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English Listening, Vocabulary and Pronunciation: do you want to improve ALL THREE with just ONE podcast?
Hi, I’m Karen! Join me to learn English through real news stories from around the world. Curious about how native speakers pronounce tricky words? Want to build your vocabulary with useful phrases? I’ll help with clear explanations and natural British pronunciation.
12. The Bayeux Tapestry Returns to England | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
The most famous date in British history is 1066, the Battle of Hastings. Now, the Bayeux Tapestry, which shows this battle, is returning to England for the first time. Learn some super-useful vocabulary with this story!
VOCABULARY
1. on loan to (prep phr)
2. on display at (prep phr)
3. override (v)
4. turning point (n phr)
5. lead up to (n phr)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website: https://better-english-now.com/episodes
NEWS ARTICLE on this story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cev23vrzx0ro
27 Aug 2025
11. Is the British Flag Racist? | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Thousands of British and English flags have suddenly appeared all around the UK. Why? And why are some people offended? Find out in this episode, and also learn some useful advanced vocabulary.
VOCABULARY
1. gather pace (v phr)
2. Union Flag/Jack, St George’s Flag (n phr)
3. fly the flag (v phr)
4. tensions are running high (v phr)
5. cash-strapped (adj)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website: https://better-english-now.com/episodes
NEWS ARTICLE on this story:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c626vxyxgj6o
20 Aug 2025
10. What Is King Charles Really Like? | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Learn all about King Charles. Discover what he’s really like in private and pick up useful vocabulary as you listen.
VOCABULARY
1. put up with (phr v)
2. not suffer fools gladly (idiom)
3. raise your voice (phr)
4. have a short temper (phr)
5. out of touch (phr)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website
https://better-english-now.com/episodes/
NEWS ARTICLE on this story
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2025/08/18/royal-butler-grant-harrold-charles-william-harry/
13 Aug 2025
9. Trump Wants Sugar in Coca-Cola | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Trump says Coca-Cola will replace corn syrup with sugar. We look at what that means for health and farming... plus some useful everyday language.
VOCABULARY
1. fizzy (adj)
2. tweak (n)
3. beverage (n)
4. kick the habit (v phr)
5. leave a bitter aftertaste (v phr)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website
https://better-english-now.com/episodes/
NEWS ARTICLE on this story
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czxe59zl8qzo
6 Aug 2025
8. Can Losing 2 National Holidays Save France? | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Two holidays are in danger in France! Why are they planning to cut them, and why is there strong opposition?
Pick up useful holiday vocabulary in clear, natural English.
VOCABULARY
1. bank holiday (n phr)
2. axe (v)
3. put the cat among the pigeons (idiom)
4. day off (n phr)
5. work–life balance (n phr)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website
https://better-english-now.com/episodes/
NEWS ARTICLE on this story
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crrq8epk7vjo
30 Jul 2025
7. Right-Wing Parties in Europe | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Today we’re talking politics! Across Europe, voters are turning away from the political centre... and the populist right is rising fast. Let’s look at what’s behind this shift and explore some vital political vocabulary on the way.
VOCABULARY
1. populist surge (n phr)
2. grassroots support (n phr)
3. protest vote (n phr)
4. mainstream parties (n phr)
5. centre-right/left, far-right/left (adj)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website
https://better-english-now.com/episodes/
NEWS ARTICLE on this story
https://www.dw.com/en/far-right-populists-eu-germany-afd/a-72888389
23 Jul 2025
6. The UK’s Third Heatwave | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Learn hot-weather vocabulary through real news. This episode covers heatwaves, soaring temperatures and climate change for B1 to C1 English learners.
VOCABULARY
1. hit highs of (v phr)
2. close (adj)
3. suffer from/get heatstroke (v phr)
4. sweltering (adj)
5. balmy (adj)
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FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website
https://better-english-now.com/episodes/
NEWS ARTICLE on this story
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crmv8x74ky9o
16 Jul 2025
5. Australia's Mushroom Murderer | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
One of Australia’s most famous murder cases began with a quiet family lunch... and ended with three tragic deaths.
In today’s episode, we explore the case of Erin Patterson, the woman who served her guests a fatal mushroom meal.
Why did this lunch turn deadly? What evidence helped the jury decide? Let’s find out together.
VOCABULARY
1. in-laws (n)
2. pull out (phr v)
3. tamper with evidence (v phr)
4. forage (v)
5. tight-knit (adj)
SUBSCRIBE to learn new vocabulary every week!
FREE TRANSCRIPT on my website
https://better-english-now.com/episodes/
NEWS ARTICLE on this story
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdezzxnn7kjo
9 Jul 2025
4. Oasis Is Back | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
The host discusses the return of the band Oasis and their world tour, highlighting key vocabulary for discussing concerts and live events, and shares a personal memory in this episode.
2 Jul 2025
3. Jeff Bezos Gets Married in Venice | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Karen teaches English learners vocabulary and pronunciation through the recent news story of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding in Venice, explaining related phrases and their meanings.
25 Jun 2025
2. An Injection to Make You Thinner | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Host Karen explores a news story about a new weight loss injection, introduces five related vocabulary words, and explains their meanings with pronunciation tips to improve English skills.
18 Jun 2025
1. Air India Plane Crash | English Listening, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
Karen teaches English learners vocabulary and pronunciation skills using the tragic Air India Flight 171 crash as a case study.
17 Jun 2025
Welcome! Boost Your English with This Podcast
Karen, a teacher from England, introduces her podcast, Learn English with the News, explaining how it helps listeners build vocabulary and improve pronunciation using current news stories.
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