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Episodes
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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.
Jan 1, 2019 • 3min
Fireworks
Learn a New Year-related expression
Dec 28, 2018 • 3min
To have all your Christmases come at once
An expression for when you have good fortune
Dec 18, 2018 • 3min
It's the thought that counts
Learn a polite thing to say when you receive a bad present.
Dec 11, 2018 • 3min
Digital detox
Learn this very modern expression.
