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REPEAT: Talking about future plans | Lunar New Year
Learn how to talk about your plans for the future. Plus, find out the legend about giving red envelopes to children during Lunar New Year.
S2 Ep 3MiniPod: Ep3 Talking about work | Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What do you do for a living? | I’m a student.| I want to start a business. |I work part-time.
Bonus Practice: #78 Talking about holidays (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #78 Talking about holidays.
#78 Talking about holidays (Med)
Learn how to talk about recent holiday or trip.
S2 Ep 2MiniPod: Ep2 Meeting your neighbour | Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I live nearby. | I’m new to the area.| How long have you lived here? | I like living here.
S2 Ep 1MiniPod: Ep1 Speaking English | Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I speak a little English. | I’m not used to the Australian accent. | I’m still learning English. | Sorry, I don’t understand.
Bonus Practice: #77 Setting up a tent (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #77 Setting up a tent.
#77 Setting up a tent (Med)
Learn how talk about setting up a tent.
Summer listening: Into the bush | Let's go fishing! (Med)
Learn how to talk about fishing. Plus, find out a bit of history on why Australians love fishing.
Summer listening: Into the bush | Verbs about walking
Learn the meaning of hiking, strolling, power-walking, climbing, trudging, strutting, toddling and more.
Summer listening: Into the bush | Let's go bushwalking (Adv)
Learn how to talk about bushwalking. Plus find out tips on how hikers can stay safe and have fun.
#76 Getting a gift (Med)
Learn how to talk about getting a gift for someone. Plus, find out what the Secret Santa tradition is all about.
#75 Discussing eyesight and vision (Med)
Learn how to talk about eyesight getting worse. Plus, find out why people with lighter eye colour have a higher risk of UV damage.
#74 Talking about your pet peeves (Med)
Learn how to talk about things that annoy you.
#73 When public transport goes wrong (Med)
Learn how to communicate when using public transport, particularly when there are disruptions.
#72 Talking about which team sport to join (Med)
Learn how to describe social team sports and choose one that is right for you.
#71 Talking about being scammed (Med)
Learn how to communicate about suspicious messages and scams.
#70 Talking over a BBQ (Med)
Learn how to describe cooking at a barbecue.
#69 Getting a haircut (Med)
Learn how to talk to your hairdresser about getting your hair cut.
#68 Discussing the news (Med)
Learn how to talk about news that makes us feel scared or hopeful.
#67 Complaining about kids (Med)
Learn how to talk about your kids when they are a bit challenging.
#66 What to ask when looking to rent (Med)
Learn how to ask questions when looking for a home to rent.
#65 Talking about the Olympics (Med)
Learn how to talk about the success of athletes during a big sporting event like the Olympic Games.
S2 Ep 6MiniPod: I’ve been everywhere | Pronunciation practice with Janice
In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /uː/ and /əʊ/ (flu and flow).
#64 Sharing family culture through food (Med)
Sharing and describing food that is special to your family and culture.
S2 Ep 5MiniPod: Roses are red | Pronunciation practice with Janice
In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /r/ and /v/.
#63 Taking a dog to the park (Med)
Learn how to talk about your dog at a dog park.
S2 Ep 4MiniPod: We light a new light | Pronunciation practice with Janice
In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /l/ and /n/.
#62 Talking about death (Med)
Learn how to talk about a death in the family.
S2 Ep 3MiniPod: Kookaburra song | Pronunciation practice with Janice
In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /k/ and /g/.
#61 Tackling a DIY project (Med)
Learn how to talk about doing do-it-yourself (DIY) projects.
S2 Ep 2MiniPod: If a dog chews shoes | Pronunciation practice with Janice
In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /tʃ / and /ʃ/ (ch and sh).
#60 Talking about commemorating | Anzac Day (Med)
Learn how to talk about commemorating Anzac Day, plus find out why it's important for all Australians.
S2 Ep 1MiniPod: I scream, you scream... | Pronunciation practice with Janice
In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /iː/ and /aɪ/ (sheep and eye)
#59 Talking about cooking (Med)
Learn how to talk about cooking and sharing recipes.
#58 How to say 'no' at work (Adv)
Learn how to professionally and politely decline additional workload.
S1 Ep 12MiniPod: Ep12 Future Plans| English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you have any plans? | I want to travel. | I hope to start a business. | I plan to save money. | I’d like to live near the beach.
S1 Ep 11MiniPod: Ep11 Going To A Party | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Will you come to the party? | I’m looking forward to the party. | I'm going to my friend’s for a barbecue. | I'll bring some chips and dips. | What will you bring?
#57 Talking about ageing (Med)
Learn fun phrases you can use to describe the process of growing older.
S1 Ep 10MiniPod: Ep10 Eating Out | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: The food here is delicious. | You should try the chicken salad. | I had a great meal, did you? | My favourite dish is garlic prawns. | Can I get the bill, please?
S1 Ep 9MiniPod: Ep9 Ordering Tea or Coffee | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat', a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I would like a coffee, please. | Can I have a tea with milk, please? | I will take a cappuccino with sugar, please. | I will have a muffin, please. | Nothing for me, thanks.
#56 Organising a party (Med)
Learn how to talk about having a party.
S1 Ep 8MiniPod: Ep8 Talking About Shopping | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you enjoy shopping? | I enjoy shopping for new clothes. | I need a new jumper. | I do my grocery shopping online. | The markets have the best fruit and vegetables.
S1 Ep 7MiniPod: Ep7 Talking About Health | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you fee OK? | I am not feeling well. | I have a runny nose. | I have a sore throat. | I have a headache.
#55 Describing personal relationships (Med)
Learn how to describe different types of romantic relationships
S1 Ep 6MiniPod: Ep6 Home| English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat', a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Where do you live? | I live in a small apartment in the city. | I live in a house with two bedrooms. | We are renting. | Are you close to public transport?
S1 Ep 5MiniPod: Ep5 Likes & Dislikes| English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What do you like? | I like going for walks in the park. | I love sunny days. | I don’t like spicy food. | I hate running.
#54 How to talk about predictions (Med)
Learn how to speculate and make predictions about the future.
S1 Ep 4MiniPod: Ep4 Hobbies | English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What do you like doing? | My favourite hobby is gardening. | I listen to music to relax. | I play tennis and go swimming. | What are your favourite hobbies?
S1 Ep 3MiniPod: Ep3 Family| English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you have family in Australia? | I have a big family. | I have two brothers and one sister. | My brothers live in Sydney and my sister lives in Perth. | Do you have any brothers and sisters?