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Abandon British English

They told you to follow the rules — we say: abandon them. Welcome to Abandon British English. Learn natural phrases, tricky expressions, and writing-ready vocabulary — ideal for B1–B2 learners looking to grow their vocabulary and improve writing. ㊙️ If you’re a loyal listener, email me and I’ll share a special website I’ve built. It creates a personalised review schedule based on the forgetting curve, showing you what to revisit each day. This isn’t an ad — just a private beta project. 📪

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00:19:50

#38 Tales Of The Unexpected - All Stories Are True...

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2025/08/29

This episode is from Headway textbook unit 4. Find full transcript and picture below.https://docs.google.com/document/d/15qT8QuIp8NTD0JAO9YOCzHTkpXKLmVGwK4K9mfSau0w/edit?usp=20250829![|224](https://i.imgur.com/o6dAAzV.png)![|233](https://i.imgur.com/a9Vresk.png)![|170](https://i.imgur.com/0PMBRs0.png)![|197](https://i.imgur.com/QFo7pLK.png)

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00:20:59

My Hectic Day - Juggling Time Zones and a Shared Kitchen

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2025/08/28

Hello and welcome. Have you ever felt like you're living in two different time zones at once? Today, we're going to talk about a day that’s a real juggling act.In this episode, we'll be learning some fantastic chunks to describe a busy life. We'll be covering: remote, a remote job; notification, a constant stream of notifications; dawn, before dawn; interruption, without interruption; worn out, feel completely worn out; grab, grab a quick bite; sandwich, a simple sandwich; typically,

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00:20:06

A Cherished Companion - The Story of My First Puppy

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2025/08/27

Hello and welcome. Today, we're going to share a personal story, a story about the joy and pain of having a special pet. It’s a journey that many of you might find familiar.https://docs.google.com/document/d/11xHwpNRAH-hsEwjbEV3yXFX42b4H213Ycrd5GikmvNg/edit?usp=sharingIn this story, we'll be learning some wonderful chunks of language. We’ll be looking at: incredibly intelligent, incredibly intelligent; couldn't afford, couldn't afford; soon after I graduated, soon after I graduated;

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00:18:46

City vs Country - A Tale of Two Lifestyles

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2025/08/26

Hello and welcome. Today, we're going on a journey, exploring two very different ways of life. We're going to compare the peace of the countryside with the energy of the big city. To help us tell this story, we'll be learning some fantastic new words and phrases. We'll be looking at: rural, a rural upbringing; hustle and bustle, the hustle and bustle; close-knit, a close-knit community; livelihood, earn a livelihood; cosmopolitan, a cosmopolitan city; infrastructure, modern

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00:22:03

Digital Dawn - How the Internet Shaped My World

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2025/08/25

Have you ever really stopped to think about how much the internet has reshaped our world? Today, we're going on a personal journey, exploring the massive impact it's had on one person's life—mine. The language tools we'll be using are: era, a new era; innovation, technological innovation; widespread, widespread adoption; browse, browse the web; opportunity, seize an opportunity; consumer, consumer behaviour; seamlessly, integrate seamlessly; scalable, a scalable business; business

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00:17:24

My Musical Life - How a primary school performance...

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2025/08/24

Hello and welcome. Today, we're going to talk about something personal and enjoyable: a hobby. We'll explore how a simple interest can grow into a real passion that shapes our daily lives.In this episode, we'll be learning some fantastic chunks. We have: my favourite hobby; be passionate about something, be passionate about something; sing a song; on a massive stage, on a massive stage; in front of an audience; have the opportunity to do something, have the opportunity to do something;

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00:16:03

My Best Friend - The Story of a Decade

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2025/08/23

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1As0Ih2ZK7L_6YUbPNmT0LRHwdIxtI1bZjV6m4_rE1Qw/edit?usp=sharingHello and welcome. Today, we're going to talk about a very special relationship, one that has lasted a whole decade. It’s a story about friendship, love, and partnership. In this story, we'll be learning some wonderful chunks to help you sound more natural. We'll be covering: decade, a decade; see eye to eye, see eye to eye on everything; pursue, pursue our dreams; pursue, pursue our dreams;

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00:18:15

A Special Day - A Traditional Wedding Back Home

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2025/08/23

Hello and welcome. Today, we're going to talk about a very special and personal event: a wedding day. It's a story about love, family, tradition, and the beautiful chaos that comes with a big celebration.In our story, we'll be learning some wonderful chunks of English. Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up: to be overjoyed; a hectic day, a hectic day; well in advance; a wedding ceremony, a wedding ceremony; ask for a blessing, ask for a blessing; our ancestors, our ancestors; to be

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00:09:31

Comprehensive Business English - From Office Roles to...

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2025/08/22

This comprehensive session covers the full spectrum of workplace English. We will define job roles, master formal communication, correct our grammar with the present passive, build vocabulary for hobbies, and finally, deconstruct a professional job application letter to learn essential phrases for your career.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VZBPJua5FlAmgN5bcPulkigu4YcCAEUS_-ecL2FKess/edit?usp=sharing

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00:14:39

Just A Job - Choose A Job You Love And You Will Never...

