Episode 36: How to Continue a Conversation (Not Stop It) | Think in English: The Podcast Do you ever start a conversation in English... and then it just stops? That awkward silence falls, and suddenly you have no idea what to say next? 😅 We've all been there! In this super practical and fun Episode 36, your hosts Lily and Ben show you easy, natural ways to keep any conversation flowing smoothly – no more awkward dead ends! Perfect for every level of English learner (beginners, intermediate, and advanced): Discover the big difference between closed questions and powerful open-ended questions Learn everyday phrases like "Tell me more", "That reminds me of...", "What do you think?", and dozens more – all highlighted and repeated so you can remember them easily Tons of real-life examples, role-plays, and scenarios (parties, work, travel, food, hobbies, and everyday chats) Interactive moments where you can pause and repeat phrases out loud to practice speaking right away Plenty of light-hearted jokes, warm encouragement, and positive energy to make learning feel fun and stress-free Helpful tips on active listening, smooth topic changes, useful idioms, and even handling quiet moments or disagreements By the end of the episode, you'll feel much more confident turning short small talk into real, enjoyable conversations. Start using these tips today and watch your English speaking skills grow! 🌟 If you're learning English, this episode will be a total game-changer for you. Hit like 👍, subscribe, and turn on notifications for new episodes every week! Drop a comment below: What's your biggest conversation challenge in English? Or tell us which phrase you're going to try first! 👇 We'd love to hear from you. #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #ConversationSkills #EnglishSpeaking #ThinkInEnglish #EnglishForBeginners #FluentEnglish #SmallTalk #EnglishTips#ThinkinEnglish #ThinkinEnglishThePodcast #EnglishPodcast #LearnEnglish #EnglishConversation #EnglishPractice #SpeakingPractice #EnglishLearningPodcast