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RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

RealLife English

300 episodes

Welcome to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We've been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components:

More about the show

Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World Mastery: How to become a confident Global Citizen

In this podcast, you will listen to fun and dynamic English conversations with me and other experienced fluency coaches. These lessons are designed to help you become a confident, natural English speaker AND Global Citizen.

You will learn:

- The vocabulary, phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang that you ACTUALLY need to know - How to understand fast-spoken English from various native and advanced non-native fluency coaches - Native pronunciation and Connected Speech (How natives reduce, cut and connect the sounds)

And so much more!

By the way, to get the best experience with our podcast, we highly recommend you listen to it on the RealLife English App. With every episode you get a full, interactive transcript and vocabulary definitions. That way, you won't miss a single thing! Just search for RealLife English in your favorite app store.

Subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a single new episode. Aww yeah!

Download the App: https://reallifeglobal.com/app/

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  1. 467 - How Learning English Helps with Loneliness, Anxiety & Depression

    · 38 min · Episode 467

    LISTEN with the Interactive Transcript (and SPEAK) on the RealLife App for FREE Have you ever scrolled through social media feeling connected to everyone, yet somehow more alone than ever? In this episode, Ethan and…

  2. 466 - 7 English Phrases Every English Learner Should Know

    · 36 min · Episode 466

    LISTEN with the Interactive Transcript (and SPEAK) on the RealLife App for FREE Have you ever felt a conversation freeze because you missed a word and didn't know how to respond? In this episode, Ethan and Justin…

  3. 465 - Improve Your English with MOVIES — Talking About the Best Films of 2026: The Odyssey, Michael Jackson, Toy Story 5, and more

    · 36 min · Episode 465

    LISTEN with the Interactive Transcript (and SPEAK) on the RealLife App for FREE What makes a blockbuster — and what makes it a flop? In this episode, Ethan and Ksenia chat about some of the movies they've watched in…

  4. 464 - How to Talk About WORK in English Like a Native — Our First Jobs, Careers, and Natural English Expressions

    · 31 min · Episode 464

    LISTEN with the Interactive Transcript (and SPEAK) on the RealLife App for FREE What was your very first job? In this episode, Ethan and Izzy look back on their first work experiences. Join the conversation as they…

  5. 463 - How to Meet Interesting People to Speak English Right Now – Meeting Global Citizens Online, Simple Way to Improve Your Speaking Confidence and Fluency (#463)

    · 41 min · Episode 463

    LISTEN with the Interactive Transcript (and SPEAK) on the RealLife App for FREE If you understand English but still struggle to speak confidently, this episode is for you! 🎙️ Ethan and Justin go back to the roots of…

  6. #462 - 4 Things You Should Do To Get To Advanced English

    · 14 min · Episode 462

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Feel stuck at intermediate English? You're not alone — progress isn't linear. In this classic episode, Andrea breaks down why you can understand shows…

  7. #461 - American Vs. British Vs. Australian English — Learn Useful English Words, Vocabulary Differences You Need to Know, and More!

    · 15 min · Episode 461

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Have you ever wondered why the same word can mean something totally different in the US, UK, and Australia? In this fun and fast-paced RealLife English…

  8. #460 - Learn English with a SHORT STORY — How J.K. Rowling Wrote HARRY POTTER

    · 28 min · Episode 460

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Ethan takes you on an inspiring journey through the story of J.K. Rowling — from struggling writer in Edinburgh cafés to the…

  9. #459 - The 3 KEYS to Focus On If You're STUCK at the Same English Level Forever

    · 18 min · Episode 459

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Are you stuck at the same English level no matter how much you study? 😩 You're not alone! In this episode, Ethan (your RealLife English fluency coach)…

  10. #458 - Stop Sounding Basic in English! — Learn 20 Advanced Expressions You Should Be Using Every Day

    · 25 min · Episode 458

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Do you ever feel stuck repeating the same simple phrases like "That's very good" or "I'm not sure"? You're not alone! In this episode, you'll discover…

  11. #457 - What to Say After "HOW ARE YOU" in English — How to Talk to Anyone and Keep the Conversation Flowing

    · 22 min · Episode 457

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Do you ever get stuck after saying "Hi! How are you?" In this episode, Izzy shares a simple, step-by-step guide to keep any conversation flowing…

  12. #456 - 3 Tips to Speak CONFIDENT English at WORK, Interviews, Presentations, etc.

    · 32 min · Episode 456

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever felt your mind go blank in an important meeting? 😬 You're not alone! In this episode of the RealLife English podcast, Izzy shares his inspiring…

  13. #456 - 3 Tips to Speak CONFIDENT English at WORK, Interviews, Presentations, etc.

    · 32 min · Episode 456

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever felt your mind go blank in an important meeting? 😬 You're not alone! In this episode of the RealLife English podcast, Izzy shares his inspiring…

  14. #456 - 3 Tips to Speak CONFIDENT English at WORK, Interviews, Presentations, etc.

    · 32 min · Episode 456

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever felt your mind go blank in an important meeting? 😬 You're not alone! In this episode of the RealLife English podcast, Izzy shares his inspiring…

  15. #456 - 3 Tips to Speak CONFIDENT English at WORK, Interviews, Presentations, etc.

