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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the topics David and Stephanie will talk about in this session:

Why were 70 passengers on flight SQ321 taken to hospital?
How has Netflix attracted 40 million new users?
Have you ever been scammed or ripped off buying tickets for concerts?

This is the last News Talk in this Series. We'll be back!

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Recorded: 27th May 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

APOLOGIES FOR A TECHNICAL ISSUE during the recording of this live session

Here are a few clues about the topics David and Stephanie will talk about in this session:

Should ‘assisted dying’ be legal?
How will Microsoft’s Bill Gates’ ex-wife spend $12.5 bn?
How much will a McChicken burger, 4 nuggets, fries and a drink cost in the US in June?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 20th May 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is India's biggest problem?
Why were Charles and Harry in London and did they meet?
Which country won Eurovision? (and do you care?)

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 13th May 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

How will teachers in Tennessee soon be able to protect their students?
How many deliveries does Zipline drone delivery company plan to make every day?
How often do we check our phones (and how much time do we spend) every day?

Join us next in two weeks for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 29th April 2024

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🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is the latest ‘first’ for Donald Trump?
What will anyone born after 2009 NOT be able to do in the UK?
Which city experienced its largest amount of rainfall in 75years?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 22nd April 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which important religious festival ended last week?
How many hours a week should we work?
Which city now has a 5€ entry fee for tourists?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 15th April 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

To which country is the President of Botswana threatening to send 20,000 elephants?
What’s the minimum wage for fast food workers now in California?
How much is this year’s biggest lottery prize in the US?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 8th April 2024

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😱 😡 A common (or even coarse) expression of surprise or anger. Let's find out how and when people use this phrase and whether it’s right for you!

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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🤔 Ever felt unsure about something or someone? Then 'dodgy' might be the word you were looking for. Let's learn what it means and when to use it.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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💰 Time to talk money. Let's explore where this word comes from and how to use it.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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🚽 Have you heard of 'loo'? It's another word for ‘toilet’ in British English. Let's look at where it comes from and how to use this common word.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which sweet products is soaring in price and why?
What new tax is Biden proposing if re-elected in November?
Which is the ‘happiest’ country in the world ?

Join us in 2 weeks for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 25th March 2024

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😜 Want to know about friendly (or not so friendly) teasing? 'Take the mickey' is all about that. Let's look at its meaning and how and when it's used.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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😴 Ever been or felt super tired? 'Knackered' might be the perfect word to describe that feeling. Come learn about this word and when people use it.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which social media app may be banned in the US?
How many unused electronic items does every UK home have?
What is Daylight Saving time (and should we get rid of it?)

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 18th March 2024

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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😄 Have you ever felt super proud and happy? 'Chuffed' is the word! Let's discover what it means and how people use it.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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😔 Feeling really, really sad? 'Gutted' might be the word for you. Join us to learn what it means how people use it in everyday conversations.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Who is now likely to be the next President of the US?
What action is now a constitutional right in France ?
Which film was the big winner at the Oscars?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 11th March 2024

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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🍻 Ever wonder why Brits say 'cheers' so much? Let's talk about it! We'll explore where this word comes from and the different ways it's used in daily life.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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😎 OK mate? This is a very common word that friends use a lot in Britain and Australia. We'll learn where it comes from and how to use it correctly.

🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

In Asia, which basic food is expensive and hard to find?
Which product has Apple decided NOT to build?
NASA offers 1 year living in a simulated version of which planet? (Interested? )

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 4th March 2024

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which are now the most valuable companies in the world?
What is the Icon of Seas and why is it making waves?
Which countries offer the ‘right to disconnect’ after work? (Does yours?)

Join us next 4th March 2024 on our YouTube channel for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 26th February 2024

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is the latest “first” for an Elon Musk company?
What problem is Europe’s most valuable company helping with?
Who is affected by a new law relating to using public bathrooms in US states?

Join us in 2 weeks the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 5th February 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is BYD and what does Elon Musk want to do about it?
Who is Kenneth Smith and what happened to him?
What action are unhappy fans taking against Madonna?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 29th January 2024

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

To which country does Britain plan to send asylum seekers?
Is it possible to promote that climate change doesn’t exist on youtube?
By how much have the world’s 5 richest men increased their wealth in the past 5 years?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 22nd January 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

In which country did all the passengers and crew escape a plane that burst into flames?
Why is the New York Times suing Open AI and Microsoft?
Which films won at the Golden globes (and do you care?)

