Teacher Smith and Den were having a natural, unplanned conversation about Den’s journey to becoming fluent in English. Den reflected on how he once struggled but improved by immersing himself in English-speaking environments and practicing regularly. Over time, his confidence grew, and now, to Teacher Smith’s admiration, Den has even become an English teacher himself. They shared a laugh about how fluent he sounds today and marvelled at his impressive progress.

LEARN BY LISTENING

How to Become Fluent in English and Even Teach It: A Real Success Story

In this chapter divided in 2 parts I will relate an experience where I do "hitchhiking" but with a boat, that's why "barcostop" ( It's different to Autostop) . It is set in the "second summer" of 2020, in the famous Argentinian Patagonia, specifically in a town called "Villa La Angostura", a paradisiacal place. 

important locations to guide the listener :
Lago ( Lake ) 
Villa La Angostura ( Place located in the Patagonian Andes ) 
Bahía mansa ( Bahia mansa is a bay of villa la angostura.  )

*Please leave all your questions in your comments, even if they are basic, it can help you and the rest of the listeners. *


Viajes, viajes y mas viajes 🚲

*B1/B2* Experiencia en Barco-Stop  2️⃣ part  ( or boat hitchhiking expierence )  

In today's audio, you'll learn about this podcast and how it can help *you* learn English!

Learn more about the podcast and find the transcript at https://lovelangwri.com

For the Love of Language and Writing

Introduction

Welcome back to another episode of Streetwise English. I'm your host, Carl. I'm an italki American English tutor. Today I want to talk about technical aids for learning languages. And specifically, I want to talk about headphones. So one of the most important things for improving your fluency in any foreign language is to listen to content in that target language.
So for me, I'm currently studying Spanish and trying to maintain my Chinese, so I don't forget it. So what I like to do every day is listen to podcasts. Now you can listen while you're doing other activities like washing your clothes or washing the dishes or exercising at the gym. You can listen to podcasts while you're on the treadmill. 

But the problem is headphones can smash your ears and make your ears uncomfortable. So what I like to do is use bone conduction headphones or earphones. It's a type of headphone that doesn't actually cover your ear canal. It goes in front of your ear and kind of sits on your face. Um, kind of behind your sideburns if you're a man, right in front of your ear and the sound transmits a vibration that goes into your skull and into your ear and your brain can hear the sound just from the vibrations going through your bones. And so they are called bone conduction headphones. I swear by them. And I use them every day. I have a pair which is charged with a USB C port.

So there are many different kinds of options on the market, but I like the ones that use a USB C port to charge them because I don't have to worry about losing the appropriate proprietary charging cord. Instead, I can just use any USB C charging cord to power up the headphones. 

So another advantage of using bone conduction headphones is that while you're wearing them, you can hear sounds outside of the content that you're listening to.
So for example, say, I'm running, I'm jogging and listening to my podcast which is in Chinese while I'm jogging. ( Text limit )




Streetwise English

SWE15 Bone conduction headphones for learning languages

Are you feeling a knot of anxiety in your stomach every time company news breaks? Are you worried about potential layoffs or restructuring? Job insecurity can be a real drag on your well-being and career growth. I understand your concerns. Here are some key signs to watch for that might indicate it's time to explore new opportunities:

Is your company experiencing constant downsizing, hiring freezes, or departmental mergers? These frequent changes can create a stressful atmosphere and signal potential instability.

Does your manager avoid discussing future goals or your role in the company's direction? A lack of transparency regarding career paths and long-term plans can be a red flag.

Are there limited opportunities for professional development? Is there a culture of stagnation and a lack of encouragement for upskilling or reskilling? A dead-end job can hinder your long-term career aspirations.

Do you feel underutilized or constantly passed over for challenging projects? Is your skillset not being leveraged effectively? Feeling undervalued can be demotivating and impact your sense of purpose.

Is your job impacting your mental or physical health? Are you experiencing burnout, anxiety, or decreased work-life balance? Prioritizing your well-being is crucial, and a toxic work environment might require a change.

 Leaving a job is a significant decision.  Before making the leap, consider:

Do you have an emergency fund to cover expenses during a job search?
Research current trends and opportunities in your field.
What kind of work environment and opportunities do you seek?

I can assist you in crafting a strong resume and cover letter, offer practice interviews, and connect you with valuable job search resources. Don't hesitate to schedule an appointment and explore your options.  Remember, your career path is yours to navigate.

The Global Professional Podcast

 Is It Time to Say Goodbye? - Episode 103

Let's learn words that start with the letter H.
Repeat after me:
hummingbird, hare, hippo, horse, hedgehog, honey, hyena, hamster, harp, hula hoop

Send me a message for your **FREE** flashcards to follow along.

Captain Sesalt & The ABC Pirates

Letter H

In today's episode we're going to learn some English idioms whilst practicing our listening comprehension. :)

English with Jack 

5 Common English Idioms 🇬🇧

Disfruta de esta entrevista a Suzanne, una estudiante de español y de sus respuestas a 7 preguntas sobre su proceso de estudiar español. ¡Seguramente puedan ayudarte!!

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

7 Preguntas a una estudiante de español

日本語の先生のTinaです！
今日は、「お祝（いわ）い」と「おわび」という言葉を紹介します。
前回紹介した「お礼（れい）」といっしょに、おぼえてくださいね！

Podcastを聞いて、クイズに答えよう！
レッスンの予約もお待ちしています♪
いっしょに、日本語の勉強をがんばりましょう :)

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