{"store":{"baseInfo":{"podcastTitle":"The Best IELTS Podcast","slug":"ieltsbuddy","podcastDescription":"In these podcasts you’ll learn all you need to know about the IELTS test as our hosts discuss the best articles and lessons from the IELTS buddy website and other great sources for IELTS learning.","podcastLogo":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19757616/ielts-buddy-podcast-apple.jpg","podcastShareLogo":"https://d2bwo9zemjwxh5.cloudfront.net/image-logo/19757616/ielts-buddy-podcast-apple_1200x628.jpg?s=dace5c8658ec7f9cbca9d2d1a6dbfc43&e=jpg","podcastUrl":"https://ieltsbuddy.podbean.com","podcastCanSearched":true,"feedUrl":"https://feed.podbean.com/ieltsbuddy/feed.xml","theme":"elegant","podcastDeepLink":"https://www.podbean.com/pw/pbblog-3iuqw-12d7a30?from=usersite","removePodbeanBranding":"no","brandingLogo":null,"timeZone":{"timeZoneId":17,"gmtAdjustment":"GMT-04:00","useDaylightTime":1,"value":-4,"text":"(GMT-04:00) Atlantic Time (Canada)","daylightStartTime":"Second Sunday Of March +2 Hours","daylightEndTime":"First Sunday Of November +2 Hours","timezone":"America/Halifax"},"podcastDownloads":null,"totalEpisodes":36,"showComments":true,"iOSAppDownloadLink":null,"customizeCssUrl":null,"androidAppDownloadLink":null,"showPostShare":true,"showLike":true,"author":"IELTS buddy","enableEngagementStats":true,"shareEmbedLink":"https://admin5.podbean.com/embed.html?id=pbblog-3iuqw-12d7a30-playlist","language":"en","sensitivitySessionExpireTime":3600,"podcastApps":[{"name":"Apple Podcasts","link":"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-ielts-podcast/id1779680149","image":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/fs1/site/images/admin5/apple-podcast.png","title":null},{"name":"Podbean App","link":"https://www.podbean.com/pw/pbblog-3iuqw-12d7a30?from=usersite","image":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/fs1/site/images/admin5/podbean-app.png","title":null},{"name":"Podchaser","link":"https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-best-ielts-podcast-5904628","image":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/fs1/site/images/admin5/Podchaser.webp","title":null},{"name":"BoomPlay","link":"https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/116013","image":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/fs1/site/images/admin5/BoomPlay.png","title":null}],"components":{"base":[{"id":"MainStyle","val":"light"},{"id":"Font","val":"Geometric Humanist"},{"id":"SecondaryFont","val":"Geometric Humanist"},{"id":"PlayerColor","val":"#8fc31f"},{"id":"PlayerStyle","val":"player1"},{"id":"PlayerWave","val":"show"},{"id":"Favicon","val":null},{"id":"CookiesNotice","val":"hide"},{"id":"CookiesNoticeContent","val":"

Cookies Notice

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies.

"},{"id":"EpisodePageListenOn","val":"hide"},{"id":"EpisodePageCustomizeComponent","val":"hide"}],"home-header":[{"id":"HomeHeaderTextColor","val":"#000000"},{"id":"HomeHeaderBackgroundColor","val":"#ffffff"}],"page-header":[{"id":"PageHeaderTextColor","val":"#ffffff"},{"id":"PageHeaderBackgroundColor","val":"#868686"}],"episode-list":[{"id":"EpisodeListType","val":"grid"},{"id":"EpisodesPerPage","val":10},{"id":"EpisodeStats","val":"show"}],"navigation":[{"id":"NavigationFontColor","val":"#000000"},{"id":"NavigationBackgroundColor","val":"#e9e9e9"},{"id":"NavigationSearch","val":"show"},{"id":"NavigationLinks","val":[{"id":"Home","type":"Link","value":"/","text":"Home","subitems":[]},{"id":"Subscribe","type":"Link","value":"https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/JqER3oh2gI3G","text":"Subscribe","subitems":[]},{"id":"Profile","type":"Link","value":"https://www.podbean.com/user-N1dJkeu0Kuk7","text":"Profile","subitems":[]}]}],"footer":[{"id":"FooterType","val":"Footer2"},{"id":"FooterFontColor","val":"#ffffff"},{"id":"FooterBackgroundColor","val":"#000000"},{"id":"FooterCopyright","val":"Copyright 2024 All rights reserved."},{"id":"SocialMediaLinks","val":{"facebook_username":"","twitter_username":"","instagram_username":"","youtube_username":"","linkedin_username":""}}],"customize-container1":[],"customize-container2":[{"id":"ComponentImageText-1","val":{"ComponentFontColor":"#000000","ComponentBackgroundColor":"#f2f2f2","ComponentImage":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/zrqivq2ncrnecau5/ielts-buddy-podcast-apple.jpg","ComponentContent":"

Welcome to The Ultimate IELTS Prep Podcast!

Are you preparing for the IELTS and looking for expert advice to boost your band score? Tune in to our podcast, where we dive deep into all things IELTS, focusing on strategies, tips, and lessons from ieltsbuddy.com, one of the most trusted online resources for IELTS preparation. Our hosts are here to make your IELTS journey smooth, effective, and, yes—enjoyable!

