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Oscars 2024: which film should you go and see. Try the quiz

Oscars 2024: which film should you go and see. Try the quiz

The Oscar season is upon us. With 10 films nominated for best film this year it can be difficult to choose which one to go and see. So don’t bother reading the reviews or listening to the critics, just answer these 10 questions to make your choice!

Try this quiz to see which one would suit you best….. and of course it’s a great way to build your movie vocabulary.

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French  Fun Facts

French Fun Facts

Have you ever been to France and even spent a few days in Paris? It’s a beautiful country, with stunning countryside and intriguing cities. In this quiz we go beyond the traditional tourists visits to seek out some “off the wall” fun facts… and build vocabulary at the same time.

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The history of reggae music

The history of reggae music

Episode 206: The history of reggae musicReggae music is one of the most recognisable and popular genres of music in the world, but where does it come from and what are the origins of reggae music?In this short, potted history of reggae...

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Christmas, Red Bikini and BBQ

Christmas, Red Bikini and BBQ

Episode 205: Christmas, Red Bikini and BBQDo you dream of Christmas sitting by a log fire, or by a beautiful sunny beach ? Listen to this podcast to get both sides of the story. Australia is known for it's informal lifestyle and...

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What is thanksgiving all about?

What is thanksgiving all about?

Episode 204: What is Thanksgiving all about?Thanksgiving is a North American tradition that comes around every year at this time of year, but what is it all about?The last Thursday in November is a major celebration day in the USA, it is...

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The english-podcast Giant Christmas Quiz

The english-podcast Giant Christmas Quiz

  The english-podcasts Giant Christmas Quiz If you want to know more about the English language you need to know a bit more about the culture. So test your language skills AND your general knowledge with our bumper Christmas quiz - it's fun for all the family,...

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What is thanksgiving all about?

What is thanksgiving all about?

November 15, 2023Episode 204: What is Thanksgiving all about?Thanksgiving is a North American tradition that comes around every year at this time of year, but what is it all about?The last Thursday in November is a major celebration day in the USA, it is a national...

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The Restaurant – Episode 2 – The Menu

The Restaurant – Episode 2 – The Menu

The Restaurant - Episode 2 - The Menu Menus in eateries can be confusing. Not only is the vocabulary of the foods varied, but the way they are cooked can be confusing even to English native speakers. Listen to Sue and Chris as they decide what they are going to eat...

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How can I mprove my listening skills

How can I mprove my listening skills

November 03, 2023 Episode 203: How can I improve my listening skills? The ability to listen, hear and understand English is a vital skills in order to learn a language and without good listening skills, it is almost impossible to learn any language? Understanding what...

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The story of Northern Soul

The story of Northern Soul

October 25, 2023 Episode 202: The story of Norther Soul In a series, Beat by beat, on the history of music genres, this episode is dedicated to the cultural sensation that is Northern Soul. From the popular dance halls of the north of England in The Wigan Casino and...

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What makes a good podcast

What makes a good podcast

What Makes a Good Podcast Are you tired of scrolling through endless podcast menus, desperately searching for that one perfect audio gem that will tickle your eardrums and ignite your imagination? Well, fear not, because we've got you covered! Join us as we embark on...

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What we did this summer and our exciting plans for your learning experience.

What we did this summer and our exciting plans for your learning experience.

We’re back from our summer trips and rearing to go ! This means that we have lots of new ideas and plans to help improve your English and motivate your learning.
In this podcast we tell you about where we went in the summer and outline our new, exciting plans for the coming months. Join us on this exhilarating journey and allow us to empower you to soar to unprecedented heights in your language learning endeavors!

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Paris Olympic Games; Then and Now

Paris Olympic Games; Then and Now

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games are fast approaching. Paris has hosted the Games on several occasions so now’s the time to find out more about it. This quiz of 25 amazing questions will help you learn vocabulary, check grammar and above all amaze you with fun facts.

So, get on your marks….. ready, steady, GO !!

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Holiday Quiz

Holiday Quiz

Holiday Quiz Learn English vocabulary with this Holiday Quiz. Are you ready for your holiday break ? Have you ever wondered about the history of holidays ? Well, this quiz will answer some of those questions? What is the difference between a holiday and a vacation ?...

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Ozzie slang

Ozzie slang

As part of the Australian series, this podcast takes you into the world of real Ozzie slang…. in other words, Australian informal language.
Do you know what an ambo is ? Or what about “sunnies”…. you shouldn’t leave home in Australia without them !
Listen as Laura tests Sue on her knowledge (or rather lack of knowledge !) about Ozzie slang.

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Is Sydney really the “best city in the world”?

Is Sydney really the “best city in the world”?

Recently a marketing company carried out a survey to find out which city people perceived as being the best in the world….. and Sydney came out on top !
While on holiday there Sue caught up with Laura, who’s been living there for the past three and a half years, to see if the city really does live up to the hype.

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History of Food QUIZ

History of Food QUIZ

History of Food QUIZ Do you know the origins of your favorite foods ? Have you ever wondered where your favourite foods came from? You’d be surprised to discover the origins behind some of the most popular foods in the world. Have you thought about the origins of the...

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5 minute Grammar: Present Perfect Simple

5 minute Grammar: Present Perfect Simple

Take 5 minutes to brush up your English grammar. This verbal explanation and quiz will help you to understand the Present Perfect Simple tense better. Most learners find the concept of the Present Perfect difficult to grasp. It is a particularly of the English language which takes a bit of time to get used to. So start now…

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The New York Skyline Quiz

The New York Skyline Quiz

The New York Skyline Quiz We have all seen the New York skyline in movies or even in real life. But do you know anything about the buildings, bridges and iconic constructions in that skyline? New York City is famous for many things, but primarily it is known as the...

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Oscar films of 2023

Oscar films of 2023

The Oscars are a lot of Razzle Dazzle, but what about the actual films? Do they live up to all the hype? Were you disappointed by the films or do you think they are really the cream of the crop? Have you seen any of the films up for best picture? If not, click on the...

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Welcome to Toulouse, our home town. Episode 1

Welcome to Toulouse, our home town. Episode 1

Visit Toulouse, this is a guide book in a quiz. This quiz is full of interesting and off-the-wall facts about the Pink City. You won’t know the answer to some of the questions but don’t worry take it as an opportunity to learn more  about Toulouse if you plan to spend a few days here.

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The Curious Off Side Football World Cup Quiz

The Curious Off Side Football World Cup Quiz

The Curious Off Side Football World Cup Quiz The Curious Off Side Football World Cup Quiz - Learn English with the Football World Cup 2022 Are you a fan of football ? If you are, you are in for a real football festival, if not, you are in for 4 very tedious weeks !...

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Why do people love quizzes?

Why do people love quizzes?

Who invented the umbrella? Why is the Mona Lisa so famous and why was Pol Pot in Cambodia? Why do people love quizzes? How many flies does it take to fall off a horse and what does Albert Einstein have in common with Justin Bieber? These questions and many more are...

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Where should you live in France?

Where should you live in France?

Where should you live in France? Where should you live in France? Take this quiz to see which French city you should live in. Where should you live in France? France is a very diverse country with landscapes that range from high mountains to kilometers of beaches....

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What is the best thing to read ?

What is the best thing to read ?

Which books are the best for building vocabulary and consolidating sentence structure comprehension? Take a listen to this podcast which is brimming over with tips about Graded Readers.

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Life in Lockdown Personality Quiz

Life in Lockdown Personality Quiz

Life in Lockdown Personality Quiz: part 3 in our Covid-19 series Try this light hearted quiz to see what personality you became during the Covid 19 lockdowns. Luckily the days of lockdown are over, but we all remember our experiences of it. As a language learner, it's...

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Food Hell

Food Hell

Food Hell, what’s the worst thing you’ve ever eaten? Why don’t you like it ? Is it the taste, the texture, the smell or just the idea of it? Listen to our choices, do you think they are cultural or universal choices? This podcast is a great way to build vocabulary to express likes and dislikes about food.

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Winter Sports quiz

Winter Sports quiz

Winter Sports quiz How much do you know about winter sports? This quiz is a perfect way to build vocabulary about snow, ice, and all things cold ! You'll be surprised by some of the answers.... enjoy, and wrap up warm 🙂  

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Understanding digital body language

Understanding digital body language

Have you heard of “non-verbal communication”? This is what we refer to in every language as body language, eye contact, nodding, moving your body to say you agree or disagree with the speaker. Have you found that digital meetings have changed the dynamics of the “traditional” face to face meetings and lessons? Take a listen to this podcast in which Chris and Sue discuss their experiences and give tips on how to adapt our body language to suit the new way of communicating. 

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The Aviation Top Gun Quiz

The Aviation Top Gun Quiz

The Aviation Top Gun Quiz People who love planes are celebrating an aviation landmark this year with the 50th anniversary of the maiden flight of the supersonic plane Concorde.  Back in March1969 Concorde took to the skies for the first time for a 29 minute flight at...

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What to do in Santorini in a week

What to do in Santorini in a week

Sue asks Chris about a recent holiday he spent on the Greek island of Santorini. Listen to some recommendations about what to do, where to go, what to eat and where to stay on the island. Chris talks about some of the places that everybody knows on Santorini,...

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Vanlife adventure

Vanlife adventure

Have you ever heard of the term, "Vanlife?" or rather the hashtag #Vanlife ? It is a growing trend where people convert vans to a fully contained living area that enables them to travel and work virtually anywhere in the world whilst pursuing their dream of travel,...

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Buying and Selling on-line

Buying and Selling on-line

Have you ever sold anything online? In recent years it has become part of our everyday life. The internet is full of sites specializing in selling second-hand items from houses, to cars, to handbags, to children’s toys.
Listen as Sue asks Chris about his experience, about the benefits and the pitfalls.

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How is India going green?

How is India going green?

Ahead of the Climate crisis meeting with world leaders, COP26 in Glasgow in October 2021, Chris talks to Renu, who lives in India, about how India is going green. Air pollution in India is a serious health issue, of the 30 most polluted cities in the world, 21 were in...

