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Thinking in English

By Thomas Wilkinson

A podcast for Intermediate to Advanced English Learners.

Thinking is an incredibly important step on the road fluency, and we aim to help you achieve this by discussing topics ranging from politics and economics, to philosophy and science.

Learn new vocabulary, listen to native level English, and test your comprehension!
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288. The End of Remote Work?: "Return to Office" Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

288. The End of Remote Work?: "Return to Office" Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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During the pandemic, millions of employees began to do their job from home and work remotely. Four years later, remote work is still a feature of the workplace.

But will this last? Is the end of remote work around the corner?

Let’s discuss remote work and the “return to office” movement on today’s episode of Thinking in English!


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  • Remote (Adjective): Located far away; distant.
  • Mandate (Noun): An official order or command issued by an authority.
  • Hybrid (Adjective): Combining two different elements.
  • White-Collar (Adjective): Relating to professional or office-based work, typically performed in a corporate setting.
  • Blue-Collar (Adjective): Relating to manual or industrial work.
  • Productivity (Noun): Measure of efficiency or output
  • Flexible (Adjective): Capable of being modified easily to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
Mar 18, 202426:41
287. The History of Tea! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

287. The History of Tea! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Tea is the second-most popular beverage in the world (behind water). How much do you know about the history of this delicious drink?

Join me today for a discussion on the history of tea, from mysterious and mythical Chinese emperors to a Portuguese princess in London! At the same time, we’ll learn a lot of new and interesting words while testing your listening skills.



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  • Beverage (Noun): A drink, especially one other than water; a liquid for drinking.
  • Steep (Verb): To soak in a liquid, typically water, to extract flavours or to soften.
  • Infuse (Verb): To introduce flavours or qualities into a liquid by soaking or steeping.
  • Medicinal (Adjective): Having properties or qualities that are beneficial for health.
  • Dynasty (Noun): A series of rulers from the same family.
  • Blend (Noun): A mixture of different elements or substances.
  • Oxidation (Noun): The chemical reaction that occurs when a substance reacts with oxygen, often causing a change in colour.
Mar 11, 202429:08
286. Who is Responsible for the Most Deaths in History?: The Story of Thomas Midgely Jr! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

286. Who is Responsible for the Most Deaths in History?: The Story of Thomas Midgely Jr! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Today I want to tell you the story of Thomas Midgely Jr. He was a scientist, engineer, and incredibly successful inventor. His creations revolutionised transportation and made refrigerators and air conditioners possible.

Unfortunately, his inventions were also incredibly harmful. They caused millions of deaths and perhaps harmed the world more than any other human creations. Let’s discuss why and how he is accidentally responsible for the most deaths in human history!



TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/03/04/286-who-is-responsible-for-the-most-deaths-in-history-the-story-of-thomas-midgely-jr-english-vocabulary-lesson/

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  • Lead (Noun): A heavy metal element (Pb)
  • Gasoline (Noun): A volatile, flammable liquid used as fuel in engines.
  • Consequence (Noun): The result or effect of an action, decision, or condition.
  • Refrigeration (Noun): The process of cooling or preserving food, goods, or spaces using artificial means.
  • Engine Knock (Noun): The metallic knocking sound in an internal combustion engine caused by premature ignition of fuel.
  • CFCs (Abbreviation, Noun): Chlorofluorocarbons, a group of compounds containing carbon, chlorine, and fluorine, once used as refrigerants and propellants.
  • Atmosphere (Noun): The envelope of gases surrounding a planet, particularly Earth, held in place by gravity.
Mar 04, 202430:58
285. Are Electric Cars Environmentally Friendly? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

285. Are Electric Cars Environmentally Friendly? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Emissions (noun): Release of gases into the air, often contributing to air pollution.
  • Hybrid car (noun): Vehicles that combine an internal combustion engine with an electric propulsion system.
  • Renewable (adjective): Relating to energy derived from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, or rain.
  • Fossil fuel (noun): Energy resources, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals.
  • Carbon footprint (noun): The total amount of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide, that an individual, organization, or product is responsible for.
  • Public transport (noun): Shared transportation services, such as buses, trains, and trams, available for use by the general public.
  • Environmentally friendly (adjective): Practices, products, or behaviours that have minimal negative impact on the environment.
Feb 26, 202425:57
284. What is Language Anxiety? And How to Overcome Anxiety While Using English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

284. What is Language Anxiety? And How to Overcome Anxiety While Using English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Language anxiety is a problem that many English learners and non-native English speakers face every day!

Today, I want to talk in depth about language anxiety. We’ll discuss the causes and consequences of anxiety while using a foreign language, and I’ll give you a few different tips and strategies on how to improve your confidence and reduce your anxiety while speaking in English!

