Silly Conversations The Podcast

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By: Denzle Mills

Silly Conversations, the podcast for English language learners who use English daily, for work, travel, or just for fun.Tune in for engaging for shows and interviews with guests who candidly share their challenges and their language journey. Real-life experiences of mainly non-native speakers, who regularly use English. Candid and humorous conversations and monologues. Exploring how people use and experience English language in their everyday activities, with plenty of laughs along the way. This English podcast isn't for grammar drills or pronunciation lessons.If you're curious and want to hear interesting stories, and enjoy a light-hearted chat, this English podcast...

World Athletics Tokyo 2025 #day 4
#32
Yesterday at 9:30 PM

Observations of the World Athletics Championship. Tune in for a different look at what's happening in Tokyo, 2025.


World Athletics Tokyo 2025 #day 3
#31
Last Tuesday at 9:30 PM

Observations of the World Athletics Championship. Tune in for a different look at what's happening in Tokyo, 2025.


World Athletics Tokyo 2025 #day 2
#30
Last Monday at 9:30 PM

Observations of the World Athletics Championship. Tune in for a different look at what's happening in Tokyo, 2025.


World Athletics Tokyo 2025 #day 1
#29
Last Sunday at 9:30 PM

Observations of the World Athletics Championship. Tune in for a different look at what's happening in Tokyo, 2025.


Observations of a Gym goer #4 Bob, the AI Plan
#28
09/07/2025

Your favourite gym goer is back, observing the world in only the way he can with some help from Bob AI. Enjoy.😎

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Shenanigans, another outside broadcast
#27
08/31/2025

Denzle's outside broadcast which looks at YouTube polyglots, who are always giving lots of information about how to learn improve your language skills. I highlight specifically technique. and maybe you find it quite interested. Enjoy.

Olly Richards: How To Finally Get Fluent In A New Language.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Denzle, an outside broadcast #2 Adopt an English teacher.
#26
08/10/2025

Having a little time on my hands to create 'fantastic' things. Hopefully you enjoyed this show. 'Adopt and English teacher' is a public service announcement.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Denzle, burnout, the pigeons, an outside broadcast#1
#25
07/27/2025

Am I feeling the effects of burnout? After a very long extensive period of language training, I'm feeling the effects. I'm giving you my version of 'potential burnout'. It's not medical advice or based on any psychological foundation. It's just the way I'm thinking at the moment. Enjoy.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Bob, the AI Coach for summer
#24
06/29/2025

ChatGPT, Google Gemini; everyone's talking AI but are you using it. Your listening and comprehension skills can be improved with a little effort and a little dedication and at no cost. Well, you might need a Martini (with three olives) as you're sitting on the beach. In the show, I'll give you some ideas that you can use on your summer break. A link that you could take advantage of during this holiday.

YouTube Russell Stannard. https://youtu.be/fQlO0noAwqQ?si=dIKr1bvMoON3NAUM

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Pilar, the eclectic physiotherapist
#23
06/01/2025

Pilar, the eclectic physiotherapist who can shoot an arrow like Robin Hood, make sculptures like Donatello, and fix your body all at the same time. On show we have Pilar, who can turn her hand to a bit of everything it seems. Have a listen to find out what she does with her time. Enjoy the conversation with Pilar.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Gumer, the man from Christian Dior and more
#22
05/18/2025

The English podcast exploring the world of Spanish speakers who have made a life and profession in other countries. Gumer who move from Valencia Spain to the big City of London and has become very successful in what he does. Today is an interesting chat, hopefully you enjoy it's. Have a listen and enjoy.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Observations of a gym goer #3
#21
05/04/2025

Podcasting people more shenanigans of a 'tasty gym goer' for your entertainment. And if you haven't subscribed, please subscribe. It will help a lot to in producing this fantastic material, enjoy.

If you would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Mar, The marine biologist in the Saudi Arabia desert.
#20
04/20/2025

The marine biologist. In a desert. In Saudi Arabia with car driving monkeys.

On this show an interview with a longtime friend who finds herself working in a desert, in a place that doesn't exist and working with sea corals. She talks about her observations of life there. Mar has some good advice for those people who worry about their language level when it comes to taking on new opportunities. I hope you enjoy the podcast you find it interesting

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Albert & Ari class
#19
04/06/2025

Another class recording with two very fine people Ari and Albert. We have a great time and there is a bit of 'teaching' that happens...sometimes. Tune-in to our conversation and hopefully you will enjoy fantastically funny conversations. Enjoy.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Preposition Man Superhero
#18
03/23/2025

Have you ever wondered how to actually try and improve your prepositions and how to use them? Realistically, it's about practising, but imagine if there were a superhero called Preposition Man that could help you or even save you in a delicate situation. Tune-in to find out more. If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. Email: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com

Recommended AI learning activity websites.

https://app.talkpal.ai/

https://eigo.ai/

https://breakingnewsenglish.com/


Observations of a gym goer #2
#17
03/09/2025

Observations of a gym goer, the story continues. What will you find in this little update? Will there be interesting news? Will there be relationships formed? Or is it the same old sad story? Listen to find out more.


Marianna, influencers and english cooks pasta
#16
02/23/2025

So, what do you know about influencers and the TikTok people? Well, maybe you could learn something on this conversation with Marianna. Also, guess who can make a very good pasta sauce? Enjoy.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Valentine's Day Special 😀
02/13/2025

Just as it says. Enjoy.

