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Jackie Teaches English

Jackie Teaches English

Learn English with Jackie, an experienced and certified English teacher. Episodes are designed to help upper intermediate to advanced (B2-C1) English learners improve their listening skills and become more fluent. Each week, you will improve your knowledge of idioms and vocabulary whilst also learning about the culture, history, society and trending topics of the English-speaking world. You can find bonus material and transcripts by going to jackieteachesenglish.com.

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00:15:12

23- Shakespeare: Life & Legacy

Jackie Teaches English ·

2025/11/15

To be or not to be, that is the question! In this episode, we explore William Shakespeare's life and legacy and I give you my top tips to enjoying Shakespeare as an English learner... all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this upper intermediate to advanced English podcast! You can access the annotated transcript for this episode by visiting jackieteachesenglish.com

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00:15:07

22- Trick or Treat! - The Origins of Halloween

Jackie Teaches English ·

2025/10/30

It's that spooky time of year- are you ready for Halloween? In this episode, we explore the origins and traditions of this fun holiday all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this upper-intermediate English podcast!You can access the annotated transcript for this episode by visiting jackieteachesenglish.com

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00:12:48

21- Spill the Tea!

Jackie Teaches English ·

2025/10/11

Why do the British love tea so much? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history of this hot beverage and learn how it became the nation's drink all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this upper-intermediate English podcast!

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00:13:06

20- Why Do We Have Accents

Jackie Teaches English ·

2025/02/18

How do we form our accent and can we change it? In this episode, we dive into what makes our accents so unique all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this upper-intermediate English podcast!

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00:09:43

19- The Rise of the Kidult

Jackie Teaches English ·

2025/01/30

We are keeping the January blues away with talk of fun and games! Listen and discover kidults, adults who enjoy indulging their inner child, all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this upper-intermediate English podcast!

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00:07:19

18- The Lucky Pea: A New Year's Tradition

Jackie Teaches English ·

2025/01/11

Why do many Americans eat black-eyed peas for good luck at New Year's? Listen and discover more about the origins of this tasty tradition all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:13:12

17- Guy Fawkes Night

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/11/14

Do you know the history behind this fun English holiday? Listen and discover more about the devious origins of Guy Fawkes Night (also known as Bonfire Night) all while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this intermediate English podcast.

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00:10:19

16- Things To Love About Fall

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/09/26

Now that summer is over, are you ready for autumn? In this episode, we are discussing all of the positive things about this beautiful season! Learn useful vocabulary and idioms all while improving your listening skills in this intermediate-advanced English language podcast.

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00:08:35

15- Beavers in London

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/09/18

Could humans and beavers live alongside each other again in the future? Wildlife experts think so! In this episode, we are discussing an exciting and positive nature news story. Listen and learn useful vocabulary and idioms all while improving your listening skills in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:09:06

14- The Bilingual Brain

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/08/27

You speak more than one language but have you ever considered what makes your brain so great? In this episode, we are discussing the benefits of a bilingual brain and why learning another language is so good for you! Listen and learn useful vocabulary and idioms all while improving your listening skills in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:08:29

13- How Do You Like Your Eggs?

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/08/01

Do you get anxious when ordering food in an English-speaking country? In this episode, we are discussing breakfast and all of the different ways you can order eggs! Listen and learn useful terminology so that you can speak to waiters like a pro all while improving your listening skills and vocabulary in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:12:08

12- Places to Visit: Austin, Texas

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/07/03

Have you ever visited Austin, Texas? In this episode, we are discussing my beautiful home town and what makes it unique! Listen and learn about the history and attractions of this iconic city all while improving your listening skills and vocabulary in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:07:24

11- Digital Detox Cafés

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/05/24

Do you sometimes hate always feeling the need to have your phone on you? In this episode, we are discussing a new type of café experience: one without technology! Listen and learn about a few different cafés providing a digital detox all while improving your listening skills and vocabulary in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:09:58

10- London Bridge: A short history!

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/05/10

Ever wonder about the story behind the lullaby "London Bridge Is Falling Down?" Travel back in time and discover the fascinating history about this London landmark, all while improving your English vocabulary and listening skills in this upper-intermediate to advanced English podcast!Join me at ⁠www.jackieteachesenglish.com⁠ for transcripts, bonus activities and more!

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00:10:14

9- J.R.R. Tolkien Part II

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/05/03

Who was the man behind the books The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings? Find out about Tolkien's academic career and his literary success in this second part of his biography, while improving your listening skills and vocabulary in this upper-intermediate to advanced English podcast! Join me at ⁠www.jackieteachesenglish.com⁠ for transcripts, bonus activities and more!

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00:14:38

8- J.R.R. Tolkien- Part I

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/04/25

Who was the man behind the books The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings? Find out about Tolkien's fascinating and tragic early life in the first part of this biography, while improving your listening skills and vocabulary in this upper-intermediate to advanced English podcast! Join me at ⁠www.jackieteachesenglish.com⁠ for transcripts, bonus activities and more!

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00:11:26

7- Healthcare in the USA

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/04/18

What happens if you get sick or injured in the United States? Hint- try not to! Listen and find out some key facts about American healthcare while improving your vocabulary in this upper-intermediate to advanced English podcast!

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00:14:03

6- The Five Love Languages

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/04/11

Do you and your partner or friends speak the same love language? How can you create more meaningful relationships with the people you care about? Find out all about the five love languages, invented by Gary Chapman all while learning new vocabulary and phrases in this intermediate English podcast. Join me at www.jackieteachesenglish.com for transcripts, bonus activities and more!

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00:11:04

5- April Fools!

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/04/03

Why do we like to trick people in April? Is it all a bit foolish? Learn about the origins of this odd holiday and the top pranks of 2024 while improving your vocabulary in this intermediate English podcast!

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00:10:10

4- Early Birds and Night Owls

Jackie Teaches English ·

2024/03/07

Is it better to be an early bird or a night owl? How do our sleep patterns affect our health? Find out the science behind our sleep while learning new vocabulary and idioms in this intermediate English podcast!

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