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Lending Language Podcast

Arnell Graham Bobb and Rosalie Kwon

Welcome to the Lending Language Podcast! Join Arnell and Rosalie as they embark on a journey to help English learners around the world improve their language skills in a fun and natural way. From insightful conversations to practical tips, each episode offers a unique blend of language learning, cultural exploration, and engaging discussions. Whether you"re a beginner or an advanced learner, this podcast has something for everyone. Tune in every other week and explore the world of English

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42:12

📖 BookTok Faves, Meh's, and Hates: Our Honest Book...

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2026/09/26

Welcome back! In this episode, we're covering some of BookTok's biggest viral book picks. Books we discuss: 🌸Rhapsodic by Laura Thalassa 🌸Just One Bite by S.L. Cockley 🌸A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Plus a few more BookTok hits (and misses!) Grab your book and let's get into it! . . . . 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on YouTube: @LendingLanguageLab Follow Us on Social Media Stay connected and join the conversation! Follow us on social media for the latest updates, episode

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31:37

Tea Time ☕︎: Internet Sounds Tier List

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2026/08/01

Ever hear a native speaker randomly quote something out of nowhere and just... laugh? Yeah. That's this episode. We're ranking the internet's most iconic sounds and viral clips into an S/A/B Tier List, the ones people quote in real conversation without even thinking about it. . . . . 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on YouTube: @LendingLanguageLab Follow Us on Social Media Stay connected and join the conversation! Follow us on social media for the latest updates, episode releases, behind-the-scenes

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22:42

Reddit Wine Down🍷: Urban Dictionary, Idioms & More

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2026/06/20

This Reddit Wine Down is all about the weird side of English: How slang words change meaning depending on who's saying them Why Urban Dictionary isn't always your friend The idiom mix-ups that had us cracking up. So get your wine glass out and sip with us as we give simple English tips mixed with real chats! Check out the Reality English Post mentioned in this episode: What "Periodt" Really Means (and How to Use It Like a Native) . . . 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on

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15:14

Reddit Wine Down🍷: Why This Line Is Genius (Even If...

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2026/05/16

That moment when a Shakespeare pick-up line gets you flagged... 😅 In this episode, we're reacting to a Redditor's "Shake thy spheres" post. We also explain why it's brilliant wordplay, how context changes everything in English, and why English speakers would LOVE this. Just a lil real talk for English learners who want natural conversations! . . . 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on YouTube: @LendingLanguageLab Follow Us on Social Media Stay connected and join the conversation! Follow us on social

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36:18

Tea Time: Get Ready With Us (SLOMW Season 4 Ep. 1 Recap)

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2026/04/11

The tea is super hot this time around! In this episode, we are breaking down Episode 1, Season 4 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We cover Taylor Frankie Paul's questionable friendship with Miranda's ex-husband, Zach's sudden desire to be a "stay-at-home dad" on Jen's dime, and why Jordan is the most insecure husband in the group and more... Perfect for English learners who want to hear natural, fast-paced conversation about pop culture. . . . 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on

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16:10

Tea Time: Get Ready With Us (SLOMW Season 3 Recap)

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2026/03/28

Pull up a chair and join us for a very messy Tea Time! We talk Jesse's affair, Taylor's viral arrest, and why we're giving Jen a "smidgen of grace." Perfect for intermediate English learners looking for natural conversation and pop culture slang. Stay tuned--- our Season 4 First Impression drops next! 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on YouTube: @LendingLanguageLab Follow Us on Social Media Stay connected and join the conversation! Follow us on social media for the latest updates, episode

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19:01

LLP Tea Time: Can You Finish These Iconic Movie...

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2026/01/10

Welcome back to another episode of Tea Time! ☕️✨ In this special "Fill-in-the-Blank" episode, we're putting our movie knowledge to the test. If you caught Part 1, you know Arnell had an interesting time with the emojis, now it's time to see if she can guess these iconic movie quotes. In this episode, we're also spilling the tea on: * The $476 Million Mistake: How one studio's "no" became another studio's goldmine. * The Grinch's "Torture": The insane production secrets that nearly broke Jim Carrey

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26:45

Tea Time: Guess That Holiday Movie 🎄

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2025/12/20

It's Tea Time: Holiday Edition 🎄 In this episode, we're playing Guess That Holiday Movie using emoji clues only. One guess, optional hints, and a whole lot of festive chaos. After each round, we break down a key vocabulary word connected to the movie so English learners can build real-world vocabulary while having fun. This episode is perfect for: • English learners • Holiday movie lovers • Anyone who loves games, chaos, and festive vibes Play along with us and see if you can guess the movie before

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14:00

Reddit Wine Down 🍷: Teaching in Korea - The Air-Con Wars

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2025/11/22

Welcome back to our Reddit Wine Down series on Teaching in Korea! 🍷 This week, we dive into one of the biggest battles every foreign teacher eventually faces: THE TEMPERATURE WAR. From "legally mandated" 26°C classroom rules (🤨) to humid Korean summers, mold problems, and why students complaining gets results faster than admin ever will, we break down the realities of staying cool in a classroom that definitely wasn't built for hot weather. If you've ever taught abroad, dealt with unreasonable

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14:45

GUESS THAT WORD: Horror Villain Edition! (Learn...

