Apr 10
⭐ Feature: 5-Minute English: Springtime in the U.S.
Join my 14-Day Slang and Expression Challenge. It's free! In this 5-Minute English episode, we’re diving into springtime in the United States. From blooming flowers and unpredictable April weather to outdoor activities, seasonal foods, and cultural traditions, this episode is pac ... Show More
14m 54s
Apr 3
210 - Quick Fix: Further vs. Farther
Do you like this episode format? I've been thinking about doing a series of these "quick fixes" for word confusion, pronunciation, and grammar. That is, if you like the format. So please be honest! In the meantime, check out the Academy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po ... Show More
14m 1s
Mar 26
209 - Ghost Towns in the American West with Aubrey Carter
In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of ghost towns in the United States—places where thousands of people once lived, worked, and searched for fortune… and then suddenly left behind. We begin in Coloma, California, where gold was discovered in 1848, sparking the famo ... Show More
36m 41s
Nov 2024
Cosas Que No Sabías Que Eran Mexicanas Parte 2 - Things You Didn’t Know Were Mexican Part 2
<p>We’re back with more surprising facts about things you probably didn’t know came from Mexico! In this episode, discover how ancient indigenous groups used popcorn long before it became a movie-time snack, learn about the rich history behind vanilla’s cultivation, and find out ... Show More
21m 46s
Nov 2021
Demet Güzey, "Mustard: A Global History" (Reaktion Books, 2019)
Whether grainy or smooth, spicy or sweet, Dijon, American, or English, mustard accompanies our food and flavors our life around the globe. It has been a source of pleasure, health, and myth from ancient times to the present day, its tiny seed a symbol of faith and its pungent fla ... Show More
22m 50s
Jul 2025
Bitesize Episode 103 - What Brits Think of You When You Say 'Apartment'
Click here to grab the free PDF with all the vocab, quizzes, and example sentences here if you want to learn 3x faster! Join Charlie as he unpacks the unspoken cultural code behind how Brits describe their homes. From the classic two-up two-down to the oh-so-cosy cottage, this ep ... Show More
32m 6s
Sep 2025
Bitesize Ep 105: A Shocking Chapter of British History: The Day London Nearly Drowned in Dung
📥 Grab the FREE PDF with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 Join my weekly online group lessons In this episode, we dive into a shocking chapter of British history: The Great Hors ... Show More
26m 37s
Sep 2025
216. Four Letter Words: Terisk
<p>Watching the film Legally Blonde one day with the subtitles on, numerous perfectly innocuous words were partially asterisked out, because of a technological problem I can't name here lest this episode be blocked from your podfeed, thus becoming an example of the problem itself ... Show More
26m 43s
Oct 2025
From the Archives: A British Conversation in Charlie's Pub, Scene 1 - Bitesize Ep 2
📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF with 10 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 Join my weekly online group lessons In this episode, step into the Golden Age of England with Ch ... Show More
16m 45s
Southern cuisine is more than just food—it's a reflection of history, traditions, and the diverse cultural influences. From Native Americans bringing corn to the table, to the fisherman of the Carolinas and Georgia introducing shrimp to grits, there's a story behind all of the classic must-try Southern dishes. Learn vocabulary, hear stories, and learn what y ... Show More
<p><b>🎙️ E555 </b>of <b>The English Like A Native Podcast</b>.</p><p><b>🥳 </b>In this special weekend episode, you'll learn more about British culture as I talk about the fun and chaos of kids' birthday parties. Tune in to find out more! 🎈</p><p><b>⭐ SUPPORTING MATER ... Show More
