Best CH Development Podcasts (2025)

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How to Pronounce "Squirrel, World, Comfortable and Three" Confidently | #290 12:37

11h ago12:37

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Are you struggling to pronounce some of the trickiest words in American English? You're not alone! In this episode of [Your Podcast Name], we break down four of the most challenging words for non-native speakers: "Squirrel," "World," "Comfortable," and "Three." Join us as we provide a step-by-step guide to mastering these common pronunciation pitfa…

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American Accent Development for Hindi Speakers: What worked and didn't work for Mehul | #289 16:57

3d ago16:57

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Mehul, a software engineer from Northern India, shares his incredible journey of mastering the American accent. In just six months of one-on-one coaching, he transformed his English communication skills. Join us as Mehul reveals the specific strategies that worked best for him and the common mistakes Hindi speakers must avoid to sound more like a n…

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Episode 68: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 3 - Pat Lalande, Trevor Juby 52:12

5d ago52:12

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Counter-Drug and Search and Rescue Aviation in the Caribbean with PAL Aerospace What is it like to fly counter-drug interdiction and Search and Rescue missions in the Caribbean? What does it take to qualify for this demanding aviation work, and how do crews prepare to execute missions as part of Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF-South)? In …

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Ep 168 - LOVER / Lover, Brother, Warrior, Poet ch4 1:35:35

8d ago1:35:35

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It's time to save the princess! Modern audiences might feel this is an old-fashioned idea, but there are still major themes and principles of faith, salvation, and character to discover in this part of the story. Join Charleston and Britt in this great conversation! Charleston's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-life-eubiosis/id17…

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Simple American Accent Training: Be Clear with Americans every time | #288 22:48

11d ago22:48

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Simple American Accent Training: Be Clear with Americans Every Time Are you an Arabic, Portuguese, or Russian speaker struggling to be understood in American English? Do you want to sound more natural and communicate with confidence? In this special masterclass episode, the Accent Training Podcast breaks down its proven 3-point strategy for masteri…

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Episode 67: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 2 - Pat Lalande, Trevor Juby 53:58

12d ago53:58

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RCAF to Counter-Drug and Search & Rescue Missions in the Caribbean What is it like to fly long-range patrol missions in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), face close calls in high-stakes operations, and then transition to counter-drug and Search and Rescue (SAR) missions in the Caribbean? How do Canadian military pilots prepare for this demanding…

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American Accent Warm-up: 7 Day Pronunciation Challenge for ESL | #287 5:51

17d ago5:51

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Welcome to Day 1 of your American Accent Warm-up! This 7-Day Pronunciation Challenge for ESL is a straightforward and effective way to practice your American English. This episode focuses on the common challenge of distinguishing between the long 'e' sound (like in "green") and the short 'i' sound (like in "ship"). You'll learn to hear and produce …

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Ep 167 - Worship with the Right Motive - Zechariah ch7 w/ Ash Bolden 51:18

16d ago51:18

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Religious traditions only work when done with the right motives. How do we live our whole lives as worship unto God for his glory and our good? Ash and Britt tackle Zechariah chapter 7 and reveal the core issue of our hearts and how we worship God and treat others. Get free ebook here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/nbbgc9x12m Follow on FB: https://www.…

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Episode 57: Character Matters: Hope Is in Who God Is, Not What Happens 48:25

19d ago48:25

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Send us a text In this Kingdom Fuel episode, Joycelyn takes us deep into the truth that our hope is not tied to outcomes, systems, or people—it is anchored in the unchanging character of God. Through 2 Corinthians 1:10, she unpacks the layers of deliverance—past, present, and future—and shows how affliction presses us into reliance on the God who r…

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Episode 66: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 1 - Pat Lalande, Trevor Juby 1:09:29

19d ago1:09:29

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From RCAF Patrol Missions to Counter-Drug and SAR Operations in the Caribbean What kinds of missions do a long-range patrol sensor operator and crew commander face in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)? What challenges and close calls have they experienced, and how did those skills carry over into high-stakes counter-narcotics and Search and Rescu…

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Accent Training with a Tongue Twister: Fox in Socks | #286 14:02

