Easy Stories in English

Ariel Goodbody, Polyglot English Teacher & Glassbox Media
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Dec 24, 2024 • 40min

How I Celebrate Christmas (Conversation)

Discover the quirks of British Christmas traditions, from chocolate oranges to burning puddings. Personal stories illuminate the contrast between UK and American celebrations, highlighting unique family gatherings and cherished rituals. Explore the warmth of festive meals featuring turkey and special desserts, and the delight of Christmas crackers. Reflect on how the meaning of Christmas evolves from childhood excitement to adult appreciation, all while embracing the joy of family and the holiday spirit.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 24min

How the Platypus Came to Be (Pre-Intermediate)

The nose of a duck, the fur of an otter and the tail of a beaver: platypuses are one of the strangest animals in the world! So where did they come from? Find out in this hilarious story...Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Platypus for the full transcript.Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support. Your support is appreciated!Level: Pre-Intermediate.Genre: Myths & Legends.Vocabulary: Platypus, Beak, Came to be, Can’t be bothered, Pester, Beaver, Tail, Dam, Otter.Setting: Modern.Word Count: 1040.Author: Ariel Goodbody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 26, 2024 • 50min

New? Start here! (Conversation)

Discover a personal journey filled with passion for languages and storytelling. The host shares their struggles with burnout and how community support led to a fulfilling teaching career. Reflect on the transformative power of faith while learning English through engaging podcast formats. Explore a range of story recommendations, from dark twists on classics to comedic adventures. Plus, find out how listener support helps grow this unique learning experience!
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Nov 12, 2024 • 46min

The Curse of the Pig (Beginner)

A whimsical tale unfolds as a princess discovers a prophecy that she must marry a pig. Despite her disbelief, a pig arrives at her door, bringing an unexpected adventure. The narrative explores the nature of curses and the journey to break them. Listeners dive into enchanting vocabulary, from 'forbid' to 'dragons.' Themes of love and destiny weave throughout the story, especially as the princess confronts her fate and uncovers the truth behind her peculiar suitor.
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Oct 29, 2024 • 30min

Three Kisses (Pre-Intermediate)

Leah, grieving her mother's death, creates a bond with a seagull by sending white roses to her brother. The story intertwines themes of grief and transformation, as her connection to nature transforms her into a dragon. Meanwhile, her brother embarks on a quest filled with courage and love to reunite with Leah, uncovering dark magic along the way. The podcast also explores fun language insights, contrasting cultural quirks about seagulls and bathtubs, all while sharing humorous anecdotes.
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Oct 18, 2024 • 12min

I have a confession to make...

Answer my survey and get the beginner story, The City Mouse and the Country Mouse: EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/AskToday, I have a confession to make. I thought I knew what you all wanted, but I was wrong. In this episode, I ask for your help.Get the transcript: https://easystoriesinenglish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRANSCRIPT-I-have-a-confession-to-make.pdfLevel up your English with Story Builders, an eight-week online course https://www.easystoriesinenglish.com/buildMit 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 15, 2024 • 28min

The Freezer Door (Beginner)

Level up your English with Story Builders, an eight-week online course https://www.easystoriesinenglish.com/buildA woman has a loving husband and children, and she's great at her job. So why is she sad? One day, she opens the freezer door and sees the way into another world. If she goes, she will lose her husband and children. But could she be happy there?Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Door for the full transcript.Level: Beginner.Genre: Philosophical.Vocabulary: Freeze, Freezer, Cheek, Pick at, Kid, Nightmare, Gooseberry, Cliff, Sober, Weigh something up, Parallel universe.Setting: Modern.Word Count: 1517.Author: Ariel Goodbody.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.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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Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 1min

The Superpower of Story with Bree Aesie

Get 25% off my Story Builders course by signing up by the end of today! https://easystoriesinenglish.com/buildToday I talk to Bree Aesie from the Into the Story podcast about how to use stories in your everyday life, what makes a great communicator and some interesting memory techniques.Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Bree for the full transcript.Check out my appearance on Bree's podcast, Into the Story: https://intothestorypodcast.com/stories/63-having-the-courage-to-stand-up/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.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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Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 11min

Hamburg, City of Water (Conversation)

Discover the wonders of Hamburg, where family adventures intertwine with delicious cake sampling and the largest model railway in the world. The host shares personal reflections on conquering fears, urban travel contrasts, and the intricacies of effective communication. Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Miniatur Wunderland and explore the implications of smoking bans in the UK. Enjoy a blend of lighthearted anecdotes and insightful discussions that make this journey through Hamburg both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 45min

The Pumpkin Jug (Beginner)

In a whimsical tale, a king challenges a woman to fit a pumpkin into a small jug without breaking either. Their interaction explores themes of love and creativity, unfolding against a backdrop of cultural symbols like poppies and seasonal produce. The podcast humorously reflects on the quirks of urban life versus royalty, as well as the benefits of seasonal eating. Additionally, it offers insights into unique hard hat designs while introducing a new course focused on storytelling and language skills.

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