Words at Work: ESL for Every Day

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✨ Episode 43 — English Listening Practice: Handling...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/09/29

English listening practice with workplace vocabulary, shifting expectations, and everyday phrases for staying calm when projects suddenly change direction. Level: A2–B1 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Streaming worldwide across 50+ countries. Short Description This episode takes you inside a busy office on a chaotic morning — the kind of real‑life workplace moment where deadlines shift, managers change direction, and teams have to stay calm under pressure. Adult le...

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11:12

✨ Episode 42 — English Listening Practice: Speaking...

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2026/09/22

English listening practice with doctor office-visit vocabulary, calm communication, and everyday phrases for speaking up with dignity. Level: A2–B1 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. Short Description This episode takes you inside a busy medical office — a real‑life situation where staying calm, asking clear questions, and speaking up for yourself truly matter. Adult learners hear natural English for advocating politely, correcting mistakes, a...

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12:37

Episode 41 — English Listening Practice: Everyday...

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2026/09/15

English listening practice with comforting phrases, emotional vocabulary, and everyday supportive language. Short Description This quiet, emotional flashback shows how Kofi became part of Douglas and Brenda’s daily life — through care, calm voices, and steady routines. Adult learners hear natural English for expressing support, talking about feelings, and building trust in everyday relationships. You’ll hear clear examples for: giving reassuranceexpressing care and concerntalking ...

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9:47

✨ Episode 40 English Listening Practice: Giving...

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2026/09/08

English Listening Practice for giving personal information in school registration and job interviews. Hear natural English for name, address, experience, skills, and the everyday details people ask for in real situations. Level: A2–B1 Full episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Description Adult learners often struggle with giving personal information clearly — especially during school registration, job interviews, and volunteer applications. This...

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11:34

✨ Episode 39 English Listening Practice: Giving...

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2026/09/01

Calm, confident workplace communication starts here — with simple steps, real examples, and a team that shows how clarity helps every new hire feel welcome. Level: A2–B1 Full episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Learners hear natural English for giving instructions, explaining workplace procedures, using modals (can, should, must), and speaking with calm, supportive clarity. Description — Episode 39 Join Adam, Douglas, Lyla, and Mel‑Amir as they prepare a clear, ...

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9:24

Episode 38 English Listening Practice: Memo Writing...

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2026/08/25

Clear, confident memo writing starts here — with simple steps, friendly guidance, and a team that learns how clarity makes every workplace calmer. Level: A2–B1 Full episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Learners hear natural English for memo writing, clarity, organization, workplace communication, and using modals (can, should, must) to show importance. Description — Episode 38 Join Douglas, Lyla, Adam, and Mel-Amir in the office as they prepare memos for ne...

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9:28

✨ Episode 37 English Listening Practice: Interrupted...

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2026/08/18

Warm, funny English practice at the Literacy Center — where Kofi’s big presentation shines… and the parking lot delivers an unexpected twist. Level: A2–B1 Full episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Learners hear natural English for interrupted actions, advice modals, supportive workplace communication, and everyday expressions for helping someone in a sudden situation. Description — Episode 37 Join Douglas, Penny, and Kofi at the Literacy Center for a night full o...

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10:31

Episode 36: English Listening Practice: Lyla’s First...

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2026/08/11

Warm, funny English practice during a birthday party with 3 flashbacks — where Lyla’s first day and workplace English come back to life. Level: A2–B1 Full episodes are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Learners hear natural English for orientation day, workplace communication, asking for help, and navigating new‑job nerves with confidence. ⭐ Description — Episode 36 Celebrate Lyla’s birthday at Solarbucks — and join the team as they rewind to her very first...

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12:31

English Listening Practice: Caregiving Language for...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/08/05

Warm, funny English practice for talking with a strong‑willed parent — without sounding controlling. Level: A2–B1 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. ESL listening practice for real conversations about checking in on someone respectfully, offering support, and staying calm when emotions run high. Description — Episode 35 Learn practical English for family conversations — especially when you’re talking with a strong‑willed parent who insists on living life on...

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11:47

English Listening Practice: Small Talk, Networking,...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/07/28

Build confidence with simple English phrases for small talk, networking, and polite workplace communication — all inside a friendly inter‑office mixer. Level: A2–B1 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. ESL listening practice for real conversations about meeting new coworkers, asking for help politely, and keeping conversations friendly and balanced. ⭐ Description Learn practical English for social events at work — from making small talk to asking ...

