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ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 55 - A Trip to the LibraryI read in the local paper that a new public library had just opened two weeks ago in my neighborhood. I wanted to check it out. But first, I called the library to check the hours of operation. The librarian told me that they were open Monday through Saturday from 10 to 6 so I decided to see the new library for myself. I parked my car in the library parking lot and walked in. There were two library clerks behind the counter and a librarian at the reference desk . I walked around and spotted the non- fiction section and moved...
2025-11-2220 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 54 - Talking to the Professor[A knock on the door.] Jeff: Come in. Julie: Hi, Dr. McQuillan, I'm Julie Taylor. I'm in your 2 o'clock class on Thursdays. Jeff: Hi, Julie. Have a seat. What can I do for you? Julie: I wanted to come see you during your office hours because I missed class last week. I had a family emergency . Jeff: I'm sorry to hear that. We went over a lot of material so make sure you get the notes from another student in class. Julie: Thanks, I will. Did you give any assignments ? Jeff: Yes, I assigned an essay on the topics...
2025-11-2220 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 53 - Understanding Men and WomenLucy: Jeff, here's a question. I was just talking to Dawn. You know, they had their first wedding anniversary last week. Guess what her husband gave her as a present. Jeff: I don't know. What? Lucy: He gave her a vacuum cleaner . Jeff: Didn't she want a vacuum cleaner? Lucy: Yes, the old one was broken, but that's not the point! It was their wedding anniversary, their first one. Dawn was really upset that he wasn't more romantic. He really let her down. Jeff: Oh, great. Women are always saying that men aren't romantic. But we are! Just not...
2025-11-2219 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 52 - At the Art ExhibitI really wanted to see the new exhibit at the art museum and invited Lucy to come along. We both like contemporary art and this was an exhibition for an artist that we've both liked, ever since she was an up and coming artist 10 years ago. This was a retrospective so there was going to be a lot of different types of work by the artist. There would be some of the artist's paintings, her early work. There would also be some of her sculptures. Her most recent work is mixed media. This is very versatile and that's one...
2025-11-2218 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 51 - Staying InIt's Friday night and my roommate and I feel like staying in. We've both had a tough week at work and decided to have a low-key evening. On my way home, I stopped at the video rental store and rented a couple of movies. I got a new release and a classic. I thought I had left my membership card at home but found it at the last minute. I like going to my local rental store because it doesn't charge late fees. That's handy when I don't have time to return the DVDs the next day. My roommate...
2025-11-2220 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 50 - Cashing a CheckThe local branch of my bank is located just a few blocks from where I live. It's very convenient, since it has four ATMs open 24/7. Today I had to go in to make a deposit, but since I wanted to cash a check as well, I needed to go inside to talk to a teller. Inside the bank, I got in line for the tellers. All the tellers are behind a large piece of bulletproof glass , so you have to speak up when you are talking to them. Anyway, when I got to the head of the line, the...
2025-11-2217 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 49 - Car TroubleI was driving down the Santa Monica freeway yesterday, headed towards downtown, when all of a sudden I see my engine light come on. Needless to say, that's not the sort of thing one likes to see. So I immediately pull over to the side of the road and park on the shoulder . I pop the hood and look to see what the problem might be. I'm no mechanic. I barely know how to change the oil and the wiper fluid‚ but perhaps something would pop out at me. The car didn't overheat, since there was no steam coming ou...
2025-11-2222 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 48 - At the MoviesMy friend Jim and I decided to see the latest blockbuster this weekend. I like a good action movie once in a while. We decided to meet at the movie theater after work. When I got the theater, I looked around and didn't see Jim. So, I thought I would get in line to buy tickets. There were two different lines so I asked a woman standing in the first one, "Is this the line for Mission Impossible 4?" and she said, "Yes, I'm afraid it is." I turned around and saw why she said that. It was really long...
2025-11-2120 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 47 - A Trip to New York City(The phone rings.) Lucy: Hello. Jeff: Hey Lucy, it's Jeff. Lucy: Hey, welcome back. How was your vacation? Jeff: Oh, it was great. The seven days in New York was a blast. Lucy: Oh, yeah? Did you do any sightseeing or just visit with friends? Jeff: I got to do both, actually. First, I saw my friend Edmundo who just moved there. He hadn't seen much of the city himself so we went to all the tourist spots. We got a guidebook and went to the major museums, saw a play, went to a concert in Central Park, and...
2025-11-2021 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 45 - A Visit to the DoctorGoing to the doctor is never particularly pleasant for me. But I couldn't put it off any longer. It was time for my annual physical, and there was no getting around it. So I picked up the phone and called for an appointment. "I'd like to see Dr. Shimoya next week, please, if that's possible," I said. Of course, it wasn't possible. The doctor was booked until next month, the receptionist told me. "Okay," I said, "let's schedule it for next month.‚" When the day arrives, I drive over to the doctor and check-in at the receptionist desk. I ha...
2025-10-2320 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 44 - Making a Good ImpressionMy interview is today. It is with a marketing company. It is a large corporation with its headquarters in San Francisco, CA. It also has satellite offices across the U.S. and in Europe. I'm not sure if this would be the right fit for me, but I'm keeping an open mind. I got some sound advice from my aunt. She said that I should be confident but not cocky. That means I have to look for opportunities to talk about my qualifications, but don't make the mistake of boasting or worse, making things up. I do that sometimes...
2025-10-2115 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 43 - Getting an InterviewI've finally landed my first interview. Well, actually, that's not really true. I have been on many interviews for part-time jobs. This was my first interview for a full-time job. In less than two months, I will graduate from Arizona University. After a lot of back and forth trying to decide on a major, I finally decided to double major. I would study both political science and marketing. These are not majors that usually go together. In fact, most people thought I was crazy. But, after a lot of soul searching, I decided to combine my two main interests: 1. politics...
2025-10-1920 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 42 - Formal EmailsDear Dr. Lee: I don't know if you'll remember me, but I introduced myself to you after your keynote at last week's conference. As I mentioned to you, I have read all of your journal papers and I am a great admirer of your research. Your article in the top journal Language Learning was groundbreaking. The reason I am contacting you is that I would like to come to your university to study with you. I met some of your students at the conference and they couldn't stop singing your praises as a professor and as an advisor. I...
