๐๏ธ S06E19 This week, Gav and Em tackle the letter S with style, sarcasm, and syllables. From subtle shifts in meaning to spontaneous small talk tips, itโs a packed episode full of teachable moments and classroom laughs. Expect staging breakdowns, student situations, and a few classic slip-ups thatโll make you rethink your next grammar lesson. โ Support the show at https://ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod
References: Background quiz music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MB5huilYDPc
Timestamps
00:00 โ Intro & bloopers
01:06 โ Semantics: โcoolโ vs. โcoolโ
04:49 โ Small talk & safe topics
10:31 โ Syllables & jaw-dropping wordplay
16:41 โ Student situations & name misfires
21:22 โ CELTA terminology
23:17 โ Sentence slips & classic learner mistakes
28:49 โ Staging & CELTA throwbacks
35:05 โ Subject-verb agreement challenge
38:53 โ Final tips for teachers & learners
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