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Learn English Through Listening

Hilary Platt

106 episodes

Discover Adept English, the modern way to learn to speak English. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently. The Adept English language teaching approach is to learn through listening. We publish two new English audio lessons, with full transcripts, weekly. Every one of our English lessons will help you learn to speak English in ways that are interesting and lead to success. We have lots of podcasts, at all difficulty levels, on many topics, suitable for all listeners, ready for you to listen too right now.

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  1. What your country’s banknotes say about you [English Listening] Ep 885

    · 13 min · Episode 885

    What do you think should appear on British banknotes: famous faces or tiny creatures from the wild? ✔️ Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-phrases-british-banknotes/ In today’s podcast, we’ll…

  2. Health extremes are un-healthy [English Vocabulary: Suffixes] Ep 884

    · 12 min · Episode 884

    Eat more protein. Sleep eight hours. Meditate daily. Simple habits, right? But online, harmless health advice has been pushed to the extreme, turning self-care into toxic pressure just for clicks. Where do we draw the…

  3. You clicked NO they tracked you anyway! [English Listening: Privacy] Ep 883

    · 14 min · Episode 883

    Imagine being recognised by a computer just from the way you walk. No face, no name, no ID. Just your steps. And it's around 96% accurate. How is that even possible? ✔️ Lesson transcript:…

  4. Your doorbell camera is making us paranoid [English Listening] Ep 882

    · 12 min · Episode 882

    Britain has over 7 million cameras watching our streets. 7 million! That's more cameras per person than almost anywhere else on earth. This is an English lesson wrapped around an interesting British topic, and you'll…

  5. Why we trust our neighbour more than the news [English Vocabulary: Trust] Ep 881

    · 14 min · Episode 881

    Trust doesn’t always disappear with a scandal or a big political crisis. Sometimes, it fades quietly, one question at a time. Let's explain how to use the vocabulary of trust. ✔️ Lesson transcript:…

  6. 92% Trust Nurses. Just 9% Trust Politicians. Why? [English Vocabulary: Trust] Ep 880

    · 14 min · Episode 880

    Can trust in politics get any lower? Are people getting more cynical in 2026? Lot's of interesting English language in today's podcast! So join us and build your English listening…

  7. What British weddings are like in 2026 [English Listening Practice] Ep 879

    · 15 min · Episode 879

    Traditional English weddings have a lot of moving parts. If you get invited to an English speaking wedding, you might find yourself smiling politely while wondering who everyone is and what happens next? Perhaps you…

  8. Why the real England isn't London [English Practice] Ep 878

    · 15 min · Episode 878

    There is no doubt that London's busy city life is worth experiencing if you visit England. However, if you love nature, fresh air and views you will remember for life. You probably want to visit the Lake District as…

  9. Cash is making a comeback! [English Listening B2+] Ep 877

    · 14 min · Episode 877

    Do we really want a world without physical money, a world without cash? It's easy to pay in 2026, a simple tap of your phone or card and you can buy a coffee. It's easy, isn't it? But in a world full of digital…

  10. You want 50 friends, not 5,000 followers [English Practice] Ep 876

    · 13 min · Episode 876

    Do ever get a sneaky feeling other people are having a better time, more fun, without you? That feeling even has a name in English: FOMO, the "Fear Of Missing Out". In today's English listening podcast, we'll explore…

  11. Could you give up your phone for a week? [English Shadowing Practice] Ep 875

    · 12 min · Episode 875

    Have you noticed how easy modern life has become? Your coffee machine does the thinking, your phone finds the route, and your forgotten groceries arrive at your door. It sounds great, but could life be too easy? Is…

  12. The 97-year-old DareDevil [English Listening Practice] Ep 874

    · 9:05 · Episode 874

    Here's a great way to practice listening. Have you ever watched someone do something terrifying and thought, "Why would anyone choose that?" For some people, danger brings excitement. We call them daredevils, and their…

  13. 3,000 blind people got their sight back in 12 days [English Shadowing] Ep 873

    · 14 min · Episode 873

    Have you ever noticed how a good news story can lift your mood? Today, we will focus on the positive. We have three uplifting stories from around the world, and you can learn some interesting English, in context, as…

  14. 5 of the UK's last 7 leaders were not elected [English Shadowing] Ep 872

    · 14 min · Episode 872

    You know what's really perfect for English https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/ listening? Real conversations about how political ideas change language. For example, the UK has a new term 'Manchesterism' that's…

  15. They wanted $690,000 for a football ticket. My jaw dropped! [English Practice] Ep 871

    · 11 min · Episode 871

    Here's a great way to practice your English listening, an English lesson focused on the recent World Cup in America and what shocked European visitors. Long flights, expensive tickets, the weather, and more. Seems like…

  16. When did you last REALLY play? [English Listening] Ep 870

    · 14 min · Episode 870

    Want to learn English from real life? Think about this: when was the last time you truly played as an adult? Not watching TV or checking social media, but actually playing, losing track of time, feeling joy, forgetting…