2025-10-1720 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 41 - Tough NegotiationsI'm not what you would call the world's best negotiator, but sometimes it's necessary to engage in a tough negotiation. Take, for instance, the time I had to renew the lease on my apartment. This was back in college, when I was renting a small studio in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles. When my lease was up , the landlord and I sat down to hammer out the terms of a new lease. "I'll tell you what I'm going to do," he said. "I'm going to give you a break on rent if you sign a two-year lease...
2025-10-1520 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 40 - HomecomingFall is once again upon us, and that means that homecoming celebrations are just around the corner. Homecoming is an American tradition each September and October for high schools and colleges where they celebrate their school spirit with a football game and other celebrations. I remember the homecoming events when I was in school. First, there was the election of a homecoming king and queen. Each class had its own representative, one boy and one girl, usually the most popular jock and the cutest cheerleader . Needless to say, I was neither, so I never stood a chance of being...
2025-09-2320 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 39 - Reality T.V.It's hard to watch TV these days without seeing reality shows. Some nights, it's hard to find a scripted drama to watch. There are so many different kinds of reality shows, too. The most popular one in the U.S. has been the "American Idol" show. This is a singing competition where amateurs try to impress the judges and the audience calls in to vote off a contestant each week. The last person left standing gets a recording contract. I think many countries now have a reality show like this. This show starts its fourth season this year and...
2025-09-2216 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 38 - Food for the BarbecueI moved into the new apartment last month and decided to invite a few friends over for a house-warming party. I didn't want to spend the day cooking, so I decided to have a barbeque. The food would be easy to prepare and I could cook it when my friends got here. But first, I had to go get a few things at the supermarket. I got to the store and got a cart. I started out in the meat department. It wouldn't be a barbeque without hamburgers so I bought some ground beef. I also picked up some...
2025-09-2121 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 37 - Buying a PetMy niece is turning 8 next week and I decided to buy her a new pet. She had been asking her parents for a pet for a long time. But, they were worried about taking care of a pet. I told them I would go to the pet store to see if I could find a pet that wouldn't be too much of a bother. I walked into a big pet store and looked around. I saw cages with dogs and cats. There were also bird cages with birds of every color. I even saw some snakes! I saw a...
2025-09-1915 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 36 - Shopping at the MallI needed a new dress for a wedding I was attending next week so I went to the mall during my lunch hour. The mall had a big variety of stores, including two department stores so I was sure to find something that was just right. I found a space in the parking structure and entered the mall through the main entrance. This was right next to the food court. Okay, where to start? I headed to one of the two department stores. On the way there, though, I saw a nice dress in a window display of a...
2025-09-1817 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 35 - Working Late at the OfficeI was so glad it was Friday afternoon. I've been thinking--TGIF--all day. I was on my way out of the office when I saw Nick sitting at his desk. Even though the office was nearly empty, he didn't look like he was ready to leave. In fact, he looked like he was still swamped with work. Linda: Hi, Nick. You're here late. Nick: Yeah, it looks like this may be an all-nighter. I just got a project dumped in my lap. Linda: You're kidding! On Friday afternoon? What happened? Nick: Well, the person who was put in charge of...
2025-09-1718 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 34 - Cafe LivingOne of my favorite hang-outs is a cafe near where I live called Bolivar in Santa Monica. It's only five minutes away, and its never too busy to find a table. Sometimes it can be bustling, but that's usually just in the morning during rush hour or at lunchtime. The owners are from Venezuela, and always have some cool music playing in the background. Yesterday, I decided to take my New York Times and my laptop and kill a few hours there. I ordered the usual. I'm a regular , the folks there know I want a Vanilla Latte with...
2025-09-1615 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 33 - Being GiftedWould you want to have a special talent in something? Maybe as a musician or an athlete? I'm of two minds about this. Sometimes I watch TV or read about someone who has a special talent. This was true during the Olympics. Some of those athletes I saw were very talented. Whether it was playing soccer, running track, ice skating, or doing gymnastic routines, you could see how gifted they were and how well- trained and focused they were. I get the same feeling when I see musicians who can sing well or play an instrument easily. Watching or...
2025-09-1515 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 32 - Going to the Post OfficeFor me, things never go very smoothly at my local post office. I've learned that if you want to mail a letter, you'll have no problems. But if things get more complicated than that, well, watch out! Yesterday I went there to mail a small package and to pick up a book of stamps. I waited my turn in line, and when I get up to the window, the clerk asks me, "What can I do for you?" "Well," I said, "I need a book‚no, make that a roll of stamps. And I need to send this package pr...
2025-09-1414 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 33 - Being GiftedWould you want to have a special talent in something? Maybe as a musician or an athlete? I'm of two minds about this. Sometimes I watch TV or read about someone who has a special talent. This was true during the Olympics. Some of those athletes I saw were very talented. Whether it was playing soccer, running track, ice skating, or doing gymnastic routines, you could see how gifted they were and how well- trained and focused they were. I get the same feeling when I see musicians who can sing well or play an instrument easily. Watching or...
2025-09-1415 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 31 - Reading the NewspaperI fell into the habit of reading the newspaper every morning when I was a kid. Back then, there used to be two daily newspapers--morning edition and an afternoon edition. Nowadays, of course, many cities in the U.S. have just a morning paper. I'm not too picky about which newspaper I read, although when it comes to national newspapers, I prefer reading the New York Times or the Wall Street Journal over the USA Today. Don't get me wrong: I'm not a news junkie. I just like browsing the different sections, reading the headlines, and checking out the...
2025-09-1116 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 30 - Going to the DrugstoreI stopped by the drugstore last night on my way back home from work. I had a few toiletries to pick up, as well as my prescription. Fortunately, the chain pharmacy where I go has a little bit of everything: food, greeting cards, magazines--it's almost as big as a regular supermarket. To begin with, I needed to get some medications for my allergies. I've got hay fever, so I'm sneezing up a storm every morning when I wake up. While I was at it, I also got some antacids and some Band-Aids. Now it was time to pick up...
