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Practice and improve your English the EZ way through motivational, personal development, and English skill-based content. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenglishzone/support

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    241. Into the Wild Explained | Intermediate ESL Listening Lesson (Past Tense & “Should Have”)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 26:00


    nto the Wild is a powerful true story about freedom, independence, and the hidden dangers of isolation.In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, you'll explore the real-life journey of Christopher McCandless—a young man who left everything and everyone behind to live in nature. What began as a dream of freedom slowly turned into fighting for survival caused by poor preparation, ignored advice, and isolation.

    240. How to Begin With the End in Mind to Create the best Results for This Life and the Next | Intermediate English

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 25:00


    Today's podcast episode is about choices.Two types of decisions: good and bad and how they perfectly shape your future. It's super simple to understand, but most people ignore it. That's why they never achieve their goals. In this episode, you will learn the simplest way to stop chasing your desires and start chasing end goals!!

    239. Build a Simple and Easy System to Master English in 12 months!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 33:33


    Today's episode is about building a simple system to learn English.If you feel stuck, confused, or inconsistent, the problem may not be your English. Maybe the problem is that you don't have a clear routine. In this episode, we talk about why studying randomly doesn't work and how small daily habits can help you improve.You don't need more motivation.You need a better system.

    238. A Book that changes your thinking about powerful, control, and freedom | Advanced English Animal Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 24:24


    In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, we explore Animal Farm by George Orwell — a short book written in simple English with one of the deepest messages ever written about power, control, propaganda, and freedom.This is not just a book summary.It's a lesson about how power changes people, how language can be used to control the masses, and how easily we can be manipulated when we stop questioning information.Through the story of the animals on Manor Farm, you'll learn:How revolutions begin with hope — and how they can failHow leaders control information, history, and fearWhy propaganda works when people stop thinking criticallyAnd why “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others” is one of the most powerful lines ever writtenThe language is clear and simpleThe ideas are deep and thought-provokingYou'll build vocabulary, listening skills, and critical thinkingYou'll learn how English is not just a language — it's a tool for understanding the worldIf you want to improve your English and strengthen your thinking, this episode is for you.

    237. Ted Talk Tuesday | This One Thing Will Finally Make You Get up and Start Making Better Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 20:00


    Ted Talk Tuesday is back!!Each month, we explore a new TED Talk about success, personal development, and ideas that inspire you to take action and grow.This one is about habits.In this episode, we break down a powerful TED Talk by Charles Duhigg in simple English and explore why willpower is not the real problem — and why habits control more of your daily life than you think.You'll start seeing how small routines, your phone, and your environment quietly shape your behavior… and how changing your system can change your results — especially with English learning.If you've ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated with your progress, this episode will make you change that.Link to the Ted Talk is here.

    236. A Story of Adventure, Mistake, Desperation and Survival | 127 Hours - for Advanced English Learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 27:00


    In this powerful English lesson for advanced learners, you'll listen to the true story of Aron Ralston, a mountain climber whose solo hike turned into a 127-hour fight for survival in the Utah desert.Through this dramatic story, you will:• Build advanced listening comprehension• Learn high-impact vocabulary related to survival and risk• Practice storytelling in past tenses• Master “should have” to talk about regrets, mistakes, and better choices• Improve speaking confidence with guided discussion questionsThis lesson goes beyond English. It challenges you to think about responsibility, preparation, and how small decisions can lead to life-changing consequences.Get the full lesson here.

    235. The Secret to a Long, Happy, and Purposeful Life | IKIGAI Summary for Advanced English Learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 29:30


    What gets you out of bed in the morning?In this episode, we explore Ikigai — the Japanese concept of living with purpose and balance — inspired by the book Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García (and Francesc Miralles).You'll learn how Ikigai lives at the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for — and why true fulfillment comes from balancing all four.Through simple explanations and real-life reflections, this episode will help you think more clearly about your direction, strengths, and purpose — and how to build a life that feels meaningful, not just busy.

    234. Fix your habits, fix your life - Learn English through powerful stories | No grammar drills; just listening and repetition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 31:00


    In this powerful ESL story lesson, you'll follow Gary — a man stuck in bad habits, negativity, and regret — and learn how one decision helped him turn his entire life around. You'll practice should've, would've, could've in real past situations and discover how to talk about regrets, missed opportunities, and making better decisions. This episode will help you improve your grammar, build confidence, and think about your own habits. Listen, speak, practice, repeat!

    233. A Visit to the Doctor | Real-life communication at the doctor's office. Intermediate English

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 26:00


    In this episode, you'll learn how to communicate confidently at the doctor's office. We'll practice useful phrases, real-life questions, and natural English expressions using both the past tense and the present perfect. This lesson will help you explain symptoms clearly, understand what the doctor is asking, and feel more confident in real medical situations.

