Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

Bree Aesie

Learn real English with true stories, told by people from all over the world. Into the Story is an English learning podcast for intermediate (B1) to advanced learners (C1). Become more fluent in a fun and natural way. Our method is scientifically proven—when you immerse yourself in a story, you understand and remember vocabulary more easily. Each episode comes with a transcript, vocabulary list, quiz, and additional information on our interesting and inspiring storytellers. Find it all at acingles.com/podcast. Happy listening! read less
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#49 | Chef Clive Travels the World
03-10-2023
#49 | Chef Clive Travels the World
Clive tells his story of opening businesses in different countries, working as a chef on private jets and yachts, in a search for new experiences and human connection. Level:  Upper-intermediate Accent: Canada 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO TALK YOURSELF / YOUR WAY INTO SOMETHING: convincing yourself to do something or getting someone to give you a chance or access to something. - PINNACLE: the highest point or peak of something, often used to describe achieving success or excellence. - TO RIP APART: This means to completely dismantle and reconstruct something, often referring to buildings or structures. - RELENTLESS: Relentless describes something that is continuous, persistent, or unyielding in its effort or pursuit. - TO BELONG / TO LAY ROOTS SOMEWHERE:  To belong means feeling like you are a part of a particular group, place, or community where you fit in and are accepted. To lay roots somewhere means making a place your home and investing time and effort in it to build connections and a sense of belonging. Episode Links:  Find out more about Chef Clive @chefclivecafe⁠ Enjoyed today's episode? Share it with a friend improving their English! Thanks for being a part of our community. 💛 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message
A Long Trip Home (Rebroadcast)
22-08-2023
A Long Trip Home (Rebroadcast)
Keena makes a long trip home after spending the summer in Greece. This episode originally aired April 2021.Level:  upper intermediateAccent: North American (Canada)5 words and expressions in today's story:- FANNY PACK: A small bag or pouch with a strap, typically worn around the waist, used for carrying personal items. In British English, it's known as a "bum bag." Example: "She kept her keys and phone in her fanny pack while hiking." -STASH: A hidden or secret supply of something. Example: "She had a stash of snacks in her desk drawer for when get got hungry." - TO GET RID OF SOMETHING: To dispose of something, eliminate, or remove. Example: "I need to get rid of these old clothes that no longer fit."- TO PICK AT YOUR FOOD: To eat small amounts of food without much appetite or enthusiasm. Example: "When she's nervous, she tends to pick at her food rather than eating a full meal." - TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF: To make the most of an opportunity or situation. Can be used positively or negatively. Example: "He decided to take advantage of the holiday to visit his family." / "She took advantage of his kindness to manipulate him."Do you want to take your English to the next level? CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL LEARNING MATERIALS, INCLUDING TRANSCRIPT, COMPREHENSION EXERCISES AND OTHER GOODIES!If you like Into the Story, share it now with one friend who needs help with their English. Thanks for being a part of the Into the Story community! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message
#46 | Finding Your Purpose (with Alicia Marie)
08-08-2023
#46 | Finding Your Purpose (with Alicia Marie)
Alicia was sick with cancer, for the second time, and she made a decision: if she could find one person a day to talk to, then she knew she could survive. Level:  intermediate Accent: United States (Texas) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO PULL YOURSELF OUT OF SOMETHING means to remove oneself from a difficult or undesirable situation. It is like freeing yourself from a problem or challenge. - TO STRIKE UP A CONVERSATION WITH SOMEONE means to start a conversation in a friendly or informal manner, often with someone you don't know well or have just met. - TO HEAL, TO BE HEALED, TO BE HEALING are related to the process of recovering from an injury, illness, or emotional distress. - A LIFELINE refers to a person or thing that provides crucial help or support in difficult or desperate situations. - A PURPOSE / A CALLING refers to a sense of meaning or direction in life, a reason for existence, or a strong conviction that drives someone to pursue specific goals or fulfill a particular role. Episode Links:  Find out more about Alicia Marie at peoplebizinc.com Enjoyed today's episode? Share it with a friend improving their English! Thanks for being a part of our community. 💛 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message
#44 | Olympic Weightlifting Champion (with Laura Eiman)
11-07-2023
#44 | Olympic Weightlifting Champion (with Laura Eiman)
Laura Eiman tells us about her amazing journey to become a champion in Olympic Weightlifting when she was 63 years old. Level:  High-intermediate Accent: United States (Boston) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - WANDER OVER: means to casually or aimlessly walk or move to a specific location without a clear purpose or direction. It implies a relaxed and unhurried movement.  - MENTAL TOUGHNESS This is an important concept in today’s story. Mental toughness means being able to stay strong and positive even when things are difficult. It's about not giving up easily and believing in yourself, even when things don't go the way you want them to. For example: - TO BINGE ON:  to consume—eat or drink—or do something excessively or in large quantities within a short period of time. It is often used when referring to food, TV shows, or activities. - A BARBELL: weightlifting equipment consisting of a long metal bar with weights attached to each end. It is commonly used for strength training. - TO BLOW AN OPPORTUNITY: to miss or squander a chance or possibility to achieve something or be successful because of your own actions or mistakes. It implies making a significant error or failing to take advantage of a favorable situation.  Episode links: Find out more about Laura Eiman at lauraeiman.com Enjoyed today's episode? Share it with a friend improving their English! Thanks for being a part of our community. 💛 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message
#41 | Climbing Mount Everest Part 1 (with Laurie Skreslet)
30-05-2023
#41 | Climbing Mount Everest Part 1 (with Laurie Skreslet)
In 1982, Laurie Skreslet attempted to climb Mount Everest. He shares his thrilling adventure with a team of Canadians and Sherpas, facing dangerous avalanches, the closure of the only route up the mountain, and a life-changing moment. Level: Advanced Accent: Canadian   🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get the FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO IGNITE: to start something, either literally by starting a fire or figuratively by sparking an idea or feeling, as Laurie discusses igniting a passion for climbing. - LITTLE DID I KNOW: expresses discovering or experiencing something unexpectedly, often referring to unexpected consequences. For instance, loving a food you thought you would hate or finding a test more difficult than expected. - DIVING BOARD: is a platform used for jumping off into a pool, commonly used in the sport of diving. - LEAP: refers to a big jump, like a cat jumping from a table to the ground, or a sudden change, such as starting a business after years of working in the same job. - TO GIVE IN: means to agree or surrender to something you didn't want to do, while "to give up" means to stop doing something or quit trying. Episode Links:  Find out more about Laurie Skreslet at ⁠laurieskreslet.ca⁠ Enjoyed today's episode? Share it with a friend improving their English! Thanks for being a part of our community. 💛 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message