Podcasts by The Can Learn English Podcast

079 - British and Canadian Vocabulary with Halima from Blackboard English from 2020-12-14T16:23

In this episode, I chat with British English Teacher Halima from Blackboard English. We compare Canadian and British Vocabulary. This episode is a lot of fun!
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078 - Expression: Hit Below the Belt from 2020-11-13T11:12:42

In this episode, you'll learn the expression "Hit below the belt". In the fun Canadian fact section we talk about 5 fashion trends that were born in Canada. Can you think of any? Hint: they are win...

077 - Halloween Episode: Spooky Story from 2020-10-30T11:07:29

This is a special Halloween episode! You'll learn the expressions Once In A Blue Moon, since this Halloween there will be a blue moon. Also, listen to a spooky lower intermediate spooky story calle...

076 - 5 Space Expressions in English from 2020-10-22T09:40:06

In this episode, you'll learn 5 Space expressions!

out of this world
down to earth
space cadet
to space out
over the moon

In the Canadian fact listening ...

075 - Six Fun Expressions for Fall from 2020-09-25T12:59:01

It's a new season! In this episode, you're going to learn 6 fall-related expressions.

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree
Drive someone nuts
Turn over a new leaf
S...

074 - 5 Minute English: Canada in Space from 2020-09-14T11:25:20

In this 5 Minute English Lesson, you're going to learn space-related vocabulary. I recently watched the Netflix show called Away, which is about 5 astronauts who embark on a mission to Mars. This m...

073 - 5 Must-Know English Expressions with Teacher Anne from 2020-09-04T08:24:13

In this episode, I’m joined by Anne to teach you 5 must-know English expressions.

What the heck - expressing surprise, frustration, or dismay.

What the heck, my phone isn't workin...

072 - Expression: To Steal Someone's Thunder from 2020-08-21T10:55:56

In this episode, you're going to learn the expression "to steal someone's thunder". In the listening portion of the episode, you'll learn about the stormiest cities in Canada.

If you'd lik...

071 - Level Up Your Study with Dictation from 2020-08-14T10:30:49

Learn how to take your English to the next level with DICTATION! This is one of my all-time favourite study techniques. I always use dictation exercises with my students and you should start using ...

070 - Learn Expressions with Ice with guest Alex Goncalves from 2020-08-07T10:23:31

In this episode, I’m joined by Alex to teach you some expressions that use the word "ice".

Icebreaker - an activity or game that's designed to help people get to know each other in a fun a...

069 - 5 Minute English: The Canoe from 2020-07-31T05:41:44

Learn English in context with this fun 5 minute English lesson! This topic of today's episode is as much of a symbol of Canada as hockey or Tim Hortons. It's a favourite summertime activity for man...

068 - Expression: On The Ball from 2020-07-23T16:03:38

In this expression episode, you'll learn the English expression "on the ball". You'll also practice your listening and learn new vocabulary with the Canadian fact which is about Canada's national s...

067 - Expression: To Ring a Bell from 2020-07-16T09:24:58

In the episode, I'm joined my Douglas Oliveria to teach you some memory expressions.

00:52 - Natural dialogue with Douglas about Living in Canada and São Paulo Brazil

07:45 - Lear...

066 - 5 Minute English: Healthcare in Canada from 2020-07-10T09:43:41

Learn English in context with this fun 5 minute English lesson! Today's topic is centre stage as Canada tackles the COVID crisis. Many people know Canada for its universal healthcare system so let'...

065 - Expression: To Nickel and Dime from 2020-07-02T14:56:25

In this expression episode, you'll learn the English expression "to nickel and dime". You'll also practice your listening and learn new vocabulary with the Canadian fact which is about the Canadian...

064 - Do ED endings make you frustratED? from 2020-06-17T12:28:05

ED endings in English! Do they make you annoyed? Frustrated? Confused? Irritated?

Pronunciation is English is tough (case in point). Students of all English levels struggle with English pr...

063 - Expression: To Butter Someone Up with Maria Alfaro from 2020-06-11T12:10:14

Maria from English for Canada is back for another episode! In today's episode, you're going to learn 4 fun natural English expressions.

Get the transcripts for this lesson by becoming a Po...

062 - 5 Minute English: Multiculturalism from 2020-05-29T09:50:08

This episode is part of a new series called 5 Minute English. The goal of this series is to help you become fluent one topic at a time.

