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Oliver

My podcast is for all learners of the English language. I talk slowly and clearly about different themes. This podcast will help you to better understand English, increase your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation! Podcast episodes with subtitles are available on Youtube @UnderstandableEnglishPod

58 - How Do People Communicate in the UK? Communication Styles

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58 - How Do People Communicate in the UK? Communication Styles
How do people communicate in the UK? Let's find out! Today we are talking about different communication styles and focusing on indirect and direct communication.
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Mon, 29 Apr 2024 - 13min
57 - Habits & English Learning
How can you build a good English language learning routine? The book I talk about in this episode is called 'Atomic Habits', and today we will look at how to build realistic achievable English learning habits so that you continuously improve!
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 10min
56 - Are Audiobooks Better Than Reading?
Do you listen to audiobooks? How can they benefit us? Let's look at the topic and discuss!
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 10min
55 - Learning to Drive in the UK
Today we are looking at the process of learning to drive in the UK. How do you get your license? What is the process? Is it difficult? Let's find out!
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 12min
54 - Is Easter a Popular Holiday in the UK?
Is easter a popular holiday in the UK? What is it? How is it celebrated in the UK? Let's find out!

Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 10min
53 - Why Does The Time Change in the UK?
What is British summer time and why does the time change twice per year in the UK? (-1 hour in Spring, +1 hour in Autumn). Let's find out!
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Fri, 29 Mar 2024 - 11min
52 - How Seasons Affect Us
How do seasons affect us? They may affect you in more ways than you can imagine! Let's explore this. Today we will look at this article: https://www.bps.org.uk/psychologist/seasons-and-psyche and discuss the various ways that the changing seasons can affect us all.
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 10min
51 - Vocabulary - Learn New Words Quickly!
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Vocabulary is so important! Today we look at the difference between Passive and Active vocabulary and the top techniques for expanding/growing your vocabulary.
Sun, 10 Mar 2024 - 13min
50 - Motivation & Language Learning
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/ Today we are talking about one of the most important aspects of language learning - motivation! Is it important? How do we get it?
Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 11min
49 - Is Writing Important for Language Learning?
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/ Today we are talking about writing! Is it really important for English language learning? What are the benefits? And how can we practice it? Let's find out!
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 12min
48 - Spring - The Best Season?
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/ Today we are going to talk about a season that is fast approaching... spring! We will learn new words, phrases, and idioms related to spring.
Thu, 22 Feb 2024 - 12min
47 - 5 Easy Ways To Learn English
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/ In this episode we are talking about (in my opinion) the top 5 best and easiest ways to improve your English ability. Everyone is different and different ways of learning work best for each person. However, these are some of the most successful tips that I have seen work for many students of English.
Sat, 17 Feb 2024 - 11min
46 - Valentine's Day
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Today we are talking about the holiday of love! Let's find out how Valentine's started and ways that people celebrate it.
Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 10min
45 - Transport - Bicycles, Cars, Planes, and Trains!
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
What is your favourite type of transport? Today we look at some of the most popular types of transport and the advantages and disadvantages of each!
Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 15min
44 - Big Cities vs Small Towns
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/ Today we will discuss the differences between living in big cities and small towns/villages! There are advantages and disadvantages to both - and for each person an advantage or disadvantage could mean the opposite to them. If you would like to listen to these episodes while reading the subtitles in English, check out our Youtube channel 'Understandable English' (@UnderstandableEnglishPod).
Sat, 03 Feb 2024 - 12min
43 - Storms in the UK
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube! Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
This year we have already had 10 storms in the UK! What are they? Let's find out what storms are like here!

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 - 10min
42 - Famous British Inventions
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/

Today we are talking about some of the most famous inventions from the UK! We will learn what and invention is and some examples. What are some famous inventions from your country?
Thu, 25 Jan 2024 - 12min
41 - The "January Blues" - What are they and how do we beat them?
Podcast episodes with English subtitles for learning at @UnderstandableEnglishPod on Youtube!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/

In this episode we will talk about the January Blues, what they are, and how to feel better in Winter.
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 11min
40 - Is The UK Population Growing?
Today we are going to learn a little bit more about the population (the people) of the UK! Is the UK population getting smaller or growing? Do most people live in England? We will answer all of these questions today!
Fri, 12 May 2023 - 10min
39 - The Coronation of King Charles III
Today we are talking about the coronation of King Charles! What is it and what will happen? Let's find out!
Sat, 06 May 2023 - 13min
38 - Does it always rain in the UK?
Is the weather really so bad in the UK? Today we will answer this! Come with me and let's explore the British weather and all 4 of our seasons.

