Learn English with: My Life and Other Funny Stories
A podcast designed for intermediate and upper-intermediate English learners to improve listening comprehension. The host shares real-life stories, including experiences with Erasmus, travel, and personal mishaps. Episodes are short and focus on everyday situations.
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Ep.150: Grammar Rules I Don’t Really Care About
Welcome to the 150th episodeee! Today, I want to talk about something that might annoy some English teachers. And if you’re an English teacher yourself, which I doubt because why would you be listening to this, but IF YOU ARE please don’t kill me. These are simply some things that, in my opinion, don’t matter as much as people think they do. Especially when it comes to using English in real life.⭐
Ep.149: American Universities - What Are Fraternities and Sororities?
Today, we will talk about American culture a little bit – I am sure you have seen this…thing (very creative) in American movies, but maybe you have never really understood what it is. You know when you watch a university movie and see those big houses full of American college students, usually with Greek letters on the front? There are parties, people wearing T-shirts with names like Alpha or Sigm
Ep.148: English Levels Explained - A1 to C2
Today, I want to talk about something that can be quite confusing when you are learning English: English levels. You have probably heard people say, “I am B1,” or “I need B2 for my job,” or maybe someone told you that you are somewhere around A2, and you thought, “Okay, but what does that mean?” What is the difference between A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2? And how do you know where you are?⭐Přepis a s
Ep.147: Why Are There So Many French Words In English?
Today, we are going to talk about vocabulary and a little bit of history! Have you ever wondered why there are so many English words that actually come from French?Words like government, parliament, justice, beauty, fiancé, chalet, beef and pork all come from French …so today I will tell you why they have become a part of English vocabulary as well!⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se
Ep.146: Three Tiny Stories From My School Years
As a little nod to the start of the school year, I decided to tell you a few small funny stories from my school years. You know what, I was too of a goody two-shoes to have some unhinged stories but there are just some small moments that might be a little amusing or put a smile on your face.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Poku
Ep.145: How Does Exercise And Sleep Influence Your English Learning?
Today I want to talk about something that might seem completely unrelated to language learning at first. Exercise. And sleep. Because when we think about improving our English, we usually think about studying vocabulary, listening to podcasts, doing grammar exercises or speaking with someone. We don’t usually think, “Maybe I should go for a run if I want to improve my English.” But your brain does
Ep.144: How Your Brain Learns Vocabulary
Today, I want to talk about what is actually happening in your brain when you learn a new word. Because you don’t even know how many times I heard: “I’ve learned this word three times already and I still forget it.” And I completely understand.But WHY does it happen and what to do with it? You will find out in today’s episode! ⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (mů
Ep.143: 6 Phrases Native Speakers Use Every Day But Might Leave You Confused
Today I want to talk about six phrases that native speakers use all the time, but that can be surprisingly confusing if you haven’t come across them before.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Pokud máš zájem o spolupráci, napiš mi zprávu na Instagram :) Nabízím konverzační lekce a jazykový coaching.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to
Ep.142: What To Do If You Want to Give Up English Forever
In this episode, I want to look at four common reasons why people want to give up learning English. And if they apply to you, I will tell you what to do to be able to continue.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Pokud máš zájem o spolupráci, napiš mi zprávu na Instagram :) Nabízím konverzační lekce a jazykový coaching.Podpoř mě ta
Ep.141: Why Does Britain Drive on the Left?
Today I have another little history episode for you because we are going to answer a question that has probably crossed your mind if you have ever travelled abroad, specifically to Great Britain.Why do people in Britain drive on the left while most of the world drives on the right? And maybe an even more interesting question: if almost everyone drives on the right today, why didn’t Britain change
Ep.140: 7 Reasons Why Some English Students Succeed And Others Give Up
Today, I want to discuss 7 aspects that differentiate successful students from those who give up.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Pokud máš zájem o spolupráci, napiš mi zprávu na Instagram :) Nabízím konverzační lekce a jazykový coaching.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A CO
Ep.139: American vs British English - Which One Is Better?
n this episode, we will talk about the differences between American and British English and which one you should use and why.We will discuss questions such as: Which one is better? Which one sounds more natural? Which one should I use?⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Pokud máš zájem o spolupráci, napiš mi zprávu na Instagram :)
Ep.138: How Australia Lost a War Against Birds (The Great Emu War)
Today I have a very strange story for you. And when I first heard about it, I genuinely thought it was a joke but no. Today we are going to talk about The Great Emu War. In particular, how Australians were fighting Emus.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Pokud máš zájem o spolupráci, napiš mi zprávu na Instagram :) Nabízím konver
Ep.137: Advanced Grammar - Inversion (Learn It in Context!)
