Real English Conversations Podcast – Real English for Global Professionals | Speak Clearly & Confidently at Work

In this special solo episode, host Curtis Davies, the founder of The Real English Conversations Podcast, opens up about the next chapter for the show and how you can be part of it. For years, this podcast has helped global professionals find their voice in English — not through grammar drills, but through real communication, mindset, and confidence. Now, Curtis is taking that mission one step further by launching the Real English Conversations Patreon community. If this podcast has ever helped you — inspired you to speak up, improved your fluency, or made you feel more confident in your professional English — this episode is your invitation to become part of something bigger. ✨ In this episode, Curtis shares: 💬 Why he created the Patreon community 🎧 What exclusive content and learning tools members receive 💪 How to join and start growing faster in your English journey 🌍 Why this community will change the way you learn, speak, and connect 💖 Join the Real English Conversations Community on Patreon 🎧 Become a Patron today: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/RealEnglishConversationsPodcast or view all membership options: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership Inside Patreon you’ll find: ✅ Exclusive podcast episodes ✅ Full transcripts & study notes ✅ Fluency-building tools and mindset training ✅ Early access & behind-the-scenes content ✅ Discounts for the 90-Day English Challenge 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Tom LeNoble, executive leader, international speaker, resilience coach, and philanthropist. Tom’s career spans Fortune 500 giants, including MCI (VZ), Walmart.com (WMT), Palm (HP), and Facebook (META), as well as high-growth startups. Today, he serves as CEO of the Academy for Coaching Excellence and A Leadership Coach with the Miller Center at Santa Clara University, mentoring leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide. A two-time survivor of life-threatening illnesses and the forthcoming author of My Life in Business Suits, Hospital Gowns & High Heels, Tom shares his conviction — “I’m Still Here.” His story is one of courage, reinvention, and the power to lead with purpose in the face of adversity. ✨ In this episode, Tom reveals: 💼 Leadership lessons from Fortune 500 boardrooms and startups 💪 How resilience redefines success after life-changing moments 🧠 Mindset shifts that help professionals stay strong under pressure 🌍 Why servant leadership and philanthropy matter now more than ever 💬 His mission is to inspire others through his book and coaching 📌 Connect with Tom LeNoble 🌐 Website — www.tomlenoble.com Podcast - https://www.tomlenoble.com/podcast LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/tomlenoble Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tomlenoble 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Sam Malone, The lead spoken voice lecturer in Musical Theatre at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and teacher at RADA. Sam has trained performers who’ve gone on to lead roles in West End hits like Hadestown, Mean Girls, Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, and more. But his expertise isn’t limited to the stage. Sam also works with executives and global organizations such as Wagamama, Accenture, and Skadden, helping leaders communicate with clarity, impact, and presence. By combining spoken voice training, executive presence, and nervous system-informed practice, Sam equips professionals to speak with confidence and authenticity in even the toughest rooms. ✨ In this episode, Sam shares: 🎭 Lessons from his training that business leaders can apply immediately 🧠 The role of the nervous system in confident, under-pressure communication 💼 Common mistakes executives make when presenting to teams and clients 🌍 Advice for global professionals speaking English as a second language 🎙️ Why authenticity and authority can (and should) go hand in hand 📌 Connect with Sam Malone Get Sam's Book Why They Can't Hear You -> https://www.elevatevoice.co.uk/book 🌐 Website: Elevate Voice — https://www.elevatevoice.co.uk/actor 💼 LinkedIn: Sam Malone — https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-malone-voice/ 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Kam Knight,  coach, international speaker, and bestselling author of more than a dozen books on mental, emotional, and physical performance. Kam is known for offering fresh, out-of-the-box perspectives that move beyond traditional ideas. His books have become the gold standard in their fields, helping over 500,000 people worldwide. Beyond writing and coaching, Kam is also a passionate traveler who has visited more than 100 countries, collecting insights that shape his unique approach to human potential. ✨ In this episode, Kam shares: 🧠 What first inspired his exploration of mental, emotional, and physical performance 📚 Why his books have become essential guides for readers worldwide 💡 The power of fresh perspectives to disrupt limiting beliefs 🌍 How traveling to 100+ countries shaped his coaching and worldview 🔥 Practical tools professionals can use today to manage confidence, stress, and