Episodes

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Tune in to our latest episode, where we dive into Essential History and Heritage Vocabulary — the perfect language toolkit for describing cultural landmarks, historical events, and national traditions with confidence!

Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
Can I ask the examiner to repeat a question in IELTS Speaking? Does having an accent affect my speaking score? How can I manage time effectively during the Reading section? How long should I prepare for the IELTS test?
In this episode the hosts provide expert answers to these common IELTS questions plus many more, so you are fully equipped for the test! 🙂

Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
Listen to a band 9 answer for this IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card:
Describe something you own which is very important to you.
You should say:
Where you got it from.
How long you have had it.
What you use it for.
And explain why it is important to you.

Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Listen to a Band 9 Response to this Cue Card:
Describe a road trip by bike, motorbike or car you would like to go on.
You should say:
Where you would like to go
How you would like to go there.
Who you would like to go with.
And explain why you would like to go there by bike, motorbike or car.

Friday May 09, 2025
Friday May 09, 2025
Listen to someone answering this IELTS Part 2 question:
Describe a time when you gave someone advice.
You should say:
to whom you gave the advice
what the advice was
whether that person took your advice
And explain why you gave the person that advice.

Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
Struggling to generate strong ideas for your IELTS essays? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! In this episode, we dive into smart, time-saving brainstorming techniques that help you develop clear, relevant points fast. These strategies will sharpen your thinking and boost your confidence!

Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Saturday Apr 12, 2025
Struggling to hit the right tone in your IELTS letters? Whether you’re writing to a friend or a company, knowing the difference between formal and informal language is crucial to scoring well. In this episode, our hosts break down how to recognise the type of letter you’re being asked to write and the differences in the language needed for each.

Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Struggling with environmental vocabulary for the IELTS exam? Our latest episode is here to help! We dive deep into key environmental terms and phrases you need to know, especially for the speaking and writing sections. From sustainability to climate change, this episode will give you the confidence to discuss global issues with precision and ease.

Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Tune in to our latest episode "Useful IELTS IT Vocabulary" We’ll walk you through key tech-related terms and phrases that often appear in the exam. Learn how to confidently discuss topics like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the digital divide while avoiding common vocabulary mistakes. If you want to impress examiners, this episode is a must-listen.

Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Want to boost your IELTS listening score? Tune in to our latest episode, "25 IELTS Listening Tips You Need to Know!" We break down the best strategies to help you stay focused, catch key details, and avoid common mistakes. From improving your note-taking skills to predicting answers like a pro, these tips will give you the edge you need on test day. 🎧🚀

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