English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

What was working life really like in the 1980s and 1990s - and how does it compare to today?

In this episode of English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast, I explore how office culture, job stability, technology, and workplace expectations have changed over the years.

Drawing from personal experience as a London lawyer in the 2010s, I reflect on everything from dress codes and fax machines to Slack threads and side hustles. If you’ve ever worked a 9-to-5 - or dreamed of escaping one - this episode is for you.

🖥️ Remote work
👔 Suits vs. sweatpants
📠 Fax machines and BlackBerrys
💼 Gold watches vs. gig economy
✍️ Plus: vocabulary for talking about jobs and work culture!

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

🇬🇧 7 British Stereotypes: True or False?

Intermediate English Listening Practice | Learn Real British Culture

Are the British really obsessed with tea? Do we all have bad teeth? And why do we always talk about the weather?

In this episode of English and Beyond: The Intermediate Edition, I explore seven of the most common stereotypes about British people. You’ll hear about:

✔️ Tea, teeth and trains
✔️ The truth about politeness and small talk
✔️ Whether we really do love queuing
✔️ Why so many Brits struggle with foreign languages
✔️ What pub culture means in modern Britain
✔️ And more!

This podcast is designed to help intermediate English learners improve their listening skills through fun, engaging topics about British life and culture. You’ll learn real expressions and vocabulary, plus cultural facts that go beyond the textbook.

✨ What makes this episode great for learners?

Slow and clear speech
Natural vocabulary and expressions
A personal, entertaining style - I hope!

TRANSCRIPT & VOCAB FLASHCARDS: Download them at www.morethanalanguage.com

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📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

In this episode of English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast (regardless of what I said in the episode, getting the name of my own podcast wrong!), I reflect on my time living in London and my recent move to Valencia, Spain. What is it like to say goodbye to a city after so many years? How does it feel to start a new chapter in a different country? Listen as I share my personal journey, from growing up near London to moving abroad and eventually returning - only to leave again.

This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners who want to improve their listening skills with natural, engaging storytelling. You’ll also hear useful vocabulary related to moving, travel, and life changes. As always, you can read the full transcript and use our vocabulary flashcards to reinforce your learning.

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

Struggling to stay motivated in your English learning journey? In this episode of English and Beyond, I share seven key strategies to help you maintain motivation and make consistent progress.

You'll learn how to:
✅ Set clear and achievable goals
✅ Break your learning into manageable steps
✅ Create a study plan that works for you
✅ Take action and stay consistent
✅ Embrace mistakes as part of the process
✅ Avoid unhelpful comparisons
✅ Enjoy the journey of learning a new language

This episode is packed with practical tips and mindset shifts to keep you engaged and progressing in English. Listen now and start applying these strategies to boost your motivation!

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

Why do we fear failure? In this episode of English and Beyond, we dive into the psychology of failure, success, and resilience. Inspired by César's favourite episode of the How to Fail podcast, we explore why failure is often misunderstood, how different cultures have viewed success throughout history, and what we can learn from our setbacks.

We discuss:
✔️ The ancient Greek perspective on failure and destiny
✔️ Why modern society places too much responsibility on individual success
✔️ The link between failure, mental health, and self-esteem
✔️ How to redefine ambition and find success in unexpected places

Join me, Oliver, as I break down these fascinating insights in clear, natural English - perfect for intermediate learners looking to improve their listening skills.

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

In this Intermediate English Podcast, I attempt to unpack the fascinating topic of love, guiding you through key vocabulary and concepts to improve your listening and comprehension skills.

Discover how different cultures and historical periods have shaped our understanding of love, from ancient myths to modern relationships.

👉 Episode highlights:

• Intermediate-level vocabulary about love and emotions
• Cultural insights and historical examples
• Tips for understanding spoken English clearly

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

Welcome to English and Beyond, the perfect podcast for intermediate English learners who want to improve their listening skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain confidence in real-world conversations.

Each week, we explore engaging topics beyond basic language learning, helping you understand natural English through storytelling, discussions, and practical insights.

Hosted by Oliver and produced by César (from Spanish Language Coach), this podcast provides comprehensible yet challenging content to help you level up your English.

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

Do you ever find yourself doing literally anything to avoid starting something important? Cleaning the flat? Making a playlist? Suddenly very thirsty?
Yep - you're probably procrastinating.

In this episode of English and Beyond, I explore why we put things off (even things we enjoy), how we lie to ourselves about it, and what actually helps us get started. Spoiler: I procrastinated while making this episode too, hence its late arrival.

💬 Stay until the end to learn some natural English phrases to describe procrastination.

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

Do you ever go too far with the things you love? In this episode of English and Beyond, Oliver reflects on how easy it is to overdo the things that bring us joy - from binge-watching a show to eating too quickly, to becoming obsessed with learning or exercise.

You’ll learn natural English expressions like to overdo it, burn out, binge, in moderation, and too much of a good thing - all through a personal, honest story.

This episode is perfect for intermediate learners who want to improve their English while thinking about motivation, habits, and the fine line between enjoyment and obsession.

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

Why do we forget so much of our early life? Why do some memories stay clear and others vanish completely? In this episode of English and Beyond, I share real stories and reflections about memory, childhood amnesia, and how emotion shapes what we remember - or forget.

You’ll learn natural, intermediate English through a personal and relatable story, packed with vivid vocabulary, expressions and questions that will make you reflect on your own earliest memories.

This episode explores topics like brain development, emotional memory, and how our minds rewrite the past without us even realising.

📖 Want to improve your English even more?

Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com

• Follow us on Instagram → @BritishEnglishandBeyond
• Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast
• Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected]

🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way.

And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!