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Date created
2016/07/15
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2026/04/23
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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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Madness of pricing that shapes UK travel [English Fluency Podcast] Sub 174
2026/04/23
If you plan a trip across the UK in 2026, and check the train prices, you'll be saying "That's far too expensive!" So expensive you might even look at plane flights. Guess what you will find? It's cheaper to fly across the UK, even for short distances! Madness, isn't it?
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In today's podcast, we'll explore some crazy UK travel ticket prices. We'll uncover real examples of people flying all over Europe to save money. And we'll consider the environmental impact too.
Through these English language stories, we'll build vocabulary for travel chats and business talk naturally. Notice how useful? Press play and let's start.
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Your brain's addiction to breakup drama [Advanced English Listening B2+] Sub 173
2026/04/21
Have you ever broken up with someone, only to find yourself back together months later? It's more common than you think. So why does this happen?
In today's podcast, we'll explore circular relationships, those repeating cycles of breakups and "reconciliations". We'll look at new English words like "situationship", an undefined romantic setup, and "oxytocin", the brain chemical that bonds people together in relationships.
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We'll uncover why drama feels addictive and when these patterns might lead to real "stability". Through listening, you'll pick up natural vocabulary for dating and feelings. Press play & let's start.
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Quiet comeback: How analog hobbies are rewiring connection. [B2-C1 Vocabulary] Ep 858
2026/04/20
Have you ever felt a bit tired of staring at your phone screen and wanted to do something real with your hands? Many people are discovering the simple joy of making and creating things offline. In today's English podcast, we'll explore this cultural shift towards 'analogue' hobbies, like knitting or gardening.
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We'll look at why people are seeking these hands-on activities and the surprising benefits they bring to our busy lives. It's a fascinating trend that's all about balance and finding quiet satisfaction.
This is a wonderful way to practise your English listening on a relatable, modern topic. Press play and let's start.
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Why sleep loss doesn't have to wreck your focus [Advanced English Podcast] Sub 172
2026/04/16
Have you noticed all the young people at the gym? Lifting weights and staying fit is a real trend these days. In today's podcast, we'll explore creatine, a popular supplement that many people take for fitness, but it has some other interesting benefits!
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You'll hear how creatine helps with muscle strength and recovery, and even cognitive performance when sleep is short. We'll look at the science behind creatine, from gym benefits to brain support during stress. Well learn some interesting English words that connect to health topics we all care about.
Just listen, and you'll pick up useful vocabulary on fitness and wellbeing naturally. Press play and let's start.
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Why Perfection Kills Your Job Chances [Advanced English Podcast] Sub 171
2026/04/14
Have you ever spent days perfecting your CV, only to wait in silence for a reply? It's tough out there, isn't it?
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In today's podcast, we'll explore job hunting tips from recent UK job seeker data. We'll look at words like "role", R-O-L-E, that's the position you're applying for; "recruitment", R-E-C-R-U-I-T-M-E-N-T, the process companies use to hire; and "applicant", A-P-P-L-I-C-A-N-T, someone who applies for a job.
We'll uncover the simple three-day rule for applying quickly, and why smaller companies might offer less competition. Listening with us builds real vocabulary you can actually use when job hunting. Press play and let's start.
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8 Ways To Bring Kindness To An Unfriendly World [B2 English Listening Practice] Ep 857
2026/04/13
Have you ever noticed how a small act of kindness from a stranger can completely change your day? It's a powerful feeling that connects us all. In today's podcast, we'll explore eight practical ways to be a nicer person, using _real English_ you can learn from.
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We'll unpack three useful words for human relationships: "empathy", "disarming", and "levity". These are lovely C1-level words to add to your vocabulary.
We'll look at simple ideas, like using someone's name and finding shared experiences, to help you navigate everyday social situations more smoothly. This is **great listening practice** for talking about emotions and interactions in English.
Together, we'll build your understanding of abstract nouns and social language. If you enjoy this, our low-cost subscription has eight extra ad-free episodes each month to help you immerse yourself in English. Press play and let's start.
