American English Podcast

The idiom "to be three sheets to the wind" means to be very drunk. If you don't like hearing content related to alcohol, or you're underage, skip this episode! :) Terms you will hear: 1. to slur 2. to stumble 3. to giggle 4. to black out 5. to have a hangover 6. to be as drunk as a skunk Next week, we'll be talking about Wine Regions in the United States. Stay tuned! Mentioned in this Episode * Season 4 [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-4] * All Premium Content [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-1-2-and-3-bundle](Episodes 001-150) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

On March 2, we celebrate Read Across America Day, a time when schools across the U.S. encourage kids to dive into the magical world of books. But why March 2? Well, it’s no coincidence—that’s the birthday of a man whose impact on children’s literature is nothing short of legendary: Dr. Seuss. Who’s that, you ask? Oh, just the wacky, wildly creative genius who shaped childhoods for generations. Some call him the father of children’s literature, and honestly, if you want to understand American culture, you need to know about this man. From whimsical rhymes to unforgettable characters, Dr. Seuss didn't just write books—he created a world where words dance, imagination reigns, and learning feels like play. So, grab your hat (preferably a tall red-and-white striped one), and let’s dive into the story of the one and only Dr. Seuss. Mentioned in this episode: * Book Recommendations for Intermediate ESL Learners [https://americanenglishpodcast.com/book-recommendations-for-intermediate-esl-students/] * Premium Content for this episode can be found in Season 3 [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/transcripts-episode-101-150] or in All Premium Content [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-1-2-and-3-bundle]. It was posted originally as episode 140.2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Hello! As you may know, Chats with Shana episodes are casual and are intended for you to hear natural language. Today, we’ll be chatting about what makes us happy. I'll go first. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear 50 universal sources of happiness—from the smell of freshly baked bread and cookies to cuddling with a kitten or puppy. To break the ice, I will share 10 things that make me happy, and throughout my explanations, I’ll clarify challenging expressions and phrases. I hope you walk away from this lesson happier and ready to share what makes you happy. Mentioned in this Episode * Book Recommendations for Intermediate English Learners [https://americanenglishpodcast.com/book-recommendations-for-intermediate-esl-students/] * Premium Content: Season 4 [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-4] (Episodes 150-200) * Premium Content: All Premium Content [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-1-2-and-3-bundle] Seasons 1-3 (Episodes 001-150) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Hello! Today, we have ESL teacher and language coach Tanja Jordening as our guest. She runs English Coach 3Ts [https://englishcoach-3ts.com/] and is from Nebraska. In this episode, she’ll share what it was like growing up in the state. You’ll hear about farming, the work ethic, Kool-Aid, and more. I hope you enjoy her story as much as I did! :) We recently had a conversation on her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqV0yI_A0EI [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqV0yI_A0EI] Mentioned in the episode  * English Coach 3Ts on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/EnglishCoach3Ts] * Tanya's Website: English Coach 3Ts [https://englishcoach-3ts.com/] * Season 4 [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-4] * All Premium Content [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-1-2-and-3-bundle] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

In this lesson, we explore essential English vocabulary related to gardening and yard work, covering tools, tasks, and outdoor spaces. The lesson starts with an explanation of what a yard is—both as a unit of measurement and as a space around a home, such as the front yard and backyard. The teacher shares personal experiences with yard maintenance, offering practical examples of how these words are used in daily life. You’ll learn about common tools like shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, pruning shears, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers, as well as the parts of a yard such as lawns, flower beds, shrubs, mulch, and greenhouses. Through stories about seasonal yard work in North Carolina, listeners gain insight into the changing responsibilities that come with spring, summer, fall, and winter. Tasks like digging, planting, weeding, mowing, pruning, and shoveling are introduced in context, making it easier to understand and remember their meaning. We also share gardening challenges like bears visiting local orchards. Key words and expressions like "to have a green thumb" (being good at gardening) and "to prune" (cut unwanted branches) are explained in detail. Sign up for premium content to access definitions, a PDF transcript, pronunciation videos, and more. Mentioned in the episode  * Season 4 [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-4] * All Premium Content [https://courses.americanenglishpodcast.com/p/season-1-2-and-3-bundle] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]