Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Practising (2024)

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214. The Second-hand Shop (B2 Story) 22:27

5d ago22:27

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. The upper-intermediate phrsal verbs studied in today's episode are: look up to - admire somebody because of their qualities fall apart - to break into pieces, probably because it's old date from - saying how old something is, from what year something is think sth over - consider somethin…

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Ep #62: The Shift From Busy Work to Meaningful Action 40:53

13d ago40:53

40:53

In this episode, Shannyn and Julie explore the transformative shift from mere productivity to genuine effectiveness. They discuss the 80-20 principle, revealing how focusing on the vital few tasks can yield greater results. By sharing personal journeys and insights, they highlight the impact of language on our mindset and productivity. Tune in to l…

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213. B1 Intermediate-level Phrasal Verbs 2 (with story) 23:02

12d ago23:02

23:02

Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is another podcast on B1 intermediate phrasal verbs - those a little difficult to learn. The ones I will talk about are: put on - to switch on or activate some device (electrical?) sign up - to join or becme part of a club etc. show up - to arrive somewhere unexpectedly. deal with -…

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212. B1 Intermediate-level Phrasal Verbs 1 (with story) 24:09

19d ago24:09

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. The six B1 phrasal verbs studied are: give up - stop doing some activity e.g. smoking, or a game because you are losing. end up - to finish in a place probably you didn't expect to find yourself in. put off - to do some activity at a later time. set off - to start a journey. run out - to…

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211. The Visitors (part 2) B1 B2 upper-intermediate level story 25:28

26d ago25:28

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Intermediate (B1) and upper-intermediate (B2) English expressions and vocabulary. Words to explain: binoculars - a device used to see objects far away UFO - unidentified flying object (alien spaceship) What the hell is going on? - What is happening? fin - wing-like structure of a creatur…

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210. The Visitors (Part 1) B1 B2 story 27:22

1M ago27:22

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Words to explain: extraterrestrial - from another planet alien - life from another planet life forms - beings which are living electro-magnetic field - this surrounds the Earth and protects us from harmful rays from space orbit - going around the sun etc. meteorite - an object that may c…

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209. A Window on Time - Part 2 (B1 B2 Story) 23:21

1M ago23:21

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. The second part of my story A Window on Time. Strong B1 and B2-level story. Words to explain: detention - in schools this was (is?) a punishment for children. We had to stay in a classroom during the lunch-break and do extra homework B2 phrases to listen for. What is the context of each …

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208. A Window on Time - Part 1 (B1 B2 Story) 20:45

2M ago20:45

20:45

Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. B2 phrases to listen for. What is the context they are used in during the story. 1) deep in thought 2) Strangely enough, 3) strictly forbidden 4) an exception to the rule 5) the situation had become unbearable 6) the truth of the matter was B1 words from the story: what are they? 1) prvs…

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207. Victims of Nature - part 2 (B1 B2 Story) 21:19

2M ago21:19

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Part 2 of my exciting story Victims of Nature for students studying B1 and B2 English. Words to explain: shepherd = somebody who looks after sheep in the countryside raft = a small flat boat flock of sheep = a group of sheep waterfall = where water falls vertically down from a high rock …

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206. Victims of Nature - part 1 (B1 B2 Story) 21:05

2M ago21:05

21:05

Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. A Strong B1 and B2-level story based on a real event this summer in the Alpujarra mountain region of Southern Spain (Granada). Words to explain: shepherd = spmebody who looks after sheep in the countryside raft = a small flat boat flock of sheep = a group of sheep waterfall = where water…

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205. Every Dog has his Day (B1 B2 Story) 28:05

2M ago28:05

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. One way or another, Norman imagined that other people regarded him as an underachiever. He became obsessed by what his colleagues at the supermarket might call him when he was not listening. What about Norman Nobody or Norman Nothing in Particular. Norman was a man who was of the opinion…

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Ep #61: Strengths vs Weaknesses - What's the Best Approach for Business Owners? 43:49

2M ago43:49

43:49

In this episode, Shannyn Merlo and Julie Parker dive into whether small business owners should focus on their strengths or also work on improving weaknesses. They explore how understanding one's "genius zone" can lead to greater efficiency and satisfaction, while discussing the benefits of delegation and growth through discomfort. With insights on …

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204. Winds of Bolonia (complete B1 story) 29:45