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2025/10/25

It’s our Halloween special, part 2! 👻 We’re back with Tea Time: Guess That Word (Villain Edition) — a fun game where we describe horror villains and try to guess who’s who. Play along and see how many you get right! From Freddy Krueger to Ghostface, this episode is full of creepy clues, laughter, and English learning fun. 🍷 Check out our Halloween Recommendations & Watchlist on our website: www.lendinglanguagelab.com 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on YouTube: @LendingLanguageLab Follow Us on

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22:22

Tea Time: Scary Movies, Good English — Our 2025...

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2025/10/11

It’s officially spooky season! 👻 In this Halloween special of Tea Time, Arnell and Ro dive into their top 3 scary movies — from The Conjuring Universe to The Exorcist, we’re talking jump scares, green goop, and all things forror (foreign horror — you heard it here first 😏). 💀 Grab your pumpkin spice, dim the lights, and get cozy as we share our most bone-chilling, laugh-out-loud horror movie moments — plus, some must-watch recommendations to get you through the season. 🕸️ Want more Halloween

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21:23

Reddit Wine Down🍷: Moldy Apartments and Maintaining...

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2025/09/13

It’s time for another round of Reddit Wine Down 🍷—where we share real Reddit stories and break down the lessons, language, and life situations behind them. In this episode, we’re talking about: Favoritism and privilege in the workplace The confidence it takes to stand your ground Age bias and being underestimated When workplace behaviour crosses into harassment This episode is a mix of honest conversation and practical takeaways—perfect for English learners and anyone who’s ever felt

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28:46

RWD: Teaching in Korea: Is This Normal?

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2025/08/02

Ever wondered what it’s really like to teach at a Korean hagwon? 👀 We’re diving into real Reddit posts from teachers on the ground — the good, the bad, and the 🚩🚩🚩 From public school perks to private academy chaos, and yes… a few jaw‑dropping “wait, WHAT?!” moments — join us as we break it all down and share our own experiences as former teachers in Korea. 🎧 Play along as we count the red flags and decide: would YOU survive this hagwon? . . . . . . 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on

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18:22

Guess That Word: UK & Aussie Slang Confuses Us!

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2025/07/05

We’re back with a brand new episode of Tea Time — and this time, it's game time! 🎉 Arnell’s in the hot seat as we play a wild round of Guess That Word. Can she figure out the meanings of some truly questionable slang? 👀 You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll definitely be shouting at your screen. 🎮 Play along and keep score — 5/5? Drop a 🔥 in the comments. 💬 Tell us which words stumped you and which ones you already knew! This episode is perfect for English learners, pop culture fans, and

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07:48

LLP: Tea Time 🍵- Mormon Wives Say WHAT?!

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2025/06/07

🎥 Tea Time is BACK and we’re diving headfirst into the world of Mormon TikTok, soft-swinging vocab (yep, that’s a thing), and the wild ride that is reality TV English! 🍵✨ In this episode, we’re talking about the reality show "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives"—the drama, the culture, and most importantly…the words! As English teachers, we couldn’t help but notice how much vocab you’d never learn in class, so we had to break it down. We also kick off our brand new Guess That Word segment, where

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13:11

Speaking a Language Better When You Drink? | Reddit...

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2025/02/15

Ever feel like you speak English (or any language you're learning) way better after a drink or two? 🍺🗣️ You’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into a Reddit post about liquid courage and language learning. 🎙️ In this episode we share our own experiences and why a little buzz seems to boost fluency. But don’t worry, we’ve got tips to help you channel that same confidence while sober! 💡✨ 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on Youtube: @LendingLanguageLab 🌐 Check out our

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19:06

British Slang That Confuses Americans | Reddit Wine...

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2025/01/19

In this fun episode of Reddit Wine Down, Ro and Arnell dive into hilarious British phrases that leave Americans completely puzzled! From getting "pissed" to "Bob's your uncle," we’re breaking down slang, sharing personal stories, and sipping on some strong wine 🍷. Grab your glass, settle in, and let’s laugh our way through language differences. 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on Youtube: @LendingLanguageLab 🌐 Check out our Website: https://www.lendinglanguagelab.com/ Follow Us on Social Media

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22:43

LLP: Studying Smarter NOT Harder

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2024/11/30

Welcome to Part 2 of our deep dive into healthy studying habits! In this episode, we explore fun and effective techniques that have worked for us as students, teachers, and lifelong learners. From using scents and color-coded notes to teaching your pets (yes, really!) and chewing gum to boost memory, we've got plenty of tips to help you study smarter, not harder. Whether you're starting a new semester or finishing up your studies, this episode is packed with practical hacks to enhance your learning

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18:35

LLP: Wacky Studying Habits That ACTUALLY Work

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2024/11/16

Ready for some study tips with a twist? In this LLP episode, we're diving into some unconventional (and funny!) studying habits that can keep you motivated. Ever thought of studying in the bathtub or talking to your plants? We cover these and more, exploring how to stay focused while having fun. Stay tuned for part 2, where we’ll share more serious study habits that might be just what you need! 📺 Prefer to Watch? Tune in on Youtube: @LendingLanguageLab 🌐 Check out our

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13:28

Book Corner: Scary Short Stories... An English...

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2024/10/31

In this Halloween Book Corner Special, we’re diving into three of Alvin Schwartz's classic stories from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark! 👻 Whether you’ve been following along with our read-along series or just tuning in, join us as we break down the spooky elements that make The Hook, The Haunted House, and High Beams so unforgettable. Throughout this episode, we each share our favourite parts and discuss Schwartz’s storytelling techniques that bring such chills—like eerie settings,

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