To Fluency Podcast: English with Jack

• 66: Learn English through TV: Listen to this Before Watching TV in English

  Learning English through TV is possible. But a lot of learners don't do it the right way. Have you ever watched a TV show in English but struggled to understand what was happening? Do fast conversations, slang, and accents make it difficult to follow along? This lesson will give you the tools, strategies, and methods you need to learn English through TV shows and movies effectively. By the end of this episode, you'll know: ✅ How to choose the right TV shows for your level ✅ The best subtitle strategy for learning English ✅ The pause and repeat method to improve pronunciation ✅ How to use TV dialogue for spaced repetition learning ✅ Why binge-watching can actually help you learn faster 🎬 Watch more episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playli... ⏳ Timestamps 00:00 Best tv shows for English learners 05:00 Should you use subtitles? 06:39 Improve your English through tv 09:08 Learn new vocabulary through tv 12:00 The power of binge watching 📚 Resources & Links 🔗 TV Shows for Learning English – https://storylearning.com/lear... 🔗 How to Read for Fluency (Related Video) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?... 🔗 The Full Pause & Repeat Method – https://www.youtube.com/watch?... 🔗 Listen and Repeat videos: https://www.youtube.com/playli... 📢 Question for You What TV show are you going to watch next? Or what TV show have you watched that helped you improve your English? Let me know in the comments – your answer might help other learners too! 💬 Like & Share if this lesson helped you! Subscribe for more English lessons.

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• 65: Learn English through Story: The Last Seat (+ Language Analysis)

  Want to improve your English naturally while enjoying a great short story? 📚 This lesson is perfect for practicing listening, reading, and vocabulary! You’ll learn real-life expressions used in everyday conversations, so you can speak more fluently and understand native speakers better.✅ Listen & Read at the same time✅ Learn useful phrasal verbs & expressions✅ Master natural English conversationStay until the end, where we break down key phrases from the story! 📖 Key Words & Phrases from the Story• Cut it close – To almost run out of time."Ella was cutting it close to finding a seat on the train.""I woke up late and cut it close to missing my flight."• Pull out – To remove something from somewhere."The guy pulled out one earbud and turned to look at her.""She pulled out her phone to check the time."• Sit up straighter – To adjust your posture and become more alert."Jake sat up straighter when Ella spoke to him.""He sat up straighter when the teacher asked a question."• Catch up – To talk about things that have happened after time apart."It was easy, like they were two old friends catching up.""Let’s meet for coffee and catch up!"• Drift into – To slowly move into a topic or activity."The conversation drifted from books to travel to childhood memories.""The meeting drifted into small talk after a while."• End up – To arrive somewhere or in a situation unexpectedly."Jake once got lost on a hike and ended up in the wrong town.""We took the wrong bus and ended up at the beach."• Slow down – To reduce speed."As the train slowed down, people stood up.""She slowed down as she reached the traffic lights."• Pull down – To bring something from a higher place."People stood up, pulling down bags and stretching their legs.""He pulled down a book from the top shelf."• Hold up – To lift or show something."Jake pulled out his phone, holding it up.""She held up the map so everyone could see."• Step off – To move off a train, bus, or platform."Ella stepped off the train and turned back.""He stepped off the stage after finishing his speech."🎯 What To Do Next:✅ Listen to the story again and repeat the phrases.✅ Practice using these expressions in your own conversations.✅ Leave a comment: Have you ever met someone interesting while traveling? Which phrase was your favorite? Share it in the comments! 

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• Advanced English Listening Practice | Can YOU Understand? | Hobbies (with Subtitles)

  Get English fluency training here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC32mYgIHS-e3C3Eyd2tRw6g/joinWant to describe your free time naturally and confidently? Whether it’s hobbies, weekends, or relaxing, this lesson will help you understand native speakers better and talk about your free time fluently! 🇬🇧 🇺🇸Watch all podcast episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZOJurmtexYqc6KY_Db4-fV7F06af1FkW📖 Key Phrases from the Lesson🗓️ Talking About Free Time During the Work Week • I try to wind down in the evening by reading a book. (To wind down = To relax after a busy day) • Some people like to hit the gym straight after work. (To hit the gym = To go to the gym) • I like to put on a podcast and cook dinner. (To put on = To start playing music, a video, or a podcast) • I wish I had more time in the evening. (To wish = To express regret or desire) • Do you wanna head to the pub after work? (To head to = To go to a place)📆 Weekend Plans – Asking & Answering • What are you doing this weekend? (Using present continuous for future plans) • Do you have any plans for the weekend? (Common way to ask about weekend plans) • I’m looking forward to the weekend. (To look forward to = To be excited about something) • I often take it easy on Sunday mornings. (To take it easy = To relax and do little activity*) • Let’s hang out this weekend! (To hang out = To spend time casually with friends*)💤 Catching Up on Rest • I like to catch up on sleep at the weekend. (To catch up on sleep = To sleep more to recover lost sleep) • I like to have a lie-in on Sundays. (To have a lie-in [UK] / To sleep in [US] = To wake up late) 🍽️ Weekend Food Traditions – UK vs. US • In the UK, Sunday roast dinners are a tradition. (Sunday roast = Traditional British Sunday meal with roast meat and vegetables) • In the US, people love going out for brunch on Sundays. (Brunch = A meal between breakfast and lunch)🌞 Talking About Holidays & Vacations • I’m taking a few days off next month. (To take time off = To not work for a period of time) • I’ve been working non-stop—I need a break! (To work non-stop = To work without breaks) • Have you ever been to Japan? (Have you ever been to… = Asking about past travel experiences)🎨 Talking About Hobbies & Interests • I love playing the guitar. (Simple way to express hobbies) • I’m getting into yoga at the moment. (To get into = To start enjoying a new activity) • I’m thinking about signing up for a pottery class. (To sign up for = To register for an activity or course) • I’ve always wanted to learn how to paint. (I’ve always wanted to… = Expressing a long-term desire) • Okay, I’ll give it a go! (To give it a go = To try something new)🧠 Inspirational Quotes About Free Time • 💡 “Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.” – Bertrand Russell • 💡 “A man should never neglect his leisure.” – Confucius • 💡 “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” – Anne Lamott🎯 What To Do Next: ✅ Listen to the episode again and repeat the phrases. ✅ Practice using these expressions in your own conversations. ✅ Leave a comment with your answers: What do you do in your free time? 💬 Which phrase was your favorite? Share it in the comments!🚀 RESOURCES FOR LEARNING ENGLISH Affiliate Disclosure Some links in this description may be affiliate links. This means I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel!Fantastic courses from a teacher friend: https://www.tofluency.com/espresso/Find a language teacher online here: https://go.italki.com/tofluencyLearn English through TV: https://www.tofluency.com/fluentu/Learn English with AI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cIvJsDPmXwSpeaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQWriting method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw

