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 [email protected].
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Welcome to The Bodybuilding Down Under Podcast! Each episode you will be joined by your hosts Jack Radford-Smith, Daniel Chapelle, Lawrence Grieve and Daniel Yates, all passionate bodybuilders who are engrossed within the bodybuilding community here in Australia. Tune into the podcast for insight into the bodybuilding lifestyle, including everyone’s journeys on and off the stage, regular Q&A’s, guest interviews and of course some banter along the way. We all hope you enjoy! Instagram Handles ...
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Learn English Vocabulary is a short format podcast that teaches English vocabulary! To read the transcript and complete interactive activities, visit www.learnenglishvocabulary.co.uk
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Welcome to The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! Here you will be joined by your hosts Tyarra Nelson and Jack Radford-Smith, two passionate Dietitians, Nutrition and Exercise Scientists, and physique competitors from Australia. Tune into the podcast for insight into the bodybuilding lifestyle, including our journeys on and off the stage, evidence-based discussions on nutrition and exercise, as well as for a range of guest interviews with professionals in the health and fitness industry. We ho ...
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English for footballers: Tactics - High press
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12:35In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the fourth of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by v…
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156: OPTIMISING YOUR PUSH WORKOUT FOR CHEST & DELT HYPERTROPHY
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54:43Welcome to episode 156 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into optimising your push day training, breaking down the best approaches for chest and delt hypertrophy, and tackling some of the most debated questions around pressing and isolation work. Here’s what we cover: 🔹 Chest training fundamentals – Building a ba…
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This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about Liverpool, who have just been crowned Premier League champions. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier…
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155: HYPERTROPHY TACTICS, NUTRITIONAL PERIODISATION & CONTEST PREP CHALLENGES
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45:26Welcome to episode 155 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week’s episode, we cover a wide range of topics that blend science, strategy, and experience across both the prep and off-season phases of bodybuilding. Here’s what we dive into: 🔹 Skill point allocation for muscle growth, muscle architecture & leanness potential. If you had to …
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154: PRO CARD PREDICTIONS | PREP UPDATES | UNDERRATED VS OVERRATED RAPID-FIRE
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1:00:22Welcome to episode 154 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week’s episode, the boys catch up for another roundtable chat, diving into all things comp prep and off-season updates. DC and DY share how their preps are progressing, Jack reveals his upcoming prep plans, and Lawrence gives insight into his current off-season approach. The tea…
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English for footballers: Tactics - Counter-attacking
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15:47In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the third of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by vi…
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153: INSIDE THE OCB: GLOBAL GROWTH, DRUG TESTING & THE YORTON CUP FT. LISA BLACKBURN & SEAN SULLIVAN
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48:39Welcome to episode 153 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this special international edition, we’re joined by Lisa Blackburn, the Australian promoter for the OCB, and Sean “Sully” Sullivan, the long-time OCB promoter from the USA. Together, we dive deep into the origins, values, and global growth of the Organisation of Competitive Bodybuild…
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152: OPTIMISING YOUR BACK TRAINING FOR HYPERTROPHY
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51:39Welcome to episode 152 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we turn our attention to back hypertrophy, breaking down what it really takes to build width, thickness, and detail across every region of the back. Whether you're trying to unlock the secret to wider lats, build a denser middle back, or figure out if shrugs are worth your ti…
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English for footballers: Tactics - Tiki-Taka
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16:21In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the second of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by v…
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151: NAILING YOUR OFF-SEASON NUTRITION, PREP CARDIO RANKED & SIGNS YOU'RE PEAKING TOO SOON
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37:34Welcome to episode 151 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week’s episode, your hosts dive into another listener Q&A, covering a wide range of topics such as following a meal plan in the off-season, favourite (and least favourite) forms of cardio during prep, and what makes someone a coachable athlete. They also touch on whether bodybui…
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English for footballers: Tactics - Total Football
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17:28In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the first of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by vi…
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150: NATHAN WALLACE’S EPIC COMEBACK: THE ROAD BACK TO THE STAGE
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1:02:24Welcome to episode 150 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! We’re celebrating this special milestone with an incredible guest - Nathan Wallace, a celebrated pro natural bodybuilder and experienced coach in the industry. After a long hiatus from the stage, Nathan made his highly-anticipated return to the competitive scene, and we had the pleasure…
