This podcast series is based on current events about unusual news stories. With each episode usually less than 30-seconds, it's a great way for beginners to improve vocabulary!

Weird News: 30-second long news episodes to improve your listening and vocabulary

Learn how native speakers use different words and phrases.

Native English

Interesting news articles read in English help you to explore new vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.
Articles vary in level - Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced.

English News

Listen to hear about a man who built a pyramid out of pennies!

Weird News: Penny Pyramid

Listen and learn how researchers have taught lab rats how to drive cars.

Weird News: Rats Driving Cars

Listen to hear how far explorers went to find the deepest shipwreck ever reached and learn about what they discovered.