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Simple English Listening

Cambridge-certified teacher of 12 years. I'm Tristan, telling stories & true events in B1–B2 English. Traveler and artist.   📱 My Speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.com 10–15 min/day · $8/month · cancel anytime- Read stories & speak about them with AI———🧚 Free Stories & Transcripts → https://simpleenglishbooks.com All episodes are written and recorded in my own real human voice — no AI narration.🧙‍♂️ Tristan Palumbo is a British teacher. He's helped thousands of adults in Vietnam, Japan, Korea, Italy and the UK. He uses “comprehensible input” — interesting stories in clear, easy English — to help you learn naturally. 

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    Gaza Brothers Feed Thousands While Bombs Drop 🍲 B2 English Conversation

     One brother went missing. 4 stories from Gaza — B2 English Conversation📱 My speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.comTwo British teachers share inspiring stories from Gaza. Learn English by comprehensible input — a native English speaker conversation at B2 level. — — —🧙‍♂️ Intermediate Stories (50+ languages)  → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/s

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    Jamaica's Winter Olympic Team & CRASH at 140km/h 🏅 Inspiring B1 English Story

    Island sun to Olympic ice - they tried the impossible! B1 English story📱 My speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.comHear the dramatic true story of Jamaica’s first bobsled team! Improve English listening skills with a real human voice, in clear upper intermediate English.— — —Free Transcript (50+ languages)  → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/b5📌 Disclaimer: This story is based on real events, but names and some details are  adapted for English learning.

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    Hero Dogs! 4 EPIC True Stories 🐶 B1 English Conversation

    Incredible dogs that save lives & one talks! B1 English conversation📱 My speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.comIn this real human voice conversation, we share three inspiring true stories about hero dogs to improve English listening skills.— — —Free Transcript (50+ languages)  → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/b2

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    Titanic! 2000 People in -2°C Water | Band Kept Playing 🎻 B1 English Story

    The band continued to play while water rose — B1 English story📱 My speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.comReal human voice. The dramatic true story of the Titanic, through the eyes of violinist Wallace Hartley. The music never stopped. Learn English through a story.— — —Free Transcript (30 languages)  → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/b1This story is based on the true events of Wallace Hartley. Names and some details have been adapted for English learning.

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    Bigfoot! 75,000 Sightings — 5 Terrifying Stories 👣 B2 English Conversation

    5 People got too close. Bigfoot stories - B1 English conversation📱 My speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.comReal English conversation about Bigfoot, Native American legends, and 4 terrifying encounters. Improve English listening skills with two native British teachers. True stories.— — —Free Transcript → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a9

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    Kidnapped by Pirates - 5 Days of Hell - True Story 🏴‍☠️ B2 English Story

    Taken in a small boat by armed pirates - B2 English story 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comAn epic true story for upper intermediate English listening. An American captain is taken by Somali pirates. He's trapped at sea for 5 days. Learn English by listening to stories of survival.— — —Free Transcript → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a8This story is based on the true events of Captain Phillips. Names and some details have been adapted for English learning.

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    Farmers vs. King: USA’s War of Independence 💥 B1 English Listening

    How did poor volunteers beat an empire? B1 English listening📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com/jBritish teachers tell this epic true story of how America won their independence. Improve English listening skills with slow, clear narration perfect for B1 learners, by myself and James.— — —Free Transcript → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a7

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    Snow White 2: The Poison Apple 🍎 B1 English Story

    The evil queen finally finds her! My version - B1 English StoryE-book in 13 languages → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a6Slow English story of Snow White, told by a native British speaker. The evil queen hunts for Snow White in the forest. Learn English through stories.— — —Free Part 1 → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a5📱 Speak daily (My app) → https://coffeechatenglish.com

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    Snow White 1: A Girl Too Beautiful to Live 🥀 B1 English Story

    My version of this old folk story — B1 English story. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comA dark fairy tale. A jealous queen orders Snow White’s death. She escapes into the forest and leaves her old life behind. Learn English through stories in clear B1 English.— — —Free Story Version → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a5

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    Robbed With Taser By Ladyboy ⚡ Manila Police Let Them Go | B1 English Story

    Tinder date turned nightmare in Philippines — B1 English story⚠️ Mature themes (15+) – includes crime 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comTraveler shares a true story of corrupt police and crime. Real British English conversation to learn English through a story.— — —Rhys' Travel Channel → 🌐 https://www.tiktok.com/@rhysaroundtheworldFree Transcript in 50+ languages → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/b3

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    Jesus: Most Famous Story Ever Told 🕊️ B1 English Listening

