Crosby's 9

Some people may go on a retreat to find themselves, get inspiration, bond with workmates or simply take a break from the hustle and bustle.

To live up to = to be as good as what was promised or expected. What do you think? Did this year’s Super Bowl live up to the hype? Does it ever live up to it? Listen in and find out!

Stay on top of your conditionals in English! Drew offers you a quick review and reminds you how to use “to tell the difference.” Can you tell the difference between brand name products and private label products?

Is it a school? A movement? A group? It’s all of that and none of it. It’s simply…the new wave. Can you think of a new wave that’s taking place today?

Practice your pronunciation through imitation: former, farmer and firmer. Give it a shot! And remember: carrot and carat are pronounced exactly the same. The former is a vegetable and the latter is a unit of measurement.

Are you having trouble speaking in English? Do you feel that your pronunciation could be better? Simply imitate Drew in these podcasts and watch what happens.

We also look at the verb “to face.” Which direction does your residence face? North? East? Which direction are you facing as you read this?

Do you want to quickly improve your speaking and pronunciation skills? Imitate Drew – you’ll see that it really works.

How important is the “s” in English? Tons! Tune in for a reminder. Also, learn the verb “to bring in” –as in “to bring in the New Year.” And don’t’ forget the verb “to toast.” Do you toast when you bring in the New Year? Cheers!

English from all angles! Also in this episode: the difference between “look out” vs. “watch out;” “take out” vs. “take away” and “dine in” vs. “dine out.”