Learn English Through Listening

Learn English Through Listening

Discover Adept English, the modern way to learn to speak English. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently. The Adept English language teaching approach is to learn through listening. We publish two new English audio lessons, with full transcripts, weekly. Every one of our English lessons will help you learn to speak English in ways that are interesting and lead to success. We have lots of podcasts, at all difficulty levels, on many topics, suitable for all listeners, ready for you to listen too right now.

Episodes

July 28, 2025 12 mins

Do you ever feel like life keeps knocking you down—but you don't know how to 'bounce back'?


Welcome to Adept English, where we learn English https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ through real-life stories and today, we're tackling the word everyone's talking about: resilience.


Now, I used to think resilience was just about "toughing it out" until I trained as a therapist and realized ...

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Did you know some university degrees could actually make it harder to find a job? Hi everyone, and welcome back to Adept English https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/ your goto place for interesting English listening. Today, we're tackling a big question: Are university degrees still worth it?


When I was younger, I thought any degree was a golden ticket to success. But after helping my son choose his path in higher educ...

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Did you know that every ChatGPT search you make uses a pint of water? Or that data centres already produce more greenhouse gases than all the world’s aeroplanes?


Welcome to Adept English, the podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7ixeOS7ezPTZSaISIx2TTw where you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ English through fascinating real-world topics, like today’s episode on AI, big data, and their surprising environ...

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Have you ever wondered why the London Underground feels like a sauna in summer? Or what happens when a high-powered politician cries in public? Welcome to Adept English, the podcast where you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ real, spoken English through fascinating news stories, without the stress of complex jargon or contentious debates.


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Did you know that over 3,000 iconic red telephone boxes in the UK no longer have phones inside? They are being converted into mini libraries, cake shops, even storing life-saving defibrillators!


Welcome to Adept English, the podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7ixeOS7ezPTZSaISIx2TTw where you learn real British English through fascinating cultural stories. Today we're exploring how these symbols of the UK, those bright red...

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Did you know that over 680,000 international students chose UK universities in just one year? Or that some British https://adeptenglish.com/ universities still require students to wear formal gowns, just like in Harry Potter?


Welcome to Adept English, the podcast where you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ English through fascinating real-world topics. Today, we're diving into UK universities, from the ...

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Did you know that over 2 million people gather in one city for just five days, every single year? Welcome to Adept English, the podcast where you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ real-world English through fascinating stories. Today, we're exploring the Hajj, one of the most significant events in the Islamic world.


Now I'm not Muslim myself, but I've always been struck by the sheer scale of thi...

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Did you know that the first bacteria we encounter as newborns could shape our health for life? Or that retired police dogs in the UK might soon receive pensions? Welcome back to Adept English, the podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7ixeOS7ezPTZSaISIx2TTw where you learn English through fascinating, real-world stories—from global news to wildlife conservation and scientific breakthroughs.


Today’s episode is a slow news special...

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Today, we're tackling the two most common questions language learners ask us: 'How do I start speaking English?' and 'Is there a proven plan to reach fluency?' Spoiler: The answer is yes and it's simpler than you think.


"Repetition isn't failure, it's how your brain builds fluency." James Clear


In this episode, you'll discover:


- Why traditional language classes fail most learn...

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Want a smarter path to English fluency? Adept English Rule 7 (Learn Adeptly) reveals brain-friendly techniques & authentic listening for automatic understanding. Unlock real progress, finally!


Discover our 500 Most Common Words Course: https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/500-most-common-words-course/


FREE Transcript & MP3: https://adeptenglish.com/7rules/rule-7/


Want free English lessons? Get them here: https...

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Confused by tricky British English like silent letters, idioms & slang? Adept English Rule 6 (The Helping Hand) simplifies difficult grammar & pronunciation. Understand English better & speak with confidence!


➡️ Get the FREE transcript & MP3 audio download for this lesson: https://adeptenglish.com/7rules/rule-6/

Read along, review key vocabulary, and listen offline!


#BritishEnglish #EnglishIdioms #TrickyEnglish...

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Tired of mentally translating? Adept English Rule 5 teaches you to "think in English" using immersive listening & spaced repetition. Grasp phrases intuitively & stop stalling!


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Feeling self-critical in your English learning? Adept English Rule 4 guides you through the stages of language acquisition, helping you overcome doubt & build confidence. Learn to be patient with your progress!


FREE Transcript & MP3: https://adeptenglish.com/7rules/rule-4/

Listen offline & read along to master this lesson!


#LanguageConfidence #LearnEnglish #SelfDoubt #AdeptEnglish #EnglishJourney

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No time for English practice? Adept English Rule 3 (Consistent Listening) shows you how to build fluency daily, even with a busy schedule—no extra hours needed! Fit learning into your routine.


Love this lesson? Take it with you!

📝 Find the FREE transcript and downloadable MP3 audio file on our Adept English page so you can listen and read anytime, anywhere: https://adeptenglish.com/7rules/rule-3/


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Struggling to remember English words & phrases? Discover how repetition (Adept English Rule Two!) makes English 'stick' so you can speak fluently & automatically. Stop translating, start speaking!


Want to solidify your understanding and practice on the go?

🎧 Grab the FREE transcript & MP3 download for this lesson on our website: https://adeptenglish.com/7rules/rule-2/

Perfect for repeated listening to make these concepts ...

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Tired of English lessons that don't work for real conversations? Discover how focused listening (Adept English's Rule One!) transforms your fluency. Understand native speakers & speak confidently!


➡️ Get the FREE transcript & MP3 audio download for this lesson: https://adeptenglish.com/7rules/rule-1/

Read along, review key vocabulary, and listen offline!


#LearnEnglish #EnglishFluency #ListeningPractice #AdeptEn...

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Losing weight by calorie counting? Remember Weight Watchers? In today's English listening lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ discover how science has moved on, and calorie counting might not just be outdated it could actually be harmful.


"Diet culture is a life thief. It steals your time, energy, and mental space—things you’ll never get back." Christy Harrison, MPH, RD


Subscription Episode 72 follow-up: We...

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Did you know London is home to over 1,000 art exhibitions every year & some are so immersive, they make you feel like you’ve stepped inside a painting?


Welcome to Adept English, the English language podcast where we explore real-world topics, like art, culture, and London’s most unusual exhibitions, while helping you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ English in a fun, immersive way.


"Art is not ...

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In today's British English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ practice: Did you know that nearly half of Gen Z workers in the UK would rather travel the world than work a traditional 9-to-5 job? Or that London commuters have invented a new word 'bare backers' to shame people who dare to look around on the Tube? Welcome to Adept English, the podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7ixeOS7ezPTZSaISIx2TTw ...

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Did you know that by 2035, over half of all cars sold globally could be electric—yet many still cost more than the average yearly salary? Welcome back to Adept English, the podcast where we help you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ English through fascinating real-world topics—like today’s deep dive into the electric vehicle EV market.


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