Today's topic is MULTICULTURALISM. The aim of this l...

Can Learn English Student Spotlight - Daniel Costa from 2020-05-26T14:48:29

In this episode, you get to meet a student from The Can Learn English Academy. Daniel shares his experience as a student in The Can Learn English Academy.

Learn how to become a member by g...

061 - Interview: Learning English in Brazil with Teacher Bruno Gon from 2020-05-20T15:12:23

In this episode, I chat with Bruno, who is an English teacher from Brazil. In this episode, Bruno and I chat about how you can learn English without going abroad to an English speaking country.
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060 - 5 Minute English: Food Labels from 2020-05-15T15:31:54

This episode is part of a new series called 5 Minute English. The goal of this series is to help you become fluent one topic at a time.

Today's topic is FOOD LABELS. The aim of this lesson...

059 - Expression: Weekend Warrior with Teacher Ronan from 2020-05-13T18:49:29

In this episode, I chat with Ronan, who is an Irish English teacher living in Kelowna. Ronan gives us his first impressions of living in Toronto and we also teach you the expression "Weekend Warrio...

058 - 5 Minute English: Why is Canada called Canada? from 2020-05-08T15:43:36

This episode is part of a new series called 5 Minute English. The goal of this series is to help you become fluent one topic at a time.

Today's topic is about the history of the name Canad...

057 - Which English Exam Should I Take? - with exam expert Maria Alfaro from 2020-05-07T11:37:46

In this episode, I chat with exam expert and Canadian teacher Maria Alfaro about the main differences between the IELTS and the CELPIP exams.

Maria has some very valuable tips that student...

056 - English at Home: Learn English with Canadian News from 2020-05-01T11:35:23

This episode is part of the "English at home" series. In this episode, you'll learn why and how you should use authentic news sources to learn English. Learn about news media in Canada and some of ...

The Future of Can Learn English from 2020-04-27T07:46:36

In this episode, I share some important updates about Can Learn English.

We've made some exciting changes to help you improve your English from anywhere in the world.

You can now ...

055 - Expression: To get on like a house on fire from 2020-04-22T08:37:11

Have you ever met someone and became instant friends? If you have you could say that you and that person got on like a house on fire.

That's how I felt about my new friend Sarah so I had t...

054 - Expressions with Run from 2020-04-15T06:10:30

Learn some common expressions and idioms with the word run. Our pronunciation section covers the minimal pairs /æ/ and /?/ as in ran and run. Finally, learn about the true Canadian hero Terry Fox. ...

053 - Expression: Cabin Fever from 2020-04-08T11:38:26

Are you suffering from cabin fever? In this episode, you'll learn the meaning and origin of the expression cabin fever.

Also in this episode:

the expressions: cooped up and stir...

052 - Expression: For Pete's Sake (Interview with Pete from Aussie English) from 2020-04-03T14:04:11

In this episode, I chat with my friend Pete from Aussie English. Pete and I discuss the expression "For Pete's Sake". We also chat about our pet peeves.

Listen to Pete's Podcast at www.aus...

[BONUS] The Duolingo English Test Q&A from 2020-03-31T09:52:48

In today's episode, I am doing a Q&A about the Duolingo English Test. Due to the situation with COVID-19 many Canadian colleges and universities are temporarily accepting this test for proof of Eng...

051 - English at Home: Mind Maps and Memory from 2020-03-26T09:43:24

In this episode I want you to imagine you're having a private English lesson with me. Today, you're going to learn about memory and how you can improve yours. In this episode, we'll make a mind map...

050: Conversation Starter: Binge-Watching from 2020-03-20T10:38:08

This is the first episode in a new series on The Can Learn English Podcast called Conversations Starters. In this episode, you'll learn about binge-watching and all the related vocabulary. In the g...

049 - Master the CELPIP Writing Exam from 2020-03-11T18:50:59

Writing is tough and even native English speakers make silly mistakes. In this episode, you'll learn about the writing section of the CELPIP exam (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Progra...

048 - Expression: To Make Waves from 2020-02-26T17:31:11

In this episode, learn the expression to make waves. Practice your listening with some incredible and interesting facts about The Great Lakes in Canada.  This episode is great for students who are ...

047 - Expression: Call It A Day from 2020-02-21T09:32:30

In this episode of The Can Learn English Podcast learn the expression "call it a day". Practice your listening with a current news story in Canada.

