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speakenglishpodcast
by Georgiana
Hi, I’m Georgiana — creator of the Speak English Now podcast and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com.With over 35 million downloads worldwide, this podcast has helped English learners around the globe speak confidently and fluently.Since 2011, I’ve been teaching English using proven techniques like mini-stories and point-of-view lessons — methods that help you speak naturally, without memorizing grammar rules or relying on textbooks.I speak clearly and at a slow, natural pace, making it easy for you to understand every word and improve your fluency step by step.What makes this podcast different?🗣️ You’ll practice speaking, not just listening.🔊 My voice is clear, slow, and easy to follow — perfect for learners at all levels.📚 No grammar rules. No textbooks. No stress.🌍 You'll learn both the language and the culture behind it.✅ Lessons are based on repetition, storytelling, and real-world vocabulary.BONUS: You can read the full transcript of every episode at👉 SpeakEnglishPodcas
Episodes
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391 English and the News
Have you ever heard a news story and wished you knew a little more? Maybe you first heard about it in your own language. But English can give you another way to learn about the same event. You can read another report or listen to an interview from somewhere else. Then you can compare it with the...
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390 How to Tell a Story in English
Today, I want to help you tell simple stories in English without getting stuck. In this episode, there are many new expressions. So, make sure you get the transcript at: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Maybe you know this feeling. You start telling someone what happened yesterday, and your brain...
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Back to Learning - Special Episode
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389 How Listening Helps you Speak English
Hi, everybody! I’m Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Recently, one of my students from Singapore asked me a very good question: “How does listening help me speak English?” Maybe you’ve wondered the same thing. You probably know that listening is important…
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388 Alice in Wonderland
Today, I want to talk about a story you probably know, at least a little: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. I thought this would be a fun way to discover—or maybe rediscover—a famous English story while practicing your English. Maybe you read Alice in Wonderland when you were younger. Maybe you...
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#387 Awkward Travel Moments What Do You Say in English Mini Story
Today, we are going to talk about awkward travel moments and, more specifically, what to say in English when they happen. Traveling can be exciting, but it can also be a little uncomfortable. Sometimes you are tired, in a hurry, or surrounded by noise, and suddenly even a simple sentence seems...
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#386 The Tourist Trap Test — How to Avoid Paying Too Much While Travelling
Hi! I’m back with a new episode. Today, we’re going to talk about tourist traps—and how to avoid paying much more than you expected while travelling. Today, you’ll hear some useful and challenging words. Visit my website to get the transcript for free: Ok, let’s start!
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#385 When Travel Plans Go Completely Wrong - English under Pressure
Hi, everybody! I am Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Today, we are going to talk about what happens when a carefully planned trip begins to fall apart. Maybe your flight is delayed or cancelled. Perhaps you miss your connection, your suitcase disappears, or...
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#384 Visiting the US in the Summer - Bring a Hoodie!
Hi! I’m back with a new episode. It’s really hot outside, so today we’re going to talk about something refreshing: ice and air conditioning. Yes, ice and air conditioning. Visit my website and get the transcript. Ok, let’s start!
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#383 What Surprises Visitors About the Fourth of July
Hi! I’m back with a new episode. Today, we’re going to talk about a very American celebration: the Fourth of July. Today, you’ll hear some new and challenging words. Visit my website and get the transcript. Go to SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast
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#382 – Stop Comparing Yourself When Learning English
Today, we’re going to talk about something very common: comparing yourself to others. Get the transcript for free here: Maybe you know this feeling. You open social media, and suddenly everyone seems to have a better life than you. One person is traveling. Another person has a perfect body.…
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#381 Are Pancakes Healthy?
Today, I want to talk about something very important. Pancakes. Yes. Pancakes. Get the transcript here: I’m trying to eat more protein and fewer carbs these days. In English, we often say low-carb. That means we try to eat fewer carbohydrates, like sugar, bread, pasta, rice, or white flour. But...
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#380 Are you too busy?
Today, we’re going to talk about something very common: being too busy. Maybe you know this feeling. You wake up in the morning, and before you even get out of bed, your mind starts working. “I have to answer emails. I have to work. I have to clean the house. I have to call someone. I have to…
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#379 Kind or Nice? What’s the Difference?
Today, we’re going to talk about two very common words in English: kind and nice. Many students think they mean the same thing. And yes, sometimes they are similar. But there is a small difference. A nice person is pleasant, polite, and friendly. Get the transcript here:
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#378 How to sound warmer in English
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to sound warmer in English. Get the transcript on my website for free: Because sometimes your English is correct, but it sounds a little cold. Too direct. Too short. Too flat. And that can change the whole feeling of a conversation. The good news…
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#377 How to Keep Talking in English
In this episode, I’m going to show you how to keep talking in English.After that, we’ll practice with a mini-story. Many English learners have the same problem. At the beginning, the conversation is fine. They answer one question. Maybe two. Get the transcript here:
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#376 Happy Easter 2026! Learn English with Easter Traditions, Food, and a Fun Mini-Story
Happy Easter, everyone! 🐰🌸 A new episode of the Speak English Now Podcast is here: Happy Easter 2026! Learn English with Easter Traditions, Food, and a Fun Mini-Story In this episode, we talk about: 🥚 Easter traditions 🍖 popular Easter food in the US 🐇 the Easter Bunny 🎧 and a fun…
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375 Two measurement systems - Imperial and Metric
Today, we’re going to talk about two systems of measurement that are used around the world: the Imperial system and the Metric system. These are important to know, especially if you plan to travel or communicate with people from different countries. Get the transcript here:...
