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Hello everyone and welcome back to Podcast and Chill, where learning English is simple and enjoyable.
I'm Leo.
Hello, Leo.
Hello, everyone.
It's wonderful to be here.
Hi, Gwen.
How are you today?
I'm doing fantastic, thank you.
And you?
You seem very energetic today.
I am very energetic.
I'm excited about our topic today.
Oh, yes.
It's a really good topic.
Very useful.
Yes, exactly.
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Okay, so, Gwen, are you ready?
I am ready.
So, what is our topic today?
Today, our topic is, tell me about yourself.
Ah, a very common question.
People ask this everywhere.
In a new class, at a new job, when you meet new people.
It's true, and sometimes it's difficult to know what to say.
Yes.
So today we will talk about it.
We will make it simple and enjoyable.
Before we begin, let's get ready in the right way.
Sit down and take a deep breath.
Feel relaxed and confident for learning.
Think of this hour as your special time.
It's only for you and your English.
Don't worry about mistakes.
Mistakes are normal.
Mistakes are good.
They show that you are trying and trying means progress.
Don't worry if your pronunciation is not perfect.
It will get better little by little.
Don't worry if you speak slowly.
Speed will come later.
Right now, focus on being clear.
Choose a good place to sit.
A quiet room is best, but if not, just use what you have.
You can sit in a chair with a straight back.
You can sit on the sofa.
You can even lie down on your bed if that feels comfortable.
The goal is to feel calm and free from stress.
Now, let's talk about how we will practice together.
First, listen carefully.
Give your full attention to the sound of English.
Then, repeat the sentences after us.
Say them out loud not only in your head.
Your mouth, your tongue, and your ears all need to work together.
Next, answer the questions when we ask you.
Even if your answer is short, say it.
The more you speak, the stronger your English becomes.
You can also pause the video and add more details to your answer.
This is your time, so use it well.
Finally, try to speak to yourself in English.
Talk about what you see.
Talk about what you feel.
Talk about what you are doing.
For example, you can say, I am sitting on a chair.
I am listening to English.
This simple habit will make English part of your daily life.
If you follow these steps, one hour of practice will help you a lot.
You will notice your English improving.
Your words will come faster.
Your sentences will become easier.
And most importantly, your confidence will grow.
Remember, you are not alone in this journey.
We are here with you.
We will guide you, practice with you, and cheer for you.
So relax, smile, and enjoy this hour.
Let's make your English better, step by step, together.
Okay, now who starts?
You or me?
How about you start?
Leo, tell me about yourself.
Okay, okay.
My turn first.
Where do I start?
Let's start with the easy one.
What is your name?
Okay, my name is Leo.
Thank you, Leo.
How do you spell your name?
It's L-E-O. nice to meet you leo my name is gwen nice to meet you too gwen so next question where are you from good question i am from australia australia wow i am from england england very cool do you live in a big city I live in a medium-sized city.
I like it.
It's not too busy.
What about you, Gwen?
I live in a big city.
It's very busy, very loud, but I enjoy it.
That's great.
A medium city and a big city.
Very different.
Yes.
And do you live in a house or an apartment?
I live in an apartment.
It's a nice apartment.
It has a balcony.
A balcony.
I love balconies.
Do you plant tree there?
Yes.
I plant roses.
Their smell is so great.
Oh, roses are beautiful.
How about you?
Where do you live?
I live small house but it's very cozy.
I like it.
Good, good.
Okay, so we have name, where you are from, and where you live.
What's next?
How about how old are you, Leo, if you want to say?
Of course it's okay.
I am 27 years old.
Nice.
And you, Gwen, how old are you?
I am 24 years old.
A wonderful age.
Thank you.
I think so, too.
Okay, so now for an important question.
I'm ready.
What do you do, Leo?
I am a language teacher.
A language teacher, of course.
You are a teacher on podcast and chill.
Yes, exactly.
I am an English teacher.
I really love my job.
I can help my students, but I usually call them as my dear friends.
That's wonderful.
It's an amazing job.
Thank you.
I really hope I can help them more with English.
What about you, Gwen?
What do you do?
I am a graphic designer.
Graphic designer, what do you design?
I design websites and logos.
I love creating beautiful things.
Wow, design.
That is so interesting.
Do you enjoy your work?
Yes, I love it.
It's very creative and fun.
I can see that a graphic designer and an English teacher We're a great team for a podcast.
Love it.
