Episode 42: Why do people keep pets? (Learn how to expand short answers into confident ones)
Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll practise the classic exam question: “Why do people keep pets?” Learn how to expand short answers into confident ones — with reasons, examples, and even a little speculation.What you get:A 40-second model answer plus 5 natural expressions to help you talk about pets, relationships, and feelings more fluently.Want daily B2 practice?Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build confidence for exam day: https://subscribepage.io/b2firstacademyReady for live speaking practice?Get all the details on B2 First Academy classes, scheduling, and your free trial: Download the PDFNew to the podcast?Start with Episode 8 — I share how I went from skipping English presentations to starting my own speaking academy.Thanks for listening!
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Episode 41: Are animals important in your life? (Sound natural and confident from the very first question)
Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll practise a classic Part 1 question: “Are animals important in your life?” Learn how to keep your answers natural, personal, and clear — and make a great first impression on the examiner.What you get:A 30-second model answer plus 5 useful expressions you can use to make your answers sound more personal and natural.Want daily B2 practice?Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build confidence for exam day: https://subscribepage.io/b2firstacademyReady for live speaking practice?Get all the details on B2 First Academy classes, scheduling, and your free trial: Download the PDFNew to the podcast?Start with Episode 8 — I share how I went from skipping English presentations to starting my own speaking academy.Thanks for listening!
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Episode 40: Can you use these 5 health idioms?
Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll learn 5 health idioms you can use naturally in the B2 Speaking exam to make your answers sound more fluent and confident.What you get:Clear meanings, examples, and pronunciation tips for: fit as a fiddle, under the weather, back on your feet, in bad shape, and recharge your batteries.Want daily B2 practice?Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build confidence for exam day: https://subscribepage.io/b2firstacademyReady for live speaking practice?Get all the details on B2 First Academy classes, scheduling, and your free trial: Download the PDFNew to the podcast?Start with Episode 8 — I share how I went from skipping English presentations to starting my own speaking academy.Thanks for listening!
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Episode 39: Do you think health services should be free? (Two opposing viewpoints with key vocabulary)
Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll learn how to answer “Do you think health services should be free?” — with two complete model answers from opposite viewpoints, plus key phrases for building strong, balanced arguments.What you get:Two clear, well-developed model answers (YES and NO) plus 6 expressions to start opinions, structure reasons, and acknowledge other perspectives.Want daily B2 practice?Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build confidence for exam day: https://subscribepage.io/b2firstacademyReady for live speaking practice?Get all the details on B2 First Academy classes, scheduling, and your free trial: Download the PDFNew to the podcast?Start with Episode 8 — I share how I went from skipping English presentations to starting my own speaking academy.Thanks for listening!
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Episode 38: Is it easier to live a healthy lifestyle compared to the past? (Structure past vs present answers clearly)
Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll learn how to answer “Is it easier to live a healthy lifestyle compared to the past?” — using a simple past–present structure that keeps your ideas clear and organised.What you get:A confident, balanced model answer plus 5 time phrases to make past–present comparisons sound natural.Want daily B2 practice?Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build confidence for exam day: https://subscribepage.io/b2firstacademyReady for live speaking practice?Get all the details on B2 First Academy classes, scheduling, and your free trial: Download the PDFNew to the podcast?Start with Episode 8 — I share how I went from skipping English presentations to starting my own speaking academy.Thanks for listening!
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