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。
I love eating at all-you-can-eat buffets. It doesn't matter what kind of food it is, I'm up for it. Last week, I went to a high-end seafood buffet with my friends. We walked in and the hostess seated us at a table. She asked if we wanted to order any...
Some people say that it's civic duty to give back to your community. That's true but for me, I want to do some volunteer work so that I can feel useful. I've been working at the same job for years and it's not at all rewarding. Yes, I make good money...
Laura: Oh, I didn't think Id make it home in time for the game. Jun: What game? Laura: The playoffs! Turn on the TV. I hope it's still in the first quarter. It is! Who's winning? What's the score? Jun: I don't know. You know I don't watch sports. Wha...
Grace: Did you already pay the bills for this month? Will: No, I haven't gotten around to it yet. Why? Grace: We got a late notice from the credit card company. The notice says that they haven't received the payment yet and it's past the due date. We...
I'm a news junkie. I like to read two newspapers everyday. I don't just look at the headlines. I read most of the stories. I like the political news, the business news, the editorials, and the entertainment news. The only things I don't usually read...
On my way home from class, I ran into Cara, a schoolmate that I have not seen in a few months. I stopped to say hi to her. Mark: Hey Cara! How's everything? Long time no see. Cara: Yeah! It's been a while. I'm doing alright. What about you? Mark: Gre...
David: Hey, Sally. Can I run something by you? Sally: Sure, what's up? David: Well, a friend of a friend wanted some help with her taxes and we agreed that we would talk about it over dinner. At the end of the night, when the check came, she expected...
Mindy: Hey, where are you going? Eric: I'm going to traffic court. I got a parking ticket and I'm going to fight it. Mindy: How much was the fine? Eric: It was only $40. But it's not the money, it's the principle of the thing. Mindy: Why? Weren't you...
My friend Sabrina and I decided to go out dancing last weekend. We went to a club called the Fine Line and when we got there, there was long line outside. That's one thing I hate about L.A. clubs. The hottest ones have long lines and it's hard to get...
Judy: I've called this meeting so we can brainstorm some fundraising ideas. As you know, we're in danger of closing. Any thoughts? Stan: I thought that Juan was working on getting donors. Judy: He is, but we can't count on that coming through. Domini...
It's true that I don't like shopping. When I want to buy something, I do it online. I like buying on the Internet because I can easily do some comparison shopping and find the best price. It's easy, too. Last week I wanted to buy some new headphones....
Phillip: So, have you heard the news? Mary: No, what's up? Phillip: I just heard that the company is planning to lay off 20 percent of the employees in the next two months. Mary: You're kidding! I knew they were looking for some way to cut costs with...
Sam: Hi, is this where I can get information on tours? Nan: Yes, I can help you with that. What type of tour are you thinking about? There are some great city tours that are half-day or full-day. Sam: You know, we've explored the city a lot since we'...
Lucy: Hey Jeff, have you met my friend? Jeff: No, I don't think I have. Lucy: Well, this is my oldest and best friend, Marlene. She's visiting from out of town. Jeff: Hi, I'm Jeff. Marlene: Hi, it's nice meeting you. Jeff: How long do you plan to be...
Patrick: Hey, congratulations! I just heard that you're expecting. How far along are you? Cindy: Thanks. I'm four and a half months pregnant. It feels like it! I feel huge. Patrick: You don't look it. I bet Carlos is excited. Do you know yet if it's...
