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If you’re learning English and have difficulty discovering intermediate-level content that is interesting and also made for English learners, English, please is for you! Get ready to boost your English listening skills with episodes lasting less than 10 minutes—enough time to dig into a subject, but short enough to add to your regular routine.


Each episode is designed to enhance your English language journey. I’ll provide you with clear, intermediate-level English that’s just right if you’re at a B1 or B2 level. You can download a full transcript for each episode. If you listen with an app that supports chapters, you can access definitions of new or difficult vocabulary as you listen.


It’s completely free—my way of spreading the joy of learning English to as many people as possible. Subscribe now, and let’s embark on an exciting adventure together in clear, understandable English! If you would like to support the show with a small contribution, I would be eternally grateful. I want to continue to improve the podcast, and I also want bring more tools and products to English learners all over the world!

Subscribe to the newsletter for occasional emails to help you practice! Questions? Comments? Email me —I'd love to hear from you!


Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

If you’re learning English and have difficulty discovering intermediate-level content that is interesting and also made for English learners, English, please is for you! Get ready to boost your English listening skills with episodes lasting less than 10 minutes—enough time to dig into a subject, but short enough to add to your regular routine.


Each episode is designed to enhance your English language journey. I’ll provide you with clear, intermediate-level English that’s just right if you’re at a B1 or B2 level. You can download a full transcript for each episode. If you listen with an app that supports chapters, you can access definitions of new or difficult vocabulary as you listen.


It’s completely free—my way of spreading the joy of learning English to as many people as possible. Subscribe now, and let’s embark on an exciting adventure together in clear, understandable English! If you would like to support the show with a small contribution, I would be eternally grateful. I want to continue to improve the podcast, and I also want bring more tools and products to English learners all over the world!

Subscribe to the newsletter for occasional emails to help you practice! Questions? Comments? Email me —I'd love to hear from you!


Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  • Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover
    Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover

    LATEST EPISODE

    Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English

    English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English If reading in English feels slow or difficult, this episode will show you how to make it easier (and maybe even fun)!. Learn about how to build reading habits that help you improve your vocabulary, grammar, and confidence over time. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_E49_ReadingTipsforIntermediateLearners.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    09min | Published on November 20, 2025

  • 50 episodes

      Season 3

    • Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover
      Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover
      Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English If reading in English feels slow or difficult, this episode will show you how to make it easier (and maybe even fun)!. Learn about how to build reading habits that help you improve your vocabulary, grammar, and confidence over time. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_E49_ReadingTipsforIntermediateLearners.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on November 20, 2025

    • Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English cover
      Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English cover
      Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English When learning a language, almost everyone at some point feels nervous when it's time to speak. I’m going to share some ways to feel more relaxed and confident when you speak English, and, as with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_E48.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on November 11, 2025

    • Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English cover
      Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English cover
      Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English Discover how American English began and how it grew apart from British English over time. Learn about some of the people, places, and events that helped shape the language spoken in the United States today. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Origins_of_American_English_E47.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on October 24, 2025

    • Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles cover
      Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles cover
      Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles Watching movies in English can be enjoyable, but also frustrating. What's the best way to enjoy the experience while also improving your understanding? In this episode, you’ll learn practical tips to watch English-language movies with confidence, gradually moving from subtitles in your language to English subtitles and finally no subtitles at all! As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_English-Lang-Movies_E46-c68g.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      07min | Published on October 2, 2025

    • Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day cover
      Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day cover
      Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day Columbus Day is a holiday that has changed a lot over the years in the United States. In this episode, you’ll learn how it began, why it became important, and why many Americans now celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Columbus-Indigenous_E45-a8gz.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      11min | Published on September 11, 2025

    • Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love cover
      Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love cover
      Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love Niagara Falls is one of the most famous natural wonders in the world. Located on the border between the United States and Canada, it features three powerful waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. You’ll learn about the history and beauty of Niagara Falls, as well as the importance of the Falls in the development of electricity. And you'll hear about romance, too! 💘 As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Niagra_Falls_E44.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      08min | Published on August 21, 2025

    • Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories cover
      Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories cover
      Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories Florida is one of the most famous states in the U.S., and not just because of its warm weather and beautiful beaches. In this episode, we’ll explore why Florida is so unique, from its diverse culture and famous attractions to its reputation for strange and surprising news stories. You’ll learn what “Florida Man” means, hear about some real-life examples, and understand why this state is so different from the rest of the USA. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Florida_Sunshine-Surprises-Strange_Stories_E43.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on August 12, 2025

    • Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English cover
      Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English cover
      Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English It can be frustrating when we hear a native speaker talking much more quickly than we expect! Fast spoken English can be tricky, even at the intermediate level! In this episode, I'll share some specific ways to help you understand normal, fast English speech. I’ll give you examples you can try right away, and I’ll suggest some simple exercises to build your confidence over time. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_UnderstandingFastEnglish_E42.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      10min | Published on August 6, 2025

    • Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head cover
      Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head cover
      Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head  Only a few hours east of New York City, there is a very different world where lots of New Yorkers go during the summer months. It's the Hamptons, and it has become one of the most well-known vacation spots in the USA, especially for the rich and famous. I'll discuss the Hamptons in clear, intermediate English, and as with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_StopTranslatingInYourHead_E41.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on July 10, 2025

    • Season 2

    • Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape cover
      Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape cover
      Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape All language learners translate in their heads when starting a new language, and it can become a habit. I'll share some reasons we do this, and I'll share some simple tips to think directly in English and stop translating what you hear or read into you native language, and then back to English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_TheHamptons_E40.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show! Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on June 22, 2025

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    Description

    If you’re learning English and have difficulty discovering intermediate-level content that is interesting and also made for English learners, English, please is for you! Get ready to boost your English listening skills with episodes lasting less than 10 minutes—enough time to dig into a subject, but short enough to add to your regular routine.


    Each episode is designed to enhance your English language journey. I’ll provide you with clear, intermediate-level English that’s just right if you’re at a B1 or B2 level. You can download a full transcript for each episode. If you listen with an app that supports chapters, you can access definitions of new or difficult vocabulary as you listen.


    It’s completely free—my way of spreading the joy of learning English to as many people as possible. Subscribe now, and let’s embark on an exciting adventure together in clear, understandable English! If you would like to support the show with a small contribution, I would be eternally grateful. I want to continue to improve the podcast, and I also want bring more tools and products to English learners all over the world!

    Subscribe to the newsletter for occasional emails to help you practice! Questions? Comments? Email me —I'd love to hear from you!


    Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    Description

    If you’re learning English and have difficulty discovering intermediate-level content that is interesting and also made for English learners, English, please is for you! Get ready to boost your English listening skills with episodes lasting less than 10 minutes—enough time to dig into a subject, but short enough to add to your regular routine.


    Each episode is designed to enhance your English language journey. I’ll provide you with clear, intermediate-level English that’s just right if you’re at a B1 or B2 level. You can download a full transcript for each episode. If you listen with an app that supports chapters, you can access definitions of new or difficult vocabulary as you listen.


    It’s completely free—my way of spreading the joy of learning English to as many people as possible. Subscribe now, and let’s embark on an exciting adventure together in clear, understandable English! If you would like to support the show with a small contribution, I would be eternally grateful. I want to continue to improve the podcast, and I also want bring more tools and products to English learners all over the world!

    Subscribe to the newsletter for occasional emails to help you practice! Questions? Comments? Email me —I'd love to hear from you!


    Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  • Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover
    Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover

    LATEST EPISODE

    Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English

    English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English If reading in English feels slow or difficult, this episode will show you how to make it easier (and maybe even fun)!. Learn about how to build reading habits that help you improve your vocabulary, grammar, and confidence over time. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_E49_ReadingTipsforIntermediateLearners.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    09min | Published on November 20, 2025

  • 50 episodes

      Season 3

    • Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover
      Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English cover
      Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 49: How to Build a Reading Habit in English If reading in English feels slow or difficult, this episode will show you how to make it easier (and maybe even fun)!. Learn about how to build reading habits that help you improve your vocabulary, grammar, and confidence over time. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_E49_ReadingTipsforIntermediateLearners.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on November 20, 2025

    • Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English cover
      Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English cover
      Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 48: Stop Being Afraid to Speak English When learning a language, almost everyone at some point feels nervous when it's time to speak. I’m going to share some ways to feel more relaxed and confident when you speak English, and, as with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_E48.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on November 11, 2025

    • Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English cover
      Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English cover
      Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 47: The Origins of "American" English Discover how American English began and how it grew apart from British English over time. Learn about some of the people, places, and events that helped shape the language spoken in the United States today. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Origins_of_American_English_E47.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on October 24, 2025

    • Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles cover
      Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles cover
      Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 46: How to Watch Movies in English Without Subtitles Watching movies in English can be enjoyable, but also frustrating. What's the best way to enjoy the experience while also improving your understanding? In this episode, you’ll learn practical tips to watch English-language movies with confidence, gradually moving from subtitles in your language to English subtitles and finally no subtitles at all! As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_English-Lang-Movies_E46-c68g.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      07min | Published on October 2, 2025

    • Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day cover
      Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day cover
      Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 45: Why Americans Argue About Columbus Day Columbus Day is a holiday that has changed a lot over the years in the United States. In this episode, you’ll learn how it began, why it became important, and why many Americans now celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Columbus-Indigenous_E45-a8gz.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      11min | Published on September 11, 2025

    • Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love cover
      Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love cover
      Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 44: Niagara Falls—Nature, Power, and Love Niagara Falls is one of the most famous natural wonders in the world. Located on the border between the United States and Canada, it features three powerful waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. You’ll learn about the history and beauty of Niagara Falls, as well as the importance of the Falls in the development of electricity. And you'll hear about romance, too! 💘 As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Niagra_Falls_E44.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      08min | Published on August 21, 2025

    • Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories cover
      Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories cover
      Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 43: Florida: Sunshine, Surprises, and Strange Stories Florida is one of the most famous states in the U.S., and not just because of its warm weather and beautiful beaches. In this episode, we’ll explore why Florida is so unique, from its diverse culture and famous attractions to its reputation for strange and surprising news stories. You’ll learn what “Florida Man” means, hear about some real-life examples, and understand why this state is so different from the rest of the USA. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_Florida_Sunshine-Surprises-Strange_Stories_E43.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on August 12, 2025

    • Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English cover
      Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English cover
      Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 42: Understanding Fast Spoken English It can be frustrating when we hear a native speaker talking much more quickly than we expect! Fast spoken English can be tricky, even at the intermediate level! In this episode, I'll share some specific ways to help you understand normal, fast English speech. I’ll give you examples you can try right away, and I’ll suggest some simple exercises to build your confidence over time. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_UnderstandingFastEnglish_E42.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      10min | Published on August 6, 2025

    • Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head cover
      Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head cover
      Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 41: Stop Translating in Your Head  Only a few hours east of New York City, there is a very different world where lots of New Yorkers go during the summer months. It's the Hamptons, and it has become one of the most well-known vacation spots in the USA, especially for the rich and famous. I'll discuss the Hamptons in clear, intermediate English, and as with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_StopTranslatingInYourHead_E41.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on July 10, 2025

    • Season 2

    • Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape cover
      Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape cover
      Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape

      English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language. Episode 40: The Hamptons—New York’s Luxury Escape All language learners translate in their heads when starting a new language, and it can become a habit. I'll share some reasons we do this, and I'll share some simple tips to think directly in English and stop translating what you hear or read into you native language, and then back to English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time. Episode vocabulary Access vocabulary words using a podcast player that supports chapters, like Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/?itscg=10000&itsct=pod-ovp-hrotop-apl-ref-22_0413), Player FM (https://www.player.fm/), Overcast (https://www.overcast.fm/).  Episode transcript (https://www.comullen.com/s/EnglishPlease_TheHamptons_E40.pdf) Podcast website (https://www.comullen.com/pod)  Buy me a coffee (https://buymeacoffee.com/englishplease) to support the show! Subscribe to the newsletter (https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1https://podcast.ausha.co/english-please?s=1) for episode updates and occasional English-language content to help you practice! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

      09min | Published on June 22, 2025

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