2025-09-1017 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 29 - Unkind CommentsYesterday, I was talking to an ex-colleague of mine who, quite frankly, has something of a big mouth. I bumped into him at the beach, where he was walking his dog. Anyway, as I was saying, he's the kind of guy that's always bad mouthing his co-workers. So he comes up to me and says, "Hey, Jeff. Long time, no see. What've you been up to?" "Ah, not much, " I said. "Well, guess who I saw yesterday? John Robeson, the guy from accounting at Firth Industries. You remember him, the guy with big ears and and an ego to match."...
2025-09-0916 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 28 - Small Talk About the WeatherI admit that I'm not very good at small talk . When I'm with friends, I can just shoot the breeze all day long. But when I talk to a stranger or someone I don't know very well, I'm always casting about, searching for something to talk about. Politics and religion are definitely taboo subjects, at least here in the United States. But you have to chat about something, otherwise there are these uncomfortable silences. So we end up talking about‚ what else?‚ the weather. This usually begins with something like, "So, nice weather we've been having!" or "It sure is a wa...
2025-09-0815 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 27 - Good AdviceI came across some good advice while reading this week. If you're like me, you spend most of your time thinking about all of the things that are on your "to-do‚" list and you try to figure out how you're going to do them all. Or, sometimes, I think about things that have already happened. Maybe I messed up my presentation at work or had a fight with my boyfriend. People dwell on these kinds of things all of the time. The book I was reading made a very good point. If you're constantly thinking about the past or th...
2025-09-0715 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 26 - Daily ErrandsI've had a really busy day today. I rolled out of bed at around 7:00 AM, like every morning, and jumped in the shower. After brushing my teeth and shaving, I picked up my morning paper from the front sidewalk and started reading it. I like to eat breakfast when I read the paper, so I poured myself a bowl of cereal. At around 7:30, I went into my office and sat down to go over my to-do list. First, it was off to the post office to check my P.O. box. Then I went to the public library down the...
2025-09-0516 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 25 - Problems at the OfficeLucy: Hey Jeff, can I pick your brain for a minute?Jeff: Sure, what's up? Lucy: Well, I have a sticky situation at work and I wanted to get your input. You're always so tactful .Jeff: Thanks. I'm not sure I can help but I'll give you my two cents.Lucy: Well, it's like this. There's this guy I work with who is always making jokes about the boss. Don't get me wrong. I like a good joke now and then, especially about the boss. But, sometimes he goes too far. Jeff. What do you mean? Lucy: Well, just the...
2025-09-0415 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 024 - Driving on the FreewaysDriving in a big city like L.A. can be so stressful. It sometimes feels like I'm doing battle just to get to the grocery store, much less across town. What is it about getting behind the wheel that brings out people's aggressive side? The most mild-mannered mother of three turns into a race car driver when she gets on the road. In L.A., people rely on the freeway to commute to their jobs or just to get around town. I think driving on the freeway has it's good and bad. On the one hand, there are no stoplights...
2025-09-0220 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 023 - Spring CleaningSpring cleaning is supposed to take place before summer, not after it. But, as usual, I procrastinated and now I have to finally get rid of all the junk I've accumulated over the year. But now there are no if's, and's, or but's about it--the cleaning must be done!I start in my bedroom. I have a king bed, with a sheet on the mattress and a top sheet, with pillow cases on the pillows. At top all that I have a down comforter. Well, they all need to be washed, so into the machine they go. Next I start...
2025-09-0117 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 022 - Seeing Old FriendsThis is turning out to be a month for seeing old friends. I got an email a couple of weeks ago from an old friend from graduate school. She and her family are visiting L.A. for a week. They plan to see family and to visit old friends. Since she moved out of the country, I hadn't seen her in ages. I'm looking forward to meeting her new kids and seeing her again. Another old friend called this week. She and I were buddies in our undergraduate days. She plans to swing by L.A. on her way to...
2025-08-3115 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 21 - Tell Me About YourselfWell, I was born and raised in Minnesota, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to be exact. I won't say how long ago that was, but let's just say I'm no spring chicken. I grew up there with my rather large family of 8 brothers and 2 sisters. (I was the baby of the family, but I swear I wasn't spoiled!) We were 13 in all, probably the biggest family in the neighborhood, maybe in the state. I had a mostly happy childhood. My father and mother didn't have a lot of money, but we were never worried about keeping up with the Joneses...
2025-08-2913 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPodcast 020 - Buying a New ComputerMy computer has been acting up on me. It's a pretty old model, and I need to replace it. So I decided to call up my friend Kevin to ask for his two cents. Kevin is a computer whiz. He knows PC really well since he worked on them for years, but in his heart of hearts, he is a big Mac fan. So, I thought he would be good person to ask. I have always used a PC. I do mostly word processing so I don't need anything fancy. But, I see people I know doing cool things...
2025-08-2816 min
American International PodcastRebel Highway: Motorcycle GangRebel Highway (1994) Episode 3: "Motorcycle Gang" Original Airdate: August 8, 1994 Jeff and Cheryl cruise down Rebel Highway with Episode #3, "Motorcycle Gang." Teleplay by Kent Anderson and Laurie McQuillan Story by Kent Anderson Directed by John Milius Starring: Gerald McRaney as Cal Morris Jake Busey as Jake John Cassini as Crab Richard Edson as Volker Carla Gugino as Leann Morris Elan Oberon as Jean Morris Marshall Teague as Kincaid Robert Miranda as Lawyer Gina Mastrogiacomo as Waitress Don McManus as Cisco Julia McNe...
2025-06-3041 min
Zero Ambitions PodcastCan we address the decarbonisation of homes by focusing on health? With Jenny Danson (Healthy Homes Hub)Can we address the decarbonisation of homes by focusing on health? That's the mission that Jenny Danson has set for herself in establishing Healthy Homes Hub, and it's a question that manages to subvert Betteridge's Law of headlines, too. Healthy Homes Hub is a network, built around an online platform, that's dedicated to transforming the way people experience social housing, and its environmental impact, by creating healthier housing environments. Comprising a series of eight dedicated hubs that cover everything from policy and finance, to retrofit and air quality, the platform enable easy access to important information, insights, a...
2025-02-041h 06
Big Thinker Universe PodcastMike McQuillan
Throughout his life, Mike McQuillan has had two constants – Speaking and physical fitness.
