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Let's Learn English! Topic: Indoor Sports! 🏓🏸🥊 Dec 07, 2025

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In this English lesson I’ll help you learn useful words and phrases you can use when talking about indoor sports. Some activities happen out in the open, but plenty take place indoors, especially if you live somewhere that experiences the season of winter. When the cold arrives, indoor sports often become the go-to way to stay active.

In this English lesson you’ll learn vocabulary for activities like: table tennis, ping pong, badminton, indoor soccer, dodgeball, boxing, cornhole, boxing, rock climbing, dance, martial arts, squash, racquetball, ice hockey, and many other sports you can play inside.

I hope you enjoy this free English class all about indoor sports! 🏓🧗‍♂️

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4xlwQBxfQg or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Indoor Sports"

Drone Vocabulary for English Learners 🚁 Dec 04, 2025

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In this English lesson I will help you learn useful vocabulary for talking about drones and other flying technology. Maybe you've seen a drone at the park or beach or own one in real life, or you’re just curious about how they work, these words will help you describe them clearly and confidently in English.

In this English lesson you’ll learn words and phrases like: drone, quadcopter, controller, gimbal, propeller, battery pack, and flight time. I’ll also teach action words like hover, takeoff, and landing, as well as helpful phrases like obstacle avoidance and drone pilot.

I hope you enjoy this English lesson about drones!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAnvU7QpjzU or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Drone"

Let's Learn English! Topic: Common Verbs! 🛵🚀🍕 Nov 30, 2025

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In this English lesson, you’ll learn a collection of everyday verbs that English speakers rely on constantly. These useful words will help you talk about decisions, routines, plans, and all the little actions that fill your day. As you learn them, you’ll start sounding more natural, more clear, and more confident when you speak English.

In this free English class, we’ll look at verbs such as to recommend, to improve, to include, to prepare, to remove, to arrange, to remind, to avoid, to promise, to suggest, to discover, to prefer, to enjoy, to decide, to describe, and to deliver. I’ll walk you through simple examples and short explanations so you can see exactly how these verbs work in real conversations.

I hope you enjoy this English lesson about common verbs!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZtrN19pn4Q or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Common Verbs"

English Phrases with the Word "STEP" in Them 🚶 Nov 27, 2025

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In this English lesson, you’ll learn some useful phrases that include the word “step.” These expressions show up often in everyday conversations, and understanding them will help you sound more natural and confident. You'll learn at how to talk about progress, encouragement, and new beginnings.

In this English lesson I'll teach you phrases such as step by step, every step of the way, to take the first step, and one step at a time. These expressions are perfect when you want to talk about learning, completing tasks, or supporting someone. They help you describe how progress happens slowly, carefully, and with patience.

We’ll also explore phrases about confidence and improvement, including step out of your comfort zone and a step in the right direction. These are great for talking about personal goals and small actions that lead to big results.

By the end of the lesson, you’ll understand what each phrase means and how to use them naturally in your own English conversations.

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0JXae4x6RI or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Step"

Let's Learn English! Topic: Big Tech! 🖥️👩‍💻🤖 Nov 23, 2025

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In this English lesson you'll learn some words and phrases that English speakers use when talking about Big Tech companies like Meta, Amazon, Apple, Google, Facebook, and OpenAI. These tech giants have changed the way we search for information, connect with friends, and shop so it's important to know the words and phrases people use when discussing them in English conversations.

In this English class you’ll learn useful terms such as big tech, tech giants, targeted advertising, algorithm, search engine, machine learning, server farm, generative AI, data centre, privacy, user data, and cloud computing.

By the end of this English lesson, you’ll be able to speak confidently about social media platforms, new digital trends, and the rapidly changing technology around you.

I hope you enjoy this English lesson about Big Tech!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qsyr7YTss4s or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Big Tech"

If You Can Understand These Two Jokes Your English Level Is Amazing! 🤪🤣😆 Nov 13, 2025

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One of the best ways to test your English comprehension is to listen to a few jokes. Jokes hold meaning on two levels. They have literal meaning, which most can understand, and they have a secondary meaning which is what makes them funny. As an English learner, if you can understand why a joke is funny, it means your ability to understand English is very well developed.