In each episode, we break down the complexities of the IELTS exam into simple, actionable steps, covering everything from essential grammar rules and vocabulary to advanced writing and speaking techniques. What sets our podcast apart is the structure we bring to every episode: we discuss specific tips and strategies featured on ieltsbuddy.com and add our expert insights and examples, making it easy for you to follow along and apply these strategies to your own practice. We also talk through common pitfalls and how to avoid them, share personal stories, and give you real-life examples of how to approach each section of the test.

Whether you're a beginner aiming for a foundational understanding or an advanced learner striving for a high band score, this podcast has something for everyone. We know the IELTS can feel intimidating, but with our guidance, you’ll gain confidence, learn insider secrets, and understand exactly how to maximize your score.

Don’t miss out on the chance to supercharge your IELTS prep! Hit play now to start transforming your study routine into something more engaging, efficient, and effective. Ready to conquer the IELTS? Join us on The Ultimate IELTS Prep Podcast—where top scores start!

"}}]},"allLinks":[],"mainStylesDefaultSettings":null,"defaultCustomizeComponents":null,"scripts":[],"metas":null,"appConfig":{"package":"com.podbean.app.podcast","app_store_id":973361050,"app_name":"Podbean","scheme":"podbean"},"customizeCss":null,"canEditCss":null,"enableJsCodeInCustomizeContent":false,"enabledIframeCodeInCustomizeContent":true,"sectionMaxCount":10,"enableEditorLink":true,"enableEditCookiesNotice":true,"siteRedirectToFeed":false,"podcatcherRssUrl":null,"showFeed":true,"showTopBar":true,"enableWebSiteLike":true,"organizationName":null,"organizationPageLink":null},"backToListUrl":"/","tinymceLoaded":false,"listEpisodes":[],"userLikedEpisodes":[],"userLikeCheckedEpisodes":[],"topBarIframeLoaded":false,"listTotalCount":0,"listTotalPage":0,"listPage":0,"listType":"all","listValue":"","listName":"","pageLoading":false,"apiBaseUrl":"https://ieltsbuddy.podbean.com","apiV2BaseUrl":"","apiCommonParams":{"t":"697865de","clientSignature":"d54f177b0061fb64f286f6347590e098","u":null,"customizing":null},"apiCommonHeaders":{},"comments":[],"commentsTotalCount":0,"commentsTotalPage":0,"commentsPage":1,"commentEpisodeId":"pb26835153-qctqx","episode":{"id":"pb26835153","idTag":"qctqx","title":"5 Common Confusing Words Explained: Set 1","logo":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog19757616/commonly-confused-words_300x300.jpg","shareLogo":"https://d2bwo9zemjwxh5.cloudfront.net/ep-logo/pbblog19757616/commonly-confused-words_1200x628.jpg?s=8b4f08252b2a9b013a5e0fb78f3af710&e=jpg","largeLogo":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog19757616/commonly-confused-words.jpg","previewContent":null,"content":"

Our hosts explain the difference between these common confusing words:

Accept or Except
Advise or Advice
Affect or Effect
Alot or A Lot
Anyway or Anyways

","publishTimestamp":1760783979,"duration":469,"mediaUrl":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9tk743h4ke3wp7ft/confusing-words-set-1.mp3","mediaType":"audio/mpeg","shareLink":"https://admin5.podbean.com/embed.html?id=pb-qctqx-19978d1","likedCount":0,"deepLink":"https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-qctqx-19978d1","transcriptUrl":null,"permalink":"/e/5-commonly-confused-words-explained-set-1/","downloadLink":"https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-qctqx-19978d1?download=1","fallbackResource":null,"fallbackResourceMimetype":null,"downloadCount":459,"status":"publish","hasMoreContent":false,"chaptersUrl":null,"explicit":false},"episodeShareLink":null,"deepLink":"https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-qctqx-19978d1","playlist":{"episodes":[],"current":0,"start":0,"stop":0,"playing":true,"playerLoading":true,"playbackRate":1,"playbackRateIndex":1,"volume":1},"toasts":[],"confirm":null,"customizeEditorFormZIndex":999,"lastRequestTime":null,"validateChangesOnBeforeunload":true,"windowWidth":1000,"VITE_FS1_CDN_URL_PREFIX":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/fs1","reloadStats":false,"userIdEncrypted":null,"userProfilePicture":null,"username":null,"isVerified":false,"loadUserInfo":false,"loginUrl":"https://www.podbean.com/site/user/login?return=https%253A%252F%252Fieltsbuddy.podbean.com%252Fe%252F5-commonly-confused-words-explained-set-1%252F&rts=8b36988c724b977798d164886b32bb930d6c7aeb","recaptchaV3Loaded":false,"recaptchaV2Loaded":false,"likesLoaded":false,"commentLikeMap":{},"commentOffset":0,"widgetCommentsLoaded":false},"episode":{"id":"pb26835153","idTag":"qctqx","title":"5 Common Confusing Words Explained: Set 1","logo":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog19757616/commonly-confused-words_300x300.jpg","shareLogo":"https://d2bwo9zemjwxh5.cloudfront.net/ep-logo/pbblog19757616/commonly-confused-words_1200x628.jpg?s=8b4f08252b2a9b013a5e0fb78f3af710&e=jpg","largeLogo":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog19757616/commonly-confused-words.jpg","previewContent":null,"content":"

Our hosts explain the difference between these common confusing words:

Accept or Except
Advise or Advice
Affect or Effect
Alot or A Lot
Anyway or Anyways