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Spring Offer 2026 – FAQ: What’s the Difference Between the Podcast and the Premium Courses?
This week is a bit special! All my courses have a 60% discount. I've received several messages with questions about the courses. In this short episode I'm gonna try to answer some frequently asked questions. By the way, you can get the deal at:
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#374 The 90% Rule: How to choose English listening level
How to choose English listening level? Listening is powerful… but it must be comprehensible You already know that I insist on one thing again and again: you need to listen a lot.You need to listen every day, and you need to repeat the same lessons many times, because repetition helps you...
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#373 Why You Freeze When Speaking English
Have You Ever Had This Moment? You start speaking English. At the beginning, it’s okay. And then suddenly… your brain stops. You know the idea. You know the meaning. But the word doesn’t come. So what do you do? You speak faster. You try to push the words out. And then you feel frustrated....
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#372 Is Valentine’s Day Really About Love?
Today we’re going to talk about Valentine’s Day. But don’t worry — this is not going to be a boring episode about chocolates, roses, and red hearts everywhere. Let me ask you something. Is Valentine’s Day really about love? Or is it about pressure? Pressure to buy a gift. Pressure to be romantic....
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#370 How Dogs Communicate Emotions Without Words
Today, I want to talk about dogs again. If you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you already know this isn’t the first time I’ve brought up dogs. Dogs are one of those topics we can come back to again and again, because each time we look at them from a different angle, we discover...
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#369 Talking with the Doctor
Welcome back! This is the final episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we learned how to make an appointment, how to check in at the clinic, and how to answer the nurse’s questions. In this lesson, we will focus on the conversation with the doctor. This part can feel...
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#368 Going to the doctor 3 - Talking with the Nurse
Welcome back! This is the third episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we practiced how to make an appointment and how to check in at the clinic. Today, we’ll continue with the next step: talking with the nurse. Usually, before you see the doctor, a nurse will ask you a…
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#367 New Year’s Eve in the USA (2026)
Today, we will talk about how people in America celebrate New Year's Eve. And with a short story you will learn grammar in context without any boring rules. On my website you can get the 5 Secrets to speak English and also my premium courses. Get the text here:
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#366 Christmas Traditions in the USA 2025
Merry Christmas, everyone! Hey there! Welcome back to the podcast. I’m really happy you’re here today. Christmas is a special time in the United States. But here’s something interesting: people don’t celebrate Christmas the same way everywhere. In today’s episode, let’s look at some fun and…
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#365 Going to the doctor 2 - Making an Appointment
Hi! I'm Georgiana, and I'm back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast—the podcast that helps you speak English fluently, with no grammar and no textbooks. This is the second episode in our 4-part series on going to the doctor. In the last episode, we practiced how to make an...
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#364 Going to the Doctor - Making an Appointment
Today we're beginning a new series—four episodes designed to prepare you for going to the doctor. Why this topic? Well, the truth is simple. At some point, whether you live abroad, travel, or study in another country, you will need medical care. And the very first step is usually the same…
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Black Friday 2025: Special Episode + Premium Courses FAQ
Hi! This week is a bit special because it is Black Friday and all my courses have a 60% discount only until Sunday!! I've received several messages with questions about the courses. In this short episode, I'm gonna try to answer some frequently asked questions. By the way, you can get the deal at:
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#363 Thanksgiving 2025
Tom (Being serious): Hey, do we have to send thank you notes to everyone we've ever met for Thanksgiving? James (Laughing): Oh no, it's not like that! Thanksgiving is more about enjoying turkey and pie with family and friends, not writing thank you notes to everyone! Hi! Welcome to a special...
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#362 English Pronunciation Practice: SH and CH Sounds
This is the fourth and final episode in our pronunciation series. In the first episode, we practiced R and L. In the second, we worked on the TH sound. In the third, we practiced V and B. And today, we will practice the difference between SH and CH. These sounds look similar, but they are not the...
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#361 English Pronunciation Practice: The V and B Sounds
This is the third episode in our pronunciation series. In the first episode, we practiced R and L. In the second one, we worked on the TH sound. And today, we'll practice the difference between V and B. These sounds can be very tricky, because in some languages there isn't much difference between...
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#360 English Pronunciation Practice: The TH Sound
Today, we'll practice one of the trickiest sounds in English: the TH sound. Actually, English has two TH sounds: The voiceless /θ/, like in think, thank, thirty. The voiced /ð/, like in this, that, brother. Many students replace them with t, d, s, or z. For example: They say tank you instead of...
