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BALLOONCAST - Go Ahead School episodes
- Bologna - A Center of Progress
Levels: Intermediate +
In today's episode, you'll learn interesting facts about the city that pioneered the university model of higher learning. Enjoy! ;-)
8 min - Big Decisions Shape Your Life, but Small Ones Determine How Well You Live
Levels: Intermediate +
Today's recording's been adapted from an article by Moreno Zugaro. What's the actual impact of small decisions in your life? 'Pick his brain', and enjoy!
6 min - Legal English Vocab - Crime
Levels: Intermediate +
Listen to the reading of an article written by a specialist in English education. This is a good opportunity to learn more about the vocabulary of crime and offense in American English.
8 min - Setbacks - Jeff Bezos
Levels: Pre-Intermediate +
Many entrepreneurs face setbacks. As you listen to the recording, pay attention to the setbacks faced by Amazon and its founder, Jeff Bezos.
Enjoy! ;-)
4 min - Living in Portugal - Interview with Teacher Daniela
In this episode, you'll listen to a nice and cozy chat/interview with teacher Daniela, aka teacher Lella, who'll talk a little bit about her experience living in Portugal. A delightful moment - enjoy!
13 min - New Year’s ResolutionsWhat are your New Year’s Resolutions? What makes a good resolution? Listen to an interview/chat with teacher Inês and learn more about this topic. Enjoy! Happy New Year!11 min
- Charles Dickens and The Invention of Christmas
Charles Dickens has probably had more influence on the way we celebrate Christmas today than any other single individual. But who was Charles Dickens? Listen to the recording to learn more about one of the greatest writers of all time. Enjoy!
9 min - Business in Context: What is Lean?
Levels: Pre-Intermediate +
Lean is recognized globally as one of the most effective ways to build, improve, and sustain businesses and institutions. Listen to the recording to learn more about Lean. Enjoy!
3 min - Grammar in Context: More About Passives
Levels: Intermediate +
When describing a process, we focus more on what is done than on who does it. For this reason, the passive is commonly used. It is also possible to mention what actions people or things perform in a process as well as focusing on the action itself, so there is a mixture of active and passive.
Listen to two recordings where both structures can be found. Enjoy!
3 min - Business in Context: What was your proudest achievement?
Levels: Pre-Intermediate +
In a job interview during a recruitment process, three applicants were asked the question, 'what was your proudest achievement?' Make notes as you listen to the recording. Enjoy!
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About BALLOONCAST - Go Ahead School
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BalloonCast is a podcast series featuring pedagogical resources designed to help students improve key language skills, such as listening, grammar, and vocabulary. Jump into our balloon and enjoy the…
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