Shadowing Practice: "Mr. White's Gay For Me, Everyone Knows That" | Rabid Dog | Breaking Bad - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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I first met Mr.
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I first met Mr.
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White's...
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Walter White...
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in junior year chemistry.
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He was my teacher.
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You believe him?
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Yeah.
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I do, unfortunately.
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I hate to admit it, but I think the kid is right.
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There is no physical evidence.
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Not that I heard.
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Yeah, well, no weapons, no bodies, no work in lab.
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Just the word of one nut job meth head against Mr.
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Rogers has a lung tumor.
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So do we take a run at Lydia Rodarquail, Vaminos Pest, follow up with the Drew Sharp killing?
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Where do we start?
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I'm gonna be at Civic Plaza tomorrow at noon.
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I hope you'll give me the chance to explain myself.
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Talk through everything once and for all.
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I'll be alone and unarmed.
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So if you want to come and shoot me in the head, that's up to you.
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Either way, I'm in your hands.
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Go and talk to that asshole.
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You can't be serious.
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Go and listen.
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He wants to explain himself.
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We put a wire on you and let him explain.
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So your plan is to do his plan?
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You seriously think that this whole once and for all in the plaza thing is so he can talk to me?
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Why not?
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I can't believe you two.
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The dude wanted me out of town before I came to burn his house down, and now I'm even more of a threat to him, okay?
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And he's got a zero-tolerance policy on threats, you know.
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If I go to this plaza, I'm a dead man, is why not?
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Hey, Walt's ruthless.
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He'll do just about anything to protect his interests.
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I agree.
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Except when it comes to you.
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He cares about you.
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Can't you see?
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Oh, yeah, you mean when he's not ripping me off or calling me an idiot or poisoning people that I care about.
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Yeah, no, Mr.
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White's gay for me.
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Everyone knows that.
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I mean it.
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Based on everything you told us.
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Paying for your rehab, ran over those two drug dealers with his car.
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Sounds like he saved your life.
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Made you a 50-50 partner.
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He didn't need to do that.
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Yeah, you know, he sort of did.
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I'm the only one near as good as him, so...
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I don't know.
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The way you tell it sounds to me like he's manipulating you to stick around, like he doesn't want to lose you.
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I mean, all those numbers he runs on you over and over, helping you find the ricin cigarette.
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Come on, look how far he'll go to show you, to convince you that he's not such a bad guy.
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That's what this is.
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What if it's about killing me, you know?
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You know, getting me out in the open.
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and hire some, uh, some clock tower guy or have me sit on a poison needle or something, you know?
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Nothing's gonna happen to you.
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I mean, the plaza's one of the most wide-open public places in all of Albuquerque.
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It's the middle of the day.
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And Angie Gomez and I will be right there with you.
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Look.
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Look, you two guys are just guys, okay?
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Mr.
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White, he's the devil.
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You know, he is.
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He is smarter than you.
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He is luckier than you.
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Whatever you think is supposed to happen, I'm telling you, the exact reverse opposite of that is going to happen, OK?
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Jesse, Jesse, we're not brainstorming here.
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This is not asking.
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Unless you know another way to get the man, or unless you want to take your chances with the banger boys over in MDC, then this is it.
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This is what's happening.
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I gotta piss.
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Can I piss?
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Yeah, down to the left.
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Another SD card.
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What?
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What if the kid's right?
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What if it's a trap?
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The kid?
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Oh, you mean the junkie murderer that's dribbling all over my guest bathroom floor?
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Well, then he's right.
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Pinkman gets killed.
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I'm gonna get it all on tape.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will engage in English speaking practice by analyzing a thrilling dialogue from a popular television show. The excerpt provides opportunities to practice real-life conversation techniques, understand character dynamics, and improve your listening comprehension. By focusing on the emotional undertones and the pacing of the dialogue, you will enhance your ability to speak with natural rhythm and clarity, making use of the shadowing technique. As you explore the themes of loyalty, conflict, and manipulation, you'll not only refine your speaking skills but also gain insights into character motivations.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • physical evidence - tangible proof that can be used to support an argument or accusation.
  • run at - to pursue or confront someone about a specific issue.
  • dead man - a term often used to refer to someone in serious danger or at risk of great harm.
  • zero-tolerance policy - a strict policy against certain behaviors, typically with no exceptions.
  • paying for your rehab - financially supporting someone undergoing rehabilitation, often for drug addiction.
  • partner - a colleague or associate in a business or project, often implying shared responsibilities and benefits.
  • saved your life - a phrase indicating someone did something crucial to protect or rescue another person from harm.
  • gay for me - a colloquial expression indicating someone has a strong attraction or affection toward another person.

Practice Tips

To effectively improve your English speaking skills, especially in the context of this video, try the shadowing technique. Start by listening closely to the dialogue, paying attention to the intonation and emotional pacing. Mimicking the speed and tone of the characters can significantly enhance your fluency and expression.

As you listen, use a shadowing app to facilitate your practice. This tool allows you to replay segments of the conversation, enabling you to repeat phrases immediately after hearing them. Focus on how each character expresses emotions; their tone can change significantly based on what they’re discussing. For instance, notice when the dialogue shifts from casual banter to serious confrontation.

Incorporate shadowspeaks regularly into your study routine. Practice short phrases until you can deliver them effortlessly, keeping in mind the natural pauses and emphases as they appear in the video. Engage in English speaking practice by recording yourself and then listening back to assess your pronunciation and rhythm. Finally, practice your shadow speech with a partner or in a group setting to simulate real-life conversations.

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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