Learn English Assyrian

#111 Water problems at home? |Talking to a plumber (Med)

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:41:00 +1000

Learn English useful for describing plumbing problems at home. Practise everyday phrases for explaining issues, asking about cost, and arranging repairs.

SBS Learn English: #110 Trying on shoes (Med)

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:57:00 +1000

Learn English useful for talking about trying on, buying, and finding shoes that fit well. Practise everyday phrases for describing how shoes feel, asking for a different size, and explaining what you are looking for in a comfortable pair.

SBS Learn English: #109 Talking about ageing parents (Med)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +1000

Learn English useful for talking about ageing parents and family responsibilities. Practise everyday phrases for describing challenges, offering help, and discussing how to support parents.

#108 Talking about the cost of living

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:21:00 +1000

Learn English useful for talking about money, expenses, and financial pressure. Practise everyday phrases for describing rising costs, managing a budget, and explaining financial challenges.

#107 Protecting Wildlife | Talking about animals and nature (Med)

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:57:00 +1100

Learn useful English for talking about animals, nature, and protecting wildlife. Practise everyday phrases for discussing threats to animals, expressing concern, and describing the environment.

#106 Mmm or Hmm? Trying new and unusual food

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +1100

Learn useful English for talking about unusual or strong flavours. Practise everyday phrases for reacting to new foods, sharing opinions, and encouraging someone to try something new.

#105 Celebrating small wins at work

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:49:00 +1100

Learn useful English for talking about small wins at work. Practise phrases for celebrating achievements, staying motivated, and making progress step by step.

#104 Talking about school exams | NAPLAN

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:03:00 +1100

Learn useful English for talking about school tests, studying, exam pressure, and when you do really well.

#103 Talking about online dating (Med)

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:45:00 +1100

Learn everyday English phrases for online dating. Practise expressions like “match,” “ghosted,” and “slide into DMs” while improving your speaking skills.

SBS Learn English #102 Getting organised (Med)

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:45:00 +1100

Learn practical English phrases for getting organised and managing daily tasks, including planning ahead, meeting deadlines, and staying on top of responsibilities.

#101 Having a laugh (Med)

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:49:00 +1100

Learn how to talk about things that make you laugh. Practise phrases that help you share stories, react to jokes, and enjoy conversations more.

Relax and enjoy: Talking about movies

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:12:00 +1100

Learn useful phrases to talk about movies and going to the cinema.

SBS Learn English: #99 Saying ‘No’ to alcohol

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:09:00 +1100

Learn polite ways to refuse a drink in English. Discover useful expressions for taking it slow, sitting one out or explaining you're on a permanent dry spell.

SBS Learn English: #98 Splitting the bill (Med)

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:32:00 +1100

Learn how to split the bill in English. Discover useful expressions for sharing costs, shouting rounds, and transferring your share easily.

Assyrian SBS learn English: #97 Complimenting someone's style

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +1100

Learn how to talk about fashion, and how to compliment someone in English, perfect for parties and cultural events.

#96 At a swimming lesson

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:42:00 +1000

Learn how to talk about swimming in English.

SBS Learn English: Under the stars

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:02:00 +1000

Learn how to talk about the night sky and stargazing.

SBS Learn English: Talking about autism

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:35:00 +1000

Learn how to talk about Autism Spectrum Disorder respectfully. Understand common autism symptoms and use simple language to describe autism in everyday conversations.

#93 Bragging about your car (Med)

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:30:00 +1000

SBS Learn English will help you speak, understand and connect in Australia - view all episodes. This lesson is suitable for intermediate-level learners. After listening, test your knowledge with our quiz.

#91 Asking for a job reference (Adv)

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:22:00 +1000

Learn polite ways to request a job reference from managers or colleagues.

Going to a hospital emergency department

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:06:00 +1000

Learn how to ask for medical help when in an emergency department.

SBS Learn English: When? Talking about time + BONUS episode

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:44:59 +1000

Learn how to talk about time.

Learn English - Talking about struggles

Wed, 07 May 2025 15:11:56 +1000

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.

