Episode 51: The Problem with Textbook English (and what to do instead)

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English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.Episode 51: The Problem with Textbook English (and what to do instead)Why does textbook English sound so different from real conversations? In this episode, I explore the gap between what you learn in books and how English actually sounds in daily life—and share practical ways to bridge that gap. Want more structured practice? Try a free sample lesson from the English Listening Accelerator at comullen.com/listen. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.Episode transcriptPodcast website English Listening AcceleratorSubscribe to the newsletter for episode updates and bonus English learning tips and practice!Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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