19d ago14:02

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Welcome to the Accent Training Podcast! Level up your American accent with our "Fox in Socks" accent training episode! Join us as we break down this classic children's book, helping non-native English speakers master tricky sounds and rhythms. Listen, repeat, and perfect your pronunciation with fun, engaging exercises. Tune in to boost your confide…

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American Presentation Prep: How Accent Training Prepared This Client Presenting to an American Audience | #285 13:40

20d ago13:40

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Become a more confident English speaker, even if you're outside of the United States. Yang is proof that you can, and go you can even go on to shine when speaking English to an American audience! Learn what she did that worked BEST for her communication with Americans, and MASTER the American accent! Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Comm…

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How to Spot Hidden SH Sounds in STR, SSU, & French CH Words | #284 11:19

23d ago11:19

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Are you confused about why certain words sound different in American English? This episode reveals the "hidden" SH sound in surprising places! Many English learners know the basics of the /ʃ/ sound in words like "she" and "shoe," but they get tripped up by less obvious spellings. We’ll show you how the American English SH sound is present in a wide…

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Pronunciation Lesson for Hidden American English SH Sounds | #283 7:51

24d ago7:51

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Welcome to The Accent Training Podcast! Struggling with words that have an "sh" sound but no "sh" spelling? This American Accent Training lesson is for you! In this episode, we'll uncover the hidden "sh" sounds in American English found in common words containing ci (as in social), tion (as in pronunciation), and sion (as in mission). Designed spec…

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Ep 166 - Develop the Gift in Secret / Lover, Brother, Warrior, Poet ch3 1:39:17

24d ago1:39:17

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Charleston and Britt discuss the powerful idea of developing and disciplining our gifts in secret. In the hidden places, we sacrifice good things for the better things, the priorities of God's gifts and callings. From the Dapplegrim wonder tale to the Bible, they give numerous examples of this central principle. Check out Charleston's pod: https://…

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Accent Training: How to Say 'Crystal Clear' and key idioms Like a Native Speaker | #282 9:29

26d ago9:29

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Welcome to the Accent Training Podcast! Are you an English language learner struggling with pronunciation? In this episode of Accent Training, we'll help you master the short 'i' sound, especially in common idioms like "crystal clear," "like no one's business" and "gym rat" Many English words don't follow spelling rules, and we'll show you how to s…

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Interactive American Accent Training: How to Pronounce "Really" and "Busy" | #281 9:45

29d ago9:45

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Welcome to the Accent Training Podcast! Learn to pronounce words like "really" and "busy" in this interactive English learning podcast. Perfect for beginners and those looking to improve their English speaking and listening skills. In this episode, we're diving deep into American pronunciation with a special focus on those tricky words that have a …

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Connected Speech Master Class: Tasks & Training to Engage Naturally in English | #280 26:22

1M ago26:22

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Join the Accent Training Community below, NO COST! https://www.skool.com/accenttraining/about?ref=3e3b93ecc6b4482288fd2eff0d840cae Welcome to the Accent Training Podcast! We’re thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey to master English! Our channel is all about making learning English easy, fun, and engaging—especially through our uniq…

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Episode 65: The Kingfisher: Developing, acquiring and flying the CC-295 Kingfisher Part 3 - Luc Coates, Francois Fasquelle, Dan Faux 1:00:15

1M ago1:00:15

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with: Lieutenant-Colonel Luc Coates, Commanding Officer of 418 Search and Rescue Operational Training Squadron Lieutenant-Colonel Francois Fasquelle, Commanding Officer of 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron Major Dan Faux, subject matter expert on the CC-295 Kingfisher We dive deeper into the Kingfisher,…

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Ep 165 - Leaving Home the Right Way / Lover, Brother, Warrior, Poet ch. 2 1:01:33

1M ago1:01:33

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We were designed to leave home and make our way in the world. But there is a right and wrong way to leave home. The right way leads us to our calling and gift. The wrong way, in contrast, doesn't. Join Charleston and Britt as they talk about the fairy tale Dapplegrim, reveal the ancient wisdom within, and connect to biblical truth. Get your free eb…

