Best Quick English Tips Podcasts (2025)

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Vonnegut’s semicolon rule. What age has to do with language. Chocolate donut. 15:42

6h ago15:42

15:42

1112. This week, we look at why you can safely ignore Kurt Vonnegut’s famous advice about ignoring semicolons. We also look at why taking punctuation advice from fiction writers may not be a good idea for business writing. Then, we look at how major life events, not age, change how you speak as you get older. The age segment was by Valerie Fridland…

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IELTS Energy 1517: Can’t Get the 7 You Need on IELTS Writing Task 2? 3 Tips! 16:59

9h ago16:59

16:59

Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the …

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Episode 249 Silverudd's Blue Chicken / Tips for Molting Chickens / Autumn Apple Frittata with Herbs / Suet Cakes 38:57

11h ago38:57

38:57

In this week's episode, we spotlight the gorgeous green-egg laying Silverudd's Blue chicken. It's our annual molting episode and we share our best tips for getting your flock through it all. Our recipe for this week is a delicious Autumn Apple Frittata with Herbs, and we get some retail therapy with suet cakes. Grubbly Farms - click here for our af…

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Talking About Your Favorite Movie, Actor, or Singer In English 3:54

15h ago3:54

3:54

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore one of the most fun and natural ways to connect in English — by talking about your favorite movie, actor, or singer! Learn easy phrases, hear a real-life example conversation, and discover how sharing what you love can improve your fluency. Plus, Jane reveals her love for Titanic, and…

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Natural English for Making Connections 3:46

1d ago3:46

3:46

Starting conversations with new people can feel awkward — but it doesn’t have to be! In today’s episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll help you break the ice naturally with classmates, colleagues, or new friends. You’ll learn friendly ways to say hello, ask casual questions, and respond with confidence. We’ve even added a mini dialogue and your da…

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IELTS Energy 1516: How’s your Service? Band 9 Internet Vocabulary 17:32

4d ago17:32

17:32

Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the …

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Planning a Short Weekend Trip – Invite Friends, Share Plans, Speak Naturally! 3:52

5d ago3:52

3:52

Heading out on a short weekend trip? 🚗 Whether it’s with friends, colleagues, or classmates, this episode of 5-Minute English Talk helps you talk naturally about your weekend plans in English. Learn how to invite someone to join, ask about their plans, and react confidently in everyday conversations. We’ll walk through real-life phrases, a mini dia…

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Calling Technical Support - In English 4:16

6d ago4:16

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we dive into one of the most useful everyday English skills — calling technical support. Whether it’s slow Wi-Fi, a phone that won’t connect, or a confusing error message, talking to support agents can feel stressful — especially when English isn’t your first language. We’ll teach you simple, natural phrase…

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How to Congratulate Someone Naturally in English 4:18

7d ago4:18

4:18

Celebrating someone’s success is a great way to build stronger relationships — whether it’s your friend, colleague, or neighbor! 🎉 In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll explore natural and friendly ways to congratulate someone on their achievement. From a simple “Well done!” to thoughtful phrases for work promotions, exam results, or pers…

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Why we say 'near miss.' How dogs got their names. Stupid dog Jackie. 18:31

7d ago18:31

18:31

1111. This week, we look at the phrase "near miss" and why this seemingly illogical term actually makes sense. Then, in honor of National Dog Day, we look at how 16 different dog breeds got their names, including why a dachshund is a "badger dog," a poodle is a "puddle dog," and a mastiff is a "tame dog." The "near miss" segment was by Natalie Schi…

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IELTS Energy 1515: Why Am I Scoring 6 on IELTS Writing Task 1? 19:57

7d ago19:57

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Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the …

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Episode 248 Old English Pheasant Fowl Chicken / Dr. Rebecca on Cancer in Chickens / 4 Ingredient Almond Cookies / Knitted Emotional Support Chickens 56:28

7d ago56:28

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the very rare, very old, and very beautiful Old English Pheasant Fowl chicken. Dr. Rebecca, our avian veterinarian, joins us to talk about cancer in chickens. We share our recipe for easy 4 Ingredient Almond Cookies, and find some retail therapy with knitted emotional support chickens. Grubbly Farms - click here…

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At the Library – Asking for Books, Using Services, and Getting Help 2:39

8d ago2:39

2:39

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we step inside the library — a quiet but useful place where knowing the right phrases makes everything easier. You’ll learn how to ask for books, use library services like computers or printers, and describe your needs clearly. We’ll also practice a real-life dialogue, give you a speaking tip for polite req…

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Special Recap & Quiz – 5-Minute English Talk 4:02

9d ago4:02

4:02

It’s a milestone! In this special 50th episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we take a fun look back at what we’ve learned so far — from ordering food to making small talk, handling travel, and more. You’ll get a quick recap, plus a short quiz to test your skills in real-life English situations. Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or you’re …

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Weekend Match or Movie – Speak Natural English 3:38

