English Podcasts

Winner of the Gold Award for Best Entertainment Podcast at the British Podcast Awards 2020. Susie Dent and Gyles Brandreth invite you to enhance your vocabulary, uncover the hidden origins of language and share their love of words. A Somethin’ Else production. To buy SRWP mugs and more head to…. https://kontraband.shop/collections/something-rhymes-with-purple Hello Purple People! Our […]

Discover Adept English, the modern way to learn to speak English. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently. The Adept English language teaching approach is to learn through listening. We publish two new English audio lessons, with full transcripts, weekly. Every one of our English lessons will help you learn to speak English […]

Podcasts in English is for students/learners of English who want to improve their speaking and listening skills. The pie team have over 20 years of EFL (English as a Foreign Language) and ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching experience with the British Council in Asia, Africa and Europe. As well as the podcast listenings […]

Build your vocabulary with Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day! Each day a Merriam-Webster editor offers insight into a fascinating new word — explaining its meaning, current use, and little-known details about its origin. Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day for April 15, 2021 is: obstreperous • ub-STREP-uh-rus • adjective 1 : marked by unruly or aggressive […]

Are you looking for a new and fun way to learn American English? Come hang out with Lindsay and Michelle from Boston and New York City and have fun while you improve your English listening skills! We are an English as a Second Language (ESL) podcast for intermediate to advanced English learners around the world. […]

The podcast for everybody who wants to improve their English, practice their English, or just learn more English. Episode 209 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you how to use the word “earworm.” Send your questions about English and your suggestions for future episodes to EverybodyESL@gmail.com! (And let me know […]

If you’re looking to improve your English, this podcast is for you. An American who speaks English slowly, so you can understand. In this live English lesson, I will teach you some fairly difficult English words we use during the month of spring. 🟧 Google Slides for the lesson: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NVVgdVGncgT8qJy1XaGRkhU-KvelVElIZpwZQH5k92c/edit?usp=sharing 🟨 To become a member […]

I’m Michael Lavers and this podcast will help you improve your English. I’m an online English teacher for students learning as a second language. In this podcast, I answer your questions about learning and help you achieve your goals in British English. Once a month I talk to a teacher or expert on topics related […]

Where’d That Come From is a short podcast that examines the origins and usage of Idioms in the English language. Ever wanted to know where a saying came from? Why do people say “Hold your horses” when they want someone to wait? Listen to a 10 to 15 minute podcast and find out Where’d That […]

Word Matters is a show for readers, writers, and anyone who ever loved their English class. Join Merriam-Webster editors as they challenge supposed grammar rules, reveal the surprising origins behind words, tackle common questions, and generally geek out about the beautiful nightmare that is language. We’re going back to our inbox this week to answer […]

Learning English is tough stuff, but we’re here to help every step of the way. This podcast is for English language learners who want to improve their lives by becoming fluent in English. Our high-quality lessons are free, fun and taught by our expert hosts. Listening to Culips is like sitting in on an interesting […]

Every week, we look at a different everyday English phrase or piece of slang in this fun three-minute programme. From BBC World Service A phrase about having a lot of things to do.

Build your English vocabulary in six minutes. Every Monday join two of our presenters and hear about different ways to develop your vocabulary knowledge and skills. Boring or bored? Learn about words that look similar but have very different meaning.

Learn English with Free Podcasts Whether you are student or a seasoned speaker, our lessons offer something for everyone. We incorporate culture and current issues into each episode to give the most informative, both linguistically and culturally, podcasts possible. For those of you with just the plane ride to prepare, check our survival phrase series […]

Natália Ariede e Karina Godoy, jornalistas da TV Globo e mães, apaixonadas por seus filhos, claro, e pelo universo da parentalidade, já se comunicavam com muitos pais e mães nas redes sociais. Agora, se uniram pra trazer pro áudio digital informação de qualidade, histórias incríveis – com empatia e bom humor – sobre parentalidade, num […]

Learning a language is hard. With Easy Stories in English, you can learn English the natural way, without studying lists of vocabulary or complicated grammar rules. Every week, Ariel Goodbody, author and language teacher, will present a story adapted to your level of English. The stories will be hilarious, dramatic, and entertaining, but never too […]

Learn English grammar in six minutes. Every Tuesday join two of our presenters and learn a new key area of grammar. Our presenters include Finn, Emma, Rob, Neil, Sophie & Alice. When is a verb followed by a gerund, and when is it followed by an infinitive?

About the Show Learn how to get a 7+ Band Score on your IELTS writing and speaking skills! About Your Host I help students get a 7+ band score in IELTS writing and speaking skills. I’ve been an exam preparation instructor for 14+ years, I have a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics, and worked as […]

G’day and welcome to the Aussie English podcast. I’m Pete Smissen and my objective here is to teach you guys the English spoken down under. Whether you plan to travel, to work or to live in Australia or you just have an interest in our culture, history and spoken dialect of English. You have come […]

Welcome to the podcast where two British ex-examiners sit down every week to discuss all thing IELTS. It doesn’t matter if you are new to IELTS or have been struggling to achieve your band scores for a long time, Nick and Shelly will help you complete your IELTS journey in the least painful way possible. […]

The American English Podcast is for anyone wanting to learn American English, and about America’s culture and history in a fun and natural way – http://americanenglishpodcast.com/ In this episode of the American English Podcast, you’ll learn how to use the expression BENT OUT OF SHAPE and all about TORNADOES IN THE U.S..

