Practising English

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• 313. The Importance of Being Earnest (B2 story) 09.06.2026 33min

  These are the B2 phrases I'll be studying today: (See transcript at: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-313.htm as far as sth is concerned Definition: When talking about a particular subject or issue. Example: As far as money is concerned, we need to be careful. a misunderstanding Definition: A situation in which people do not understand each other correctly. Example: The argument started because of a misunderstanding.what on earth...! / why on earth...! Definiti...
• 312. Treasure Island (chapter 12) B1 Story 02.06.2026 29min

  These are the B1 phrases we're going to study today: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-312.htm 1. after a while Definition: after some time has passed Example: We talked for a while , and after a while we went home. 2. on purpose Definition: intentionally; not by accident Example: John broke his mobile phone on purpose so his parents would buy him a new one. 3. put out (a fire) Definition: to stop a fire from burning Example: There...
• 311. The Adventure of the Western Star (part 2) B2 story 27.05.2026 26min

  These are the B2 phrasal verbs we're studying today: For full stiry transcript: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-311.htm 1. Turn up (Meaning: To arrive or appear) "We wrapped up the meeting early because the client didn't turn up on time." 2. Get away (Meaning: To escape or evade capture) "The thieves managed to get away before the security guards could lock the building down." 3. Deal with (Meaning: To handle or take action on a problem) "Don't worry about the scheduling conflict;...
• 310. Treasure Island (chapter 11) B1 story 19.05.2026 24min

  These are the B1 expressions we'll study today: For full story audio script: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-310.htm 1) just in case Definition: to be prepared if something happens. Take an umbrella just in case it rains. 2) get ready Definition: to prepare for something. We need to get ready for school. 3) come to an agreement Definition: to decide something together after talking. After two hours, they came to an agreement. 4) I must admit Definition: I say something honestly, ...
• 309. Adventure of the Western Star (B2 story) Part 1 13.05.2026 27min

  These are the B2 phrases we'll be studying today: For audioscript see: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-309.htm peculiar Definition: strange or unusual in a way that is interesting or surprising. Examples: There was a peculiar smell coming from the kitchen. worrying Definition: making you feel anxious or concerned. Examples: The doctor said the test results were worrying. playing a joke on Definition: tricking someone in a funny way for amusement. Examples: My brother was playing a j...
• 308. Treasure Island - chapter 10 (B1 story) 04.05.2026 28min

  These are the B1 phrases we'll be studying today: See transcript at: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-308.htm 1) on one's own Definition: alone, without help from others Example: · She lives on her own in a small flat. 2) of one's own Definition: something that belongs only to a person Example: · He wants a room of his own. 3) in the end Definition: finally, after everything Example: · In the end, we chose the bl...
• 307. Cowboy (B2 story) Part 2 29.04.2026 29min

  These are the B2 expressions we're going to study today. For full transcript of the story, you can go to: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-307.htm 1) take the blame Definition: to accept that you are responsible for something bad that happened. I took the blame for the mistake at work.2) make for Definition: to move in a particular direction or go toward a place. After dinner, we made for the exit.3) catch up Definition: to reach the same level as someone else or to...
• 306. Treasure Island - chapter 9 (B1 story) 22.04.2026 27min

  These are the B1 phrases we are going to study today. To read the full transcript of the story, please go to: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-306.htm Non-B1 words from this chapter of Treasure Island: cannibals - humans who eat the meat of other humans shipwreck - a ship which has been destroyed at sea cannon - a large gun used in ships to shoot at other ships Union Jack - the flag of the United Kingdom B1 words and expressions: unknown – something that is not known or not familiar...
• 305. Cowboy (B2 story) Part 1 15.04.2026 28min

  Here is the B2 vocabulary I'll be studying today. The link takes you to see the audioscript. https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-305.htm 1) Reckon Definition: To think or believe that something is true or will happen. Example Sentence: I reckon it is going to rain this afternoon, so we should probably bring our umbrellas. 2) Head (verb) Definition: To go or move in a particular direction. Example Sentence: After the movie ends, we are going to head back towards the city center for some ...
• 304. Treasure Island - chapter 8 (B1 story) 08.04.2026 26min

  These are the B1 words and expressions we'll be looking at today: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-304.htm 1) Binomial pairs Neat and tidy (meaning: clean, organized) Example: She keeps her bedroom incredibly neat and tidy. Sick and tired (meaning: very annoyed/bored of something) Example: I am sick and tired of this cold weather. Short and sweet (meaning: quick but pleasant) Example: The meeting was short and sweet, which everyone appreciated. Story: The ship, the Hispaniola,...
• 303. The Count of Monte Cristo (extract) B2 Story 01.04.2026 26min

