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• IELTS Debate: Rural to Urban Migration

  Get ready to boost your IELTS Speaking, Listening, and overall topic knowledge with our latest episode, featuring a full IELTS-style debate on rural to urban migration. This discussion explores both sides of one of today’s most important global issues — from economic opportunity and national development to regional decline and long-term sustainability. In this episode, you’ll hear natural, high-level argumentation, useful language for expressing opinions, and clear examples of how to build strong analytical responses — exactly the type of skills you need for IELTS Speaking Part 3. Want to go further? 🔗 Follow this link to access the full set of learning resources, including: – The complete debate transcript – Vocabulary lists – Key argument phrases – Summary notes and study materials Whether you’re preparing for IELTS or simply interested in global issues, this lesson gives you everything you need to deepen your understanding and improve your English in a meaningful, practical way. Tune in now and level up your exam preparation!

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• IELTS Debate: Office Versus Remote Working

  This episode features an IELTS debate on remote working, presenting two contrasting viewpoints on one of today’s most relevant workplace topics. It’s ideal for improving your listening skills while also building strong ideas and arguments you can use in IELTS Speaking Part 3 and Writing Task 2 essays. You’ll hear natural debate language, useful expressions for arguing for and against a position, and plenty of high-level vocabulary related to modern work trends. Follow the link to read the full transcript and explore a discussion of key vocabulary and useful language from the debate. This makes the episode perfect for students who want structured input and practical language they can confidently use in the test. Transcript and Key Vocabulary

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• 5 Common Confusing Words - Set 3

  If you’ve ever hesitated before choosing between these words, this episode is for you: bought or brought complement or compliment discrete or discreet drank or drunk either and neither In this practical and engaging podcast, we break down the differences between these easily mixed-up words, explain when to use each one, and give clear examples to help you remember them. Perfect for English learners, test-takers, and anyone who wants to write and speak with more confidence, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and polish your language skills in minutes. Tune in and level up your vocabulary today.

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• Essential IELTS Science Vocabulary

  This episode is designed to help you understand and confidently use key science-related terms often found in IELTS reading, listening, and speaking tasks. In this episode, we break down complex phrases such as "placebo effect," "geoengineering," and "conventional medicine"—explaining what they mean, how they are used, and how to apply them naturally in your own responses. Whether you're aiming for Band 6, 7, or higher, Essential IELTS Science Vocabulary will boost your scientific language, improve your academic tone, and help you sound clear, confident, and well-informed. Listen and level up your IELTS skills today.

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• 5 Common Confusing Words Explained: Set 2

  The hosts explain 5 more common confusing words to help you with your IELTS vocabulary:   •Assure and Ensure •Backward and Backwards •Be/Get Used To •Between and Among •Borrow and Lend

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