Alone with English
Alone with English
Podcast Description
What happens when we stop chasing fluency and start listening to our inner voice — the one that speaks with an accent, pauses to find the right word, or wonders if it’s “good enough” to speak at all?
Alone with English is not your typical language learning podcast. You won’t find pronunciation drills, grammar hacks, or lists of “must-know” phrases here. Instead, this podcast is a quiet space for reflection — a place to sit with the complexity of language, identity, and the emotions that come with learning and teaching English.
Hosted by Jennie Reed and Ruth Pringle — both educators with deep experience and deep empathy — this six-part series invites you into thoughtful, honest conversations about what it really means to live with English.
Together, they explore:
– The loneliness of not feeling fully yourself in another language
– The anxiety of speaking up, even when you’re unsure
– The beauty of building connection through imperfect communication
– The inner stories we carry about our voices, our accents, and our value
If you’re learning English and often feel like you’re not quite “there yet,” or if you’re a teacher who wants to support learners more humanely and holistically, this podcast is for you.
Jennie brings years of experience as a Neurolanguage Coach and English pronunciation specialist, helping learners find confidence and ease in their spoken English. Ruth is a language coach, creative, and thinker who brings curiosity, kindness, and honesty to every conversation. Together, they offer something slower, deeper, and more personal than most language podcasts.
Each episode is 20–30 minutes long — ideal for a thoughtful walk, a quiet moment with a coffee, or whenever you need to feel a little more connected and a little less alone.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes like the emotional complexities of language learning, identity, and communication challenges. Episodes address the loneliness of speaking a second language, the pressure of achieving fluency, and strategies for setting meaningful learning goals, exemplified in episodes exploring topics such as the joy of owning one's language journey and the power of personal reflection through journaling.
What happens when we stop chasing fluency and start listening to our inner voice — the one that speaks with an accent, pauses to find the right word, or wonders if it’s “good enough” to speak at all?
Alone with English is not your typical language learning podcast. You won’t find pronunciation drills, grammar hacks, or lists of “must-know” phrases here. Instead, this podcast is a quiet space for reflection — a place to sit with the complexity of language, identity, and the emotions that come with learning and teaching English.
Hosted by Jennie Reed and Ruth Pringle — both educators with deep experience and deep empathy — this six-part series invites you into thoughtful, honest conversations about what it really means to live with English.
Together, they explore:
– The loneliness of not feeling fully yourself in another language
– The anxiety of speaking up, even when you’re unsure
– The beauty of building connection through imperfect communication
– The inner stories we carry about our voices, our accents, and our value
If you’re learning English and often feel like you’re not quite “there yet,” or if you’re a teacher who wants to support learners more humanely and holistically, this podcast is for you.
Jennie brings years of experience as a Neurolanguage Coach and English pronunciation specialist, helping learners find confidence and ease in their spoken English. Ruth is a language coach, creative, and thinker who brings curiosity, kindness, and honesty to every conversation. Together, they offer something slower, deeper, and more personal than most language podcasts.
Each episode is 20–30 minutes long — ideal for a thoughtful walk, a quiet moment with a coffee, or whenever you need to feel a little more connected and a little less alone.
The goal isn’t more willpower. It’s feeling good in English.
In this final episode of Alone with English, Ruth and Jennie explore what accountability really means when you’re learning English, and how to design support systems that energize you, not exhaust you.
Forget guilt, pressure, or gold stars. This is about celebrating small wins, building gentle rituals, and reconnecting with your motivation in a way that lasts.
You’ll hear:
What true accountability looks like (spoiler: it’s not the same for everyone)
How to create a system that fits your personality and rhythms
Why your teacher should be helping you stay on track, not just marking mistakes
How to let go of shame and start fresh (old brooms, anyone?)
Real learner stories of reconnection and joy
Why community matters, even if you’re learning solo
This episode closes the mini-series with warmth, humour, and a reminder: 👉 You don’t need to do more. You just need to trust yourself again.
🛠 Tiny Challenge:
Name one small thing you’ve done in English this week and celebrate it. That’s it. A tick on your to-do list counts.
🎧 Listen-In Tip:
Play this episode while doing a familiar routine, let it become part of the rhythm of your learning life.
Resources & Links 🌿 True Voice English on Instagram – Tag us with #AloneWithEnglish to share your wins 📨 email us with any questions ([email protected] or [email protected]) 🧠 Excellence in English Education – Coaching, pronunciation, confidence 📄 Free journaling prompts 🎙 Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts coming soon
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