Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

Bree Aesie
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Podcast Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

Learn real English through inspiring stories told by people from all over the world. Intermediate to advanced learners — including those preparing for Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced, and IELTS exams — will improve their English by listening to life-changing stories and motivational advice. Bree Aesie uses her psychology background to take you into the lives of extraordinary people, discovering different English accents and cultures. Studies show that stories activate your brain, making fluency fun and easy. Join our newsletter and access learning materials at www.intothestorypodcast.com.

  1. # 64 | Change of Pace (with Megan Nicholls)

    HÁ 14 H

    # 64 | Change of Pace (with Megan Nicholls)

    After her dream job left her exhausted, Megan Nicholls decides to change her pace completely.  Level: Upper Intermediate   Accent: United Kingdom (Manchester) 🥧 FREE EPISODE PACK is still cooking — check back later! 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - TO RUSTLE: To make a soft, crackling sound, usually from something moving, like leaves or paper. "The wind rustled the leaves in the trees."  - PICK UP THE PACE: To go or work faster. "We need to pick up the pace if we want to finish on time." - TO AIR (SOMETHING) OUT: To let fresh air into something, like a room or clothing. “I aired my shoes out after the hike.” - TO BE AT EASE: To feel comfortable and relaxed. "He felt at ease after solving the problem. - TO BE STILTED: Awkward or unnatural, especially in speech or movement. "Their conversation felt stilted, with long pauses."  Episode Links:  - Learn more about Megan Nicholls at her website megalanguagecoach.com 👉 ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter⁠⁠ — full of practical tips, inspiring ideas, and tools to enhance your English and your mindset. Sponsors That Support This Podcast: -⁠⁠ ⁠Free course Cambridge B2 First⁠⁠⁠ for Spanish speakers from AC English School -⁠⁠ ⁠Enjoy a 5% discount on IATI travel insurance,⁠⁠⁠ a company my family uses and trusts

    20min
  2. #63 | Having The Courage To Stand Up (with Ariel Goodbody)

    11 DE SET.

    #63 | Having The Courage To Stand Up (with Ariel Goodbody)

    Ariel Goodbody steps into the world of stand-up comedy with a performance no one expected.  Level: Advanced  Accent: United Kingdom (Bath) 👉 Get the FREE EPISODE PACK to go further Into the Story. 5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story: - DEADPAN: To say something serious or with no emotion, often in a funny way. "He told the joke in a deadpan voice, and everyone laughed." - A SET (COMEDY): A group of jokes or a routine performed by a comedian. "She practiced her set for the open mic." - TO BE UNSETTLED: To feel disturbed or uncomfortable, either mentally or physically. "He felt unsettled after hearing the bad news." - TO PUT (SOMETHING) OFF: To delay or postpone something. "She put off studying until the night before the exam." - TO BE OVERDONE: To be done too much or in an excessive way. "The meme was funny at first, but now it’s overdone." Episode Links:  - Learn more about Ariel Goodbody at their website, ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com 👉 ⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter⁠ — full of practical tips, inspiring ideas, and tools to enhance your English and your mindset. Sponsors That Support This Podcast: -⁠ ⁠Free course Cambridge B2 First⁠⁠ for Spanish speakers from AC English School -⁠ ⁠Enjoy a 5% discount on IATI travel insurance,⁠⁠ a company my family uses and trusts

    24min
  3. #62 | Changing Your Perspective (with Rob Rudge)

    27 DE AGO.

    #62 | Changing Your Perspective (with Rob Rudge)

    Rob Rudge tells a story about that moment when you’re so close to a problem that you can’t see the solution. Level: Upper-Intermediate  Accent: United Kingdom (Yorkshire) FREE EPISODE LEARNING PACKAGE⁠ to make the most of this episode and subscribe to our newsletter to take your English much further. SPONSORS THAT SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: - Free course Cambridge B2 First for Spanish speakers from AC English School - Enjoy a 5% discount on IATI travel insurance, a company my family uses and trusts 5 words & expressions in today's story: - UPBRINGING: The way a child is raised and taught by their parents. Examples: "Her strict upbringing influenced her strong work ethic." or "He credits his upbringing for his sense of responsibility." - TO KICK BACK: To relax and do nothing. Examples: "After a long day, I just want to kick back and watch TV." or "She kicked back on the sofa with a good book." - MAIN DRAG: The main street or central road in a town or city. Examples: "The main drag is always busy with traffic." or "Shops and restaurants line the main drag of the city." - WITHOUT BATTING AN EYE: Without showing any reaction or surprise. Examples: "She handled the criticism without batting an eye." or "He agreed to the risky plan without batting an eye." - TO DREAD: To feel great fear or anxiety about something. Examples: "She dreaded going to the dentist." or "He dreaded the long flight ahead." Episode Links:  - Learn more about Rob Rudge at his website, Energetic English  - Listen to Rob & Bree chat about small talk on The Business English Podcast 💛 Want more from Into the Story? Subscribe to our⁠⁠ ⁠free newsletter⁠⁠⁠ to get a quick email from Bree every few weeks filled with practical tips, fascinating topics from the world of psychology, and strategies to improve your life.

