Best Success IELTS Podcasts (2024)

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🤙 Describe a time when you answered a phone call from someone you didn't know in a public place ( Part 2) + Transcript 21:13

27m ago21:13

21:13

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs You should say: where it happened, what he/she said, how you corresponded, and explain how you felt about the experience. Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Our course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwit…

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🪙 Coins (Part 1) + Transcript 21:31

37m ago21:31

21:31

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs Do you use coins in your daily life? Do you often carry coins with you? Have you ever collected coins? Is it convenient to use coins? Did you use coins as a child? Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Our c…

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🧑‍⚖️ Law and order (Part 3) + Transcript 18:45

1h ago18:45

18:45

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs Do people in your country usually obey the law? What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior? Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school? What are the benefits of obeying rules? How can parents teach children to obey rules? Tune in a…

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⚖️ Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country ( Part 2) + Transcript 17:53

21m ago17:53

17:53

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs You should say: what law it is, what changes this law brings, whether this new law will be popular, and explain how you feel about this. Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Our course on Phrasal Verbs: htt…

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Panda Diplomacy 22:24

7d ago22:24

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Giant pandas are more than just cute animals—they're key players in China's global diplomacy. Known as "Panda Diplomacy," China has used its iconic bears to strengthen international relationships and influence global politics for centuries. Learn how these animals serve as soft power tools in China’s foreign policy, fostering diplomatic goodwill an…

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👥 Classmates (Part 1) + Transcript 22:04

34m ago22:04

22:04

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs Did you like your deskmates in primary school? What did you usually do together? Can students choose their deskmates in your country? Is it good for children to play with their classmates? Would you like to meet your classmates? Tune in and have a great day! - Boo…

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🌡️ Climate (Part 3) + Transcript 25:38

11h ago25:38

25:38

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs How can the climate people live in affect their character? Do you believe that climate change will affect people’s way of life? If so, how? How do you think climate change might impact the global economy? How has climate change affected the weather in your country…

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Episode 9 The Impact of the OET in the Global Market with Rebecca Bush, OET 16:35

1d ago16:35

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In this episode we chat to Rebecca Bush from the OET to discuss how exams that focus on English for Specific Purposes, like the Occupational English Test (OET), can play a huge part in the exams landscape across the world. We look at how the test has had a powerful impact on healthcare professionals, allowing them to work across borders without the…

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❄️ Describe your favorite climate (Part 2) + Transcript 18:49

2d ago18:49

18:49

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs You should say: what kind of climate it is, where the climate occurs, how hot or cold the climate is, and explain why you like this type of climate. Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Our course on Phrasa…

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🛜 Internet (Part 1) + Transcript 22:16

8d ago22:16

22:16

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs When did you start using the Internet? How often do you go online? How does the Internet influence people? Do you think you spend too much time online? What would you do without the internet? Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://suc…

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OPEC Explained: Part 2 - History and Present Day Status 8:46

7d ago8:46

8:46

OPEC, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, has played a central role in the global oil market for over six decades. From the 1973 Oil Embargo to the rise of U.S. shale production, OPEC’s influence has evolved as the energy landscape has changed. Despite challenges, the organization continues to be a key player in determining global oi…

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📷 Photography and its role in people's lives (Part 3) + Transcript 25:37

12d ago25:37

25:37

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs Where do people often like to take photos? Who would like to take photos more often, young people or older people? Would you pay a lot of money to hire a photographer? Do you think being a photographer is a good job? On what occasions do people need formal photos?…

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🤳 Describe a place where you have taken photos more than once (Part 2) + Transcript 20:33

9d ago20:33

20:33

Get our IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3 episode archive: http://patreon.com/ieltssfs You should say: where the place is, when you took the photos, what special features the photos taken there have, and explain why you have been there more than once to take photos. Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielt…

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🌞 Catching up on our summer holidays (+ an important announcement) 20:50

