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Learn English Through Listening

Hilary Platt
  • 4.5 (194)
  • Language Learning
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Discover Adept English, the modern way to learn to speak English. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently. The Adept English language teaching approach is to learn through listening. We publish two new English audio lessons, with full transcripts, weekly. Every one of our English lessons will help you learn to speak English in ways that are interesting and lead to success. We have lots of podcasts, at all difficulty levels, on many topics, suitable for all listeners, ready for you to listen too right now.

  1. Why some high achievers burn out and some don't [Advanced English Listening] Sub 190

    1d ago • Subscribers Only

    Why some high achievers burn out and some don't [Advanced English Listening] Sub 190

    So you're scrolling through social media, maybe to practice your English listening with real content, and you come across that feeling of complete exhaustion, way too much to do, not enough energy. Looks like burnout, but is it really? Today we're exploring emotional regulation. Join our subscribers! Subscribing is simple and works on your mobile phone. Just visit our FAQ page or click the links below to start listening to 8 new, ad-free episodes every month. Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/learn-english-through-listening/id1134891957 FAQ and Help: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ We'll look at what it really means to 'regulate' your emotions and what happens when we 'suppress' them instead. We'll talk about the difference between burnout and thriving, and learn simple habits that can help protect our energy. This episode gives you useful vocabulary for talking about mental health and feelings in English. Press play and let's start. #EmotionalRegulation #Burnout #EnglishVocabulary #LearnEnglish #MentalHealth #AdeptEnglish #EnglishListening

    16 min
  2. In search of healthy barcodes, time to level up your shopping skills [English Vocabulary] Sub 189

    3d ago • Subscribers Only

    In search of healthy barcodes, time to level up your shopping skills [English Vocabulary] Sub 189

    Have you ever wondered what's really in your shampoo or soap? Today we talk about an app that can help you find out, and it's a perfect way to practice your English listening while learning about shopping in English. We ask, is the app helpful and is it reliable? Let's find out. Join our subscribers! Subscribing is simple and works on your mobile phone. Just visit our FAQ page or click the link below to start listening to 8 new, ad-free episodes every month. FAQ and Help: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ We'll learn useful vocabulary for cosmetics, toiletries, and food ingredients. We'll look at how the app scores things like additives and carcinogens, and whether it's always right. We'll also ask an important question: is the app useful, or are there bigger things to worry about? Press play and let's start. NOTE: Just to be clear, I use this app myself, at least once a week, I'm not being sponsored or paid to talk about it. I've told friends who's children have allergies, and friends who have to avoid salt in their food. I thought, maybe you, my listeners might want to know about this as well. #LearnEnglish #BritishEnglish #YukaApp #FoodVocabulary #CosmeticsVocabulary #EnglishListening #AdeptEnglish

    14 min
  3. This one thing about Lisbon STUNNED me instantly [English Practice] Ep 866

    4d ago

    This one thing about Lisbon STUNNED me instantly [English Practice] Ep 866

    Practice your **English listening** with this, have you ever seen a city like Lisbon? Think hand-painted tiles on every building and viewpoints that take your breath away. Looks perfect, right? But is it? In this English listening session we're digging into what makes Lisbon so special. You'll learn useful travel vocabulary. We'll talk about local food, from custard tarts to salted cod, and share a helpful tip for getting around the city. **Take your British English to the next level.** You have two ways to learn: subscribe for **8 monthly ad-free episodes**, or try our specialised courses. We have everything you need to become fluent. - Subscription Info https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ - Browse Our Courses https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/ This listening practice https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ will help you build your travel English while exploring a wonderful European capital. Press play and let's start. ✔️ Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-listening-practice-vocabulary-lisbon-travel-tips/ Follow and subscribe to our FREE English language podcast, wherever you listen or watch your podcasts. #LearnEnglish #BritishEnglish #ListeningPractice #TravelVocabulary #Lisbon #Portugal #AdeptEnglish

    14 min
  4. A hidden reason retirees are happier than you think (It’s not the money) [B2 English] Sub 188

    Jun 11 • Subscribers Only

    A hidden reason retirees are happier than you think (It’s not the money) [B2 English] Sub 188

    Have you ever thought about what happens to your brain and your identity when you suddenly stop working after decades? In today's podcast, we'll explore cliff edge retirement and a gentler alternative called half retirement. Take your British English to the next level. You have two ways to learn: subscribe for 8 monthly ad-free episodes, or try our specialized courses. We have everything you need to become fluent. Subscription info: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ Our Courses: https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/adept-english-courses/ You'll hear vocabulary like "retirement", "cognitive function" – your ability to think – and "pension", the money you receive after work. We'll look at how work gives us a sense of identity and why many people now choose a phased change instead of a sudden stop. This episode will help you understand important life vocabulary while thinking about your own future. Press play and let's start. #LearnEnglish #RetirementVocabulary #HalfRetirement #BritishEnglish #AdeptEnglish #ListeningPractice #LifeTransitions