Today, it will be an advanced grammar-focused episode and we are going to look at inversion in English. But as I don’t want to just explain the rules to you and call it a day, I will also try to use it in context. I will definitely overuse the inversion in a way where you will hear it on almost every step of the way and that is not definitely how often it is used in real life but you know, it is f
Ep.136: WHY is English a Global Language Today?
In today’s episode we are going to discuss a question that you might have thought about before or maybe it will be the first time today.Why is English everywhere? Why is it THE language everyone has to know?Why is it that people from completely different countries often communicate in English? Why do international companies use English? Why do so many university programmes, scientific articles, fi
Ep.135: Things I've Learned Since Becoming an English Teacher (Last 6 Years)
Today’s episode is going to be a little personal, but also quite useful from a grammar perspective because I want to talk about things I’ve learned since becoming a teacher. And since we are talking about experiences and things that have changed over time, you will hear a lot of Present Perfect Simple and Present Perfect Continuous throughout the episode. So while listening, try to notice structur
Ep.134: 9 Thoughts That Helped Me Through Difficult Times (+ B2 Expressions You Need to Know)
Today I want to talk about thoughts that I kind of live by, especially the ones that helped me in the darker or more confusing periods of life when everything felt heavier than it actually was.With some extra B2 expressions of course 😊 Will you know them all?⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to finan
Ep.133: Verb Patterns - Learn Them With This Episode!
Today’s episode is going to be about one of the grammar topics that students struggle with all the time and I completely understand why. Because it is one of those things where there isn’t always a clear logical explanation and sometimes you simply have to memorize the pattern. And yes, I know everyone hates hearing that.We are going to talk about gerunds and infinitives, or more specifically, ver
Ep.132: 5 Things That Secretly Ruin Your English Progress
In today’s episode, I want to talk about things that affect learning and language learning specifically and that might not come that naturally to you. Because sometimes people think the biggest problem is grammar or vocabulary, not having enough talent or not having enough time. And yeah, those are very often the most visible and key problems that everyone talks about. But I want to talk about mor
Ep.131: The Kennedy Family Tragedies
Today’s episode is going to be a little cultural and also a little reagic. Because we are going to talk about something that many Americans know about and that has fascinated people for decades. The so-called Kennedy Curse.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can
Ep.130: 5 Most Infamous American Serial Killers
Today’s episode is going to be a little cultural and historical but also a little weird and I want to say this at the very beginning so you can decide if you want to continue listening. We will talk about serial killers, which means we will mention violence and some disturbing situations. I will keep it as non-graphic as possible, which means I won’t be describing anything in detail but still, thi
Ep.129: What If Scenarios (Second Conditional Practice) - It Is Fun, I Promise
In this episode, I was thinking that today we could come back to grammar buut in a fun way. And I know… grammar doesn’t always sound like the most exciting topic, but you know, this one is actually very useful and also quite easy once you understand the logic behind it. What is it? Second conditional! I found out that you really really have to hear it many times and practice it many times to actua
Ep.128: What You Need To Know About American Civil War
Today’s episode is going to be about something historical because I love love love talking about American history, but I will try to explain it in a very simple and understandable way. And the topic is the American Civil War.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now y
Ep.127: Pronunciation vs Accent: What Really Matters?
Today’s episode is something that comes up in my lessons all the time and I feel like there is still a lot of confusion around it. And that is the difference between pronunciation and accent. Because people often use these two words as if they meant the same thing… but they really don’t.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř m
Ep.126: Strange Everyday Things In the USA That Surprised Me
Today’s episode is going to be about things that are completely normal in the United States but might feel very strange if you are from Europe. Because I feel like we all kind of think we know America from movies and social media… but then you actually go there and it surprises you a little bit.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)
Ep.125: The Unfortunate Life And Death Of Edgar Allan Poe
Today it is going to be a really fun episode because we are going to talk about one of the most iconic writers in English literature. Edgar Allan Poe.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is
Ep.124: Fun Facts About The British Royal Family
Today’s episode will be a little shorter but also quite fun, because we’re going to talk about the British royal family and some fun facts that I personally find a little bit bizarre.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel
Ep.123: Does Your Personality Change When You Speak a Different Language?
