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So many of us have such backwards ideas about the purpose of relationships and how one goes about developing them. Personally, I think there are a lot of reasons for our backwards mentality, and that’s what we’ll be talking about in this episode. — This will be a good chance for you to hear both an American and a British accent while exploring interesting ideas that affect us all in one way or another.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioFirst video clip: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLvaPQSu/Second video clip: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLvaN7nv/Timestamps:0:00 Why haven’t I found love yet?3:08 A few thoughts on Ryan’s sentiment6:43 Relationships are not rewards9:32 It’s all about perspectiveDownload my e-book *Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me any time at https://www.tonykaizen.com/

Being assertive and taking risks are typically viewed as masculine behavior reserved for men. But our friend Maya (from Chicago, IL) thinks that there’s no reason women can’t display the same behavior. In fact, she believes that women will be much more satisfied with their lives if they chose to do so. — This episode will give you a chance to hear the Chicago accent and the Ebonics dialect of American English.Timestamps:0:00 More women should be doing this1:20 A quick word from Tony Kaizen2:44 Shoutout to my supportive listeners4:02 Explaining the vocabulary29:53 Replaying the video31:15 The same idea, in plain English32:39 Things to considerFor access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioCheck out Maya’s TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTL3rbSEg/Download my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oContact me any time at https://www.tonykaizen.com/

In her article titled "A Partial Explanation of Zoomer Girl Derangement,” writer Zinnia, talks about the changes girls go through as they become women, focusing on how society views them. She explains the mixed feelings girls have about getting attention from men, feeling both powerful and vulnerable. Zinnia also criticizes how social media and modern culture affect young women, making it hard for them to understand their worth. She suggests that girls need honest advice to balance their desires and the pressures they face as they grow up. In today’s episode, I’ll be reading the article to you and leaving you with something to think about.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon!👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioRead Zinnia’s article here 👉 https://substack.com/@zinnia01Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:42 Words you need to understand2:15 Disclaimer: This is not for the easily-offended2:49 Poem #1 - Red Shame4:35 Transitioning into womanhood7:27 Marilyn Monroe8:25 Girls who grow up too fast10:11 Belle Delphine: The first OnlyFans girl11:36 Poem #2 - I’m only an object12:41 How OnlyFans damages all women16:02 The reason men don’t want modern women17:21 Self-destructive reactions to male attention: Anorexia20:31 Self-destructive reactions to male attention: Gender Dysphoria22:29 Self-destructive reactions to male attention: Self-hatred24:14 Gen-Z girls feel that they can’t compete25:28 The truth about women that everyone “ignores”26:45 What exactly is an ideal woman?29:05 Womanhood and beauty32:03 The mentally ill nature of modern society37:02 What “growing up” means for girls39:26 What do women really want?40:58 Why are modern women so unhappy?43:07 A summary of the articleDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oFind me on social media!https://bio.link/tonykaizen

Let’s take a trip to the Deep South so you can hear a classic Mississippi accent and understand what makes it so unique.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:22 The STRONGEST American Accent0:49 A quick word from Tony Kaizen1:25 Why do they sound like that?4:19 Deep Southern pronunciation15:01 Explaining some vocabulary29:11 Replaying the clip29:45 Talking about American culture is trickyDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oFind me on social media!https://bio.link/tonykaizen

If you’re someone who’s comfortable being quiet in the presence of others, you might have noticed that your tendency to remain quiet drives some people crazy. You probably know how annoying it is to find out that someone doesn’t like you simply because you don’t speak as much as they would like you to.Well in this episode, I’m gonna share a few ideas that might help you understand the mentality of the people who feel the need to ask, “Why are you so quiet?” And hopefully, help the people asking this question to understand the quiet ones a bit more as well.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon!👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Why are you so quiet?1:32 Summary4:17 Preference for selective interaction5:50 It all started with the community6:59 No outsiders9:36 Nobles & peasants10:55 There will always be weaklings11:38 Everyone communicates in their own way12:45 Asking vs Questioning17:17 Self-awarenessDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oFind me on social media!https://bio.link/tonykaizen

Going nowhere at a very rapid pace.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioDownload my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1o

“Sometimes trying to make friends as an adult can feel hopeless and embarrassing.” — If you identify with this statement, then this episode is for you.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Why is making friends so hard?1:07 Greetings from Tony Kaizen1:48 Explaining real English12:10 My thoughts on this topicLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLU1qFve/Download my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oFind me on social media!https://bio.link/tonykaizen

Have you ever wondered why communicating with certain people is so easy, while talking with others feels impossible? You might be surprised to know that it often boils down to a poor understanding of how communication works. Many of us tend to misinterpret the things people say and do; which influences the way we see, think about, and treat them.In this episode, we’re gonna talk about a simple way to quickly recognize what type of person you’re speaking with, and easily adapt to their way of communicating. — This episode will completely change your perspective on the art of communication.For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 “You’re so mysterious.”0:17 Greetings from Tony Kaizen1:13 Volunteers & Invite-onlys4:37 Askers & Guessers9:17 Builders & Maintainers14:17 Main takeawaysLinks to the videos used in this episode:Video 1: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLhvxUEt/Video 2: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLhYVNpJ/Download my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1oFind me on social media!https://bio.link/tonykaizen