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Episode 64: The Kingfisher: Developing, acquiring and flying the CC-295 Kingfisher Part 2 - Luc Coates, Francois Fasquelle, Dan Faux 57:47

1M ago57:47

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with: Lieutenant-Colonel Luc Coates, Commanding Officer of 418 Search and Rescue Operational Training Squadron Lieutenant-Colonel Francois Fasquelle, Commanding Officer of 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron Major Dan Faux, subject matter expert on the CC-295 Kingfisher We begin with Dan’s early days as a…

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Episode 63: The Kingfisher: Developing, acquiring and flying the CC-295 Kingfisher Part 1 - Luc Coates, Francois Fasquelle, Dan Faux 1:05:36

2M ago1:05:36

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What drives someone to choose the demanding — and often dangerous — career of Search and Rescue pilot? What early experiences shaped their paths, and what does it really take to fly missions where lives hang in the balance? In this episode, we sit down with three remarkable guests: Lieutenant-Colonel Luc Coates, Commanding Officer of 418 Search and…

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Episode 56: It's Alright To Cry 11:38

2M ago11:38

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Send us a text In this raw and restorative Kingdom Fuel episode, Joycelyn shares the moment she realized she needed a good cry—not because she was falling apart, but because she was finally letting go. In a world that equates strength with silence, this is a powerful reminder that tears are not weakness—they’re surrender. Through honest reflection …

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Episode 55: Ezekiel 3: They May Not Listen But Still Speak 37:47

2M ago37:47

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Send us a text Have you ever been faithful to speak what God gave you—only to be met with silence, resistance, or rejection? In this episode of Kingdom Fuel, we continue through Ezekiel and land in chapter 3, a place that isn’t just Scripture for me…it’s my personal call. Together we explore what it means to carry words heavy with truth, to sit in …

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Don't pronounce (e) when it begins these words | #279 10:00

2M ago10:00

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Master the tricky pronunciation of prepositions beginning with "be" like before, beneath, beside, and between! 🤫 In this essential episode of [Your Podcast Name], we reveal the secret to sounding more natural: the often-missed silent "e" sound in these common English prepositions. Are you struggling to pronounce "be" prepositions correctly? Many En…

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Ep 164 - You Have Something to GIVE to the Story - Zechariah ch.6 w/ Ash Bolden 1:06:14

2M ago1:06:14

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God invites us into the story to bring what we have with us. He will redeem it, change it, and transform it into something beautiful along the way. Join Britt and Ash in this great episode on Zechariah chapter 6. Get 10% off your first order of Confined Space Coffee, using the code KOCOFFEE. https://www.confinedspacecoffee.com/ Get your FREE ebook …

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Accent Training for Actors: Sowmya's strategy for Audition Success | #278 29:40

2M ago29:40

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Join us as Sowmya Vemuri, an actor and engineer, shares her transformative journey through accent training! Discover how she overcame initial fears of sounding "fake" and conquered the challenges posed by her native Telugu accent to achieve crystal-clear American pronunciation. Sowmya details how 34 weeks of dedicated training drastically improved …

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Episode 62: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 3 - Erin Edwards 55:16

2M ago55:16

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What’s it like to go from flying helicopters in the Royal Canadian Air Force to becoming the voice in the headset for astronauts aboard the International Space Station? How do you transition from military aviation to serving as Deputy Branch Chief Operations Officer and CAPCOM at NASA? In this episode, we sit down with Captain Erin Edwards — a Spec…

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Episode 61: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 2 - Erin Edwards 51:59

2M ago51:59

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What does it take to pass selection for one of Canada’s most elite aviation units — 427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron? How do you earn the coveted role of SOF Aircraft Commander? And what happens when you trade a military cockpit for a mission control console at NASA? In this episode, we sit down with Captain Erin Edwards, a trailblazing Can…

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Ep 163 - Ancient Wisdom to Live Whole-Hearted / Lover, Brother, Warrior, Poet ch.1 1:14:54

