On today’s episode, I want to introduce you to a traditional British festival and celebration that you probably haven't heard of before! Bonfire Night, held on November 5th every year, is a day when we set off fireworks, light fires, and so on! However, it is the history connected to religious disagreements and failed terrorist plots that is the most interes ... Show More
Aug 24
402. France is Bigger Than You Think! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Which country shares the longest border with France? I think most people would say Spain. Spain is right next to France in Europe. Or perhaps you might have said Belgium, Switzerland, or Italy. But the answer is actually Brazil. Yes, Brazil. France and Brazil share a border of mo ... Show More
33m 50s
Aug 17
401. English Tests: Do They Improve Education? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
English tests are everywhere. Many of you listening to this episode will have spent (or currently are spending) months preparing for exams like IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, and the Cambridge English qualifications. Passing a proficiency test is often required if you want to study abroad, ... Show More
27 m
Nov 2021
Bonfire Night (Premium)
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Bonfire Night
Tonight, we’ll enjoy an evening of community and tradition as we join Evan and his friend, Raheem, in a quiet English village. Also kno ... Show More
6m 26s
Jul 2023
673 - Summer Festival Idioms In Business English
Yesterday was Independence Day here in the USA, which is a holiday with lots of fireworks, and it got me thinking of some related idioms. Today, let’s have a look at six idioms that have a connection to summer festivals which you can use in daily conversation and even in the offi ... Show More
10m 10s
Dec 2023
#432 | The Most Unusual New Year's Eve Traditions
✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://dripl.ink/MUYZHEnds 23:59, Sunday 6th September.--A New Year's Eve celebration isn't always fireworks. Sometimes it's colourful underwear, dark-haired men rushing into Scottish houses, and smashing plates. In this episode, we'll explore ... Show More
16m 7s