🎙️ Hello, English Explorers!
Welcome to another exciting episode from Perfectly Spoken! 🌟

🚀 Today, we're travelling to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate a very special date… May the 4th!
✨ Or as Star Wars fans love to say: “May the Fourth be with you!”

🤔 But what does this pun-tastic phrase really mean?
🌌 Get ready and listen in as we learn where this comes from!

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Do you know what we celebrate on English Language Day? 🧐📚
Tune in to this episode 🎧 to find out why this day matters—and get inspired with creative ideas to celebrate it in all kinds of ways 🎉🌍 (sorry, no spoilers here... you'll have to listen! 😉) 

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Welcome to this podcast where David & Stephanie uncover the truth behind the legendary Saint and the origins of Valentine's Day 💌

Was he really a romantic hero or just a historical myth? 🤔 And if he were here today, how would he navigate modern love? 💑📱
Tune in for a mix of history, humour, and wild predictions as well as our recommendations on how to celebrate this special day! ❤️🎙️

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TRANSCRIPT:

David : Hello everyone. I’m David from Perfectly Spoken and in this podcast we are exploring the legend that is St Valentine.
Every year on February 14th, people all over the world celebrate love. But do you know why?
Today I’m joined by Stephanie who knows a lot about love. Hello Stephanie
So presumably the story all started with a man named Valentine didn’t it?

Stephanie: Yes. That’s right. St. Valentine was a priest in Rome, many, many years ago—about 1,700 years ago! At that time, the emperor, Claudius II, said that soldiers could not get married. He thought married men were not good soldiers. But Valentine believed in love, so he secretly helped soldiers get married. When the emperor found out, he was furious, really angry and put Valentine in prison.

David: On no. poor Valentine. What happened to him there?

Stephanie: Well, it’s not all bad news for Valentine because while he was in prison, he became friends with the jailer’s daughter. Some say he even fell in love with her. Before he died, he wrote her a letter and signed it, “From your Valentine.” And that’s how the tradition of sending Valentine’s cards began!

David: Wow! How romantic. So, if Valentine lived today, I wonder what his life would be like?

Stephanie: Very different for sure. Maybe he would use social media to spread love! Can you imagine him on Instagram or TikTok, helping couples and giving relationship advice? Maybe he would have a YouTube channel called "Valentine’s Love Tips!"

David:: Haha! That would be fun! And speaking of love tips, let’s talk about Valentine’s Day today. People celebrate by giving gifts like flowers, chocolates, and cards. Why is that do you think?

Stephanie:  Well, red roses are a symbol of love, chocolates make people happy, and cards help people say sweet things to each other.

David:: That’s true! It’s all about showing love and appreciation. Some people also give teddy bears, jewellery, or even plan romantic dinners..

Stephanie:  Exactly! But remember, Valentine’s Day is not just for couples. You can show love to your friends, family, or even yourself. Buy yourself some chocolate—why not?

David: Great idea. Yes! And don’t forget to spread love and kindness every day, not just on February 14th.
That’s all for now. Thanks for listening, and Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

Here are a few clues about the topics David and Stephanie will talk about in this session:

• Why were 70 passengers on flight SQ321 taken to hospital?
• How has Netflix attracted 40 million new users?
• Have you ever been scammed or ripped off buying tickets for concerts?

This is the last News Talk in this Series. We'll be back!

If you'd like to learn more about us, create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 27th May 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

** APOLOGIES FOR A TECHNICAL ISSUE during the recording of this live session **

Here are a few clues about the topics David and Stephanie will talk about in this session:

• Should ‘assisted dying’ be legal?
• How will Microsoft’s Bill Gates’ ex-wife spend $12.5 bn?
• How much will a McChicken burger, 4 nuggets, fries and a drink cost in the US in June?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. 

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 20th May 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

• What is India's biggest problem?
• Why were Charles and Harry in London and did they meet?
• Which country won Eurovision? (and do you care?)

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. 

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 13th May 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

• How will teachers in Tennessee soon be able to protect their students?
• How many deliveries does Zipline drone delivery company plan to make every day?
• How often do we check our phones (and how much time do we spend) every day?

Join us next in two weeks for the latest News Talk. 

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 29th April 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

• What is the latest ‘first’ for Donald Trump?
• What will anyone born after 2009 NOT be able to do in the UK?
• Which city experienced its largest amount of rainfall in 75years?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. 

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 22nd April 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

• Which important religious festival ended last week?
• How many hours a week should we work?
• Which city now has a 5€ entry fee for tourists?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. 

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 15th April 2024

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Welcome to this week’s News Talk

This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. 

This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week.  

Here are a few clues about the stories in this episode:

• To which country is the President of Botswana threatening to send 20,000 elephants?
• What’s the minimum wage for fast food workers now in California?
• How much is this year’s biggest lottery prize in the US?

Join us next week for the latest News Talk. 

And if you’d like to participate in the live sessions simply create your account at www.perfectlyspoken.com 

Recorded: 8th April 2024

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