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 15th January 2024

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

The stories in this episode:

Good news story of the year
Person of the Year 2023
Word of the Year

News Talk will be back on 15th January 2024

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Recorded: 18th December 2023

⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What was the good news from Dubai’s COP 28?
Which Brazilian state wants money from which company for using its name?
Which country is repealing a tobacco ban and which country is introducing a ban on single use vapes?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 11th December 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Who is Sam Altman and why is he in the news?
How much meat is wasted each year (worldwide)?
What’s the importance of November 23, 24th and today?

Join us next 11th December 2023 for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 27th November 2023

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😲🤔 Have you never said 'You have to be kidding!’? You must be joking! This popular idiom is one of the most common ways to express disbelief. 🙃 In our newest podcast, we look at the use and variations of this lighthearted idiom which is such a natural and informal way of expressing surprise and astonishment. We’re not kidding ! 🎧

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👐🆘 Need to 'give a hand' or looking for some help? 👐 In this podcast episode, we’re lending you a big hand to understand how offering a hand became synonymous with offering assistance, and some useful examples that'll give you a hand to incorporate caring expression into your everyday English! 🎧

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💚🤢 Ever felt 'green with envy'? 🌱👀 We examine this colourful expression in our latest podcast episode! Learn why envy turned green (even before Shakespeare’s time) and how this phrase grew into a common way to describe jealousy. You may turn green with envy if you miss it! 🎧

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🐘🚪 What's big and silent, and central to our conversation? It's 'the elephant in the room'! 🤫 In this podcast episode, we look at how and why we use this huge idiom. Discover how a metaphorical elephant became the symbol for big issues issues that no one wants to talks about. Ready for an eye-opening journey? Tune in and let's address the elephant together! 🎧

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🌌💥 Have you ever had something happen totally 'out of the blue'? 🤷‍♂️🌈 In this podcast, discover what the full expression is as well as its origin and examples of how you can use it correctly ' when something unexpected or ‘out of the blue’ happens to you. 🎧

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What did the leaders of 2 superpowers discuss when they met?
Which city had its first ever electric air taxi flight?
Which TV show tells the story of the death of a famous princess?

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Recorded: 20th November 2023

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🧊👣 Got 'cold feet' about something? 🤔🧊 We hope you warm to the possible origins behind this chilly idiom and how it became linked to nervousness, second thoughts and weddings that never happened!

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What does it mean when 'the ball is in your court'? 🎾🏀
It’s not just about sports! On In our next podcast, we’ll toss you the origin of this game-changing saying and serve up examples where you can use it. Ready to play? Then catch this episode, because the ball's in your court now! 🎧🏆

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Ever paid so much it felt like it 'cost an arm and a leg'?
💰😩 We're counting the cost of this expression in our new podcast episode! Learn how this idiom became best way to describe expensive things. Listen to examples that won’t cost an arm and a leg. In fact, they are free and worth every penny! 🎧

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Think it's 'raining cats and dogs'🐱🐶 ?
🤔 That's an oldie!
In our latest podcast, we splash into where this soggy saying came from and why it's fading away. 🌧️🚫 But don't float away yet. Tune into our downpour of modern phrases that will help you understand how people really talk about heavy rain today 🎧💬

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Is there anything really as great as 'the best thing since sliced bread'? 🤷‍♂️🎉 Join us as we explain the origin of this delicious compliment and how to use it to describe people as well as things
Ready to loaf around with some fun facts? Tune in to our podcast - it's possibly the best thing since sliced bread🎧🍞

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Ever 'spilled the beans' and shared a secret? 🙊
I this podcast episode, we're pouring out the story behind this quirky phrase. From ancient voting rituals to accidental gossip, discover why spilling beans means letting the cat out of the bag. Tune in - it's time to spill the beans on 'spill the beans'! 🎧👂

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Feeling sick or just not right? We say we're 'under the weather.' 🤒 But why? What's the Story? 🚢 Sail with us in our podcast as we find out where this saying comes from. You'll get fun examples of how to use this phrase today. (So grab your headphones and listen 🎧⚓

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Curious why we say 'keep in the loop'?
🤔 In this podcast, we circle back to the roots of this inclusive phrase. 🧶🔄 Join us as we look at examples of how this idiom is used in business and for everyday use. Let’s keep you in the loop and make sure you staying informed!🎧

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"Believe it when pigs can fly"? 🐷✈️
Learn why flying pigs became the symbol for the unbelievable. Tune in and learn how you can use this porky expression correctly 🎧🌟

