Welcome to the first episode of the Phrasal Verb News Podcast!

Join me, Grant, as we explore the “Grate Cheese Robbery,” a bizarre true crime story about a half-million-dollar cheddar heist. But this isn’t just a news recap—it’s your chance to learn real-life English through phrasal verbs and idioms in context.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Key Phrasal Verbs and Idioms:
• Cheesy / Corny
• Pull Off
• Went Down
• Golden Opportunity
• Reputable
• Track Down
• Take On
• Come Through
• Take the Hit
• Keep an Eye Out
• How It Works:

1. Hear the story and phrasal verbs in context.
2. Get clear, simple explanations with Spanish translations.
3. Answer practice questions to reinforce your learning.

Why Listen?

This podcast is perfect for intermediate to advanced English learners looking to:

• Improve their vocabulary with real-world examples.
• Understand how phrasal verbs work in professional settings.
• Fit learning into their busy schedules while commuting, exercising, or doing chores.

Bonus for Spanish Speakers:

I include quick Spanish translations and examples to make learning even easier.

Don’t Forget!

Check out the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel: Business as Usual English. And if you have questions or want to share your answers to the practice questions, leave a comment or send me an email at grant@businessasusualenglish.com.

Let’s make learning English fun and practical! Thanks for tuning in, and stay tuned for the next episode.