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 - 12min
37 - Easter - How do we celebrate it in the UK?
In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to talk about Easter, what it is, and how we celebrate it here in the UK. I hope you enjoy!
Tue, 11 Apr 2023 - 11min
36 - Cinema vs Streaming Services - Why I Love The Cinema
Today I talk about how the way that we consume/watch movies has changed. I share my thoughts and opinions on going to the cinema and why I love it so much!

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 - 10min
35 - Using ChatGPT (AI) To Learn English
In this episode we talk about how we can use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to learn English! In particular, we will look at ChatGPT, you can access it for free here: https://chat.openai.com/
Sat, 04 Mar 2023 - 10min
34 - English Language Immersion - How To Do It From Home!
You don't need to travel to an English-speaking country to immerse yourself in the language! In this episode, I talk about how you can do it from your own home - it has never been easier!
Mon, 27 Feb 2023 - 11min
33 - How To Overcome Your Fear Of Speaking & Making Mistakes
Do you get nervous about speaking English? Perhaps you want to speak perfectly and not make any mistakes? Don't worry! In this episode we talk about the simple ways to overcome (solve this problem) this!
Wed, 15 Feb 2023 - 11min
32 - Christmas and New Years in the UK
In this episode I talk about what Christmas and New Years is like in the UK!
Mon, 13 Feb 2023 - 20min
31 - Is Reading Important To Learn English?
Is Reading Important To Learn English? In this weeks episode we will look at how important reading is for learning English! Sometimes it can be great to put down the grammar book and relax...
Mon, 06 Feb 2023 - 10min
30 - My Favourite Countries in The World - Travel & Visiting New Places
Today we are going to be talking about my favourite countries in the world and why! We will be looking at travel, why it is good and important from us, and experiences in different countries.
Sat, 21 Jan 2023 - 10min
29 - Things You Should Know Before Moving To The UK
Today I talk about some of my top list of things that you should know before moving or visiting the UK! I hope this is interesting for you!
Fri, 13 Jan 2023 - 10min
28 - Where did I go? - My new job, future wife, and travels!
I'm back! Where did I go for the past 8 months? In this episode I update you all on the last year (lots of big news!) and talk about the future of the podcast!
Sat, 07 Jan 2023 - 09min
27 - Cultural differences between the UK & Russia!
Hey everyone! Today I am going to be talking about some of the cultural similarities and differences between the UK & Russia that I noticed during my time living in Russia. :)
Wed, 16 Mar 2022 - 15min
26 - What is the British Class system and does it still exist?
Today I talk about 'class' in the UK, what is it and does it still exist today?
Tue, 01 Feb 2022 - 12min
25 - Superstitions - What are they and are British people superstitious?
In this episode I talk about superstitions! What are they? Which ones are common in the UK? Are British people superstitious? Find out in this weeks episode!
Mon, 24 Jan 2022 - 12min
24 - Things every tourist should know before visiting the UK!
In this week's podcast, I'm taking a look at an article titled "15 things every visitor to the UK should know!". I discuss and explain some of the points and whether or not they really are the case in the UK!
Mon, 17 Jan 2022 - 15min
23 - New Year Resolutions & Things I'm thankful for in 2021
Today I talk about my New Year Resolutions for 2022 (What is a new year resolution, what mine are etc.) and what I am thankful for in 2021!
Mon, 10 Jan 2022 - 10min
22 - Christmas in the UK!
In this episode I talk about everything Christmas!!! I also explain how I will celebrate my first Christmas in Russia!
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 - 13min
21 - Is the UK really so expensive to live in?
Today we talk about 'cost of living'! Is the UK actually expensive to live in? Let's find out! I compare my experience living in both Moscow and 2 UK cities!
Thu, 07 Oct 2021 - 20min
20 - Let's Learn British Slang!
In this episode I teach you some of the most common British slang words! If you are new here and enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast so you don't miss future episodes!
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 - 11min
19 - Summer in the UK vs Summer in Moscow
Today we will discuss the UK summer weather and compare it to Moscow! We will also talk about some interesting facts about how British people react to cold weather!
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 - 13min
18 - Difficult Experiences & How They Help Our Language Learning
In this episode I talk about a difficult experience I had in Moscow and how it has unexpected benefits for my Russian learning!

