Crosby's 9

Get ready to learn a ton of new phrasal verbs in this episode. And remember, if you imitate…simply imitate Drew, your speaking will improve. Magic!

The song Shake, Rattle and Roll forms part of the roots of rock and roll; when rock and roll was looked down upon. Learn the idiom “look down upon” -and many more- in this episode. 

across the board = at every level. Listen to Crosby’s 9 podcasts and you’ll notice a considerable improvement in your English language skills across the board.

Crosby’s 9 podcasts help you increase your agility in learning English. How well do you know the conditionals? Test your knowledge in this podcast.

Power plays in sports and business, flower power, power to the people…Drew provides you with a solid set of expressions and new vocabulary to complement your English. Check it out!

In this episode you’ll learn the expressions, “beggars can’t be choosers,” “I beg your pardon” and “pick up where you left off” – and as always, a lot more!

Knock, knock…Who’s there? Opportunity. In this episode, you’ll learn the expression “opportunity knocks.” And, as usual, a whole lot more!

In the Roaring 20’s, people flocked to the bars and restaurants (and to the stock market too). And of course everybody was out kicking up their heels. Tune in to learn this expression (kick up your heels) and a lot more!

Join our league! What’s the lure? Money. The payout would be huge. The Super League proposal is not unprecedented. In the USA, the merger between the AFL and the NFL created a “super league” and brought about the Super Bowl.

Tape, glue, paste…Sticky subjects and tacky people. This podcast takes a closer took. Drew also discusses the verb “to teethe”. Don’t miss it!

Remember to imitate what Drew says: it helps to properly shape your lips and mouth for improved pronunciation – and better speaking skills too!

One day you might look back on this episode and laugh. Why? Listen in and you’ll find out. Also, the secret to pronouncing “we’ll.”

Have your ever taken a crash course? Do crash courses work for learning English? (What do you think, really?) In this episode, Drew discusses the secret to learning English once and for all.

Some people may go on a retreat to find themselves, get inspiration, bond with workmates or simply take a break from the hustle and bustle.

Is it a school? A movement? A group? It’s all of that and none of it. It’s simply…the new wave. Can you think of a new wave that’s taking place today?

We also look at the verb “to face.” Which direction does your residence face? North? East? Which direction are you facing as you read this?

English from all angles! A box office smash is a movie that grosses a lot of money. Not sure what “gross” means? Tune in to find out. Also in this episode: the boxer (athlete), the boxer (engine), The Boxer (song) and the boxer (dog).

English from all angles! You’ll learn the expressions “to go through the roof,” and “don’t burst my bubble,” – put these into practice and prove you master English! Also, chewing gum and bubble gum…pop! Tune in, because it’s not what you’re thinking.