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“First and foremost, I cannot express how deeply I am in love with your podcast. I generally looove a podcast as a format; I can say I am hooked on it. What do I like about yours? Well, everything. Your soothing voice - very pleasing to the ear, your ‘messy English’, topics you cover, to name but a few. And were I to describe you, using a couple of words, I would say that you radiate warmth and love. That would be my definition of you." — Dragana S., Serbia
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I've just had the loveliest conversation with one of my students who has started listening to your podcast. She said it's the perfect combination of of interesting topics and useful language advice.
She also said she finds your voice very soothing. — Sarah Morgan, Meaningful English
Catherine's podcast is for more than learning a new language and new vocabulary, it helps build confidence and fluency through the exploration of spoken English and, yes, listening skills too!” — A fan :)
Just wanted to let you know that I've been catching up with your latest podcast episodes and they all have some sort of a soothing effect on me.
Thank you for creating such a beautiful and unique product for both English teachers and learners! — Another fan!
I really enjoyed listening to this episode! I follow Fernanda on Instagram and she inspires me so much. It was interesting to learn more about her journey in learning English. I can definitely say that after I got help from professionals, my understanding of the language has changed a lot..for better, of course. I used to study only with textbooks and I'd get bored easily.
However, I've learned that learning a new language involves much more than studying with books and the process doesn't have to be boring. Catherine, you have helped me tremendously! — Bruna Dell’Orto, Toronto
Ideas in English - The Politics and Fashion of Hats 🎩🧢| English ListeningPractice.
🎙️ Ideas in English/Episode 64: The Politics and Fashion of Hats 🎩🧢
Ontario’s premier has a new baseball cap that makes a bold political statement—but it got me thinking about hats in general. When did they go out of fashion? Why were they once essential, and why do they still hold power today?
In this Ideas in English listening practice (intermediate and advanced B2/C1 level) episode of Hear You Go, we’ll explore:
✔️ The history of hats—from climate necessity to religious and military significance
✔️ The rise and fall of hats as fashion accessories
✔️ Why some hats are embraced while others are banned
✔️ How headwear became a battleground for personal expression and politics
From ancient Egypt to Milanese milliners, from the royal horse races to baseball caps with slogans—hats tell a bigger story than we might think. So, what does your hat say about you?
As always, we’ll note some useful advanced English (B2/C1 Intermediate & Advanced English) along the way.
🔊 Listen now and let’s talk headwear, identity, and freedom of expression.
The Great Passage: Lexicographers at Work | English ListeningPractice Book Talk.
The Great Passage: Lexicographers at Work | Book Talk (E63)
How would you describe a dictionary?
Have you ever thought about how dictionaries are made? Or who decides what goes in them?
This week on Hear You Go, in an English listening practice Book Talk, episode 63, I’m diving into these questions, inspired by the Japanese novel I recently read called The Great Passage by Shion Miura. It’s a beautiful story about a quirky group of people working to create the ultimate dictionary—and it got me wondering about a slew of things, including this: are dictionaries still useful in the age of AI?
I’ll share a summary of the book, share what I learned about how dictionaries are made (past and present) and how they’ve evolved, and we’ll explore what makes a good one. As always, we’ll note some useful advanced English (B2/C1 Intermediate & Advanced English) along the way and get some English listening practice too.
Ready to go down this rabbit hole with me? Let’s set sail on The Great Passage!
Wellness Fatigue: Is Being ‘Well’ Wearing Us Out? | English Listening Practice.
Wellness Fatigue: Is Being ‘Well’ Wearing Us Out? | English Listening Practice (E62)
Try saying that title out loud 3 times fast! Let’s kick off the year with an English pronunciation challenge 😂, and then take a deep dive into wellness—a word that might have you (like me) rolling your eyes, or perhaps you’re reaching for a $30 melatonin-infused chocolate. From Goop-y trends to Instagram "healthfluencers," we’re tackling the exhausting pursuit of being well in episode 62 of Hear You Go.
For today’s English listening practice (B2/C1 Intermediate & Advanced English), we’ll explore the tangled web of wellness and self-care: their rise to buzzword status, the trillion-dollar industry cashing in on our insecurities, and why it all feels so impossible (and expensive). Spoiler: it’s not just you who feels exhausted by the need to be “well”.
Practice your English listening skills, and learn about:
What real self-care looks like (hint: it’s not in a bottle or a spa)
How to set boundaries, prioritize your values, and ditch the guilt—good advice for language learning too!
Why wellness isn’t just personal—it’s also about community and systemic change
Oh, and don’t miss the linguistic nuggets of advanced English sprinkled throughout! Ready to redefine your year on your terms? Let’s do this. 🧘♀️✨
A Christmas … Dog | Book Talk for English Listening Practice.
A Christmas … Dog. | Book Talk for English Listening Practice.
It’s December 17th, and my home is filling up with of cookies, Christmas aromas, and eager anticipation of family coming home.
In this special holiday episode, created for your Advanced English listening practice, you'll hear about a heartwarming Canadian short story—Carmichael’s Dog by David Adams Richards.
Humour, nostalgia, a puppy, and a snowy New Brunswick Christmas set the stage for this comedy of errors about two brothers, community, and overcoming grief. Join me for excerpts, reflections, and a cozy escape into the magic of storytelling to conclude your English listening practice for 2024.
Happy holidays, listeners—let’s jump in.