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The huge Amazon Alexa hit Word of the Day is now available as a podcast! Word of the Day teaches you a useful word, its definition, etymology, and gives you examples of how to use it in a sentence. A new word each and every day! Perfect for those looking to expand their vocabulary, learning […]

Music made them friends; now, it’s making them podcasters. Join Mat and Tim at the intersection of music, culture, politics, and jokes. Fight the power! In the second ep of Earbuddies, Mat and Tim consider the ramifications of Taylor Swift’s opening gambit in her battle for control of her music. Is it a sea change […]

A Way with Words is a fun and funny radio show and podcast about language. Co-hosts Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett talk with callers from around the world about linguistics, slang, new words, jokes, riddles, word games, grammar, old sayings, word origins, regional dialects, family expressions, books, literature, folklore, and speaking and writing well. Email […]

My passions The stuff that makes me want to get out of bed in the morning. A music review, a movie that I have just watched, a sporting event that was exciting, an English learning post or just plain current news Latest matches in the Premier League April 9th through to 11th

“IELTS Speaking for Success” is a podcast where a native English speaker answers IELTS speaking test questions. Every Monday Maria and Rory come together to discuss latest IELTS Speaking topics, go over useful vocabulary, grammar, and provide model answers and vocabulary to help you on your way to improving your general spoken English as well […]

Luke’s English Podcast is an award-winning podcast for learners of English. Listen, learn and have fun while picking up natural British English as it really is spoken. http://teacherluke.co.uk [Luke] 714. Robin from Hamburg 🇩🇪 (WISBOLEP Runner-Up) Talking to another runner-up from last year’s listener competition. Robin from Hamburg had a big setback in his learning […]

It’s a weekly podcast where I listen to you and give you my professional feedback on how you use grammar, vocabulary, discourse, and pronunciation. I will also share some tips and ideas with everyone out there who wishes to improve on their speaking. Go to the companion website: http://whatyousayinenglish.wordpress.com, check the questions of the month […]

A weekly talk-through of IELTS topics and tests to help you learn about the issues, vocabulary, tips and strategies you need to prepare for your test day. Follow me on www.facebook.com/ieltsetc and join the Members Academy for all the downloads, step-by-step online courses and support to get you a Band 7+ in the #ielts test. […]

This is the latest news in English from NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN. This service is daily updated. For more information, please go to https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/. NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN – English News at 23:00 (JST), April 11

Volley.FM presents Daily Vocab Fun. A short daily podcast full of fun, kid and family-friendly vocabulary learning. Featuring a rotating cast of hilarious characters that help teach a new word, how to spell it and how to use it each and every day. Plus there are some great riddles to challenge your friends, teachers, and […]

A short video explaining an expression used in American English

Adventures in language with Helen Zaltzman. TheAllusionist.org If you were in Brazil during the military dictatorship of 1964-1985, tried to bake a cake from a recipe in the newspaper, and were served with a sorry mess that tasted disgustingly salty, it wasn’t your fault. What you thought was a recipe was actually a message from […]

Listen to this podcast to build your vocabulary with new words, definitions, and origin stories every day of the week. Today’s word is going along with the popular interpretation of things—for now. It’s an adjective that means “commonly regarded as such” or “reputed; supposed.” Suppose you know what it is? Press play to confirm!

Learning English programs use a limited vocabulary and short sentences. They are read at a slower pace than VOA’s other English broadcasts. Our broadcasts were formerly known as Special English. Learning English use a limited vocabulary and are read at a slower pace than VOA’s other English broadcasts. Previously known as Special English.

The number 1 question I’m asked is: “How long until I speak like a native?” Well my answer to that is that it will take as long as you like, and you will progress as quickly as your hunger for English allows you. In this podcast, you will find a vehicle that delivers you to […]

Learn to speak English fluently, faster in the Faster Fluency Conversation Club. This podcast is just one of the many resources that you use to become more confident understanding and speaking English. The Faster Fluency Conversation Club is the best way to become fluent speaking English. It combines vocabulary, listening comprehension, teacher support, and speaking […]

Welcome to You Don’t Say! Ready to practise your English with real English conversation? Join us as we talk about life around the world, cultural differences and things that have surprised us on our travels. We’re Abigail and Audrey two online English teachers who have learnt different languages and travelled and lived in different countries […]

Dramas for English language learners from BBC World Service. Improve your English with retellings of stories classic and new. Each episode is between 6 and 10 minutes long. After announcing a new strategy, Mr Socrates joins the team at the pub.

