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Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about climate change – how long-term weather patterns are shifting. Learn to talk about how we can reduce use of fossil fuels, conserve water and move towards renewable energy. Test what you've learnt with the free worksheet on our website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260710 Find more programmes for your level here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And if you find this podcast easy, try our most popular podcast, 6 Minute English:…
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Learning Easy English
Improve your English with these short easy podcasts. Every week, we have a real conversation in Easy English to help you learn. What’s your favourite meal? Do you like birthdays? Do you play any sports? Learn to answer these questions and hear what our presenters say - in English you can…
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14 Aug 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about being grumpy
Neil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about being grumpy – when you're feeling irritated and negative. Learn how to talk about what mood you are in, what makes Neil grumpy and what Georgie does to cheer herself up! VIDEO VERSION AND FREE WORKSHEET: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260814 Find more for your level: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course Receive a weekly email from your favourite presenters and get tips for how to improve your English - sign up here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599 See you next week!
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7 Aug 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about spicy food
Georgie and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about spicy food – those dishes that make your mouth feel hot! Learn how to talk about food that has a kick and find out the spiciest things that Neil and Georgie have ever eaten... Want to read while you listen? Find a free transcript and worksheet to practise here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260807 Find programmes to practise your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/skills And as always... don't forget to sign up to our…
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31 Jul 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about cities
Neil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about cities – large urban areas where lots of people live close together. Learn to talk about what is convenient, and what is not, when you live in a bustling place, and find out which cities Neil and Georgie would like to visit in the future. Test what you've learnt with the free worksheet on our website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260731 Find more programmes for your level here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And if you find this podcast easy, try our most popular…
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24 Jul 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about your family tree
Do you have a big family? Learn to talk about your cousins, grandparents and your family from the past. Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about family trees. Test what you've learnt with the free worksheet on our website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260724 Find more programmes for your level here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And if you find this podcast easy, try our most popular podcast, 6 Minute English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english
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17 Jul 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about your hair.
What is your hair like? Do you like it? Phil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English all about hair. Learn to talk about your hair and getting a haircut. Test what you've learnt with the free worksheet on our website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260717 Find more programmes for your level here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And if you find this podcast easy, try our most popular podcast, 6 Minute English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english
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3 Jul 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about phone habits
Practise your listening with this real conversation in easy English about phone habits – how we spend our time on our phones. Learn to talk about screen time, notifications and doomscrolling with Neil and Becca Test what you've learnt with the free worksheet on our website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260703 Find more programmes for your level here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And if you find this podcast easy, try our most popular podcast, 6 Minute English:…
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26 Jun 2026 · 7 min
Real Easy English: Talking about moving house
Georgie and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about moving house – changing the place where you live. Learn to talk about packing, removal companies and how to protect your fragile possessions! FREE worksheet and transcript: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260626 Find more fun videos and podcasts at your level of English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter for weekly tips to help you improve your English! https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599 Tell us what you think of…
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19 Jun 2026 · 7 min
Real Easy English: Talking about hates
What makes you angry or annoyed? Georgie and Neil talk about what they really don't like. Learn to talk about the difference between annoying and frustrating, and hear some of the things that Georgie and Neil just can't stand. FREE worksheet and transcript: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260619 Find more fun videos and podcasts at your level of English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter for weekly tips to help you improve your English! https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599 ell us…
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12 Jun 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about hot weather
Phil and Becca have a real conversation in easy English about hot weather – when the Sun is shining and the temperature is high. Learn to talk about heatwaves, air conditioning and how to make the most of those hot summer days. FREE worksheet and transcript: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260612 Find more fun videos and podcasts at your level of English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter for weekly tips to help you improve your English! https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599 Tell…
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5 Jun 2026 · 6 min
Real Easy English: Talking about old friends
Becca and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about old friends – the friends you have known for a long time. Learn to talk about the difference between keeping in touch, losing touch and getting back in touch, and find out what helps people to stay friends as they get older. FREE worksheet and transcript: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260605 Find more fun videos and podcasts at your level of English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/easy_course And don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter for weekly tips to help you…
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