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Ever wonder why a simple task is called a 'piece of cake'? 🤷‍♂️🍰 Tune into our delicious podcast episode where we serve up fun facts and examples to make learning English a... well, piece of cake! 🎧

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Ready to 'hit the hay' after a long day? 🌟 But wait, why do we even say that? Listen as we discuss the sleepy origin of 'hit the hay'...or 'hit the sack'.🚜🌾Press play to tuck into this bedtime story before you actually hit the hay tonight!🎧😴

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Ever 'dropped the ball' on something important?
🙈We all make mistakes, but where did this saying come from and how do we use it? 🏈🎈 Tune in to hear examples of how you can use this popular phrase today tales from the times of old games to the plays of today 🎧

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Ever had to 'bite the bullet' and face something tough? 🤔💪
In this podcast episode, we're chomping down on the gritty origins of this brave phrase and exploring how "biting the bullet" became a metaphor for enduring the hard stuff.
So if you've got a minute to learn something cool, press play and join the adventure! 🎧🏹

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

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This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What brought world leaders and Elon Musk to the UK?
What fees cost Americans $130 billion last year?
Why is 2023 year a special year for Disney?

Join us next on the 20th of November for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 6th November 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which country is now limiting exports of graphite
In which country did the Prime Minister join a one day strike?
What does “hallow” and “een” mean (and do you celebrate in your country?)

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Recorded: 30th October 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

To meet climate goals, by 2030 the world needs to spend $600bn a year on what?
What is the biggest problem with remote working for bosses?
In which country are French Champagne companies planting vineyards?

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Recorded: 23rd October 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is causing a big danger for satellites and spacecraft?
In the US who earns more an automaker or a fast food worker?
What is ‘bugging’ Parisians?

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Recorded: 16th October 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What $1 million prize was awarded to a Hungarian and an American?
By 2050, how many people in the world will be 'older people'?
What are people choosing NOT to have for breakfast?

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Recorded: 9th October 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What climate ‘disaster’ has the UK government agreed to?
How is Amazon Prime Video planning to increase revenue?
Why is google celebrating?

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Recorded: 4th September 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which G20 country will go from the 5th largest economy to the 3rd largest by 2027?
Whose kiss could potentially be a criminal offence?
Which 61 year old rock band is releasing a new album?

Join us next 2nd October for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 11th September 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What food import from Japan has China banned ?
When could humans be living on the moon?
What is dangerous to do with your smartphone?

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Recorded: 4th September 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

On which island are over 1100 people still missing?
What do today’s young adults (18-42) feel about marriage?
Which (European) countries offer the most days of paid vacation?

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Recorded: 28th August 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is the latest food to surge in price and why?
What was Galactic 02?
Should there be equal pay in for men and women in sports?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 21st August 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What is a ‘greenlash’? and what is its impact?
What is the new third way to lose weight? (And would you try it?)
Is it important to speak English with a native speaker accent?

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Recorded: 7th August 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Why has an ‘X’ replaced a bird?
Which is bigger? Barbie or Oppenheimer?
How can men live as long as women?

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Recorded: 31st July 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Should Hollywood actors be on strike?
Does Drinking Diet Coke Give You Cancer?
Which countries are going to be more popular holiday destinations?

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Recorded: 24th July 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

African countries will receive 18 million vaccine doses again which disease ( and which country has it just re-appeared in?)
Which small country will have the same population as the US in 2050?
Which sport has the highest prize money?

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Recorded: 17th July 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What trade restrictions are China and the US going to impose on each other?
What new service has social media giant Meta launched?
What new recycling system is France testing in its supermarkets?

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Recorded: 10th July 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Joe Biden plans to invest $42 billion in what over the next 7 years?
What impact will the Titanic sub tradgedy have on the space industry?
What European country expects record tourism after border changes this year?

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Recorded: 3rd July 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

How many days did 4 young children survive in the Amazon jungle on their own?
What is the UK government’s plan to manage the obesity crisis?
A ‘final song’ by which world famous English rock group will be released after more than 40 years

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Recorded: 19th June 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What was the cause of India’s deadliest train crash in two decades?
What new Apple product costs $3499 (and will you buy one?)
What superlative do these men (of course) share: Joe Biden, King Charles and Al Pacino?

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Recorded: 12th June 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

How much tax payers money was wasted in the US in 2022?
What type of job vacancy is Germany finding difficult to fill?
How can you study more effectively (and not longer)?

