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The Speak Confident English Podcast

Annemarie — Speak Confident English

Build your English confidence and speak fluently — even if you feel shy, stuck, or nervous right now. I"m Annemarie, the founder of Speak Confident English and an English fluency coach with 20+ years of experience. Every week, I share proven strategies to help you go from, "I understand English," to "I speak it clearly and confidently." With every episode, learn exactly what to say — and how to say it — so you can speak with calm clarity at work, in conversations, and in everyday life. 🎧 Free

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29:36

I'm Not Afraid to Speak English Anymore

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2026/09/30

After years of feeling nervous about speaking English in the United States, Mirtha can now say: "I'm not afraid anymore." In this month's Confident English Conversation, Mirtha and I talk about her experience moving to the US, overcoming shyness, and learning to enjoy speaking English. We also talk about running (including the marathon she ran by herself!!!), her love of poetry and books, and one of her favorite study guides from the Confident Women Community: moving from languishing to flourishing

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18:39

Speak English with Confident Authority: Assertive vs...

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2026/09/23

Want to speak English with confident authority without sounding more aggressive than you intended? In this episode, you'll hear how your words, tone, and the situation can change what your listener hears. We compare assertive and aggressive English in common work situations: setting a firm deadline, disagreeing, asking about a problem, giving feedback, and handling an interruption. You'll hear why direct English is sometimes exactly right, and how blame, criticism, or unnecessary pressure can change

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12:45

How to Organize Your Thoughts When Speaking English...

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2026/09/16

When someone asks what you think in English, do several ideas come to mind at once? You know you have something to say, but you don't know what to say first. In this episode, you'll learn how to organize your thoughts when speaking English so your main point is clear and you can avoid rambling. You'll learn how to decide what you want to do first, choose one idea to start with, and decide which details belong with that idea. You'll also learn why you don't need to organize every thought before you

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15:59

English Fluency: 3 Types of Speaking Practice You...

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2026/09/09

English fluency can feel easy in one conversation and difficult in another. You may answer simple questions easily, then lose your train of thought when you need to speak for several minutes. Or perhaps you speak clearly one-to-one, but struggle to join a fast-moving group discussion. Your English level did not suddenly change. The speaking situation changed. In this episode, you'll learn what English fluency really means and why different speaking situations require different skills. We'll look at

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17:28

Should You Stop Saying "Very" in English? No. Here's...

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2026/09/02

You've probably heard this advice: stop saying very in English. Use stronger words instead. In this episode, I'll tell you why the answer is no. Words like very, really, so, and super are called intensifiers. They make an idea stronger, and native speakers use them every day. So let's talk about how these words are different from words like exhausted, hectic, and furious. Plus, how to choose the word that says what you mean, and how "not very" can make a negative comment softer. Full written

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24:30

English Confidence Is a Choice | A Real English...

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2026/08/26

Is confidence in English something you have or something you choose? In this real English conversation, my guest Anna and I talk about the myths vs reality of confidence in speaking another language. Anna and I are both strong introverts, so we also talk about how personality shapes the way we speak, plus... We chat about the book Happy Mind, Happy Life by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, which Anna recommended for our Confident Women Community Book Club; my decision to leave social media (thanks to the book

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11:15

Build Social Fluency in English Through Authentic...

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2026/08/19

A coworker says, "I'm already on my third cup of coffee, and it's not even ten." You understand every word. But what do you say next? That small moment is an invitation, and knowing what to do with it is the start of social fluency in English: the ability to join the everyday conversations that help people get to know you, and help you get to know them. In this lesson, you'll learn how to recognize when someone is opening the door to small talk, a simple way to respond (show you heard them, then ask

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13:06

How to Tell a Story in English: 3 Past Tenses for...

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2026/08/12

You know what happened. You remember every detail. But when you tell a story in English, it can be hard to show when each thing happened. In this lesson, you'll learn how to use 3 past tenses to tell one clear story. The past simple tells your listener what happened next. The past continuous shows what was happening when something else happened. And the past perfect explains what had happened earlier, like the phone you forgot to charge the night before. At the end, you'll practice with a short

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13:23

How to Have Deeper Conversations in English: Ask...

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2026/08/05

Think of someone you'd like to know better. Maybe a neighbor, or another parent at your child's school. You've talked a few times, but the conversation never goes past simple facts. In this lesson, you'll learn how to ask better questions in English so your conversations can go deeper. You'll learn how to listen for one detail and use it to form your next question. You'll learn what makes a question better when you want to know someone. You'll also get phrases like "I remember you said..." to return

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23:11

From Feeling Stressed to Enjoying English | A Real...

