#331 Cooking Vocabulary - Cast Iron Skillet
Speak English Now – Mini-Stories with Georgiana
Release Date: 03/20/2025
#350 False Friends That Confuse Romance Language Speakers
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Hi! I want to talk about something that can really help you understand English vocabulary better — especially if you speak a Romance language like Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, or Romanian. These languages all come from Latin — you know, the language spoken by the Romans a long time ago. That’s why we call them Romance languages. Get the transcript on my website:
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#349 Learn English with Small Daily Habits
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Some students like to read while they listen. Others prefer to read afterward. It’s totally up to you. You might find it helps connect the sounds and the spelling—or just gives you more confidence. And one last thing before we jump in: Even if it feels like you’re learning slowly… you’re not. Small steps really do add up. Read the full text on my website:
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#348 Little Women - Learn Grammar in Context
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Today, I want to tell you about a book that I really love—Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott. To be honest, it’s one of my all-time favorite stories. It’s warm, emotional, and full of life. I’ve listened to the audiobook version, and what makes it extra special is that it’s a full-cast recording. That means each character has a different voice. It’s not just one person reading the book—it sounds more like a movie. And it really brings the story to life. Get the transcript here:
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#347 Be Patient With Your English – And With Yourself
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Today, I want to talk to you about something really simple—but very important. Be patient with yourself. This episode has three short parts: Why learning takes time How to stop being too hard on yourself A small mindset shift that can help you feel better Before we get started, don’t forget to get the transcript at
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#346 Anxiety when Speaking English
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In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about something very real—but often hidden: 👉 Why speaking English feels stressful… 👉 And how you can feel calmer, more focused, and more confident when you speak. Before we start, you can get the transcript at
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#345 Stop Apologizing So Much in English!
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Today’s episode is about something many English learners do too often: Saying “sorry” all the time—even when they don’t need to. Let me give you some examples: “Sorry, can I ask a question?” “Sorry, my English is bad.” “Sorry for bothering you.” “Sorry for my pronunciation.” Maybe you’ve said these before. Maybe you say them often. Read the text on my website:
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#344 How to Stay Calm and Aware While Speaking English
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In today’s episode, I want to talk about a very helpful idea for your English and your life. How to be more aware when Speaking English? Being aware means that you notice what is happening—inside of you and around you. You stop and ask: “How do I feel right now?” “What is my body doing?” “Am I breathing fast or slow?” “Am I nervous, or tired, or relaxed?” Get the transcript here:
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#343 Saying No Politely and Clearly - Assertiveness 4
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Today, we are continuing our Assertiveness Series, and we’ll focus on something very important: how to say "no" in English without feeling guilty. Hi! I’m Georgiana, and I’m back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast—the podcast that helps you speak English fluently, with no grammar and no textbooks. Before we start, get the transcript at
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#342 Assertiveness - The Power of Eye Contact
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Today, we’re continuing the Assertiveness Series, and we’ll talk about The Power of Eye Contact and Tone of Voice when speaking English. These two things—eye contact and how you sound—are just as important as the words you say. Get the transcript here:
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#341 What Is Gaslighting? – Understanding Manipulation and Its Effects
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The word "gaslighting" comes from a play called "Gas Light." written in 1938 by Patrick Hamilton. In this play, a husband tries to make his wife think she is losing her mind. He does some tricky things, like secretly making the lights from gas lamps in their house dimmer, and then he tells her that she's just imagining these changes. This play later became a movie. Nowadays, when we say "gaslighting," we mean when someone tries to make another person unsure about their own memory or feelings, similar to what the husband did to his wife in the story. Get the transcript here:...
info_outlineToday, I want to talk about something I use every day in my kitchen—my cast iron skillet.
A long time ago, I used different pans for cooking. Some were good, but they didn’t last long. Some had a nonstick surface, but after some time, it was gone. And some just didn’t cook food the way I liked.
Get the transcript on my website: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/331-cooking-vocabulary-cast-iron-skillet/