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046 - Discussion: What Are Soulmates? from 2020-02-13T15:17:49

Happy Valentine's Day listeners! This episode is all about love, more specifically soulmates. Do you believe them? You'll also learn how Canadians celebrate this day of love.

045 - Interview: Friend Expressions with Teacher Kate from 2020-02-05T10:02:35

In this episode of The Can Learn English, you're going to learn some expressions you can use when you make new friends and have someone in common with them. In this interview I chat with another Ca...

044 - Expression: To Make A Mountain Out Of A Molehill from 2020-01-30T15:37:41

In this episode of The Can Learn English Podcast, you'll learn the meaning of the expression, "To Make A Mountain Out Of A Molehill".

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043 - Expression: To Keep Someone Posted from 2020-01-22T14:33:20

In this episode of The Can Learn English Podcast, you'll learn the expression To Keep Someone Posted. Learn about Canada and Canadian culture with the weekly Canadian fact about Canada Post.

042 - Expression: Turn Over A New Leaf from 2020-01-08T14:55:41

Do you set New Year's Resolutions? If you do you might be turning over a new leaf. In this episode, you'll learn the meaning of the expression "to turn over a new leaf".

041 - Expression: Paint The Town Red from 2019-12-18T09:38:22

Will you be painting the town red this holiday season? In this episode, learn the meaning of the expression "PAINT THE TOWN RED". You will also learn how the holiday season is celebrated in Canada....

040 - Expression: Spill The Tea from 2019-12-11T12:52:56

Just last week, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was caught gossiping in Buckingham Palace about American President Donald Trump. Gossiping is something we all do from time to time. In this episode of...

039 - Expression: Barking Up The Wrong Tree from 2019-12-04T08:52

In this episode of The Can Learn English Podcast, learn the expression "barking up the wrong tree." Speaking of trees, did you know Canada had the third-largest forested area in the world (next to ...

038 - Expression: Up in Arms from 2019-12-02T08:07:38

037 - Join my FREE 5-Day Mini-Course from 2019-11-22T19:30:21

036 - The Toronto Slang You Need to Know from 2019-11-20T08:10:52

There is no place in the world like Toronto! The city is Canada's largest city and it has an amazing mix of cultures from around the world. It has has a variety of slang words that are unique to To...

035 - The CELPIP Exam: Listening Section from 2019-11-15T16:03:59

The CELPIP listening test will measure how well you understand English in day-to-day situations. There are 7 sections of this exam and it will take 40 minutes to complete. This episode is part of o...

034 - Expression: Strapped for Cash from 2019-11-13T07:17:50

033 - Expression: Lest We Forget from 2019-11-08T09:33:37

032 - CELPIP Series: The Ultimate Guide to CELPIP versus IELTS from 2019-11-06T16:03:14

This is the first episode of a new series on The Can Learn English Podcast. If you are considering immigrating to Canada, you might be wondering if you should take the CELPIP or the IELTS exam. If ...

031 - Halloween Episode: Dig Your Own Grave from 2019-10-31T03:06:22

030 - Vocabulary for the Canadian Election from 2019-10-25T04:36:37

The Canadian election was this week and we now have a Liberal minority government under Justin Trudeau. If you have been keeping up with the election you may have heard some new vocabulary. What is...

029 - How to Show THANKS in English for Intermediate Students from 2019-10-18T07:09

In this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast you'll learn three ways to say thank you in English. When someone does something nice for us, the obvious thing is to thank them. We change the way ...

028 – Advanced Lesson: Canadian Election Current Issues from 2019-10-11T03:09:05

An election is coming up in Canada on October 21st. In this upper-intermediate/advanced episode, you’ll learn about the key economic issues that are important topics in the upcoming election. Take ...

027 – Expression: Snowed Under from 2019-10-04T21:15:53

The Can Learn English podcast is for intermediate to advanced English language learners who are serious about learning English for daily life! Your host and Canadian English teacher Dana will help ...

026 – Expression: Train of Thought from 2019-09-27T11:14:37

The Can Learn English podcast is for intermediate to advanced English language learners who are serious about learning English for daily life! Your host and Canadian English teacher Dana will help ...

025 – Interview: Talking About Canadian Sports from 2019-09-21T12:44:31

I’m back this week on the podcast with an interview with my dad! My dad is visiting Switzerland from Canada so I brought him on the podcast to talk about his favourite subject which is sports. List...

