English Like A Native Podcast

E212: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Get ready for Week 20, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, where we boost your vocabulary with five new words every weekday.🌟 First up is the adjective "timid", followed by the noun "mime." Think Charlie Chaplin! Then, we explore the adverb "scarcely" and the adverb "enduring", often used when talking about relationships or friendships. Finally, for the last item on the list, we dive into the noun "flip side".🎭 Stay tuned as I quiz your memory and then weave these words into a captivating story about a mesmerising street performer, showcasing the power of stillness and surprise.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us. 

Explore vocabulary words like 'hydrate', 'scalding', 'concentrate', 'finger on the pulse', and 'shallow' with pronunciation practice and memory test. Dive into a captivating story of Alex, a college student pursuing a career as a chef, facing challenges in the culinary world with determination.

E210: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna, bringing you Week 20, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, dedicated to enriching your vocabulary Monday through Friday.🛣 We kick off today's exploration with the verb "tamper" and then delve into the adjective "genuine". Moving on, we encounter the noun "defect" and our first of two idioms is "hit the road". Lastly, we explore the second idiom, "bite the bullet".🚗 Join us as we recap and practice pronunciation, ensuring these words and idioms stay with you. Now, let's weave these vocabulary items into a tale as we meet Emily, who inherits a classic car with a rich family history but in need of restoration due to tampering and defects. Determined to preserve her family's legacy, Emily embarks on the journey of restoring the car, ready to bite the bullet despite the challenges. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us. 

In this podcast, they talk about negotiating skills using words like 'tedious' and 'renegotiate'. They discuss the importance of 'alertness' in negotiations and the idiom 'split hairs'. The narrative includes a battle with a conceited counterpart, emphasizing persistence and sharp negotiation skills for victory.

Explore various words related to health and illness like 'clammy', 'nauseous', and 'fight off'. Hear about a panic attack sufferer's narrative and tips on dealing with it. Plus, learn about the evolution of medical care and the challenges of navigating through panic attacks.

E206: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! In today's special Saturday episode, get ready for an immersive experience as I take you on a linguistic journey filled with intriguing words and phrases in this episode of the Amazing Inventions series.🚗 So, in our fascinating exploration of inventions, we start with the evolution of cars. From Karl Benz's pioneering gasoline-powered vehicle to Henry Ford's iconic Model T, I delve into the timeline of automotive innovation. 🍛♟️ Also, prepare your taste buds as I take you on a culinary adventure exploring the diverse world of curry. And last but not least, we can't forget the strategic game of chess. Discover the origins of this timeless game, its cultural significance, and even its modern-day spin-offs like chess boxing.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership that allows you to access bonus material that I will be making alongside every episode. Plus Members receive an email every Monday containing their bonus materials. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us. 

E205: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join us for Week 19 Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, where we dive into five pieces of English vocabulary to boost your skills. 🛒 So to kick off today's list, we pop to the shopping centre as we explore the noun "bargain". Next, we discuss the phrasal verb "snap up" and the verb "debate".  Our idiom of today is "the long and short of it", and last but not least, we take a look at the adjective "dominant".🛍 As usual, we put you to the test with pronunciation practice and memory tests, ensuring active learning and retention. Then, in the story, we discuss the benefits of waiting for sales to grab bargains, emphasising saving money, affording luxury items, and becoming a thrifty shopper.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us. 

E204: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. Join us for Week 19, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we delve into five enriching vocabulary pieces every weekday. 🌟 First up, we explore the adjective "gridlocked". Next, we uncover the meaning of the phrase "in a huff", which is followed by the noun "torrent". Our last items on the list for today are the adjective "mild-mannered" and the idiom "the last straw".🚦 In today's story, a commuter's evening plans unravel when they're caught in gridlocked traffic, only to be rear-ended, revealing forgotten insurance papers and ruining their birthday celebration. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us. 

E203: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna. Join us for Week 19, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we delve into expanding your active vocabulary through five enriching pieces every weekday.🌟 Today's journey begins with the adjective "overwhelming", then we explore the adverb "randomly". Our third stop is the noun "plight", and after that, we revive the well-known idiom "raining cats and dogs". Finally, we encounter the adjective "estranged". 🤗 Join us for pronunciation practice and a peek into the life of Kevin Newman in our story segment, where estrangement meets serendipity, unveiling a heartfelt reunion.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us. 

E202: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join me for Week 19, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we delve into expanding your active vocabulary with five insightful pieces each weekday.🌟 Today's journey begins with the verb "to bare", specifically looking at the use of "to bare one's teeth", often used when talking about animals who feel threatened. Next, we explore the adjective "inherent" and then we move on to today's idiom, "barking up the wrong tree". Next up on the list we unravel the adjective "mellow". Finally, we explore the noun "companion".🐶 Cap off your journey with a heartfelt narrative debunking misconceptions about Rottweilers, emphasising responsible ownership and understanding. Challenge stereotypes and embrace the true essence of these beloved companions.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating/review - it is a simple, free way to support us.