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#263 Social Isolation - The Hikikomori Phenomenon Aug 11, 2023

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Have you ever spent a whole weekend just relaxing and doing nothing? Just playing games or binging shows? It's a nice break, right?

Well, there's a Japanese word for this -"Hikikomori," which means "being confined." It's about people who choose to stay away from society completely. This is common in Japan, but other cultures have similar ideas. People call them loners or "modern-day hermits."

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#262 Food vocabulary - How to Prepare a Smoothie? Aug 04, 2023

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I'd like to include some food and cooking vocabulary in this episode.

And with a mini-story, you will improve your English fluency.

You'll see, it's like having a conversation with another person.

You know, when I enter the kitchen, my first thought is… Why am I here? Yeah. I'm hungry. That's why. Now I remember. :)

I open the refrigerator and start scanning for some delicious food.

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#261 Phrasal verbs with GIVE Jul 28, 2023

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Today we are going to talk about phrasal verbs with the verb give. Many of you have asked for a new phrasal verbs episode, so I am sure that you are excited about it. Apparently, everyone wants to learn new phrasal verbs.

And with mini-story, you will improve your fluency. I will ask you many questions that you will need to answer right away. It's like speaking English with another person.

Here are some phrasal verbs:
To give something away
To give oneself or somebody else away
To give in
To give out

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#260 Homophones in English – There, their, they're Jul 21, 2023

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In today's lesson, we're going to explore the fascinating world of homophones. These are words that sound the same but have different meanings, and sometimes can be tricky for English learners.

Don't worry, though! By the end of this episode, you'll have a solid understanding of homophones and be able to use them confidently in your everyday conversations.

Homophones are words that are pronounced the same but have different meanings and may be spelled differently. They can often cause confusion, as they sound identical, but their meanings can vary. Let's explore some common examples of homophones to help clarify their usage.

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#259 Discovering Unique American Adventures Jul 14, 2023

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Today, let's explore the incredible American experiences you can only find in the USA! And with a fun mini-story, you will improve your English fluency.

The United States is known for its diverse culture, innovation, and unique things to do. In this episode, we'll discover American experiences exclusive to this country.

The USA is home to stunning natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. These parks offer magnificent beauty and outdoor adventures that you can only find in the USA.

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#258 Different types of journalism part2 Jun 29, 2023

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This time, I'll share more types of writing in journalism. In an earlier episode, I talked about different types of newswriting, such as news, report, and interviews. And with a fun mini-story, you will practice your English speaking.

We will explore opinion genres, where writing is done from a subjective perspective. Let's see what they are:

Editorial
Opinion Article
Column
Letter to the Editor

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#257 Different Types of Journalism Jun 22, 2023

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Today, we will discuss the different types of journalism we can find in the media.

The news

News is a crucial and representative category of informative journalism. It covers recent and intriguing political, sports, cultural, and social events.

Objectivity is a vital but often lacking aspect of news. Ideally, a news story should be impartial and unbiased, but this isn't always true.

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#256 - 5 Signs You Should Consider Finding a New Job Jun 15, 2023

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Today, we're going to discuss a newspaper article that talks about five signs that indicate the need to find a new job.

Let's take a look!

You hate it when they ask you about your job.
You have a lousy time on Sundays.
It affects your self-esteem.
You hate logging into LinkedIn.
Poor Sleep Quality.

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255 Phrasal Verb - To Butter Up Jun 08, 2023

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Let's take a closer look at the expression "butter up" and how it is commonly used.

When someone tries hard to please others to gain their favor or personal benefits in the workplace, it's known as 'buttering up.'"

Here are some other expressions that are similar to "buttering up":

Sucking up to someone
Kissing up or Kissing someone's boots
Playing up to someone:
Apple-polishing
Flattering
Brown-nosing
Playing the game
Bending over backward

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254 Business Expressions - The Office TV show Jun 02, 2023

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We'll start with a brief conversation that includes the top 10 business expressions.

And to make learning more fun, I've taken inspiration from 'The Office' TV show. And you'll learn grammar in context with a point of view story.

Let's listen to the used expressions:

#1 "Thinking outside the box" - This phrase means to think creatively or in a non-traditional way. #2 "In the loop" - This means to be informed or included in a particular situation or discussion.

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