Pronunciation with Emma Podcast

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  Why do Brits shorten every word? (choccy, cuppa, biccy, brekkie??) 05.08.2026 33min

  Have you ever wondered why Brits sometimes shorten words like "choccy" for chocolate and "cuppa" for cup of tea? In this episode, you'll learn exactly why Brits do this and how you can start to shorten words just like native British English speakers do. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian speakers' group 🇪🇸Join the Spanish speakers' group Email emma@pronunciationwithemma.com for more info Foll...
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  🇪🇸 20 Pronunciation Mistakes Spanish Speakers Make in English 23.07.2026 1h 15min

  Join the 12-week live group British English pronunciation coaching course: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/online-british-english-pronunciation-course-for-spanish-speakers In this episode I talk about 20 pronunciation problems that native Spanish speakers have with English pronunciation and the typical mistakes that they make due to Spanish interferences. I also talk about different Spanish accents and the advantages that you may have due to the type of Spanish you speak. GROUP CO...
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  🇮🇹 20 Pronunciation Mistakes Italian Speakers Make in English 21.07.2026 1h 6min

  Join the 12-week live group British English pronunciation coaching course: https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/online-british-english-pronunciation-course-for-italians In this episode I talk about 20 pronunciation problems that native Italian speakers have with English pronunciation and the typical mistakes that they make due to Italian interferences. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian ...
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  An important life update and my adventures around Mexico 19.07.2026 1h 9min

  I haven't posted a podcast episode in a long time, so in this episode I tell you a little about why that is and talk about my amazing trip around Mexico, including the things I loved... and the things I didn't love so much. Brand new British pronunciation group courses are coming very soon for Italian and Spanish native speakers. Join the waitlist and get priority access (only 10 places available): Italian speakers: https://pronunciationwithemma.kit.com/ac4ff144a9 Spanish speakers:&nbsp...
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  You're losing out on so many opportunities in life because of your accent 26.11.2025 54min

  Save 50% this Black Friday on Emma's Pronunciation Hub! https://courses.pronunciationwithemma.com/blackfriday2025-emmas-pronunciation-hub In this week's episode we look as mindset around investing into English pronunciation coaching. Perhaps you sit there thinking "it's too expensive", "I don't have time", or "what if it doesn't work and I've wasted all this money?". I'm going to shift your mentality so you start feeling more confidence in investing your money, time, and energy into yourself ...
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  The secret "W" and "Y" sounds native speakers always use (connected speech) 12.11.2025 23min

  In this English pronunciation lesson, we look more into connected speech and how the sounds /w/ and /j/ (y) are used to link vowels together. Learning about intrusive sounds in connected speech will help you improve your English pronunciation and rhythm, as well as understand fast speech and native English speakers much more easily. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian speakers' group 🇪🇸Join the Spani...
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  The Linking and Intrusive R: The way that native speakers are secretly connecting their words 29.10.2025 31min

  In this week's English pronunciation lesson, you're going to learn about the Linking R and Intrusive R. You'll look at what's the difference, when to use the Linking and Intrusive R, and become familiar with connected speech in English — so you can start connecting your words and sentences together more smoothly. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian speakers' group 🇪🇸Join the Spanish speakers' group E...
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  Emma’s Pronunciation Hub Is Closing Soon + Q&A About Life in Spain 18.09.2025 41min

  🚨 Last Chance to Join Emma's Pronunciation Hub Before Doors Close (21st September) 🚨 Click here to join The Hub now This week's episode is a must-listen if you've been thinking about finally improving your British English pronunciation. I'm closing the doors to my 6-month course, Emma's Pronunciation Hub, this Sunday — and they won't reopen until November/December. Why? Because I'm working on a huge update: over 300 brand-new practice activities, fresh video lessons, and more live workshops d...
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  Why Does “of” Sound So Soft? How to Pronounce “of” in Natural English 10.09.2025 23min

  Ever wondered why "of" seems to disappear and sound so "soft" when native speakers are talking quickly? In this episode so you'll learn why and how to soften the word "of" so you can sound more natural when you speak in English as well as understand rapid speech much more easily! ⭐️ Interested in improving your English pronunciation and accent? Drop me an email at emma@pronunciationwithemma.com or visit www.pronunciationwithemma.com for more details. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British E...
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  Philosophies I Live By 03.09.2025 1h 26min

  ⭐️ The doors are open for you to start 1:1 pronunciation coaching THIS September → Email me at emma@pronunciationwithemma.com for more information. This episode is more personal. I share some key philosophies that I live by in life to help you reflect on your own as well as improve your advanced English listening skills. Feel free to share your beliefs with me and if any of these resonated with you too. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish a...
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  How to Get Rid of Your Native Language and Accent When You Speak English 28.08.2025 56min

