In this practical episode of FluentCast, Diego slows things down to look at one of the most frustrating parts of the English language—especially in professional settings. We move away from the abstract and focus on the high-frequency expressions that actually appear in meetings, interviews, and project updates.

In this episode, you’ll learn 7 Essential Business Phrasal Verbs. Don't let your English skills "fall through" during your next big opportunity. Hit play and level up your professional vocabulary!

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"When will I stop translating everything in my head?"

If you’ve ever asked yourself this question, you aren't alone. In this episode, Diego is joined by Brenda Richards, a UK-based ESL teacher and neuroscience expert, to reveal what is actually happening in your brain as you move from your native language to English fluency.

Whether you are just starting or are in the "translation trap," this conversation will give you the tools to help your brain trust its new voice.

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What does a gold-medal ski run have in common with your English journey? Everything!

In this episode, Diego takes us to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina to analyze a viral moment from superstar athlete Eileen Gu. Gu claims she can "literally become exactly who she wants to be" because she has neuroplasticity on her side. But what does that actually mean for a language learner?

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