Inside English Podcast

Sandra Sharpe
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Language Learning
  • Updated Biweekly

Welcome to the Inside English Podcast! My name is Sandra. I started this podcast for my English language learners, who expressed a desire to improve their listening comprehension, learn new vocabulary in context, among other goals. On the Inside English Podcast, you’ll have a great time learning English in context through one story, one conversation, and one discussion at a time. The topics will vary, but the goal will always remain the same: to engage you and help elevate your English skills to the next level. In each episode, I will explore new topics, introduce vocabulary to enrich your conversations, teach you common English expressions and idioms, and much more. I assure you that this journey will be rewarding, so follow the podcast now and never miss an episode.

  1. A Taste of Home

    5d ago

    A Taste of Home

    Recently, I returned to Jamaica, and it was truly one of my best trips back, especially because my favorite fruit — the mango — was in season. I ate mangoes like there was no tomorrow. I even got worried about putting on weight, but then I thought, 'What's a little mango weight when I'm enjoying my favorite fruit?" In this episode, you will learn new vocabulary, English phrases, idioms, and, of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    8 min
  2. Half Truths and Lies

    May 12

    Half Truths and Lies

    Telling the truth can be difficult sometimes. In this episode, I share my dilemma: wanting to tell the truth while hiding it at the same time. You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases, idioms, and, of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    9 min
  3. I'm Not Dumb!

    Apr 24

    I'm Not Dumb!

    In this episode, I share my experience of being judged intellectually. It happened during my first semester of graduate school. A classmate assumed I wasn't smart enough and offered to write the entire research paper we were assigned to work on together. You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases, idioms, and, of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    9 min
  4. Denial Doesn't Change The Facts

    Apr 10

    Denial Doesn't Change The Facts

    In this episode, I share the story of a woman who refused to accept a prediabetes diagnosis—saying, "I'm not claiming diabetes"—and later developed full-blown diabetes.  My message to everyone is: just because you deny that something exists doesn't mean it doesn't. Denial doesn't change the facts. You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases, idioms, and, of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    9 min
  5. Confusion with Emojis

    Mar 27

    Confusion with Emojis

    In this episode, I share a funny and embarrassing texting mix-up where I misinterpret a double exclamation mark "!!" and apologize unnecessarily, only to later discover it meant strong agreement. 😳🤦‍♀️😂 You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases, idioms, and, of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    6 min
  6. A Story About Fear

    Mar 13

    A Story About Fear

    Are you a hostage to fear? If so, you are not alone! In this episode, I share a personal story about my father, who delayed a colonoscopy out of fear and was later diagnosed with colon cancer. I reflect on how fear can paralyze people, lead them to avoid necessary care, and ultimately cause more harm than the risks they feared. You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases, idioms, and, of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy

    6 min
  7. Complain Less and Be More Thankful

    Feb 27

    Complain Less and Be More Thankful

    Do you have any complainers around you? You know, people who complain about what they don't have instead of showing gratitude for what they do have. This episode reflects on Hurricane Melissa’s devastation and shares personal stories that contrast complaining with gratitude, urging you to appreciate life’s blessings. You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases and idioms, and of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    6 min
  8. One of the Best Decisions I've Ever Made

    Feb 13

    One of the Best Decisions I've Ever Made

    I quit a stressful job after five years, and months later, was diagnosed with a pleural effusion that required surgery. Because I had health insurance coverage, I could focus on treatment and recovery without financial panic. This episode is a lesson: life is unpredictable, and health insurance can be the difference between stress and security when illness strikes. You will learn new vocabulary, English phrases and idioms, and of course, improve your listening comprehension. Enjoy!

    13 min
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About

Welcome to the Inside English Podcast! My name is Sandra. I started this podcast for my English language learners, who expressed a desire to improve their listening comprehension, learn new vocabulary in context, among other goals. On the Inside English Podcast, you’ll have a great time learning English in context through one story, one conversation, and one discussion at a time. The topics will vary, but the goal will always remain the same: to engage you and help elevate your English skills to the next level. In each episode, I will explore new topics, introduce vocabulary to enrich your conversations, teach you common English expressions and idioms, and much more. I assure you that this journey will be rewarding, so follow the podcast now and never miss an episode.

Information

  • Creator
    Sandra Sharpe
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Inside English Podcast