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Slow English with James (Intermediate English Listening Practice)

James Bradley English

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Frequency: 1 episode/14d. Total Eps: 26

Improve your English listening every week. Slowly spoken native British English. Support the podcast and get transcripts & flashcards: https://www.patreon.com/jamesbradleyenglish

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - languageLearning
09/11/2025
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19/05/2025
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#56
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#53
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Snowboarding in Andorra

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 • Duration 08:40

Today’s episode is all about a winter adventure I went on last January in Andorra, a tiny country in the Pyrenees between Spain and France.
I talk about some surprises, like roaming costs, a kind stranger who helped us, and a ski-lift ride in the wind.
I also share my first try at snowboarding there.
Plenty of falls, bruises, and laughs.
If you have ever been on an adventure that didn’t quite go to plan but went well, you’ll love this one.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Travel, transportation, winter, skiing, mountain activities

✨ Get the Transcript and Flashcards for this Episode:
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Christmas and New Years in the UK

Friday, December 27, 2024 • Duration 08:46

In this episode, I talk about how we celebrate Christmas and New Year’s in the UK.
From the cosy magic of Christmas Eve and ripping open presents on Christmas morning to big turkey feasts and the chaos of “Mad Friday”.
I take you through the highlights of this festive season.And of course, we’ll end with the fireworks, resolutions, and midnight kisses of New Year’s Eve.
How do these traditions compare to how you celebrate in your country?

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Christmas and holiday traditions, home, family, and relaxing, socialising and entertainment

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Beginner’s English with James.

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Everyday English with James.

Chlidhood Memories

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 • Duration 06:44

In today’s episode, I’m taking a trip down memory lane to some of my favorite childhood moments.
From sipping Dandelion and Burdock after school to walking to school with friends in all kinds of weather, I share what made those days so special.
I also talk about watching Formula 1 with my dad and the simple joy of hot dogs and weekends in the park.
It’s a mix of nostalgia and a reminder of life’s simple pleasures.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Drinks and food, weather and nature, childhood memories and daily life
Grammar: Past habits with "used to" and "would"

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Beginner’s English with James.

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Everyday English with James.

Living and Lifestyles: Mansions, Van Life, Off-grid Living, Houses

Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Duration 08:52

In today’s episode, I’m talking about something I think about a lot - where we live.
There are so many different ways of living.
Some people dream of mansions with endless rooms, swimming pools, and gyms, while others might prefer something smaller, like a van or an off-grid cabin in the woods.
I explore these options, from the luxurious life of a mansion to the freedom of van life and the challenge of living off the grid.
I dive into what each of these lifestyles could be like - both the highs and the lows - and share why I’m drawn to the simplicity and freedom of van life and off-grid living.
If you’ve ever wondered about how different living spaces could affect your happiness or lifestyle, you’ll enjoy this one.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Housing, lifestyle, surroundings

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My Holiday in Rome

Sunday, November 24, 2024 • Duration 06:09

Today’s episode is all about my first trip to Rome in September.
I was only there for two days, but I packed in visits to the city’s iconic landmarks, like the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Colosseum.
The weather was perfect, and the city felt both familiar and new - lots of old Fiats and beautiful buildings.
But with all the crowds, it was tough to fully enjoy places like the Vatican.
Still, I found some quieter backstreets to relax in, sip coffee, and soak up the peaceful atmosphere.I also talk about the amazing food, the friendly Italians, and why I can’t wait to go back for a quieter experience next time.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Travel, tourism, city centres, sightseeing

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Beginner’s English with James.

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Everyday English with James.

What is Happiness?

Monday, February 10, 2025 • Duration 08:54

Today’s episode is all about happiness - what it truly means, where we find it, and whether it’s something we can ever fully achieve.
We’ll talk about money versus experiences, the balance between personal happiness and sharing happiness with others, and whether happiness should be a “final goal” or not.
I’ll also share my own thoughts on what brings me happiness, from purpose and self-care to enjoyable little moments - like a warm cup of tea or the smell of fresh bread.
If you’ve ever wondered what happiness really is, this episode is for you.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Concepts and Feelings, Money and Success, Social and Human Connection
Grammar: Passive Voice, Comparatives and Superlatives, Conditionals

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The advanced version on Everyday English with James.

How Much Life Changes in 5 Years

Saturday, March 1, 2025 • Duration 09:36

In today’s episode, we’re talking about how the past and present can connect in surprising ways.
I tell a story about meeting some students I taught five years ago and how it made me think about what has changed in my life - and what has stayed the same.
We talk about growing as a person, remembering old times, and imagining what it would be like to meet yourself from five years ago.
If you’ve ever thought about who you were in the past and how that connects to your life now, this episode is for you.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Phrasal verbs, Growing up, Physical changes
Grammar: Fronting (moving key info to the start), Narrative tenses: past perfect (describing what happened before another past event)

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The advanced version on Everyday English with James.

Fish and Chips

Sunday, March 23, 2025 • Duration 09:25

In today’s episode, we’re talking about a true British classic dish - fish and chips.
I’ll share my thoughts on why this humble dish holds such a special place in British culture, not as fancy food, but as comfort food.
We’ll talk about the best ways to eat it, and how I feel about it personally.
This episode is all about nostalgia, tradition, and the simple joys of food.
If you’ve ever wondered what makes fish and chips so special to us Brits, this episode is for you.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Food & Eating, Emotions & Memories, Expressions & Common Phrases
Grammar: Relative clauses – adding natural detail and explanation (e.g. "Fish and chips, which is a staple in the UK, is often eaten with salt and vinegar."), Past habits with 'would' and 'used to' (e.g. "We used to get fish and chips after football.")

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💡 Do you love my English lessons? Support my work 😊
Buy me a cup of tea ☕ https://ko-fi.com/jamesbradleyenglish
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The advanced version on Everyday English with James.

The Feeling of 'Bittersweet'

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 • Duration 13:17

In today’s episode, I talk about the feeling of “bittersweet” and what it means.
I share my personal story of moving to Spain and how it felt to leave my old life behind.
I talk about the deep friendships I made, the adventures I had, and the sadness that came when people started leaving.
In the end, I remind you to enjoy the present and keep in touch with the people you care about.
If you’ve ever thought about looking back on life’s sad times and happy times, this episode is for you.

🧠 You Will Learn:
Vocabulary: Emotions & feelings, Social relationships & change, Nostalgia & memoryColloquial everyday English
Grammar: Past Perfect for Narratives - describing events that happened before another past event (“I had already seen my friends leave when I made my decision to leave myself.”)

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Buy me a cup of tea ☕ https://ko-fi.com/jamesbradleyenglish
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It's OK to Have a Bad Day

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 • Duration 07:11

In this episode, we look at the weight of a bad day.
I talk about why we blame ourselves, how even the strongest people struggle, and the small, simple things that can help us through.
This is a gentle reflection on sadness, self-kindness, and the fresh chance that tomorrow always brings.

✨ Get this episode’s transcript: https://www.patreon.com/posts/its-ok-to-have-137403297

🧠 Today We Learn:
Vocabulary: Emotions & Mood, Problems & Difficult Situations, Expressing & Sharing Feelings, Energy & Effort
Grammar: Causative With 'Have' / 'Get' to show that someone makes another person do something or arranges for something to be done, Comparative Structures Beyond '-er/more', Wish / If only (Present Regrets) to talk about regrets or things we want to be different in the present.

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