    · 32 min · Episode 456

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever felt your mind go blank in an important meeting? 😬 You're not alone! In this episode of the RealLife English podcast, Izzy shares his inspiring…

  16. #455 - How to Use Movies to Practice Speaking English at Home, Alone — 4 Exercises to Become a Natural English Speaker

    · 34 min · Episode 455

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Movies aren't just for entertainment — they can be your secret tool to speak English more naturally and confidently! In this episode, Izzy and Ethan…

  17. #454 - Learn English with Stories: The Fake Guru Who Lied to Everyone — Advanced English Conversation

    · 38 min · Episode 454

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, we dive into the unbelievable true story of Vikram Gandhi, the man behind the documentary Kumaré. Pretending to be a wise spiritual…

  18. #453 - How Actors Learn New Languages So Fast — Use the Method from Hollywood Actors to Speak English Fluently

    · 32 min · Episode 453

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever wondered how actors pick up a new language so quickly for a movie role? In this episode, Izzy and Ethan dive into the techniques actors use to…

  19. #452 - Improve Your English & Learn American History with This SHORT STORY — Podcast for English Learners

    · 22 min · Episode 452

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this new lesson, we dive into the inspiring words of Malcolm X — a global icon and one of the most important voices of the Civil Rights Movement in…

  20. #451 - How I Learned to Speak with an American Accent (Here's the Truth) — Lesson with Examples from TV show, Music, etc.

    · 21 min · Episode 451

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this powerful episode, Izzy shares a game-changing mindset shift for English learners: accent and language are not the same thing. Discover why…

  21. #450 - 5 Best TV Series to Learn English in 2025 (+5 Bonus Ones at the End!)

    · 14 min · Episode 450

    Join Ethan, your RealLife English fluency coach, in this exciting lesson as he shares 5 incredible TV series that will help you take your English to the next level! Whether you're at an intermediate or advanced level,…

  22. #449 - 5 Mental Blocks That Are Stopping You From Learning English (...And How to Beat Them)

    · 26 min · Episode 449

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Izzy shares the 5 internal blocks that secretly stop you from becoming fluent in English – and how to break them today. Discover why…

  23. #448 - 5 Reasons Why Most English Learners NEVER Get Fluent — Are You Making These Mistakes?

    · 34 min · Episode 448

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this energizing episode, Izzy and Ethan, with over 25 years of combined English teaching experience, break down the 5 biggest reasons why most…

  24. #447 - How Long Does it Take to Get Fluent in English? — My Experience and How to Reach Your English Fluency Faster (Than Me)

    · 23 min · Episode 447

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Are you wondering how long it actually takes to become fluent in English? In this powerful episode of the RealLife English Podcast, Ethan sits down…

  25. #446 - My Daily Routine for Learning Languages — Improve Your English Every Day with These Habits for the Morning, Afternoon, and Evening

    · 23 min · Episode 446

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Struggling to stay consistent with your English learning? Discover the powerful daily routine that helps language learners succeed — morning,…

  26. #445 - Improve Your English Speaking with 5 Funny NEWS STORIES — Podcast for English Learners

    · 23 min · Episode 445

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this laugh-out-loud episode, Izzy teams up with Humbert, our video producer and resident movie buff, to break down some of the craziest real news…

  27. #444 - 3 Exercises to Speak English Faster (Like a Native) — Proven Tips That Work For Anyone, Why You Still Speak Slowly, and Using Rap Songs to Train Your English

    · 30 min · Episode 444

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Ethan shares 3 powerful exercises to help you unlock fast, fluent English! Learn practical tips to boost your speaking speed, discover…

  28. #443 - How You Can Speak English with CONFIDENCE — We Analyzed the Speech of These 5 Non-Native Celebrities

    · 33 min · Episode 443

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journeys of five celebrities who learned English as a second language and used it as a powerful tool to…

  29. #442 - Learn 30 Advanced Expressions From This Powerful TED Talk — Best TED Talks for Learning English

    · 37 min · Episode 442

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this inspiring episode, Ethan takes you on a journey through one of the most powerful TED Talks ever — Jill Bolte Taylor's "My Stroke of Insight."…

  30. #442 - Learn 30 Advanced Expressions From This Powerful TED Talk — Best TED Talks for Learning English

    · 37 min · Episode 442

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this inspiring episode, Ethan takes you on a journey through one of the most powerful TED Talks ever — Jill Bolte Taylor's "My Stroke of Insight."…

  31. #441 - How to Stop Translating in Your Head and START to Think in English — Here's What I Did

    · 15 min · Episode 441

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Want to stop translating in your head and start thinking naturally in English? In this episode, Izzy shares his personal journey from being a native…

  32. #440 - How to Become FLUENT in English by Playing Video Games — Stories From Learners Who Did it, and Our Favorite Video Games from Our Childhoods

    · 32 min · Episode 440

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Izzy and Ethan explore how video games helped RealLife English team members learn real, everyday English. Discover three inspiring…