Mike got his start in fitness by delivering and installing exercise equipment in customers’ homes before moving up to retail sales, personal training, sports coaching, and classroom instruction.
On the speaking front, he began in Toastmasters over 20 years ago. He is currently an officer in two clubs and recently won the division level international speaking competition. He is a certified World Class Speaking Coach and creator of FIT Presenter, which is your number one resource for public speaking in the fitness industry. You don’t have to wor...
2023-11-1146 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod019 - Going ShoppingESLPodcast 19 - Going Shopping Tags: ShoppingAudio Index: 15:33Believe it or not, I don't own an iPod. I know, I know. I'm really behind the times, but I have an excuse. I've been so busy at my work lately, I haven't had time to take a break. So finally yesterday I went shopping for an iPod down at the mall in Santa Monica. I walked into the Mac store there and was immediately greeted by a salesperson. He asked, "Can I help you find something?" "No," I...
2023-07-2915 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod018 - Getting Around (Fast)ESLPodcast 18 - Getting Around (Fast) Tags: Daily Life , TransportationAudio Index: 15:34Getting around in the United States is sometimes not very easy. Most people own their own cars, but not everyone can foot the bill for the car, plus the insurance, gas, and maintenance. Most big cities have buses, but they are much slower than a car. Several cities in the U.S. have subway systems, but many do not. There are even fewer trains that transport daily commuters. In cities such as Los Angeles, public transportation is much more limited...
2023-07-2815 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod017 - Going to the Movies (Fast)ESLPodcast 17 - Going to the Movies (Fast) Tags: EntertainmentAudio Index: 20:00I love watching movies. I like a lot of different genres. No matter what my mood is, I can always find something that fits the bill. When I'm feeling down, I sometimes like a good comedy. My favorite are romantic comedies. The plot is pretty simple. A boy meets a girl and there are road blocks to them getting together. The lead actors are usually likable people, the supporting cast give comic relief and villains are people we love to...
2023-07-2720 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod016 - Summertime Vacations (Fast)ESLPodcast 16 - Summertime Vacations (Fast) Tags: TravelAudio Index: 18:41I think the best summer vacation I've ever taken was when I went out East a few years ago. Two of my friends and I went on a two-week road trip. At the time, I was living in St. Paul, Minnesota, in the Midwest of the United States. Anyway, we started off camping every night, but that got real old, real fast. So we started checking in to hotels after about the third day. We were headed for Washington, DC first. Checking...
2023-07-2618 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod015 - Going to a Concert II (Fast)ESLPodcast 15 - Going to a Concert II (Fast)Tags: EntertainmentAudio Index: 14:52My friend Ben and I have been waiting a month to see our favorite band in concert. This was the night. We were so excited. In a small venue like the Whiskey, there wouldn't be a bad seat in the house.So, we get to the Whiskey really early to find street parking and snagged a spot about four blocks away. Then, we got in line which was already about 20 deep. There were two bouncers...
2023-07-2515 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod014 - Going to a Concert I (Fast)ESLPodcast 14 - Going to a Concert I (Fast) Tags: EntertainmentAudio Index: 15:47I heard on the radio this morning that my favorite band was going to be in concert here next month. I was so excited. The first thing I did was to call my friend Ben who is also a big fan of the band. Not only was the band playing in town, they were going to play at a bar called the Whiskey. The Whiskey is known as a small, intimate venue so we’d be able to get cl...
2023-07-2415 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod013 - Dining at a Restaurant II (Fast)ESLPodcast 13 - Dining at a Restaurant II (Fast)Tags: DiningAudio Index: 14:52I love coming to this Italian restaurant. The appetizers and desserts are to die for. When the waiter came to our table to take our order, my friend ordered a lobster ravioli dish, and I ordered my favorite, lasagna. The waiter then asked us, "Would you like a soup or salad with that?" My friend said yes; I passed on both.The vibe in the restaurant is pretty laid back, not at all uptight like...
2023-07-2314 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod012 - Dining at a Restaurant I (Fast)ESLPodcast 12 - Dining at a Restaurant I (Fast) Tags: DiningAudio Index: 12:13 Well, I love going out to restaurants to eat. One of the best experiences I've had recently was at a place here in Los Angeles called Il Fornaio. It's an Italian restaurant in a very nice part of Beverly Hills. I don't go there very often--I can't really afford it, but every once in a while I'll treat myself. The last time I went, I walked in with a friend and I was greeted by...
2023-07-2212 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod011 - Expressing EmotionsInterviewIt would be great if I could always feel happy all the time, day in and day out. But sometimes I feel down. This is one of those days. Sometimes I get depressed if something disappointing happens—like if I interview for a job and I don't get it, or if I have to cancel my vacation after looking forward to it for a long time.Once in a while, I'll even feel down if I've read a very sad book or have seen a movie with a sad or tragic ending.We...
2023-07-2111 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod010 - Asking Information PolitelyTelephone ConversationGood morning, Roth and Company. Good morning. I'm trying to reach Michael Dobson. I'm sorry, Mr. Dobson is not in the office. Would you know if he will be in today? I'm afraid I don't know Mr. Dobson's schedule. Oh, I see. Well... I wonder if I could leave a message for him. Sure. I can take a message. Please let him know that Susan Kale called, and would you please ask him to call me at his earliest convenience? Would you spell your last name? Sure. It's Kale. That's spelled K-A-L-E. And does Mr...
2023-07-2012 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod009 - Asking for FavorThere have been several times in my work where I had to ask permission or for a favor that was somewhat difficult. And so I wanted to ask very nicely, very politely.One time I went into my boss's office and asked if I could have some vacation time near one of the big holidays. So I went to her and I said: Excuse me, Ms. Chang, may I ask you a question? And she said: Sure, go ahead. Well, I said: I was wondering if it would be okay for me to take a few days...
2023-07-1812 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod008 - Writing an Email to a FriendPersonal Email Hi, Julia. I'm sitting here in front of the computer in our apartment writing this email to you. It feels so weird not to have you here. You were my roommate for four years after all. I really miss having my best friend here. But enough with feeling sorry for myself.I am so happy to hear that you're getting settled in New York City. I'm trying to imagine what it's like for you—first, getting your dream job, then moving to an amazing city and starting a whole new life. I'm really glad to he...
