Best Fluent English Lessons Podcasts (2025)

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Practise English Listening - Five a Day #36.1 15:10

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🎙️ E651 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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Talking About Pets in English | 5-Minute English Talk 3:31

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Welcome back to 5-Minute English Talk! 🐶🐱 In today’s episode, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to talk about pets in everyday English. From asking simple questions like “Do you have a pet?” to describing your dog, cat, or parrot with fun details, you’ll learn natural phrases that make conversations easy. ✨ In just 5 minutes a day, you’ll pick up short…

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Bridging Creativity and Control: A Success Story on the Rhein 14:00

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Fluent Fiction - German: Bridging Creativity and Control: A Success Story on the Rhein Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-21-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Blätter tanzen im Wind, als Lukas und Anja auf der malerischen Brücke über den Rhein stehen. En: The leaves dance in the wi…

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Klaus' Spontaneous Waltz: Embracing Joy in Berlin's Pulse 15:23

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Fluent Fiction - German: Klaus' Spontaneous Waltz: Embracing Joy in Berlin's Pulse Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-20-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: An einem kühlen Herbstnachmittag gehen Klaus und Greta durch das lebhafte Berlin. En: On a cool autumn afternoon, Klaus and Greta a…

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From Surgery to Sibling Bonds: A Berlin Redemption Tale 16:13

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Fluent Fiction - German: From Surgery to Sibling Bonds: A Berlin Redemption Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-19-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Inmitten des Berliner Tech-Viertels, zwischen modernen Wolkenkratzern und innovativen Büros, befand sich das Krankenhaus, wo Klaus ar…

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Culture Shock in Brussels: The Au Pair Experience - Five a Day #35.5 14:22

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🎙️ E650 🎉 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. 👂 Thank you Aubrey for sharing your story. To hear more from All Ears English, go to: https://www.allearsenglish.com/ ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & voca…

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Travel & Journey Idioms in English | Speak Naturally with 5-Minute English Talk 3:44

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In this episode, Bruce and Stacy explore 4 powerful idioms about travel and journeys that will make your English sound more fluent, natural, and confident: Hit the road – to leave or start a journey A bumpy ride – a difficult or challenging time At a crossroads – facing an important decision Smooth sailing – when everything goes easily without prob…

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Unveiling Secrets: The Nurse, the Journalist, and Hidden Truths 16:46

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Fluent Fiction - German: Unveiling Secrets: The Nurse, the Journalist, and Hidden Truths Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-18-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Der Regen prasselte gegen die Fenster des alten Krankenhauses in Berlin. En: The rain pelted against the windows of the old h…

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S5/E3 - The Rise of England Explained: Elizabethan Era, Part 1 41:02

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📥 ⁠⁠Grab this episode's FREE PDF⁠⁠ with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my weekly online group lessons⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, step into the Golden Age of England with Charlie and Ben as they unravel the drama, danger, and dazzling growth of the …

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Learn English Vocabulary - Five a Day #35.4 17:31

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🎙️ E649 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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Money Idioms in English | Everyday Business Expressions | 5 Minute English Talk 4:01

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In this episode, you’ll learn popular expressions like cost an arm and a leg, break the bank, in the red / in the black, and cash cow. These idioms are common in movies, business conversations, and everyday English — and mastering them will help you sound natural and confident. Enjoy easy explanations, real-life examples, a fun conversation between…

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Chasing Light: A Photographer's Quest in the Rockies 17:39

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Fluent Fiction - German: Chasing Light: A Photographer's Quest in the Rockies Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-17-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: In den schimmernden Rocky Mountains lagen die Blätter in einem feurigen Rot und Gold. En: In the shimmering Rocky Mountains, the leaves …

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Become Fluent in English - Five a Day #35.3 17:07

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🎙️ E648 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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Work Idioms in English | Career Expressions You Must Know | 5 Minute English Talk 3:05

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In this episode of 5 Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce continue our special idioms series — and today’s focus is work and career idioms. 💼✨ You’ll learn how to use popular expressions like back to the drawing board, climb the corporate ladder, by the book, and think outside the box. These idioms are widely used in schools, offices, and profession…

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Bavarian Bravery: A Chef's Oktoberfest Triumph 16:26

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Fluent Fiction - German: Bavarian Bravery: A Chef's Oktoberfest Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-16-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Luft in München war frisch und klar, das Herz der Stadt füllte sich mit Leben. En: The air in München was fresh and clear, the heart of th…

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Practise English Listening - Five a Day #35.2 18:00

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🎙️ E647 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. Five a Day Database Access all the vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. This database is constantly updated. You can even make a copy and personalise it with your own example sentences. Get acces…

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Food Idioms in English | Everyday Expressions Made Easy | 5 Minute English Talk 3:04