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2026/07/29

Do you feel stressed in English conversations? Do you prepare everything you want to say before you speak, and still worry about mistakes? My guest this month did that for years. Today she enjoys her conversations in English. In this real English conversation, she shares the simple mindset shift that helped her: communication over perfection. My guest is Chih-shian. I've known her for almost 4 years, since she joined my Confident Women Community in the summer of 2022. She's from Taiwan and works in

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18:44

16 Phrasal Verbs for Relationships: Every Stage in...

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2026/07/22

How many times have you told the story of how you met someone you love? In this lesson, you'll learn 16 phrasal verbs for relationships in English, so you can tell that story naturally, from the first meeting to your life now. You'll learn how to describe the moment you met, with run into, strike up, and set someone up. You'll hear the difference between fall for and grow on, including the grammar change that surprises people. And you'll get the phrasal verbs for the harder chapters too: get

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14:35

Use "For Now" to Explain Complicated Situations in...

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2026/07/15

Two little words help you explain a complicated situation in English: for now. In this episode, you'll learn how to say what is true right now, without telling the whole story. You'll hear the difference between "for now" and "for the time being," and when each one sounds natural. You'll learn how to use "for the moment" for a current feeling or decision. And you'll get the professional phrase "at this time," so you can name a limitation at work without giving extra details. At the end, there's a

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16:36

Describe Winter and Summer in English: Beyond Hot and...

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2026/07/08

Cold isn't just cold. Sometimes it feels crisp and fresh, and sometimes it feels bitter and painful. In this lesson, you'll learn how to describe winter and summer in English with 24 specific words, so you can say what each season really looks like and feels like, at its best and at its worst. You'll learn words like blanketed, frosty, and bracing for winter, and lush, balmy, and sweltering for summer. You'll hear why crisp does not feel the same as bitter, and why balmy does not feel the same as

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18:20

Why You Should Talk About the Weather in English...

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2026/07/01

Talking about the weather in English can seem boring and pointless, right? But what if it's actually one of the easiest ways to feel more joy and connection in your day? In this episode, you'll learn what common weather phrases really mean, even when the words are simple and the meaning is not. You'll hear what to say when someone asks, "Cold enough for you?" or complains, "I'm so over this rain." You'll also learn why some weather comments are little jokes that mean the opposite, and how to

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20:13

A Real English Conversation about Speaking Up with Sima

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2026/06/24

What does English confidence really sound like? In this first episode of Confident English Conversations, I sit down with Sima, a member of my Confident Women Community since January 2024. Sima is from India and has lived in California for 19 years. In our conversation, she shares what has helped her feel more calm and confident when she speaks English — especially through regular practice with other women in a safe, friendly space. We talk about life in California, helicopter parenting, and one

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17:14

How to Talk About the Past in English: Share Your...

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2026/06/17

Do you want to talk about your past in English? There are three easy ways to do it: used to, would, and the past simple. Each one is a little different. This lesson shows you when to use each one. "Used to" tells people that something has changed. "Would" brings an old routine back to life. And the past simple, with words like always and every summer, tells the simple facts. I'll also show you the most common mistake people make with "would." At the end, I share four things that make a memory feel

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18:42

How to Talk About Feelings in English: Belonging,...

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2026/06/10

There's a feeling that says, "Yes, this is my place. These are my people." And there's the opposite, when everyone is kind to you but you're still standing on the outside of the conversation. This lesson is about how to talk about feelings like these in English: belonging, trust, connection, and what it's like to be left out. Here's what you'll learn: You'll get the phrases English speakers use to welcome someone in, like to make room at the table and to bring someone in. You'll learn the

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15:13

At the Grocery Store in English: Phrases You'll...

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2026/06/03

The grocery store is one of the first places you have to speak when you live in or travel to an English-speaking country, and it can feel stressful. This lesson gives you the real phrases people actually use at the grocery store in English, from making your list to asking for help to checking out. You'll learn natural ways to talk about what you're running low on and need to stock up on, how to ask someone to grab or pick up a few things, the casual phrases for inside the store (it's packed, it's

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16:35

How to Interrupt Politely in English | In-Person &...

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2026/05/20

You're on a call. The conversation is moving, you only have 40 minutes, and you need to say so without sounding rude. Or someone is sharing a long story and you have a question that can't wait. Learning how to interrupt politely in English changes how comfortable you feel in those moments, at work, in meetings, and in everyday conversations. In this episode, you'll get: 5 tips for stepping into a conversation without sounding rude, including timing, tone, body language, and a cultural note that

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20:23

Handle Interruptions in English — The Best Ways to...

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2026/05/13

Have you ever been interrupted in English and frozen, lost your thought, or felt like you couldn't get your turn back? Knowing what to say when someone interrupts you in English depends entirely on what kind of interruption is happening. In this episode, you'll get five specific responses matched to five different situations. Some interruptions are collaborative and show active listening. Some are confused and need clarification. And some are blatant attempts to talk over you. Each one calls for a

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