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Mar 12, 2019 • 3min
Take the rough with the smooth
Learn an expression about experiencing bad things to enable you to enjoy good things.

Mar 5, 2019 • 2min
Hard-nosed
What is a hard-nosed person like? Find out in this episode of The English We Speak.

Feb 26, 2019 • 3min
To have a soft spot
Discover the meaning of 'having a soft spot' and learn about people's strong liking for someone or something in this entertaining podcast.

Feb 19, 2019 • 3min
To make a song and dance (about something)
If things don't go your way, how can singing and dancing help?

Feb 12, 2019 • 3min
Giant killer
Here's a phrase to describe the success of a small team.

Feb 5, 2019 • 3min
A shock to the system
A sudden and unpleasant change can come as a shock. Learn a phrase to describe this.

Jan 29, 2019 • 3min
From pillar to post
The hosts discuss the chaos and disorganization caused by the refurbishment of their studios and offices, sharing personal experiences of being moved around; introducing the phrase 'from pillar to post'; emphasizing the importance of following the temporary plan during the refurbishment process.

Jan 22, 2019 • 3min
Small talk
Here's a phrase that describes making informal conversation about not much.

Jan 15, 2019 • 3min
A bright spark
Here's a clever expression that can describe someone doing something stupid.

Jan 8, 2019 • 3min
To be all downhill
The hosts explore the meaning of 'all downhill', discussing its positive and negative connotations. They also mention a podcast sponsor, the Lufthansa Group, who offers workation trips to Rome.