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American English Podcast

The American English Podcast teaches the language and culture of the United States. Through common e

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You may be wondering: What’s the difference between a buffalo and a bison? That was the first questi

In this episode, learn the meaning, origin, and everyday use of the expression “to stand one’s groun

It helps you make your oatmeal in 90 seconds and reheat your pizza in 30. Some of you love it; other

In this episode, you'll learn how to use the common English expression “the coast is clear,” which m

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular national park in the entire United Stat

Hi everyone! Welcome back. I'm excited for another expression episode. Today we're going to be talki

Welcome back to the second part of our chat about cultural curiosities! This episode is jam-packed w

If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you know Liz. She's one of my college buddies

Have you ever gone to the dentist and thought, “Can I really explain what’s happening here in Englis

Big hats, and the most exciting two minutes in sports—yep, we're headed to Kentucky! 🏇In this episo

Ever freeze mid-sentence? Forget a word you just learned? Or feel like your voice disappears the mom

What happens when one of the world’s greatest violinists plays a million-dollar instrument… in a sub

In today’s episode, you’ll learn the common English expression “to play it by ear,” which means to i

Have you ever believed something so ridiculous, so outrageous, that later you just had to laugh beca

Welcome to today’s 5-Minute English Lesson! Today, we’re talking about the most common pets in the U

Ever wondered what makes Napa Valley the "Hollywood of Wine" or why Texas is suddenly a wine hotspot

The idiom "to be three sheets to the wind" means to be very drunk. If you don't like hearing content

On March 2, we celebrate Read Across America Day, a time when schools across the U.S. encourage kids

Hello! As you may know, Chats with Shana episodes are casual and are intended for you to hear natura