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  • Anxiety (Noun): A feeling of unease, nervousness, or worry.
  • Fear (Noun): An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat.
  • Stress (Noun): Mental or emotional strain resulting from challenging situations, circumstances, or pressures.
  • Predisposition (Noun): A tendency or inclination to a particular condition, behaviour, or outcome.
  • Apprehension (Noun): Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
  • Evaluation (Noun): The act of assessing or judging the quality, value, or performance of someone or something.
  • Self-Awareness (Noun): Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Feb 19, 202424:16
283. Who Were the Anglo-Saxons? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

283. Who Were the Anglo-Saxons? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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From the Roman Empire and Saxon tribes migrating from mainland Europe, to kingdoms, Viking raids, and a king shot in the eye with an arrow, this is the story of the Anglo-Saxons.


Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/02/12/283-who-were-the-anglo-saxons-english-vocabulary-lesson/



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  • Anglo-Saxon (noun): A member of the Germanic tribes that settled in England from the 5th century AD
  • Invade (verb): To enter a place with the intention of taking control, often by force.
  • Monasteries (noun): Religious communities where monks live.
  • Descendants (noun): People who are the children, or later generations of a particular ancestor or group.
  • Settlement (noun): The act or process of establishing a community or group of people in a new location.
  • Raid (noun/verb): A sudden and swift attack, often carried out for the purpose of seizing goods or causing damage.
  • Tribe (noun): A social group consisting of families or communities sharing common ancestry, language, and customs.
Feb 12, 202425:33
282. Should Vaping be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

282. Should Vaping be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Vocabulary

  • Disposable (adjective): Designed to be thrown away after use.
  • E-cigarettes (noun): Electronic devices that heat a liquid to produce vapour, typically containing nicotine, offering an alternative to traditional smoking.
  • Inhale/Exhale (verbs): To breathe in and out, respectively.
  • Vapour (noun): A substance in the air, usually a liquid.
  • Combustion (noun): The process of burning.
  • Addictive (adjective): Causing a strong dependence on a substance, typically a drug like nicotine.
  • Regulation (noun): The process of controlling and managing an activity through rules and laws.
Feb 05, 202421:02
281. What is a Blue Zone? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

281. What is a Blue Zone? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Where is the healthiest place on earth? Where do people live the longest lives? And what is a blue zone?
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Vocabulary


Lifestyle (noun): The way in which a person lives, including habits, behaviours, and daily activities.
Longevity (noun): The state of having a long duration of life.
Lifespan (noun): The length of time a person lives.
Moderation (noun): Consuming things in appropriate amounts, avoiding excess.
Well-Being (noun): The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Diet (noun): The kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
Calorie (noun): A unit of measurement for energy, often used to quantify the energy content of food and beverages.
Jan 29, 202421:30
280. Should Donald Trump Be Allowed to Run For President Again? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

280. Should Donald Trump Be Allowed to Run For President Again? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Donald Trump is the frontrunner to be the Republican candidate in this year’s US presidential election. But… should he be allowed to run for president?

In a few weeks the US Supreme Court will answer this very question.

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Vocabulary

  • Election (noun): The formal process of choosing a person for a public office or position, typically through voting.
  • Frontrunner (noun): The leading candidate or contestant in a competition or election.
  • Fraud (noun): Wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain.
  • Insurrection (noun): A violent uprising or rebellion against a government or authority.
  • To run (verb): To compete as a candidate in an election; to seek or be nominated for a political office.
  • Legal Case (noun): A dispute or issue brought before a court for resolution; a matter to be decided by law.
  • Campaign (noun): A series of organized activities, events, or efforts with a particular purpose, especially a political or social cause.
Jan 22, 202418:54
279. Indian Mutiny, the Cat-O’-Nine-Tails, and Mercury Poisoning: The Surprising Origins of English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

279. Indian Mutiny, the Cat-O’-Nine-Tails, and Mercury Poisoning: The Surprising Origins of English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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What do the 1857 Indian Mutiny, a brutal punishment feared by sailors, and mercury poisoning all have in common? All of these things lie behind three common idioms.


Today, let’s take a deeper look at these idioms while exploring their surprising etymologies!


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  • Bite the Bullet (idiom): To endure a painful or difficult situation with courage and fortitude, often accepting the inevitable.
  • Cat Got Your Tongue (idiom): A phrase used to inquire why someone is unusually quiet or not speaking.
  • Mad as a Hatter (idiom): Completely crazy or insane, often used to describe someone with eccentric behavior.
Jan 15, 202419:53
278. The History of Fish and Chips! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

278. The History of Fish and Chips! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Fish and chips is the most iconic, and one of the most popular, dishes from the United Kingdom.

