American English With Brent

Canada Fights Back! Trade War With the U.S. Explained for IELTS and TOEFL

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, we’ll talk about the trade war between Canada and the U.S. and how it affects businesses and everyday people. You’ll learn...

Learn English While You Sleep: 3 Hours of Trump News

08 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Here are all of the English lessons about Trump since Trump was elected president in November of 2024. 💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a c...

Zelensky's English Isn't Good Enough / English for IELTS and TOEFL

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

✅ Americans say “sorry” and “thank you” a lot in everyday life. They say “sorry” even for small things, like walking past someone. They ...

Trump and Zelensky’s Heated Exchange IELTS and TOEFL 🇺🇸 🇺🇦

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like watching the news and learning English at the same time, this lesson is for you. In this English lesson we will look at the heated exchang...

Walk and Talk With an American English Teacher in a Paris Apartment

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, you will walk with me around the AirBnB I rented while spending a few days in Paris.💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Becom...

Are the People of Paris Rude? English With an American Teacher

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this lesson, you will listen to clear English while walking around the streets of Paris.

English Lesson on the Go: A Hotel Walk in Boston

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Trump and Putin Talk, American Teacher Freed: English Vocabulary For IELTS and TOEFL

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marc Fogel, an American teacher, was arrested in Russia in August 2021 for carrying a small amount of medical marijuana prescribed for chronic pain. H...

Bird Flu Causes Problems in New York: English Conversation for the IELTS and TOEFL

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning English while watching the news, you'll love this English lesson. Even though the news is very sad. If you like learning abou...

Mass Panic in India: 30+ Killed in Religious Festival Stampede: The News in English for IELTS TOEFL

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning English while watching the news, you'll love this English lesson. Even though the news is very sad. If you like learning abou...

67 Dead in Washington D.C. Plane Crash: English for IELTS and TOEFL

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Trump Has Beef With Colombia: Real English Conversation for IELTS and TOEFL

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Trump Orders 10,000 American Soldiers to the Border with Mexico | English for IELTS and TOEFL

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Donald Trump Finds Joe Biden's Letter: The News in English for the IELTS and TOEFL

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Trump is President/Hostages are Released: News In English Week of Jan 24th 2025

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Breaking News: 3 Hostages Freed by Hamas – English Vocabulary Lesson

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

25 Dead, 20+ Missing in California Wildfires: English Conversation for IELTS and TOEFL

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

How to Watch Trump Become President in English

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

War Over In Gaza? English Conversation for IELTS and TOEFL

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

16 Dead in California Fires: An English Conversation for IELTS and TOEFL

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

5 Killed in Freak Snowstorm: News in English for IELTS and TOEFL

11 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Syria Has Had a Couple Crazy Weeks: Over 60 Minutes of English for the IELTS and TOEFL

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Syria’s Future Chris Murphy is a U.S. Senator from Connecticut. He has been in the Senate since 2013 and is part of the Democratic Party. He works o...

Trump Hotel Attacked: News in English for IELTS and TOEFL

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

100 Dead in the African Country, DRC: English Conversation for the IELTS and TOEFL

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Truck Drives into People: Advanced English for IELTS and TOEFL

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Will Trump Take Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal? The News in Slow English

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

177 Dead in Plane Crash: Watching the News in English for IELTS and TOEFL

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Syria's Future: Watching the News in English

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Learn English With a Real American English Teacher for IELTS and TOEFL

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Christmas Slang to Use in Your Next English Conversation

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. You will learn at least 11 new terms you can us...

Death of a CEO: 25 Advance English Words with the News in English

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Sad History of Syria While Improving Your English: IELTS and TOEFL

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Mystery Drones Over in the U.S? IELTS Practice

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Rebels Take Over Syria: 20 Advanced English Terms for English Conversation

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

Real English Conversation in New York City

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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Martial Law Declared in South Korea: 25 Advanced English Vocabulary, Idioms, and Phrasal Verbs

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this real world English lesson, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms,, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump ...

Biden Pardons His Son, Hunter: 20 Advanced English Expressions for Your Next English Conversation

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this real world English lesson, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms,, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump ...

Real-World English: Advanced Black Friday Conversations

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this real world English lesson, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms,, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump ...

Better English Conversation With American Politics for 3 Hours

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watch...

1 Hour English Conversation About Food for the IELTS and TOEFL 🍉 🥑

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. You wi...

Peace in Gaza? 25 Advanced English Vocabulary for the IELTS and TOEFL

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

30 Minutes of English: Say Goodbye to Awkward English! Learn Real American Kitchen Vocabulary

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about everyday items and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. In this ...

Biden and Trump Meet: News in English: 20 Terms for the IELTS and TOEFL

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

CANADA and INDIA HAVE BEEF: 25 English Phrasal Verbs and Idioms on the IELTS and TOEFL

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

Will Iran Assassinate Trump? Learn 25+ Powerful English Words for IELTS & TOEFL!”

