BALLOONCAST - Go Ahead School

level: BASIC+- What do you think is the best job in the world?- In your opinion, what adds up to job satisfaction?

levels: Pre-Intermediate +Different cultures celebrate Valentine's Day in more ways than one. Listen to the episode to learn more about this topic. And if you happen to live or to be in Brazil ...... HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

levels: Intermediate +Weddings are meant to be a perfect blend of love, laughter, and cherished memories—but sometimes, things don't go exactly as planned. These wedding-day disasters prove that a little chaos can make the big day even more memorable! 

levels: Pre-Intermediate +Listen to the episode to learn and explore more about the history of our furry canine friends! Enjoy ;-)

Levels: Intermediate+Aging is one of the few things every living thing has in common. Listen to the episode to learn more about this topic.Enjoy! :-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + The innovative chocolate company with a taste for ethical trading - listen to the episode and learn more about this (delicious!) topic ;-)

levels: Intermediate + Wine is one of the oldest beverages known to man, and continues to be celebrated globally. Listen to the episode to learn interesting facts about Bacchus's beverage!

What do you know about the author, Charles Dickens? Have you read this story - A Christmas Carol - or seen the movie? Listen to the episode to learn more about Dickens and the creation of Dickens's Christmas! Merry Christmas!

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + Do you know what "triskaidekaphobia" is? How is it related to Friday the 13th? Listen to the episode to learn about the topic. Practice and improve your English with BalloonCast!

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + We love our coffee, for sure—but what does it actually do to your body? Is it healthy? Sip your coffee, relax, and listen to the episode to learn more about the topic. Practice your English with BalloonCast!

*to all levels* Listen to the episode and learn more about AI, its benefits and impact on our everyday lives. Enjoy! ;-)

*to all levels* Listen to the episode, learn more about dogs, and enjoy it! ;-)

Are you a dog person, a cat person, or both? Listen to this episode to learn more about cats. Enjoy - meow!

levels: Intermediate + How can The 80/20 Principle be applied in everyday life? Listen to this introductory BC episode about the topic and start learning about it. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + Would you like to be (or at least to feel) more productive? Listen to the episode and check whether the author's insights resonate with you. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + Listen to the episode to practice your Business English vocab and learn more about the topic. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + Listen to the episode and learn more about this topic. Enjoy!

Levels: Intermediate + In this episode you'll have the chance to practice and learn more about some common Phrasal Verbs and Idioms. Enjoy!

levels: Intermediate + Listen to the episode and learn more about what behavioral psychology says about it. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + Why is this fruit so powerful? Listen to the episode to learn more about the topic.

Levels: Pre-Intermediate+ Who do you compare yourself to? Listen to how 4 readers answered that question. Enjoy the episode! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + How healthy are your relationships and connections? Do you think they might affect your longevity? Listen to the episode and find out. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate+ Why are soft skills considered to be the skills of the future? Listen to the episode to learn more about the topic. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + Have you ever heard about Generation Z? Listen to this episode to learn about the topic. Enjoy!

Levels: Intermediate+ How does speaking multiple languages affect the mind? Listen to the episode and find it out. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate+ Do you ever play jokes, tricks, and pranks on April Fools' Day? Listen to the episode to learn more about the tradition and origins of April, 1st. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + You know you're fluent when ... in this episode you'll hear about some practical situations when language learners can actually feel how fluent they are. How can you relate? Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate+ Listen to the episode to learn more about and practice some business vocabulary. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + Listen to the episode based on an article written by Dr Denning and understand why water is essential. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate+ Listen to recording and learn more about the year that's been considered the worst ever ... enjoy? Yeah, enjoy the opportunity and learn more about it!

Levels: Intermediate + Listen to the episode and learn new things about our memory and how to learn things more effectively. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Basic and Pre-Intermediate Listen to the episode to learn more about Halloween and how it is celebrated. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + How well do you usually sleep at night? In this episode you'll learn some interesting findings about sleep. Enjoy, and sweet dreams ;-)

levels: Intermediate + What can beer and cycling have in common? Listen to the episode to find that out! Enjoy ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + Listen to the episode to learn about how Children's Day is celebrated in Brazil and in the world. Enjoy! ;-)

*to all levels* As you listen to the author's life lessons, think about the ones that resonate with you the most. Discuss them with your teacher in class. Enjoy ;-)

Levels: to all levels A farmer accidentally found a hole on a side of a mountain ... listen to the episode to find out all about this hidden treasure. Enjoy!

Levels: Intermediate + Is there another word to express the actual meaning of 'happiness'? Listen to the episode and learn more about the topic. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + Do you treat yourself as well as you treat your friends? Listen to the recording and reflect upon the topic. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + In his "Encyclopedia of The English Language" David Crystal opens up by listing 6 reasons why one should study this fascinating language. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + Listen to the episode and learn about some wonderful acts of kindness. Enjoy! ;-)

When should managers give praise to their employees? Listen to Jack Altman's views on the topic and discuss it with your teacher in class. Enjoy! ;-)

Listen to the recording and improve your pronunciation skills. Enjoy!

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + How attached to objects do you think you are? Listen to the episode and learn more about resourcefulness. Enjoy! ;-)

Level: Intermediate + Listen to this episode and learn more about these goal-setting frameworks. Enjoy!

Levels: Intermediate + Listen to an extract from Wall Street Journal Best Selling Book, "People Strategy", by Jack Altman. Enjoy the recording, and learn more about the topic. :-)

Levels: Intermediate + In this episode, the authors of the book "The Power of Moments" tell us about Clark's moments and his creation: the C25K program. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: Intermediate + This BC episode's been extracted from the book "The Power of Moments". How can you create shared meaning in order to accomplish goals? Listen to the episode to learn more about the topic. Enjoy! :-)

Levels: Pre-Intermediate + What should a good résumé look like? And why to reject them? Listen to the words of an analyst to learn more about the topic. Enjoy!

Levels: Intermediate + This BC episode's been taken from the book "How to Be the StartUp Hero", by Tim Draper. Listen to some of Tim's views about optimism. Enjoy! ;-)

Levels: to all levels Would you like to learn about the history behind this important Irish tradition? Listen to the episode, and enjoy it!