地道美语听力播客English as a Second Language Podcast (ESLPod),是一家位于美国加州洛杉矶的英语教育研究机构推出的英文听力会话,于2005年7月23日首播, 主播Dr. Jeff McQuillan为南加州大学的语言学博士, 现专注于外国语学生的英语学习研究。该播客在iTunes store播客的教育子分类中,与Grammar Girl Just Vocabulary常居前三甲。
Vera: That was uncalled for. You owe me an apology! Alvaro: Chill out. It was a joke! Vera: It wasnt funny and it crossed the line. Alvaro: Why are you freaking out? Get over it. I was just joking. Vera: You really hurt my feelings. Alvaro: For Gods...
Darrelle: I just went to a seminar about work-related injuries. I really have to rethink my workspace. Kim: Work-related injuries? Its not like were doing heavy lifting every day. We sit at our desks all day. Darrelle: Thats the problem. Look at how...
Tony: Another Valentines Day! I really hate Valentines Day. Chelsea: Whats your problem? Tony: Im sick of seeing heart- shaped boxes, stuffed animals, and cupid decorations everywhere. Lovey-dovey couples on the street and nothing but sentimental mov...
Adelia: When I created this writing contest, I had no idea that we would get so many entries. Omar: Good thing you have an impartial panel of judges to help you select the winner. Adelia: Yes, good thing. Im really grateful to all of you for giving u...
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...
Jermaine: How did the investor meeting go? Teresa: That meeting has been postponed until next week. One of the potential investors is out of town. Jermaine: In that case, can you help me with some of this work? Teresa: I would, but Im busy ordering s...
George: Im kind of nervous staying in a vacation rental for the first time. Marnie: Dont worry. Before I booked this unit, I checked it out thoroughly. Its pet-friendly and kid-friendly, and it sleeps six, so itll be perfect for the whole family. Geo...
Delilah: Could you turn that down? Josh: What? Delilah: Could you turn your music down? Josh: Oh, sure. Is there a problem? Delilah: No, theres no problem. I was just trying to do some reading and the ear- splitting music coming from your room made i...
Dominic: Do you want some help with that box? Andrea: Sure, thanks. Dominic: What is it? Andrea: Its a new TV. My old one has been on the fritz for a week and I needed a new one. Dominic: Is this a highly-rated model? Andrea: Highly-rated? I just wen...
Kam: Okay, the purpose of our meeting today is to listen to some ideas for our new advertising campaign. Gina, take it away. Gina: Thanks, Kam. Im going to talk today about outdoor advertising. I know that its a new area for us and it hasnt been on o...
Brett: Hi, Dr. Mollie. Could I speak to you for a few minutes? Dr. Mollie: Certainly. Have a seat. Brett: Im really enjoying your psychology class and I was wondering if I could ask you a few questions. Dr. Mollie: Sure, go ahead. Brett: Well, I have...
Cameron: What did you get for Christmas? James: I got a box set of my favorite TV show of all time, the McQ Files. It contains all five seasons of the show, deleted scenes, and outtakes. I cant wait to watch it all! Cameron: Didnt you see the entire...
Georgia: So I thought Carla was nice. Andy: You did? I didnt get that impression at all. I dont know what Brian sees in her. Georgia: Really? I thought she was really trying to make a good impression. Andy: Yeah, she was trying too hard. She laughed...
Dennis: I just got a new sales job and Im going to be making a bundle. Irene: What kind of job is it? Dennis: Ill be working strictly on commission. The more I sell, the more I earn. Its a great opportunity for someone with my talents in sales. Irene...
Hitomi: What are you unboxing? Jason: This is my new smartphone. It has every feature under the sun! Hitomi: Every feature? Jason: It has a high quality camera and video camera, and its a videophone. It has a great GPS program, too. The touch- screen...