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Iconic Bikes

Iconic Bikes

Are electric bikes considered as cheating ? Do they bring back the pleasure of cycling ? Listen to what Chris says about his experience.

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Empowering women in India

Empowering women in India

Listen to Chris and Renu talking about Renu's project, empowering women in India. Renu was born in UK and practiced as a UK Lawyer for 10 years. She qualified with an MSc in Ayurveda in 2006 from London and has been an Ayurveda Practitioner and Teacher since then....

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Friday the 13th Superstition Quiz

Friday the 13th Superstition Quiz

Are you superstitious ? Do you avoid walking under ladders ? Do you often cross your fingers ? Do you have any special rituals which bring you good luck ? Or do you think it’s just plain silly to let yourself be ruled by such irrational behavior?

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North Indian Food

North Indian Food

Listen to this interview of Renu, an Indian living in North India about North Indian Food. Do you like spicy food or is it too hot for you? Do you know what millet is? What do you think an Indian person living in India would eat as their ideal food?

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Victoria – English Food Blogger

Victoria – English Food Blogger

Victoria - English Food Blogger Susan caught up with Victoria - English Food Blogger, an enthusiastic food blogger from England who talks about her interests in food and blogging. Victoria's blog is available here for those that would like to read about her food and...

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A few days in New York

A few days in New York

A few days in New York. Have you ever been to New York ? Is it on your list of things to do ? Do you like big cites ? Do you live in the USA? What do you think of tourists to your country? Listen to this podcast in which Laura, a French-British young women talks to...

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What is yoga all about

What is yoga all about

Do you know what yoga is all about? Yoga is an ancient and complex practice, rooted in Indian philosophy, which began as a spiritual practice but has become popular as a way of promoting physical and mental wellbeing. Yoga typically emphasizes physical postures...

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10 Reasons your Photos are Bad.

10 Reasons your Photos are Bad.

Do you know the expression "a photo is worth a thousand words ? Well, with amateur photography this is not always the case..... Are you sometimes disappointed with your photos ? When we visit great places we want to capture the moment on our phone cameras or with a...

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Rishikesh Northern India

Rishikesh Northern India

Rishikesh has been a part of the legendary "Kedarkhand" -  Legends state that Lord Rama did penance here for killing Ravana, the asura king of Lanka; and Lakshmana, his younger brother, crossed the river Ganges, using two jute ropes at the point where the present...

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What is a bucket list?

What is a bucket list?

A bucket list is a list of activities or things that people really want to do before they die, as depicted by Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman in the 2007 film of the same name, where two people realise their wildest dreams. In this podcast Sue and Chris talk about a...

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Anyone for tennis ?

Anyone for tennis ?

The tennis season is upon us, starting with Roland Garros, then Wimbledon, US Open and finally the Australian Open. What do you know about the origins of tennis ? Do you know how the sport evolved ? Who has served the most aces ? What is the record for the longest...

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The travel bet

The travel bet

The travel bet The travel bet - which is quicker, public transport or the car? have you ever wondered if you should give up your car journey in favour of using public transport? Which is the cheapest way to travel? Follow Chris and Sue as they bet on the quickest way...

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PHRASAL VERBS: Take

PHRASAL VERBS: Take

Phrasal verbs are everywhere in English, we use them hundreds of times a day but they are not always easy for learners to understand because the addition of the particle changes the meaning of the original verb completely.

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Numbers in Sport

Numbers in Sport

Numbers in Sport. Numbers can be a difficult part of learning a new language. New learners often confuse "hundreds" and "thousands", "fifteen" and "fifty", "half past six" with "six and a half hours" etc etc etc. The only way to improve your number skills is with...

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All about tea

All about tea

Tea is probably the favourite drink across the world, but do you know about tea? Do you know the phrases and expressions related to tea? In this podcast we chat about the noble drink that the British (amongst others) adore. Ever heard of, "A storm in a teacup?" A mug...

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Writing effective emails

Writing effective emails

Historically, the term electronic mail was used generically for any electronic document transmission. For example, several writers in the early 1970s used the term to refer to fax document transmission. As a result, it is difficult to find the first citation for the...

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The Bone Crushing Game of Thrones Quiz

The Bone Crushing Game of Thrones Quiz

The Bone Crushing Game of Thrones Quiz; everything you need to know to watch the series in English ! The final season of the hit series Games of Thrones will be aired on April 14. Fans all over the world are waiting in anticipation for this global event. Indeed on...

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TV and movie junkie Quiz

TV and movie junkie Quiz

TV and movie junkie Quiz Are you able to recognize a film or TV series just by looking at one of its filming locations ? Which images from TV and film stick in your mind ? How observant are you ? Do you notice everything in films or do you just take going to the...

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Hey, seen any boring films lately?

Hey, seen any boring films lately?

In Sue and Craig's opinion the Oscars 2021 are a bit of a wet weekend; rather dull, depressing and boring ! Chris is not really up to date with the current batch of films but listen out for what he says about them.  Your language challenge is hearing 3 native speakers...

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Star Wars – The Force Awakens

Star Wars – The Force Awakens

Star Wars - The Force Awakens In this podcast, Chris who has never (ever) seen a Star Wars film, interviews movie goers as they leave the cinema after watching Star Wars - The Force Awakens, just to see what all the fuss is about. It seems like he isn't the only one,...

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How well do you know English accents?

How well do you know English accents?

How well do you know English accents? Do you know some of these 25 English accents? Test How well do you know English accents? Can you which accent comes from which country or region - this is a challenge in 25 accents - How well do you know English accents?...

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Animal Pet Day 11th April

Animal Pet Day 11th April

National Pet Day is April 11, although if you’re a pet owner, you know there’s not a day that goes by that you don’t celebrate your animal companion! So hug your hedgehog, bond with your bunny, and cut your kitty some catnip! Which pets do you have ? Cats ? Dogs?...

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Best Oscar Film Quiz

Best Oscar Film Quiz

Which Oscar nominated film should you go and see? The Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, are awards for artistic and technical merit in the film industry. The big blockbusters are usually great films with very strong acting, special effects or a very...

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European Champions Cup Rugby Last 16 qualifiers

European Champions Cup Rugby Last 16 qualifiers

European Champions Cup Rugby Last 16 qualifiers No Top14 Rugby this weekend and the 6 Nations has finished, but the Champions Cup rugby continues for the next two weeks - this week the last 16 clubs fight for their places in the 1/4 finals, which will be played on the...

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Explaining a process

Explaining a process

  When giving a series of instructions to make or produce something there are some common, useful and simple language features, used for clarity and simplicity. In this podcast we use the example of explaining a process for how to make something following a set...

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One hit wonders

One hit wonders

A one-hit wonder is any group or solo singer that achieves mainstream popularity, often for only one piece of work, and becomes known among the general public solely for that momentary success. The term is most commonly used in regard to music performerswith only one...

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Mystery Shopping trip

Mystery Shopping trip

  Mystery shopping trip In this podcast Sue and Chris go to a shopping mall to pick up some items. In this podcast they describe some of the items that they buy. Can you work out what they bought? If you need a little extra help, check out the Animated Podcast...

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Why are you studying for an MBA?

Why are you studying for an MBA?

Why are you studying for an MBA? An MBA, or a Master of Business Administration, is a very popular choice for many today as a way of either changing career path or boosting an existing career path. An MBA is expensive, demanding and has high entry requirements, so why...

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6 Nations Round 5 washup

6 Nations Round 5 washup

6 Nations Round 5 Wash-Up This is the final week of the regular 6 nations tournament, apart from the very last match which pitches France against Scotland on Friday evening. In this episode we talk about the games that were played on this Super Saturday - Italy v...

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Know your nouns, verbs and adjectives

Know your nouns, verbs and adjectives

Knowing your nouns, verbs and adjectives is a key part to learning a new language and especially when taking a timed exam. Practice your skills with this quick quiz.  Whenever you learn a new word check out if it has an association noun, verb or adjective. For...

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My travel bucket list Jean Francois

My travel bucket list Jean Francois

Listen to Jean-François talk about his bucket list for travel - places he has been, where he wants to go and why he wants to so there. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go and why? If you would like to be featured for your bucket list or your travel bucket...

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Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up  day 20

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up day 20

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Day 20 This week we talk about the Top 14 day 20 matches took place, and things are again hotting up at the top and the bottom ends of the table, can Toulouse strengthen their hold at the top, or will La Rochelle get back into the running for the...

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The Medieval village of Bages, France

The Medieval village of Bages, France

The Medieval village of Bages, France The Medieval village of Bages, France is set on the Mediterranean coast, near Narbonne. The name of Bages appears for the first time in a document at the end of the 8th century, the territory of the commune was crossed by man...

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The Medieval village of Bages Quiz

The Medieval village of Bages Quiz

The Medieval village of Bages Quiz The Medieval village of Bages Quiz - In order to get the most out of this quiz, you should watch the video of Bages and find out more about this beautiful little village. The video can be found here.

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Describing pain and symptoms

Describing pain and symptoms

Describing pain and symptoms It can be surprisingly difficult describing pain and symptoms and exactly how pain feels. Each of us experiences our pain differently, making it highly subjective—and that makes it a challenge for a doctor to evaluate. There is a useful...

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Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up  Number 5

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 5

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 5 This week we talk about the Top 14 day 3 matches took place, which were catch-up matches for matches that were cancelled due to Covid-19 and look back at the third round of The 6 Nations tournament In a week where Toulouse play La...

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Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up  Number 4

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 4

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 4 This week we talk about the Top 14 day 17 matches and look ahead to the third round of The 6 Nations tournament In a week where Toulouse lost away to Lyon, there were highlights elsewhere in the Top 14 in France, including a thumping win...

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Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up  Number 3

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 3

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 3 OK, its the Six Nations in this podcast, not The Top 14 This week we talk about the second round matches in The 6 Nations tournament and just a few words come to mind: England: strategic cul de sac Scotland : snowy Wales: grind out...

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Yuka The Healthy Eating App

Yuka The Healthy Eating App

Yuka The Healthy Eating App that checks out the quality of your shopping basket Do you really know what you eat? Well yes! With Yuka The Healthy Eating App you can scan your products and analyze their impact on your health. In the blink of an eye, Yuka The Healthy...

