join to find out about the Apps that'll boost your English learning.-Spoiler: most of these are ones you'll NOT have heard of!

Earlier this year, the series 'Adolescence' hit our screens to a whirlwind of comments.-In her return to the podcast, Suzana talks to us about the series.-We go on to discuss the lessons that we can learn from this series, including the effect it had on Suzana as a teacher and as a person outside of the classroom.-Buckle up and come and learn with this award-winning series

In today's world, there are a lot of people who can speak more than one language. And one of these is Letícia-In her return to the podcast, Letícia talks to us about her love of bilingualism and why she believes in bilingualism.-We also talk about the necessity of bilingualism in today's society and how we, as parents use bilingualism, every day.-Strap in and find out more about bilingualism that doesn't mean bye lingualism.

There are certain jobs which are not for the faint-hearted. One of those is being a translator.-Being a translator is a job, which can be very lonely at times, sitting in closed rooms, headphones on, listening to people talking and directly translating everything they say word-for-word.-And Analuci, on her debut is someone, who turned their backs on being a translator, to become a translator.-From working at a big company, Ana tells us how she decided she wanted to teach instead.-And teach, she has indeed! find out in this episode about how she became a teacher, and which world-class football / soccer playres she has taught in the past!

Believe it or not, we always need a plan to learn a language, and that goes for English as well.-In her debut episode, Gabi talks to us about her beginnings of speaking and teaching English.-From the dream of being an airline pilot, Gabi realised that she wanted to sleep in her bed every night.-From this moment onwards, she decided to become a teacher.-Strap yourself in for a journey at a few thousand feet and find out how Gabi became an English teacher!

Patience, as many know, is a virtue.-And it can be incredibly hard stay patient while we're learning a language.-In her debut episode, Júlia talks about her language journey to becoming an English teacher.-Despite her young age, Júlia has had to stay patient.-Starting her teaching journey at the beginning of pandemic, everything was a bit of a surprise.-Come and join us to find out more about Júlia's journey and her tips to stay patient while learning!

Learning languages doesn't come easy to all of us, that's fine.-Even harder is to find confidence and be positive while going through the hard times as a language learner.-So what should we do?-In her debut episode, Thaís tells us about her language journey from not understanding certain tenses and not really liking the language until she became really confident.-So how can I ooze confidence and enjoy the journey?-Well, jump in and find out about how Thaís has become a really positive teacher and person, when it comes to the English language!

Free time is something a lot of us don't have in our lives.-But in her return to the podcast, Marina tells us that one of the best and most enjoyable things to do is to actually enjoy that limited time that we have.-Marina talks to us about something she did a day or so before coming onto the podcast, which made her realise that free time is also relaxing.-Sit back, enjoy, and relax as Marina talks us through a traditional Brazilian dance that made her relax!

As we already know, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is well and truly here to stay with us, whether we like it or not.-In her debut episode, Zdravka drops by to tell us about her past, growing up in the former Yugoslavia, then Serbia, and how she became an English teacher.-Despite teaching a lot, Zdravka is someone who likes to spend her time finding out about AI and how we can use it efficiently.-Find out in this episode about Zdravka's past and also her present and future in the world of AI!

English language journeys can take different forms.-And today's guest, Renata, has a truly amazing journey that she can call upon.-Originally from Brazil, Renata tells us in her debut episode, about how her love for the English came from studying in the USA.-From there, Renata started working for a big multinational company and eventually as an English teacher.-Strap in to find out more about her journey. Also find out how many times Renata went back and forth to the USA.

The Gilmore Girls, a series that for amny years warmed many peoples' hearts and broke many others. It's a series synonymous for the mother-daughter duo of Lorelei and Rory, and their friends, who live in Sleepy Hollow.-But what does this series have to do with helping me with my English?-Being an American series, it helps that it's in English. But apart from this you will pick up on a lot of everyday topics, for example business, for example love and many other things.-Strap in and have a listen to why this series can take your English to the next level.

Learning a language is not easy, that's certain.-Today's debutant, Nathaly, comes from the most-visited country on this podcast, Brazil. And Brazil she has made it to the midwest state of Wisconsin.-Nathaly's journey started with learning very basic vocabulary such colours and the verb 'to be'. From there, it was to Rio, famous for the Copacabana, where English took on a different style.-Eventually she ended up in Wisconsin, USA, where she is now.-Come and join us and find out more about her journey and also about top tips she gives us to improve our English.

Artificial intelligence isn't coming — it's already here. And while most people fear what AI might take from us, visionary learners are asking: What can it give us?In this bold and energising episode, Sana returns with a forward-thinking take on AI's role in language learning. From real-time pronunciation feedback to chat-based fluency boosters, she shares concrete tools and clever hacks that you can apply today.But it's not just about tech. It's about how we use it with intention. Sana reveals the #1 mindset shift that will help you integrate AI into your English journey — without losing your humanity or your joy.This isn't science fiction. It's the future of learning — and it's already in your pocket.