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The Myth of a Perfect Home For Rich People [English Listening Practice B2+] Sub 170
2026/04/09
Have you ever read a magazine article on home trends that made you laugh and got you a bit cross at the same time? You know, those over-the-top ideas that seem aimed at the super-rich.
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In today's podcast, we'll explore a piece from a design magazine about home wellness trends for 2026. We'll meet words like "wellness", which means all the little things we do for our physical and mental health, "aspirational", describing luxurious products we dream about, and "bespoke", for items made specially to order.
We'll uncover trends such as going analogue with vinyl records and books, plus ideas like bespoke home fragrances and juice bars. And we'll question if they help our health or just showcase wealth.
Listening with us builds your English naturally through real stories and vocabulary on trends and marketing. Press play and let's start.
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Why Nutrients Fix Brains Better Than Pills [Advanced English Podcast] Sub 169
2026/04/07
Have you ever wondered if the food you eat could act like medicine for your mind? What if simple nutrients could balance the brain chemicals that affect our mood and behaviour?
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In today's podcast, we'll explore how "neurotransmitters", those key brain chemicals like "serotonin", influence our personalities. We'll look at "pro-social" traits, where high serotonin makes us caring and connected to others, and how nutrients from food or supplements can help adjust low levels naturally.
We'll uncover differences between high and low serotonin people, and why nutrient therapy offers a gentle alternative to drugs. Gosh, it's fascinating, isn't it?
Through this, we'll pick up useful English for talking about mental health confidently. Press play and let's start.
#LearnEnglish, #MentalHealth, #BritishEnglish, #Neurotransmitters, #Serotonin, #AdeptEnglish, #ESLPodcast
STOP Doomscrolling There Is Good News [Learn English Through Stories] Ep 856
2026/04/06
Are you feeling weighed down by the constant stream of bad news? In today’s podcast, we’ll explore the opposite. We’ll share some truly uplifting news stories from around the world, and you’ll pick up excellent English vocabulary as you listen https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ and learn.
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We’ll discover some clever solutions to big problems, from recycling to using wasted energy, and a simple invention changing lives. It’s a wonderful way to practice listening to natural English.
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Getting Your Work/Life Balance Right [B2 English Listening Practice] Sub 168
2026/04/02
Have you ever asked someone at work, "How are you?" and heard, "Oh, super busy...", BUT is this a good or a bad thing?
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In today's English podcast, we'll explore why being busy is not a badge of honour. We'll hear about "badge", something you're proud to show off, "busyness", the state of being very occupied, and "scarcity", when something is rare and valuable. Words that will help with conversations about modern work culture.
We'll look at work-life balance and how different countries see busyness. Listening will help you learn to use words to discuss jobs and pressure confidently. Press play and let's start.
#LearnEnglish, #WorkplaceEnglish, #Busyness, #WorkLifeBalance, #BritishEnglish, #EnglishListening, #AdeptEnglish
Why Buzzwords Hide What Businesses Really Want [Advanced English Podcast] Sub 167
2026/03/31
Have you ever noticed how a perfectly good word can suddenly become very annoying? You know, those phrases that start off clever but end up everywhere, losing all meaning.
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In today's podcast, we'll explore corporate buzzwords, those trendy terms from big business that sound impressive at first. We'll look at "buzzword", B-U-Z-Z-W-O-R-D, a word or phrase that's overused until it's meaningless. And "corporate", C-O-R-P-O-R-A-T-E, which means everything about working in a large organisation. Plus, words like "synergy", S-Y-N-E-R-G-Y, that promise great results but often hide job cuts.
We'll uncover how they spread in meetings and why they annoy us. We'll chat about games like BS bingo to spot them.
Through real stories and examples, we'll build our understanding of business language naturally. Notice how we're picking up these words already? Press play and let's start.
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The Myth of Boring Language Learning [Advanced English] Ep 855
2026/03/30
Do you find your English learning materials/books to be ... kinda boring? Wouldn't it be better if you could work on improving your English skills with topics that are genuinely interesting?
