Zdenek’s English Podcast
Zdenek's English Podcast is designed for English learners at B1, B2, or C1 levels who need more listening practice. Hosted by Zdenek Lukas, a university and DELTA-qualified English teacher from the Czech Republic with nearly 15 years of experience teaching English in the Czech Republic, UK, Ireland, and Vietnam. The podcast offers authentic listening material to help learners improve their English skills.
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Episode 471 – From Language Teaching to Global Politics
In this episode, I’m joined by Clare, an Englishwoman who moved to the Czech Republic before the Velvet Revolution and settled in Moravia.We get into her tutoring business, what she’s noticed about younger generations, and what it’s like teaching students from different cultures—including Chinese learners.In the second half, the conversation opens up. We touch on current politics and try to look a
Episode 470 – The Wait is Over - Czechia Qualified for The World Cup!!!!
This episode of Zdenek's English Podcast was originally published as an episode of my other podcast, The Footglish Podcast.My guests this time are Honza Popek — my cousin and a sharp football mind — and David Nyč, a reporter, commentator, presenter of ONE PLAY TV, and co-author of the podcast Druhý Dotek Zdeňka Folprechta. 🎙️In this episode of Footglish, we dive into a historic moment as Czechia f
Episode 469 – Is AI Capable of Humour with Luke Thompson
Luke Thompson from Luke’s English Podcast joins me to talk AI and humour. Master podcaster, English teacher and stand-up comedian,Luke tells a series of jokes — my task is to work out which one wasn’t written by AI. We speculate on how funny artificial intelligence really is, where it falls short, and, unsurprisingly, we don’t always agree.Luke's English PodcastLuke's websiteVideo from this episod
Episode 468 – Jack the Voice Behind the Characters
In this episode, I’m joined once again by my friend and former colleague Jack, who you might remember from his last appearance when he talked about composing a soundtrack for a board game.This time, Jack’s back to talk about his latest creative adventure: collaborating on a PC game called Soulstone Survivors. He helped proofread the script, contributed to the writing, and recorded a whole series o
Episode 467 – Inside the Eye of the Typhoon
I was hiding in an apartment building in Quy Nhon, Vietnam, while Typhoon Kalmegi was raging outside. The wind was howling, the windows were shaking, and it was genuinely frightening — especially when the storm suddenly went calm, and I realised I was inside the eye. In this video,I share what it felt like to sit through the typhoon and experience its full power up close. Apologies for several fac
Episode 466 - I Made a Big Mistake
We all make mistakes—and this time, I made a big one. Embarrassing, costly, and a lesson learnt.In this episode, recorded at the airport, I share what happened, along with some of my upcoming plans in Vietnam. Let’s see if any of them actually take off.Video from this episode doesn't exist, but it's on my YouTube channel._______________________________________________________________________🏆 ENGL
Episode 465 - Vietnam Adventure - Chapter 3 - Gamer on a Motorbike
🇻🇳➡️🇨🇿In this episode of Zdenek’s English Podcast, I trade Vietnam’s chaotic motorbike traffic for the peaceful Czech countryside — no helmet required. I look back on my time abroad: how I went from terrified scooter rookie to semi-respectable rider, discovered the joy (and occasional humiliation) of pickleball 🏓, and… well… also lost a few battles to my gaming addiction and laziness. It’s the goo
Episode 464 – A Catch-up with Kieren
In this episode, I sit down once again with Kieren, author of the short story collection Battery Life, which we discussed back in Episode 350.This time, it's a more casual catch-up — we talk about how life has been since we last spoke, dive into thoughts on London, reflect on the state of the world, and have a good old ramble about all sorts of things. Just two friends chatting and seeing where th
Episode 463 - Ukraine and Trump - Hugh Dellar on the Ukraine War, Europe and Russia
Hugh Dellar is a teacher, teacher trainer, and materials writer, but above all, he has my deepest respect for his unwavering support of Ukraine.In this episode, we explore the past and present of the "Ukraine War", including Trump’s dealings with Zelensky, the broader geopolitical landscape, and the challenges Europe faces today. Hugh offers sharp insights into what’s going wrong and how Europe co
Episode 462 - A Spontaneous Bangkok Park Chat with Michael Lavers
