The InFluency Podcast

406. I'm so tired of PLANNING! (And other exciting updates) | My Relocation Diaries

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm talking about all the things that I'm currently planning. The thing is, since the moment I arrived in Spain, I haven't stopped PLANNING!...

405. The Impostor syndrome [Revisiting favorite episodes]

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the impostor syndrome, what it is, and how it affects non-native speakers of English. This is an episode I published 3 ye...

404. The Advantages of NOT being Fluent 😎 | My Relocation Diaries

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that speaking a language fluently has tons of advantages. Better communication! New friendships! Less misunderstandings! Life is easier wh...

403. 20 common English phrases to use when you're at a restaurant

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can I get that to go? Can I get the dressing on the side? There are tons of useful expressions to know when you go to a restaurant. Today, we're going...

402. I'm a student again! My experience in Spanish class | My Relocation Diaries

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I started taking Spanish classes, and as you can imagine, I have a LOT of thoughts. It's been a while since I was a student, and being on ...

401. Settling in & starting Spanish classes | My Relocation Diaries

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's been about 4 months since I've moved, and now I'm starting to feel like I've "settled in". Today I'll share updates about my Spanish, and some fu...

400. How to pronounce words like horror, mirror, error and more

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oh, the horror of pronouncing the word horror!! Today, I'm teaching you how to pronounce words that end in -RROR. Words like error, horror, mirror and...

399. The first visit back home | My Relocation Diaries

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last week, we visited our family and friends back home. Today, I'll share about how it was to return home, the way I tried to maximize our time there,...

398. Practice connected speech in these 25 daily phrases

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we'll practice connected speech in 25 of some of the most common, daily expressions that you can use in your everyday conversation...

397. Lessons learned from 1 million subscribers on YouTube 🥹

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I hit a million followers on YouTube! Today, I want to share some of the lessons I've learned over the past several years, with hundreds of videos la...

396. The refrigerator story | My Relocation Diaries

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've been promising I'd tell you this story for several weeks now…and I won't hold you in suspense any longer. Here's the story of my refrigerator,...

395. Sick | My Relocation Diaries

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I got really sick. In this episode I talk about why it was different to be sick in a different country, what was the hardest thing for me, and the fun...

394. The 5 Most Common Words in English and How to (Actually) Pronounce Them

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know the 5 most common words in English? Are you actually pronouncing them the RIGHT WAY? You might be surprised! Tune in to this episode to le...

393. Roller coaster of emotions🎢 and things I love about this city ❤️ | My Relocation Diaries

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Relocating can bring up all kinds of emotions – happiness, sadness, loneliness, hopefulness…and sometimes all of the emotions can all happen at on...

392. Do you feel Fake in English?

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sign up for my FREE live class: https://bit.ly/3U0xuk9 Do you ever feel fake in English, especially when it comes to pronunciation? This is something ...

391. My journey to becoming a Life Coach | My Relocation Diaries

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of My Relocation Diaries, I share an update with you about my journey to getting certified as a Life Coach through The Life Coach S...

390. How to pronounce words like audio, awesome, awful | English Spelling Patterns

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know there's not actually a U sound in words like audio and author? It's true! In this episode, I'll show you how to pronounce words that have...

389. Making Friends 🫶🏽 | My Relocation Diaries

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about friendships. I will take you through what friendships looked like for me before I moved here, what has changed, and how I...

388. How to (politely) disagree with someone: Useful phrases

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever needed to disagree with someone in English, but weren't sure how exactly to say it? In this episode, I'll share with you several differe...

387. Spanish and Me ❤️‍🩹 – my experience learning another language | My Relocation Diaries

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm starting to share my humble experience learning Spanish living in Barcelona, and trying to understand others and get by. It's not as easy a...

386. Pronounce this suffix right every time (-ally)

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Practice pronunciation with me! Suffixes in English often change the pronunciation and stress on a word, which can make guessing the right pronunciati...

385. A day in my life – productivity, managing work & balancing family | My Relocation Diaries

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If moving to a new country does anything, it definitely shakes up your daily routine. In this episode, I'll talk about how I'm balancing productivity,...

384. Business English Communication – How to Succeed in Conversations with Lindsay McMahon

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to improve your communication skills in professional environments in English? That's exactly what we're talking about today with Lindsay f...

383. The biggest risk I've ever taken | My Relocation Diaries

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing with you the CRAZIEST thing I've ever done and how I moved my entire family to Spain…before even knowing if I would receive the vi...

