british council Podcasts

Best british council podcasts available (Last Updated Apr 2025)

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Learn English with the British Council and Premier League

The Premier Skills English podcast is a part of a project from the British Council and Premier League for people who are learning English and love football. If you want to know more visit the website https://www.britishcouncil.org/premierskillsenglish, or get in touch at premierskills@britishcouncil.org.

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British Council - Teaching English

A podcast series from British Council exploring some of the big questions in English language teaching.

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British Council Language Assistants

Find out first-hand about all things language assistants... We'll be chatting with colleagues, former assistants and experts on a range of themes. From finding accommodation to settling into school life; listen and prepare for your time overseas. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

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podcastsinenglish

Podcasts in English is for students/learners of English who want to improve their speaking and listening skills. The pie team have over 20 years of EFL (English as a Foreign Language) and ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching experience with the British Council in Asia, Africa and Europe. As well as the podcast listenings there are transcripts of the podcasts and worksheets which will provide comprehensive help for all four language skills to aid your learning.

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British Council - LearnEnglish - Elementary Podcasts

LearnEnglish Elementary Podcasts are for learners at Elementary level or who are who are trying reach CEF Level A2 (Council of Europe Framework of Reference).

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podcastsinenglish

The top esl/efl listening resource for those learning English and teaching English. We provide real conversations recorded for all levels of English learners. In addition, the supporting worksheets and transcripts can be used for self access or in the classroom to provide valuable English language lessons for learners of English at Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced levels.

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Our World, Connected

Our World, Connected is a brand-new podcast from the British Council, placing you at the heart of the biggest global conversations about culture, connection, and empowerment. Join host Christine Wilson, Director of British Council Research and Insight, and a diverse lineup of world-renowned experts and thinkers as they examine the most pressing issues of our time - and uncover the human stories behind them. We’ll explore the transformative power of arts, culture, language, and education amidst global challenges like peacebuilding, sustainable development, climate change, and the growth of AI.

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British Council Arts

We build connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. Arts is a cornerstone of the British Council’s mission to create a friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and the wider world. We find new ways of connecting with and understanding each other through the arts, to develop stronger creative sectors around the world that are better connected with the UK. Find out more about British Council Arts: www.britishcouncil.org/arts

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British Council Tea Time

British Council Tea Time

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British Council for Offices

British Council for Offices' mission is to research, develop and share best practice in all aspects of the #office.

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British Council - LearnEnglish - Elementary Podcasts

The recorded article is accompanied by an activity that you can do on your computer while you listen, or print out and do when you want. They are free, and if you subscribe we will send them to you every month.

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EnglishRyan IELTS

This podcast focuses on developing the English speaking abilities of its listeners by looking at popular English song lyrics. Prep for IELTS and practice speaking English like a native English speaker with Ryan!

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podcastsinenglish

Podcasts in English is for students/learners of English who want to improve their speaking and listening skills. The pie team have over 20 years of EFL (English as a Foreign Language) and ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching experience with the British Council in Asia, Africa and Europe. As well as the podcast listenings there are transcripts of the podcasts and worksheets which will provide comprehensive help for all four language skills to aid your learning.

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AND is the Future - Making Businesses Sustainable AND Profitable

AND is the Future, hosted by Ilham Kadri, the CEO of Syensqo, brings together great minds to explore how businesses can be both sustainable AND profitable through innovation and science.The best leaders practice the power of AND. To us, this means embracing ideas and behaviors that others might perceive as opposite or in conflict. Leaders who are daring AND caring. Leaders who are guided by science AND deeply human. Leaders who are strong AND show vulnerability. Leaders who focus on profitability AND sustainability with equal importance. The power of AND is about believing in and embracing both. In And is the Future, Ilham sits down with great thought leaders and inspirational minds across the globe to discuss some of the most important issues facing businesses today. Find out how we can do well AND do good in business with former CEO of DSM Feike Sijbesma; Hear about what business leaders can learn from space travel with Helen Sharman, the first British person in space; Discover the connection between disruption AND sustainable leadership with former Dow CEO Andrew Liveris; Learn how the Sustainable Development Goals can lead to incredible business opportunities with Marga Hoek; Explore how science can be at the service of humanity with Nobel Prize winners Steven Chu and Ben Feringa; Listen to an episode on chemistry AND music with renowned scientist and pianist Nuno Maulide - and that’s just the beginning!Have you ever thought about how chemistry can enable a sustainable future? Did you know there's a connection between art and science, or between sustainable growth and health? What can athletes teach us about sustainable business? AND is the future will open your minds to discover business from a wider perspective and to embrace the AND in your leadership journey.Ilham Kadri is the perfect host to lead these conversations. Dr. Kadri, the CEO of Syensqo, is a Moroccan-French business leader, a world citizen, a scientist, and a humanist who is fully committed to making businesses sustainable AND profitable. Her career spans more than three decades over four continents and she has delivered purpose-led transformations leading to superior financial, sustainability and DEI performances. Beyond her leadership at Syensqo, she is Chair of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), President of the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic), Vice-Chair of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) and a permanent member of the World Economic Forum’s International Business Council (WEF). Follow Ilham Kadri on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilham-kadriThe podcast is inspired by Syensqo’s founder Ernest Solvay, who organized the Solvay physics and chemistry conferences, which brought together the world’s greatest minds such as Albert Einstein and Marie Curie to push the limits of science and innovation and solve the world’s biggest challenges.AND is the Future is presented by Syensqo, a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that advance humanity. Launched in 2023, as a spinoff of Solvay, Syensqo is driving breakthroughs in batteries, green hydrogen, advanced lightweighting materials, biobased solutions, and more. It is also a leader in the chemical industry in addressing environmental challenges and promoting circularity. Find out more: https://www.syensqo.com/en/

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British Council - LearnEnglish - Themes Podcasts

The recorded article is accompanied by an activity that you can do on your computer while you listen, or print out and do when you want. They are free, and if you subscribe we will send them to you every month.

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British Beauty Council Reports

The British Beauty Council commissions, collaborates on, authors, and shares relevant reports that address key topics and ideas prevalent within the hair, beauty and wellness industry. Working with key forecasters, analysts, and policy-makers, the resources are provide readers with trusted information on order to raise the reputation of the beauty industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Learn English | British Council

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BFC Fashion Forum

Brought to you by the British Fashion Council, a series of conversations with designers and the broader creative community, all of whom play a vital role in the fashion industry’s culture and reputation, promoting British creativity on a global scale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage

Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage is a podcast presented by the Council on Geostrategy in partnership with trade association ADS Group, and sponsored by industry powerhouse BAE Systems. This podcast explores the key themes in British defence in the context of an increasingly contested international security environment. It will consider how the UK can shape the international agenda, focusing on how technology, innovation, skills, and defence strategies help to advance Britain’s interests, as well as those of its key allies and partners. www.britainsworld.org.uk

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Elementary Podcast

LearnEnglish Elementary Podcast site is a way for you to practise your English language listening skills.

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