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My podcast is for all learners of the English language. I talk slowly and clearly about different themes. This podcast will help you to better understand English, increase your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation! My Instagram: @englishwitholiver_

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    Talking About Your Job in English: Vocabulary for Career, Pay, and Culture | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 26:07


    New Easy English ☕ Mug: Buy Your Easy English 'Cheers!' Mug Here Bonus Episodes Every Week on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How do you talk about your occupation and ambition? This episode is essential for professional fluency! We teach you key vocabulary for discussing your responsibilities and future goals. Crucially, we dive into the cultural context- why the job question is so common in the US, and what the 'salary taboo' is in the UK and many countries. Learn the language of compensation to speak about your career with confidence!

    Daylight Changing & Habits / Routines | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 22:16


    Get more Easy English learning & Support me on Patreon for bonus content (an extra episode every week!!!):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The days are getting shorter! This lesson teaches you the essential B1-B2 vocabulary to discuss how you adjust your daily routine and manage low energy levels. We break down functional verbs like prioritize, tackle, and back-load to help you talk about time management and seasonal well-being with fluency.In this English lesson, you will learn:New Vocabulary: Routine, Adjust, Prioritize and more!How we change our priorities and routines with changing daylight.How to discuss maintaining well-being when there is less daylight.Listener spotlight, where I read your views on what happiness is.

    The Meaning of Happiness: English Vocabulary for Defining Feelings and Well-being | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 25:23


    Get more Easy English learning & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How do you define happiness? This english learning podcast episode helps you master the language for discussing abstract ideas and subjective feelings. We teach you how to distinguish between joy (the quick feeling) and contentment (the calm state), and how to use terms like well-being and achieve to talk about your long-term goals. Learn the B2 English learning skill of sharing your personal opinion politely and fluently!

    How to Use Sarcasm (and understand it!) | Examples and Tips | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 23:40


    Get more Easy English learning & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Are they serious? Or are they joking? This lesson is your essential guide to understanding sarcasm in English! We dive into the cultural function of sarcasm and teach you to identify the specific tone and exaggeration that signals the speaker means the opposite of their literal words. This is a must-watch for B1-B2 learners who want to achieve social and conversational fluency.In this English lesson, you will learn:The difference between sarcasm and irony.The crucial verbal clues (tone, pitch, and vocal drag) that signal a joke.Phrases for asking for clarification when you're not sure.Why native speakers use sarcasm to soften criticism.

    How to REALLY Say 'Goodbye' in English | English Phrases And Secrets! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 25:35


    Get more News in Easy English & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Don't just say "Bye!" This video gives you the fluent phrases you need to end any conversation gracefully. Learn the subtle signals and vocabulary for leaving a party, finishing a business meeting, or wrapping up a chat with a friend.In this English lesson, you will learn:Functional phrasal verbs like wrap up, take off, and catch up.The polite way to interrupt yourself to signal you need to leave.The difference between the quick US goodbye and the extended UK goodbye.Closing phrases for maintaining contact (keep in touch).

    Talking about AI in English: Vocabulary for Ethics, Bias & the Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 26:38


    Get more News in Easy English & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠My NEW eBook and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Do you need to discuss AI at work or with friends? This episode provides some essential English vocabulary for talking about AI and technology. We break down complex terms like automation, algorithm, and bias, and teach you the language of ethics and predictions. Perfect for B1-B2 learners who want to sound fluent and informed when discussing the future.

    Halloween & Harvest Hype: The Vocabulary of Spooky Season! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 23:19


    Get more Easy English learning & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why do we carve pumpkins?

    How to Make Plans in English (Polite Phrases for Social Conversation)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 19:41


    Get more News in Easy English & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastering social English starts here! This video is your complete guide to making plans and setting up arrangements. We break down all the essential polite phrases and vocabulary you need to invite friends, negotiate a time, and never feel awkward again.In this English lesson, you will learn:How to politely make an invitation and check someone's availability.The meaning and use of the phrase "take a rain check."Essential words to talk about your schedule (free, flexible, tied up).Tips for confident social English conversation.

