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The English We Speak: Go through a rough patch
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:29:00 +0000
Life isn't always great, sometimes things can be difficult. Use 'go through a rough patch' when life gets difficult for a while. Learn this useful expression with Feifei and Phil.
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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 6. I'm scared I won't get the joke
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:18:00 +0000
Have you ever been in a group of friends and everyone laughs, but you didn't understand the joke?
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about understanding humour and making people laugh when speaking English.
With Peruvian performer Pepa Duarte.
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The English We Speak: Learn the hard way
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:09:00 +0000
Sometimes we ignore advice. Sometimes things go wrong and this programme is about those times. Phil and Feifei teach you how to use the expression to learn something the hard way.
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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 5. I'm scared people won't understand me
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:05:00 +0000
Have you ever spoken in English, and the other person didn't understand?
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about accents and pronunciation.
With Jennifer Jenkins, Emeritus Professor of Global Englishes, University of Southampton.
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The English We Speak: A big ask
Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:52:00 +0000
Sometimes people ask for too much. Listen to examples of this phrase being use and learn how to use it for those moments.
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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 4. I'm scared of speaking in front of people
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:42:00 +0000
Do you get nervous speaking English in front of people, even a small group of friends?
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about public speaking and speaking in bigger groups.
With Regina Kaplan Rakowski, Professor of Learning Technologies at the University of North Texas.
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The English We Speak: Facepalm moment
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:49:00 +0000
Something embarrassing or frustrating could lead to a facepalm moment. Learn how to use this expression here.
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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 3. I'm scared I won't understand people
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:14:00 +0000
Speaking is only one side of the conversation. You also have to listen to and understand the other person.
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about how you can improve your listening in real life conversations.
With Erhan Aslan, Associate Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Reading.
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The English We Speak: Shoot off
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:57:00 +0000
This expression means leave quickly because you're in a hurry or there's somewhere you need to be. Learn how to use it here.
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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 2. I'm scared of forgetting my words
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:13:00 +0000
Have you ever been speaking English, and suddenly you freeze and forget your words?
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about why our brain can't always remember words we know in a new language.
With Alissa Melinger, Professor of psycholinguistics at the University of Dundee.
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The English We Speak: Hot on the heels
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:58:00 +0000
This expression means something happens immediately after something else, often unexpectedly. Learn how to use it here.
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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 1. I'm scared of making mistakes
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:57:00 +0000
Do you get anxious when speaking English? You're not alone.
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about how to increase your confidence speaking English, even when you make mistakes.
With professor of Chinese Han Luo and speaking coach Barnaby Griffiths.
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The English We Speak: Aura farming
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:20:00 +0000
Learn this expression which means do something for attention or praise.
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The English We Speak: Lock in
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:37:00 +0000
This phrasal verb means to focus hard with no distractions. Learn how to use it here!
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The English We Speak: A fresh start
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:11:00 +0000
A new year is the perfect time for a fresh start.
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The English We Speak: A little something
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Learn a phrase about small gifts with Feifei and Phil.
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The English We Speak: Moment of truth
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:53:00 +0000
Use this expression to add drama and suspense to what you're saying. Learn how in this programme.
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The English We Speak: On their toes
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:07:00 +0000
This expression is about causing someone else to stay alert and ready for anything. Learn how to use it here.
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The English We Speak: Duck out
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:55:00 +0000
This expression means to leave early and quickly. Learn how to use it here.
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The English We Speak: Off base
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:07:00 +0000
This expression is a way to say someone's idea, guess or opinion is far from the reality. Learn it here with Beth and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Take someone under your wing
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:49:00 +0000
When you take someone under your wing, you help them with something or protect them. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
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The English We Speak: No two ways about it
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:30:00 +0000
If there are no ways about something, you want to emphasise that it's true. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
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The English We Speak: -coded
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:58:00 +0000
Eating beans and chips for dinner is very student-coded. Learn a different meaning of the word 'coded'.
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The English We Speak: Make a pig's ear of something
Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:37:00 +0000
This expression is about doing something badly. Learn how to use it here.
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The English We Speak: -core
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:26:00 +0000
This expression describes the vibe of something.
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The English We Speak: Cook
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:41:00 +0000
This expression is a way to say don't interrupt someone because they're doing well. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Neck of the woods
Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:31:00 +0000
This is an expression that talks about an area, especially the one where you live. Learn how to use it with Feifei and Phil.
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The English We Speak: Teething problems
Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:02:00 +0000
Teething problems are issues that you have when you're getting used to something new. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
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The English We Speak: No leg to stand on
Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:20:00 +0000
This phrase means that someone's argument is weak.
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The English We Speak: Speak someone's language
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:58:00 +0000
This expression is a different way to say 'I love that idea' or 'I completely agree'.
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The English We Speak: Ate
Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:48:00 +0000
This expression is a way to say someone did something really well. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Muddle along
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:30:00 +0000
An expression meaning you're managing OK even if you don't have a plan. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Tough it out
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:55:00 +0000
When you face a difficult time, you can tough it out.
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The English We Speak: A you problem
Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:20:00 +0000
Don't know this expression? That sounds like a you problem. Learn how to use this expression with Phil and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Can't put my finger on it
Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:16:00 +0000
I know I recognise you, but I can't quite put my finger on where we met. Learn how to use this phrase with Georgie and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: All hands on deck
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:01:00 +0000
This phrase comes from a boating context. Learn how to use it here.
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The English We Speak: The CEO of...
Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:56:00 +0000
This expression is a funny or silly way of saying someone is the best at something. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Up to my eyes in
Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:02:00 +0000
An expression meaning you're very busy with something stressful or time-consuming.
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The English We Speak: Dabble in
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:56:00 +0000
Here's an expression that talks about doing something for fun. Learn how to use it here with Phil and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Rope someone in
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000
This phrasal verb is about persuading someone to do something. Learn it here with Georgie and Feifei.
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