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Welcome to this English lesson, where you'll improve your listening skills with the story "The Community Garage Sale." This touching tale follows Anna and her son Max as they participate in their neighborhood garage sale. What starts as a mundane task turns into a heartfelt moment when an elderly man finds an old record player that brings back precious memories of his late wife. Through this interaction, Max learns the value of memories and human connection, realizing that the things we discard can mean the world to someone else.
00:00 intro to the story
01:08 the story
07:31 language analysis In this lesson
You'll also learn key English phrases used in the story to convey emotion and vivid imagery. Here’s the language analysis:
“One person's junk is another person's treasure” Meaning: Something you no longer value might be meaningful or useful to someone else. Example: I was about to throw out my old chair, but the neighbor took it. One person's junk is another person's treasure.
“Gathering dust” Meaning: Something has been sitting unused for a long time. Example: My guitar has been gathering dust in the corner for years.
“Brought him back to a time” Meaning: Something makes someone remember a specific moment from the past. Example: Hearing that song brought me back to a time when I was a child.
“Long lost” Meaning: Something not seen for a very long time but once greatly valued. Example: She found a long-lost letter from her childhood tucked into that book.
“Lump in her throat” Meaning: A physical feeling of being emotional, often when trying to hold back tears. Example: When I watched that video, I felt a lump in my throat.
“Clearing space in her heart” Meaning: Letting go of physical or emotional clutter to feel lighter and happier. Example: Sometimes clearing space in your home helps clear your mind as well.
“Unspoken understanding” Meaning: When people understand each other without needing to say anything. Example: When she smiled at him across the room, there was an unspoken understanding between them.
Listen to the story again to reinforce your learning, and check the description for the full text of the phrases, additional learning resources, and more episodes to help you improve your English. Don’t forget to share this lesson with a friend and subscribe if you’re new here. Thank you for being here, and I’ll see you next time! -
In this English lesson, you'll learn how to confidently talk about your devices, apps, tech problems, social media habits, and even the future of technology. We'll explore useful phrases, common idioms, and fun conversational topics to help you sound natural when discussing technology in English.
Whether you're excited about a new phone or trying to explain a tech issue, this lesson has you covered.
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Fantastic courses from a teacher friend: https://www.tofluency.com/espresso/
Find a language teacher online here: https://go.italki.com/tofluency
Learn English through TV: https://www.tofluency.com/fluentu/
Learn English with AI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cIvJsDPmXw
Speaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQ
Writing method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw
Your Devices: 💬 I just got it, and it’s amazing. 💬 The camera is incredible. It takes such clear photos. 💬 The screen is huge, and the battery lasts all day. 💬 My laptop is outdated. I need to upgrade. 💬 My phone keeps freezing. It’s so annoying. 💬 The battery on my tablet doesn’t last anymore.
Phrases to Fix Tech Problems: 💬 Do you know how to fix this? 💬 Have you tried restarting it? 💬 Can you take a look at my phone?
Talking About Apps and Websites: 💬 I downloaded a new app to help me learn English. 💬 I have a new fitness app, and it’s great for tracking my exercise. 💬 Is it free, or do you need to pay for it? 💬 Could you send me the link? 💬 What’s the name of that app again? 💬 I looked it up on Google and found everything I needed. 💬 I spend way too much time online shopping. 💬 My phone updated automatically last night.
Social Media Phrases: 💬 I spend way too much time scrolling through Instagram. 💬 I posted a photo yesterday, and it got lots of likes. 💬 Have you seen that viral video of the cat dancing? 💬 I deleted my Facebook app because I needed a break. 💬 I’m trying to limit my time on social media.
Technology Habits: 💬 I’m trying to cut down on my screen time. 💬 I check my phone first thing in the morning. 💬 I’m addicted to my phone. I can’t put it down. 💬 I check social media every five minutes. I’m totally addicted.
The Future of Technology: 💬 I think AI is going to change everything. 💬 Virtual reality is going to change how we work and play. 💬 Have you heard about self-driving cars? 💬 I think self-driving cars will be everywhere in 10 years.
Useful Tech Idioms: 💬 AI tools like ChatGPT have been a game-changer. 💬 I went camping and was completely off the grid.