Today, let me give you a detailed explanation of the origins, history, and variations of this classic meal!


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Vocabulary List

  • Takeaways (Noun): Establishments where prepared food is sold to be eaten somewhere else.
  • Fillet (Noun): A boneless cut or slice of meat or fish.
  • Texture (Noun): The feel or consistency of a surface or substance.
  • Batter (Noun/Verb): A mixture of eggs, flour, and liquid used to coat food before frying; the process of coating food with such a mixture.
  • National Dish (Noun): A traditional or iconic dish that is considered representative of a particular country.
  • Iconic (Adjective): Widely recognized and regarded as a symbol of a particular time, place, or culture.
  • Chain Restaurants (Noun): A series of connected restaurants under the same brand or ownership.


Jan 08, 202424:29
277. How to Form Great Study Habits! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

277. How to Form Great Study Habits! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Habit (noun): A settled, regular, and automatic behaviour, especially one that is hard to give up.
  • Motivation (noun): The reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way.
  • Unconscious (adjective): Operating or occurring without awareness.
  • Intentional (adjective): Done with purpose or intention; not accidental.
  • Behaviour (noun): The observable actions and responses exhibited by an individual.
  • Cue (noun): A signal or prompt that induces someone to take a particular action.
  • Consistent (adjective): Acting or done in the same way over time.
Jan 01, 202421:35
276. What is a Traditional British Christmas? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

276. What is a Traditional British Christmas? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Happy Christmas to all the Thinking in English listeners out there! In this Christmas special episode, I am going to introduce you to a traditional British Christmas. Hope you enjoy listening!



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Vocabulary List

  • Festive (adjective):Related to a celebration or festival.
  • Carols (noun):Festive songs, often associated with Christmas.
  • Stockings (noun): Long socks traditionally hung by the fireplace for small gifts.
  • Boxing Day(noun): The day after Christmas in the UK.
  • Public holiday (noun): A day on which most businesses and schools are closed.
  • Advent (noun): The period of four weeks before Christmas.
Dec 25, 202317:26
275. Are Professional Sports Stars Paid Too Much?: Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million Contact! (English Vocabulary Lesson )

275. Are Professional Sports Stars Paid Too Much?: Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million Contact! (English Vocabulary Lesson )

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Shohei Ohtani, the Japanese baseball star, is signing a $700 million 10 year contract… is this too much? Are professional sports stars paid too much?


Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!



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  • Contract (Noun): A formal agreement between two parties, specifying terms, conditions, and obligations.
  • Endorsements (Noun): Public support or approval, especially by a famous person or celebrity, often for products or services.
  • Two-way Player (Noun): A player in sports, like baseball, who excels in both offensive (batting) and defensive (pitching) skills.
  • Valuable (Adjective): Having considerable monetary worth or importance.
  • Pitching (Noun): Throwing the ball in baseball with the aim of getting the batter out.
  • Supply and Demand (Phrase): The fundamental economic principle determining the price of goods and services.
  • Salary (Noun): Fixed regular payments made by an employer to an employee.
Dec 18, 202326:26
274. What is an Anarcho-Capitalist?: The Election of Javier Milei in Argentina! (English Vocabulary Lesson )

274. What is an Anarcho-Capitalist?: The Election of Javier Milei in Argentina! (English Vocabulary Lesson )

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Argentina has elected Javier Milei as their new President. Milei has described himself as a libertarian and anarcho-capitalist… but what does this mean? What is an anarcho-capitalist?
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  • Libertarian (Noun): A person who advocates for individual freedom, limited government, and the free-market .
  • Anarcho-capitalism (Noun): A political ideology and economic theory supporting the elimination of the state, emphasizing voluntary interactions, private property, and free-market capitalism.
  • Nickname (Noun): Informal names given to someone, often reflecting their characteristics.
  • Anarchist (Noun): A person who advocates for a society without government or central authority.
  • Free market (Noun): An economic system where prices and wages are determined by unrestricted competition and supply and demand.
  • Limited government (Noun): A political philosophy advocating for minimal government intervention in personal and economic affairs.
  • Private property (Noun): Ownership of assets and resources by individuals or private organisations.
Dec 11, 202322:10
273. How Many English Words Did William Shakespeare Invent? (English Vocabulary Lesson )

