American English With Brent

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If you’re looking to improve your English, this podcast is for you. An American who speaks English slowly, so you can understand. Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisguy4/subscribe

  1. 1d ago

    What Trump Just Did to Venezuela’s Oil Shocked Everyone (English Breakdown)

    Did Donald Trump really steal oil from Venezuela? Watch this video to understand the news and learn new English words.✅ Book a 1 on 1 conversation with me: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/You will get: Extended Conversation: More time to speak naturally and practice real-life English.Personal Feedback: Direct corrections on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.Video Recording: Watch your lesson again to review your progress.Full Transcript: Get written text of our call to study new words and phrases.Link to the Original Newscast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVFYc9t76ro1. Bring Down (Phrasal Verb): To make a price lower, or to make someone feel sad.: Please do not let the rainy weather bring down your good mood on your day off.2. Secretary of State (Noun) Written as "Sect of State" in the image.: A very important government worker who talks to leaders of other countries.: The Secretary of State is traveling today to discuss global trade rules.3. Bold (Adjective): Not afraid of taking risks, or a very strong, bright color.: My daughter made a bold choice to paint her kitchen bright purple.4. Policy (Noun): An official rule made by a government or a business.: Our new office policy allows us to work from home on Fridays to spend time with family.5. Securing (Verb): Making something safe, or getting something important that you need.: My husband is securing the bicycles to the back of the car for our weekend trip.6. Stable (Adjective): Strong, safe, and not changing quickly.: It is important to find a stable job to help pay for your children's school.7. Reserves (Noun): Extra supplies you keep safely until you need them later.: We keep extra reserves of coffee in the cabinet for early Monday mornings.8. Hemisphere (Noun): One half of the Earth.: When it is winter in the northern hemisphere, my friends in Australia are enjoying hot summer days.9. Reconstruction (Noun): The work of building something again after it is broken or damaged.: The reconstruction of the old highway means my drive to work will take longer this month.10. AAA (Noun): A helpful organization that sends a mechanic to fix your car or tow it when it breaks down on the road.: When we got a flat tire on the way to our family camping trip, we called AAA to help us get back on the road quickly.11. November Midterms (Noun): Important political elections in the United States that happen in the middle of a president's four-year term.: Many adults watch the news during the November Midterms to see which leaders will win.12. Medal of Honor (Noun): The highest award given to someone in the military for being very brave.: We watched a television program about brave soldiers who earned the Medal of Honor.13. The Dark Ages (Idiom / Noun): A time in history that was difficult, or a funny way to describe life before modern technology.: Before we bought a washing machine, my wife joked that we were living in the dark ages!14. The Golden Age (Noun): A historical time when art, money, or a specific activity was at its absolute best.: My father loves to play guitar and believes the 1970s was the golden age of rock music.15. Revival (Noun): The process of something old becoming popular, active, or important again.: There is a big revival of knitting, and many parents are making sweaters for their babies.16. Academy (Noun) : A special school where you learn specific skills.: My teenager wants to attend a cooking academy to become a professional chef.