Instagram and Tiktok: @englishwitholiver
Sat, 26 Jun 2021 - 13min
17 - I finally moved to Moscow!
In this episode I talk about the process of moving to Moscow and how it feels to be here again!
Thu, 27 May 2021 - 11min
16 - What is the best way to learn English?
In this episode I talk about some of my top tips and pieces of advice for studying English!
Tue, 16 Mar 2021 - 17min
15 - What is Brexit? Why did the UK leave the European Union?
In this episode I talk about the main reasons for why people voted for the UK to leave the European Union!
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 - 13min
12 - TikTok vs Instagram
I'M BACK! In this week's podcast I give a hugeeee update about what has happened the last few weeks! I then talk about TikTok and the opportunities there!
Sat, 05 Dec 2020 - 13min
11 - Why is tea so popular in the UK? Why do people drink it with milk?
Today's topic is TEA!!! We dive deep into the history of tea in the UK, understanding how the tea culture of the UK came to exist!
Sat, 07 Nov 2020 - 14min
10 - Technology, Social Media, and Digital Minimalism
Do you use your phone too much? In this podcast, I will talk about exactly that! We will learn what digital minimalism is and how it might be beneficial for you.
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 - 15min
9 - Life and Education in the UK
In this episode, we will be discussing life and education in the UK! I will talk about some differences between the UK and Russia (in terms of money etc) and then I will describe and explain the UK education system.

My new youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuP75JID_u5rqBAnv2KKTdA/
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 - 17min
8 - Halloween - What is it and is it popular in the UK?
Today we discuss the celebration of Halloween! Bobbing for apples, pumpkins, and trick or treating. We will discover how Halloween started and whether it is popular in the UK today!

Subscribe to the new English With Oliver youtube channel: https://bit.ly/3k8Nhcp so that you don't miss the first video!
Tue, 13 Oct 2020 - 15min
7 - Beer, British Food, Grandparents, and many more questions! - Q&A
In this week's episode, I answer your questions!
We talk about beer, British food, and much more. Remember, if you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to leave a review! It helps me out a lot. <3
Sun, 04 Oct 2020 - 19min
6 - Sleep - Struggles With Sleeping & Interesting Phenomena
In this episode, I begin by discussing an idea for next week's podcast, before continuing onto our topic of "Sleep".
At the end of the episode, I announce an exciting new project which will be coming in the near future!

Don't forget to send me your questions for next week's podcast!
Instagram: @englishwitholiver_
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 14min
5 - Work, Mental Health, And My Recent Trip To Russia!
In this episode, I talk about what has happened in the past month! I have since returned from Russia back to the UK and in this podcast, I reflect on how working too much can affect our mental health and also the importance of rest!!

As always my Instagram is: @englishwitholiver_, feel free to reach out to me and give your thoughts/suggestions for the podcast. I am always so happy to hear and respond to each and every one!
Thu, 17 Sep 2020 - 17min
4 - British Humour - What exactly is it?
Hey everyone! In this weeks episode, I will talk about British humour. We will discover different important features of British humour and how to survive them!

Please feel free to message my Instagram (@englishwitholiver_) with podcast topic suggestions and things which you would like to hear about.
Fri, 07 Aug 2020 - 13min
3 - British Politeness - What is it and why does it exist?
In this episode I talk about the culture of 'British politeness', why it may exist, what it is, and how things really are!
Wed, 22 Jul 2020 - 15min
2 - How Will the World Change After the Coronavirus Pandemic?
How will the world be changed after the coronavirus? This week I discuss a topic we probably all hate by now, the coronavirus pandemic!! We will discuss how it has affected different areas of society, how annoying it is, and even learn some new vocabulary!
If you haven't already, make sure to follow this podcast on whatever platform you are using so you don't miss a new episode. I would absolutely love it, if you also leave a review <3
Sat, 11 Jul 2020 - 13min
1 - What is this Podcast and Who am I?
Welcome to the understandable English podcast! (At the beginning I introduce the podcast in Russian, but the rest is in English, including the following episodes).
In this episode, I talk about why I created this podcast, who it is for, and a little bit about who I am and my life!
I hope you enjoy it! Please remember to follow the podcast and leave a review, it helps me so much!

My Instagram: @englishwitholiver_
Sat, 04 Jul 2020 - 10min

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