Daily Easy English Expression Podcast
Episodes
0675 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to LABEL someone~
20 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today we learn a GREAT word that you NEED to think about. It's a word that we will NOT be able to avoid, but we NEED to understand the power of the wo...
0674 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—when the rooster crows
10 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The WEEKEND is here for most of us! What are you plans? Do you wake up earlier on your OFF days? Do you wake up later? Same time? Today's expression i...
0673 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—one step forward, two steps back
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When we TRY something difficult--MANY times it feels like we improve a little bit...but then we realize that we have MORE problems. We have a great ex...
0672 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—iffy
08 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: iffy You coming over Friday? It's iffy. Why? Work? No. Football. How big's your TV? Subscribe on iTunes and get...
0671 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to iron out (plus pronunciation of iron!)
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A DOUBLE lesson on this Monday!! Hi, everyone^^ I hope you had a nice weekend and that your week is starting off great. Today--two things. A phrasal v...
0670 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—this VS that VS it
03 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the SIMPLEST words can be confusing...you know WHEN to use THIS or THAT or IT, right? Well, if you are unsure, check out the podcast--I'll m...
0669 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Still~~~
31 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hi everyone! Today's podcast features a word that is OVERUSED in American English...but it sometimes causes confusion in ESL students. It's really sim...
0668 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—telemarketers
26 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There are many BAD jobs in the world, right? Maybe you have a bad job... BUT, the worst job, in my opinion, is a job that NOT ONLY you hate, BUT ALSO ...
0667 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—swing and a miss
25 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Did you ever try to do something--you really tried really hard--but you failed? Maybe you tried a course at school... Maybe you tried to get a job som...
0666 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to throw a temper tantrum
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
WOW...today's podcast number is SCARY!! We just talked about numbers like that in last week's LET'S MASTER ENGLISH podcast--did you listen to it? It's...
0665 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—soulmate
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today's word is VERY important to everyone...but it's a personal word. You might use the word when you introduce your wife/girlfriend/husband/boyfrien...
0664 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to be full of himself
22 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like it when movie stars and singers tell you their POLITICAL thoughts? Personally, I do NOT like it. I don't care if I agree with them OR disa...
0663 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to be filled with confidence
19 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
One of my GOALS in helping you all with your English--making you CONFIDENT. Building your confidence is very important when learning anything--we need...
0662 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—an invigorating sleep
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
FEELING good is SUCH a great feeling! You can do everything better when you REALLY feel good. And today's expression will teach you a great adjective ...
0661 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to break someone
11 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Can I break you? Or is your WILL strong? Can I break you? Or can you keep a secret from me? Can I break you? Or are your habits too strong? Can I brea...
0660 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to draw a blank
10 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a lot of ideas? If someone asks you to help them solve a problem--are you good? Are you creative? If your wife asks you something like--"H...
0659 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to lose sleep over something
09 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It is TIME TO START!! Let's get back to having fun while learning English! I will do my best for the FUN part, you have to do your best on the LEARNIN...
2016 FINAL Podcast for Daily Easy English Expression
01 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Short and simple: Happy New Year!! I hope 2017 is a super year for you all. I'll be here for your English needs, okay?! Together Let's master English!...
0658 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a living legend
24 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
TGIF! And thank you all for the wonderful Birthday wishes!! I had a very nice birthday! Okay, down to business~ Here's a list of names...how many do y...
0657 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a knuckle dragger
22 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's expression is a silly one--but SOMETIMES it can be a little mean...so try not to use it! But you will hear it and read it--and it's usually sa...
0656 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—I have a condition
19 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I was hiking yesterday and I met a guy on the trail. As we chatted, I offered him a Christmas cookie! He was very happy and said, "Sure! But, it doesn...
0655 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—…period
16 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When someone KEEPS asking you about something or KEEPS asking you to do something and you say NO and again NO and again NO! You want to tell the perso...
0654 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a knee-slapper
15 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Are you going somewhere for Christmas? For the end of the year? For the upcoming holidays? Well, I have a friend who ALWAYS prepares a new joke to tel...
0653 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to nosh
14 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's the HOLIDAY season!! And everywhere you go--there are delicious things! Candies, cookies, pies and cakes. Turkeys and hams and all the veggies ar...
0652 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST— ~ saved the day
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A GREAT expression that you can use today...find a situation where you THOUGHT something was not going to be good...but then something unexpected came...