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#359 English Pronunciation Practice - L and R Sounds
This is the first episode in a special pronunciation series. We’ll do four episodes in a row, each one focused on different sounds. In this first episode, we’ll work on R and L. Next time, we’ll practice the TH sound. Then, we’ll look at V and B. And finally, we’ll practice SH and CH. So, step by...
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#359 English Pronunciation Practice: L and R Sounds
This is the first episode in a special pronunciation series. We’ll do four episodes in a row, each one focused on different sounds. In this first episode, we’ll work on R and L. Next time, we’ll practice the TH sound. Then, we’ll look at V and B. And finally, we’ll practice SH and CH. So, step by...
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#358 US State Name Stories – West and SouthWest
Welcome back, travelers! One last time, pack your bags — we’re heading west. Today, we’ll visit the Southwest and the West. In the Southwest, we have: Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. And in the West, we have: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah,...
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#357 US State Name Stories - Midwest
This is the third episode of our state names series. This time, we’re traveling to the Midwest. Let’s quickly list all the states in the Midwest: They are: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. That’s twelve…
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#356 US State Name Stories – Northeast
Hi! This is part two of our series about US state names. Today, we’ll explore the Northeast: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. That’s eleven states in total! And today I’ll focus on: New York, New...
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#355 The Weird & Wonderful Origins of US State Names | Southeast
Are you ready for a trip through the United States? Pack your bags — because today we’re starting a special journey! In this first episode, we’ll travel to the Southeast: Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. Next time, we’ll continue our trip to the Northeast, then to the Midwest, and…
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#354 Talking About the Weather English
Let me ask you something: what’s the easiest way to start a conversation in English? If you said the weather, you’re absolutely right! It doesn’t matter where you are—London, New York, or Paris—at some point, people will always talk about the weather. And it makes sense, right? The weather…
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#353 Summer or Winter? It Depends Where You Live
It’s the end of August, and in many countries in the Northern Hemisphere — like the U.S., Canada,France, Spain, or Japan — that means one thing: summer is ending. The days are still hot, but soon the air will cool down, the leaves will change color, and fall will begin. Get the transcript on my...
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#352 Dentist Visit in English Phrases + Mini-Story
I’ll be honest with you—I don’t really enjoy going to the dentist. I think most people feel the same way. It can be a little scary, right? Now imagine you’re not speaking your native language. If you already feel nervous about the dentist, trying to explain everything in English can make the...
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#351 False Friends Every Romance Language Speaker Should Know #2
Last time, we talked about false friends—words that look similar in English and your native language, but mean something very different. Get the text on my website: Example 1: Actual This one’s a classic false friend. In Spanish, “actual” or in Portuguese “atual” means “current” or “present.” But...
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#350 False Friends That Confuse Romance Language Speakers
Hi! I want to talk about something that can really help you understand English vocabulary better — especially if you speak a Romance language like Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, or Romanian. These languages all come from Latin — you know, the language spoken by the Romans a long time ago....
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#349 Learn English with Small Daily Habits
Some students like to read while they listen. Others prefer to read afterward. It’s totally up to you. You might find it helps connect the sounds and the spelling—or just gives you more confidence. And one last thing before we jump in: Even if it feels like you’re learning slowly… you’re not.…
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#348 Little Women - Learn Grammar in Context
Today, I want to tell you about a book that I really love—Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott. To be honest, it’s one of my all-time favorite stories. It’s warm, emotional, and full of life. I’ve listened to the audiobook version, and what makes it extra special is that it’s a full-cast recording....
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#347 Be more patient while learning English
Today, I want to talk to you about something really simple—but very important. Be patient with yourself. This episode has three short parts: Why learning takes time How to stop being too hard on yourself A small mindset shift that can help you feel better Before we get started, don’t forget to…
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#346 Anxiety when Speaking English
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about something very real—but often hidden: 👉 Why speaking English feels stressful… 👉 And how you can feel calmer, more focused, and more confident when you speak. Before we start, you can get the transcript at
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345 Stop Apologizing
345 Stop Apologizing by Georgiana
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hi, I’m Georgiana — creator of the Speak English Now podcast and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com.With over 35 million downloads worldwide, this podcast has helped English learners around the globe speak confidently and fluently.Since 2011, I’ve been teaching English using proven techniques like mini-stories and point-of-view lessons — methods that help you speak naturally, without memorizing grammar rules or relying on textbooks.I speak clearly and at a slow, natural pace, making it easy for you to understand every word and improve your fluency step by step.What makes this podcast different?🗣️ You’ll practice speaking, not just listening.🔊 My voice is clear, slow, and easy to follow — perfect for learners at all levels.📚 No grammar rules. No textbooks. No stress.🌍 You'll learn both the language and the culture behind it.✅ Lessons are based on repetition, storytelling, and real-world vocabulary.BONUS: You can read the full transcript of every episode at👉 SpeakEnglishPodcas
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