    22min
  4. #61 | Making Something Possible (with Fabio Cerpelloni)

    13 DE AGO.

    #61 | Making Something Possible (with Fabio Cerpelloni)

    Fabio decides to contact someone famous and what ends up happening gives him a new perspective on what becomes possible, when you ask.  Level: Intermediate  Accent: Non-Native English Speaker (Italy) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript, and more. WE HAVE A NEW SPONSOR! 5% OFF in my TRAVEL INSURANCE - I contacted them after several years using it with my family, not the other way around. I recommend it because it's been working really well for me. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - THERE'S SOMETHING HERE: An expression used to say that something is interesting or has potential. - TO SHOW UP (IN THE SENSE OF DOING YOUR BEST): To be present and perform to the best of your ability. - TO LET SOMEONE DOWN: To disappoint someone by not meeting their expectations. - CATASTROPHIZING: Imagining the worst possible outcome of a situation. - TO LOSE SIGHT OF SOMETHING: To forget or overlook something important. Episode Links: - Learn more about Fabio Cerplloni at www.fabiocerpelloni.com 💛 Want more from Into the Story? Subscribe to our⁠⁠ ⁠free newsletter⁠⁠⁠ to get a quick email from Bree every few weeks filled with practical tips, fascinating topics from the world of psychology, and strategies to improve your life.

    19min
  5. Season 6 Trailer

    6 DE AGO.

    Season 6 Trailer

    New episodes starting August 13, 2024 — Join Bree as she explores stories that inspire and improve your English.

    1min
  6. Sisters, Sisters Part 2 (from Easy Stories in English)

    30 DE JUL.

    Sisters, Sisters Part 2 (from Easy Stories in English)

    Season 6 of Into the Story arrives August 2024! Meanwhile, enjoy this fiction story from Ariel Goodbody of Easy Stories in English about two sisters. If you haven't already listened to ⁠Sisters, Sisters (Part 1)⁠, go listen now! Angeline and Annabelle are a classic sister act. Annabelle writes the songs and they sing together, but Angeline gets all the compliments. When a music producer offers a deal to Annabelle, she realizes she can't let the opportunity go. But what starts as a harmonious collaboration soon turns into a discordant nightmare… Level: Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Bath)  👉 Get the full transcript at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Sisters  Episode Vocabulary:  - DYE: To change the color of something using a special liquid. Examples: "She dyed her hair bright red." or "They dyed the fabric blue for the costumes." - VOCALS: The singing part of a song. Examples: "Her vocals were amazing in the concert." or "He provided the vocals for the band's latest album." - SYNTHESIZER: An electronic instrument that creates various sounds. Examples: "He played the melody on the synthesizer." or "The band used a synthesizer to add electronic effects to their music." - CUT OUT: To remove something by cutting. Examples: "She cut out the article from the newspaper." or "He cut out pictures from magazines for his collage." Episode Links: - Find more episodes like this one at Easy Stories in English  💛 Want more from Into the Story? Subscribe to our⁠ ⁠free newsletter⁠⁠ to get a quick email from Bree every few weeks filled with practical tips, fascinating topics from the world of psychology, and strategies to improve your life.

