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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Travel – Charles Couchsurfing

Travel – Charles Couchsurfing

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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