📉"In this economy?" — You've probably heard this phrase, but do you know what it really means?

This episode of the Learn English Podcast breaks down the most important recession vocabulary words and phrases you will hear in American news, at work, and all over social media. From layoffs and severance packages to golden parachutes and vibesessions — each term is explained clearly in context so you can understand and use it naturally.

Designed for intermediate English learners (B1–B2), this episode covers real-world vocabulary around economics, work, and money — and explains how Americans actually talk about financial hardship. With recession fears growing in the United States and around the world, these are words you will be hearing a lot.

Learn American English naturally through real topics that matter — not grammar drills.

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