Today’s episode is something that I find incredibly interesting. Well, you read the title, right? We’re going to talk about this question:Does your personality change when you speak another language?⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE -
Ep.122: I Flew To London To Go To a Theatre (Storytime)
Today I will tell you about my trip to London. It will be like a storytime episode, you can imagine this is a voice message and I am telling you about my experience.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to,
Ep.121: Amazing ADVANCED Words I Learned From Taylor Swift’s Songs (Part II)
This episode is a follow up on the last one and it will talk about the advanced words that I learned from Taylor Swift songs – those are the ones I learned just like two years ago or so. Those are the kind of words that make you stop a song and think, wait, what does that mean?⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADYNázvy písniček:"Sanctimoniously" = 🎵But Daddy I Love Him"Rivulets" =🎵 My Boy Only Breaks His
Ep.120: Amazing Words I Learned From Taylor Swift Songs (Part I)
This episode will be vocabulary-focused. And specifically, about the words I learned from Taylor Swift’s songs. Before I start, if you don’t like her or her songs, that is none of my business, to be honest. You don’t have to like her. I like her songs and they helped me to improve my English because she doesn’t use just basic vocabulary and it is really easy to learn and remember when you can list
Ep.119: Work Culture In the US - This Might Surprise You
Today we’re talking about American work culture.If you’ve ever watched American movies or series, you might have this picture in your head. Big offices. Coffee to go. Fast talking. Big ambitions. People who “love the grind.” To grind means to work very hard. And yes, ambition is definitely part of the culture. But today I want to talk about the practical side. Vacation, maternity leave and retirem
✨Ep.118: Social Media Is Exhausting (Phrasal Verbs Series 5/5)
This episode is about social media through my eyes - as a consumer but also as a content creator. It is also the last part of my phrasal verbs series!! 🔐PHRASAL VERBS UNLOCKED: klikni sem⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - b
✨Ep.117: Talking About Adulthood and Freelancing (Phrasal Verb Series 4/5)
This episode is the fourth part of my phrasal verb series, where we talk about real life and we focus on phrasal verbs at the same time. Today’s topic is one I feel very strongly about, and if you’re an adult… or a freelancer… or both… this might hit a little too close to home.Things no one warned me about adulthood and freelancing.🔐PHRASAL VERBS UNLOCKED: klikni sem⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš
✨Ep.116: How To Stop Translating Everything In Your Head And Start Think In English (Phrasal Verbs Series 3/5)
This episode is about how I learned to speak without translating.Because if you’re advanced, you probably know this feeling very well. You understand English. You can read articles, watch series, listen to podcasts, read full books and so on. But when you open up your mouth, something happens. There is a pause. Your brain freezes for a second.🔐PHRASAL VERBS UNLOCKED: klikni sem⭐Přepis a slovíčka:
✨Ep.115: When To Cut People Off From Your Life (Phrasal Verbs Series 2/5)
This episode is the second part of my phrasal verb series, where we look at phrasal verbs through real-life topics. Not as isolated vocabulary, not as something you memorize for a test, but as language that naturally appears when we talk about emotions, relationships, boundaries, and mental health.Today’s topic is… a little uncomfortable for some people, but very important.People I’ve grown out of
✨Ep.114: Motivation Comes and Goes (Phrasal Verbs Series 1/5)
This episode is the first part of a five-part series where we’ll look at phrasal verbs through real-life topics. Not as isolated vocabulary, not as a list of verbs and definitions, but as something that naturally shows up when we talk about life, work, studying, motivation, and, also about a topic that is very close to my heart… mental health. So I will be dropping some phrasal verbs!!!🔐PHRASAL VE
Ep.113: American Measurement System (Chaotic But Stay With Me!)
Today, we’re going to talk about something that sounds boring but is actually confusing and, at least to me, a little funny. The American measurement system. Also known as the imperial system. Or, as I like to call it, “Why are you like this?”Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an option :)⭐Př
Ep.112: Talking About 2025 (Recap Of My Year)
For the last two years, I have always made a recap of my year so I thought I would do the same for this one. And I am really happy to say that it has been a much better year than the previous one. I will be using some advanced vocabulary because I really want to describe my year as best as I can, so please, take advantage of the transcript and the vocabulary list.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to fi
Ep.111: The Most Common Grammar Mistakes in PET, FCE & CAE and How to Fix Them
Today’s episode is going to be very practical, because we are talking about something that can seriously impact your score in PET, FCE and CAE. Even students at higher levels keep repeating the same persistent grammar mistakes. They sneak into your writing, into your speaking, and if you’re stressed, they suddenly resurface and ruin an otherwise perfect answer. So tod
Ep.110: 10 Facts You Didn't Know About Me + English Idioms You Need To Know!
