Sep 24

Why do we itch?

Feeling itchy is unpleasant, and the feeling of finally scratching that itch can be very satisfying! But why do we feel itchy in the first place? And is it possible to catch an itch from someone else? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.6 Minute Englis ... Show More

6m 22s

Sep 17

Is rejection good for us?

How would you feel about going up to a stranger on the street and asking them for a cheeky favour? If the idea makes you nervous, then don't worry – you are not alone! But recently, some people have been filming themselves doing this, as part of a social media trend called 'rejec ... Show More

6m 21s

Sep 10

Can apps teach you a language?

Have you ever used Duolingo, Babbel, Busuu or perhaps another language-learning app? How did you get on? Some people love the convenience of these apps – you can learn on the go, like during your commute to work, rather than committing to a certain time each week, like learning i ... Show More

6m 37s

Aug 2024

Real Easy English: Talking about school

Beth and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about school. Learn to talk about your sleep habits and dreams. TRANSCRIPT You can read along with this podcast and find important vocabulary here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/2408 ... Show More

5m 28s

Oct 2025

Job suffixes

What's the connection between a teacher, a driver and a presenter? We explain.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusSUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.u ... Show More

6m 10s

Jul 2024

Job suffixes

What's the connection between a teacher, a driver or a presenter?FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ... Show More

6m 10s

Oct 2016

16 - School Days

Get ready to massively increase your vocabulary skills in today’s episode! As Jennifer and Dan talk about their schooldays, they naturally use multiple phrasal verbs, idioms, and English expressions that you can learn to sound more like a native speaker. You will learn how to tal ... Show More

19m 44s

Oct 2025

Speak Lesson 67 | How to Talk About School

In this lesson, we learn how to talk a little bit about school.

17m 46s

Mar 2024

Home schooling - AIRC512

<p>In today's podcast, we're talking about home schooling your children. Should you do it? What are the advantages and disadvantages of educating students at home? Can you legally do it where you live? We'll answer these questions and you'll learn some useful home schooling vocab ... Show More

37m 25s

Mar 2025

Role modelling for kids

Who you look up to at a young age can shape your world view - so how can schools help kids find good role models? We asked Matthew Pearce, principal of RGSGD, plus sixth form scholar at Repton Al Barsha, Leila El Rafey. And with smartphone and screen time dangers once again in th ... Show More

50 m

Sep 2024

Real Easy English: Talking about family jobs

Georgie and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about jobs their families do.TRANSCRIPT You can read along with this podcast and find important vocabulary here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/240920FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE ... Show More

5m 23s

Mar 2025

Real Easy English: Talking about teachers

Neil and Beth have a real conversation in Easy English about their favourite teachers.WATCH THIS PODCAST: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/250328FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Foll ... Show More

5m 44s

The school that puts the kids in charge