Learning English programs use a limited vocabulary and short sentences. They are read at a slower pace than VOA's other English broadcasts. Our broadcasts were formerly known as Special English.
On the weekend podcast, a workshop in Taiwan makes products out of waste plastic; Korean kimchi faces threats; how to summarize on Ask a Teacher; what is a ‘dead giveaway’ on Words and Their Stories;finally, part four of 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue,' by Edgar Allen Poe.
On today’s podcast, Japan aims to increase use of the 4-day workweek to improve workplace flexibility; scientists wonder why Antarctic ice is melting; learn grammar from singer Bob Dylan; then, intonation on Lesson of the Day.
On today’s podcast, employers use wearable devices to measure employees’ body temperature; learn how to make your smartphone last followed by advice on device insurance plans and costs; then, avoiding mistakes on Lesson of the Day.
On today’s podcast, why is polio still a problem? U.S. schools are using money, fun and support to get students to come to class followed by a discussion about absenteeism; then, small words on Lesson of the Day.
On today’s podcast, a Zimbabwean man jailed for illegal hunting has turned to conservation; how AI can help people with ADHD followed by a discussion about the developmental disorder; then, fast speech on Lesson of the Day.