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Episodes
#118 Losing a job (Med)
Learn English for talking about losing your job. Practise ways to explain workplace changes and sympathetic responses to someone who has had bad news.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #118 Losing a job (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #118 Losing a job (Med).Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
#117 Borrowing books at the library (Med)
Learn English useful for visiting a library. Practise everyday phrases for returning borrowed items, asking about late fees and due dates, renewing items, reserving titles, and using the library catalogue.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #117 Borrowing books at the library (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #117 Borrowing books at the library (Med).Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
#116 Visiting a vet (Med)
Learn English useful for talking about your sick pet. Practise everyday phrases for explaining when an animal is not eating, drinking, or acting normally.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #116 Visiting a vet (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #116 Visiting a vet (Med)Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
How to answer the 2026 Census English proficiency question | Bonus episode
How do you choose between "not well", "well" and "very well" when the Census asks about your English? Honorary Professor Lynda Yates explains what these answers mean in everyday life, why perfect grammar isn't the goal, and how to assess your English with confidence.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
#115 Working on the side (Med)
Learn English useful for talking about side hustles and earning extra income. Practise everyday phrases for describing additional work, managing responsibilities, and talking about money.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #115 Working on the side (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #115 Working on the side.Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
#114 Talking about the Census and data security (Med)
Learn English useful for talking about the Census, data security, and protecting personal information. Practise everyday phrases for expressing concern, explaining risks, and talking about how data is kept safe.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #114 Talking about the Census and data security (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #114 Talking about the Census and data security.Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
MiniPod: Hammered | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like ‘hammered’.
#113 Talking about winter comfort food (Med)
Learn English useful for talking about cosy meals and winter comfort food. Practise everyday phrases for describing cravings, warm meals, and food that makes you feel comfortable in cold weather.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #113 Talking about winter comfort food (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #113 Talking about winter comfort food.Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
MiniPod: Banger | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like ‘Banger’.
MiniPod: On the back foot | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'On the back foot'.
#112 Keeping kids busy | Surviving school holidays (Med)
Learn English phrases for keeping kids busy during the school holidays. Practise everyday English for talking about children’s behaviour, boredom, and common challenges at home.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you’ve learned with our quiz here.
Bonus Practice: #112 Keeping kids busy | Surviving school holidays (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #112 Keeping kids busy | Surviving school holidays (Med)Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.
MiniPod: Man On! | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'Man On!'.
MiniPod: Keep your eye on the ball | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'Keep your eye on the ball'.
#111 Water problems at home? |Talking to a plumber (Med)
Learn English useful for describing plumbing problems at home. Practise everyday phrases for explaining issues, asking about cost, and arranging repairs.
Bonus Practice: #111 Water problems at home? Talking to a plumber (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #111 Water problems at home? Talking to a plumber.
MiniPod: GOAT | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'GOAT'.Learning notes and more free lessons available: https://www.sbs.com.au/language/english/en/podcast-episode/minipod-goat-words-we-use/nw7cwsrcg
#110 Trying on shoes (Med)
Learn English useful for talking about trying on, buying, and finding shoes that fit well. Practise everyday phrases for describing how shoes feel, asking for a different size, and explaining what you are looking for in a comfortable pair.
Bonus Practice: #110 Trying on shoes (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #110 Trying on shoes.
#109 Talking about ageing parents (Med)
Learn English useful for talking about ageing parents and family responsibilities. Practise everyday phrases for describing challenges, offering help, and discussing how to support parents.
Bonus Practice: #109 Talking about ageing parents (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #109 Talking about ageing parents.
#108 Talking about the cost of living
Learn English useful for talking about money, expenses, and financial pressure. Practise everyday phrases for describing rising costs, managing a budget, and explaining financial challenges.
Bonus Practice: #108 Talking about the cost of living
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #108 Talking about the cost of living
#107 Protecting Wildlife | Talking about animals and nature (Med)
Learn useful English for talking about animals, nature, and protecting wildlife. Practise everyday phrases for discussing threats to animals, expressing concern, and describing the environment.
Bonus Practice: #107 Protecting Wildlife | Talking About Animals and Nature (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #107 Protecting Wildlife | Talking About Animals and Nature.
#106 Mmm or Hmm? Trying new and unusual food
Learn useful English for talking about unusual or strong flavours. Practise everyday phrases for reacting to new foods, sharing opinions, and encouraging someone to try something new.
Bonus Practice: #106 Mmm or Hmm? Trying new and unusual food
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #106 Mmm or Hmm? Trying new and unusual food.
#105 Celebrating small wins at work
Learn useful English for talking about small wins at work. Practise phrases for celebrating achievements, staying motivated, and making progress step by step.
Bonus Practice: #105 Celebrating small wins at work
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #105 Celebrating small wins at work.
#104 Talking about school exams | NAPLAN
Learn useful English for talking about school tests, studying, exam pressure, and when you do really well.
