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Jul 2
31m 33s

🎙️Curiosity, Creativity & Lifelong Lear...

Real English Conversations: Amy Whitney & Curtis Davies - English Podcast
About this episode

What if lifelong learning wasn’t just about school, but about building a life full of curiosity, creativity, and meaning?

In this inspiring episode, Curtis reconnects with his high school best friend, Matt Rauscher, for a deep, wide-ranging conversation about what it means to stay curious, explore new skills, and live a hands-on life.

Matt shares his unconventional journey from the school halls of Edmonton to becoming a multi-skilled creative adventurer, learning welding, 3D printing, dual-sport motorcycling, music production, meat curing, beekeeping, raising livestock, and much more.

You’ll hear how Matt stayed connected to his creative spark, why he believes curiosity is a superpower, and how lifelong learning can give you the confidence to try anything, even when it’s unfamiliar or scary.


🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✅ How to reignite your creativity when you feel stuck
✅ Why building skills with your hands is a form of self-expression
✅ How curiosity fuels confidence and communication
✅ The connection between making, learning, and speaking English fluently
✅ What lifelong learning looks like outside the classroom

This conversation is honest, energizing, and filled with real stories that will inspire you to explore more, learn more, and maybe even start a new creative project of your own.


🎯 Perfect for:

  • English learners who want to connect with real-life stories

  • Professionals feeling stuck in routines or burnout

  • Creators, builders, thinkers, and anyone with a curious mind

  • Global professionals working on communication, confidence, and creativity


🚀 Want to Speak English with Confidence, Curiosity & Clarity?

Teacher Curtis is currently accepting 5 new global professionals into his 1-to-1 private coaching program. Get the tools, feedback, and confidence you need to communicate powerfully in English, whether at work, in interviews, or in everyday conversations.

👉 Book your trial English Lesson with Teacher Curtis HERE:
https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/


✅ With Curtis, You’ll Learn To:

  • Speak clearly and confidently in meetings and presentations

  • Reduce your accent and improve pronunciation

  • Understand native English speakers in fast-paced conversations

  • Navigate difficult or emotional conversations with ease

  • Deliver business presentations with no fear

  • Build workplace credibility and trust in English

🌍 Learn more at realenglishconversations.com

👉 Book your trial English Lesson with Teacher Curtis HERE:
https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/

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