Are you looking for a new and fun way to learn American English? Come hang out with Lindsay and Michelle from Boston and New York City and have fun while you improve your English listening skills! We are an English as a Second Language (ESL) podcast for intermediate to advanced English learners around the world. We will show you how to use everyday English vocabulary and natural idioms, expressions, and phrasal verbs and how to make small talk in American English. We will also give you special tips on American culture, customs, etiquette, and how to speak with Americans as well as conversation and commentary on study tips, business English, life in America and Boston and New York, how to apply to university in the US, dating, travel, food and more. You'll get TOEFL, IELTS, and TOEIC help also from The Examiner of Excellence, Jessica Beck. This podcast is for adult students who are professionals and university students as well as ESL teachers. Join the community to learn to speak American English like a native! Connection NOT Perfection!
The podcast explores culturally appropriate ways to signal the end of a gathering or event in American society, focusing on indirect communication methods. It highlights the importance of understanding social cues and respecting personal space, particularly the American value of privacy. The hosts introduce phrases lik...
The podcast explores the nuances of expressing wishes and desires in English, focusing on how different phrases convey varying degrees of formality and intention. It highlights the importance of choosing vocabulary that matches the gravity of the conversation, distinguishing between "I wish for," "I would like for," an...
The podcast explores the trendy phrase "someone has entered the chat," dissecting its meaning and usage in contemporary language. Originating from instant messaging, the phrase denotes the sudden appearance of a person or topic, often in the context of online discourse or celebrity gossip. The hosts clarify that it sig...
The podcast addresses how to introduce yourself professionally, focusing on templates for sharing your role, tenure, and responsibilities. It emphasizes tailoring the level of detail to the context and audience, suggesting starting with less information and expanding based on interest. The hosts caution against being a...
The podcast explores various idiomatic and fun ways to energize and initiate activities, especially when facing daunting tasks. It emphasizes how language can set a positive tone and shift energy levels. The hosts introduce phrases like "let's get into it," "let's rock and roll," and "buckle up," discussing their conno...
The podcast explores American car culture through idiomatic language related to driving, focusing on traffic lights and speed. It examines phrases like "make the light," "beat the light," and "hit every red light," explaining their literal and metaphorical meanings. The hosts also discuss expressions related to speed, ...
The podcast episode addresses the meaning of "stoop" as a verb, specifically in the context of lowering one's standards or behavior. It explores how to use "stoop" naturally in different situations, such as "stoop to a new low." The hosts provide examples like "I wouldn't stoop to name-calling" and "I didn't mean to st...
The All Ears English podcast explores the phenomenon of native English speakers using "I" or "me" to refer to places, orders, or situations, rather than themselves. It highlights how speakers say things like "I'm the sandwich" to mean "I ordered the sandwich," or "I'm right off the highway" to indicate the location of ...
The podcast episode explores the subtle differences between "memorize" and "remember" in English, clarifying their usage through definitions, examples, and a role play. "Memorize" is presented as an intentional process of learning something by heart, often involving techniques to aid recall, such as memorizing historic...
The All Ears English podcast explores the meaning and usage of the adjective "telling," which describes something that reveals important information, often implied rather than explicitly stated. The hosts, Aubrey and Lindsay, discuss how "telling" goes beyond the surface level of communication, uncovering deeper truths...
The All Ears English podcast explores the trending use of the word "wild" in American English. It highlights how "wild" is currently used to add emphasis or express surprise, often replacing words like "crazy" or "incredible." The hosts provide examples of using "wild" to introduce a story, react to surprising news, or...
The podcast explores the nuanced differences between the words "sorrow," "worry," and "fear," providing listeners with the tools to express their emotions accurately. It highlights that "sorrow" denotes a deep sadness, often related to loss or significant events like the 9/11 attacks, while "worry" pertains to anxiety ...
The podcast episode explores the concept of "undermining," dissecting its various forms and impacts. It defines undermining as weakening someone's confidence or authority, whether intentional or unintentional. The hosts discuss how undermining can manifest subtly in adult interactions, contrasting it with the more obvi...
The podcast explores culturally specific conversational traps related to appearance in the United States, focusing on comments that, while potentially acceptable elsewhere, can be offensive or intrusive. It highlights avoiding remarks on someone's health, physical condition, or body size, as these can inadvertently tou...
The podcast episode clarifies the distinction between "farther" and "further," two commonly confused words even among native English speakers. It establishes that "farther" relates to physical distance, something measurable, while "further" is more abstract, meaning "more" or "additional." Examples include using "farth...
The All Ears English podcast addresses the common challenge English language learners face in distinguishing between the pronunciation of "can" and "can't." The hosts emphasize that the key difference lies in vowel reduction and stress, not merely the presence or absence of the "t" sound. "Can" is typically unstressed ...
The podcast explores the subtle inaccuracies that can arise when translating phrases directly from another language into English, using the example of a police officer in Italy saying "It's not possible" to prevent people from sitting on the Spanish Steps. It highlights how this phrase, while understandable, is not the...
The podcast explores five English idioms that can be used to describe the effects of something. The hosts introduce the phrase "to do a number on someone or something," which means to have a big, usually negative, impact. They also discuss "take a toll on," noting how constant stress can affect health, even if unnotice...
The podcast episode focuses on using "well" as an emphatic adverb in English, specifically with "before," "after," "above," and "below" to add intensity to statements. Michelle and Lindsay explain that "well before" means significantly earlier, providing a buffer. They emphasize the importance of proper stress and into...
The podcast explores the nuances of using "will ya" and "would ya" in English, focusing on how these phrases can come across as either polite or rude depending on intonation, context, and relationship between speakers. It highlights that "will ya" is more direct and can easily sound irritating if not used carefully, es...
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