By the end of this lesson, you’ll be ready to talk about all things tech with confidence. What are your top three apps right now? Leave a comment below! And don’t forget to share this video or podcast with a friend who’s learning English. -
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In this English lesson, you're going to practice your listening skills with the story The Uninvited Guest. After the story, we'll explore seven key phrases that will help you understand how to convey suspense, tension, and emotional depth in English. Whether you're here to improve your vocabulary, comprehension, or overall fluency, this lesson will give you practical tools to use in everyday conversations.
Chapters: 00:00 intro to the story
01:00 the story
07:24 learn phrases from the story
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Affiliate Disclosure Some links in this description may be affiliate links. This means I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel!
Fantastic courses from a teacher friend: https://www.tofluency.com/espresso/
Find a language teacher online here: https://go.italki.com/tofluency
Learn English through TV: https://www.tofluency.com/fluentu/
Learn English with AI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cIvJsDPmXw
Speaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQ
Writing method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw
The first phrase: A knot form in her stomach 💬 Laura felt a knot form in her stomach when she saw David at the door. 💬 I felt a knot in my stomach before the exam. 💬 She had a knot in her stomach when she realized she'd made a mistake.
The second phrase: Good to see you again 💬 David said, "Good to see you again," to James in a neutral way. 💬 It's good to see you again after all these years. 💬 Good to see you again! How have you been?
The third phrase: Never one to miss an opportunity 💬 David was described as never one to miss an opportunity, meaning he always took advantage of chances. 💬 She's never one to miss an opportunity to help others. 💬 He's never one to miss an opportunity to show off his knowledge.
The fourth phrase: Stick with you 💬 David said some memories stick with you, meaning they remain in your mind for a long time. 💬 The kindness of strangers during my trip really stuck with me. 💬 That lesson stuck with him and shaped how he handled challenges.
The fifth phrase: Walking on a tightrope 💬 Laura felt like she was walking on a tightrope during the evening, navigating a delicate situation. 💬 Managing the team while avoiding conflicts felt like walking on a tightrope. 💬 She was walking on a tightrope trying not to upset anyone.
The sixth phrase: Lingering gaze 💬 David's lingering gaze added to the tension, suggesting deeper feelings or intentions. 💬 His lingering gaze told her everything he didn’t say. 💬 The lingering gaze between them hinted at something unspoken.
The seventh phrase: Let out a breath she didn’t realize she’d been holding 💬 Laura let out a breath she didn’t realize she’d been holding after David left, feeling relieved. 💬 When the test was over, I let out a breath I didn’t realize I’d been holding. 💬 She finally let out a breath as the situation resolved.
By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a deeper understanding of these phrases and how to use them effectively in your own conversations. Listen to the story again and focus on how these expressions are used in context. Don’t forget to share this video with friends who are learning English—it helps the podcast grow and reach more learners. Thank you for watching, and I’ll see you in the next lesson! -
Money makes the world go round, but how well do you understand the phrases we use to talk about it? In this lesson, we explore key English phrases about money, from saving and spending to investing and everyday idioms. Whether you're discussing finances, planning a budget, or chatting about inflation, these phrases will help you sound more natural in English.
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Affiliate Disclosure Some links in this description may be affiliate links. This means I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel!
Fantastic courses from a teacher friend: https://www.tofluency.com/espresso/
Find a language teacher online here: https://go.italki.com/tofluency
Learn English through TV: https://www.tofluency.com/fluentu/
Learn English with AI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cIvJsDPmXw
Speaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQ
Writing method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw
Here’s what we’ll cover in this lesson:
The evolution of money: Learn about barter systems, intrinsic value, fiat money, and the debt-based system.
💬 Barter systems were one of the earliest forms of trade.
💬 These metals had intrinsic value, meaning their worth came from the material itself.
💬 Fiat money has value because the government says it does.
💬 Modern money is largely created through lending, a debt-based system.
Spending money: Improve your vocabulary for talking about how you manage your finances.
💬 My friend blew all of his money on a new car. (blow money)
💬 I need to tighten up after our vacation. (tighten up)
💬 I feel like splurging on a new sound system. (splurge on something)
Saving money: Learn how to talk about saving for the future and emergencies.
💬 I'm putting money aside for a new car. (put money aside)
💬 They've built a nice nest egg over the years. (nest egg)
💬 It's always wise to save for a rainy day. (save for a rainy day)
Investing money: Understand the key terms for discussing investments.
