Sep 15
880 - Seven Ways To Use Even In English
I came up with this podcast yesterday. I even wrote some of it in the car. And even though I touched on this topic in a podcast like 10 years ago, this lesson is ever better. <br /><br />Have you ever heard someone say something like, “It’s even colder today than yesterday,” or “ ... Show More
12m 10s
Oct 16
906 - How to Use ‘By’ in English - Time, Deadlines, and Authorship Explained
Welcome - and by the way - thanks for stopping by today! I’ve been thinking… by is one of those little words that shows up everywhere in English. It’s just two letters, but it does a lot of work. Today we’re gonna take a close look at by - and I think you’ll be surprised at how m ... Show More
9m 19s
Oct 23
911-Understanding And Using The Subjunctive Mood In English
I suggest you listen carefully to this podcast. And if you’re with a friend right now, I suggest he listen carefully as well. Or she listen carefully. I mean, if I were you, I’d definitely stick around for this one.Today we’re diving into a part of English grammar that doesn’t fo ... Show More
10m 32s
In Telmah's life, very little happens. His garden is really the only thing he seems to care about. But one day, a neighbour loses her dog, and Telmah's life suddenly becomes much more complicated than he would like. These are the B1 expressions I explain from the story: be just about to do sth believe it or not feel sorry for a sense of humour straight away ... Show More
<p>Here is the text we are studying today.</p><p><b>The Best Way to Learn a New Language</b></p><p>If you want to build confidence in English language speaking, <b>rather than</b> silent study, choose conversation activities <b>instead</b>. And try writing short messages <b>inste ... Show More
<p><b>B2 conjunctions</b></p><p><b>City Life Compared to Country Life</b></p><p>Many people wonder whether they would be happier living in the city or in the countryside. City life offers a fast rhythm and many opportunities, and it can be exciting, <b>though</b> it often feels c ... Show More
