Do bad things really come in threes? In this episode, Andrew tells you four mini stories from his week that will make you wonder about this old superstition. From unexpected moments during his evening run to tech troubles that tested his patience, you'll hear authentic English storytelling that takes you from frustrating lows to feel-good highs.
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Simplified Speech #233 – Ethical dilemmas
In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Indiana talk about ethical dilemmas. They share everyday tricky situations, like splitting a restaurant bill, switching airplane seats, and seeing someone cheat on a test. You will hear how they think through hard choices, weigh pros ... Show More
32m 26s
Nov 15
Chatterbox #341 – Talking about frustration
Do you ever feel frustrated after a bad day at work, a test, or a long commute? In this Chatterbox episode, join Andrew and Anna for a conversation about frustration and how to talk about it clearly in English.
In this lesson, you will learn how frustration is different from a ... Show More
38m 43s
Oct 4
English Listening Practice: 1-Hour Real Story | Improve Your English – Speak Fluently (A1A2) Podcast
In this powerful 1-hour episode, you’ll hear a real, meaningful story told in slow, clear, and simple English. It’s perfect for A1–A2 level learners who want to improve their listening skills, build vocabulary, and speak English more fluently and confidently. ✅ What you’ll get in ... Show More
41m 39s
Apr 2025
Updates: Daniel Kahneman, new euro, Rust movie
<p><strong>Today's story: </strong>In this episode, you'll hear updates from several recent Plain English stories. Daniel Kahneman, who wrote the book "Thinking, Fast and Slow" died at age 90. What wasn't reported at the time: he went to Switzerland to end his own life. Plus, the ... Show More
16m 36s
Sep 4
Bitesize Ep 105: A Shocking Chapter of British History: The Day London Nearly Drowned in Dung
📥 Grab the FREE PDF with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 Join my weekly online group lessons In this episode, we dive into a shocking chapter of British history: The Great Hors ... Show More
26m 37s