2nd October 2020

Obviously, one of the best ways to learn English is to listen to native speakers, and I’m so lucky that one of my friends, Alex, who is a radio broadcaster, has agreed to share some of his videos to help you learn.

I’m sure you’ll agree, Alex has a beautifully clear voice, perfect for the radio, perfect for English-language students. These videos, however, are not from a studio, but are live ‘on the road.’

Alex is cycling to raise money for charity, namely the UK Sepsis Trust. Sepsis, basically, is when the body tries to fight disease, but in fact hurts the body. His charity webpage is:

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/alex-loveridge1

Alex Loveridge

Cycle4Sepsis meets 91.Hayes FM Broadcast4Sepsis 2020

I shall include more information, weblinks and a chance for you to donate, later in the blog.

So now, without further ado, my friend Alex. First, listen to the videos. Don’t be afraid about pausing and replaying. try to see how much you understand. I’ve added a transcript of the first video to help you, after the UK Sepsis photo.

First video: https://www.facebook.com/560429459/videos/10159587547189460/

Now, we are especially lucky, as Alex is going to sing (a little) for us.

Second: https://www.facebook.com/560429459/videos/10159591253909460/

First Video:

Hello, boys and girls, welcome to cycle for sepsis live. It’s pitch black and I’m cycling. Yes, so I’m living a bit dangerously and that’s not just because it’s dark and I’m cycling but I’ve decided to … I’ve reached my target of fifty miles but I realised I didn’t challenge myself enough so Cycle For Sepsis is going that bit further and I’m going to cycle another fifty miles between now and Thursday so wish me luck.

Notice how most native speakers pronounce ‘going to’ in real-time – we say “gonna.”

Information and links

You can read more about the UK Sepsis Trust here: https://sepsistrust.org/

Alex has a webpage for people to donate money. Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Alex-Loveridge

Finally, you can hear Alex on internet radio. The station Facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/91.8hayesfmofficial/

Lastly, a BIG thanks to Alex for agreeing to help.

We all wish you luck