In this episode Chris and Sue dive into one of Britain’s boldest cultural claims: Did the UK invent sport?

Join Chris and Sue on a relaxed and entertaining 7.5km walk along the beautiful Coulée Verte in Toulouse, France.

This podcast focuses on learning English vocabulary in context, improving pronunciation, and mastering English.

Why do we say make a decision but do homework? Why is it heavy rain and not strong rain? This episode is here to help.

Feel the atmosphere in a European Cup rugby match in Toulouse, France as fans predict the outcome before the match.

Describing food likes and dislikes is a basic language skill to acquire. Listen in as we describe “horrible” foods.

Quizzes aren’t just about answering questions; they challenge your knowledge, spark curiosity, and keep you on your toes.

National Pet Day is April 11, although if you’re a pet owner, Pet Day is every day. Do you know all the facts?

Did you know that 93% of all resolutions made on 31 December are abandoned just a week or two later?

The French citizenship test is designed to test your knowledge of French values rooted in culture and history.

Is the thrill of the crowd worth the ticket price, or does the TV offer the ultimate front-row seat?

A controversial idea…. The Enhanced Games which encourages performance enhanced drugs in sport.

Chris tells Sue all about his trip to India where he went off the typical tourist track and went off the beaten track.

Ever heard of a SWOT ? What about a language SWOT? Find out how to assess your strengths and weaknesses.

Whether you are an Aviation Ace or just a frequent flyer this quiz will test your knowledge of aviation developments.

Discover the origins of streets names, roads, lanes, and alleys We explore historic figures, battles and trades.

Tag questions are very common in natural English but tricky for learners to use. Listen in for top tips.

Do you consider sugar as a sweet friend or sneaky foe? What about natural sugars in fruit?

Part 1 in our series, The Restaurant. We meet up and get settled into our seats… eventually. Check Comp out the quiz too.

Episode 2 in our series, The Restaurant. At last we’ve got the menu, and we go through the choices… but we need a little help.

Episode 3. We order the food, but it seems that some of our choices are “off”. Can the waitress cope with 2 difficult customers?

Episode 4. The food is served, but Chris has a problem with the curry, and we want more chips!, Can the waitress cope?

Episode 5. Paying the bill. Do they split the bill or does Chris treat Sue? Should they leave a tip after a disappointing meal?

Episode 6. Writing a review. How many stars would you give to this restaurant for its service, food quality, value for money ?

In this podcast, we’re on holiday in New York! You’ll hear about the top places to visit and also great grammar too.

We’ve all seen the New York skyline in movies or even in real life, but what do you really know about it? Lots of fun facts.

Millions in the UK tune in usually several times a week, to follow the ups and downs in the storylines in the British TV soaps.

Are superstitions dangerous, or just a harmless cultural traditional? You’ll learn lots of vocabulary along the way.

Are you superstitious ? Many people are! Check out this quiz which focuses on global superstitions. Lots of vocabulary.

Making coffee has almost become an art form. What do you know about the intricacies of coffee making?

“You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy coffee, and that’s pretty close”. This Comp quiz is a great way to learn vocabulary.

Could you live without your apps? Are they really that useful? Do you use the same ones as us?

What is your kind of humour? Are you silly, surreal or witty? What about irony? Does humour translate well?

Sue talks to Dave (a football fan) and Victoria (who’s not) about the violence in football after England’s penalty defeat 2020.

This is a fun podcast citing crazy conspiracy theories with a wide range of ways to agree and disagree.

How does hunger mess with our emotions? Are we angry or hangry ? Is your body just saying “feed me”?

Why do we put things off, how our brains trick us into delaying tasks, and what we can do to break the cycle. 

What would happen if the moon didn’t exist, if it just disappeared one day. What would be the effect on you?

We talk HOT ! Hot spices, Hot curries, Hot mouths, Hot countries… everything you need to know about hot spices and chillies.

Check out these “off the wall” fun facts and build vocabulary at the same time. Culture, geography, history, people..

You put a pair of socks into the machine, but only one comes out ! Is there a scientific reason for this?

Are you getting disheartened about your “lack” of progress? Tune in to our tips to help you keep going.

How does Fes compare to other cities in Morocco? Dive into a fascinating cultural experience.

France is the world’s number one holiday destination, but choosing where to go is a challenge. Try this quiz for inspiration.

We catch up with Craig who tells us about he used to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day and what he does now.

After listening to the podcast, check what you understood. Did you get Craig’s lovely Irish accent?

Ahmed who was born in Gaza, Palestine describes his home and how he left Gaza. The podcast was recorded in 2018.

Does the answer lay in science, is it instinct or is it just a pointless habit? You’ll be surprised by the answer.

We compare our favourite underground systems. For Sue it’s London, for Chris it’s Paris. Listen in for lots and lots of numbers.