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Recorded: 5th June 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which global organisation is going to receive a 20% increase in contributions from member countries?
In what country are ‘traditional values’ in serious decline?
Which country has banned short-haul domestic flights?

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Recorded: 29th May 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What temperature limit is likely to be exceeded in the next 5 years?
Why are film makers at the Cannes Film Festival feeling optimistic?
What can you do to sleep better?

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Recorded: 22nd May 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

How will the jobs market change by 2027?
When and how do you celebrate Mother’s Day in your country?
Did the best song win Eurovision?

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Recorded: 15th May 2023

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👑🎉 The countdown is on!
In just a few hours, we'll witness the coronation of Charles III, the next King of the United Kingdom. 📅 May 6th, 2023.

From centuries-old traditions to a vision for a modern and sustainable future, this coronation is a celebration of the past, present, and future of British monarchy.

Listen to this podcast to learn some key facts of this upcoming ceremony.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Who is celebrating today and why?
Who is NOT planning to enjoy the celebrations next Saturday ( May 6th?)
What baby names -for boys and girls- are popular this year?

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Recorded: 1st May 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which European capital is telling young British men to ‘stay away’?
In New York a new law will make it illegal for employers to discriminate based on _____?
A new study finds that coffee is good or bad for you?

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Recorded: 24th April 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What will the UK government offer cigarette smokers to stop them smoking?
Why have some wealthy property owners in Los Angeles been in a hurry to sell?
Why is tipping becoming a problem in the US?

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Recorded: 17th April 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What legal action are Prince Harry and Elton John taking against the owner of the Daily Mail newspaper?
How free is ‘free shipping’ with Amazon (and other online retailers)?
Which sector of the travel industry is experiencing record demand?

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Recorded: 3rd April 2023

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.
Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

March 22nd is the UN World Day for which of our planet’s essential resources?
What happened at 2.00 am (UK) on Sunday morning?
Which country’s people are the happiest in the world?

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Recorded: 27th March 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Why are people protesting about pensions in France?
How many UK restaurants use food delivery company Deliveroo?
Should you sleep with your pet? (And do you?)

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Recorded: 20th March 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What will be protected following an important new treaty completed by 100 countries at the UN?
What new service is Meta (FB and IG) launching for its users?
How much booze (alcohol) is safe to drink?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 13th March 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which social media app is being banned by government agencies?
The world’s second largest chain of what type of entertainment is in danger of closing down?
What common vegetables are nearly impossible to find in British supermarkets at the moment?

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Recorded: 6th March 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Where will it be impossible to buy a petrol or diesel car from 2035?
Which political leader resigned suddenly?
In which city are workers saving over 4000 euros/dollars a year by working remotely?

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Recorded: 20th February 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which countries have been hit by devastating earthquakes?
Which new app already has 100 million users in 2 months
What’s the most popular gift for St Valentine’s Day

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 13th February 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which global US tech giant experienced strikes in the US and now in the UK for the first time?
What will be the latest new sport at the 2024 Olympics?
Which jobs are most popular with today’s young adults?

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Recorded: 30th January 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which is the latest tech company to cut thousands of jobs?
Which animal is a big danger to our global climate?
Who wants to pay more taxes?

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Recorded: 23rd January 2023

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

How much will the CEO of the largest US oil company earn in 2023?
What percentage of people in England and Wales now say they have ’no religion’?
What is the Oxford English Dictionary’s Word of the Year?

News Talk will be back in January 2023. Stay tuned!

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 12th December 2022

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Elon Musk is the CEO of Twitter and how many other companies?
How much did Americans spend online on Black Friday and Cyber Monday?
What do you think are the top destinations to visit in 2023? (And your choice?)

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 5th December 2022

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which country is hosting the World Cup?
What’s the title of Prince Harry’s new book?
What do actors Brad Pitt, George Clooney and now Chris Evans, have in common

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

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Recorded: 28th November 2022

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Why have shares in streaming giant Netflix surged?
How is luxury goods brand Hermes reacting to a likely recession?
What is Patagonia founder doing with his $3 billion clothing company?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 7th November 2022

Welcome to this week’s News Talk 🎃 Halloween Special

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

What percentage (%) of the world’s wildlife has disappeared in the last 50 years?
In Britain what is the impact of the cost of living crisis on families with pets?
Can you name the scariest movies of all time?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

Recorded: 31st October 2022

We are delighted to have News Talk back!