💬 I invested in tech stocks last year. (stocks)
💬 It's important to have a balanced portfolio. (portfolio)
💬 Don't put all your eggs in one basket. (spread your investments)
💬 I'm going to play it safe and choose low-risk investments. (play it safe)
💬 I'm going to take a gamble on this investment. (take a gamble)
Debt and loans: Talk about borrowing money and managing repayments.
💬 I'm going to pay off my car loan today. (pay off)
💬 We're drowning in debt since Paul lost his job. (drowning in debt)
Inflation and rising costs: Understand the impact of inflation and how to discuss it in English.
💬 Inflation has caused prices to go up significantly this year. (inflation)
💬 The cost of living is rising in many cities. (cost of living)
💬 Gas prices are going through the roof. (prices are going through the roof)
💬 I can't afford to eat out anymore. (can't afford)
Everyday money idioms: Add some fun expressions to your conversations.
💬 Money doesn't grow on trees. (money is limited)
💬 He made a killing in real estate last year. (make a killing)
💬 Buying that car was like throwing money down the drain. (waste money)
By the end of this video, you’ll not only understand these phrases but also feel confident using them in real conversations. Don’t forget to practice creating your own sentences with these expressions and share this video with friends who want to learn too! -
In this episode, you’re going to learn one of the most effective ways to build confidence in English conversations. This simple and practical method is often overlooked by English learners but can transform how you approach speaking English. By the end of this lesson, you’ll know how to create personalized sentences that will prepare you for most conversations and make you feel more fluent and confident.
Listen to episode 52 to learn how to use AI.
Listen to episode 19 for the fluency method.
💡 WHY PERSONAL SENTENCES ARE SO POWERFUL
1. MOST CONVERSATIONS ARE ABOUT YOU
Conversations often begin with questions about your life, such as your job, hobbies, or recent experiences. If you prepare answers in advance, you’ll save time, reduce stress, and speak more naturally.
2. TALKING ABOUT YOURSELF DOESN’T CHANGE
Since you often discuss the same topics—like your job, family, or interests—you can prepare answers that are nearly perfect and use them repeatedly.
3. SPECIFIC SENTENCES ARE MORE INTERESTING
Generic sentences are fine, but specific details make your answers more engaging and easier to remember. For example, instead of saying "I like tennis," you can say, "I love playing tennis, but I only play in the summer."
💡 HOW TO CREATE YOUR PERSONAL SENTENCES
1. LIST COMMON TOPICS
Start with basic topics like your name, age, and where you’re from, then move to more detailed ones like your job, hobbies, family, and recent experiences.
2. WRITE SIMPLE, NATURAL SENTENCES
Create sentences that are clear and easy to say. Focus on natural phrasing instead of trying to sound complex. For example, "I’m a graphic designer. I create logos for small businesses."
3. PRACTICE REGULARLY
Repetition is key. Use methods like flashcards or the listen-record-repeat-compare technique to internalize your sentences and ensure they sound natural.
ADDITIONAL TIPS
✨ PRACTICE WITH AI OR TEACHERSUse tools like ChatGPT or practice with a language teacher to refine your sentences further. AI can help you generate examples or correct your sentences.
✨ PREPARE COMMON QUESTIONS
Don’t forget to practice asking questions too. For example, “What do you do?” or “Are you into sports?” These will make your conversations more dynamic and engaging.
🌟 THE BENEFITS OF THIS METHOD
This approach builds confidence, improves fluency, and helps you internalize vocabulary and grammar naturally. As your life changes, you can update your sentences while maintaining the same method.Start today by writing 10 sentences about yourself. Practice them regularly, build on them over time, and use them in real conversations. This simple method will help you feel more prepared and confident when speaking English. Try it, and see the difference it makes! -
In this episode, you’re going to learn how AI tools like ChatGPT can revolutionize the way you learn English.
With four key methods, two bonus tips, and exciting predictions for the future of AI in language learning, this podcast provides a roadmap to faster, more effective English fluency. RESOURCES
FOR LEARNING ENGLISH
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Fantastic courses from a teacher friend: https://www.tofluency.com/espresso/
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Learn English through TV: https://www.tofluency.com/fluentu/
Speaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQ
Writing method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw
💡 FOUR POWERFUL WAYS TO USE AI FOR ENGLISH LEARNING
1. ASKING LANGUAGE QUESTIONS AI provides instant, accurate explanations for grammar, word usage, and more. You can also ask follow-up questions to clarify concepts, making learning faster and clearer.