How much do you know about chocolate? Plenty of fun trivia in this chocolate box on World Chocolate day.

Following the series of podcasts about Australia, this one is devoted to the best holiday things to do and to expect.

Use this quiz to check your understanding of the podcast + there are 10 general knowledge questions.

As part of our Australian series, this quiz takes you into the world of real Aussie slang, i.e Australian informal language.

Which 8 discs would you take to your Desert Island? This podcast is based on the BBC’s long running radio show Desert Island Discs.

Which 8 discs describe your life? This podcast is, based on the BBC’s long running radio show Desert Island Discs.

Chris helps Sue book a holiday aboard in real time. You can practice understanding flight times, dates, times, and costs

Listen in as Chris talks Sue through how to buy and sell on-line. There is a ton of useful vocabulary and great safety tips.

30 questions to test your bone crushing vocabulary. Lots of blood, gore and spoilers. Enjoy.

As an English learner do you think AI a great tool or just cheating and laziness ? It can be both, but how?

Christmas in Toulouse, is it really cold enough, dark enough for a good Christmas atmosphere? Well, there’s alway food !

Sydney has been voted the best city in the world to live. Is this just hype? What are the positives and the drawbacks?

Do French people tend to see the glass half full or half empty? Are they really that pessimistic? Myth or reality?

Speaking a foreign language on the phone is a challenge with issues of noise interference , comprehension and accent.

Are you unsure about the correct (and polite) form of saying “hello” and “goodbye” in your emails? We dive into this and lots more.

Pain: being stung by a bee, breaking both ankles at the same time, suffering with back pain and feeling the effects of a hangover.

The Tour de France is the most important bike race in the world which attracts a massive global audience.

Get ready to test your knowledge of the Past Simple, the Past Continuous, the Past Perfect and the Past Perfect continuous..

We take on a travel bet to see which is the fastest, most reliable and cheapest way to get from Toulouse to Paris. Car or plane?

Sue and Laura have a lighthearted discussion about growing up speaking French and English. Is it all good news ?

Sue, a European, chats with Cindy, an American from North Carolina, about her life as a gun(s) owner.

We proudly present our adopted city of Toulouse following the Lonely Planet’s announcement in 2025.

We compare how people dealt with the restrictions enforced by the plague in the 17th century with those of Covid.

Expand your vocabulary with this holiday quiz. Do you say “holiday” or “vacation” ? Find out why.

Are you surprised by what you find on holiday? Sue tells Chris about the 10 things that she wasn’t expecting in Cape Town.

Sue chats with Victoria about her cooking mishaps. They also give tips about writing a blog.

Listen in to the best tips and advice for dealing with stress and connecting effectively with your audience.

Should Christmas always be cold? Laura tells Sue about Festive Fun on Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia.

Do you know the origins of your favorite foods ? You’d be surprised to discover the origins behind many of them.

Sue chats to 2 Canadians about life in Canada. We know it can get cold, but how cold ? What is their lifestyle?

Now that really is a tricky question !! The conditionals may seem hard but in fact they are pretty simple.

What is the best thing to eat, to drink and where to go? Where’s the best place for a pub quiz?

Try these 30 questions covering history, people, monuments and language to test your knowledge of London.

What kind of language learner are you? A perfectionist? Impatient? Confident? Open minded? Anxious? Try out these questions.

Try this quiz, which is mostly meant for fun, but could also be an occasion to look at the way that you do your job.

We tackle grammar in an engaging detective story. Listen out for verbs in the past tense and the sentence structure.

This podcast was recorded during the Covid lockdown. How do you feel about home working now ?

Chris who’s never seen a Star Wars film, interviews movie goers as they leave the cinema after watching The Force Awakens.

As a language learner, it can be challenging to know which structure fits best to express your ideas clearly.

Chris tells Sue about a project that he has to buy and convert a van for a future tour that will include every European capital city,

Van Life is about freedom. Chris met up with a young German girl who quit her job and home to go on the road.

This is a great way to practice the past tense. Which events which stood out for you in 2024?

Test you knowledge of Europe with these tricky questions; culture, history, geography in a timed format.

Native speakers tend to answers questions by adding tan auxiliary verb to the yes and the no. Find out more.

Using GET is one of the most confusing verbs for language learners because it has many meanings. Try the quiz to learn more.

Can mindfulness boost awareness, promote cognitive and emotional processes during language learning?

Are you a true romantic or just doing the minimum to please. This tongue in cheek quiz will set you straight.

The street names of Toulouse, the home town of english-podcasts., tell a story. Join us on a journey around this historical city.

This quiz is full of interesting facts about the Pink City and a language comprehension check for the previous video.

Sue talks to Louise about how she accidentally arrived by sea onto a beach where 1,000 guitars were playing.

What a year 2020 was, only one subject dominated our lives! Take a look back and practice the past tense.