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Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up  Number 2

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 2

Top 14 Rugby Wash-Up Number 2 This week we talk about the opening matches in 6 Nations tournament and just a few words come to mind: England: disbelief Scotland : joy Wales: disappointment Ireland: fighting spirit France: stunning Italy: keep on in there...  To find...

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Top 14 Rugby Washup No 1

Top 14 Rugby Washup No 1

Today we are starting a new weekly podcast about The Top 14 French rugby. We always chat about the happenings and comings and goings in the Top 14, so we have decided to do a podcast about it, at least during the rugby season. We can't go to watch rugby matches - it...

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The symbols of Australia

The symbols of Australia

The symbols of Australia The symbols of Australia include the flag, national colours, the coat of arms and the national anthem, but there are many other things that make up the symbols of Australia - listen to Sue interview an Australian about the symbols of...

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Martin Luther King Day

Martin Luther King Day

Who was Martin Luther King Jr. in 500 words. Martin Luther King Jr, born 15th January 1929, was an American  Baptist  minister and activist who became the most well-known leader of the American civil rights movement in the 1950s and 60s. Born Michael King Jr, his...

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Know your adjectives (i)

Know your adjectives (i)

What do you know about adjectives ? Firstly, in English the adjective is often placed before the noun (It is a serious problem, I have brown eyes etc), but it is placed after the verb to be (The food is terrible here). Secondly, there are many different endings; -...

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Who Said What in 2020?

Who Said What in 2020?

What a year it's been ! Only one subject dominated our lives, so not much meat for an end of year quiz ! So this year here at english-podcasts we've focused on what people said. Which sentence sums up your year ? For Sue, it's "What's Zoom ?" !!! For Chris, it's......

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Christmas traditions, where did they come from?

Christmas traditions, where did they come from?

Twas the night before Christmas.... Everyone's getting in the mood for Christmas crackers, Christmas trees and a host of other traditions. But do you know the origins of these traditions? Listen as 2 Christmas "know-alls"  🙂 talk about the history of our current...

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Planning a holiday getaway

Planning a holiday getaway

Planning a holiday getaway Planning a holiday getaway - have you ever tried to book a holiday on line? It's pretty confusing, isn't it? Listen to Chris and Sue go through the different options, flights and prices, while they are planning a holiday getaway. There's a...

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Rugby, what’s it all about?

Rugby, what’s it all about?

Rugby, what's it all about? Rugby, what's it all about? I mean, it can't be that complicated can it? Or can it? Ahead of the RBS 6 Nations Rugby Tournament, here are some questions, sent in by our listeners concerning rugby. Have we got it right? Are we on the ball...

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How rock and roll are you?

How rock and roll are you?

How rock and roll are you? This fun quiz will show you how Rock 'n Roll you are and in which British rock group you could easily fit into. Maybe it's time for a career change, leave the office behind and embark on a 50 date stadium tour. ...

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Cheer up, Today is Blue Monday

Cheer up, Today is Blue Monday

Cheer up, Today is Blue Monday Cheer up, today is Blue Monday, and according to experts, it could be most depressing ever because of celebrity deaths, Brexit, and fears about a Donald Trump presidency in the US, and the weather. In 2005 Dr Cliff Arnall, formerly of...

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David Bowie The Last Five Years

David Bowie The Last Five Years

David Bowie The Last Five Years Today would have been the 70th birthday of David Bowie. Most people do not need a lengthy introduction to the artist, actor and musician, famous for 5 decades of inspirational music that has influenced so many people in so many ways....

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The Tradition of Epiphany in France

The Tradition of Epiphany in France

The Tradition of Epiphany in France Epiphany, or the 12th day of Christmas, falls on January 6 and marks the official end to the festive season for many Christians. The ancient Christian feast day is significant as a celebration of the baptism of Jesus by John the...

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New words added to the dictionary in 2016

New words added to the dictionary in 2016

New words added to the dictionary in 2016 New words added to the dictionary in 2016 - The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is updated four times a year, every March, June, September, and December. The material added to the dictionary includes revised versions of...

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2016 The Good The Bad and The Ugly

2016 The Good The Bad and The Ugly

2016 The Good The Bad and The Ugly 2016 The Good The Bad and The Ugly - a montage of many of the biggest events that shaped the previous year. Loss, Success, Division and Achievement: it’s been a mixed year! Check out this video review of the year edited in the style...

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3 Christmas Traditions Explained

3 Christmas Traditions Explained

3 Christmas Traditions Explained 3 Christmas Traditions Explained - why do we put up Christmas trees and lights and where did the tradition come from? Where did the idea of giving presents and gifts at Christmas come from? Why do we use mistletoe in our decorations at...

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News Intro Compilation Europe 2016

News Intro Compilation Europe 2016

News Intro Compilation Europe 2016 This is how some of the different European countries see the start of their news programmes. If you are a teacher, why not get your class to make their own news intro and we will post it here on EFLPodBlog and on our Facebook page....

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How to Make pop-up Christmas Cards

How to Make pop-up Christmas Cards

How to Make pop-up Christmas Cards How to Make pop-up Christmas Cards that are easy to make and look good too. Make easy yet stunning Christmas greeting cards at home. After all, nothing can beat the charm of elegant homemade Christmas cards. You do not need to be...

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The How to Understand Thanksgiving Quiz

The How to Understand Thanksgiving Quiz

The How to Understand Thanksgiving Quiz The last Thursday in November is a major celebration day in the USA, it is a national holiday and a time for friends and family to get together. You have surely heard of Thanksgiving, it is often portrayed in American movies and...

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Buster The Boxer Christmas Ad

Buster The Boxer Christmas Ad

Buster The Boxer Christmas Ad Buster the Boxer Christmas Ad is the story of a little girl called Bridget who loves to bounce. When her mum and dad buy her a trampoline for Christmas, they soon discover that she isn’t the only one with a passion for jumping Love them...

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How much do you know about France?

How much do you know about France?

How much do you know about France? How much do you know about France? We all (well most of us) know where France is, but how much do you know about this fascinating country? Did you know that it has the most UNESCO sites in the world and the number just keeps on...

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Top 10 Most Intelligent People of The World

Top 10 Most Intelligent People of The World

Top 10 Most Intelligent People of The World Top 10 Most Intelligent People of The World are not surprisingly closely linked to the fields of mathematics and physics. So who are the Top 10 Most Intelligent People of The World? There are a lot of intelligent people all...

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10 Weird Inventions You Need To See To Believe

10 Weird Inventions You Need To See To Believe

10 Weird Inventions You Need To See To Believe 10 Weird Inventions You Need To See To Believe - some of these inventions have to be seen to be believed, and even then they are just weird. Then again, some of the things that we find around our homes and offices started...

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President Obama’s Final Turkey Pardon

President Obama’s Final Turkey Pardon

President Obama's Final Turkey Pardon Tomorrow is one of the best days of the year to be an American. It’s a day to count our blessings, spend time with the ones we love, and enjoy some good food and some great company. But it’s also one of the worst days of the year...

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Drones handle with care

Drones handle with care

Drones handle with care Drones handle with care as they are used in many contexts from military uses to leisure and for fun. But are they just dangerous toys or just accidents waiting to happen? There have been many stories and reports of drone near-misses and...

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Book Signing in Toulouse

Book Signing in Toulouse

Book Signing in Toulouse Book signing is popular because an author's signature increases the value of books for collectors. The author may add a short message to the reader, called a dedication, to each book, which may be personalized with the recipient's name upon...

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Are you an Olympics Mastermind?

Are you an Olympics Mastermind?

Are you an Olympics Mastermind? Are you an Olympics Mastermind? The Rio Olympics are over, as we look forward to the Paralympics, we thought that our readers may like to try their hand at our last RIO olympics quiz of 2016.

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Paralympic Sports Rio 2016

Paralympic Sports Rio 2016

  Paralympic Sports Rio 2016 Paralympic Sports Rio 2016 - The Rio Olympics are over ... or are they? Well, no, they are not - the Paralympics Sports start in Rio from 7 to 18 September 2016. Get ready for the intense excitement of 23 Paralympic sports. 528 events...

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Great Olympic Moments

Great Olympic Moments

Great Olympic Moments Few events have the ability to capture the public’s imagination like the Olympic Games. Each Games seems to produce flashbulb moments that live in our collective memory for years. From Jesse Owens’ triumph in Germany to Mo Farah's historic runs...

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Laura Gamesmaker London 2012

Laura Gamesmaker London 2012

Laura Gamesmaker London 2012 As the Rio Olympics get under way, Sue caught up with Laura, a gamesmaker from London 2012 to talk about her experiences. London 2012 volunteers were called ‘Games Makers’, as they helped to make the Games happen. The Games Maker...

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Comparing Jesse Owens and Usain Bolt

Comparing Jesse Owens and Usain Bolt

Comparing Jesse Owens and Usain Bolt Comparing Jesse Owens and Usain Bolt - In David Epstein's 2014 Ted Talk, he put Owens' race time into perspective. "Consider that Usain Bolt started by propelling himself out of blocks down a specially fabricated carpet designed to...

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Rio Olympics Quiz

Rio Olympics Quiz

Try our Olympics quiz - Rio Olympics Quiz - it's the opening of the Summer Olympic Games 2016 in Rio! Every day, for a week, there will be a new post published with videos, links and interesting information about the games, Brazil and much more! [mlw_quizmaster...

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July 1 The Battle of the Somme

July 1 The Battle of the Somme

July 1 The Battle of the Somme The Battle of the Somme (French: Bataille de la Somme, German: Schlacht an der Somme), also known as the Somme Offensive, was a battle of the First World War fought by the armies of the British and French empires against the German...

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Donald Trump does a quiz with English Podcasts

Donald Trump does a quiz with English Podcasts

It's a little known fact that Donald Trump is both a keen quizzer and a huge fan of English podcasts. Mr Trump took up the challenge of a quiz in our studio in Toulouse, France - now you know why he hasn't been out too much in public in America since the election. Now...

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How healthy are you?

How healthy are you?

