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5 Minute English Talk

5 Minutes English Talk

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Welcome to 5-Minute English Talk - your daily dose of real-world English made simple. In just 5 minutes (or even less!), you'll learn something useful every day, from everyday phrases and clear pronunciation, to casual small talk, grammar basics, and real-life speaking tips. No pressure, no textbooks, just easy, practical English you can use right away. Whether you're just starting out or want to sound more natural, this podcast is here to help, like a friend by your side. Short. Simple. Rea ...
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Learn British English as well as British culture, history, news and current affairs, and much more with weekly episodes from your host Charlie on The British English Podcast! Visit the website for learning resources:thebritishenglishpodcast.com
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Listen to Short English Conversations with Dialogue Frog! Enjoy short and real English conversations to practice English listening, speaking and pronunciation. Subscribe for weekly updates! Visit our website at dialoguefrog.com for more English speaking and listening practice with episode transcripts, vocabulary lists and extra content. Ranked in the Best 10 English Conversation Podcasts by FeedSpot! Each episode of Dialogue Frog is a real conversation between two people. You will hear commo ...
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Welcome to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We’ve been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components: Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World Mastery: How t ...
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Phrasal Verb News

Grant Wolters

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Learn real English from real news — every day. Join Grant as he takes you through the biggest and most interesting news stories from around the world, explaining useful phrasal verbs, idioms, and natural expressions in context. Each short episode gives you: A quick, clear news summary. Simple explanations of new vocabulary. Examples from both everyday and business English. Practice questions so you can start using the phrases right away. Whether you’re a professional looking to sharpen your ...
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The Fluency Fix

The Immersion Studio

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The Fluency Fix is a short, narrative-style podcast designed to give your English a boost in less than 10 minutes. Each episode explores a common fluency challenge — like confidence, thinking in English, or telling your story — and delivers practical fixes you can apply right away. Every episode connects to a focused lesson on my italki profile and comes with optional worksheets for deeper practice. Whether you’re preparing for daily life, work, or personal expression, The Fluency Fix helps ...
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Learn a phrasal verb every day with this series of short podcasts by Luke Thompson from Luke’s English Podcast. Each episode contains definitions, explanations and improvised examples of each phrase to help you understand and remember these complex but important parts of the English language! Transcripts are also available for every episode.
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Welcome to Learn English With Natalie! Do you want to brush up on your conversational English but you're just too busy? Want to broaden your English vocabulary and learn English language skills that will enhance your everyday English conversations? This podcast is for you! The Learn English With Natalie podcast allows you to do all of this in short, manageable lessons that you can access weekly and on-the-go and the best part?... it's absolutely free! Download FREE resources designed to acco ...
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Podcast focuseses on contents based on life lessons, various kinds of learnings, knowledge sharing, literature based topics, poems and short stories keeping youngsters especially college students in mind
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Your host, Alexander Beck, is a native German and English speaker who has taught German as a foreign language for over 23 years both in person and also online via Skype as a fully certified Microsoft Innovative Educator (Certified MIE / CMIE) and certified Microsoft Skype In The Classroom Expert. The Private German Lessons Podcast Series features real life, simple to understand, and relatively entertaining short stories that incorporate helpful loanwords, which make it easy to follow and lea ...
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Balochi Made Easy

