Riva English helps English learners turn the English they understand into English they can use in real life. Each episode combines clear explanations, natural conversations, listening practice, and guided speaking so you can communicate with more confidence in everyday situations. Learn it. Say it. Use it.
Self Introduction in English | Easy Conversation Practice | English Podcast
Learn how to introduce yourself in English with Jessie and Alex. Follow clear self-introduction examples and real-life conversations about your work, studies and hobbies.
Practise answering follow-up questions, asking questions back, and keeping the conversation going.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
• Start a short, natural introduction.
• Talk about where you are from, what you do and what you enjoy.
• Choose details that fit the situation.
• Answer follow-up questions and ask a question back.
• Keep talking when you forget a word or need clarification.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome & Introducing Yourself
00:34 Meeting Someone at a New Class
01:47 Your Name & Where You Are From
04:38 Work, Studies & Daily Life
09:45 Hobbies, Interests & Follow-up Questions
13:09 Build a Short Self-Introduction
16:26 Keep the Conversation Going
19:49 When You Forget a Word or Need to Clarify
22:24 Introductions in Different Situations
24:21 Full Conversation Example
27:43 Your Turn: Make Your Own Introduction
HOW TO PRACTISE
1. Listen to a conversation.
2. Replay a useful phrase and say it out loud.
3. Change the details to make your own short introduction.
YOUR TURN
Write 2–3 sentences in English: your name or nickname, what you do or study, and one thing you enjoy. Then add a question for someone else. Use only details you are comfortable sharing publicly.
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24 Oct 2026
Grocery Shopping in English | What to Say at the Supermarket | Learn English with Podcast A2-B1
Learn what to say at the supermarket in English. Join Jessie and Alex for grocery shopping conversations, useful phrases, listening practice and time to try your own replies.
Can you name the food you need, but struggle to ask where it is or which pack to buy? In this A2-B1 English learning podcast, practise finding products, checking quantities and choosing an alternative when something is out of stock.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL PRACTISE
• Asking where to find a product and which aisle to check
• Explaining the kind or size you need
• Asking how many items are in a pack
• Choosing a smaller pack or a different product
• Asking for an alternative when your first choice is unavailable
• Making your own decisions in a final grocery shopping conversation
USEFUL PHRASES
“Where can I find...?”
“Which aisle is it in?”
“I’m looking for...”
“Do you have...?”
“How many are in a pack?”
“Is there a smaller one?”
“What could I use instead?”
“I’ll take this one.”
LISTEN & SPEAK
Listen to the examples first. When Jessie invites you to reply, speak aloud during the pause. Use the details you hear to choose your answer, then compare it with the example. Pause or replay whenever you want another try.
YOUR TURN
What would you ask for at the supermarket? Write a sentence using:
“I’m looking for ____. Do you have ____?”
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24 Oct 2026
How to Say No Politely in English | Learn English with Podcast | Easy English Conversation
Learn how to say no politely in English without sounding rude. Practise English conversation for declining invitations, turning down requests, giving a short honest reason, and staying clear when someone asks again.
Join us for a practical English podcast with everyday conversations, word-highlighted subtitles, and pauses for your own speaking practice. If you keep adding explanations or say “maybe” when you mean “no,” this episode will help you find a friendly, clear reply.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL PRACTISE
• Saying no to a request or invitation politely
• Giving a brief, true reason without a long excuse
• Choosing between “I’m not available,” “I already have plans,” and “I’d rather not”
• Responding when someone says, “It’ll only take ten minutes”
• Using a warm tone while keeping your answer clear
• Trying two new situations before hearing example answers
USEFUL ENGLISH PHRASES
“Thanks for asking, but I can’t this time.”
“I’m not available.”
“I already have plans.”
“I won’t be able to…”
“Thanks for asking, but I’d rather not.”
CHAPTERS
00:00 Say no politely without sounding rude
01:14 Why “maybe” can leave the wrong message
02:49 A friendly, clear no
04:13 Saying you’re not available
06:00 “I won’t be able to” and repeated requests
07:23 Practice: stay clear when someone asks again
09:27 Practice: decline an invitation
10:09 Saying “I’d rather not”
11:45 How your tone changes a refusal
12:08 Try your own warm, clear reply
13:52 Final speaking challenge
15:26 Compare your answers
16:21 Your turn: write a polite refusal
YOUR TURN
Write one short refusal in the comments: “Thanks for asking, but I can’t ___ this time.” Replace the space with an action such as help, come, stay, or join. A fictional situation is welcome.
Subscribe to Riva English for practical English you can use in real life. If this conversation was useful, like the video and share it with a learning partner. Try answering the practice requests together.
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