Learning Easy English
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- Oct 23, 2026
About the podcast
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 understand.
Practise your listening and hear natural spoken English.
You can watch this podcast with subtitles to help you at https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish
Episodes 125
Talking about job interviews
Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about job interviews – the questions you need to answer when looking for a new place to work. Learn some vocabulary you can use to help prepare for job …
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Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about job interviews – the questions you need to answer when looking for a new place to work. Learn some vocabulary you can use to help prepare for job interviews and find out Becca's least favourite question to answer.
Get the video version of this podcast, plus a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/261023
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Talking about British landmarks
Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about British landmarks – famous sights around the United Kingdom. Learn some vocabulary about sightseeing and find out Georgie and Phil's favourite UK …
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Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about British landmarks – famous sights around the United Kingdom. Learn some vocabulary about sightseeing and find out Georgie and Phil's favourite UK landmarks.
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Real Easy English: Talking about the cinema
Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about the cinema – the place we go to watch films on the big screen. Learn some cinema-related vocabulary and find out what Georgie and Phil find …
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Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about the cinema – the place we go to watch films on the big screen. Learn some cinema-related vocabulary and find out what Georgie and Phil find annoying about other people's cinema behaviour!
Get the video version of this podcast, plus a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/261009
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Real Easy English: Talking about airports
Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about airports – the place we go when we travel by plane. Learn to talk about the different stages of catching a plane, and find out whether Becca or Neil …
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Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about airports – the place we go when we travel by plane. Learn to talk about the different stages of catching a plane, and find out whether Becca or Neil has ever missed a flight...!
Find a VIDEO VERSION of this podcast, plus a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/261002
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Real Easy English: Talking about autumn
Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about autumn – the season after summer, where trees begin to lose their leaves.Learn to talk about crunchy leaves and cosy firesides, and find out what …
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Becca and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about autumn – the season after summer, where trees begin to lose their leaves.
Learn to talk about crunchy leaves and cosy firesides, and find out what unusual choice of food Neil has cooked on a bonfire...!
Watch a video version of this podcast and find a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260925
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Real Easy English: Talking about hard jobs
Neil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about hard jobs – the work they have done in the past which they didn't enjoy. Learn to talk about hard jobs, and find out why Neil once paid two …
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Neil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about hard jobs – the work they have done in the past which they didn't enjoy.
Learn to talk about hard jobs, and find out why Neil once paid two dollars to do a day's hard farm work!
Watch a video version of this podcast and find a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260918
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Real Easy English: Talking about desserts
Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about desserts – the sweet treats we have at the end of a meal. Learn to talk about having a sweet tooth or being a chocolate person, and find out the …
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Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about desserts – the sweet treats we have at the end of a meal. Learn to talk about having a sweet tooth or being a chocolate person, and find out the surprising dessert that Phil still thinks about 20 years later!
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Real Easy English: Talking about complaining
Georgie and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about how we tell people we are not happy about something - complaining. Learn how to talk about whether you might be entitled to a discount, and find …
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Georgie and Neil have a real conversation in easy English about how we tell people we are not happy about something - complaining. Learn how to talk about whether you might be entitled to a discount, and find out why some hotel reviews have got Neil worried...
Watch a video version of this podcast and find a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260904
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Real Easy English: Talking about housework
Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about housework – the jobs we need to do around the house to keep things clean and tidy. Learn how to talk about hoovering, sweeping and mopping the …
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Georgie and Phil have a real conversation in easy English about housework – the jobs we need to do around the house to keep things clean and tidy. Learn how to talk about hoovering, sweeping and mopping the floor, and find out which chore Phil is most likely to put off.
Watch a video version of this podcast and find a free worksheet and transcript here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260828
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Real Easy English: Talking about coffee
Georgie and Neil talk about the hot (or cold) drink that gives us energy when we're tired. Learn to talk about how you take your coffee and find out what ingredient Georgie adds!VIDEO VERSION AND FREE …
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Georgie and Neil talk about the hot (or cold) drink that gives us energy when we're tired. Learn to talk about how you take your coffee and find out what ingredient Georgie adds!
VIDEO VERSION AND FREE WORKSHEET: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/real-easy-english/260821
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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...
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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
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Real Easy English: Talking about climate change
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 …
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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
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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 improve your English! https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599 Tell us what you think of this podcast by sending us an email at [email protected]
Real Easy English: Talking about the beach
Neil and Becca have a real conversation in easy English about beaches – the area of sand, or pebbles, where the land meets the sea. Learn to talk about the difference between sandy beaches and pebbly beaches …
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Neil and Becca have a real conversation in easy English about beaches – the area of sand, or pebbles, where the land meets the sea. Learn to talk about the difference between sandy beaches and pebbly beaches, how to cool down after you've been sunbathing, and the difficulties of eating picnics on the sand!
FREE worksheet and transcript: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/260529
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Real Easy English: Talking about names
Phil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about names – the words we use to identify ourselves and our pets. Learn to talk about who you were named after, whether your name is common or unusual …
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Phil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about names – the words we use to identify ourselves and our pets. Learn to talk about who you were named after, whether your name is common or unusual, and find out Georgie's funny nickname!
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Real Easy English: Talking about DIY
Learn to talk about the difference between putting things up and putting things together, what DIY actually stands for, and the highs and lows of flat-pack furniture. Get a free worksheet and transcript at …
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Learn to talk about the difference between putting things up and putting things together, what DIY actually stands for, and the highs and lows of flat-pack furniture. Get a free worksheet and transcript at bbclearningenglish.com.
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Real Easy English: Talking about fruit
Becca and Neil talk about fruit, how to tell when fruit is ripe, and whether they prefer juicy or dried fruit. Also learn words like sweet, sour and crunchy! Get a free worksheet and transcript at …
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Becca and Neil talk about fruit, how to tell when fruit is ripe, and whether they prefer juicy or dried fruit. Also learn words like sweet, sour and crunchy! Get a free worksheet and transcript at bbclearningenglish.com.
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Real Easy English: Talking about the dentist
Neil and Becca talk about the dentist. Learn to talk about why we wear braces, what fillings are for, and where to go if you have toothache.Subscribe to our newsletter! Receive weekly tips and read a message …
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Neil and Becca talk about the dentist. Learn to talk about why we wear braces, what fillings are for, and where to go if you have toothache.
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Real Easy English: Talking about memory
Becca and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about memory – our ability to remember things from the past. Learn to talk about being forgetful, collecting mementos and reminiscing with …
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Becca and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about memory – our ability to remember things from the past. Learn to talk about being forgetful, collecting mementos and reminiscing with friends.
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Real Easy English: Talking about work
Learn to talk about being stressed or calm, being organised or disorganised and how a supportive environment can help someone who feels nervous.Subscribe to our newsletter! Receive weekly tips and read a …
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Learn to talk about being stressed or calm, being organised or disorganised and how a supportive environment can help someone who feels nervous.
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Real Easy English: Talking about sunshine
Practise your listening and learn vocabulary like clear skies, shade and sun cream. Neil and Becca talk about sunny weather.Subscribe to our newsletter! Receive weekly tips and read a message from your …
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Practise your listening and learn vocabulary like clear skies, shade and sun cream. Neil and Becca talk about sunny weather.
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Real Easy English: Talking about books
Neil and Becca talk about the written word, when printed on pages and bound together with a cover. Learn words like 'novel', 'biography' and 'poem'.WATCH THIS PODCAST: ✔️ …
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Neil and Becca talk about the written word, when printed on pages and bound together with a cover. Learn words like 'novel', 'biography' and 'poem'.
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