A Very British Life: The Bath

E240: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, and you're tuned in to Week 24, Day Five of Your English Five a Day. This series is your daily dose of vocabulary enrichment, offering five juicy words or phrases every weekday.🚊 First up, we have the noun phrase "train of thought". Next, we've got the noun "variety", followed by the verb phrase, "reign supreme". After that, we dive into the playful adjective "whimsical", and last but not least, we have the adjective "bespoke". 💌In our storytime segment, we follow Julie's journey of entrepreneurial spirit and creativity. In a world dominated by mass-produced goods, Julie's bespoke greeting cards brought back the personal touch, offering a variety of designs to suit every occasion.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeCONVERSATION CLUBBe a part of one of the best English speaking communities online. The Conversation Club is not only affordable, it is also high-effective and great fun. Speaking confidence and fluency comes with practice, so don't delay. Join us today: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/english-speaking-practice-in-the-conversation-club/Support the show

E239: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast, hosted by me, Anna! Tune in to Week 24, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day, where we embark on a journey to expand your vocabulary with five enriching pieces every single day.🌟 Today's vocabulary journey begins with the noun "whim". Next up are the adjectives "sensory" and "star-struck". Then, we explore another adjective "intricate", before finishing off with the adverbial phrase "in all its glory",🏎 🏁 Join us as we dive deeper into pronunciation, memory testing, and an engaging storytime session, where a young F1 enthusiast from Crewe wins tickets to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on a whim. With his friend, he embarks on a sensory adventure, meeting racing legends, and experiencing the race in all its glory. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeCONVERSATION CLUBBe a part of one of the best English speaking communities online. The Conversation Club is not only affordable, it is also high-effective and great fun. Speaking confidence and fluency comes with practice, so don't delay. Join us today: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/english-speaking-practice-in-the-conversation-club/Support the show

E238: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 24, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where we explore five pieces of vocabulary each weekday to enhance your English skills. Join us on this journey to expand your vocabulary and improve your language proficiency!🌟 First on today's list is the noun "contentment", followed by another noun "enclosure". Next up, we delve into the adjectives "drastic" and "unique". Last but not least we explore the phrase "a dream come true".🐺 Engage in some pronunciation practice and a fun memory test before we go on to the heartwarming tale of Ben, a retired police dog trainer who embarks on a new chapter in his life as a zookeeper. As he enters the gates of the zoo, Ben is filled with contentment, grateful for the opportunity to work with animals once again. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeCONVERSATION CLUBBe a part of one of the best English speaking communities online. The Conversation Club is not only affordable, it is also high-effective and great fun. Speaking confidence and fluency comes with practice, so don't delay. Join us today: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/english-speaking-practice-in-the-conversation-club/Support the show

E237: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 24, Day 2 of Your English Five a Day, where we embark on a journey to enrich your vocabulary with five carefully selected words or phrases every weekday. 🌟 Today, we start with the verb "serving", particularly used when talking about the armed forces. Then we take a look at the adjective "fervent", which is then followed by the noun "unease". Next up, we see the idiom "carry weight", and finally we dive into the noun "comrade". 🗡️ In today's moving story, we follow the heartfelt emotions of a spouse awaiting the safe return of their beloved husband serving overseas. Experience the fervent beliefs, unease, and camaraderie intertwined with the weight of duty and sacrifice. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeCONVERSATION CLUBBe a part of one of the best English speaking communities online. The Conversation Club is not only affordable, it is also high-effective and great fun. Speaking confidence and fluency comes with practice, so don't delay. Join us today: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/english-speaking-practice-in-the-conversation-club/Support the show

E236: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, your host, guiding you through Week 24, Day One of Your English Five a Day. Join me as we explore five vocabulary pieces every weekday, enriching your active vocabulary. 🌟 Today, we kick off with the noun "gusto". Next up is the idiom "on the fly", followed by the adjective "frequent". After that, we take a look at the meaning of the noun "endorsement", and finally, we explore the adjective "dense".🗺 🎒 Join me for pronunciation practice and a memory test, then embark on adventures with Alastair and Miriam, frequent backpackers exploring the globe with gusto, making decisions on the fly and discovering destinations along the way. Their journey through dense rainforests and Mediterranean waters encapsulates the spirit of exploration and discovery.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeCONVERSATION CLUBBe a part of one of the best English speaking communities online. The Conversation Club is not only affordable, it is also high-effective and great fun. Speaking confidence and fluency comes with practice, so don't delay. Join us today: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/english-speaking-practice-in-the-conversation-club/Support the show

