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Speak English with ESLPod.com provides free weekly English lessons to learners around the world. The lessons are based on a method developed by former professors of applied linguistics and education. Each episode features selected lessons from the ESLPod.com archive, covering daily and cultural topics. Premium subscriptions offer access to over 1,800 lessons and additional weekly content.

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Daily English 142 - At a Nightclub Aug 18, 2026 16:12 Learn how to talk about going out to a dance club. Andrea and Sabrina wait in line, get in, and run into a friend on the dance floor. Dialogue/Story My friend Sabrina and I decided to go out dancing last weekend. We went to a club called the Fine Line and when we got there, there was a long line outside. That's one thing I hate about L.A. clubs. The hottest ones have long lines and it's hard to

Daily English 54 - A Trip to the Jewelry Store Aug 11, 2026 17:47 Learn how to talk about shopping for jewelry. Jeff looks for a special birthday gift for his wife and chooses among bracelets, rings, and necklaces. Dialogue/Story My wife's birthday was coming up and I wanted to get her a special present. She always tells me not to splurge on gifts for her, but for once, I decided to pull out all the stops. I went to the jewelry store and began looking at all

Cultural English 333 - Star Wars Aug 4, 2026 31:13 Topics American Movies: Star Wars · The Securities and Exchange Commission · Questions and Answers Key Terms trilogyprequelouter spaceextraterrestrialdroidto harnessbox officesecuritycommissionbrokerscopedisclosureshamepityto be left cold

Daily English 56 - Noisy Neighbors Jul 28, 2026 16:22 Learn how to talk about problems with noisy neighbors. Jeff's quiet street changes when a new renter starts playing loud music late at night. Dialogue/Story I live in a quiet neighborhood. At least that's what I thought until last week. I live in a cul-de-sac in a residential neighborhood in Los Angeles. There is a nice retired couple that lives kitty-corner from me. They have always been very

Daily English 23 - A Visit to the Doctor Jul 21, 2026 26:04 Learn how to talk about going to the doctor for a check-up. Jeff makes an appointment, waits, and finally sees the doctor for his annual physical. Dialogue/Story Going to the doctor is never particularly pleasant for me. But I couldn't put it off any longer. It was time for my annual physical, and there was no getting around it. So I picked up the phone and called for an appointment. “I'd like t

Cultural English 189 - Helen Keller Jul 14, 2026 25:57 Topics Famous Americans: Helen Keller · The Triple Crown of horse racing · Questions and Answers Key Terms deafblindsign languagepalmBraillemagna cum laudecompanionadvocatethoroughbredrarederbyto sponsoropposable thumbdue tobecause ofMc

Daily English 760 - Paycheck Deductions Jul 7, 2026 19:53 Learn how to talk about your paycheck and the money taken out of it. Bill opens his first paycheck and Carol explains the deductions. Dialogue/Story Bill: It's about time! I've been waiting for my first paycheck and now it's finally here. I'm ready to party this weekend! Whoa! Carol: What's the matter? Bill: What happened to all my money? The amount of this check is a lot less than I expected

Daily English 275 - A Soccer Match Jun 30, 2026 16:43 Learn how to talk about watching a soccer game in English. Shandy and Giuseppe watch from the stands as Shandy's boyfriend Fabio scores a goal and then gets hurt. Dialogue/Story Shandy: Oh, that player just hit my boyfriend! Did you see that? That was definitely a penalty. Giuseppe: No, I didn't. I was watching the goalie. The referee isn't doing anything. Shandy: I can't believe it. Why isn't

600 - Talking About Sight Jul 19, 2010 16:51 If you can’t read this, then put on your glasses and listen to this episode on having bad eyes. Slow dialogue: 1:07 Explanations: 2:45 Fast dialogue: 15:19 Sue: This medication I’m taking is messing with my vision. Everything is blurry. Hamed: That’s a good reason for you to stay home from work today. Sue: I can’t. I have to give a presentation this afternoon and I can’t flake out on

190 - Taking a Phone Message Aug 14, 2006 23:43 Learn how to take and leave phone messages in this podcast. Slow dialog: 0:57 Explanations: 3:42 Fast dialog: 21:10 I was looking forward to a quiet evening at home. As soon as I walked in the door, though, the phone rang. Paolo: Hello. Evelyn: Hi, could I speak to Tony? Paolo: He’s not here right now. Can I take a message? Evelyn: Do you know when he’ll be back? Paolo: No, I

124 - Asking for Clarification in a Business Meeting Jan 27, 2006 14:52 Learn how to ask for clarification in English in this podcast. Slow dialog: 0:54 Explanations: 2:29 Fast dialog: 12:46 I was negotiating a contract with a new business partner, and we had a meeting to clarify the terms. Bill: If I understand the terms correctly, the length of the contract would be one year with a one-year option. Is that correct? Ms. Samuels: Do you mean the contract for e

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