Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Improve Your English (2024)

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The growing popularity of Turkish television (Open to) 18:42

21h ago18:42

18:42

" Britain and the United States are the two biggest exporters of television. But the third-biggest may surprise you: Turkey. Long-running Turkish dramas have become among the most popular television shows around the world, from Chile to Bulgaria. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Today’s full English lesson, incl…

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Wachten tot de Zoom meeting begint - The Business English Snack / Zakelijk Engels 2:38

4d ago2:38

2:38

Je bent keurig op tijd, misschien zelf wel iets te vroeg, de camera’s staan aan, maar er is niemand die wat zegt. Durf jij je mond dan open te doen? If so heb ik een aantal zinnen die je zou kunnen gebruiken om in gesprek te komen. Ter inspiratie. Als er niets bij is dat geschikt is voor jouw situatie, kun je misschien een aantal woorden vervangen.…

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The Wide World of Sports Betting in the USA 20:49

14d ago20:49

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Learn how sports betting went from being a national concern to a booming industry in the USA, all while picking up sports-related idioms and expressions that cross over into business English. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega look at the world of sports betting in the USA. From the 1919 World Series scandal to the monumental shift in 2018 when sports…

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #19 (Intermediate) Goal Setting Step 5 7:03

15d ago7:03

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #19 (Intermediate) ENGLISH READING PRACTICE PLAYLIST – CLICK HERE To improve your English fluency and confidence when speaking, use the Synchronized Reading Method. Be sure to watch the Introduction video in the link above first, to understand the methodology. These English reading practice sessions will dramatically improv…

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Cracks are showing in America's real-estate racket (In the best possible light) 19:43

4d ago19:43

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" Americans buy and sell millions of homes per year, and about 90 percent of transactions use a real estate agent. But agents in the U.S. charge among the highest rates in the world, thanks to their stranglehold on the listing databases. But recent court cases are challenging the agents' control of the market. -- At Plain English, we make English l…

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Will new dry 'tiles' be the future of laundry detergent? (Morph into) 21:09

8d ago21:09

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" First there was powder. Then there was liquid laundry detergent. And then there were laundry ""pods,"" small capsules of pre-measured detergent. But now Proctor & Gamble, the maker of Tide, has a new way of getting laundry detergent into the machine. It's a dry tile, which is lighter, easier to pack, and contains less plastic. The company spent t…

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Gabriel García Márquez sons publish last book against author's wishes (Cloud your judgment) 24:41

11d ago24:41

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" The Nobel prize-winning author Gabriel García Márquez worked on a slim novel called ""Until August"" on and off for decades. In his final years, the author determined the book was not fit for publication and ordered the drafts destroyed. Now, ten years after his death, the writer's sons have published the book against his wishes. Did they do the …

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Een sales gesprek eindigen - The Business English Snack / Zakelijk Engels 2:28

11d ago2:28

2:28

Heb je net een goede meeting gehad, en of de uitslag nu positief of negatief is, op een gegeven moment wil je er een eind aan breien. Wat kun je dan zeggen op zo’n in between moment? Mix & match met deze 10 Engelse zinnen!Met meer gemak Engels spreken? Download het praktische en gratis stappenplan: www.improveyourbusinessenglish.nl/stappenplan…

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #19 (Advanced) Goal Setting Step 5 5:39

15d ago5:39

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #19 (Advanced) ENGLISH READING PRACTICE PLAYLIST – CLICK HERE To improve your English fluency and confidence when speaking, use the Synchronized Reading Method. Be sure to watch the Introduction video in the link above first, to understand the methodology. These English reading practice sessions will dramatically improve yo…

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Podcasting turns 20 years old (Come to mind) 22:09

15d ago22:09

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" Twenty years ago, a new computer program let consumers download a feed of audio clips onto their iPod music players. Today, ""podcasting"" serves millions of listeners of all interests. Here's how podcasting has grown over the years. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Today’s full English lesson, including a fre…

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Een gesprek beginnen bij de koffieautomaat - The Business English Snack / Zakelijk Engels 2:53

18d ago2:53

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Oh, het kan toch zo awkard zijn, als je naast iemand staat en je weet niet wat je moet zeggen. Vooral als het in het Engels is. Laat het koffie automaat moment niet aan je voorbij gaan en begin een gesprek.Mix & match met deze 10 Engelse zinnen!Wat kun je zelf doen om je zakelijk Engels te verbeteren? Download het praktische en gratis stappenplan: …

