IELTS TIME

Episode

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  Part 1 – Teachers 16.09.2026 12mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you have a favorite teacher? Do you remember your primary school teachers? Did you ever have a teacher you didn't like? Why? Have you ever had a teacher who influenced you a lot? What kind of teacher do you prefer? What qualities do you think a good teacher should have? Do you think being a teacher is a difficult job? Do you want to be a teacher in the future? 
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  Part 3 – Boredom, Places, and Technology 11.09.2026 12mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comWhat kinds of places do people usually find boring? Why do some people enjoy places that others find boring? Do you think people get bored more easily nowadays than in the past? How do people usually deal with boredom when they have nothing to do? Has technology made it easier to avoid boredom? Do people rely too much on their phones when they are bored? Do you think experiencing boring places can sometimes be beneficial? Why or why not?
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  Part 2 – Describe a boring place you have been to 07.09.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comYou should say: where it is, who you went there with, what you did there, and explain why you think it is a boring place.
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  Part 1 – Watches 02.09.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you usually wear a watch? What kind of watch do you prefer to wear? When did you get your first watch? Do you think watches are still popular nowadays? Do you prefer traditional watches or smartwatches? Why do some people like wearing expensive watches? Have you ever received a watch as a gift? How often do you check the time during the day? Do you think people will still wear watches in the future?
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  Part 3 – Recycling, Consumerism & Environmental Responsibility 29.08.2026 12mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you think people are becoming more environmentally conscious? Whose responsibility is it to encourage recycling: individuals, companies, or governments? What can governments do to encourage people to reuse and recycle products? Do you think recycling is enough to solve environmental problems? Do advertisements encourage people to buy unnecessary products? Is consumerism a problem in modern society? Should companies be responsible for recycling the products they manufacture? How do you think people's attitudes toward ownership will change in the future? 
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  Part 2: Describe a website or app you have used to buy or sell second-hand items 25.08.2026 10mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comYou should say:• what the website or app is• what kind of items it offers• how you used itand explain why you found it useful.
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  Part 1 – Parks and Gardens 21.08.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you often go to parks? Is there a park or garden near your home? What do you usually do when you visit a park? Did you often go to parks when you were a child? Are public gardens important for cities? What activities do children do in parks? Do people in your country like going to parks?  Do you prefer public gardens or natural parks? Do you prefer visiting parks alone or with other people? What improvements would you like to see in the parks in your area?
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  Part 3 – Self-Learning and the Role of Teachers 16.08.2026 12mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comWhy do some people prefer to learn things by themselves rather than with a teacher? What are the main advantages of learning something without a teacher? What are the disadvantages of self-learning? Do you think everyone is capable of learning effectively without a teacher? Why or why not? How has the Internet changed the way people learn new skills? Do you think teachers will become less important in the future because of technology? Should schools encourage students to learn things independently? Why?Which is more important for success: having a good teacher or being a motivated learner? Why?  
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  Part 2 – Describe a friend of yours who learned something without a teacher 12.08.2026 10mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comYou should say: • who he/she is • what he/she learned • why he/she learned it and explain whether it would have been easier to learn it from a teacher.
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  Part 1– Family 08.08.2026 10mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you have a large family or a small family? Who do you get on best with in your family? Why? How much time do you usually spend with your family? What do you usually do together as a family? Do all of your family members live in the same house? Do you have a large extended family? Do you get on well with your family? Why or why not? Why is family important to you?
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  Part 3 – Tall Buildings and Urban Development 02.08.2026 10mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comWhy are tall buildings becoming more common in cities? What are the advantages and disadvantages of tall buildings? Do you think it is better to live in a high-rise apartment or a house? Why? How have buildings changed compared with those in the past? Do you think governments should build more tall buildings in the future? Why do some tall buildings become famous landmarks? How does architecture influence a city's image? What qualities do you think make a building well designed?
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  Part 2 – Describe a tall building you like or dislike 27.07.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comYou should say:• What it is used for • Where it is• What it looks like And explain why you like or dislike it.
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  Part 1 – Cars 22.07.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you own a car, or would you like to own one in the future? How often do you travel by car? What types of cars do you like? Do you think car colors are important? Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger? What do you usually do when there is a traffic jam? Did you enjoy traveling by car when you were a kid? Have you ever taken a long road trip by car?
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  Part 3 – Technology and Artificial Intelligence 18.07.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comWhy do people often experience problems when using new technology? Do you think people rely too much on technology nowadays? What are the advantages and disadvantages of AI? How can AI help people in their daily lives? Should children learn how to use AI at school? Do you think students are becoming too dependent on AI? What can teachers do to encourage students to use AI responsibly? Do you think future technology will make people's lives easier or more complicated?
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  Part 2 – Describe a challenging technological problem you faced 13.07.2026 9mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comYou should say: • What the problem was • When and where you faced it • How challenging it was And explain how you solved it.
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  IELTS Speaking Mock Test #9 | Parts 1–3 08.07.2026 10mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comPart 1: Hometown, Apps, Public Transport, and Weekends.Part 2: Describe a beautiful place you have visited.Part 3: Tourism and Natural Environments, and Beauty in Architecture and Cities.
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  Part 1 – Food 02.07.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDo you enjoy cooking? What kinds of food can you cook well? What types of food are popular in your country? Do you usually have a healthy diet? Do you prefer eating at home or eating out? How often do you order food for delivery? What kind of food do you usually order when you get food delivered? Do you prefer eating alone or with other people? Is it common in your country for people to have dinner parties at home? Have your eating habits changed since you were a child?
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  Task 2 | Do the Advantages of an Ageing Population Outweigh the Disadvantages? 28.06.2026 11mnt

  If you’re listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of this lesson on our website at https://theieltstime.comIn many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
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  Part 3 – Environmental Laws and Public Policy 24.06.2026 11mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comWhat difficulties might governments face when introducing new environmental laws? Do you think environmental laws should be the same across all regions of a country? Why or why not? How can authorities ensure that environmental regulations are enforced effectively? Should companies receive rewards for meeting environmental standards, or should penalties be the main approach? Can strict environmental laws have a negative impact on employment or economic growth? Why do some environmental policies receive public support while others face opposition? Do you think international cooperation is necessary to address environmental issues effectively? How might environmental laws change in the future as technology continues to develop?
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  Describe an environmental law you would like to introduce in your country 20.06.2026 10mnt

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comYou should say: what the law would be, why you would introduce it, how it would help the environment, and explain why you think it is important