Learn English Through Listening

Hilary Platt
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Learn English Through Listening
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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. How to Make Your English Brighter & Sharper Sub 34

    1 DAY AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    How to Make Your English Brighter & Sharper Sub 34

    In today’s English lesson, we’re taking a look at comparative adjectives. Get better at spotting and using correct grammar naturally. Words like "bigger," "faster," and "happier." This episode is for our valued subscribers—thank you for your support! 🎉 Not subscribed yet? Here’s what you’re missing: * 8 fresh premium podcasts every month 🆕 * Lessons that help you speak English fluently 🎓 * All for less than the price of a coffee ☕ Getting started is simple: 1️⃣ Explore how it works: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ 3️⃣ Using Apple Podcasts? https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/learn-english-through-listening/id1134891957 2️⃣ Subscribe on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe These little changes in your English can make a huge difference in how clearly and confidently you express yourself in English conversation. You’ll learn when to add "-er," when to use "more," and which adjectives never change, like "pregnant" or "dead." Don’t miss out—start improving your English today with our premium podcasts. Follow and subscribe now: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/

    15 min
  2. 5 Easy Ways to Build Your English and Care for Yourself Sub 33

    3 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    5 Easy Ways to Build Your English and Care for Yourself Sub 33

    Discover how phrases like "Take care" and "Look after yourself" are used casually in British English. Listen in and sound more natural feel more at ease in real-life conversations. This is a subscription only episode. If you are already a subscriber, then thank you and enjoy the lesson. Subscribers enjoy: - 8 brand-new premium podcast episodes every month - Lessons designed to help you improve your English fluency - All this for less than the cost of one nice coffee a month Getting started is easy! Here's how: 1. Learn more about our premium subscription service and how it works: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ 2. Subscribe on Spotify - Sign up here: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe⁠ 3. Prefer Apple Podcasts? Subscribe directly from the Apple Podcasts app! ⁠https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/learn-english-through-listening/id1134891957⁠ And as a little bonus, I'll explain what "hangry" means, so you'll be able to try some new and interesting expressions that make your spoken English more relatable and conversational. Don't wait! Start listening to our premium Listen & Learn English podcasts today and take your English to the next level. Follow us & subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/⁠ Ready to join? Let’s get started!

    13 min
  3. Learn English with Light British News Stories Ep 789

    5 DAYS AGO

    Learn English with Light British News Stories Ep 789

    In today's English listening practice we improve your fluency https://adeptenglish.com/english/fluency/ with some intriguing news stories from Britain's mainstream media. We ask why has King Charles cut off Prince Andrew? Why does the NHS struggle with nutrition advice? And what does a knitted Christmas tree have to do with mental health? And lots more. So why not click play and improve your English the easy way? Did you know that most English conversations use just 500 common English words? If you focus on these words you will see a huge improvement in your English fluency! check out our Most Common 500 English Words Course: https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/500-most-common-words-course/ If you would like to access our premium Listen & Learn English podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & many other podcast services, we explain everything you need to know here: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ "We need healthcare based on objective evidence, free from the undue influence of financial interests." Dr. Aseem Malhotra Getting started is easy! Here's how: 1. Learn more about our premium subscription service and how it works: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ 2. Subscribe on Spotify - Sign up here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe 3. Prefer Apple https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/learn-english-through-listening/id1134891957 Podcasts? Subscribe directly from the Apple Podcasts app! Follow and subscribe to our English language podcast, wherever you listen or watch your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/

    16 min
  4. Learn English Through a Trip to Rome Sub 32

    DEC 13 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Learn English Through a Trip to Rome Sub 32

    Learn essential English travel phrases while exploring Rome! From booking tickets to visiting landmarks like the Vatican and Colosseum. An English lesson to help you build some practical travel English. This episode is just for subscribers—thank you for supporting us! Not a subscriber yet? You’re missing out on: - 8 brand-new premium podcast episodes every month - Lessons carefully designed to help you improve your English fluency - All this for less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month Getting started is simple! Here’s how: 1. Learn more about our premium subscription and how it works: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ 2. Subscribe on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe 3. Prefer Apple Podcasts? Subscribe directly from the Apple Podcasts app! Plus, discover a simple tip to make your English unforgettable on any trip. Perfect for learners looking to improve fluency while enjoying a virtual tour of the Eternal City! Follow and subscribe to the Adept English Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/

