Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

Bree and Anna Tyrie discuss the psychology of fear, how it impacts different areas of our lives, and share strategies to overcome it. Get More: ⚡ Join the waiting list for Bree’s course Public Speaking in English  ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter for tips on confident communication in English. Follow Anna Tyrie: - Visit Anna Tyrie’s website ⁠English Like A Native⁠  - Listen to Episode 56 | Imposter Syndrome (with Anna Tyrie) on Into the Story

Bree believes in her idea, but when reality doesn’t match her expectation, she must rethink and adapt. Level: Upper Intermediate   Accent: Canadian ⚡ Join the waitlist for Bree’s course Public Speaking for Non-Native Speakers  👉 ⁠Click for Free Learning Pack Key Vocabulary: LEAN: To bend your body slightly forward or toward something. "Lean in" can also be used to mean actively engage or embrace something. NOD: To move your head up and down to show agreement or acknowledgment. GLOW: To look happy, healthy, or full of joy, often shown through a bright smile or expression. PICK (SOMETHING) OUT: To choose something from a group. ON PAPER: How something appears in theory or on a written plan, not necessarily in practice. Get More: ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter⁠ for tips on confident communication in English. Preparing for your Cambridge B2 First Certificate? Enroll in my ⁠free Cambridge B2 First Course⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Spanish speakers. Get a ⁠5% discount on travel insurance⁠ for your next adventure.

Gabriel Kazz’s musical journey takes him to the TV show The Voice, where he realizes the power of showing up and trying. Level: Advanced   Accent: Canadian Get More: ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter for tips on confident communication in English. Preparing for your Cambridge B2 First Certificate? Enroll in my free Cambridge B2 First Course⁠⁠⁠ for Spanish speakers. Get a 5% discount on travel insurance for your next adventure. 👉 ⁠Click for Free Learning Pack Key Vocabulary: HONE: To improve a skill through practice and effort. HAVE A THICK SKIN: To be able to handle criticism or difficult situations without being upset. A FALLING OUT: A disagreement or argument that damages a relationship. REKINDLE: To bring back or restart something, like a feeling or relationship. THE CHERRY ON TOP: The final touch that makes something perfect or even better. Follow Gabriel Kazz: Gabriel Kazz on Spotify @GabrielKazzMusic on Instagram Music Credits: All songs from the album “Lonely Fire” by Gabriel Kazz “Where is the Wind” “Change the World” “Candle” “Lonely Fire”

When Charlie Baxter meets his girlfriend's parents for the first time, a big mistake turns into a lesson on honesty and connection.  Level: Upper Intermediate   Accent: United Kingdom (London)  Get More: ⁠⁠Join Bree’s free newsletter for tips on confident communication in English. Preparing for your Cambridge B2 First Certificate? Enroll in my free Cambridge B2 First Course⁠⁠⁠ for Spanish speakers. Get a 5% discount on travel insurance for your next adventure. 👉 ⁠Click for Free Learning Pack  Key Vocabulary: - Prove Your Worth: To show that you are capable or valuable.  - Rev / Keep the Revs Up: To increase the speed of a car’s engine, or to maintain energy or momentum.  - Blatantly: In a very obvious or offensive way, without trying to hide it.  - Chip In: To contribute money, help, or ideas. "He chipped in with a helpful suggestion during the meeting." - Flaws / Flawless: To have imperfections or to be perfect without mistakes. Follow Charlie Baxter: Search for The British English Podcast on your favorite podcast app TheBritishEnglishPodcast.com