Hi Everyone! Today you'll hear another 5-Minute English episode and it's all about 3 Trending Diets to Lose Winter Weight.5-Minute English episodes are designed to teach "fluency one topic at a time."In them, you'll learn phrasal verbs, collocations and vocabulary in specific topics. Learning all of the terms well will help prepare you for conversations with native speakers.Like most 5-Minute Episodes, the listening is short and more challenging. You might need to listen to an episode at least three times in order to fully comprehend it. There are 40+ vocabulary words and phrases in this lesson.Mentioned in this episode:   The 5-Minute English Course This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript for this episode as well as the entire 5-Minute English course at a discount.Season 2  contains bonus material for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s and 5-Minute English Course) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! This week's episode is about the expression TO PULL SOMEONE'S LEG and popular APRIL FOOL'S JOKES that went down in history.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR  Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 2, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. **Other Content** Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode is all about my family’s TRIP TO BRAZIL and how “the shit has hit the fan” during the past two weeks because of the CORONAVIRUS. This episode uses a lot of perfect tenses. If you need to practice the present perfect, past perfect or even the passive forms for either of these I highly recommend listening!Premium Content (formerly called the Classroom)This episode is part of Season 2.  By purchasing Season 2, you'll be able to access the full transcript, a comprehension quiz and the premium podcast player to work on your pronunciation.Season 2  contains bonus material for episodes 051 - 100. Learn more.Other Content Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words NPR Link about Coronavirus Connect on Instagram Get updated when new episodes are posted via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! This week’s episode is all about pregnancy! The expression is A BUN IN THE OVEN and the fun fact is about THE WOMAN WHO GAVE BIRTH TO OCTUPLETS, FORMERLY KNOWN AS OCTOMOM.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 2, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get Season 2 Premium Content**Other Content** Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100 Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! This week’s episode is all about cookies! The joke is about cookies, the expression is THAT’S THE WAY THE COOKIE CRUMBLES and the fun fact is about GIRL SCOUT COOKIES.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 2 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 2, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get Season 2 Premium Content**Other Content** Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100 Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode is all about my family’s trip to the snow last week. In it, I share tips on skiing and snowboarding in the US as well as plenty of essential vocabulary words you’ll need to talk about the snow, skiing and snowboarding!Get Premium Content (formerly called "the Classroom")   Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! In this week's episode, I teach the common English expression: When Hell Freezes Over. We also talk all about the very famous ICE CASTLES, which were created by the entrepreneur, Brent Christensen, in 2011.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 1 Premium Content    OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get Season 1 Premium Content.**Other Content** Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about SORORITIES AND FRATERNITIES. I introduce the history of Greek Life and talk about the famous people were part of sororities and fraternities. As a special guest, we talk to my cousin Lauren about what it was like to be in a sorority. Hopefully you'll learn a little bit more than the stereotypes! There are many takeaways from this very unique college experience.Premium Content (formerly called "the Classroom")  Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050  Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) OR Images of Sorority Houses (aka Mansions!)  Connect on Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about THE NATIONAL ANTHEM of the United States which is called THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER. We will go through the expression "HIT OR MISS" as well.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom) Get Season 1 Premium Content OR Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get Season 1 Premium Content**Other Content** Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100 Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, I talk to you from Miami, Florida where we have spent the past 2.5 weeks enjoying the warm weather, tropical fruit and latin culture. Within the episode, I talk to you about our time in Orlando and Miami and share many facts and figures about the state and its people.Premium Content (formerly called "The Classroom")   Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050  Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode #45, I teach you how to use the expression TO PUT SOMEONE ON A PEDESTAL like a native speaker from the States. I also talk about GROUNDHOG'S DAY, which is a goofy holiday on February 2nd every year in the U.S. and Canada.Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about Driving in the U.S. and it's a little bit longer this week because there's simply so much information to share.I highly recommend listening to this episode twice. The vocabulary words will be incredibly useful if you ever talk to somebody in English about driving or cars.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level.  Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) ONLY Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Everyone! This week's episode is all about Driving in the U.S. and it's a little bit longer this week because there's simply so much information to share.I highly recommend listening to this episode twice. The vocabulary words will be incredibly useful if you ever talk to somebody in English about driving or cars.For the full 44 minute episode and transcript, Mp3 and more, check out Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 (formerly called "the Classroom").**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level.  Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100 Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 43, we talk to my dad about what it's like to live and work in Alaska. During the conversation we talk about wildlife, outdoor sports and his long days finding oil. You will learn a lot about Alaska by listening to this one! Enjoy :)Premium Content (formerly called "the Classroom") Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Connect on Instagram Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the podcast, I'll teach you how to use the expression TO DROP THE BALL like a native speaker from the United States. The fun fact of the day answers the question WHY DO WE DROP A BALL AT TIMES SQUARE ON NEW YEARS? Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 (formerly called "the Classroom") Premium Content: Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100 Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words The American English Accent Course  **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode #41, my good friend Liz Johnson and I planned on talking about 10 AMERICAN ENGLISH SLANG WORDS that we use on a daily basis. After all is said and done, we ended up sharing about 20 very common words and phrases! That's a lot of slang. Notice how I didn't write slang with an "s". Slang with an "s" doesn't exist. It is uncountable. Learn slang. Learn slang words.The examples shared in the audio are real and personal and we hope that you will learn how you can insert them into your everyday life. My mom (58 years old) gave her seal of approval on these words as well; they can be used by all age groups. Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the podcast, I speak casually to you about our first week in December. Within the multiple mini stories, you'll hear irregular past tense verbs, learn Christmas vocabulary and get a feel for some of the pre-Christmas activities that are celebrated in California.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the podcast, I'll teach you how to use the expression A BLESSING IN DISGUISE like a native speaker from the United States. The fun fact of the day is about SANTACON, which takes place during the first few weekends of December in over 100 cities in the US.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode of the American English Podcast, Lucas and I talk about our experience getting his GREEN CARD. Yes, it was approved, finally! We go through some of the following points:  What is a Green Card? What's the difference between Permanent Residency and Citizenship? What are the benefits of Citizenship? Tips for the Official Interview Questions they ask at the Interview  How to Prepare Our Mistakes and friends' mistakesLawyer (cost & their role)+ so much more. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you will learn about THANKSGIVING IN THE US and how to use the English Expression TO QUIT COLD TURKEY like a native speaker. Friends Episodes (available on Netflix in the U.S.) - Season 3, Episode 9 (The Football Game)- Season 5, Episode 8 (Flashbacks to Previous Thanksgivings)- Season 6, Episode 9 (Rachel's Trifle).Thank you to all of my premium subscribers! **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Wednesday, November 13th, Lucas (my husband) and I will have his green card interview. A green card, is a physical card you receive from the U.S. government that permits you to reside in the U.S. and work.Since we will need to tell our story to the judge / immigration official, including specifics about dating, engagement and marriage, I figured why not tell our story to you. I've added tons of vocabulary, collocations, slang and more to this to make it a well-rounded learning experience.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF Transcript and Mp3 download The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you will learn about THE STORY OF COCA-COLA and how to use the English Expression THE LAST STRAW like a native speaker. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you will learn about THE WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE and how to use the English Expression TO HAVE A FEW SCREWS LOOSE like a native speaker. You can access premium content for this episode by joining The Classroom. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 33, I tell two more interesting facts I've learned about Halloween since Episode 31 (which was the Halloween Special) AND I tell you a scary story that's jam-packed with the Past Perfect tense!**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: Transcript PDF and Mp3 download The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode you will learn about BALD EAGLES and how to use the English Expression TO WING IT like a native speaker. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode you will learn a brief history of Halloween and about HALLOWEEN CULTURE IN THE UNITED STATES leading up to the 31st of October and on Halloween day.In this episode, we talk about pumpkin patches, carving pumpkins, horror movies, haunted houses and our experiences as kids, teenagers and adults.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: Transcript + Mp3 The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about THE HYPERLOOP (new type of transportation) and teach you to use the expression IN THE LOOP and OUT OF THE LOOP like a native speaker.