    13 min
  5. English Listening Practice with Conservation Vocabulary Sub 31

    DEC 11 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    English Listening Practice with Conservation Vocabulary Sub 31

    Did you know one in six UK animals is at risk of extinction? In this English lesson, you'll learn key conservation vocabulary and improve your listening skills. Explore real-world topics like hedgehogs, foxes, and wildlife conservation efforts in the UK. This episode is exclusively for subscribers—thank you for your support! Not a subscriber yet? You're missing out on: - 8 brand-new premium podcast episodes every month - Lessons designed to help you improve your English fluency - All this for less than the cost of one nice coffee a month If your thinking about subscribing, we have lots of information on how to sign-up for premium subscription episodes here: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ Stay until the end & discover a surprising way you can help wildlife in your own country. Don’t miss this chance to practice your English comprehension with a meaningful topic! Follow and subscribe to our English language podcast, wherever you listen or watch your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/

    14 min
  6. Learn English While Discussing the UK Food Advertising Ban Ep 788

    DEC 9

    Learn English While Discussing the UK Food Advertising Ban Ep 788

    From October 2025, UK junk food ads—including roast potatoes and porridge—will be banned before 9pm to help tackle childhood obesity. Find out what’s changing and why it matters, while improving your English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ skills. If you like this podcast then you will love Course One Activate Your Listening, which includes 5 hours of 'Listen & Learn' material. It's like the podcasts but more in depth. Find out more here: https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/course-one-activate-your-listening/ Today's English lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ is great listening practice for English learners. You’ll learn everyday English vocabulary related to food, health, and British culture—plus, you’ll pick up handy words like *junk*, *nutrition*, and *prevention*. Listening to this lesson helps improve your understanding of conversational English while giving you insight into real-world issues in the UK. It’s a fun and practical way to build your language skills! "Your diet is a bank account. Good food choices are good investments." Bethenny Frankel Follow and subscribe to our English language podcast, wherever you listen or watch your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/

    12 min
  7. Why Do British People Talk About the Weather So Much? Sub 30

    DEC 6 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Why Do British People Talk About the Weather So Much? Sub 30

    On average, the British spend 45 hours a year discussing the weather! In this episode, we’ll explore why weather conversation is a British tradition, how it reflects our unpredictable climate, and the cultural role it plays in everyday UK life. You’ll also learn some useful weather-related vocabulary and some tips on how to sound more fluent. This exclusive episode is for our amazing subscribers—thank you for your support! Not a subscriber yet? Here's what you're missing out on: * 8 fresh, premium podcast episodes every month * Tailored lessons to boost your English fluency * All of this for less than the price of a cup of coffee each month! Getting started is simple. Here’s how: * Discover everything about our premium subscription: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ * Subscribe on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe * Prefer Apple Podcasts? Subscribe directly in the Apple Podcasts app! Ready to take the next step? Let’s get started subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/ References: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20151214-why-do-brits-talk-about-the-weather-so-much

    11 min
  8. Speak Better English & Sleep Better Too! Sub 29

    DEC 4 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Speak Better English & Sleep Better Too! Sub 29

    How well do you sleep at night? For some of us, falling asleep is as simple as closing our eyes, but for many others, it’s not so easy. Have you ever wondered why? Lots of practical advice based on my own personal experiences. This episode is just for our wonderful subscribers—a heartfelt thank you for your support! Not part of the subscriber family yet? Here’s what you’re missing: - 8 exclusive podcast episodes every month - Lessons crafted to help you improve your English fluency - All this for less than the price of a single coffee each month Getting started couldn’t be simpler: 1. Learn more about how our premium subscription works: https://adeptenglish.com/faq/subscription-faq/ 2. Subscribe on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/subscribe 3. Use Apple Podcasts? Subscribe directly in the app! Understanding sleep challenges is not just good for your health; it’s also great for your English practice. In this lesson, you’ll learn useful vocabulary about sleep, everyday phrases like “sleep like a log,” and even scientific terms like “neurotransmitters” and “histamine.” By listening closely, you’ll improve your comprehension skills and gain the confidence to discuss real-world issues, like sleep and health, in English. Why wait? Join us now: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adeptenglish/ and start learning! References: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-listening-practice-coffee-sensitivity/ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/insomnia/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insomnia https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20201028-the-benefits-of-coffee-is-coffee-good-for-health

    16 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.

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  • Creator
    Hilary Platt
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hilary Platt
  • Show Website
    Learn English Through Listening
  • Provider
    Adept Languages Ltd

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