273. How Many English Words Did William Shakespeare Invent? (English Vocabulary Lesson )

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Vocabulary

  • Classics (noun): Works of literature that are considered of the highest quality and lasting significance.
  • Iconic (adjective): Widely recognized and admired, representing a symbol or characteristic.
  • Playwright (noun): A person who writes plays.
  • Feud (noun): A prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute.
  • Popularized (verb): Made widely known and accepted.
  • Works (noun): Literary creations or compositions, such as plays and poems.
  • Sonnet (noun): A specific form of poem that typically consists of 14 lines.
  • Giant (noun): Used metaphorically to signify immense influence and significance in the world.
Dec 03, 202322:17
272. What is Panda Diplomacy? (English Vocabulary Lesson )

272. What is Panda Diplomacy? (English Vocabulary Lesson )

Imagine you are the leader of a country. How do you improve your international reputation? How do you make friends and gain influence?


Countries around the world have tried a lot of creative approaches, but perhaps my favourite approach is Panda Diplomacy!


What is Panda Diplomacy? How did it start? And is it ending? Let’s discuss today!


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Vocabulary List

  • Diplomacy (Noun):The conduct of international relations and negotiations between countries to maintain peaceful and productive relationships.
  • Soft Power (Noun):The use of attraction and persuasion to influence others, as opposed to coercion.
  • Coercion (Noun):The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.
  • Lease (Verb): To allow, temporarily, the use of something in exchange for payment.
  • Goodwill (Noun):A friendly and cooperative attitude or disposition.
  • Ambassadors (Noun):Diplomats representing their country and promoting its interests abroad.
  • Normalization (Noun): The process of improving diplomatic ties between countries.
Nov 27, 202321:41
271. More Ways To Remember English Vocabulary! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

271. More Ways To Remember English Vocabulary! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Today, let’s take a look at some memory effects and investigate how you can incorporate them into your study routine!



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Vocabulary

  • Distinctiveness (noun): The quality of being unique or different from others.
  • Stand out (phrasal verb): To be noticeably different or conspicuous.
  • Primacy (noun): The state or quality of being first in importance or order.
  • Recency (noun): The state or quality of being most recent or last in order.
  • Senses (noun): The faculties of sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.
  • Mood (noun): The emotional state or disposition of an individual at a particular time.
  • Chunks (noun): Grouped items or pieces of data that are easier to remember.
  • Retain (verb): To keep or hold onto something, especially in memory.
Nov 20, 202322:21
270. What is the 2023 Word of the Year? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Nov 13, 202322:51
269. What is the BEST Way to Remember English Vocabulary? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

269. What is the BEST Way to Remember English Vocabulary? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Lemma (noun) - A technical term for the base form or root of a word within a word family.
  • Vocalize (verb) - To speak out loud or express verbally.
  • Content (noun) - The subject matter or material contained in a piece of text or speech.
  • Theory (noun) - A systematic and comprehensive explanation of a phenomenon
  • Spaced repetition (noun) - A learning technique that involves reviewing and revisiting information at increasing intervals over time.
  • Flashcards (noun) - Cards used for learning that contain questions or prompts on one side and answers or information on the other.
  • Simplification (noun) - The act of making something simpler or easier to understand.
Nov 06, 202324:52
268. History of Zombies: From Haiti and Voodoo to the Night of the Living Dead! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

268. History of Zombies: From Haiti and Voodoo to the Night of the Living Dead! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

What is a zombie? You might be thinking of the flesh-eating, undead monsters common in Hollywood, but the origin of zombies is much more fascinating than the stories in film and TV.


From the brutal slave plantations of Haiti to the development of voodoo legends and traditions, to the modern monsters of Hollywood, join us for a look at the history of zombies in this Halloween special episode!


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  • Practitioner (n): A person who regularly engages in a profession, skill, or belief system.
  • Voodoo (n): A syncretic religion with African, indigenous Caribbean, and Catholic influences, often involving rituals, spirits, and magic.
  • Reanimated (adj): Brought back to life or animated again after death or inactivity.
  • Undead (n): Deceased, but still existing or animated in a supernatural or fictional way.
  • Flesh-eating (adj): Relating to creatures or monsters that consume the flesh of living beings.
  • Enslaved (adj): Forced to become a slave, often involving being owned and controlled by others.
  • Plantation (n): A large estate or property where crops like sugar, cotton, or tobacco are cultivated, typically using slave labour.
  • Under the control (phrase): Subject to the influence of someone or something else.
Oct 30, 202323:22
267. How to Spot Fake News and Misinformation in English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

267. How to Spot Fake News and Misinformation in English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Vocabulary List

