Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana
Hi, I’m Georgiana — creator of the Speak English Now podcast and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. With over 40 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 👉 SpeakEnglishPodcast.com
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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.
Small steps really do add up.
Read the full text on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/349-learn-english-with-small-daily-habits/
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. That means each character has a different voice. It’s not just one person reading the book—it sounds more like a movie. And it really bri...
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 get the transcript at SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast.
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 SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast
Today’s episode is about something many English learners do too often:
Saying “sorry” all the time—even when they don’t need to.
Let me give you some examples:
- “Sorry, can I ask a question?”
- “Sorry, my English is bad.”
- “Sorry for bothering you.”
- “Sorry for my pronunciation.”
Maybe you’ve said these before...
In today’s episode, I want to talk about a very helpful idea for your English and your life. How to be more aware when Speaking English?
Being aware means that you notice what is happening—inside of you and around you.
You stop and ask:
- “How do I feel right now?”
- “What is my body doing?”
- “Am I breathing fast or slow?”
Today, we are continuing our Assertiveness Series, and we’ll focus on something very important: how to say "no" in English without feeling guilty.
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.
Before we start, get the transcript at SpeakEnglishPodcast....
Today, we’re continuing the Assertiveness Series, and we’ll talk about The Power of Eye Contact and Tone of Voice when speaking English.
These two things—eye contact and how you sound—are just as important as the words you say.
Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/342-assertiveness-the-power-of-eye-contact/
The word "gaslighting" comes from a play called "Gas Light." written in 1938 by Patrick Hamilton.
In this play, a husband tries to make his wife think she is losing her mind. He does some tricky things, like secretly making the lights from gas lamps in their house dimmer, and then he tells her that she's just imagining these changes. This play later became a movie.
Nowadays, when we say "g...
Today, we are continuing our Assertiveness Series.
We’re going to talk about something very important:
Standing Your Ground – Saying What You Mean Clearly.
Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/340-stand-your-ground-being-assertive-in-english/
Today, we are starting a brand-new series on Assertiveness. Assertiveness is very important when you speak English because it helps you express your thoughts clearly and confidently.
You don’t feel shy, and you don’t feel afraid.
Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/339-learn-to-be-assertive-in-engli...
Today, we’re going to explore something different.
Something that might completely shift the way you think about learning English:
What if learning English isn’t about replacing your identity...
What if it’s about creating a new version of yourself?
Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/338-you-need-a-new-identity-in-english/
Today, I want to talk about something that can change everything in your English journey:
You need a plan.
If you’re learning on your own, having a simple, clear plan is what separates success from frustration.
And the best part?
I already offer you a complete method—and in my premium courses, I give you a step-by-step guide to follow. S...
Today, we’ll talk about a beautiful and heartwarming story: Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery. It’s a book about imagination, friendship, and finding your place in the world.
Get the transcript. Visit:
SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast
If you want to help me, SHARE the podcast with your friends and family. That would make me very happy. Thank you...
Happy Easter, everyone!
Today I'll talk about something more festive. I'll talk about Easter and how Americans celebrate this holiday. And with a fun mini-story, you'll improve your English fluency by answering many questions in English.
Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/335-happy-easter-2025/
When we talk about houses together, we say town if it’s small and city if it’s bigger. But if those houses are organized in a somewhat chaotic way, you might hear about a slum or a shantytown.
If we focus on buildings in general, a group of them can form a residential complex. And if there are many homes in one place, we talk about a neighborhood or even a housing development.
Get the transcript here: S...
Today, I want to teach you about collective nouns.
But first… what are collective nouns?
They are words we use to talk about a group of things or people as one unit. For example:
Instead of saying “many trees together,” we say a forest.
Easy, right?
Get the transcript. Visit:
SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast
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We’ve all seen it. A child moves to a new country and, within months, is speaking the local language. Meanwhile, adults struggle for years. It seems unfair, right?
People often say, “Children are like sponges!” They soak up languages quickly. But why? What makes their brains work differently? And most importantly—can adults learn like children? (Good news: Yes, you can!)
Get the transcript ...
Today, I want to talk about something I use every day in my kitchen—my cast iron skillet.
A long time ago, I used different pans for cooking. Some were good, but they didn’t last long. Some had a nonstick surface, but after some time, it was gone. And some just didn’t cook food the way I liked.
Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/331-cooking-vocabulary-cast-iro...
In the last episode, we talked about the branches of the U.S. military and some common ranks.
Today, we’ll focus on military equipment, vehicles, and common expressions used in action movies, news, and everyday language!
Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/330-us-military-basic-vocabulary-2/
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