    19min
  7. Sisters, Sisters Part 1 (from Easy Stories in English)

    16 DE JUL.

    Sisters, Sisters Part 1 (from Easy Stories in English)

    Season 6 of Into the Story arrives August 2024! Meanwhile, enjoy this fiction story from Ariel Goodbody of Easy Stories in English about two sisters. Angeline and Annabelle are a classic sister act. Annabelle writes the songs and they sing together, but Angeline gets all the compliments. When a music producer offers a deal to Annabelle, she realises she can't let the opportunity go. But what starts as a harmonious collaboration soon turns into a discordant nightmare... Level: Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Bath)  👉 Get the full transcript at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Sisters  Episode Vocabulary:  - FIDDLE: To play with something in a restless or nervous way. Examples: "He fiddled with his pen during the meeting." or "She fiddled with her hair while she talked." - SPRINKLES: Tiny pieces of candy used to decorate desserts. Examples: "She added sprinkles to the cupcakes for a festive look." or "The ice cream was topped with colorful sprinkles." - KEEP YOUR NOSE CLEAN: To stay out of trouble. Examples: "He tries to keep his nose clean and avoid any legal issues." or "She was advised to keep her nose clean at her new job." - COMPLIMENT: A polite expression of praise or admiration. Examples: "She gave him a compliment on his new haircut." or "He received many compliments on his performance." - FLIRT: To behave playfully towards someone you are attracted to. Examples: "He likes to flirt with her at parties." or "She was flirting with him at the coffee shop." - PINCH: To squeeze tightly between the fingers. Examples: "She pinched her arm to make sure she wasn't dreaming." or "He pinched his brother playfully." - FLAP: To move up and down or back and forth quickly. Examples: "The bird flapped its wings and flew away." or "The flag flapped in the strong wind." - X MEETS Y: A way to describe something as a combination of two different things. Examples: "The movie is like 'Indiana Jones meets Star Wars.'" or "Her music is a mix of pop meets classical." - BROADSHEET: A large-format newspaper known for serious journalism. Examples: "He reads the broadsheet every morning for the latest news." or "The broadsheet published an in-depth article on the topic." - NOTE (MUSIC): A single sound of a particular pitch in music. Examples: "She played a high note on the piano." or "He hit the perfect note during his solo." - HIKE: A long walk, usually in the countryside or wilderness. Examples: "They went for a hike in the mountains." or "She enjoys hiking on weekends." Episode Links: - Find more episodes like this one at Easy Stories in English  💛 Want more from Into the Story? Subscribe to our⁠ ⁠free newsletter⁠⁠ to get a quick email from Bree every few weeks filled with practical tips, fascinating topics from the world of psychology, and strategies to improve your life.

    28min
  8. Unexpected Turns (with Christie Cunningham)

    2 DE JUL.

    Unexpected Turns (with Christie Cunningham)

    Christie was on tour as a professional dancer when unexpected turns teach her about strength and confidence, even when things get difficult. Level: upper intermediate  Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - BREAD AND BUTTER: Someone's main job or main source of income. Examples: "For many musicians, playing concerts is their bread and butter." or "Writing is her bread and butter; it pays all her bills." - OUT OF THE BLUE: Something happens suddenly and unexpectedly. Examples: "I was walking home, and out of the blue, it started raining heavily." or "He received a phone call out of the blue from an old friend." - BUMP UP: This phrasal verb means to upgrade or move to a higher position or level. Examples: "She was bumped up to a manager position at work." or "The airline bumped up her seat to business class for free." - LONG STORY SHORT: To explain only the most important parts of a story, leaving out unnecessary details. Examples: "The car broke down, we missed the event, and long story short, it was a terrible day." or "Long story short, we decided to move to a new city after many discussions." - TO BURN OUT: This phrasal verb can mean two things: (1) When a fire stops burning because there is no more fuel. Example: "The campfire burned out after we ran out of wood." (2) When a person becomes very tired and can't continue because they have worked too hard. Example: "The campfire burned out after we ran out of wood." or "After working nonstop for months, he finally burned out and needed a vacation." Episode Links: - To find out more about Christie Cunningham, visit her website 💛 Want more from Into the Story? Subscribe to our⁠ ⁠free newsletter⁠⁠ to get a quick email from Bree every few weeks filled with practical tips, fascinating topics from the world of psychology, and strategies to improve your life

    17min
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Learn real English through inspiring stories told by people from all over the world. Intermediate to advanced learners — including those preparing for Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced, and IELTS exams — will improve their English by listening to life-changing stories and motivational advice. Bree Aesie uses her psychology background to take you into the lives of extraordinary people, discovering different English accents and cultures. Studies show that stories activate your brain, making fluency fun and easy. Join our newsletter and access learning materials at www.intothestorypodcast.com.

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