Kristian

Cambridge English B2 Exam Training

Education EN ↓ 85 episodes

๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Hi, Iโ€™m Kristian โ€” a Dutch, non-native English teacher and C2-certified speaker. I'm here to help you speak real, confident English.๐ŸŽง Short episodes. Real topics. No grammar drills โ€” just English you can actually use.๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ Book your first 1-1 class risk-free โ†’ https://stan.store/classes

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Dec 7, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 60: How to manage your time in Part 1 (a simple formula to make every second count) 12.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn a simple formula to manage your time in Part 1 of the B2 Speaking exam so every second counts. What you get: A clear 20โ€“25 second structure (two reasons, one example, one wrap-up), model answers for practice, plus strategy insights to avoid answers that are too short or too long. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to...

Episode 59: Do you think AI makes life easier? (OREC: 4 steps to stop rambling and sound clear) 11.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œDo you think AI makes life easier?โ€ without rambling by using the OREC method: Opinion, Reason, Example, Conclusion . What you get: A clear model answer plus the 4-step OREC structure to stop going in circles and make your answers more focused, fluent, and exam-ready. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz...

Episode 58: How can employers encourage employees to do more sport? (5 natural collocations to sound accurate and confident) 10.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œHow can employers encourage employees to do more sport?โ€ using 5 natural collocations that make you sound accurate and confident. What you get: A confident model answer plus 5 flexible collocations โ€” set up activities, offer incentives, encourage participation, promote a healthy lifestyle, provide free gym membership โ€” to...

Episode 57 How important are exams in your country? (5 natural phrases to stop going blank) 09.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œHow important are exams in your country?โ€ using 5 natural expressions that stop you from going blank and help you sound clear and fluent. What you get: A confident model answer plus 5 flexible expressions โ€” play a big role, under a lot of pressure, make a huge difference, a necessary evil, room for improvement โ€” to give yo...

Episode 56: Why would it be difficult to live without a mobile phone? (5 natural expressions to upgrade basic vocabulary) 08.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œWhy would it be difficult to live without a mobile phone?โ€ using 5 natural expressions that instantly upgrade your vocabulary. What you get: A clear model answer plus 5 expressions โ€” essential, rely on, canโ€™t do without, a lifesaver, keeps you going โ€” to help you avoid sounding basic and show more range in your English. Wa...

Episode 55: Do you think it is important to plan your future? Why or why not? (5 core expressions to help you build your answer) 05.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œDo you think it is important to plan your future? Why or why not?โ€ using 5 core expressions that help you shape your ideas and sound more confident. What you get: A clear model answer plus 5 expressions โ€” make a plan, map out your future, set goals, have a clear direction, take things step by step โ€” to help you handle abst...

Episode 54: What skills are important for effective teamwork? (5 natural expressions to upgrade your answer) 04.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œWhat skills are important for effective teamwork?โ€ using 5 natural expressions that make your English sound more fluent and less basic. What you get: A confident model answer plus 5 expressions โ€” get your point across, keep everyone in the loop, pull your weight, iron out the details, think on your feet โ€” to upgrade your s...

Episode 53: Should university education be free for everyone? (Argue NO with 5 phrasal verbs) 03.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œShould university education be free for everyone?โ€ by arguing NO with 5 sharp phrasal verbs that make your English sound more precise and natural. What you get: A confident model answer plus 5 phrasal verbs โ€” bring about, use up, point out, end up, cut down on โ€” that help you build strong counterarguments. Want daily B2 pr...

Episode 52: Should university education be free for everyone? (Argue YES with 5 phrasal verbs) 02.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œShould university education be free for everyone?โ€ by arguing YES with 5 powerful phrasal verbs that make your English sound more fluent and exam-ready. What you get: A confident model answer plus 5 phrasal verbs โ€” take on, cut back on, fall behind, pay off, end up โ€” that help you build strong arguments. Want daily B2 prac...

Episode 51: How do you think you'll use English in the future? (How to use conditionals to give better answers) 01.09.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œHow do you think youโ€™ll use English in the future?โ€ by combining the first and second conditional to make your English sound more flexible and fluent. What you get: A clear model answer that mixes realistic and imaginative ideas, plus practical tips on using conditionals like a proficient speaker. Want daily B2 practice? G...

Episode 50: 3 powerful lessons from my Cambridge C2 exam to boost your B2 Speaking 29.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this special milestone episode, I share 3 powerful lessons I learned from my own Cambridge C2 exam โ€” lessons that will help you boost your confidence and performance in the B2 Speaking test. What you get: 3 personal lessons from my Cambridge C2 exam: why preparation is everything, how collaboration makes you stronger, and why being human matters more than being pe...