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In this episode of 5 Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce continue our special idioms series — and today’s theme is food idioms! 🍎🥖 You’ll learn how to use common expressions like a piece of cake, spill the beans, in a pickle, and bring home the bacon. These idioms are fun, practical, and will instantly make your English sound more natural. Listen t…

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#457 - What to Say After "HOW ARE YOU" in English — How to Talk to Anyone and Keep the Conversation Flowing 22:27

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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Do you ever get stuck after saying “Hi! How are you?” In this episode, Izzy shares a simple, step-by-step guide to keep any conversation flowing naturally. You’ll learn how to go beyond small talk, avoid awkward silences, and connect more deeply with anyone in English — even if you’r…

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Listen to a Story in English - Five a Day #35.1 13:31

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🎙️ E646 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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Weather Idioms in English | Learn Everyday Expressions with Jane & Bruce | 5 Minute English Talk 4:04

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In this episode of 5 Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore some of the most popular weather idioms that English speakers use in everyday life. You’ll learn phrases like under the weather, every cloud has a silver lining, come rain or shine, and storm in a teacup. We’ll break down each idiom with simple examples, give you a fun fact about Engl…

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Brewing Success: How an Oktoberfest Pitch Transformed a Career 19:56

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Fluent Fiction - German: Brewing Success: How an Oktoberfest Pitch Transformed a Career Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-14-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: In einem modernen Bürogebäude im Herzen von Berlin strahlten die großen Fenster den Glanz und die Hektik der geschäftigen Stad…

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Lost in Laughter: An Unplanned Adventure at Viktualienmarkt 15:25

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Fluent Fiction - German: Lost in Laughter: An Unplanned Adventure at Viktualienmarkt Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-13-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Der Viktualienmarkt in München war voller Leben. En: The Viktualienmarkt in München was full of life. De: Die Herbstblätter rasch…

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Uncovering München's Secrets: A Tale of Hidden History 18:17

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Fluent Fiction - German: Uncovering München's Secrets: A Tale of Hidden History Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-12-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Herbstluft in München war kühl und klar, eine willkommene Erfrischung nach dem Trubel des Oktoberfestes. En: The autumn air in Mün…

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English Vocabulary Lesson - Five a Day #34.5 10:59

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🎙️ E645 🎉 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. 🔴 Become a Plus Member, where you can access live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HE…

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How to Talk About Your Weekend Plans in English 3:13

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce teach you how to describe your weekend plans naturally in English. Learn simple ways to talk about relaxing, studying, working, or doing something fun, and practice useful phrases you can use with friends, colleagues, or classmates. You’ll hear casual examples, repeat-after-me practice, and n…

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Rekindling Family Ties at Oktoberfest: A Journey Back Home 18:38

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Fluent Fiction - German: Rekindling Family Ties at Oktoberfest: A Journey Back Home Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-11-22-34-01-de Story Transcript: De: Der warme Herbstwind wehte über das Oktoberfest in München. En: The warm autumn wind blew over the Oktoberfest in München. De: Die…

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Short Story Ep #2 - A Stonehenge Adventure with Hugo, Chris & Mike 23:28

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📥 ⁠Grab the FREE PDF⁠ with 20+ advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences , to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster. Plus, get the script from today's story included! 🎓 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my weekly online group lessons⁠⁠⁠ Welcome to a series of short, story-driven episodes that help you learn British English while explo…

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Practise English Listening - Five a Day #34.4 19:45

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🎙️ E644 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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How to Talk About Your Job or Studies in English - Easy Examples 3:54

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce teach you how to talk about your job or studies naturally in English. Learn short and simple ways to introduce what you do, add small details to make conversations more interesting, and practice useful follow-up questions. You’ll hear real-life examples, repeat-after-me practice, and a mini d…

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Surviving the Arctic: Klaus's Winter Quest 15:03

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Fluent Fiction - German: Surviving the Arctic: Klaus's Winter Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-10-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Kälte des arktischen Herbstes zog über die weite Tundra. En: The cold of the arctic autumn spread over the vast tundra. De: Der Schnee lag gef…

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Become Fluent in English - Five a Day #34.3 10:23

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🎙️ E643 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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Different Ways to Say Yes and No in English - Sound More Natural 2:37

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore the many different ways native speakers say yes and no. From casual responses like “yeah” and “nope” to polite answers and strong agreements or refusals, you’ll learn how to choose the right expression for every situation. Practice with repeat-after-me examples, listen to natural mini…

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Echoes of Mystery: Unveiling Secrets in the Autumn Sun 15:25

