In this episode, Christina and Trisha talk about: 

• how hard it is to talk about customs specific to the US
• how it depends on the work environment
• how making small talk is one custom that is pretty standard 

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• to generalize = to draw a broad conclusion from particular facts
• one's work environment = one's physical and social surroundings at work
• not (very) cool = rude

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In this episode, Christina and Kristina talk about: 

• being optimistic or pessimistic
• dealing with bad things
• trying to understand other people's attitudes

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• a glass half empty = an expression used to say a person/attitude is pessimistic
• a glass half full =an expression used to say a person/attitude is optimistic
• giving someone the benefit of the doubt = believing someone, or thinking about someone in a good way, even if there are no facts to support them

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In this episode, Christina and Trisha  talk about: 

• Trisha's fear of sharks
• Christina's fear of not doing what she really wants to do
• Christina's fear of jellyfish

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• a phobia = an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something
• irrational = not logical or reasonable
• to reassure someone = to say or do something to remove the doubts or fears of someone

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In this episode, Christina and Fluency Club Leader [NAME]  talk about: 

• business practices in the US
• how a casual, polite sounding request is an order
• the importance of observing others around you

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• a higher up = a senior person in an organization; someone whose position is above yours
• on the surface = something obvious or superficial; lacking substance
• subtle = not obvious; a clever and indirect method of achieving something

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In this episode, Christina and Kristina talk about: 

• living in an apartment or a house
• the advantages and disadvantages of each
• tiny houses

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• a yard = a piece of ground adjoining a building or house
• the country = a rural area
• to downsize = to move to a smaller house/apartment; to get rid of unnecessary items

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In this episode, Christina and Trisha talk about: 

• how native English speakers rarely use the word 'hobby'
• how 'What do you do in free time?' is used far more frequently 
• the difference between a hobby and things we like to do in our free time

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• downtime = a time to relax; a time when you're not busy 
• to get together with [someone] = to hang out with someone; to do something with someone 
• to escape = to get away from everyday activities 

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In this episode, Christina and Matthew talk about: 

• the pros and cons of technology
• how technology affects our work
• disconnecting from the internet 

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• to get duped = to get deceived; tricked
• urgent = (of a state or situation) requiring immediate action or attention
• to unplug = to relax and avoid using electronic devices

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In this episode, Christina and Kristina talk about: 

• how to introduce yourself progressively
• what questions to avoid
• how to sound less direct

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• a tick box = a small square on a form, questionnaire, or test in which you put a checkmark to show that you agree with something or have completed something
• to be direct = to be straightforward, which can sometimes be considered impolite
• [something] defines [one] = something is a major part or "all of' of one's life, ex: Don't let your financial success define you. 

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In this episode, Christina and Matthew talk about: 

• the sports we played in school
• popular sports in our area
• sports injuries

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• to be a big fan of [something] = an admirer; someone who really likes something
• to rehab = to return to a healthy or good way of life
• to pivot = to turn or twist

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In this episode, Christina and Kristina talk about: 

• making a good first impression in the US
• being formal vs. informal
• things not to be surprised by

The extra mile (useful English vocabulary you'll hear in the podcast): 

• to take into consideration = to give something some thought; to think about something
• firm = solid; strong
• [to do something] as a sign of respect = [to do something] to show you respect someone

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