What's the key to using vocabulary like a native? Which accent should I imitate? What advice do you have for students who are struggling to think in English?

In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#41), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a livestream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://www.lifeinenglish.net

Coffee with Kaizen is a live Q&A session in which I answer your questions about English. From vocabulary and pronunciation to communication and study methods.

Timestamps0:00 Intro0:30 Advice for students who struggle to think in English4:03 Disappointed AT you or disappointed IN you?4:57 How do I practice English by myself?7:44 Where is your accent from, Tony?8:51 What's the best way to learn a new skill?11:12 The true key to learning how to speak naturally12:10 How I learn to use vocabulary like a native13:53 Which accent should I imitate?16:36 The question I get most often, and a better alternative18:48 Final thoughts

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An argument in support of the advertising industry.

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What does it mean to have a good head on your shoulders?What's the difference between 'a' and 'an'?Do you have any tips for an interview in English?Why'd you leave California?Is it better to learn English from a native speaker?

In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#40), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a livestream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://www.lifeinenglish.net

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Timestamps0:00 Intro0:25 Should I listen to podcasts even if I can't understand everything?2:52 What does it mean to have a good head on your shoulders?4:26 Should I say 'thank' or 'thanks'?5:36 Is it bad to pronounce the 't' when in the USA?6:15 Any tips for being more confident when speaking with natives?7:33 What's the difference between 'a' and 'an'?8:35 What should I do if I don't have someone to practice English with?10:27 The difficulty of finding language exchange partners12:20 The difference between 'used to' and 'get used to'14:01 General tips for an interview in English15:50 Why does my brain freeze when I try to speak English?17:41 How to use your dictionary and English teacher effectively18:51 The reason I left California20:06 Is it better to learn English from native speakers?21:33 What's the best app for learning English?23:19 Where should I travel in the USA?24:47 How to learn more English vocabulary27:52 What's the difference between 'do' and 'watch'?28:39 Do I need to translate for my English students?31:06 How can I improve my spoken English by myself?32:24 What's the difference between 'attend' and 'attend to'?34:16 What does it mean to be 'tongue-tied'?34:52 English podcast recommendations38:08 How can I improve my English vocabulary?39:48 How do I speak like American native English speakers?40:26 How do I deal with mean people?44:13 Farewell

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Sometimes, it's okay to quit.

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Here's a little dose of English and inspiration for the young ones.

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While I was out doing street interviews in the city, I came across a man named Ki and I asked him some questions about life in the USA.

To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/143

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How to learn phrasal verbs easily?How do I apply for private classes with you?How's life in California?Do you only teach English or can you teach Spanish too?Any tips for improving my ability to think in English?Why can I understand English but not speak it?How can I overcome my stress?How much time do I need to learn English?Which accent should I learn?

In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#39), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a livestream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://www.lifeinenglish.net

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We all need advice from time to time, but so many of us tend to ask for it in such a lazy and unproductive way. So in this episode, I'm gonna teach you the right way to ask for advice.

To read the transcript and vocabulary guide for this episode, visit https://www.lifeinenglish.net/podcast/142

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I've been thinking and listening to a lot of conversations about the future of digital media, and the role it will play in our lives. We know that social media apps tend to be trendy, right? Historically speaking, we've migrated from app to app, and nowadays it seems like there are about 6 or 7 apps that all of us use on a daily basis.

None of us know how long these apps will last, but if I had to bet all my money on the one that would outlast them all, it would be YouTube. In this episode, I'll give you 10 reasons why YouTube is and will continue to be the future of mass digital media.

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How can I learn English faster?How can I remember more vocabulary?What's the difference between 'over there' and 'right there'?What's the difference between 'other' and 'another'?How can I learn English for free?What's the difference between 'lawyer' and 'attorney'?Which podcasts should I listen to in order to learn more English?Why don't you explain things in Spanish?

In this episode of Coffee with Kaizen (#38), I answer all these questions are more. If you'd like to have your questions answered or join a livestream with me in the future, join our Discord server and leave your question on the #questions channel! Learn more at https://www.lifeinenglish.net

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