Parler anglais
Episodes
Guess the landmark
18 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess the three landmarks Ben is describing?Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to t...
Using the gerund after verbs and prepositions
17 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how and when to use gerund verbs.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcr...
Starting a new hobby: bushcraft
15 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about his new hobby.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben ...
Correct the mistakes
14 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Football vocabulary
11 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The World Cup is starting today! Here's some useful vocabulary so you can have a conversation about football!Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwit...
How to use ‘respectively’
10 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how to use a great word for writing.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to tran...
World Cup 2026 preview
08 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Who are the favourites, dark horses and players to look out for?Read the episode transcript and test ...
What’s the missing word?
07 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Guess the sport
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess the three sports Ben is describing?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Comparing present perfect and past perfect
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the difference between two important tenses.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access...
World Cup memories: 60 years of hurt
01 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Ben looks into why England's men can't win major football tournaments.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with...
May pub quiz
31 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials...
End of the month grammar and vocab quiz
28 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We look back at some grammar and vocabulary we studied during May.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, a...
Useful expressions: the former and the latter
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how to use 'the former' and 'the latter'.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tut...
Does the World Cup final need a half time show?
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Shakira, Madonna and BTS set to perform at the World Cup final half time show, Ben considers whether the show is really necessary.Read the episod...
Complete the phrasal verb
24 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find the missing prepositions to complete Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, a...
Nature Expressions
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at some great expressions to use when talking about nature.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes...
Nature vocabulary
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben gives you some definitions of nature words, but can you name them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizze...
David Attenborough at 100: Britain’s voice of nature
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben celebrates 100 years of British nature presenter David Attenborough. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension ...
What’s the missing word?
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Guess the famous dish
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess the three global dishes?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials, join the...
Adverbs of manner: When (and when not) to use them
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at adverbs of manner - and how and when to use them.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'l...
Great British Quotes: “To me, to you”
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at a famous line from British children's TV.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension q...
Correct the mistakes
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Common pronunciation mistakes: Clothes
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we practise one of the most difficult sounds to pronounce in English.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with...
Bless you! Hay fever vocabulary
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a list of useful vocabulary for the topic of hay fever.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and v...
Bless you! Living with hay fever
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses the annual nuisance of hay fever. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn...
What’s the missing word?
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
End of the month grammar and vocabulary quiz
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's the end of the month, so here's a quiz to revise some grammar and vocabulary we studied in the month of April.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwi...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘A Day in The Life’ by The Beatles
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to one of the most famous and influential Beatles' songs.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehen...
My favourite UK accents: Scouse
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about the history and characteristics of the Scouse accent.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz...
April Pub Quiz
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials...
Guess the household object
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben gives you some clues about three household objects - can you name them?Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club....
Practising 3rd person (he/she/it)
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we practise using 3rd person singular in the present simple tense.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Be...
Review: Project Hail Mary
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben gives his verdict on the new Ryan Gosling sci-fi thriller.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joi...
Correct the mistakes
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Practising inversions, part two: neither and so
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use neither and so + inversions to agree with statements.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan clu...
Practising inversions, part one
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how, why and when we use inversions.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to tran...
Addicted! Is this social media’s ‘smoking’ moment?
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses whether it's the beginning of the end for social media.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz...
Identify the Phrasal Verb
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you complete the phrasal verbs in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and vide...
Understanding the lyrics: 'There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)' by Eurythmics
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to a 1985 synth pop classic.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutor...
Common mistakes: to be born
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at a common mistake that English learners make.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
How should we measure happiness? Are people in your country happy?
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses what happiness is and what makes us happy.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by join...
What’s the missing word?
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Each other and Reflexive Pronouns
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how to use 'each other' and reflexive pronouns.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get acc...
April Fools’ Day explained: The background, tradition, and jokes
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why April Fools' Day is a thing? Ben explains all.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension ...
End of the month grammar and vocabulary quiz
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks back at some topics we studied during the month of March.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, ...
March pub quiz
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials...
Practising plural and uncountable nouns QUIZ
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a quiz to practise plural and uncountable nouns.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tu...
Practising plural and uncountable nouns
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we practise how to use plural and uncountable nouns.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. Yo...
Five times people have tried to smuggle unusual animals out of a country
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess which animals people have tried to smuggle across borders?Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension q...
Correct the mistakes
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Guess the movie
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess which films Ben is talking about?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials,...
Practising the emphatic 'do'
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We look at how we use 'do', 'does' and 'did' for emphasis.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get acces...
How well would you cope in a survival situation?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben considers how well he would manage in a survival situation.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by jo...