Today, we’re doing something a little different. Something fun. And also a little chaotic.I’m going to tell you 10 facts you probably didn’t know about me. Why? Well, because every time I share something personal, people seem to enjoy it. And honestly, sometimes it’s nice to lift the curtain, which means to reveal something private, and show you the human behind the microphone.Podpoř mě tady:
Ep.109: 7 Advanced Phrasal Verbs You Absolutely NEED To Know!
I AM BACK!!!So, what are we doing today? Well, today we’re doing something I know many of you love: advanced phrasal verbs. I know, the phrase “phrasal verbs” probably gives you mild anxiety, like the kind where you suddenly forget every single verb you’ve ever learned. But don’t worry, I’m here to make them painless. Or… at least less painful.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my
Ep.108: Conditional Sentences and My Opinions About AI
Today, we are mixing the best of both worlds- some grammar and also my personal views on things. Because I am sure everyone is super interested in my ideas, opinions and views. Sometimes I feel guilty and weird about talking about my own stories and opinions, like, who do I think I am? And why should anyone care? So that is why I decided to connect it to a grammar topic, so in case you don’t care,
Ep.107: How To Learn English From Movies and TV Shows Effectively
Today’s topic is something almost every student has heard at least once: “You should learn English from movies!”It is so much fun, right? And it is also sooooo easy … you just watch your favourite movie, and somehow, magically, you start speaking like a native. Well… no. It doesn’t quite work like that. But you knew that, didn’t you? Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work
Ep.106: 5 Mistakes Advanced English Speakers Make - Little Quiz!
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about something I love - mistakes. Not mine, obviously, yours. No, I’m kidding. Kind of.These are mistakes that even advanced Czech students make. Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an option :)⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líb
Ep.105: My Last Week: A Series Of Unfortunate Events
Today I decided to amuse you a little bit because that was actually the first intention of this podcast. Just to entertain someone through short stories being told in English. This time, I will tell you about last week. Not that it was some spectacular week but when I was thinking about it, it was one of those weeks where you are asking yourself- what else will come? Podpoř mě tady: (If you w
Ep.104: Being Completely Honest With Myself
Today, I want to share something that helped me not only with my English and French but also with being a better tutor. And it’s this: learning to say the words “I don’t know” confidently.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an option :)⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to lí
Ep.103: Why Saying “I Don’t Know” Makes You Sound More Confident
Today, I want to share something that helped me not only with my English and French but also with being a better tutor. And it’s this: learning to say the words “I don’t know” confidently.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an option :)⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to lí
Ep.102: "I Understand But... I Can't Speak" - What To Do?
Today, I want to talk about something that I hear all the time from students. They tell me: “I understand English, but I can’t speak.” If you’ve ever felt that way, this episode is for you.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an option :)⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to l
Ep.101: "She said that..." - Reported Speech In English
Today we’re going to talk about grammar, and not just any grammar - an intermediate grammar that any student at the B1 level should know. It is something many students find a bit confusing, but once you understand the logic, it’s actually not that bad. The topic is reported speech, also called indirect speech.⏰ Mastering English Tenses Course - do 14.9. za zvýhodněnou cenu: TADYPodpoř mě tady: (If
✨Ep.100: SPECIAL EPISODE - English Game Show!!!
Today, I’ll be playing with you. Yes, you, my dear friend, I am talking to you. So get ready, because we’re going to have a GAME SHOW - some tongue twisters, grammar questions, and even some weird facts about English that you’ll have to guess.⏰ Mastering English Tenses Course: TADYPodpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't fee
Ep.99: How To Sound More Natural In English (Immediately!)
