Do you know how to interrupt others in English? Today, learn how interruption is a part of American speaking culture, and how you can participate! Americans often interrupt each other. It can appear rude, and can cause frustration, but it happens. Don’t take it personally. Instead, learn how it works so you can take part in this aspect of spoken American English culture. There are many phrases you can use when being interrupted, or when interrupting others. Some of them include: * Sorry or Oops: These might be said not only by the person doing the interrupting, but also by the person who is interrupted. * Go ‘head (ahead) and No, you go: These phrases permit the other person to interrupt you. * No problem: This indicates that you are okay with the interruption that just occurred. Other common interruption phrases include: * What was that? * Uh huh. * Oh? What other ways have you heard Lindsay and Michelle interrupt each other on past episodes of All Ears English? Tell us in the comments section below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why is dating in a big American city so difficult? Today, returning guest Jessica Coyle talks about some of the obstacles, and shares 3 tips to improve your odds of success! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the IELTS English exam? Who takes it, and why? Today, Lindsay and Jessica discuss all the basics of the IELTS exam! Taking IELTS? Get our free IELTS video course now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can you achieve English fluency where you live? Today, find out why you don’t have to live in an English-speaking country to become fluent in English! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you know the difference between “by” and “until”? Today, learn how they’re not the same, and how to use them like a native speaker! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you getting to the point in English? Today, learn 3 reasons you might be talking in circles when it comes to business English, and how you can get your point across more precisely! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you want to impress the examiner in the IELTS speaking section? Today, find out why exaggerating will give you a better score! Taking IELTS? Get our free IELTS video training now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it mean to "be somebody"? On today's Deep Thoughts Thursday, hear a quote that will inspire you to be specific in your career choice! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you in danger of making a cultural mistake in writing? Today, learn the biggest cultural mistake people make in Writing Task 2 of the IELTS! Taking IELTS? Get our free IELTS video course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the arts take your English to a higher level? Today, Lindsay talks with TEDx speaker and ESL expert Mindy Young about how to use music, painting and poetry in learning English! Come back to our site to learn more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you address people in English? Today, Lindsay and Michelle tell you what you should call people, and when! Come back to our site to learn more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What should you bring to your IELTS exam? When should you go, and what should you watch out for? Today, Lindsay and Jessica discuss how you can be prepared to succeed on your IELTS test day! Taking IELTS? Get our free IELTS video training now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices