What does it mean to "jump the gun"? In this episode, Anna breaks down this brilliant English idiom using a real-world political moment and explores related phrases like "let the cat out of the bag," "beat someone to it," and "steal someone's thunder."

Whether you're studying phrasal verbs, learning English idioms, or wanting to speak with better timing and tact, this lesson is for you. Discover how professional communicators master not just vocabulary, but the art of saying the right thing at the right time.

Perfect for B1–C2 English learners who want fluency beyond textbooks.

In this episode:

• The story behind "jump the gun"
• Related idioms: step down, bow out, let the cat out of the bag
• What tact means and why it matters in English communication
• How to use these phrases in real life

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Do you ever struggle to understand native British English people when they speak. This lesson will fix that. Listen several native English conversations, completely natural and unedited. You can read the captions if needed, and I will give you a detailed explanation to help you to better understand the lingo. Native English speakers often mumble, speak fast and use idiomatic language but once you train your ears to natural British English, listening to native speakers becomes a piece of cake.

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Enhance your learning experience with Podcast+ The membership that activates your learning: https://englishlikeanative.co.uk/elan-podcast/On the English Like a Native podcast today I am talking about first time experiences and the nervousness that comes with them. Learn how to talk about your own new adventures today.In this episode, we examine the emotions behind trying something new for the first time experiences. Whether it is your first solo trip or a significant life change, we look at why we feel nervous and how those first impressions shape our memories. This discussion is designed for students focusing on English language learning who want to improve their fluency while reflecting on personal growth.I share a personal story about my first solo train journey to illustrate how these moments impact us. By analysing solo travel stories, you will pick up new vocabulary and conversational structures useful for English speaking practice. We also explore the balance between anxiety and enjoyment during these milestones.Subscribe for regular English language learning podcast episodes.

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In this episode, Anna introduces you to 5 interesting British English phrases that often confuse English learners.

They are weird and wonderful.

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Today, I explore how to make progress, not just in English. This episode discusses the concept of personal development, highlighting that even small change and daily habits can lead to big results.

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🐉 This special long episode explores some background information about St George’s Day in England, before diving into a story following George, a quiet, pattern-focused boy whose dragon and eye drawings unsettle teachers in secondary school, until a classroom assistant connects with him through various activities and help him to communicate better.

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In today’s episode, Anna closes Season 3 with the final chapter of Gabriel’s UK journey: while relaxing at the Roman baths in Bath before heading back to France, he gets an urgent call from Sophie saying her parents have been in a car accident and are in Bristol Royal Infirmary. Gabriel rushes to the hospital, reflects on highlights from his travels, and tries to stay grounded.

In the Language Lens section, you’ll learn how evocative verbs create vivid, immersive storytelling.

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In this penultimate episode of Season Three of The English Like a Native Podcast, Gabriel arrives at the hospital after yesterday’s devastating news and is forced to wait for updates. Feeling that everything is beyond his control, he reflects on how life is often unpredictable.

Tune in to learn five useful phrases for talking about uncertainty and situations outside your control.

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