SBS Learn English: #85 Going to a hospital emergency department

Thu, 01 May 2025 11:28:13 +1000

Learn how to ask for medical help when in an emergency department.

SBS Learn English: Going for a run

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:06:40 +1000

Learn how to talk when going for a run.

SBS Learn English: Describing taste

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:13:58 +1100

Learn how to describe the taste of food.

MiniPod: Ep6 Talking about community services| Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:02:00 +1100

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What day do the bins get emptied?| Which bin goes out tonight?| There are activities at the community centre. | Our library has English classes.

#30 Expressing love and affection | Valentine’s Day

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:20:43 +1100

Learn how to express romantic feelings. Plus, find out why 14 February became known as St Valentine’s Day.

Minipod: Ep5 English on Repeat, filling in forms

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:55:00 +1100

Listen to 'English on Repeat', a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Is this the right form?| Can you help me fill in this form?| What does this mean? | Do I have to fill in every part?

SBS Learn English: Talking about visas

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 13:49:18 +1100

Learn how to talk about your visa status.

MiniPod: Ep4 Talking about visas | Starting Out | English on Repeat

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:23:06 +1100

Listen to 'English on Repeat', a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I came to work in Australia.| I have a student visa.| What visa do you have? | I want to become a permanent resident.

REPEAT: Talking about future plans | Lunar New Year

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:58:07 +1100

Learn how to talk about your plans for the future. Plus, find out the legend about giving red envelopes to children during Lunar New Year.

MiniPod: Ep3 Talking about work  | Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 17:21:00 +1100

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What do you do for a living? | I’m a student.| I want to start a business. |I work part-time.

MiniPod: Ep2 Meeting your neighbour   | Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 16:14:05 +1100

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I live nearby. | I’m new to the area.| How long have you lived here? | I like living here.

MiniPod: Ep1 Speaking English | Starting Out | English on Repeat (Easy)

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 10:35:00 +1100

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I speak a little English. | I’m not used to the Australian accent. | I’m still learning English. | Sorry, I don’t understand.

SBS Learn English: Setting up a tent

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 14:24:13 +1100

Learn how talk about setting up a tent.

SBS Learn English: Getting a gift

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 23:37:00 +1100

Learn how to talk about getting a gift for someone. Plus, find out what the Secret Santa tradition is all about.

SBS learn English: Discussing eyesight and vision (Med)

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:33:15 +1100

Learn how to talk about eyesight getting worse. Plus, find out why people with lighter eye colour have a higher risk of UV damage.

Learn English - When public transport goes wrong

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:59:28 +1100

Learn how to communicate when using public transport, particularly when there are disruptions.

Talking about which team sport to join

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:30:03 +1100

Learn how to describe social team sports and choose one that is right for you.

Learn English - Talking about being scammed

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 15:26:01 +1000

Learn how to communicate about suspicious messages and scams.

SBS Learn English: Talking over a BBQ

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 11:56:50 +1000

SBS Learn English will help you speak, understand and connect in Australia — view all episodes. This lesson is suitable for intermediate-level learners. After listening, test your knowledge with our quiz.

SBS Learn English: Getting a haircut

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:02:52 +1000

Learn how to talk to your hairdresser about getting your hair cut.

Learn English - Discussing the news

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:17:49 +1000

Learn how to talk about news that makes us feel scared or hopeful.

SBS Learn English: Complaining about kids

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 13:33:30 +1000

Learn how to talk about your kids when they are a bit challenging.

Learn English - Talking about death

Wed, 22 May 2024 13:12:25 +1000

Learn how to talk about a death in the family.

Learn how to talk about commemorating Anzac Day, plus find out why it's important for all Australians.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:11:38 +1000

Learn how to talk about commemorating Anzac Day, plus find out why it's important for all Australians

Learn English - Talking about ageing

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 12:37:02 +1100

Learn fun phrases you can use to describe the process of growing older.

SBS Learn English: Organising a party

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:28:56 +1100

SBS Learn English will help you speak, understand and connect in Australia - view all episodes. This lesson suits intermediate learners. After listening, test your knowledge with our quiz.