The Just Start Talking Podcast
Welcome to The Just Start Talking Podcast — the English learning podcast that helps you speak English confidently and naturally. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate English learner, this show gives you practical lessons, real conversation tips, and clear explanations to help you improve your English speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills.
Each episode focuses on everyday English communication — from grammar and pronunciation to expressions and conversation practice — so you can start using English in real life with confidence. You’ll learn how to overcome fear, speak more fluently, and build the habits that lead to English fluency.
If you want to speak better English, understand native speakers, and feel more confident in any conversation — at work, school, or while traveling — this podcast is for you. Tune in, practice along, and remember: the best way to learn English is to just start talking.
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Episodes
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
What does “Survival English” actually mean?
It’s exactly what it sounds like: the essential English you need to get by in everyday situations—buying food, asking for help, finding your way, or dealing with an emergency. You may not be fluent yet, but if you have these survival phrases, you can communicate when it matters most.
It’s not about perfect grammar or long sentences—it’s about being clear, direct, and understood.
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Today, we’re getting into something really practical: how to give directions in English.
And no—this isn’t one of those boring grammar lectures. We’re talking about real-life, "Hey, how do I get to the train station?" kind of English. So, if you’ve ever felt that mini panic when someone asks you for directions in English, or maybe you want to ask but don’t know how—that ends today. Let's dive into it!
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
In this episode we will learn about how to speak up if something goes wrong when you are in a restaurant. We will cover the key phrases you need to complain politely, clearly, and confidently in English.
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Let’s talk about what it means to think in English, why it matters for you— and how to make it a natural part of your day. When you translate every sentence in your head before speaking, you slow yourself down. In this episode we will walk through some practical strategies you can use to start thinking in English and building fluency.
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Today we’re talking about something everyone knows about— the weather! The weather is small talk gold. And if you are learning English- the weather is a simple, safe, and easy topic. Why do people always talk about the weather? Simple. Because everyone experiences it. And this topic easily opens the door to more conversations. What are some common things native English speakers say about the weather? Tune in and let’s talk about it!!!