Monthly Archives: December 2016

Headline English: December 31, 2016

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Welcome, 2017!

It’s hard to believe it’s already the end of 2016 and time to ring in the new year (celebrate the arrival of the new year)! Here are a few words we associate (connect) with the anticipation (waiting to happen) and … Continue reading

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NEW Lessons this Week (December 26, 2016)

To listen to these and other Daily English and Cultural English lessons, become a Select English Member! ……… ON MONDAY Daily English 1272 – Returning and Exchanging Merchandise In the Learning Guide: Get a full transcript (written version of every word you hear), … Continue reading

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Happy Holidays to You All!

We wish you and your family a very happy holiday season!  From all of us here at ESLPod.com

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The Greatest For The Least

A Christmas tradition was born in Dublin, Ireland, almost 275 years ago. On April 13, 1742, 700 people packed (sat very close to each other) into Fishamble Hall for a concert to raise (collect) money to help sick and poor … Continue reading

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NEW Lessons this Week (December 19, 2016)

To listen to these and other Daily English and Cultural English lessons, become a Select English Member! ……… ON MONDAY Daily English 1270 – Cold and Frozen Treats In the Learning Guide: Get a full transcript (written version of every word you … Continue reading

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What am I, Chopped Liver?

Hello, everybody! Today, I’m going to talk about a phrase you might hear in conversation, one that sounds just a little bit strange. Jeff:  “I heard that you need a singer for the show.” Lucy:  “Yes, I’m thinking of asking … Continue reading

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NEW Lessons this Week (December 12, 2016)

To listen to these and other Daily English and Cultural English lessons, become a Select English Member! ……… ON MONDAY Daily English 1268 – Conducting Employee Background Checks In the Learning Guide: Get a full transcript (written version of every word you hear), … Continue reading

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2-Wheeled Therapy

People who have tried it say it’s therapeutic. What they mean is that doing it makes them feel calm and relaxed. It helps them feel better about themselves and their lives. Forty years ago, a little-known organization called Adventure Cycling … Continue reading

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NEW Lessons This Week (December 5, 2016)

To listen to these and other Daily English and Cultural English lessons, become a Select English Member! ……… ON MONDAY Daily English 1266 – Being a Refugee In the Learning Guide: Get a full transcript (written version of every word you hear), … Continue reading

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