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The InFluency Podcast

The InFluency podcast is your go-to resource for learning, speaking and teaching English. Hadar Shemesh is a pronunciation expert and fluency coach with thousands of students around the world, though she herself was an intermediate speaker of English once. In this podcast she will share her best strategies for learning English, speaking English with confidence and mastering the American accent. Discover how becoming fluent has everything to do with acquiring the right mindset, setting goals and

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463. English rhythm practice | Metronome exercises

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/04/23

Have you ever tried to practice rhythm in English before? In this episode, we're diving into the rhythm of English, an essential part of speaking with fluency and confidence. English is a syllable-timed language, meaning that the rhythm is based on the time between syllables, not on individual words. Let’s practice together today with a metronome to help you develop rhythm in English in several different exercises! More episodes on rhythm: Rhythm of English words:

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462. Speak with Authority in English

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/04/15

Struggling to show up with authority in English? In this episode, you'll learn how to build authority and confidence as a nonnative speaker: without trying to sound perfect. Discover practical tips to own your voice, speak with impact, and get the respect you deserve in any conversation. Learn more about my audio course, My English Mindset here: https://bit.ly/47wXuYD Get started with my free 14-day pronunciation plan: https://bit.ly/3YAWcJ5

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27:30

461. Read out loud: Dr. Seuss Fox in Socks...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/04/08

Fox in Socks by Dr. Seuss. Read along with me and improve your pronunciation in English! This is no easy challenge. Are you up for it? For more pronunciation practice, grab my free 14-day pronunciation plan https://bit.ly/3YAWcJ5

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15:04

460. ChatGPT training to practice your English

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/04/01

ChatGPT is a game-changer for English learners. Whether you’re working on speaking, writing, or pronunciation, this guide will help you unlock its full potential. Today, follow along with me and learn just how you can use it for your English practice! Looking to improve your English with ChatGPT? I’ve got you covered! Get my brand-new ChatGPT English Practice Guide here https://bit.ly/3FPT5qJ This step-by-step guide includes: ✅ 4 video trainings on optimizing grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation,

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21:03

459. Read along and practice your vocabulary and...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/03/18

Let’s read out loud together! Reading out loud is an excellent way to improve your vocabulary, pronunciation and pace. We’re reading a scene from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling. Download the PDF to read along with me and learn the vocabulary from the episode! https://bit.ly/4bZJx8B

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09:36

458. The best tongue twisters for clear pronunciation

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/03/11

Practice 12 of the best tongue twisters in English to improve your pronunciation! Tongue twisters are some of the best ways to warm up your articulation muscles, get you ready for speaking, and you know what, they’re just fun! For more tongue twisters, click here https://bit.ly/41U4Epj

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18:29

457. Pronunciation Q&A | You ask, I answer

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/03/07

Today, I’m answering questions from my New Sound students! We go into pronunciation questions to specific words, practice strategies, and details about incorporating breathwork into speech. Got a question you want me to answer on the podcast next? Ask it here! https://bit.ly/3L71bu8

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11:16

456. The difference between color vs. collar, wonder...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/02/25

Cup or cop? Today we’re practicing the differences between the /ʌ/ vowel and the /ɑ/ vowel in American English pronunciation. Words like wonder vs. wonder, color vs. collar, and cup vs. cop are what we’re practicing today! Follow along with me and repeat these words out loud. Keep practicing your pronunciation with me inside the FREE 14-day pronunciation plan! https://bit.ly/3YAWcJ5

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455. Real-life Success Stories in English

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/02/18

If you’ve ever felt like fluency in English is just out of reach, this episode is for you. Meet Lisando, Alex, Orsi, Anne, and Alain: My New Sound students who once felt stuck but found a way to transform their confidence, pronunciation, and fluency. In this episode, they share exactly how they did it. If you’ve ever hesitated in conversations, struggled to be understood, or doubted whether you’ll ever feel truly comfortable speaking English, their stories will show you what’s possible. Watch now to

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27:09

454. The English You Want vs. The English You Have –...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/02/13

Your mindset and emotions play a huge role in your confidence and clarity when speaking English. In this video, I want to remind you that transformation is possible—you just need the right tools and mindset. Whether you're working on your pronunciation, fluency, or self-expression, know that you are capable of growth, and I'm here to support you every step of the way! Want to take your English to the next level? My program New Sound is finally OPEN! Click here to learn more https://bit.ly/3CXnP84

