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Enjoy this episode from the Plain English archives (with a recent update for 2025): The San José, a Spanish treasure ship carrying gold, silver, and valuable jewelry, sank off the coast of Colombia in 1708. The shipwreck, and its treasure, have been untouched for over 300 years. ...  Show more

Today's story: Classic stories are an important part of Christmas traditions for both kids and adults. They teach values of generosity, family, love, wonder, and belief. Here are five that stand the test of time: The Snowman, The Polar Express, The Legend of ...  Show more

In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into 9 proven methods to finally understand fast native English speech. If you've ever felt lost when native speakers talk at their natural pace, this episode is your roadmap to breakthrough comprehension.

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In this powerful 1-hour episode, you’ll hear a real, meaningful story told in slow, clear, and simple English. It’s perfect for A1–A2 level learners who want to improve their listening skills, build vocabulary, and speak English more fluently and confidently. ✅ What you’ll get in ...  Show more

Do you ever feel frustrated by modern technology and wish things were simpler? You're not alone, and this common feeling is your key to unlocking advanced English ( https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/) skills! In this lesson, you will train your ear to understand authentic ...  Show more

Do you struggle to understand fast, natural English conversations and wish you could learn new vocabulary without boring lists? This unique English listening lesson https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/ uses fascinating real-world stories to improve your English listening skills & bu ...  Show more