The English Zone
Episodes
258. The American at the Coffee Shop | Practice Present Simple with a story for beginner English learners
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this beginner English lesson, you will listen to a fun story about Diego, a young man who works at a coffee shop in Mexico City. One morning, an Am...
257. Grocery Shopping at Walmart | Easy English Story Lesson for Beginners
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, you will learn English through a real-life story about grocery shopping at Walmart. Practice Present Simp...
256. How to focus longer as an English learner (4 simple steps)
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you can't focus for more than 30 seconds, this episode is for you. Most English learners think the problem is motivation. It's not. It's your atten...
257. How to Focus Longer When Learning English (4 Simple Steps)
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re an English learner who can’t focus on your studies for more than a few minutes, that’s exactly why you’re not improving as fast as y...
256. How to Stop Translating in Your Head and Start Thinking in English
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You understand English but can't speak it fluently? The problem isn't your grammar or vocabulary — it's that you're still thinking i...
255. Learn English with Stories | Jack’s Daily Routine & Work Schedule (Beginner A1 Listening Practice)
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a simple and engaging story about Jack and his new job at a soap company. You will learn about his daily routine, ...
255. Learn English with Stories | Jack’s Daily Routine & Work Schedule (Beginner A1 Listening Practice)
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a simple and engaging story about Jack and his new job at a soap company. You will learn about his daily routine, ...
254. A beginner story lesson for English learner's about Emma's Free Time in New York City
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Emma, a woman who lives in New York City and enjoys her free time after work. You will hear ab...
254. A beginner story lesson for English learner's about Emma's Free Time in New York City
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Emma, a woman who lives in New York City and enjoys her free time after work. You will hear ab...
253. Beginner (A1) Listening Lesson: Ryan's Adventure Trip | How did Ryan spend his savings? 🏘️
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast Description:In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Ryan — the same man who saved $7 every day. After six months, Ryan has $...
253. Beginner (A1) Listening Lesson: Ryan's Adventure Trip | How did Ryan spend his savings? 🏘️
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast Description: In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Ryan — the same man who saved $7 every day. After six months, Ryan has ...
252. Beginner (A1) Listening Lesson: Ryan's $7 Habit that Surprised Everyone 💰
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Ryan — a man from California who works in an office and has one very simple habit. Every day...
252. Beginner (A1) Listening Lesson: Ryan's $7 Habit that Surprised Everyone 💰
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Ryan — a man from California who works in an office and has one very simple habit. Every day...
251. Beginner (A1) Listening Lesson: Ahmed's Birthday Month
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Ahmed — a man from Ohio who loves the month of May because his birthday is in May. You will ...
251. Beginner (A1) Listening Lesson: Ahmed's Birthday Month
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Ahmed — a man from Ohio who loves the month of May because his birthday is in May. You will ...
250. Beginner (A1) English Listening Lesson | Maria's Busy Week
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Maria — a busy woman from Texas who works a part-time job and takes English classes at the s...
250. Beginner (A1) English Listening Lesson | Maria's Busy Week
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will listen to a short story about Maria — a busy woman from Texas who works a part-time job and takes English classes at the s...
249. Beginner English Lesson: Fernando's Life in Florida | Listen, Practice, Repeat
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This lesson is for beginner English learners. You will learn and practice vocabulary words related to family, relationships, work, and the future.In t...
249. Beginner English Lesson: Fernando's Life in Florida | Listen, Practice, Repeat
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This lesson is for beginner English learners. You will learn and practice vocabulary words related to family, relationships, work, and the future.In t...
248. Practice Future with this Fun Lesson | Road Trip to Colorado ⛰️🚙
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn how to use future simple and talk about future plans using Will and Going to in a fun lesson that's like a conversa...
248. Practice Future with this Fun Lesson | Road Trip to Colorado ⛰️🚙
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn how to use future simple and talk about future plans using Will and Going to in a fun lesson that's like a conversation...
