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---I'm stepping back from this podcast due to other commitments. Thank you to everyone who listened. The archive will remain available for now.--- English Listening, Vocabulary and Pronunciation: do you want to improve ALL THREE with just ONE podcast? Hi, I’m Karen! Join me to learn English through real news stories from around the world. Curious about how native speakers pronounce tricky words? Want to build your vocabulary with useful phrases? I’ll help with clear explanations and natural British pronunciation.

  1. 3 SEPT

    12. The Bayeux Tapestry Returns to England | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    The most famous date in British history is 1066, the Battle of Hastings. Now, the Bayeux Tapestry, which shows this battle, is returning to England for the first time. Learn some super-useful vocabulary with this story! VOCABULARY 1. on loan to (prep phr) 2. on display at (prep phr) 3. override (v) 4. turning point (n phr) 5. lead up to (n phr) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website: https://better-english-now.com/episodes NEWS ARTICLE on this story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cev23vrzx0ro

    11 min

  2. 27 AUG

    11. Is the British Flag Racist? | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    Thousands of British and English flags have suddenly appeared all around the UK. Why? And why are some people offended? Find out in this episode, and also learn some useful advanced vocabulary. VOCABULARY 1. gather pace (v phr) 2. Union Flag/Jack, St George’s Flag (n phr) 3. fly the flag (v phr) 4. tensions are running high (v phr) 5. cash-strapped (adj) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website: https://better-english-now.com/episodes NEWS ARTICLE on this story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c626vxyxgj6o

    15 min

  3. 20 AUG

    10. What Is King Charles Really Like? | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    Learn all about King Charles. Discover what he’s really like in private and pick up useful vocabulary as you listen. VOCABULARY 1. put up with (phr v) 2. not suffer fools gladly (idiom) 3. raise your voice (phr) 4. have a short temper (phr) 5. out of touch (phr) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website https://better-english-now.com/episodes/ NEWS ARTICLE on this story https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2025/08/18/royal-butler-grant-harrold-charles-william-harry/

    16 min

  4. 13 AUG

    9. Trump Wants Sugar in Coca-Cola | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    Trump says Coca-Cola will replace corn syrup with sugar. We look at what that means for health and farming... plus some useful everyday language. VOCABULARY 1. fizzy (adj) 2. tweak (n) 3. beverage (n) 4. kick the habit (v phr) 5. leave a bitter aftertaste (v phr) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website https://better-english-now.com/episodes/ NEWS ARTICLE on this story https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czxe59zl8qzo

    15 min

  5. 6 AUG

    8. Can Losing 2 National Holidays Save France? | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    Two holidays are in danger in France! Why are they planning to cut them, and why is there strong opposition? Pick up useful holiday vocabulary in clear, natural English. VOCABULARY 1. bank holiday (n phr) 2. axe (v) 3. put the cat among the pigeons (idiom) 4. day off (n phr) 5. work–life balance (n phr) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website https://better-english-now.com/episodes/ NEWS ARTICLE on this story https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crrq8epk7vjo

    17 min

  6. 30 JUL

    7. Right-Wing Parties in Europe | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    Today we’re talking politics! Across Europe, voters are turning away from the political centre... and the populist right is rising fast. Let’s look at what’s behind this shift and explore some vital political vocabulary on the way. VOCABULARY 1. populist surge (n phr) 2. grassroots support (n phr) 3. protest vote (n phr) 4. mainstream parties (n phr) 5. centre-right/left, far-right/left (adj) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website https://better-english-now.com/episodes/ NEWS ARTICLE on this story https://www.dw.com/en/far-right-populists-eu-germany-afd/a-72888389

    16 min

  7. 23 JUL

    6. The UK’s Third Heatwave | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    Learn hot-weather vocabulary through real news. This episode covers heatwaves, soaring temperatures and climate change for B1 to C1 English learners. VOCABULARY 1. hit highs of (v phr) 2. close (adj) 3. suffer from/get heatstroke (v phr) 4. sweltering (adj) 5. balmy (adj) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website https://better-english-now.com/episodes/ NEWS ARTICLE on this story https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crmv8x74ky9o

    18 min

  8. 16 JUL

    5. Australia's Mushroom Murderer | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

    One of Australia’s most famous murder cases began with a quiet family lunch... and ended with three tragic deaths. In today’s episode, we explore the case of Erin Patterson, the woman who served her guests a fatal mushroom meal. Why did this lunch turn deadly? What evidence helped the jury decide? Let’s find out together. VOCABULARY 1. in-laws (n) 2. pull out (phr v) 3. tamper with evidence (v phr) 4. forage (v) 5. tight-knit (adj) SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week! FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website https://better-english-now.com/episodes/ NEWS ARTICLE on this story https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdezzxnn7kjo

    13 min
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---I'm stepping back from this podcast due to other commitments. Thank you to everyone who listened. The archive will remain available for now.--- English Listening, Vocabulary and Pronunciation: do you want to improve ALL THREE with just ONE podcast? Hi, I’m Karen! Join me to learn English through real news stories from around the world. Curious about how native speakers pronounce tricky words? Want to build your vocabulary with useful phrases? I’ll help with clear explanations and natural British pronunciation.

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