2023-07-1311 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod007 - Food and CookingMary's Response I love to eat, but I don't like to cook—not at all. I probably don't like to cook because I'm really bad at it. When I was growing up, my mother did all of the cooking in our house. But I never did learn how to cook any dishes at all. And so when I went to college and I moved into my own apartment, I had to learn how to cook a little bit. Usually what I made were very simple instant things, like ramen noodles. I bought a lot of TV dinners. And I al...
2023-07-1211 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod006 - Bad DreamsI do have nightmares sometimes. I do have bad dreams. A lot of my bad dreams are things like I'm being chased by someone and I can't get away from them, or I'm hiding from them. Some other of my bad dreams involve not being able to get home. I'm trying to get home and there are a lot of different obstacles that I have to get past before I get home. And I usually wake up before I get there. So I find it very frustrating. These bad dreams make me really tense. And when I wake up...
2023-07-1111 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod005 - Favorite Place to LiveToday we're going to talk about favorite places to live. I'm going to talk a few minutes, and then we'll go back and listen for some particular vocabulary. Let's get started, shall we?Well, I would say that my favorite place to live is in a big city. I've lived in a medium-sized city, a city of about 500,000 people. And now I live in a city—Los Angeles—of three and a half, four million people. It's difficult in some ways living in a big city. There's lots of traffic and there are lots of people, so it i...
2023-07-1007 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod004 - Bad HabitsWell, my worst habit that I have ever had is probably smoking. I don't smoke anymore, but when I graduated from college, I went abroad to study in Mexico. And almost everyone around me was a smoker. So it was very difficult for me not to smoke. And I just decided after a couple of months to give in and to start smoking myself. I smoked for probably about two or three years, and then I decided to quit smoking.I was lucky because I was able to quit cold turkey, whereas other people who try to...
2023-07-0910 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod003 - Interview with LucyIf you asked me which I like better, the suburbs or the city, I would definitely say the city. I'm a little biased, though. I have only lived in a city, in a medium-sized city and in large cities. I was born in a very large city. Then I grew up in another city, and now I live in what some people think may be a very exciting city—perhaps the best city in the world—and that's Los Angeles.I like living in L.A. because there is always something to do. If you wake up in t...
2023-07-0807 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESLPod002 - Family MembersMy name is Jeff McQuillan, and let's get started.Today we're going to talk about family and family members, and in doing so, we're going to go over some idioms and expressions related to expressing likes and dislikes. We focus on two questions today: What family member are you most like, and what family member are you least like?Well, my family member that I think I have the most similarity to or that I resemble the most would be my sister Therese. There are a couple of reasons why I think that we are...
2023-07-0808 min
ESL Pod Official - Speak English Fluently by Listening (with Text)ESL Podcast 1 - IntroductionESL Podcast 1 - Introduction Welcome to our first English as a Second Language Podcast! In this podcast, we are going to introduce you to the format of the podcast, as well as the people who record it. ESLPodcast is designed especially for people who are intermediate or advanced speakers of English, but want to improve their listening and speaking skills. We plan on providing a new podcast every day, Monday through Friday. The daily podcasts are always free. There will be...
2023-07-0805 min
Language Input PodcastFull S2x16 How to Create & Consume Content to MAXIMIZE Language ACQUISITION - with Jeff McQuillanFrom his experience with language acquisition by working with Stephen Krashen himself at the University of Southern California to the best ways to create and consume content and much more, today I welcome Jeff McQuillan to the show❗
Here's Jeff's podcast: http://www.eslpod.com/
And his website for language teachers: https://www.BackseatLinguist.com
Welcome to season 2 of the Language Input Podcast, in which I'll start a series of many interviews with language teachers, polyglots, language learners... to help you better understand the language learning process and try to convince you that we c...
2022-04-2733 min
Pick Me English as a Second Language Podcast (With Transcripts)ESL Podcast 204 – Using Visuals in a Presentation #ESL Podcast 204 – Using Visuals in a Presentation
##GLOSSARY
**pointers –** advice; suggestions
*After Clara gave me some pointers on driving, I passed the road test without
any problems.
**visuals –** anything that people can see, such as a picture or display, usually
used to make something else clearer or interesting
*Our manager liked the new report, but he suggested that we add more visuals.
**slide –** a small picture that is usually put into a projector or that is projected so
that it can be made bigger for others to see
*In this next slide, you’ll see a painting by Pablo Picasso.
**pie chart...
2019-10-0919 minPick Me English as a Second Language Podcast (With Transcripts)ESL Podcast 194 – An Unwanted Houseguest #ESL Podcast 194 – An Unwanted Houseguest
##GLOSSARY
**to stay with (someone) –** to live in someone’s home for a short time
*When you visit California next month, do you want to stay with me?
**houseguest –** someone who visits you and sleeps in your home
*Omar has some houseguest staying with him right now and he asked me if he
could bring them with him to the party.
**As (someone) said… –** a phrase used when someone is repeating or saying in
another way what they have said before
*We have to get there in 15 minutes. As I said, there isn’t enough time to stop
f...
2019-10-0917 minPick Me English as a Second Language Podcast (With Transcripts)ESL Podcast 173 - Buying Souvenirs #ESL Podcast 173 - Buying Souvenirs
##GLOSSARY
**souvenir store –** a store that sells objects to help you remember where you
have traveled
*There is a good souvenir store across the street from the hotel.
**T-shirt –** a shirt with short sleeves and no collar
*If I wear a t-shirt with no jacket, I’ll be cold all night.
**Can I help you find something? –** something that a clerk in a store asks when
you first enter meaning, do you know what you are looking for?
*Hi, welcome to Lucy’s Shoe Store. Can I help you find something?
**about (someone’s) size –** to have the sa...
2019-10-0923 min
Women's Media Center Live with Robin MorganWMC Live #252: Angela McQuillan, Leah Lax. (Original Airdate 6/17/2018)Robin on Jeff Sessions' immigration war against women, and on definitions of "culture," "tradition," and "private." Guests: Angela McQuillan on art intersecting with science; Leah Lax on escaping fundamentalist Hasidic Judaism. Surrealism Corner.