    Full life story, death & legacy — B1 English Listening. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comA British English telling of history's most famous life. Follow Jesus from the cheering crowds to the cross—and discover why his story changed the world. Learn English through a true story. — — —Free transcript 50+ languages → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/b4

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    Hansel & Gretel: Horror House of Candy 🍭 B1 English Story

    Trapped in a candy house horror — B1 English story.📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comA dark retelling of Hansel and Gretel in clear B1 English.A forest, a candy house, and a dangerous witch — told with simple vocabulary to help intermediate learners improve listening through stories.———🧙‍♂️ Free story & transcript → https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a4

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    Surviving Vietnam’s Worst Floods! My Story ⛈️ B1 English Stories

    Trapped by rising floodwaters in Vietnam — B1 English story. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comBritish accent story of Vietnam’s worst floods — a powerful true story of fear, darkness, rising water, families climbing higher, and friends escaping Hoi An.———Free Vocab Games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a3

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    2 African Folk Stories: Anansi the Spider 🕷️ B1 English Stories

    B1 English Stories — improve English listening skills. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com Easy English stories with Anansi the Spider 🕷️ — 2 folk tales full of tricks, culture, and lessons, told slow by a British teacher.— — —More Anansi stories → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a2

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    Andes Plane Crash! 72 Days Lost - at 12,000ft ✈️ B2 English Story

    B2 English Story — legendary true survival story! 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comBritish accent story of a plane crash in the Andes ✈️ — a true story of survival, fear, hunger, and human strength, told in clear B2 English by a native teacher. t———Transcript (interactive) → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a1

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    Lazy & Easy Ways to Learn English 2 (Speaking & Reading)

    Lazy way to learn English with easy study strategies. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comEasy ways to learn English for speaking and reading. Smart tips you can do at home, step by step, with low effort and high results.———Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    I Survived A Poltergeist! (Violent Ghost) 😱 B2 English Conversation

    B2 English conversation, learn English through true stories.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com  Hear a real ghost story in natural English. I talk with my American friend about his poltergeist experience. Build listening skills with true B2 conversation.— — —Joseph's channel → https://www.youtube.com/@josephlearnstheworld

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    My 10-Month Journey Making English Storybooks 🪶 B1 English Listening

    B1 English Listening for easy English listening practice. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com  Simple English conversation about creating graded reader storybooks. Clear and slow B1 English with a British accent makes this personal journey easy to follow.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    The Lazy (& Easiest) Way to Learn English 👓 Study Tips

    English Study Tips with easy ways to learn English.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com Simple English study tips explain the lazy and easiest way to learn. Clear strategies and smart methods make English learning fun and effective at home.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    Frozen in the Snow.. Until a Dog Found Him ✨ B1 News Stories

    Hero dog & boy who hears for the first time — B1 English stories 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comSimple English story with two real-life news stories of hope and kindness. Clear British English storytelling to improve your listening skills.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    Stress Less and Live More! [1st Conditional] 🧘 B1 English Grammar

    Learn the 1st conditional and listen to it used naturally. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comClear and slow B1 English grammar lesson on the 1st conditional. Learn how to stress less while hearing natural examples that make grammar easy to understand.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    Musical Imperative Verb Lesson ❤️ Beautiful Song ('Little Actions')

    📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comLearn how to give advice, suggestions and commands in English with imperative verbs.— — —Transcript → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/a3

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    [Full Song] 'Little Actions' 🎵 (To Accompany The Podcast) Imperative Verbs

    📹 Music video here: https://youtu.be/fEXbryAogqs Simple English A.I song 🎶 (lyrics beneath) from this week's grammar podcast! Learn imperative verbs. 👉 Transcripts & Stories www.simpleenglishlistening.com▶️ Youtube & Subtitles👉 Facebook☕ Buy Me A Coffee📸 InstagramSong lyrics:(Verse 1)Turn off the lights, when you leave the roomTurn off the lights, it's easy to doTurn off the tap, while you brush your teethTurn off the tap, save water beneath(Chorus)Our Earth, is so beautifulLittle actions, help it growLittle actionsOur EarthOur Earth(Verse 2)Turn off the TV, when you're doneTurn off the TV, turn off the airconPick up the litter, put it in the binPick up the litter, don't let it win(Chorus)Our Earth, is so beautifulLittle actions, help it growLittle actions(Chorus)Our Earth, is so beautifulLittle actions, help it growLittle actions(Verse 3)Use your bottle again, again and againUse your bottle again, don't buy a new oneDon't bin old clothes, give them awayDon't bin old clothes, make someone's day(Bridge)Without little actions, the Earth feels painBut if we try, it will smile again(Chorus)Our Earth, is so beautifulLittle actions, help it growLittle actions(Chorus)Our Earth, is so beautifulLittle actions, help it growLittle actionsOur EarthOur Earth#ImperativeVerbsSong #ESLGrammarMusic #LearnEnglishSong #SimpleEnglishListening #EnvironmentSongs #EnglishLearningSong #RecyclingVocabularySong #IntermediateEnglish #Englishlesson #EnglishPodcast #englishstudy #Englishteacher #englishvocabulary #englishpractice #영어공부 #الانجليزية #anglais #apprendreanglais #английскийонлайн #английскийдлявсех #aprenderinglês #inglês #aprenderingles #estudaringles #英語 #ingilizceöğren #tienganh #hoctienganh