    Let's Read a News Article in English (Listening & Vocabulary Practice) | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 15:36


    Get more News in Easy English & Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverMy NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Understanding the news in English is a major challenge for many learners. In this episode, we'll teach you a simple method to improve your English listening skills and reading comprehension.First, you'll listen to a full news article. Then, we'll read it again, slowly, and break down the key vocabulary and grammar. This is the fastest way to understand real-world English and feel confident with current events.

    English Pronunciation: Mastering Intonation, Stress & Rhythm | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 21:54


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverStop sounding flat! This essential episode unlocks the music of English so you can finally sound like a native speaker. Learn the simple rules for Word Stress (like PRESENT vs. preSENT), how Intonation changes your meaning, and where to place Sentence Stress for clear communication. Improve your listening skills and boost your confidence!

    'On, In, At' & Verbs 'Get' and 'Handle' | The "Why" Behind English Ep.2 | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 17:32


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverTired of guessing which preposition to use? In this essential English lesson, we explain the logic behind English grammar. We'll answer your questions about the tricky verbs get and handle, and the common confusion between make and do. Master these key concepts and improve your fluency!In this video, you will learn:When to use on, in, at with a simple visual trick.How to understand the many meanings of the phrasal verbs with get.The difference between handle and other verbs.The secret to using make versus do.

    The Jobs That Made Your Phone: English for the Workplace | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 21:57


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverEver wondered who made your phone? This episode follows the life of a single product to teach you essential English for the workplace. We'll act as career detectives and explore different job roles and industries, from design to marketing, and even look at some of the world's most unusual professions! It's a fun way to boost your career vocabulary.This lesson is perfect for ESL learners who want to understand real-world business and workplace English.We'll explore the jobs in:The Technology Industry (Engineers & Designers)The Manufacturing and Retail IndustriesThe "Weirdest" Jobs You've Ever Heard Of

    How to Make Appointments in English | English Conversation Practice | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 22:51


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverStop worrying about phone calls! This English lesson is your complete guide to making appointments. We'll give you the essential phrases for booking a meeting, a doctor's visit, and more. Improve your listening and speaking skills with our practical, real-world examples.In this episode, you will learn:Polite English for formal and informal situationsEssential vocabulary for scheduling (e.g., available, flexible, confirm)How to sound confident and clear on the phone

    The Secret Language of Online Reviews: How to Understand Them! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 24:50


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverA great episode for English listening practice! We'll deconstruct real online reviews to show you how people talk about food, service, and experience. This is a practical episode that will boost your listening skills and give you new food vocabulary.

    How to Complain & Apologise in English: Your Guide to Politeness

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 22:32


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverHave you ever been in an awkward situation and not known what to say? This episode is a masterclass in polite English for everyday life. Learn how to complain in English and apologise effectively. We teach you the secret "Complaint Sandwich" and the "Apology Formula" so you can sound natural and confident.

    Healthy Eating in English: A Guide to Food & Balance | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 19:58


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverA must-listen for all English learners! This episode of Easy English simplifies the basics of healthy eating. Learn essential vocabulary for discussing food groups, a balanced diet, and nutrients. This is a practical life skills episode that will give you the confidence to talk about food and diet in English.

    The "Why" Behind English: Common English Questions | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 19:56


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverFeeling confused by English?

    The History of Writing: From Pictures to Words | Why Does English Writing Have an Alphabet? | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 21:35


    Support me on Patreon for bonus content, transcripts, and vocabulary list:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have you ever wondered why we use an alphabet when writing in English? This episode tells the incredible story of writing, from ancient pictures in caves to the simple system we use today. A fascinating look at human innovation and civilisation. English writing is an important part of our language learning today and we often take this for granted when learning English!

    Describing Tastes & Smells: Sensory Vocabulary in English | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 24:11


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverTake a sensory journey with us!

