Month: April 2026

Gender-neutral English: modern vocabulary in an age of equality – AIRC619

Language is constantly evolving, and one of the most noticeable changes in modern English is the move towards gender-neutral vocabulary. In today’s episode, we’ll explore how English has developed from gender-specific words like fireman and policeman to more inclusive terms like firefighter and police officer. We’ll look at why these changes matter, how they’re used…

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Concessive Clauses and Inversion – AIRC618

Today’s episode is inspired by a message from one of our listeners who’s been exploring concessive clauses—and finding them a bit tricky to use naturally in conversation. If you’ve ever wondered how to say things like “Strange as it may seem” or “Try as he might” without getting lost halfway through the sentence, you’re definitely…

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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 taking an English exam. Email from Carmén from Malaga “I really…

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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 box, or box office success. By the end of the episode,…

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