B2 – Upper Intermediate
If you’re curious to learn more about the surging popularity of podcasts, I highly recommend checking out the full article below. The article explains why podcasts have become a popular source of entertainment and information for people worldwide. Dive into the world of podcasts to uncover why they have become a global phenomenon. Happy reading!
https://www.deseret.com/entertainment/2023/2/9/23592684/decline-of-podcasts
Vocabulary Questions:
- What is the meaning of the expression “tables have turned” in the sentence, “Since 2004, this form of entertainment has boomed in popularity, but last year, the tables seemed to have turned.”? Use this idiom in a sentence.
- What is the meaning of the phrase “to gain traction” here, “The origin of podcasts is rooted in the late 1900s, but 2004 was the year where podcasts started to gain traction.”? Use it in a sentence.
- Explain the meaning of “free-fall” in the sentence, “Coming up on almost two decades after the invention of modern podcasts, it seems that podcasts might be in free-fall.”. Use it in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- Do you listen to podcasts? If so, what types of podcasts do you enjoy and why?
- In what situations do you prefer listening to podcasts over watching videos, or vice versa?
- What was the last podcast you listened to, and what was it about?
- Do you think the popularity of podcasts will continue to grow in comparison to videos? Why or why not?
- Do you think the decline in podcast creation is a temporary trend, or do you believe it’s indicative of a larger shift in consumer preferences for audio entertainment? Why?