2M ago29:45

29:45

Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. The Winds of Bolonia (B1 Story with new comprehension questions) I wanted to publish this story together with the Para-olympics in Paris. I was watching it on television. It shows how positive attitudes, strength, determination are not qualities limited to those athletes in the Olympics …

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203. Never Go Back (Complete B1 Story) 29:54

3M ago29:54

29:54

Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Comprehension questions and answers for the complete story. 1) Why did Benjamin decide to go back to the hotel? 2) How did Jessica know Benjamin was staying in the Borromeo Hotel? 3) Where did Benjamin move to when fe left school? 4) What did Benjamin think the old woman was doing on the…

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202. Who was Sidney Peabody (complete B1 story) 40:30

3M ago40:30

40:30

Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Comprehension questions to read before listening to the complete B1-level story: Who was Sidney Peabody? 1) What was unusual about the way Sidney Peabody looked? 2) According to Simon Fotheringay, the journalist and reporter, why did Sidney Peabody perform the miracle in Benalmadena? 3) …

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201. The Spaceman (complete B1 story) 27:54

3M ago27:54

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is the complete B1-level story of The Spaceman (first published in 2022) Comprehension questions for story 1) Why was Max Headroom angry at the beginning of the story? 2) What were the space-time doors? 3) Who was the old man in Max's bedroom? 4) Why did Max and his wife, Sheena, se…

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200. Tsunami (complete version B1 level) 36:05

3M ago36:05

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Today I'm giving you the full version of my B1-level story (with some B2 English) Tsunami! Here are 4 comprehension questions for part TWO of the story, which starts after the written transcript has finished. 1) What did Yannick think Melville's name was? Mr Tsunami 2) Which was the last…

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Podcast 199 Stories from our listeners (B1 level) 14:41

4M ago14:41

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. These are the two stories I chose for the story task I gave you at podcast 197. Story 1 Mrs Jones was 82. Her husband had died many years ago, so she lived alone with her cat. She had a large vegetable garden, and she kept fit by working there every day. But she was often unhappy, becaus…

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Podcast 198 Dad (full version) B1 story 31:12

4M ago31:12

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. There are 4 questions for you to answer while you listen to the story: The questions are: 1) What did uncle Tom make so he didn't have to get up early? 2) When they were on the boat, where did Stephen Liddel put the box of beer? 3) What did William's Dad do wrong that made him lose the f…

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Podcast 197 Story telling from my listeners (B1, B2) 24:23

4M ago24:23

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Here are the rules for the story-writing activity. - The story must include at least one of the phrases 1 to 8 shown below. - The subject of the story can be anything you like. - The story should not be longer than 80 words. - The story can only be sent from the link on mobile phones "se…

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Podcast 196 Intonation in a Story 31:49

4M ago31:49

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Today I have joined the two halves of The Quiet Man together so you can enjoy this story in one complete story. I briefly discuss intonation and give you a task to listen to while enjoying the story. For more podcasts on intonation at Practising English, go to podcasts: 126, 109, 43, 103…

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Podcast 195 Uses of SO and REALLY (B1 level) 21:04

5M ago21:04

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Extracts from my stories with examples of SO and REALLY Here are the 4 extracts from my stories I use in this podcast to give examples of the use of SO and REALLY as intensifiers. Extract 1: 'The fishmonger,' corrected Vanessa again. 'The person who sells fish is called a fishmonger.' 'T…

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Podcast 194 PET exam writing the article B1 23:52

5M ago23:52

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Writing the B1 article. (If you are interested in my podcast about writing the B1 story... https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-128.htm ) These are some general, very important words I recommend you learn for writing in any part of the PET exam. You won't be able to use all of them,…

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Ep #60: Templating a Goals Plan 47:20

5M ago47:20

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In this episode of "Practising The Art Of Small Business," Shannyn and Julie dive into the essential process of goal setting and creating a strategic plan to achieve those goals. This discussion is packed with practical insights and actionable advice for small business owners looking to enhance their goal-setting strategies and drive their business…

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Podcast 193 FCE writing the essay B2 20:49

5M ago20:49

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Expressions to memorize 1) There is a decline in the numbers of lynxes. (usually negative) The decline in the number of tourists. 2) It is extremely important that we finish this project on time. It is crucial that we finish this project on time. 3) Tigers are an endangered species. Tige…

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Podcast 192 The Breath of the Mosquito (Part 2) B1 story 31:32

