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Find Someone Who

When 2 nerdy language students become nerdy English teachers, they have stories and tips! Listen to us discuss our struggles, lessons and triumphs as we share our experiences and tips on how to improve English skills. Be ready to hear funny, honest and interesting perspectives on students, other teachers and what works & what doesn"t. Connect with us if our banter resonates with you! Powered by Firstory Hosting

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48:08

S2E15 Expert Interview: AI in Education 專家訪談：人工智慧與教育的未來

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2025/12/15

This is a content-rich episode with lots of ideas, examples, and big concepts. We highly recommend using the transcript if you find it challenging to catch everything—especially if English is not your first language. 這是一集資訊量很高、概念也比較密集的內容，如果你覺得一次聽不太懂，強烈建議搭配逐字稿一起使用。不論你是語言學習者、教育工作者，或對 AI 感到好奇，這一集都能帶給你清楚、實用又平衡的視角。 In this episode, Annie and Lilah sit down with AVA, an AI expert, to explore how artificial intelligence can support language learners in practical, meaningful ways. We talk about how

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36:55

S2E14 — Euphemisms: Saying It… Without Really Saying...

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2025/12/08

In this episode, Annie and Lilah dive into the wonderfully creative world of euphemisms — those soft, gentle, indirect expressions we use when the real words feel too awkward, too harsh, or just a little too much. From talking about sex, death, aging, appearance, intelligence, difficult personalities, unemployment, breaking up, and even profanity, we explore how English speakers “smooth the edges” of uncomfortable topics. Why do people say someone “passed away” instead of “died”? Why is “letting

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57:02

🇨🇦 S2E13 Canadian Workplace Culture 加拿大職場文化

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2025/12/01

Thought you’re about to get a serious lecture on Canadian workplace culture? Think again! In classic FSW style, we bring you a quirky mix of real talk, weird stories, and unexpectedly practical tips about communication, respect, workplace style, and even body hair. Don’t worry — you’ll still walk away with surprisingly useful insights about Canadian workplace culture. Whether you’re new to Canada or simply curious about cultural differences at work, this episode is packed with useful insights,

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40:52

S2E12 — Story Time: featuring Kidsbooksholic’s Peggy...

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2025/11/24

In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Peggy, the creator behind Kidsbooksholic, a Taiwan-based podcast and social channel dedicated to helping parents read English picture books with their children. Through her platform, Peggy hopes to strengthen parent-child bonds, spark curiosity, and nurture a lifelong love of reading. Peggy opens up about her own English learning journey and how these experiences inspired her mission to make English books more accessible and enjoyable for families in

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40:57

S2E11 Is Grammar Important? 文法真的重要嗎？

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2025/11/18

Grammar: the hero we love to hate. Episode Extras 節目加碼資源 https://forms.gle/34Hi5x8knizeGz4W8 👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast — and share this episode with a friend. 別忘了追蹤、評分並留下評論！也分享給朋友。 Follow us 追蹤我們 Instagram Threads Email us 私訊給我們: thefindsomeonewhopodcast@gmail.com Share your thoughts 告訴我們你對這集的看法: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm7jif0jd000201xa0hhh5f4d/comments In this episode, Annie and Lilah finally ask the big question: Is grammar actually important? Spoiler:

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46:03

🇨🇦 S2E10 – O Canada: What Makes Canadians So…...

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2025/11/11

What is it that makes Canadians, well, Canadian? 🍁 In this fun, funny, and surprisingly informative episode, the hosts dive into the quirks and charms of Canadian identity — from the way we sound, to what we eat, to the beasts and bills that represent us. You’ll hear about: 🎙️ Pronunciation quirks – Why “about” doesn’t sound like “aboot” (well, not always) 🥞 Food favorites – From poutine to ketchup chips, what’s truly Canadian? 🦫 Animal icons – Beavers, moose, and goose — goofy-looking but

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35:48

S2E9: EMI Part 2 – Assessments and Feedback...

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2025/11/04

In this follow-up to our discussion on English-Medium Instruction (EMI), we turn our attention to how teachers can design fair and effective assessments—and give meaningful feedback that helps students truly learn. Assessing students in an EMI context isn’t just about testing knowledge; it’s about supporting learners as they navigate both content and language challenges. In this episode, we talk about how to scaffold and stagger assessments, use balanced rubrics that separate content mastery from

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49:50

S2E8: What Happens in an All-English Class (Part 1)...

