English In 5 - Real English Through Stories

Harlow Simmons
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Want to improve your English naturally without studying? English in 5 is a short immersive podcast where you follow Harlow through real everyday stories, all in clear, natural English. No lessons. No grammar rules. Just real language in real context, the way your brain actually learns. Perfect for beginner and intermediate learners who want to sound natural, not just correct. Five minutes. Twice a week.

  1. Apr 9

    Ep. 18 | The Jacket (Talking About Shopping in English)

    Ep. 18 | The Jacket (Talking About Shopping in English) I spent three weeks looking for a winter jacket. In this episode, I share a short story about shopping, making decisions, and the difference between something that’s fine and something that’s right. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  2. Apr 7

    Ep. 17 | The Best Meal I Had Last Month (Talking About Food in English)

    Ep. 17 | The Best Meal I Had Last Month (Talking About Food in English) I had a meal last month that I’m still thinking about. In this episode, I share a short story about a dinner with a friend, trying unfamiliar food, and how food connects us to people and culture. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  3. Apr 2

    Ep. 16 | How My Mornings Actually Go (Talking About Your Daily Routine)

    Episode 16: How My Mornings Actually Go I am not a five-thirty-in-the-morning, meditate, perfect routine kind of person. And I have made peace with that. In this episode, I share a story about what my mornings actually look like, small habits that never quite change, and finding a rhythm that actually works for you. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  4. Mar 31

    Ep. 15 | My Apartment (How to Describe Where You Live)

    Episode 15: My Apartment When I first moved to this city, I had a very clear idea of where I wanted to live. It didn’t turn out that way. In this episode, I share a story about finding a place to live, unexpected neighborhoods, and how what feels temporary can slowly become home. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  5. Mar 26

    Ep. 14 | Sunday Dinner (How to Talk About Your Family)

    Episode 14: Sunday Dinner Every Sunday growing up, we had dinner together as a family. No exceptions. In this episode, I share a story about family traditions, siblings, and how our relationships change over time. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  6. Mar 24

    Ep. 13 | The Worst Commute of My Life (Using Public Transportation)

    Episode 13: The Worst Commute of My Life I was already late when I arrived at the subway station. The platform was packed and the trains were delayed. In this episode, I share a story about a chaotic morning commute, asking transit workers for help, and figuring out another way to get where I needed to go. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  7. Mar 19

    Ep. 12 | The Day I Got Completely Lost (How to Ask for Directions)

    Episode 12: The Day I Got Completely Lost I was walking home on a warm afternoon and somehow ended up completely lost in a city I had lived in for two years. In this episode, I share a short story about getting lost, asking a stranger for directions, and why it’s usually easier to just ask for help. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    5 min

  8. Mar 17

    Ep. 11 | A Cold Morning in the City (Talking About the Weather)

    Episode 11: A Cold Morning in the City This morning was freezing. The kind of cold that hits you the second you step outside. In this episode, I share a short story about a cold winter morning, a quick conversation with a stranger at a bus stop, and the small way weather can connect people. Real English through stories. Just listen.

    4 min
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Want to improve your English naturally without studying? English in 5 is a short immersive podcast where you follow Harlow through real everyday stories, all in clear, natural English. No lessons. No grammar rules. Just real language in real context, the way your brain actually learns. Perfect for beginner and intermediate learners who want to sound natural, not just correct. Five minutes. Twice a week.

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