382. Will learning another language mess up your English? 🫣

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're a passionate polyglot, or you have to learn several languages out of necessity, you might have wondered if learning more than one langu...

381. Little pieces of confidence | My Relocation Diaries

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Moving to a new country can be scary, and you need to build a new sense of confidence in this new place. I realized that the only way for me to overco...

380. Relocation Diaries: So…I moved to Barcelona 🤯😍 [NEW SERIES]

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Guess what!? I moved! In January, 2024, my family and I packed up and moved to Barcelona. A new country, new language(s), and many, many challenges. T...

379. Using Tag Questions the Right Way – English Pronunciation

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tag questions in English can be tricky, can't they? In today's lesson, we'll talk about how to pronounce tag questions in English so you can use them ...

378. Succeed in IELTS speaking with these tips

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I had the honor of interviewing Keith from English Speaking Success, where he shared his experience and best tips and tricks for helping student...

377. 15 words my students HATE to say (and how to pronounce them!)

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are the hardest words to pronounce in English? Don't take it from me! I asked this question to my students and here's what they said. What Englis...

376. How to stop avoiding conversations and start conquering them – an interview with my student, Daniela

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to overcome your fear in English and express yourself freely and completely? In this episode I interview my student, Daniela Vašink...

375. Start practicing English consistently with these steps

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You know you should practice your English, but it can feel overwhelming not knowing where to begin, what to study, or how to do it effectively. Today ...

374. How to REALLY set English goals you will achieve in 2024 (+ a special invitation!)

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join the 7-Day Start Strong Challenge for free: https://bit.ly/41XW8UM How can you actually set goals that you are excited about and that you'll comm...

373. Can listening to different accents RUIN your pronunciation?

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought that listening to different accents might confuse you or slow down your progress in English? This is a concern that I've heard a...

372. 3 strategies that will help you stop translating and start thinking in English!

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to begin thinking in English more? Naturally, it can be challenging to switch from thinking in your native language to English. But today,...

371. 10 Common Words in Medicine and How to Pronounce Them

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anesthesia, syringe, malignant tumor…so many words that look intimidating in medicine, but are essential to know! In today's episode, I'll share 10 ...

370. How to pronounce "has to", "have to" and "had to" in connected speech

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We use "has to", "have to" and "had to" all the time when we speak, but did you know that something interesting happens to them in connected speech? F...

369. 3 types of English mistakes and how they HELP your fluency

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've heard that making mistakes are bad…but what if I told you that making mistakes can actually improve your English and get you closer to your f...

368. The different ways to pronounce O in English

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hot, work, photo, who…these words all have the letter 'O' in them, but each O is pronounced completely different! In this lesson, I'll teach you the...

367. Pronunciation Q&A with me: Answering your questions

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for a Q&A with me? I'm answering all questions about pronunciation. Here's a sneak peek of what we cover in today's episode: Words with -er at ...

366. Unconventional and effective ways to improve your English FAST

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking for a different approach to becoming more fluent in English? There are a lot of tips and resources out there for how to improve your s...

365. How to pronounce P/T/K in words

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're going to talk about the H, and talk about what happens to the T, K and P's at the beginning of words (hint, it has to do with H'...

364. The method I use to teach pronunciation (Pronunciation & Productivity tips inside!)

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm showing you the ins and outs of the exact method I use to teach pronunciation to my students, and how you can use the same method...

363. How the 80/20 principle will help you improve your English

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'll share how to use the 80/20 principle and apply it to your English practice. Join my free speaking community – The InFluency Co...

362. What to do when you get stuck while speaking

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you sometimes get stuck in conversations, looking for the right word but you just can't find it? It can ruin your flow, and your confidence when co...

361. Mindset Talk: Tap into your full potential

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What would it feel like to speak English with your full potential? In our final episode of this mini-series, this mindset talk is all about overcoming...

360. Effectively practice the 5 Diphthongs of American English

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you pronounce the difference between sell and sale or want and won't? In today's episode, we're talking about how to effectively pronounce the 5 d...

359. Mindset Talk: Setting yourself up for success

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your environment has a BIG impact on setting yourself up for English success. This mindset episode will show you how to create the right environment t...

358. Do you really need feedback to improve? The answer might surprise you

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need feedback to improve your English? You might think that the ONLY way to improve is to have a teacher or person that can give you feedback a...

