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Speak with Nick

Nick Simcock

Speak English fluently and naturally - without the boring grammar drills! Join a certified British language coach in Italy for practical tips, cultural insights, and inspiring stories to make learning simple and fun. Stop studying, start speaking!
Accompagno gli italiani a parlare inglese in modo fluido e naturale.
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S2 · E2
Monday · 2 min
Active English Experience | Getting Organised
3 minutes of English with Nick. An Activate English Experience (not a boring lesson). Listen, write, think and use English in your life! Getting Organised - organise your life AND improve your English! Leggi la trascrizione completa sul mio sito mentre ascolti il podcast qui: www.speakwithnick.it podcast Non perderti il prossimo Active English Experience, iscriviti qui e ci mettiamo in contatto: www.speakwithnick.it free-practice-with-me
S2 · E1
August 31 · 1 min
Active English Experience | September Energy
2 minutes of English with Nick. An Activate English Experience (not a boring lesson). Listen, write, think and use the language in your life. What does your best September look like? Are you looking forward to this month? What are your plans? And how could September help you explore and discover new English? Leggi la trascrizione completa sul mio sito mentre ascolti il podcast qui: www.speakwithnick.it podcast Non perderti il prossimo Active English Experience, iscriviti qui e ci mettiamo in contatto: www.speakwithnick.it free-practice-with-me
#6
March 5 · 7 min
Charity Shops, Thrift & Vintage - Moving Beyond Fast Fashion
Improve your English listening skills while learning about an important part of everyday culture in the UK. Explore the world of charity shops, thrift stores, and vintage shopping. These colourful and unique places are a big part of British shopping culture and play an important role in the growing movement away from fast fashion and towards more ethical and sustainable consumption. Listen to this podcast, while reading a full transcript and on my website here: www.speakwithnick.it/charity-shops-thrift-vintage-moving-beyond-fast-fashion/
#5
January 28 · 8 min
Reading English for pleasure to improve naturally
Reading English for Pleasure is for English learners who want to improve their English naturally. Through stories, reflections, and real-life language, you’ll discover how reading for enjoyment builds vocabulary, confidence, and a deeper feeling for English, without studying, translating, or pressure. Listen to this podcast and read a full transcript on my website here: https://www.speakwithnick.it/reading-english-for-pleasure-to-improve-naturally/
#4
Dec 10, 2025 · 5 min
5 Fun British Christmas Traditions
In this episode, we slow down to reduce the stress of the Christmas season by discovering some fun British Christmas traditions. From Christmas crackers and mince pies to Boxing Day and colourful Christmas jumpers, you’ll learn about English curiosities that bring the holiday spirit to life. Relax, and enjoy a cozy moment of English learning. 🇮🇹 Se sei italiano e vuoi seguire questo episodio parola per parola, trovi la trascrizione completa e la sezione Language Focus sul mio sito: speakwithnick.it/podcast. Discover my English speaking community: English Second Nature
#3
Nov 26, 2025 · 6 min
Embrace Your Errors and Start Speaking English Today!
Why do so many Italians hesitate to speak English? One word: fear. Fear of mistakes. Fear of not being “ready”. But here’s the truth: speaking improves only by speaking - yes, even with mistakes! I'm Nick Simcock, certified language coach, and I help Italians unlock their English by transforming fear into progress. In this episode, we dive into the mindsets that block you and the simple shifts that can finally set your English free. 🇮🇹 Se sei italiano e vuoi seguire questo episodio parola per parola, trovi la trascrizione completa e la sezione Language Focus sul mio sito: speakwithnick.it/podcast. Discover my community: English Second Nature
#2
Oct 15, 2025 · 8 min
How to use AI for your English
What are the best ways to use AI for your English? And what are the limitations and drawbacks? AI is an amazing tool to help you with your English, but real human interaction remains the key to success! On my website you can find the full transcript www.speakwithnick.it podcast Se sei italiano e vuoi capire ogni parola di questo podcast, vai sul mio sito dove potrai ascoltarmi mentre segui la trascrizione completa. In più, troverai la sezione “Language Focus” per scoprire le frasi più particolari che uso.
#1
Aug 25, 2025 · 11 min
How to Make Real Progress with English! Motivation vs. Habits
Why does your motivation come and go? How can you make real progress with your English? If you’re feeling inspired and motivated to really improve your English, that’s great! But beyond your motivation and desire to do it, you need something more: the power of habits! Se sei italiano e vuoi capire ogni parola di questo podcast, vai sul mio sito www.speakwithnick.it podcast dove potrai ascoltarmi mentre segui la trascrizione completa. In più, troverai la sezione “Language Focus” per scoprire le frasi più particolari che uso.