2018-06-1755 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-12-14，三】ESL Podcast 106 - High School JobsLearn about having a job during high school in this podcast. Tags: BusinessAudio Index: Slow dialog: 1:13Explanations: 3:50Fast dialog: 17:05I got my first part- time job when I was 15 working at a car wash in the summertime. A friend of mine, Rob, worked there and got me the job. I think it paid $2.90 an hour, which I considered a fortune . There were no allowances in my family, so most of my brothers and sisters started working as soon as they could to get spending money. I hated working at the car...
2016-06-2419 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-11-09，三】ESL Podcast 81 - Airplane AnnouncementsFind out what the common airplane announcements mean in English in this podcast. Tags: Travel, TransportationAudio Index: Slow dialog: 3:09Explanations: 6:28Fast dialog: 21:24I had to fly from Minneapolis to Los Angeles recently, and like most travelers, I've almost memorized the standard safety announcement made by the flight attendants. It goes something like this: Good afternoon and welcome to Flight 345, service to Los Angeles International Airport. We appreciate your full attention to this important safety announcement. This 747 aircraft is equipped with four emergency exits, two in the front of the...
2016-06-2423 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-11-13，日】ESL Podcast 83 - Planning a Business LuncheonLearn about how to plan a business luncheon in English in this podcast. Tags: Business, DiningAudio Index: Slow dialog: 0:55Explanations: 3:55Fast dialog: 14:25One of my co-workers, Betty, was retiring this month after working for the company 23 years. I was put in charge of planning a retirement lunch in her honor at a restaurant nearby. The company was picking up the tab and it was up to me to set a day and time. After asking the people in the department and finding out their availability , I called the restaurant to make...
2016-06-2417 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-12-06，二】ESL Podcast 100 - An Interview with Dr. Jeff McQuillanHappy birthday, ESL Podcast! Listen to an interview of Dr. Jeff McQuillan by Dr. Lucy Tse. Tags: AnnouncementsAudio Index: 13:29An Interview with Dr. Jeff McQuillan by Dr. Lucy TseThis is a special version of our podcast. There&`&s no script for the podcast, because it is an unscripted interview by Dr. Lucy Tse with the host, Jeff McQuillan. Here are the questions that she asks: - Why did you decide to start ESL Podcast?- How do you decide what topics to include?...
2016-06-2413 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-12-05，一】ESL Podcast 99 - Sitcoms and Game ShowsFind out about watching American television in this podcast. Tags: EntertainmentAudio Index: Slow dialog: 1:05Explanations: 3:00Fast dialog: 17:01When I want to kick back and relax, I usually flip on the TV and see what's on. Primetime begins at 8:00 PM on the coasts in the United States, but there are plenty of reruns and shows in syndication between the time I get home from work at five and eight o‚Äôclock. I like to watch quiz shows like Jeopardy or Who Wants to be a Millionaire? I actually tried out once to be o...
2016-06-2418 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-11-30，三】ESL Podcast 96 - High School ReunionLearn about going back to see your old friends from high school in this podcast. Tags: RelationshipsAudio Index: Slow dialog: 0:45Explanations: 3:05Fast dialog: 16:12When I got home from work, I opened my mail. The letter turned out to be a bombshell. I held in my hand an invitation to my 10- year high school reunion. It was a shock because I couldn't believe it had been 10 years. The first thing I did was to call my oldest and dearest friend, Maria. We had gone to high school together and we had...
2016-06-2420 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-27，四】ESL Podcast 72 - Calling Tech SupportLearn how to call technical support in English in this podcast. Tags: Business, Daily LifeAudio Index: 16:48I recently signed up for a new ISP for my office, using DSL. I managed to get the modem and the router configured properly, but now my email won't work. I dug out the manual that came with the modem and called the toll-free line for technical support . I'm not a big fan of most IT departments, but if something doesn't work, they're the only game in town.I explained to the tech support person that...
2016-06-2416 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-26，三】ESL Podcast 71 - Opening a Bank AccountLearn how to talk about opening a bank account in this podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 17:04I decided to switch banks recently, and after looking at my options, I went for Mar Vista National Bank. I drove over to the bank, parked next to the drive- through teller lanes, and walked inside. I made my way to the new accounts desk, and was greeted by John, one of the customer service representatives there. I told him I wanted to open a new checking and savings account. He said he'd be happy to help me...
2016-06-2417 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-24，一】ESL Podcast 69 - Making a PresentationLearn about making a presentation in English in this podcast. Tags: BusinessAudio Index: 16:36I don't normally get stage fright, but the thought of getting up in front of my colleagues to give a presentation always gives me butterflies. But I have no choice; my boss asked me to do it, so I will.I set up my projector and PowerPoint program on my laptop. Clearing my voice , I stood up and addressed the 10 people present at the meeting. I started off by saying, "Good afternoon. I want to thank you for inviting...
2016-06-2416 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-18，二】ESL Podcast 65 - Picking a WardrobeLearn about picking out clothes to wear in this podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 14:40I'm one of those people who doesn't have much of a fashion sense. I mean, I know that you shouldn't wear a pink shirt with green pants, but beyond that I'm pretty much a basket case when it comes to picking my wardrobe. I have plenty of short- sleeve and long- sleeve dress shirts, some have a button-down collar, and some have a shirt pocket in them. I also own some more casual shirts with a collar, and a ton...
2016-06-2414 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-17，一】ESL Podcast 64 - Preparing for a Business TripDo you have to travel for business? Find out how to talk about it in this podcast. Tags: Business, TravelAudio Index: 15:42I'm going to a conference this weekend back in my home state of Minnesota. I am going there to address a convention full of librarians, believe it or not. For me, the worst part of going on the road for business is not the traveling; it's all the preparation you have to do. I created a whole checklist of things I have to do when I travel. First, I confirm that my flight...
2016-06-2415 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-16，日】ESL Podcast 63 - Eating Fast FoodWhen you are in a hurry to eat, you can always try fast food. Find out how to talk about it on this podcast. Tags: DiningAudio Index: 14:54My friend Julia called me the other day. She wanted to grab some lunch and asked me if I wanted to go to the local fast food place down the street. I said sure, even though I knew it wouldn't be good for me. I hopped in my car and swung by to pick her up at her work. When we got to the restaurant, there was...
