Welcome to Kate's Bite Size English Podcast -- practical English for real life, explained in a way that actually makes sense. From small talk and culture to pronunciation and natural expressions, each episode breaks English down into bite-sized, easy-to-understand insights that help learners sound more confident and connected in everyday conversations. Listening to a podcast should not be a passive experience. Listeners are encouraged to join the conversation by sharing thoughts, asking questions, and participating in discussions in the comments or on social media. Please be courteous, constructive, and mindful of internet etiquette to help create a welcoming learning community.
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3 episodes
2026-06-02
Kate’s Bite Size English Podcast: Fluency Practice: Tuesdays with Morrie, First Tuesday
Fluency Practice: Tuesdays with Morrie | Linking & Intonation In this lesson, we focus on two key elements of natural English fluency: linking (how sounds connect) and intonation (stress and rhythm). Using a meaningful passage from Tuesdays with Morrie, you’ll learn exactly where linking happens and how to apply it to real spoken English. What You’ll Learn: • How consonant-vowel linking works in natural speech • Sentence stress and intonation patterns • How to shadow practice for fluency (not just pronunciation) Full Text: “We’re Tuesday people,” Morrie said. Tuesday people, I repeated. Morrie smiled. “Mitch, you asked about caring for people I don’t even know. But can I tell you the thing I’m learning most with this disease?” What’s that? “The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” His voice dropped to a whisper. “Let it come in. We think we don’t deserve love. We think if we let it in we’ll become too soft. But a wise man named Levine said it right. He said, ‘Love is the only rational act.’” He repeated it carefully, pausing for effect. “Love is the only rational act.” TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 0:10 – How This Works 0:34 – Listen: Full Passage Read 1:31 – Linking Rules & Examples 2:16 – Shadowing Practice (Linking) 2:43 – Intonation Practice 2:58 – Shadowing Practice (Linking + Intonation) 3:36 – Access Full Text 3:52 – Next Steps & Outro Want more? 💙 If you’d like me to continue this series for the next 12 Tuesdays through Tuesdays with Morrie, drop a comment and type “Tuesdays” below! Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cmpbg2k5204et01x7965sh8jp/comments
2026-05-27
I Know English But Can't Speak It | 3 Ways to Break Through
Do you study English constantly... but freeze when you actually have to speak? You're not alone. Thousands of English learners have this exact problem: great grammar, solid vocabulary, but when the moment comes to actually speak, your brain goes blank. In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 most effective ways to overcome the fear of speaking English—and they might surprise you: 1. Make English Part of Your Life - Stop treating it like a subject to study. Start treating it like a language to live in. 2. Learn in Chunks, Not Words - The real secret to fluent speaking isn't memorizing vocabulary. It's learning phrases and expressions as complete units. 3. Practice in Low-Stakes Environments - You don't need to jump into deep conversations. Small, comfortable practice is where real confidence builds. These aren't quick fixes. But they work. Subscribe to see more practical English learning strategies that actually work. Tell me in the comments: What's your biggest fear when speaking English? I read every comment and your answer might inspire the next episode. Follow me on Threads for more day-to-day content @teacher_kate_bite_size_english Remember: Your English is better than you think. You just need the right environment and mindset to show it. This is Kate's Bite Size English—where we make English learning less painful and more fun. Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cmpbg2k5204et01x7965sh8jp/comments
2026-05-19
Why Small Talk Feels So Hard
In this episode of Kate's Bite Size English, we talk about: * why small talk feels uncomfortable for many Asian students * cultural differences between Asia and North America when it comes to talking to strangers * how to start and respond to small talk naturally * what to say when you freeze in English * real-life English phrases used in conversations that you can shadow and practice If you've ever felt nervous talking to strangers in English, this episode can help you. We'll look at what to say in different scenarios: * bus stops * coffee shoops * on campus and practice natural expressions like "I know, right?" "Exactly!" "Sorry, I didn't catch that." This podcast is designed for English learners who want to sound more natural, feel more confident, and understand how English really works in real life. Listening to a podcast should not be a passive experience. Listeners are encouraged to leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cmpbg2k5204et01x7965sh8jp/comments Remember to be courteous, constructive, and mindful of internet etiquette so this can remain a welcoming space for learners from all backgrounds. Follow Kate's Bite Size English on Instagram and Threads @teacher_kate_bite_size_english Email Kate at kate.academic.guide@gmail.com
