MiniPod: Ep2 On the weekend English on Repeat (Easy)
This lesson is designed for easy-level learners.
In this episode, we practise saying the following phrases:
I'm looking for something to do this weekend.
What are you up to this weekend?
Have a great weekend.
How was your weekend? Explore the entire series English on Repeat by clicking here to listen! This episode is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts .
Credits:
Host: Shannon Williams
Written by: Sonia Saraullo
Graphic Design: Yudai Urushima
Sound Design: Mickey Grossman
Music Composition: Adam Hulbert
Produced by: Josipa Kosanovic
Program Manager: Janine Googane
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