5 Minute English Talk

In this New Year episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we start the year by going back to the basics — how to greet someone in English and how to reply naturally.You’ll learn simple, everyday greetings like:• “Hi”• “Hello”• “Hey”And common follow-up greetings such as:• “How are you?”• “How’s it going?”• “How are you doing?”Along with natural replies like:• “I’m good, thanks.”• “Doing well.”• “Pretty good.”• “All good.”The episode also covers casual greetings used with friends and colleagues, including:• “What’s up?”• “How’s everything?”• “How’s your day going?”Plus, you’ll hear a real conversation example, repeat-after-me practice, and a simple speaking challenge to help you feel more confident using greetings in daily life.We also share a Happy New Year message from the 5-Minute English Talk team and explain why starting with basic topics like greetings is especially helpful for new and intermediate learners.✨ New full episodes every Monday✨ Shadow English Practice episodes every Wednesday on all audio platformsStart the year strong with simple, natural English — and keep talking naturally Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk!I’m Bruce, and this Wednesday we’re starting the year with a Happy New Year Shadow English Practice.In this episode, you’ll practice positive, natural English that people commonly use at the beginning of a new year — at work, with friends, and in everyday conversations.You’ll repeat and shadow sentences like:“Happy New Year!”“Wishing you a happy and successful new year.”“This year feels like a fresh start.”“I’m setting a few goals for this year.”“I want to keep improving my English.”“I’m excited about what this year will bring.”“Let’s make this year a great one.”Remember:When you shadow, don’t rush. Match the rhythm, tone, and emotion — positive, confident, and hopeful.🎯 Mini challenge:Pick one sentence and repeat it ten times — slowly first, then naturally.Save this episode and practice it anytime throughout the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk with Bruce and Stacy. In this New Year episode, we explore how to wish someone a Happy New Year and talk about goals and resolutions in natural, everyday English—the way native speakers really speak.You’ll learn simple, friendly phrases like “Happy New Year,” “Here’s to a fresh start,” and “Wishing you health and happiness.” We also show you how to talk about resolutions without sounding formal or academic, using natural expressions such as “I’m working on…,” “I’m looking to…,” and “I’m trying to…”This episode reminds you that consistency matters more than intensity, and that real progress comes from small, steady steps. You’ll hear a realistic conversation, practice speaking out loud, and take on a simple New Year speaking challenge to help you build confidence.Whether you’re starting the year full of energy or taking things slowly, this episode will help you speak more naturally, feel more confident, and begin the year with the right mindset. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk!I’m Bruce, and this Wednesday we’re back with another Shadow English Practice episode — designed to help you speak more naturally by listening, repeating, and copying intonation.Since it’s Christmas season, today’s practice focuses on warm, friendly English you’ll hear at this time of year — with family, friends, colleagues, and everyday conversations.In this episode, you’ll practice real Christmas sentences like:“I love the Christmas atmosphere.”“Christmas is my favorite time of the year.”“We’re getting ready for Christmas celebrations.”“I’m spending Christmas with my family.”“Christmas always brings people together.”“Wishing you a Merry Christmas.”“Hope you have a joyful and peaceful Christmas.”Remember:When you shadow, don’t rush. Christmas English should sound warm, relaxed, and friendly.🎯 Mini challenge:Pick one sentence from today and repeat it ten times — slowly first, then naturally.Save this episode and practice it anytime during the Christmas season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special Christmas episode of 5-Minute English Talk, you’ll learn how people naturally talk during the holiday season using simple, warm, everyday English.You’ll hear common Christmas greetings like “Merry Christmas,” friendly ways to check in on others, and relaxed responses about holiday plans such as “Keeping it simple this year” and “Nothing big — just relaxing.” The episode also includes a real conversation example, repeat-after-me practice, and a gentle speaking challenge to help you use these phrases with confidence.Perfect for the holiday season, this episode reminds you that you don’t need perfect English to connect with people — kindness, sincerity, and simple words matter most.✨ New full episodes every Monday✨ Shadow English Practice episodes every WednesdayMerry Christmas, and keep talking naturally.Important sentences:• “Merry Christmas!”• “Merry Christmas to you too!”• “Thanks — hope you have a great one.”• “Same to you!”• “How are you spending Christmas?”• “Are you with family this year?”• “Any plans for today?”• “It really feels like Christmas now.”• “This year went by so fast.”• “It’s nice to slow down a bit.”• “I know — I can’t believe it.”• “Yeah, it flew by.”• “I really needed this break.”• “Hope you’re having a lovely day.”• “I’m keeping it simple this year.”• “It’s nice to slow down a bit.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, you’ll practice real holiday-time sentences like:“I’m getting ready for the holidays.”“Do you have any plans for the holidays?”“It’s been a busy end of the year.”“I’m looking forward to some time off.”“The holiday season always goes by so fast.”“Wishing you a happy and relaxing holiday.”“Let’s catch up again in the new year.”Remember:When you shadow, don’t rush. Slow, clear practice builds natural speed later.Try to match the emotion too — warm, relaxed, and friendly.