  2. 4d ago

    Canadians are FURIOUS! The "Lake America" English Lesson You Need NOW

    Let's learn new English words about the big news story of "Lake America." Watch this video to practice important vocabulary and improve your English today!✅ Book a 1 on 1 conversation with me: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/You will get: Extended Conversation: More time to speak naturally and practice real-life English.Personal Feedback: Direct corrections on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.Video Recording: Watch your lesson again to review your progress.Full Transcript: Get written text of our call to study new words and phrases.1. Executive OrderNounA strict rule made by a president or leader.The president signed an executive order to build new schools for our children.2. Lake OntarioNounA very large body of water in North America.My family likes to go fishing on Lake Ontario during our summer holidays.3. The Great LakesNounA group of five huge lakes in North America.We are planning a long camping trip near The Great Lakes next year.4. Effective ImmediatelyPhraseStarting right now.The boss said the new coffee machine is free for everyone, effective immediately.5. StraightforwardAdjectiveEasy to understand; not difficult.The instructions for building this toy bed are very straightforward.6. To UpdateVerbTo make something modern or add new information.I need to update my computer before I can email my boss.7. Volume (water)NounThe amount of space water takes up.The volume of water in the pool is enough for all the neighborhood kids to swim.8. RenamingVerb (Gerund)Giving a new name to something.We are renaming our rescue dog because he does not look like a "Rex."9. AmidPrepositionIn the middle of something.She found her missing car keys amid the children's toys on the living room floor.10. EscalatedVerbBecame worse, louder, or more serious quickly.The argument between the two brothers escalated when they broke a window.11. EntrenchedAdjectiveA habit or belief that is very hard to change.His habit of drinking green tea every morning is deeply entrenched.12. The Long HaulNoun PhraseA long time or a big effort over time.Raising children is not a short job; you are in it for the long haul.13. FrequentAdjectiveHappening very often.He is a frequent visitor to the garden store because he loves planting flowers.14. Tit for TatNoun PhraseDoing something bad to someone because they did something bad to you.The coworkers hid each other's pens in a silly game of tit for tat.15. Fall ApartVerb PhraseTo break into pieces or fail.My favorite work boots are starting to fall apart after ten years on the job.16. Responding in kindPhraseAnswering someone in the same way they acted towards you.When her neighbor baked her a cake, she was responding in kind by making him cookies.17. AluminumNounA light, silver metal.I always recycle my aluminum cans after I finish drinking my soda.

  3. Aug 27

    Iran Has a Terrible Message for Trump’s Youngest Son, Barron

    Improve your English listening comprehension and vocabulary with this breakdown of the latest story involving Iran and Barron Trump. Watch until the end to master new expressions and see how native speakers analyze current world events.✅ Book a 1 on 1 conversation with me: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/You will get: Extended Conversation: More time to speak naturally and practice real-life English.Personal Feedback: Direct corrections on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.Video Recording: Watch your lesson again to review your progress.Full Transcript: Get written text of our call to study new words and phrases.1. Disturbing (Adjective): Making you feel worried.: It is disturbing when the baby cries all night.2. Aired (Verb): Shown on TV or radio.: My favorite cooking show aired right after I finished work.3. Bounty (Noun): Money given as a reward.: They put a bounty on the young man’s head.4. Spend Time (Verb Phrase): To use time doing something.: I love to spend time in my garden on Sundays.5. Mention (Verb): To say something quickly.: Did your boss mention when the new project will start?6. Secret Service (Noun): Police who protect leaders.: The Secret Service walks closely with the president.7. Threat (Noun): A danger or warning.: A heavy snowstorm is a threat to our travel plans.8. Formerly (Adverb): In the past.: I formerly worked in a bank, but now I drive a taxi.9. Apparent (Adjective): Easy to see.: It was apparent that my son was tired after his game.10. Any Given Time (Noun Phrase): At any moment.: At any given time, my kitchen is full of kids eating snacks.11. Especially (Adverb): More than usual.: I enjoy all music, but I especially love old jazz.12. All-Out (Adjective): Using all your energy.: We made an all-out effort to clean before the guests arrived.13. Consequences (Noun): What happens because of an action.: If you are late to work, the consequences might be bad.14. In Your Interest (Phrase): Good for you.: It is in your interest to save money from your paycheck.15. State TV (Noun): TV controlled by the government.: My grandfather only watches the news on State TV.16. Similar (Adjective): Almost the same.: My sister and I have similar jobs at the hospital.17. Individuals (Noun): People.: The cooking class has ten individuals from around the world.18. Assassination (Noun): The murder of a leader.: The history book explained the assassination of a king.19. The First Family (Noun): The family of a country's leader.: The First Family waved to the crowd during the holiday.20. Intelligence (Noun): Secret government information.: Government intelligence helps keep citizens safe from danger.21. Intelligent (Adjective): Very smart.: My daughter is intelligent and finishes her homework early.22. Propaganda (Noun): False information meant to persuade.: The angry street posters felt like political propaganda.23. Deal With It (Verb Phrase): To fix a hard situation.: When the sink broke, I called a plumber to deal with it.24. Dramatically (Adverb): In a very big way.: Food prices have changed dramatically since last year.25. Beef Up (Phrasal Verb): To make something stronger.: We need to beef up the lock on the garage door.

