#442 - Learn 30 Advanced Expressions From This Powerful TED Talk — Best TED Talks for Learning English
Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this inspiring episode, Ethan takes you on a journey through one of the most powerful TED Talks ever — Jill Bolte Taylor’s “My Stroke of Insight.” You'll not only learn 30+ advanced English expressions in context, but you’ll also explore fascinating ideas about the brain, ego, emotions, and human connection. Ethan breaks down key moments from the TED Talk to help you understand and use natural English more confidently. He also brings in insights from Eckhart Tolle’s “What Exactly IS the Ego?” and shares his favorite 3 meditation apps to help you feel more present and connected in your daily life. If you want to learn English in a meaningful way while expanding your mind, this episode is a must! Show notes here. .......... Follow us on: RealLife English (YouTube) Learn English with TV Series (YouTube)
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#441 - How to Stop Translating in Your Head and START to Think in English — Here's What I Did
Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Want to stop translating in your head and start thinking naturally in English? In this episode, Izzy shares his personal journey from being a native Portuguese speaker in Brazil to mastering fluent English. Discover 3 powerful principles that helped him break free from the habit of mental translation — including the surprising truth about why deliberate practice is the key. It’s like learning to drive — awkward at first, but automatic with time. Tune in and take your English thinking to the next level! Show notes here. .......... Follow us on: RealLife English (YouTube) Learn English with TV Series (YouTube)
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#440 - How to Become FLUENT in English by Playing Video Games — Stories From Learners Who Did it, and Our Favorite Video Games from Our Childhoods
Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Izzy and Ethan explore how video games helped RealLife English team members learn real, everyday English. Discover three inspiring stories, learn why gaming is an underrated learning tool, and get recommendations for mobile games you can start using today. Plus, take a nostalgic trip with us through some classic games from our childhood! Show notes here. .......... Follow us on: RealLife English (YouTube) Learn English with TV Series (YouTube)
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#439 - How to Understand Americans 100% When They Speak Fast — 5 Speech Patterns You Must Know, Real Clip Analysis, and a Deep Reflection on Global Consciousness
Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Are you ready to transform your English listening and speaking skills? 🚀 In today’s episode, we dive deep into the magic of connected speech — the secret weapon that fluent English speakers use every day without even thinking about it. You’ll listen to an authentic American speaker who sounds just like the average native you’d meet on the street. He speaks naturally, quickly, and connects his words — and that's exactly what makes native speech sound so fluid. But don't worry if it sounds challenging at first! We'll guide you through it step-by-step. Here's what you can expect: 🎧 First, you’ll hear the clip at natural speed — just like real-life conversations. 🛠️ Then, we’ll break it all down: every link, blend, and skipped sound will be explained in simple, clear terms. 🔄 Finally, we’ll listen again, and you'll be amazed at how much more you understand! Show notes here. .......... Follow us on: RealLife English (YouTube) Learn English with TV Series (YouTube)
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#438 - 5 Ways to Improve Your English Speaking Alone by Reading Books — The Strategies Used by the Best Learners, Essential Lessons for Life, and Why You Should Focus on Discoveries Rather Than Outcomes
Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Ethan gets real about a common challenge many English learners face — feeling intimidated by reading in English. He shares five personal, practical strategies that can help you improve your speaking skills simply by picking up a book, even if you're learning on your own. Drawing from his own experience and what’s worked for RealLife learners around the world, Ethan walks you through how reading can boost your confidence, expand your vocabulary, and help you speak more naturally. Plus, he’ll reveal five powerful life lessons from a book that changed the way he sees the world. If you’ve ever felt stuck with your English, this episode might be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. Show notes here. .......... Follow us on: RealLife English (YouTube) Learn English with TV Series (YouTube)
About RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English
Welcome to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We’ve been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components:
Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker
Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World
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In this podcast, you will listen to fun and dynamic English conversations with me and other experienced fluency coaches. These lessons are designed to help you become a confident, natural English speaker AND Global Citizen.
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