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    American Cowboy's New Life in Vietnam 🤠 B2 English Conversation

    B2 English Conversation to improve English listening skills.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comAuthentic English conversation with my American friend about his new life in Vietnam. Funny stories and experiences in upper intermediate English.— — —Joseph's links:https://www.youtube.com/@josephlearnstheworldhttps://www.tiktok.com/@josephlearnstheworld

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    Classic Story: The Ant & The Grasshopper 🐜 A2 English Story

    A2 English Story to enjoy slow English listening practice. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comEasy English story with sound effects and drama: The Ant and the Grasshopper. Told slowly and clearly for A2 learners, perfect for early listening practice.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    The Hard Truth Being a High School Teacher 🎓 B1 English Listening

    B1 English Listening to build English listening skills. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comSlow English podcast about my real story as a high school teacher and why I quit. Clear and simple English makes this personal episode easy to follow and enjoy.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Relationship Tips (Should, Ought To, Had Better) ❤️ B1 English Grammar

    Learn should, ought to, and had better in B1 English.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comClear examples of should, ought to, and had better in B1 English. Practice these modal verbs with slow speech and real relationship tips from a British teacher.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Joy of Lunar New Year! Long-term Expat Speaks 🌕 B1 English Conversation

    B1 English Conversation between UK & US native speakers. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comJoin a real English conversation about Lunar New Year and expat life. Hear UK and US native speakers share culture, traditions, and natural everyday English.— — —Joseph's links:https://www.youtube.com/@josephlearnstheworldhttps://www.tiktok.com/@josephlearnstheworld

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    Aliens Exist! 1,652 Sightings & 40 Military Witnesses 👽 B2 English Listening

    Insane facts coming from Congress — B2 English Listening 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comExplore shocking UFO evidence from U.S. Congress in clear B2 English. Hear slowed audio, authentic commentary, and practice listening while learning about UAPs.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Strangest Christmas Traditions Around the World 👹 B1 English Listening

    Some Christmas traditions are VERY weird — B1 English Listening📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comEasy English listening about the strangest Christmas traditions from many countries. Clear and simple English in a real human voice (my own voice).— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    My Broken Leg Is Healing! & Recent Updates 💪 B1 English Listening

    B1 English Listening. Enjoy clear and simple English.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comEnglish listening practice with a friendly update! Hear a native British accent as I share my broken leg recovery and everyday conversation.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Breaking My Leg in Vietnam 😬 B1 English Story (Past Continuous + 3rd Conditional)

    My team mate broke my leg — B1 English Story 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comA dramatic story of breaking my leg at school in Vietnam! Hospital visits, recovery, and teaching life in clear English for learners. Real human voice.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    SURFING! The Fascinating History 🏄 B2 English Story

    B2 English Story. Improve English listening with real tales. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comLearn English through stories as we explore surfing’s rich history and culture. I’m a surfer myself, sharing passion, vocabulary, and natural British English.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Life News, Friendly Talk & New Website Activities ❤️ B1 Listening

    B1 English Listening with updates and new activities.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comEnglish listening practice like chatting with a friend. Hear real updates, British native voice, and discover new quizzes and activities for learners.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    My 6 Months in Cambodia🔥Wild, Beautiful & Strange – B1 English Story

    I miss the wild, beautiful & strange - B1 English story 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comHear my colorful travel tales from six months in Cambodia. A simple English story brings culture and characters to life. Real human voice.— — —Transcripts & stories → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Ikigai: The Secret To Change Your Life 🌅 B2 English Listening

    Ikigai saved my life! Find your purpose in life too - B2 English📱 My speaking app  → https://coffeechatenglish.comLearn the Japanese idea of Ikigai - find your purpose in life. Key vocabulary is explained in clear B2 English by a British teacher. Real human voice & content.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Teaching in Turkey, Korea & English Learning Tips 🌏 B2 Conversation

    B2 English Conversation to improve upper intermediate skills.📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comReal English conversation with two native speakers about life in Turkey and Korea, teaching abroad, and practical tips to improve your English.— — —👉Dave's Linkswww.davesenglishschool.comIG: @[email protected]

