Ready to 'hit the hay' after a long day? 🌟 But wait, why do we even say that?  Listen as we discuss the sleepy origin of 'hit the hay'...or 'hit the sack'.🚜🌾Press play to tuck into this bedtime story before you actually hit the hay tonight!🎧😴 

⭐ Welcome to “Top English Idioms” by Perfectly Spoken ⭐
 In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting English idioms and phrases that British people use. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

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 Ever 'dropped the ball' on something important?
🙈We all make mistakes, but where did this saying come from and how do we use it? 🏈🎈 Tune in to hear examples of how you can use this popular phrase today tales from the times of old games to the plays of today 🎧 


⭐ Welcome to “Top English Idioms” by Perfectly Spoken ⭐
 In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting English idioms and phrases that British people use. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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Ever had to 'bite the bullet' and face something tough? 🤔💪 
In this podcast episode, we're chomping down on the gritty origins of this brave phrase and exploring how "biting the bullet" became a metaphor for enduring the hard stuff. 
So if you've got a minute to learn something cool, press play and join the adventure! 🎧🏹 

⭐ Welcome to “Top English Idioms” by Perfectly Spoken ⭐
In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting English idioms and phrases that British people use. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our website www.perfectlyspoken.com and start your English learning journey today!

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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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 brought world leaders and Elon Musk to the UK?
• What fees cost Americans $130 billion last year?
• Why is 2023 year a special year for Disney?

Join us next on the 20th of November 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: 6th November 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
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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 country is now limiting exports of graphite
• In which country did the Prime Minister join a one day strike?
• What does “hallow” and “een” mean (and do you celebrate in your country?)

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: 30th October 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

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 meet climate goals, by 2030 the world needs to spend $600bn a year on what?
• What is the biggest problem with remote working for bosses?
• In which country are French Champagne companies planting vineyards?

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: 23rd October 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

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 causing a big danger for satellites and spacecraft?
• In the US who earns more an automaker or a fast food worker?
• What is ‘bugging’ Parisians?

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: 16th October 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

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 $1 million prize was awarded to a Hungarian and an American?
• By 2050, how many people in the world will be 'older people'?
• What are people choosing NOT to have for breakfast?

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: 9th October 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

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 climate ‘disaster’ has the UK government agreed to?
• How is Amazon Prime Video planning to increase revenue?
• Why is google celebrating?

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: 4th September 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com

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 G20 country will go from the 5th largest economy to the 3rd largest by 2027?
• Whose kiss could potentially be a criminal offence?
• Which 61 year old rock band is releasing a new album?

Join us next 2nd October 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: 11th September 2023

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⭐ Learn English online with Perfectly Spoken ⭐
- Create a Trial account today and enjoy 7 days of access!
- Test your English level + learn with over 120 lessons (including lesson 1 from all our courses and the first 10 lessons from courses A1 to C2) + experience live classes and the Conversation Café
No payment method needed, just your email to register!
🚀 Ready to begin? Start your English learning journey now at www.perfectlyspoken.com