How healthy are you? How healthy are you? It's time to find out if you're a health nut or a couch potato. For a lot of us, health perhaps isn’t our first priority. In fact, 61 per cent of adults are considered to be obese according to Public Health England. And...

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Brexit – Independence Day or Divided Kingdom?

Brexit – Independence Day or Divided Kingdom?

Brexit - Independence Day or Divided Kingdom? Brexit - Independence Day or Divided Kingdom? The United Kingdom emerges from the polls with an overwhelming decision to leave the European Union with a majority of 51.9% to leave agains a 48.1% vote to remain in The EU....

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Today’s the day Britain goes to the polls

Today’s the day Britain goes to the polls

Today's the day Britain goes to the polls A divided nation with two days to go: As one poll shows Brexit two points ahead but another gives Remain the advantage, data reveals the deep splits between young and old, the north and the south Polls have revealed a mixed...

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Highlights of BBC’s EU Great Debate

Highlights of BBC’s EU Great Debate

Highlights of BBC's EU Great Debate The UK public are being asked to choose whether the UK should stay in the European Union or leave in the first vote on the UK's links with Europe for more than 40 years. It has been a campaign which BBC political editor Laura...

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An Economist’s Guide to the Brexit Debate

An Economist’s Guide to the Brexit Debate

An Economist's Guide to the Brexit Debate There's a lot of rhetoric surrounding Britain's EU membership referendum with each side trying to prove their point. Bloomberg Intelligence Economist Dan Hanson has been breaking down some of the most contentious issues....

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Brexit – 7 days to go

Brexit – 7 days to go

Brexit - 7 days to go The Brexit - 7 days to go - the possible exit of the United Kingdom from the European Union, often shortened to Brexit (a portmanteau combining the words "Britain" and "exit"), has been pursued by various individuals, advocacy groups,...

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Fast and Furious Roller Derby

Fast and Furious Roller Derby

Fast and Furious Roller Derby Fast and Furious Roller Derby, a sport that is really taking off in recent years. Roller derby is a contact sport played by two teams of five members roller skating in the same direction around a track. A game play consists of a series of...

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Test Your Olympic Knowledge

Test Your Olympic Knowledge

Test Your Olympic Knowledge Test Your Olympic Knowledge - with the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics just around the corner, it's time to see how well you know the Olympic greats of yesteryear. The Olympic Games are held every four years, with the Summer and Winter Games...

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20 unusual bucket list ideas

20 unusual bucket list ideas

20 unusual bucket list ideas Have you been thinking about making a bucket list for a really, a really long time? Are you procrastinating because it seems almost impossible to think up any unusual bucket list ideas? Creating a Bucket List, is a great way to give your...

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Victoria’s Gap Year

Victoria’s Gap Year

Victoria's Gap Year Listen to Victoria talking to Susan about what she did in Victoria's Gap Year and see if there are any differences between what she did and what others do, as set out below or in Gapyear.com. In the professional or career world, a gap year is a...

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Did you know – Leicester

Did you know – Leicester

Did you know - Leicester Leicester has been in the news in the UK recently due to the amazing exploits of their football team, going from near relegation to winning the Premier League title in one season. How much do you know about Leicester? Try your hand at our quiz...

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The single biggest reason why startups succeed

The single biggest reason why startups succeed

The single biggest reason why startups succeed What do you think is The single biggest reason why startups succeed ? Bill Gross has founded a lot of startups, and incubated many others — and he got curious about why some succeeded and others failed. So he gathered...

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22 emojis everyone gets wrong

22 emojis everyone gets wrong

Have you ever got a text that didn't make sense? Maybe the embedded emojis were to blame. As more emojis appear on our phones, the emotions they convey becomes more specific and nuanced. Many of these emojis are being misused in texts because we misunderstand each's...

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Emoji Do You Know What They Mean?

Emoji Do You Know What They Mean?

Emoji Do You Know What They Mean? If you're like us, you use emojis all of the time, but Emoji Do You Know What They Mean? Did you know that for each emoji, there is an original meaning it was supposed to have? A lot of us use emoji to say something else completely –...

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Musicians Who Died Young The 27 Club

Musicians Who Died Young The 27 Club

Musicians Who Died Young The 27 Club There's something spooky about the number 27. Over the years, a large number of musicians have died at the young age of 27. This is how the idea of the so-called 27 Club was born, a concept as glamorous as it is tragic. These...

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What kind of foodie are you?

What kind of foodie are you?

What kind of foodie are you? A foodie is a person who has an ardent or refined interest in food and alcoholic beverages. A foodie seeks new food experiences as a hobby rather than simply eating out of convenience or hunger. The "foodie" -- not as elitist as a gourmet,...

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A visit to Brick lane, London

A visit to Brick lane, London

A visit to Brick lane, London Brick Lane is a street in East London, England, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It runs from Swanfield Street in the northern part of Bethnal Green, crosses Bethnal Green Road, passes through Spitalfields and is linked...

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Changing Education Paradigms

Changing Education Paradigms

Changing Education Paradigms In this talk from RSA Animate, Sir Ken Robinson lays out the link between 3 troubling trends: rising drop-out rates, schools' dwindling stake in the arts, and ADHD. Creativity expert Sir Ken Robinson challenges the way we're educating our...

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Who will win the 6 Nations Rugby Tournament 2016?

Who will win the 6 Nations Rugby Tournament 2016?

Who will win the 6 Nations Rugby Tournament 2016? Just 4 short months after the Rugby World Cup, 6 nations will go at it, tooth and nail in The 6 Nations Rugby Tournament (Wales, England, Italy, Ireland, Scotland and France). Who can call it? England didn't even get...

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Very Bad Trip – Stephen

Very Bad Trip – Stephen

  Very Bad Trip - Stephen Ever had one of those trips where everything seems to be going wrong? When even as you get into the airport, you just know that it's not going to be your day? If you think about for a moment, it's probably quite a common thing. I mean,...

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Travelling in Burma – Nicola

Travelling in Burma – Nicola

Travelling in Burma - Nicola Listen to the podcast - Travelling in Burma - Nicola - where she talks about the time that she entered, Myanmar, when it was closed off to the outside world and her meeting with a tribe, the Kachin, in the middle of the jungle. Myanmar,...

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Headhunter – Lucy

Headhunter – Lucy

Headhunter - Lucy Listen to Susan interviewing headhunter Lucy ; better known as a recruitment consultant in London. Lucy gives some valuable interview tips and insights for job seekers during the interview. On a daily basis you'd be talking to your clients and a...

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25 Off The Wall Facts about France

25 Off The Wall Facts about France

  25 Off The Wall Facts about France So you think you know a thing or two about France? Like the capital is Paris, it's called The hexagon and the president is ... yeah, who is the president of France? According to some sites I've looked at, the French eat kilos...

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John – Rowing Coach

John – Rowing Coach

John - Rowing Coach Listen to Susan, interviewing, John, a rowing coach, on a cold December morning in Nottingham, England. Modern rowing as a competitive sport can be traced to the early 18th century when races were held between professional watermen on the River...

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UFO Witness – Louise

UFO Witness – Louise

  UFO Witness - Louise Listen to Louise talking to Sue about her experience of witnessing what she considered to be an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO). What do you think it could be? Do you believe that she really saw a UFO?

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Living Abroad – Phoebe

Living Abroad – Phoebe

Living Abroad - Phoebe Listen to Phoebe, who has travelled and lived abroad for a number of years, as she talks about some of her experiences of living in different countries and getting to know the cultures. After listening, try and answer the following questions :...

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Anesthesiologist Olivier

Anesthesiologist Olivier

Anesthesiologist Olivier Listen to Olivier talking about his job as an anesthesiologist. An anesthesiologist (American English) or anaesthetist (British English) is a physician trained in anesthesia and perioperative medicine. Terminology varies between different...

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How confusing is buying a new computer?

How confusing is buying a new computer?

  How confusing is buying a new computer? When a man is offered a lettuce upgrade on his laptop, it's too good an offer to refuse - until he spots the latest carrot upgrade... Have you ever been to buy a new computer and been faced with a situation where the...

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John Winston Ono Lennon MBE 8 December 1980

John Winston Ono Lennon MBE 8 December 1980

  John Winston Ono Lennon MBE 8 December 1980 John Winston Ono Lennon MBE (born John Winston Lennon; 9 October 1940 – 8 December 1980) was an English singer and songwriter who rose to worldwide fame as a co-founder of the band the Beatles, the most commercially...

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Show someone they’re loved this Christmas

Show someone they’re loved this Christmas

Show someone they're loved this Christmas The two-minute clip shows a six-year-old called Lily trying to reach an old man who lives alone in a hut on the moon. She spies him through the family telescope. Lily watches on as our man goes about his chores, all alone up...

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Why podcasts are better than YouTube

Why podcasts are better than YouTube

To celebrate International Podcast Day there is only one thing to do... make a podcast about podcasts !  Listen as we talk about the history of podcasts, the countries where podcasts are the most popular and where people generally listen to podcasts (making them more...

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Understanding The COP 21

Understanding The COP 21

Understanding The COP 21 What is the ‘conference of parties’, and why you will hear more about it as the year-end approaches? Understanding The COP 21 It was COP-3, in Kyoto, Japan, that gave rise to the Kyoto Protocol, that placed international obligations on the set...

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The Fork in The Road

The Fork in The Road

  The Fork in The Road You are travelling down a country lane to a distant village. You reach a fork in the road and find a pair of identical twin sisters standing there. One standing on the road to village and the other standing on the road to neverland (of...

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A Columbian Living in France

A Columbian Living in France

A Columbian Living in France Listen to Mauricio, a Columbian, who has been living in France for the last 8 years, where he talks about adapting to a new culture and language, plus all what he misses from back home. Some of the things that he misses is the food from...

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EFL PodBlog Easy Sports Quiz 1

EFL PodBlog Easy Sports Quiz 1

EFL PodBlog Easy Sports Quiz 1 Here is our first sports quiz that you can try out - great for asking questions, or just for some fun to test out your knowledge of sports. This is the first EFL PodBlog Easy Sports Quiz 1 - as the name might suggest. You can also ask...

