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- 5 days ago27 min
212.2 - The Birth of Netflix and the Fall of Blockbuster
In this episode, I’m taking you back to the 1990s and sharing what family movie nights were like growing up in suburban California. From browsing the aisles at Blockbuster with my family to ordering DVDs through Netflix for the very first time, we’ll explore how entertainment changed almost overnight and how Netflix completely transformed the movie industry. Along the way, you’ll learn lots of natural American English related to: - Movie nights and entertainment - Film and television vocabulary - Business and technology - Internet culture and innovation - Common expressions and idioms You’ll also hear expressions and vocabulary like: - My jam - On the same page - Come to an agreement - Think outside the box - Jump on the bandwagon - Binge-watch - Late fees - Browse - Streaming - Subscription By the end of this episode, you’ll not only understand the story behind Netflix and Blockbuster, but you’ll also have new vocabulary and expressions to talk naturally about movies, technology, and change in everyday English conversations. This episode follows the Fluency Loop approach. It helps you hear, understand, and start using English naturally through stories, culture, and real-life context. Sign up to the Academy to learn more with each lesson. ⭐ Want more real, everyday English? Join my 14-Day Slang and Expression Challenge. Each day, you’ll learn natural phrases through short dialogues, quizzes, and real-life context so you can start sounding more like a native speaker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago27 min
212 - Expression: To Think Outside the Box
What does it really mean to think outside the box? In this episode, you’ll learn one of the most common expressions in American English, used to describe creativity, innovation, and doing things differently. We’ll break down the meaning, explore where the phrase comes from, and connect it to real-life situations. Then, we’ll dive into three fascinating stories of people who thought differently and changed the world: A coach who used a waffle iron to design a revolutionary running shoe A struggling cleaning product that became the toy Play-Doh A baker who invented the chocolate chip cookie Along the way, you’ll hear related expressions like break the mold, push the envelope, and go off the beaten path—all useful for talking about creativity and problem-solving. We’ll finish with a pronunciation exercise to help you sound more natural when speaking. ⭐ Get the full transcript, and all bonus material by signing up to Premium Content. Now available as part of the Academy. ⭐ Join the Free Slang and Expression Challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago30 min
211 - Preposition Party 🎉 : 7 Everyday Word Pairs with Lucas
Lucas and I are back for another Preposition Party! Today our conversation is going to based on common English collocations like famous for, similar to, suffer from, believe in, proud of, and recover from. Along the way, you'll hear many personal stories, and many cultural fun facts about the U.S., like how Roswell became a hub for alien enthusiasts, and why so many people suffer from seasonal allergies in the U.S. ⭐ Get the full transcript, and all bonus material by signing up to Premium Content. Now available as part of the Academy. ⭐ Join the Free Slang and Expression Challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Apr 10, 202614 min
⭐ Feature: 5-Minute English: Springtime in the U.S.
Join my 14-Day Slang and Expression Challenge. It's free! In this 5-Minute English episode, we’re diving into springtime in the United States. From blooming flowers and unpredictable April weather to outdoor activities, seasonal foods, and cultural traditions, this episode is packed with useful language. You’ll hear a high concentration of vocabulary, expressions, and collocations related to: Weather and seasonal changes Plants, animals, and nature Outdoor activities and social life Spring foods like berries and stone fruits By the end of this episode, you’ll have the language you need to confidently talk about spring in real conversations with native speakers. This episode follows the Fluency Loop approach. It helps you hear, understand, and start using English naturally, one topic at a time. 💡 Tip: Listen actively. Grab a pen and write down new words, or follow along with the transcript inside the Academy for guided practice. ⭐ Want more real, everyday English? Join my 14-Day Slang and Expression Challenge. Each day, you’ll learn natural phrases through short dialogues, quizzes, and real-life context so you can start sounding more like a native speaker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Apr 3, 202614 min
210 - Quick Fix: Further vs. Farther
Do you like this episode format? I've been thinking about doing a series of these "quick fixes" for word confusion, pronunciation, and grammar. That is, if you like the format. So please be honest! In the meantime, check out the Academy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Mar 26, 202636 min
209 - Ghost Towns in the American West with Aubrey Carter
In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of ghost towns in the United States—places where thousands of people once lived, worked, and searched for fortune… and then suddenly left behind. We begin in Coloma, California, where gold was discovered in 1848, sparking the famous Gold Rush. You’ll learn how towns like this quickly grew into busy communities filled with miners, shops, and saloons—and how just as quickly, they became completely empty when the gold ran out. ⭐ Speak about the topics we discuss in this podcast! Join the Academy. Together with guest Aubrey Carter, we dive into what it’s actually like to visit ghost towns today. From Virginia City and Nevada City in Montana to Goldfield Ghost Town in Arizona and the famous Whaley House in California, we talk about real places you can explore—some of which are even said to be haunted. You’ll also learn how Americans talk about these places in everyday English. We explain expressions like “this place is a ghost town” and “this place is dead,” and clarify commonly confused words like salon vs. saloon. We also cover idioms like bite the dust and kick the bucket, including when it’s appropriate (and not appropriate!) to use them. Along the way, we explain vocabulary so you can build your English while learning about U.S. history and culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Mar 19, 202630 min
208 - How to Improve the Four Skills in English: Listening, Reading, Speaking & Writing
In this episode, we go back to the fundamentals of language learning:listening, reading, speaking, and writing. But here’s the key idea: You’ll learn faster when these skills overlap. Instead of practicing each skill separately, you’ll discover how to combine them so new vocabulary moves from something you recognize… to something you can actually use. Personalized 1-on-1 language lessons with native teachers on italki! Buy $10 get $5 for free for your first lesson with code AMERICANPOD 👉 Book a lesson: https://go.italki.com/americanpod2603 📱 Get the app: https://go.italki.com/americanpod2603app What the episode covers: - Why comprehensible input (at your level) is essential - How many times you really need to see a word to remember it - Why simply listening or reading is not enough - The science behind retrieval practice (and why it works) - How to improve your speaking—even if you don’t live abroad - Why extensive reading builds vocabulary naturally - How writing helps you notice and fix your mistakes ⭐ Want to take your learning further? Inside the Academy, you’ll find the full transcript and bonus learning materials designed to help you understand and use the English from this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Mar 11, 202621 min
⭐ Feature: 5-Minute English: Cleaning
In this 5-Minute English episode, you'll learn useful vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and collocations related to cleaning your home. Through a short story, we follow someone tackling a messy apartment—from dirty dishes and clutter to sparkling floors. Along the way, you'll hear natural English used to describe common chores and household tasks. Want to take your learning further? ⭐ Visit the website for more learning materials. You’ll also find the Academy there, where you can access bonus content for this episode. ⚠️ This episode is a more advanced listening exercise, so don't worry if you don't understand every word the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The American English Podcast teaches the language and culture of the United States. Through common expressions, pronunciation tips and interesting cultural snippets or stories, I hope to keep this fun, useful and interesting! All bonus material can be accessed at http://americanenglishpodcast.com/
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