Are you scared of small talk in English? Do you worry about "terrible silence" or not knowing what to say? This video will solve that problem. Welcome to the Better English Podcast! My name is James, and this is a 150-sentence masterclass in English small talk. This is a Slow Listening and Speaking Practice for A2-B1 level learners. You will learn the exact sentences to use in almost any situation, from greeting a colleague to ending a conversation politely. HOW TO PRACTICE WITH THIS VIDEO: This is an active lesson. You must speak! I will say each sentence very slowly. I will say it at a normal, clear speed. I will explain what it means and when to use it. When I say, "Now you try," PAUSE THE VIDEO and say the sentence out loud. Press play and continue! WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS MASTERCLASS: Part 1: Greetings & Easy Openers (How to say "hello" and "how are you" in different ways) Part 2: The Easiest Topic - The Weather (The safest topic for all situations) Part 3: At the Office & School (Monday greetings, Friday goodbyes, and exam talk) Part 4: Hobbies & Personal Life (TV, movies, food, travel, and more) Part 5: The SECRET to Good Small Talk (How to listen and ask follow-up questions) Part 6: At a Party or Event (How to talk to new people) Part 7: Ending the Conversation Politely (How to say "goodbye" without being rude) YOUR TASK! 👇 I have a question for you. Please write your answer in the comments: What is your favorite small talk question to ask? (I love to ask, "Are you watching anything interesting on Netflix?") If you find this lesson helpful, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the Better English Podcast so you never miss a practice session. #SmallTalk #EnglishListening #SlowEnglish #EnglishSpeaking #BetterEnglishPodcast #LearnEnglish #EnglishConversation