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9:34

English Listening Practice: Workplace Clarity,...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/07/21

Build confidence with simple English phrases for staying calm, pivoting plans, and reassuring others during workplace stress. Level: A2–B1 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. ESL listening practice for real conversations about workplace confidence, emotional steadiness, and clear communication. Description Learn practical English for staying calm, changing plans quickly, and supporting coworkers during stressful moments. In this episode, Douglas, Lyla,...

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13:24

✨ Episode 32: English Speaking Practice —...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/07/15

Build confidence with simple English phrases for checking on someone’s health, offering support, and understanding workplace vocabulary. Level: A2–B1 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. ESL listening practice for real conversations about health, family, and work. Description Learn clear, practical English phrases for talking about health, offering emotional support, and staying confident in everyday conversations. In this episode, Lyla, Zander, A...

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12:07

✨ Episode 31: English Speaking Practice — Phrases for...

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2026/07/08

Build confidence with simple English phrases for staying calm and clear when plans change at home or at work. Level: A2–B1 ESL listening practice for handling sudden changes in daily life and on the job. Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. Description Learn clear, practical English phrases for staying calm and confident when plans change at home or at work. In this episode, Lyla and Adam guide you through real-life examples of sudden schedule changes, ...

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11:55

✨ Episode 30: English Listening Practice, Directions,...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/06/30

A simple office tour becomes a fun English listening lesson with real direction phrases—down the hall, on your right, across from—and a little office comedy. Level: A2–B1 (High Beginner to Intermediate) Category: Workplace English · ESL Listening · Everyday English Improve your English with clear, simple phrases for giving and understanding directions inside a building. This episode helps you follow instructions, stay calm when you feel lost, and use real workplace vocabulary with confi...

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8:54

✨ Episode 29:English Speaking Practice: Phrases for...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/06/24

Improve your workplace English with phrases for urgent situations, last‑minute changes, and fast, clear communication at work. Level: A2–B1 ESL listening practice for handling last‑minute changes at work. Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. What You’ll Learn (Common Questions + Quick Answers) Q: How do I respond when plans change suddenly at work? A: Use phrases like “Thanks for the update — what’s the new plan?” to stay calm and clear. Q: What...

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✨ Episode 28: English Speaking Practice: How to Ask...

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2026/06/17

A simple question becomes a lesson in clarity: asking clear questions at work and in daily life. Level: A2–B1 (High Beginner to Intermediate) Learn how to ask clear questions in English so you can understand people, avoid confusion, and work with confidence. In this episode, Zoe guides you through real-life examples, common mistakes, and the “magic question” that makes communication easier. Perfect for A2–B1 learners who want practical English for daily life, work, and conversations. Includes...

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9:28

✨ Episode 27 English Listening Practice: Help Someone...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/06/10

A neighbor needs urgent help, and Lyla and Zander must stay calm and use clear English in a stressful moment. Full episodes are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. What You’ll Learn (Common Questions + Quick Answers) Q: What can I say to help someone who is stressed or scared? A: Use calm, simple phrases like “I’m here,” “Take a breath,” and “Tell me what you need.” Q: How do I give clear directions in English when someone needs help? A: Use short steps: “Go straight,” “...

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12:33

✨ Episode 26: English Listening Practice — Describing...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/06/03

A gentle mystery of trust, patience, and quiet courage — perfect for learners who want to hear English in emotional, everyday situations. ESL listening practice for present continuous and vocabulary about feelings, routines, and change. Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. What You’ll Learn (Common Questions + Quick Answers) Q: How do I describe actions happening right now? A: Use the present continuous — phrases like “She’s watching,” “He’s waiting,” “They’r...

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9:28

✨ Episode 25 : Easy English Practice: Polite English...

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2026/05/27

Learn the three English phrases that protect your time — without sounding rude. Full episodes are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. What You’ll Learn (Common Questions + Quick Answers) Q: How do I say “no” politely at work? A: Use phrases like “I can help for a few minutes, but I can’t stay late” to stay helpful and clear. Q: What phrases help me protect my time? A: Try “Let’s schedule this for tomorrow morning” or “I’m not the right person —...

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9:06

Episode 24: English Listening Practice: Giving...

Words at Work: ESL for Every Day ·

2026/05/20

English listening practice for giving directions, using landmarks, and helping people find where they need to go. Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major apps. What You’ll Learn (Common Questions + Quick Answers) Q: How do I give simple directions in English? A: Use short, clear steps like “Go straight,” “Turn right,” and “It’s on the corner.” Q: What are landmarks and why do they help? A: Landmarks are easy-to-see places like parks, benches, or building...

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