Actually English

Jenna Gordon, certified in teaching English as a second language
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Actually English is the podcast for intermediate and advanced learners who want to sound like a native speaker — not just pass a test. Every episode, we take real English from real places: Reddit threads, videos, blogs, and everyday conversation. Then we break it all down — the slang, the idioms, the tone, and everything your textbook never taught you. 

  1. 17 juni

    English Modals Made Easy: Could, Should, Would Through Real Reviews

    Are you confused about when to use could, should, and would in English? In this episode of Actually English, you'll learn these essential modal verbs through real Google reviews—some serious, some hilarious, and all packed with natural English. You'll discover:✅ How to use could for possibility and suggestions✅ How to use should for advice and recommendations✅ How to use would for preferences, recommendations, and hypothetical situations✅ Common pronunciation shortcuts like couldn't, shouldn't, and wouldn't✅ A quick quiz to test your understanding Instead of studying grammar from a textbook, you'll hear how native speakers actually use these modal verbs in real-life reviews about hotels, restaurants, museums, and more. Perfect for intermediate English learners (B1-B2) who want to improve their grammar, listening skills, and vocabulary with authentic English. 🎧 Listen now and master could, should, and would naturally. 📚 Want more English lessons through real-life content? Follow Actually English and join us next episode as we explore could have, should have, and would have through even more funny Google reviews. #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #EnglishGrammar #ModalVerbs #CouldShouldWould #B1English #B2English #ESL #EnglishListening #ActuallyEnglishPodcast #SpeakEnglishNaturally #EnglishForAdults

    14 min

  2. 10 juni

    EP18 English Idioms and Phrasal Verbs Explained Through a Story | Carlos Goes to Pride

    In this episode of Actually English, we continue following Carlos and Maya on their journey to learn real-world English through stories. This time, Carlos heads to a local Pride festival to work on his first big journalism assignment—and along the way, he encounters even more idioms, expressions, and phrasal verbs used by native speakers. Instead of memorizing long vocabulary lists, you'll learn these expressions naturally through context, conversation, and storytelling. In this episode, you'll learn: • Stick out like a sore thumb• Loosen up• Get down to business• Back out• Go the extra mile• Get out of hand• Break the ice• Connect the dots• Catch on Perfect for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to understand native speakers, improve their listening skills, and build vocabulary they can actually use in real life. Listen along and see if you can learn these expressions just like Carlos does. New episodes every Wednesday. #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #EnglishIdioms #PhrasalVerbs #ESL #EnglishListeningPractice #AdvancedEnglish #VocabularyBuilding #ActuallyEnglish #BusinessEnglish

    11 min

  3. 3 juni

    EP17 Business English Idioms Explained Through a Realistic Office Story

    In this episode of Actually English, you'll follow Carlos, a journalist attending his first big meeting with his new boss. Carlos speaks excellent English, but there's one problem: his boss loves using workplace idioms. Luckily, his coworker Maya is there to help him understand expressions like: • Get the ball rolling • Dive in • Behind the eight ball • Cut through the noise • On it • Left and right • More meat on the bone • The cat is out of the bag • Touch base Instead of memorizing definitions, you'll learn these idioms the natural way: through context, storytelling, and real-life workplace situations. This episode is perfect for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to understand native speakers more easily, sound more natural at work, and build their professional English vocabulary. 🎧 Listen along, learn new idioms, and improve your English one story at a time. New episodes every Wednesday. #BusinessEnglish #EnglishIdioms #LearnEnglish #ESLPodcast #AdvancedEnglish #EnglishVocabulary #WorkplaceEnglish #ProfessionalEnglish #EnglishListeningPractice

    11 min

  4. 27 maj

    EP16 Either vs Neither Explained Clearly | English Grammar for Real Conversation

    In this English lesson, we break down one of the most confusing grammar topics for ESL learners in a simple and natural way. You’ll learn how native speakers actually use these expressions in real conversation.In this lesson, you’ll learn:✅ The basic difference between either and neither✅ How to agree with negative sentences naturally✅ “Me neither” vs “Neither do I” vs “I don’t either”✅ How to use either…or… and neither…nor…✅ Common mistakes English learners make✅ Natural pronunciation and spoken English tipsThis lesson is perfect for A2–C1 English learners who want to sound more fluent and confident in everyday conversations.👇 Write your own example sentence in the comments using:eitherneithereither…or…neither…nor…