    16 min
  5. The myth of "playing it cool" in modern dating [English Listening] Sub 187

    Jun 9 • Subscribers Only

    The myth of "playing it cool" in modern dating [English Listening] Sub 187

    Here's a natural way to practice English listening, have you ever been puzzled by dating language where someone acts distant but you want them to care? Is that just playing hard to get? In this podcast we explore a new English word that describes the reverse. Subscribers get engaging English practice while listening to interesting stories from around the world. Join them today: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ We look at words like vague, inconsistent, and maturity, and introduce Chalant, the trend for being fully present. We'll see how language evolves to describe new social rules, and why respectful dating might be making a comeback. Understanding these words helps you speak naturally about modern life. Press play and let's start. #LearnEnglish #BritishEnglish #DatingVocabulary #Chalant #AdeptEnglish #RelationshipEnglish #EnglishPodcast

    16 min
  6. Why therapists HATE the perfect boyfriend trend [English shadowing] Ep 865

    Jun 8

    Why therapists HATE the perfect boyfriend trend [English shadowing] Ep 865

    Today's English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ is all about "High-effort boyfriends". You might have come across some of these "cringe" videos scrolling through your social media. A woman listing all the amazing things her boyfriend does for her? Trips, gifts, paying for everything. It looks perfect, but is it? is it really? In today’s learn English podcast**, we’ll explore the "high-effort boyfriend" trend. We’ll learn useful words like "performative", meaning something that looks good but isn’t real, and "autonomy", having your own power to make decisions. We’ll also talk about what it means to "infantilise" someone, treating an adult like they can’t do things for themselves. ✔️ Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-phrases-dating-trends-vocabulary/ These words are great for describing relationships, but they also help you talk about life in general. We’ll look at why this trend is so popular and why some people think it might be unhealthy. Press play and let’s start. Follow and subscribe to our FREE English language podcast, wherever you listen or watch your podcasts. Subscribing is simple and works on your mobile phone. Just visit our FAQ page or click the links below to start listening to 8 new, ad-free episodes every month. FAQ and Help: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/learn-english-through-listening/id1134891957 #LearnEnglish #BritishEnglish #DatingVocabulary #RelationshipTalk #SocialMediaTrends #AdeptEnglish #ESLPodcast

    13 min
  7. The real reason Dutch people don't close their curtains Sub [English Listening] 186

    Jun 4 • Subscribers Only

    The real reason Dutch people don't close their curtains Sub [English Listening] 186

    Have you ever noticed how a simple habit—like leaving your curtains open—could change the way you sleep? In today's podcast, we'll explore a fascinating Dutch tradition called "the Dutch method." Subscribers get engaging English practice while listening to interesting stories from around the world. Join them today: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ We'll learn about transparency, which means being completely open and visible. We'll also discover how morning light affects our circadian rhythms—that's our internal 24-hour clock. And we'll find out about sleep inertia, that groggy feeling when we wake up suddenly. We'll explore the surprising connection between cultural habits and better sleep. Press play and let's start. #SleepHabits #DutchCulture #CircadianRhythms #LearnEnglish #AdeptEnglish #MorningLight #BetterSleep

    15 min
  8. If you struggle to spend money your anxiety is trying to tell you something [English Listening] Sub 185

    Jun 2 • Subscribers Only

    If you struggle to spend money your anxiety is trying to tell you something [English Listening] Sub 185

    Have you ever felt anxious about spending money, even when you know you have enough? In today's podcast, we'll explore a fascinating psychological condition called "financial anorexia". This and many more great subscription episodes are waiting for you! Just visit our FAQ page or click the links below to start listening to 8 new, ad-free episodes every month. Subscribe here: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ It describes people who have money but cannot bear to spend it. We'll look at the "scarcity mindset" that causes this behaviour and why it can become maladaptive. We'll discover how family history and the need for control can create this pattern. As we explore this topic together, you'll learn rich English vocabulary naturally. Press play and let's start. #FinancialAnorexia #Chrometophobia #ScarcityMindset #LearnEnglish #BritishEnglish #ESLPodcast #PsychologyVocabulary

    12 min
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Discover Adept English, the modern way to learn to speak English. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently. The Adept English language teaching approach is to learn through listening. We publish two new English audio lessons, with full transcripts, weekly. Every one of our English lessons will help you learn to speak English in ways that are interesting and lead to success. We have lots of podcasts, at all difficulty levels, on many topics, suitable for all listeners, ready for you to listen too right now.

Information

  • Creator
    Hilary Platt
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    276
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hilary Platt
  • Show Website
    Learn English Through Listening
  • Provider
    Adept Languages Ltd

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