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Real Exam English - B2, C1, C2

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Jan 7, 2022 • 15min

S03 - 6 Fashion

Dive into the fascinating world of fashion, where first impressions and dressing appropriately take center stage. Discover the ethical concerns surrounding fast fashion and the throwaway culture. Engaging discussions reveal crucial vocabulary that not only enhances your English but also impresses anyone you speak to. Unravel the complexities of the fashion industry, and learn how costumes and uniforms play a role in our perception of style. This is a stylish conversation you won’t want to miss!
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Dec 11, 2021 • 16min

S03 - 5 Learning

Native English speakers answer questions about learning from previous B2, C1, C2 and IELTS  exam papers.Today’s episode is about learning, another really common topic in English exams. We have speakers from England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and the United States, all answering questions about learning. You will hear loads of useful expressions and idioms, some amazing ways to structure your answer, plus some wonderful language for speculating about photographs. For classes or transcripts go to https://realexamenglish.com/Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Thanks to all of the contributors, including Ian from the We Dig Music podcast, Konner from The Blunt Report podcast(https://www.thebluntreport.com), Rosemary, David, Mary Alice, Ofordi and Ursula.Support the show
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Nov 15, 2021 • 15min

S03 - 4 Money

Dive into the colorful world of money slang, from dosh to buckaroos! Explore the moral dilemmas tied to wealth and its role in education. Discover the importance of money management skills for young adults navigating debts and loans. Unpack the complex relationship between money and happiness, and learn how effective communication skills can shape discussions around wealth. This lively conversation offers valuable insights and diverse accents for an engaging listening experience!
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Oct 19, 2021 • 15min

S03 - 3 Photos

Explore the role of photography in enhancing English vocabulary for exams. Discover how travel photography captures memories better than souvenirs. Analyze the expressions of two women fishing, revealing their emotions and surroundings. Discuss the ethical dimensions of photography, from personal memories to consent issues. Finally, dive into the transition from film to digital photography and its impact on genuine experiences, while picking up essential photography-related vocabulary along the way.
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Sep 16, 2021 • 13min

S03 - 2 Anger

Explore the multifaceted nature of anger and its relevance in language exams. Discover how modern life's pace fuels emotional challenges, especially anger and stress. Delve into personal strategies for managing anger and enhancing communication. Gain insights into the impact of context on expressing anger, along with practical vocabulary and idioms. Listen to a diverse range of accents from English-speaking countries, enriching your understanding of emotional expression.
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Aug 23, 2021 • 16min

S03 - 1 Humour

Dive into the fascinating world of humor across cultures. Discover how sarcasm and slapstick vary between countries like the UK, USA, and Australia. Explore the implications of cancel culture on modern comedy, highlighting its impact on humor quality. Listen as speakers share witty anecdotes, revealing how affectionate teasing differs around the globe. From Kiwi satire to British dry wit, learn about the fine balance between sensitivity and comedy. Perfect for language learners and culture enthusiasts alike!
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Jun 20, 2021 • 13min

News, tips and phrasal verbs

Trevor provides an update on the upcoming Season 3 of the podcast, there are tips for the day of your speaking exam and there are great phrasal verbs to use in your writing exam.For classes or transcripts go to https://realexamenglish.com/Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show
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Apr 7, 2021 • 18min

S02 - 10 Family

Native English speakers answer questions about family from previous B2, C1, C2 and IELTS  exam papers.We have some great language in the form of phrasal verbs and idioms, we take a look at some lovely verbs that end in EN and we examine some classic expressions from Scotland. You will hear speakers from England, the USA, Australia, Scotland and Ireland so a wide variety of accents for you, as usual. For classes or transcripts go to https://realexamenglish.com/Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Thanks to all of the contributors, including Ian from the We Dig Music podcast, Arianwen from the In Mothering podast, Trisha from Conversations with a Random Nobody, Chris, Barbara, Ronny, Zoe, Ofordi, Karen, Keith, Mary, Emma and Ursula.Support the show
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Mar 26, 2021 • 14min

S02 - 9 Communications

Native English speakers answer questions about communications from previous B2, C1, C2 and IELTS  exam papers.The way we communicate has changed significantly with the advent of technology and it is a subject that is quite common in English exams. It´s also a subject that has a lot of specific phrasal verbs and you are going to hear loads of them today. All of the questions today, and every day, are from previous English exams so it´s fascinating to see how native English speakers answer them. We have speakers from the USA, England, Scotland, Australia and Ireland today so it´s super to get these different perspectives from around the globe. For classes or transcripts go to https://realexamenglish.com/Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Thanks to all of the contributors, including Ian from the We Dig Music podcast, Arianwen from the In Mothering podast, Trisha from Conversations with a Random Nobody, Chris, Barbara, Ronny, Zoe, Ofordi, Karen, Keith, Mary, Emma and Ursula.Support the show
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Mar 19, 2021 • 15min

S02 - 8 Work

Native English speakers answer questions about work from previous B2, C1, C2 and IELTS  exam papers.In today´s episode you are going to hear lots of top-class vocabulary, we take a look at a few different ways to use the preposition on and we hear some amazing idioms. As usual we have a bunch of different accents.For classes or transcripts go to https://realexamenglish.com/Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesomeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Thanks to all of the contributors, including Ian from the We Dig Music podcast, Arianwen from the In Mothering podast, Trisha from Conversations with a Random Nobody, Chris, Barbara, Ronny, Zoe, Ofordi, Karen, Keith, Mary, Emma and Ursula.Support the show

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