Episode 7 :

Part 1 -  The Discussion (0:00)

The term 'home education' has been misconceived in recent times. It's been used to describe education during the Covid19 Pandemic but for many people, it means so much more. In this episode, I'll discuss the differences between choosing and being forced to 'home educate'.

Part 2 - Learn English (15:25)

In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;

Chilly (adjective)
- a little cold
- used to describe the temperature / weather
"It's sunny today but still a bit chilly"

Worlds apart (phrase)
- to emphasise that two things/people are very different from each other.
"Farming methods in America and Asia are world's apart"

Get stuck into something (phrase)
- to do something with energy and enthusiasm
note : used informally
"I can't wait to get stuck into the new project"

Start with a clean slate (idiom)
- the state of starting from the beginning again
"We moved to New York to start with a clean slate"

A blank canvas (idiom)
- something with no content, starting from the beginning
"A child's mind is like a blank canvas with so many opportunities to learn and develop"

Misconceived (adjective)
- wrongly judged due to misunderstanding
"The author was frustrated that the meaning of her poem had been misconceived by so many people"

A different ball game (idiom)
- a situation that is completely different from what one is used to
"I was good at babysitting but having my own child is a totally different ball game!"

To envision (verb)
- to imagine as a future possibility
"I never envisioned losing to such a weak opponent"

Get on (phrasal verb)
- perform or make progress in a specific way
- often used in small talk
"How are you getting on in your new job?"

To emulate (verb)
- to match or surpass an action or achievement
"They hope to emulate the success of their previous business"


Throw (something) out the window (idiom)
- to stop thinking about or using something (usually an idea)
"We threw that idea out the window, it was never going to work"

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Episode 6 :

Part 1 -  The Discussion (0:00)

The Ironman Triathlon is renowned for being the most gruelling one day race event in the world. I chat with Sam Hearn, a fellow English tutor who pushed himself to his physical limits  when training and competing in this event. This is Sam's  story.

Part 2 - Learn English (14:10)

In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;

Take one's hat off to (idiom)
to give (someone) praise or credit
"I have to take my hat off to her, she did a great job"

Jump / Dive in at the deep end (phrase)
- to put yourself in a new situation without any help or preparation
- if you are thrown in at the deep end, someone else has put you in that situation.
"Don't jump in at the deep end without thinking things through"

On the scene (idiom)

- someone/something has been an important part of a situation/activity
"Pokemon came on the scene in 2003"
"She was lonely for a long time, but now there's a new boyfriend on the scene"

To dabble (verb)

To work or involve yourself in something irregularly, usually as a secondary interest.
"I dabble in various sports but I'm not a master in any"

Pace oneself (idiom)

- to control / balance your speed so you can last the entire duration of a race/activity
"The cycling race is 75km long so I have to pace myself"

Jack in (phrasal verb)

- to give up / stop doing something
"I'm not playing football anymore. I jacked it in a few months ago"

Up to speed (idiom)

- If you are 'up to speed' on a situation/activity then you have all the latest information about it and can do it well
- if you need to  'get back up to speed' then you have fallen behind.
"I need to get back up to speed since I've been off work for 3 days"
"I know you missed the last meeting but I'll bring you up to speed on everything"

Let loose (idiom)

- to allow something/someone to go or move freely
- to release your anger/emotions towards someone without limitations
"she was tired of the bullying at just let loose in the school playground"

To piss oneself (slang)

- to laugh uncontrollably
- to wet yourself
"He didn't see the funny side of the prank, but  his wife was pissing herself"

A wreck (noun)

- someone who is  exhausted or  looks unhealthy
"I was a complete wreck after the marathon'
note : an emotional wreck is someone who is sad, confused, acting abnormal

Half seven

- a short version of 'half past seven'
"We need to catch the bus at half seven this evening"

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Episode 5 :

Part 1 -  The Discussion (0:00)

We moved to Spain at the end of August 2020 but by November we were already on our way back to Finland. Here's a little story about our adventure and how it contributed to the happiness and contentment we are currently feeling in 2021.

