Why did a 15-minute performance trigger a "cultural earthquake" and attacks from US politicians? We analyze the controversy behind the "Benito Bowl" and why he refused to translate his message.

For English Learners: Don't just watch the news; understand it. We break down advanced vocabulary like narrow-minded, bold move, and unapologetic. Master the real-world English used to discuss culture and power.

In this episode, Diego dives into the cultural mystery behind the song “The Fate of Ophelia,” exploring how music often hides deeper meanings beyond vocabulary and grammar.

This episode invites learners to discover the hidden layers of language and see how stories from the past still shape today’s music.

A song almost 40 years old suddenly returns to dominate the world — but why does it still hit so hard? In this episode of FluentCast, Diego dives into the emotion, mystery, and real-life English hidden inside a legendary track. It’s not a grammar lesson. It’s a journey through meaning, empathy, and the kind of English native speakers actually use — without you even realizing you’re learning!

Why does English spelling make no sense? Why do the same words sound different, and why are there so many synonyms? This episode explains the historical reasons behind English’s confusing sounds, spelling, and vocabulary — and shows how understanding them can replace frustration with curiosity.

Stranger Things is full of the kind of English native speakers use every day — fast, connected, and informal. In this episode, Diego breaks down the expressions, pronunciation, and speech patterns that make the show hard to follow for learners. If you understand the story but struggle with the English, this episode will help you hear what’s really being said.

What if fluency isn’t the goal—but the problem? In this Season 3 opener, Diego challenges the fluency myth holding English learners back. Discover why perfection creates fear, what real fluency actually is, and how staying human in English changes everything.

Join Diego, Amanda, and Thais for a warm, reflective Season 2 finale. Together, they revisit the year’s most meaningful episodes — from identity and Pride to bilingualism, burnout, economics, Halloween, childhood curiosity, and even the future of chocolate. With humor, honesty, and heart, the trio looks back at the conversations that shaped 2025 and celebrates the progress of every listener learning English. A cozy, thoughtful closing to an unforgettable season.

In this cheerful and cozy December episode, Amanda takes listeners on a global journey beyond Christmas to discover festive traditions they may have never heard of. From the glowing Giant Lantern Festival in the Philippines to Italy’s kind-hearted witch La Befana, Ukraine’s lucky spider-web ornaments, and Scotland’s lively Hogmanay, the episode shows how different cultures celebrate light, kindness, and togetherness. With simple vocabulary and warm storytelling, this A2–B2 lesson invites learners to enjoy the season and connect through English.