English Anyway

15:20

EP49 — How to Ask for More Time in English When Your...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/24

🎧聽演員李運慶說：「幫爸爸換藥，發炎反覆近一年，我跟哥哥都想這會持續到什麼時候呢？」👉 https://fstry.pse.is/9b9v6g 照顧人生無法預期何時來！「先來一杯我們再聊」聆聽照顧者、陪你預備長照未來！點擊連結，讓我們有機會不在照顧困境掙扎。 —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— Your boss gives you a huge project and a tiny deadline. You know the zipper is going to break. Today we give you the exact words to fix that. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🧳 3 building blocks — deadline, realistic, priority (and why each one protects you) 📐 The Golden Rule — always give a brief reason AND a new time

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10:57

EP48 — How to Join a Conversation 🚂 in English...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/23

🎧聽宅女小紅說：「我媽喜歡打麻將，但照顧爸爸期間，她變得不敢出門，我覺得她很累。」👉 https://fstry.pse.is/9b9wy8 照顧人生無法預期何時來！「先來一杯我們再聊」聆聽照顧者、陪你預備長照未來！點擊連結，讓我們有機會不在照顧困境掙扎。 —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— You have something great to say. But everyone keeps talking — and when you finally speak, you cut someone off by accident. Today we fix that with three simple tools. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🚂 The moving train rule — how to step into a conversation smoothly, not crash into it 🛠️ 3 key phrases — "can I jump in?",

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19:03

EP47 — How to Apply for a Job in Person 📄 in English...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/22

🎧聽民歌之母陶曉清說：「我把他手機搶過來刪訊息，他氣到不行，覺得生命被掌控了。」👉 https://fstry.pse.is/9b9xq2 照顧人生無法預期何時來！「先來一杯我們再聊」聆聽照顧者、陪你預備長照未來！點擊連結，讓我們有機會不在照顧困境掙扎。 —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— You have your resume in your hand. You can see the manager through the window. But your feet won't move. Today, we fix that. 🎧 Best for: A2 learners What you'll learn: 🔑 3 Golden Keys — hiring, drop off, follow up (and exactly how to use each one) ☕ 3 real role plays — when they say yes, when they say maybe, and when they say no 🌱

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14:48

EP46 — How to Get Back on Topic 🎯 in English — 3...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/21

You were right in the middle of your story. Then someone said "pizza" — and now you have no idea where you were. These three phrases will save you every time. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 💻 Why our brains lose track — the too-many-windows computer model 🛠️ 3 core phrases — "get back to," "lost track," "circle back" 🚤 3 real situations — when you go off topic, when they do, and when both of you get lost 🤝 The team phrase — why "where were we?" is better than "where was I?"

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6:58

EP45 — You Want to Leave 😬 But Don't Know What to Say...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/20

You want to leave. Your feet are already heading for the door. But your mouth just keeps saying "yeah, totally, mm-hmm." Today we fix that — with one magic word and three simple tools. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🚗 The blinker rule — why ending a conversation is just like changing lanes 🛠️4 key tools — get going, catch up, let you go, it was good talking to you 📞 3 real role plays — face to face with a friend, phone call with mom, office colleague 💡 The polite trick — why "I

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6:43

EP44 — How to Handle Criticism 😬 in English Without...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/19

Someone tells you your work is not good enough. Your face gets hot. Your brain goes blank. Your English disappears. Today we fix that — with three words and one golden rule. 🎧 Best for: A2-B1 learners What you'll learn: 🏗️ 3 core words — constructive, defensive, acknowledge (and why each one changes everything) 🥇 The Golden Rule — respond after you listen, not before 💼 3 real role plays — boss feedback, honest friend, office disagreement 🪄 Magic phrases — "thank you for telling me," "could

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6:26

EP43 — Your Friend Won't Stop Talking 😅 — How to...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/18

Someone is talking forever. Or worse — they just brought up something you really don't want to discuss. You need to change the subject. But how do you do it without sounding rude? 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🪞 The Golden Rule — always validate first, then turn the signal 🔄 3 key tools — "anyway," "speaking of which," and "I'd rather not get into that, but" 💼 2 real role plays — the friend who won't stop talking & the office gossip situation 🚦 The car metaphor — why

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15:32

EP42 — It's 5:30pm. You Have Plans at 6. You Need to...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/17

Cancelling plans is hard enough in your own language. In English? The words just won't come out right. Today we fix that — with a simple three-part rule that works every time. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 📐 The Golden Rule — apologize, give a short honest reason, offer a new time 🎈 Key vocab — last minute, let someone down, rain check, false hope, ghosting 💬 3 real role plays — tired friend, sick day, formal work message 🚩 The #1 mistake — why "I'll try to make it" is worse

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16:51

EP41 — How to Break an Awkward Silence 😶 in English —...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/16

The conversation was going great. Then suddenly — nothing. Your brain goes blank. Your eyes look at your shoes. You don't have to freeze anymore. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 👀 Strategy 1 — look around you and comment on the room (low pressure, always works) ❓ Strategy 2 — ask open questions and pass the ball to them 😄 Strategy 3 — name the silence with humor and reset the energy 🫁 The physical fix — why one slow breath is more powerful than any phrase #englishanyway

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13:39

EP40 — How to Set Boundaries in English — Short,...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/15

Setting boundaries is hard enough in your own language. In English? It can feel impossible. Today we give you the exact words — so you can protect your time, your energy, and your friendships. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🔑 3 core words — boundary, prefer, firm (and why "prefer" sounds better than "want") 📐 The Golden Rule — acknowledge, state your boundary, offer an alternative 💼 4 real situations — work, money, personal topics, and personal space 🚫 The #1 mistake — why