6M ago31:32

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Introduction to part 2 of The Breath of the Mosquito Emil Zimmermann, professor of astrophysics at Corpus Christi College, Oxford University sat back in his leather chair and studied the colourful feather, he was holding in his hand, through his thick glasses. ‘Incredible!’ he said. ‘You…

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Ep #59: When is it time to say goodbye? 42:11

6M ago42:11

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In this episode, Shannyn and Julie explore the topic of knowing when it's time to say goodbye. Small business owners frequently need to hire contractors for various projects, such as recruitment, marketing, or financial planning. Outsourcing to experts in these areas is often necessary to support our business. But what happens when things don't go …

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Podcast 191 The Breath of the Mosquito (Part 1) B1 story 26:19

6M ago26:19

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is a B1-level short story in two parts. Professor Mathew Pearson, a paleontologist and professor at Oxford University, made an incredible discovery when he found a skull. Tests are done and the results are extremely surprising... Technical vocabulary in the story Prehistory / A preh…

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Podcast 190 The Harmonica Players (Part 3) B1, B2 story 28:48

6M ago28:48

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is the third and final part of the story 'The Harmonica Players'. Here are the B2 phrases I discuss in the podcast. 1) This was not the familiar peaceful atmosphere of Oxted. 2) He found London rather threatening. 3) An awful lot of unfamiliar people who packed the streets. 4) You w…

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Ep #58: Are you too nice, just nice or not nice enough? 42:02

6M ago42:02

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In this episode, Shannyn and Julie delve into the delicate balance of niceness in small business management and leadership. We explore the repercussions of being overly nice, just nice or not nice enough as a manager or owner. Tune in for valuable insights into effective leadership in the world of small business. Julie and Shannyn are independent b…

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Podcast 189 The Harmonica Players (Part 2) B1, B2 story 22:41

6M ago22:41

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. In Part 2 of my story, The Harmonica Players, I’ll be talking about racial prejudice. That means the irrational distrust and dislike of people from other countries. My motive for bringing up this topic and creating Jeffrey, a man who is very prejudiced against foreigners, has been from t…

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Podcast 188 The Harmonica Players (Part 1) B1, B2 story 24:58

7M ago24:58

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. The Harmonica Players. The story of two people who are very different from each other, yet there is something that unites them. Words and expressions discussed in the podcast: bedsit - accommodation, which is very basic, and is usually just one room. meter - a machine you put money into …

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Podcast 187 The River (B1, B2 story) 21:26

7M ago21:26

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is a B1 and B2 level podcast with a new story about the ages of Man. (See link to audioscript of story below.) B1 words discussed: sunrise landscape valleys scenery waterfall cave the cool shade setting sun (sunset) B2 words discussed youth bounced along life was a gift, which he wo…

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Podcast 186 Cambridge Preliminary Speaking Test B1 (part 3) 23:54

7M ago23:54

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. I'm listing below the phrases I explain in the audio. This is a B1-level story. Below, are the phrases I explain from the story. Vocabulary expressions for the story Today's story is B1 level. I'm listing below the phrases I explain in the audio. The point of this podcast is to explain t…

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Ep #57: Should I let my team members work from home? 46:22

8M ago46:22

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In this episode, Shannyn and Julie explore the mixed effects of remote work on businesses, team dynamics, and customer interactions. They delve into how working from home impacts personal well-being, touching on the challenges of isolation and the need for social interaction. Furthermore, they discuss the particular hurdles younger workers face in …

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Podcast 185 On The Edge (B1 Story) 27:25

8M ago27:25

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. In Telmah's life, very little happens. His garden is really the only thing he seems to care about. But one day, a neighbour loses her dog, and Telmah's life suddenly becomes much more complicated than he would like. These are the B1 expressions I explain from the story: be just about to …

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Ep #56: Is it time for you to draw a line in the sand? 46:00

8M ago46:00

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In this episode, we delve into the metaphor of "drawing a line in the sand" as a catalyst for transforming business organisations. By defining success, involving everyone, emphasising accountability and fostering unity, we explore how this concept can empower teams to move forward together towards a shared vision of excellence. Join us as we uncove…

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Podcast 184 Drawing Conclusions (B1 B2 Story) 26:41

