English from all angles! In this episode, Drew discusses the recent uptick in cases of COVID-19 and the importance of perseverance. He also explains the expression “ticking time bomb” and the phrasal verb “to go off”. When buying a new car, do you order a lot of options? Which boxes do you typically tick? Do watches tick? Is your watch wound? Have you ever been wounded? Not sure what all this means? Tune in to find out while you also practice and improve your English.

English from all angles! In this episode, Drew reviews question tags. Do you remember how to use them? He also mentions who he ran into at the coffee shop and he reveals the secret to making perfect pancakes. Special vocabulary in this episode includes the verbs to flip-flop and to pander…and see if you can guess the riddle!

“Go for it” is one of the most frequently used expressions in the English language, but what does it really mean? You’ll find out in this episode. Also, Drew reminds you of one of the keys to improving your listening comprehension. Check it out. Why not give it a shot? C’mon…go for it! Stranger things have happened. Are you having problems pronouncing words that begin with “s”? Not anymore! Listen to this episode and fix it now.

The Earth isn’t flat, but I’m sure you’re Internet service rate is. In this episode, not only will you learn words and expressions associated with “flat,” you’ll also improve your listening comprehension and speaking skills. Have you ever wondered what the difference is between “edge” and “rim”? You’ll get the definitive answer here. And remember...Don’t cry over spilled milk! Learn the expression in this episode.

English from all angles! How can you improve your speaking with Crosby’s 9 podcasts? By imitating Drew. Try it…it really works! In this podcast you’ll learn expressions that include the word “work”. Also, dull vs. bland: people can be dull (so liven up!), knives can be dull (so sharpen them!) and food can be bland (so season it!). Familiarize yourself with these terms (and a whole lot more), in this – the 75th episode.

English from all angles! Everything that goes up must eventually come down, right? Discover more about this and learn tons of new vocabulary in this episode, such as “to skyrocket” and “to plummet,” along with the expression “blood, sweat and tears”. Quick! What’s the difference between “shareholder” and “stakeholder”? Not sure? In episode 74, Drew explains it once and for all. Tune in and also learn the difference between “stock” and “share”.

English from all angles! Are you a simpleton? Is being a simpleton a bad thing or a good thing? In episode 73, Drew discusses the concept of simplicity and whether or not it’s an easy concept to practice in our lives. Learn the expressions “to put on an act” and “small potatoes” and, as always, imitate Drew in order to improve your pronunciation and fluency in English. Are you running around like a chicken with its head cut off? Drew explains how the Pareto Principle, aka the 80/20 Rule, has helped him simplify his life. Tune in and discover how.

English from all angles! Sugar Bowl, Orange Bowl, Cotton Bowl, Fiesta Bowl…and the Rose Bowl – the stadium that gave the name to a championship football game. In 1981, soccer fans in the US were shocked and disappointed to discover that the NASL Soccer Bowl wasn’t going to be televised live. Believe it or not, the program that took precedence over the match was…well, tune in and find out! In this episode, you’ll learn about “bowl” games, their origin and a whole lot more. Practice your letters, test your knowledge of the 3 conditionals, improve your understanding and have fun, as you get better in English.

English from all angles! As a kid, Drew would listen to music in mono. Would you put up with listening to music in mono today? Drew discusses the “old days” of radio and the FM and AM dial. Improve your listening comprehension as you build vocabulary and gain fluency in English. Simply tune in!

English from all angles! Drew looks at quotes on the concepts of difference of opinion and innovation by the 19th century American writer, poet and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson; concepts that still ring true today. (One of many expressions you’ll learn from the podcast). Like Drew says, listen to the podcast a few times and then do your best to put into practice what you learn. And…don’t be afraid to make mistakes - it’s the best way to improve! Tune in and learn the phrasal verb “to come across” and the expressions “beg to differ” and “off the beaten track”. The more you listen, the more you learn.