  17. The 1 number that proves nature can heal itself [English Practice] Ep 869

    · 9:33 · Episode 869

    Here's a great way to practice your English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/, listen to how we talk about environmental hope. Have you ever wondered if nature can recover after all the damage? We…

  18. He used humour to destroy social rules [Advanced English Listening] Ep 868

    · 14 min · Episode 868

    If you want to learn English that people actually speak, not textbook phrases, listen https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ to how we talk about individuality, like that British artist who ignored every trend.…

  19. Nobody Expected This Wildlife Comeback: From 54 to 9,500 [Advanced English Practice] Ep 867

    · 14 min · Episode 867

    Let's be honest – One of the best reasons to practice English listening with Adept English, is to hear amazing uplifting stories, today it's rewilding. Three stories of animals and habitats recovering, perfect. So,…

  20. This one thing about Lisbon STUNNED me instantly [English Practice] Ep 866

    · 14 min

    Practice your **English listening** with this, have you ever seen a city like Lisbon? Think hand-painted tiles on every building and viewpoints that take your breath away. Looks perfect, right? But is it? In this…

  21. Why therapists HATE the perfect boyfriend trend [English shadowing] Ep 865

    · 13 min · Episode 865

    Today's English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ is all about "High-effort boyfriends". You might have come across some of these "cringe" videos scrolling through your social media. A woman listing…

  22. The life in the UK test is BROKEN. Even I got some wrong! [English Practice] Ep 864

    · 12 min · Episode 864

    English listening practice meets British culture in today's podcast. Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a citizen of the UK? Part of it involves a special test, and it is not only about famous British…

  23. She DIED three times. Saw the SAME thing. [English Practice] Ep 863

    · 14 min · Episode 863

    This English listening practice starts with a thought-provoking question. Have you ever wondered what it feels like to die? It’s a big question, and one that many people consider at some point in their lives. Today, we…

  24. Your pet is eating it already. Are you NEXT? [English Practice] Ep 862

    · 12 min · Episode 862

    In today's English listening practice we ask: Have you ever wondered what your dinner might look like in ten years' time? Would you eat meat that was grown in a laboratory instead of on a farm? Today we explore the…

  25. Can you handle this DANGEROUS English vocabulary? [English Learning Story] Ep 861

    · 13 min · Episode 861

    Have you ever thought about throwing a powerful magnet into a river to see what you can pull out? It sounds strange, but this hobby is growing in the UK and around the world. ✔️ Lesson transcript:…

  26. Your coworker has a second job and you DON'T know [B2 English Listening] Ep 860

    · 14 min · Episode 860

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work two full-time jobs at the **same time**, without either employer knowing? It sounds like something from a spy film, doesn't it? But for a growing number of people,…

  27. This is not a 'hack', it's DESPERATE. [Real English Listening] Ep 859

    · 13 min · Episode 859

    Have you ever wondered how people manage to live in some of the world's most expensive cities? In today's podcast, we'll explore a creative and unusual housing idea from the UK, called 'property guardianship'. You'll…

  28. Quiet comeback: How analog hobbies are rewiring connection. [B2-C1 Vocabulary] Ep 858

    · 12 min · Episode 858

    Have you ever felt a bit tired of staring at your phone screen and wanted to do something real with your hands? Many people are discovering the simple joy of making and creating things offline. In today's English…

  29. 8 Ways To Bring Kindness To An Unfriendly World [B2 English Listening Practice] Ep 857

    · 13 min · Episode 857

    Have you ever noticed how a small act of kindness from a stranger can completely change your day? It's a powerful feeling that connects us all. In today's podcast, we'll explore eight practical ways to be a nicer…

  30. STOP Doomscrolling There Is Good News [Learn English Through Stories] Ep 856

    · 14 min · Episode 856

    Are you feeling weighed down by the constant stream of bad news? In today’s podcast, we’ll explore the opposite. We’ll share some truly uplifting news stories from around the world, and you’ll pick up excellent English…

  31. The Myth of Boring Language Learning [Advanced English] Ep 855

    · 14 min · Episode 855

    Do you find your English learning materials/books to be ... kinda boring? Wouldn't it be better if you could work on improving your English skills with topics that are genuinely interesting? Take your British English…

  32. The Fluency Myth: Why Big Words Are Failing You [B2 English Listening Practice] Ep 854

    · 9:59 · Episode 854

    Have you ever noticed how some people just sound more natural and fluent (https://adeptenglish.com/english/fluency/) when they speak English, even if they don't use very complex words? The secret is often in the…

  33. The Tech Building Your Perfect Diet: B2 English Listening Practice Ep 853

    · 14 min · Episode 853

    Have you ever noticed someone wearing a little gadget on their arm and wondered what it was for? That small piece of technology is part of a fascinating shift in how we understand our own health. In today's podcast,…

