EP039 I Need More Time | Elementary

The podcast focuses on teaching English learners how to ask for more time, particularly in a professional context. Using a dialogue, the hosts, Marco and Erica, introduce key vocabulary and phrases related to deadlines and delays. They explain the meaning of "deadline," "extension," "ran into," and "delayed," providing examples to clarify usage. The hosts also highlight phrases like "I've been meaning to talk to you," "beyond my control," and "put this off," demonstrating how to use them in conversations. The dialogue centers on a scenario where Casey needs an extension on a project due to unforeseen issues, prompting a discussion about making excuses. The hosts encourage listeners to share their own excuses for being late.