12d ago20:50

20:50

In the beginning of June we decided to make our summer premium episodes free for everyone for the whole summer and try monetize our podcast with ads. Now that the summer's almost over we have decided to make a few changes to how we release new content. 1. First of all, all premium episodes will still be released for free on all podcast platforms. H…

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🤓 Learning and education (Part 3) + Transcript 23:14

26d ago23:14

23:14

What qualities should a good learner have? What skills should children learn? What are the differences between the things adults learn and the things that children learn? Why are some people not willing to ask for help from others while studying? Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Transcri…

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🎒 Describe a time that you showed something new to others (Part 2) + Transcript 19:53

28d ago19:53

19:53

You should say: when it was, what it was, who you showed it to, how you showed it, and explain how you felt about it. - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Transcript: https://telegra.ph/Part-2---Describe-a-risk-you-took-08-27 Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartner Our social media…

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OPEC Explained: Part 1 - Origins and Strategic Purpose 22:28

17d ago22:28

22:28

The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was established in 1960 to give oil-producing nations more control over their resources and influence global oil prices. Initially formed by five countries—Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela — OPEC has grown to include 12 member countries, with 10 additional nations cooperating u…

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AI in ELT: A Teacher's Perspective 36:31

18d ago36:31

36:31

In this episode, we speak to innovative ESL Teacher and EdTech enthusiast Ricardo Arizaga, who experiments with AI in the classroom and leads technology-based teacher training courses. We discuss the advantages of using AI with students, as well as some of the tools and resources available to teachers to enhance their lessons. We also touch on pote…

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🎂 Birthdays (Part 1) + Transcript 18:47

1M ago18:47

18:47

What do you usually do on your birthday What did you do on your birthday when you were a child? Is it important for you to celebrate your birthday? Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in your country? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium B…

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📚 Study habits (Part 3) + Transcript 22:30

1M ago22:30

22:30

Do you like to learn on your own or with others? What's the difference between learning face-to-face with teachers and learning by yourself? Do you prefer to study at home or study in other places? What are the benefits of gaining work experience while studying? Do most people like to study in a noisy place? What are the advantages and disadvantage…

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🛋️ Describe an indoor or outdoor place where it is easy for you to study (Part 2) + Transcript 21:38

1M ago21:38

21:38

You should say: when it was, what it was, who you showed it to, how you showed it, and explain how you felt about it. - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory Transcript: https://telegra.ph/Part-2-Describe-an-indoor-or-outdoor-place-where-it-is-easy-for-you-to-study-08-20 Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.success…

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Episode 8: Giovanni Rottura and EdYOUfest 30:01

24d ago30:01

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We talk to Giovanni Rottura about the many things he's doing to connect teachers from around the world. Listen and find out how EdYOUfest and other programmes Giovanni runs, are creating opportunities for teaching professionals around the world. https://www.edyoufest.org/ Support the show IntELEcast News: The podcast that takes you inside the world…

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The CrowdStrike Incident: the largest global IT outage in history 9:03

24d ago9:03

9:03

In July, a global IT outage, known as the CrowdStrike Incident, disrupted businesses worldwide. A faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike affected millions of devices, leading to significant financial losses across various sectors. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega discuss the largest global IT outage in history, triggered by a fau…

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🖋️ Pens and pencils (Part 1) + Transcript 17:17

1M ago17:17

17:17

Do you usually use a pen or a pencil? Do you prefer a pen or a pencil? When was the last time you bought a pen or a pencil? Would you give a pen or a pencil as a gift? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/ror…

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AI in ELT: An Academic Coordinator's Perspective 32:33

1M ago32:33

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In our first episode of our new series, AI in ELT, we speak to Academic Coordinator & Teacher David Castillo. We discuss how AI has affected the administration and academic side of language schools, as well as AI policies in institutions. We also talk about the importance of keeping up with ever-changing technologies, and how assessment has changed…

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🍳 Breakfast (Part 1) + Transcript 18:22