357. Mindset Talk: Feeling Fake

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel fake in English? This episode will focus on what to do when you feel fake in English. Whether that's fearing what others will think, ...

356. Avoid these mistakes if you want to grow your vocabulary!

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want a bigger vocabulary? Of course! Who doesn't? But there are many methods out there that might be harming you instead of helping. If you've ...

355. Mindset Talk: Dealing with Criticism

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever dealt with criticism or unsolicited comments about your accent or your English? In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be t...

354. 6 English Success Stories That Will Inspire You

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I love success stories. Especially when I see someone who I identify with achieving the things I want to achieve in life. That's why I'm so excited to...

353. Mindset Talk: How to Get Unstuck

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected. Today's episod...

352. Advantages vs. Disadvantages of learning on your own

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are the advantages and disadvantages of learning on your own? There are so many benefits to learning on your own, especially now that we have acc...

351. Mindset Talk: Managing your thoughts about your accent

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected. Today's episod...

350. Practice your English with Barbie – America Ferrera's Monologue

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you seen the movie Barbie? Recently, I went to the theater to watch it with my mom and sister, and immediately knew I HAD to make a video about i...

349. A story of resilience and persistence #immigrant_experience

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build confidence in a language and country that you weren't born into? In today's episode, I'm interviewing my student Zoraida Cr...

348. How to get started learning pronunciation

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With so many videos, lessons and information out there, how do you know WHERE to get started learning pronunciation? In this episode, I'll take you st...

347. Mindset Talk: How to Find Motivation

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected. Today's episod...

346. Vowel Practice with American English Vowels

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between sheep-ship, pool-pull and bus-boss? There are so many words in English where the difference between the words are small,...

345. Interview with my student Fred Silva

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I love getting to interview my New Sound students! Fred is an entrepreneur and hosts his own podcast for English learners where he interviews others ...

344. Jokes in English, explained

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jokes in English, they're not always easy to understand Humor can be tricky to master in a different language. There are a lot of cultural references...

343. The Music of English: Interview with Jason R. Levine

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How does English, intonation, rhythm and rap combine into one interview? You'll just have to watch today's episode to find out! I'm interviewing Jason...

342. Never confuse these vowels again! Sheep vs. Ship Explanation

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between sheep-ship, beat-bit, leave-live, sheet-sh and beach-b…you know what I mean! In this episode, I'm going to explain the...

341. Pronunciation & Inspiration with Sim Ahmadu

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I speak with coach and ESL teacher Sim Ahmadu about her journey from growing up in a small village without any knowledge of English, ...

340. How To Use Your Voice To Get What You Want | Interview With Author Samara Bay 🔥

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is an interview you DON'T want to miss. The incredible author, speech coach and dear friend of mine, Samara Bay, is back on my channel, this time...

339. Breathing Exercises to Reduce Stress and Improve Speaking Skills with Ori Keren

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with yoga and breathing coach Ori Keren. Ori has developed a way to reduce stress using yoga, breathing, movement, and mindful...

338. Do you sound rude in English? Try doing this

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been told that you sound "rude" in English, or maybe you just feel like you're lacking the same expression in your voice like you do in ...

337. Different Levels in the Classroom with Bruno Miceli

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with English teacher Bruno Miceli about learning and teaching in a multilevel classroom, how to make our learning more effecti...

336. How to become a better English Speaker (without saying a word!)

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it hard to keep a conversation going in English, or do you ever just feel like you aren't as good of a communicator as you'd like to be? In this ep...

335. Amplify Your Voice with Mary Chan

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk to podcast strategist, voice coach, and voice over artist, Mary Chan, about how to use your voice to share your message in an ...

334. Simplify your pronunciation with these English tricks

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Download your FREE practice sheet with all 11 hacks: https://bit.ly/3ObdNDq There are many tricky things about English, we all know that. But did y...

333. Culture, Identity, and Language with English Teachers Chris & Nick

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with English teachers Chris and Nick about the intersection of language, culture, and identity, and how all of that relates to...

332. How to stop REPEATING yourself, ORGANIZE your thoughts, and speak TO THE POINT

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel it's hard to stay organized, get to the point and stay concise when speaking? You're not alone! In fact, I decided to make this episode be...

331. 3 Things Successful English Learners Do Differently

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What makes someone successful in English? Are you struggling to see progress on your journey? Today, I'm sharing 3 traits I believe are essential if y...

330. Why can't I use the right pronunciation when I talk to someone? TRY THIS

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever studied pronunciation, you know how challenging it can be to actually USE it in a conversation with someone! Sometimes, it feels like a...

