SBS

SBS Learn English

Ease into the English language and Australian culture. We make learning English convenient, fun and practical. Don’t just learn a language, love language!

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Author

SBS

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.sbs.com.au

Latest episode

Oct 27, 2026

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Episodes

MiniPod: Idioms | Bad English Made Better 04.12.2023

Idioms can make your English more interesting. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

#51 Check-in at the airport (Med) 28.11.2023

Learn how to talk about checking-in at the airport. Plus, find out tips for a comfortable flight.

MiniPod: Phrasal Verbs | Bad English Made Better 27.11.2023

Phrasal verbs are verbs that contain more than one word. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

MiniPod: Nouns | Bad English Made Better 20.11.2023

Learn about nouns and how to use measure words to count them. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

#50 Let's go fishing! (Med) 14.11.2023

Learn how to talk about fishing. Plus, find out a bit of history on why Australians love fishing.

MiniPod: Homonyms | Bad English Made Better 13.11.2023

Learn English words that sound and/or look the same but have different meanings. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

MiniPod: Sentence Stress and Word Stress | Bad English Made Better 06.11.2023

Understand why we need to put stress on particular words and syllables. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

#49 How to say you don’t understand (Med) 31.10.2023

Learn how to say you don’t understand. Plus hear a comedian’s funny story about misunderstanding an Australian idiom.

MiniPod: Verbs | Bad English Made Better 30.10.2023

Learn about verbs and their tenses. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

MiniPod: Adjectives | Bad English Made Better 23.10.2023

Learn about adjectives - describing words to make things more interesting… tastier, smellier, and better looking. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

#48 How to talk about your body pain (Med) 17.10.2023

Learn how to describe your body pain. Plus, hear some tips from a physiotherapist if you feel pain.

#47 Let's go bushwalking (Adv) 03.10.2023

Learn how to talk about bushwalking. Plus find out tips on how hikers can stay safe and have fun.

#46 Talking about decisions (Med) 19.09.2023

Learn how to talk about easy and difficult decisions. Plus, hear migrants discuss their decisions to move to Australia.

#45 How to handle a dissatisfied customer (Adv) 05.09.2023

Learn how to respond to a business complaint. Plus find out what help and resources are available for small business owners.

#44 Small talk about extreme weather (Med) 22.08.2023

Learn how to start a conversation about extreme weather. Plus find out where you can find multilingual information about weather emergencies.

Australian Citizenship | Australia and its people | Episode 1 16.08.2023

Learn about Australia and its people and prepare for the Australian citizenship test. Josipa and Alex will share their personal experiences and will help you practise.

#43 Talking about reading and books (Med) 08.08.2023

Learn how to start conversations about books. Plus find out where you can find books in your language.

#42 Let’s talk about thrifting & fashion (Adv) 25.07.2023

Learn how to talk about thrifting and sustainable fashion. Plus find out how you can upcycle your old clothes and items for free.

#41 How to say sorry (Med) 11.07.2023

Learn how to apologise in informal and formal settings. Plus find out how various cultures view the act of apologising.

#40 Talking about crime (Adv) 27.06.2023

Learn how to talk about criminal activities. Plus find out about Sydney's grim past.

#39 Lodging your tax returns | Tips for claiming expenses (Adv) 13.06.2023

Learn how to talk about a tax return. Plus find out how a tax deduction can help reduce your tax bill.

#38 Talking about music (Adv) 30.05.2023

Learn how to talk about contemporary and classical music, and discover the true role of a conductor.

#37 Talking about struggles (Med) 16.05.2023

Learn how to talk about your struggles with a trusted friend. Also, know how to ask for help if you're going through abuse in the home.

#36 Buying a house (Adv) 02.05.2023

Learn how to talk with a real estate agent before buying a house. Also, practise listening and understanding to an auction.

#35 How to self-promote at work | Networking tips (Adv) 18.04.2023

Learn how to talk about your skills and achievements. Plus, tips and strategies for attending a networking event.

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