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English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence

English-Yes-Please is a podcast about speaking English with confidence, not perfection. I’m Marcin — English mentor and confidence guide. I arrived in the UK with zero English and built fluency through real conversations. 🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday: The Voices of Confidence — honest talks with students, entrepreneurs, and inspiring people about confidence, fear, growth, and communication in English and life. I also work 1-to-1 with people who know English but lack confidence when speaking.

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#1 VoC Authenticity and Growth. Marta's story. She...

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2026/01/06

Marta Kukurowska - In this inaugural episode of The Voices of Confidence, I welcome my wife, Marta, as my very first guest. Together, we share our journey of love, growth, and self-discovery, and how these experiences have shaped who we are today.Our conversation explores authenticity, finding joy in simple moments, the role of work in personal growth, and the importance of strong family values. Marta reflects on her relationship with language, gratitude, and what confidence truly means to her—being

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00:05:12

255: Closing 2025 & opening a new chapter.

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/12/31

This is the final episode of Season 3.The Voices of Confidence starts on 6 January 2026.---------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned English through immersion—and now I help others do the same.Follow for tips and inspiration:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@english.yes.please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website:

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00:05:21

254: Every mistake is a message from your future self.

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2025/12/29

---------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned English through immersion—and now I help others do the same.Follow for tips and inspiration:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@english.yes.please⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠english-yes-please.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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00:05:03

253: Lonely in a connected world.

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2025/12/26

In this listening comprehension episode, I talk about modern loneliness and why so many people feel disconnected despite being constantly online.I explore the relationship between voice, courage, and belonging, and why speaking—imperfectly but honestly—is one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with others.A reflective episode about visibility, confidence, and using your voice in a connected world.---------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you

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00:04:49

252: Calm Christmas a moment to slow down.

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/12/24

This is a special, slower episode requested by one of my longest-serving students, who has been learning English with me for over four years.I reflect on Christmas as a feeling rather than a performance, and I share how slowing down, being present, and creating calm can support both confidence and language learning.This episode is an invitation to pause and listen without pressure.Happy Christmas! :) ---------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you

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00:06:35

251: You can't learn confidence from a teacher - only...

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/12/22

In this episode, I talk about why confidence cannot be taught, given, or rescued.I share a real story from my work as a confidence mentor and explain why understanding confidence is not the same as living it.If you already know English but still feel nervous when you speak, this episode will help you stop waiting for confidence and start building it through real experience.---------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak

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00:04:57

250: Working from anywhere - but feeling alone?

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/12/19

In this listening-focused episode, I talk about how remote work affects our confidence, communication, and human connection.I explore how working from home or from anywhere in the world can reduce everyday conversation — and why that silence can slowly impact your English confidence. I also share simple ideas to stay connected and keep your voice active.If you work remotely and want to feel more confident speaking English, this episode is for you.---------------------------Want to learn real

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00:05:25

249: You don't need motivation. You need momentum.

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2025/12/17

In this episode, I explain why waiting for motivation keeps so many people stuck with their English.I share a real story of a student who stopped waiting to feel ready and started building confidence through small, daily action. You’ll learn why momentum matters more than motivation and how consistent movement makes speaking feel natural again.If you’re tired of waiting to feel confident, this episode will help you start moving forward.---------------------------Want to learn real English, not

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00:07:01

248: Doubt means you're growing!

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2025/12/15

In this episode, I talk about something most English learners are afraid of — doubt.I share the story of a student who questioned her progress almost every week, even though she was doing everything right. I explain why doubt appears during growth, why it doesn’t mean failure, and how to keep speaking even when confidence feels unstable.If you’ve ever thought, “I should be better by now,” this episode will help you see doubt as a sign of progress, not a problem.----------------------------Want to

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00:07:32

247: A new chapter begins: The Voices of Confidence!