    What is Serendipity? | Lucky Discoveries & Happy Accidents Explained | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 18:30


    Support me on Patreon for bonus content, transcripts, and vocabulary list:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have you ever made a lucky discovery? This Easy English episode explains the beautiful concept of serendipity! We'll talk about the difference between serendipity and pure luck and share some famous examples. A great lesson in curiosity!

    Public Transportation - Buses vs. Trains vs. Subway/Metro | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 25:34


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content, transcripts, and vocabulary list:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverWhat's the best way to get around? This Easy English lesson explores the differences between buses, trains, and subways. We discuss the networks, fares, and advantages of each so you can make smart travel decisions.

    The Power of Critical Thinking: Ask "Why?" & "How?" | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 19:49


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content, transcripts, and vocabulary list:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverSharpen your mind with this Easy English lesson on critical thinking! We use simple scenarios to show you how to evaluate information and avoid false assumptions. This is a key skill for daily life and for becoming a more independent English learner.

    Why We Need Entertainment: A Deeper Look | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 22:19


    Support me on Patreon for bonus content, transcripts, and vocabulary list:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverMy NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have you ever wondered why we love movies and music? This Easy English episode explores the human need for entertainment. We discuss narrative, tradition, and how innovation changes the way we find joy.

    English for Emergencies: What to Say & Do (Easy English Guide) | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 19:02


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content, transcripts, and vocabulary list:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverLearn practical phrases for urgent situations! This episode uses realistic scenarios to teach you how to call for help, describe symptoms, and react to a fire or other emergency. Be confident and safe in any location!

    What is Adaptation? (Change & Growth) | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 21:51


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverEver wondered about the inception of your favourite sport? This Easy English episode explores the origin and regulations of popular global athletics like football, basketball, and tennis. Join us for a fascinating contest through history!

    Where Did Sports Begin? History of Global Games | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 21:25


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverEver wondered about the inception of your favourite sport? This Easy English episode explores the origin and regulations of popular global athletics like football, basketball, and tennis. Join us for a fascinating contest through history!

    How to Describe People in English: Appearance & Personality | Easy English Vocabulary | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 25:12


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverWant to describe someone clearly in English? This Easy English lesson gives you essential vocabulary for both physical appearance (height, hair, eyes) and inner personality traits (kind, shy, outgoing). Learn to distinguish people by their unique characteristics and improve your descriptive skills today!

    Do More With Less - What is Efficiency? | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 18:02


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverWant to be more productive? This Easy English episode explains efficiency: how to complete tasks without wasting time, energy, or resources. Learn practical tips for daily life and work!

    Go Shopping in English! Essential Vocabulary & Dialogue | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 21:10


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverDon't let language stop your shopping trip! This Easy English episode teaches you common questions and answers for buying clothes (like asking for size!) and getting groceries. Get ready to ask for help, understand the price, and buy with ease!

    The Story of Tea & Coffee: Global Drinks | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 19:52


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverI love coffee & tea! Ever wondered about the origin of your favorite drink? This Easy English episode explores the fascinating history and culture of tea and coffee, from their ancient beginnings to becoming globally popular!

    Read to Learn English: Boost Vocabulary & Grammar! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 24:48


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverUnlock a powerful secret to learning English! This Easy English episode explains why reading is key to improving your vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension. Discover different types of text to read and effective strategies to make real progress!

    Mistakes Are Good! Learn English Faster With Mistakes | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 21:01


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverDo you have a fear of making mistakes in English? This Easy English episode reveals why errors are actually great for your progress! Boost your confidence, learn to improve from every error, and speak more freely.

    The Science of Memory: Why We Remember & Forget | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 20:44


    My NEW Book and more: ⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverUnlock the secrets of your memory! This Easy English episode explains how your amazing brain works to remember and why we sometimes forget important information. Get practical advice to strengthen your memory for daily life and language learning.

