My name is Shana and I'm the host of the American English Podcast. Over the past 10 years, I’ve been fortunate to share my love of English in Brazil, Spain, …
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Along the way, you’ll learn 10 common American English expressions about travel, including to have itchy feet to get the travel bug to be on a tight budget a tourist trap off the beaten path Plus a bonus expression you’ll hear Americans use all the time: “not my cup of tea.”
29:471.2K views · 1w ago · 29:47
Need help following along? Read the transcript + vocabulary explanations while you listen! In this episode, we're diving into the dark and mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe, one of the most famous writers in the U.S.
35:543.9K views · 1mo ago · 35:54
Have you ever noticed how many of your best stories begin with, “The first time I...”? In today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend Elise to talk all about firsts—first jobs, first driving experiences, first adventures, and those moments when you try something completely new and have no idea what to expect.
28:232.2K views · 1mo ago · 28:23
Start improving your English today! Learn more about the Academy. What’s on your bucket list? In this episode, I sit down with my mom, Mara, to talk about some of the things she’d still love to do, see, and experience in her lifetime.
26:473.9K views · 2mo ago · 26:47
Guest: Dance Marathons
The other day, I was staring at my list of common Irregular Verbs, trying to think of a lesson I could create with 10 of them. Immediately, I saw some potential! Swing - Swung, Fling - Flung , Slide - Slid. Somehow the clump of words I selected led me to one of the most bizarre stories I’ve ever heard about U.S. culture and history: Dance Marathons of the 1930s. Imagine people dancing for days on end, even sleeping while dancing, for the chance to win some cash.
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The other day, I was staring at my list of common irregular verbs, trying to think of a lesson I could create with 10 of them. Immediately, I saw some potential! Swing - Swung, Slide - Slid, Broadcast - Broadcast. Somehow the clump of words I selected led me to one of the most bizarre stories I’ve ever heard about U.S. culture and history: Dance Marathons of the 1930s and 1940s.
32:272.5K views · 3mo ago · 32:27
Well, well, well. I never thought I’d make an entire episode about bugs and annoying things until Lucas was attacked by a swarm of yellow jackets this week! It got me thinking, why do we say something "bugs" us? In this episode, Lucas joins me to talk about the everyday things that annoy us. You’ll learn natural ways to say that something bothers you, including to bug someone, get on someone’s nerves, and drive someone crazy.
25:092.3K views · 3mo ago · 25:09
While watching soccer matches in Brazil, I quickly realized I had no idea how to comment on a game in Portuguese. There were so many moments when I wanted to yell at the TV along with everyone else, but I needed an entire Portuguese lesson just to keep up!
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In this episode of the American English Podcast, we explore the meaning and usage of the common English expression to see eye to eye. Along the way, you’ll learn vocabulary related to sight, wordplay, disagreement, and perspective—plus hear a classic (and slightly corny) dad joke.
27:5617K views · 9mo ago · 27:56
Tired of guessing which preposition to use? In this episode, I’m joined by my husband, Lucas, for another Preposition Party, a casual way to learn common verb + preposition combinations in American English. You’ll hear natural examples like look forward to, be good at, prefer ... over, listen to, and get rid of, along with gentle corrections to help these patterns stick.
27:426.3K views · 10mo ago · 27:42
Want to master irregular verbs through a real American story? In this episode, we dive into the story of Bonnie and Clyde, one of the most famous outlaw couples in U.S. history, while practicing common irregular past tense verbs.
18:415.3K views · 10mo ago · 18:41
Ever made a guess with almost no information? That’s a shot in the dark. In this episode, we break down the common English expression “a shot in the dark,” used when you take a guess or make an attempt without much information.
28:337.3K views · 11mo ago · 28:33
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. In other words, turn a bad situation into a good one! In this episode, you’ll hear how we turned a full hour of tears at the Orlando Airport into one of the most magical experiences of our lives.
7:231.3K views · 11mo ago · 7:23
Welcome to today’s lesson, where we’ll dive into 10 delicious desserts and sweets popular in the U.S.! From icy popsicles to colorful lollipops and decadent cupcakes , these words will make your English learning extra sweet. Perfect for food lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth!
28:078.8K views · 1y ago · 28:07
Ever get confused between “apply to” and “apply for”? Or wonder whether to say “argue about” or “argue over”? In today’s episode, we break down these common English combinations with quick, simple explanations and memorable examples. You’ll also learn the difference between “belong to” and “belong in.” By the end, you’ll feel more confident choosing the right phrase in everyday conversations.
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