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A Tricky number problem

A Tricky number problem

  A Tricky number problem I just found a number with an interesting property: When I divide it by 2, the remainder is 1. When I divide it by 3, the remainder is 2. When I divide it by 4, the remainder is 3. When I divide it by 5, the remainder is 4. When I divide...

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EFL PodBlog Cryptic Crossword N°1

EFL PodBlog Cryptic Crossword N°1

EFL PodBlog Cryptic Crossword N°1 The first EFL PodBlog cryptic crossword to test your neurones - EFL PodBlog Cryptic Crossword N°1 - if you need a clue, or a hint to some of the clues - just ask in the comments below. This is not for beginners, but if you like a...

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Ordering food in the wrong place

Ordering food in the wrong place

Ordering food in the wrong place When ordering food and drink, make sure you are in the right place. This spoof advert shows a woman ordering food in the wrong place - although she does realise the conventions that should be used when in another place.  

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The lights went out

The lights went out

The lights went out Last week I turned off the light in my room and jumped into my bed that was 3 meters away from the switch before the room got dark. How can it be true? [spoiler title="Solution"]It was daylight[/spoiler]

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Aviation Vocabulary Crossword

Aviation Vocabulary Crossword

Aviation Vocabulary Crossword Try this quick and simple crossword to test you aviation vocabulary in English. Click on the image link below - then click on the numbered boxes to show the clues and fill in the answers. English is the universal language of communication...

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The time now is

The time now is

The time now is The time readout on a digital clock can be palindromic, such as 12:12 (the same when read forwards or backwards). What is the minimum interval between 2 times that are palindromic ? [spoiler title="Solution"]The shortest time is 2 minutes - between...

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A sheep, a cabbage and a wolf

A sheep, a cabbage and a wolf

A sheep, a cabbage and a wolf A man is travelling with a sheep, a cabbage and a wolf - why he is travelling with such a strange assortment, I really don't know. Anyway, they arrive at a river, which is too deep to wade across and too wide to swim across so he has a...

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Find the hidden Message

Find the hidden Message

Find the hidden message In the following wordsearch puzzle, which you can print off - in some browsers the security settings may mean that you may have to take a screen shot. Anyway, in the grid there are words hidden and a final secret message - can you find the...

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Winter words

Winter words

Winter words Ok, we are not quite into winter yet, it's still autumn until 21 December. There is a winter word hidden in the following sentences - can you find them? For example: It's now I need to go, not tomorrow. Answer, The word Snow. Now you try. We went to the...

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James Bond – Spectre – The movie

James Bond – Spectre – The movie

James Bond - Spectre - The movie Susan manages to catch people as they leave the Gaumont Cinema in Toulouse, after James Bond - Spectre - The movie. A cryptic message from the past leads James Bond (Daniel Craig) to Mexico City and Rome, where he meets the beautiful...

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Le Beaujolais Nouveau has arrived

  Le Beaujolais Nouveau has arrived Today, 19 November is Beaujolais Nouveau day - Le Beaujolais Nouveau has arrived, as it does every third Thursday of November. Beaujolais Nouveau is a red wine made from Gamay grapes produced in the Beaujolais region of France....

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British Citizenship test

British Citizenship test

British Citizenship Test Stand up comedian Imran Yusuf takes a comical look at the ways that British pronunciation differs from American pronunciation during a show at The Comedy Store, using his very own British Citizenship test. Imran puts a young Oscar through his...

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Running The New York Marathon

Running The New York Marathon

Photo AP Running The New York Marathon The New York City Marathon (branded TCS New York City Marathon and formerly branded ING New York City Marathon for sponsorshipreasons) is an annual marathon (42.195 km or 26.219 miles) that courses through the five boroughs...

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Riding into town

Riding into town

Riding into town A cowboy rode into town on Monday. He stayed for three nights and then left on Monday. How come? [spoiler title="Solution"]Monday was the name of his horse - he rode into town on Monday.[/spoiler]

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The lights went out

The lights went out

The lights went out  There was a man who lived all alone, who never left his home. The only time anyone ever visited him was when his food and supplies were delivered, but the people who brought the food and supplies never came inside. One stormy winter's night when...

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Episode 6 – The Review

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Episode 6 - The Review The role of a customer, acting as a food reviewer is to accurately convey the taste, texture, smell, and presentation of a restaurant's food. You should not only comment on the food but also on the atmosphere, staff knowledge and attentiveness,...

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A man, a gun and some water

A man, a gun and some water

A man, a gun and some water A man walks into a bar and orders a glass drink of water. The barman gives the man the water, to which the man pulls a grimace and says the water is no good. The barman then pulls out a gun and points it at him. The man then thanks the...

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Guy Fawkes Night

Guy Fawkes Night

Guy Fawkes Night 5 November is Guy Fawkes night, also known as Bonfire Night and Firework Night, is an annual commemoration observed on 5 November, primarily in Great Britain. 2015 is the 410th anniversary of the gunpowder plot. People meet around a bonfire usually...

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Management decisions

Management decisions

Management decisions A sketch from The Big Train comedy show, in which a boss is confronted by his staff on some sticky issues. The boss tries to avoid the issues at all costs.

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Brain tricks to fool your friends

Brain tricks to fool your friends

  Brain tricks to fool your friends So, just for fun, here are a few tricks to play on your friends, colleagues or others ... Did you read the image correctly? Nah, most don't, but that is just the brain trying to help us out, I imagine ... Have fun, that's what...

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Eddie Izzard – Learning French

Eddie Izzard – Learning French

Eddie Izzard - Learning French Eddie Izzard in his own inimitable way recounts how he used French in France - a couple of naughty words have crept in, but that's Eddie for you. Eddie says: I describe my language ability in percentages of fluency. I'm about 65% fluent...

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Death in a telephone box

Death in a telephone box

Death in a telephone box A man is found dead in a pool of blood in a phone box. The receiver is hanging down and there are two holes in the glass on each side of the phone box. The police arrive but do not launch an investigation as they do not suspect neither murder...

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The four sisters

The four sisters

The four sisters Maria's mother has four children. The first child is called April. The second is called May. The third is called June. What is the name of the fourth child?

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The History of Halloween

The History of Halloween

The History of Halloween Halloween, or Hallowe'en a contraction of All Hallows’ Evening), is a celebration observed in a number of countries on 31 October, the eve of All Hallows' Day. It begins the three-day observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical...

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Six eggs in a basket

Six eggs in a basket

  Six eggs in a basket There are six eggs in a basket. You take an egg out of the basket and  ask 5 other people to each take an egg. The five other people each take one of the eggs. How can it be true that one egg is left in the basket? For a clue - write what...

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The 30 day Challenge

The 30 day Challenge

The 30 day Challenge A 30 day challenge doesn't have to be a life-changing experience, although it may become one and may make a significant difference to your life. Any long-term change that transpires, however, will be dependent on the way that you view the world...

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Some accents are very strong

Some accents are very strong

Some accents are very strong Funny Clip From Burnsitown,  The lift Clip - The 2 Guys Cant Get The Voice Recognition device In The lift To Work... Some accents are very strong! [video width="1280" height="720"...

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The man on the top floor

The man on the top floor

The man on the top floor A man lives in an apartment on the top floor of a building, on the 20th floor. Every morning he takes the elevator down to the ground floor and leaves the building to go to work. Upon his return from work he takes the lift to the 6th floor and...

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At the bus stop

At the bus stop

You are driving down the road in your car on a wild, stormy night, snow is coming down and the temperature is freezing, when you pass by a bus stop and you see three people waiting for the bus: 1. An old lady who looks as if she is about to die. 2. An old friend who...

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Multiple marriages

Multiple marriages

A man who lived in a small town legally married twenty five different women - a case of Multiple marriages. None of the women died, and the man never got a divorce, and he didn't break any law.

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The woman and the hotel

The woman and the hotel

The woman and the hotel A woman arrives opposite a hotel with her car and immediately knows that she is bankrupt. How can this be true? Answers in the comments, or if you need a clue just ask.

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When 3 meters is just too far

When 3 meters is just too far

When 3 meters is just too far Have you ever been in a room, with a group of colleagues, clients or business partners, sat around the table computer in front of you - preferably open (this provides a nice barrier that helps protect us ... I imagine)? So you chat away...

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Self publishing a book

Self publishing a book

Self publishing a book Simon Duke talks to Susan about his experiences of self publishing a book, his own book, "Out of Bounds." Self publishing a book is popular for many reasons. Securing a traditional publishing contract may not work for you — they're hard to get,...

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Chris Novel writer – The Last Drop

Chris Novel writer – The Last Drop

Chris Novel writer - The Last Drop The Last Drop is a hilarious story of how oil is accidentally discovered on a small and up-to-now, unexplored island in The Persian Gulf by two bumbling brothers. The brothers first inherit a bicycle repair shop from their father who...

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Simon Duke Crime Fiction Writer

Simon Duke Crime Fiction Writer

  Simon Duke Crime Fiction Writer SIMON DUKE was born in Stoke-on-Trent (UK) in 1979. He obtained a B.A. in French with Film Studies in 2001 and has been working in journalism ever since. He currently lives in Toulouse, France. 'Out of Bounds', his first novel,...

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Do we need to change the way we learn?

Do we need to change the way we learn?

Do we need to change the way we learn? There have been excellent arguments that have promoted the notions of Lifelong Learning (LLL) since the 1950s (see the work of Carl Rogers et al.), but never has the argument for LLL held so much water. 'Lifelong learning' is the...

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Sue and Chris’ Big Adventure Part 2

Sue and Chris’ Big Adventure Part 2

Sue and Chris' Big Adventure Part 2 Sometimes airports can be confusing places, where to go is often clearly marked, but along with the excitement - or stress of taking a plane, some people tend to get lost. Sue and Chris arrive at the airport to board their plane to...

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Sue and Chris’ Big Adventure Part 1

Sue and Chris’ Big Adventure Part 1

Sue and Chris' Big Adventure Part 1 Follow Sue and Chris as they head off on their first big adventure - Sue and Chris' Big Adventure Part 1 In part one, they wake up a little late and have just an hour to get to the airport. Sue forgot to book a taxi, so they have to...