    232. Jason's Advice for His Team | Learn how to use "Shoud, Have to, and Must"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 21:33


    In this lesson, you will learn about Jason's progress as a restaurant owner as he gives advice to his team. You will learn and practice how to use "should, have to, and must" if you listen to the whole lesson. If you liked this lesson, share it with a friend.

    231. How to become unstoppable by building Emotional Intelligence in 3 Simple Steps | a lesson for advanced English learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 19:37


    Children act based on how they feel in the moment; so if your life is influenced by your emotions and you act upon your feelings, that is a sign you haven't fully grown into a mature adult and that's okay. In this episode, you will learn three powerful, yet simple techniques that you can use to transform, from a child, to a mentally and emotionally strong adult.

    230. Jason's Future Plans | Learn Future Tenses with Real English Stories + Useful Phrasal Verbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 26:00


    In this about Jason's Future Plans, you will practice using "WILL & GOING TO" to talk about future.Stop studying boring grammar rules to improve your English; learn with fun stories like this one. Want to sign up for a class with me or join one of my group classes? Go to www.TheEnglishZone.co and fill out a form or message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_.

    229. Jason's Progress as a Restaurant Owner | 20 Minutes to Learn 20+ new Phrasal Verbs and Practice Grammar | Intermediate English

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 21:00


    In this lesson, we learn about Jason's progress in the past month as a restaurant owner. You will learn and practice Present Perfect Continuous, Future, and how to use "IF" in conditional sentences. It's an excellent way to practice your listening, speaking, and pronunciation. If you liked this episode, share it with a friend!Want 1:1 or group classes? Fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/27u5r444

    228. From the Depth of a Dark Well to the Height of Power and Glory | A Story in Advanced English

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 44:00


    We begin a new Series on The English Zone podcast.This is a beautiful beginning of a 28 part podcast series highlighting the life of the most influential men in history.In this series, you will learn incredible lessons about the meaning of life, our purpose and how to handle difficult circumstances in our life, and the key to ultimate success.

    227. A Chef in the City | Practice Present Perfect; What has Jason done secretly?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 27:00


    Learn and practice your English in a fun way and improve your grammar and speaking the EZ way with short stories and interactive questions and answers on The English Zone podcast.For private lessons, contact @TheEnglishZone_ on Instagram.

    226. Master Present Perfect in Just 15 Minutes with Shadowing + Story Practice.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 18:00


    In this episode, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice how to use Present Perfect with a shadowing lesson, repetition and a fun story in the end.If you liked it, share it with a friend.

    225. My Life Experience in Buffalo, New York | A Story to Master Present Perfect Tense

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 27:00


    In this episode, you will get to practice your English and learn how to use Present Perfect with a fun and interactive story about someone's life experience living in Buffalo, New York. Listen to the story, understand the grammar and answer the questions with me about the story. This is how you can master the grammar.

    224. Jason's Struggle to Success | Practice Past Tense the easy way

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 20:12


    Listen to Jason's funny kitchen mistakes and learn how to use past tense with a story that you will not forget.

    223. Your English will NOT improve if you're not consistent! Here's why!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 11:00


    Many people don't know and don't understand the idea and power of consistency. They think real success is achieved by intense practice and hard work. That's not true. Listen and find out.

    222. Jason's Past Job | A fun and easy story to practice your English grammar and pronunciation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 20:00


    In this lesson, you will learn and practice many new vocabulary words and useful Phrasal Verbs that American's use every day!Listen! Practice! Repeat!

    221. Jason's Busy Night | Beginner ESL stories to practice present continuous

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 12:00


    In this short lesson, you can learn and practice many new vocabulary words and expressions related to working in a restaurant. You will also learn and practice how to talk about something that's happening right now. Listen, practice, repeat!!!

    220. Jason's City Adventure | Beginner to Intermediate English Lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 11:26


    In this lesson, you will learn and practice how to use Present Continuous (Action Happening Right Now) and you will learn many new words and phrasal verbs in the story.You will also practice your grammar, speaking and pronunciation with questions and answers about the story.Listen; speak; practice; REPEAT!

    219. From Difficulty to Success | Low Intermediate English | Listen, practice, repeat

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 21:19


    Want a private 1:1 class with me?Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_Want to practice your English Level 1 with stories like these?Click here: theezway.gumroad.com/l/level1

    218. Don't let AI or Robots take your job! | Learn these skills and you will always have a job

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 27:00


    The future will not be for lazy people.Learn about these skills and you'll always have a job.If you're an English learner, ESL teacher, or someone who wants to build a career that is safe and meaningful, not stressful, this video is for you.Want to watch this on YouTube? Click below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRo-JtP-smsWant a private class with me? Click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbR15KJiL1fsNtgp5JTCAIzAhjsoWfZR8-c4u43mvMxju29Q/viewform?usp=header

    217. Present Progressive | Beginner English | Listen and repeat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 12:36


    Listen, repeat, practice.

