Dead On
= exactly right Ex: His comments about what happened were “dead on.” Nothing was false. Ex: Her prediction was “dead on.” Everything […]
Episode 34: America On Fire
On this episode I talk about the recent troubles happening in my country of America which includes: The events of the death […]
Evil English #33 Coronavirus Part 2
On this episode I talk more about the Coronavirus and the following: How have things changed from my previous episode on March […]
Evil English #32: Coronavirus
With guest: Yumi On this episode I chat with Yumi about the coronavirus and the following: Returning to Japan from Italy – […]
Red Pilled
Red Pilled = beliefs, choices or information that allow you to see the world as it really is, even though you will […]
Evil English #31: Depression
On this episode on this podcast, I talk about depression. What it is, my own experience with it, and some advice on […]
Straight From the Horse’s Mouth
Straight From the Horse’s Mouth = to hear information directly from the source being talked about or highest authority Origin: When people […]
The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back
The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back Sometimes shortened to “the last straw.” = the last bad thing (even a small, minor […]
Evil English #30: Climate Change
On this episode I talk climate change and the following: Greta Thunberg – 8:30 Should we make war with China and […]
Evil English #29: Brexit
Guest:Martyn On this episode, I chat with my British friend Martyn about Brexit (U.K.’s vote to leave the European Union.) We […]
Leave It At That
Leave It At That = to say no more about something Ex: I could talk for hours about that movie, but I […]
Episode #28 No Russian Collusion
On this episode I talk about the recent news about the 2 year investigation into finding if the U.S. president Donald Trump […]
Episode #27 America Divided
On this episode of the Evil English Podcast, I talk about the current state in America. Words have lost meaning – 2:13 The […]
Do You Mind?
Do You Mind 1) (used as a question to ask for permission) Do you mind if I ….? = is it a […]
Ask Evil #19
With special guest: Yumi On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast, I answer my student Yumi’s questions about: What is it that […]
Ask Evil #18
With special guest: Yumi On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast, I answer my student Yumi’s questions about: How dare you! […]
Episode #26 Guns
(Scroll down to listen to the podcast) On this episode of the Evil English Podcast I talk about American gun culture.
Two Faced
Two Faced = when a person acts a certain way in one situation, and acts different in another situation * synonym […]
Or Else
Or Else 1. Used to say what will happen if something is not done. Ex: You have to leave, “or […]
When Push Comes to Shove
When/ If Push Comes to Shove = when a situation becomes so bad or desperate, that serious action is urgently needed […]
Everyone vs Every One
Everyone vs Every One Everyone = ALL the people in a group. (You can also use everybody.) Ex: The new rules will […]
Son of a Bitch
Son of a Bitch = 1) person (usually a man) that you strongly dislike or hate 2) expression to show frustration […]
Who vs Whom
Who vs Whom Who = subject pronoun Ex: Who ate the apple? Ex: Who got the job? Whom = […]
Turn a Blind Eye
Turn a Blind Eye = pretend not to notice Ex: The management at the business “turned a blind eye” at bulling from […]
Cross the Line
Cross the Line = to overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable Ex: […]
Buy (What Someone Said)
Buy (What Someone Said) = believe Ex: That idea sounds good to me, but will your wife “buy it?” Ex: […]
Episode #25 English and the Internet
With: Just me On this episode, I talk about the internet and how helpful it is for learning English. If you’re on […]
Eye-Opening
Eye-Opening = something that causes a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness, enlightening experience Ex: Moving out from your parents home can be […]
Badass
Badass Describing a person = tough, uncompromising, intimidating, or talented Ex: John Wayne and Bruce Lee were both “badass” actors. (they were […]
Who’s vs Whose
Who’s vs Whose Who’s = who is/ who has Ex: “Who’s” going to the party this weekend? Ex: “Who’s” calling my […]
Blah Blah Blah
Blah Blah Blah = non important information, meaningless talk, I don’t care Ex: She had a coffee a donut and “blah blah […]
To vs For
Use for 1) when something is being done to benefit someone or something Ex. I bought this gift “for you” Ex. […]
Episode #22: Welcome Back
Guest: Just me Welcome back! On this episode I answer random questions from my followers on Twitter and Facebook. Such as: What […]
Lighten Up
Lighten Up = be less serious, relax IMPORTANT NOTE: “Lighten up” can also mean to make a color lighter. Ex: This color […]
Stand Up For / To
Stand Up For/ To Stand Up For = to defend a person/ group or idea who is being criticized or attacked […]
How to Use “Quotation Marks”
1) Use quotation marks when quoting someone directly. Ex: Jane said, “I will meet you for lunch.” 2) Use quotation marks around […]
For Crying Out Loud
For Crying Out Loud = expression used to show irritation and impatience Similar expression: “For Christ’s/ god’s sake!” Ex: “For […]
Get the Hang of
Get the Hang of = to do something enough that you learned how to do it Ex: Learning how to drive […]
Off the Top of One’s Head
Off the Top of One’s Head = 1) answering a question without much thought or knowledge 2) based on what you remember […]
To Have Someone’s Back
To Have Someone’s Back = to support or defend someone, to watch out for them Ex: If anyone tries to hurt you, […]
Listen & Learn: Jim Croce
Jim Croce was a famous singer- songwriter in the 1970s. In the 1960s he began doing gigs in small clubs and college […]
The Big Picture
