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Hear You Go

Catherine Angus

Hear You Go is the English language conversation podcast for curious English learners. Join me, Catherine Angus, every two weeks to practice your listening with real conversations. From book reviews to interviews with other teachers, we cover advanced topics that make you think, reflect and feel connected to the language. Listen to the messy, fast way people communicate so you can speak better English. Website: https://www.englishwithcatherine.com/ Instagram: @catherineangus_hearyougo Amos the

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25:29

🧢 The Politics and Fashion of Hats 🎩 | Advanced...

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2025/02/11

Hats - Quaint Artifacts? Harmless Fashion Accessory? Political Statement? Ontario’s premier has a new baseball cap that makes a bold political statement—but it got me thinking about hats in general. When did they go out of fashion? Why were they once essential, and why do they still hold power today? In this Ideas in English listening practice (intermediate and advanced B2/C1 level) episode of Hear You Go, we’ll explore: ✔️ The history of hats—from climate necessity to religious and military

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The Great Passage: Lexicographers at Work | English...

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2025/01/28

How would you describe a dictionary?Have you ever thought about how dictionaries are made? Or who decides what goes in them? This week on Hear You Go, in an English listening practice Book Talk, episode 63, I’m diving into these questions, inspired by the Japanese novel I recently read called The Great Passage by Shion Miura. It’s a beautiful story about a quirky group of people working to create the ultimate dictionary—and it got me wondering about a slew of things, including this: are

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Wellness Fatigue: Is Being 'Well' Wearing Us Out? |...

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2025/01/14

Try saying that tongue-twister of a title out loud 3 times fast!!! Let’s kick off the year with an English pronunciation challenge 😂, and then take a deep dive into wellness—a word that might have you (like me) rolling your eyes, or perhaps you’re reaching for a $30 melatonin-infused chocolate. From the latest wellness trends to Instagram "healthfluencers," I'm sharing my frustration about the exhausting pursuit of being well in episode 62 of Hear You Go.For today’s English listening practice

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A Christmas ... Dog. | Book Talk for English...

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2024/12/17

It’s December 17th, and my home is filling up with of cookies, Christmas aromas, and eager anticipation of family coming home. In this special holiday episode, created for your Advanced English listening practice, you'll hear about a heartwarming Canadian short story—Carmichael’s Dog by David Adams Richards. Humour, nostalgia, a puppy, and a snowy New Brunswick Christmas set the stage for this comedy of errors about two brothers, community, and overcoming grief. Join me for excerpts, reflections,

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"Slow everything down, slow yourself down": Talking...

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2024/12/10

Slow down.Breathe. Pause. Reflect. Create a gap. React or respond? What do we do about the teacher's ego? About learners' anxieties? Episode 60 of Hear You Go covers a lot of ground as my special guest, Toronto-based English language teacher Danny McGee, joins me to discuss the importance and benefits of mindfulness for both teachers AND learners. It's tremendously difficult to summarize this exceptional conversation. Truly, it's gonna knock your socks off! So whether you teach English in a school

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What's on your playlist? | English Listening Practice

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2024/11/26

🎵 What is it about music? 🎶 Why does the music of our youth stay with us? In this English listening practice episode (E59) of Hear You Go, we’re turning up the volume to take a walk down memory lane and hear the playlist of my childhood—mostly English songs from artists like Kris Kristofferson and Bruce Springsteen that shaped my childhood, and probably influenced my bleeding heart. What is it about music that sparks these memories? You know that music is a fabulous mood booster, but it’s

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Reimagining ELT with Teacher Kay | Intermediate...

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2024/11/12

Reimagining ELT with Teacher Kay Honest Talk about Equity in English Language Teaching & Learning In today’s English language conversation, Teacher Kay of Sincerely Teaching joins me to discuss reimagining English Language Teaching (ELT) so that it's inclusive and just for English language teachers AND learners. Kay shares her journey into teaching English and unpacks the deep-rooted issues of native speakerism and racism within the industry. She helps us challenge dominant narratives in order

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26:49

Montreal: A Tapestry of Language, Culture, and...

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2024/10/29

Montreal: A Tapestry of Language, Culture, and HistoryIn today’s English listening episode (B2/C1 English), we explore one of my favourite Canadian cities. Montreal. This city, the largest in Quebec, is an extraordinary blend of history, language, and culture in North America. After a recent trip to Montreal, I asked if you’d like to learn more about it, and your answer was a resounding “yes!” So for your advanced English listening practice, we’ll take a dive into: Montreal’s roots, from the

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Tommy's Top Five: Stones, Spies, & Turkeys|...

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2024/10/15

In this intermediate English Conversation, Tamás "Tommy" Bradford joins me on Hear You Go podcast for part 1 of our two-part collaboration. We dive into his top English picks for books, films, and music that can help you explore and learn English independently. We have a chat about everything from Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy to Benjamin Zephaniah’s poetry. Tommy shares his insights on John le Carré’s spy novel and its film adaptation, perfect for advanced English learners intrigued by British

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27:03

Third Places - They Might Just Be the Answer |...

