This episode continues the story begun in episode 052: Postcards from Janet. In that episode, my cousin Janet sent me a postcard to tell me she was coming to visit in April. Well, it’s April now and Janet came with her two kids, Buddy and Eddie. I was going to take the kids to the […]

How do you feel? Read this as you listen: Welcome to Boxcar English  Where there’s always room for you My name is Karl, but you know that. It’s good to see you again. Get on this train, let’s ride, old buddy! Let’s ride buddy! I’ve got another something to say for you … I’m happy […]

There’s a last time for everything… This is less of a story, and more thinking about that idea. Write me your thoughts, on last times… And don’t worry, my friends, we have a lot more good times together in Boxcar English! ============ Visit our website: boxcarenglish.com Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/boxcarenglishpodcast — Your host, […]

Some things are easy to get used to — like sunny, warm weather. I got used to that kind of weather, then the weather changed. And so I have felt a little sad, a little down. But I know how that feeling works — because I’m used to it. Send me an email at [email protected], […]

I walked to the flea market — where people sell their old things. I was a little scared, because I thought ICE might be there. Spoiler: they weren’t! boxcarenglish.com patreon.com/boxcarenglishpodcast

Bliss is a feeling that can come at any moment. And it doesn’t always make sense. This is my story of feeling bliss. Send me an email at [email protected]! Ask about my writing lessons! boxcarenglish.com patreon.com/boxcarenglishpodcast

This is about odd jobs — little jobs to do here and there. Not a “full-time” job, but an odd job. It’s also about seeing someone who looks just like you. It feels strange, huh? See episode 050 for how to use this podcast to improve your English! Write me an email at [email protected]! Visit […]

About a car crash. I hate getting into a car crash. Vocabulary: Rattled! Write me at [email protected], about a time when you were scared, but you tried to make sure that another person was not scared. Visit the website at boxcarenglish.com and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/boxcarenglishpodcast

Sometimes, a road does not lead directly to a destination. I took a strange road that led me to a new appreciation of my health. Please contribute to our Patreon: patreon.com/boxcarenglishpodcast boxcarenglish.com

I found an old book called The Fabulous Adventure of Life. It’s true, this life is a fabulous adventure… Write me at [email protected]. Tell me your story. Join my upcoming English writing class — more information soon. Visit our website: boxcarenglish.com Subscribe to our Patreon for only 3€ a month, chat with me (Karl), and […]