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Subscribe to my E-newsletter 'The Sledgehammer' to get my free book. Find out how to improve your English online! Welcome to the third episode of What the 'Beep' do you know about learning English? This podcast is for intermediate to advanced learners of English. Some teachers might find it interesting too. The podcast aims to provide different perspectives on learning English and at the same time develop our listeners' language skills. In this episode, we talk with Jamie Keddie: Master Storyteller. He is well known in the world of English language teaching. He has published books such as 'Bringing Online Video into the Classroom' and 'Videotelling: YouTube Stories for the Classroom'. His current project is 'The Fishbowl' a storytelling membership for teachers. 'The Fishbowl' revolves around the fact that story and language are inseparable. In the interview we talk about how Duolingo is evil, the dangers of watching English films without subtitles, and an idiomatic expression that includes a haircut and some poo! The podcast is divided into five parts: 1) What Beep do you know about Teaching/Learning English? In this segment, we get to know our guests' teacher origin story. How they became a teacher and what they know about teaching English. 2) Study Tip of the Iceberg In this segment, our guests give their number one language learning tip. 3) Language Unmasked We look at our guests' own experiences of learning a second language. Taking in their embarrassing moments and favourite expressions in their second language. 4) It's Raining Idioms and Swear Words We discuss in detail one English idiomatic expression or swear word - from history to how to use it in real life situations. 5) In the Red Room Your chance to guess our bonus English expression and win a prize! Visit English Riot to download the Study Notes for Episode 3. These notes will help you understand key expressions from this episode and give you some tips about developing your listening skills. Also, the bonus expression from Episode 2 is explained at the bottom of the notes. Remember leave an audio comment or question for your chance to win a prize. Start rioting today!