S1 · E1
May 26, 2025 · 10 min
Fascinating Japan
I share some memories of a fantastic two week tour we did in Japan in 2010. I’m reminded of our trip because this year the World Expo is held in Osaka. Listen and read a full transcript here: www.speakwithnick.it podcast
Apr 17, 2025 · 8 min
Go with the flow - canoeing on England’s canals and rivers
In this podcast I remember my Dad and the canoeing adventures that we had together in England. I recount some of the history and fascinating aspects of the canals in England. You can listen to this podcast and practice your speaking while reading a complete transcript on my website: https://www.speakwithnick.it/go-with-the-flow/
Mar 20, 2025 · 8 min
Small Talk - what, why and how!
Small talk is warm and spontaneous conversation about light topics. It’s simple informal chat exchanged with a smile. However, the act of ‘striking up a conversation’ can produce a magic ‘social glue’! Listen to my voice and follow a full transcript on my website. There’s also a language focus to help you with some of the more unusual phrases I’ve used. www.speakwithnick.it/podcast/
Feb 10, 2025 · 6 min
Love for all : Galentine’s, Valentine’s and Singles
It’s Valentine’s week. Are you feeling the love? No? If you’re not head over heels in love don’t worry, there’s something for everyone! Love isn’t just about romance, it’s about friendship, family, and most importantly, self-love. For a full transcript of this podcast visit my website:https://www.speakwithnick.it/category/podcast/
Jan 8, 2025 · 4 min
Happiness in a jar
A happiness jar is a great way to combat the tendency that we have to look on the bad side of life. On my website you can listen to my voice as you read the transcript and there’s a 'language focus' to help you with some of the more unusual phrases I’ve used. Go to ⁠www.speakwithnick.it podcast⁠ Ciao for now!
Dec 11, 2024 · 5 min
Secret Santa and other great Christmas present ideas!
Here are a few great ideas to take the consumerism out of Christmas and spread the joy of giving a little further. On my website you can listen to my voice as you read the transcript and there’s a 'language focus' to help you with some of the more unusual phrases I’ve used. Go to www.speakwithnick.it podcast Happy Christmas and Ciao for now!
Nov 12, 2024 · 5 min
A Great British Autumn Day
Autumn should feel like a warm cosy Sunday. Nothing should be rushed. In this podcast I talk about walking in nature, food, harvest festivals and relaxing at home. Listen to this podcast and read a full transcript on my website here: https://www.speakwithnick.it/category/podcast/
Oct 5, 2024 · 6 min
Pubs and Beers in the UK and Ireland
In this podcast I take you to the UK and give you the lowdown on how to navigate the pub and beer! On my website you can read the transcript as you listen. There’s also a language focus to help you with some of the more unusual phrases I use. https://www.speakwithnick.it/category/podcast/
Sep 12, 2024 · 7 min
How to integrate English into Your Life
In this podcast I give you three simple tips and 1 super hack to integrate English into your life, start today! On my website you can listen and read the transcript at the same time. There is also a language focus to help you with some of the more unusual phrases I use. https://www.speakwithnick.it/category/podcast/
Aug 16, 2024 · 7 min
Improve your English and life with handwriting
In this podcast I talk about the benefits of handwriting. As an English learner, the physical act of putting pen to paper will strengthen the neural connections in your brain. Call it a diary, a journal or simply my notes, writing can also bring great calming clarity to your life. Listen to this podcast on my website and read a full transcript. There’s also a language focus to help you with some of the more unusual phrases. Here is the link: https://www.speakwithnick.it/improve-your-english-and-life-with-handwriting/
Jul 18, 2024 · 22 min
Fly & Drive California 🇺🇸
My favourite memories from our two week Fly and Drive to California back in 2007. You can listen to this podcast and read a full transcript on my website. / Puoi ascoltare questo podcast e leggere contemporaneamente una trascrizione completa sul mio sito: www.speakwithnick.it/fly-drive-california
Jun 20, 2024 · 10 min
Italy UK Road Trip
This year, my family and I decided to take a road trip to England from our home in northern Italy. It was a trip that took us to five different countries: Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium and England. Listen to this podcast with a full transcript and a language focus to help you on my website here: ⁠https://www.speakwithnick.it/category/podcast/

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