How to understand (fast) native English speakers? Which English accent to learn: British/UK or American?

Big questions! This episode is a conversation between my friend, Sait Can, and I. He's from Belfast, Northern Ireland. I'm from the South (USA). What's the best way to learn English? Through immersing yourself in the language! This conversation is the next best thing to total immersion in the U.K., Rep. of Ireland, U.S., South Africa, or Canada. 

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