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

Which famous spy is 60 this year?
How much is the most expensive apartment in America?
Which is everyone’s least favourite emoji?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk.
And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com
Recorded: 24th October 2022

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On August 22nd they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- What is the latest food that could be in limited supply?
- What’s special about China’s robotaxis?
- What new flavours of ice cream can you buy in London? (And would you try them?)

Last in series! Please stay tuned for more new formats coming soon to you.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On August 15th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- How many new jobs were created in the US last month?
- Which star of the hit musical movie ‘Grease’ has died?
- Why should teenagers get up later?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On August 8th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Where do a third of young American adults live and plan to stay?
- What do you call a combination of an aircraft and a ferry?
- In which sport did England's women’s become Champions of Europe ?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On August 1st they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- What will the population of the world be by the end of 2022?
- Which billionaire is planning to give away most of his money?
- Who is the oldest man in the world?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On July 25th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Which Sout Asian country is suffering severe political and economic crises?
- Which European countries are experiencing temperatures over 40C?
- Which vegetable is 95% water?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On July 20th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Which country leader quit as Prime Minister?
- What substances did 284 million adults take in 2020?
- What festival is the Spanish city of Pamplona famous for?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On July 11th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Why is the Vatican happy with US?
- What type of transportation company is Uber?
- Which city is the most liveable city in the world?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On July 4th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- What item of clothing has been banned in France?
- Which word famous music festival has returned after 3 years?
- What’s special about Amazon’s new delivery service?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On June 27th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Which country is the UK planning to send illegal migrants to?
- Which new Disney film will not open in at least 14 countries?
- Where is the hottest place on earth?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On June 20th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- What drug is now legal in Thailand?
- Which audio streaming company plans to earn $100bn per year by 2032?
- How much did Britain’s biggest ever lottery winners win?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On June 13th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Which actor sued his ex-wife for $50m?
- What kind of cars are growing in popularity this year?
- And what currency is also becoming increasingly popular?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On June 6th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- Who wants to pay more taxes?
- How many years has Elizabeth II been Queen?
- Where did a teenage gunman kill 19 children?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

www.perfectlyspoken.com

Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our broadcast live on social media channels where Stephanie Marston (Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken) and David de Jager ( Managing Director at Perfectly Spoken) talk about 3 hot stories in the news.

During this live session David and Stephanie chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

On May 30th they talked about 3 stories. Here are a few clues
- What’s the name of Tom Cruise’s latest film?
- Which artist’s painting was sold for $67.5 million dollars?
- Which online company has opened its first physical shop?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply check out our social media channels for more information.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Practise your English with News Flash Roundup, a short summary of carefully selected news stories from around the world.

· Listening comprehension practice

· Learn new vocabulary

· Stay up to date with the latest news stories

Subscribe to access a longer version, video with English captions, with full transcript and vocabulary explanations.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and learn more about our News Flash Series

And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Practise your English with News Flash Roundup, a short summary of carefully selected news stories from around the world.

· Listening comprehension practice

· Learn new vocabulary

· Stay up to date with the latest news stories

Subscribe to access a longer version, video with English captions, with full transcript and vocabulary explanations.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and learn more about our News Flash Series

And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Practise your English with News Flash Roundup, a short summary of carefully selected news stories from around the world.

· Listening comprehension practice

· Learn new vocabulary

· Stay up to date with the latest news stories

Subscribe to access a longer version, video with English captions, with full transcript and vocabulary explanations.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and learn more about our News Flash Series

And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Practise your English with News Flash Roundup, a short summary of carefully selected news stories from around the world.

Listening comprehension practice
Learn new vocabulary
Stay up to date with the latest news stories

Subscribe to access a longer version, video with English captions, with full transcript and vocabulary explanations.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and learn more about our News Flash Series

And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Practise your English with News Flash Roundup, a short summary of carefully selected news stories from around the world.

· Listening comprehension practice

· Learn new vocabulary

· Stay up to date with the latest news stories

Subscribe to access a longer version, video with English captions, with full transcript and vocabulary explanations.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and learn more about our News Flash Series

And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Are you a concious shopper?

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Some secrets about England's national flower

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Interesting facts about the Red Planet. Don't miss it!

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including bite-sized lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

How much do you know about flags of the world?

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including mini lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

The letter combination “ph” is commonly pronounced ...Listen to this podcast!