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

KAMALA TELLS TRUMP "YOU WIN" 23 English Phrasal Verbs and English Idioms for the IELTS and TOEFL

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

POLLS SHOW THE NEXT US PRESIDENT 23 English Idioms and Phrasal Verbs for the ITELS and TOEFL

03 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

Donald Trump's Vice President Swears on Joe Rogan: 43 Advanced Vocabulary for the IELTS or TOEFL

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

17,000,000 Americans Have Already Voted for President: 30 English Idioms for the IELTS and TOEFL

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

BIDEN CALLS TRUMP VOTERS "GARBAGE" 20 English Idioms for the IELTS and TOEFL

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

1 Hour English Conversation About Food for the IELTS and TOEFL 🍉 🥑

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. You wi...

TRUMP JOINS JOE ROGAN: 30 English Phrasal Verbs and Idioms for IELTS and TOEFL

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

Explosive Words: English Idioms With the Conflict in Israel 30 Terms for the IELTS or TOEFL

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

KAMALA HARRIS GETS GRILLED: 25 English Phrasal Verbs for the IELTS and TOEFL

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

TRUMP WORKS AT MCDONALD'S 20 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Terms with the News

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While ...

TRUMP DANCES AND SINGS: 50 English Phrases for the IELTS and TOEFL

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, you will learn English phrasal verbs, idioms, and advanced vocabulary for your next English conversation by watching a news cl...

HURRICANES MILTON AND HELENE: 100 English Phrasal Verbs for IELTS and TOEFL Prep

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this super long English lesson using the news, you will learn over 100 English phrasal verbs, idioms, and advanced vocabulary you can use to prepar...

FRANCE TELLS ISRAEL STOP: 25+ English Phrasal Verbs for IELTS and TOEFL

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The president of France, Emmanuel Macron, suggested that there should be an arms embargo on weapons heading to Israel if they are going to be used in ...

Hurricane Milton: Storm of the Century Slams Florida: 30 IELTS and TOEFL Prep Terms

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hurricane Milton is expected to slam Florida in the next couple hours. In this English lesson, we will watch a news clip and talk about all the diffic...

OLDER COUPLE KILLED IN HURRICANE: 25 English Phrasal Verbs for the IELTS and TOEFL

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some very sad news out of the Southeastern United States in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. An elderly couple was killed when a tree fell onto thei...

Phrasal Verb: PULL OUT: 8 Ways We Use in English

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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IRAN BOMBS ISRAEL 🇮🇷🇮🇱: 30 English Phrasal Verbs for IELTS and TOEFL

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, we explore the mounting tensions between Iran and Israel following the October 2024 bombing in Tel Aviv. We discuss key events...

TRUMP'S VP and HARRIS' VP DEBATE: 23 English Phrasal Verbs, Idiom, and Advanced English Vocabulary

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

JD Vance and Tim Walz debated last night. Together, we will watch a news clip packed with use English that you can use if studying for the ITELS or TO...

HURRICANE DEVASTATES AMERICAN TOWN: 30 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms and Advanced English Vocabulary

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sadly, the lovely town of Asheville, North Carolina was hit hard by Hurricane Helene. In this English lesson, you will learn to improve your English. ...

Trump and Zelenskyy Meet in New York City: 20 English Phrasal Verbs and Advanced Words Explained

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, Former President Trump of the United States met with current president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. We look at a news clip about their ...

🇹🇷 Over 30 Minutes of Real English Conversation in Istanbul, Turkey

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, you will learn English as we walk around the amazing city of Istanbul, Turkey. You will learn what cautiously optimistic means...

TRUMP'S 2nd SUSPECT REVEALED: 20 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Pronunciation

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, we will dive into the evidence surrounding the suspect accused of trying to assassinate former President Trump. 💙 WANT BO...

BIDEN HAS NO MONEY: 20 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced English Vocabulary

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Clooney Praises Biden. In this English lesson, you will learn the English phrasal verb, speaking out, crops, praise, a bit of history of the George Wa...

2nd SHOT AT TRUMP: English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Vocabulary

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lesson, you will learn vocabulary related to a second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Designed for ELL/MLL students, w...

TRUMP/HARRIS DEBATE REACTION: 21 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Vocabulary

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, we’ll break down the reactions to the recent Trump vs. Harris debate! You’ll learn advanced vocabulary like *face-to-face,...

GET READY FOR THE TRUMP/HARRIS DEBATE: 20 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Vocabulary

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lesson, we'll go over important English terms related to debates, with simplified definitions and example sentences. These terms will help...

TERROR IN NEW YORK STOPPED: 20+ English Phrasal Verbs and Advanced Words

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we break down a recent news story involving a planned attack on a Jewish neighborhood in New York City. In this video, we'll explain 18...