What’s the missing word?
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Practising contrast linkers
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Here's an exercise to practise the contrast linkers 'however', 'despite' and 'though'.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comp...
Using contrast linkers: however, despite, though
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We look back at how we used three contrast linkers in Monday's episode.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You...
Film review: ‘Send Help’
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben gives his review of the new horror comedy 'Send Help'.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining...
Correct the mistakes
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘Shine’ by Take That
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at the lyrics to English boyband Take That's hit 'Shine'.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension qu...
Practising the unreal conditional and ‘wish’
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use the unreal conditional.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transc...
Would you live on a private island?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben considers the pros and cons of private island living!Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining ...
End of month grammar and vocabulary test
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks back at some grammar and vocabulary we studied during the month of February. Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, com...
QUIZ: Using ‘would’ (and 'used to') for past habits
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8 sentences: can you use 'would' or just 'used to'?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutori...
Using ‘would’ for past habits
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at how to use 'would' for repeated past habits, and how it compares to 'used to'. We'll practise this grammar point in tom...
How do you celebrate your birthday?
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben considers whether birthdays are special, or just a day like any other.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension...
February Pub Quiz
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials...
QUIZ: ‘By’ or ‘Until’
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Choose the correct word (by or until) to complete the eight sentences.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizze...
Using ‘by’ for deadlines and the end of particular time periods
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use the preposition 'by' when talking about deadlines.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. ...
The classic British afternoon tea: how did it start and is it actually good?
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how the tradition of afternoon tea began, and if it's really worth it.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comp...
What’s the missing word?
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tut...
QUIZ: Practising 'see', 'watch' and 'look at'
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a fill in the blanks exercise to practise three similar verbs.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes...
Practising ‘see’, ‘watch’ and ‘look at’
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the differences between three similar verbs.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access...
Alex Honnold’s skyscraper climb: mad or inspirational?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks back at Alex Honnold's Taiwan skyscraper climb and discusses whether it was crazy or inspirational.Read the episode transcript and test your...
Correct the mistakes
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Guess the city
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess the three cities based on Ben's clues?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutor...
Grammar practice: To be and get used to...
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at how to use the phrase 'to be/get used to...'.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club...
What’s the best time of the year to visit London?
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the best and worst times to visit London.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the...
What’s the missing word?
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
End of January grammar and vocabulary quiz
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, a quiz to revise everything we have studied during January here on Parler Anglais. Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben ...
Using the phrase ‘to find + object + adjective’
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Ben looks at how to use 'find' when talking about opinions.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hou...
The Battle of the Sexes: Is it good for tennis and sport in general?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses the recent 'Battle of the Sexes' tennis match and whether it was good or bad for tennis and sport in general.Get 10% of one-to-one ...
January Pub Quiz
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January. Email: lea...
The silent ‘h’ in English
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we practise the silent 'h'.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January. Email: lear...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘How Soon is Now?’ by The Smiths
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at the lyrics to 'How Soon is Now?' by The Smiths.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in ...
How concerned should we be about the role of artificial intelligence in human relationships?
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Ben discusses the role of AI in relationships.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in J...
Complete the Phrasal Verb
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find the missing verbs in Ben's sentences to complete the phrasal verbs?Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 ho...
Enduring the flu: grammar point - using ‘would’ to speak about the future from a past perspective
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how to speak about the future from a past perspective. Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in...
Enduring the flu: sickness vocabulary
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at some common and important words and phrases related to health and sickness. Listen back to Monday's episode to find out about Ben's unple...
Enduring the flu and recovering in time for Christmas
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January. Email: [email protected] or visit learnengli...
Correct the mistakes
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January. E...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘In The Ghetto’ by Elvis Presley
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at the lyrics to this classic 1969 song.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January. E...
Guess the movie
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben gives you clues about three famous movies - can you name them?Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in J...
5 films to look out for in 2026
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks ahead to five exciting films coming out this year.Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January...
What’s the missing word?
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Get 10% of one-to-one English classes with Ben by booking a 5 or 10 hour course in January. Email: le...
New Year Expressions (and how long to wish someone a ‘Happy New Year’!)
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at some common expressions for the new year.For 10% off* one-to-one online classes with Ben, send an email to: [email protected]...
New Year’s Celebrations: Five unique traditions from around the world
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate the new year, Ben looks at five interesting traditions from around the world.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English wit...
New Year’s Eve: Stay up and party? Or bed before midnight?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben contemplates the best and worst way to see in the new year.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll...
December Pub Quiz
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.It's the end of the month (and year!) so it's time for our monthly pub quiz!Patreon: patreon.com/learn...