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    You Must See Istanbul! Here’s Why 🕌 B1 English Story

    B1 English Story about my travels to Istanbul. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comSimple English story about my trip to Istanbul. Learn of the history, culture, and daily life in clear British English, in a real human voice (my own voice).— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    3 English Speaking Exercises 🚀 Improve Your Fluency Fast (B1)

    Improve English speaking with 3 powerful exercises. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comLearn 3 English speaking exercises to boost fluency fast. A native British teacher shares transformational strategies to improve speaking skills.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Exciting Ways to Exercise (Without Getting Bored) 💪 B2 English Listening

    Exercise doesn't have to be boring! B2 English Listening 📱 My Speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.comEnglish listening practice about fun ways to exercise and stay healthy. Improve English listening skills today with a real human voice (not AI). — — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    I Survived an Earthquake! Crazy Housemate & Minimalism 😱 B2 English Story

    B2 English Story of traveling in Cyprus. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comTrue English story of surviving an earthquake, living with a wild housemate, and lessons from minimalism. Clear B2 English makes real experiences easier to follow.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com/t

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    Northern Cyprus: Secret Mediterranean Gem 🧿 B2 English Story

    Beauty, history and war: Cyprus travels - B2 English Story   📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com Real English story of travel in Northern Cyprus — culture, daily life, and discoveries. Told by a British teacher in clear B2 English for upper-intermediate learners.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    5 Conspiracies? Flat Earth - 9/11 - COVID 🕵️‍♂️ B2 English Conversation

    The man who'll make you go insane - B2 English Conversation 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com  A funny chat about conspiracy theories: Flat Earth, Bigfoot, 9/11, COVID and more! Listen to a real English conversation with two native English speakers for practice.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Traveling Cyprus, Consciousness & Being Alone 🧘 B2 English Listening

     A quiet trip led to deep questions — B2 English listening.  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com Join me in Cyprus as I share cultural quirks, deep thoughts, and personal stories. A native British teacher guides this easy English listening practice.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    A Talk About God, Jesus & Big Ideas 🕊️ B2 English Discussion

    My old friend became a Christian — B2 English discussion   📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com Real English conversation about God, Jesus, and spirituality. Two British native teachers share ideas in clear discussion, perfect for upper-intermediate learners.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Portugal Road Trip, Brexit & Surfing 🌍 B1 English Listening

    A road trip tests an old friendship — B1 English listening📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com  Join my road trip across Portugal in a caravan with an old friend from art college. Hear Brexit talk, surfing life, and easy English listening from a native British teacher.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Phone Addiction & Funny Stories 📱 B2 English Conversation

    Funny stories to ease our mental issues - B2 English Conversation 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com   Laugh along with authentic conversation about phone addiction, daily habits, and fun stories. Two native British teachers make learning natural.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Story of America 2: Slavery & Civil War ⚔️ B2 English Story

    War, slavery and the fight for freedom — B2 English story  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com An epic English story of America’s Civil War in clear B2 English. From slavery to freedom, a British native teacher brings history alive for upper intermediate learners.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    My Crazy Story Leaving Vietnam During COVID ✈️ B1 English Story

    A mad race against time to leave Vietnam — B1 English story  📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com  A thrilling true story in clear B1 English—leaving Vietnam during COVID. Personal experience from a British English teacher makes listening exciting to follow.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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    Oldest Art Found, Gratefulness & Moving City 🏠 B1 English Listening

    Humans are much older than we think — B1 English listening   📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.com  Real English conversation about the oldest cave art, gratefulness, and moving to Da Nang. A British accent native speaker shares clear stories for learners.— — —Stories & Transcripts → 🌐 https://simpleenglishbooks.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Cambridge-certified teacher of 12 years. I'm Tristan, telling stories & true events in B1–B2 English. Traveler and artist.   📱 My Speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.com 10–15 min/day · $8/month · cancel anytime- Read stories & speak about them with AI———🧚 Free Stories & Transcripts → https://simpleenglishbooks.com All episodes are written and recorded in my own real human voice — no AI narration.🧙‍♂️ Tristan Palumbo is a British teacher. He's helped thousands of adults in Vietnam, Japan, Korea, Italy and the UK. He uses “comprehensible input” — interesting stories in clear, easy English — to help you learn naturally.

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Cambridge-certified teacher of 12 years. I'm Tristan, telling stories & true events in B1–B2 English. Traveler and artist.   📱 My Speaking app → https://coffeechatenglish.com 10–15 min/day · $8/month · cancel anytime- Read stories & speak about them with AI———🧚 Free Stories & Transcripts →...

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