Now … this is actually a very special episode, because it’s number ninety-nine. And you know the saying, “I’ve got 99 problems but sounding natural in English ain’t one”? That’s exactly what we’re talking about today - how to sound more natural in English.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an
Ep.98: Books I Have Been Reading Lately
Today, I want to talk about something I love but I don’t usually share here ... books. More specifically, the books I’ve been reading lately. And don’t worry, I’ll make sure to use lots of grammar in this too ... actually, I’ll be focusing on past continuous and past simple, because those two tenses are the backbone of storytelling. You’ll hear me use both and I’ll explain why at the end.Podpoř mě
Ep.97: Explaining Future Continuous Through Short Stories
Today’s episode is all about grammar. As you might remember, I have already done something similar for present perfect and past perfect as those are ones of the most problematic tenses. So today, we are continuing with this trend and we’re diving into the future continuous.Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have
Ep.96: Not Seeing Results On Your Language Journey? Here's Why And What To Do About It
Today’s topic is one that a lot of my students have been asking me about, and also something I’ve had to deal with myself lately. And the title says it all: "I don’t see any results… what now?"Does it sound familiar to you? 🧺Přijď na English Picnic (15.8.) - přihlaš se TADYPodpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you
Ep.95: A Little Life Update ...And a Lot of Excitement
Today, it will be a shorter and more personal episode, as I want to fill you in on all the things I have been working on and planning. And pay attention to new vocabulary and also phrasal verbs I will be using! 🧺English Picnic (15.8.) - přihlaš se TADY Podpoř mě tady: (If you want to financially support my work, now you can here): BUY ME A COFFEE - but don't feel like you have to, it is just an o
Ep.94: Crazy Period of American History! (1920s and 1930s) - From Alcohol, Jazz and Dance to Dust
Today I want to take you back to a really interesting time in American history. Because I love talking about my stories, but I love talking about American history even more! What period will we talk about? The 1920s! …which are often called The Roaring Twenties, and then we’ll talk about what happened next: the Wall Street crash in 1929, followed by the Great Depression in the 1930s. That pe
Ep.93: My Summer Camp Stories
Today, let’s go on a little nostalgic trip together.I want to tell you about summer camps ... both when I was a child, and later, when I became an instructor.Because, honestly? Camps were a big part of my life. I am just a camp child. And camp adult also. I loved camps. So here's a small compilation of stories!If you want to financially support my work, now you can here: https://coff.ee/dagmartoma
Ep.92: My Experience With Learning a Language With AI (Advantages and Disadvantages)
Today, I wanted to share something quite personal and current: my own experience of learning a language with the help of AI. Because yes, even as an English coach, I am also a language student myself. I’m learning French, and AI has become a surprisingly big part of my routine. So let’s look together at what I’ve found out… the good and the bad.If you want to financially support my work, now you c
Ep.91: 8 Mistakes To Avoid If You Are Preparing For FCE Or CAE Cambridge Exam
Today’s episode is especially for those of you who are preparing for the Cambridge exams like FCE or CAE.Because I am going to talk about common mistakes I see students make all the time. And trust me, I’ve seen a lot of them because I’ve helped so many students prepare over the years. Today we’ll go over them together, and I’ll try to explain why they matter and what you can do instead. Think of
Ep.90: Expressions You NEED to Know to Understand Modern English
Today we’re talking about something that I think is secretly driving all English learners (and honestly, even native speakers) a little crazy. And that is... English expressions that appear in the vocabulary of the young generation out of nowhere and it takes a while to understand what they actually mean. The kind of phrases that, if you don’t know them, it is really hard to understand, why
Ep.89: What I Did and Saw In London
I flew to London. It was my third time going there, but you can take it as my little travel diary because I will tell you, briefly, what I did and saw in London. I am not a very descriptive person when it comes to trips. My mum always asks me - so tell me about London (or Barcelona or any other city I traveled to) and my answer is - yeah, it was great, you know, we did this and that and that
Ep.88: My Regrets (+ Past Modals Grammar!)
