IELTS Speaking · Part 2 · Cue card

    Describe a radio programme or podcast you enjoy

    Last updated 2 September 2026

    In short

    This Part 2 cue card asks you to describe describe a radio programme or podcast you enjoy. Your long turn has to cover 4 prompts (what it is; what it is about; how often you listen to it; why you enjoy it), and the last one carries the most marks.

    The cue card

    Describe a radio programme or podcast you enjoy.

    You should say:

    • what it is
    • what it is about
    • how often you listen to it
    • and explain why you enjoy it

    How to structure your long turn

    1. 1

      what it is

    2. 2

      what it is about

    3. 3

      how often you listen to it

    4. 4

      and explain why you enjoy it

    Rounding-off questions

    • Why has listening to podcasts become popular?

    • Is radio still relevant today?

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