All Ears English Podcast AEE 1149: How to Keep Your Poker Face and Connect with Natives
May 2, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Jessica Beck, a former IELTS examiner with 14 years of experience, shares unique insights into language and communication. The conversation centers on mastering the art of maintaining a poker face, especially in conversations with native speakers. Jessica dives into her journey as an examiner and the nuances of delivering secrets effectively. Listeners will enjoy learning idiomatic expressions related to secrecy and the importance of using phrasal verbs in context, all while embracing practical language skills through immersion.
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Jessica's Examiner Experience
- Jessica reveals she was an IELTS examiner for 14 years.
- This experience informs the IELTS Energy podcast and courses.
Articulating Secrets
- Learn phrases for discussing secrets, like "the big reveal."
- Consider intonation for impactful delivery.
Idiom for Revealing Secrets
- Use idioms like "spill the beans" to discuss revealing secrets.
- This idiom is common in American culture.