247. Ramadan is not just about Fasting; it is an intensive course with many lessons to teach | Advanced English Learners
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many people think that Ramadan is only about fasting (not eating and drinking from morning to evening) for one month and that's it. But this is no...
247. Ramadan is not just about Fasting; it is an intensive course with many lessons to teach | Advanced English Learners
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many people think that Ramadan is only about fasting (not eating and drinking from morning to evening) for one month and that's it. But this is not tr...
246. The Hidden Dangers of AI that Nobody Talks about (and How to protect yourself) | Advanced English Lesson
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for those who think AI is the best thing that's happened to us without learning about or seeing the real damages that AI is causin...
246. The Hidden Dangers of AI that Nobody Talks about (and How to protect yourself) | Advanced English Lesson
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for those who think AI is the best thing that's happened to us without learning about or seeing the real damages that AI is causing. I...
245. Five Rules to Follow IF You Want to Learn any Language in only SIX Months | A podcast for English learners
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this TED Talk Tuesday episode of The English Zone Podcast, we break down the famous TEDx talk “How to Learn Any Language in Six Months” by...
245. Five Rules to Follow IF You Want to Learn any Language in only SIX Months | A podcast for English learners
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this TED Talk Tuesday episode of The English Zone Podcast, we break down the famous TEDx talk “How to Learn Any Language in Six Months” by Chri...
244. If You Understood the Dangers of Criticizing Others, You Would NEVER Criticize! How to Stop | Advanced English
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think criticizing others will help them stop repeating a mistake and improve. The opposite is true. Criticizing and pointing others' m...
244. If You Understood the Dangers of Criticizing Others, You Would NEVER Criticize! How to Stop | Advanced English
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think criticizing others will help them stop repeating a mistake and improve. The opposite is true. Criticizing and pointing others' mista...
243. A Busy Night at the Restaurant | Learn how to Use Despite, Although, and Even though | Intermediate English Lesson
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 9 of the Jason Series, you’ll learn how to use despite, although, and even though in a fun and interesting, along with useful phrasal ...
243. A Busy Night at the Restaurant | Learn how to Use Despite, Although, and Even though | Intermediate English Lesson
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 9 of the Jason Series, you’ll learn how to use despite, although, and even though in a fun and interesting, along with useful phrasal ver...
242. In 20 Minutes, I will teach you how to build a daily English practice routine (step by step)
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you are studying English but you don’t see progress, the problem is not you — it’s not having system to follow.In this episode, I break down ...
242. In 20 Minutes, I will teach you how to build a daily English practice routine (step by step)
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you are studying English but you don’t see progress, the problem is not you — it’s not having system to follow. In this episode, I break down...
241. Into the Wild Explained | Intermediate ESL Listening Lesson (Past Tense & “Should Have”)
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
nto the Wild is a powerful true story about freedom, independence, and the hidden dangers of isolation.In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, ...
241. The sad story of Into the Wild | Intermediate Lesson for English learners (Past Tense & “Should Have”)
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Into the Wild is a powerful true story about freedom, independence, and the hidden dangers of isolation. In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, ...
240. How to Begin With the End in Mind to Create the best Results for This Life and the Next | Intermediate English
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast episode is about choices.Two types of decisions: good and bad and how they perfectly shape your future. It's super simple to u...
240. How to Begin With the End in Mind to Create the best Results for This Life and the Next | Intermediate English
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast episode is about choices. Two types of decisions: good and bad and how they perfectly shape your future. It's super simple to understa...
239. Build a Simple and Easy System to Master English in 12 months!
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is about building a simple system to learn English.If you feel stuck, confused, or inconsistent, the problem may not be your Englis...
239. Build a Simple and Easy System to Master English in 12 months! Intermediate to Advanced English learners
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is about building a simple system to learn English. If you feel stuck, confused, or inconsistent, the problem may not be your Englis...
238. A Book that changes your thinking about powerful, control, and freedom | Advanced English Animal Farm
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, we explore Animal Farm by George Orwell — a short book written in simple English with one of the dee...