AMERICAN SCHOOL SHOOTING: Learn 18 English Phrasal Verbs and Advanced Words

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lesson, we explore 18 important English vocabulary terms related to the recent tragic news from Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, wher...

ISRAEL ATTACKS HEZBOLLAH: 20 English Phrasal Verbs and Advanced Vocabulary

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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🇹🇷 HOTEL ENGLISH LESSON IN TURKEY: Learn Native English 🇹🇷

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I had a beautiful time at this awesome hotel in Istanbul. For about 15 minutes I walk the property and talk about the things I see so you are able to ...

TRUMP IS NOW STRONGER: 20+ Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Terms

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dropped out of the race for president, and he endorsed former President Donald Trump. In this English lesson, you wil...

PROTESTS IN CHICAGO DURING DNC: 30+ Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Terms

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden, Former Presidents Obama and Clinton, and Vice President Harris will all speak at the Democratic National Convention. In this English ...

21 English Idioms, Terms, and Phrasal Verbs About Sleep 🛏️

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this live American English lesson, you will learn 21 different ways to talk about sleep in English. 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair...

TURKEY TO INTERVENE IN ISRAEL: 20 Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Terms 🇹🇷 🇮🇱

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To help you improve your English, we will look at a news clip from Al Jazeera explaining how President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan may somehow intervene in ...

ELON INTERVIEWS TRUMP: 20 Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Terms

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Elon Interviews Trump 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code B...

TRUMP and HARRIS BATTLE: 21 Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Words

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's English lesson, you will learn at least 21 words, terms, idioms, and English phrasal verbs from a CNN interview, discussing the cha...

World's Worst Food in Iceland While Teaching English 🇮🇸

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Iceland is an incredible country, but this time I around I was only able to visit the capital, Reykjavik. In this English lesson to help you improve y...

BIDEN PRESS CONFERENCE: 20 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Words in the News 🗞️ 🇺🇸

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's English lesson, you will learn at least 20 words, terms, idioms, and English phrasal verbs Press Secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, and...

TWO AMERICAN TEACHERS ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT ENGLISH AND AMERICAN CULTURE

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For about an hour, my wife, Jamie, and I will answer your questions about learning English and American culture. ☀️ For the rest of the summer, I...

THE OLYMPICS: 25 English Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, and Advanced Words in the News 🥇 🇺🇸

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's English lesson, you will learn at least 25 words, terms, idioms, and English phrasal verbs Americans use when talking about the Oly...

REAL ENGLISH CONVERSATION ABOUT FEAR 😨

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson to help you speak English better, we will talk about three common emotions: Love, hate, and fear. 1. Snakes A common fear of...

Real English Conversation About U.S. Elections 🇺🇸

21 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's live English lesson, you will learn at least 25 words, terms, idioms, and English phrasal verbs Americans use when talking about U....

Speak Better English : Graduating High School and College 🎓

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here is everything you will need to know if you would like to talk about students graduating from a school in English. Here is an English lesson that ...

Real English Talk: President Trump's Assassination Attempt

14 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, you will learn how to talk about the recent events involving former President Trump. You will also understand how to read the ...

Speak English While Flying to Iceland 🇮🇸

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English class, you will improve your English speaking as you fly along to Iceland with me. We’ll start at a bus station in Auburn, Maine. He...

Livestream With Bob the Canadian 🇨🇦

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this livestream Bob the Canadian will drop by on the Fourth of July to hang out for a bit and answer your questions about learning English. Check...

How to Talk About Childbirth in English 👶

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, you will gain confidence when speaking about having a baby in American English. I also interview my wife to get a first-hand p...

Speak Confident English at this Dark and Dangerous House

29 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My brother, Ben, invited me along to check out a an abandoned house he is being paid to clean out. You will learn real American English has we have a ...

Let's Talk About Food in English (Better Speaking)

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lesson to help you speak American English, we will look at some foods in English that begin with the letter, "R." A huge thank you t...

Learn English at a Brazilian Beach 🇧🇷

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rio might have the most beautiful beach in the world, and you can improve your English here. We will focus on phrasal verbs like spread out, push out,...

Improve Your English in a South American Rainforest

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's English lesson, you are going to be learning English in the world's largest urban rainforest. And maybe the first term we should ta...

200 Advanced English Phrases and Idioms for Everyday Conversation

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I put together all of my craziest English lessons. You will learn English as I ride a roller coaster, as I get pulled around a on a tube. You will imp...

HOW TO TALK ABOUT HAIRCUTS IN ENGLISH 🇧🇷 💈

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🇹🇷 Visit Ahmet Bayram at https://cabhealth.com/ Use the code: Brent10 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/c...

I Got Sick at a Brazilian Market 🇧🇷

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You will learn what figurines and crochet are along with so much more. 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/chann...

How to use English Phrasal Verbs at Work

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this English lesson, you will learn how to use 20 English phrasal verbs Americans say all the time. Back up, break down, call off, get along with.....