self-doubt 🖊️ The discipline and motivation behind writing a dozen bestselling books 📌 Connect with Kam Knight 🌐 Website: kamknight.com — https://kamknight.com 📸 Instagram: @ikamknight — https://instagram.com/ikamknight 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/ikamknight — https://facebook.com/ikamknight 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@ikamknight — https://youtube.com/@ikamknight 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ikamknight — https://linkedin.com/in/ikamknight 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@ikamknight — https://tiktok.com/@ikamknight 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Linda “Love” Lemos, M.P.S., a dynamic professional with expertise spanning political management, legal studies, and business consulting. Linda is a Certified Speaker, Book Author, Senior Consultant, Producer, and Podcaster, passionate about empowering individuals and organizations with innovative solutions. With dual Master of Professional Studies degrees in Political Management and Paralegal Studies, she brings deep expertise in political strategy, legal analysis, and business leadership. Her career includes advising clients on complex political and legal landscapes, producing media to amplify important conversations, and speaking internationally to inspire audiences with her vision and knowledge. In this episode, Linda shares: 📊 The crossover between politics, business, and law, and why communication is key in all three 🎙️ How producing media and podcasts amplifies important conversations 💼 Lessons from working as a Senior Consultant and navigating high-stakes environments 📚 Why speaking and writing are powerful ways to inspire and influence 🌍 Her mission is to empower professionals and organizations with innovative, impactful solutions. 📌 Connect with Linda “Love” Lemos Linkedin -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-lemos-eaoalegal/ Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/linda.lemos Email inquiries -> ResilienceSpeakerLindaLove7@gmail.com 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Kyle Morse, Master NLP Practitioner, Master Success Coach, and Founder of Overcome Beliefs. Kyle helps people rewire their identity, disrupt limiting patterns, and step into their most confident, aligned selves. After more than a decade in public service and another in the corporate world, Kyle realized that outward “success” no longer reflected who he truly was. He walked away and rebuilt his life around purpose, transformation, and the science of the unconscious mind. Today, he guides clients across the globe through breakthroughs that unlock confidence, discipline, emotional mastery, and true leadership. ✨ In this episode, Kyle shares: 🧠 What it means to “rewire your identity” and why it’s key to transformation 🔥 How men can step into healed masculine energy for leadership and healthy relationships 💡 Insights into how subconscious beliefs drive self-sabotage 🌍 Lessons from leaving two careers to align with true purpose 📚 His tools and programs for creating real, lasting change 📌 Connect with Kyle Morse 🌐 Website: — https://overcomebeliefs.com 📸 Instagram: @kylehmorse — https://bit.ly/KyleMorseIG 📺 YouTube: Overcome Beliefs — https://bit.ly/OvercomeBeliefsYT 💼 LinkedIn: Kyle Morse — https://bit.ly/KyleMorseLI 📘 Facebook: Kyle Morse — https://bit.ly/KyleMorseFB Ways to Work With Kyle: FREE Masterclass --> https://www.overcomebeliefs.com/freemasterclass?fbclid=IwY2xjawMhwj9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4dzZrYXBlMGJxM2F0MWtiAR4DXgoPK7tso60teFKSmbfiymg8wZG6767OdJeyT56k4ZEVej3nuvm96SHhZg_aem_9KS2KdtvbPUL7jgY3zEoew  The Foundation – A self-paced experience to reprogram the beliefs keeping you stuck. Learn how your subconscious mind works, identify where your inner conflict comes from, and align your identity with the results you say you want.  Preorder Now + Get Founding Rate Access https://www.overcomebeliefs.com/programsandcourses  eBooks for Inner Shift - From Identity to Alpha Leadership, and Boundaries to Thriving Relationships. Grab powerful, practical guides designed to help you reclaim your peace, power, and presence.  Browse the eBook Collection https://www.overcomebeliefs.com/ondemand#headline-b51c79a7    1:1 Coaching - You’re not broken - you have inner conflict. Together, we’ll resolve that. Coaching with me is about bringing your subconscious beliefs into alignment with your conscious goals so you can stop self-sabotaging and start embodying the leader you’re meant to be.  Apply for Coaching Here https://www.overcomebeliefs.com/coaching 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies speaks with Alvin Day, Executive Director of the Global Empowerment Institute, international leadership coach, and author of If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I, Persuasion Power, and more. For more than 25 years, Alvin has empowered executives and professionals at multinational companies like Colgate, Pepsi, Nestlé, Campbell’s, Valvoline, and the Central Bank of Jamaica, helping leaders grow influence, confidence, and resilience in today’s fast-changing world. 