English with Stephen
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago -Everything you need to help you learn English as quickly as possible.
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The Word Story of Gin and Tonic
September 27, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.5 MBThere are 5 key ingredients in a great gin and tonic. This episode tells the stories behind the words of those ingredients.
Using Transcripts to Learn English
September 20, 2020 13:00 - 8 minutes - 5.95 MBIn this episode, we look at a fantastic learning strategy that most English students, and teachers, ignore: transcripts. We look at where you can find them and what you can do with them.
Word Stories: Chauvinist Pig!
September 13, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.49 MBThe surprising origin of the word 'chauvinist', what it means today, and how it has changed over time.
Learning Strategies: Using Songs to Learn English
September 06, 2020 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MBAn effective 4-stage process to learn English by listening to your favourite songs.
Learning Strategies: Using songs to Learn English
September 06, 2020 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MBAn effective 4-stage process to learn English by listening to your favourite songs.
Word Stories: Hooligans
August 30, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.3 MBIn this episode, we look at the origins of the word 'hooligan' and how it came to be associated with football violence in England.
Learning Strategies: Using TV and Film to Learn English
August 23, 2020 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.58 MBFollow this 6-stage process to help you learn English while watching TV and films.
Word Stories: In the office
August 16, 2020 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.6 MBA look at the stories behind the names of some of Microsoft's most popular products, plus an extra-special piece of information.
Top 10 Tips for Learning English Online
August 02, 2020 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.21 MBWith experience as both an online teacher and student, I present to you my top 10 tips for learning English online.
Happy 10th Episode
August 02, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.11 MBI answer some questions from listeners around the world to celebrate my 10th episode.
Word Stories: Boycott
July 26, 2020 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MBThe word 'boycott' is used all over the world in many different languages. In this episode, we look at the word's humble origins in Ireland 140 years ago.
Use Your First Language
July 19, 2020 15:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MBTeachers often tell you not to use your first language when learning English. I think this is a terrible idea. In this podcast, I talk about why.
Word Stories: Brazil In English
July 12, 2020 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MBI look at a variety of English words that originated in Brazil.
Lexical Notebooks - The best way to remember vocabulary
July 05, 2020 13:00 - 7 minutes - 5.28 MBA lexical notebook is the best way to learn and remember vocabulary. This episode will show you how to create one. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-4J
Word Origins: Elephants
June 28, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.51 MBThe surprising origins of two English idioms that involve elephants: an elephant in the room, and a white elephant.
What is lexis?
June 21, 2020 13:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MBThinking about learning 'lexis' instead of 'vocabulary' can have a dramatic effect on how quickly you learn English.
Bluetooth: An origins story
June 14, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.71 MBWe all use Bluetooth technology, but what does the name mean and why is it used to talk about computers and mobile phones?
Grammar vs Vocabulary
June 06, 2020 22:00 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MBTime is limited, so what should you focus on when trying to learn a language? Should you spend your time on learning grammar or vocabulary? Listen to find out.
Introduction
June 02, 2020 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MBAn introduction to Learning English with Stephen. What you can expect from this short-form podcast that gives you everything you need to know about how to learn English.