Best L Vis Podcasts (2024)

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Australia introduces 'Right to Disconnect' law to improve work-life balance for employees 5:43

3h ago5:43

5:43

Do you think this law will help improve things for workers? Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more information and to join now. Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, compreh…

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Burglar caught after stopping to read book 7:16

15h ago7:16

7:16

The thief was allegedly engrossed in a book about Greek mythology when he was caught by the homeowner. Watch a FREE video comprehension quiz by visiting the Learn English With Ben fan club page: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials, join the fan club. …

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Driverless cars keeping residents awake with constant hooting 6:16

2h ago6:16

6:16

Waymo, the world’s only self-driving taxi company, is having to update its fleet because of complaints. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more information and to join now. Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben…

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36 flights cancelled after scissors go missing at Japanese airport 7:05

7h ago7:05

7:05

Is this the weirdest reason for flights getting cancelled? Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more information and to join now. Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, compreh…

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Hockey player amputates finger to play at Olympics 6:10

29d ago6:10

6:10

Would you cut off part of your finger to participate in the Olympics? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnen…

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Step inside the super eco-friendly rooms that Olympic athletes will be sleeping in 6:11

19d ago6:11

6:11

The Paris Olympics is set to be the most eco-friendly games ever. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglis…

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How did Solomon the tortoise delay hundreds of commuters? 6:36

20d ago6:36

6:36

The tortoise may have crawled through a gap in a fence... Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben…

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School students in Japan taken to hospital after eating spicy crisps 5:32

1M ago5:32

5:32

The crisps are 'forbidden' for under 18s Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more informa…

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Why is this hotel looking to hire ‘banter merchant’ to entertain guests during breakfast? 7:48

1M ago7:48

7:48

The successful applicant will get visitors in the mood for more comedy and entertainment. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit…

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‘Supermodel granny’ drug extends life of laboratory mice 5:11

26d ago5:11

5:11

Could this drug be effective in humans? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more informat…

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Scientists discover cave on moon which could house humans 5:36

1M ago5:36

5:36

The 100m deep cave could be the perfect base for humans. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben …

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Weekend sports round up 6:08

1M ago6:08

6:08

Ben looks back at a busy weekend of sport. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more infor…

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Man tries to smuggle 104 live snakes into China… in his trousers! 5:50

1M ago5:50

5:50

The unnamed man was attempting to cross into the border city of Shenzhen from semi-autonomous Hong Kong. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus…

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Copenhagen to offer rewards to litter-picking tourists 5:20

1M ago5:20

5:20

The Danish capital is trying to offset a bit of the environmental damage caused by air travel. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. …

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Man trapped in sewer for three days rescued after woman hears shouts for help 5:14

1M ago5:14

5:14

The man known as Antonio was exploring a nearby river. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben fo…

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Cyclist apologises for kissing wife during Tour de France 4:31

2M ago4:31

4:31

Julien Bernard was fined 200 Swiss francs ($223; £174) by the International Cycling Union (UCI). Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Man charged over the theft of Gary the Gorilla 5:22

2M ago5:22

5:22

But why would someone steal a statue of a gorilla? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for mo…

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Masterpiece found in plastic bag at London bus stop sells for £17.6m 6:14

1M ago6:14

6:14

Rest On The Flight Into Egypt was painted by Venetian master Titian in 1510. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/…

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Ants perform limb amputations on nestmates to help save their lives 7:57

1M ago7:57

7:57

The creatures also clean the wound before possibly amputating it. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglis…

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Google Translate to add 110 languages with the help of AI 5:45

2M ago5:45

5:45

Some of the languages are rare and endangered. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more i…

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Ronaldo the ‘male’ snake gives birth to 14 babies in rare ‘virgin birth’ 4:59

1M ago4:59

4:59

Ronaldo the 6ft (1.8m) rainbow boa gave birth to 14 babies despite being declared as a male and having no contact with other snakes! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Lost hiker survives ten day ordeal by drinking a gallon of water a day 5:17

2M ago5:17

5:17

Lukas McClish survived on berries and water that he collected in his boot. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/le…

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Missing pet donkey found “living best life” with wild elk 5:42

2M ago5:42

5:42

A pet donkey that went missing five years ago has apparently been found living in the wild with a group of elk! Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus othe…

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New Zealand woman takes former partner to disputes tribunal for not taking her to the airport 6:47

2M ago6:47

6:47

The woman says she incurred a number of costs as a result of the incident. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/le…

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Tasmania launches ‘odd jobs’ initiatives to boost winter tourism 6:28

2M ago6:28

6:28

Jobs include Paranormal Investigator and Star Seeker. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for…

