Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Brianna Cope is a professional surfer from the island of Kauai. In this commercial for “Eastbay,” a sports footwear and clothing retailer, she discusses what makes surfing special for her, and how the strength and conditioning training she does on land makes her a better athlete when riding the waves.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
United Kingdom
Amy Winehouse, the first British singer to win five Grammy Awards in a single night, is interviewed at the BRITs where her powerful vocals won her the title of Best British Female Artist in 2007.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
In this video, celebrities are seen auditioning for a coveted part in British Airways’ new safety video, while simultaneously demonstrating the safety features and procedures on the aircraft.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
Part two sees more celebrities “audition” to present the British Airways in-flight safety video, and have fun supporting "Flying Start." This initiative partners British Airways with the charity “Comic Relief” to help children all over the world.”
Difficulty: Beginner
United Kingdom, USA
Cara Delevingne wins the Model of the Year Award at the British Fashion Awards 2014. This award recognizes the British model who has contributed most to the international fashion scene in the past year. Nominees for this category were: Cara Delevingne, Jourdan Dunn and Sam Rollinson.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
A British Gas video featuring Amanda Lamb with tops tips on preparing your home for the winter, including information on bleeding radiators, insulating pipes, and checking boiler pressure.
Difficulty: Newbie
United Kingdom
In this video, we can enjoy a performance of the British royal and national anthem "God Save the Queen." Hayley Dee Westenra is a classical crossover singer and songwriter from New Zealand.
Difficulty: Beginner
United Kingdom, USA
Join Minoo and Rachel, who each have their own YouTube channel devoted to improving English pronunciation, as they come together to compare British and American English pronunciation.
Difficulty: Beginner
United Kingdom, USA
Minoo and Rachel demonstrate how the same word can be pronounced totally differently in American English and British English. As you listen, consider what tendencies you have when it comes to pronunciation.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Britney doesn’t expect much for Christmas. In her letter she asks only for true love, hoping that Santa can bring it on his sleigh!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
United Kingdom
Full interview with BRITs 2011 nominee Ellie Goulding. Ellie talks about her success in 2010, her duet with Tinie Tempah, outfits and sunscreen!
Difficulty: Beginner
United Kingdom
Enjoy this clip from Brooke Fraser! She is an award-winning New Zealand singer/song-writer. Her third studio album Flags has become the most successful album of her career, with the single “Something in the Water” reaching number one on the RIANZ singles chart in 2010.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA Brooklyn
Here’s a quick visit to a butcher store in Brooklyn were you’ll learn how make good mozzarella, along with tips on choosing the perfect steak.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Jake Peralta may be a talented detective, but he doesn't exactly do things by the rules. In this clip from the series Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Captain Raymond Holt lectures him in front of his colleagues.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Founded by writer Dave Eggers, the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company is a sister project of the San Francisco Pirate Supply Company, both of them storefront covers for their real work, the 826 educational assistance program. See how creative minds have banded together to make learning fun and at the same time creatively fund educational assistance!
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