Today's episode is a throwback to my schooldays. I spent 6 years learning German with nothing to show for it! If you want to know how that's possible. give the episode a listen!
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Poetry is one of the most beautiful things we can do with language. In this episode I share with you 3 of my favourite poems, have a look at their meanings, and tell you why I love them so much.
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Dundee - city of discoveries, the sunniest city in Scotland, and my hometown. Join me as we take a look at the history, culture and changes this wee city is undergoing!
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From the grey, miserable weather to characters like Groundskeeper Willie and movies like Trainspotting, Scotland and its people can come across as bleak and pessimistic. But is it all true? Are we really as miserable and dour as the stereotypes say? Give this episode a listen and find out!
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Staying motivated when learning a language can be tricky, so in this episode I share with you some advice that you can use to keep your motivation high. Interested? Give it a listen!
My apologies for my voice at the start of the podcast, I think I might be coming down with a cold!
The videos I talk about in this episode:
Polyglot A Lot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDckOBtxB5s&t=1731s
Language Lords: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hin1HGhbGdo
Victor Talking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVGM20plU1Y&t=1895s
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In this episode I look at a concept that can cause problems for language learners - what can happen when we translate words and phrases literally. We'll cover everything, from minor confusion to accidental offence. Interested? Give it a listen!
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In this episode I take inspiration from the fact I'm on holiday to talk about how great travelling is for language learning. I look at how you can get the most out of your travels and some of the fantastic benefits. Interested? Give it a listen!
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In this episode I finish off the story of my accent and explain why history means I sound the way I do. I also talk about some techniques you can use for improving your accent in your target language. Interested? Give it a listen!
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In this episode I tell the truth about whether or not I really have a Dundee accent. I look at some different accents from Scotland, explore what makes a "typical" accent, and answer the question about if there is such a thing as a standard accent. Interested? Give it a listen!
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In this episode I look at what can be a confusing topic for a lot of people - the difference between and the origins of Scotland, Great Britain and the UK, and how this affects how we identify. I also talk about my own national identity and share why people choose to identify the way they do. Interested? Give it a listen!
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In this episode I continue my exploration of my own language learning experience. I take you through my journey of learning French, which I started on the 1st of January 2023, and look at all the resources, tips and techniques I used. This includes how I had lessons where I didn't speak French for 5 weeks! Interested? Give it a listen!
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In this episode I talk about my experience learning Spanish over the last 3 years. I look at my routine, how it's changed, and also some resources and techniques that I recommend not just for Spanish but for learning languages in general.
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Welcome to episode 1 of English From The North, a podcast for learners of English with an intermediate to advanced level. My name is Lewis, I'm an English teacher from Dundee in Scotland and I want to bring you a podcast in natural spoken English, with a nice Scottish twist!
In this episode I'm going to be introducing myself, my background, what the podcast is all about, and where we're going in the future. I hope you'll give it a listen, relax and enjoy!
The transcript for this episode can be found here, along with all the others: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SH2LpQ_e4h6edSkr2Af8jEb7uF3FC_C-?usp=drive_link
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