Shadowing Practice: Jimmy Kimmel Asks President Barack Obama About His Daily Life - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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So when you're at home,
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So when you're at home,
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can you, like, can you run down to the kitchen in your underpants in the middle of the night if you're hungry?
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I mean, I could.
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I don't.
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You don't?
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No. Is there someone in the kitchen at all times?
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Like, if you wanted a sandwich in the night,
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would you have to wake someone up?
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Yeah, I wouldn't wake somebody up to have a sandwich.
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You're allowed to go in the refrigerator on your own?
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I am.
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I am.
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There's a refrigerator and there's silverware.
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When was the last time you actually cooked?
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Now, it's been a while since I've been.
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It has been a while.
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I won't lie about that.
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Do you ever drive?
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I cannot drive.
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I mean, I'm able to drive.
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Is this because you don't have a birth certificate?
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Exactly.
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In Kenya, we drive on the other side of the street.
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Actually, the last time I drove,
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a former staffer came by,
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and he comes through the south lawn,
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and he's got one of these new electric cars at the time they were new.
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Yeah.
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And he was very excited about it.
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I said, well, yeah, let's try it out.
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So I just grab his keys,
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and we just go out.
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It's parked right in front.
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And I start circling the south lawn.
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And the Secret Service, no matter what you do,
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do not let him out.
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And they, uh, they were pretty upset.
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They call you renegade, right?
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They do.
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Yeah.
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Because you're tooling around in an electric car,
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chopping speeds of 30 miles an hour.
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I think we have 35.
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If you have to go to the dentist,
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does, do you go to the dentist?
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No. The dentist comes to me.
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Do you have the chair,
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the tools, and you spin on the floor?
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You got the whole chair.
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Everything is all there set up.
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Everything is there.
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Yeah, in the basement.
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I didn't know.
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I showed up.
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I said, you know, I think,
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you know, I've got a cap that's loose.
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Sir, here we are.
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Do you reset the clocks when daylight saving time happens?
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Somebody else does that for me.
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Somebody does that for you.
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Will you get rid of daylight saving time?
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Or at least get rid of the part where we have to wake up earlier,
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you can leave the other one.
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Well, see, this is a California thing,
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because you guys are always getting sun.
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Yeah?
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In the East Coast, you don't mind losing that hour because that's a signal that spring is here.
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We only care about ourselves.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will practice their English listening and speaking skills by analyzing a conversation between Jimmy Kimmel and former President Barack Obama. The dialogue offers insight into everyday life experiences, providing an excellent opportunity to explore casual language and humor in English. As you engage with this content, you'll focus on understanding spoken English in a natural setting, which is especially valuable for those preparing for the IELTS speaking test. This dynamic video can help you improve English pronunciation while absorbing authentic phrases and expressions.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Run down to the kitchen - To quickly go to the kitchen, often for a snack or drink.
  • In your underpants - Refers to wearing only minimal clothing, typically at home.
  • Wake someone up - To disturb someone's sleep, often to get help or company.
  • Electric car - A type of vehicle that operates on electricity rather than gasoline.
  • Renegade - Someone who behaves in a rebellious or unconventional way.
  • Secret Service - The government agency responsible for protecting the President of the United States.
  • Chair - Refers to the dental chair used for patient examination in a dentist's office.
  • Tools - Instruments used in various tasks, here referring to dental tools.

Practice Tips

When practicing with this video, consider using the shadowing technique. This involves listening to the dialogue and repeating it simultaneously, helping to mimic the intonation and rhythm of native speakers. Here are some specific tips for effective shadowing:

  • Start Slow: Watch the video at a slower speed to catch all the nuances in pronunciation and vocabulary. This makes it easier to follow along.
  • Focus on Tone and Emotion: Pay attention to the tone of voice used by both speakers. Notice how humor is conveyed through tone, which can be crucial for understanding conversational English.
  • Repeat Multiple Times: Don’t hesitate to play the same section several times. This repetition will aid retention and familiarity with the phrases.
  • Record Yourself: While shadowing, record your voice and listen to it. Compare your pronunciation and intonation with the original speakers to identify areas for improvement.
  • Engage with the Content: As you learn, try to incorporate some of the phrases and vocabulary into your own conversations or writing. This will enhance your ability to use English naturally.

By practicing with this engaging material, you can effectively learn English with YouTube, enrich your vocabulary, and boost your speaking confidence in real-life scenarios. Embrace the process as you shadow speak through captivating dialogues!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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