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Beating Speaking Anxiety: 1. I’m scared of making mistakes

Montag, 19. Januar 2026 · 11 min

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Do you get anxious when speaking English? You’re not alone.
In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about how to increase your confidence speaking English, even when you make mistakes.
With professor of Chinese Han Luo and speaking coach Barnaby Griffiths.
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