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McDonald’s removes AI from drivethroughs following comical errors 5:59

2M ago5:59

5:59

One customer ended up ordering an ice cream topped with bacon! Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwi…

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Meet the world’s tallest dog (who’s scared of the vacuum cleaner) 8:08

2M ago8:08

8:08

Kevin the Great Dane is over 2 metres when he stands on his hind legs! Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learne…

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Elephant caretakers rescue baby calf after surprise ‘miracle’ twin birth 6:13

2M ago6:13

6:13

The mother panicked and nearly stood on the calf. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for mor…

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Hot dog-eating champion blocked from contest due to deal with vegan brand 7:21

2M ago7:21

7:21

The 16 time champion is banned due to his connections with a rival brand. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/lea…

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Denmark recalls Korean ramen for being too spicy 6:55

3M ago6:55

6:55

Are the products really so spicy or do the Danes have a low tolerance for heat? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.c…

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Dog runs four miles to get help for owner who crashed car into ravine 5:53

3M ago5:53

5:53

The dog was able to reach the campsite where the man's family were staying. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/l…

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Japan develops salty tasting spoon to encourage people to eat more healthily 5:31

2M ago5:31

5:31

Would you buy this spoon? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more information and to joi…

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Controversy after hiker finds pipe feeding China’s tallest waterfall 5:56

3M ago5:56

5:56

The incident has caused uproar on social media. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more …

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Man survives shooting after bullet gets lodged in silver chain 7:07

3M ago7:07

7:07

The piece of jewellery saved the man's life after an argument. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwi…

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“Britishly iconic” village pig racing attracts global interest 7:45

3M ago7:45

7:45

Can it get more British than village pig racing? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more…

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Magnet fishing couple find safe in lake containing $100,000 7:20

3M ago7:20

7:20

James Kane and Barbie Agostini are magnet fishing enthusiasts with their own YouTube channel, and recently discovered a safe in a New York lake containing an estimated $100,000. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizz…

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$10m prize for team that can unlock secrets of animal communication 7:27

3M ago7:27

7:27

Will we soon be having clear conversations with our pets? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben…

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Is this three and a half year round the world sea odyssey the ‘lifestyle of your dreams’? 6:07

3M ago6:07

6:07

800 people set sail from Belfast today! Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for more informat…

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French town in shock after scandal involving mayor and fortune teller 9:05

3M ago9:05

9:05

The town of Agde is reeling after a fortune teller allegedly manipulated the mayor... Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit pat…

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Meet the couple in their 20s who live like it’s the 1940s 7:02

3M ago7:02

7:02

"It's a simple life", says 29 year old Greg Kirby, who together with his wife, wears clothes from the era and plays board games in the evening. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre …

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Is Venice’s tourist fee working? 5:15

3M ago5:15

5:15

Ben looks at how successful the charge for daytrippers has been so far. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learn…

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Scarlett Johansson ‘shocked and angered’ by similar OpenAI voice 6:55

3M ago6:55

6:55

The voice for the company's ChatGPT system is "eerily similar" to Johansson's. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.co…

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Dublin-New York portal reopens with set hours following anti-social public behaviour 6:36

3M ago6:36

6:36

Certain members of the public were displaying inappropriate behaviour in front of the live-video portal. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus…

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Sports round up, weekend 18/19 May 5:53

3M ago5:53

5:53

Ben looks back at all the action from a dramatic weekend of sport. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnengli…

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Court battle over origins of India’s world famous butter chicken gets spicier 8:47

3M ago8:47

8:47

Which restaurant is the official creator of the world famous butter chicken? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/…

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106 year old reclaims record for world’s oldest skydiver 7:25

4M ago7:25

7:25

Alfred “Al” Blaschke reclaimed his record only a month after losing it. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learn…

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Woman to receive King’s Medal for saving twin sister from crocodile attack 6:45

4M ago6:45

6:45

The twins were swimming in a Mexican lagoon when a crocodile attacked. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learne…

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Apple apologises over piano crushing advert 7:26

4M ago7:26

7:26

The advert caused controversy amongst some celebrities who have accused the tech giants of 'crushing the arts'. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus othe…

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Little girl hears for the first time after gene therapy trial 6:16

4M ago6:16

6:16

A new trial has provided some very encouraging results. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben f…

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Australian museum finds clever way to keep its exhibit women-only after court ruling 6:25

4M ago6:25

6:25

How is this artist keeping her exhibit women-only? Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcripts and quizzes for every episode of Apprendre L'Anglais Avec L'Actu, plus other bonus content. Visit patreon.com/learnenglishwithben for mo…

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