This is a crossover episode recorded with a popular English teacher Micheal Lavers, the author of The Level Up English Podcast.Michael and I met up in Bangkok, Thailand, in person to record an unscripted fun episode discussing all sorts of interesting topics including moving to a South Asian country, learning English, and much more.Michael's YouTube channelMichael's websiteThe video from this epis
Epsiode 461 - Vietnam Adventure - Chapter 2, Christmas Quiz
On this episode of Zdenek's English Podcast, I bring you an update on my Vietnamese adventure! Where am I now, who am I living with, and what have I been up to? How's my dating life going, and have I started riding a motorcycle here yet?As a special Christmas treat, I have a gift for you! Five listeners will win a free membership to my exclusive group for high-level learners, the Achievers' Chambe
Episode 460 - Random Bullocs with Irena
On this edition of Zdenek's English Podcast, I talk to my Polish friend Irena, who visited me in the Czech Republic about four months ago. This was an improvised recording, so it's quite lighthearted and touches on a variety of topics, which is reflected in the episode's title.Just a heads-up: there's also a longer introduction where I share details about my recent visit to the Ukraine-Czechia Nat
Episode 459 - AI is Taking Over
On the edition of Zdenek's English Podcast, I talked to Barbara from Hungary, who works in IT. We discussed AI, ChatGPT, and how it’s been impacting humans. We tried to answer the question of whether we should ignore it or embrace it.Video from this episode. _______________________________________________________________________🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBERThe ULTIMATE SOLUTION to NOT living in an E
Episode 458 - What is it like to live in Japan
On today's podcast, I talk to my neighbour Bohous about his unique experiences living in Japan. _____________________________________________________________________👉 Instagram My Instagram profile is full of football vocabulary posts, and funny videos.👉 ZEP Facebook - Join Zdenek's English Podcast Facebook group, like, share, and comment on Facebook.👉 Apple Podcasts - Write a brief review of ZEP
Episode 457 - Footglish, The Tooth, Achievers Chamber 75% off, Motorbike course
In this "rambly" episode of the podcast, I delve into several subjects related to my life, such as improving how I speak, having a tooth pulled, starting a new podcast, and considering taking a motorbike course.I also give you a special 75% discount on the Achievers Chamber membership offer if you join by the end of August 2024.The Footglish Podcast: _______________________________________________
Episode 456 - Best tips for speaking exams (Cambridge First, Advanced, Proficiency, IELTS)
In this episode of the podcast, recorded several months ago, I catch up with Ben, an English exams expert and the author of "To the Point English with Ben." We discuss the dos and don'ts of the speaking parts of classic exams such as FCE, CAE, CPE, and IELTS.Ben's YouTube channel_______________________________________________________________________🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBERThe ULTIMATE SOLUTION
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Episode 455 - A few Hiccups
In this episode, which was recorded in a traditional place, I speak about a few small issues I have to contend with, namely a tooth problem and having to migrate to a new podcasting host. _______________________________________________________________________🏆 ENGLISH ACHIEVERS CHAMBER The ULTIMATE SOLUTION to NOT living in an English-speaking country, not working with English-speaking people, an
Episode 454 - It was time to take a break (part 2)
After living in Vietnam for 17 months years, I'm now back in Czechia and in this 2-part episode, I'm going to speak about the experience, my reasons for going back, and consider my next moves.
Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/nZRQpUoHBeM
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Episode 453 - It was time to take a break (part 1)
After living in Vietnam for 17 months years, I'm now back in Czechia and in this 2-part episode, I'm going to speak about the experience, my reasons for going back, and consider my next moves.
Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/-UYLSOSO_QQ
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Episode 452 - Van's success story with English
This time I talk to my Vietnamese friend Van whose English is more than impressive. How did she manage to get to such a high level and what is the secret behind her impeccable pronunciation? Listen to find out.
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Episode 451 - A chat on the beach with a former American lawyer
This episode of ZEP was recorded on My Khe Beach in Da Nang. It features Glen, a former American lawyer, who left his career in the USA for a complete lifestyle overhaul in Southeast Asia.