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Like it or not, it's Biden vs. Trump again (Pass the torch) 21:41

18d ago21:41

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" Three years ago, it seemed that neither Biden nor Trump would be on the American presidential ballot in 2024. But now both are, setting up a rematch from four years earlier. Too bad it's a rematch most voters don't want. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Today’s full English lesson, including a free transcript,…

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Four questions about weight-loss drugs (Press up against) 19:46

22d ago19:46

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" Weight-loss drugs look to figure prominently in the business and health landscape of the future. So today, we take a look at four questions about these drugs: How do patients' take them? Are they covered by insurance? How much do they cost? And why are they so hard to find? -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Tod…

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Positief je mening uiten - The Business English Snack / Zakelijk Engels 3:03

25d ago3:03

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Ben je het zat om steeds "I like this" te zeggen als er om je mening wordt gevraagd? Er zijn heel veel andere manieren om je mening op een positieve manier te uiten in een informele setting. Mix & match met deze 10 Engelse zinnen! Wat kun je zelf doen om je zakelijk Engels te verbeteren? Download het praktische en gratis stappenplan: https://www.im…

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The perils of going off weight-loss drugs (Slow down) 18:42

25d ago18:42

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" Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy have become extremely popular in recent years. Recent studies confirm that patients regain much of the weight they lose if they ever stop treatment. But not everyone can afford to take these drugs for life. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Today’s full English lesson, including a …

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Soaring Stocks and Semiconductor Success 19:57

28d ago19:57

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Discover the latest economic developments in Japan, focusing on the Nikkei 225 index reaching a new high and the opening of a TSMC semiconductor plant in Kumamoto. This episode is a great chance to learn business English vocabulary related to important economic changes. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega examine recent economic milestones in Japan, in…

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How our lives are different after the pandemic (Stick with) 19:55

29d ago19:55

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" Four years ago, our lives changed in an instant. As the immediate danger of the pandemic subsided, we went back to our old habits of eating indoors, gathering with friends and family, and traveling. But there are some changes that persisted, even after the pandemic ended. Here are a few of them. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for th…

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Onderbreken tijdens een meeting - The Business English Snack / zakelijk Engels 3:14

1M ago3:14

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Stel je zit in een meeting waar alleen Engels wordt gesproken, er is een discussie gaande, je wilt wat bijdragen en degene die spreekt onderbreken. Je weet wat je wilt zeggen, wilt toevoegen, maar het voelt super ongemakkelijk om je moment te pakken, dus wat zeg je dan? Mix & match met deze 10 Engelse zinnen! Wat kun je zelf doen om je zakelijk Eng…

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COVID predictions that never came true (Come true) 21:46

1M ago21:46

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" People would never go on cruises again. They'd probably wear paper face masks in public, even after the pandemic receded. These are just two examples of predictions that did not come true. Four years after the ""novel coronavirus"" swept the world, these habits are no more. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Tod…

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Meet me at the 'zombie mall' (Put off) 18:47

1M ago18:47

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" What happens to a large shopping mall after the biggest stores close? The mall often stays open in a zombie state: fewer customers, lower quality, and a depressing vibe. But they can still be profitable under the right circumstances. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world. -- Today’s full English lesson, including a fre…

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The rise and slow fall of the indoor mall (Wander around) 19:07

1M ago19:07

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" The enclosed shopping mall was once the epicenter of suburban social life. But now, the age of the indoor mall is ending. E-commerce and shifting consumer preferences have left some malls struggling. Here's how malls rose to prominence...and how many are fighting for their survival. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern worl…

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Turbulent Skies: The Shifting Winds of Air Freight and Cargo 20:35

1M ago20:35

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The Air Cargo and Freight industry has faced many challenges over the past few years. The COVID-19 pandemic, increasing operational costs, and fluctuating customer demand have all been issues the industry has had to deal with. In this episode of Down to Business English we look at all of these factors. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to …

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The fate of the penny in 7 currencies (More trouble than it's worth) 20:22

