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Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana

Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com

Want to speak English more naturally? Practice with Georgiana on the Speak English Now Podcast. Since 2011, Georgiana has helped adult learners improve their English through short stories, questions, and repetition. Listen, answer out loud, and learn useful words in context. There are no grammar rules to memorize and no textbooks to follow. Georgiana speaks clearly and at a pace that"s easy to follow. You"ll also learn about everyday life and culture as you practice. The podcast has had over 40

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390 How to Tell a Story in English

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/09/17

Today, I want to help you tell simple stories in English without getting stuck. In this episode, there are many new expressions. So, make sure you get the transcript at: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast Maybe you know this feeling. You start telling someone what happened yesterday, and your brain suddenly asks, "What tense do I need?" And then... silence. Usually, you are trying to make every sentence perfect. But when you tell a story, your first job is simply to help the listener follow what

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389 How Listening Helps you Speak English

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/08/27

Hi, everybody! I'm Georgiana, your English teacher and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. Recently, one of my students from Singapore asked me a very good question: "How does listening help me speak English?" Maybe you've wondered the same thing. You probably know that listening is important, but how does it actually help you speak? When you listen to English that you understand, your brain hears many examples of how English works. You hear common words, useful expressions, pronunciation, rhythm,

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#382 – Stop Comparing Yourself When Learning English

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/06/18

Today, we're going to talk about something very common: comparing yourself to others. Get the transcript for free here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/podcast/ Maybe you know this feeling. You open social media, and suddenly everyone seems to have a better life than you. One person is traveling. Another person has a perfect body. Another person has a beautiful house. Another person has a wonderful job. And another person is drinking coffee on a beach while you are answering emails in your

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19:46

#381 Are Pancakes Healthy?

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/06/05

Today, I want to talk about something very important. Pancakes. Yes. Pancakes. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/381-are-pancakes-healthy-english-food-vocabulary/ I'm trying to eat more protein and fewer carbs these days. In English, we often say low-carb. That means we try to eat fewer carbohydrates, like sugar, bread, pasta, rice, or white flour. But there is one little problem. I love pancakes. Maybe you understand me. You want to eat healthier, but then you think,

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17:56

#379 Kind or Nice? What's the Difference?

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/05/14

Today, we're going to talk about two very common words in English: kind and nice. Many students think they mean the same thing. And yes, sometimes they are similar. But there is a small difference. A nice person is pleasant, polite, and friendly. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/379-kind-or-nice-whats-the-difference/

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#377 How to Keep Talking in English

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/04/23

In this episode, I'm going to show you how to keep talking in English.After that, we'll practice with a mini-story. Many English learners have the same problem. At the beginning, the conversation is fine. They answer one question. Maybe two. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/377-how-to-keep-talking-in-english/

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Spring Offer 2026 – FAQ: What's the Difference...

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/03/09

This week is a bit special! All my courses have a 60% discount. I've received several messages with questions about the courses. In this short episode I'm gonna try to answer some frequently asked questions. By the way, you can get the deal at: Speakenglishpodcast.com/courses

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#374 The 90% Rule: How to choose English listening level

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/03/05

How to choose English listening level? Listening is powerful… but it must be comprehensible You already know that I insist on one thing again and again: you need to listen a lot.You need to listen every day, and you need to repeat the same lessons many times, because repetition helps you consolidate: vocabulary grammar patterns pronunciation …in a natural way. But today I want to make something very clear, because some students misunderstand this idea: ✅ Listening is powerful only when the content

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19:14

#372 Is Valentine's Day Really About Love?

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/02/12

Today we're going to talk about Valentine's Day. But don't worry — this is not going to be a boring episode about chocolates, roses, and red hearts everywhere. Let me ask you something. Is Valentine's Day really about love? Or is it about pressure? Pressure to buy a gift. Pressure to be romantic. Pressure to post something on Instagram. Pressure to prove that your relationship is perfect. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/372-is-valentines-day-really-about-love

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#371 Dogs and their superpower

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/02/06

In the previous episode, we talked about how dogs understand our emotions and how they communicate without words. Today, I want to continue that conversation, but from a different angle. Instead of focusing on emotions, we're going to look at how dogs experience the world, how they gather information, and why they naturally look to humans for guidance. Because dogs don't just feel with us. They observe, analyze, and cooperate with us in ways that are easy to overlook. Get the transcript on my