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Episode 450 - Lukas's Journey from Learner to Teacher
This time, I talk to Lukas from Slovakia.
I remember him joining the Achievers Chamber as an avid English learner. Two years have passed, and he is now an English teacher himself. What has led him to this transformation and what are his best English learning tips?
The video from this episode is available here: https://youtu.be/ql-wbER4vW0
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Episode 449 - Talking to HUGH DELLAR about UKRAINE
In this podcast, I talk to HUGH DELLAR, an English teacher, teacher trainer, materials writer, and a well-known proponent of the Lexical Approach in the world of English teaching.
Most interviews Hugh does are about the Lexical approach, but he's also very vocal regarding the current conflict in Ukraine and that's what this episode is mainly about.
We talk about Hugh's views on the war, his re
Episode 448 - A walk along the beach with Chris
Once again I caught up with Chris on the podcast and this time we were recording while walking along the shore.
The highlight was that I got my pants wet as I was wading through the waves, and of course, there are plenty more thoughts from us about our life here in Vietnam.
👉 Chris's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@expatnam
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Episode 448 - Learning and Teaching English through Movies with Cara Leopold
I've decided to catch up with Cara Leopold and talk to her about movies and how you can learn and teach English through them again.
You should probably know that some of the questions I asked Cara in this episode were generated by Chat GPT.
The last time I talked to Cara about this topic was in episode 412.
👉 Cara's website: Leo-listening.com
👉 Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/7gMId
Episode 447 - Rob is Back with a Bang (part 2)
As the name of this episode suggests, Rob from the English with Rob podcast is back, and with a double episode.
Part 1 (episode 445) was a general catch-up with Rob. In part 2, Rob leads a few game activities/games not dissimilar to the one he does on the English with Rob podcast.
Did I stand up to the task or were my answers a complete failure? Listen to find out.
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Episode 446 - Admin and Stuff
On this podcast, which I have recorded live for my YouTube channel, I have a good old ramble with an undertone of cynicism.
I talk about the Achievers Chamber, this podcast, my inability to do marketing well, I wish you a Merry Christmas and other stuff.
It's nothing glamorous, but it'll have to do as an episode.
Video from this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqqr_GL5j0w
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Episode 445 - Rob is Back with a Bang (part 1)
As the name of this episode suggests, Rob from the English with Rob podcast is back, and with a double episode.
In part 1 we have a general catch-up since a lot has changed in Rob's professional life lately and of course, you'll hear the idiom alarm, quite a few times.
Part 2 will follow soon.
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Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/6nQtXHi7wzo
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Episode 444 - My thoughts on the Israeli-palestinian conflict, new Website, new course
On this episode of Zdenek's English Podcast, I give you my opinion on the Israel-Palestine conflict which unfortunately dominates the media headlines these days.
I also tell you about my new website and introduce you to my new course, which is available for free to everyone.
👉 My new website
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The video from this episode is available here: https://youtu.be/y9Va5dT92HI
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Episode 443 - How Jack made a soundtrack for a board game
Jack, my musically gifted ex-colleague from the Speak Up London language school, is back!
Jack first appeared on ZEP in episode 354 which was titled Lucid Jake. His tune Drive was iconic and I had several listeners emailing me about it.
After a few years, he's back with a bang. This time he comes on to tell us all about how he and his friend Guy managed to merge Jack's two passions board games a
Episode 442 - Gardening with David
In this episode, I talk to David aka Jenks about the topic of gardening.
Jenks has been living in Vietnam for a while and the place has definitely grown on him (pun intended) and so has his passion for gardening.
You should know that we're also joined by Chris who you may know from episode 432.
Get ready for a lot of useful vocabulary to do with this popular hobby.
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Episode 441 - Help me pick the new name for my fotball show
👉 Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/6tGGUFzuHzM
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Episode 440 - Chaos, Crisis, and Uncertainty of Britain’s Politics
Tommy, who you may know from the English Podcast with Tommy, is back!!! And that can only mean one thing. We're talking British politics again!
