Simplified Speech #113 – Let’s talk about DIY projects
Episode description
Do you love making or fixing things on your own? You’re probably a DIY enthusiast! You’ll enjoy today’s edition of Simplified Speech, where Andrew and Jeremy talk about do-it-yourself projects and whether or not it really is a good idea to do it yourself.
Listen and improve your English skills! You’ll hear a conversation between two native English speakers as they discuss DIY projects. You’ll also learn useful idiomatic expressions and phrases. This audio lesson is perfect for intermediate level English learners who want to improve and practice their English listening and comprehension.
Fun fact
Small DIY projects are a great way to relax after a stressful day of work. Many people make these little projects their hobbies, spending their evenings embroidering, knitting, painting or crocheting.
Expressions included in the study guide
- Underground
- DIYer
- Live with [something]
- Leave [something] in the hands of [someone]
- Learning curve
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Simplified Speech #113 – Let’s talk about DIY projects
Episode description
Do you love making or fixing things on your own? You’re probably a DIY enthusiast! You’ll enjoy today’s edition of Simplified Speech, where Andrew and Jeremy talk about do-it-yourself projects and whether or not it really is a good idea to do it yourself. Listen and improve your English skills! You’ll hear a conversation between two native English speakers as they discuss DIY projects. You’ll also learn useful idiomatic expressions and phrases. This audio lesson is perfect for intermediate level English learners who want to improve and practice their English listening and comprehension.Fun fact
Small DIY projects are a great way to relax after a stressful day of work. Many people make these little projects their hobbies, spending their evenings embroidering, knitting, painting or crocheting.Expressions included in the study guide
- Underground
- DIYer
- Live with [something]
- Leave [something] in the hands of [someone]
- Learning curve
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Sign inHosts: Andrew Bates and Jeremy Brinkerhoff
Music: Something Elated by Broke For Free
Episode preparation/research: Andrew Bates
Audio editor: Kevin Moorehouse
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Lisa Hoekstra
English editor: Andrew Bates
Business manager: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Image: Roselyn Tirado (Unsplash.com)
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