238. This book changes your thinking about power, control, and freedom | Advanced English Animal Farm
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The English Zone Podcast, we explore Animal Farm by George Orwell — a short book written in simple English with one of the deepes...
236. Ted Talk Tuesday | This One Thing Will Finally Make You Get up and Start Making Better Habits
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ted Talk Tuesday is back!!Each month, we explore a new TED Talk about success, personal development, and ideas that inspire you to take action and gro...
237. Ted Talk Tuesday | 20 Minutes to Make You Understand the dangers and benefits of HABITS! Intermediate English
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ted Talk Tuesday is back!! Each month, we explore a new TED Talk about success, personal development, and ideas that inspire you to take action and gr...
236. A Story of Adventure, Mistake, Desperation and Survival | 127 Hours - for Advanced English Learners
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful English lesson for advanced learners, you’ll listen to the true story of Aron Ralston, a mountain climber whose solo hike turned ...
236. A Story of Adventure, Mistake, Desperation and Survival | 127 Hours - for Advanced English Learners
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful English lesson for advanced learners, you’ll listen to the true story of Aron Ralston, a mountain climber whose solo hike turned in...
235. The Secret to a Long, Happy, and Purposeful Life | IKIGAI Summary for Advanced English Learners
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What gets you out of bed in the morning?In this episode, we explore Ikigai — the Japanese concept of living with purpose and balance — inspired ...
235. The Secret to a Long, Happy, and Purposeful Life | IKIGAI Summary for Advanced English Learners
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What gets you out of bed in the morning? In this episode, we explore Ikigai — the Japanese concept of living with purpose and balance — inspired b...
234. Fix your habits, fix your life - Learn English through powerful stories | No grammar drills; just listening and repetition
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful ESL story lesson, you’ll follow Gary — a man stuck in bad habits, negativity, and regret — and learn how one decision helped hi...
234. Fix your habits, fix your life - Learn English through powerful stories | No grammar drills; just listening and repetition
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful ESL story lesson, you’ll follow Gary — a man stuck in bad habits, negativity, and regret — and learn how one decision helped hi...
233. A Visit to the Doctor | Real-life communication at the doctor’s office. Intermediate English
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you’ll learn how to communicate confidently at the doctor’s office. We’ll practice useful phrases, real-life questions, and nat...
233. A Visit to the Doctor | Real-life communication at the doctor’s office. Intermediate English
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you’ll learn how to communicate confidently at the doctor’s office. We’ll practice useful phrases, real-life questions, and nat...
232. Jason’s Advice for His Team | Learn how to use "Shoud, Have to, and Must"
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn about Jason's progress as a restaurant owner as he gives advice to his team. You will learn and practice how to use...
232. Jason’s Advice for His Team | Learn how to use "Shoud, Have to, and Must"
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn about Jason's progress as a restaurant owner as he gives advice to his team. You will learn and practice how to use " s...
231. How to become unstoppable by building Emotional Intelligence in 3 Simple Steps | a lesson for advanced English learners
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Children act based on how they feel in the moment; so if your life is influenced by your emotions and you act upon your feelings, that is a sign you h...
231. How to become unstoppable by building Emotional Intelligence in 3 Simple Steps | a lesson for advanced English learners
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Children act based on how they feel in the moment; so if your life is influenced by your emotions and you act upon your feelings, that is a sign you h...
230. Jason’s Future Plans | Learn Future Tenses with Real English Stories + Useful Phrasal Verbs
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this about Jason's Future Plans, you will practice using "WILL & GOING TO" to talk about future.Stop studying boring grammar rule...
230. Jason’s Future Plans | Learn Future Tenses with Real English Stories + Useful Phrasal Verbs
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this about Jason's Future Plans, you will practice using "WILL & GOING TO" to talk about future. Stop studying boring grammar rules to improve your...
