Regular listeners may have noticed that we tend to avoid speaking about politics and current affairs. After all, the aim of this podcast is to help you improve your English, not to complain about all the bad things that happen in the world. However, something happened recently during the 2026 World Cup that made us want to turn on our microphones and vent our frustration.

But we haven't forgotten you because you'll learn lots of vocabulary connected to corruption in sport and a little about the history of the World Cup.

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Have you ever gone for a walk in a city and wondered what some of the things you see are called in English? This is a thought that occurred to Marta, one of our regular listeners, and today we're going to explore some English vocabulary and collocations for the city.

Whether you live in a big city, are travelling abroad, or simply want to expand your vocabulary, these words and phrases are extremely useful for intermediate and advanced learners. We'll explain the meanings, common collocations, and natural examples that native speakers use every day.

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Craig and Zdenek discuss their backgrounds and passion for football. Zdenek, an English teacher from the Czech Republic, has been teaching since 2011 and hosts the Footglish podcast.

They share their experiences with football, including Zdenek's support for Arsenal and Craig's mixed feelings about Arsenal and Spain. They also discuss the emotional investment in football, the impact of politics on sports, and their predictions for the World Cup 2026, favoring France as a strong contender.

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Travelling by caravan, campervan, or motorhome has become a popular way to explore the world with freedom and flexibility. In today's episode, we'll look at the differences between these vehicles, useful vocabulary, common expressions, and some fun facts about life on the road. We'll also discuss why so many people are choosing this lifestyle and what challenges come with it.

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Whether you work in a gym, watch fitness videos online, or simply want to improve your English, learning gym vocabulary can help you communicate more naturally and confidently.

In this episode, we'll explore essential words and expressions used by fitness trainers, discuss common gym situations, and learn useful collocations and professional language connected to exercise and health.

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Today we're going to explore two very common English verbs that often confuse English learners: come and go These verbs all describe movement, but the difference depends on direction. In other words, whether something moves towards the speaker, away from the speaker, or goes somewhere and returns. Even advanced learners sometimes mix these verbs up, especially in conversation. In this episode, we'll explain the meaning of each verb clearly, compare them, and practise with lots of natural examples used in everyday English.

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You've reached an advanced level in English—but something still feels off. Maybe you sound too formal, a bit unnatural, or not quite like a fluent speaker. In today's episode, we'll explore why that happens and how you can sound more effortless and natural.

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Have you ever wondered why someone would be 'green with envy' or why a 'golden opportunity' is so much better than a regular one? English is a very visual language, and today you'll learn some colour-based idioms that will help make your spoken and written English a bit more colourful.

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Renting a car in another country can be stressful, especially if you're not sure what to say. From insurance questions to understanding the contract, it's easy to feel lost. But don't worry—today we'll walk you through the essential English phrases step by step.

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What did the Romans ever do for us? We can see their influence everywhere: in the roads we travel on, the laws we follow, even the words we speak. In this episode, we'll explore how an ancient empire didn't just conquer lands, it laid the foundations for modern civilization.

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