English Like A Native Podcast

Delve into essential vocabulary with nouns like 'hardship' and 'realm', explore the adjective 'horrendous', and learn idioms 'defying the odds' and 'on the cards'. Hear a story of resilience as a Birmingham girl overcomes poverty to become Miss Europe, inspiring determination and success.

E199: 🎙️ Welcome to another episode of The English Like a Native Podcast, with me, your host, Anna! Today I am joined by my lovely guest Bree from Into the Story Podcast, and together we delve into the complexities of fear, anxiety, and phobias. 😧 We share personal experiences related to irrational fears, such as a fear of wet teabags and a fear of drains in swimming pools, which were influenced by past experiences and exposure to certain stimuli. We also discuss the impact of storytelling on emotions and how certain things can leave lasting impressions and fears.🧏 Finally, we reflect on fear in language learning and how it can prevent us from reaching our goals. So, tune in for insightful discussions and practical insights on facing fears head-on! Listen to my appearance on Bree's podcast click HERE!MORE FROM BREE Into The Story Podcast: https://intothestorypodcast.com/Into The Story Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UClNA3-2SBauQTpJ2KIWtR7g⭐ 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. 

E198: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join us for Week 18, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, where we dive deep into vocabulary enrichment, providing you with five intriguing words or phrases every weekday.☠️ Today's journey begins with the noun "mortality". Then we look at the verb "ingest" and the adjective "detrimental". After that, we delve into the adverb "rationally" and finally, we unravel the idiom "pretty much".🎰 Now, let's weave these words into an intriguing narrative involving John, who has a dark secret lurking beneath the facade: a crippling gambling addiction. As his world crumbles, he faces the detrimental consequences head-on, confronting the harsh reality of mortality. ⭐ 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. 

E197: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Join us for Week 18, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we enrich your vocabulary with five captivating words or phrases every weekday.🌟 We kick off with the adjective "covert" and the verb "defect". Our next item on the list is the unusual adjective, "AWOL". It stands for "absent without leave". Then we move on to the noun "flotilla" and finish off the list by exploring the idiom "know the ropes",⛴️ After the usual pronunciation exercise and a quick recap, we see tune in to a special news bulletin, reporting on a mysterious flotilla of naval ships that has been spotted off the coast of Spain's Costa Calida. ⭐ 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. 

E196: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! Join me, your host, Anna, on Week 18, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day. Dive into a journey of expanding your active vocabulary with five enriching pieces every weekday.🌟 We begin with "inhibition" and then go on to our second word on the list, the verb "summit". Then we delve into the adjective "queasy" and follow that up with today's phrasal verb "go for it". Last on the list for today is the adjective "irrational".🧗 Ready for a story? Meet Olivia, embarking on a daring challenge to climb the Shard for charity. Battling inhibitions and a fear of heights, she confronts her doubts and goes for it!⭐ 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. 

Today's podcast episode explores the words 'conservatory', 'envisage', 'liberal', 'bandy around', and 'insanely'. It delves into the meanings of these terms while weaving a story about building a conservatory and contemplating relocation. Pronunciation practice and decision-making processes are also discussed.

Explore a daily dose of five unique English words, from 'aversion' to 'freak out', in a narrative about embracing chaos and overcoming naivety. Join English Like A Native Plus for bonus episodes and transcripts. Dive into a novice's journey into youth entertainment, learning that memorable moments often arise from unexpected chaos.

Explore a curated selection of four thrilling reads spanning genres and themes. From contemporary reflections on life to heartwarming tales of human connection. Dive into intriguing narratives of interconnected lives in London and a poignant tale of family dynamics. Delve into profound connections and life philosophy with 'Tuesday's with Maury'. Experience the crime-solving adventures of retirement village residents in a blend of cozy mystery and humor.

In this podcast, they discuss mental health issues, vocabulary words like 'stuck in a rut' and 'listless', the phrasal verb 'run down', experiences with depression, and the importance of determination and self-care. They emphasize the challenges of overworking, recognizing signs of burnout, and prioritizing mental health.

E190: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Today is Week 17, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we explore five new words to enrich your vocabulary.🌟 Kicking off our list are the nouns "cliffhanger" and "election". Then we delve into the phrasal verb "stand down". After that, we discuss the noun phrase "political correctness" and finally, we explore the verb "nominate". 🗳 Join us as we practice pronunciation and immerse ourselves in a gripping election story, where young Martin challenges seasoned politician Natasha for the Minister of State for Housing position, sparking a battle between tradition and change. ⭐ 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.