IELTS TIME

Эпизоды

• Part 3 – Technology and Artificial Intelligence 18.07.2026 11мин

  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?
• Part 2 – Describe a challenging technological problem you faced 13.07.2026 9мин

  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.
• IELTS Speaking Mock Test #9 | Parts 1–3 08.07.2026 10мин

  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.
• Part 1 – Food 02.07.2026 11мин

  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?
• Task 2 | Do the Advantages of an Ageing Population Outweigh the Disadvantages? 28.06.2026 11мин

  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?
• Part 3 – Environmental Laws and Public Policy 24.06.2026 11мин

  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?
• Describe an environmental law you would like to introduce in your country 20.06.2026 10мин

  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
• Part 1 – Books 15.06.2026 11мин

  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 reading books? How often do you read books? What kinds of books do you like to read? Did you read many books when you were a child? What is the last book you read? Do you prefer physical books or e-books? Why? Is reading a popular activity in your country? Have your reading habits changed over the years? Do you usually buy books or borrow them from a library? What book would you take on a long journey? Why?
• Part 3 – Celebrity Endorsements and Advertising 11.06.2026 11мин

  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 companies use celebrities in advertisements? Do celebrities really influence people's purchasing decisions? Are advertisements featuring celebrities more effective than ordinary advertisements? Should celebrities be responsible for the products they endorse? Do people trust celebrity advertisements nowadays? Why or why not? How has social media changed the way famous people advertise products? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using celebrities in advertising? Do you think influencers are becoming more effective than traditional celebrities in advertising?
• Part 2 – Describe an advertisement with a famous person in it 07.06.2026 8мин

  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 the person is • Where you saw the advertisement • What the advertisement is about  • And explain how you feel about the advertisement
• Part 1 – Daily Routine 03.06.2026 11мин

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comTell me about your daily routine. What time do you usually get up on weekdays? What is the first thing you do after waking up? How do you usually spend your mornings? What activities are part of your daily routine? Is your daily routine different at the weekend compared to during the week? What part of your daily routine do you enjoy the most? Has your daily routine changed since you were a child? What would you like to change about your daily routine? Do you think it's important to have a daily routine?
• Part 3 – Mobile Phones 29.05.2026 12мин

  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 mobile phones banned in certain places? Do you think people rely too much on their phones nowadays? Should students be allowed to use mobile phones at school? What are the disadvantages of using mobile phones too much? In what situations should people turn off their phones? How have smartphones changed the way people communicate? Do you think limiting phone use can improve concentration? Would it be difficult for people to live without smartphones today?
• Part 2–Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone 21.05.2026 9мин

  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: • when it was  • where it was • why you were not allowed to use your mobile phone  • and explain how you felt about it.
• Part 1 – High School 17.05.2026 10мин

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comDid you go to a high school near where you lived? Why or why not? What was your high school like? What did you like most about your high school? Was there anything you didn’t like about your high school? What was your favourite subject in high school? Did you have a favourite teacher in high school? Did you take part in any extracurricular activities in high school? What was your relationship like with your classmates in high school? Do you still keep in touch with any of your high school friends? How do you think your high school could have been improved?
• Part 3 – Noise, Quiet Places, and Relaxation 13.05.2026 12мин

  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 need quiet places? Do you think cities are becoming noisier nowadays? What are the effects of noise pollution on people? Is it easy to find quiet places in your country? Why do some people enjoy noisy environments? How can governments reduce noise pollution in cities? Do you think technology has made life noisier? Why is silence important for concentration? Do young people and older people prefer different places to relax? Are public parks important in big cities?
• Part 2 – Describe a quiet place you like to go to 09.05.2026 8мин

  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 • how you found out about it • how often you go there • and explain how you feel about this place.
• IELTS Writing Task 1: U.S. Commuting Trends (2019 vs 2025 Bar Chart) 05.05.2026 11мин

  If you are listening on an audio-only platform, you can also watch the video version of the episode on our website: https://theieltstime.comThe bar chart illustrates changes in commuting habits among U.S. residents between 2019 and 2025. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
• Part 1 – Walking 01.05.2026 9мин

  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 walk in your daily life? What kind of places do you usually walk in? Do you prefer walking alone or with other people? How often do you go for a walk? What are the benefits of walking, in your opinion? Did you walk more when you were a child than you do now? Do people in your country enjoy walking? Why or why not? What things can make walking more enjoyable for you? Do you think walking is a good way to stay healthy? Would you like to walk more in the future? Why?
• Part 3 – Sports, Fame, and Society 27.04.2026 12мин

  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 qualities make a sportsperson truly successful? Do you think natural talent or hard work is more important for athletes? Why do many people admire famous sportspeople? Do you believe athletes are good role models for young people? How can sportspeople influence society positively or negatively? Do you think professional athletes are paid too much? Why or why not? How does media attention affect the lives of sports stars? What role should governments play in supporting sports and athletes? What life lessons can people learn from successful sportspeople?
• Part 2 – Describe a successful sportsperson you admire 23.04.2026 10мин

  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 or she is, • What you know about him or her, • What he or she is like in real life, • What achievements he or she has made, • And explain why you admire him or her.