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Functions in a language

Functions in a language

Functions in a language Most of us will agree that a language is used to perform a variety of different things - these things are called functions. It is used to make statements, ask questions, express emotions, direct people, etc. It is clear that language is used to...

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Luke McAlister Rugby Player

Luke McAlister Rugby Player

Luke McAlister Rugby Player Charles Luke McAlister (born 28 August 1983 in Waitara) is a New Zealand rugby union footballer. He plays first five-eighth (fly-half) and second five-eighth (inside centre). He is the brother of New Zealand women's sevens player Kayla...

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Classic All Blacks Carlos Spencer rugby player

Classic All Blacks Carlos Spencer rugby player

Classic All Blacks Carlos Spencer rugby player Carlos James Spencer (born 14 October 1975 in Levin) is a former New Zealand rugby union footballer and most recently the head coach of the Eastern Province Kings. During his playing days, he played at fly-half (first...

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Classic All Blacks Carl Hayman rugby player

Classic All Blacks Carl Hayman rugby player

Classic All Blacks Carl Hayman rugby player Carl Hayman (born 14 November 1979 in Opunake, New Zealand) is a New Zealand rugby union footballer who plays at tighthead prop. Hayman has previously played for the Highlanders in Super Rugby, Otago in the NPC,...

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Florian Bucket list

Florian Bucket list

Florian Bucket list Listen to Florian's bucket list, but try the pre-listening questions first. A bucket list is a list of items, challenges etc., that people want to do before they die. A check-list of lifetime wishes that people really want to do at some point in...

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Adaptation to Climate Change

Adaptation to Climate Change

Adaptation to climate change Adaptation to Climate Change, means anticipating the adverse effects of climate change and taking appropriate action to prevent or minimise the damage they can cause, or taking advantage of opportunities that may arise. It has been shown...

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Business Process Improvement – Omar

Business Process Improvement – Omar

  Business process improvement (BPI) Listen to Omar, from a leading airline based in Abu Dhabi do a presentation about Business Process Improvement in his company, including : His roles in Business Process Improvement The objectives of BPI in his company How they...

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Multimedia and IT Technician

Multimedia and IT Technician

Multimedia and IT Technician In the series « Tell me about your job. » I am joined today at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the primary airport serving the Greater Los Angeles Area by Jon, a multimedia and IT technician. Jon has been doing this job for the...

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Marie – May the best house win.

Marie – May the best house win.

May the Best House Win was a British lifestyle game show that aired on ITV from 22 February 2010 to 24 June 2013 and was narrated by Guy Porritt. The show sees four proud homeowners compete to win £1,000 by showing off their homes to the other contestants, who will...

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Communication is hearing what isn’t heard

Communication is hearing what isn’t heard

Peter Drucker once said that, “The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.”

Furthermore, one of the pre-suppositions of NLP states that ‘you cannot, not communicate – everything you say and most of what you do will communicate something, so the idea of radio silence, can have the effect of turning the sound right up.

People often, mistakingly, imagine, that by doing nothing, they can avoid personal responsibility in communication, but, I am sorry to say, this just isn’t true, non-action is not an option, as it will be interpreted in some way by the listener(s).

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Chris’ Jokes – Episode 2

Chris’ Jokes – Episode 2

Chris' Jokes - Episode 2 Back by popular demand (at least that is what Chris told us to write) is Chris with a handful of fabulous jokes in front of an adoring crowd (he told us to write that too...)

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Travel – Charles Couchsurfing

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Travel - Charles Couchsurfing Listen to Charles talk about his experiences of travelling and couchsurfing. Couchsurfing International Inc. is a hospitality exchange and social networking website. The website provides a platform for members to "surf" on couches by...

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Helen – Friendship Force

Helen – Friendship Force

Helen - Friendship Force Listen to Helen, a Canadian, talk about her travel experiences throughout the world with Friendship Force and other ways that she has travelled, including driving around The UK in a VW Combi. Friendship Force International provides...

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Learning a Language – Frederique

Learning a Language – Frederique

Frédérique talks about learning English and especially the stresses of speaking English in a professional context. She recognises that being a perfectionist can actually hamper language learning and subsequent language production. She also talks about her achievements...

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Jon’s bucket list

Jon’s bucket list

Listen to Jon talk about his bucket list and one thing that he has already ticked-off of his previous bucket list. This is particularly accessible for low-level or beginners.

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Rebecca – Living abroad

Rebecca – Living abroad

Have you ever lived in a foreign country?

Have you ever had experiences of living or working in a different culture?

Listen to the Rebecca, an Australian, talking about her experiences of living in several countries and the cultural and linguistic hurdles she had to over come.

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The Boston Shakers from Liverpool

The Boston Shakers from Liverpool

An Podcast interview with two members of the rock band The Boston Shakers, who are in France for their annual holiday, where they talk about living in a foreign country and their life and music in Liverpool, England.

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Chris – Technophile

Chris – Technophile

Chris could be described as a technophile - Technophilia (from Greek τέχνη - technē, "art, skill, craft" and φίλος - philos, "beloved, dear, friend") refers generally to a strong enthusiasm for technology, especially new technologiessuch as personal computers,...

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Anti Gadgets Technophobe

Anti Gadgets Technophobe

Listen to Sue, explaining her views on everyday technology and gadgets - she could be described as a technophobe. Technophobia (from Greek τέχνη technē, "art, skill, craft" and φόβος phobos, "fear") is the fear or dislike of advanced technology or complex devices,...

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Knowledge Management

Knowledge Management

Knowledge management (KM) is the process of capturing, developing, sharing, and effectively using organizational knowledge. It refers to a multi-disciplined approach to achieving organisational objectives by making the best use of knowledge. (Source Wikipedia).

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The UFO Investigator

The UFO Investigator

How many unidentified flying phenomena do you think are sighted by people and that cannot be explained by scientists every year? Are UFOs investigated by keen amateurs and geeks? Are UFOs taken seriously by governments and state agencies? Listen to a real UFO...

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Child Development & Welfare

Child Development & Welfare

  Child development refers to the biological, psychological and emotional changes that occur in human beings between birth and the end of adolescence, as the individual progresses from dependency to increasing autonomy. Listen to Linda, a Canadian, talking about...

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Chris & Sue Meet

Chris & Sue Meet

Chris & Sue Meet Chris & Sue Meet for the first time to talk about the idea of starting a podcasting site for learners of English as a second language. This was the very beginning of EFL PodBlog.

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Susan in lockdown

Susan in lockdown

Susan in Lockdown Susan talks about positive & negative experiences of the lockdown in FranceFrance in lockdownFrance put its 67 million people under lockdown on Tuesday 17 March 2020, in an unprecedented act during peacetime, and said it was ready to nationalise...

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Covid-19 series part 1: Adapting to life in lockdown

Covid-19 series part 1: Adapting to life in lockdown

Covid-19 series part 1: Adapting to life in lockdown Since the beginning of the year we have all been living in strange times. First we watched on TV as the COVID-19 virus took hold in China and then as the weeks went by the virus crept into the Middle East, Europe,...

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The BIG Valentine’s Day Trivia Quiz

The BIG Valentine’s Day Trivia Quiz

The BIG Valentine's Day Trivia Quiz Valentine's Day, also known as Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is a celebration observed on February 14 each year. It is celebrated in many countries around the world, although it is not a public holiday in...

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The Quirky OSCARS 2020 Quiz

The Quirky OSCARS 2020 Quiz

The Quirky OSCARS 2020 Quiz The red carpet, the sparkle, the dazzle...... it has to be the Oscars. Nine films were nominated for Best Picture. Ford v Ferrari The Irishman Jojo Rabbit Joker Little Women Marriage Story 1917 Parasite Once Upon A Time in Hollywood How...

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A meal in an English pub

A meal in an English pub

A meal in an English pub A meal in an English pub is a great way to meet up with friends for an informal chat, drink and to have something to eat. However, as you will hear, pubs can be busy and noisy places and are sometimes not the best place to have a conversation...

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England v New Zealand Rugby Quiz

England v New Zealand Rugby Quiz

It's the big one on Saturday 26 October 2019 - the semi finals of the Rugby World Cup with a mouth watering clash between England and New Zealand. England and New Zealand go head to head for a place in the 2019 World Cup Final this weekend. Saturday's mammoth clash in...

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My bucket list Nicolas

My bucket list Nicolas

My bucket list Nicolas The expression, "Bucket list" comes from kick the bucket (“to die”) + list, hence a “list of things to do before you die". The term was coined by American and British screenwriter Justin Zackham in his screenplay for the 2007 film The Bucket...

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England v Australia rugby quiz

England v Australia rugby quiz

England v Australia rugby quiz England will be looking to right the wrongs of four years ago when they meet Australia for a place in the Rugby World Cup semi-final on Saturday 19 October. At the last World Cup, in 2015, England lost a must-win pool stage game against...

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Rugby World cup England v Argentina quiz

Rugby World cup England v Argentina quiz

Rugby World cup England v Argentina quiz Rugby World cup England v Argentina quiz England's third pool match at Rugby World Cup 2019 will be against the Argentina at the The Tokyo Stadium on Saturday October 5. England look the stronger of the two sides and know that...

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English Podcasts interviews Boris Johnson

English Podcasts interviews Boris Johnson

English Podcasts interviews Boris Johnson This is just a bit of fun and is in no way meant to be political and does not represent any political views of the site, as we hold no political views.. At the time of recording, the colourful character, Boris Johnson was / is...

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Rugby World cup England v USA quiz

Rugby World cup England v USA quiz

Rugby World cup England v USA quiz England's second pool match at Rugby World Cup 2019 will be against the USA at the Kobe Misaki Stadium on Thursday 26th September. England previously met the USA during the pool stages of the 1987, 1991 and 2007 editions of the...

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Rugby World Cup 2019 England v Tonga quiz

Rugby World Cup 2019 England v Tonga quiz

England begin their quest for the Rugby World Cup trophy with a clash against Tonga on the opening weekend of the tournament. Eddie Jones’ men will hope to banish all memories of their pool-stage exit when hosting the tournament in 2015. New Zealand, Australia and...