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In today's podcast, I'll show you how you can level up your English in an easy and interesting way. I'll give you a little 'taster' of the kind of subjects we talk about at Adept English.
We'll explore how your attitude might affect your health and hear about the fears surrounding artificial intelligence and jobs. We'll do all this while giving you excellent, accessible English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ practice.
Listen to interesting ideas, learn English naturally & enjoy the journey of learning. Press play and let's start.
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#LearnEnglish #EnglishListening #BritishEnglish #EnglishPodcast #InterestingTopics #ESL #LanguageLearning #AdeptEnglish
The Psychology of Dreams: What Your Brain is Actually Doing [B2 English Listening] Sub 166
2026/03/27
Have you ever woken from a dream that mixed people from your past with places from long ago? Your mind creates these strange scenes while you sleep. Fascinating, isn't it?
In today's podcast, we'll explore what dreams are made of. We'll look at words like "unconscious", U-N-C-O-N-S-C-I-O-U-S, meaning not aware; "sensory", S-E-N-S-O-R-Y, relating to our senses like sight and sound; and "cognitive", C-O-G-N-I-T-I-V-E, involving our thoughts. Notice how these connect dreams to our senses, thinking, and feelings.
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We'll uncover how senses work in dreams and why we might have them. Plus, we'll share tips on understanding your own dreams. Listening with us builds your English naturally through interesting topics like this. Press play and let's start.
Why Skipping Floss is Hurting Your Digestion [English Listening Practice B2+] Sub 165
2026/03/25
Have you ever rolled your eyes when your dentist asks, "Do you floss every day?" Gosh, it's such a common question, isn't it?
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In today's podcast, we'll explore the surprising link between your mouth and your stomach. We'll look at words like "digestion", that's D-I-G-E-S-T-I-O-N, your body's process for food; "microbiome", the tiny bacteria communities inside us; and "floss", to clean between your teeth. Together, we'll uncover how they connect.
We'll examine the oral microbiome and its journey to the gut, plus how poor habits might spark inflammation.
Listening helps us build health vocabulary naturally while discovering body connections we can use every day. Press play and let's start.
#LearnEnglish, #BritishEnglish, #OralHealth, #GutHealth, #Digestion, #Microbiome, #DentalHygiene, #AdeptEnglish
The Fluency Myth: Why Big Words Are Failing You [B2 English Listening Practice] Ep 854
2026/03/23
Have you ever noticed how some people just sound more natural and fluent (https://adeptenglish.com/english/fluency/) when they speak English, even if they don't use very complex words? The secret is often in the simple, everyday phrases they choose.
In today's podcast, we'll explore fascinating new research that shows how using common expressions can make you sound much more like a native British (https://adeptenglish.com/) speaker. We'll discover practical phrases for saying sorry in different ways and learn how to politely clear up a misunderstanding. This is about using the language that native speakers really use every day.
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This is a wonderful way to build your confidence and make your English conversations smoother and more effective. Press play and let's start.
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Belal ELHakim 2023/01/06
High appreciation for your efforts
Hello Hillary,
I am Belal ELHakim, and I am one of your listeners. Actually, I am from Egypt and would to take the opportunity to thank you for all y...
REEMSUGA 2021/11/04
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Your podcast is extremely amazing and help me a lot in my English classes!! Thank you so much for all your podcasts I listen to you everyday
mascharinas 2021/07/08
proficient english
This channel is outstanding for the english learner.
Rozh80 2021/06/08
Great
I highly recommend this app to improve your English language skills.
شكراااا علا العبة 2020/06/09
Thanks
Thank you for this podcast👍🏻👍🏻
fardhaigan 2019/11/11
Hi hillary
I can just say tank you for yor accent, for your voice and for your character!
I love you and your adept english!
HABAMU 2019/08/08
Great native English speaker !
I think the most important thing to learn a new language very well is to listen to great speakers like Hillary Platt. Her voice is great, her accent ...
Saghiod 2019/05/06
Learning English
Great for listening in British accent.
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