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/12/12

This episode marks a turning point. A new direction. A new vision for the future of this podcast. I share the moment that sparked it — a walk through London, an InPost box, a conversation with Kasia, and a Full Moon that changed everything. In 2026, we launch a new interview series: The Voices of Confidence. Real stories. Real English. Real transformation. Join me in this next chapter. ----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build

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00:06:03

246: The English version of you is still you!

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2025/12/10

Do you ever feel like you become a different person when you speak English? Quieter, less expressive, less you? In this episode, we explore how to bring your real personality into the English language. Through a story about my student Monika, you’ll see that fluency grows when authenticity returns. English should not shrink you. It should expand you. Speak like you — just in English.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence,

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00:08:13

245: Courage feels like fear - but you do it anyway!

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2025/12/08

In this episode, we talk about one of the most misunderstood parts of building confidence in English: courage does not feel comfortable. It feels like fear. Through a personal story of recording my first ever podcast, you’ll learn how to take action even when your voice shakes. You’ll discover why confidence comes after you speak, not before. Listen and take one brave step today — even a small one.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you

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00:06:06

244: The silent pressure of being "always online"

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2025/12/05

Modern life creates constant digital pressure: notifications, messages, and the expectation to reply instantly. This episode explores how being “always online” affects your confidence, your focus, and your English practice. Marcin shares a simple strategy to reduce mental noise and build deeper, calmer, more intentional English habits.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned

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00:06:35

243: Stop comparing. Start connecting.

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2025/12/03

Comparison is one of the biggest reasons learners lose confidence in English. In this episode, Marcin shares a story of a student who stopped speaking because he felt “not good enough,” and how everything changed when he focused on connection instead of perfection. Discover why authenticity matters more than fluency — and how to show up as your real self in English.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally,

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00:08:20

242: How to deal with Naysayers?

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2025/12/01

When you try to grow, some people will doubt you, judge you, or laugh at your English. In this episode, Marcin explains why naysayers react the way they do, how to protect your confidence, and how to stay focused on your growth instead of their opinions. Practical strategies, a real client story, and powerful mindset tools to help you speak bravely.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace

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00:05:30

241: How dopamine builds your speaking power?

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/11/28

Confidence is not a mystery — it’s chemistry.Today we explore how dopamine, the brain’s reward chemical, makes speaking English easier, more enjoyable, and more natural through repetition.If you want to build speaking habits that stick, this episode will show you the science behind confidence.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned English through immersion—and now I help

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00:07:07

240: The fear you avoid becomes the wall you hit.

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/11/26

Avoiding speaking doesn’t keep you safe — it keeps you stuck.In this episode, we explore how the fears you avoid slowly become the walls blocking your progress in English.You’ll learn why confidence begins the moment you face what scares you and how to take that first small, courageous step.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned English through immersion—and now I help

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00:05:53

239: Confidence grows in the shadows, not only the...

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/11/24

True confidence doesn’t start in the spotlight — it starts in the quiet moments no one sees.In this episode, I share a story of how private daily practice transformed one of my students into a confident English speaker.If you’ve been waiting for the “right moment” to speak, this episode will show you why today is the perfect day to start.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I

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00:06:14

238: The power of gratitude.

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/11/21

Gratitude won’t fix your problems, but it will change how you see them.In this episode, I share a simple practice that shifted my mindset during a stressful time.Discover how gratitude increases confidence, motivation, and even language learning progress — one small moment at a time.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned English through immersion—and now I help others do the

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00:09:23

237: Your accent is not a mistake - it's your identity!

English Yes-Please — The Voices of Confidence ·

2025/11/19

Your accent is not something to hide. It’s a part of your story.This episode explores Thomas’s journey from trying to sound “native” to finally accepting his true English voice.Learn why authenticity matters more than perfection and how embracing your accent can transform your confidence.----------------------------Want to learn real English, not textbook rules? This podcast helps you build confidence, speak naturally, and embrace mistakes. I learned English through immersion—and now I help others

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