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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4 reasons why you should try to go to an opera

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Food facts that you will love to know

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Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Did you know that FIAT is an acronym? Listen and learn

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you think? Listen to what reports and studies say

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Still not clear about UK & GB? Listen to this podcast

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Ever thougt about moving to the UK? This is a must then.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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If you like pop music: this podcast is for you!

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Did you know that the UK invented 5 sports? Listen and find out

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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You'd better be hungry!

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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If you do meet the Queen of England, how should you address her?

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Get ready to learn interesting facts about this all-American fast-food chain

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Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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A popular legend from Irish and Scottish folklore

Can you think of 3 letter words with an x? Get ready for this challenge!

5 special people making news this summer

Welcome to this new Summer Special edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you know about this pioneering and inspirational broadcaster? Listen and find out

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Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you know about the British seaside? Have you ever visited a coastal town?

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about working remotely.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Do you know which country has the most native speakers of English?

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about salaries and performance in organistations.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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British people’s favourite topic of conversation.

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about different negotiation tactics.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about communication issues in organistations.

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Did you know that Pubs are an integral part of social life in Britain? Learn more about them.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

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Riddles are a fun way to play with language. Try these 5 and then listen to find the answers.

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about project management.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Have you ever heard of David Hockney? Listen and discover more about this famous English painter.

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about five current long-term trends.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Did you know that J is the tenth letter in the modern English alphabet?

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about personal branding.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Could you build an igloo?

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about cryptocurrencies.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you know about hedgehogs? Listen to this podcast and find out.

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis discuss about the need of meetings.

For the complete podcast, transcript and practice activities simply join Perfectly Spoken's
Business English for Professionals Programme.
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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you know about this important religious holiday ?

Let's talk Business with professional Business English trainers Anna Cochrane & Stuart Lewis.
In this podcast, Anna & Stuart discuss about different styles in organistations.

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Business English for Professionals Programme.

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you know about the Oscars?
Test yourself with this mini quiz and the listen for the answers

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including mini lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including mini lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

Learn more about News Flash Series on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including mini lessons based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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Before you start yawning, listen to this podcast!
Sleep tight!

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Can you guess how many people don't have a hobby? Listen and find out

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In this mini podcast we look at 5 practical things you can do to stay positive.

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What do you know about the famous Japanese media franchise Pokémon?

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What do you think…? Listen to this podcast and find out

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You are going to listen to a mini podcast describing the process, but before you do, are these statements True or False? What do you think?

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Did you know that Q is one of the least used letters in English? Before you listen, can you guess the 5 words that are being described? I’ll give you a clue….. they all start with Q!

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How much do you know about the Chinese New Year?

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Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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4th February : World Cancer Day.

From Perfectly Spoken we would like to give all our support and love to all people fighting against cancer on this very special day, as well as their friends and families.

A special thanks to all doctors and clinical researchers that make new treatments available.

Welcome to a new edition of News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

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Are you a fan of music legend David Bowie or Bowie?

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Do you know which are 2 of the most popular new year resolutions? Listen to this podcast to find out

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Welcome to News Flash Roundup brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

Roundup gives you a short summary of some of the latest topical and carefully selected stories in the news from around the world, along with vocabulary explanations to help you with your listening comprehension. This is then followed by an unedited version to help you practise listening to natural English

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What do you know about the London marathon?

Did you know that in English we have many different collective nouns to refer to groups of animals?

Phobia, from the Greek word phobos, meaning 'fear' . Learn about the most common phobias

Do you have a good memory? How do you think you can improve it? Listen to this podcast and answer the questions.

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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What do you know about jellyfish?

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Guess who's the world’s most famous fictional spy

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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The UK is a nation of pet lovers. Did you know that there are over 50 million of them?

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Each year we celebrate World Television Day. Let’s test how much you know about TV

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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What do the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower have in common? Listen to this podcast and find out

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Do you know what a ‘bucket list” is? Today it’s quite a common list to create.

Listen and find out what a bucket list is...

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Here are some interesting facts about the United Nations (UN).

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Do you know what’s the most popular food in the world? Make your guess before you learn about it in this podcast

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Do you know what colour is associated with being really pleased with something? Learn 5 English idioms with colours in this mini podcast.

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Listen to the clues and work out who this famous person is.

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New words enter the English language all the time. Here are some of the latest.

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Are you thirsty? Time to learn about typical British drinks. Cheers!

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Do you know what is the most common word, letter and adjective in English? Listen and find out

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There are nearly 200,000 charities in the UK but can you explain what a charity is in English? Listen and find out.

