Latest Episodes
Arctic vs Antarctica: What Makes the Poles So Different? – AIRC617
In this week’s podcast, we’ll explore how these icy worlds differ in geography, wildlife, climate, and human presence. We’ll also look at useful vocabulary and expressions to help you talk confidently about polar regions in English, whether you’re just chatting with a friend or...
The Many Meanings of “Box” in English | Idioms, Collocations & Vocabulary – AIRC616
The word “box” seems simple, but it appears everywhere in English. We use it for physical objects, technology, business, sport, and even psychology. In this episode, we’ll explore how this small word creates many useful expressions such as think outside the box, ticking a...
While, whilst, though, although and other linking words – AIRC615
In today’s episode, we’ll explain the difference between though, although and while/whilst, look at how they are used in real sentences, and explore when you should use them in everyday English. You’ll also learn how to use some other linking words that may be...
English words we love and hate – AIRC614
Can you feel a certain way about a word? Do you like some words more than others? English is full of fascinating vocabulary and today we’re going to talk about words we love and words we dislike. We’ll explore why certain words make us...
As Cool as a Cucumber! Learn Popular English Similes & How to Use Them – AIRC613
In this podcast, you’ll learn how to make your English more colourful and descriptive. We are looking at similes—a type of figurative language that compares two different things using the words “like” or “as.” What is a simile? A simile compares two different things...
Meditation – What it is and how to practise it – AIRC612
In this podcast, you’ll learn what meditation really is, how to start doing it, and why it can improve concentration, mood, and even language learning.Many people think meditation means emptying your mind — it doesn’t. Meditation is actually training your attention. You’ll learn how...