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2025/08/21

This episode features key audio from Chapter 3, “Just a Job?” It includes five sections: 3.2, 3.5, 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10. Together, they explore different perspectives on work, motivation, and meaning in our professional lives. Enjoy listening!For related images from the original book and the full transcript, click the link

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00:11:19

Lucrative - A Deep Dive into SaaS Business English

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2025/08/20

In this session, we'll conduct a detailed analysis of two essays on SaaS companies. We'll read both versions, focusing on the sophisticated vocabulary and phrasing that elevates the writing. This is perfect for anyone looking to transition from conversational to more professional or academic business English.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bFLyxoTOGWd2KZJHqDthuoAEaFFsAJxWdrdM_ey5-ak/edit?usp=gravitypayments

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00:18:02

Lost in London - How a Two-Day Trip Became a...

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2025/08/20

Hello and welcome. Have you ever had a plan that completely changed, but for the better? Today, we're going on a trip to London, where a short visit turned into a grand adventure. In this story, we'll be learning some fantastic words and phrases. We'll be hearing: originally, originally planned; tourist, a popular tourist destination; transport, public transport network; vibrant, a vibrant atmosphere; museum, world-class museums; gallery, art galleries; fascinating, was absolutely fascinating;

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00:15:03

Uggy From Nonsense to Nuance - Your Weekly English...

Abandon British English ·

2025/08/16

Welcome. This session is designed to solidify your recent English learning. We will revisit key vocabulary from professional contexts, untangle tricky prepositions, explore word formation with 'act', and clarify the distinction between 'make' and 'do' collocations. Let's begin sharpening your language skills.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K-VDK1JjfDQF_K74aj2z1tcd8sahjD9paKLHpc_YG_0/edit?usp=sharing

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00:08:25

An Informal Email - Upgrading Your Everyday English

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2025/08/16

Today, we're going to take a piece of writing and polish it. We will analyse some common mistakes related to prepositions, word choice, and sentence structure. By the end, you will see how small changes can make your English sound much more natural and sophisticated.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NnXtbAEJqBR4huxB5AXb8DBsbD_8Jf1MYqyOUZo59Jg/edit?usp=writingin20250815

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00:05:35

Everyday Situations - How to Reply Like a Native Speaker

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2025/08/14

Today, we're diving into practical, everyday English conversations. We will explore key phrases you can use in common places like a hairdresser's, a hotel, or when you need to make an urgent appointment, helping you to respond confidently and naturally in real-life situations.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n8YwVAXBmaFy76-fpzSduEwfZaLu1w7PCGWIGIf3HKA/edit?usp=20250814

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00:13:20

Languages Matter - A Deep Dive into British Language...

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2025/08/14

We're going to break down an insightful article about why languages matter. We'll start with the introduction, looking at the general attitude towards language learning in Britain, and then explore the personal stories of two famous learners, focusing on the specific vocabulary and phrases they use.https://docs.google.com/document/d/197rHGHpjPN8ScRCnhZbWEoI8NYcoC8AhXkCwuAqPN_4/edit?20250814-inspection-day

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00:06:54

Having a Baby - Mastering Phrases for Life's Big Moments

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2025/08/11

Today, we're diving into a story about a couple expecting their first child. Through their journey, we will break down essential English phrases about time, duration, and expectations. This lesson will help you sound more natural when discussing ongoing situations and future plans.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DFwtQMPizeMcOIJHbDLVnsEbXQNzg08dMB_wDdjKSLo/edit?usp=sharing

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00:11:50

What's Your Story - A Multi-Part Guide to Description

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2025/08/09

This podcast is structured in seven parts based on your learning materials. We will cover personal introductions, advertisements, word combinations, special adjectives, personality traits, and two short stories, all to improve your descriptive English.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e-iyLYe5U1PbyiDLbO-vkWa5y2s-hLcH-Wq4FcndjIg/edit?20250808-affaf-class

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00:04:40

Smell Of - Creating Atmosphere with Senses and Symbolism

Abandon British English ·

2025/08/06

This lesson explores how to create vivid scenes using sensory language. We will focus on the phrase "smell of" to describe not just literal scents, but also abstract feelings and symbolic meanings, turning simple descriptions into powerful, atmospheric moments that connect with the reader on a deeper emotional level.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FSvyzLqLUzMNSmlzDeW5a0NV6cfrzzoYt91-HQFq4IA/edit?

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00:08:04

Transport Writing - Elevate Your Descriptions

Abandon British English ·

2025/08/05

Welcome to the show. Today, we are focusing on a topic many of us deal with every day, public transport. We'll look at how to describe and compare our transport experiences by analyzing two versions of a short essay. This will help make your own writing and speaking more detailed and expressive.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ImRm_Q9z9RcSqghCmkJQI1DBWhWvLmFg-DVM8Dn2yXA/edit?olivia-class-20250805

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