  These are the B2 phrases we are going to study in today's podcast: thinking twice Definition: Considering a decision carefully or hesitating before doing something. Example: I saw the cat in the tree and, without thinking twice , I climbed up to save it. lose his nerve Definition: To suddenly become afraid or lose the courage to do something intended. Example: He wanted to go skydiving, but he lost his nerve as soon as he looked out of the plane door. it crossed his mind D...
• 302. Treasure Island - chapter 7 (B1 story) 25.03.2026 27min

  Read the audioscript: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-302.htm These are the words studied today: 1) take a good look at Definition: to look at something carefully 2) for sure Definition: definitely; without doubt 3) what’s on your mind Definition: what you are thinking or worrying about 4) sooner or later Definition: at some time in the future (not now, but eventually) 5) pay attention to Definition: to focus on something and listen or watch carefully Contact Mike Bilbrough with a q...
• 301. Anne of Green Gables (B2 story) 18.03.2026 27min

  These are the B2 words and phrases we will be studying today: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-301.htm 1) scared stiff Meaning: extremely frightened; so scared you cannot move Example: I was scared stiff when I heard a loud noise in the dark. 2) awkward Meaning: feeling uneasy, embarrassed, or not relaxed Example: I felt awkward when I didn’t know anyone at the party. 3) drop somebody off Meaning: to take someone to a place by car and leave them there Example: I will drop you off at ...
• 300. Treasure Island - chapter 6 (B1 story) 11.03.2026 25min

  These are the words we'll be studying in this B1 podcast today. To see the full audioscript of the story, you can go to my website at: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-300.htm · Set off – We set off early in the morning to start our trip to the mountains. · Join in – Everyone was dancing, so I decided to join in and have fun. · Reliable and efficient – Our new computer system is reliable and efficient, so we finish work faster.&nb...
• 299. The man who could work miracles - part 2 (B2 story) 05.03.2026 25min

  These are the B2 words we'll study today. You can also find the story transcript with B2 words highligted at: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-299.htm · in amusement She laughed in amusement when she saw the puppy trying to catch its own tail. · boast He likes to boast about his achievements, even when no one asks him about them. · deliberately She deliberately ignored his message because she was still upset with hi...
• 298. Treasure Island - chapter 5 (B1 story) 25.02.2026 24min

  Here is the B1 vocabulary for today's Treasure Island chapter: 1) close up 2) show somebody in 3) have one’s doubts 4) keen on / fond of 5) dislike 6) not be convinced 7) give somebody a hand The Hispaniola was waiting out at sea, not near the land but a little way out. We rowed out in a small boat among many big ships. Their ropes hung down in the water, ...
• 297. The man who could work miracles - part 1 (B2 story) 18.02.2026 23min

  The vocabulary and story transcript to today's B2 story: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-297.htm 1. define It is sometimes difficult to define success, because it means different things to different people. 2. an act of will Finishing the marathon after injuring his ankle was purely an act of will. 3. upside down When I turned the map upside down, I finally realized I had been...
• 296. Treasure Island - chapter 4 (B1 story) 14.02.2026 22min

  These are the words I'll be studying today: Transcript at my website: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-296.htm treasure to sail crew sailor the docks ship telescope crutch pirate the squire All hands on board! aye, aye, sir! a schooner Contact Mike Bilbrough with a question or enquiry about advertising on Practising English Podcasts: https://www.practisingenglish.com/contact.htm My NEW book: "B1 English Vocabulary Builder - 22 Short Stories for Learning the Words and Phrases Students...
• 295. The Signalman - part 2 (B2 story) 11.02.2026 20min

  You can read the transcript here at my website: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-295.htm The B2 words I study today are these: · without hesitation She accepted the job offer without hesitation because it matched her skills perfectly. · take pride in something He takes pride in his work and always tries to do his best, even under pressure. · talk this over Let’s talk this over tomorrow when we’re both calmer and hav...
• 294. Treasure Island - chapter 3 (B1 story) 06.02.2026 17min

  These are the questions for the story today. You can see the complete audioscript for the story at my website: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-294.htm 1) Why wouldn't the people from the village help Jim and his mother? 2) How much money did Jim's mother take from the chest (box)? 3) How did the blind man and his men get into the inn? 4) What was inside the packet that Jim found inside the chest? Contact Mike Bilbrough with a question or enquiry about advertising on Practising Engli...