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You may know the king of the jungle but which cat is the largest, and the fastest…?

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Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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Plastic. Miracle material or killer. Find out

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Listen and understand the safety instructions in English

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Do you know any idioms with 'cat' in them? To celebrate this special day, here are 3.

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No Festivals in 2020, but listen to some interesting facts and figures about Edinburgh Festivals.

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Join Natalie and watch the best moments of her live interviews with fun and interesting guests.

Don't miss it! With subtitles to make it easier for you to follow different accents

Are you concerned about our planet's sustainability? Learn about The Arctic.

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

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Join Natalie and watch the best moments of her live interviews with fun and interesting guests.

Don't miss it! With subtitles to make it easier for you to follow different accents

Interesting facts about the world’s longest reigning monarch.

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One year ago on 1st July 2019, we launched a new learning platform which 500,000 students from across the world use today. To celebrate our first anniversary, Natalie will interview Stephanie Marston, Teacher and Head of Educational Content at Perfectly Spoken.

In this week’s Talk Show, as part of Perfectly Spoken’s 1st anniversary celebrations, Natalie interviews Stephanie Marston, Head of Educational Content and B2 Course teacher at Perfectly Spoken. Stephanie now lives and works in Bournemouth on the south coast of England where she loves swimming in the sea and jogging along the beach

But Stephanie hasn’t always been an English language teacher. In this excerpt Stephanie explains a little about her previous career and how she ended up living in Japan for 4 years

Score a goal and learn English football match vocabulary with this podcast.

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Natalie Gommon interviews Rachel Rawlinson a musical theater artist known for Flushed Away (2006) and The Itch of the Golden Nit (2011).

Talk Show by Perfectly Spoken is the English language show where Natalie meets real people from around the world and finds about about funny, interesting and unusual things that have happened to them.

In this week’s Talk Show Natalie interviews Rachel Rawlinson a young adult musical theatre actor and singer who has worked all over the world and started performing at the age of 9 when she appeared in the musical ‘ Chitty Chitty Bang Bang in London’s West End’. Later in the show Rachel gives a beautiful live performance of the song ‘I dreamed a dream from the musical Les Mis.

In this excerpt Natalie tells Rachel where some listeners are tuning in from around the world and asks Rachel to name some of the other shows she has worked in and roles she has played

Interesting facts about the largest musical festival in the world.
Fortunately, the 2020 Edition is not cancelled, but will be virtual instead. Enjoy!

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

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In this week’s Talk Show Natalie interviews Chris Adams a personal fitness trainer from Gloucestershire in the UK. Chris has helped everyone from a gold medal winning paraolympian to a 74 year old who just wants to keep dancing 4 days a week.

Talk Show by Perfectly Spoken is the English language show where Natalie meets real people from around the world and finds about about funny, interesting and unusual things that have happened to them.

In this week’s Talk Show Natalie interviews Chris Adams a personal fitness trainer from Gloucestershire in the UK. Chris has helped everyone from a gold medal winning paraolympian to a 74 year old who just wants to keep dancing 4 days a week.

In this part of the show Natalie asks Chris for one piece of advice Chris would give to help everyone with their fitness and is surprised by the answer. To start, Natalie tells Chris about where some of the countries where listeners are tuning in from.

Do you know your bride from your groom? Listen to this mini podcast about wedding day vocabulary.

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

Learn more about News Flash Daily on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including courses based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice

Natalie Gommon interviews Meet Tomasz Muszynski and Lena Karlin.
Born in Poland, studied in Aberdeen. Now live in London.
Lena now has a PhD and works in Market Research and Tomasz helps refugees. Hear their fascinating story

Talk Show by Perfectly Spoken is the English language show where Natalie meets real people from around the world and finds about about funny, interesting and unusual things that have happened to them.

In this week’s Talk Show Natalie interviews husband and wife Tomasz and Lena, originally from Poland but who have been living in the UK for 11 years. They came to study at University in Scotland and chose the university, Aberdeen simply from a photograph

In this part of the show Natalie summarises some good advice they give about their experience of learning and improving your English but first she asks them if they regretted the way they chose their university!

Listen to the clues and work out who this famous person is.

Welcome a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

Learn more about News Flash Daily on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including courses based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice

Natalie Gommon interviews Caroline Mukisa, who is an online maths teacher based in Bahrain. She's just launched her own maths channel and tutorials so is fully up to date with online teaching.

