English with Kirsty

Do you ever have problems with people on the telephone because they just won't stop talking, even though you think the conversation should be coming to an end? If so, here are some tips to help you!
https://englishwithkirsty.com/2017/11/14/how-to-end-conversations-with-difficult-callers/
Or you can visit the show notes page:
https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode115

Have you wondered why there are a lot of fireworks in the UK around 5th November? Find out in today's episode!

This week's podcast is about feeling unwell - the kind of things that you might say or hear in the office when people are saying that they don't feel well, and why. I thought this was topical for this time of year because a lot of colds and flu viruses are going around:
If you want to see this vocabulary written down, go to the show notes page:
https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode112/

First impressions are important, and this also applies when you contact people for the first time.
Here are 11 things that don't come across well when you're trying to sell products or pitch an idea. I have used examples of messages or emails that I have received in order to explain my points.
The show notes page is here: https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode111

Sometimes students tell me that they want to sound like a native speaker. Today I share 10 things that you shouldn't say, even though some native speakers say them. WE're not talking about mistakes here, but things that don't sound good, are annoying, or that don't make a positive impression.
You can find the show notes here: https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode110

Today we have three answers from the wise old owl:
What's the difference between tips and hints?
What's the difference between remind and remember?
Why do we say At Christmas, not on Christmas?
Click here for the show notes:
https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode109

Today I'm talking about dealing with difficult behaviour, and an example of how you can speak to a colleague about a problem – explaining why their behaviour is a problem for you, and a possible solution to make things better for everyone.
You can find the show notes here: https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast

Today I have a business travel vocabulary quiz for you. See how many questions you get right (the answers are at the end!)
Click here for the show notes page:
https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode107

In today's episode, I tell you about the Bank holidays in different parts of the UK. You also have the chance to enter to win a copy of my book, and you can join in my free language challenge, which starts on 11th September. All the details and links are on the show notes page:
https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode106

In this episode, you can find out about 10 foods that you might come across in the UK. I've tried to choose ones with names that don't make it clear what's inside. Click on the links on the show notes page to be taken to recipes on external sites.
https://englishwithkirsty.com/podcast/episode105