The Perks of Being Single on Valentine’s Day

No Awkward Gift Exchanges 🎁 Freedom from Forced Romance 🌹You Can Wear Sweatpants 🏡More Time for You 💆 No Pressure to Share Your Food 🍕No Cringe Social Media Posts 📱 You Save So Much Money 💰

Happy Self-Love Day to all the fabulous single folks! ❤️


Virginia, So, what do criminologists do.
#15
02/02/2025

So, what do criminologist do? Well, you're in luck. Virginia explains some aspects of her work and how she used English in her day today for work as well as pleasure. Enjoy.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Know your Idioms #1
#14
01/19/2025

In this show, a continuation of our light-hearted chat with Lola and we'll be looking at some idioms, one of her favourite things. Hopefully you enjoy it.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Lola,The humble amazon prime history teacher in English
#13
01/12/2025

The English podcast with Lola, for a light-hearted conversation as she talks a little bit about her job, her activities and her preference for studying english idioms, which will be in part two of the show. An English podcast with a difference. Enjoy

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. E-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com.


Language acquisition vs language learning
#12
01/06/2025

Todays show talks about language acquisition vs langauge learning.

Acquisition is a subconscious proces; it happens naturally when you're exposed to a language in a meaningful, immersive environment. It's intuitive and leads to fluent, natural language use without needing to focus on grammar rules.

On the other hand, language learning is deliberate and conscious. It usually happens in a formal setting like a classroom, where you study grammar, memorize vocabulary, and practice through structured exercises.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. Here's the...


Marcela. Pizza from Brazil and Insperational Conversations
#11
12/22/2024

Today's show is a conversation with Marcela a UX designer of many years’ experience and also a Brazilian living here in Spain for many years. Have a listen and enjoy.

If you too would like to participate in the conversations, I'd love to hear from you. Here's the e-mail: hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com.


Atinon - The origins of the prepositions 'at, in & on'
#10
12/15/2024

This might be very interesting, the origins of the prepositions: at, in and on, you might be surprised by the information you hear. Hopefully, this helps you remember when to use these prepositions more correctly.

If you have English language journey and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Sensei Antonio, The President?
#9
12/08/2024

Today's silly conversation is just a bit of time spent catching up with Antonio, who lives in Extremadura, where nobody goes. Hopefully you'll enjoy the conversation and what he has to say about the area he lives in, the activities he does and listen out for he advert specifically designed for his preferred activity.

If you have English language journey and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Eva, Japan, Disney and the ATeam
#8
11/24/2024

In this show, I have Eva who went to Japan on holiday. I've taken advantage of this session for you to hear what she has to say about her experiences and recommendations for Japan.

If you have English language journey and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Observations of a gym goer #1
#7
11/17/2024

A series about my experiences going to the gym and doing exercise. I'm sure I can make it interesting and humorous. Also info about a new academy that might fit your needs 😊

If you have English language journey and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Dr Sandra The Bacterialphage Master
#6
11/03/2024

On the show, Sandra gives us an insight into bacteriophages. Maybe you know about, maybe you don't. Listen to the show and find out how does she as a scientist to disconnects from the world of investigation. I hope you find it interesting and entertaining. Enjoy.

If you have English language journey and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


The vet, the camper van and English for dogs.
#5
10/27/2024

A conversation with a regular student, Maria, who has her own veterinary practise. Our conversations range from the business, personal development and of course English. This is a snippet of her first class after the summer holiday. Thanks Maria.

Enjoy.

If you have similar profession, lifestyle and/or English journey, and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconverstations@gmail.com


Change your Accent.
#4
10/20/2024

In this show just a little comment about accents. Should you change your accent? Or should you just modify it? I'll tell you now, in my opinion don't change it, modifiy if needs be. Enjoy till the end :)

If you have similar profession, lifestyle and/or English journey, and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Xavi The Mature IT person.
#3
10/13/2024

On this show, it's an entertaining conversation with Xavi an IT professional of many, many years from Sueca Valencia and hopefully you enjoy the conversation. Xavi The Mature IT person. Thanks Xavi.

If you have similar profession, lifestyle and/or English journey, and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Mum I've only got two friends.
#2
10/06/2024

My first show and first chat with Daniela, who studies chemistry and physics all in the same head, and was a great student of mine some years ago. We're just exploring the concept of the podcast and catching up. She shares what she's been up to and some anecdotes. Enjoy!


Welcome to Silly Conversations The Podcast
#1
09/29/2024

Welcome to Silly Conversations, the podcast designed for non-native English speakers who use English in their daily lives. If you're curious about how others use English in different contexts, want to hear interesting stories, and enjoy a light-hearted chat, this podcast is for you.

If you have similar profession, lifestyle and/or English journey, and would like to share with others on the show. I would really like to hear from you.

Email:hello.sillyconversations@gmail.com


Silly Conversations Promo
09/25/2024

Denzle Mills. A language trainer with 20+ years of experience in developing mainly Spanish professional who use English in various sectors and organisations. Welcomes you to Silly Conversations, the podcast designed for non-native English speakers who use English in their daily lives. If you're curious about how others use English in different contexts, want to hear interesting stories, and enjoy a light-hearted chat, this podcast is for you.