Episode 49: Do you ever go to the cinema? (Answer the exact question the examiner asks) 28.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œDo you ever go to the cinema?โ€ without making the #1 mistake B2 students make โ€” not listening carefully to whatโ€™s being asked. What you get: A wrong answer, a clear model answer, plus practical tips on listening carefully to the question so you donโ€™t go off-topic in the exam. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabula...

Episode 48: Which famous person would you most like to meet? (Sound natural with 5 phrasal verbs) 27.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œWhich famous person would you most like to meet?โ€ using 5 natural phrasal verbs to make your English sound more fluent and personal. What you get: A confident model answer plus 5 phrasal verbs like look up to and sit down with that help you sound more natural. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help...

Episode 47: What things do you usually buy online? (Compare two strong answers โ€” one yes, one no) 26.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œWhat things do you usually buy online?โ€ with two strong but opposite model answers โ€” one yes, one no. What you get: Two contrasting model answers with natural vocabulary for online shopping. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build confidence for exam day: https://subscribepage.io/b2firstaca...

Episode 46: Tell us about your last holiday or trip? (Sound natural and detailed with 5 key phrases) 25.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œTell us about your last holiday or tripโ€ with natural, detailed English. What you get: A model Part 1 answer using 5 key travel phrases: go on a city trip, wander around, try the local food, admire the beautiful architecture, and the highlight was. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help you build co...

Episode 45: Can You Use These 5 Animal Idioms? 22.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn 5 common animal idioms that make your answers more colourful and memorable in the B2 Speaking exam. What you get: Clear meanings and examples for โ€œthe lionโ€™s share,โ€ โ€œkill two birds with one stone,โ€ โ€œa fish out of water,โ€ โ€œthe elephant in the room,โ€ and โ€œdog-eat-dog world.โ€ Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to help y...

Episode 44: Why is it important to protect animals and other wildlife? (Learn to give strong reasons instead of vague answers) 21.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll practise answering: โ€œWhy is it important to protect animals and other wildlife?โ€ Learn how to move beyond vague answers and give strong, specific reasons with clear examples. What you get: A 35-second model answer plus 5 essential expressions for talking about ecosystems, species, and wildlife protection. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute...

Episode 43: Do you think zoos are still necessary in today's world? (Learn to give clear opinions on controversial topics) 20.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll practise answering the question: โ€œDo you think zoos are still necessary in todayโ€™s world?โ€ Learn how to give clear, confident opinions on controversial topics without overcomplicating your answer. What you get: A 45-second model answer plus 5 essential expressions for talking about animals, wildlife, and conservation. Want daily B2 practice? G...

Episode 42: Why do people keep pets? (Learn how to expand short answers into confident ones) 19.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll practise the classic exam question: โ€œWhy do people keep pets?โ€ Learn how to expand short answers into confident ones โ€” 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-m...

Episode 41: Are animals important in your life? (Sound natural and confident from the very first question) 18.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll practise a classic Part 1 question: โ€œAre animals important in your life?โ€ Learn how to keep your answers natural, personal, and clear โ€” 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...

Episode 40: Can you use these 5 health idioms? 15.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™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...

Episode 39: Do you think health services should be free? (Two opposing viewpoints with key vocabulary) 14.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œDo you think health services should be free?โ€ โ€” 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....

Episode 38: Is it easier to live a healthy lifestyle compared to the past? (Structure past vs present answers clearly) 13.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œIs it easier to live a healthy lifestyle compared to the past?โ€ โ€” using a simple pastโ€“present structure that keeps your ideas clear and organised. What you get: A confident, balanced model answer plus 5 time phrases to make pastโ€“present comparisons sound natural. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz to he...

Episode 37: How important is it to get regular exercise? (Balanced answers made easy) 12.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, youโ€™ll learn how to answer โ€œHow important is it to get regular exercise?โ€ โ€” with a balanced, confident structure that works for any โ€œHow importantโ€ฆโ€ question in the B2 exam. What you get: A clear model answer plus 5 versatile expressions to state importance, show balance, and sound more fluent. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabulary quiz t...

Episode 36: Do you think you have a healthy lifestyle? (Health & fitness vocabulary for confident answers) 11.08.2025

Download the transcript here . In this episode, you'll learn how to answer "Do you think you have a healthy lifestyle?" โ€” by focusing on one clear idea and using specific health vocabulary that sounds natural and confident. What you get: Two model answers plus 5 essential health expressions for talking about fitness, diet, and wellness. Want daily B2 practice? Get a 4-minute vocabula...

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