    216. Two simple tricks to help you stop gossiping FOREVER!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 11:30


    Do you understand how dangerous gossiping is?It's a behavior so toxic that destroys good relationships, prevents relationships from flourishing and makes a person weak. Listen and learn about 2 very simple tricks to help you stop gossiping forever.Want to connect with me and learn about my English tutoring and coaching services? Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_

    215. This man's life changed after listening to a podcast | Intermediate English lesson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 30:58


    In today's episode you will learn how a man's life changed because of something important he heard in a podcast episode and his decision to stop being lazy.The story is not real. I made it up, but it can teach us a powerful lesson.Stop being lazy!

    214. The Most Dangerous Behavior and the Best Solution for it | Advanced English

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 22:59


    You think you are in control, but you are not.Listen along and find out why you are so lazy and how to say goodbye to being lazy and finding seeing results in your actions.Want to sign up for a course?Click HERE.

    213. The ending of Santiago's journey is NOT what you expect! | The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (Final Part)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 30:00


    After a lifelong journey across deserts, wars, and his own fears, Santiago finally reaches the Pyramids of Egypt—but the ending will surprise you. Was his treasure gold... or something far greater? Paulo Coelho's masterpiece hides a lesson every dreamer needs to hear.✨ In This Final Episode:What's the most important lesson that Santiago learns from The AlchemistHow Santiago's journey teaches us to find our OWN treasureThe secret of the "Language of the World" explainedWhy the robber's mockery holds the BIGGEST clueThe TRUE meaning of the "treasure under the pyramids" (you'll never guess!)Want to watch this on YouTube? Click HERE.

    212. When you see the power of taking risks, you never want to go back. | Adv. English

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 13:30


    It is not about the size of the sacrifice or risk; it's about the timing and how willing you are to take that risk. If want to read this in my newsletter, click here: https://theenglishzone.beehiiv.com/p/sometimes-you-are-one-step-away-from-a-completely-different-life Have a question? Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_

    211. Immediately start using these 17 Phrasal Verbs to speak like a native speaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 9:06


    If you want to stop speaking like you are reading a textbook, start using phrasal verbs in your English daily conversations and messaging communications. Want to be in my class? Fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbR15KJiL1fsNtgp5JTCAIzAhjsoWfZR8-c4u43mvMxju29Q/viewform?usp=header

    210. I played this game and I was shocked what I found. “The mind has everything”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 9:38


    Most people want to have amazing things in life, but their mind is corrupt, they are ungrateful for their current situation and they are not happy with their life. You can't have what you want if you don't have the right mindset for it. Use this game I'm about to teach you to achieve your life goals.

    209. Just shift your focus and everything in your life will improve 100 times

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 31:47


    Most people have it backwards. They deal with many problems that they can't control. That leads to all kinds of problems, failure, sadness and suffering. How to change that and become a powerful, influential and successful person? That's in today's episode. Listen and find out.

    208. In 25 minutes, you will learn how to TRULY listen and DEEPLY connect with others!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 26:16


    Today's episode is about the ART OF LISTENING: how to make more friends, build better bonds and strengthen your relationships.Message me the challenge I mentioned in the podcast on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_Interested in 1:1 classes with me? Fill out this FORM.

    207. The secret to living a life full of love and making others love you is this.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 54:16


    This episode is reading chapter 10 from a book called The Voice of Knowledge. This chapter is about love and how to create your life story with love. I hope you benefit and learn from this episode and all the other episodes on my podcast.Want 1:1 English or coaching classes? Fill out this form: ⁠1:1 with The English Zone⁠Have a question? Message me on ⁠Instagram⁠.All my other links are here: https://linktr.ee/TheEnglishZone

    206. Use this hack to SHIFT your mind to get anything you want! High intermediate ➜ Advanced English

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 22:22


    5 steps to help you figure out what you want.If you want to read the newsletter that I used to make this podcast, click HERE and subscribe. It's FREE and it's straight from me! Want 1:1 English or coaching classes? Fill out this form: 1:1 with The English ZoneHave a question? Message me on Instagram.All my other links are here: https://linktr.ee/TheEnglishZone

    205. Full summary of Atomic Habits by James Clear | Intermediate ➜ Advanced English

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 94:41


    I have made several podcast episodes about this amazing book, Atomic Habits by James Clear, and lots of videos about it on my YouTube channel, but in this episode, I talk about almost everything you need to learn in this book. It will motivate you to start taking small steps to achieve desired results.Watch my videos on YouTube on this book here:The English Zone on YouTubeHave a question or you want 1:1 English or coaching classes?message me on Instagram: @TheEnglishZone_

    204. How to stop your negative self-talk | Ideas from The Voice of Knowledge by Don M. Ruiz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 21:36


    We all deal with negative self-talk from time to time. Many people deal with this negative self-talk which is really dangerous. In this podcast, I talk about how to stop that negative voice that is keeping you on the wrong path of failure. Listen and learn how to tame that inner voice, by using two simple but powerful rules.

