English and Beyond: Intermediate to Advanced English Podcast
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English and Beyond: Intermediate to Advanced English Podcast

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Welcome to English and Beyond, a weekly podcast for intermediate to advanced English learners, with a free transcript available to help with difficult words. Our aim is to give you a wide variety of engaging and slightly unconventional topics that go beyond traditional language learning. From quirky cultural insights to intriguing personal stories, this podcast offers a fresh approach to improving your English, and taking you from intermediate to advanced level.Each episode features natural, idiomatic British English and often a range of other accents as well, helping curious learners to boost their listening skills and expand their vocabulary. Hosted by experienced language teachers, Oliver and César (from Spanish Language Coach), and featuring occasional guest speakers, English and Beyond ensures an entertaining and educational experience.Whether you're looking to enhance your language routine or simply enjoy interesting discussions in accessible English, this podcast is perfect for you. Subscribe now on your favourite podcast platform and visit us at www.morethanalanguage.com for transcripts and more! 

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29 episodes
episode E28 She was my hero, I was her annoyance - English language learning podcast artwork
E28 She was my hero, I was her annoyance - English language learning podcast

This week on English and Beyond, we explore the unique and lifelong connection between siblings, with a special focus on sisters. From hero worship in childhood to sibling rivalries and touching moments of mutual support, this episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and heartfelt reflections. Host Oliver shares stories about his older sister, affectionately named “Jeanne” for the podcast, and the profound impact she’s had on his life. Joined by regular co-host César, the duo also discuss the complexities of sibling dynamics—from being role models to navigating the challenges of sibling rivalry and trust. You’ll learn new English phrases like “your reputation precedes you” and “sounding board”, while enjoying a mix of humour and sentimentality. Have your own sibling stories? Share them with us at oliver@morethanalanguage.com. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share the podcast with your friends! 📜 For a full and accurate transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com [http://www.morethanalanguage.com/]

12. dec. 2024 - 28 min
episode E27 Best Friends Forever? - British English language learning podcast artwork
E27 Best Friends Forever? - British English language learning podcast

What makes someone your best friend? Is it time, shared experiences, or just the luck of meeting the right person at the right moment? In this special episode of English and Beyond, Oliver explores the meaning of friendship. With help from his old university friend Chris, who dials in from the USA, they explore everything from the odd rituals of childhood best friends to the transactional nature of party buddies. Why do some relationships stay in the “friendly acquaintance” zone while others become lifelong bonds? And how do friendships compare to romantic relationships or sibling dynamics? With wit, warmth, and a touch of dry humour, Oliver and Chris unpack the messy, wonderful world of human connection. Whether you're a lifelong casual friend-maker or a proud introvert of the 'best friend' variety, this episode may make you think about the people in your life in a new way. 📜 For a full and accurate transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com [http://www.morethanalanguage.com/]

05. dec. 2024 - 29 min
episode E26 Are British people *really* polite? - Improve your Intermediate English listening skills artwork
E26 Are British people *really* polite? - Improve your Intermediate English listening skills

In this episode of English and Beyond, an intermediate-advanced English learning podcast, César and I explore the labyrinth that is British social etiquette. From a brutally honest, brutally Spanish flat inspection in Valencia to the fine-tuned overuse of “sorry” and “thank you” on the London Tube, we break down what it means to be “polite” in the UK. Is it all genuine kindness, or are Brits just world-class at passive-aggressive fakery? And how does that reconcile with the less-than-dignified behaviour of sunburnt Brits in Magaluf? Join us both as we tackle queuing etiquette, white lies, and the cultural clash of ordering a simple beer in a British pub. Packed with sharp observations, dry humour, and César’s own Spanish-British perspective, this episode is a deep dive into why British politeness is both maddening and magnificent. Don’t worry - listening won’t require queuing. Unless you’re living in Britain, in which case, feel free to line up out of habit. 📜 For a full and accurate transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com [http://www.morethanalanguage.com/]

28. nov. 2024 - 25 min
episode E25 Single-Sex Schooling - Improve your English language learning artwork
E25 Single-Sex Schooling - Improve your English language learning

Curious about the quirks of British education? In this episode of English and Beyond, César and I dig into the world of single-sex education—those schools where boys and girls are kept apart in the name of better grades, fewer distractions, and old traditions. I reflect on my years teaching in a boys’ school and the surprising behaviours I observed, while César compares it to his own experience in mixed Spanish schools. Together, we explore the pros, the cons, and whether single-sex education is just a ‘charming’, British relic or still holds some educational value today. From classroom dynamics to bigger debates about gender, stereotypes, and society, it’s a lighthearted but thoughtful discussion that may have you questioning your own take on education. Tune in for a balanced mix of honesty, humour, and hopefully a touch of charm! 📜 For a full and accurate transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com [http://www.morethanalanguage.com/]

21. nov. 2024 - 29 min
episode E24 🥺 This song reminds me of you... (César interviews Oliver) - British English language learning podcast artwork
E24 🥺 This song reminds me of you... (César interviews Oliver) - British English language learning podcast

This week on English and Beyond, César and I take a playful spin on the British radio classic Desert Island Discs. With a packed schedule and absolutely no time to overthink it, we’re keeping it real, relaxed, and full of little surprises. I’m picking the songs, books, and even luxury items I’d want on a desert(ed) island — with a few twists along the way. Curious about: * The track that instantly transports me to childhood? 🎶 * The song I connect most with César? * And which (giant) luxury item I'd insist on bringing to my island getaway? Tune in for a candid, very unscripted episode where we reveal a bit more of our lives and the music that’s shaped us. It's personal, a bit chaotic, and hopefully just the right mix of those two characteristics to keep you entertained. Hopefully! Hopefully... Hit play and join the conversation! 📜 For a full and accurate transcript and additional learning resources, check out our website at the following link: morethanalanguage.com [http://www.morethanalanguage.com/]

14. nov. 2024 - 28 min
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