2016-06-2414 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-13，四】ESL Podcast 62 - Reading MagazinesReading magazines can be relaxing and informative. Find out about how to talk about it in this podcast. Tags: Entertainment, Daily LifeAudio Index: 14:17I'm the first to admit that I'm hooked on reading magazines. I've been this way as long as I can remember. I love picking up magazines about different topics. Currently, I subscribe to about six or seven magazines, although when I was getting professional journals during my days at the university, I probably had 15 or 20 coming to my box every month. Now I read mostly for pleasure. I like to read...
2016-06-2414 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-30，日】ESL Podcast 73 - HalloweenLearn all about the customs of Halloween in this podcast. Tags: Entertainment, Daily LifeAudio Index: 21:56As a kid, I always liked Halloween. I liked dressing up in a costume that I pick out at the store or, more often, we made out of odds and ends at home. The best part was going trick- or- treating. Some years, I went with my brothers and sisters. When I got a little older, I went with my friends. We would go to the houses in our neighborhood and knock or ring the doorbell. When the door...
2016-06-2421 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-10-31，一】ESL Podcast 74 - Reserving a Rental CarLearn how to make a rental car reservation in English in this podcast. Tags: Travel, TransportationAudio Index: 19:58I will be in Chicago next week and needed a rental car. I called up Bargain Rental Cars and made a reservation. After I got through the phone tree, I spoke with a reservation agent. Agent: Welcome to Bargain Rental Car. Jeff: I'd like to reserve a rental car.Agent: What city will you be picking up from?Jeff: Chicago.Agent: Which airport location? O’Hare or Mi...
2016-06-2419 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-11-02，三】ESL Podcast 76 - Asking for and Giving InstructionsLearn how to ask for and give instructions in English in this podcast. Tags: BusinessAudio Index: 17:03The supervisor at my work asked me the other day to help out one of the new employees. She needs some basic orientation on how to login to our network. So I made an appointment with her to come to my cubicle for a little training session.Jeff: Hi, Lucy, how are you settling in? Lucy: Just fine thanks. I appreciate you taking the time to help me out with this software. May I...
2016-06-2417 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-11-03，四】ESL Podcast 77 - Taking PicturesTaking pictures requires getting a camera. Learn how to buy one in this podcast. Tags: Entertainment, Travel, Daily LifeAudio Index: 16:27My nephew's wedding is coming up this Saturday, and I thought it would be nice to take some candids for the happy couple. My wife, who's the photographer in the family, wasn't around today, so I decided to strike out on my own and head off to the camera shop. I love to shop for new gadgets. When I got to the store. I was blown away by all the options I...
2016-06-2416 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-09-27，二】ESL Podcast 50 - Cashing a CheckNeed some money? Learn how to cash a check in today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 17:38The local branch of my bank is located just a few blocks from where I live. It's very convenient, since it has four ATMs open 24/7. Today I had to go in to make a deposit, but since I wanted to cash a check as well, I needed to go inside to talk to a teller. Inside the bank, I got in line for the tellers. All the tellers are behind a large piece of bulletproof glass...
2016-06-2417 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-09-20，二】ESL Podcast 45 - A Visit to the DoctorWe all have to see the doctor sometime in our life. Learn how to talk about it on today's podcast. Tags: Daily Life, Health/MedicineAudio Index: 20:13Going to the doctor is never particularly pleasant for me. But I couldn't put it off any longer. It was time for my annual physical, and there was no getting around it. So I picked up the phone and called for an appointment. "I'd like to see Dr. Shimoya next week, please, if that's possible," I said. Of course, it wasn't possible. The doctor was booked until next...
2016-06-2420 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-09-14，三】ESL Podcast 41 - Tough NegotiationsNegotiating can be difficult in business and in our personal life. Find out how to talk about it in today's podcast. Tags: Business, Daily LifeAudio Index: 19:35I'm not what you would call the world's best negotiator, but sometimes it's necessary to engage in a tough negotiation. Take, for instance, the time I had to renew the lease on my apartment. This was back in college, when I was renting a small studio in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles. When my lease was up , the landlord and I sat down to hammer out...
2016-06-2419 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-09-05，一】ESL Podcast 34 - Cafe LivingGoing to a cafe to talk or read can be very relaxing. Learn how to talk about it in today's podcast. Tags: Entertainment, DiningAudio Index: 15:26One of my favorite hang-outs is a cafe near where I live called Bolivar in Santa Monica. It's only five minutes away, and its never too busy to find a table. Sometimes it can be bustling, but that's usually just in the morning during rush hour or at lunchtime. The owners are from Venezuela, and always have some cool music playing in the background.Yesterday, I decided...
2016-06-2415 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-09-13，二】ESL Podcast 40 - HomecomingHomecoming is an old American tradition in high schools and colleges. Find out more about it on today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 19:56Fall is once again upon us, and that means that homecoming celebrations are just around the corner. Homecoming is an American tradition each September and October for high schools and colleges where they celebrate their school spirit with a football game and other celebrations. I remember the homecoming events when I was in school. First, there was the election of a homecoming king and queen. Each class had its own representative...
2016-06-2419 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-09-01，四】ESL Podcast 32 - Going to the Post OfficeSending a letter first class, priority, or express? Find out how to mail letters and packages in today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 13:57For me, things never go very smoothly at my local post office. I've learned that if you want to mail a letter, you'll have no problems. But if things get more complicated than that, well, watch out! Yesterday I went there to mail a small package and to pick up a book of stamps. I waited my turn in line, and when I get up to the window, the...
2016-06-2413 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-31，三】ESL Podcast 31 - Reading the NewspaperNewspapers have something for everyone. Find out about how to talk about them in today's podcast. Tags: Entertainment, Daily LifeAudio Index: 16:25I fell into the habit of reading the newspaper every morning when I was a kid. Back then, there used to be two daily newspapers--morning edition and an afternoon edition. Nowadays, of course, many cities in the U.S. have just a morning paper. I'm not too picky about which newspaper I read, although when it comes to national newspapers, I prefer reading the New York Times or the Wall Street Journal over...