229. Jason’s Progress as a Restaurant Owner | 20 Minutes to Learn 20+ new Phrasal Verbs and Practice Grammar | Intermediate English
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, we learn about Jason's progress in the past month as a restaurant owner. You will learn and practice Present Perfect Continuous, F...
229. Jason’s Progress as a Restaurant Owner | 20 Minutes to Learn 20+ new Phrasal Verbs and Practice Grammar | Intermediate English
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, we learn about Jason's progress in the past month as a restaurant owner. You will learn and practice Present Perfect Continuous, Futur...
228. From the Depth of a Dark Well to the Height of Power and Glory | A Story in Advanced English
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We begin a new Series on The English Zone podcast.This is a beautiful beginning of a 28 part podcast series highlighting the life of the most influent...
228. From the Depth of a Dark Well to the Height of Power and Glory | A Story in Advanced English
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We begin a new Series on The English Zone podcast. This is a beautiful beginning of a 28 part podcast series highlighting the life of the most influen...
227. A Chef in the City | Practice Present Perfect; What has Jason done secretly?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn and practice your English in a fun way and improve your grammar and speaking the EZ way with short stories and interactive questions and answers...
227. A Chef in the City | Practice Present Perfect; What has Jason done secretly?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn and practice your English in a fun way and improve your grammar and speaking the EZ way with short stories and interactive questions and answers...
226. Master Present Perfect in Just 15 Minutes with Shadowing + Story Practice.
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice how to use Present Perfect with a shadowing lesson, repetition and a fun story in...
226. Master Present Perfect in Just 15 Minutes with Shadowing + Story Practice.
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice how to use Present Perfect with a shadowing lesson, repetition and a fun story in...
225. My Life Experience in Buffalo, New York | A Story to Master Present Perfect Tense
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will get to practice your English and learn how to use Present Perfect with a fun and interactive story about someone's life expe...
225. My Life Experience in Buffalo, New York | A Story to Master Present Perfect Tense
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will get to practice your English and learn how to use Present Perfect with a fun and interactive story about someone's life expe...
224. Jason’s Struggle to Success | Practice Past Tense the easy way
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Jason’s funny kitchen mistakes and learn how to use past tense with a story that you will not forget.
224. Jason’s Struggle to Success | Practice Past Tense the easy way
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Jason’s funny kitchen mistakes and learn how to use past tense with a story that you will not forget.
223. Your English will NOT improve if you’re not consistent! Here’s why!
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many people don't know and don't understand the idea and power of consistency. They think real success is achieved by intense practice and har...
223. Your English will NOT improve if you’re not consistent! Here’s why!
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many people don't know and don't understand the idea and power of consistency. They think real success is achieved by intense practice and hard work. ...
222. Jason's Past Job | A fun and easy story to practice your English grammar and pronunciation
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn and practice many new vocabulary words and useful Phrasal Verbs that American's use every day!Listen! Practice! Rep...
222. Jason's Past Job | A fun and easy story to practice your English grammar and pronunciation
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn and practice many new vocabulary words and useful Phrasal Verbs that American's use every day! Listen! Practice! Repeat...
221. Jason's Busy Night | Beginner ESL stories to practice present continuous
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short lesson, you can learn and practice many new vocabulary words and expressions related to working in a restaurant. You will also learn and...
221. Jason's Busy Night | Beginner ESL stories to practice present continuous
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short lesson, you can learn and practice many new vocabulary words and expressions related to working in a restaurant. You will also learn and...
220. Jason’s City Adventure | Beginner to Intermediate English Lesson
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn and practice how to use Present Continuous (Action Happening Right Now) and you will learn many new words and phrasal v...
220. Jason’s City Adventure | Beginner to Intermediate English Lesson
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lesson, you will learn and practice how to use Present Continuous (Action Happening Right Now) and you will learn many new words and phrasal v...
219. From Difficulty to Success | Low Intermediate English | Listen, practice, repeat
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want a private 1:1 class with me?Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_Want to practice your English Level 1 with stories like these?Click here: the...