    What is Comfort Food? Why Food Makes Us Feel Good | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 22:13


    My NEW Book and more: https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcastSupport me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverDo you have a favorite comfort food? This Easy English lesson explains why certain dishes bring us a feeling of comfort! We explore the connection between food, memories, and our emotions. Plus, hear different ways people like to recharge!

    Beat Procrastination: Get Things Done! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 21:16


    My NEW Book: ⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/p/get-my-phrasal-verbs-are-easy-ebook-now⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverAlways putting things off? This Easy English episode reveals why we procrastinate and shares simple strategies to stop! Learn to tackle any task, overcome distractions, and boost your motivation. Get ready to be more productive!

    Introvert or Extrovert? Understand Your Energy! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 24:53


    My NEW Book, Vocab Lists, & More: https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/p/get-my-phrasal-verbs-are-easy-ebook-nowSupport me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverEver wonder why you feel energized by some activities and drained by others? This Easy English episode explores two key personality types: introverts and extroverts. Learn how they recharge and socialize differently. Understand yourself and others better!

    Public Speaking in English: Boost Your Confidence (Easy Tips) | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 23:13


    My NEW Book, Vocab Lists, & More: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverFeeling nervous about speaking English in front of others? This Easy English episode helps you manage anxiety and build confidence! Learn simple preparation strategies, helpful English phrases, and tips to connect with your audience. Say goodbye to public speaking fears!

    Fast Fashion vs. Sustainable | Environment & Sustainability Vocabulary | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 19:13


    My NEW Book, Vocab Lists, & More: ⁠⁠⁠http://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/⁠⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverWhat's the difference between fast and sustainable fashion? This Easy English episode explains why your clothes choices matter for the environment. Learn how to reduce waste, understand fair practices, and use new vocabulary to discuss eco-friendly fabric choices. A must-listen for green living!

    How to Give Compliments in English | Vocabulary, Phrases, & Tips | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 25:24


    My NEW Book, Vocab Lists, & More: ⁠⁠http://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/⁠⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverLearn to give genuine and specific compliments in English! This Easy English lesson provides essential phrases for giving praise and teaches you how to politely acknowledge compliments from others. Improve your English communication skills and brighten someone's day!

    Why Your Brain LOVES Stories for Learning English! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 23:17


    My NEW Book, Vocab Lists, & More: ⁠http://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/⁠Support me on Patreon for bonus content:⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverEver wonder the best way to learn English? Dive into this Easy English episode to discover the amazing power of stories! We explain how to immerse yourself in narratives that make learning engaging, help you retain information, and give you natural context. Find out how this method can simplify even complex areas like phrasal verbs!

    Doctor Visit in English: How to Speak to a Doctor , Healthcare Vocabulary, Phrases, Scenarios | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 23:20


    My new Instagram (@easyenglish.pod) : https://www.instagram.com/easyenglish.podMy NEW Book, Vocab Lists, & More: http://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/Support me on Patreon for bonus content:https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverFeeling nervous about talking to a doctor in English? This Easy English episode gives you the essential words and phrases to make an appointment, describe symptoms, understand a diagnosis, and get a prescription. Boost your confidence for healthcare conversations in English!

    Understand Native Speakers: Essential Phrasal Verbs | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 24:49


    My New Book - Phrasal Verbs Are Easy: https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/p/get-my-phrasal-verbs-are-easy-ebook-nowPatreon (Bonus Episodes & More): ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠Struggling to understand spoken English? This Easy English episode focuses on the most frequent phrasal verbs you'll hear every day. Learn to recognize them in context and improve your listening flow! Stop guessing and start understanding!

    Earthquakes & Volcanoes: Essential English for Disasters | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 23:24


    My New Book - Phrasal Verbs Are Easy: https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcast/p/get-my-phrasal-verbs-are-easy-ebook-nowPatreon (Bonus Episodes & More): https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiverHow do natural disasters impact us? Join us on Easy English to understand the powerful forces of our planet, from floods to tsunamis. We'll explain important vocabulary, discuss how to prepare for emergencies, and what it means to protect communities. Boost your English vocabulary for crucial global topics.

