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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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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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17:32

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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45:43

EP 22: From Needing Help to Giving Help 從被幫助到成為幫助者

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2025/07/21

In this heartwarming episode, Annie and Lilah sit down with a former ESL student who’s come full circle—from struggling to navigate the college system as a newcomer to now working as a student assistant in Student Services. 在這集溫馨感人的節目中，Annie 和 Lilah 訪問了一位前 ESL 學生。她曾經是剛進入學院環境、語言不通的新生，如今憑著自己的努力與主動，成功擔任學生助理，幫助其他像她一樣的學生適應校園生活。 Karine shares how she overcame language barriers, built confidence, and took the initiative to seek opportunities—all of which led her to a meaningful role helping other students

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43:36

EP21: Language and Identity 語言與身份認同

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2025/07/15

Are you the same person in every language you speak? 你在每一種語言中，都是同一個「你」嗎？ In this episode of Find Someone Who, Annie and Lilah dive into the deep and personal topic of language and identity. They reflect on how the languages we speak shape the way we express ourselves—and even who we are. From switching between English and their mother tongues, to navigating how accents, vocabulary, and cultural norms impact their personalities, the hosts explore the idea that we sometimes become different

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31:03

EP 20: Parental Anxiety 父母的焦慮

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2025/07/07

Pregnancy kicks off a whirlwind of “What‑ifs,” and in this warm, candid episode Annie and Lilah unpack the anxieties that come with motherhood—from the very first ultrasound to those epic teenage mood swings. They share their own funny (and sometimes frantic!) pregnancy rituals—playing Mozart for “super‑brain” development, devouring every “How‑To” parenting book in sight, and assembling the perfect diaper bag. 從懷孕的那一刻開始，「如果……怎麼辦？」的念頭就源源不絕。在這一集溫暖又坦率的對話中，Annie 和 Lilah

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34:14

EP19: Decisions on last names, having babies, and...

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2025/07/01

* Spoil alert: Lilah’s going to Taiwan for 2 weeks in August and we need your help! Send her your suggestions on where to go, what to eat, and what to buy! DM us on Instagram or email us at thefindsomeonewhopodcast@gmail.com before August 8th ! 劇透警告：Lilah 八月要去台灣兩週，我們需要你的幫忙！快把你的推薦告訴她：有哪些地方必去、有哪些美食不能錯過、還有什麼值得買的！請在 8 月 8 日前私訊我們的 IG，或寄信到 thefindsomeonewhopodcast@gmail.com！ In this juicy episode of Find Someone Who, Annie and Lilah are keeping it real (and a little nostalgic). They kick things off

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32:03

EP 18: Asian English Teachers — The Unspoken...

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2025/06/23

In this candid and thought-provoking episode, Annie and Lilah dive into their personal journeys as Asian English teachers navigating two very different landscapes: Taiwan and Vancouver. They open up about the subtle—yet persistent—forms of discrimination they’ve faced from both employers and fellow instructors, as well as being mistaken for less qualified. 在這一集真誠又發人深省的對談中，Annie 和 Lilah 分享了她們作為亞洲英文老師，在台灣與溫哥華兩地找工作的親身經歷。她們坦率談論從雇主與同事那裡感受到的微妙歧視，以及被質疑專業能力。 But it’s not all challenges. The hosts also

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36:35

EP17 Interviews in English: How to Prepare, Perform,...

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2025/06/16

In this episode of Find Someone Who, Annie and Lilah dive into the highs, lows, and must-dos of job interviews in English—whether you’re applying in Canada or elsewhere. 在本集 Find Someone Who 節目中，Annie 和 Lilah 深入探討用英文參加工作面試的種種挑戰與技巧——無論你是在加拿大找工作，還是計劃在其他國家求職，都適用！ This episode is packed with real talk, smart strategies, and just enough banter to keep things fun. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned professional, you’ll walk away with actionable tips to help you crush your next interview in English

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38:09

EP16: Find Someone Who Moved to China Without...

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2025/06/09

What happens when a teenager from Ghana moves to China without speaking any Chinese — and ends up earning two degrees, launching multiple businesses, and becoming a YouTube star? 🤯 Meet FelThommy, the multi-talented creator behind the viral videos where he explores China and stuns locals with his fluent Mandarin! 🇨🇳✨🇬🇭 你能想像嗎？一位來自迦納的年輕人，高中一畢業就隻身前往中國，當時一句中文都不會，幾年後卻不但拿到了兩所中國大學的學位，還創立了自己的事業，經營 YouTube 頻道，在中國各地旅行、用流利的中文驚艷路人！🇬🇭✨🇨🇳 這位神人就是——FelThommy！ In this inspiring and laughter-filled episode,

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47:59

🎙️ EP 15: Q & A with Annie & Lilah — English Tests,...