219. From Difficulty to Success | Low Intermediate English | Listen, practice, repeat
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want a private 1:1 class with me? Message me on Instagram @TheEnglishZone_ Want to practice your English Level 1 with stories like these? Click here: ...
218. Don't let AI or Robots take your job! | Learn these skills and you will always have a job
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The future will not be for lazy people.Learn about these skills and you'll always have a job.If you’re an English learner, ESL teacher, or someo...
218. Don't let AI or Robots take your job! | Learn these skills and you will always have a job
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The future will not be for lazy people. Learn about these skills and you'll always have a job. If you’re an English learner, ESL teacher, or someone...
217. Present Progressive | Beginner English | Listen and repeat
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, repeat, practice.
217. Present Progressive | Beginner English | Listen and repeat
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, repeat, practice.
216. Two simple tricks to help you stop gossiping FOREVER!
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you understand how dangerous gossiping is?It's a behavior so toxic that destroys good relationships, prevents relationships from flourishing an...
216. Two simple tricks to help you stop gossiping FOREVER!
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you understand how dangerous gossiping is? It's a behavior so toxic that destroys good relationships, prevents relationships from flourishing and m...
215. This man's life changed after listening to a podcast | Intermediate English lesson
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode you will learn how a man's life changed because of something important he heard in a podcast episode and his decision to st...
215. This man's life changed after listening to a podcast | Intermediate English lesson
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode you will learn how a man's life changed because of something important he heard in a podcast episode and his decision to stop being...
214. The Most Dangerous Behavior and the Best Solution for it | Advanced English
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You think you are in control, but you are not.Listen along and find out why you are so lazy and how to say goodbye to being lazy and finding seeing re...
214. The Most Dangerous Behavior and the Best Solution for it | Advanced English
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You think you are in control, but you are not. Listen along and find out why you are so lazy and how to say goodbye to being lazy and finding seeing r...
213. The ending of Santiago's journey is NOT what you expect! | The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (Final Part)
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a lifelong journey across deserts, wars, and his own fears, Santiago finally reaches the Pyramids of Egypt—but the ending will surprise you. W...
213. The ending of Santiago's journey is NOT what you expect! | The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (Final Part)
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a lifelong journey across deserts, wars, and his own fears, Santiago finally reaches the Pyramids of Egypt—but the ending will surprise you. W...
212. When you see the power of taking risks, you never want to go back. | Adv. English
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is not about the size of the sacrifice or risk; it's about the timing and how willing you are to take that risk. If want to read this in my newslet...
212. When you see the power of taking risks, you never want to go back. | Adv. English
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is not about the size of the sacrifice or risk; it's about the timing and how willing you are to take that risk. If want to read this in my newslet...
211. Immediately start using these 17 Phrasal Verbs to speak like a native speaker
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to stop speaking like you are reading a textbook, start using phrasal verbs in your English daily conversations and messaging communicatio...
211. Immediately start using these 17 Phrasal Verbs to speak like a native speaker
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to stop speaking like you are reading a textbook, start using phrasal verbs in your English daily conversations and messaging communicatio...
210. I played this game and I was shocked what I found. “The mind has everything”
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people want to have amazing things in life, but their mind is corrupt, they are ungrateful for their current situation and they are not happy wit...
210. I played this game and I was shocked what I found. “The mind has everything”
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people want to have amazing things in life, but their mind is corrupt, they are ungrateful for their current situation and they are not happy wit...
209. Just shift your focus and everything in your life will improve 100 times
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people have it backwards. They deal with many problems that they can't control. That leads to all kinds of problems, failure, sadness and suf...
209. Just shift your focus and everything in your life will improve 100 times
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people have it backwards. They deal with many problems that they can't control. That leads to all kinds of problems, failure, sadness and sufferi...
208. In 25 minutes, you will learn how to TRULY listen and DEEPLY connect with others!!
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is about the ART OF LISTENING: how to make more friends, build better bonds and strengthen your relationships.Message me the chall...