2016-06-2416 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-30，二】ESL Podcast 30 - Going to the DrugstoreIf you're sick, you sometimes need to go to the pharmacy. Learn more about visiting the drugstore in today's podcast. Tags: Daily Life, Shopping, Health/MedicineAudio Index: 17:16I stopped by the drugstore last night on my way back home from work. I had a few toiletries to pick up, as well as my prescription. Fortunately, the chain pharmacy where I go has a little bit of everything: food, greeting cards, magazines--it's almost as big as a regular supermarket. To begin with, I needed to get some medications for my allergies. I've got...
2016-06-2417 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-29，一】ESL Podcast 29 - Unkind CommentsWhat do you say when someone is saying bad things about another person? Find out in today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 16:15Yesterday, I was talking to an ex- colleague of mine who, quite frankly, has something of a big mouth. I bumped into him at the beach, where he was walking his dog. Anyway, as I was saying, he's the kind of guy that's always bad mouthing his co-workers. So he comes up to me and says, "Hey, Jeff. Long time, no see. What've you been up to?" "Ah, not much, " I said. "...
2016-06-2416 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-28，日】ESL Podcast 28 - Small Talk About the WeatherSometimes talking about unimportant topics can be the most difficult. Find out about talking about the weather in today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 15:40I admit that I'm not very good at small talk . When I'm with friends, I can just shoot the breeze all day long. But when I talk to a stranger or someone I don't know very well, I'm always casting about, searching for something to talk about. Politics and religion are definitely taboo subjects, at least here in the United States. But you have to chat about something, otherwise there...
2016-06-2415 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-21，日】ESL Podcast 23 - Spring CleaningIt's time to clean up the house in today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 16:31Spring cleaning is supposed to take place before summer, not after it. But, as usual, I procrastinated and now I have to finally get rid of all the junk I've accumulated over the year. But now there are no ifs, ands, or buts about it--the cleaning must be done!I start in my bedroom. I have a king bed, with a sheet on the mattress and a top sheet, with pillow cases on the pillows. Atop all that...
2016-06-2416 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-17，三】ESL Podcast 21 - Tell Me About YourselfWho are you? Where are you from? Learn how to talk about yourself on today's podcast. Tags: Daily LifeAudio Index: 13:13Well, I was born and raised in Minnesota, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to be exact. I won't say how long ago that was, but let's just say I'm no spring chicken. I grew up there with my rather large family of 8 brothers and 2 sisters. (I was the baby of the family, but I swear I wasn't spoiled!) We were 13 in all, probably the biggest family in the neighborhood, maybe in the state. I had...
2016-06-2413 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-15，一】ESL Podcast 19 - Going ShoppingWant to spend some money? Go shopping in today's podcast. Tags: ShoppingAudio Index: 15:33Believe it or not, I don't own an iPod. I know, I know. I'm really behind the times, but I have an excuse. I've been so busy at my work lately, I haven't had time to take a break. So finally yesterday I went shopping for an iPod down at the mall in Santa Monica. I walked into the Mac store there and was immediately greeted by a salesperson. He asked, "Can I help you find something?" "No," I...
2016-06-2415 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-14，日】ESL Podcast 18 - Getting Around (Fast)Everybody uses some form of transportation. Today learn about how people get around. Tags: Daily Life, TransportationAudio Index: 15:34Getting around in the United States is sometimes not very easy. Most people own their own cars, but not everyone can foot the bill for the car, plus the insurance, gas, and maintenance. Most big cities have buses, but they are much slower than a car. Several cities in the U.S. have subway systems, but many do not. There are even fewer trains that transport daily commuters. In cities such as Los Angeles, public transportation...
2016-06-2415 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-10，三】ESL Podcast 16 - Summertime Vacations (Fast)It's August. It's hot. It's time for a vacation! Tags: TravelAudio Index: 18:41I think the best summer vacation I've ever taken was when I went out East a few years ago. Two of my friends and I went on a two-week road trip. At the time, I was living in St. Paul, Minnesota, in the Midwest of the United States. Anyway, we started off camping every night, but that got real old, real fast. So we started checking in to hotels after about the third day. We were headed for Washington, DC first. Checking...
2016-06-2418 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-07，日】ESL Podcast 13 - Dining at a Restaurant II (Fast)Let&`&s eat! Find out more about going to a restaurant in today&`&s podcast. Tags: DiningAudio Index: 14:52I love coming to this Italian restaurant. The appetizers and desserts are to die for. When the waiter came to our table to take our order, my friend ordered a lobster ravioli dish, and I ordered my favorite, lasagna. The waiter then asked us, "Would you like a soup or salad with that?" My friend said yes; I passed on both.The vibe in the restaurant is pretty laid back, not at all uptight...
2016-06-2414 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-08-04，四】ESL Podcast 12 - Dining at a Restaurant I (Fast)Feeling hungry? Find out about going to a restaurant in today&`&s podcast. Tags: DiningAudio Index: 12:13Well, I love going out to restaurants to eat. One of the best experiences I&`&ve had recently was at a place here in Los Angeles called Il Fornaio. It&`&s an Italian restaurant in a very nice part of Beverly Hills. I don&`&t go there very often--I can&`&t really afford it, but every once in a while I&`&ll treat myself.The last time I went, I walked in with a friend and...
2016-06-2412 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2009-12-21，一】ESL Podcast 540 – Promoting a New ProductSome people will do anything to sell their product. Learn how you can do it, too, in this episode. Tags: BusinessAudio Index: Slow dialogue: 1:36Explanations: 3:52 Fast dialogue: 16:24Zoila: I haven’t seen you around lately. What have you been up to? Leo: My business partners and I have been putting the final touches on our new line of energy drinks. Zoila: Really? I didn’t even know that you were in the beverage business. Leo: Yeah, we’ve branched out into a few other areas. We’re...
2015-09-2318 minAudio Learning RevolutionThe Portable Media Expo Education PanelOn Saturday September 29th, David and Seth had the pleasure of sitting down with Douglas Welch and Jeff McQuillan to discuss the role of education in the realm of podcasting. We now present this full conversation unedited.
2006-10-2027 min
Audio Learning RevolutionThe Portable Media Expo Education PanelOn Saturday September 29th, David and Seth had the pleasure of sitting down with Douglas Welch and Jeff McQuillan to discuss the role of education in the realm of podcasting. We now present this full conversation unedited.
2006-10-2027 min