🎯 Today’s mini challenge:Pick one sentence from this episode and repeat it ten times — slowly first, then naturally.Save this episode and practice it anytime during the holiday season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this seasonal episode of 5-Minute English Talk, you’ll learn how to talk naturally about the holiday season in mid-December — the time when the year is slowing down, plans are being wrapped up, and conversations feel warmer and more relaxed.You’ll hear natural, everyday English phrases like:• “Can you believe how fast this year went?”• “It doesn’t feel real that the year is almost over.”• “Are you getting into the holiday spirit?”• “Do you have any plans for the holidays?”• “I’m keeping it low-key this year.”• “Nothing big, just relaxing.”• “Just trying to wrap things up before the holidays.”• “Things are slowing down a bit now.”• “I could really use a break.”The episode also includes real-life conversation examples you’ll hear at work, with friends, and in social settings during the second and third week of December — plus repeat-after-me practice to help you sound calm, natural, and confident.You’ll also hear a short motivation to remind you that perfect English isn’t needed to connect with people — clear, honest words are more than enough.✨ New full episodes release every Monday✨ Shadow English Practice episodes release every Wednesday on all audio platformsThis episode is perfect if you want to feel more comfortable talking about the end of the year, holiday plans, and everyday December conversations in natural English. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk! I’m Bruce, and today’s Wednesday session is all about Shadow English — the simple method where you listen, repeat, and copy my intonation to sound more natural and confident.In this episode, we’re practicing useful polite expressions you can use at work, with friends, or anywhere in daily life.You’ll repeat sentences like:“Thank you, I appreciate it.”“Sorry for the delay.”“Could you help me with this?”“No worries, it’s all good.”“Whenever you’re ready.”“Please let me know if you need anything.”“That really means a lot to me.”Remember:When you shadow, don’t rush. Match the rhythm and emotion — warm, calm, and natural.Your mini challenge today:Pick one sentence and repeat it ten times — slowly first, then naturally.Practice this episode anytime, and watch your fluency rise every week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this social and fun episode of 5-Minute English Talk, you’ll learn how to invite someone for coffee, lunch, or dinner in natural, relaxed English.You’ll hear useful everyday phrases like:• “Want to grab a coffee sometime?”• “Maybe we could grab a coffee this week?”• “Are you free for lunch tomorrow?”• “Do you have time for a quick coffee this week?”• “If you’re free one day, we could grab lunch.”• “Hey, want to grab dinner sometime?”• “If you’re free this weekend, maybe we could get dinner.”• “No pressure — but if you’re free, we could grab something to eat.”You’ll also listen to real conversation examples showing how invitations sound in real life, plus repeat-after-me practice and a speaking challenge to help you feel confident asking someone out in English.A warm thank you to our 80,000+ listeners worldwide — your support means everything.And don’t forget:✨ Shadow English Practice episodes release every Wednesday✨ New full episodes release every MondayIf you want to sound natural, friendly, and confident in everyday English, this episode is for you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a special Wednesday edition of 5-Minute English Talk!I’m Bruce, and today we’re doing our very first Shadow English episode — a powerful technique where you listen, repeat, and copy my intonation exactly.Shadow English is one of the fastest ways to improve your pronunciation, rhythm, and confidence.In today’s practice, you’ll repeat real everyday sentences like:“I’m ready to learn.”“I’m improving my English every day.”“Speaking confidently starts with small steps.”“Hey, how’s your day going?”“Could you say that again, please?”“I’ll check and get back to you.”“That sounds like a good idea.”You’ll also learn an important reminder:“When you shadow, don’t rush. Slow, clear practice builds natural speed later.”And your mini challenge for today:“Pick one sentence from today and repeat it ten times — slowly first, then naturally.”This episode is perfect for learners who want to speak smoother, clearer, and more naturally — just by following along with my voice.Practice it anytime. Repeat it daily. Your fluency will grow faster than you think. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

5-Minute English VocabularyClick below to listen to our show on your favorite platform:Apple PodcastsSpotifyCastboxWeb PlayerKarma DocumentaryClick below to listen to our show on your favorite platform:Apple PodcastsSpotifyCastboxWeb PlayerIn this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy explore one of the simplest but most powerful tools in English speaking — pausing.Learn why native speakers pause so often, how small pauses make you sound more confident, and how phrases like “Let me think…”, “Hmm…”, and “Well…” can make your English feel calm and natural.You’ll hear real examples, repeat-after-me practice, and a quick speaking challenge to help you slow down, breathe, and speak with clarity — not speed.✨ Small pause. Big difference.And don’t forget, new episodes come out every Monday! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hello listeners,We have launched a new episode i.e. Karma Documentary, please listen to the show and give us your feedback:https://karma-documentary-real-lives-real-actions-real-karma.simplecast.com/episodes/keanu-reeves-the-karma-of-kindnessEpisodic Description:In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to introduce yourself naturally in English — and how to keep the conversation going with friendly, confident questions.Learn simple expressions like:🗨️ “Hi, I’m Bruce.”🗨️ “Nice to meet you!”🗨️ “Where are you from?”🗨️ “What do you do?”