    15 min
  5. EP15 Wild Dogs, Broken Cars & Highway Chaos | Learn Real English Naturally

    20 maj

    EP15 Wild Dogs, Broken Cars & Highway Chaos | Learn Real English Naturally

    Three women, two children, two dogs, broken-down cars, wild street dogs, tow ropes snapping on the highway, and hours stranded in the middle of nowhere… this story has everything. If you’re an advanced English learner, this episode will help you: • Improve your listening comprehension with real natural English • Learn advanced vocabulary through storytelling • Understand native expressions and casual speech • Learn useful words like “stranded,” “transmission,” “radiator,” “tow truck,” and more • Hear authentic conversational English in context This podcast is perfect for advanced ESL learners who want to understand REAL English the way native speakers actually talk. 🎧 Listen and improve your English naturally through stories.

    20 min
  6. EP14 Native English Slang & Idioms Explained Through Reddit Stories

    13 maj

    EP14 Native English Slang & Idioms Explained Through Reddit Stories

    Want to understand the REAL English native speakers use every day? In this episode of Actually English, we break down a viral Reddit “Am I the Asshole?” story to teach you natural English slang, idioms, phrasal verbs, and expressions that English learners rarely hear in textbooks. You’ll learn expressions like: • stand your ground • cause a scene • come to terms with • hard pill to swallow • good egg • b******t • give up This episode is perfect for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to improve their listening skills, understand native speakers faster, and sound more natural in conversations. ⚠️ Warning: This episode contains profanity and authentic internet slang. Follow Actually English for weekly episodes about: • American English slang • Real conversations • Native pronunciation • Reddit stories • Idioms and phrasal verbs • Listening practice for ESL learners Instagram: @ActuallyEnglishPodcast

    14 min
  7. EP13 Learn REAL English Slang from Reddit | Idioms, Phrasal Verbs & Native Speech

    6 maj

    EP13 Learn REAL English Slang from Reddit | Idioms, Phrasal Verbs & Native Speech

    Want to understand how native speakers actually talk? In this episode of Actually English, we break down real English slang, idioms, and phrasal verbs using a viral Reddit story. This lesson is perfect for advanced English learners (B2–C1+) who want to:  Understand natural, fast English  Learn slang used in real conversations  Sound more like a native speaker  Improve listening and vocabulary through context ⚠️ Warning: This episode includes real slang, strong language, and adult topics, just like you’ll hear in real life. 🧠 What you’ll learn:  Slang: fuming, bang, man child Phrasal verbs: figure out, blow up Expressions: take for granted, bad name Real conversational English from native speakers We read a real Reddit post, explain the vocabulary in context, and react to comments—so you don’t just learn English… you understand it. 💬 Tell me in the comments: Do you like learning English through Reddit stories? 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @actuallyenglishpodcast

    19 min
  8. EP12 How to Actually Learn English in 2026 | Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking

    29 apr.

    EP12 How to Actually Learn English in 2026 | Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking

    Want to improve your English fast in 2026? In this episode of Actually English, we break down the 4 essential skills you need to become fluent in English: reading, writing, listening, and speaking—and how to practice all of them from home. Whether you're a beginner or intermediate learner, this video gives you a simple daily study plan (just 40–60 minutes a day) to build real fluency. You'll also learn how to use AI tools the right way (without becoming dependent on them) to boost your progress. Join me in this episode where we talk about:  The difference between active vs passive language skills How to improve your English reading with books, AI, and real-life content Simple ways to practice listening every day (even if you're busy) How to build a daily writing habit (journaling, to-do lists, and more) Proven techniques to improve your English speaking skills alone at home What shadowing is and how it helps your pronunciation How to find (or create!) opportunities to speak English with others The smart way to use AI for language learning

    21 min
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Actually English is the podcast for intermediate and advanced learners who want to sound like a native speaker — not just pass a test. Every episode, we take real English from real places: Reddit threads, videos, blogs, and everyday conversation. Then we break it all down — the slang, the idioms, the tone, and everything your textbook never taught you. 

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    Jenna Gordon, certified in teaching English as a second language
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