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English and Beyond: Advanced English for Fluency & Communication

Learn real, advanced British English with Oliver & César.English and Beyond is a weekly podcast for upper-intermediate to advanced English learners who want to improve fluency, listening skills, and vocabulary through natural, idiomatic English.Each episode explores thoughtful, unconventional topics using authentic British English and a range of global accents - no textbook language.Includes:• Free transcript• Quizlet flashcards for key vocabularyHosted by experienced teachers Oliver & César

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E10 Secrets of an Oxford student... - British English...

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2024/08/02

For the first time ever, I'm going solo on an episode of the podcast, where - on the strict instructions of César (who's on holiday with his family) - I'll be discussing the reality of the (in)famous University of Oxford.I discuss myths and criticisms of Oxford, the notoriously intense admission process, and the demanding tutorial system which often drives so many Oxford alumni into the confrontational world of British politics. I also share some personal stories about academic

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E9 Shame, cancel culture and worrying about other...

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2024/07/26

Why am I so scared to be caught up in Cancel Culture? This week, I explain in more detail why I don't (yet) use my image to publicise the podcast, and César and I discuss my (hopefully) irrational fear of becoming the latest person to be publicly shamed and cancelled due to socially unacceptable opinions - even if I'm not quite sure what those unacceptable opinions are yet!Join us every week for episodes designed to help curious minds expand their English vocabulary and improve their

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27:51

E8 Have I found the Meaning of Life? (Stoicism) -...

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2024/07/20

If something bad happens to you, how should you react? Is it better to fully express your feelings? Would you be better off trying to separate yourself from your strongest emotions? Is grief always bad? Is happiness always good? César and I try to work out exactly what our opinions are on these questions and more, as we discuss the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Join us and let us know your opinion - or you could even book a conversation class with me, Oliver, and let me know directly! Details in

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E7 Accent Anxiety (with Franziska) - British English...

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2024/07/12

Welcome back to English and Beyond! In this episode, I'm thrilled to have my good friend Franziska join me as we delve into the world of accents in language learning. We first met at King's Cross Station in 2015, and today, Franziska shares her journey of mastering English while battling insecurities about her German accent.We discuss why accents matter so much to language learners, how perceptions can impact confidence, and reminisce about our early language learning experiences,

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E6 Learning and losing a language (with Laura) -...

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2024/07/04

Welcome back to English and Beyond! In this episode, I'm fighting through a hoarse voice to bring you a special treat - my dear friend Laura joins me to reminisce about our studious adventures in Beijing, where we bonded over glamorous students taking selfies, tricky Mandarin ideograms, and more. We discuss the joys and pitfalls of language learning, revealing how Laura ended up pestering a guy named Christ for spreadsheets and how my first Spanish teacher's infectious enthusiasm got me

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27:12

E5 Me, you and us - Our relationship - Intermediate...

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2024/06/28

Join me and César as we take you on an unscripted journey through our eight-year relationship, filled with honesty and (hopefully) humour! In this special episode, we share candid insights about our dynamic, revealing some of the quirks, conflicts, and compromises that characterise our relationship. With César feeling under the weather and my voice barely holding up, it’s a perfect storm for some genuine British awkwardness!For a full transcript and additional learning resources here:

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E4 Horrible Bosses - Intermediate English with Free...

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2024/06/21

Join me and César as we dive into the world of Horrible Bosses! In this episode, we discuss the universal challenge of dealing with difficult managers and how it shapes our work lives. I'll share my personal experiences with bosses—both good and bad—and explore why this dynamic is so prevalent.Laugh along as César and I recount our own workplace stories, from managing under pressure to navigating cultural differences in work environments. Tune in to learn why good bosses are hard to find and

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24:38

E3 Instagram and Narcissus: Ancient self-obsession -...

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2024/06/13

Join me and César for a chat about narcissism and Instagram! In this episode, I link ancient Greek myths to today's selfie culture. Discover why Narcissus would feel right at home on Instagram and how our quest for likes is messing with our heads.Laugh along as I embarrassing myself by sharing my own social media quirks and learn why I’m keeping it sparse online. Tune in for what is hopefully a fun and insightful discussion about balancing vanity and sanity in the digital age.Don't miss

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E2 Maybe I'm wildly jealous - Unusual topics to learn...

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2024/06/06

Welcome to Episode 2 of "English and Beyond," the podcast for intermediate English learners. This time, we're confronting the infamous green-eyed monster: jealousy. Join Oliver and César as they chat about their own brushes with envy, from gym rivalries to language skills, and everything in between.We'll explore why jealousy pops up, how it can sometimes drive us to be better, and when it just gets in the way. With plenty of personal anecdotes and a bit of British humour, we hope

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E1 Our language journeys: English and Beyond -...

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2024/05/29

Join us for the very first episode of English and Beyond! In this episode, meet your hosts, Oliver and César, as they share their personal journeys with language learning. Discover why Oliver, a shy teenager, chose to study a 'dead language', Latin, and how he overcame his fear of speaking modern languages. Hear about César's experiences with his successful Spanish learning podcasts and why he's excited to help you learn English. This episode is full of insights, personal

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