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  12 Phrases for Your Hotel Stay — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 05.10.2026 18min

  Practice easy B1 English: 12 phrases for your hotel stay. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/staying-at-a-hotel/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:52 Arriving03:52 In the room07:34 Food and services10:07 Leaving11:46 One night at the Harbor Hotel14:52 Practice17:24 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• the front desk• I have a reservation under…• Can I leave my bags here?• What's the Wi-Fi password?• Could I have an extra towel?• My key card isn't working• The air conditioning isn't working• Is breakfast included?• room service• a wake-up call• What time is checkout?• Could I get a late checkout?
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  10 Mistakes People Make Talking About Feelings — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 03.10.2026 18min

  Practice easy B1 English: 10 mistakes people make talking about feelings. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/feelings-english-mistakes/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:56 Four small grammar fixes04:41 Words that look familiar08:48 Pairs that overlap12:19 One phone call15:15 Practice17:58 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• It makes me feel• I'm worried• It's a pity• I miss you• nervous or annoyed• sensitive or sensible• embarrassed or ashamed• jealous or envious• upset or angry• tired of or tired from
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  How to Say How You Really Feel — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 02.10.2026 19min

  Practice easy B1 English: how to say how you really feel. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/feelings-and-emotions/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:54 Good news04:27 When you feel low08:07 Stress and relief10:55 When things annoy you13:40 One long Friday16:04 Practice18:38 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• I'm over the moon• I can't wait!• to be in a good mood• I'm a bit down• What's wrong?• to cheer someone up• to be stressed out• to calm down• What a relief!• It gets on my nerves• I'm fed up with…• That's so frustrating
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  A Morning at the Autumn Market — Calm English Listening — Calm English Listening (B1) 01.10.2026 29min

  Relax with calm, slow B1 English listening: a morning at the autumn market. Gentle stories, useful everyday phrases, and quiet repetition — for the evening, a walk, or before sleep.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/calm/calm-autumn-market/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this session:00:12 Intro00:12 Introduction01:29 Saturday morning on the square12:42 Phrase review16:05 A different market, a different Saturday20:40 Quiet repetition23:49 A morning at the market, more slowly27:51 Final phrases and goodbyeUseful phrases from this session:• a farmers' market• a stall• a basket of apples• freshly baked• to try a sample• a jar of honey• the smell of cinnamon• to chat with the seller• a bunch of flowers• to carry it home
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  30 Useful English Phrases from September — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 28.09.2026 19min

  Practice easy B1 English: 30 useful english phrases from september. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/september-phrase-review/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Intro00:53 Free time and people03:13 Eating out05:22 Getting around07:22 At work09:18 Words people mix up11:55 Opinions and politeness14:01 One long week17:04 Quick review18:42 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• to be into something• to take up a hobby• What do you recommend?• Could I get the check?• Excuse me, how do I get to…?• It's just around the corner• to pull over• a flat tire• Does that work for you?• to keep someone in the loop• borrow or lend• on time or in time• I see where you're coming from• You might want to
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  10 Sentences That Sound Rude — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 26.09.2026 23min

  Practice easy B1 English: 10 sentences that sound rude. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/polite-english-mistakes/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction02:06 The two that aren't about tone06:04 Asking for things09:46 Telling people what to do13:03 When somebody didn't hear, and when somebody didn't follow16:04 Disagreeing, and saying no19:18 Practice and quick review22:24 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• in my opinion• What do you call it?• I'd like• Could I have…?• Have a seat• You might want to• Sorry?• Does that make sense?• I'm not so sure• Not really
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  Giving Your Opinion — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 25.09.2026 23min

  Practice easy B1 English: giving your opinion. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/giving-your-opinion/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:58 Getting the conversation started04:59 Agreeing, from warm to lukewarm09:10 Disagreeing without a fight12:29 When nobody is wrong15:31 Ending it well18:35 Practice and quick review22:21 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• How do you feel about…?• If you ask me• I'd say• to be honest• I couldn't agree more• You have a point• That's a good point• I see where you're coming from• I see it differently• That's true, but…• It's a matter of taste• to change my mind• to agree to disagree• Fair enough
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  An Old Bookshop on a Quiet Street — Calm English Listening — Calm English Listening (B1) 24.09.2026 29min