  In this lesson, I'll be talking about some serious mindset shifts you should make regarding the effects that your native language has on your English accent and pronunciation. We'll talk about reasons why you should and shouldn't focus on achieving a native-like English accent, as well as how shifting your focusing to "clarity" instead of "native-like" can make your life and learning journey so much less stressful. ⭐️ The doors are open for you to start 1:1 pronunciation coaching THIS Septemb...
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  How to Pronounce English Words Correctly the FIRST TIME 20.08.2025 1h 1min

  ⭐️ The doors are open for you to start 1:1 pronunciation coaching THIS September → Email me at emma@pronunciationwithemma.com for more information. In this lesson, you'll learn everything you need to know so you can pronounce English words correctly the first time. You'll learn the rules of English pronunciation as well as my proven 3-step method to learn and remember the pronunciation of new English words. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spani...
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  Why Does "U" Sound Different in the North of England? /ʌ/ vs /ʊ/ 06.08.2025 16min

  In this lesson you'll learn why the "U" sound is different in the north and south of England. You'll also learn about some other key differences between northern and southern English accents to help you improve your understanding of different British accents. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian speakers' group 🇪🇸Join the Spanish speakers' group Email emma@pronunciationwithemma.com for more info Foll...
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  Is it "antee" or "antay"? How to pronounce "anti" correctly? 31.07.2025 13min

  In this short lesson I share some exciting updates coming to Emma's Pronunciation Hub in September (over 300 new activities and lesson!! 🥳🙌). I also show you how to correctly pronounce "anti" – whether it should be "antee" or "antay". GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian speakers' group 🇪🇸Join the Spanish speakers' group Email emma@pronunciationwithemma.com for more info Follow me YouTube: www.youtub...
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  How to Never Go Blank in High-Pressure Situations at Work (Ft. The Business English Podcast) 16.07.2025 49min

  Do you sometimes go blank in meetings? Do you sometimes forget your pronunciation while you're speaking because you're focusing so much on the grammar and vocabulary? In this episode with Rob, from The Business English Podcast, we talk about useful techniques that professionals use to stop going blank during conversation. You'll also learn the tricks to maintain clear pronunciation, even when in high-pressure situations. Listen to Rob's podcast episode with me here: Spotify and Apple Podcasts...
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  Breaking Through Pronunciation Plateaus: Why We Struggle and How to Overcome It 18.06.2025 48min

  SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 New 1:1 British English Pronunciation Coaching Programme is now open for applications! If you’ve been stuck for months (or years!) feeling like your pronunciation just won’t improve — even though your grammar and vocabulary are strong — this is the sign you’ve been waiting for. My 10-week coaching programme is designed to help you finally break through that plateau with personalised lessons and expert support every step of the way – all in only 10 weeks. Limited s...
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  The Power of Clear Pronunciation: How Small Changes Can Boost Your Confidence 11.06.2025 38min

  SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 New 1:1 British English Pronunciation Coaching Programme is now open for applications! This is your chance to finally fix the pronunciation issues that are holding you back from other people fully understanding you — with personalised feedback, a personalised structured 10-week plan, and direct coaching from me and my team. If you're tired of feeling embarrassed, misunderstood, or simply not taken seriously when you speak English, this programme is for you. Limited spot...
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  How to be more British: Strange Things Brits Do That You've Never Noticed (Ft. The British English Podcast) 28.05.2025 55min

  📄👉🏻 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE English Pronunciation Pack and get started with English pronunciation: https://pronunciationwithemma.kit.com/4fbd29bc3e 🎙️ Listen to my episode with Charlie here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3suPPZ2xQO1tl0Nc0Ecdmi?si=96393028735b42e6&nd=1&dlsi=9731a83725dd4830 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-e14-how-to-be-more-british-strange-things-brits/id1566578152?i=1000710194517 In this fun episode with Charlie from 'The British Englis...
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  STOP BEING RUDE IN ENGLISH! How to Stop Sounding Rude in English (rerun) 14.05.2025 1h 16min

  📄👉🏻 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE English Pronunciation Pack and get started with English pronunciation: https://pronunciationwithemma.kit.com/4fbd29bc3e Tired of sounding blunt or accidentally rude in English? In this rerun episode, I share practical tips to help you soften your language, use polite expressions and tones, as well as navigate everyday conversations with ease. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Spanish and Italian speakers: 🇮🇹Join the Italian...
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  How to Sound Like a Native English Speaker (rerun) 07.05.2025 38min

  📄👉🏻 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE English Pronunciation Pack and get started with English pronunciation: https://pronunciationwithemma.kit.com/4fbd29bc3e Ever wondered what it actually means to "sound like a native speaker", and why it's such a common goal for many language learners? In this special rerun episode, we challenge popular assumptions and help you rethink what truly matters in your English learning journey. GROUP COURSE ENROLMENT — OPEN! 🎉 British English group pronunciation courses for Span...