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#448 - 5 Reasons Why Most English Learners NEVER Get Fluent — Are You Making These Mistakes?

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Release Date: 06/30/2025

#448 - 5 Reasons Why Most English Learners NEVER Get Fluent — Are You Making These Mistakes?

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . In this energizing episode, Izzy and Ethan, with over 25 years of combined English teaching experience, break down the 5 biggest reasons why most English learners never reach fluency. You’ll discover why the same obstacles appear for nearly every learner worldwide — and, more importantly, how to overcome them so you can finally speak confidently and naturally. From the busy, distraction-filled life of a modern learner to the hidden mindset blocks that sabotage your progress, we unpack how to stop making these common mistakes that...

#447 - How Long Does it Take to Get Fluent in English? — My Experience and How to Reach Your English Fluency Faster (Than Me)

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . Are you wondering how long it actually takes to become fluent in English? In this powerful episode of the RealLife English Podcast, Ethan sits down with Izzy, our Fluency Coach and a passionate English learner who has reached a native-like level, and shares exactly how he did it. 💡 You'll discover: How long it took Izzy to become fluent (and why it might be faster for you!) The three key strategies he used to accelerate his learning A special mindset hack inspired by Tim Ferriss to help you learn smarter, not harder ...

#446 - My Daily Routine for Learning Languages — Improve Your English Every Day with These Habits for the Morning, Afternoon, and Evening

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . Struggling to stay consistent with your English learning? Discover the powerful daily routine that helps language learners succeed — morning, afternoon, and evening. In this episode, Ethan shares the RealLife Way methodology, backed by mental health habits, communication practice, and real human connection. Learn how to stop thinking like a learner and start living as an English speaker — plus hear Ethan’s personal stories from learning six other languages. Don’t miss this practical and motivational guide to making English part...

#445 - Improve Your English Speaking with 5 Funny NEWS STORIES — Podcast for English Learners

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . In this laugh-out-loud episode, Izzy teams up with Humbert, our video producer and resident movie buff, to break down some of the craziest real news stories — including a parrot swearing at zoo visitors, a suspect caught thanks to a hilariously bad sketch, and even an alligator used in a robbery! As always, you’ll pick up loads of natural English expressions while having a great time. At the end, Humbert shares his passion for movies, gives you a peek behind the scenes of how we create our TV series lessons, and even recommends a...

#444 - 3 Exercises to Speak English Faster (Like a Native) — Proven Tips That Work For Anyone, Why You Still Speak Slowly, and Using Rap Songs to Train Your English

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . In this episode, Ethan shares 3 powerful exercises to help you unlock fast, fluent English! Learn practical tips to boost your speaking speed, discover fun travel-related vocabulary, and test your listening skills with Oprah, Adele, and Homer Simpson. And how about a rap song challenge? Tune in to have some fun while learning to speak fast English! .......... Follow us on:

#443 - How You Can Speak English with CONFIDENCE — We Analyzed the Speech of These 5 Non-Native Celebrities

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journeys of five celebrities who learned English as a second language and used it as a powerful tool to connect with the world and achieve international success. Join Izzy and Ethan as they break down real video clips of each star, analyze their English, and highlight one powerful takeaway from each speaker. Whether you're working on your fluency, pronunciation, or confidence, you'll walk away with actionable tips to help you speak English more naturally and with impact. .............

#442 - Learn 30 Advanced Expressions From This Powerful TED Talk — Best TED Talks for Learning English

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . In this inspiring episode, Ethan takes you on a journey through one of the most powerful TED Talks ever — Jill Bolte Taylor’s “My Stroke of Insight.” You'll not only learn 30+ advanced English expressions in context, but you’ll also explore fascinating ideas about the brain, ego, emotions, and human connection. Ethan breaks down key moments from the TED Talk to help you understand and use natural English more confidently. He also brings in insights from Eckhart Tolle’s “What Exactly IS the Ego?” and shares his favorite...

#442 - Learn 30 Advanced Expressions From This Powerful TED Talk — Best TED Talks for Learning English

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

#441 - How to Stop Translating in Your Head and START to Think in English — Here's What I Did

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . Want to stop translating in your head and start thinking naturally in English? In this episode, Izzy shares his personal journey from being a native Portuguese speaker in Brazil to mastering fluent English. Discover 3 powerful principles that helped him break free from the habit of mental translation — including the surprising truth about why deliberate practice is the key. It’s like learning to drive — awkward at first, but automatic with time. Tune in and take your English thinking to the next level! .......... Follow...

#440 - How to Become FLUENT in English by Playing Video Games — Stories From Learners Who Did it, and Our Favorite Video Games from Our Childhoods

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the . In this episode, Izzy and Ethan explore how video games helped RealLife English team members learn real, everyday English. Discover three inspiring stories, learn why gaming is an underrated learning tool, and get recommendations for mobile games you can start using today. Plus, take a nostalgic trip with us through some classic games from our childhood! .......... Follow us on:

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In this energizing episode, Izzy and Ethan, with over 25 years of combined English teaching experience, break down the 5 biggest reasons why most English learners never reach fluency. You’ll discover why the same obstacles appear for nearly every learner worldwide — and, more importantly, how to overcome them so you can finally speak confidently and naturally.

From the busy, distraction-filled life of a modern learner to the hidden mindset blocks that sabotage your progress, we unpack how to stop making these common mistakes that are keeping you from your dream of fluency. You’ll also get practical, real-world examples and wisdom from top speakers to understand how to build consistent, confident speaking habits.

Listen now to learn:

- Why your busy life is blocking your fluency (and what to do about it)

- The truth about consistency vs. perfection in your speaking practice

- Simple mindset shifts to finally speak English naturally

- Real-life tips from millions of learners who have gone before you

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