2M ago1:14:54

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What does it mean to be whole-hearted? God desires for us to live with integrated hearts and lives. We can find his ancient wisdom in the Bible ... and in old fairy tales. In this introduction, Britt and Charleston go through the power of stories, parables, and how to active seekers for truth. Get a free ebook! https://dl.bookfunnel.com/nbbgc9x12m …

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IMMEDIATE Accent Results: Master English Stress Patterns | #277 8:07

2M ago8:07

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Are you ready for immediate accent results? This podcast is your go-to guide for mastering English intonation patterns and achieving clearer, more natural-sounding English. Stop struggling with sounding flat or misunderstood. Each episode breaks down key intonation rules, rhythm, and pitch, giving you practical exercises to reduce your accent and i…

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Episode 60: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 1 - Erin Edwards 53:34

3M ago53:34

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How does a MARS Officer and Ship’s Team Diver become a Special Operations helicopter pilot? What does it take to get through the intense rigours of Phase III helicopter training — and then make the leap to 427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron? In this episode, we sit down with Captain Erin Edwards, a SOF Aircraft Commander, recipient of the pre…

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Training to say "Hut" "Hot" & "Hat" and MANY more clearly | #276 8:37

3M ago8:37

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Are you ready to finally conquer those confusing vowel sounds? In this episode of the Accent Training Podcast, we're diving deep into the subtle yet significant distinctions between sounds like the "uh" in "hut," the "ah" in "hot," and the "ae" in "hat." These seemingly small differences can make a big impact on your clarity and confidence when spe…

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Episode 59: The Seeker: Fixed Wing Search and Rescue and flying the CC-115 Buffalo and CC-130H Hercules Part 2 - Dan Conway 1:06:33

3M ago1:06:33

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What did it take to fly Search and Rescue in the venerable (but aging) CC-115 Buffalo? What does it feel like to return to 3CFFTS as a seasoned pilot, ready to learn about the world of instructing? What's it like to be taught by your former students as you learn to fly the CC-130H Hercules? Today we sit down for part 2 of our interview with Major D…

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Episode 58: The Seeker: Fixed Wing Search and Rescue and flying the CC-115 Buffalo and CC-130H Hercules Part 1 - Dan Conway 59:34

3M ago59:34

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What is it like to attend RMC and go through flight training in the RCAF? Why was the CC-115 Buffalo in Comox a desirable posting even with the airplane entering its sunset years? Major Dan Conway is the current Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO) of 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron in Greenwood NS, and soon to be the DCO of 3CFFTS in Portage la Prair…

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Ep 162 - Obstacles to Loving Community / Zechariah ch5 w/ Ash Bolden 1:05:49

3M ago1:05:49

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To be a part of the Kingdom community, God calls us to remove the obstacles to have loving neighbors. Ash and Britt discuss Zechariah chapter 5 and the distinctions between the two cities and stories. Episode sponsor, Confined Space Coffee! Use the code KOCOFFEE for 10% off the first order! Here's the link: https://www.confinedspacecoffee.com/ Free…

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WARNING: Don't Fall for these 3 Accent Traps! | #275 9:13

3M ago9:13

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Are you working on your American accent, but feel like you're not quite hitting the mark? You're not alone! Many learners fall into common traps that can make their speech sound unnatural or even confusing to native speakers. Here we'll touch on 3 of the most common American accent struggles people face, and how you can overcome them! Click here to…

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R Sound Master Class (Premium Group Training) | #274 1:00:03

3M ago1:00:03

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Elevate your American English accent! This podcast episode delivers an in-depth master class on the American "R" sound, specifically targeting situations where "R" follows a vowel. Improve your pronunciation and gain confidence in your speech. Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Community! BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION WITH ME HERE…

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Why Americans stop T at the end of words | #273 4:56

3M ago4:56

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Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Community! BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION WITH ME HEREBy Pat

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Episode 57: The Culture: The Evolution of Culture in the Canadian Armed Forces and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 3 - Jeannot Boucher 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

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What does it take to take on the responsibility of being the Chief of Staff Chief Professional Conduct and Culture (COS CPCC) in the wake of the larger culture change effort that the Canadian Armed Forces has pursued over the last 10 or more years? Why is culture change necessary, and what does it even mean within the context of the military? Major…