Subscriber-only episodeE235: 🎙️ Welcome, Plus Members, to the thrilling world of roller coasters! Join us as we dive into the exhilarating experiences, heart-pounding moments, and white-knuckle rides that come with exploring theme parks and fairgrounds.🎢 In this episode, join me, Anna, and my partner Nick, as we reminisce about our latest adventures, from the excitement of Legoland with our little ones to the adrenaline rush of Thorpe Park's intense rides. We share some fun memories and even delve into the science behind these gravity-defying attractions.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeCONVERSATION CLUBBe a part of one of the best English speaking communities online. The Conversation Club is not only affordable, it is also high-effective and great fun. Speaking confidence and fluency comes with practice, so don't delay. Join us today: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/english-speaking-practice-in-the-conversation-club/

E234: 🎙️ Dive into the world of English language learning with The English Like a Native Podcast, your go-to resource for intermediate to advanced learners. Join me, your host, Anna, as I welcome special guest Stephen from Simple English News Daily, also known as SEND7.🌍 In this episode, we delve into Stephen's journey from language learner to podcast host, exploring the origins of SEND7 and its unique approach to teaching English through daily news. We also discuss Stephen's experiences abroad, his transition from traditional education to podcasting, and the challenges of remaining neutral in news reporting.Click here to start expanding your English skills through daily news updates with Stephen on the SEND7 podcast.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribeSupport the show

E233: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, your host, Anna! Tune in to Week 23, Day 5 of Your English Five a Day, where we dive deep into expanding your active vocabulary with five pieces every working day. 🔥 In today's episode, we start by exploring the expression "in the firing line" before moving on to the adjective "dreadful". After that, we see two verbs, "emanate" and "seize". Last but not least, we take a look at the noun "commotion".⚖️ In our gripping story, follow the journey of a young lawyer facing the consequences of a grave mistake. Experience the tension of the courtroom, the emotions of desperation, and the triumph of redemption.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribe Support the show

E232: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast! I'm Anna, your host, and you're tuning in to Week 23, Day 4 of Your English Five a Day. This series is all about enriching your active vocabulary by exploring five linguistic treasures every weekday.🌟 Let's kick off today's journey with an idiom: "out of sorts". Next up, we have the verb "wane" and the adjective "disobedient". Then we delve into the verb "orchestrate" and lastly, we explore the noun "solace".🕺🏽 Let's put your memory to the test with a story! Imagine a mundane Monday transformed by a mysterious street performer in a bright yellow suit. His enchanting dance brings solace to the bustling city streets, captivating onlookers and momentarily lifting spirits. His impromptu performance orchestrates a magical moment in the midst of everyday chaos.⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribe Support the show

E231: 🎙️ Welcome to The English Like a Native Podcast with me, Anna! Dive into Week 23, Day 3 of Your English Five a Day, where I take you on a linguistic journey to expand your active vocabulary.💖 First on today's list, we learn the meaning of the adjective "unwavering". Next up, we discover the idiom "a labour of love" and the adjective "immense". After that, we delve into the verb "plague" and we finish off the list with the noun "spectrum".🧙🏽‍♀️ As always, we practise pronunciation of today's words and phrases, and do a quick memory test before we hear the enchanting story of Lily, a young witch determined to find a cure for an illness plaguing the wizarding world. Despite being surrounded by challenges, Lily embarks on a perilous journey to find Merlin's wand, believed to possess immense healing power. ⭐ ENGLlSH LIKE A NATIVE PLUS ⭐Join English Like A Native Plus - a membership allowing you to access the bonus episodes, plus a weekly email with the most recent podcasts' transcript. Become a Plus Member here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2038858/subscribe Support the show