Balochi Made Easy

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This English language podcast aims to teach, preserve and promote Balochi language through short audio lessons. Balochi is a language that not many people are aware of, and some even consider it as an endangered language on the brink of extinction. Baluchi or Balochi language is widely spoken in Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Oman, Gulf states, Turkmenistan and smaller communities in Europe and north Americas.
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Listen to the award winning Second Captains free to air podcasts featuring The Second Captains Podcast and Second Captains Football. Join The Second Captains World Service and get access to our daily shows and much more. Become a Second Captains member at secondcaptains.com. - iTunes Podcast of the Year - iTunes Essentials Top 10 Podcasts of All-Time - The Guardian's 50 Podcasts You Need To Hear - Ireland's Most-Downloaded Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The international language Esperanto was first released to the world in 1887, when L. L. Zamenhof published his first book, “Dr. Esperanto’s International Language”. Since that time, many learning books have been developed to help the beginner attain a proficiency in the language. Helen Fryer’s “Esperanto Teacher” is one of the earliest of these attempts in English. Divided into 45 short and easy lessons and supplemented with sections on joining words, exclamations, compound words, arrangeme ...
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy dive into three common idiomatic pairs that make your English sound natural and fluent: sooner or later, here and there, and back and forth. You’ll learn how to use these expressions in everyday conversations, hear repeat-after-me practice, and listen to a natural mini-dialogue to understand…
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The weekend's sport draws to a close, Monday arrives and you get a double shot of Second Captains. The world feels brighter, airier, you walk with an extra bounce in your step. Then comes Tuesday and there's a sudden void in your life. How can you make it six whole days without another dispatch of independent, member-led broadcasting? Well, we've g…
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📥 ⁠⁠⁠Grab this episode's FREE PDF⁠⁠⁠ with 10 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 …
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Can painting zebra stripes on cows really help them avoid flies? Do rainbow lizards really prefer four-cheese pizza? And does alcohol actually help people get by in a foreign language? Welcome to Phrasal Verb News, the show where you learn real English through real stories. I’m Grant, and today we’re diving into the hilarious — and surprisingly use…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to start a story naturally in English using three simple but powerful phrases: “So, guess what…” “You won’t believe this…” and “Let me tell you…” These short expressions act like hooks — they grab attention, build curiosity, and make your conversations sound lively and engaging…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy teach you how to react naturally in English using simple but powerful phrases: Really? No way! Are you serious? That’s amazing! These short expressions show surprise, excitement, or disbelief, and they make your conversations sound more lively and natural. You’ll hear real-life examples, rep…
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Meta wanted to knock it out of the park with their new $800 Ray-Ban smart glasses — but instead, the live demo dropped the ball. Twice. From failed video calls to cooking AI that ignored commands, the event didn’t go as planned. Luckily, Zuckerberg managed to roll with the punches, and now Meta will need to iron out the bugs before launch. In this …
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore four simple but powerful phrases that make your English sound more polite, natural, and friendly: maybe, I think, it seems, and kind of. Learn how to use these expressions to share your thoughts without sounding too direct, practice them in real-life examples, and hear a fun mini-dial…
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It was a wild Ryder Cup weekend at Bethpage Black, for good and for bad. Despite heckling from American fans that managed all at once to be annoying, unoriginal and verging on the obscene, Europe wiped the floor with the US over the first two days of the tournament. And then came Sunday... Malachy Clerkin of the Irish Times is in studio and Joe Cal…
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An explosive reaction to Liverpool's first defeat of the season maybe suggests discontent with performances was simmering through the recent series of late wins. Have we seen enough to state boldly that a certain Liverpool-player-of-the-decade and a certain almost-record-signing might not both fit into an effective Premier League team? Maybe not ye…
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Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the RealLife App. Do you ever feel stuck repeating the same simple phrases like “That’s very good” or “I’m not sure”? You’re not alone! In this episode, you’ll discover 20 advanced expressions that will instantly upgrade your English and help you sound more fluent, confident, and natural in any situat…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Bruce and Stacy break down five of the most common expressions you’ll hear in everyday life: wake up, get ready, head out, chill out, and call it a day. Learn how to use these phrases naturally when talking about your daily routine, relaxing after work, or ending your day. You’ll get simple examples, repeat…
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Have you ever felt trapped by translation? Every English sentence has to pass through your first language before you can speak—and by then, the moment is gone. In this episode of *The Fluency Fix*, we explore how to rewire your inner voice to think directly in English. Through personal stories and practical tools, I’ll show you how fragments, fille…
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Have you ever felt like every time you speak English, it turns into a performance? The spotlight’s on you, the pressure builds, and suddenly even simple conversations feel overwhelming. In this episode of The Fluency Fix, we explore why confidence in English is less about perfection and more about presence. I’ll share a personal story from my own l…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce dive into one of the most loved phrases in English: Thank God It’s Friday — or TGIF. Learn how people naturally use it to celebrate the end of the week, discover fun alternatives like “Finally Friday” and “Weekend vibes,” and practice them in repeat-after-me style. You’ll also hear fun facts …
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The average person says sorry at least 8 times a day — no wonder the word has lost some of its power. So what do you do when you really screw up and need to apologize? In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain new research on why effort matters when asking forgiveness, and how word choice can make an apology come across as more sincere. Yo…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore three small but powerful words you hear in everyday English: look, see, and well. These aren’t just about eyesight — they’re conversation starters, signals, and tools to guide what you say. Learn how to use look to grab attention, see to show understanding, and well to soften your ans…
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce explore three simple but powerful words that rhyme — really, nearly, and clearly. Learn how to use them in everyday English to emphasize feelings, describe “almost” situations, and show certainty. You’ll hear natural examples, repeat-after-me practice, and fun mini-dialogues between Jane and …
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Episode overview TikTok isn’t just a social media app anymore — it’s at the center of a billion-dollar power struggle. U.S. lawmakers forced ByteDance to sell TikTok’s U.S. operations or shut them down, and now a deal is finally starting to come together. In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain the story behind TikTok’s negotiations and …
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In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Jane and Bruce break down three common English words you hear all the time — literally, basically, and actually. Learn how to use them naturally to emphasize your point, explain something simply, or correct information in everyday conversations. You’ll hear real-life examples, repeat-after-me practice, and …
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Kate O'Connor's heptathlon silver medal at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo was one of the truly great Irish sporting achievements. To post 5 personal bests in her 7 events, some of them with a knee injury, speaks to a truly elite mental toughness. Derval O'Rourke watched it all, was left by turns speechless and emotional over the course …
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What must it be like to go to sea on what is expected to be a normal fishing expedition, only for the captain to go mad and start forcing random crew members to walk the plank? The Chelsea players got to find out on Saturday evening as Enzo Maresca’s flurry of first half substitutions sent an already-entertaining game into the realm of farce. We ta…
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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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Episode overview The U.S. Federal Reserve just cut interest rates by 0.25% (25 basis points) — but why does this matter, and how does it affect not just the U.S. but the entire world? In this finance edition of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain the Fed’s decision in simple terms, show how it impacts inflation, jobs, and global markets, and teach you …
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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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📥 ⁠⁠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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The Champions League has been a lot of fun this week with Gurbanov, the madness in Turin, and Liverpool winning late, yet again. We chatted to Neil Atkinson of The Anfield Wrap. Ken tells us about where he was when Newcastle played the mighty Barcelona in 1997. We also chatted to the sports editor of The Nation, Dave Zirin, about the NFL coming to …
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Episode overview After the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, the story has shifted to the aftermath — the public reactions, online comments, and professional consequences that followed. From late-night host Jimmy Kimmel to anonymous social media users, many discovered that words can backfire, damage reputations, and even cost jobs. In this ep…
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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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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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Episode overview Rudeness isn’t just bad manners — it’s expensive. A new study from the Society for Human Resource Management found that workplace rudeness costs U.S. businesses $2.1 billion every single day. That’s 208 million acts of rudeness: being short in an email, cutting someone off in a meeting, talking down to colleagues, putting others do…
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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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Two-weight world champion Ricky Hatton, who was one of the best-known and most loved fighters of his generation, has died at the age of 46. Gavan Casey of the42 is in studio today along with Mike Costello, who was working at all the big Hatton fights in Vegas. We also analyse Paddy Donovan's rematch against Lewis Crocker in Belfast; despite two kno…
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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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Nick Woltemade’s had his critics - some of the biggest Bundesliga beasts of all time popping up to give him a surprise pre-debut kicking in the media - so his winner for Newcastle against Wolves is a nice place to start today. We debate whether Evan Ferguson can learn anything from the advice of Robert Lewandowski, and compare the progress of the t…
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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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What if, at 42 years of age, having spent your entire life playing Gaelic football, you were to take up one of the fastest sports in the world, one that most experts say you need to take up before the age of 7 or 8 if you’re to master the basics, and then write a book about it? Welcome to the live show launch of Murph's second book, the brilliant O…
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Episode overview After a week of protests, violence, and heavy headlines, it’s time for something different. In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, we focus only on positive, funny, and uplifting stories — no politics, no scandals, no negativity. Just good news that can brighten your day and help you learn useful English expressions. First, we go to…
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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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📥 ⁠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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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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Episode overview At a Hyundai factory in Alabama, agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out a dramatic raid. Workers on the assembly line were suddenly told to drop what they were doing and line up to be questioned. By the end of the day, 475 employees were arrested in what ICE described as a major undertaking. The raid is p…
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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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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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When McIlroy drained a monster eagle putt on the 18th green at the K Club to get into a playoff, the fans at The Irish Open let out a roar worthy of any major; yesterday's dramatic, emotional win in front of his home fans caps off what is arguably the best season of his career. We chat to Joe Callaghan about Rory's roller coaster season, what incre…
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