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2025/10/27

In response to a thoughtful question from a listener in Taiwan, Annie and Lilah open up about how they teach in an English-only environment. In this first part, they share their teaching philosophy, how they plan lessons, and how they make sure every class includes brainstorming, discussion, and all four language skills. They also talk about how they set up groups, design holistic lessons, and what project-based learning looks like in real classrooms. 🎧 Tune in to hear what goes on behind the

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45:13

S2E7: Note-taking Skills 筆記技巧

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2025/10/20

How do you take notes effectively — especially if no one ever taught you how? In this episode, Annie and Lilah share their personal journeys with note-taking. They talk about common challenges students face in class and offer practical tips and strategies to make note-taking easier and more meaningful. Don’t miss this week’s supplementary materials — they’re packed with value! You’ll find: 📘 Different note-taking models (when to use them and their pros & cons) ✏️ Common note-taking symbols

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44:59

S2E6 Q&A Special 問答特別篇

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2025/10/13

“What would you be if you weren’t an English teacher?” “What are your pet peeves?” 「如果你不是英文老師，你會做什麼？」「你的職場地雷是什麼？」 In this candid conversation, Annie and Lilah open up about the joys and frustrations of the classroom — from their favourite thing to teach to how they’ve stayed motivated after so many years of teaching. 在這場真誠又充滿笑聲的對話中，Annie 和 Lilah 暢談教學的喜與苦——從她們最喜歡教的內容，到多年來如何保持教學熱情。 They also share whether they’ve ever hated a student, how they keep a smile on day after day, and what they’d be doing

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49:14

S2E5 – Homestay: The Good, The Bad, and The...

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2025/10/06

Living with a homestay family can be one of the most memorable parts of studying abroad—but also one of the most challenging! In this episode, we take a closer look at what really happens behind the scenes of homestay life. 住在寄宿家庭裡，可能是留學生活中最特別、也最具挑戰性的一部分！在這一集中，我們深入聊聊寄宿生活的真實樣貌——那些教科書上不會提到的細節。 We talk about: 我們討論了： 2:11 🏠 The vetting process – How host families are selected 寄宿家庭的審核流程 —— 如何挑選合適的家庭可參考BCCIE (British Columbia Council of International Education) 的網頁 7:55 Expectations vs. reality –

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S2E4: Expert Interview 專家訪談-- Small Steps, Big...

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2025/09/29

Learning English can feel hard at first, but every step counts! In this episode, we share expert tips for lower-level learners on how to set small goals, stay motivated, and make daily English practice part of your life. You’ll learn how to improve your listening, speaking, and pronunciation — and most importantly, how to celebrate effort, not perfection. 剛開始學英語時可能會覺得很困難，但每一步都很重要！在這一集中，我們分享專家給初階學習者的建議：如何設定小目標、保持動力，並把英語練習融入每天的生活。你會學到提升聽力、口說和發音的方法，更重要的是，學會「慶祝努力，而不是追求完美」。 ✨ Episode Extras 節目加碼資源 📂

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37:17

S2E3 To Tip or Not to Tip? The Culture of Gratuity in...

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2025/09/22

Have you ever stared at the payment machine and panicked — “Do I press 10%? 15%? 20%+? Or… no tip??” 🤯 你是否曾經在結帳機前猶豫不決 ——「我要按 10%？15%？20%+？還是……不給小費？？😅」 In this episode, Annie and Lilah dive into the world of tipping culture in North America. We unpack the vocabulary you need, share our own awkward (and funny) tipping stories, and debate the big question: Is tipping fair, or should it disappear altogether? 在這一集裡，Annie 和 Lilah 要帶你深入北美的小費文化。我們會介紹實用的關鍵單字、分享親身經歷中那些尷尬又有趣的故事，並且討論一個大哉問：小費制度到底公平嗎？還是該被淘汰？

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27:59

S2E2: What We Did Last Summer 我們去年夏天做了什麼

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2025/09/15

Think grammar is just boring rules and memorization? Think again. In this episode, we dive into English verb tenses through a simple conversation about what we did last summer—showing how grammar naturally lives in everyday interactions. 覺得文法只是枯燥乏味的規則和死背嗎？再想想吧！在這一集中，我們透過一段關於去年夏天活動的對話，帶你輕鬆掌握英語動詞時態，並展示文法其實就存在於日常交流中。 You’ll see how learning grammar can be fun, practical, and approachable—and how to use tenses to tell your own stories with confidence