What on earth is happening in the UK? What role has lettuce played in Britain's politics? What sort of legacy has Boris Johnson left? How does Tommy rate Fishy Sunak? Has he changed his views on Brexit? Is there a light at the end of the tunnel? Listen to
Episode 439 - I’m Putting Native Speakerism to Bed
I have decided to stop talking about the subject matter that has been poisoning me for several years now and it is culminating here in Vietnam. I can't go on like this so I made this episode as a public announcement explaining my decision to abandon this topic. And I would like you my listeners to hold me accountable.
If you want to know why it came to this, have a listen to this very personal a
Episode 438 - I’m living in her country, she is in mine
On this podcast show, I interview a Vietnamese friend of mine Debbie who has recently married my Czech friend and moved to the Czech Republic.
We talk about all sorts of things, such as the challenges of learning a foreign language, culture shock, we compare life in the Czech Republic and Vietnam, and lots more.
video from this episode: https://youtu.be/3UAFsrPFaFE
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Episode 437 - Why I Had to Quit Football to Become an English Teacher
This episode of Zdenek's English Podcast is a different kettle of fish.
Damian, one of the members of the Achievers Chamber, decided to give me an unexpected and rather unique gift. He asked Chat GPT 4 to write a book about me and it's so impressive that I can't help but share it with you.
The book is a moving story of how I had to quit football and somehow ended up becoming an English teacher
Episode 436 - 10 reasons why a Czech person would want to move to the USA
In this episode, I speak to Michal, a Czech guy who also works as a teacher and has been living in the USA for several years.
He's married to an American woman and therefore well settled.
Before recording this episode, I asked Chat GPT to generate 10 questions which revolve around the topic of why a Czech person might want to move to the US. So yeah that's what you can expect in this one.
If y
Episode 435 - Living in Vietnam - first impressions
This is a follow-up to episode Episode 430 of Zdenek's English Podcast which was called 9 Reasons Why I Moved to Vietnam.
In this episode, I talk about my first impressions after living in Vietnam for about 5 months. In particular, you'll learn about how I'm trying to deal with Vietnamese weather and traffic, whether I found a girlfriend here, how I managed to lose 9 kilos so quickly, and how long
Episode 434 - Talking to Jack about teaching English pronunciation, Brighton and much more
This time on Zdenek's English Podcast, I speak to teacher Jack who lives in Brighton.
We discuss various subjects, such as Jack's first experiences as an English teacher, teaching pronunciation, and what's wrong with the "speak like a native" narrative.
Since Jack is a passionate football fan, we also talk about the Brighton football team.
This episode will soon be available as a video here
Episode 434 - Fufita on Fire
On this podcast, I interview my Vietnamese friend Fufita before she leaves for Australia.
So, naturally, we talk a lot about Fufita's feelings and expectations of Australia, but we also go on about Da Nang, Fufita's studies and her job in hospitality, and how we started playing board games together.
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Episode 433 - Talking to Angela about India, yoga, meditation, and more
For this episode of ZEP, I interviewed a globetrotter Angela from the USA.
We touch on several different topics including how we met in a vegan restaurant, the board game we played, yoga, meditation, and Angela's travels and life in India.
Angela's website: https://www.angelachoi.co/
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Episode 432 - An Interview with Chris aka Expat Nam about living in Vietnam
On this episode of Zdenek's English Podcast, I talk to Chris, a Welsh YouTuber who records cool videos about Vietnam while riding his electronic bicycle.
What is it like to live in Vietnam? What are Vietnamese people like? Why are local dogs different from European dogs? Do Vietnamese women like European guys? How did Chris's YouTube channel help Zdenek? Why did Google restrict it? Listen to find
Episode 430 - 9 Reasons why I moved to Vietnam
In case you didn't know, I've decided to move to Vietnam.
This is part one of a series of 3 videos about my experience as an expat here and here are the 9 reasons why I decided to leave my comfort zone and moved to Vietnam.
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Video from this episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/p7cyqojwkg4?feature=share
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Episode 431 - Homesickness is Real
It's been a while since we had an American on. On this podcast, I talk to Vickie, an English teacher from the USA who now calls Spain her home.