  4. Aug 23

    An Hour of English Listening from Peru (Walk and Talk English)

    Join me for a walk through a beautiful village in Peru while you practice your English listening skills. Listen carefully to the natural conversation and see how much you can understand!✅ Book a 1 on 1 conversation with me: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/You will get: Extended Conversation: More time to speak naturally and practice real-life English.Personal Feedback: Direct corrections on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.Video Recording: Watch your lesson again to review your progress.Full Transcript: Get written text of our call to study new words and phrases.

  5. Aug 9

    90-Minute English Masterclass: Speak Fluently & Confidently

    ✅ Book a 1 on 1 conversation with me: https://youtube.com/live/ukWDLw2Ah_Q Welcome to your ultimate 90-minute English masterclass designed to help you communicate with absolute confidence. In this supersized episode, we dive deep into common speaking mistakes, how to instantly fix them, and the essential habits you need to improve your fluency. Settle in, get ready to practice, and let's take your spoken English to the next level today!

  6. Jul 30

    Listen Every Night to Speak English Fluently (10-Hour Sleep Lesson)

    Welcome to 10 hours of soothing English lessons designed to help you relax, fall asleep, and improve your fluency naturally. Just press play, drift off to sleep, and let your brain absorb clear English vocabulary and pronunciation overnight.☀️ Summer is the perfect time to level up your English fluency!Private 1-on-1 conversation sessions are officially back. Let’s work together in a comfortable space to build your speaking confidence, sharpen your pronunciation, and fix common mistakes.👉 Click here to reserve your 60-minute session:https://brent-watson-s-school.teachable.com/l/products⚠️ Note: Private coaching slots are limited weekly, so grab your time slot early!✅ Preview the advanced classes that will help you watch and read the news in English in just 30 days here: https://brent-watson-s-school.teachable.com/l/products💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join⬛ CAN I JUMP OFF THIS BRIDGE WHILE TEACHING ENGLISH?? https://youtu.be/fZpFesaqmfcAFFILIATE LINKS FOR AMAZONhttps://www.amazon.com/shop/americanenglishwiththisguy📘SHORT STORIES FOR BEGINNERS TO IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH: https://amzn.to/3wMP6B4🔥TO FIND THE LITTLE STOVE I USED IN THE CEMETERY: https://amzn.to/3kogjHW🍲 HERE'S A LINK TO THE FREEZE DRIED MEAL I ATE AT THE CEMETERY: https://amzn.to/36BDEh0 🎥 THE CAMERA I USED FOR THE BRIDGE JUMP: https://amzn.to/3yZC2da🎤 THE MICROPHONE I USE FOR LIVESTREAMS: https://amzn.to/3BlxVds🦟 LINK TO GET RID OF THE BUGS: https://amzn.to/3wNHe2h🧊 MY CAR FAN: https://amzn.to/3zoW7dh📲 MY CAR PHONE MOUNT: https://amzn.to/3xTDNII📱 THE PHONE I USE TO RECORD B-ROLL: https://amzn.to/3Bc1UVf🥄THE SPOON AND FORK SET https://amzn.to/3kwMXqM🫐THE QUICK GRANOLA FROM MAINE: https://amzn.to/2UZNBlI👁️ 1984 by George Orwell: https://amzn.to/3zX319z🔌 THE GREEN MILE by Stephen King https://amzn.to/3yhLxEJ🚶 THE LONG WALK by Stephen King https://amzn.to/3A078li*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.🎵 THE MUSIC I USE AT EPIDEMIC SOUND: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/cr1yxd/🎢Check out the Amusement Park, Funtown: https://www.funtownsplashtownusa.com/🟩 Here is the 24 Hour Overnight at McDonald's Lesson: https://youtu.be/myVzQEPYA7s🇺🇸 WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA? Here's some shadowing practice. https://youtu.be/OVKuB984Sv8🟥 LEARN ENGLISH AT THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SPOT IN MAINE https://youtu.be/PQw_W-XJnho🟧 Follow this link for bonus credits from ITALKI for online English lessons after your first purchase: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1355613&u=2346050&m=70611&urllink=&afftrack=🟩 My Other English Learning Channel: https://www.youtube.com/americanenglishguytoo🟦 I livestream with STREAMYARD. I you want to livestream, click the link for a $10 credit: https://streamyard.com?pal=6287572368359424🟥 Here is the English Teacher Challenge I did while walking to my mom's house: https://youtu.be/xW1jUcfpSXA⬛ Here is a playlist of lessons where I get out in the community and teach English: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZJxW7kBsjp9O8DIb-35wu