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16:52

EP39 — How to Talk to Strangers at a Concert in...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/14

The lights go down. The music starts. And the stranger next to you? They already love everything you love. You just need to say something. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🎵 6 concert words — set, chills, electric, floor, pit, encore 🤝 Before the show — how to break the ice with one simple question ⚡ During the show — short, loud phrases that actually work over the music 👋 After the show — how to say goodbye like a concert friend 💡 The #1 rule — perfection stops connection

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14:52

EP38 — How to Comfort a Friend in English Without...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/13

You want to help. But you're afraid to say the wrong thing. So you stay silent — and that's actually the biggest mistake of all. 🎧 Best for: B1 learners What you'll learn: 🎯 5 key concepts — comfort, empathy, validate, sit with someone, vent ❓ The Golden Question — "do you want solutions or do you just need to talk?" 💬 Phrases for heavy moments — "you don't have to have it together right now" 🤐 The silence mistake — why saying nothing feels like abandonment #englishanyway #learnenglish

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9:05

EP37 — How to Check In on a Friend Naturally 💬 What...

English Anyway ·

2026/06/12

You see your friend is struggling. You want to say something. But you stare at your phone and delete the message anyway. Here's what to say instead. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 💬 Opening phrases — "how have you been?" vs "how are you?" and why it matters 🎁 No pressure — the two-word phrase that makes your message a gift 👂 Stop fixing — why "that sounds really hard" is more powerful than advice 📱 The perfect moment fallacy — why the right time is always right now

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11:47

EP36 — How to Ask for Directions the Right Way 🧭 |...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/24

Your phone is dead. You're in an unfamiliar city. And you need to ask a stranger for help.Do you know what to say?🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learnersWhat you'll learn:🗺️ Key vocabulary — directions, block, straight ahead, landmark🙋 How to start — "excuse me, could you help me?" and "I think I'm lost"🔁 The #1 tip — always repeat directions back to confirm🚇 When it's too far to walk — "is it within walking distance?" and how to ask about transport#englishanyway #learnenglish #englishfortravel

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9:11

EP35 — How to Apologize in English the Right Way 😬 —...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/22

Saying "sorry" is easy. But does it actually fix anything?A real apology has three parts — and most people skip at least one.🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learnersWhat you'll learn:🔧 The 3-part formula — name the mistake, take responsibility, offer to fix it⚖️ Match the size — "I'm so sorry about that" vs "I owe you an apology"🚫 Danger zones — why "I'm sorry you feel that way" makes things worse💬 Stop over-apologizing — replace "sorry" with "excuse me" or "thank you for your patience"#englishanyway

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16:29

EP34 — You Have a Different Opinion? 😬 | Learn to...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/22

You have a smart opinion. But saying "no, you are wrong" just ends the conversation.There's a better way — and it works every time.🎧 Best for: B1 learnersWhat you'll learn:🎯 Key vocabulary — point, perspective, respectfully, fair enough⚾ The Golden Structure — acknowledge first, then share your view💼 3 real conversations — friends, office, and entertainment🧠 Why always saying "yes" actually hurts your relationships#englishanyway #learnenglish #englishconversation #englishvocabulary

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16:53

EP33 — You Don’t Know How to Take Compliments? | Stop...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/22

Someone says, “You look great.”And suddenly… you panic, look away, and say, “No, I look terrible.”Sound familiar?In this episode, we explore both sides of compliments — how to give them naturally, and how to receive them without feeling awkward or fake.🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learnersWhat you'll learn:👗 Giving compliments naturally — “you look great,” “that really suits you,” “it shows”💼 Professional praise — “that was really well done,” “it paid off,” “it means a lot coming from you”🎁 Receiving

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11:00

EP32 — How to Say No Politely in English 🙅 | Friends,...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/21

Someone invites you out. You don't want to go. But you don't know how to say no without feeling rude — so you say yes, and then cancel last minute. Sound familiar? In this episode, we teach you a simple three-part structure to say no clearly, warmly, and confidently every time. 🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learners What you'll learn: 🥪 The sandwich structure — the three-part formula native speakers use to say no naturally 🛡️ "I have a prior commitment" — the polite shield that works in any situation ☔ "Can

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14:51

EP31 — You're Not Bad at English — You're Practicing...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/21

You're not bad at English. Your brain is working perfectly fine.🎧 Best for: B1–B2 learnersThe real problem? The way you're practicing it. In this episode, we break down the most common English learning trap — and why spending more time studying might actually be holding you back from speaking.🧠 The "input trap" — why passive studying builds recognition, not speaking skills🗣️ The 3-second rule — how to force yourself to speak before your brain overthinks🚨 Conversational emergency kit — safe

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14:37

EP30 — Stop Freezing Up at the Gym — Talk to Your...

English Anyway ·

2026/04/21

Walking into a gym in a new language can feel terrifying.But you don't need perfect English — you just need the right words.🎧 Best for: A2–B1 learnersWhat you'll learn:🎯 Setting your goals — "I want to focus on my legs," "my lower back is a little sore"🏋️ Gym vocabulary — goals, reps, sets, form, sore, tight, out of breath🙋 Asking for help — "sorry, I'm not familiar with that," "could you show me?"🛑 Safety phrases — "I need to stop," "I feel pain here," "this doesn't feel right"#englishanyway

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