Cambridge English B2 Exam Training

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we ask: “Can you ban kids from social media?” Australia’s new under-16 ban has already begun — and teenagers are finding creative ways around it. We look at a BBC article reporting how the rollout is going so far (read it here) and explore six natural chunks that show how people really talk about technology and frustration: stuck it in front of the...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we discuss the question: “Should you have to pay a tourist tax to visit popular places?” You’ll hear real examples from the U.S. and London and learn six practical chunks that are perfect for discussions about money, fairness, and public policy: levy, subsidize, deter, modest, redress the balance, and vote with their feet. You’ll also get a short...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we discuss the B2 Speaking question: “Should children under 16 be banned from social media?” You’ll learn how Australia is becoming the first country to introduce this kind of ban — and the key arguments on both sides. We’ll go over essential vocabulary like grooming, harmful content, cyberbullying, get around the rules, invasive, and inaccurate, plus...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we explore the B2 Speaking question: “Would you buy from a brand that treats its workers badly?” We look at the recent controversy around Shein’s first physical store opening in Paris — and what it says about fast fashion, ethics, and everyday choices. You’ll learn five natural chunks you can use to talk about this topic: convenient / affordable /...

Download the transcript here. In this episode, we discuss the B2 Speaking question: “Would you agree to be interviewed by an AI system?” You’ll hear about a real case where a British writer refused an AI interview — and learn three natural chunks you can use to share your own opinion: it didn’t sit well with me, I can see both sides, and strike the right balance. You’ll also hear my personal take...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we explore the B2 Speaking question: “Do smartphones make us more connected, or more lonely?” You’ll hear my honest answer — plus two natural chunks you can use to sound fluent when talking about technology or modern life: a double-edged sword and glued to [something]. You’ll learn how to use them naturally in real conversations and get examples you...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we discuss the question: “Do you think people should love their jobs, or just see work as a way to earn money?” You’ll hear my honest, scripted-natural answer — followed by a breakdown of three useful chunks: pay the bills, figure it out by doing, and get to have. You’ll also review a quick grammar point on using preposition + verb-ing naturally in...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, we explore the B2 Speaking question: “Do you believe motivation is something people are born with or can learn?” You’ll learn five natural chunks to discuss motivation clearly and confidently: have a natural drive, develop self-discipline, stay motivated, rub off on others, and set achievable goals. These phrases will help you sound fluent and natural...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll learn how to answer: “Do you think exams are the best way to test students’ knowledge?” You’ll hear a clear model answer and learn 3 natural comparison phrases that help you evaluate and explain ideas clearly — including rather than, better suited for, and depends on.P.S. Want 1-1 practice?I’m opening a few private lesson slots for podcast...

Download the transcript here.In this episode, you’ll learn how to answer: “Do you believe people will live longer in the future?” You’ll discover 5 natural chunks that help you talk fluently and confidently about health, ageing, and the future — including medical advances, take better care of themselves, life expectancy, cope with, and depends on your lifestyle.P.S. Want 1-1 practice?I’m opening...