Talk Show by Perfectly Spoken is the English language show where Natalie meets real people from around the world and finds about about funny, interesting and unusual things that have happened to them.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Caroline Mukisa a Maths teacher orginally from Cardiff in Wales but now living in Bahrain with her husband and 4 children. Natalie asks Caroline about her life in the Middle East, her fun approach of teaching maths and here she asks Caroline what her favourite word is in English and why..

There are 5 different ways of saying 0 in English. Do you know them? Listen and find out.

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

Learn more about News Flash Daily on our website.

Visit our website perfectlyspoken.com to create your account and access all our courses including courses based on global news, together with transcripts and other learning activities. And please tune in next week for more of the latest news summaries and vocabulary practice

Natalie Gommon will interview Rebecca who is head pastry chef at Wimbledon and has been making some amazing food goods for key workers and NHS staff whilst in lockdown.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Rebecca Marshman-Rondeau, Head Pastry Chef at Wimbledon Tennis Club. Natalie finds out about her about her job and working at Wimbledon asks her to mention, to ‘name drop’ some of the famous people she has met there...

Do you like reading? Talk about your favourite type of books in English.

Welcome to a new edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

Learn more about News Flash Daily on our website.

Natalie Gommon interviews Kate Ballantyne a student from Scotland who talks about her experience of volunteering at Oxfam and her love of learning French.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Kate Ballantyne a busy young lady from Scotland about to start university and who has a passion for France. But first Natalie asks Kate about some of the volunteer work she does for Oxfam . Kate starts by explaining what Oxfam is and what it does

Yummy! Follow the instructions and enjoy!

Natalie Gommon interviews Gabriel Shpilt, about his experience in business.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Gabrieal Shpilt a young entrepreneur, a businessman from Canada about his working life and his company “Plants Not Pills. During the show Natalie him asks what stops people from setting up their own business Listen to the 5 options and Gabriel’s answer.

Natalie Gommon interviews Luke Trigona, about his experience about being born and educated in Malta, and then moving to London and becoming one of the Top 35 lawyers under the age of 35.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Luke Trigona a young lawyer, originally from Malta but now living in London where he is one of the country’s top 35 lawyers under the age of 35. In this except we hear Natalie asking Luke about the biggest challenge Luke faced coming to live and work in the UK , but before she asks him about his favourite sports…

Natalie Gommon interviews John Russell and his young family about their life in Scotland and local customs and traditions

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews John Russell a young professional from Scotland. John talks about his job young family and 2 very Scottish traditions

Natalie Gommon interviews Thomas Elwin. Born in London, Tenor Thomas Elwin studied at the Royal Academy of Music. With his warm, lyric Tenor voice, Thomas is gaining reputation both in the UK and abroad.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews international opera singer and football fanatic Thomas Elwin from London. In the programme you can hear Tom sing live. But before that Natalie asks him about how many operas he has performed in and the different languages he sings in

Natalie Gommon interviews Debbie Jones, Owner of an award winning cheese shop & deli in the Forest of Dean (United Kindgom).

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Debbie Jones who talks about her experience of owning and running a Deli and what exactly a deli sells. In the interview Natalie also finds out another interesting thing about Debbie

Natalie Gommon interviews Catherine Sherry, Freelance Interpreter and Translator at AIB.

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews Catherine Sherry with her cat called Parker.

Catherine is a translator and interpreter. Catherine explains that she really became interested in languages when she moved to Spain when she was 21 and as she explains to Natalie now speaks 5 different languages

CEO of Perfectly Spoken, David has lived, worked and travelled to many countries and has many tales to tell…

In this edition of Talk Show Natalie interviews David de Jager CEO of Perfectly Spoken who talks about his experiences of travelling, teaching English and why he created Perfectly Spoken…

Hello and welcome to this edition of Weekend Review part of News Flash from Perfectly Spoken the online school for English Language learners.

Weekend Review is where we summarise 5 recent topical items of news and current affairs that we’ve included in News Flash Daily this week, and we explain some of the most important vocabulary included in those reports.

Learn more about News Flash Daily on our website.

Welcome to this first edition of Weekend Review, part of News Flash Daily brought to you by Perfectly Spoken.

This is where we summarise each of the 5 news items in this week’s NewsFlash Daily and look at vocabulary and pronunciation to help all learners of English.

Weekend Review is useful listening practice on its own, but you’ll find it even more useful if watch the 5 daily posts on NewsFlash Daily before you listen to this.

Learn more about News Flash Daily on our website.

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