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149: DFBA x NBA x BDU | NATTY BODYBUILDING REVOLUTION
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55:06Welcome to another episode of Bodybuilding Down Under! This week, we sit down with James Johnson from Natty News Daily and Stuart O'Brien & Scotty Morrell from NBA to discuss the Drug Free Bodybuilding Alliance (DFBA). We dive into key questions such as: ✅ The goals and mission behind the DFBA ✅ What competitors and federations can expect ✅ Regulat…
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English for fans visiting the UK - The language of airports
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24:45This week's Premier Skills English Podcast focuses on language that you will need if you travel to the UK to watch a match. The focus of today’s lesson is language related to travelling by plane. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by visiting Premier Lea…
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148: EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE STARTING A PREP
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1:02:43Welcome to episode 148 of the Bodybuilding Down Under Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the tough but rewarding journey of contest prep. From the physical and mental challenges of training and dieting, to dealing with food cravings and managing expectations from both yourself and others, we cover it all. We’ll also discuss the often-overlooked…
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English for fans - The language of commentary
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15:34This week's Premier Skills English Podcast focuses on language that will help you understand match commentary on TV. If you are watching a Premier League match and the commentary is in English, if you know what to expect, hopefully, this will make the commentary easier to understand. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge o…
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147: THE REAL REASON YOU CAN'T GET SHREDDED
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51:52Welcome to episode 147 of the Bodybuilding Down Under Podcast! This week, your hosts are down to just three as Jack bravely fights Cyclone Alfred on the front line. What remains of the BDU crew dive into an Arnold recap, chat about the new rules for WNBF Classic Physique and they reveal the real reason why most people don't achieve true conditionin…
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Premier Skills English - English for players - On-pitch communication
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20:37This week's Premier Skills English Podcast focuses on English for players; the language that players need. In this episode, Jack talks about communication skills, specifically language and skills that players need to give and receive instructions on the pitch and also leadership language that captains, key players and coaches need. You can read the…
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146: INSIDE ICN NATIONALS: PERTH’S FIRST-EVER CHAMPIONSHIP WITH RYAN FREDERICKS
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44:32Welcome to episode 146 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we sit down with Ryan Fredericks, President of ICN Western Australia, to discuss the ICN Nationals for Season A - hosted in Perth for the first time ever! We dive into what this milestone means for the natural bodybuilding community, the challenges of organising a national-le…
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New Premier Skills English Podcast series - Kick off
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29:47In this week's Premier Skills English Podcast, Jack kicks off a new series focusing on English for players, English for fans watching the Premier League on TV and English for visitors to the UK who come to see a match. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website …
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145: THE BEST FIRST CALLOUTS IN BODYBUILDING HISTORY | WHEN IS TOO EARLY FOR YOUR FIRST COMPETITION?
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53:31Welcome to episode 145 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, your hosts dive into another packed episode, covering a range of exciting topics, including the impact of age on competition prep, whether the Olympia should introduce a cut round, and our dream first callouts across different eras of bodybuilding - both natural and enhanced.…
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144: OPTIMISING LOWER BODY TRAINING FOR HYPERTROPHY
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48:24Welcome to episode 144 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we take a deep dive into lower body training for hypertrophy, breaking down the most effective strategies for building quads, hamstrings, glutes, adductors, and calves. Whether you’re fine-tuning your squat pattern, debating leg press vs. squats, or wondering if direct adduct…
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143: DC STARTS PREP & WOULD YOU RATHER (BODYBUILDING EDITION)
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35:05Welcome to episode 143 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we bring you a mix of topics as we dive into the latest updates and some classic BDU fun. DC officially kicks off his prep, tune in to hear how he's approaching the journey, his goals, and the strategies he's implementing to bring his best package to the stage. We also shake …
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142: INBA HALL OF SHAME, $110K NATURAL OLYMPIA DRAMA, AND NEW HIGH-PROTEIN RESEARCH
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51:30Welcome to episode 142 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, your hosts dive into a lineup of topics that are sure to entertain and inform. We discuss creative ways to slightly inconvenience our bodybuilding victims as a "burglar," unpack the pros and cons of ICN ACT's first Classic Physique Gold Class, and break down the latest IFBB r…
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141: FROPRO CHEESECAKE REVIEW, WNBF'S NEW CLASSIC DIVISION & CONTEST PREP DIGESTION HACKS
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56:40Welcome to episode 141 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, your hosts dive into a variety of engaging topics. We kick things off by reviewing the latest FroPro cheesecake, sharing our thoughts on its flavor, texture, anabolic predisposition and glycogen-filling potential. We then discuss the introduction of the classic physique categ…