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about MOUNT RUSHMORE and THE CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL and teach you to use the expression TO CARVE IN STONE like a native speaker. If you haven't already, follow me on instagram @americanenglishpodcast and let me know where you're from! :)**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about TIPPING CULTURE IN THE U.S. and WHERE IT CAME FROM and teach you to use the expression TO GIVE YOUR TWO CENTS like a native speaker.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about THE DONNER PARTY and teach you to use the expression TO BITE OFF MORE THAN YOU CAN CHEW like a native speaker. To see photos of where the Donner Party was trapped in the Sierra Nevada Mountains check out my Instagram @americanenglishpodcast.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk with Dana from the Can Learn English Podcast about CANADA. We discuss 25 FACTS ABOUT CANADA and hear her take (opinion) on them!**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: Transcript + Mp3 The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about COUNTY FAIRS and teach you about THE DEMOLITION DERBY at my county fair.Check out the images on Instagram @americanenglishpodcast**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: Transcript and MP3 The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about OIL SPILLS OFF THE COAST OF THE U.S. and teach you to use the expression SPILL THE BEANS like a native speaker.  Pete's "Spill the Beans" Episode for Australian English can be found here: https://aussieenglish.com.au/589 Dana's "Spill the Beans" Episode for Canadian Episode will be posted today on the Can Learn English Podcast. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you'll learn all about hair, haircuts and hairstyles with my aunt, Sonia Murray. She is a hairstylist. See the YouTube video that corresponds with this episode here: https://youtu.be/pXJOFWZRk6U**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 download The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I talk about PROJECT GUTENBERG and teach you to use the expression BY THE BOOK like a native speaker.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is about my trip to the AVENUE OF THE GIANTS, the area of the massive COASTAL REDWOOD TREES in California. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: Transcript + Mp3 The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression TO PLAY WITH FIRE like a native speaker. In the second part, you'll learn all about the Burning Man Festival in Nevada.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression TO HAVE FOOT-IN-MOUTH DISEASE like a native speaker. For the fun fact, you'll learn about BIGFOOT.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression TAKE A RAIN CHECK like a native speaker. You'll also learn the story WHY THE U.S. USES FAHRENHEIT.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the first of some bonus episodes I've decided to add about me, my thoughts and plans for the podcast.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression GIVE AN INCH, TAKE A MILE like a native speaker. For the fun fact, we'll talk about the METRIC SYSTEM IN THE U.S..**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression PIECE OF CAKE like a native speaker. For the fun fact, we'll talk about THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY SONG.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression TO GET THE HANG OF IT like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about THE SALEM WITCH TRIALS.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression IT'S NOT ROCKET SCIENCE like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about NASA.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression SHOW YOUR TRUE COLORS like a native speaker. The fun fact for this episode is THE HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN FLAG.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression BEAR WITH ME like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about BEARS IN THE U.S.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 150.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression FROM RAGS TO RICHES like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about THE CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression HIT THE HAY like a native speaker. The fun fact for this episode is all about THE AMISH COMMUNITIES. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression WALK ALL OVER YOU like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about GETTING INTERNSHIPS IN THE U.S.. The fun fact for this episode is about INTERNSHIPS IN THE UNITED STATES.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium content that will push you to improve your language level from an intermediate to advanced level. This includes: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges The premium content for this episode can be found in Season 1, which also contains bonus material for episodes 001 - 050. Bonus material varies for each episode. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1-3  (including transcripts + mp3s) Get ONLY the Transcripts for Episodes 001 - 100.  Get the Free E-Book: 101 American English Slang Words **Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression A TASTE OF YOUR OWN MEDICINE like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about HENRIETTA LACKS, a woman who drastically impacted modern science. **Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Want to improve your English while listening?  "Premium content" is supplementary learning material for episodes on the American English Podcast. Learning material includes but is not limited to: PDF and Mp3 downloads Exercises + quizzes Shadowing exercises  Challenges Learn more about Courses and  Premium Content!**Connect on Instagram** Stay up to date via Instagram. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices