Oct 9

What makes a good citizen?

Is a good citizen someone who votes and follows the law? Or is there more to it? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-mi ... Show More

6m 42s

Oct 2

Have you ever seen a whale?

How have humans treated whales throughout history? Their sheer size, their ability to swim to great depths and their whale song have captured our imaginations throughout history. But have humans always had a positive relationship with whales? Phil and Georgie discuss this and tea ... Show More

6m 40s

Sep 25

The criminal trade in ancient objects

Many of us like to visit museums to see ancient artefacts in person – it's an exciting way to learn about the history and culture of different civilisations. But did you know that there are criminal networks which steal and trade these ancient objects? Neil and Beth discuss this ... Show More

6m 41s

Aug 2024

English in a Minute:5 ways to use 'over'

Listen to this podcast and you'll know 5 ways to use the word 'over'. Try one of them today.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/eiam/unit-3/session-99FIND BBC ... Show More

53s

Jul 2024

English in a Minute: 3 ways to use 'appropriate'

How appropriate! Beth has created a podcast to help you use the word 'appropriate'!TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/eiam/unit-3/session-95 FIND BBC LEARNIN ... Show More

1m 10s

Oct 2024

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'point'

If your teachers tell you to work on your English, they have a good point! And Georgie has a number of points to make about the word 'point'. Listen to Georgie now to find out more.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your Englis ... Show More

1m 7s

Jul 2024

The English We Speak: Take the wheel

This expression is all about being in control.[Image: Getty]For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.comFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features ... Show More

3m 3s

Jun 2024

Real Easy English: Exercise

Learn how to talk about your hobbies.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/240614 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https ... Show More

5m 18s

Sep 2024

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'problem'

All of us have problems. There are some verbs that we use a lot to talk about problems. Learn new ways to say that you have problems with Phil.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningen ... Show More

1m 11s

Oct 8

English in a Minute: Verbs that go with 'resource'

What does it mean to draw on and squander resources? Learn that and more in this podcast.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/s5english_in_a_minuteFIND BBC L ... Show More

1m 9s

Oct 1

English in a Minute: Verbs that go with 'task'

What verbs can we use 'task'? Learn some here.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/s5english_in_a_minuteFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️h ... Show More

1m 1s

Aug 2024

English in a Minute: 3 ways to use the word 'energy'

It can take a lot of energy to create a podcast but Phil doesn't mind. He really wants to tell you about the word 'energy'.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course ... Show More

1m 7s

Aug 2024

The English We Speak: Crank up

Here's an expression about increasing intensity.[Image: Getty]Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-240826FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Vi ... Show More

2m 32s

Keeping kids off smartphones