0651 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Whatever floats your boat +
08 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have two funny expressions that Americans like because they SOUND funny! The meaning is good, too! Have a super Thursday--the weekend is almo...
0650 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—I can't thank you enough!
07 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Well, how many times did you say, "Thank you!" today? I try to use it a lot--and I mean it, too. But sometimes people REALLY do something nice--they r...
0649 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to badger someone
06 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's the END of the year...we need to be nice to people. But with the end of the year, people get STRESSED! And we become more sensitive. Especially w...
0648 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to kick start
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How do you REALLY get your day started? How about after lunch--what do you do to GET your energy level BACK UP? What about when you go to a party--wha...
0647 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—peddling
01 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like selling? Most people do NOT like selling. Most people do NOT like salespeople. But...that is not good. We ALL have to sell EVERYDAY. Moms ...
0646 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—second to none
30 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's expression YOU NEED TO USE. Especially at this time of the year--the end of the year, many holidays, FAMILY time. This is SUCH an excellent ex...
0645 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—in the limelight
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like ROCK music? I do! One of my favorite songs (and I have MANY favorite songs!!) is a song by Rush called Limelight. Wow!! EXCELLENT. And in ...
0644 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to hang in the balance
28 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Monday!! I like Mondays...sorry^^ Today's expression is really good--when you are waiting for someone else to make a decision for you but people ask y...
0643 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—smack-dab in the middle of
24 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!! Please listen to my Thanksgiving message to you all--I mean it from the bottom of my heart! THANK YOU! Coach Shane Today's Engl...
0642 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—tenacity
10 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have any experience with SUCCESS? Think about what kinds of successes you have had. Make a short list. They can be simple successes or great su...
0641 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—an auspicious day
09 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Wednesday, November 9...11/9...2016, is a VERY special day in the US. It is not only the "reverse" of 9/11, it is the day that the "government ...
0640 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to be above reproach/beyond reproach
08 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It is ELECTION DAY in the USA. Who will the US citizens choose...a big question. But, one thing is NOT a question...both candidates have LOTS of "bad ...
0639 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to get my own way
02 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In my house, I am number one. I'm the boss. I'm king. Except when my cats are hungry. Or when my lady wants anything. Then, I'm a servant. I'm a slave...
0638 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—out of it
01 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's Tuesday...it's November...I know there are many people who are feeling great (like me), but many who are feeling...not great!! For those people, ...
0637 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—I owe it all to…
31 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the expression "because of you"? It's good, but in a POSITIVE situation, there's a better expression--"thanks to you". And, there is even ...
0636 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a loud tie
28 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes you will see a person at the office or at school or on the street who is wearing clothes or a hat or shoes or something that SEEMS to be SHO...
0635 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a reflective strip
27 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's expression focuses on a WORD...you might think it's not necessary, but it could be really useful. For your safety or for your family. And anyw...
0634 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—earthy colors
26 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When I lived in the desert of Nevada in the Southwestern US, it was beautiful...but...there was a HUGE lack of color. All the colors blended together....
0633 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—bacon (more than just meat)
25 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
My neighbor is a strict vegetarian. She eats NO meat. But...daily, she brings home the bacon. She loves bacon. Can she still be a vegetarian and bring...
0632 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to leave your mark
24 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! Many of us, after we die, want people to have a GOOD memory of us. Some of us want people to remember how GREAT we were! What about you?...
0631 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—inscribe VS subscribe
21 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
TGIF!! Today's expression is easy...but some people get CONFUSED. Hopefully after you listen to the dialog, you will remember! I hope you have a wonde...
0630 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—They SOUND THE SAME: What are you doing/What do you mean?
20 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today I will show you something VERY interesting about English--it's information that's good to know and GREAT to USE!! Have a super day! Coach Shane ...
0629 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to go/be AWOL
19 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When you expect someone to BE at a certain place at a certain time...but they aren't there. You call them...no answer. You ask other people...no one k...
0628 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—I misspoke!
18 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I remember a few times when I was speaking Korean and BECAUSE my pronunciation was a little wrong I said a word that was REALLY BAD!! It was VERY emba...
0627 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Don't knock it 'til you try it!
17 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
SO many times we "decide" if we like something BEFORE we really know! It might be a food or a drink or a person, right? We do that with singers and ac...
