Just Connect English

Each Friday we look at an adapted story from the news that people learning English can understand and use to strengthen their listening comprehension.

This week we look at a new discovery in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

Each Thursday there will be an episode of the podcast on useful expressions which you can add to your vocabulary when speaking English. This week we look at what it means to be a  couch potato, to be on the go, and to be a pain in the neck.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

Sérgio Vieira de Mello was a Brazilian United Nations diplomat who worked on several UN humanitarian and political programs for over 34 years. He worked to promote sustainable peace, international security and better living conditions for individuals in situations of armed conflict.

He was killed in the Canal Hotel bombing in Iraq along with 20 other members of his staff on 19 August 2003 while working as United Nations Special Representative for Iraq. 

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

Each Friday we look at an adapted story from the news that people learning English can understand and use to strengthen their listening comprehension.

This week we look at footballer Lionel Messi's move to join PSG in France.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

Each Thursday there will be an episode of the podcast on useful expressions which you can add to your vocabulary when speaking English. This week we look at what it means to turn heads, to be full of yourself, and to be lost for words.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

After a short break, I'm back with the new episode of the Just Connect English podcast. This week, to celebrate my return to Ireland, I'm going to discuss the history of Ireland. From it's beginning through to the 20th century, you will learn more about this little country's history.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

In recent years, the idea of Universal Basic Income has gained popularity. Some economists believe that UBI could wipe out poverty and unemployment. Others criticise it, saying that it is unrealistic. In this episode, we will talk in detail about this concept and how it could be implemented.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

In the second episode of July's theme on travelling, we look at what you should do before you leave to go on holiday or to go travelling. Follow this advice and you'll have much less to worry about and more time to enjoy your holiday

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

This is the last week of the European Football Championships, also known as the Euros. A new champion will be crowned this weekend, but in today's episode we are going to look at the history of the tournament as well as some of the more recent tournaments of the 21st century.

There are a lot very useful expressions and vocabulary for talking about football in this episode. Many of them can also be used in other situations, so whether you are crazy about football or not, there will be something here for everyone.

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com

In the first episode of July's theme on travelling, we look at how to choose a destination. If you're thinking about going on holiday, but don't know where to go, listen to this episode to discover some ways to decide!

This podcast is for people who already have some understanding of English, but who want to learn in context, make progress, and communicate with other English speakers without having to read boring grammar books.

You can also find all of the transcripts at:
https://www.justconnectenglish.com