    203. What you believe about yourself and others is a lie; here's how to fix those lies.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 16:12


    Sharing insights and ideas from The Voice of Knowledge by Don Miguel Ruiz. I'm currently reading this book on TikTok Livestream. Want to catch me read and read with me? Follow me on TikTok @TheEnglishZone.Want to share your opinions about the book or book a class with me? Message me on IG @TheEnglishZone_

    202. The Big Problems in Your Life are Because of Ignoring the Little Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 12:51


    Trust me when I tell you that your biggest problems are because of ignoring the little daily things. You don't believe me? Listen for 10 minutes as I tell you examples from your own life to prove my point.Have any questions or looking for 1:1 classes to Master English Language? Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_ or click ⁠here⁠.For longer videos, here's my YouTube Channel: ⁠The English Zone on YouTube

    201. In 16 minutes I will teach you the easiest way to write any kind of essay in English!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 16:23


    Believe it or not, every type of essay, presentation, speech, or even movies, follow the same structure that I teach you in today's episode. Listen along and learn the most effective way to write an essay. Have any questions or looking for 1:1 classes to Master English Language? Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_ or click here.For longer videos, here's my YouTube Channel: The English Zone on YouTube

    200. I Visited the Busiest Place on Earth and this is How I Felt. It's Not New York City | Advanced English

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 17:59


    I visited the city that never sleeps and I realized it is also the most reviewed place on Google and it has the highest rating of 4.9/5.0. In this episode, I talk about my experience and why I visited this place.Here's the Google Page: https://g.co/kgs/Gu3tK2h Have a question? Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_

    199. Give me 16 and I'll Tell You Everything You Need to Know about Attention | Intermediate English

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 16:06


    Liked this episode? Share it with a friend.Learned something? Share it with me on Instagram: @TheEnglishZone_

    198. How the Wright Brothers Took Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 16:24


    In this episode, you don't just learn about the Wright Brothers. You will also learn at least 20 phrasal verbs that are used in daily conversations and at work.

    197. Five FREE Things I did to Master English and Speak like a Native Speaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 10:48


    If you don't have money to pay for an English course, I got your back. Do these five things that I talk about in this episode and I promise you, you will be able to improve your English in no time.

    196. He ‎ﷺ could not read or write, but he educated humanity! | Advanced English

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 25:30


    This episode is proof that how you begin does not define how you end up in life. It also proves that education goes beyond the degrees you earn in school and university. Listen and let me know in the comments if you liked this episode.

    195. This is What I Think about the U.S. and the American Dream after Living Here for Many Years! "All that Glitters is NOT Gold"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 23:47


    The best way to truly understand a nation, a country or a culture is through traveling there by yourself and experience life there. And if you live there for along time and pay attention, you will get to learn the ultimate truth about the country and how things operate. This is my understanding of the U.S. from personal experience.

    194. This is Proof that You Can Do Anything | Especially if You're Muslim

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 17:56


    Today is the 17th Day of Ramadan, 1446 in the Islamic Calendar and this episode is about Ramadan,, the Month of Fasting, and how this month proves that you are capable of achieving anything. If you liked this episode, leave a comment below.

    193. Pronunciation Tips to Master Your American Accent as a Spanish Speaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 15:01


    Ever felt embarassed while having a conversation when you couldn't pronounce really simple words that you know so well? Or maybe you didn't know why the other person didn't understand what you said? If so, maybe it has to do with your accent and how you make certain sounds. Listen to this episode and together we'll fix that.Have any questions or looking for English classes?Message me directly on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_

    192. The Secret to True Happiness | Al-Ghazali's The Alchemy of Happiness (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 19:00


    Welcome to Part 1 of our transformative series on Al-Ghazali's masterpiece, The Alchemy of Happiness!

    191. Your English is Not Improving? This is why...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 8:21


    f you want to change anything in your life, you must start with your habits. What exactly are you spending your time on?Listen to my podcast below:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dKjUDxWW6v1TzAKa57nNr?si=4331002c440f4526Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-english-zone/id1461502041

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