Life doesn't always go to plan. And when you've moved countries, changed cultures, and left pieces of your heart behind — staying positive can feel like a full-time job.In her inspiring return to the podcast, Cintia opens her heart again — this time not to talk about the struggle, but the light she's found since migrating from Argentina to Portugal. From tiny morning rituals to life-changing conversations with strangers, she brings the kind of optimism that feels both real and contagious.And yes, she shares the one sentence that helped her feel like herself again. It's simple. It's powerful. And you might need it today.This episode is a reminder that positivity isn't fluff — it's fuel.

English is a worldwide language that is not spoken in English-speaking countries but also countries that have no affiliation etymologically with it.-In her debut episode, Marija talks to us about how a decent amount of people speak the English language, despite the faults in the educational system.-Marija also says that hard work is not something that many people take pride in but it's more of a talent than anything else.-Drop in and listen to the journey of this exciting English teacher.

What if the smallest spark could reignite your passion to learn English — even after a tough week, month, or year?In this heart-centred episode, Ruzanna is back to share something powerful: how glimmers of hope can shift your mindset, boost your confidence, and bring momentum back to your learning journey. Whether you're struggling with motivation or simply feeling stuck, this episode is your warm reminder that even tiny moments of light can guide the way forward.We explore real-life stories, practical ideas, and even the emotional power of noticing what is going well. And yes — she spills the beans on her recent vacation getaway

Forget boring textbooks and endless grammar drills. What if improving your English could feel like watching a beautiful, raw, and unforgettable film?

TED Talks have become something of a phenomenon in the last years with many talks being held about different topics in many different languages.-In her debut episode, Ana talks to us about the use of TED talks and why she uses them during her class.-SPOILER ALERT: find out about what TED talks have to do with her Instagram handle

Yes. Yes. And absolutely yes.

AI (artificial intelligence) is something we are going to live with from now on, that is probably a given.-From help learning a language to help with finding out new information about a hooby you have, AI is everywhere to be seen.-In her return to the podcast, Agnes tells us about why AI is potentially a wonderful tool for language learners, but also we need to be careful with it.-Come and find out why AI can help you but also hinder you at the same time in this eye-opening episode.

We all know that learning a language is not just language learning but also learning about the culture.-And we know that if we move to a new country there may well be some problems acclimatising.-In her return to the podcast, Sylwia talks to us a little bit more about her journey from Poland via northern Europe to Canada.-In this episode Sylwia tells us about how her time in Scotland helped her acclimatise, a little bit, when she moved to Canada.-Jump in and find out about why we don't need to be scared about culture shock and how we can acclimatise ourselves to what might happen if we move to an English-speaking country.

We all know that to improve English we need to do something active.-And at times the most active thing we can do is to take an English course to perhaps help our grammar or to help our vocabulary.-In her return to the podcast, Bex talks to us about her struggles with Spanish, what she could possibly do and why a course can help us take our English to the next level.-Come and find out about what the advantages of taking a course are and what we can do to avoid dropping out too early.

We all know that artificial intelligence (AI) is a new component of language learning. And we also know, whether we like it or not, that Chat GPT is here to stay as well.-In her return to the podcast, we discuss what Chat GPT is, how I've used it in the past, and the failures it has at the moment.-Nevertheless, we also discuss why Chat GPT can help you unlock the next level to improving your English!-Jump in, have a listen and find out some great tips to boost your English!

We all know how English series can help improve your English.-But did you know that foregin language series can also help you improve your English language skills?-In her debut episode, Luci talks to us about her background as a translator, interpreter and English teacher. -We also find out about why she doesn't like big Hollywood productions and prefers to watch foreign language series including Cassandra on Netflix and how watching foreign language series can take your English to the next level.-Jump in and find out about another very talented English teacher, the series she likes, and about who she works with on Instagram!

Learning English doesn't have to feel like climbing Everest in flip-flops.

We all know that reading is an importsant skill when it comes to improving our language skills-And we also know that, despite this, we struggle, at times, to motivate ourselves to read anything in a foreign language.-In her debut episode, Pan tells us about a key to really taking our reading skills to the next level: by reading out aloud.-This may sound like something you don't want to do, but come and listen to Pan and find out about why we should read out aloud!

Learning English is something that doesn't come naturally to all of us.-And becoming a teacher is something is also not something that we all want to do.-But in her debut episode, Maria tells us about how she only became an English language teacher.-Maria was someone, who didn't particularly like English to start with at high school.-The only reason she became an English teacher when she realised she didn't want to become an engineer. -And within one month Maria's world changed. She turned away from becoming an engineer to becoming an English teacher.-With this spectacular journey, learners can also take a leaf out of Maria's book by giving your all to do the best you can in your English journey!