    Easy English Interview: Tips from a Non-Native Speaker (With My Wife) | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 15:24


    Want to listen to the full extended interview? Join the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver Want to improve your English? In this Easy English interview, my wife talks about her experience as a non-native speaker. She shares simple tips, common challenges, and how she became fluent. It's an honest conversation full of practical advice for learners like you.

    Learn English Faster: Brain Secrets for English Language Learning | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 27:15


    Links (Patreon, Vocab Lists, eBook): https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcastEver wondered how your brain learns best? In this Easy English episode, discover simple psychology tips to improve your English learning! We'll talk about repetition, motivation, and even how sleep helps you remember new words. Perfect for ESL learners wanting to learn English faster and smarter.

    Ask BETTER Questions in English! | The Art of Asking Questions | Improve Listening & Speaking | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 24:53


    Links (Patreon, Vocab Lists, eBook): ⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcastLearn the SECRET to understanding English better: ASKING QUESTIONS effectively! In this easy English lesson with Oliver, you'll discover different types of questions, key vocabulary like 'clarify' and 'elaborate', and practical tips to get the answers you need. Perfect for English learners wanting to boost their listening comprehension and speaking confidence. Watch now and start asking smarter questions today!

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    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 22:04


    Links (Patreon, Vocab Lists, eBook): ⁠https://stan.store/easyenglishpodcastWhy does deciding what to eat or what to wear feel exhausting sometimes? In this episode of the Easy English Podcast, we explore the concept of decision fatigue - a psychological idea that explains why making too many small choices can leave us mentally drained.You'll learn useful English vocabulary like overwhelm, routine, and mental energy, and we'll talk about how habits, technology, and modern life affect your ability to make decisions. We also hear some real-life voices and experiences from people around the world.

    Why Are We Fascinated by Aliens? | Sci-Fi Vocabulary & Imaginative English Practice | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 23:50


    Ad-Free, More Advanced Episodes & Bonus Content on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vocabulary List & Learning: https://easyenglishpodcast.com/aliens/Do aliens really exist? Why are we so fascinated by the idea of life beyond Earth?In this episode of the Easy English Podcast, we explore our love for aliens and science fiction - from flying saucers to conspiracy theories, and from UFO sightings to deep space missions.You'll learn new vocabulary like extra-terrestrial, conspiracy, abduction, and evidence, and practise conditionals to imagine what could happen if we made contact.A fun, thought-provoking lesson for B1-B2 learners who enjoy imagination, mystery, and storytelling- all in clear, easy English.

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    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 19:48


    Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver/Who am I? Why did I make this podcast? What is the future of Easy English? All of these questions will be answered in todays episode!

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    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 24:45


    Ad-Free, More Advanced Episodes & Bonus Content on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vocabulary List & Learning: https://easyenglishpodcast.com/could-ai-replace-teachers/Could a robot ever replace your favourite teacher? In this 40-minute episode of the Easy English Podcast, we explore how artificial intelligence is changing education. From language learning apps to virtual tutors, AI is becoming smarter, but can it really do what great human teachers do?We talk about classroom technology, emotional intelligence, personalised learning, and the value of human connection.You'll learn new English vocabulary related to education and technology, all explained slowly and clearly for intermediate learners.

    What We Say Without Speaking - Body Language! | Easy English Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 28:20


    Ad-Free, More Advanced Episodes & Bonus Content on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/englishwitholiver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vocabulary List & Learning: https://easyenglishpodcast.com/body-language/Did you know that over half of our communication is non-verbal?In this Easy English Podcast episode, we explore the world of body language – from eye contact and hand gestures to posture and facial expressions.Learn why body language is important, how it changes across cultures, and useful vocabulary to describe non-verbal communication in English.Perfect for English learners at B1–B2 level.Slow, clear English. Real-world English for real-world situations.

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