Real Exam English - B2, C1, C2

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!

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/intro xmasSupport the show

Native English speakers answer questions about family.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.intro xmasSupport the show

Native English speakers answer questions about communications.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.intro xmasSupport the show

Native English speakers answer questions about work.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.intro xmasSupport the show

In this lively discussion, a guest from London shares their passion for gardening, emphasizing its therapeutic benefits. They explore the joy found in nurturing plants and the rich vocabulary that comes with it. The conversation expands to cultural reflections on hobbies across different regions, highlighting unique pastimes and shared interests. Listeners can enjoy insights into personal relaxation methods, the joy of music, and the evolution of hobbies over time, making it an engaging blend of learning and personal stories.

In this discussion, participants from the USA, Australia, Scotland, Ireland, and England share personal anecdotes about their friendships. They delve into how playdates and shared experiences strengthen social bonds, especially after the pandemic. The conversation highlights the importance of diverse viewpoints and respect within relationships. Additionally, they explore the role of vocabulary and phrasal verbs in improving communication while providing tips for excelling in English exams, stressing the impact of peer dynamics on identity.

Native English speakers answer questions about health. You will hear some quite deep, almost philosophical questions about healthcare and some really thought-provoking answers. We have a lot of super vocabulary today, from American English expressions to figurative language to replacing offensive words in a polite way. 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.intro xmasSupport the show

Trevor gives tips on how to prepare for English writing exams.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/Links to Cambridge Teachers HandbooksB2: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/Images/CER_6168_V1_APR19_Cambridge_English_First_Handbook_WEB_v3.pdfC1: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/images/167804-cambridge-english-advanced-handbook.pdfC2:  https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/Images/168194-c2-proficiency-teachers-handbook.pdfintro xmasSupport the show

Native English speakers answer questions about shopping. You´ll hear plenty of shopping vocabulary today as well as a variety of ways to express preferences. We will take a look at some differences between US, Australian and British English and we also have speakers from Ireland and South Africa so lots of accent practice for you as usual. In addition, we have a dialogue so you´ll hear some great expressions for interacting and giving opinions. 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.intro xmasSupport the show