  7. Jul 18

    People are Losing Their Minds: ICE Kills Again (Learn English With the News)

    Improve your English vocabulary and listening skills as we dive into the chilling details behind the headline "ICE Kills Again." In this lesson, we break down real-world expressions and advanced phrasing to help you speak better, more natural English using true crime and current events.💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join👉 Click here to reserve your 60-minute session:https://brent-watson-s-school.teachable.com/l/products⚠️ Note: Private coaching slots are limited weekly, so grab your time slot early!✅ Preview the advanced classes that will help you watch and read the news in English in just 30 days here: https://brent-watson-s-school.teachable.com/l/products

  8. Jul 11

    Stop Sounding Like a Beginner: Learn Trump's Shocking NATO English

    Learn new English vocabulary by studying what Donald Trump recently said about Iran at a NATO meeting. This lesson will help you understand real news stories and talk about important world events.✅ Ready to sound like a natural English speaker? Improve your pronunciation now with BoldVoice and save 20%: https://start.boldvoice.com/BRENT20?d=R10&z=1Vocabulary Lesson Guide1. In His ViewPart of Speech: PhraseSimple Definition: What a man thinks or believes about a topic.Example Sentence: In his view, cooking at home is much healthier than eating at a restaurant.2. BarragePart of Speech: NounSimple Definition: Many things coming at you all at once (like questions).Example Sentence: I received a barrage of emails at the office this morning.3. MOUPart of Speech: NounSimple Definition: A basic agreement between groups before a final contract is made.Example Sentence: Our company signed an MOU with the new factory.4. ScumPart of Speech: NounSimple Definition: A dirty layer on top of a liquid, or a very bad person.Example Sentence: I spent my Saturday morning cleaning the soap scum from the shower.5. Sick People (Mentally-Ill)Part of Speech: Noun PhraseSimple Definition: People who have an illness in their mind and need care.Example Sentence: It is important for sick people to get proper help from a good doctor.6. Vicious PeoplePart of Speech: Noun PhraseSimple Definition: People who are very angry, mean, and want to hurt others.Example Sentence: We teach our children to stay far away from vicious people.7. NATOPart of Speech: NounSimple Definition: A large group of countries that work together to keep each other safe.Example Sentence: Many countries in Europe and North America are in NATO.8. ReimposedPart of Speech: Verb (Past Tense)Simple Definition: Brought back an old rule, law, or fee.Example Sentence: The city reimposed the tax on plastic bags at the grocery store.9. ConcessionPart of Speech: NounSimple Definition: Giving up something you want so you can reach an agreement.Example Sentence: I made a concession and let my kids choose the movie we watched.10. Waste of TimePart of Speech: Noun PhraseSimple Definition: Doing something that is not helpful or useful.Example Sentence: Sitting in heavy traffic on the way to work is a waste of time.11. Commercial ShipsPart of Speech: Noun PhraseSimple Definition: Large boats that carry items to sell, not for the military.Example Sentence: We stood on the beach and watched the commercial ships bring cars to the city.12. Let LoosePart of Speech: Verb PhraseSimple Definition: To relax, stop worrying, and have fun.Example Sentence: After a long week of working and parenting, it feels good to let loose.13. Gave Some SpacePart of Speech: Verb Phrase (Past Tense)Simple Definition: Left someone alone so they could rest or feel better.Example Sentence: My son was upset, so I gave him some space in his bedroom.14. He Left the Door Open (Idiom)Part of Speech: PhraseSimple Definition: He made it possible for something to happen later.Example Sentence: My boss said no to my idea today, but he left the door open for next year.15. MurkyPart of Speech: AdjectiveSimple Definition: Dark, dirty, and hard to see through (usually water).Example Sentence: We could not go swimming because the river water was murky.Tips for PracticeWrite your own: Try writing one new sentence for each word about your own job or family.Say them out loud: Practice reading these sentences out loud to help your mouth get used to the English sounds.

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