Wonder In English
by Courtney
Hi! Wonder in English covers weekly topics for intermediate-advanced English speakers. We have a new podcast episode out every Thursday with challenging vocabulary words, idioms, and collocations that will have you sounding like a native speaker.The best part is that our podcasts are interesting and filled with everyday language and information that you can use to talk to your colleagues or friends. Each episode has an extended, written lesson on our site www.wonderinenglish so you can see everything you hear. Don't forget to subscribe!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nipcEpWCRK1g6jP9OKT
Episodes
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British vs American English
Have you ever wondered what the differences were between British and American English? In this lesson, we dive deep on those differences in the areas of pronunciation, spelling, grammar and slang. I list out a bunch of examples but you can find EVEN MORE on the PDF I made for this episode which…
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You Married Your Parents
In this episode, we talk about why psychologists think we marry someone who represents all the qualities of our parents. Listen to see if it's true for you! You'll also learn tons of new vocabulary, including "Scour", "Embodied", and "Recollection". For the full version of this lesson, don't…
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Interview: How to Know You've Found the One
In this episode, we talk about what makes a relationship work. I interview my friend Paige and her fiancee, Brentley, about the 5 things you need to agree on in order to thrive. We also discuss the 5 love languages and the things that have made their other relationships fall apart. It's a very...
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Communication is Key
In this episode, we discuss the most important part of relationships: COMMUNICATION! There is definitely a right and a wrong way to do this. More specifically, we cover the Imago style of communication that has helped thousands of couples transform their relationships and find greater intimacy.…
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Relationship Advice
In this episode, we discuss relationship advice from old, successful couples. You will learn English proverbs and advanced vocabulary like "Fester", "Dismantle", and "Don’t sweat the small stuff". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check...
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Guns in the United States: ESL Lesson
In this episode, we discuss the effects of guns in the USA. You will learn advanced vocabulary like "Rile", "Lobbying", and "Lax". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it out here:...
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The Dangers of Birth Control: ESL Lesson
In this episode, we discuss the side effects of birth control - and one in particular that no one talks about! You will learn advanced vocabulary like "Flatlined", "Spout out", and "Triggered". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it...
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Women's Cycles, Periods, and the Moon: ESL Lesson
In this episode, we discuss what happens to the female body throughout the month and why you or your girlfriend is sometimes feeling energized, and then a few weeks later, feeling very low. Why is that? It's all because we have hormonal cycles. We talk about advanced vocabulary like "Microcosm",...
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Cosmetic Surgery (ESL Lesson)
In this episode, we discuss the rise of cosmetic surgery in the United States. We learn advanced vocabulary like "Deflate", "Insatiable", and "Epidemic". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it out here:...
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Interview: Life of a Pilot
In this episode, I speak with my friend Luke about what it's like to be a pilot and a flight instructor in the US. We talk about flight emergencies, what it takes to be a pilot, and funny mistakes he's made. You will learn advanced vocabulary and idioms like "Redundancy", "Air traffic control "…
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Interview: College life in the USA
In this episode, I speak with my friend Alex about what it's like to go to college in the United States. We talk about fraternities and sororities, changing majors, student debt and more. You will learn advanced vocabulary and idioms like "camaraderie", "enlist in the army" and "jump through...
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Interview: Science behind learning English as a second language
In this episode, I speak with Alba about what it's like to be a foreigner living in the USA and learning English as a second language. We talk about teaching your kids your native language, language loss over time, and counterintuitive facts about language learning that I bet you didn't know. You...
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Interview: Living in New York City
In this episode, I speak with my friend Brenden about what it's like living in New York City. We talk about the cost of living, the culture in New York, and more. You will learn advanced vocabulary like "daunting", "dog-eat-dog world", and "fringe benefits". If you'd like to see the full, written...
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Interview: Prisons in the United States
In this episode, I speak with my friend Mary Rose. Mary Rose is an incredible lawyer and human rights activist. She's represented prisoners and has seen incredible amounts of injustice and mistreatment. Together we discuss the history and impact of our prison systems and what we can do to make…
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Politics in the United States: ESL Vocab Lesson
In this episode, we discuss Trumps historic election in 2017 and how Americans reacted. We learn advanced vocabulary like "inauguration", "electoral votes", and "swing state". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it out here:...
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Gay Marriage in the United States (ESL Lesson)
In this episode, we discuss the history and current stance on gay marriage rights in the United States. We learn advanced vocabulary like "to come to the forefront", "to infringe", and "legislation". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary,...
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Religion in the United States (ESL Lesson)
In this episode, we discuss the taboo topic of religion in the United States. We learn advanced vocabulary like "agnostic", "cult" and "Scientology". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it out here:...
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Mental Health: ESL Lesson
In this episode, we discuss the taboo topic of mental health in the United States. We learn advanced vocabulary like "bouts", "stem from", and "exacerbate". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it out here:...
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Renting vs Buying a Home in the USA
In this episode, we discuss the financial differences between renting and buying a home in the United States. We learn advanced vocabulary like "bucket list", "mortgage", and "to tack on". If you'd like to see the full, written version of this lesson with more idioms and vocabulary, check it out...
