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Daily English Pod

I’m Jale, an English teacher and graduate in Applied Linguistics from Canada. From Monday to Friday, I share short, practical educational podcasts. On Saturdays, you’ll hear an engaging story, and on Sundays, we explore artistic topics. Like a real magazine, these podcasts cover current issues, culture, society, and history in clear, easy-to-understand English. If you’re interested in learning English and understanding the world around you, this podcast is for you. With me, you’ll not only practice

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Touchy

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/13

For checking the transcript: Touchy describes a person who gets easily upset, offended, or irritated—or a topic that is sensitive and might cause strong reactions. Examples: 1- She’s touchy about her age, so don’t ask how old she is 2- Our boss is touchy about criticism, so be polite when suggesting changes

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Live to Tell the Tale

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/09

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Live to tell the tale means to survive a dangerous or shocking experience and be able to talk about it later. Examples: 1- After the shipwreck, only a few sailors lived to tell the tale. 2- He barely escaped the burning building and lived to tell the tale.

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Hit the roof

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/08

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Hit the roof means to suddenly become extremely angry, often in a dramatic or explosive way. Examples: 1- When Lisa’s mom saw her report card full of failing grades, she hit the roof! 2- The boss hit the roof when he found out that the company lost its biggest client due to a silly mistake.

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2:48

Gray area

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/06

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Cynical

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/05

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Have a soft spot for

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/04

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Have a spot for sth If you have a soft spot for something or someone, it means you have a special affection, love, or weakness for them—sometimes without even knowing why Examples: 1- I have a soft spot for 90s cartoons because they remind me of my childhood. 2- My grandpa is super strict, but he has a soft spot for my little sister—he lets her get away with everything!

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Weather the storm

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/03

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Weather the storm To weather the storm means to survive a difficult situation and come out stronger. Examples: 1- The company had to make tough decisions to weather the storm of the economic downturn. 2- She went through a tough breakup but eventually weathered the storm and moved on.

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Cheat death

Daily English Pod ·

2025/03/02

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Cheat death To cheat death means to narrowly escape dying or survive a very dangerous situation. Examples: 1- The firefighter cheated death when he barely escaped the burning building. 2- After surviving a plane crash, the passengers felt like they had cheated death.

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In the blink of an eye

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/28

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 In the blink of an eye means something happens extremely fast, almost instantly. Think about how quickly you blink—it takes less than a second! Examples: 1- I looked away for just a second, and my dog stole my sandwich in the blink of an eye! 2- I just got paid yesterday, and now my bank account is empty in the blink of an eye!

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Cut corners

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/27

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Cut corners To "cut corners" means to do something in the easiest, fastest, or cheapest way—usually by skipping steps or ignoring quality. Examples: 1- The company cut corners by hiring fewer employees, but now customer service is terrible! 2- The contractor cut corners by using cheap paint, so the walls started peeling after a few months.

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Jaw-dropping

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/26

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Jaw-dropping means extremely surprising, impressive, or shocking—so much that it makes you open your mouth in amazement! Examples: 1- I just saw the price of my dream vacation package—it’s jaw-droppingly expensive! 2- The world had a jaw-dropping reaction when humans first landed on the moon in 1969.

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Scrutinize

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/25

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Scrutinize To scrutinize something means to examine it very closely and carefully, especially to find mistakes or details. Examples: 1- Before buying a used car, I scrutinized every detail—the mileage, the engine, the tires—to make sure it was a good deal. 2- The investors scrutinized the company’s financial reports before deciding to invest.

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Miss the boat

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/24

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Miss the boat To miss the boat means to lose an opportunity by being too late or not paying attention. Examples: 1- I should have applied for that job last week—I really missed the boat! 2- I forgot to register for the class, and now it's full. I totally missed the boat!

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Loose cannon

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/22

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Loose cannon A loose cannon is a person who is unpredictable, impulsive, and difficult to control. Examples: 1- The president’s advisor is a loose cannon—he often leaks information to the press without permission. 2- My uncle at family dinners is a loose cannon—he’ll say anything, even if it embarrasses everyone!

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Impetuous

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/21

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Impetuous If someone is impetuous, they act quickly and without thinking carefully about the consequences. Examples: 1- A famous singer once deleted all their social media accounts after reading a few negative comments. Fans thought it was an impetuous move! 2- I made an impetuous decision to book a last-minute flight to another country—without checking my bank balance first!

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2:43

Busybody

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/20

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Busybody A busybody is a person who is too interested in other people’s lives and affairs, often in an annoying way. Examples: 1- My aunt always asks about my job, my salary, and even my love life. She’s such a busybody! 2- The paparazzi act like professional busybodies, constantly digging into celebrities’ private lives!

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Pain in the neck

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/19

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Pain in the neck A pain in the neck is something or someone extremely annoying, frustrating, or difficult to deal with. Examples: 1- My internet keeps disconnecting during meetings—it’s such a pain in the neck! 2- My little brother asks me a million questions every time I try to watch a movie. He’s a pain in the neck, but I still love him!

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First and foremost

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/18

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 First and foremost is used to introduce the most important thing before talking about anything else. It’s a way to emphasize priority and what truly matters. Examples: 1- A good leader should have many qualities, but first and foremost, they need to be a good communicator. 2- When asked about his success, Cristiano Ronaldo said, 'First and foremost, I am disciplined and always work hard.

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Hidden Gem

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/17

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282 Hidden Gem A hidden gem is something valuable, rare, or special that is not immediately obvious. Examples: 1- Emily is the office’s hidden gem. She solves problems before anyone even notices them 2- That small café doesn’t look like much, but their food is amazing—it’s a hidden gem!

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Slip up

Daily English Pod ·

2025/02/16

For checking the transcript: Slip up To slip up means to make a small but costly mistake. Examples: 1- The accountant slipped up when calculating the taxes, leading to a major fine. 2- I slipped up and sent the wrong text to my boss instead of my friend!

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