We all know that series can help us with learning languages.- And Juliana, in her return to the podcast, talks to us about a series called 'Younger', which follows the professional life of Liza Miller, a 40 year-old from New York City, who is now alone after her teenager daughter chooses to study overseas.-This comedy brings different topics to our attention, including friendship, work-life balance and many other things.-Come and join us, and have a laugh, as we deep-dive into a new series to improve your English.

Slang isn't just an add-on — it's the secret code to truly belong.

Let's be real: politics is everywhere—on your feed, in your daily conversations, and yes, even in your language journey.

Charmed is a series that is over 20 years old. Yet this cult series of witches with supernatural powers is actually something that can enchant your English.-In her return to the podcast, Yessica explains to us about her experience with the series, how she started watching the series, and why it can enchant you to the next level.-Come and listen to this enchanting episode to find out how you can cast a spell on your English.

Learning a new language? You're not alone. But here's the truth: most people quit not because they can't learn—but because they don't know where to start.

English learning can feel overwhelming. Too many resources. Too many opinions. Too many voices telling you what might work.But Bruna keeps it real. In her podcast debut, she reveals how binge-watching medical dramas like House M.D. and The Good Doctor didn't just entertain her—it rewired the way she learns English.

On the surface, a quirky Canadian sitcom and serious language learning might seem worlds apart. But think again. Behind every awkward pause and hilarious one-liner lies pure gold for English learners.

Let's face it: learning a language is no walk in the park.There are days when every word feels like a mountain. Every mistake feels personal. And every lesson feels like a failure.

The title of this podcast might be obvious to many of you.-But there are still many parents, who believe that children shouldn't learn languages from an early age. So what is right?-In her debut episode, Suzana talks to us about her experience of teaching kids English from an early age and what positive effects it has on their lives.-Tune in, buckle up, and find out more about why kids MUST learn languages from an early age

Let's be real: mistakes are not the problem. It's ignoring them that holds you back.

s it sarcasm? Is it subtlety? Or just a love for awkward silence? British humour confuses many—but it can actually boost your English learning game in ways you never imagined!

What do Bridgerton, Billie Eilish and Bojack Horseman have in common?They're not just entertainment—they're powerful tools to boost your language learning.

When you learn a language, you're also learning a whole world of traditions and beliefs. 

Everyone carries a language journey inside them—but some journeys are pure inspiration.

You might think romantic comedies are all fluff and cliché—but what if one could actually supercharge your English? 

Not all learning needs textbooks or flashcards. Sometimes, the best classroom is in your ears—and that's where podcasts come in.In her debut episode, Letícia shares why podcasts are a game-changing tool for language learners. She walks us through two highly practical, engaging shows—starting with the BBC's 6 Minute English. But what's the second podcast she recommends? You'll have to listen to find out!Letícia also reveals how to use podcasts actively, not just passively. From shadowing techniques to vocab extraction hacks, this episode is packed with tips to help you level up your English while doing the dishes or walking the dog. Ready to learn anytime, anywhere? This is your sign.

In this episode, Meshkat dives into Kiss That Frog! by Brian and Christina Tracy — a transformative guide to turning negative thoughts into positive actions and unlocking your true potential. Originally published in 2012, this powerful book explores how to confront your fears, overcome self-doubt, and embrace a mindset that helps you thrive.Whether you're battling inner critics or simply looking for a boost in confidence and clarity, this conversation is for you. Meshkat breaks down the key lessons with insight and warmth, offering real-life reflections to help you kiss your own frogs and move forward stronger than ever.

Burnout isn't just about work or stress. It can quietly sabotage your language learning progress, drain your motivation, and leave you feeling stuck—no matter how passionate you were at the start.In her debut episode, Agnes breaks down exactly what burnout is, why it hits language learners hard, and how to recognize the early signs before it's too late. She shares practical, science-backed strategies to help you reset, refocus, and protect your love for languages—even during life's most overwhelming phases.If you've ever felt mentally exhausted, demotivated, or unsure how to keep going, this episode is the gentle wake-up callyou didn't know you needed.

Learning a language isn't a straight line. It's filled with highs, lows, and moments where your brain just says, “No more!”That's called a mental block—and yes, it's more common than you think.In her debut episode, Ellie dives into the psychology behind mental blocks in language learning. What causes them? How can you break through? And how can you stay motivated even when things feel stuck? From brain-based strategies to practical routines, Ellie shares simple, powerful tools to help you push through those invisible walls.If you've been feeling frustrated, lost, or like your progress has plateaued—this episode is the boost you need to get back on track.