🌍 From his roots in Jamaica to coaching executives across the globe, Alvin’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and practical wisdom. In this episode, Alvin shares: The inspiring message behind If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I 🐛🦋 A principle of persuasion every professional can use today to influence effectively Leadership lessons that remain universal across cultures How “ordinary” people can lead from wherever they are Strategies for building confidence when self-doubt takes over Why empowering employees leads to stronger organizations His vision for developing the next generation of leaders 📌 Connect with Alvin Day & Recieve Free 7 Day Access To The Global Empowerment Institute: Exclusive Offer for Real English Conversations Podcast Listeners Full 7 days of free, no obligation access to GEI’s SKOOL platform with coaching, including live sessions, on-- Leadership Empowerment and, Moneymaking and materials --to become more, achieve more, and earn more. JOIN HERE WITH THIS Link & QR Code: https://bit.ly/Alvinfreeoffer 🌐 Website: AlvinDay.com 🌐 Global Empowerment Institute: GlobalEmpowermentInstitute.com 📘 Facebook: Official Alvin Day https://www.facebook.com/OfficialAlvinDay/ 📖 Books by Alvin Day: If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I If Caterpillars Can Fly, So Can I -- The Hard Copy: https://alvinday.com/product/if-caterpillars-can-fly-so-can-i-book/?v=34f435c6b599  https://www.amazon.com/If-Caterpillars-Can-Fly-Universal-ebook/dp/B07NB365KN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17LK3KV025O74&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zdST7-ru4YdtCpV9LFc5E-UL_JZfSRais2rpQ0nbsu7sJjKwkniJd1cR3CXPjsXiAIz5XIjqS0ZuvjOM2IB42JnQM1opasOVxW34_huGztE.G7kEvNjS1SJ7zVNysD6vsIsHkQGMn_mwmgZJlGbzdXk&dib_tag=se&keywords=if+caterpillars+can+fly&qid=1756313213&sprefix=%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-1 Persuasion Power https://alvinday.com/product/persuasion-power-book-or-audio/?v=34f435c6b599 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this very special episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, I’m joined by my niece, Hillary Davies, a full-time flight attendant, third-year nursing student, and passionate traveler who speaks English, French, and Italian. Born in Kamloops, BC, and currently splitting her time between Victoria, BC, and Montreal, QC, Hillary has lived a life full of adventure. She’s been to 20 countries, worked in both Italy and Australia, and learned Italian to a business level mostly through listening and immersion. She’s also adapted her French from “France French” to the unique Quebecois dialect she uses every day at work. In our conversation, Hillary shares: ✈️ Memorable stories from traveling to 20 countries and working abroad 🛫 The unexpected joys and challenges of life as a flight attendant 🗣 How learning French and Italian changed the way she connects with people 🇮🇹 Tips for learning a new language through immersion and listening 😂 Funny and confusing moments navigating Quebecois French 💡 Real-life examples where language skills made a big difference 💉 Why she’s making the shift from aviation to a career in nursing 🌍 Advice for building fluency and confidence without living abroad 👨‍👩‍👧 How her parents — especially her dad, Kevin (a past guest) — influenced her journey 📌 Connect with Hillary: 📸 Instagram: @hillary_davies 🎧 Listen to her dad Kevin’s episode here: 🎙 Spotify: Old Cars & Being Canadian – My Brother Kevin https://open.spotify.com/episode/1mwyA6lEsJu4ukXJrxPaL1?si=6786cd45f67f49a9 🎙 Apple Podcasts: Old Cars & Being Canadian – My Brother Kevin https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-conversation-old-cars-being-canadian-with-my/id977345837?i=1000712395935 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode, Curtis Davies sits down with Nathan Lancry, A dynamic entrepreneur, thought leader, and author of The Mercury Mind, The Book of Matches, and Foresight is 20/20. Nathan’s journey is anything but ordinary. From leaving high school early and working manual labor jobs at just nine years old, to becoming the CEO of the Jay Auto Group in Cleveland and Akron, Ohio, he’s built a life and career rooted in resilience, creativity, and a fearless approach to leadership. In this conversation, Nathan shares: How humble beginnings shaped his unique leadership style The mindset shifts that turn challenges into opportunities Why uncovering the real truth in any situation can transform relationships and business decisions Practical steps to build independence, both personal and financial The importance of self-understanding and purpose in achieving long-term success Whether you’re a business professional, entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration to push past your own limitations, Nathan’s insights will challenge the way you think and give you tools to move forward with confidence. Connect with Nathan Lancry: 🌐 Website: nathanlancry.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nathan-lancry-61650916b 📖 Buy The Book of Matches: Amazon Link 📖 Buy The Mercury Mind: Amazon Link 📖 Buy Foresight Is 20/20: Amazon Link 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this powerful solo episode, Teacher Curtis Davies, confidence coach, pronunciation specialist, and communication expert, shares how global professionals can finally speak clearly and confidently at work in just 90 days. If you're tired of missing opportunities, avoiding conversations, or feeling stuck in your English communication, this episode is your wake-up call. Curtis introduces the 90-Day Next Level English Challenge, a proven system that helps you: ✅ Improve pronunciation ✅ Build fluency and clarity under pressure ✅ Ace job interviews and presentations ✅ Speak up in meetings without fear ✅ And finally, express yourself like the professional you are WATCH THIS VIDEO ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KP-6V7CHKJk&ab_channel=RealEnglishConversations 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