  Relax with calm, slow B1 English listening: an old bookshop on a quiet street. Gentle stories, useful everyday phrases, and quiet repetition — for the evening, a walk, or before sleep.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/calm/calm-old-bookshop/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this session:00:12 Intro00:12 Introduction01:30 An hour before closing11:36 Phrase review14:55 Saturday, in a different town20:29 Quiet repetition23:44 An hour in a bookshop, more slowly27:37 Final phrases and goodnightUseful phrases from this session:• secondhand books• the smell of old paper• to browse the shelves• to be out of print• to flip through a book• the top shelf• to put a book aside• to come back for it• to read the first page• anything in particular
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  Cars & Driving — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 21.09.2026 24min

  Practice easy B1 English: cars & driving. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/cars-and-driving/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:59 Offering someone a ride05:51 Picking up and dropping off08:14 Licenses, limits and tickets13:23 Gas, stopping and the side of the road17:13 When the car has other plans20:51 Practice and quick review23:41 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• to give someone a ride• to drive or to ride• to pick someone up• to drop someone off• the trunk• a driver's license• the speed limit• to get a ticket• to take the highway• to fill up the tank• to run out of gas• to pull over• to break down• a flat tire
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  10 Preposition Mistakes — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 19.09.2026 24min

  Practice easy B1 English: 10 preposition mistakes. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/preposition-mistakes/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction01:05 Arriving somewhere04:10 At home, in the car, on the bus08:09 One word missing, one word too many12:04 One verb, three prepositions14:53 Prepositions of time19:48 Practice and quick review23:12 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• arrive at or arrive in• at home, in the car, on the bus• by car or on foot• to wait for• to discuss something• to look for, look at, look after• think of or think about• on time or in time• in the morning or at night• on the weekend or at the weekend
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  At Work: Meetings & Emails — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 18.09.2026 23min

  Practice easy B1 English: at work: meetings & emails. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/meetings-and-emails/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:56 Getting it into the calendar05:20 On the day08:20 After the meeting12:14 Inside the email15:34 The end of the email19:30 Practice and quick review22:38 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• to schedule a meeting• Does that work for you?• to put it on the calendar• Can we move it to…?• I'm running late• to be in a meeting• to follow up• to touch base• to keep someone in the loop• I'll get back to you• Please find attached• Can you send it over?• as soon as possible• Looking forward to hearing from you
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  A Walk in the Autumn Park — Calm English Listening — Calm English Listening (B1) 17.09.2026 29min

  Relax with calm, slow B1 English listening: a walk in the autumn park. Gentle stories, useful everyday phrases, and quiet repetition — for the evening, a walk, or before sleep.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/calm/calm-autumn-park/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this session:00:12 Intro00:12 Introduction01:30 A morning in October10:44 Phrase review13:38 The walk back from the station20:01 Quiet repetition23:08 The same day, more slowly27:43 Final phrases and goodnightUseful phrases from this session:• to take the dog out• to bundle up• to have the park to yourself• to crunch through the leaves• the light through the trees• the smell of woodsmoke• to feed the ducks• to stretch your legs• a shortcut through the park• to head home before dark
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  Asking for Directions — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 14.09.2026 22min

  Practice easy B1 English: asking for directions. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/asking-for-directions/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:58 Stopping a stranger04:56 Straight, and then a turn09:21 Where the place actually is12:21 How long will it take?15:15 When it goes wrong18:15 Practice and quick review21:12 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• Excuse me, how do I get to…?• Do you know where … is?• Is it far from here?• go straight ahead• turn left at the light• take the second right• on the corner of• across from• next to• It's about a five-minute walk• It's just around the corner• You can't miss it• I'm lost• Could you say that again?
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  10 Mistakes People Make Talking About Food — Easy English Podcast | B1 Listening Practice — Easy English Podcast (B1) 12.09.2026 22min

