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Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 5min

My Sister's Wedding (Conversation)

In a vivid recounting, a leg injury at a sister's wedding leads to amusing anecdotes and deep reflections on love. The discussion shifts to the societal impact of race riots in the UK, weaving in themes of resilience and hope. A dive into modern slang sheds light on popular terms, while Stoicism offers insights into emotional strength amid challenges. The importance of laughter for language learning is highlighted, emphasizing the joy and creativity in the process of mastering English. A rich blend of personal stories and social commentary makes for an engaging listen.
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Aug 20, 2024 • 47min

Doing Evil Part 2 (Intermediate)

Mit dem Code easystories erhältst du das 12-Monatsabo von Babbel zumPreis von nur 6 Monaten. Das Angebot gilt bis zum 31. Oktober 2024. Einfach auf https://www.babbel.com/audio einlösen und loslegen.Tobias arrives at St Gummarus' School for Nasty Children. At first, he thinks his parents might have made a mistake, because all the kids here are badly behaved and nasty. But he soon realises that deep down, they are good, and they're threatening his mission to do evil. So Tobias decides to use goodness as a weapon...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Evil2 for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Intermediate.Genre: Philosophical.Vocabulary: Frame someone for something, Theology, Wet the bed, Ripple, Detention, Do-gooder, Put your head down, Oxbridge, Indoctrination, PE, Brush yourself off, A-level, ‘Even if I die trying’, Practically vibrating.Setting: Modern.Word Count: 4021.Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 13, 2024 • 44min

Doing Evil Part 1 (Intermediate)

Mit dem Code easystories erhältst du das 12-Monatsabo von Babbel zumPreis von nur 6 Monaten. Das Angebot gilt bis zum 31. Oktober 2024. Einfach auf https://www.babbel.com/audio einlösen und loslegen.When Tobias's parents ask him what he wants to be when he grows up, he says, 'Evil.' There's just one problem: his parents are devoted Christians! As Tobias does more and more bad things, his parents try to find ways to make him good, until finally there is only one option left...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Evil1 for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Intermediate.Genre: Philosophical.Vocabulary: Evil, Lord, Mass, Hypocrisy, Rota, Seven deadly sins, Spit, Test the waters, Tabernacle, Chapel, Host (Christianity), A cross to bear, Satan, Boarding school, Bullying, Atheist.Setting: Modern.Word Count: 3625.Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 6, 2024 • 22min

The Golden Fish (Beginner)

A humble fisherman encounters a magical golden fish that can grant wishes. Initially content, his wife's growing ambitions lead to a chain of events that spiral out of control. The story explores the pitfalls of desires and the unexpected consequences of fame. It serves as a cautionary tale about the true cost of wishes, emphasizing that getting what you want may not always lead to happiness. Through this philosophical fable, listeners are invited to reflect on the nature of ambition and the importance of being careful with one's desires.
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Jul 30, 2024 • 23min

Climbing Mount Everest Part 2 (from Into the Story)

Laurie Skreslet, a pioneering climber and member of a team attempting to summit Mount Everest, shares gripping tales of their harrowing journey. He recounts how childhood fears shaped his determination to conquer the mountain. The climbers face intense physical and mental challenges, including navigating the treacherous Death Zone and reflecting on past fatalities. Laurie also celebrates being the first Canadian to reach the summit, inspiring listeners to seek adventurous horizons in their own lives.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 22min

Climbing Mount Everest Part 1 (from Into the Story)

Laurie Skreslet, the first Canadian to scale Mount Everest, shares his gripping journey from aspiring climber to mountaineering pioneer. He recalls the harrowing challenges he faced, including avalanches and altitude sickness. Laurie recounts a pivotal moment of bravery during a perilous climb in the Kumbu Icefall, as well as the life-changing experiences that ignited his passion for climbing. His reflections on ambition, the emotional toll of the ascent, and the respect for nature embodied by Sherpas provide profound insights into the heart of adventure.
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Jul 16, 2024 • 28min

A Good Long Natter (Conversation)

In this episode, I talk about everything I've been up to for the past two months: visiting a friend, what I'm wearing, a romantic encounter in the supermarket, my try at stand-up comedy, the Royal Academy of Art, eating in the dark: there's just too much to summarise! Listen to it!!Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Natter for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Buy me a coffee, you know, if you feel like it: https://ko-fi.com/arielgoodbody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 9, 2024 • 43min

Rapunzel, Rapunzel, Cut Off Your Hair (Pre-Intermediate)

Book a class with me! If you book a package of 10 classes, you can get 33% off: EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/ClassesAn old couple wish for a son and instead have a daughter with long, magical hair. They don't see the value in it, and sell her off to an old man who keeps her in a tower. Every day, he massages the oil from her hair and sells it. But the girl gets tired of this life, and makes a plan to escape...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Cut for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Pre-intermediate.Genre: Romance.Vocabulary: Loom, Get caught on, Scalp, Pharmacist, Suit of armour, Sword, Chew, Treat someone like, Trapped, Starve, Nail.Setting: Fairytale.Word Count: 3658.Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 2, 2024 • 28min

Strange Friends (Advanced)

A cat and a mouse become strange friends and decide to store food for the winter, but greed leads to betrayal. Host reflects on personal experiences and importance of emotional connection in storytelling, while also explaining health tips and vocabulary words.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 21min

Hector the Snail (Rerun)

Mit dem Code easystories erhältst du das 12-Monatsabo von Babbel zumPreis von nur 6 Monaten. Das Angebot gilt bis zum 31. Oktober 2024. Einfach auf https://www.babbel.com/audio einlösen und loslegen.Hector is a snail, so of course he's very slow. But he dreams of becoming fast. He decides to find a wizard and ask the wizard to swap his body with an ostrich's. What could go wrong? Well, a lot, actually...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Snail for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Beginner.Genre: Children's.Vocabulary: Snail, Snail trail, Wizard, Swap, Ostrich, Human, Cave, Solve a problem, Ride, Kick, Free (verb), All over, False eyelashes.Setting: Fairytale.Word Count: 1033.Author: Ariel Goodbody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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