  33. #439 - How to Understand Americans 100% When They Speak Fast — 5 Speech Patterns You Must Know, Real Clip Analysis, and a Deep Reflection on Global Consciousness

    · 27 min · Episode 439

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Are you ready to transform your English listening and speaking skills? 🚀 In today's episode, we dive deep into the magic of connected speech — the…

  34. #438 - 5 Ways to Improve Your English Speaking Alone by Reading Books — The Strategies Used by the Best Learners, Essential Lessons for Life, and Why You Should Focus on Discoveries Rather Than

    · 18 min · Episode 438

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In this episode, Ethan gets real about a common challenge many English learners face — feeling intimidated by reading in English. He shares five…

  35. #437 - 5 Great Songs to LEARN Phrasal Verbs in ENGLISH — Let's Sing, Analyze the Lyrics, and Learn (with Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, Guns N' Roses, Lady Gaga & More!)

    · 34 min · Episode 437

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Join Ethan and Izzy in this musical English lesson where learning phrasal verbs becomes fun and unforgettable! 🎶 This episode features five hit songs…

  36. #436 - How to Get Fluent in English WITHOUT Studying Grammar — What You Should Focus On Instead, Why Natives Don't Know Grammar, and How I Learned Verb Tenses in English

    · 23 min · Episode 436

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In today's episode, Izzy dives into one of the most debated questions in language learning: Is grammar actually necessary to become fluent? If you've…

  37. #435 - The Key to Changing Your Life's Destiny — How to Get Unstuck, Take Control of Your Life, and Find Joy

    · 31 min · Episode 435

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Feeling stuck in life? In this powerful episode, Izzy invites Ethan to uncover the key to breaking free from autopilot living. Discover how defining…

  38. #434 - Discover the ORIGIN of Words in English — Learn Vocabulary More Easily

    · 34 min · Episode 434

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Have you ever wondered why English words are the way they are? In this episode, Izzy and Ksenia dive into the fascinating world of etymology—the study…

  39. #433 - How to Stop Using the Same Basic English Words — Speak with a Rich Vocabulary (Like a Native)

    · 30 min · Episode 433

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Do you ever feel like your English sounds too simple? In this episode, we'll show you how to express yourself more naturally — so instead of saying…

  40. #432 - Why Some People Have SUCCESS Speaking English... and Others Don't

    · 15 min · Episode 432

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Why do some people succeed in speaking English fluently while others struggle, even after years of effort? 🤔 In this episode, we uncover the #1 reason…

  41. #431 - How I Started to Understand Movies in English WITHOUT Subtitles — My 5 Secrets

    · 22 min · Episode 431

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Struggling to understand fast English in movies and TV shows? In this episode, Izzy shares how he trained his ears to understand fast English without…

  42. #430 - How to Stop Procrastinating and Start Getting FLUENT in English — Try These 3 Solutions and Start Making Progress in 5 minutes

    · 33 min · Episode 430

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Ever plan to study English but end up doing everything except studying? Don't worry—we've all been there! In this episode, we're sharing three simple…

  43. #429 - How to Get Fluent in English in 2025 — Even If You're BUSY

    · 40 min · Episode 429

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Feeling stuck in your English learning journey?⏳ Do years pass by, yet your English stays the same? In this episode, Izzy and Ethan bring you three…

  44. #428 - How to Understand All the Jokes in ENGLISH (in Movies, TV, Conversations): Understand Humor, Sarcasm, etc in English Like a Native Speaker

    · 40 min · Episode 428

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Struggling to catch the jokes in English movies, TV shows, or conversations? In this episode, we'll show you how to unlock English humor, sarcasm, and…

  45. #427 - How I Went From ZERO to FLUENT in English ALONE — 5 Speaking Exercises

    · 33 min · Episode 427

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Discover the exact exercises Izzy used to transform his English speaking skills from zero to fluent — completely on his own! In this episode, we break…

  46. #426 - How I Use CONNECTORS and FILLERS to Speak English More Fluently — Learn This to Stop Sounding Like a Robot in English

    · 34 min · Episode 426

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. If you have the issue of sounding like a robot when you speak English and not really being your true self, then today's lesson will be perfect for you.…

  47. #425 - How Many of These ENGLISH ACCENTS Can You Understand? — Learn 20 Different Accents from Around the World

    · 42 min · Episode 425

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. English is fascinating thanks to the incredible variety of accents that make it a truly global language. Each accent tells its own story, adding…

  48. #424 - Test Your English! — Do You Know These 20 Advanced Expressions for Everyday Life? Improve Your Vocabulary for Real-Life Situations

    · 36 min · Episode 424

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. The English language is packed with idiomatic expressions — those quirky phrases that often don't make sense if you take them literally. But once you…

  49. #423 - 6 Great Movies in English That Defined My Childhood

    · 35 min · Episode 423

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. In today's lesson, Ethan and Izzy dive into a lively discussion about their favorite childhood movies. It's a fantastic opportunity for you to practice…

  50. #422 - 40 English Words You're Probably Pronouncing Wrong (and How to Fix Them)

    · 33 min · Episode 422

    Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. English pronunciation can be tricky — sometimes even the most common words trip us up! In today's episode, we'll dive into some fascinating examples of…

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