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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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249. Hope

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/09/06

Have you ever considered giving up on your English practice because you felt it was going nowhere? Or maybe you have been studying for so long, but you don't see any progress, and you wonder why you do it? Learning a language and trying to reach fluency can be a challenging process and sometimes we might lose our hope and motivation. In this episode I talk about this common feeling that creeps up on us, and why it happens. I will also share what you can do to change your situation, gain back

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00:03:11

248. How to pronounce ‘Spontaneous’

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/09/02

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we’re going to talk about the word ‘spontaneous’. Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Spontaneous: spaan-tei-nee-y’s [IPA: spɑnˈteɪniəs] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/spontaneous/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English

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248. How to pronounce 'Spontaneous'

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/09/02

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I'll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we're going to talk about the word 'spontaneous'. Here's a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Spontaneous: spaan-tei-nee-y's [IPA: spɑnˈteɪniəs] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/spontaneous/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English

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00:07:05

247. Magic Solutions in English: The Quick Way to Get...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/30

We hear a lot of false promises in English like “Get Fluent in 30 days!” or “Learn 1000 words in a month!”. While we know that those are unrealistic, we still want fast solutions in English, because we are all busy people. We all know that language and fluency require time and work to really master. But, what if there was a way to see improvement in under 30 days? In this week’s episode I’ll share with you a way to build habits, gain momentum, and build strategy in English – in 7 days!

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247. Magic Solutions in English: The Quick Way to Get...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/30

We hear a lot of false promises in English like "Get Fluent in 30 days!" or "Learn 1000 words in a month!". While we know that those are unrealistic, we still want fast solutions in English, because we are all busy people. We all know that language and fluency require time and work to really master. But, what if there was a way to see improvement in under 30 days? In this week's episode I'll share with you a way to build habits, gain momentum, and build strategy in English – in 7 days!

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00:03:32

246. How to pronounce Staff vs. Stuff

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/26

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we’re going to talk about the words ‘staff’ and ‘stuff’. Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Staff: staf [IPA: stæf] (but in British English: staaf [IPA: stɑːf] Stuff: stuhf [IPA: stʌf] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/stuff-staff/ If you want to

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246. How to pronounce Staff vs. Stuff

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/26

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I'll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we're going to talk about the words 'staff' and 'stuff'. Here's a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Staff: staf [IPA: stæf] (but in British English: staaf [IPA: stɑːf] Stuff: stuhf [IPA: stʌf] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/stuff-staff/ If you want to

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17:19

245. Do you really need to live in an...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/23

Do you HAVE to live in an English-speaking country to achieve fluency? Do you think the best way to truly learn English is to move to a different country? Many people believe that unless they live in an English-speaking country, they'll never be fluent! This is a very common belief – that's not always true. In this episode, I'll share with you why you DON'T need to move to another country in order to improve your English, along with my personal experience and the experience of my students who have

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00:17:18

245. Do you really need to live in an...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/23

Do you HAVE to live in an English-speaking country to achieve fluency? Do you think the best way to truly learn English is to move to a different country? Many people believe that unless they live in an English-speaking country, they’ll never be fluent! This is a very common belief – that’s not always true. In this episode, I’ll share with you why you DON’T need to move to another country in order to improve your English, along with my personal experience and the experience of my students who

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00:03:10

244. How to pronounce ‘Xenophobia’

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/19

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we’re going to talk about the word ‘xenophobia’. Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Xenophobia: ze-nuh-fow-bee-yuh [IPA: ˌzɛn.əˈfoʊ.bi.jə] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/xenophobia/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken

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244. How to pronounce 'Xenophobia'

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/19

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I'll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we're going to talk about the word 'xenophobia'. Here's a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Xenophobia: ze-nuh-fow-bee-yuh [IPA: ˌzɛn.əˈfoʊ.bi.jə] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/xenophobia/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken

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00:51:35

243. The Importance of Perseverance & Community –...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/16

What does it take to feel like you belong in a new place? In this episode I interview Alma Vivero, who immigrated to the US nine years ago. We talk about immigration, the feeling of belonging, and speaking habits that strengthened her English. Alma is a student of mine and is now an ambassador in my signature program, New Sound. #immigrant_experience If you like this episode, you’d love to meet Rita and Marcelo, who shared with me their immigrant experience. – Battling Discrimination

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243. The Importance of Perseverance & Community –...