12d ago3:38

3:38

It’s Friday — the perfect time to make weekend plans! In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll show you how to naturally invite a friend, colleague, or neighbor to join you for a football match, a cricket game, or even a movie night. You’ll learn simple and friendly phrases for starting the conversation, suggesting options, and responding to…

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IELTS Energy 1514: Band 9 Idioms for IELTS Speaking Part 2 21:53

12d ago21:53

21:53

Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the …

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How to build a successful writers’ newsletter, with Jane Friedman 18:29

12d ago18:29

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1110. This week, we talk with Jane Friedman, an expert on the business of being a writer. We look at how to build a strong email newsletter and why it's a critical tool for authors in today's publishing world. Jane shares her best tips for getting started, what to write about, and how to get new subscribers — offering advice that can help any write…

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Ordering Desserts in English – Sweet Conversations Made Simple 3:41

13d ago3:41

3:41

n this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’re diving into one of the sweetest parts of dining out — ordering desserts. 🍰 Whether you’re asking for the menu, deciding between options, or reacting when your dessert arrives, today’s phrases will help you sound natural, polite, and confident. You’ll learn how to: Ask about dessert options in a restaur…

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Ordering Coffee in English 2:50

14d ago2:50

2:50

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’ll help you handle one of the most practical — and fun — situations: ordering drinks or food when you notice something interesting on someone else’s table. Learn how to ask questions like “That coffee looks amazing — what is it?” or “Can I order the same thing you’re having?” in a smooth, natural way. We…

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What is 'versing'? ‘Whatchamacallit' and other placeholder words. Chicken. 13:14

14d ago13:14

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1109. This week, we look at why kids and video gamers talk about "versing" someone. Then, we look at the linguistics of placeholder words like "whatchamacallit" and "thingamajig," including some fun international examples and the now-obsolete word "whiblin." The "thingamajig" segment was by Ursula Kania, a Senior Lecturer in English Language and Li…

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IELTS Energy 1513: Have a Light Bulb Moment With IELTS Speaking Part 1 Answers 21:04

14d ago21:04

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Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the …

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Episode 247 Rhode Island Red Chicken / Soil Testing for Poultry / Zucchini Black Walnut Cake / Chicken Alarm Clocks 52:07

14d ago52:07

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the most famous chicken in the world- the Rhode Island Red! We discuss the importance of soil testing before you build coops and runs or after if you're seeing symptoms of heavy metal poisoning. We share our recipe for delicious Zucchini Black Walnut Cake, and deliver some retail therapy with chicken alarm clock…

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Episode 246 Welsummer Chicken / Grubbly Farm's Sean Warner on 10 Years of Chicken Treats and More / Italian Zucchini Bake with Eggs and Cannellini Beans / Grubbly Farms Hemp Bedding 1:03:01

15d ago1:03:01

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In this week's episode we spotlight the chicken for everyone - the beautiful Welsummer! Sean Warner, co-founder of Grubbly Farms, joins us to talk about 10 years in the grub business, and how Grubblies strives to keep up with changes in chicken-keeping. We share our recipe for a delicious Italian Zucchini Bake with Eggs and Cannellini Beans, and de…

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Asking About the Latest News – Everyday English Conversations 3:46

15d ago3:46

3:46

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we explore how to ask and respond about the latest news in a natural and friendly way. Whether it’s world events, local updates, or just trending stories, knowing how to bring up the news helps you sound engaged and confident in everyday conversations. You’ll learn useful questions, polite responses, and pr…

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Online Meeting English + Special 50th Episode Announcement 3:51

16d ago3:51

3:51

In this milestone 50th episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we start by saying a big thank you to all of you for listening, supporting, and practicing with us. Your encouragement has brought us this far — and we’re just getting started! We’re also excited to share some big news: we’ve launched a brand-new show — 5-Minute Vocabulary. Each week, you’ll …

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IELTS Energy 1512: Take a Moment to Boost IELTS Vocabulary Scores 16:52

18d ago16:52

16:52

Get your estimated IELTS Band Score now with our free 2-minute quiz. Want to get a guaranteed score increase on your next IELTS Exam? Check out our 3 Keys IELTS Online course. Check out our other podcasts: All Ears English Podcast: We focus on Connection NOT Perfection when it comes to learning English. This podcast is perfect for listeners at the …

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Who’s Your Team? – Talking About Favorite Teams in English 3:05

19d ago3:05

3:05

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’re diving into one of the easiest and most fun small talk topics — asking about someone’s favorite team in an upcoming match, race, or event. You’ll learn natural ways to start the conversation, give your own answer, and keep it friendly even if you support different sides. Whether it’s football, cricket…

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AI's impact on translators, untranslatable Dutch words, and more, with Heddwen Newton 19:38

19d ago19:38

19:38

1108. This week, we talk to Heddwen Newton about some of the unique and untranslatable words she's discovered while translating. She shares her thoughts on why the translation profession is being hit hard by AI and the kind of work that is likely to be lost. We also hear her book recommendations, including a novel and a nonfiction book about the hi…

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