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140: ICN'S LATEST RULE CHANGES AND WHAT THEY MEAN FOR YOU
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43:25Welcome to episode 140 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week’s episode, the hosts dive into the latest updates from ICN Australia, breaking down the recent announcements on rule changes and judging criteria. The conversation highlights the federation’s efforts to standardise posing requirements across all states, ensuring a more cons…
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139: YOUR GUIDE TO A PERFECT PEAK WEEK (AVOID THESE MISTAKES)
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43:47Welcome to episode 139 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week’s episode, your hosts take a deep dive into the critical strategies for peak week nutrition, breaking down the science behind the final adjustments that can make or break your stage-day physique. They explore essential topics such as carb loading protocols, sodium and water…
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138: SERIOUS ABOUT IT - HOW YOU CAN LEVEL UP IN 2025
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44:17Welcome to episode 138 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week’s episode, your hosts dive into the art of goal setting as they reflect on their 2025 resolutions. They share their personal experiences and discuss key topics such as how to refine your training approach, make smarter nutrition choices, and optimise recovery strategies for…
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137: THE WINNING TRAITS OF PROS & BODYBUILDING MISTAKES TO AVOID
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49:48Welcome to episode 137 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this week's episode, your hosts dive into key topics to help you level up your bodybuilding game. We explore the defining traits of successful pro bodybuilding athletes, common mistakes holding you back, and practical ways to improve your approach. You'll also get expert tips to mana…
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This week - Twelve days of festive football
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40:01This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about three matches from last weekend’s action and has a special Christmas treat for you. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this po…
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136: BDU CHRISTMAS SPECIAL (FT. ANABOLIC CHRISTMAS CAROL)
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57:20Welcome to episode 136 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we’re bringing you a festive Christmas special to close out the year in style! We answer a mix of Christmas-themed questions and some of your standard bodybuilding favourites, all with a sprinkle of holiday cheer. For those truly serious about it, we know you’ll be tuning in …
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135: NATTY NEWS DAILY TAKEOVER - 2024 BODYBUILDING RECAP
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45:18Welcome to episode 135 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we’re bringing you a special collaboration with Natty News Daily to recap an incredible year in natural bodybuilding for 2024. Joined by the regular Bodybuilding Down Under gents, we cover the highlights of the year, celebrate key athletes, and discuss the highs and lows that…
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134: THE FUNDAMENTALS OF BODYBUILDING TRAINING
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52:07Welcome to episode 134 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week we’re talking about the fundamentals of bodybuilding training. We cover how to structure a pull day and a push day, tips for designing an optimal training split, and dive into the topic of junk volume – what it is, and how to avoid wasting your time in the gym. We’ll also shar…
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133: YOUR POST COMP SURVIVAL GUIDE & WNBF WORLDS BREAKDOWN
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50:23Welcome to episode 133 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast. This week, we’re discussing the essential aspects of the post-competition period for bodybuilders, including the psychological, physiological, and social factors that come into play after stepping off the stage. We also provide a recap of the highlights from WNBF Worlds. Enjoy the show!…
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This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about Spur’s surprising result at the Etihad and a south coast battle between Brighton and Bournemouth. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the pa…
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132: NAILING YOUR PEAK WEEK OVERSEAS & NATTY IFBB PRO CARDS
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38:03Welcome to episode 132 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we’re sharing tips for surviving an international peak week (because prep isn’t stressful enough without time zones and airport security), dissecting Chris Bumstead’s Prague Pro appearance, and wrapping up the Ben Weider Naturals PRO AM. As usual, expect a tangent or three, w…
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131: JEFF SEID WINS NATURAL OLYMPIA & THE DARK SIDE OF BODYBUILDING
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48:52Welcome to episode 131 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the Natural Olympia wrap up, dealing with friends and family who don't understand the bodybuilding lifestyle, training barefoot, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuni…
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130: NATURAL BODYBUILDING NEWS & LENGTHENED PARTIALS DEBATE
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43:25Welcome to episode 130 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as recent happenings in natural bodybuilding around the world, application of lengthened partial training, upcoming BDU events, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning i…
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This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about Arsenal's trip to Newcastle, Nottingham Forest who hosted West Ham United and Aston Villa who took the trip to London to take on Tottenham Hotspur. You can read the transc…
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