Part 2 - Learn English (07:55)

In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;

Sling your hook - "Sling yer 'ook" (idiom)

- Go away!
" Go on, get out of here, sling yer 'ook!"

Part and parcel of (expression)

- an essential and integral part of
- included or involved in
"Dealing with complaints is part and parcel of the job"

To not bat and eyelid (idiom)

- to have no fear, concern, worry
"She told him that they had run out of money but he didn't bat an eyelid."

Step on to the property ladder (idiom)

- to enter the property investment market
note : sometimes 'get on the property ladder'
"The government schemes help young people to step on to the property ladder"

Put the kettle on (expression)

- to prepare to relax and drink tea
note : usually an indication that you want to sit, relax and chat.
"Put the kettle on, I'll be home in 5 mins"

To lurk (verb)
- to hide away / lie low
"I saw a strange guy lurking in the shadows"

Sub-conscious (noun) subconsciously (adverb)

-  part of the mind / a thought that you are not fully aware of
note : a dream is a good example of your sub-conscious mind in action.
"Subconciously, I put my wallet in the fridge and the butter in my pocket."

To get one's bearings (idiom)

- to gain understanding/awareness of your location in relation to your surroundings.
"It took a few days to get my bearings before I could really enjoy Paris"

Pass up on (phrasal verb)

- to not take an opportunity
"I passed up on the chance to meet Bill Gates because we don't have anything in common"

Fork out (phrasal verb)
- to spend a lot of money (on something)...usually unwillingly.
"We had to fork out €3000 on fixing the car"

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Episode 4 :

Part 1 -  The Discussion (0:00)

They say that 'a dog is a man's best friend' but today we'll prove that a dog is a woman's best friend too! My mother is my guest today and she explains the ins and outs of owning a dog as well as helping us to understand the challenges and the rewards involved.

Part 2 - Learn English (16:45)

In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;

To crave (verb)
Craving (noun)

- a powerful desire for something
" I am craving a cup of tea" (verb)
"I''ve got a sudden craving for chocolate"  (noun)

Void (noun)

- a completely empty space
- often used after the verb 'to leave' and in relation to loss.
"The death of Chester Bennington has left a huge void in the music world."

To Bug (verb)

- to annoy / bother someone
"The salesperson is really bugging me"
"I can't remember the name of that movie, and it's really bugging me"

Grain

1. A category of food (rice, oats, barley, corn, wheat)
note : remember that all grains are seeds but not all seeds are grains
"I need to reduce the amount of grains in my diet"

2. A unit of measurement of mass based on a single seed.
"there are more stars in the universe than grains of sand on the Earth's beaches"

A right laugh (expression)

- someone or something that is particularly funny or entertaining
note : can be used sarcastically to express the opposite
"You should have come to the party last night, it was a right laugh"

Roast dinner (noun)

- a traditional British meal eaten at Sunday lunchtime,  consisting of meat and vegetables.
"I'm going over to mum's on Sunday for a roast dinner"

To bother (verb)

1. To annoy / to cause a problem
" the noise doesn't really bother me"

2. To intrude / pester someone
"don't bother me while I'm working

Pick up (phrasal verb)

- to receive an electronic signal
note : there are many ways to use this phrasal verb, this is only one.
"I picked up (on) the strange atmosphere in the room"
"The radio finally picked up a signal as we climbed to higher ground"

Not only that (expressions)

- introducing another item/reason in a list (not an outcome)
"John was a bad husband, he never cleaned the house and he made his wife unhappy. Not only that, he used sell alcohol to the local kids"

Blow one's own trumpet (idiom)
- to boast or brag about one's own achievements
note : you usually excuse yourself beforehand
"I don't mean to blow my own trumpet but I'm pretty good at playing football"

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Episode 3 :

Part 1 -  The Discussion (0:00)

A closer look at how fish and chips is really eaten in Britain and why it's such a big part of the British culture.  You may have tried it before, but have you had the full experience?