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44:00

S2E1 – Mastering Small Talk

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2025/09/08

Small talk is more than just “chit-chat” — it’s how connections begin. In this episode, we draw on findings from two research studies to define what small talk really means, explain why it’s important to master small talk, explore its structure and function, and share the biggest challenges English learners face (plus practical strategies to overcome them). Small talk 不只是「閒聊」——它其實是建立人際連結的起點。在這一集裡，我們結合兩項研究的發現，解釋 small talk 的真正含義，解釋掌握 Small Talk 的重要性，探討它的結構與功能，並分享英語學習者最常遇到的挑戰（還有實用策略幫助你突破！）。 👉 Click

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42:36

EP 27 – Profanity 髒話 (Season Finale 第一季最終集)

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2025/08/25

Profanity is powerful, emotional, and cultural. Whether you use it or avoid it, knowing how it works gives you insight into language and human connection. 髒話具有強大的力量、情感色彩與文化意涵。無論你選擇使用或避免，理解它們的運作方式，都能幫助你更深入地了解語言與人際互動。 0:00 – 4:00: Disclaimer 前言提醒：這一集的主題是「髒話」。並不是每個人都能接受這類語言。請依個人情況斟酌 From there, Lilah and Annie explore profanity from many angles.接下來，Lilah 和 Annie 從不同角度探討「髒話」： 4:10 – 14:40 – Common swear words in English 英語中常見的髒話 14:40 – 16:40 – Swearing as pain relief (The Guardian, 2009)

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42:51

EP 26 – Social Visibility 社交能見度

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2025/08/18

Some people call JD a social butterfly — always smiling, saying hi, and making connections everywhere he went. Those small interactions opened doors: from volunteer roles to co-op work, then to a campus job… and eventually to a career in marketing and web development. 有些人稱 JD 為社交達人 —— 總是面帶微笑，熱情打招呼，和身邊的人建立連結。這些看似微小的互動，卻為他打開了大門：從志工工作，到合作教育（Co-op），再到校園有薪職位……最後走向行銷與網頁開發的職涯。 Research shows that social visibility makes us seem more competent and trustworthy — people remember those they notice. JD’s

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38:06

EP25 – Aging Gracefully: Beauty, Bias & Becoming...

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2025/08/11

公告 / Announcements 1️. Lilah is on her way to Taiwan with all your wonderful suggestions—thank you, everyone! Lilah 即將帶著大家的精彩建議啟程前往台灣——感謝所有提供想法的朋友！ 2. Happy Birthday, Lilah! You’re truly aging gracefully and beautifully. 🎉 生日快樂，Lilah！妳正以優雅與美麗迎接歲月的到來。🎉 In this episode, Annie and Lilah speak candidly about aging—from the biological changes we experience, to the physical realities, and the societal, cultural, and linguistic layers that shape how we see growing older. From global beauty standards

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EP 24 During a Presentation — What to Do Once You’re...

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2025/08/04

We’re keeping this episode to just 15 minutes! Why? Because in last week’s episode, we learned that the average adult attention span for listening is around 10–15 minutes. So we’re trying it out! 這集節目只有 15 分鐘唷！為什麼呢？因為我們在上一集聊到：大人的聽力注意力通常只能維持大約 10 到 15 分鐘。所以我們這次來實驗看看短一點的節目形式。 💬 Let us know your thoughts on Instagram or by email. Your feedback helps shape the show. 你喜歡這樣的長度嗎？希望我們繼續這種「精簡版」？還是更喜歡之前比較長的內容？歡迎留言告訴我們，你的意見會幫助我們讓節目更好！ You’ve done the prep. The slides are ready. Your notes are in hand. Now

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32:38

EP 23: Preparing for Presentation—From Panic to...

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2025/07/28

Whether you're giving a class presentation, work update, or community talk, just thinking about public speaking can make your palms sweat. (You're not alone—it's one of the top three fears in the world!) 不論是上課報告、工作簡報，還是社區分享，光是想到要公開發表，很多人就會緊張得手心冒汗。（你不是孤單一人——公開演講可是全球前三大恐懼之一！） In this episode of Find Someone Who, we dig into why presentations feel so scary and what you can actually do to prepare, feel more confident, and deliver your message clearly. We kick things off with some fun facts—like how

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