2. GENERATING EXAMPLES Get tailored examples of grammar, vocabulary, or phrases to understand their usage in different contexts. This builds confidence and deepens your understanding of English.
3. GETTING WRITING FEEDBACK Use AI to correct your writing, identify errors, and explain how to improve. Practice creating sentences and receive immediate, personalized feedback.
4. PRACTICING CONVERSATIONS Engage in role-playing scenarios with AI, like ordering at a restaurant or preparing for a job interview. Use voice mode for even more realistic practice in a comfortable environment.
🎁 BONUS TIPS
✨ PERSONALIZE YOUR AI EXPERIENCE Share your goals, level, and interests with ChatGPT for responses tailored to your needs.
✨ PRACTICE FROM AI-GENERATED NOTES Ask AI to summarize or organize example sentences into tables or text files for focused practice and better retention.
🌟 THE FUTURE OF AI AND LANGUAGE LEARNING Advanced AI language teachers and immersive VR experiences will transform learning. Imagine practicing English in realistic scenarios like a train station or pub with AI-guided support.
While exciting advancements are ahead, AI today can already help you immerse yourself and learn effectively. Try these methods and discover how AI can transform your English learning journey! -
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Learn English by taking this fun and useful English lesson that explores 10 idioms all related to time.
Use these idioms to sound more natural in English when speaking.
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Speaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQ
Writing method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw -
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In this episode, learn all about the concept of microlearning and why you might want to try this to learn English (hint: repetition is key!).
Be sure to read the articles that I talk about in this lesson:
- https://explodingtopics.com/blog/education-trends
- https://elearningindustry.com/what-is-microlearning-benefits-best-practices
- https://www.orlandosentinel.com/opinion/guest-commentary/os-op-attention-span-dwindling-20210706-rwv2owqhezbp5hkmyqqtpmiq4u-story.html -
In this English lesson, I go through my story of being a YouTube (great listening practice), discuss current content trends, and give tips on how to become a creator.
Get my book for free: https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Join the program: https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
(BTW, here is a guide on email marketing from my other channel - you'll find this useful if you're in the creator space - https://www.teachingeslonline.com/emcdf )
Here is the episode on social media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQXY6ABsyj8
Here is the episode on the Metaverse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AK95x6i1jLc
Here is the article for this lesson: https://explodingtopics.com/blog/cultural-trends
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Let me take you through the zero, first, second, and third English conditionals - along with a bonus one - in this English lesson. Watch this until the end and finally master conditional sentences.
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Join the program here: https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
Get the writing tool here (affiliate link): https://www.tofluency.com/grammarly/
Learn more about mixed conditionals here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgzLPUccHqQ
Take the conditionals test here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XfpUyjcLhtw
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In this English lesson, learn how to enter a flow state - also known as the zone - in order to progress to fluency. You should find this episode relaxing and by the end of it, have a plan of action to move forward with your English learning.
Get my fluency book for free here: https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Join the program here: https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
LEARN ENGLISH PODCAST: YOU MUST DO THIS TO IMPROVE FAST (+ BEST METHOD)
https://youtu.be/d9NZS2P_Va4
The flow state: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20190204-how-to-find-your-flow-state-to-be-peak-creative
Short stories (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3JY58A7 -
In this English lesson, learn all about secret memory tricks that people have used throughout history to memorize anything, how this is linked to the shadowing technique in language learning, and a three-step process for acquiring English fluency.
Get my book for free here:
https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Here is the original shadowing video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHmfinXxu5c&ab_channel=ToFluency
Here is the book that I recommend (affiliate link):
https://amzn.to/3eoVwzs
Learn more about 52! here:
https://czep.net/weblog/52cards.html
Here's the Wikipedia article on speech shadowing:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speech_shadowing
Here's information on the Google Effect:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_effect -
In this lesson, find out how Christmas is celebrated in the U.K. and the U.S. and learn some key phrases that will be useful for all situations.
