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Guess the character

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Debate: Should actors be allowed to play any role?

Should actors from minority backgrounds be considered for minority background roles before big name Hollywood stars? Ben discusses...

Using 'all'

A commonly misused word... Ben looks at how and when to use the word 'all'

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Debate: Should you lose your job for abusing an animal?

A video of French footballer Kurt Zouma kicking and hitting his cat has been circulating on social media. Should he lose his job because of it?

Using 'quite'

Today's podcast looks at the various ways we use the word 'quite'

Understanding the lyrics: 'Got My Mind Set On You' by George Harrison

We look at the lyrics of George Harrison's 1987 hit.

Spot the mistakes

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Identify the Phrasal Verb

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Common idioms: 'To Beat Around The Bush'

Today we look at the background and meaning of the expression 'to beat around the bush'.

Common pronunciation mistakes

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Accidental discoveries, part 1

Learn about some of the most famous accidental discoveries.

Understanding the lyrics: 'Every Breath You Take' by The Police

Ben takes a look at the lyrics to a classic track by The Police.

Using 'shall'

Ben discusses how to use the word 'shall' in questions, positive and negative sentences, and in question tags. Shall we begin?

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Talking about... Sir Andy Murray

On today's episode, we take a look at the career of tennis legend Andy Murray!

Commonly mispronounced words

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Understanding the lyrics: 'Yesterday' by The Beatles

Ben analyses the lyrics to Paul McCartney's classic.

For more English podcasts, check out Ben's new podcast 'Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu'. More information here: https://www.chosesasavoir.com/podcast/apprendre-langlais-avec-lactu/

How to use 'anymore' and 'no longer' in a sentence

On today's episode, we take a look at how to use two important words/phrases.

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Debate: Is it ok to force children to eat healthy food?

Do you think it's ok to tell children what to eat, or should they be free to make their own minds up?

Understanding the lyrics: 'Hey Jude' by The Beatles

Ben takes a look at the lyrics to Paul McCartney's classic song.

Comparing expressions in different languages: 'To Kill Two Birds with One Stone'

What's 'to kill two birds with one stone' in your language?

Common pronunciation mistakes: London place names

Do you know how to pronounce these places in London?

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Being British, part 5: The Weather

Ben discusses the infamous British weather.

Pronouncing '-ed' sounds in verbs and adjectives

Ben takes a look at one of the most common pronunciation mistakes.

Practising the passive: Using infinitive verbs

Practising the passive: Using infinitive verbs

Understanding the lyrics: 'The Christmas Song' by Nat King Cole

Understanding the lyrics: 'The Christmas Song' by Nat King Cole

Talking about... New Year's Resolutions

Ben shares his thoughts on making new year's resolutions.