Episode 60: Why Americans Talk to Strangers

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 60: Why Americans Talk to StrangersHave you ever been in line at a coffee shop when a stranger suddenly started talking to you? In many countries, this would feel unusual. In the United States, it happens every day. In this episode, you'll learn why Americans talk to strangers, what they are really saying when they do, and how to understand and respond naturally. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting.Want to keep practicing after you listen? Subscribe to the free English, please newsletter at comullen.com/newsletter. You'll get English practice tips and activities with every new episode, plus a free sample lesson from the English Listening Accelerator delivered straight to your inbox.Want more structured practice? Try a free sample lesson from the English Listening Accelerator at comullen.com/listen. I'm now on YouTube! I share short, practical English content on my channel!Episode transcriptPodcast website Get the English Listening Accelerator!Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.