Ever wonder what the job finding adventure is like as a native in the states? Tune in as I answer: Is it a breeze to get a job as a native? What are the resources like? What is the process like?  How long does it take?  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Speaking American English Podcast

Episode 71: What Its Like Finding A Job In The States As A Native

Have you ever wondered why we sometimes use "will" or "going to" or even just the present continuous to talk about the future in English? Today, we'll look a little closer at all the different grammatical structures available for discussing the future.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 70: Let's Talk about the Future

Have you ever wondered what Americans thought of these foreign and not so foreign foods? Well I hone in on what most of us would think about these cultured foods. Some just sound gross! Some sound yummy! Get an inside scope of what we think of these foods so you won't get caught by surprise when you offer your new neighbor a homemade Trekking burger and they give you an unpleasant look!   Some of the foods are: Chip Butty Trekking Burger Tamago Gohan Dondurma Spaghettieis Fried Butter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 69: Would most Americans like these foreign dishes?

While you might think of McDonald's as America's best (or worst) culinary representative, the country's most distinctive food is found in the South and Midwest--barbecue. Originally inspired by native peoples' practices of cooking up whole animals over an open fire, it has evolved to high art and a source of pride for many cities and states. We'll look at some of the different kinds of barbecue and whet your appetite for more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 68: A Tour of the U.S. through Barbecue

The global pandemic has led many workers around the world to work from home and also to realize the potential of working in different cities than where their companies are based. But there has been a movement of people abandoning office life and their home countries altogether for going on two decades: digital nomads. Today we'll talk about the advantages and disadvantages of not having a home and working around the world. I'll also be sharing some insights from my own experience as one of these strange creatures!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 67: The Life of a Digital Nomad - Pros and Cons

In this episode we go over a HUGE cultural norm that will make every American uncomfortable if you bring it up! Listen to learn: My thoughts on why this is a stereotype? Does it make me feel uncomfortable? Have I witnessed it happen before? How common this is? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 66: Do Not Bring This Up To Americans!

It's a New Year and for many of us, a time to try to make some changes in our lives. However, lots of studies and practical experience tell us that most people don't follow through on the promises they made to themselves, whether it's losing weight, exercising more, or acquiring a new skill. In this episode, we'll talk about how you can create more permanent progress in your life through creating good habits--like studying English every day and listening to this podcast every week!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 65: Making (and Sticking to) New Year's Resolutions

Curious on what grocery shopping is like in the States? I'll give you an inside scoop on what it's like to get groceries in the U.S.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 64: Grocery Shopping In The U.S.

With Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day all upon us, Americans are eating and drinking all kinds of special things that relate to their family origins. We'll look at a few of these specialties and where they come from. Bring your appetite!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 63: What Americans Eat and Drink During the Holidays

This is my last episode of 2020! Roberts will officially be next week! Woohoo! Today we talked about some commonly used expressions to use when having a conversation in American English.  Summary: You may express your opinion or an idea by starting off your sentence by saying... Personally, I think that... In my opinion… Here’s what I think… Actually, I think that… I know how you feel I would love to run an idea by you You may express that you understood them by saying: I gotcha (slang) Saying things twice so like: Alright alright, mk mk, great great, cool cool I hear you Roger that (Someone may remember when the B1 Battle Droids say roger roger) Got it You betcha You may express agreement by saying: So good That’s perfect I know, right? Want the transcripts? Check out Speakingamericanenglishpodcast.com top learn more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 62: Common Expressions To Say When Having A Conversation.

Who would have thought there would be so many idioms with the word eyeball! Idioms we cover: Up to one’s eyeballs Up to one’s eyes Eyeball to eyeball Keep your eyes peeled Get an eyeball on (something) Eyeballing (something) Eyeballs out For more content check out Speakingamericanenglishpodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 61: Idioms with the word eye!

We go over the slight difference between "At the moment" and "for the moment". I also give my true opinion on why I think focusing on slight differences like these shouldn't be your priority.  ALSO, I speak about the new podcast episode transcript bundle and premium membership: https://www.speakingamericanenglishpodcast.com/plans-pricing Check out our new store for cool swag to buy for the holidays: https://teespring.com/stores/saep-76 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 60: Difference Between At And For The Moment

I'm going to dive into the best ways to get by when you draw a blank(forget) on a word during a conversation!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 59: Learning What To Do When You Draw A Blank On A Word Mid - Conversation

In this episode we will dig into the words that are mostly related to spanish words! As mentioned in the episode check out our website for a more advanced learning experience! Speakingamericanenglishpodcast.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 58: Words In English That Are Similar To Spanish

Learn about some of the famous U.S. politicians that can speak other languages. Interested in improving your language? Check out teachers that can help your achieve your goals at https://go.italki.com/speakingamericanenglish.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cody-marosz/support

Episode 57: U.S. Politicians That Speak Another Language

This podcast will be for helping those interested and learning American English. Designed to help you improve your listening and understanding, fluency, pronunciation, retainment of the language, and knowledge of the American English culture.