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/16

What does it take to feel like you belong in a new place? In this episode I interview Alma Vivero, who immigrated to the US nine years ago. We talk about immigration, the feeling of belonging, and speaking habits that strengthened her English. Alma is a student of mine and is now an ambassador in my signature program, New Sound. #immigrant_experience If you like this episode, you'd love to meet Rita and Marcelo, who shared with me their immigrant experience. – Battling Discrimination and

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00:07:03

242. How to pronounce 21th Century and 20th Century

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/12

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we’re going to talk about the words ‘21th century’ and ‘20th century’. Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: 21th century: twe-nee-f’rs(t) sen-chree [IPA: ‘tweni fɜːɹst sentʃɹi] 20th century: twe-nee-uhth sen-chree [IPA: ‘tweniəθ sentʃɹi] Watch the video version here:

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242. How to pronounce 21th Century and 20th Century

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/12

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I'll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we're going to talk about the words '21th century' and '20th century'. Here's a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: 21th century: twe-nee-f'rs(t) sen-chree [IPA: 'tweni fɜːɹst sentʃɹi] 20th century: twe-nee-uhth sen-chree [IPA: 'tweniəθ sentʃɹi] Watch the video version here:

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241. Does your mouth hurt when you speak in English?

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/09

Does your mouth hurt when you speak English? Does your tongue feel too heavy, or your jaw too tight? These symptoms are quite common for speakers of English as a second language, but why? In this episode I discuss why that happens and what you can do to start speaking English effortlessly. I'll share some of the best exercises that worked for me and my students. We're opening doors for my NEW SOUND program on September 12th. Join the waitlist to get more info: https://hadarshemesh.com/join/ To learn

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00:13:56

241. Does your mouth hurt when you speak in English?

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/09

Does your mouth hurt when you speak English? Does your tongue feel too heavy, or your jaw too tight? These symptoms are quite common for speakers of English as a second language, but why? In this episode I discuss why that happens and what you can do to start speaking English effortlessly. I’ll share some of the best exercises that worked for me and my students. We’re opening doors for my NEW SOUND program on September 12th. Join the waitlist to get more info: https://hadarshemesh.com/join/ To learn

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00:02:30

240. How to pronounce Advice vs. Advise

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/05

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we’re going to talk about the words ‘advice’ and ‘advise’. Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Advice: uhd-vais [IPA: ədˈvaɪs] Advise: uhd-vaiz [IPA: ədˈvaɪz] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/advice-advise/ If you want to improve your accent and

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240. How to pronounce Advice vs. Advise

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/05

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In these how-to-pronounce episodes published on Fridays, I'll help you with the pronunciation of confusing words and common names. This week we're going to talk about the words 'advice' and 'advise'. Here's a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Advice: uhd-vais [IPA: ədˈvaɪs] Advise: uhd-vaiz [IPA: ədˈvaɪz] Watch the video version here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/advice-advise/ If you want to improve your accent and

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00:15:22

239. 11 Tips for Powerful Presentations in English

The InFluency Podcast ·

2022/08/02

Download free presentation-prep checklist: https://hadarshemesh.com/presentation-freebie/ Do you avoid giving a talk or a presentation in English? Does it feel the same when it comes to presentations in your first language as well? Many people find it hard to deliver a presentation, let alone a presentation in English. But in just a few steps, you can turn this experience upside down and no longer be afraid of presentations in English. Through my own experience giving presentations, and my

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