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5 ways to listen better

5 ways to listen better

5 ways to listen better In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, "We are losing our listening." In this short, fascinating talk, Julian Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening -- to other people and the world...

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10 Killer questions Emmanuel

10 Killer questions Emmanuel

10 Killer questions Emmanuel The Proust Questionnaire is a questionnaire about one's personality. Its name and modern popularity as a form of interview is owed to the responses given by the French writer Marcel Proust. At the end of the nineteenth century, when Proust...

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What is in a name?

What is in a name?

What is in a name? In this podcast we talk about surnames in The UK, especially including some famous names and where they originate from - so we are looking at what is in a name. Everyone has one, no matter where you are from (with a few notable exceptions) and they...

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How well do you know Facebook?

How well do you know Facebook?

How well do you know Facebook? You may be one of the 2.14 billion monthly users of Facebook, but how well do you know Facebook? Facebook is undeniably the largest social networking site in the world, it should come as no surprise then, that there are many wild and...

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What really happens if there is no Brexit deal?

What really happens if there is no Brexit deal?

What really happens if there is no Brexit deal? Taking your car abroad In a sentence You’ll have to request a green card from your insurer if driving to Europe after 29 March. Currently, a driver of a UK-registered car is allowed to drive anywhere in the EU, the EEA...

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My bucket list Emmanuel

My bucket list Emmanuel

Emmanuel shares his bucket list with us. To be fair, he was asked with little or no time to think about it, so maybe, if we did it again, as we most probably will do, the bucket list would probably be very different than this one. It is quite an interesting exercise...

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Le Tour de France comes to Toulouse

Le Tour de France comes to Toulouse

Le Tour de France comes to Toulouse STAGE 11: ALBI - TOULOUSE 17 July 2019 Wednesday 17 July - Following the first rest day of this year's race, the Tour de France continues with stage 11 from Albi to Toulouse. The 167 kilometres route meanders through the south of...

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10 Killer Questions for Fred

10 Killer Questions for Fred

The Proust Questionnaire is a questionnaire about one's personality. Its name and modern popularity as a form of interview is owed to the responses given by the French writer Marcel Proust. At the end of the nineteenth century, when Proust was still in his teens, he...

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Surprising Incredible India

Surprising Incredible India

Surprising Incredible India Listen to Sue interview Chris about his recent trip to India and especially about what surprised him. During his travels in India, Chris went to Bangalore in the south and then to Rajasthan in the north, to The Taj Mahal in Agra, Fatihpur...

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Brexit Update 9 April 2019

Brexit Update 9 April 2019

Dear Everyone, The British Government continues to seek a way in which the UK can leave the EU in an orderly manner and without undue delay. In the meantime, the French Government is publishing more information about what a no-deal would mean for British nationals in...

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Serge on holiday in the west of The USA

Serge on holiday in the west of The USA

  Serge on holiday in the west of The USA Serge on holiday in the west of The USA - a podcast with a French person who spent 3 weeks travelling around the National Parks in the west of The USA. Serge flew from Toulouse, France to Denver, Colorado via Paris,...

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Regional food: Derbyshire

Regional food: Derbyshire

Regional food: Derbyshire All countries have regional food specialities; France is famous for its regional cuisine and world wide renowned foods but what about the UK ? What types of dishes do you associate with the UK ? Sue is from Derbyshire and she has a bit of...

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Valentine’s Day Bootcamp Quiz

Valentine’s Day Bootcamp Quiz

How romantic are you? Are you able to sweep your Valentine off of their feet with your charm or do your actions lead to you having a quiet cup of tea with the curtains drawn alone? Test out your romantic prowess with our Valentin's Boot Camp and see how your partner,...

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Facebook Live Quiz

Facebook Live Quiz

Here is recording of our Facebook Live quiz of 9 January 2019 - our first of many. Make sure you like and follow our page https://www.facebook.com/EFLPodblog/ and join our Facebook EFL PodBlog group so you miss nothing and keep up to date with what we are doing....

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The huge Music Intros Quiz

The huge Music Intros Quiz

The Huge Music Intros Quiz - a fitting way to end 2018 with a mega quiz that you can play with friends and family.A hundred well-know and less well-know intros of popular songs to test the most ardent music fans.Think you know music?Then try our quiz - we are sure...

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Start up to stand up

Start up to stand up

Start up to stand up Start up to stand up a good way of thinking about the process of getting a start up off the ground. Today we talk to Ahmed who has created a start up global business network. Start up to stand up talks about the ideas, the challenges and the...

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Ahmed – my country

Ahmed – my country

Ahmed - my country Today we podcasted Ahmed, who now lives in France, about life in his country, how he left his country and what he misses from back home. This is a podcast for English learners and is non-political, non-religious and has no views on any issues that...

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The food we miss from home part 2

The food we miss from home part 2

The Foods We miss from home part 2 - When living away from home, your tastes change and you learn to adapt to the local food and end up loving it in most cases. That said, we can still miss some of the food from back home and from time to time, get a craving for those...

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The Awesome EFL PodBlog  News Quiz of 2018

The Awesome EFL PodBlog News Quiz of 2018

The Awesome EFL PodBlog News Quiz of 2018 Have you kept up to date with the news this year? Can you recall what happened back in January and February? Or even back in August ? Or last month ? Try this quiz which will test your memory and also help you with useful...

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Fred’s bucket list

Fred’s bucket list

Listen to Fred talking about his bucket list. As with many people, he wants to travel, perhaps all over the world, and a bucket list is a great way to tick off travel destinations. The good thing about this is that as we tick off destinations, we get an appetite for...

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The Foods We miss from The UK

The Foods We miss from The UK

The Foods We miss from The UK When living away from home, your tastes change and you learn to adapt to the local food and end up loving it in most cases. That said, we can still miss some of the food from back home and from time to time, get a craving for those...

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Police act against Scooter Crime in The UK

Police act against Scooter Crime in The UK

Police officers will use their vehicles to knock moped thieves off their bikes - even during high-speed pursuits, Scotland Yard has said. Commander Amanda Pearson, of the Metropolitan Police in London front-line policing unit, said a hard-line approach using "tactical...

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My Bucket List Sebastien

My Bucket List Sebastien

Sebastien shares his bucket list with us. To be fair, he was asked with little or no time to think about it, so maybe, if we did it again, as we most probably will do, the bucket list would probably be very fifferent than this one. It is quite an interesting exercise...

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3 Jardins and Palais of Marrakesh

3 Jardins and Palais of Marrakesh

Marrakech is famed for its pink walls and historic buildings and souks, but just as important to the city are its beautiful gardens. From the lush courtyards of the riads to the expansive formal gardens of its palaces and museums, these green spaces are havens from...

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The souks of Marrakesh Morocco

The souks of Marrakesh Morocco

The souks of Marrakesh Morocco The souks of Marrakesh Morocco, Marrakesh has the largest traditional Berber market in Morocco and the image of the city is closely associated with its souks. The souks are the principal shopping attraction in the city: A honeycomb of...

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Drowning in Plastic trailer

Drowning in Plastic trailer

Drowning in Plastic trailer Drowning in Plastic trailer - Liz Bonnin reveals the full scale of the world’s plastic problem and its impact on wildlife, exploring ways in which science can offer a solution. Our blue planet is facing one its biggest threats in human...

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The worst polluters in the world

The worst polluters in the world

The worst polluters in the world are generally assumed to be the oil, mining and manufacturing industries. Industrial wastes are one of the top sources of environmental pollution. Across the world, untreated or improperly treated industrial waste pollutes the air,...

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Molecular gastronomy

Molecular gastronomy

Molecular gastronomy is a subdiscipline of food science that seeks to investigate the physical and chemical transformations of ingredients that occur in cooking. Its program includes three areas, as cooking was recognized to have three components, which are social,...

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Famous people past and present interviewed

Famous people past and present interviewed

Famous people past and present interviewed Have you ever dreamt about interviewing a famous person or a person who is no longer among us? We have some Famous people past and present interviewed here. Well, we have harnessed the power of podcasting to do just that,...

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Invitoscope

Invitoscope

Hervé Bellut, the creator of this self development board game, has had a varied and interesting career path. His formal studies were in astrophysics, and as an aerospace engineer he went on to become interested in occupational stress in the workplace. This interest...

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My 50 Greatest French Films

My 50 Greatest French Films

    France can, with some justification, claim to have invented the whole concept of cinema. Film historians call The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat Station, the 50-second film by the Lumière brothers first screened in 1895, the birth of the medium. French...

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Cannes film festival 2018 opening night

Cannes film festival 2018 opening night

Cannes film festival 2018 opening night Cannes film festival 2018 opening night - have you heard about the Cannes film festival ? What are the images which come to mind? Glamour, the red carpet, champagne and movie stars? In this podcast, a cinema 500 miles away from...

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Experiences of being on stage

Experiences of being on stage

Experiences of being on stage Experiences of being on stage can be both a very exciting or a very stressful experience, especially if you suffer from Stage fright or performance anxiety. Susan asks Andy, a somewhat seasoned performer, and Chris who is just staring...

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The Top 10 Healthiest Foods you can eat

The Top 10 Healthiest Foods you can eat

The Top 10 Healthiest Foods you can eat The Top 10 Healthiest Foods you can eat, health food is food marketed to provide human health effects beyond a normal healthy diet required for human nutrition. Foods marketed as health foods may be part of one or more...

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The consequences of an unhealthy diet

The consequences of an unhealthy diet

The consequences of an unhealthy diet The consequences of an unhealthy diet - researchers at Virginia Tech have found that veering away from your healthy eating habits for just 5-days could have negative effects on your metabolism and lead to long-term problems like...

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What is assertive communication?

What is assertive communication?

What is assertive communication? What is assertive communication you may be asking yourself, but wht is assertive communication? Assertiveness is the quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive. In the field of psychology and psychotherapy, it...

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The discovery of Trappist 1

The discovery of Trappist 1

The discovery of Trappist 1 Astronomers have just identified a nearby solar system hosting seven Earth-sized planets. Most intriguing: Three planets that orbit its central star — known as TRAPPIST-1 — may even be within a habitable zone. That means they fall within a...