And it's the topic of home, more specifically "homesickness", that we decided to explore in this episode.
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Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/ugTeMqekL50
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Episode 429 - Talking to Meri about discrimination against non-native English teachers
On this episode of Zdenek's English Podcast, I talk to Meri from Armenia about why non-native English teachers are just as valuable as native teachers and why "native speakerism", aka discrimination against non-native teachers, is absolute nonsense.
Video from this episode: https://youtu.be/DEH1CfyzFS8
Meri's IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_non_native_speaker/
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Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Paul
This is the pre-final video from the new show dedicated to the World Cup in Qatar 2022.⚽
I ask Paul about the reasons why Brazil has been eliminated and we talk about which teams have impressed and disappointed us the most. Paul also gives us his prediction on the Argentina - France final.
Today's guest is Paul whom you might know from the " English for Football Fans" YouTube channel. Paul's cha
Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Martin
On this World Cup special, I speak to Martin Johnston from the Rock n' Roll English podcast.
We talk about England's performances in the World Cup, the upcoming quarterfinal between England and France, Jude Billingham's amazing form, Cristiano Ronaldo's legacy, and more.
Video from this podcast: https://youtu.be/Uf0Yr8yiZzU
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Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Yusuke
On this World Cup special, I talk to a former student of mine from Japan about his team's victory over Spain and a surprise progression to the knock-out stages.
We also touch upon the goal-line controversy, the Japanese mentality, and we speculate whether Japan can beat Croatia.
video: https://youtu.be/zoPNkF6AaAk
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Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Nrup
Uruguay | Best moments | VAR controversies | English with Football World Cup Special with Nrup
video: https://youtu.be/Q0koPx_JRoY
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Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Matt
Australia make it into knock-out stages l Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Matt
Video: https://youtu.be/95NNKwtwBbo
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At the end of the show, I go through interesting vocabulary that my guest used during the interview. _________________________________________________________________________ 👉 Achievers Chamber Discord grou
Episode 429 - A bit of Craic with Helena
In this episode, I talk to Helena, an English teacher from Ireland.
What makes this quite unique is the fact that Helena was the manager of the summer school centre I worked for a few months ago.
On the podcast, we speak about Ireland, its beauties, tourist attractions, hidden gems, and much more.
Helene’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learn.english.with.lena/
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Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Marvin
Mexico | England | Argentina | Messi | Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Marvin
video: https://youtu.be/g34gRtTQSVQ
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Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Luke Thompson
England | France | predictions | Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Luke Thompson
video: https://youtu.be/PZOOa-PVXcw
Luke's website: https://teacherluke.co.uk/
#quatar2022 #england #worldcuppredictions
Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Leontes
The Netherlands | Manchester United players | Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Leontes
video: https://youtu.be/7L9xLWxF9Qw
Today's guest comes from the Netherlands and his name is Leontes: https://www.youtube.com/@MrHenriquez
#quatar2022 #humanrights #corruption
Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Simon
Qatar 2022 | Corruption | FIFA | Human Rights | Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Simon
video: https://youtu.be/ZEDvL_z_3sQ
#quatar2022 #humanrights #corruption
Learn English with Football: World Cup Special with Ben
England | Spain | Ronaldo | Messi | Learn English with Football World Cup Special with Ben
Learn English with Football - Game Week 16
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk and banter about:
matches that were played in England last weekend
matches of the teams we support
the biggest surprises, good and bad performances
we pick our heroes and villains of the week
Fantasy Premier League (FPL)
In the last part of this episode, I go over interesting vocabulary that
Learn English with Football - Game Week 15
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Episode 428 - Chatting with Fluency MC
On this episode of Zdenek's English Podcast, I have the privilege to talk to a legend among English teachers, the one and only Jason Levine aka Fluency MC!!!
Jason is an innovative English teacher who has been teaching English through rapping. Several years ago he became an overnight sensation after releasing his legendary video Stick Stuck Stuck (link below). I don't know many teachers who haven
Learn English with Football - Game Week 14
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Learn English with Football - Game Week 12-13
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Learn English with Football - Game Week 11
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Learn English with Football - Game Week 10
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Learn English with Football - Game Weeks 9
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Episode 426 - Do it yourself with Rhiannon
This time on the podcast, I speak to Rhiannon from the Deep Talk podcast. We have a conversation about what Rhiannon does and what her podcast is all about. Then we spend a good amount of time discussing DIY which is one of Rhiannon's passions.