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Fluent Fiction - German: Echoes of Mystery: Unveiling Secrets in the Autumn Sun Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-09-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Herbstsonne stand tief am Himmel, und die Schatten der Bäume lagen wie lange Finger über die Straße. En: The autumn sun hung low i…

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Learn English Vocabulary - Five a Day #34.2 16:37

13d ago16:37

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🎙️ E642 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. 🔴 Become a Plus Member, where you can access live classes and all podcasts' transcripts & vocab lists. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE…

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Using Please, Could, and Would - Speak Polite English Naturally 3:35

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce show you how three simple words — please, could, and would — can make your English sound more polite, respectful, and natural. Learn how to use them in everyday situations, from making requests to offering help. You’ll hear practical examples, practice with repeat-after-me sentences, and list…

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Letting Go: An Unplanned Adventure in the Schwarzwald 14:23

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Fluent Fiction - German: Letting Go: An Unplanned Adventure in the Schwarzwald Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-08-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Im Herzen des Schwarzwaldes, in einem kleinen Dorf, gibt es einen Laden. En: In the heart of the Schwarzwald, in a small village, there…

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English Listening Practice - Five a Day #34.1 16:49

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🎙️ E641 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. Eng…

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How to Introduce Yourself in English — School, Work, and New Friends 3:07

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce guide you through one of the most important skills in English — introducing yourself. Learn how to introduce yourself in different situations: casually at school, professionally at work, or warmly when meeting a new friend. You’ll hear natural examples, practice repeat-after-me sentences, and…

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Blooming Friendships in the Straw Hat Maze 14:08

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Fluent Fiction - German: Blooming Friendships in the Straw Hat Maze Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-07-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne strahlte sanft durch die herbstlichen Bäume. En: The sun gently shone through the autumn trees. De: Der Botanische Garten war voller Leb…

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Dinosaur Discoveries: How a Paleontologist Conquered Adversity 17:43

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Fluent Fiction - German: Dinosaur Discoveries: How a Paleontologist Conquered Adversity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-06-22-34-01-de Story Transcript: De: In der lebhaften Umgebung des Museums für Naturkunde in Berlin herrschte reges Treiben. En: In the lively surroundings of the …

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Autumn Whirl: A Botanist's Journey to Finding Peace 17:20

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Fluent Fiction - German: Autumn Whirl: A Botanist's Journey to Finding Peace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-05-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne schien golden durch die Bäume im Botanischen Garten. En: The sun shone golden through the trees in the Botanischen Garten. De: …

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Giving Directions – Helping Someone Find a Place in English 3:08

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, we’re helping you master one of the most practical English skills — giving directions! Whether you’re guiding a tourist, helping a coworker, or just being friendly to a stranger, this episode teaches natural phrases, real-life dialogues, and pronunciation practice to help you give clear, polite, and confide…

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Everyday English: Classy Inventions 20:38

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🎙️ E640 🎉 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. E…

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Rediscovering Roots: Lukas' Family Reunion in the Schwarzwald 16:12

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Fluent Fiction - German: Rediscovering Roots: Lukas' Family Reunion in the Schwarzwald Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-04-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: Es war ein kühler Herbstmorgen im Schwarzwald. En: It was a cool autumn morning in the Schwarzwald. De: Die Bäume leuchteten in…

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Bitesize Ep 105: A Shocking Chapter of British History: The Day London Nearly Drowned in Dung 26:37

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📥 Grab the FREE PDF with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 ⁠⁠⁠Join my weekly online group lessons⁠⁠ In this episode, we dive into a shocking chapter of British history: The Great Horse Manure Crisis of 1894. Discover how Victorian London almost disappeare…

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Everyday English - Bizarre Inventions 25:42

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🎙️ E639 🎉 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. E…

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How to Say Sorry Naturally in English - Everyday Situations 4:05

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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore one of the most powerful words in English — sorry. Learn how to use it in everyday situations: from small mistakes to big apologies, from being polite to showing empathy. Discover cultural differences between British and American English, practice real-life phrases, and hear a natural…

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Love and Connection: A Serendipitous Autumn Encounter 17:40

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Fluent Fiction - German: Love and Connection: A Serendipitous Autumn Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.com/de/episode/2025-09-03-22-34-02-de Story Transcript: De: In einem kleinen Dorf am Ufer des Rheins erwachte der Herbst zum Leben. En: In a small village on the banks of the Rhein, autumn came t…

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Everyday English - Amazing Inventions 14:11

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🎙️ E638 🎉 of The English Like A Native Podcast. This series focuses on increasing your active vocabulary while also improving your listening skills. ⭐ SUPPORTING MATERIAL ⭐ Bonus Materials: episodes, transcripts, live classes & vocabulary lists HERE! Five-a-Day Database: All vocabulary covered in the Five-a-Day series. Database regularly updated. E…