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Don’t be fooled April fool quiz

Don’t be fooled April fool quiz

Don't be fooled on April Fools Day ! Have you heard of April Fools day ? It occurs in many countries but not necessarily on April 1st. It is a day when people like to play practical jokes on each other and then shout  "April fool" at the unfortunate victim(s). These...

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What is going on in these sequences

What is going on in these sequences

What is going on in these sequences What is going on in these sequences - can you tell just by listening to the sounds? The best language learners are a combination of people who are curious, who keep asking themselves questions and are actively involved in their own...

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Three items on my Bucket List – Merry

Three items on my Bucket List – Merry

Three items on my Bucket List - Merry Three items on my Bucket List - Merry came in today to tell us a little about what three things are at the very top of her bucket list. She is just starting out with learning English and we are both very pleased and grateful to...

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Are you an amazing English teacher?

Are you an amazing English teacher?

Are you an amazing English teacher? Are you an amazing English teacher? Try this quiz, which is mostly meant for fun, but could also be an occasion to look at the way that you - if you are a teacher do your job and to look honestly at what you do and your motivation...

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What will humans look like in 1000 Years?

What will humans look like in 1000 Years?

What will humans look like in 1000 Years? What will humans look like in 1000 Years? What will humanity look like in 1000 years? About 10,000 years ago, humans evolved a tolerance to cow's milk; over the past 150 years, we've added 10 centimetres to our average height;...

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The first time I saw snow

The first time I saw snow

The first time I saw snow The first time I saw snow - Can you remember the first time you saw snow ? Do you live in a country where snow is usual or do you live in a region of the world where snow is a highly unlikely event? Some countries never get a single flake of...

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Making an easy and delicious Chicken curry

Making an easy and delicious Chicken curry

Making an easy and delicious Chicken curry - it is so easy when you know how. If you enjoy Indian or Asian food, then you probably like curries - delicious aren't they! Chicken curry is a common delicacy in the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, as well as in the...

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To learn is to be free

To learn is to be free

To learn is to be free An inspiring talk about learning by Shahmeem Akhtar To learn is to be free - Shameem Akhtar posed as a boy during her early childhood in Pakistan so she could enjoy the privileges Pakistani girls are rarely afforded: to play outside and attend...

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My bucket list – Mylène

My bucket list – Mylène

My bucket list - Mylène Listen to Mylène talking about what she has on her bucket list.  She also says that her bucket list changes through time, as she achieves some of the things on her bucket list, other things are added, so it becomes a lifelong journey. A list of...

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Which beer suits your personality ?

Which beer suits your personality ?

Which beer suits your personality ? Which beer suits your personality ? Beer is one of the oldest and most widely consumed alcoholic drinks in the world, and the third most popular drink after water and tea. Indeed in the middle ages beer was considered safer and a...

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6 Nations Rugby Six amazing anthems

6 Nations Rugby Six amazing anthems

6 Nations Rugby Six amazing anthems The Six Nations Rugby tournament 2018 started on Saturday 3 February with the first match with Wales v Scotland from The Pricipality Stadium, followed by France v Ireland from Le Stade de France. This year's tournament promises to...

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Andy Pudding Podcast comprehension quiz

Andy Pudding Podcast comprehension quiz

Andy Pudding Podcast comprehension quiz Andy Pudding Podcast comprehension quiz is a way to get to understand real, spoken English in a three-way conversation. We suggest that you listen to the podcast here before looking attempting the quiz so as to understand the...

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A British comedian in Toulouse

A British comedian in Toulouse

A British comedian in Toulouse Andy Pudding (it's his stage name, not his real name) is a comedian, living in Toulouse, France who does a stand-up comedy show called "Mad in France" and another that he is refining. His comedy revolves around his first-hand...

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New Words of 2017

New Words of 2017

The English language is constantly changing, growing and expanding with over 1,000 new words added to dictionaries this year. The English language is alive and well !  All on-line dictionaries monitor the number of times words are looked up and they also respond to...

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The origins of Boxing Day

The origins of Boxing Day

The origins of Boxing Day Boxing Day is widely celebrated in countries that are part of the British Commonwealth. It's origins are obscure, but they date back centuries. In the UK it is a day where families get together and also a huge day for sporting activities such...

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Christmas Songs – Introductions Quiz

Christmas Songs – Introductions Quiz

Christmas Songs - Introductions Quiz Can you name these Christmas Songs from the Introductions in this Christmas Songs - Introductions Quiz? Everyone likes a quiz, and some like Christmas songs, so if you like quizzes and Christmas songs, look no further - here is a...

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My Learning Crush Adventures

My Learning Crush Adventures

If you want to effectively learn English, then you need to get really motivated and what better way to get motivated than to go on an adventure? Another way to get motivated to use the language is to travel... We have put these elements together in an innovative way...

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Christmas lights in Toulouse, France

Christmas lights in Toulouse, France

It's Christmas again - yeah, already ... how did that happen? Here is a selection of the lights in Toulouse, France. Christmas lights (also known as fairy lights) are lights used for decoration in celebration of Christmas, often on display throughout the Christmas...

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Murder mystery at the castle

Murder mystery at the castle

Murder mystery at the castle Murder mystery at the castle - there's been a murder at the horrible castle, one of the horrible servants has killed the horrible Duke and nobody knows who the murderer is. Luckily the clever Sergeant Podblog from The Grammar Police is at...

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Modals of Possibility – London travel

Modals of Possibility – London travel

Chris has just been to the travel information office in London, where the information officer suggested some ideas on travelling around London. In this video, he tries to remember the advice that he was given. Some of the modals of possibility were used here : You can...

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Talking about the stars

Talking about the stars

It’s curious that so many people obsessively read their horoscopes. According to a studies, many Americans believe astrology is scientific. The study also revealed that skepticism of astrology is decreasing, and indeed you don’t have to look far online to find the...

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The Ultimate Thanksgiving Quiz

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Quiz

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Quiz A table full of turkey, corn, stuffing and cranberries can only mean one thing: Thanksgiving! Aside from the tasty morsels, Thanksgiving is also a yearly celebration of gratitude that originated with the Pilgrims and Native Americans....

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Halloween; cult film Rocky Horror Show

Halloween; cult film Rocky Horror Show

The 31st October means just one thing.... Halloween! If you've had enough of all those clips explaining the origins of Halloween, go straight for the fun with this clip of the classic Rocky Horror Show song Let's do the time Warp again. The Rocky Horror Picture Show...

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Being bilingual, is it all good news?

Being bilingual, is it all good news?

Without doubt speaking more than one language is an advantage in the workplace, when traveling or just being able to watch movies in the original version.

Listen to this light hearted discussion with Laura about her real life experiences growing up in a bilingual situation speaking one language at home and another language at school.

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Tour de France trivia

Tour de France trivia

Tour de France trivia Do you know a lot about The Tour de France? Find out in our Tour de France trivia podcast. The Tour de France, the Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a España make up cycling's prestigious, three-week-long Grand Tours. The Tour de France is the oldest and...

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What fruit is this?

What fruit is this?

What fruit is this? What fruit is it? Is an example of some flashcards that you can use to help beginners learn the names of some fruits - it can also be used to refresh the memory of more advanced learners, and perhaps help them learn some new vocabulary. [h5p...

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Smartphones – Does this ever happen to you?

Smartphones – Does this ever happen to you?

Picture the scene, you are at the dinner table and someone is constantly watching their phone and then makes an excuse (or not) to reply to a text message, a whatsapp post, a Facebook post or a Twitter message. I mean, has this ever happened to you? How do you feel...

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Cannes Film Festival 2017 quiz

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Cannes Film Festival 2017 quiz The 70th annual Cannes Film Festival is currently taking place from 17 to 28 May 2017, in Cannes, France. Spanish film director and screenwriter Pedro Almodóvar has been selected as the President of the Jury for the festival with Italian...

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False news and Logical Fallacies

False news and Logical Fallacies

A logical fallacy is a flaw in reasoning. Logical fallacies are like tricks or illusions of thought, and they're often very sneakily used by politicians and the media to fool people. A fallacy is an incorrect argument in logic and rhetoric which undermines an...

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Sergeant Podblog and The oil Mystery Episode 1

Sergeant Podblog and The oil Mystery Episode 1

Sergeant Podblog and The oil Mystery Episode 1 Sergeant Podblog and The oil Mystery Episode 1 - Sergeant Podblog is called in to solve the case of The murder of Inspector Whatsisname, whose body was found at the foot of Cheddar Gorge, stabbed with a note with the...

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7 Secret Places Hidden in Plain Sight

7 Secret Places Hidden in Plain Sight

7 Secret Places Hidden in Plain Sight When you wait for hours in line to get a new Facebook profile picture with some famous painting or monument, you can't help but wondering if it's worth the effort. After all, these are the most photographed places on Earth. Even...

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The French Presidential election quiz

The French Presidential election quiz

It's that time again, The French are going to the polls to elect their new president, the president who will take over running the country from François Hollande. The first round of the 2017 French presidential election is set to be held on 23 April 2017. Should no...

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Sergeant Podblog and the coded message

Sergeant Podblog and the coded message

Sergeant Podblog and the coded message Sergeant Podblog is called in to investigate a murder (again) - the poor man can't get a minute's peace. This time he investigates a murder of a famous writer, who has been stabbed in his own appartment. There is a body, slumped...

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On this day in History

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On this day in History If you thought that the Pony Express - the original Wild West postal service, lasted for a long time, then you may be surprised to hear that it's existence was pretty short. What did they do on April 3 1860? How far did the Pony Express riders...

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Spaghetti-Harvest in Ticino

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Spaghetti-Harvest in Ticino This is an old film of the world famous spaghetti harvest in action in Ticina, Switzerland. The spaghetti tree film is a famous 3-minute report broadcast on 1 April 1957 by the BBC current affairs programme Panorama. It told a tale of a...

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Why Do American Accents Sound That Way?

Why Do American Accents Sound That Way?

Why Do American Accents Sound That Way? Why Do American Accents Sound That Way? Have you ever wondered why accents sound as they do? Some think that there is such a thing as an American accents, however there are very divers accents all across North American that...

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