Part 2 - Learn English (7:15)

In part two we talk about the language used in the episode and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;

Pass off (phrasal verb)

- to misrepresent something as something else
"The apple juice was poured into a wine bottle and passed off as a French chardonnay"

Save (it) for a rainy day (phrase)

- to save something for later / the future / another time
"let's save the cinema for a rainy day and go to the beach while we can"
"My mother gave me some money for my birthday, I'll save it for a rainy day"

Put off (phrasal verb)

- to distract / discourage / dishearten
"The smell from the kitchen put me off my food"
"The opposition fans put me off (distracted me) and I missed the penalty kick"

I could eat a horse (idiom)

- to express extreme hunger
"I can't wait until dinner's ready, I could eat a horse!"

More often than not (phrase)

- usually
"More often than not I'm the one who drives"

To overlook (verb)

1. to look down on something from a higher viewpoint
"The castle overlooked the gardens"

2. to fail to notice something
"the police officer overlooked some important facts"

Waft (noun)

- a scent/smell carried in the air
" There was a waft of fresh bread from the local bakery"

Sick as a parrot (expression)

- very sick
"he ate something strange and now he's as sick as a parrot"

to safeguard (verb)

- to protect something from harm or damage
"Child services are safeguarding the welfare of children"


Until the cows come home (idiom)

- for a very long time (to have the energy to do it for a long time)
"I could sleep until the cows come home"

Come rain or shine (phrase)

- whatever the weather
"I'm going to the beach come rain or shine!"

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Episode 2 :

Part 1 - The Discussion (0:00)

I speak to my father about 'The Backbeach' in Teignmouth, a small fishing town on the South West coast of England. We discuss the location, the pub, the atmosphere and the future of a destination rarely seen by tourists.

Part 2 - Learn English (11:00)

In part two, we talk about the language used in the interview and learn how to apply the following words to everyday English conversation;

Well-travelled (adjective)

-  someone who has travelled widely / a lot
"He is a well-travelled man"

-  a route that is frequently used by travellers
"The coastal path is well-travelled"

To draw (verb)

- to attract something/someone
"The festival draws a huge crowd every year"

Stumble across (phrasal verb)

- to find, discover or meet something unexpectedly
"We were hiking in the mountains and stumbled across a hunting cabin"

Hidden gem (idiom)

- something extremely outstanding that not many people know about
"There is a beautiful cove behind the rocks, at the other end of the beach, it's a hidden gem"

Close to/at hand

- something that is easily accessible or within reach
"I always need a glass water close at hand when I eat spicy food"

To have your fair share of something

- to emphasise a reasonable amount of something  (usually negative)
"She has had her fair share of problems this year"

To thrive (verb)

- to grow / develop well / to flourish / to prosper
"A business cannot thrive without investment"

On the back of  (phrase)

- as a result of
"profits have increased on the back of the company's recent marketing campaign"

- soon after a earlier success
"Barcelona have lost the match on the back of three successive wins"

Quids in  (British slang)

- to be making profit (usually from a bet or a business venture)
"Bill was quids in after betting on the horses"

To dread (verb)

- to anticipate something with fear or apprehension
"I'm dreading the interview next week"

Pop to (phrasal verb)

- to go somewhere for a short amount of time
"I'm just popping to the loo"

To plonk (verb)

- to sit down or put something down carelessly/heavily
"I'm going to plonk myself in front of the TV for the rest of the day"

Tinny (noun)

- a can of beer
"let's crack open a tinny"

Jetty (noun)

- a small pier at which boats can dock or be moored
"we dove into the sea off the jetty"

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Be part of the community and let's learn together!

To read more about Lee and his work as an online English tutor, visit onebritishman.com

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Welcome to the One British Man podcast.

In this introduction you'll find out who Lee is, what this podcast is all about and what you can expect in the next few weeks.

Future episodes will be split into two parts so that you can decide whether you want to listen to  the English discussion or language learning....or both of course.

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