"The best relationship you have is with yourself." In this bold and transformative episode, mindset coach Michael Mabry shares how he helps athletes and now professionals develop unshakable confidence, resilience, and leadership. As co-founder of One Play Development, Michael has trained over 4,000 student-athletes to become mentally strong, emotionally grounded, and ready to perform. In this episode, he breaks down how to find your "Best Possible Outcome", form lasting "Brain Tattoos", and unlock your full potential — both in English and in life. This conversation goes way beyond sports. It’s about building the mindset and communication skills you need to show up powerfully at work, lead with clarity, and speak English with calm, clear confidence. 🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ The mental blocks that hold people back (in English and in life) ✅ The difference between coaching and true mentorship ✅ How to build confidence — even when you're struggling or doubting yourself ✅ Techniques to perform under pressure in meetings, interviews, or presentations ✅ The surprising connection between elite sports training and language learning ✅ One powerful mindset shift if you’re feeling stuck right now 🎯 Perfect for: International professionals working on English fluency High-performers, coaches, mentors, and leaders Anyone chasing a goal, facing pressure, or working to show up as their best self,  in any language Whether you're preparing for a big presentation, improving your workplace communication, or learning to trust your voice in English, this episode will give you the tools to stay grounded, focused, and ready to lead. 🔗 Learn More About Michael Mabry & One Play Development: BUY Michaels Book "BPO" Best Possible Outcome Here -> https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734607092?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_45AHI617F2I6MV2OLIG9&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_45AHI617F2I6MV2OLIG9&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_45AHI617F2I6MV2OLIG9&bestFormat=true&titleSource=true 🌐 Website: oneplaydevelopment.com 🔗 LinkedIn (Company): linkedin.com/company/oneplaydevelopment 👤 LinkedIn (Michael): linkedin.com/in/michael-mabry 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078990753363 📸 Instagram: @coachmabes44 | @oneplaydevelopment 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

From addiction and prison to purpose and impact — this is a redemption story you won’t forget. In this episode, Curtis sits down with Joe Gallagher Jr., also known as Chef Giuseppe, a former Grammy-nominated musician turned faith-driven entrepreneur, author, and founder of Apastioli Specialty Foods — one of the fastest-growing food brands in the Southern U.S. Joe’s story begins in darkness: a traumatic accident, a spiral into addiction, broken relationships, attempted murder charges, and years lost behind bars. But through sobriety, faith, and a simple act of service — sharing a homemade sauce at a recovery meeting — Joe began to rebuild his life and reconnect with purpose. Today, his business is expanding into major grocery chains, his book is inspiring lives, and his message is clear: “Even the most broken people can become powerful healers.” 🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ How Joe went from prison to purpose ✅ The connection between redemption and entrepreneurship ✅ How sharing your story can heal others ✅ The power of faith, service, and second chances ✅ What Joe’s journey teaches us about communication, identity, and resilience ✅ Why speaking your truth is the first step to becoming who you’re meant to be This is more than a food business story — it’s a raw, honest, and empowering conversation about rebuilding from rock bottom, overcoming shame, and learning to lead with love. 🎯 Perfect for: Anyone navigating recovery, reinvention, or big personal change Global professionals learning to speak confidently and authentically Entrepreneurs, educators, and language learners looking for real inspiration Whether you're learning English, launching a business, or trying to reclaim your voice, this episode will lift you up and remind you what’s possible. 📘 BUY Joe’s Book on Amazon: From Bars to Jars: A Saucy Redemption Story 👉 Buy it here 🔗 Follow Joe Gallagher Jr. & Apastioli Specialty Foods: 🌐 Website: joegallagherjr.com 🌐 Apastioli Foods: apastioli.com 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/joegallagherjr 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