Bonus Practice: #104 Talking about school exams | NAPLAN
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #104 Talking about school exams | NAPLAN
#103 Talking about online dating (Med)
Learn everyday English phrases for online dating. Practise expressions like “match,” “ghosted,” and “slide into DMs” while improving your speaking skills.
Bonus Practice: #103 Talking about online dating (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #103 Talking about online dating (Med)
#102 Getting organised (Med)
Learn practical English phrases for getting organised and managing daily tasks, including planning ahead, meeting deadlines, and staying on top of responsibilities.
Bonus Practice: #102 Getting organised (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #102 Getting organised (Med)
Bonus Practice: #101 Having a laugh (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #101 Having a laugh (Med)
#101 Having a laugh (Med)
Learn how to talk about things that make you laugh. Practise phrases that help you share stories, react to jokes, and enjoy conversations more.
Relax and enjoy: Talking about movies
Learn useful phrases to talk about movies and going to the cinema.
Relax and enjoy: Talking about reading and books (Med)
Learn how to start conversations about books. Plus find out where you can find books in your language.
MiniPod: To be stuffed | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'to be stuffed'.
Gather and celebrate: Talking over a BBQ (Med)
Learn how to describe cooking at a barbecue.
Gather and celebrate: Inviting friends | Beach safety
Learn casual ways to invite your friends to go to the beach. Plus, find out the number one danger on Australian beaches and how to stay safe when swimming in the sea.
Gather and celebrate: Organising a party (Med)
Learn how to talk about having a party.
MiniPod: Sleep on it | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'sleep on it'.
MiniPod: To shout | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'to shout'.
#100 More or less? Talking about quantities
Learn how to talk about amounts and quantities in everyday English.
Bonus Practice: #100 More or less? Talking about quantities
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #100 More or less? Talking about quantities
MiniPod: Take it easy | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'take it easy'.
MiniPod: Call it a day | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'call it a day'.
#99 Saying ‘No’ to alcohol
Learn polite ways to refuse a drink in English. Discover useful expressions for taking it slow, sitting one out or explaining you're on a permanent dry spell.
Bonus Practice: #99 Saying ‘No’ to alcohol
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #99 Saying 'No' to alcohol.
MiniPod: Piece of cake | Words we use
Learn a new phrase and make your English sound more natural and interesting. Words We Use is a bilingual series that helps you understand idioms like 'a piece of cake'
#98 Splitting the bill (Med)
Learn how to split the bill in English. Discover useful expressions for sharing costs, shouting rounds, and transferring your share easily.
Bonus Practice: #98 Splitting the bill (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #98 Splitting the bill (Med)
#97 Complimenting someone’s style (Med)
Learn how to talk about fashion, and how to compliment someone in English, perfect for parties and cultural events.
Bonus Practice: #97 Complimenting someone’s style (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #97 Complimenting someone’s style (Med)
#96 At a swimming lesson (Med)
Learn how to talk about swimming in English.
Bonus Practice: #96 At a swimming lesson (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #96 At a swimming lesson (Med).
#95 Under the stars (Med)
Learn how to talk about the night sky and stargazing.
Bonus Practice: #95 Under the stars (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #95 Under the stars (Med).
#94 Talking about autism (Med)
Learn how to talk about Autism Spectrum Disorder respectfully. Understand common autism symptoms and use simple language to describe autism in everyday conversations.
Bonus Practice: #94 Talking about autism (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #94 Talking about autism (Med).
Bonus Practice: #93 Bragging about your car
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #93 Bragging about your car (Med)
#93 Bragging about your car (Med)
Learn how to talk about cars and understand common Aussie car slang.
#92 Asking for donations (Med)
Learn how to ask for money or donations in English.
Bonus Practice: #92 Asking for donations (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode#92 Asking for donations (Med).
#91 Asking for a job reference (Adv)
Learn polite ways to request a job reference from managers or colleagues.
Bonus Practice: #91Asking for a job reference (Adv)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #91 Asking for a job reference (Adv).
#90 Talking about role models | First Nations Elders (Med)
Learn how to describe people who inspire you.
Bonus Practice: #90 Talking about role models | First Nations Elders (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #90 Talking about role models | First Nations Elders (Med).
#89 Describing your home (Med)
Learn how to describe your home and talk about house layouts, renovations, and space.
Bonus Practice: #89 Describing your home (Med)
Practise speaking the dialogue from episode #89 Describing your home (Med)
MiniPod: Ep 6 Visiting a place for a first time | Out and About| English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I haven’t been here before. | Do you need to buy a ticket?| Can you help me? | What time are you open ‘til?
MiniPod: Ep 5 At the train station | Out and About| English on Repeat (Easy)
Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: When is the next train to the city?| How can I get to ‘Central’ station? | Does this train stop at ‘Central’ Station? | I’ll meet you on Platform 1