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Kate’s Bite Size English Podcast: Fluency Practice: Tuesdays with Morrie, First Tuesday
Fluency Practice: Tuesdays with Morrie | Linking & Intonation In this lesson, we focus on two key elements of natural English fluency: linking (how sounds connect) and intonation (stress and rhythm). Using a meaningful passage from Tuesdays with Morrie, you’ll learn exactly where linking happens and how to apply it to real spoken English. What You’ll Learn: • How consonant-vowel linking works in natural speech • Sentence stress and intonation patterns • How to shadow practice for fluency (not just pronunciation) Full Text: “We’re Tuesday people,” Morrie said. Tuesday people, I repeated. Morrie smiled. “Mitch, you asked about caring for people I don’t even know. But can I tell you the thing I’m learning most with this disease?” What’s that? “The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” His voice dropped to a whisper. “Let it come in. We think we don’t deserve love. We think if we let it in we’ll become too soft. But a wise man named Levine said it right. He said, ‘Love is the only rational act.’” He repeated it carefully, pausing for effect. “Love is the only rational act.” TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 0:10 – How This Works 0:34 – Listen: Full Passage Read 1:31 – Linking Rules & Examples 2:16 – Shadowing Practice (Linking) 2:43 – Intonation Practice 2:58 – Shadowing Practice (Linking + Intonation) 3:36 – Access Full Text 3:52 – Next Steps & Outro Want more? 💙 If you’d like me to continue this series for the next 12 Tuesdays through Tuesdays with Morrie, drop a comment and type “Tuesdays” below! Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cmpbg2k5204et01x7965sh8jp/comments
1 weeks ago
I Know English But Can't Speak It | 3 Ways to Break Through
Do you study English constantly... but freeze when you actually have to speak? You're not alone. Thousands of English learners have this exact problem: great grammar, solid vocabulary, but when the moment comes to actually speak, your brain goes blank. In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 most effective ways to overcome the fear of speaking English—and they might surprise you: 1. Make English Part of Your Life - Stop treating it like a subject to study. Start treating it like a language to live in. 2. Learn in Chunks, Not Words - The real secret to fluent speaking isn't memorizing vocabulary. It's learning phrases and expressions as complete units. 3. Practice in Low-Stakes Environments - You don't need to jump into deep conversations. Small, comfortable practice is where real confidence builds. These aren't quick fixes. But they work. Subscribe to see more practical English learning strategies that actually work. Tell me in the comments: What's your biggest fear when speaking English? I read every comment and your answer might inspire the next episode. Follow me on Threads for more day-to-day content @teacher_kate_bite_size_english Remember: Your English is better than you think. You just need the right environment and mindset to show it. This is Kate's Bite Size English—where we make English learning less painful and more fun. Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cmpbg2k5204et01x7965sh8jp/comments
2 weeks ago
Why Small Talk Feels So Hard
In this episode of Kate's Bite Size English, we talk about: * why small talk feels uncomfortable for many Asian students * cultural differences between Asia and North America when it comes to talking to strangers * how to start and respond to small talk naturally * what to say when you freeze in English * real-life English phrases used in conversations that you can shadow and practice If you've ever felt nervous talking to strangers in English, this episode can help you. We'll look at what to say in different scenarios: * bus stops * coffee shoops * on campus and practice natural expressions like "I know, right?" "Exactly!" "Sorry, I didn't catch that." This podcast is designed for English learners who want to sound more natural, feel more confident, and understand how English really works in real life. Listening to a podcast should not be a passive experience. Listeners are encouraged to leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cmpbg2k5204et01x7965sh8jp/comments Remember to be courteous, constructive, and mindful of internet etiquette so this can remain a welcoming space for learners from all backgrounds. Follow Kate's Bite Size English on Instagram and Threads @teacher_kate_bite_size_english Email Kate at kate.academic.guide@gmail.com