I left the pauses in this audio so it's easier to use if you want to imitate me or shadow!

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We covered a variety of topics, including vocabulary related to reactions in English, the challenges of learning Spanish for English speakers, and the importance of cultural immersion in language learning. I also share personal updates, such as upcoming family events, and discuss the nuances of teaching English, emphasizing the value of both native and non-native teachers. I engage with participants' questions and comments throughout.

We read reddit posts from Am I the A-hole, talked about icks and relationships, phrasal verbs, and more!

We go over some of my favorite conversaitonal phrases that you can use in your personal life or at work!

In this English class we practice using phrases for analyzing pictures taken in 2026, from this BBC article: https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20250905-the-most-striking-images-of-2025

The phrases wee practiced were:

It captures…

The photographer manages to highlight…

What stands out is…

You can clearly see…

It looks as though…

It might have been taken…

Judging by the lighting…

I get the impression that…

The timing is spot-on

Then at the end we have a Q&A. The conversation covers various themes, including human interaction with technology, activism and symbolism in art, the impact of striking images, improving English speaking skills, balancing language consumption and production, language learning and pronunciation, and managing anxiety in language learning.

Practice these specific sensory adjectives to get better at describing your holiday celebrations in English! Words in this episode:Savoryhaving a salty or rich taste, not sweetcheesepizzasoupFestivefun and happy, like a celebration or holidayChristmas lightsballoonsparty decorationsRusticsimple and natural, often from the countrysidea wooden tablea small country houseclay platesVelvetyvery soft and smootha velvet dresschocolate cake with smooth icinga soft pillowTangya strong, slightly sour tastelemon juiceyogurtorange sauceCrunchyhard and making noise when you eat itpotato chipsapplestoastButterytasting rich and smooth like buttercroissantsmashed potatoes with butterbutter cookiesChewysoft but hard to bite through quicklycaramelsgummy candybagelsWarma little hot or giving comforta cup of teaa sweatersunshineCreamythick, smooth, and softice creamcreamy soupyogurtSpicyhaving a hot or strong tastechili saucecurryspicy noodlesAromatichaving a strong, nice smellcoffeefresh breadherbsLivelyfull of energy and activitya busy marketa partya classroom gameEarthysmelling or tasting like nature or the groundmushroomspotatoessoil after rainTendersoft and easy to cut or bitecooked chickensteak cooked wellsoft breadNostalgicmaking you think about happy times in the pastold photoschildhood songstoys from when you were youngCozywarm, comfortable, and relaxinga blanketa small caféa sofa

This is a meditation from Alan Watts' 1969 album, "Why Not Now: Dhyana, The Art of Meditation"

I answer your questions about how to order a coffee, how to get better at speaking and listening to fast speech, and how to form mixed conditionals.

In this class we talk about when things going wrong can turn into opportunities!

The class includes plenty of phrases like "look on the bright side", "rejection can be redirection" and "hindsight is 20/20".

We also have a lot of practice with the connectors of concession, despite/ although/ even though.

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