Coffee and Conversation for ESL Listening

By Donielle and KhrystynaEducation Self-Improvement Language Learning

Coffee and Conversation for ESL Listening episodes

October 21 Exploring the U.S. - Southern Region
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Y’all ready for a trip through the American South? From New Orleans jazz to Georgia peaches and Kentucky bourbon, Donielle and Khrystyna explore the places, traditions, and personalities that make this region so distinctive.
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
39 min
October 06 Episode 51: Coffee Break - A Mish Mosh of Games & Fun Facts
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What do 70,000 videotapes, a race against the clock, and potatoes have in common? They all make their way into this Coffee Break as Donielle and Khrystyna share a fascinating story and put their word-game skills to the test.
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
17 min
September 10 Episode 50: Random Questions
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For our 50th episode, we’re mixing things up with a bowl full of random questions. Grab a coffee and join us for an unscripted conversation full of opinions, stories, laughs, and plenty of real English.
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
31 min
August 09 Episode 49: Exploring the U.S. - Midwest Region
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Welcome to the Midwest, where the winters are cold, the cheese curds are fried, and saying goodbye can take forever. Join us as we talk food, culture, traditions, and more!
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
35 min
July 05 Episode 48: Sports and Games
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From soccer and hockey to Scrabble and Uno, this episode covers all things sports and games. Donielle and Khrystyna share childhood memories, debate spectator sports, swap game-night stories, and discover that winning isn't nearly as important as having fun... unless you're a sore loser!
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
31 min
June 02 Episode 47: Home Remedies
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What do you do when you start feeling sick? In this episode, Donielle and Khrystyna discuss home remedies, family traditions, and common treatments for everyday ailments. They compare experiences from different cultures, explore why some remedies become so popular, and share plenty of stories and opinions along the way. It's a fun and engaging conversation filled with useful vocabulary and cultural insights for English learners.
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
36 min
April 27 Episode 46: Childhood Memories
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Today, Donielle and Khrystyna are sharing a bit of nostalgia. We’re talking about childhood memories, funny habits, and the stories that stayed with us. Click “Join the Conversation” and share a funny childhood memory of your own!
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
35 min
March 27 Episode 45: Social Norms
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Why do people say “How are you?” but don’t expect a real answer? And is it rude to start eating before everyone else? In this episode, Donielle and Khrystyna explore social norms, while sharing funny, surprising, and sometimes confusing cultural differences.
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
33 min
February 17 Episode 44: What's in a Color?
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In this episode, we talk all things color — personality quizzes, cultural meanings, marketing psychology, and why certain colors make us feel calm, hungry, confident, or creative. What does your favorite color say about you?
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
34 min
January 03 Episode 43: Opinions - The Best & The Worst
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In this episode, you'll hear a discussion about opinions on the best and worst of everyday life—from candy and coffee choices to household chores and vacation experiences. Along the way, it becomes clear that Donielle and Khrystyna share many opinions… just not when it comes to candy. It’s a relaxed, lighthearted conversation that shows how “best” and “worst” things really depend on who you ask.
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Music: Wake Up to the Renaissance by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
33 min

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Real English conversations for ESL listening practice. Each episode, your hosts introduce a new topic of conversation for upper intermediate and advanced English learners to practice their…