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09:57

453. Watching TV won't make you fluent. Debunking...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/02/07

Join my free masterclass and transform the way you speak English: https://bit.ly/4jJUSNA If you're learning English and feel like you're not making progress, you might be following advice that simply doesn’t work. In this video, I’m breaking down the most popular but not-so-great English tips, and what to do instead to actually improve your fluency, pronunciation, and confidence! If you're tired of outdated methods that don’t work and want real, lasting results, this video is for you! 📌 My best

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452. Taking Radical Responsibility

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/31

Join my FREE 7-day pronunciation bootcamp: https://bit.ly/40CcyCd What is radical responsibility, and how subscribing to this idea can change your English (and your life)? In this episode, I’m going to share my experience being part of a mastermind with 20 incredible businesswomen from across the U.S. and the valuable lessons I’ve learned about taking ownership of both life and business. I’ll also dive into some philosophical reflections on how these insights connect to our language-learning

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16:19

451. Why you should work on pronunciation

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/28

Sign up for my FREE Pronunciation Bootcamp! We start on February 5! https://bit.ly/40CcyCd Have you ever wondered WHY you should work on your pronunciation, and what is the best way to do it? In this episode, I’m going to share with you tips on why you should work on your pronunciation, and explain how it can help you improve so many different elements of your English! I also shared that my FREE Pronunciation Bootcamp is coming up, we start on February 5! In the bootcamp, you’ll get… 🔥 Live

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17:49

450. Intonation in English: How to sound more...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/21

Intonation in English is the secret to sounding clearer, more expressive, engaging and interesting! In today’s video, I’m going to share with you what intonation is and the key elements you need to know to start using even more intonation in your own speech. Get the free practice guide to follow along with! https://bit.ly/4hkq18n Get on the waitlist to join my signature program, New Sound! https://bit.ly/49q8RDB

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24:29

449. Read out loud with me and practice your English...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/14

Improve your vocabulary, pronunciation and pace while reading a story out loud with me! We’re reading a scene from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling. Download the PDF to read along with me and learn the vocabulary from the video! https://bit.ly/4jfVHgG

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448. Finding your voice in English | You ask, I answer.

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/10

In today’s episode, I’m answering questions from my students inside my membership, Beyond. Today you’ll get to hear questions like… [1:42] How can I find my natural voice in English? [13:12] How to improve similar vowel pairs like sheep/ship and pool/pull? [16:05] I feel like everyone speaks better English than me. How can I overcome this? And more! Do you have a question for me? You can ask it here! https://bit.ly/3L71bu8 These questions came from members of my Beyond membership. Get on the

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447. 4 reasons why 2025 is the BEST year to finally...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/07

It’s always a good time to get fluent in English, but this year is one of the BEST times to take advantage of everything that’s happening in the world and in the language learning industry and make progress in your English! In this week’s episode, I’m going to share with you four different reasons for why I think 2025 is going to be a GREAT year to finally reach your fluency goals in English. Get on my newsletter for weekly lessons: https://bit.ly/3DK1jzE Join my free online community

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42:35

446. Concluding 1 year of Relocation | My Relocation...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2025/01/02

How do you even begin to talk about a full year of living in a new country? After relocating to Barcelona on January 4th, 2024, I’ll share the top challenges I faced and the lessons I learned during my first year of relocation in this episode. Join me for a behind-the-scenes look at my relocation journey to Barcelona ✈️ ☀️

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445. New English vocabulary? Learn Gen Alpha Slang...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2024/12/17

Skibidi toilet rizz, ohio, mewing and more…join me and my guest, Assaf, for a vocabulary lesson on Gen Alpha slang. Gen Alpha consists of any person born between 2010-2024, and today, we get schooled by Gen Alpha on some of the newest terms they’re using in English!

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444. Practice English with ‘Popular’ from Wicked |...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2024/12/10

Shadowing is one of the best ways you can practice your pronunciation, connected speech and rhythm in English, and today, we’re going to do it with the song ‘Popular’ from the new Wicked movie! I also prepared for you a free PDF with the shadowing analysis and notes so you can practice this song on your own. Here’s the PDF with analysis https://bit.ly/4ikUh4l 👉 Join the list for my program New Sound where you will transform your English and learn more about shadowing, pronunciation, mindset, and

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