  34. We Need Some Good News (B2+) Ep 852

    · 13 min · Episode 852

    Have you ever looked at the news and felt you needed a break from all the bad stories? It’s easy to think the world is only full of problems. But what if we told you there are also many quiet, positive changes…

  35. The Real Cost Of Green Energy (B2+) Ep 851

    · 14 min · Episode 851

    Have you ever noticed how different countries are racing to generate clean energy, but sometimes the biggest challenge isn't the wind or the sun? It's what we build to carry that power. In today's podcast, we'll…

  36. Can You Follow This Royal Scandal in English? (B2+) Ep 850

    · 11 min · Episode 850

    Have you ever listened to the news and wished you could understand all the words clearly? We know it can be tricky to follow fast news in English. In today's podcast, we'll explore three interesting current stories.…

  37. The Real Reason Healthy Eating Feels Impossible (B2+ Listening) Ep 849

    · 14 min · Episode 849

    Have you ever found yourself eating a snack and then, without thinking, reaching for another and another? We often blame ourselves for a lack of willpower. But what if the food itself was designed to make us do that?…

  38. British Listening Culture: Have We Forgotten How To Party? (B2+) Ep 848

    · 12 min · Episode 848

    Have you ever noticed how the way we choose to socialise says a lot about our culture and our times? In today's podcast, we'll explore a big change happening in Britain: the closing of many nightclubs. We'll learn…

  39. The Secret World of British Snack Flavours (Spoken English) (B2+) Ep 847

    · 13 min · Episode 847

    Have you ever wondered why the humble crisp can spark such strong opinions, depending on where in the world you live? We all have our go-to flavours, but what makes certain tastes so popular in one country and not…

  40. How To Vary Your Workouts The Right Way! Get Fit & Learn English (B2-C1) Ep 846

    · 14 min · Episode 846

    Have you ever wondered if your exercise routine is as varied as it should be? What if the key to better health isn't just exercising more, but exercising smarter with a mix of different types? New research suggests…

  41. Traitors: Why Do We Trust Liars 90% Of The Time? (B2-C1) English Ep 845

    · 15 min · Episode 845

    Have you ever wondered why we're so easily taken in by a good liar? Or why, you know, we trust people even when the evidence says otherwise? A certain reality TV sensation has turned these questions into "must watch…

  42. Start 2026 With Positive Slow English News Listening Ep 844

    · 12 min · Episode 844

    Isn't it easy to get bogged down by the constant stream of negative news? I mean, turn on the TV or scroll through your feed, and it's all doom and gloom. So, how about we deliberately seek out the good? The stories…

  43. Is Your English Ready For 2026? Listen And Learn (B2-C1) Ep 843

    · 13 min · Episode 843

    Relive the best of 2025's episodes while effortlessly improving your English fluency through immersive listening and advanced vocabulary. Explore our courses like the Most Common 500 English Words…

  44. English Listening 2025 Special (MYSTERY GUESTS!) Ep 842

    · 5:04 · Episode 842

    Welcome to our end of year special. As 2025 comes to a close, we just wanted to say thank you, to all our amazing listeners for your support. We are a small British podcast pushing a great English learning approach.…

  45. Why is the Fog Pink? 🇬🇧 Learn Natural British English Ep 841

    · 11 min · Episode 841

    Enhance your English fluency with some great (and odd!) UK news: pink fog, online habits, reindeer carrots, and Tree of Kindness. These are just a few of the heartwarming and intriguing stories we're exploring today.…

  46. 2025's Most Googled Relationship Questions | English Listening (B2‑C1) Ep 840

    · 14 min · Episode 840

    Have you ever been on a date with an English speaker and found yourself searching for the right words to express your feelings? Or perhaps you've scrolled through relationship advice online and thought, 'I wish I could…

  47. The 9 Most Overused Therapy Words! Learn Real English Ep 839

    · 13 min · Episode 839

    Have you ever been at a café and overheard someone say a delayed train was 'traumatic', or label a colleague a 'narcissist' for taking credit? It seems we've all become sort of amateur therapists these days, haven't…

  48. Start Calling Out Lip Service In English Idioms Today Ep 838

    · 12 min · Episode 838

    Have you ever feel frustrated trying to catch idiomatic English phrases in the news, like "paying lip service", and understand real-world hypocrisy? This listening lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ dives into…

  49. Improve Your English Listening with Joyful UK Stories B2-C1 Ep 837

    · 13 min · Episode 837

    Have you ever paused in the middle of a hectic day and thought, "Wouldn't it be lovely to hear about ordinary people doing extraordinary things, just to lift the mood a bit?" It's funny how a good news story sticks…

  50. Is King Charles 5p Worthless? 🇬🇧 English Listening (B2-C1) Ep 836

    · 10 min · Episode 836

    Do you ever find yourself struggling to keep up with fast, natural English conversations on real-world topics? Well, this lesson draws on a truly fascinating story about a new British coin, it's an intriguing tale,…

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