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Cambridge English B2 Exam Training

Kristian

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Frequency: 1 episode/2d. Total Eps: 85

👋🏼 Hi, I’m Kristian — a Dutch, non-native English teacher and C2-certified speaker. I'm here to help you speak real, confident English. 🎧 Short episodes. Real topics. No grammar drills — just English you can actually use. 🗂️ Book your first 1-1 class risk-free → https://stan.store/classes

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Episode 86: Can you ban kids from social media? (How do people really talk about this?)

Sunday, December 7, 2025 • Duration 14:37

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In this episode, we ask: “Can you ban kids from social media?” Australia’s new under-16 ban has already begun — and teenagers are finding creative ways around it. We look at a BBC article reporting how the rollout is going so far (read it here) and explore six natural chunks that show how people really talk about technology and frustration:

stuck it in front of the camera, it let me through, zero faith, do anything other than, ample opportunity, and failed at every turn.

These are everyday phrases you can use to sound more natural and confident in your own English.

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Episode 85: Should you have to pay a tourist tax to visit popular places?

Sunday, November 30, 2025 • Duration 19:08

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In this episode, we discuss the question: “Should you have to pay a tourist tax to visit popular places?” You’ll hear real examples from the U.S. and London and learn six practical chunks that are perfect for discussions about money, fairness, and public policy: levy, subsidize, deter, modest, redress the balance, and vote with their feet. You’ll also get a short scenario-based task to help you practise using this language naturally in your own answers.

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Episode 84: Should children under 16 be banned from social media?

Sunday, November 23, 2025 • Duration 20:36

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In this episode, we discuss the B2 Speaking question: “Should children under 16 be banned from social media?” You’ll learn how Australia is becoming the first country to introduce this kind of ban — and the key arguments on both sides. We’ll go over essential vocabulary like grooming, harmful content, cyberbullying, get around the rules, invasive, and inaccurate, plus natural phrases to help you express your opinion clearly: in my view, one concern is that…, on the one hand / on the other hand, supporters argue that…, it might lead to…, and there’s a risk that…. You’ll also get a simple “two-side debate” speaking exercise you can do by yourself to practise discussion skills for the B2 exam.

P.S. Want 1-1 practice?
I offer private English conversation lessons — real topics, real feedback, real progress.
👉 45-minute sessions for €20, or €150 for 10 lessons (€15 each).
Your first lesson is risk-free — you only pay if you’re happy afterwards.
Learn more here.

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Get in touch: kristian@kristiandegroot.com

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Episode 83: Would you buy from a brand that treats its workers badly?

Sunday, November 16, 2025 • Duration 12:55

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In this episode, we explore the B2 Speaking question: “Would you buy from a brand that treats its workers badly?” We look at the recent controversy around Shein’s first physical store opening in Paris — and what it says about fast fashion, ethics, and everyday choices.

You’ll learn five natural chunks you can use to talk about this topic: convenient / affordable / accessible, treats its workers badly, when money’s tight, demanding better conditions, and being held accountable. You’ll also hear my honest take on where we can draw the line between affordability and responsibility.

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Get in touch: kristian@kristiandegroot.com

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Episode 82: Would you agree to be interviewed by an AI system?

Monday, November 10, 2025 • Duration 08:58

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In this episode, we discuss the B2 Speaking question: “Would you agree to be interviewed by an AI system?” You’ll hear about a real case where a British writer refused an AI interview — and learn three natural chunks you can use to share your own opinion: it didn’t sit well with me, I can see both sides, and strike the right balance. You’ll also hear my personal take on how AI might change job interviews — and where we still need a human touch.

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You can now also join the podcast on YouTube — share your thoughts, ask questions, and join the conversation in the comments.

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Episode 81: Do you think our phones make us more connected, or more lonely?

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 • Duration 07:29

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In this episode, we explore the B2 Speaking question: “Do smartphones make us more connected, or more lonely?” You’ll hear my honest answer — plus two natural chunks you can use to sound fluent when talking about technology or modern life: a double-edged sword and glued to [something]. You’ll learn how to use them naturally in real conversations and get examples you can reuse right away.

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You can now also join the podcast on YouTube — share your thoughts, ask questions, and join the conversation in the comments.

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Episode 80: Do you think people should love their jobs, or just see work as a way to earn money?

Thursday, October 30, 2025 • Duration 08:04

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In this episode, we discuss the question: “Do you think people should love their jobs, or just see work as a way to earn money?” You’ll hear my honest, scripted-natural answer — followed by a breakdown of three useful chunks: pay the bills, figure it out by doing, and get to have. You’ll also review a quick grammar point on using preposition + verb-ing naturally in your own answers.

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Episode 79: Do you believe motivation is something people are born with or can learn? (5 phrases to discuss motivation like a fluent speaker)

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 • Duration 11:01

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In this episode, we explore the B2 Speaking question: “Do you believe motivation is something people are born with or can learn?” You’ll learn five natural chunks to discuss motivation clearly and confidently: have a natural drive, develop self-discipline, stay motivated, rub off on others, and set achievable goals. These phrases will help you sound fluent and natural when talking about habits, goals, and personal growth.

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Episode 78: Do you think exams are the best way to test students' knowledge? (3 comparison phrases to give balanced answers)

Monday, October 27, 2025 • Duration 08:01

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In this episode, you’ll learn how to answer: “Do you think exams are the best way to test students’ knowledge?” You’ll hear a clear model answer and learn 3 natural comparison phrases that help you evaluate and explain ideas clearly — including rather than, better suited for, and depends on.

P.S. Want 1-1 practice?
I’m opening a few private lesson slots for podcast listeners who want direct speaking practice with me.
👉 45-minute sessions for €20, or €150 for 10 lessons (€15 each).
The first lesson is risk-free — you only pay if you’re happy afterwards.
Interested? Email me at kristian@kristiandegroot.com, or (if you’re on the newsletter) just reply to any message.

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Episode 77: Do you believe people will live longer in the future? (5 natural chunks to sound fluent and impress the listener)

Monday, October 20, 2025 • Duration 06:11

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In this episode, you’ll learn how to answer: “Do you believe people will live longer in the future?” You’ll discover 5 natural chunks that help you talk fluently and confidently about health, ageing, and the future — including medical advances, take better care of themselves, life expectancy, cope with, and depends on your lifestyle.

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