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2025/06/03

In this lively and laughter-filled episode, Annie and Lilah dive into your most burning questions! 本集節目超精彩！Annie 和 Lilah 回答了三個來自聽眾的提問，話題從正經到爆笑，保證讓你聽得津津有味～🎧 5:55 - 13:50 They kick things off by breaking down the real deal behind English proficiency test requirements — what you actually need to know. Then, it’s storytime as the co-hosts share juicy tidbits from their past jobs. 首先，她們詳細解說了英語能力測驗的申請要求，幫你釐清什麼才是真正需要知道的重點。 13:50 - 38:40 Then, it’s storytime as the co-hosts share juicy tidbits from their

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33:16

EP 14 Annie's Holistic Approach to Improving English...

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2025/05/26

Are you cramming 100 vocab words a day? Obsessing over grammar drills? Posting random writing on Threads? 🧠✍️ Annie’s here to tell you—there’s a better way. 你每天死背 100 個單字？鑽研某個文法點？隨機在 Threads 上寫作練習？🧠✍️ Annie 想告訴你——其實有更有效的方法！ In this episode, Annie shares how she ditched the piecemeal tactics and took a holistic, strategic approach to prepare for the TOEFL—just like training for a marathon. 🏃‍♀️💪 It’s all about planning, discipline, execution, and determination. 在這一集中，Annie 分享了她準備 TOEFL

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30:48

EP 13 Test Preparation Strategies 🎙️考試準備策略 PART ONE

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2025/05/19

🎧 In this episode 本集重點：0:00–8:35 – We thank our listeners and share your awesome feedback 🙌感謝聽眾的支持與留言回饋 🙌 vjvivian & garrett_and_weiling8:36–9:55 – A new idea: a series on how to improve each English skill + YouTube support – tell us what you think!新企劃提案：英語技能系列＋YouTube 補充影片，邀請你提供想法！9:56–17:00 – Annie’s TOEFL prep story: her motivation, and how reading Kafka helped (or didn’t)Annie當年為何開始準備考托福的心路歷程，以及閱讀卡夫卡是否有幫助？17:01–19:18 – How public libraries support language learning (YouTube

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49:54

EP 12 Teacher's Secrets 老師的真心話大冒險

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2025/05/12

What do teachers really think? 老師的真心話，你聽過嗎？ Are we as organized as we look? What happens when nature calls mid-lesson—or when a wardrobe malfunction strikes? In this episode, we get honest about life behind the teacher’s desk. 我們真的像表面那麼有條不紊嗎？課堂中忍不住上廁所怎麼辦？穿幫事件又該如何收場？ We talk: 這集，我們聊聊老師的真心話： 0:47 -- Group work hacks & student evaluations 小組活動安排以及學生評鑑 18:27 -- Embarrassing classroom moments 尷尬時刻大公開 25:19 -- Student names we’ll never forget 印象深刻的學生名字 32:23 -- Things we wish we could say

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42:54

S1 E11 Tips for Speaking Better English

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2025/05/05

🎙️ Unlocking the Science of Speech + Tips You’ll Actually Use 🎙️ 解鎖語言科學 + 真正有用的實用技巧 Why is it so hard to find the right words when you need them most? And why does your brain sometimes freeze mid-sentence—especially when someone’s watching? 你是否曾在最需要說話的時候，卻怎麼也找不到合適的詞？又或者，當你講到一半時大腦突然當機——尤其是在有人注視你的時候？ In this episode, we unpack the brain science behind language learning to explore second language acquisition . Learn how memory, muscle coordination, and social psychology all play a role in how we

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41:59

S1E10 Why does English Speaking Feel so Hard?

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2025/04/29

Why is speaking English such a challenge, even after years of study? In this episode, we dive into the hidden reasons behind the struggle: from huge class sizes (hello, invisible students 👀) to cultural values that make standing out feel... wrong. We’ll also talk about shyness, lack of practice, fear of judgment, and how learning disabilities like dyslexia can play a role. 學了這麼多年英文，為什麼一開口還是這麼難？在這集裡，我們一起探討背後的各種原因：從大型班級（老師根本記不得你🙈) 到文化中強調謙虛的影響。也會聊聊害羞的個性、練習機會太少、自信心不足、害怕被批評，甚至是像閱讀障礙（dyslexia）這樣的學習困難。

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46:31

S1E9 How to Maximize Your Learning

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2025/04/22

Learning is like driving a car—you’ve gotta take the wheel! 🚗💡 學習就像開車——你得自己掌握方向盤！🚗💡 In this episode, we talk about how to actively steer your learning journey. From academic advisors to office hours, feedback, and self-awareness, we’ve got tips to help you hit the gas and level up. 🚦📈 在這一集中，我們談談如何主動掌控自己的學習旅程。從學術顧問到辦公時間、老師的回饋與自我認識，我們提供實用技巧，幫助你加速前進、持續進步！🚦📈 What’s inside: 🔧 Scaffolding: how teachers support your growth 📬 How to actually use feedback 🕐 Why teacher's office hours are a

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