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  • Learn English Through Listening

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

    10/08/2026 | 9 min
    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 world is full of risk, adrenaline, and amazing stories. Let's find out more as we listen https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ & improve your English.

    Did you know subscribers get access to a huge archive of English listening practice? Unlock over 100+ past episodes immediately, plus get 8 brand new ones every month. That is hours of extra material to help you understand the British accent. Start listening today: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/

    In today's podcast, we'll explore the world of extreme sports through the story of one remarkable woman. Along the way, you'll hear useful English words https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/500-most-common-words-course/ and phrases, like 'novice', meaning a beginner, and the brilliant British expression 'it's a doddle', which means it's easy. You don't need to be an expert to understand; we'll explain everything clearly.

    We'll explore what pushes people to take big risks, and why some people stay active and curious into very old age. Then we'll hear about other older adventurers who prove that courage has no expiry date.

    Listening to real stories like this is a natural way to improve your English. You'll pick up everyday phrases and feel more confident following a genuine British news story. Press play and let's start.

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  • Learn English Through Listening

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

    03/08/2026 | 14 min
    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 you listen.

    ✔️ Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/learn-english-language-advanced-news-lesson/

    Take your British English to the next level. You have two ways to learn: subscribe for 8 monthly ad-free episodes, or try our specialized courses. We have everything you need to become fluent.
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    In today's podcast, we'll explore what happens when clever people use their skills for good. We'll hear about a teenager who found a better path, a hospital team that restored sight to 3,000 people, and the excitement of a solar eclipse. Along the way, we'll pick up useful words like 'hacker', 'rehabilitation', 'neurodiverse', 'backlog', 'cataract', and 'eclipse'.

    These are stories worth hearing. By the end, you'll have heard natural English in real situations. That is how your brain learns best, through listening and context. No long lists, no memorising. Press play and let's start.

    #LearnEnglish #PositiveNews #AdeptEnglish #EnglishVocabulary #BritishEnglish #ESL #EnglishListening #GoodNews
  • Learn English Through Listening

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

    27/07/2026 | 13 min
    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 not just a word but a new way of thinking about power. Sounds like a simple concept, but is it really that straightforward? Let's look closer.

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    In today's podcast, we'll explore an interesting shift in British politics. As we seem to get a new prime minister every 6 months at the moment. The latest leader of the UK, that nobody voted into power, has started as all politicians do. With grand plans to fix things, all he needs it lots of money (tax payers money!)

    By listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ to this podcast, you'll improve your understanding of political English and feel more confident in conversations about current events. Press play and let's start.

    #BritishPolitics #LearnEnglish #ESL #Vocabulary #Manchesterism #PoliticalVocabulary #AdeptEnglish
  • Learn English Through Listening

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

    20/07/2026 | 11 min
    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 FIFA are still all about the money, but what does the 2026 World Cup tell us about America?

    ✔️ Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-listening-practice-america-world-cup-2026/

    Take your British English to the next level. You have two ways to learn: subscribe for 8 monthly ad-free episodes, or try our specialized courses. We have everything you need to become fluent.
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    We'll explore the vocabulary people use to complain and describe cultural differences. We'll look at two sides of the story: the over-commercialisation and politics, and also the genuine warmth from ordinary Americans.

    Listening to real conversations like this helps you understand natural English and gives you useful words for your own opinions. Press play and let's start.

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

    13/07/2026 | 14 min
    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 your responsibilities. Sounds nice, but do we actually still do it? Today we're exploring why adult play disappears and how to bring it back.

    - Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-speaking-practice-benefits-of-adults-play/

    In today's podcast, we'll explore eight different types of play for adults. Along the way, you'll learn useful vocabulary like 'smouldering', 'resilience', and 'kinaesthete'. Listening to this episode will help you improve your English https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/ and also think about your own life in a fresh way. Press play and let's start.

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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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