Okay, let's see.
We have name, place, age, and job.
What else can we talk about?
Let's talk about family.
Okay.
Family is a wonderful topic.
Do you have any brothers or sisters, Gwen?
Yes, I do.
I have one sister and one brother.
Their names are Anna and Mark.
Anna and Mark.
Are they older or younger than you?
Anna is older.
She is 27.
Mark is younger.
He is just 20.
What about you, Leo?
Do you have brothers or sisters?
I have one brother.
His name is David.
David.
That's a nice name.
Is he older or younger?
He is older than me.
He is a nurse.
Oh, really?
A nurse.
That's amazing.
Yes.
He helps people every day.
How about your sister and brother?
What do they do?
Anna is an accountant.
Mark is a university student.
Wow!
An accountant and a student.
That's wonderful.
Then your family works so hard, right?
Yes.
My family works hard.
My mother is a librarian.
A librarian.
Does she work in the library with books?
Yes.
She also read many books.
That is a great job.
And your father?
My father is a mechanic.
And how about you, Leo?
Tell me about your parents.
What do they do?
My mother is a shop manager.
She works in a clothing store.
Oh, that is a very busy job.
Yes, and my father is a gardener.
He takes care of parks and gardens.
That's why you love plant roses.
Well, yes, he teaches me.
Does he have a garden at home?
Yes.
Our garden is always beautiful.
I am jealous.
That is so lovely.
So, we have family.
Now, how about pets?
Pets?
Yes, I love pets.
Do you have a pet, Leo?
Yes, I do.
I have a cat.
A cat.
I like them too.
Is it a boy or a girl?
She is a girl.
She is one year old.
That's sweet.
What is her name?
Her name is Bella.
She is very playful and very smart.
Oh, Bella.
What color is she?
She is orange and white.
A beautiful orange and white cat.
That sounds so adorable.
I want to meet Bella.
Maybe one day.
Do you have a pet, Gwen?
Yes, I have a dog.
A dog?
See, we are different.
A cat person and a dog person.
It's true.
His name is Charlie.
Charlie.
That's a lovely name.
What does he look like?
He is golden and medium-sized.
He is very friendly and very active.
An active dog.
That sounds normal for dogs.
Yes, he wants to play all day.
It's a happy life.
It is for a dog.
Okay, so we know a lot now.
Name, age, job, family, pets.
Now, let's talk about things we like.
Our favorite things.
Great idea.
This is the fun part.
Let's start with food.
Yes.
Okay, Leo.
What is your favorite food?
Hmm, this is a hard question.
I like many foods.
Just choose one.
Okay, I think my favorite food is pasta.
Pasta.
Hmm, an excellent choice.
I love pasta too.
What kind of pasta do you like?
I like spaghetti with tomato sauce and cheese.
That sounds delicious and simple.
I like pasta with vegetables.
A healthy choice.
Good.
So, is pasta your favorite food, too?
It's one of my favorites, but my number one favorite food is sushi.
Ah, sushi is a good choice, too.
Very fresh.
Yes, I love it.
Okay, next favorite thing.
What is your favorite color?
My favorite color is red.
Red is strong.
It makes me think of power and winning.
When I see red, I feel brave and full of energy.
Red is a strong color.
I like it.
Thank you.
What is your favorite color?
My favorite color is yellow.
Yellow is like autumn leaves.
It is soft, warm, and gentle.
When I see yellow, I feel calm and happy.
That's nice.
Red is for power.
Yellow is for peace.
Very different, but together they look beautiful.
Yes, strong red and soft yellow.
A perfect match, just like fire and sunlight.
Okay, what's next?
Favorite animal.
Oh, this is easy for me.
My favorite animal is a cat, of course.
I know, because of Bella.
Yes.
Cats are independent and graceful.
I love them.
What about you?
Is your favorite animal a dog?
Yes.
I love dogs.
They are so loyal and happy.
Loyal.
That is a perfect word for dogs.
They are.
Okay.
Let's move on to hobbies.
Hobbies.
The things we do for fun.
Great topic.
What are your hobbies, Gwen?
Well, I am a graphic designer, so my hobby is photography.
Photography.
Do you take many photos?
Yes, every weekend.
It helps me see beauty everywhere.
I also like to cook.
Cooking is a fantastic hobby.
What do you like to cook?
I like to make simple, healthy meals.
Fresh vegetables and fish.
Healthy cooking.
How wonderful!
