Actually English

Join me in this episode where we unpack the interesting life of Katherine Switer, the first woman to run in the Boston Marathon. We go over phrases and keywords that deal with emotion and perseverance.

In this episode, we break down a TED Talk from Lera Boroditsky. From how an Aboriginal community from Australia doesn't have the words "left" and "right", to how some languages avoid fault by only using passive voice, we touch on many aspects of how language shapes the way we see the world.

Part 1 of the suspense story, The Last Message. Follow us in this story while we listen to Helena after she finds a mysterious message from a coworker that leads to his disappearance. For intermediate to advanced learners.

Do you ever get confused when you have to choose between the verb "do" or "make"? Don't worry, it can be confusing! After this episode, I'm sure you'll be a master. Join us as we dive into this topic and learn the difference between "do" and "make".

In this episode of Actually English, we are back on Reddit, where we will learn lots of useful phrases through context, like "kill the vibe" and "it's a whole thing". Listen for yourself and tell us if you think this poster was the a**hole or not!

Phrasal verbs don't have to be a list you memorize and forget. In this episode of Actually English Grammar Bites, we learn 5 essential phrasal verbs through two stories — one with explanations, one without. Back out, burst out, call it off, bring up, and turn out. Plus a challenge at the end. Find us on Instagram @actuallyenglishpodcast

Today's post comes from r/relationship_advice — one of Reddit's most active communities. It's a deeply human story about a long friendship that seems to be fading without explanation. The language in this post is rich with emotional vocabulary, idioms about relationships, and the kind of raw, honest informal English that native speakers use when they're genuinely struggling with something.

Ever feel lost the moment you walk up to a coffee shop counter in an English-speaking country? This episode breaks down a real New York City coffee order — and the fast, casual phrases native speakers use every single day that most textbooks completely skip. In this episode, you'll learn five key expressions, including "Can I get...", "Actually, you know what...", and "Whatever she's having" — plus why real English sounds so fast (hint: it's called connected speech, and "can I get a" becomes ...

In this episode, we read a real-style Reddit post from the subreddit r/AITA (Am I The Asshole) and decode the slang, internet language, and informal expressions that make it almost impossible for most learners to follow. This is one of the most popular corners of the internet in English-speaking countries - understanding it means you're truly reading at a native level.