ESL Podcast 471 - Trying to Get Off the Phone

Erin: So I told Joey that I had no intention of letting him use my car again. Can you believe the nerve of that guy, after what he did? Curran: Thats terrible, but Im going to have to let you go . I have an appointment... Erin: But I didnt tell you w

ESL Podcast 607 – Being Pestered on the Phone

Gisele: Our phone has been ringing off the hook all weekend. Whats the deal ? Nobu: I think its Jeanine. Gisele: Jeanine...Jeanine...Is that the woman youve been going out with ? Nobu: Yeah, its her. I tried to let her down easy , but shes not taking

ESL Podcast 341 – An Annoying Cell Phone User

Carl: Im sorry, say that again. I couldnt hear you over that guy at the next table shouting into his cell phone. Stephanie: That guy is so rude. Were trying to have a leisurely conversation over a cup of coffee, and we have to out shout some inconsid

ESL Podcast 564 - Working in a Laboratory

I was working in the lab , as usual, when my colleague brought his three-year-old son into work. ... Tony: Hi, Gale. This is my son, Philippe. There was a problem with his daycare today, so hell be spending the day here with me. Ill teach him all abo

ESL Podcast 499 - Marrying a Gold Digger

Liza: Isnt Jesse wonderful? Im so glad you got to meet him last night. Sinobu: Uh, hes a little young for you, dont you think? I know youve had boy toys in the past, but he takes the cake . Liza: Hes no boy toy! Its true that theres a 30-year age dif

ESL Podcast 561 – Being Forgetful

Charlize: You wont forget that were going over to the Wongs for dinner tomorrow night, will you? Pete: Its etched in my brain . I wont forget. Charlize: It slipped your mind last week that we were meeting Donna at the movies, remember? Pete: I was pr

ESL Podcast 695 – Being Late for an Event

Eric: Lets get a move on or well be late again! Carmen: Hold your horses. Im on the verge of being ready. Rome wasnt built in a day, you know. Eric: A day? Id settle for a week. Why is it that every time we have someplace to be youre always running l

ESL Podcast 268 – Get-Rich-Quick Schemes

Bill: What are you watching? Susan: Im watching a really interesting TV program. Its about how to make a lot of money quickly and easily. Bill: Are you watching an infomercial? Those things are scams! You should know better than to fall for some get-

ESL Podcast 569 – Traveling for Singles

Ray: I have a great idea for your next vacation. You should go on a singles cruise . Samantha: Im not going on a singles cruise. Everybody will be on the make . Ray: Thats the point, isnt it? You can take your pick of single guys. What could be bette

英语博客：ESL Podcast 702 – Finding Other Singles

I was tired of being single. All of my friends had paired up and I was left hanging. Like everybody else these days, I tried using the Internet to find other singles, but I never had any luck. Cruising for my ideal woman among a bunch of lonely heart

ESL Podcast 278 – Meeting the Future In-laws

Atsushi: I dont mind telling you that Im really nervous about meeting your parents. Scarlet: You look like youre going to face the firing squad. Its not going to be that bad. Atsushi: I wish I could believe that. Im going to try to make a good first

ESL Podcast 662 – Doctor-Patient Confidentiality

Dr. Green: Can I consult you on a case of medical ethics? Dr. Hause: Sure, Im not a lawyer, but I can give you my opinion as another doctor. Dr. Green: Thats what Im looking for, your honest opinion. I have a patient who has a medical condition that

ESL Podcast 640 – Being Genuine and False

Javier: I saw Terry cozying up to you this morning. What was that about? Floriane: He was just offering me some advice on my first proposal. Javier: Sure, he was. What were his true intentions? Floriane: I think he was being upfront about wanting to

ESL Podcast 477 – Planning a Gourmet Meal

Hung: I cant believe that the famous food critic , Julia Schilds, will be eating in my restaurant tomorrow night. I need to prepare a gourmet menu thats going to be mind-blowing . Padma: She wouldnt be coming here if she didnt already know that your

ESL Podcast 537 – Types of Bank Accounts

Luiz: Where are you going? Iona: Im going to the bank to open an account. Luiz: What kind of account: a savings account , a checking account , or a CD ? Iona: Um, Im not sure, but Im sure someone at the bank can help me decide. Luiz: Youll also need

ESL Podcast 657 – Checking Accounts and Writing Checks

Marianne: I dont understand it. I got a notice from the bank that two of my checks bounced. Ive never had an overdraft in my life. Jae: That doesnt sound like you. Youre always so careful with your money. Marianne: I am! I dont understand what happen

ESL Podcast 675 – Having Furniture Delivered

I was waiting patiently for the furniture store to deliver my new bed. I was given a window of 1:00 to 4:00. At 4:50, the delivery truck pulled up in front of my house. ... Zuly: Hello. Danny: Hi! Were from Reliable Furniture. Were here to deliver yo

ESL Podcast 479 – Using Frequent Flyer Miles

Anne: Where were you this past weekend? I tried calling you on Friday to see if you wanted to go to the movies with me. Jurgen: I was in Chicago for a long weekend . Anne: Chicago? I didnt know you were planning a trip. I thought you were pretty stra

ESL Podcast 443 – Having a Slumber Party

Russ: Mom says youre having a slumber party next Saturday. Irene: Im just having a few friends over for a sleepover and its none of your business . Russ: Dont be like that . How many people did you invite? Irene: Im not telling you anything. I know w

ESL Podcast 270 – Airport Announcements

I was walking through the airport to Gate 11 to catch my flight when I heard this announcement: Attention passengers on English Air flight 232 to Boise. The departure gate has been changed. The flight will now be leaving from Gate 26. That was my fli