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2024/10/01

For today’s English listening practice, we'll explore "third places": what they are, why they’ve disappeared, and why we all need one. With modern life becoming more isolated and fast-paced, the absence of these social gathering spots, where we speak to each other in real life, is contributing to an epidemic of loneliness. But what exactly is a third place? Join me as I dive into its history and meaning, inspired by a thoughtful offline discussion with Brazilian English language teacher Bruna

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Literature Feeds our Brains, with Felicio Dias |...

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2024/09/17

I’m joined in today’s advanced English episode of Hear You Go, by Felicio Dias, a Brazilian English language teacher and language enthusiast. Felicio shares his passion for music, literature, and his interest in the diverse ways English is spoken across the world. Together, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion on how accents shape identity, the evolving nature of language, and the importance of embracing diverse voices in English. Red alert: Catherine checks her privilege and vows to approach

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27:37

It's Time to Revisit Accents | English Listening...

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2024/09/03

In this English listening practice episode of Hear You Go, we’ll explore "Come From Away," a musical that resonates deeply with me. After seeing it again recently, I was inspired to revisit the topic of English accents. Too often, we think of English has having only two accents: the UK accent or British accent (also called received pronunciation), and the American accent. But so many people around the world speak English, and they speak English with different accents and a multitude of gorgeous

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24:56

Hit Replay: The Power of Stories | Book talk

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2024/08/20

Ever wish you could redo an English conversation, say things differently, or finally remember that perfect word for your advanced English class? I know I do! Life might not allow for a reset button, but what if it did? For years, I dismissed video games as a waste of time, until I read Tomorrow, And Tomorrow, And Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. This novel changed my perspective, showing me how video games can be rich stories, and offer do-overs when real life can’t. For your English listening

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Ideas in English| How Daydreaming Helps You Progress...

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2024/08/06

🗞️ News flash: we're ALL daydreamers! 🎙️ In this episode, you might be surprised to learn that there's real power in daydreaming. It's not a waste of time. ✅ It can have an enormous impact on language learning and creativity, if used wisely. 🎧 Have a listen, and discover how letting your mind wander can help motivate you, solve problems, and spark new ideas. We'll explore the science behind daydreaming, its benefits, and how to harness it for personal growth. ⭐ There's hidden potential in your

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E50-- Life lessons with Agnes Rubinho: "We have to be...

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2024/07/23

Hey English learners and listeners!🎙️ This is it: episode 50 of Hear You Go podcast—"We have to be less afraid of judgment and more open to learning", Agnes Rubinho. ❣️Episode 50 marks the end of Season 2, and to close this fabulous season of podcasts, this episode offers you an amazing conversation with a Brazilian teacher, Agnes Rubinho. Teachers: did you know Agnes has written a book for freelance teachers? You’ll hear us discuss a few things from her book, and afterward, I know you'll want

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E49: Why bother listening to podcasts?

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2024/07/09

Why bother? I don’t often ask myself that question, but every once in a while, it crops up. Why bother making a podcast if I don’t get a thousand downloads? In today’s episode, number 49 🙌, I remind you of the value of listening to podcasts for language development, in addition to their psychological and social benefits. For example: learning new pronunciation, expressions and vocabulary getting exposure to different English accents and "messy" English improving active listening skills sharing

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E48: The Art of Conversation with Anastasia. We’ve...

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2024/06/25

Witness the art of conversation in action in today's episode of Hear You Go.The delightful Anastasia Sakarova, who you might know on Instagram as @heart_to_heart_english, joins me to share stories, teaching methods, and some thoughts about what makes a conversation a conversation. You'll hear her talk about her early love of English, how she learns new vocabulary so that she uses it, and how active listening is really a key ingredient to having meaningful conversations. This episode, while

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E47: Soak Up the Sun or Hide from It?

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2024/06/11

Are you a sun worshipper or a seeker of the shade?Me, I'm often found under a tree or an umbrella, never baking in the sun. I'm confused though because I recently read a news story that suggested I might need to get a bit more sun on my skin. How much to get is the million-dollar question! In this episode, we're going to try to understand the sometimes confusing messages we receive about sun exposure and health. The sun is often vilified for its role in causing skin cancer, yet new research

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E46 - Sound Advice: A Chat with Pronunciation with...

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2024/05/28

Pronunciation. 👏👏👏I am over the moon excited to bring you my conversation with pronunciation expert and fluency coach, Yasna Lártiga, who you might know as Pronunciation with Miss Oh. You'll hear about the challenges of teaching and learning pronunciation: from the importance of individual sounds to the frustrations of connected speech patterns, NOT rules! Yasna shares insights from her experience teaching English learners and overcoming her own pronunciation challenges: mindset matters! As does

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E45 – A Short Story about Tulips and a Royal Baby.

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2024/05/14

Tulips everywhere, in yellow, red, pink, white, orange, and even purple and black. They line the streets and the canal. They attract hundreds and hundreds of people to admire them and post their beauty on Instagram. Where? Right here, in Ottawa, Canada, every May. It’s the annual Tulip Festival, and it’s a sight to behold. The Tulip Festival in Ottawa has historical significance, and I’d like to share that with you today, to share some pride in my city and my country. We’ll take a brief look at

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