Latest Learn english at home Podcast Episodes
Reasons for English: The future of English 2
English with Stephen - April 19, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutesDo you think your grandchildren will need to learn English? I don't think they will. Listen to my latest episode to find out why.
Learning Strategies: Read a book
English with Stephen - April 12, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutesWhy is reading such an effective way to learn a language? In this episode, I look into why reading is so powerful for language students. Get the free transcript for this episode here.
Word Stories: Memes
English with Stephen - April 05, 2022 14:34 - 10 minutesMemes are everywhere. Especially if your 10-year-old son has just got a new mobile phone! In this episode, I look at the origin of the word 'meme' and discover how it is a fantastic example of a meme. Read the free transcript here.
Reasons for English: The future of English 1
English with Stephen - March 29, 2022 12:43 - 9 minutesWe've talked a lot about the history of English, but what is going to happen in the future to this world language? In this episode, we ask if another language might become more important than English. Read the transcript here.
Interview with a Learner: Martin, Rock 'n' Roll English
English with Stephen - March 22, 2022 12:43 - 17 minutesThis is the first in a monthly feature of interviews with successful language learners from around the world. Martin, from the Rock 'n' Roll English Podcast, talks about why stories are so important to learning and how he is using stories to help Ukrainian refugees. Show notes can be found here.
Word Stories: Ukraine in English
English with Stephen - March 13, 2022 18:40 - 11 minutesIn this episode, we look at some of the surprising contributions to English, and many other languages, that originated in Ukraine.
Learning Strategies: The 2-Minute Rule
English with Stephen - March 05, 2022 13:02 - 7 minutesAre you having difficulties finding the motivation to learn English? Do you find it hard to start your studies? This episode is for you. By following the 2-minute rule you can discover your motivation to learn English, or indeed anything. FInd the transcript here.
Reasons for English: The Empire Strikes Back
English with Stephen - January 17, 2022 18:18 - 9 minutesIt was one of the largest empires ever, but how did the British Empire affect the development of English as a language. Read the transcript here: https://englishwithstephen.com/2021/12/18/reasons-for-english-the-empire-strikes-back
Word Story:January
English with Stephen - January 09, 2022 13:00 - 8 minutesIn this week's word story, we look at the origin of the word 'January', how it is used and why it gave its name to one of the greatest cities in the world. https://englishwithstephen.com/2022/01/08/word-stories-january/
Learning Strategies: Why learning the guitar is like learning a language
English with Stephen - December 19, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutesI've been learning the guitar recently. There are a number of lessons I have taken from learning the guitar which are useful for learning English.
Reasons for English: No gender?
English with Stephen - December 15, 2021 14:07 - 11 minutesEnglish doesn't have masculine and feminine words, which makes learning the language a bit easier. But have you ever thought about why English doesn't do what most other languages do? And does this mean English is not a sexist language? Listen to find out.
Word Stories: Bed
English with Stephen - December 05, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutesListen to a story that includes lots of expressions that use the word "bed".
Learning Strategies: Improve your listening skills
English with Stephen - November 28, 2021 16:49 - 9 minutes10 top tips to improve your listening skills in English. These tips are guaranteed to improve everyone's listening abilities.
Learning Strategies: Improve your listening sklls
English with Stephen - November 28, 2021 16:49 - 9 minutes10 top tips to improve your listening skills in English. These tips are guaranteed to improve everyone's listening abilities.
Reasons for English: American English
English with Stephen - November 21, 2021 20:18 - 11 minutesHow and why did American English become different to American English. In this episode, we look at some interesting reasons for the differences between these two varieties of English.
Word Stories: Poland in English
English with Stephen - November 14, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutesToday we look at some of the words in English that originated in the country of Poland.
Learning Strategies: Linguistic landscapes
English with Stephen - November 08, 2021 12:53 - 10 minutesYour linguistic landscape can be a powerful tool to help you learn English. Find out what your linguistic landscape is and how you can fully exploit it in the latest episode of the English with Stephen podcast.
Reasons for English: English and The Bible
English with Stephen - October 25, 2021 13:06 - 9 minutesThe English we speak today has been heavily influenced by the way the Bible was written. Even if you don't believe in a Christian God, you will use language from the Bible. Find out how and why in this latest episode. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-kB
Word Stories: Cricket, lovely cricket
English with Stephen - October 18, 2021 13:26 - 8 minutesAs the cricket world cup is starting, I bring to you a number of expressions that come from the second most popular sport in the world. Don't worry if you don't know anything about cricket, you will still learn a lot of useful English expressions. Get the transcript to this episode here: https:...
Learning Strategies: What's in a word?
English with Stephen - October 03, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutesWhat do you need to know about a word to really understand it? In this episode, we look at what it truly means to "know" a word. You can get the transcript for this episode here: forhttps://wp.me/pc09Eo-iC
Reasons for English: What is RP?
English with Stephen - September 26, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutesRP stands for Received Pronunciation and is the standard for British English. But where does the name come from and how did it become the standard? Discover the fascinating story of RP and find out some other peculiarities along the way. Get the transcript for this episode here: https://wp.me/p...
Word Stories: Adidas and Puma
English with Stephen - September 19, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutesTwo of the biggest sportswear manufacturers are Adidas and Puma, but do you know the origin of these words? Listen to find out the crazy story behind these two names and practise some vocabulary for talking about sports clothes. Get the transcript for this episode here: https://wp.me/pc09Eo-iy
Learning Strategies: Accents
English with Stephen - September 12, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutesEnglish students are often worried about their accent when they don't need to be. Join me to discover what exactly it is you need to focus on when working on your accent. Get the transcript for this episode here: https://wp.me/pc09Eo-in
Reasons for English: The English Renaissance
English with Stephen - September 06, 2021 13:57 - 9 minutesThe Rennaisance had a huge effect on countries all over the world in terms of culture, inventions, and exploitation. In this podcast, we look at the dramatic effect it had on the English language. Get the transcript here: https://wp.me/pc09Eo-ii
Word Stories: Julius Ceasar
English with Stephen - August 28, 2021 15:40 - 11 minutesAs well as being one of the most famous people ever to have lived, Julius Ceasar inspired lots of words and phrases in English. Find out all about them in this episode of English with Stephen. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-ib
Learning Strategies: Accountability
English with Stephen - August 22, 2021 12:00 - 7 minutesBeing accountable is a powerful learning strategy for English language students. Find out what it is and how you can use it in this latest podcast. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-i6
Reasons for English: William Caxton
English with Stephen - August 08, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutesWilliam Caxton faced some difficult questions in his professional life. Some of his answers still affect the way English is spoken today, over 600 years after his death. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-hW
Reasons for English:William Caxton
English with Stephen - August 08, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutesWilliam Caxton faced some difficult questions in his professional life. Some of his answers still affect the way English is spoken today, over 600 years after his death. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-hW
Word Stories: The Olympics
English with Stephen - August 02, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutesListen to some great stories about some of the words associated with the Olympics. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-hL
Learning Strategies: What to do about English grammar
English with Stephen - July 25, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutesLast week, we looked at why Engish grammar creates problems for students. This week, we look at some of the solutions to these problems. https://wp.me/pc09Eo-hE
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