1M ago18:22

18:22

What do you usually eat for breakfast? Do you think breakfast is important? What did you have for breakfast when you were a child? Is breakfast important for you? What do you usually eat for breakfast? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class with Rory here…

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Over Tourism Issues in Spain and Japan 18:30

1M ago18:30

18:30

Over tourism is becoming a significant issue in popular destinations worldwide, with cities like Barcelona and countries like Japan struggling to balance economic benefits with the challenges of an increasing number of visitors. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega explore the impact of over tourism in Spain and Japan. They discuss how the surge in tour…

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⛈️ Weather (Part 1) + Transcript 13:42

2M ago13:42

13:42

Do you prefer cold or hot weather? Do you check the weather? What do you think the effects of climate change in recent years are? Would you like to visit other cities that have different climates from where you live? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class…

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🛍️ Shopping (Part 1) + Transcript 20:57

2M ago20:57

20:57

Do you like shopping? Do you compare prices when you shop? Is it difficult for you to make choices when you shop? Do you think expensive products are always better than cheaper ones? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class with Rory here: https://successwi…

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average & Dow Theory 24:27

2M ago24:27

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) remains a vital benchmark for U.S. economic performance, despite being established in 1896. Today, the DJIA and Dow Theory continue to provide investors with valuable insights into market trends. Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan explore the history and significance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, often refer…

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🏪 Small businesses (Part 1) + Transcript 18:56

2M ago18:56

18:56

Do you know many small businesses where you live? Do you prefer buying things from big companies or small businesses? Have you ever worked in small businesses? Have you ever thought about starting your own business? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class …

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💐 Flowers (Part 1) + Transcript 19:34

2M ago19:34

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What flowers do you like? What's your favourite flower? Are there any flowers that have special meaning in your country? Have you planted any flowers? Have you sent flowers to others? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class with Rory here: https://successw…

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Episode 7: Michal Mazanek from MTS celebrating 10 years of success with exams and more! 19:02

2M ago19:02

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In this episode, we listen to an interview with Michal Mazanek, founder and CEO of MTS (and our sponsor) who talks to us about 10 years of success in the exams sector and more. Michal is definitely one of the success stories of immigration into the UK! Listen now to hear about his journey so far, the state of exams today in the ELT world, and a lit…

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Elon Musk vs. The Brazilian Supreme Court 16:11

2M ago16:11

16:11

Elon Musk’s social media platform X faces legal challenges in Brazil over content moderation, highlighting the difficulties global companies encounter with varying legal and cultural standards. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega discuss the recent legal battle between Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) and the Brazilian Supreme Court. They discuss the c…

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🏠 Accommodation (Part 1) + Transcript 19:03

3M ago19:03

19:03

Do you live in a house or an apartment/flat? What do you like about your flat? Would you change anything about your home? Would you like to move to a different home in the future? Where would you like to live in the future? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book …

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Dr. Copper: How Copper Prices Reflect Global Economic Health 8:21

2M ago8:21

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Copper — a critical industrial metal — holds the intriguing title of "Dr. Copper" for its ability to diagnose the health of the global economy. In this episode, we delve into how copper prices act as an economic barometer and explore the factors influencing its market trends. Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan discuss the concept of "Dr. Copper," examini…

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🏙️ Your city (Part 1) + Transcript 21:16

3M ago21:16

21:16

What do you like most about your town/city? Is there anything you don’t like about your town/city? Has your city changed much in recent years? Do you expect to continue living in this town/city for a long time? What can be improved in the area where you live? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3…

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Episode 6: UK Pre-General Election Special 2024! 29:14

3M ago29:14

29:14

As the UK enters the final weeks of a fraught election campaign, all the major parties are still vying for votes. With the ELT industry generating millions of pounds for the UK economy annually, we wondered how industry experts see this against a growing tide of anti-immigration rhetoric. Listen to the podcast to hear what Mark Rendell, CEO of Inte…

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👕 T-Shirts (Part 1) + Transcript 20:34

