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5 Reality TV Shows To Help You Understand Conversational English
Updated July 2023. Do you ever wonder what you should listen to in English? Thanks to the Internet, you can choose from thousands of resources. But which ones are the best for your listening skills? One big listening issue that no-one is talking about is the...
The 11 Best Advanced English Podcasts To Help You Listen And Speak Like A Native
Looking for the best advanced English podcasts to improve your English? The good news is that at an advanced level, you can listen to any podcast you want, including podcasts for native speakers of which there are millions. All you need to do is type a topic that...
5 Simple Ways To Make Your Listening Active, Not Passive
Wondering if passive listening works? I hate to disappoint you but if you want to understand fast-talking native speakers and sound more like a native speakers yourself, then you'll need to become an active listener. It's Cara here from Leo Listening where I help...
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