1M ago20:22

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" Swiss francs, British pounds, euros, and various kinds of dollars are divided into hundredths. But not all currencies have 1/100th coins. Today, we look at how Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, euro-area countries, the U.S., and the U.K. handle their lowest-value coins. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world.…

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‘Nearshoring’ in Mexico and eastern Europe (Carve out) 19:46

2M ago19:46

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" If the 1990s and 2000s were about globalization and offshoring, then the 2020s are about ""nearshoring."" Large companies in the U.S. and western Europe want to bring manufacturing and services closer to home. But they still want lower-cost labor that globalization has provided them. Mexico and eastern Europe are using the ""nearshoring"" trend t…

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The winners and losers of Leap Years (Fall on) 18:01

2M ago18:01

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" Leap Years come (about!) once every four years. The unusual day can cause havoc for some people, least of all the approximately 5 million who were born on February 29. In this lighthearted story, we take a look at how the day affects different people ... and who benefits from the extra day. -- At Plain English, we make English lessons for the mod…

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STARTING A JOB at an English speaking company - Tips and Vocabulary 25:23

2M ago25:23

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Starting a job at an English speaking company can be a challenge. So much new information, meeting new people, and lots of conversations. Although listening is important, knowing what to say when you speak is important too. So for people who speak English as a 2nd language, today we're going to discuss some tips and vocabulary that we can use to ma…

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The Meaning of Suffix URE (Illustrated Examples) 4:03

2M ago4:03

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The Meaning of Suffix URE The suffix URE is very common in English. The video provides a clear definition and then 6 illustrated sentence examples so you clearly understand the meaning of suffix URE. Here is a transcript of the video: “Words With the Suffix URE” Slide 2: The suffix URE means: state of act, action process Note: The suffix URE can ma…

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AM radio goes missing in electric cars (Have something going) 22:32

2M ago22:32

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" AM radio has been around for over a hundred years and one of the most popular places to listen is in the car. Now, though, some carmakers have decided not to include AM antennas in their new electric cars. The electric components in the car interfere with the AM signal. But some people are worried that this may spell the end of the AM band. -- At…

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The Digital Nomad Lifestyle 17:13

2M ago17:13

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Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega explore the world of digital nomads in this enlightening episode of Down to Business English. As the concept of digital nomadism gains traction worldwide, this is a timely and relevant conversation. Listeners will gain valuable insights into this lifestyle choice while improving their business English vocabulary and …

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #18 (Intermediate) Goal Setting Step 4 7:13

2M ago7:13

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #18 (Intermediate) ENGLISH READING PRACTICE PLAYLIST – CLICK HERE To improve your English fluency and confidence when speaking, use the Synchronized Reading Method. Be sure to watch the Introduction video in the link above first, to understand the methodology. These English reading practice sessions will dramatically improv…

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #18 (Advanced) Goal Setting Step 4 5:52

2M ago5:52

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #18 (Advanced) ENGLISH READING PRACTICE PLAYLIST – CLICK HERE To improve your English fluency and confidence when speaking, use the Synchronized Reading Method. Be sure to watch the Introduction video in the link above first, to understand the methodology. These English reading practice sessions will dramatically improve yo…

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #17 (Intermediate) Goal Setting Step 3 7:51

2M ago7:51

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #17 (Intermediate) ENGLISH READING PRACTICE PLAYLIST – CLICK HERE To improve your English fluency and confidence when speaking, use the Synchronized Reading Method. Be sure to watch the Introduction video in the link above first, to understand the methodology. These English reading practice sessions will dramatically improv…

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #17 (Advanced) Goal Setting Step 3 6:01

2M ago6:01

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ENGLISH Reading Exercise #17 (Advanced) ENGLISH READING PRACTICE PLAYLIST – CLICK HERE To improve your English fluency and confidence when speaking, use the Synchronized Reading Method. Be sure to watch the Introduction video in the link above first, to understand the methodology. These English reading practice sessions will dramatically improve yo…

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British Post Office scandal: a 'miscarriage of justice' (Drop off) 18:49

2M ago18:49

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" Thousands of post office workers in the U.K. were falsely accused of accounting fraud--all because of a faulty computer system. Hundreds were falsely convicted, while many more lost their savings. Four committed suicide. Now, a new drama on the British channel ITV exposed the scandal and prompted the U.K. government to try to make amends. -- At P…

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