It is.
What about you, Leo?
What are your hobbies?
I have a few hobbies.
I love reading books.
Books.
What kind of books do you read?
I like mystery books.
Detective stories are my favorite.
Mystery stories.
How exciting!
They are.
What else do you like to do?
I also like to ride my bicycle.
I go cycling every Sunday morning.
Cycling.
You are very active.
I try to be.
It's nice to exercise and see the city.
That's great.
So, you like sports.
Do you like to watch movies?
Yes, I love watching movies, especially action movies.
I like adventure.
Me too.
Adventure is exciting.
I like action movies and also romantic movies.
Romantic movies are sweet.
So much emotion.
Yes, they are beautiful to watch.
This is great.
We are learning so much about each other.
I know.
It's like we are answering tell me about yourself right now.
Yes, we are.
We are giving a very complete answer.
A very, very complete answer.
Let's think what else.
We can talk about things we don't like.
Oh, that's interesting.
Okay.
What is a food you don't like, Leo?
A food I don't like?
Let me think.
I do not like very spicy food.
Spicy food?
Really?
I like a little spicy food.
See, we're different again.
I don't like when it's too hot.
What about you?
Is there a food you don't like?
Yes, I don't like mushrooms.
I don't like the taste.
Oh, I see.
For me, mushrooms are okay, but I understand.
Okay.
What about an activity you don't like?
An activity I don't like?
I don't like to clean the house.
Does anyone like that?
I don't think so.
It's so boring.
I agree.
I don't like that either.
I also don't like to be late.
Are you always on time?
I try to be.
I don't like to keep people waiting.
I understand completely.
Being on time is very important.
So, this is a good way to describe yourself.
You can say what you like and what you don't like.
Yes, that's a very good point.
It shows your personality.
For example, Hello, my name is Leo.
I am a teacher.
I like cats and pasta, but I don't like spicy food.
That's a great introduction.
Hi, I'm Gwen.
I'm a designer.
I love dogs and sushi, but I don't like mushrooms.
Perfect.
It's simple.
It's clear.
And it's friendly.
I think we have covered a lot.
Name, where you're from, where you live, age, job, family, pets, hobbies, likes, dislikes.
Wow, that is a very good list for tell me about yourself.
You don't need to say everything at one time.
Oh no, that's a good tip.
You can choose.
Maybe you say your name and your job.
Yes, or your name and your hobby.
It depends on the situation.
If you are in a class, maybe you say your name and why you are learning English.
Exactly.
You can say, My name is Leo.
I am from England.
I want to improve my speaking.
And if you are at a party, you can say, Hi, I'm Gwen.
I love photography and cooking.
That's a great way to start a conversation.
It is.
The person can then ask, oh, what do you photograph?
Or, what do you like to cook?
And a new friendship begins.
It all starts with, tell me about yourself.
It really does.
It's not a scary question.
It's an opportunity.
An opportunity to share a little bit about you.
That's a beautiful way to think about it.
I think it's been very nice to learn more about you, Leo.
Me too, Gwen.
I learned you are a graphic designer who loves sushi and purple.
And you have an active dog named Charlie.
And I learned you are a teacher who loves pasta and green, and you have a smart cat named Bella.
It was a very successful conversation.
Yes, and I hope it was helpful for all our listeners.
I hope so, too.
Remember, you can use these simple sentences to talk about yourself.
Yes.
Don't be afraid.
Keep it simple and be friendly.
That's the most important part.
That is the perfect advice.
A smile is very important too.
Always.
Well, I think our time is almost up for today.
Wow.
Time goes fast when you're having fun.
It really does.
This was a great conversation.
It was.
So, before we go, we want to ask our wonderful listeners for a little favor.
That's right.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our channel, Podcast and Chill.
And give this episode a big thumbs up, a like.
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And please, please share it with anyone who is learning English.
We want to help as many people as we can.
And for our question of the day, we want you to practice.
Yes.
Go to the comment section below and tell us about yourself.
You can write one or two sentences.
For example, my name is… I am from… or I like… or my favorite food is… anything you want.
We would love to read your comments and learn a little bit about you.
Yes, it'll be so much fun.
Thank you all for listening today.
Thank you all.
It was a pleasure.
Stay safe and keep practicing.
We will be back soon with another fun episode.
Again, don't forget to like and subscribe to learn new things with us.
I'm Leo and here is Gwen.
Goodbye for now.
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