Everyday English Academy

Stop waiting for the perfect moment to start your goals. Learn how to talk about taking action in this English podcast.
Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss natural English usage through a fun anecdote about someone who just kept eating when they could not find the right words. This episode is designed for A2-B1 English learners who want to hear how native speakers describe persistence and daily habits.
You will improve your English listening practice by following this slow, easy dialogue. By listening to the hosts break down these phrases, you will gain the confidence to express your own ideas about motivation and overcoming procrastination in your daily life.
Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you have ever waited for the perfect moment to start something. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Boost your English listening practice with this 40-minute conversation. Learn how to catch subtle meanings in real-speed speech.
Join Sarah and Mike as they break down the phrase "pick up on" during a natural dialogue. This episode is perfect for B1 English learners who want to understand how native speakers notice changes in tone and nuance that are not always stated directly. By following their discussion, you will get comfortable with the idea that sometimes you need to guess the rest of the meaning based on context.
You will focus on conversational English phrases that help you follow fast-paced discussions without getting lost. Sarah and Mike share practical examples to help you improve listening skills, ensuring you feel more confident when talking to others. This slow-paced breakdown allows you to focus on the details of natural speech patterns so you can apply them to your own conversations.
Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you usually pick up on subtle changes in tone. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Learn how to talk about your future plans in this English learning podcast designed for B1 level students.
Sarah and Mike discuss whether you need a big plan for your life or if having a backup plan is enough. They break down natural phrases like the whole sentence and discuss how to keep your perspective positive when things do not go as expected. This conversation is perfect for B1 English learners who want to improve their fluency while talking about life choices.
You will build your natural conversational skills by following this slow, easy dialogue. By listening to how Sarah and Mike express their thoughts on planning, you will gain practical vocabulary to describe your own goals and backup strategies. This episode provides consistent listening practice to help you feel more comfortable speaking English in everyday situations.
Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you prefer to have a big plan or just go with the flow. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Learn how to talk about October in English with natural phrases for describing the changing seasons and upcoming holidays.
Join Sarah and Mike as they explore the interesting origin of the word October. In this episode, they discuss how the calendar shift affects our vocabulary and share descriptive phrases like colours finally show and a whole wall of Christmas. This conversation is designed for B1 English learners who want to build confidence when discussing seasonal changes and festive preparations in daily conversation.
You will improve your English listening practice by following a slow, easy dialogue that focuses on common seasonal expressions. Whether you are explaining the shift in weather or talking about holiday plans, you will gain practical vocabulary to express yourself clearly. By listening to how Sarah and Mike break down these phrases, you will find it easier to incorporate descriptive language into your own English speaking.
Keep practising by telling us in the comments which part of October you enjoy the most. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.

Are you stuck on the intermediate plateau? Join Sarah and Mike as they discuss overcoming common hurdles to improve English.
In this episode, Sarah and Mike have a candid conversation about the challenges of language learning. They start with a specific rule about avoiding the word 'nice' and share a funny story about Mike going blank during an interview. By listening to this dialogue, you will understand how to push past the B1 English learners stage where progress feels slow and difficult.
This conversation is perfect for anyone looking for consistent English listening practice. Sarah shares her own journey of making weekly progress, helping you see that steady improvement is possible even when you feel stuck. You will gain practical insights into how to maintain momentum as you work toward better English fluency.
Keep practising by telling us in the comments if you have ever felt stuck while learning a language. Subscribe to Everyday English Academy for a new episode every week.