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• 63 Learn English through the BEST Listening Practice | Talking about RESTAURANTS & EATING OUT

  Eating out in an English-speaking country? Want to sound more natural when talking about restaurants? This lesson is for you! Learn useful restaurant phrases, understand cultural differences between the UK and the US, and get real listening practice to boost your fluency.🗣️ What You'll Learn in This Lesson• How to ask where to eat• Ordering food at a restaurant• Talking to servers and making requests• Paying the bill/check and tipping• Describing your dining experience• Common restaurant idioms📖 Essential Restaurant PhrasesShould we eat out tonight?• Where should we go for dinner?• I'm in the mood for Italian food.• What about that place we went to last time?• Do we need to book a table or can we just show up?• Do you have a reservation?• For how many?• We have a 30-minute wait. Would you like me to put your name on the list?• Is there room at the bar?• Can I get a water as well? (British vs. American pronunciation: water vs. wah-der)• Are you ready to order or do you need a few more minutes?• I think we’re ready.• I'll have the pasta with chicken, please.• Can I get the burger but without onions?• How is everything?• Excuse me, I ordered fries, not broccoli.• Can I get these out of your way? (When they take your empty plates.)• Can we get the check, please? (US) / Can we get the bill, please? (UK)Tipping in the US• Standard tip = 20%• If the meal is $50, you leave a $10 tip.• It’s not obligatory, but it’s expected.Talking About the Restaurant Experience• I should have ordered the burger.• I should have left a bigger tip.• The food was okay, but it wasn’t worth the price.• Those portions were way too small.• That was one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time!• The server was really rude. / The server was great!🍕 Takeout, Delivery & Fast Food• In the UK, it’s called takeaway. In the US, it’s takeout.• I rarely get takeout, but sometimes I do on a Friday night.• Drive-throughs are common in the US, especially for coffee.🏆 Restaurant Idioms• Bite off more than you can chew – Taking on too much responsibility.• Have a lot on your plate – Being very busy with many responsibilities.• Leave a bad taste in your mouth – Having a negative experience that stays with you.🎯 What to Do Next:✅ Rewatch the lesson and repeat the phrases.✅ Check the description for learning resources.✅ Share this lesson with a friend!

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• 62: Learn Conversational English & Get the BEST Listening Practice (Weddings)

  Welcome to this English lesson, where you'll improve your vocabulary, listening skills, and conversational English by exploring everything related to weddings. From wedding preparations to the ceremony and reception, this lesson covers key phrases, expressions, and differences between weddings in the UK and the US. Whether you're attending a wedding or just want to enhance your fluency, this lesson will provide you with practical language skills.atch all podcast episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZOJurmtexYqc6KY_Db4-fV7F06af1FkWKey Wedding Vocabulary and Expressions 🎉 Wedding Invitations "Have you got a wedding invitation yet?" "Don’t forget to RSVP before it’s too late." "Does the invitation say I can bring a guest?" "I haven’t been to a wedding for such a long time." 🎉 Preparations "What should I wear to the wedding?" "Is it formal or casual?" "I’m going to wear this suit. I think it’s the best option." "Should we buy something from the registry or give cash instead?"🎉 Wedding Ceremony "How long do you think the ceremony will last?" "The bride looked stunning as she walked down the aisle." "You may now kiss the bride."🎉 Wedding Reception "Where is the seating chart?" "Let’s grab a drink from the open bar." "What song are they playing for their first dance?" "The best man’s speech was hilarious." "The father of the bride’s toast made everyone tear up." "Everyone was on the dance floor all night—it was so much fun."🎉 Post-Wedding Reflections "That was one of the most beautiful weddings I’ve ever been to." "The bride looked stunning, didn’t she?" "Did you see the groom’s uncle dancing? That was so funny." "They had to change the venue at the last minute. Can you believe it?" "The DJ was late, so the bride’s brother had to play music from his phone."Practice and Reflect Weddings are filled with special moments and unique challenges, offering plenty of opportunities to use descriptive language and expressions. Practice these phrases and vocabulary by imagining conversations about weddings or reflecting on a wedding you’ve attended. Repetition and real-life practice will help you remember these expressions and use them naturally.😊 RESOURCES FOR LEARNING ENGLISHAffiliate Disclosure Some links in this description may be affiliate links. This means I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel!Fantastic courses from a teacher friend: https://www.tofluency.com/espresso/Find a language teacher online here: https://go.italki.com/tofluencyLearn English through TV: https://www.tofluency.com/fluentu/Learn English with AI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cIvJsDPmXwSpeaking method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7PGRbvJBkQWriting method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDkiY1lcfgw

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