English, please
Struggling to find intermediate English content that's actually interesting? English, please gives you real, interesting content at the perfect level for intermediate learners (B1-B2). Every episode is under 10 minutes with clear, natural English about topics that actually matter: American culture, travel, daily life, and practical tips you can use right away. No textbook English. No slow, unnatural speech. Just real conversations you can follow and understand. Every episode is completely free and includes: Clear intermediate-level English (B1-B2) Free transcripts Vocabulary definitions in chapter markers Topics that keep you engaged while you learn Ready to practice more actively? Try the English Listening Accelerator at comullen.com/listen (https://comullen.com/listen). It's a complete workbook with 10 practical lessons, audio files, comprehension questions, vocabulary, repeat-after-me exercises, and a complete answer key. Download Lesson 2 free (https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1cYGCiNbgvBnuitnFSU8Y-p4M4IGYBQAb) to see if it's right for you! Join thousands of learners improving their English, one episode at a time! Questions or feedback? Contact me (mailto:english.please.podcast@gmail.com)! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Episodes
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 52: Why Americans Are Always "Busy"
Have you noticed that Americans always seem to be busy? In this episode, I explore why "being busy" is such a big part of American culture, what it really means when someone says they're bu...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 51: The Problem with Textbook English (and what to do instead)
Why does textbook English sound so different from real conversations? In this episode, I explore the gap between what you learn in books and how English actually ...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 50: Two Years, 50 Episodes
Reflecting on two years of English, please and the amazing community that made it possible. Plus, I'm introducing a new resource designed to take your listening skills further! As with all episodes,...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English
If reading in English feels slow or difficult, this episode will show you how to make it easier (and maybe even fun)!. Learn about how to build reading habits that help you improve ...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English
When learning a language, almost everyone at some point feels nervous when it's time to speak. I’m going to share some ways to feel more relaxed and confident when you speak English, and...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English
Discover how American English began and how it grew apart from British English over time. Learn about some of the people, places, and events that helped shape the language spoken in the U...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles
Watching movies in English can be enjoyable, but also frustrating. What's the best way to enjoy the experience while also improving your understanding? In this episode, you...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day
Columbus Day is a holiday that has changed a lot over the years in the United States. In this episode, you’ll learn how it began, why it became important, and why many Americans now ...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love
Niagara Falls is one of the most famous natural wonders in the world. Located on the border between the United States and Canada, it features three powerful waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, A...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories
Florida is one of the most famous states in the U.S., and not just because of its warm weather and beautiful beaches. In this episode, we’ll explore why Florida is so unique, ...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English
It can be frustrating when we hear a native speaker talking much more quickly than we expect! Fast spoken English can be tricky, even at the intermediate level! In this episode, I'll share so...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head
Only a few hours east of New York City, there is a very different world where lots of New Yorkers go during the summer months. It's the Hamptons, and it has become one of the most well-known vac...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape
All language learners translate in their heads when starting a new language, and it can become a habit. I'll share some reasons we do this, and I'll share some simple tips to think direct...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 39: Bryant Park in New York City
Bryant Park is in Midtown Manhattan, and it’s very close to famous places like Times Square and the Empire State Building It’s a small park, but it’s full of life, and it has a long, interesting h...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 38: Listener Questions
Listeners have sent many questions since the launch of English, please. In this episode, you'll hear about travel, customs, improving your English, the USA, and more, as I answer some of the most popular qu...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 37: Why do people in the U.S. move so often?
People in the United States move to new places more than twice as often as people in the rest of the world. I'll discuss some of the the reasons for this in clear, intermediate English...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 36: Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Mardi Gras is a huge part of New Orleans culture around this time each year. I'll discuss the origins of Mardi Gras, share some facts about it, and discuss what makes the celebration in New Orleans u...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 35: Do people in the USA work too much?
Work life in the United States is a mix of opportunity, responsibility, and also sacrifice. In this episode, we'll explore American work culture—the long hours, limited benefits, and cultu...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 34: One World Trade Center in New York
One World Trade Center, located in lower Manhattan in New York City, is the tallest building in the United States. In this episode, we'll explore the history of the original Twin Towers, the...
English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.
Episode 33: Wall Street
Wall Street, located in lower Manhattan in New York City, is the financial center of the United States. It's only a short street, but it represents the heart of American finance, and it has a big impact on the glo...
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