3M ago20:34

20:34

Do you usually wear T-shirts? Do you like wearing T-shirts? Would you buy T-shirts as souvenirs on holiday? Do you like T-shirts with pictures and prints? Are older people who wear T-shirts fashionable? Tune in and have a great day! - Previous episode about T-Shirts: https://youtu.be/Rlr9SHdz550 Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, …

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Roots of Success: Turkey's Hair Transplant Boom 21:29

3M ago21:29

21:29

Turkey's hair transplant industry is booming, attracting international clients and reshaping the medical tourism landscape. This episode explores the factors driving this growth, including advancements in technology, social acceptance, and economic factors. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega dive into the rapidly growing hair transplant industry in Tu…

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📱 Mobile phones (Part 1) + Transcript 19:54

3M ago19:54

19:54

What was your first mobile phone? How often do you use your mobile phone? Do you often use your mobile phone for texting or calls? Will you buy a new one in the future? How has your mobile phone changed your life? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class wi…

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🛌 Staying at home (Part 1) + Transcript 20:23

4M ago20:23

20:23

Do you like to stay at home? What do you do when you stay at home? How much time do you spend at home? What's your favourite place at home? Would you like to stay at home a lot in the future? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class with Rory here: https://…

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South Korean Chaebols & The Korea Discount 25:54

3M ago25:54

25:54

South Korea's economic landscape has been significantly shaped by its large family-owned conglomerates, known as chaebols. These entities have driven the nation's rapid development, but also face criticism for their dominant market position and governance issues. Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan examine the world of South Korean chaebols and the phenom…

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🍫 Chocolate (Part 1) + Transcript 23:25

4M ago23:25

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Do you like chocolate? How often do you eat chocolate? What's your favourite flavour? Did you like chocolate when you were a child? Do you give chocolate as a present? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/ror…

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The US TikTok Ban: what you need to know 21:59

4M ago21:59

21:59

The United States government has taken unprecedented steps to ban the popular social media platform TikTok due to concerns over data security and potential influence from the Chinese government. Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega discuss the recent developments surrounding the US government's decision to ban TikTok unless its Chinese parent company, B…

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Episode 5 - Supporting Agencies and Recruiters with Scott Johnston, Swoosh English 24:06

4M ago24:06

24:06

Managing online English language schools can be challenging, but partnering with agencies and recruiters is one way schools of any size can expand their reach and impact. In this podcast interview, Scott Johnson of Swoosh English shares valuable insights into how Swoosh English supports external stakeholders' English requirements, and how it's impo…

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🎾 Hobbies and free time (S10E20) + Transcript 20:18

4M ago20:18

20:18

What do you like to do in your free time?/Do you have a hobby? Do you need any special equipment for it/them? Do you share your hobbies/activities with others? Did you have a hobby as a child? What would you like to do with your free time in the future? What are the most popular hobbies or pastimes in your country? Tune in and have a great day! - G…

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Egypt's Economic Headwinds 7:46

4M ago7:46

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Egypt's economy is facing significant challenges, with key sectors like the Suez Canal and natural gas industry experiencing sharp declines in revenue. These difficulties are exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and internal economic issues, creating a complex landscape for the country's financial future. Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan report on the …

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💤 Sleep (S10E19) + Transcript 21:05

4M ago21:05

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How many hours do you usually sleep at night? Do you sometimes sleep during the day? Why/Why not? What do you do if you can’t get to sleep at night? Why? Do you ever remember the dreams you’ve had while you were sleeping? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Book a …

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🛒 Online shopping (S10E18) + Transcript 21:58

5M ago21:58

21:58

How often do you buy things online? Why? What was the last thing you bought online? Do you ever see things in shops and then buy them online? Why/Why not? Do you think the popularity of online shops is changing your town or city center? Why/Why not? Tune in and have a great day! - Get exclusive episodes on IELTS Speaking parts 1, 2, and 3: https://…

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