0626 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—chitchat VS shoot the breeze
14 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
So, I'm a guy and I usually DON'T talk that much. I'm pretty quiet. When I do talk, it's about fishing, politics...and nature. Really. I'm quite borin...
0625 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to be on the level with SMO
13 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In business, in politics and in our personal relationships, we ALL want our partners to be "Today's Expression". Are you "Today's Expression"?!! It's ...
0624 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—eat like a bird
12 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When you eat, do you eat a LOT or just a little? I eat twice a day, so I generally eat a lot. I really should eat three times a day... I have heard th...
0623 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to put a dent into SMT
11 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a BIG and BUSY work schedule this week? I hope on Monday and Tuesday you were able to "GET A LOT DONE/FINISHED". Instead of "get a lot don...
0622 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—use your noggin
10 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's expression CAN have two meanings--but they're really similar. Unless you are like the guy in the dialog...you NEED to be careful or you could ...
0621 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—pull your weight
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's been TOO LONG!! I'll explain where I have been, then you can learn a great new expression!! Have a great week, Coach Shane Today's English expres...
0620 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a rain check
26 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Baseball season is almost over in the US--it finishes in October. Baseball is one of the most popular sports in the US and it has given us many great ...
0619 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Get the vote out!
23 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In November, the US has its big presidential election. When are elections in your country? Do you participate? Many people say, "My vote doesn't matte...
0618 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—What a joke~~
22 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When something is STUPID or NOT FUNNY or RIDICULOUS or FRUSTRATING...we can use an expression which might surprise you! Enjoy today's podcast and have...
0617 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—earnest
21 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The most important thing WE can do, is to try our best. And to "really try our best" is today's expression--our word of the day. As a coach, as a stud...
0616 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST— to josh
20 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like teasing your friends? Do you like joking? Do you like saying something that is NOT REALLY TRUE but you only say it to see your friend's re...
0615 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—quarantine (noun and verb)
19 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's MONDAY! I hope you are feeling okay~ If not, you may need to TODAY'S EXPRESSION~!! Today we have a word that we can use as a noun and a verb...an...
0614 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—skip the middleman
16 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
One of the GREAT advantages that the internet provides us--TODAY'S EXPRESSION! You can study with me WITHOUT having to go to a school! You can buy pro...
0613 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—dinner and a movie
15 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Many people want to learn English...and many of those people hope one day to, maybe, go on a date with a native English speaking person!! You? Well, t...
0612 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a show of hands
14 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When you have a group of people and you want to QUICKLY know what the think/what they want/how they feel about something...what is a SUPER EASY expres...
0611 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—old-timer
14 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast you will learn a GREAT noun to describe someone old--very old. OR...to describe someone with a LOT of experience in something. You ...
0610 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—
13 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A few days ago we learned about "freeloaders"! Are you a freeloader?!! Well, today you will learn a phrasal verb that PERFECTLY describes what freeloa...
0609 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Tupperware
10 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's the weekend!! I cook a LOT on the weekend so I don't have to cook during the week...where do I keep my food! I'll tell you in today's podcast! Ha...
0608 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a knockoff
09 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we learn about something that is BAD for BUSINESS...but can be really nice as a consumer. Enjoy the podcast and have a great day! OH! If you are...
0607 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to freeload/a freeloader
07 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Someone who NEVER pays, someone who NEVER works, someone who ALWAYS takes, someone who NEVER cleans... Are you one of those people? I hope not!! We al...
0606 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—the runs (ARE you eating now? If yes, listen later!!!)
06 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: the runs… I don't think I can go in today. What's wrong? My stomach. I've got the runs. I'll call your boss. ...
0605 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—nauseous
05 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you eat TOO much--especially sweet things--you will feel ... If you are pregnant, often you will feel... Taking some types of medication will make ...
0604 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—feel a little warm
01 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The seasons are changing--where I live, from summer to fall. DO NOT GET SICK! Today, we'll talk about a common symptom for many people when the season...
0603 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—wrapped around someone's finger
31 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like being CONTROLLED by someone? Of course not! But wait...sometimes it's okay, right? Maybe if you have a wife or a husband that you love?!! ...
0602 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Give credit where credit is due~
30 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: Give credit where credit is due In British pronunciation they say "better", but in American pronunciation they ...
Thank you!
29 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I have had a very difficult period...it all started in June and now it is time to start over. Your patience for my lessons is GREATLY APPRECIATED. Hav...