329. Why is it so hard to be funny in a second language? (and other fun things) with Luke from Luke's English Podcast

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm thrilled to share with you my interview with Luke Thompson from Luke's English Podcast! You might know Luke's English Podcast, after all, he...

328. How You Think About Your English Affects Your Fluency

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I address the way our thoughts affect our performance in a second language, and why you need to change your thoughts if you want to i...

327. How to understand Fast English (plus a quiz!)

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you sometimes have trouble understanding people when they speak fast in English? When learning and speaking a second language, one of the biggest c...

326. Behind the Scenes with "The Ladies of English" Jelena, Marcela, and Daniela

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Daniela, Jelena, and Marcela, three amazing English coaches, who were also my students. They talk about their journey as ...

325. The BEST WAY to Remember Vocabulary, Sounds, and Grammar | 10 minutes a day

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You wouldn't believe what 10 minutes of THIS PRACTICE would do to your English! Get 3 more Sprints & Scripts for FREE: https://bit.ly/43pCotf Level u...

324. Q&A: You asked, I answered! Answering my audience's questions

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I answer different questions about confidence, voice, fluency and language learning from my followers. This episode was originally pu...

323. How to pronounce ENVIRONMENT (there's more than one way!)

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm showing you the different ways you can pronounce the word ENVIRONMENT. Check out these other lessons to keep practicing your p...

322. Will Shadowing Make Me Fluent? #AskHadar

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chiara from Italy asks: Is shadowing enough to make me fluent? Today I'll share my thoughts about shadowing, and the impact it has on your fluency. Do...

321. Why is it hard to express your anger in English? (Plus 3 techniques)

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Practice your anger with me in this episode! It can be hard to express anger with our voice, especially in a second language. But today I want to show...

320. Live Accent Coaching 1:1 – Listen to me work with 5 different students! – Part 2

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, (part 2 of 2), I share with you the last half of my coaching call, where I work with three more students 1:1 and talk with them about...

319. Six things I would do differently if I started learning English in 2023

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

  If I began learning English starting TODAY, this is what I would do! In this episode, I'm sharing with you the top tools I would use if I started l...

318. Live Accent Coaching 1:1 – Listen to me work with 5 different students! – Part 1

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, (part 1 of 2), you'll get to hear me as I work 1:1 with two of my students and talk with them about their challenges and training pro...

317. Shadowing English Practice with Ana de Armas (SNL monologue + script)

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Download the free PDF to practice your shadowing and see the full transcript: https://bit.ly/3NN1cq9 In this episode, shadow a scene with me by the Cu...

316. From ZERO English to Teaching Success: Interview with Mariana Plesco from DLanguages

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I had the opportunity to interview a fellow English teacher, Mariana Plesco from DLanguages. Mariana is originally from Moldova, and n...

315. 3 crazy simple (daily) habits that will transform your English and your life

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The way you THINK about your English has a big impact on how you SPEAK! In this video, I'm sharing my 3 favorite daily habits that will transform your...

314. EASY in Class, HARD in real life – The reality of Learning English #AskHadar

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join my 30-day mindset training and transform the way you feel and think about your English: https://bit.ly/3VdK0eW "Why is English easier in class, ...

313. I asked 30K students what words they confused the most, here's what they said

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The most confusing word pairs EVER! If you've been speaking English for a while, you probably know how complicated the spelling can be. But how about ...

312. Equality in English Teaching with Marek Kiczkowiak

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Marek Kiczkowiak about native speakerism in the ELT (English Language Teaching) industry and how it promotes discriminati...

311. Can't understand TV and Movies without subtitles? Here's WHY

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you understand most everything when you watch your favorite YouTuber, or have a conversation with others in English, but when yo...

310. The Secrets of TED Speakers with Helena Bowen

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with public speaking coach Helena Bowen about the work she does with TED speakers and how she helps them deliver a compelling ...

309. How to memorize a text in English

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Memorizing a text can be really useful for your English practice! It can help you learn words in context, new grammar structures and help you use your...

308. Real Stories About What's Possible | Interview with Ibrahim

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

My students and community members are truly inspiring. In these What's Possible episodes, I'll have a conversation with them about their journey, and ...

307. How to pronounce the days of the week in English

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another Tuesday episode By the way, do you say TYOOZ-day or TOOZ-day? If you're not sure how to pronounce it, this episode is for you. Joi...