The Big Picture = the situation as a whole, the overall view, the entire perspective on an issue or situation Ex: We […]
Listen & Learn: Zero 7
Zero 7 is two musicians from England. Their names are Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker. In the 1990’s they began as musician […]
U.S. City and State Nicknames
U.S. City Nicknames Atlanta (Georgia) = Hotlanta Austin (Texas) = Live Music Capital of the World, ATX Boston (Massachusetts) = Beantown Chicago […]
Listen & Learn: Bob Marley
I think most people like Bob Marley. I’ve always enjoyed his music. He is definitely the most famous Reggae musician ever. His […]
Listen & Learn: Billy Joel
Billy Joel is an American Rock n Roll pianist from New York City. Inspired from seeing the Beatles perform on T.V., he […]
Listen & Learn: Jamiroquai
Jamiroquai is a band from London England The origin of the band name comes from the Native American tribe the Iroquois, and […]
WTF: Japanese Donald Trump Commercial
WTF! Is this real? It can’t be. Most Japanese people don’t like Donald Trump after he said America should stop helping […]
Son Puts “Honk If You’re Horny” Sign On Dad’s Car. Dad Not Laughing
An Australian teenager puts a sign that says “honk if you’re horny” on the back of his dad’s car. The dad […]
Set the Record Straight
Set the Record Straight = give the truth about an event that has been reported incorrectly Ex: Let me “set the record […]
Talk vs Speak
Talk vs Speak Talk = to have a conversation with someone In spoken English we usually use talk in the continuous form. […]
Say vs Tell
Say vs Tell Say = to speak words Say/said is usually used when repeating what someone has said. Ex: He said he […]
Listen & Learn: Al Green
Al Green is an American gospel, R&B, and soul music singer. He became very famous in the 1970s. He was born […]
Listen & Learn: Yeah Yeah Yeahs
The Yeah Yeah Yeahs are an Indie rock band from New York City. They formed in 2000. In 2003, they released their […]
Listen & Learn: Patsy Cline
Patsy Cline was a famous Country musician. She was born in Virginia, U.S.A. in 1932. When she was born her 16 -year-old […]
Listen & Learn: Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen is an American musician. He is the singer and guitarist for the E Street Band. His nickname is “The Boss.” […]
Listen & Learn: The Chemical Brothers
The Chemical Brothers are two DJs from Manchester,England. Originally, their name was the Dust Brothers. However, because another band already had that […]
Listen & Learn: Blur
Blur is an English alternative rock band. They began in London, England in 1989. They were a part of the 90’s […]
Ask Evil #17
Guest: Kyoko On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast Kyoko and I chat about English including the following: Throw Someone/ Something […]
Listen & Learn: Phil Collins & Genesis
As children, the first music we like is usually based on the type of music our parents listen to. So for me, […]
Listen & Learn: Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday is considered one of the greatest jazz singers ever. She was born in 1915. Her real name was Eleanora Fagan. […]
Episode #21: Chatting With Ai About Her Experience In America
Guest: Ai On this episode of the Evil English Podcast, I chat with Ai about her experience in America and the following: […]
Listen & Learn: Fleetwood Mac
Fleetwood Mac is a British rock band that formed in 1967. Actually the only remaining original member is drummer Mick Fleetwood. Soon […]
Friday Night Fights: Apple vs the U.S. Government
A few months ago, there was a shooting in San Bernardino, California, leaving 14 people dead. The killers, who were later killed […]
Friday Night Fights: Donald Trump vs the Pope
In this match, U.S. Presidential candidate, Donald Trump and Pope Francis face off. While visiting Mexico, the Pope was asked about […]
Listen & Learn: Air
Air’s name comes from the initials A.I.R. In French, it stands for “Amour, Imagination, Rêve,” which translates to “love, imagination and dream.” […]
The Race For U.S. President is Heating Up
Democrat vs Republican (BTW, the Democrat’s symbol is the donkey, and the Republican’s symbol is the elephant.) Battle For the Democratic […]
Social Justice Warriors Protest Kimono Exhibition
Audio and voice recording >> (Source) Last summer, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts had a special art presentation called Kimono […]
American Millennials are Crybabies
When I was a teenager, I listened to grunge music like Nirvana and vandalized (purposely destroyed or altered) public objects, like Stop […]
Ask Evil #16
Guest: Yumi On this episode of the Ask Evil Podcast, Yumi and I chat about English and the following: To Be Stuffed […]
Chinese Copycat Cities
Source China is known for being a copycat culture. They recently got into trouble for having fake Apple stores that sold fake […]
How Actor Sean Penn Helped Capture the World’s Biggest Drug Dealer
(Source) If you don’t know who Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman is, he’s basically the biggest drug dealer ever. His Mexican drug […]
Watch Some Young Girls Sing a Creepy Donald Trump Song
On Wednesday, in Pensacola, Florida, Donald Trump gave a speech to 10,000 of his supporters in his quest to become America’s […]
Japanese Mummies Are Way Cooler Than Egyptian Mummies
Unfortunately, Japanese mummies are not this hot Maybe he is more your type. (Source) “The mountains of Japan’s Yamagata prefecture are considered […]
Episode #20: Japan Military
Guest: Saki (Scroll down to listen to the podcast.) On this episode, I chat with Saki about the recent news about […]
It Is What It Is
It Is What It Is = there is nothing you can do to help or change the situation, so accept it Ex: […]
24 / 7
24 / 7 (pronounced: twenty four seven) = non stop, around the clock (Basically, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.) […]