• When to use 'whether' and 'if' - AIRC643
    Oct 18 2026

    Have you ever wondered whether you should use whether or if in English? They can seem very similar, and in many sentences both are possible. But there are some important differences between them, and knowing when to use each one can make your English sound much more natural and accurate. So, in today's episode, we're going to look at whether and if. We'll explore the situations where you can use either one, and learn when whether is the better, or even the only choice, the only one to use. So whether you're an intermediate level learner or an advanced one, if you listen to the end of the episode, you'll feel much more confident choosing between these two little words.

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    25 min
  • Dance vocabulary and dancing expressions - AIRC642
    Oct 11 2026

    In today's podcast, we are going to talk about something that most people can connect with in some way: dancing.

    Whether you love dancing, hate dancing, dance professionally, or only dance when nobody is watching, there's a lot of useful English connected with this topic, so put on your dancing shoes and let's boogie!

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    46 min
  • South African English Vocabulary - AIRC641
    Oct 4 2026


    Congratulations to Reza for passing the C2 exam in Valencian. Absolutely lekker news! Apologies for the delay in replying to your voice messages, but we're back and ready to go!
    Today we've got a message from Rocío from Cádiz and then we're heading all the way to South Africa to explore South African English. Twelve official languages, rolling R's, and words like howzit, braai, and aikona - it's going to be kiff! What do those words mean? You'll find out in this week's episode.

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    34 min
  • Reduplication: words that are repeated - AIRC640
    Sep 27 2026

    Chop-chop! That's enough chit-chat! Let's get down to the nitty-gritty of today's podcast which talks about words like chop-chop, chit-chat and nitty-gritty.
    You might think that our podcast episodes are just thrown together 'willy-nilly', but nothing could be further from the truth. We'll help you improve your vocabulary in this episode about words that are repeated.

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    33 min
  • Wildfires and fire vocabulary - AIRC639
    Sep 20 2026

    Forest fires are becoming more common in many parts of the world. At the time of recording, there are terrible wildfires blazing in France, Spain, Canada, Italy and many other countries.
    Every summer, we see dramatic images of burning forests, smoke-filled skies and firefighters working tirelessly to protect people and wildlife. But what causes these fires? Are they always natural? How do they affect our environment, our health and our future?
    In today's episode, we'll explore the language of forest fires while discussing one of the biggest environmental challenges facing the world today.
    Have you ever seen a forest fire?

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    44 min
  • Why English jokes are funny - learn English humour and wordplay - AIRC638
    Sep 13 2026

    Some people say that if you can laugh in another language, you're no longer just learning it, you're starting to live it!

    Many English learners discover that understanding grammar is one thing, but understanding humour is something completely different. English jokes often depend on double meanings, cultural references, or simply unexpected endings.
    So, in this episode, we'll explain how different kinds of jokes work, we'll laugh at some terrible English jokes, explain why they work, and look at the language behind the laughter.

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    32 min
  • Living in a Multicultural Society - AIRC637
    Sep 6 2026

    The world has never been more connected. Whether you live in a large city or a small town, you're likely to meet people from different countries, cultures, languages, and backgrounds.
    This diversity has brought exciting opportunities, but it has also raised important questions. How do different cultures live together? What are the benefits of multicultural societies? Are there challenges? And how can learning English help us communicate across cultures?
    In today's episode, we'll explore the idea of multiculturalism, learn useful vocabulary and expressions, and discuss some thought-provoking questions that will help you express your own opinions in English.

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    40 min
  • Advanced English verb tense review - AIRC636
    Aug 30 2026

    If you're a regular listener to the podcast, there's a good chance you've already mastered the basic English tenses. If so, congratulations! You've got the foundation. But if you've ever wondered why native speakers say "I'll have finished by Friday" instead of "I'll finish by Friday" or "I'd been waiting for an hour" instead of "I waited for an hour," this episode is for you.

    Today, we're exploring the advanced verb tenses that help you sound more fluent, tell better stories, and express yourself with much greater precision. Don't worry, this isn't a grammar lecture. We'll explain each tense with practical examples, and plenty of real-life discussion.

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    30 min