Free Daily Podcast Summary
Learning English Conversations: Daily Summaries Delivered
by BBC Radio
Everyday expressions and real English conversations to help make your English conversations easier. Every week, we teach you a new phrase or word you can use in conversation with The English We Speak. And we bring you special series to improve your English conversation. Try Beating Speaking Anxiety to learn how to fight your fears of speaking English.
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- Yesterday2 min
The English We Speak: Here for it
Here for what exactly? Learn how to show your support for something with this expressionGet a free transcript for this episode: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-261102Explore more programmes for your level: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/And sign up for our free email newsletter to get weekly tips: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599Follow us on social media @bbclearningenglish
- 1 weeks ago2 min
The English We Speak: In the same breath
If you express two ideas using 'in the same breath', you contrast them both and add weight to one. It's used to introduce a contradiction. Though the ideas are different, both could be true, but the latter idea, which comes after 'in the same breath', usually carries more weight. Learn how to use this expression with Becca and Feifei.Get a free transcript for this episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-261026Have you signed up to our email newsletter yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Get weekly tips from your favourite presenters: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our newly updated website homepage. Find what you're looking for more quickly and easily: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english
- 2 weeks ago2 min
The English We Speak: Leave to one's own devices
Sometimes people leave you to do something on your own because they trust you. Sometimes people just don't want to help you. In both of these situations we can say that you are left to your own devices. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.Get a free transcript for this episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-261019Have you signed up to our email newsletter yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Get weekly tips from your favourite presenters: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our newly updated website homepage. Find what you're looking for more quickly and easily: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english
- 3 weeks ago2 min
The English We Speak: Try one's patience
Try your patience means 'test your patience'. Find out how to use it here with Phil and Feifei.Get a free transcript for this episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-261012Have you signed up to our email newsletter yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Get weekly tips from your favourite presenters: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our newly updated website homepage. Find what you're looking for more quickly and easily: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english
- 4 weeks ago2 min
The English We Speak: Sack something off
I’ve got too many plans. I’m going to sack them off and just chill out this week! Learn how to use 'sack something off' in this programme with Georgie and Feifei.Get a free transcript for this episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-261005Have you signed up to our email newsletter yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Get weekly tips from your favourite presenters: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our newly updated website homepage. Find what you're looking for more quickly and easily: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/
- Sep 29, 20262 min
The English We Speak: In a tizzy
An expression to use when you feel stressed about something small and usually not worth the panic. Learn it here with Georgie and Feifei.Get a free transcript for this episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260928Have you signed up to our email newsletter yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Get weekly tips from your favourite presenters: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our newly updated website homepage. Find what you're looking for more quickly and easily: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/
- Sep 22, 20262 min
The English We Speak
Same hair, same style, same ways of waking and talking? They might be the 'same person, different font'. Learn how to use this expression with Becca and Feifei.Get a free transcript for this episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260921Have you signed up to our email newsletter yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Get weekly tips from your favourite presenters: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our newly updated website homepage. Find what you're looking for more quickly and easily: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/
- Sep 15, 20263 min
The English We Speak: Hot take
Do you want to share a surprising opinion? Learn how to use 'hot take' with Feifei and Becca. Get a free transcript to read while you listen here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english//features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260914Get weekly updates and tips for improving your English here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/send/u178220599And check out our new website layout! We've given the homepage an update to make it easier to navigate: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/We'd love some feedback about our website, or any of our programmes. Just email us at learningenglish@bbc.co.uk
Get Learning English Conversations summaries in your inbox
Free AI-powered daily recaps. Key takeaways, quotes, and mentions — in a 5-minute read.
Get Free Summaries →Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
You Might Also Like
Listeners also like.
Learning Easy English
Short, conversational English lessons on everyday topics with clear, natural speech and optional subtitles.
Learning English Grammar
Learn English grammar through weekly lessons that explain usage in everyday contexts, with interactive quizzes to reinforce understanding.
6 Minute English
Learn practical English vocabulary and phrases through short, topical discussions using real BBC audio clips.
BBC英语教学
Learn English through authentic British expressions, cultural insights, and listening practice from BBC Learning English.
Learning English from the News
A weekly podcast that teaches English through news stories and headline vocabulary, with special episodes in simple English.
Learning English Vocabulary
Learn English vocabulary through short weekly lessons on topics like weather, jobs, and grammar, plus quick one-minute language tips.
Learning English For Work
Practical English lessons focused on workplace communication, from emails to job applications and office jargon.
Conversation & Pronunciation: Learn English with The Rachel's English Podcast
Learn natural English conversation and pronunciation through discussions on stress, rhythm, slang, idioms, and cultural nuances.
All Ears English Podcast
American English lessons covering idioms, cultural norms, and conversation skills for intermediate to advanced learners.
EAW: Lessons (Burmese)
Learn practical office English through real-life workplace scenarios demonstrated by native speakers.
English in a Minute
BBC Radio
Learning English Stories
Short dramas and stories designed to help listeners improve their English language skills.
About Learning English Conversations
Everyday expressions and real English conversations to help make your English conversations easier. Every week, we teach you a new phrase or word you can use in conversation with The English We Speak. And we bring you special series to improve your English conversation. Try Beating Speaking Anxiety to learn how to fight your fears of speaking English.
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from Learning English Conversations in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's Learning English Conversations daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of Learning English Conversations as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the Learning English Conversations podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official Learning English Conversations product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by BBC Radio.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts, any in the catalog. Basic raises that to 15, Pro to 40 and Max to 100. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does Learning English Conversations release new episodes?
Learning English Conversations publishes weekly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does Learning English Conversations cover?
Learning English Conversations covers topics including Education, Learning, Language Learning. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting Learning English Conversations summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.