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Learn the idioms "Finna," "Down To," & "Brass Tacks" for Clearer English | #272 9:35

3M ago9:35

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Are you ready to get down to business with your English accent? In this episode of The Accent Training Podcast, Pat breaks down three common, yet often confusing, American English idioms: "finna," "down to," and "down to brass tacks." Ever wondered what "finna" really means and when it's appropriate to use? Pat will clarify this popular informal co…

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Episode 56: The Culture: The Evolution of Culture in the Canadian Armed Forces and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 2 - Jeannot Boucher 50:04

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What does it feel like to deploy as the Commander of Task Force Jerusalem in support of OP PROTEUS in the West Bank? What does it take to take over various commands in the Tactical Helicopter force? What goes into developing a defence policy update like "Our North Strong and Free" (ONSAF)? Today we sit down for part 2 of our chat with Major-General…

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Why Does "Going To" Sound Like "Gonna"? | #271 8:41

3M ago8:41

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Confused by "gonna," "wanna," and "gotta"? This episode demystifies these common English reductions and teaches you the correct pronunciation. Understand the rules behind these shortened forms of "going to," "want to," "got to," and others. Improve your accent and speak more authentic English. Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Community! …

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Want to Sound More American? Reduce "To" and Nail the Flap T Sound! | #270 8:42

4M ago8:42

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Ever wonder why native English speakers pronounce "to" differently? This episode reveals the secret of "to" reduction (using the schwa) and guides you through mastering the flap T sound – essential for a more authentic American accent. Listen and practice! Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Community! BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION WITH ME HERE…

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Episode 55: The Culture: The Evolution of Culture in the Canadian Armed Forces and flying the CH-146 Griffon Part 1 - Jeannot Boucher 57:35

4M ago57:35

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What was it like to deploy to Afghanistan as the Deputy Commanding Officer of Canadian Helicopter Forces in Afghanistan (CHFA)? What was the Tactical Helicopter role in Afghanistan at the time and how violent was it in 2009? Today we sit down with Major-General Jeannot Boucher, Chief of Staff Chief Professional Conduct and Culture (COS CPCC). Jeann…

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Struggling to Connect your speech? Learn English Linking Sounds for Clearer Speech | #269 10:31

4M ago10:31

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Do you find yourself stumbling when speaking English because words seem disconnected? Discover the secret to natural English flow: vowel linking. This episode breaks down how to seamlessly join vowel sounds using glide sounds like the "y" (as in "see it") and "w" (as in "go out"). Perfect your accent training and enhance your English speaking skill…

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How to Pronounce Could, Should, Would in American English | #268 6:05

4M ago6:05

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Master the American English pronunciation of "could," "should," and "would" with this helpful guide. Learn the correct vowel sounds, consonant endings, and stress patterns to speak more clearly and confidently. Improve your American accent today! Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Community! BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION WITH ME HERE…

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Episode 54: The Jet Jockey: Supersonic Stories: Flying the CF-188 Hornet in the Cold War Part 2 - Dan "Alf" McWilliams 1:18:44

4M ago1:18:44

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What was it like to be one of the first cadres to fly the might CF-188 Hornet? What did it feel like to operate in Europe on the edge of the Iron Curtain during the Cold War? What was it like to deploy in support of the Gulf War? Dan "Alf" McWilliams is a retired RCAF Fighter pilot who operated during the Cold War. Today we sit down and talk about …

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Accent Coach Stories: Transitioning from in-person to online | #267 12:46

4M ago12:46

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Click here to Join the FREE Accent Training Community! BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION WITH ME HEREBy Pat

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Episode 54: From Tangled to Transformed: Encountering the Love of the Father 46:21

4M ago46:21

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Send us a text What happens when a trip to the cinema becomes a sacred encounter? In this episode, Joycelyn sits down with author and ministry leader Meliza Farndell, who shares how watching the Disney movie Tangled turned into a divine turning point. It was in that moment she moved from knowing about God to experiencing the love of the Father—and …

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