What if lifelong learning wasn’t just about school, but about building a life full of curiosity, creativity, and meaning? In this inspiring episode, Curtis reconnects with his high school best friend, Matt Rauscher, for a deep, wide-ranging conversation about what it means to stay curious, explore new skills, and live a hands-on life. Matt shares his unconventional journey from the school halls of Edmonton to becoming a multi-skilled creative adventurer, learning welding, 3D printing, dual-sport motorcycling, music production, meat curing, beekeeping, raising livestock, and much more. You’ll hear how Matt stayed connected to his creative spark, why he believes curiosity is a superpower, and how lifelong learning can give you the confidence to try anything, even when it’s unfamiliar or scary. 🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ How to reignite your creativity when you feel stuck ✅ Why building skills with your hands is a form of self-expression ✅ How curiosity fuels confidence and communication ✅ The connection between making, learning, and speaking English fluently ✅ What lifelong learning looks like outside the classroom This conversation is honest, energizing, and filled with real stories that will inspire you to explore more, learn more, and maybe even start a new creative project of your own. 🎯 Perfect for: English learners who want to connect with real-life stories Professionals feeling stuck in routines or burnout Creators, builders, thinkers, and anyone with a curious mind Global professionals working on communication, confidence, and creativity 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis reconnects with longtime friend and leadership strategist Marcus Gurske to explore how international professionals can lead with purpose, mentor with impact, and communicate clearly in English — even under pressure. With over 20 years of experience in professional communication, leadership development, and mentoring across cultures, Marcus shares practical insights into: ✔️ The key difference between managing and mentoring ✔️ How to coach and support others during high-stress situations ✔️ Strategies to help introverts and remote professionals step into leadership roles ✔️ Building clarity, confidence, and connection when speaking English at work Whether you're managing a team, stepping into your first leadership role, or mentoring others in English, this episode gives you real-world tools and thoughtful perspectives to level up your communication and presence at work. 🎯 Who Is This Episode For? Professionals and team leads who speak English as a second language Global employees in leadership or mentoring positions Anyone who wants to speak English more clearly, confidently, and authentically in a business context 🧠 This is a must-listen if you're serious about improving your English for real conversations, presentations, interviews, and workplace leadership. 🔁 Listen to Part 1 of This Conversation: 🎧 Spotify: Click to Listen 🎧 Apple Podcasts: Click to Listen 🌐 Connect with Marcus Gurske: 🔗 Website: marcusgurske.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marcusgurske 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis interviews Shweta Ramkumar, a communication coach and founder of Healthy Dynamics,  who helps healthcare professionals from non-English speaking backgrounds become confident, empathetic communicators in English. Shweta’s passion for healthcare communication began at home, growing up with a doctor mom. Today, she uses that experience to coach international healthcare workers, blending emotional intelligence, cultural understanding, and real-life clinical scenarios with ESL strategies. They discuss: The biggest English communication mistakes healthcare professionals make (and it’s not grammar) Why miscommunication can create emotional stress for both patients and providers How empathy, trust, and active listening can improve patient care The powerful results her clients see through one-on-one coaching Whether you’re a doctor, nurse, medical student, or ESL professional in healthcare, this episode will help you understand how clear, compassionate English can truly change lives, starting with your own. 👩‍⚕️ Connect with Shweta & Healthy Dynamics: LinkedIn: Shweta Ramkumar YouTube: Healthy Dynamics Channel Business Page: Healthy Dynamics on LinkedIn 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis gets personal with a special guest, his older brother, Kevin Davies. Kevin is a car-loving, bone-breaking, always-building kind of guy. As an electrician and lifelong project junkie, he brings stories of growing up in Canada surrounded by tools, dirt bikes, and trial-and-error learning, the kind that builds real resilience. They Talk about: How fixing cars and building things teaches confidence and problem-solving Hilarious stories of growing up in a Canadian family with very different personalities What it means to learn through failure, get back up, and try again, in life and language Whether you're learning English, building confidence, or just love good stories with heart, this episode brings real-life language, real culture, and real brotherhood. 