0601 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—...smarter than he looks...
29 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: Smarter than he looks Why didn't you tell your mom where you were? Because she would have worried too much! Wow...
0600 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—honest to a fault
11 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I 100% believe in telling the truth. Being honest. NOT lying. But...we must agree, sometimes the truth hurts, right? And if YOUR TRUTH hurts someone, ...
0599 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—drop off, drop-off, dropoff!
10 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a word/phrase that can be spelled THREE different ways and have THREE different meanings! The word/phrase is REALLY useful, too! Enjoy t...
0598 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Watch your step~
08 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Walking can SOMETIMES be dangerous. Seriously!! There is gum on the road/sidewalk, sometimes you'll find doggy poop~ What about snow and ice...fresh c...
0597 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Give him an inch and he'll take a mile
04 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's ALMOST the end of the week and ALMOST the beginning of the Olympics in Brazil!! Even if you are not a fan of sports, lets all hope for a wonderfu...
0596 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—the lowdown
03 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you rely on information from the news or from Twitter or from Facebook--you are not getting enough information. When I buy something on Amazon, I d...
0595 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—lock, stock and barrel
01 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Good MONDAY morning!! Today's podcast will teach you (remind you?!!) of a great expression that means EVERYTHING! I really like the conversation--it f...
0594 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a hollow victory
29 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
TGIF!!! VICTORY!!! Yes, we all love victory. Any victory is good, right? Well, yeah! But...there is one type of victory that is good, but it's just no...
0593 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—the nitty-gritty
27 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When you want PRECISE information, you need TODAY'S EXPRESSION! Have a fantastic week, everyone. Be safe and strong! And be sure to listen to our podc...
0592 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—a sub / to sub for…subbing for
25 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
My number one priority in my work is my students. I will always do my best to enhance their skills, to answer their questions, to push them to the nex...
0591 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—Back at you!
24 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When someone says something nice to you--when they WISH YOU good, how can we respond? Well, we can always just say "Thank you!" But it is often better...
0590 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—jumping on the wrong bandwagon
23 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today, a little bit of history behind a GREAT expression that you can use in politics and sports! You can use it in your family too!! Enjoy the podcas...
0589 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to be conned into VERBing
21 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you trust most people? No? If yes, then you are like me. Is that a good thing? Well...it seems like it should be a good thing, but the truth is...m...
0588 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to tie one on
20 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
MANY of us have enjoyed a beer or two. Maybe some whiskey...tequila~ Vodka, rum, gin...wine, champagne. I still LOVE my nightly beer--one can. I reall...
0586 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—tit for tat
18 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's expression is for EVERYONE. If you are NOT guilty of today's expression, please send me a message and I will tell the world how WONDERFUL you ...
0587 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to have a penchant for ~
17 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When you REALLY like something SO much that it makes you weak...you need today's expression! What are things that "make you weak"? For me...chocolate ...
0585 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST— man the grill
13 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have an EXCELLENT expression summer. And for men. And for ladies, too! Actually--I have a question; are men in your country "allowed" to cook...
0584 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to harbor a feeling
11 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We all have NEGATIVE feelings sometimes--we are human! Sometimes we hate or REALLY dislike, sometimes we feel envy, sometimes we judge people by how t...
0583 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—kill two birds with one stone
10 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I REALLY love it when I am able to solve TWO problems at ONE time! I can save time and effort! Today I actually solved 5 problems at ONE time! I prepa...
0582 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—quite a few (be careful with this one!)
09 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
You have probably heard or read the phrase "quite a few". But...do you know exactly HOW to use it? Did you know that when I say "quite a few", someone...
0581 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to cut it close
07 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you have an appointment at 9am, what time do you arrive? Early, late or on time? If you answered "on time", I have another question for you--are yo...
0580 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST— pear-shaped (2 definitions!)
06 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: Today you get a DOUBLE! You will learn two VERY different usages of an "easy sounding" phrase. Unfortunately, b...
0579 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—itching to do something
05 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: Sometimes we REALLY want to DO something or GO somewhere SO bad...it drives us crazy! And today's expression de...
0578 Daily Easy English Lesson PODCAST—to ace something
04 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's English expression and dialog: to ace something So, how was the driver's test? I aced it! Really? Well, I got one wrong out of 50! The E-Cubed...