

IELTS Speaking for Success
Podcourses
Every week, Maria and Rory get together to discuss the latest IELTS Speaking topics, providing model answers and vocabulary to help you improve your general spoken English and achieve a higher band in your IELTS exam.Our website: https://successwithielts.comTranscripts: https://successwithielts.com/podcast#transcriptsPremium episodes: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium
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Apr 28, 2025 • 20min
🧹 Housework (Part 1 ) + Transcript
Housework is a never-ending saga filled with humor and frustration. The hosts dive into their love-hate relationship with cleaning, sharing quirky insights on chores like ironing and dishwashing. They debate the pros and cons of DIY cleaning versus hiring help, while poking fun at the absurdities of household tasks. There’s even a discussion about the role of technology, like robotic assistants, in easing domestic duties. Join the laughter over the endless cycle of home maintenance and the charming chaos that comes with it.

Apr 21, 2025 • 20min
🛍️ Street markets (Part 1 ) + Transcript
Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of street markets and their unique charm. The hosts share personal experiences, highlighting diverse products from handmade goods to quirky souvenirs. They explore the cultural significance of haggling and compare the thrill of shopping in markets versus malls. Listeners will also enjoy amusing anecdotes about garage sales and flea markets. Discover how street markets offer not just shopping but a delightful adventure filled with treasures and stories waiting to be uncovered!

Apr 14, 2025 • 24min
🎷 Music (Part 1) + Transcript
Get access to our episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfsWhat kind of music do you like? What musical instruments do you enjoy listening to the most? Do schools in your country have music lessons? Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?Tune in and have a great day!-Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/roryOur course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcoursesTranscript: https://successwithielts.com/s12e02Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartnerOur social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts© 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 7, 2025 • 21min
📱 Apps (Part 1) + Transcript
Get access to our episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfsWhat kind of apps do you spend money on? What apps don't you use anymore? What apps do you still use? What kind of apps have you downloaded on your phone?Tune in and have a great day!-Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/roryOur course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcoursesTranscript: https://successwithielts.com/s12e01Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartnerOur social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts© 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31, 2025 • 18min
🥳 Parties (Part 1) + Transcript
Get access to our episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfsDo you like parties? What sort of parties do you like? Have you ever organized a party? How often did you have parties when you were a kid? Will you have more parties in the future?Tune in and have a great day!-Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/roryOur course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcoursesTranscript: https://successwithielts.com/s11e30Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartnerOur social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts© 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 2025 • 20min
🪀 Talents (Part 1) + Transcript
Discover the nuances of talent and how it intertwines with personal and family traits. Listen as the hosts explore idioms related to abilities, like having 'a good eye for something.' Gain insights on the importance of practice to maintain skills and the difference between 'blunted' and 'rusty.' They also emphasize the balance of talent and hard work in achieving success, supported by engaging anecdotes. Reflect on your unique skills and consider how they can impact your future career!

Mar 17, 2025 • 24min
📖 Stories (Part 1) + Transcript
Get access to our episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfsDo you like stories? Do you prefer reading or listening to stories? What stories did you like in your childhood? Have you ever written a story or stories?Tune in and have a great day!-Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/roryOur course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcoursesTranscript: https://successwithielts.com/s11e28Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartnerOur social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts© 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 10, 2025 • 19min
🥏 Hobbies (Part 1) + Transcript
Get access to our episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfsDo you have any hobbies? Did you have any hobbies when you were a child? Do you have a hobby that you've had since childhood? Do you have the same hobbies as your family members?Tune in and have a great day!-Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/roryOur course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcoursesTranscript: https://successwithielts.com/s11e27Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartnerOur social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts© 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 2, 2025 • 22min
🪑 Sitting (Part 1) + Transcript
Get access to our episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfsDo you always sit down for a long time? Where is your favorite place to sit? Do you find it easy to fall asleep when sitting on a sofa? When you were a kid, did you usually sit on the floor?Tune in and have a great day!-Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/roryOur course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcoursesTranscript: https://successwithielts.com/s11e26Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartnerOur social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts© 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 24, 2025 • 19min
🏫 Place of work/study (Part 1) + Transcript
Listeners dive into the debate on remote work versus traditional offices, weighing benefits and challenges. Funny stories about home workspaces add humor to the discussion, while insights on solo versus group productivity highlight personal preferences. Ergonomic tips on standing versus sitting at work reveal how posture impacts performance. Anecdotes about ideal study environments showcase the importance of comfort and distraction management. The hosts playfully explore listener preferences, creating an engaging conversation around productivity.