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Cost of American Weddings
In this episode, we learn the cost of American weddings and how traditions have changed for younger generations. We learn advanced vocabulary like "rite of passage", "to conceive", and "to foot the bill". To see all the idioms and vocabulary from the podcast, check out the written lesson here:...
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Consumer Debt: America's Biggest Problem
In this episode, we discuss the crazy amounts of money Americans owe for their credit cards, cars and student loans. We learn advanced vocabulary like "disposable income", "recession", and "revamp". For more extensive vocabulary, check out the full, written lesson of this podcast here:...
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Why Most Budgets Fail: ESL Vocab Lesson
In this lesson, we discuss budgeting and the reason why most budgets actually fail. We will learn advanced vocabulary like "allocate", "granular", and "frugality". Don't forget to check out the full, written lesson with extended vocabulary + idiom explanations here:...
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Social Media & Mental Health
In this lesson, we discuss the effects of social media on our mental health. You will learn advanced vocabulary and idioms like "wired to", "bubble", and "curated". Don't forget you can find the full lesson with extra vocabulary words here:...
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Why? The most important question to ask yourself
In this episode, we talk about how to use "why" to find more meaning in our lives. We learn important vocabulary like, "enamored" and "tenure", as well as powerful idioms native speakers use like, "rear its ugly head" and "few and far between". You definitely won't want to miss this episode. In...
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Meditation Changes Your Brain: ESL Vocab Lesson
In this lesson, we discuss the benefits of meditation. You will learn advanced vocabulary and idioms like "hone your ability", "to plummet", and "to go haywire". Don't forget you can find the full lesson, extra vocabulary and transcript here: https://www.wonderinenglish.com/?p=1470&preview=true…
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Habits: Simple steps to change your life
In today's episode we learn about the science behind habits and how, with little changes, we can change our whole life. We discuss advanced vocabulary like accumulate, ripped abs, and triggers. For the transcript and additional vocabulary, check out the full lesson here:...
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Designer Babies
In this lesson, we discuss new genetic technology that allows us to change the way our babies will look. We learn helpful, advanced vocabulary associated with the topic of IVF and anatomy, including words like embryo and implant. Don't forget to check out the full lesson here:...
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Lab-grown Meat: ESL Vocab Lesson
In this week's podcast episode, we discuss the future of lab-grown meat and the positive environmental effects it will bring. Tune in to learn advanced, new vocabulary! Find the full, written lesson here https://www.wonderinenglish.com/2019/01/24/8-lab-grown-meat/ or on www.WonderInEnglish.com...
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A Computer Brain (Neuralink): ESL Lesson
In this lesson, we continue our discussion about new technology with Elon Musk's company Neuralink. We talk about joining computers and our brains and learn advanced new vocabulary. This podcast only explains part of the vocabulary so don't forget to check out the full lesson on...
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Would You Live Forever?
In this episode, we discuss the technology we're developing now that will allow us to live forever in the future. Would you want to be immortal? What kind of problems could arise from this? We'll also examine helpful vocabulary and useful, everyday idioms for intermediate-advanced speakers. Don't...
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Artificial Intelligence: ESL Lesson
In this episode, we learn about the vocabulary associated with technology and artificial intelligence. We specifically talk about the implications of intelligent robots on our future. Don't forget to check out the full, written lesson with bonus vocabulary at wonderinenglish.com or go directly to...
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ESL Lesson: New Year's Resolutions
In this episode, we learn about the vocabulary associated with goal-setting during the New Year. We talk about what makes it more likely that you'll achieve your goals as well. Don't forget to check out the full, written lesson with bonus vocabulary at wonderinenglish.com or go directly to the...
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ESL Lesson: Christmas Consumerism
In preparation for the holidays, this lesson will cover the other side of Christmas that people don't often discuss- consumerism. We will learn words like conundrum, dread, and the snowball effect. Don't forget to check out the full lesson on WonderInEnglish.com! Direct link to lesson:...
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Interview: The Great Depression
In this episode, I speak with my 86 year old grandmother about what it was like growing up during the Great Depression in the United States. She lives in a small town in South Carolina, so you will get to enjoy her southern accent. We learn vocabulary associated with the antiques, poverty and...
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ESL Writing: Comma Mistakes
Here we will discover when to use commas and when not to. These are the most common mistakes I see with my intermediate-advanced ESL students. For further information on this lesson, see our website: wonderinenglish.com
About this show
Hi! Wonder in English covers weekly topics for intermediate-advanced English speakers. We have a new podcast episode out every Thursday with challenging vocabulary words, idioms, and collocations that will have you sounding like a native speaker.The best part is that our podcasts are interesting and filled with everyday language and information that you can use to talk to your colleagues or friends. Each episode has an extended, written lesson on our site www.wonderinenglish so you can see everything you hear. Don't forget to subscribe!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nipcEpWCRK1g6jP9OKT
Hosted by
Courtney