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this high-energy episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis interviews Jason R. Levine, better known around the world as Fluency MC, the viral teaching sensation who helps English learners build fluency through rhythm, rap, and real fun. Jason is the creator of Stick, Stuck, Stuck, a YouTube megahit that’s been used in classrooms across the globe. In this conversation, he shares how his love of music evolved into a powerful teaching method that blends grammar, listening, and memory into something unforgettable. They talk about: How rhythm and rhyme help English learners retain grammar and vocabulary The story behind Stick, Stuck, Stuck going viral Performing in schools around the world and seeing real transformation His latest programs: Rhyme On Time and Speak On Beat Why fun, music-based learning can break language anxiety and boost confidence If you're learning English and want to enjoy the process more — or you're a teacher looking for creative ideas — this episode will leave you motivated and ready to try something new. 🎧 Watch & Connect with Fluency MC: 📺 Watch Stick, Stuck, Stuck on YouTube 🌐 Website: fluencymc.com 📺 YouTube: Fluency MC 📸 Instagram: @fluencymc 📘 Facebook: Fluency MC Facebook 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

For the first time, Curtis takes the guest seat as he’s interviewed by radio and podcast expert Matt Cundill on the You May Also Like Podcast. In this candid conversation, Curtis shares how his passion for radio in Edmonton eventually led to launching the Real English Conversations Podcast — and building an online coaching business that helps professionals around the world speak English clearly and confidently at work. They talk about: The story behind Real English Conversations and its global impact What makes a podcast grow and connect with international listeners How Curtis helps professionals become confident English communicators using real conversations—not grammar drills If you’ve ever wondered about the story behind the mic, or want to hear what it really takes to build a meaningful business in the ESL space, this episode delivers insights, real talk, and inspiration. 🎧 Listen to the Full Interview with Matt Cundill: 🔗 You May Also Like Podcast – Curtis’s Episode 🎙️ Explore All Episodes 📺 YouTube: Sound Off Media Channel 🌐 More from Matt: The Sound Off Podcast 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis interviews Nathan Lige, a game designer, writer, and co-creator of the hit storytelling game Mythwind at Open Owl Studios. Nathan shares how his love of writing and community storytelling led him to leave the tech world and create games that bring people together. His purpose-driven journey is filled with lessons about creativity, risk-taking, and finding work that matters. They explore: How storytelling skills can strengthen your communication and leadership What it takes to transition careers with intention and passion The role of language, empathy, and collaboration in creative work Why following your purpose builds confidence in life, and English Whether you're learning English, dreaming of a career change, or curious about how creativity fuels connection, this episode will inspire your next step. 🎮 Check Out Nathan’s Work at Open Owl Studios: 🌐 openowlstudios.com 📘 Open Owl Studios on Facebook 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn

We’re back, and kicking things off with a very special guest: Edmonton radio legend Terry Evans. Terry has been a longtime morning show host on K-97 and is the voice behind the Reluctantly... podcast. In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis sits down with Terry for an open, honest conversation about confidence, mistakes, communication, and staying true to yourself under pressure. You’ll hear: How Terry got started in radio and found his voice on-air The awkward, funny, and sometimes intense realities of live broadcasting How to speak up when you’re nervous or unsure What confidence looks like, even when you feel shaky inside How to deal with hard conversations in a professional setting Whether you're learning English, trying to build real confidence at work, or just love a behind-the-scenes look at broadcasting and communication, this episode is packed with insight, laughter, and practical wisdom. 🎧 Where to Hear More from Terry Evans: 📺 YouTube: @reluctantlypodcast 🎙️ K-97 Radio: The Terry Evans Show 🌐 Website: reluctantlypodcast.com 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR!!! Join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website: — https://realenglishconversations.com NEW!!! Free English Lessons & Package discounts for PATREON Members -> https://www.patreon.com/c/realenglishconversationspodcast/membership 🎧 Podcast:  Apple Podcasts — https://bit.ly/REC_Apple Spotify — https://bit.ly/REC_Spotify 📘 Facebook: Real English Conversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealEnglishConversationsOnline 📺 YouTube: Real English Conversations Channel — https://bit.ly/REC_YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@realenglishconversations 📸 Instagram: @realenglishconversations — https://bit.ly/REC_Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rec.real.english/ 💼 LinkedIn: Curtis Davies — https://bit.ly/REC_LinkedIn