logo
episode-header-image
Dec 2024
21m 38s

218. Coming Home (part 2) B1 B2-level st...

M. A. Bilbrough
About this episode
Jonathon goes to the bank to claim his prize, but he comes away with something he didn't expect. B2 phrases to listen for. What is the context of each phrase? 1, get rid of - try to make disappear 2, be taken in - makes you believe something bad 3, live for - be a very important thing in your life 4, fall apart - collapse, disappear so it exists no longer ... Show More
Up next
Nov 20
275. B2 Linking Words
<p><b>B2 conjunctions</b></p><p><b>City Life Compared to Country Life</b></p><p>Many people wonder whether they would be happier living in the city or in the countryside. City life offers a fast rhythm and many opportunities, and it can be exciting, <b>though</b> it often feels c ... Show More
16m 34s
Nov 19
274. B1 Linking Words (Part 1)
<p>This is part 1 of my TWO podcasts on B1 linkers: The text for today is:</p><p>Many people want to learn a new language, <b>yet</b> they often wonder what method works best. One helpful idea is to treat the language <b>as</b> you would a musical instrument, practising regularly ... Show More
15m 2s
Nov 13
273. Priorities (B2 Story)
<p>Here is the text for the B2 story today:</p><p><b>Priorities</b></p><p>Steve was a <b>talented</b> guitarist who had spent years trying to <b>make it big</b>. When his band finally got an album deal, he felt his dreams were coming true. But his wife, Laura, was tired of being ... Show More
17m 7s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2022
Lesson 21: Advanced English Speaking / Idioms - Slangs - Phrasal verbs
The ball is no longer in your court you can’t pick out anything of any sort You can’t even wait too long Because you have no choice but to come along Let’s try to get to the bottom line And finish things in less than no time Even if you would have to drag your feet And endure the ... Show More
4m 24s
Jun 2025
ATG 236: The "Too Busy" Lie and 2 Systems That Will Change Everything with Mo Bunnell
<p>Do you ever catch yourself saying &quot;I&apos;m too busy&quot; when someone asks you to connect? Mo Bunnell, author of <em>Give to Grow</em>, says that&apos;s one of five lies keeping us stuck—and he&apos;s got the research to prove it. In this episode, Mo breaks down his &qu ... Show More
50m 22s
Jul 2025
90: Was machst du denn hier? | What are you doing here?
<p>Play down a problem, demand what you deserve &amp; two-way prepositions: in.</p> <p>Paul's dad plays down his gambling problem and goes to a betting office. And again, he has an argument because he had bet on a sports team's loss - but the bookmaker doesn't give him anything s ... Show More
20m 53s
Mar 2023
Lesson 47: Advanced English Speaking / Idioms - Phrasal verbs
You want to SHOOT THE BREEZE with me Counting the days to look at me Whenever your eyes catch mine You get TONGUE-TIED and lose your lines You feel that you are ON THE LINE Waiting for any sign You WATCH me LIKE A HAWK Listening to my footsteps and my talks Trying to make things ... Show More
3m 16s
Mar 2023
Lesson 62: Advanced English Speaking / Idioms - Phrasal verbs
Having SMALL TALK with you Has always been my dream I’ve wished I could SPILL THE BEANS And feel like I am back to being fourteen I wish I could trust you And you could always be nearby But it is unfortunate That it might only happen WHEN PIGS FLY I have to COUNT ON what my mom u ... Show More
3m 39s
Apr 2025
84: Heinz kommt nie mehr zurück! | Heinz never comes back again!
<p>Reproach, stroll down memory lane &amp; subjunctive II with würde.</p> <p>Paul is back in Munich, riding his bike to Grandpa's apartment. He has the book, but without the important page. His parents are already there. They're clearing all the rooms because he has died. That is ... Show More
26m 34s
Oct 14
159. Why Most Men Get Stuck and Lost in Life
Most men chase success, validation, or quick escapes but never confront the root of their unhappiness.The truth? You can’t lead, build, or love fully until you heal the wound that started it all.In this episode of The Bedros Keuilian Show, I break down the real reason so many men ... Show More
32m 33s
May 2023
658. Do You Have Porous Boundaries?? What They Are & How They Help Us w/ Mark Nepo
Do you want to learn how to start repairing yourself and the world? Are you struggling to find a balance with boundaries? Do you want to know the purpose of darkness? Today we are back with part 2 of our conversation with Mark Nepo- #1 NYT Bestselling author, spiritual teacher, ... Show More
45m 33s
Feb 2025
124. How to make Adversity Your Advantage
Your Hidden Superpower Is Waiting – Will You Use It or Waste It?Most people go through life completely unaware of the superpower they already have. They let adversity break them instead of using it to build something greater.I get it—I came to this country as a broke immigrant ki ... Show More
26m 53s
Sep 30
012- Let Them Keep What They Took from You
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2518185/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>In this deeply resonant episode of <em>Beyond Words</em>, Najwa explores the painful but liberating truth of betrayal and abandonment. What happens when you’ve i ... Show More
31m 34s