Latest Episodes
What did the Romans ever do for us? – AIRC622
What did the Romans ever do for us?We can see their influence everywhere: in the roads we travel on, the laws we follow, even the words we speak.In this episode, we’ll explore how an ancient empire didn’t just conquer lands, it laid the foundations...
The Moon | vocabulary, collocations, expressions, facts and idioms – AIRC621
Today’s episode is all about The Moon. You’ll learn useful vocabulary, common collocations, simple expressions, and a few easy idioms.You will hear phrases like “once in a blue moon” and “shoot for the moon,” and learn how to use them in everyday English. Voice...
Describing Physical Appearance in English – AIRC620
In today’s episode, we’re focusing on how to describe physical appearance in English. This is a key skill for everyday communication—whether you’re describing a friend, identifying someone, or telling a story. We’ll look at useful vocabulary, natural expressions, and tips to help you sound...
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...
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...
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...