024 – Expression: Where there’s smoke there’s fire from 2019-09-09T16:04:21

In this episode learn the how to use the expression “where there’s smoke there’s fire” in English. I also talk about the devastating 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire.

023 – Expression: Spill The Beans from 2019-08-23T15:50:53

Learn Canadian English in this expression episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you the phrase SPILL THE BEANS.

022: Interview with Shana from The American English Podcast from 2019-08-16T15:09:28

In this episode, I interview Shana from The American English Podcast and get an American opinion of Canadian stereotypes.

021 – Expression: Cop Out from 2019-08-09T09:14:16

In this episode learn the how to use the expression where there’s smoke there’s fire in English. I also talk about the devistating 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire.

020 – Expression: Fess Up from 2019-08-02T14:39:52

Learn real Canadian English with The Can Learn English Podcast. In this episode learn the expression FESS UP.

019 – Coffee Conversations with Dana: Moving from 2019-07-19T13:51

This is a bonus episode in a new series called Coffee Conversations with Dana. In this episode, I talk about my upcoming trip to Canada.

018 – Expression: Veg Out from 2019-07-12T09:49:24

Learn real Canadian English with The Can Learn English Podcast. In this episode learn the expression VEG OUT.

017 – Expression: Play it By Ear from 2019-07-05T08:44:56

Learn real Canadian English with The Can Learn English Podcast. In this episode learn the expression PLAY IT BY EAR.

016 – Special Episode for Canada Day from 2019-06-28T14:00:11

Happy Canada Day! Let’s celebrate by learning the top Canadian slang words.

015 – Expression: We The North from 2019-06-21T10:48:15

The Raptors are the NBA champions! In this episode, you’ll learn the meaning and history behind the team’s slogan ‘We The North’.

014 – Expression: Kerfuffle from 2019-06-14T08:16:58

In this episode, you’ll learn how to use the word KERFUFFLE in English and about freedom of speech in Canada.

013 – Expression: To Have Beef from 2019-06-07T07:52:43

Learn English for Canada with the expression TO HAVE BEEF and learn how Canada is a world leader in sustainable beef production.

012 – Canadian Slang: The Six from 2019-05-31T06:48:30

The Toronto Raptors are going to the NBA final! In this episode, you’ll learn the Canadian slang word THE SIX. I also chat a little bit about the history of basketball in Canada.

011 – Coffee Conversations: Planning a trip to Canada from 2019-05-27T19:37:41

This is a bonus episode in a new series called Coffee Conversations with Dana. In this episode, I talk about my upcoming trip to Canada.

010 – Expression: Gender Neutral from 2019-05-24T04:00

In this episode, learn how to make your English more GENDER NEUTRAL or GENDER INCLUSIVE.

009 – Expression: You’re a Keener from 2019-05-17T04:00

Learn the Canadian slang word KEENER on The Can Learn English Podcast. This week we have Jennifer and Dan from English Across the Pond. We discuss the differences between education in The US, UK an...

008 – Expression: Hold the Phone from 2019-05-10T04:00

Learn Canadian English with The Can Learn English Podcast. In this episode, you’re going to learn expression HOLD THE PHONE. We’ll also explore the high cost of cell phones in Canada.

004 – Expression: Roll Up the Rim from 2019-05-07T18:56:10

Learn Canadian English in this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression ROLL UP THE RIM like a native speaker.

007 – Expression: In Hot Water from 2019-05-03T06:46:39

Learn Canadian English in this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression IN HOT WATER like a native speaker.

006 – Interview: Life in Toronto with Pamella Costa from 2019-04-26T09:50:22

Learn what moving to Canada was like for Brazilian student Pamella Costa. Pamella shares her experiences learning English, adapting to winter and Canadian college life.

005- The 5-Step Method For Improving Your Listening from 2019-04-17T08:41:24

Learn Canadian English in this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you how to reach an advanced level of English using The 5-Step Method

003 – Expression: Loonie and Toonie from 2019-03-19T11:00:55

Learn Canadian English in this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression LOONIE AND TOONIE like a native speaker.

002 – Expression: Caught Red Handed from 2019-03-19T10:56:45

Learn Canadian English in this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression CAUGHT RED HANDED like a native speaker.

001 – Expression: Hoser from 2019-03-19T10:51:08

Learn Canadian English in this episode of the Can Learn English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression HOSER FINAL like a native speaker.