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#370 How Dogs Communicate Emotions Without Words

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/01/29

Today, I want to talk about dogs again. If you've been listening to the podcast for a while, you already know this isn't the first time I've brought up dogs. Dogs are one of those topics we can come back to again and again, because each time we look at them from a different angle, we discover something new. Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/370-how-dogs-communicate-emotions/

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#368 Going to the doctor 3 - Talking with the Nurse

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2026/01/15

Welcome back! This is the third episode in our 4-part series about going to the doctor. So far, we practiced how to make an appointment and how to check in at the clinic. Today, we'll continue with the next step: talking with the nurse. Usually, before you see the doctor, a nurse will ask you a few questions about your health. The nurse may also take your temperature, check your blood pressure, and write notes for the doctor. Get the transcript on my

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#365 Going to the doctor 2 - Checking In at the Clinic

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/12/11

Hi! I'm Georgiana, and I'm back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast—the podcast that helps you speak English fluently, with no grammar and no textbooks. This is the second episode in our 4-part series on going to the doctor. In the last episode, we practiced how to make an appointment on the phone. Today, we will look at what happens when you actually arrive at the clinic. Get the transcript on my website:

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#364 Going to the Doctor - Making an Appointment

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/12/04

Today we're beginning a new series—four episodes designed to prepare you for going to the doctor. Why this topic? Well, the truth is simple. At some point, whether you live abroad, travel, or study in another country, you will need medical care. And the very first step is usually the same: booking an appointment. Making that call can feel stressful, especially if you're not confident speaking English on the phone. Don't worry. I'll show you the most useful expressions, share some realistic

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Black Friday 2025: Special Episode + Premium Courses FAQ

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/11/24

Hi! This week is a bit special because it is Black Friday and all my courses have a 60% discount only until Sunday!! I've received several messages with questions about the courses. In this short episode, I'm gonna try to answer some frequently asked questions. By the way, you can get the deal at: speakenglishpodcast.com/blackfriday

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10:43

#363 Thanksgiving 2025

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/11/15

Tom (Being serious): Hey, do we have to send thank you notes to everyone we've ever met for Thanksgiving? James (Laughing): Oh no, it's not like that! Thanksgiving is more about enjoying turkey and pie with family and friends, not writing thank you notes to everyone! Hi! Welcome to a special podcast about Thanksgiving! I'm Georgiana, your English teacher, and I want to tell you about Thanksgiving. Before we start, get the transcript of this episode for free. Visit:

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#360 English Pronunciation Practice: The TH Sound

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/10/23

Today, we'll practice one of the trickiest sounds in English: the TH sound. Actually, English has two TH sounds: The voiceless /θ/, like in think, thank, thirty. The voiced /ð/, like in this, that, brother. Many students replace them with t, d, s, or z. For example: They say tank you instead of thank you. Or zis instead of this. Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/360-english-pronunciation-practice-the-th-sound/

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#358 US State Name Stories – West and SouthWest

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/10/09

Welcome back, travelers! One last time, pack your bags — we’re heading west. Today, we’ll visit the Southwest and the West. In the Southwest, we have: Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. And in the West, we have: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. That’s fifteen states in total! Today, we’ll take a closer look at Texas, Arizona, Colorado, California, Oregon, and Washington. Get the text here:

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#357 US State Name Stories - Midwest

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/10/02

This is the third episode of our state names series. This time, we’re traveling to the Midwest. Let’s quickly list all the states in the Midwest: They are: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. That’s twelve states in total! I’ll just focus on a few of the most representative ones: Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Get the text here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/357-us-state-name-stories-midwest/

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#354 Talking About the Weather English

Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana ·

2025/09/11

Let me ask you something: what’s the easiest way to start a conversation in English? If you said the weather, you’re absolutely right! It doesn’t matter where you are—London, New York, or Paris—at some point, people will always talk about the weather. And it makes sense, right? The weather touches everyone’s life. If it’s sunny, people feel cheerful. If it rains, people complain. If it snows, kids celebrate while adults worry about traffic. It’s a safe, easy way to connect with others. Get the

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