Don’t Be An Idiom is a podcast that explores the origin stories of common phrases and idioms. The podcast is based in Philadelphia and hosted by rambunctious loonies Albert and Ryan, two lifelong friends who have vowed to dispel their own ignorance about language and history one idiom at a time. In this fifth installment […]

The English Fluency Now podcast will help you become fluent in English by providing you with interesting and timely podcast episodes in authentic, modern, intelligent American English. In this episode I tell you about my recent trip to Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs. You will learn a little about this area of Southern […]

Linguistics After Dark is a podcast where three linguists (and sometimes other people) answer your burning questions about language, linguistics, and whatever else you need advice about. We have three rules: any question is fair game, there’s no research allowed, and if we can’t answer, we have to drink. It’s a little like CarTalk for […]

A short video explaining a word or term used in news stories

Daily world news in clear English. Seven minutes of the most important stories in slow, intermediate English. For English learners, teachers, and people with English as a second language. If you want to know today’s world news of politics, business, natural events and human rights in clear, easy English, then SEND7 is for you, every […]

This is a Quora based podcast (for English learners and others), in which the most interesting stories are read oud loud and sometimes discussed. The listeners are meant to become part of the show, too. contact: myfluentpodcast@gmail.com. You will see vocabulary explanations and definitions at the end of the text. It’s not a universal rule, […]

Andrew Ambrosius invites you to The Art of Business English (AOBE). The premier podcast for those who wish to improve their business English skills and confidence. Listen in as Andrew provides useful strategies and lessons for learners. Immerse yourself in weekly episodes, with tips, vocabulary, expressions and coaching. These compelling lessons reveal how anyone can […]

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Learn English the fun way—by listening to a podcast in English! Plain English is a program that you can understand! Join Jeff twice a week for an American English podcast about current events, such as American culture, travel, business, technology, politics and sports. The episodes also help you learn English vocabulary, idioms, phrasal verbs, English […]

This podcast is about English and all the struggles we face as second language learners. Hosted by Gabi, a Brazillian girl who’s still learning and improving. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabi-freitas9/support Slang words are not in the dictionary. You just find it talking to people. But you can be fluent in a particular language and don’t […]

Learn about the English language, culture, history and traditions with the Bulldogz team of native teachers and special guests! “Hello again Word Lovers!” In this episode we are going to explore the etymological treasures of a rather special city, the city of Venice. Arsenal : The shipyards of the city of Venice, from the Arabic […]

Learn and practise useful English language for everyday situations with the BBC. A weekly instruction manual for saying or doing something in English is published every Thursday. Rob and Neil talk about the origins and the language of this humble snack.

Learn and practise useful English language for everyday situations with the BBC. A weekly instruction manual for saying or doing something in English is published every Thursday. Rob and Neil talk about the origins and the language of this humble snack.

New ideas and new technology are causing seismic shifts the media industry. Where are we headed? What does it mean? Keep listening. Media strategist Gabriella Mirabelli talks with the brightest minds in entertainment and business. Meet the innovators, the risk-takers and the disrupters on the front lines of change from Hollywood, Wall Street, Silicon Valley […]

Every day I will introduce a common expression or word that YOU NEED TO KNOW!! This podcast is for English learners around the world. Today’s English expression and dialog: to level up If you want to level up your English, get a coach. But they’re expensive. You’ve got money—live it up a little~ Yeah…I suppose… […]

Words and Their Stories programs explain idioms and expressions that many learners of American English find difficult to understand.

Carol Salva and her guests explore ways to empower language learners and the teachers who teach them. We’re not just closing gaps, we’re growing leaders. Natalia Heckman (@NataliaESL) joins Carol (@MsSalvaC) to offer us tips on engaging ELs with writing. A student may not be excited about constructing and deconstructing sentences, but we can certainly […]

Are you tired of boring, slow-speaking English lessons that don’t teach you the way that natives really speak? Do you wanna learn how English is spoken in the real world? In this podcast, Ethan, Andrea, and Justin—your American and British Fluency Coaches will take you beyond the classroom and help you live, learn, and SPEAK […]

提高英语听力水平，掌握纯正英式表达，了解英国社会和文化的方方面面。BBC英语教学播客频道播出丰富、专业、实用的英语学习节目。 Improve your English skills. This weekly podcast contains some of the best audio from BBC Learning English. 一位姓龚的网友想知道英语单词 “before” 和 “ago” 之间的区别。这两个词都可以作副词，用来谈论过去发生的事情或完成的动作，翻译成 “以前”，但我们并不能将它们随意互换使用。表示 “特定时间点以前的任意时间” 时，用副词 “before”；表示 “从现在算起，一段时间以前”，则用 “ago”。本期节目辨析这两个词之间的不同。

Do you want to get a band 7 on the IELTS exam? IELTS exam preparation doesn’t have to be hard or boring! It can be fun! Lindsay and Jessica from All Ears English are back with a new way to help you achieve the IELTS score you need for the General or the Academic exam! […]