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  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the topics David and Stephanie will talk about in this session:

    Why were 70 passengers on flight SQ321 taken to hospital?How has Netflix attracted 40 million new users?Have you ever been scammed or ripped off buying tickets for concerts?

    This is the last News Talk in this Series. We'll be back!

    If you'd like to learn more about us, create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 27th May 2024

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  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    ** APOLOGIES FOR A TECHNICAL ISSUE during the recording of this live session **

    Here are a few clues about the topics David and Stephanie will talk about in this session:

    Should ‘assisted dying’ be legal?How will Microsoft’s Bill Gates’ ex-wife spend $12.5 bn?How much will a McChicken burger, 4 nuggets, fries and a drink cost in the US in June?

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 20th May 2024

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  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    What is India's biggest problem?Why were Charles and Harry in London and did they meet?Which country won Eurovision? (and do you care?)

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 13th May 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
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  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    How will teachers in Tennessee soon be able to protect their students?How many deliveries does Zipline drone delivery company plan to make every day?How often do we check our phones (and how much time do we spend) every day?

    Join us next in two weeks for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 29th April 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    What is the latest ‘first’ for Donald Trump?What will anyone born after 2009 NOT be able to do in the UK?Which city experienced its largest amount of rainfall in 75years?

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 22nd April 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    Which important religious festival ended last week?How many hours a week should we work?Which city now has a 5€ entry fee for tourists?

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 15th April 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    To which country is the President of Botswana threatening to send 20,000 elephants?What’s the minimum wage for fast food workers now in California?How much is this year’s biggest lottery prize in the US?

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 8th April 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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  • 😱 😡 A common (or even coarse) expression of surprise or anger. Let's find out how and when people use this phrase and whether it’s right for you!


    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 🤔 Ever felt unsure about something or someone? Then 'dodgy' might be the word you were looking for. Let's learn what it means and when to use it.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 💰 Time to talk money. Let's explore where this word comes from and how to use it.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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  • 🚽 Have you heard of 'loo'? It's another word for ‘toilet’ in British English. Let's look at where it comes from and how to use this common word.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    Which sweet products is soaring in price and why?What new tax is Biden proposing if re-elected in November?Which is the ‘happiest’ country in the world ?

    Join us in 2 weeks for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 25th March 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 😜 Want to know about friendly (or not so friendly) teasing? 'Take the mickey' is all about that. Let's look at its meaning and how and when it's used.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 😴 Ever been or felt super tired? 'Knackered' might be the perfect word to describe that feeling. Come learn about this word and when people use it.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    Which social media app may be banned in the US?How many unused electronic items does every UK home have?What is Daylight Saving time (and should we get rid of it?)

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 18th March 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 😄 Have you ever felt super proud and happy? 'Chuffed' is the word! Let's discover what it means and how people use it.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 😔 Feeling really, really sad? 'Gutted' might be the word for you. Join us to learn what it means how people use it in everyday conversations.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • Welcome to this week’s News Talk

    This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world.

    This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.

    Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

    Who is now likely to be the next President of the US?What action is now a constitutional right in France ?Which film was the big winner at the Oscars?

    Join us next week for the latest News Talk.

    And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com

    Recorded: 11th March 2024

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 🍻 Ever wonder why Brits say 'cheers' so much? Let's talk about it! We'll explore where this word comes from and the different ways it's used in daily life.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
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    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

  • 😎 OK mate? This is a very common word that friends use a lot in Britain and Australia. We'll learn where it comes from and how to use it correctly.

    🎧 😎 Welcome to “Understanding British Slang” by Perfectly Spoken
    In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

    ⚠️ Using British slang can make your English more natural and authentic, but be careful—it's informal and can cause confusion or even offence if used in the wrong way or with the wrong people.

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    ⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
    - Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
    - Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
    No payment method needed, just your email to register!
    🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com