In this English lesson I will tell you two longer jokes that were first told to me by my uncle when I was a kid. I've also included on dad joke as well.

I hope these jokes help you learn a bit more English, and maybe you can even try to tell one of these jokes to an English speaking friend. Have a great day!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a154jxI_Gck or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian 2 Jokes"

If You Can Understand These Jokes Your English Level Is Very High! 🌼 🚲👖📘 Nov 09, 2025

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In this English lesson, I’ll be sharing 20 jokes to help you test your English skills in a fun way. If you can understand why the jokes are funny and they make you laugh, it’s a great sign that your English level is quite advanced. Being able to get jokes in another language means you truly understand the language and the joke!

In this lesson, I’ll tell jokes about all kinds of things: computers, bicycles, graveyards, pants, homework, golf, the moon, grapes, numbers, pictures, facial hair, trees, scarecrows, and more! You’ll not only learn some funny jokes, but you’ll also pick up new English words and phrases along the way.

I hope you enjoy this English lesson filled with laughter and learning. Have a great day!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwktK8DEn84 or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Jokes"

An English Lesson About Bad Weather ☔🌧️💦 Nov 06, 2025

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In this English lesson, you’ll learn how to talk about bad weather in a casual, everyday way and also in a more formal way you might hear on the news.

When it’s raining or snowing, we use all kinds of expressions to describe how awful it feels outside. You’ll hear people say things like “It’s miserable out there,” “What a gross day,” or “It’s a crappy day.” These are all informal ways to describe bad weather when you’re chatting with friends or coworkers.

You’ll also learn how to sound more formal when talking about weather conditions. In the news or in official announcements, people often use terms like “adverse weather conditions” or “inclement weather.” These phrases are useful in reports, emails, or work situations where you need to sound professional or polite, even when the weather is terrible!

Finally, we’ll look at common actions and phrases people use during rain or snow. When it rains, you might “get caught in the rain” or “be drenched” by the time you get home. In snowy weather, you could “go in the ditch” or “slip and fall” on the ice. You’ll even learn sports expressions like “a rain delay” or “to be rained out.”

By the end of this lesson, you’ll be ready to describe any kind of rainy or snowy day in both formal and informal English!

I hope you enjoy this English lesson about bad weather!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_6WtKRTg4o or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Bad Weather"

Let's Learn English! Topic: Handy Machines! 🤖🏧💦 Nov 02, 2025

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In this English lesson, you’ll learn vocabulary for handy machines. These are the everyday machines that make life easier. From the vending machine that gives you snacks to the reverse vending machine that gives you money, these are the little helpers we use all the time without even thinking about it.

In this English lesson you'll learn words and phrases like: automatic door, robotic lawn mower, garage door opener, self-checkout, cash counter, escalator, smart plug, vending machine, reverse vending machine, ATM, water fountain, and many more!

By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to talk about modern conveniences clearly and naturally in English. Whether you’re describing how a garage door opener works or explaining where to find an ATM, you’ll sound more fluent and confident when discussing technology that makes life a little easier.

I hope you enjoy this English lesson about handy machines!

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Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvlELb6xjkQ or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Handy Machines"

Learn 19 Funny English Words and Phrases for Everyday Life! Oct 30, 2025

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In this English lesson, you’ll learn some fun words and phrases that native English speakers love to use! These expressions help you sound more natural when talking about habits, moods, and personalities — especially in casual conversation. From weather and sleep to social life and driving, you’ll discover how these short phrases add color to your English.

In this English class I'll help you learn English words and phrases like: sweater weather, passenger princess, backseat driver, party pooper, couch potato, beauty sleep, happy camper, early bird, night owl, social butterfly, homebody, city slicker, country bumpkin, neat freak, copycat, and know-it-all, quiet time and me time.

This English lesson is full of examples, explanations, and pronunciation practice so you can use these phrases naturally in your daily conversations. Whether you’re a social butterfly or more of a homebody, you’ll have fun learning!

Note: This is the audio portion of a Youtube English lesson which you can watch right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwH_Pv5AuCY or by searching Youtube for, "Bob the Canadian Funny Words"

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