8M ago26:41

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is a B2 story in the genre of mystery or thriller. It's called Drawing Conclusions, which is one of the expressions I explain before I start the story. B2 phrases: - drawing conclusions - Mrs Robinson had neither seen nor heard Lorna since - take great pride in sth - to go into more…

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Podcast 183 Doghouse Reilly Part 2 (B1 B2 Story) 23:46

9M ago23:46

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. These are the dog expressions I mention today: Dog Eat Dog Raining cats and dogs Teach an old dog new tricks And these are the B1 and B2 expressions I explain, and that you will hear in the story: B1 It didn’t look like they were expecting me. They were definitely up to something. He wal…

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Podcast 182 Doghouse Reilly Part 1 (B1 B2 Story) 22:06

9M ago22:06

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Today's story is B1 level with lots of B2 phrases added. This let's you improve little by little without getting lost because the text is too difficult to understand. I'm listing below the phrases I explain in the audio. I also talk about ellipsis, which is where you omit words from a se…

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Podcast 181 The Octopus's Garden B1 B2 (Complete Story) 30:40

9M ago30:40

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. This is a special edition podcast. Today I’m publishing The Octopus’s Garden as one complete story. If you have listened to this story in the two parts I published two weeks ago (podcasts 179 and 180), you’ll remember that I have dedicated this story firstly, to the children of Gaza, who…

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Podcast 180 The Octopus's Garden B1 B2 (Part 2) 25:07

9M ago25:07

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Hello, dear listeners! This is part 2 of my story, The Octopus's Garden, which I'm dedicating to the children of Gaza and my brother's HandsUp Project team that has been working with Palestinian children to help them have a voice in the world by producing plays in English online. You can…

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Podcast 179 The Octopus's Garden B1 B2 (Part 1) 24:02

10M ago24:02

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Dunya Yousef Hussan AL-BARGHOUTI sat on the white sand and looked out across the deep blue of the Mediterranean Sea. Somehow, at last, she had found comfort here... This is a B1 to B2-level English podcast about my story dedicated to the children of Gaza. I will introduce a lot of new B2…

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Ep #55: Navigating Powerlessness Mindsets in Your Team 42:22

10M ago42:22

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In this episode, we delve into the challenge of managing staff members who exhibit powerlessness and helplessness mindsets. Rather than labelling them as victims, we explore effective strategies to empower and support your team members in overcoming these limiting beliefs. Join us as we discuss the root causes, the impact on workplace dynamics, and…

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Podcast 178 Lunch of the Boat Party (B1 English) 22:57

10M ago22:57

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. A painting by Renoir inspired today's story. The painting is famous, and is called "The Luncheon of the Boat Party" (I have used the simpler word "Lunch"). These are the adjectives to talk about people's personality that I mention at the beginning: miserable lively keen lonely exhausted …

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Podcast 177 Never Go Back (Part 2) B1 level 23:36

10M ago23:36

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Part 2 of my short story for B1 learners of English - Never Go Back. I'll look at the vocabulary I used, related to suspense. Here are the words I explain for you to listen for: Benjamin looked up, shocked at this unexpected and rude behaviour. Why all this unfriendly behaviour, when thi…

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Podcast 176 A Christmas Carol (B1) 17:16

11M ago17:16

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. In this podcast I thank my listeners for all the times you have downloaded Practising English Podcasts in 2023. I'll talk a little about an English Christmas and read my B1 version of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. You can read the entire transcript at my website: https://www.prac…

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Podcast 175 Never Go Back (Part 1) B1 level 22:19

11M ago22:19

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Today is part 1 of my new story Never Go Back. It's in the thiller, suspense or even horror genre. I mention some useful B1 adjectives and other B2-level words and one swear word in English. I will release Part 2 of this story at the beginning of January. Here we go... At https://www.pra…

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Podcast 174 Somebody for Jenny (B1 story) 16:16

12M ago16:16

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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion. Jenny is looking for a relationship. Will she ever find somebody suitable? Today's B1 story comes with a test. The story contains around 60 B1 words, which are useful for B1-level English study, and some of them are not easy to learn as they are not very intuitive (false friends). I incl…

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Ep #54: Is your business in the 'comfort zone'? 42:50

12M ago42:50

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In this episode, we explore the concept of the "uncomfortable comfort zone" for business owners, emphasising how failing to act on ideas out of fear or busyness can lead to stagnation and unchanged results. Discover how stepping out of this zone is essential for growth and innovation. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultan…

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