Shadowing Practice: Luyện nghe tiếng anh về những câu chuyện hằng ngày cùng imleafsun - Section 15 | English Corner - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello my friends, welcome to my English Corner.
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Today I want to share my go-to English podcast with you guys.
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Just so you know I don't stick to one type.
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I go for anything that can A.
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Rest my attention B.
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Sounds clear, not too fast, not too slow C.
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Teaches me conversational English If it ticks those three boxes,
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it's on my list.
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The first one is Sounds Like a Cult.
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The idea is simple but genius.
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The host discuss trendy stuff like Instagram therapies,
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manifestation, or the diet culture.
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They ask, is this just a trend or is it basically a cult?
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The conversations are hilarious but also sharp enough to make you rethink what's trending.
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And then, modern love.
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It tells you the truth about love with no sugar coating.
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For example, there's my invisible husband.
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Then there's friends for 16 years,
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lovers for one night, and one more.
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He's gay, she's straight, they're newlyweds.
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Honestly, I had to blink twice to make sure I read it right.
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These love stories are definitely not fairy tales.
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They are messy, full of surprises,
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but in the end, they feel real.
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If love stories aren't really your thing,
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maybe you can give a shot at Crime Junkie.
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It is actually one of the most popular podcasts overseas,
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and it's also my favourite too.
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The reason is very simple.
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It hooks you from the very first sentence to the last one.
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The kisses are told in a way that keeps you right on the track,
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like you're solving the mystery yourself which I love so much.
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And then there's Luke's English podcast.
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What keeps me hooked is Luke's standard British accent.
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He used to work for the british council
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and he sounds exactly like the speaker you hear in an
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ielts listening test plus every single episode comes with pdf transcript
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which is literally a lifesaver
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if you want to check your listening no wonder the show
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has reached billions of downloads another one i love is no
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stupid question it explores questions like what's the downside to being goal-oriented what's the optimal way to be angry
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and even why do parents overshare on social media that's totally
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me it kind of resets how i look at things
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and pushes me to think from angles i never would have considered
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and then women at work sadly the show has ended
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but the archive is still so good you can listen back a hundred times
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and always pick up something new the focus is on women's career growth
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but honestly the advice goes way beyond gender you will hear real strategies on how to say no in workplace,
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ask for promotions or raises,
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and even how to handle tricky bosses.
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I think it's a goldmine for anyone in the workplace.
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Finally, 30 more bit minutes.
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This podcast honestly feels like two best friends chatting about spooky stuff late at night.
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Here are some of the episodes.
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Have you ever seen a ghost?
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Q&A with a cemetery groundskeeper.
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Why we shouldn't try to contact aliens?
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Battling vampires and typical losses in the 19th century.
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Call me a weirdo but this sounds tempting to me.
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And that's all for the podcasts that keep me company.
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If any of this sounds like a good vibe,
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give them a listen and tell me which one you like best.
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Bye!

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you'll practice your listening and speaking skills through engaging conversations about daily life topics as shared in the English podcast recommendations. The focus will be on enhancing your conversational English skills, understanding various accents, and comprehending different speech patterns. By listening to the presented examples, you'll learn to effectively articulate your thoughts and responses in everyday English situations. This practice aims to enrich your vocabulary while also improving your overall pronunciation through the use of the shadowspeak technique.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Go-to: Something that is often chosen or relied upon.
  • Cult: A system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object.
  • Manifestation: The action of bringing something into existence or making it visible.
  • Messy: Something disorganized or complicated, often leading to unexpected outcomes.
  • Hilarious: Extremely funny or amusing.
  • Hook you: To captivate someone's attention.
  • Promotion: The action of raising someone to a higher position or rank.
  • Overshare: To share too much personal information.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience with the podcasts mentioned, consider employing the shadowing technique. This method involves listening to a segment of audio and then repeating it aloud in real-time. Pay special attention to the speed and tone of the speakers. Since the discussions range from casual to engagingly serious, create a comfortable environment where you can focus without distractions.

For effective shadowspeaks, here are some tips:

  • Start Slow: Choose shorter segments at first, allowing you to concentrate on clarity rather than speed.
  • Repeat and Reflect: After listening to a portion, repeat what you've heard. Reflect on the phrasing and cadence used by the speakers.
  • Record Yourself: After practicing, record your speech to identify areas for improvement in your pronunciation and rhythm.
  • Vary Your Sources: Incorporate different podcast styles and accents to challenge your listening skills and adaptability.
  • Use Transcripts: Read along with the transcripts available for some podcasts to reinforce your understanding and improve your vocabulary.

By integrating these practices into your routine, you're not just listening—you're actively engaging with the language, ultimately allowing you to improve English pronunciation and conversational fluency.

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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