Rhiannon's website: https://www.rhiannonelt.com/deep-talk-podcast
Rhiannon's podcast: Deep Talk: Advanced English Discussions with Rhiannon ELT.
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Episode 425 - Irena in South Africa
On this episode of Zdenek's English Podcast, I'm joined by a friend of mine and a fellow English teacher Irena who has recently visited South Africa to work there on a farm and experience the beauty of this amazing country. _________________________________________________________________________
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Learn English with Football - Game Weeks 5-6
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Learn English with Football - Game Week 4
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Learn English with Football - Game Week 3
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Episode 424 - Speaking to Orla about Cooking
This episode of the podcast features Orla. Orla is another very friendly person I met in Ireland while I was teaching at a UCD summer camp in July 2022.
Despite working together for only a short time, we had a few beers with each other, played a fun board game, and most importantly, I learnt that Orla has a very popular Instagram account where she makes great cooking videos.
And that's why, a f
Learn English with Football - Game Week 2
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Episode 423 - Podcast Announcement, Rant, and Competition
In this episode, I explain why it is virtually impossible for me to monetize Zdenek's English Podcast and what I've decided to do with it.
I swear I didn't plan it, but I do end up going on a rant where I have a go at the dating app Tinder and also people who claim that native speakers are better teachers than non-native teachers.
I also have a juicy giveaway for you, my listeners for being faithf
Learn English with Football (2022-23) - Game Week 1
WHAT’S the “LEARN ENGLISH WITH FOOTBALL” show?
⚽ This is a weekly show about the Premier League. We talk about the football matches that were played in England over the weekend, matches that we watched, matches of the teams we support, good and bad performances, we pick our heroes and villains of the week, banter about the beautiful game of football, and talk about the Fantasy Premier League.
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Episode 422 - Radek’s European Tour
I was at the airport in Dublin waiting for my delayed plane back to the Czech Republic when I decided to have two pints of Guinness. Thanks to this amazing dark beer I ended up meeting Radek a Polish Irishman who was about to start his tour of several European cities, his first destination being Prague.
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Episode 421 - Fantasy Premier League 2022-23 (20 hours till deadline)
In this episode, I tell you about the changes I've decided to make to my weekly YouTube live Premier League show called "Learn English with Football" and I explain to you how the Premier Fantasy League works and how you can join my mini-league.
Where to create your team: https://fantasy.premierleague.com
Where to join Teacher Zdenek mini-league: https://fantasy.premierleague.com/leagues/auto-
Episode 420 - A Short Trip to London (part 6)
This episode of Zdenek's English Podcast is one of the 6-episode series which I recorded about a trip to London that I went on in June 2022.
During this action-packed mission to collect my board games, I met up with a few friends of mine and also, at the very end of it, four complete strangers and recorded podcasts with them.
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Episode 419 - A Short Trip to London (part 5)
This episode of Zdenek's English Podcast is one of the 6-episode series which I recorded about a trip to London that I went on in June 2022.
During this action-packed mission to collect my board games, I met up with a few friends of mine and also, at the very end of it, four complete strangers and recorded podcasts with them.
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Episode 418 - A Short Trip to London (part 4)
This episode of Zdenek's English Podcast is one of the 6-episode series which I recorded about a trip to London that I went on in June 2022.
During this action-packed mission to collect my board games, I met up with a few friends of mine and also, at the very end of it, four complete strangers and recorded podcasts with them.
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Episode 417 - A Short Trip to London (part 3)
This episode of Zdenek's English Podcast is part 3 of the 6-episode series which I recorded about a trip to London that I went on in June 2022.
During this action-packed mission to collect my board games, I met up with a few friends of mine and also, at the very end of it, four complete strangers and recorded podcasts with them.
In this episode, I talk to my friend Musa with whom I used to work a