🗨️ “I just moved here recently.”You’ll hear a real conversation example, discover small tricks to sound more natural (like adding one personal detail), and get a speaking challenge you can practice today.Don’t forget — new episodes release every Monday!Follow the show to keep improving your English, one simple conversation at a time.💬 Important Phrases From the Episode:“Hi, I’m ___.”“Nice to meet you.”“Are you from around here?”“Where are you from?”“What do you do?”“How long have you been here?”“I’m from ___.”“I just moved here recently.”“I work in ___.”“I love ___.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to make your English sound more natural, relaxed, and fluent — the way people speak in real life.Learn simple tricks like using shorter expressions, adding softening words (“kind of,” “a bit”), reacting naturally with phrases like “Oh really?” and “That’s cool!”, and using small connectors to make your sentences flow smoothly.You’ll also hear a real mini-conversation that shows exactly how natural English sounds, plus a speaking challenge that helps you practice right away.And don’t forget — new episodes come out every Monday!Follow the show and keep your English sounding confident and natural.💬 Important Phrases From the Episode:“I’ll try to visit tomorrow.”“I’m not sure.”“I’m kind of tired today.”“It’s a bit expensive.”“Oh really?”“That’s cool!”“No way!”“By the way…”“So… what do you think?”“Hmm… let me think.”“I’ll probably do that later.”“I’m not sure yet.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 In this warm and cheerful comeback episode, they share how to catch up and start fresh in English after taking a short break — whether it’s from school, work, or everyday conversations.You’ll also hear tips on how to sound positive, natural, and confident when reconnecting with friends, classmates, or colleagues after a break.🎧 Listen, repeat, and get ready for an exciting new season filled with fresh themes, fun conversations, and mini English challenges every week!Important Phrases Discussed:“Hey! Long time no see!”“It’s been a while — how have you been?”“I’ve missed chatting with you!”“Good to see you again!”“It’s great to reconnect.”“I hope everything’s been going well.”“Alright, let’s start fresh!”“New week, new energy!”“I’m ready to get back on track.”“Let’s pick up where we left off.”  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

5-Minute English Talk will be back on November 10 with brand-new energy, fresh English themes, and exciting weekly lessons! 💬Starting next month, you can tune in every Monday for a quick, practical English conversation designed to boost your confidence and fluency — in just five minutes.🎧 Follow the show now so you don’t miss our return — and get ready to start your week with fun, useful, and natural English practice every Monday! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After an amazing run of episodes — from confidence-building conversations to natural English dialogues — the team is taking a short break to recharge and prepare for what’s next.Expect fresh topics, new challenges, and exciting English lessons when they return in just a couple of weeks.In the meantime, replay your favorite episodes, keep practicing, and stay confident — your English journey never stops!🎧 Follow the show so you don’t miss the return of 5-Minute English Talk — back soon with brand new energy, voices, and lessons you’ll love. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a big day at 5-Minute English Talk! 🥳Bruce and Stacy celebrate their 100th episode with heartfelt stories, gratitude, and practical English phrases you can use to congratulate and celebrate like a native speaker.Learn cheerful expressions such as “Congratulations on your success,” “Here’s to new beginnings,” and “You did it!” — plus a few personal reflections from your favorite hosts.This milestone episode is filled with warmth, laughter, and reminders of how far you’ve come in your English journey.🎧 Join the celebration, repeat the phrases, and keep growing your confidence — because this is just the beginning of the next 100 episodes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hey listeners! Don’t forget to check out our YouTube channel — we post short, daily videos to help you learn English in fun and simple ways. Make sure to subscribe and stay tuned for more!https://www.youtube.com/@5minenglishtalk/shortsIn this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to end conversations smoothly and politely — without sounding rude or awkward.Learn real-life English phrases like “Anyway, it was great catching up!”, “I’ll let you get back to it,” and “Talk to you soon — have a great day!”You’ll also hear natural example dialogues that show how confident speakers wrap up chats — whether it’s with a friend, a colleague, or during a meeting.🎧 Practice along, repeat the phrases, and discover how tone, timing, and simple words can make you sound friendly, natural, and confident every time you say goodbye.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy share simple and powerful tips to help you speak English with confidence — even if you’re still learning.You’ll learn how to avoid hesitation words, choose strong expressions, and use tone and pauses like native speakers do. Practice real-life examples such as “I believe this approach works best” and “That’s a great question — here’s what I think.”By the end of this episode, you’ll sound more natural, calm, and sure of yourself in any conversation — from meetings to everyday chats.🎧 Practice with us, repeat the phrases, and build your confident English voice — one episode at a time! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy show you how to disagree politely in English — without sounding rude or awkward.Learn natural expressions like “I’m not sure I agree with that” and “That’s an interesting point”, hear real-life examples, and practice soft, confident ways to express your opinion.By the end of this episode, you’ll sound more fluent, respectful, and confident in every conversation — whether at work, school, or with friends.🎧 Practice with us, repeat the phrases, and keep improving your everyday English — one conversation at a time! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.