  Practice easy B1 English: 10 mistakes people make talking about food. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/food-english-mistakes/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:58 A person, or a thing?04:52 Words that overlap but don't swap08:22 Two words, one piece of paper10:33 Tasting, trying, and the compliment that goes wrong14:29 Hungry, full, and eating out18:26 Practice and quick review21:14 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• cook or cooker• recipe or receipt• dish or plate• food or meal• bill or check• taste or try• absolutely delicious• I'm starving• I'm full• to eat out
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  14 Phrases for Eating Out — Easy English Podcast | B1 Listening Practice — Easy English Podcast (B1) 11.09.2026 19min

  Practice easy B1 English: 14 phrases for eating out. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/eating-out-restaurant/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:53 Booking and arriving03:43 Ordering08:15 Drinks and special requests10:11 While you're eating12:05 Paying16:26 Practice and quick review18:50 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• to make a reservation• a table for two• Are you ready to order?• an appetizer and an entrée• What do you recommend?• I'll have the chicken• Just tap water, please• to be allergic to something• Is everything okay here?• to send something back• Could I get the check?• Is service included?• to leave a tip• to split the check
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  A Small Café in the Afternoon — Calm English Listening — Calm English Listening (B1) 10.09.2026 29min

  Relax with calm, slow B1 English listening: a small café in the afternoon. Gentle stories, useful everyday phrases, and quiet repetition — for the evening, a walk, or before sleep.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/calm/calm-small-cafe/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this session:00:12 Intro00:12 Introduction01:32 A Tuesday afternoon09:46 Phrase review12:49 Behind the counter20:13 Quiet repetition23:14 An afternoon, more slowly27:42 Final phrases and goodnightUseful phrases from this session:• a corner table• the hum of conversation• to be a regular• the usual• to warm your hands on a cup• to linger over a coffee• to people-watch• a refill• to get lost in a book• the last hour before closing
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  Describing People — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 07.09.2026 20min

  Practice easy B1 English: describing people. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/describing-people/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:55 Height, age, and hair06:56 Faces and first impressions10:39 What they're like14:17 Asking, and pointing someone out17:02 Practice and quick review19:36 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• average height• in his thirties• to wear glasses• good-looking• to look tired• to look like someone• easy-going• outgoing• reserved• down to earth• a good sense of humor• He seems nice• Can you describe him?• the one in the blue jacket
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  10 Word Pairs Learners Mix Up — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 05.09.2026 19min

  Practice easy B1 English: 10 word pairs learners mix up. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/confusing-word-pairs/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:52 Direction and point of view05:29 Sentence patterns09:02 Who feels it, who causes it?11:56 Close in meaning, different in use15:54 Practice and quick review18:28 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• borrow or lend• bring or take• come or go• say or tell• remember or remind• bored or boring• fun or funny• house or home• hope or wish• make or do
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  Hobbies & Free Time — Easy English Conversation — Easy English Podcast (B1) 04.09.2026 20min

  Practice easy B1 English: hobbies & free time. Real conversation, clear speech, captions on screen.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/podcast/hobbies-and-free-time/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this episode:00:10 Intro00:10 Introduction00:57 Play, go, or do?05:21 Saying what you like08:41 Starting a hobby10:57 Stopping, and starting again14:17 How often, and when16:47 Practice and quick review19:13 OutroUseful phrases from this episode:• to play tennis• to go running• to do yoga• to be into something• It's not really my thing• to be keen on something• to take up a hobby• to get into something• to give something up• to be out of practice• to get back into something• twice a week• every other weekend• in my free time
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  The First Days of Autumn — Calm English Listening — Calm English Listening (B1) 03.09.2026 31min

  Relax with calm, slow B1 English listening: the first days of autumn. Gentle stories, useful everyday phrases, and quiet repetition — for the evening, a walk, or before sleep.Practice this lesson in Recursio:https://recursiolearn.com/listen/english/calm/calm-first-days-of-autumn/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotesGet the app:App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/recursio-english-practice/id6761166818Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmbak.recursioIn this session:00:12 Intro00:12 Introduction01:26 The first cold morning11:45 Phrase review15:12 The first quiet evening21:56 Quiet repetition25:08 Autumn, more slowly29:25 Final phrases and goodnightUseful phrases from this session:• a chill in the air• the leaves are turning• to put on a sweater• the smell of wet leaves• the end of summer• to take the long way home• it gets dark earlier• a blanket on the sofa• to look forward to something• to notice the change