This is your reminder that growth starts with a decision. In this inspiring episode of English Learners Boost, “This Is Your Year” motivates English learners to build confidence, embrace mistakes, and take charge of their learning journey. Join a licensed professional science teacher and English tutor as she shares encouragement, mindset shifts, and practical motivation—plus an invitation to book an English lesson on iTalki and experience a supportive, confidence-building teaching approach. This year, your progress begins now. 🌱✨

English Learner's Boost

This is your Year 

叶公好龙 [yè gōng hào lóng]：Lord Ye/love/drago, professed love of what one actually fears
刻 kè ：carve
装饰 zhuāng shì：decorate;dress up 
探望 tàn wàng：pay a visit to; look up;look in
魂飞魄散 hún fēi pò sàn：be frightened out of one's wits
看起来像 kàn qǐ lái xiàng：look like

乐读中文 (Lè Dú Zhōngwén) - "Joyful Chinese Stories"

叶公好龙[yè gōng hào lóng]

¡Qué poco valoramos la risa en nuestro mundo! No me extraña, de hecho, porque en el inconsciente colectivo se esconde la idea de que el que se ríe, y mucho, es alguien a quien no se le puede tomar en serio.

CON SENTIDO COMÚN EN ESPAÑOL

LA RISA SALUDABLE

What is language and speech and how is speech similar to dance.

Let's improve your Russian

Why it`s not possible to quickly start speaking a foreign language.

Si te comes mucho el coco, te queda poca energía durante el día. ¡No es recomendable!

Expresiones en español

Comerse el coco

In this episode we continue exploring the famous Magic E rule. We look at how a silent “e” can change the pronunciation of vowels in words with a, o, and u, and why the rule doesn’t always behave the way learners expect. By examining patterns and exceptions, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how this spelling rule actually works in English.

British Pronunciation Tips 

British Vowel Sound Masterclass: More Magic e with a, o and u

こんにちは！さゆりです。
今回のトピックは「日本のクマに気をつけて！」です。
いつも聞いてくださってありがとうございます♡

你好！我是さゆり。
這次的主題是「小心日本的熊！」。
感謝大家一直以來的收聽♡

Hi, i'm Sayuri!
Today's topic is "Watch Out for Bears in Japan!".
Thank you for listening to my podcast♡




にほんごタイム🇯🇵Learn Japanese with Sayuri!

日本のクマに気をつけて！｜小心日本的熊！｜Watch Out for Bears in Japan!

The 80th anniversary of the Great Victory over the German Nazism in World War ll is approaching. In this episode, I talk about a film-testimony, a film-sentence to the ideology of fascism - Come and See by Elem Klimov. A brutal, almost unbearable movie that nevertheless needs to be seen.

RUSSIAN BRIDGE PODCAST

Culture Vultures. Советское кино: имена и фильмы IV (B1+ B2)

Think you need a designer budget to cultivate high-end style? Think again! In this episode, we break down the ultimate strategies for curating a wardrobe you love without breaking the bank. From mastering the art of thrift and consignment shopping to discovering timeless capsule pieces that mix and match effortlessly, we share practical tips to help you dress like a million bucks on a realistic budget.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Smart Shopping Strategies: How to spot quality fabrics and construction on a budget.

The Capsule Wardrobe Formula: Key foundational pieces every closet needs.

Thrift & Vintage Hacks: How to score high-end pieces at a fraction of the cost.

Styling Over Buying: Creative ways to restyle what you already own to feel like brand-new outfits.