Podcasts+for+Learning+English

Podcasts for ESL

Podcasts are a rich resource for language learners, and there are two types that can assist students with English language learning. The first includes podcasts specifically written for non-native speakers of English. The purpose of these podcasts is to teach English as a second language by providing audio lessons or themes, such as "giving directions" or English idioms. Below is a list of recommended ESL podcasts.
 * [|ESL Pod.] The podcasts are all recorded at a speed you can understand—clearly and comprehensibly.
 * [|VOA]. Special English is a 30-minute daily news and feature program in a simplified form of American English, made easier for those learning the language.
 * English Pod.
 * [|The Bob and Rob Show]. The Bob and Rob Show is a variety show for learning English. It’s aimed at intermediate to advanced learners of English.
 * [|ESL Business News.]A weekly podcast of international business news read in slow, clear English.
 * [|ESL and Archie Comics.] Very interesting Podcasts for ESL learners.
 * [|TOEFL.] Improve your English by listening to native speakers talk and discuss topics similar to those that will appear on the TOEFL® or IELTS exams.
 * [|Just Vocabulary]. An ESL podcast that gives you two words a day to learn.
 * [|Podcasting for ELT.] a station for EFL/ESL educators interested in podcasting.
 * [|ITESLJ Podcast.] Links of Interest to Teachers and Students of English as a Second Language.

The Yahoo Podcast Directory's player has a useful feature for language learners. Listeners can adjust the playback speed which can assist students with pronunciation difficulties. See the diagram below:



[|Click here to listen to English Pod] in the Yahoo Podcast player and adjust the playback speed to your preference.

The second type of podcast includes podcasts produced by native speakers for an audience that is presumed to be fluent in English. The purpose of these podcasts is not to teach a language, and they have a range of a variety of topics, such as current events, hobbies, music, nature, literature, science, etc. It is a good idea to listen to these podcasts to hear native speakers in a natural context. Below is a list of recommend podcasts.
 * [|BBC Radio]. A variety a informational and entertaining podcasts produced by BBC
 * [|The Naked Scientist Podcast]. The Naked Scientists is a live weekly audience-interactive science radio show.
 * [|History According to Bob]. Professor Bob tells fascinating stories of historical people, places, and customs.
 * [|TED Talks]. A video podcast about the latest in technology, entertainment and design.