Get the free book here:
https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Join the program here:
https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
Watch another Christmas lesson here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81UnVx2fOmE
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Okay, so you're not happy with your level of English. We can fix that! In this lesson, learn the 7 reasons why you're not fluent in English yet and how to overcome these issues. If you want to make fast progress, watch this lesson!
Get your free fluency book here: https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Get the program here: https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
RESOURCES FROM THE LESSON:
Speaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQ
Writing method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw
AJATT quote: http://www.alljapaneseallthetime.com/blog/mediocre-excellence/
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English lesson: want to finally learn how to use should, could, and would have? Take this lesson today and read on for the examples that we use. These models, to talk about the past, are useful to learn.
Get the book for free here: https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
00:00 introduction
01:21 could vs should vs would
03:52 should have
08:23 could have
12:26 would have
15:01 pronunciation practice
RESOURCES FROM THE LESSON:
The blog post for this lesson:
https://tofluency.com/shouldhave-couldhave-wouldhave/
An overview of the modal verbs:
https://www.espressoenglish.net/past-modals-should-have-could-have-would-have/
More examples:
https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/could-have-should-have-would-have.html -
In this video, learn what you should be listening to so that you improve your comprehension. By the end of this lesson, you'll have a clear understanding of how to create a plan so you can fully understand English speakers.
Get my fluency book for free here:
https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Get my program here:
https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
RESOURCES FROM THIS LESSON:
The input hypothesis:
https://www.leonardoenglish.com/blog/comprehensible-input
Sam Harris podcast example:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfkjhHqf1qM&ab_channel=SamHarris
How to improve your pronunciation (listen to episode 40.
17 tips for English fluency:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sL3GsB-2_ek
Listen to our conversations here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZOJurmtexYo8s2UKr--aqOi9UssrOh96 -
Do you need to learn all English tenses? How often are some of them used? In this video, I go through verb tense frequency, give a summary of all the tenses, and then explain how best to learn tenses so that you can use them naturally.
Get my fluency book for free here:
https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Get my program here:
https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
RESOURCES FROM THIS LESSON:
Present Perfect vs Past Simple:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rU4VAoRg9bg
Future Tenses:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UISiuiPd_FY
Using Present Tenses for the Past:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwWHDpcUJxc
Test your knowledge of English tenses:
https://youtu.be/6Yqzm3mjAQ8
Verb tense study summary:
https://ginsengenglish.com/blog/english-verb-tense-frequency
A summary of the different verb tenses:
https://www.englishclub.com/grammar/verb-tenses.htm -
Improve your English pronunciation by watching this lesson. I'll take you through, step-by-step, exactly what you need to do to ensure that you speak English accurately and fluently.
Here is my book (free) to download:
http://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Here is my program if you want the resources and feedback that I mentioned:
https://www.tofluency.com/tfp/
00:00 Why pronunciation is important
03:27 An important analogy
08:50 Improve step-by-step
09:22 Minimal pairs
11:45 The importance of feedback
14:45 How to improve pronunciation on your own
18:40 Practice a phrase
Thank you for watching! Be sure to like this video and subscribe for more! -
Over the past 15 -20 years, the way people learn English - and other languages - has been transformed. The internet has become central and given opportunities to people all around the world to learn languages. But is something new coming that might be the future of learning. Find out what that is in today's lesson.
Get my book for free here:
https://www.tofluency.com/5-step-plan/
Listen to the podcast on how to learn English through social media here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQXY6ABsyj8
Listen to conversations in English here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZOJurmtexYo8s2UKr--aqOi9UssrOh96
Articles on the Metaverse:
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-58749529
https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2021-10-28/explainer-what-is-the-metaverse-and-how-will-it-work
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-59154520
Films that predicted this:
https://www.zdnet.com/article/seven-tech-advances-that-will-make-minority-report-a-reality/
https://www.cgmagonline.com/articles/features/top-ten-movies-predicted-vr/
Join this channel to get access to perks:
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In this English podcast, learn two ways In which you can acquire English naturally so that you can speak with confidence. Not many learners are doing this and I believe that if you follow these methods, you’ll be motivated more.
Get your fluency book here: https://www.tofluency.com/book (it's FREE to download!)
Here’s the article on this: https://www.antimoon.com/how/input-intro.htm - Visa fler