Today’s episode is going to be a mix of two things: grammar and regret. And if you’re thinking “ugh, grammar,”-don’t worry. I’m going to explain everything as simply as possible, like I’m explaining it to a five-year-old. And then, we’ll get into some real-life stories. Because yes, we all have regrets - I have many regrets and today I will share some of them with you. It is quite personal, so buc
Ep.87: Why Learning English Is Like Going To The Gym
Today, I have a special message for you. And I don’t say this lightly… Learning English is basically the same as going to the gym. Or eating healthy. Really, let me prove it to you.Why are these two things - fitness and language learning - basically twins? I was thinking about it, again, when I was listening to a fitness podcast and fitness coaching and how much of fitness coaching I can see in la
Ep.86: Weird Things I Used To Do As a Child
Today, I want to talk about something that I think all of us have thought about at some point: Should I enjoy life right now… or should I wait and work for future happiness?This idea comes from a study I read — don’t worry, it’s not boring, I promise. And I’ll explain everything in simple English so even if your English isn’t perfect, you’ll still understand. This episode is also a great way to le
Ep.85: Instant Gratification VS Long-term Happiness
Today, I want to talk about something that I think all of us have thought about at some point: Should I enjoy life right now… or should I wait and work for future happiness?This idea comes from a study I read — don’t worry, it’s not boring, I promise. And I’ll explain everything in simple English so even if your English isn’t perfect, you’ll still understand. This episode is also a great way to le
Ep.84: TV Shows Recommendations For You (That You Might Love)
Today we will talk about all the different factors that influence the ability to learn a second language. And while doing that, I will teach you new vocabulary and idioms. Are you excited? Because I am!⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.83: 7 Reasons You're Struggling with English (And None of Them Are Laziness)
Today we will talk about all the different factors that influence the ability to learn a second language. And while doing that, I will teach you new vocabulary and idioms. Are you excited? Because I am!⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.82: Bunnies, Chocolate… and Beating Women?! Easter in the US, UK and Czechia 🐰
Today, we're diving into a holiday that is coming next week— Easter! ⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.81: Why Do We Forget English Grammar and Words and How To Remember More
Today, I am bringing you a shorter episode about American culture. Specifically, we’re talking about one of the most famous ideas in the world — The American Dream.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.80: How The American Dream Works
Today, I am bringing you a shorter episode about American culture. Specifically, we’re talking about one of the most famous ideas in the world — The American Dream.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.79: British vs. American English -A Small Analysis!
Today, it is going to be a little bit of a shorter episode but that doesn’t mean that it is not worth listening! Because we’re looking at one of the greatest competitions of all time — I’m talking about British vs. American English.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acas
Ep. 78: Working Abroad, Studying Abroad and English Exams Q&A
Today I am going to answer a few questions I received on Instagram. I put up a story with a window for questions and asked you to give me questions about working abroad, studying abroad, English exams, and maturita. So here I chose a few of these questions, let’s go.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.
Ep.77: The Craziest Conspiracy Theories!
Today we’re going to dive into something a little different—but definitely fun. Have you ever heard a theory so strange that you thought, “There’s no way people actually believe this”… and then found out they do?That’s what we’re talking about today—conspiracy theories!⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gma
Ep.76: Sorting English Words into Hogwarts Houses 🏰🦁🐍🦅🦡
Today, we’re not sorting people – we’re sorting English words and idioms into Hogwarts houses! Why? Because words, just like people, have different feelings and characteristics. And maybe it will be helpful for you to remember them in connection with one of the houses!✨Harry Potter Book Club: TADY⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskov
Ep.75: Key Steps To Make Reading English Books Effective And Enjoyable
I’m so excited for today’s episode because we’re going to talk about how to take your English to the next level and, the best part, how to do it while having fun at the same time! If you’re serious about improving your English, expanding your vocabulary, and reading a book in English, I have a few key steps that will make the whole process a lot easier and more enjoyable for you.✨Harry Potter Book
Ep.74: 10 Classic American Books – My Personal Picks and Why You Should Read Them 📚
Today, we’re diving into literature—specifically, 10 classic American books that I think are worth reading. And since I have a master’s degree in English and American literature and culture, I’m not just pulling these titles out of thin air—I’ve actually read them all, thought about them a lot, and now, I get to share my thoughts with you. Also, I love literature and talking about it. These books
Ep.73: Are You Insecure About Your Accent in English? Listen To This!
Today we’re talking about something that I know so many of you struggle with and something I struggled with as well—feeling insecure about your foreign accent when speaking English.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.72: My Christmas Holiday In the USA 🇺🇸 (Part III)
This will be part two of a three-part series where I talk about my holidays in the US. If you haven’t heard the previous episode, I recommend it before getting into this one.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo (můj instagram:) TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.71: My Christmas Holiday In the USA 🇺🇸 (Part II)
This will be part two of a three-part series where I talk about my holidays in the US. If you haven’t heard the previous episode, I recommend it before getting into this one.⭐Přepis a slovíčka: TADY⭐ Napiš mi zprávu, jak se ti to líbilo TADY (@dagmar–tomaskova)email: dajka.tomaskova@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
