The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast

In this special episode of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, I’m sharing my personal 9/11 story for the 25th Anniversary of the attacks. As a native New Yorker who was 15 years old and living in Brooklyn when the attacks happened, I’ll take you back to that day. I'll be sharing what I experienced, what happened to my father and uncle who worked in emergency response and law enforcement, and how 9/11 continued to impact my family two decades later. This is a more personal and emotional episode than usual, but it’s also an opportunity to listen to rea...

Welcome to episode #86 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast. In this episode, you'll be learning 15 more phrasal verbs, idioms and slang words about negotiating and persuading.

Negotiating, persuading, and convincing people are a huge part of real-life English, and sometimes, finding the right words can be the hardest part! In Episode 86, we’re continuing our series on negotiation and persuasion with 15 more phrasal verbs, idioms, and expressions that native English speakers use in everyday and professional conversations. You’ll learn expressions like stick to your guns when you refuse to change your...

Welcome to episode #85 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast. In today's episode, I'm teaching you all about negotiating, persuading and convincing.

In real life, you don't always get what you want, and neither does the person you're talking to. Whether you're negotiating a price, discussing responsibilities at work, trying to convince a friend, or simply standing up for your opinion, knowing how to communicate confidently is a huge part of speaking natural English. In Part 1 of this two-part series on negotiating, persuading, and convincing, you'll learn 15 useful phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that Americans...

What does it take to win when everything is on the line?

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby podcast, we’re heading to the World Cup to learn 16 real-life English idioms and phrasal verbs related to pressure, mental toughness, and winning.

In this episode, you’ll learn how English speakers talk about staying calm under pressure, fighting until the end, and performing when it matters most.

You'll learn useful expressions like:

And more! 

And remembe...

What do basketball and everyday English have in common? More than you might think!

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, we're celebrating the New York Knicks' incredible championship journey while learning 16 common sports idioms, phrasal verbs, and slang expressions that Americans use every day for MORE than just sports.

You'll learn expressions like a long shot, bounce back, and come in clutch, and discover how to use them naturally in conversations about work, school, relationships, and everyday life.

In this episode, you'll:

Think your English is advanced? Let’s test it.

In this episode of the Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, you’ll learn 12 advanced English idioms that native speakers actually use in everyday life; the kinds of expressions you hear in conversations, movies, workplaces, and podcasts but rarely learn in English textbooks.

You’ll hear idioms like:

- The writing on the wall
- Off the cuff
- Come to light
- The tip of the iceberg

 …and more!

If you’re tired of textbook English and want to...

Welcome to Episode 81: 20 Words for Risk & Taking Chances

Are you ready to sound more natural when talking about bold decisions and big life moves? In this episode, you’ll learn 20 real-life phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that Americans use when discussing risk, opportunity, and stepping outside your comfort zone. 

In this episode you'll learn vocabulary like

and more!

If you want to actually remember and use this vocabulary in real conversations, grab the Study Guide for clear definitions, natural examples, a ful...

Welcome to The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast. In this episode, you’ll learn 18 powerful phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions used to talk about leadership and influence in real American English.

From everyday conversations to professional settings, Americans often talk about who’s in control, who’s making decisions, and who has influence; and if you don’t understand this language, it can be hard to fully follow or participate in those conversations.

We’ll break down natural, real-life expressions like: 

You’ll al...

Are you an English learner who loves talking about true crime, murder mysteries, and criminal investigations? Or maybe you just need to learn about this topic so that you can talk about current events with confidence? In Part 2 of our murder mystery and true crime series, you'll learn 18 essential phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that native speakers use when talking about crime, investigations, and even just everyday drama.

You'll learn useful idioms, slang and phrasal verbs such as:

 …and more.

The...

Are you an English learner who loves talking about true crime, murder mysteries, and criminal investigations? Or maybe you just need to learn about this topic so that you can talk about current events with confidence? In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, you’ll learn 18 essential phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that native speakers use when talking about crime, investigations, and everyday drama.

In Part 1 of this two-part series, you’ll hear a suspenseful murder mystery story while learning vocabulary like:

 …and more.

Th...

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby podcast, you’ll learn 18 real-life phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that Americans to talk about starting over, leaving the past behind, and turning life around.

Through a powerful story and clear examples, you’ll hear natural English in context and learn how to use expressions like light a fire under someone, to be self-made, to be driven and more! 

This episode is perfect for English learners who want to sound more natural, fluent, and confident.

You’ll hear these expressions used naturally in cont...

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby podcast, you’ll learn 15 real-life phrasal verbs, idioms, and slang expressions that Americans actually use when talking about starting over, leaving the past behind, and turning life around.

Through a powerful story and clear examples, you’ll hear natural English in context and learn how to use expressions like turn over a new leaf, start fresh, a complete 180, and back to square one with confidence in real conversations.

This episode is perfect for English learners who want to sound more natural, fluent, and confident when talk...

The new year is usually full of excitement, motivation, and big goals, but 2026 feels different for many Americans. In episode #75 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast, you’ll learn how Americans actually talk about the new year, even when things feel uncertain, heavy, or unpredictable. 

Using real current events and real emotions, I’ll be teaching you 15 essential phrasal verbs, idioms, and expressions that native speakers use to talk about motivation, dreams and predictions-even during difficult times. This episode goes beyond textbook optimism and shows you how English reflects culture, mindset, and reality in the Unite...

Welcome to episode #74 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast! In this special episode, you’ll learn 16 popular vocabulary words and expressions that come straight from American TV shows like Friends, Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother, and more! 

You'll be learning vocabulary like go nuts, to spoil , horn in on, put someone on the spot, kill time and more! You’ll hear how native speakers really use them in everyday conversations.

Plus, BIG news! English Through Media is officially LIVE! This brand-new mini course helps you understand fast English through 40+ PDF lessons by bui...

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby, we’re exploring the world of luck, good fortune, and all the expressions native speakers use to talk about those magical moments when everything seems to go right in your life. You’ll learn 15 essential idioms, phrasal verbs, and slang expressions that real Americans use every day. You'll learn vocabulary like: a stroke of luck, pan out, the stars align and more! Through clear explanations, real-life examples, and an easy-to-follow story, you’ll not only understand these expressions, you’ll actually remember and use them confidently in your conversations.

If...

Welcome to Episode #72 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast. In this episode inspired by Veteran’s Day, Gabby teaches 18 military phrasal verbs, slang words and idioms that Americans use at work and in their everyday lives. In this episode, you'll learn how to use military language with confidence!

Also, don't forget that this episode includes a free Study Guide that will help you practice what you learn in this episode! It includes:

and more!

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