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May 27, 2025 • 50min

Have You Met Elaine? (Intermediate)

Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes⁠ Have you met Elaine? Elaine is very giving, but not very nice. Oh, she loves everyone, but she shows her love through action, not smiles. And Elaine has a secret, which only I know about... Go to ⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Elaine⁠ for the full transcript. Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! Level: Intermediate. Genre: Horror. Vocabulary: Cuppa, Hoarder, Ragamuffin, Vandalise, Parish council, Egging, Spot (skin), Fertiliser, Infer, Defrost, Intermittent fasting, Six pack. Setting: Modern. Word Count: 1728. Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 20, 2025 • 1h 4min

6 Things I Wish I'd Done Sooner (Conversation)

Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes I discuss six things I wish I'd done sooner in life, tell you about my 32nd birthday and discuss some books and films I've enjoyed recently. Go to ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Sooner⁠ for the full transcript. List of books: Butter by Asako Yuzuki Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende Film: The Tribulations of Balthazar Kober Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠. Your support is appreciated! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 13, 2025 • 50min

Return to the Sea (Intermediate)

Book a class in June and July and get 50% off! EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Classes An old fisherman sits by the sea, waiting for fish to come. He has seen the world change hugely through his life. But today, something different is waiting in the water: something monstrous. Go to ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Return for the full transcript. Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠. Your support is appreciated! Level: Intermediate. Genre: Philosophical. Vocabulary: Moustache, Frown, Broom, Fishing rod, Excretion, Barnacle, Wrath, Kelp, Froth. Setting: Modern. Word Count: 1220. Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 29, 2025 • 41min

Saint George and the Dragon (Rerun)

Delve into the mythical tale of St. George and the Dragon, where tradition meets humor. The speaker shares personal Easter reflections, exploring its communal joy and personal growth. Discover how St. George's legendary fight with a dragon takes a surprising twist, transforming a fearsome foe into a friend. Enjoy insights into cultural practices surrounding St. George's Day, and expand your vocabulary with unique explanations of common concepts and geographical features. A charming blend of myth and personal story awaits!
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Apr 22, 2025 • 40min

Guess Who's Moving to China? (Conversation)

I discuss my upcoming move to Ningbo, China, as well as full moon drumming circles and shamanistic journeying. It's a travel around the world, both physically and spiritually!Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/China for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 15, 2025 • 35min

Grandmother March (Beginner)

Why is the weather in March so changeable? Well, it's all to do with wine and a very angry lady from Bulgaria...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/March for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Beginner.Genre: Myths & Legends.Vocabulary: Vineyard, Barrel, Frost, Gentle, Cellar, Temper, Stork, Rage.Setting: Fairytale.Word Count: 573.Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 1, 2025 • 29min

Giving Up Sugar for Lent (Conversation)

Dive into the journey of giving up sugar for Lent! The host shares personal reflections, touching on the significance of fasting across cultures like Ramadan. Discover tips for managing cravings and enhancing your food experience. Plus, learn about the unexpected benefits such as increased energy and personal growth. The conversation wraps up with an enlightening discussion on revolutionizing vocabulary learning through sentence flashcards, turning language study into a fun and contextual experience!
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Mar 25, 2025 • 25min

Banksy | The World's Most Famous Anonymous Artist (English Learning for Curious Minds)

Hello, my Lovely Learners! Today we have an episode from English Learning for Curious Minds with Alastair Budge. You might remember last year we did an episode together where we wrote a story, A Visitor from Chilly Bottom, which you can listen to here: https://easystoriesinenglish.com/Chilly/Banksy is one of the most famous modern British artists known for his anonymous identity and provocative street art. In this episode, we'll explore Banksy's history, his rise to prominence, and the powerful messages behind his works.  Banksy's anonymous identity fascinates the public  Starting in Bristol's graffiti scene  "Girl with a Balloon" shreds after auction  Banksy's use of stencils for quick artworks  Political and satirical themes in Banksy's art  Mystery of who Banksy really is  Art on public walls, not in galleries  Criticism of the art establishment  Dismaland as a critique of consumer culture  Banksy's impact on street art's legitimacy Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available at: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/banksy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 18, 2025 • 56min

Adrian's Dream

Adrian wants to write, but he can never concentrate. He tries waking up early before work, but he always just goes back to bed. Finally, he decides to start napping, but the results aren't what he expects...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Dream for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Advanced.Genre: Philosophical.Vocabulary: Circadian rhythm, Weaker self, Dent, Blaring, Nap, Diagnostic framework, Buoy, Querying agents, Hook line sinker, Bespectacled, Autopilot, Pond, Thrum, Fête.Setting: Modern.Word Count: 1118.Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 4, 2025 • 39min

Life, Love and Learning Japanese (Conversation)

I catch you all up on what I've been up to recently. There's a bit of philosophy, some dating, and some very manic studying for Japanese. Plus a bit of history! Ever wanted to know about Britain's most infamous king? Now you can! All that and more in today's free-wheeling conversational episode.Content warning: this episode has some mild swearing in itGo to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Yappa for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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