Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast
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| Working Life: Better in the ’80s and ’90s than today? | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 30 Mar 2025 | 00:10:07 | |
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 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| 7 Stereotypes About British People - How True Are They? | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 24 Mar 2025 | 00:09:17 | |
🇬🇧 7 British Stereotypes: True or False? 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| My Journey from the UK to Spain (So Long, London) | English Listening for Intermediate Learners | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:10:36 | |
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
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| How to get motivated enough to learn English! | Practise intermediate level vocab with listening skills | 10 Mar 2025 | 00:09:08 | |
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: 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
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| The Truth About Failure: Why We Struggle & How to Overcome It | Intermediate Level English Podcast | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:14:47 | |
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: 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
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| What is Love? | Learn English Vocabulary & Listening Skills | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:13:07 | |
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:
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| Welcome to English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast (Trailer) | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:00:55 | |
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
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| "I’ll Do It Later": Procrastination and Lying to Yourself? | English for Intermediate Learners | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:10:22 | |
Do you ever find yourself doing literally anything to avoid starting something important? Cleaning the flat? Making a playlist? Suddenly very thirsty? 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
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| Do You Know When to Stop? | English for Intermediate Learners | 27 May 2025 | 00:09:13 | |
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
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| Why Does Our Memory Trick Us? | Learn Intermediate English with Real Stories | 12 May 2025 | 00:10:46 | |
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
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| The Most Beautiful Song in the English Language? | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 05 May 2025 | 00:09:42 | |
In this reflective episode of English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast, I'm exploring the deeper, emotional side of language learning through the iconic song Waterloo Sunset by The Kinks. Rather than focusing on grammar or vocabulary, this episode invites listeners to think about how songs, places, and personal memories shape the way we connect with a language. Why do certain songs stay with us? What emotions do they capture that textbooks never teach? From nostalgia and saudade to quiet moments of introspection, Oliver discusses how Waterloo Sunset expresses feelings we often struggle to articulate - even in our native tongue. Perfect for intermediate learners who want to enrich their English not just with words, but with meaning. 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| What Happens When an Entire Country Loses Power? | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:08:36 | |
What would you do if the lights went out — not just in your street, but across two countries? In this special episode of English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast, I share my experience of the huge blackout that hit Spain and Portugal, shutting down electricity, internet, and mobile service for hours. 🚫 No work. In this real-life story, you’ll hear about: Follow the podcast to keep improving your English - and preparing for the unexpected! 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| The Advantages of Learning English after 40 | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:08:17 | |
Is it too late to learn English after 40? Not at all. In fact - it might be the perfect time. In this motivational episode of English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast, I break down the myths about age and language learning. You’ll learn why your brain is still flexible, how to use adult learning strategies, and why confidence, consistency, and emotional connection make all the difference. What we cover: Join thousands of English learners who are proving every day that age is not a limit - it’s a strength. 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| Why You’re Anxious (Even If Life Is Fine) | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:12:56 | |
💡 Featuring new comprehension questions at the end! In this episode of English and Beyond, I explore anxiety in all its forms: from prehistoric survival instincts to modern mental health challenges. Learn the difference between healthy and pathological anxiety, discover 10 common thinking errors that increase stress, and hear my personal story of managing anxiety. This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners who want to expand their vocabulary, practise listening skills, and reflect on a topic that affects millions of people around the world. 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| Should we get Botox? | Intermediate English Listening Practice | 06 Apr 2025 | 00:13:57 | |
💉 Should we get Botox? In this episode of English and Beyond: Intermediate English Podcast, I'm going to be talking about the pressure to look young in modern society - from cosmetic treatments like Botox and fillers to our complicated relationships with beauty, ageing, and self-worth. What starts as a personal story - a cancelled holiday, a walk on the beach, and a visit to the dentist - becomes a wider reflection on beauty standards, body image, and why so many people (and even camels!) are turning to cosmetic treatments. Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, this episode is for you if you've ever looked in the mirror and wondered: Should I be doing something about this?! This episode is perfect for learners who want to improve their English listening skills while thinking about real, relatable topics like ageing, insecurity, and the beauty industry. In this episode: 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| Assassination! (Why Powerful People Get Killed) | Intermediate English Podcast | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:10:17 | |
Assassination: When a Single Bullet Changes History What do Julius Caesar, Abraham Lincoln, and JFK have in common? Their deaths weren’t random - they were assassinations. In this episode of English and Beyond, we explore how assassination has shaped history, from Ancient Rome to the modern day. We’ll look at iconic cases like:
And we reflect on a shocking case from 2024: the killing of a powerful healthcare CEO - and what it says about power today. Whether you're interested in history, politics or just curious about how one act can change the world, this episode offers deeper insight - and intermediate-level English listening practice. 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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| Sounding Native is Overrated | Intermediate English Podcast | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:10:26 | |
Have you ever felt frustrated that, no matter how long you’ve been learning English, you still don’t sound like the Queen? Or Hugh Grant? Or anyone remotely British? In this episode, I share my personal journey with pronunciation - from crying in a French oral exam as a teenager, to getting over perfectionism through Mandarin, German, and now Spanish. We talk about why trying to sound native can sometimes hold us back, and why the real goal should be clear, confident communication in your own voice. I also share some practical strategies to improve your pronunciation without losing your mind - or your identity. Because, spoiler: your accent is not a flaw! It’s part of your story. :) 📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com
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