  • Source (n): A person, place, or thing that provides information, news, or data.
  • Bias (n): Prejudice in favour of or against one thing, person, or group.
  • Reputable (adj): Having a good reputation due to trustworthiness, reliability, and high standards.
  • Misleading (adj): Giving a wrong or inaccurate impression by not providing all the necessary information.
  • Sensationalize (v): To present information in an exaggerated, dramatic, or emotionally charged way.
  • Satirical (adj): Using humour, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, institutions, or issues.
  • Headline (n): The title of a news article.
  • Fact-Checking (n): The process of verifying the accuracy and truthfulness of something.
Oct 23, 202328:11
266. Are You Too Old to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

266. Are You Too Old to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Native speakers: People who have spoken a particular language from birth or childhood and are considered fluent and natural in that language.
  • Fluency: The ability to speak or write a language smoothly, accurately, and with ease.
  • Intricacies: The complex and detailed parts or aspects of something.
  • Neural plasticity: The brain's ability to adapt and reorganize its structure and function.
  • Language immersion: The complete involvement in a language and culture for the purpose of learning.
  • Multilingual: The ability to speak and understand multiple languages.
  • Cognitive decline: The gradual loss of cognitive abilities, often associated with aging.
Oct 16, 202320:05
265. What is Overtourism? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

265. What is Overtourism? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Overtourism (noun): The situation when a tourist destination experiences an excessive and unsustainable number of visitors.
  • Infrastructure (noun): The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society, such as transportation systems and utilities.
  • Off-peak (adjective): Not at the busiest or most popular time.
  • Promotion (noun): The action of encouraging or supporting the growth or popularity of something.
  • Tourist trap (noun): A place that attracts tourists and charges high prices or offers low-quality goods or services.
  • Respectful (adjective): Showing respect or polite behaviour towards others.
  • Friction (noun): Conflict or tension between individuals or groups.
Oct 09, 202327:41
264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The UK has announced a ban on the American Bully XL dog breed after a spate of violent attacks. What is an American Bully XL? Why are they being banned? What is a dangerous dog? And is banning dangerous dogs the best approach to dealing with this problem? Let’s discuss all this today!



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Vocabulary

  • Ban (noun) - A formal prohibition or restriction.
  • Breed (noun) - A group of animals or plants with common characteristics, often created through selective breeding.
  • Cull (verb) - To selectively remove or eliminate animals from a population.
  • Temperament (noun) - A person or animal's natural disposition or character.
  • Imposing (adjective) - Having an impressive or commanding presence.
  • Amnesty (noun) - An official pardon or forgiveness that allows individuals or groups to be exempt from penalties or legal consequences for past actions or offenses.
  • Characteristics (noun) - Distinctive qualities, traits, or features that define or distinguish something or someone from others.
  • Socialization (noun) - The process of learning and adapting to social norms and interactions.
Oct 02, 202321:32
263. The Foreign Language Effect: How Thinking in English Can Improve Your Decision Making and Memories! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

263. The Foreign Language Effect: How Thinking in English Can Improve Your Decision Making and Memories! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Did you know that using, speaking in, and thinking in foreign and second languages can have real and significant affects on your thought processes and decision-making?


In other words, thinking in English can make you more objective, better at making financial decisions, and help you remember things in detail.


This is the Foreign Language Effect: let’s take the rest of this episode to discuss it in detail!

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  • Egotistical (adj): self-centred or selfish; believing oneself to be superior to others.
  • Rational (adj): Based on reason or logic rather than emotions.
  • Thought process (n): The series of mental steps or cognitive activities that occur when one is thinking or reasoning.
  • Perceptions (n): The way in which something is understood or interpreted by the mind.
  • Moral (adj): A principle or belief concerning what is right or wrong; ethical.
  • Bias (n): a tendency to see things from one perspective.
  • Risk (n): The possibility of loss, harm, or danger
  • False memory (n phrase): An inaccurate recollection of an event or experience that did not actually occur.
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262. Why is France Banning Islamic Clothes in Schools? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

262. Why is France Banning Islamic Clothes in Schools? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Multiculturalism (n): The coexistence of diverse cultural, ethnic, and religious groups within a society.
  • Secularism (n): The principle of separating religion from government and public institutions.
  • Secular (adj): Related to things that are not religious or spiritual in nature, or not affiliated with any particular religion.
  • To prohibit (v): To formally forbid or disallow something by law, rule, or authority.
  • Policy (n): A set of principles, guidelines, or rules that dictate how decisions are made and actions are taken within an organization or government.
  • Neutrality (n): The state of being impartial or not taking sides in a conflict, dispute, or issue.
  • Conspicuous (adj): Easily noticeable or standing out due to being prominent, obvious, or striking.
  • Citizenship (n): The status of being a member of a particular country and enjoying the rights and responsibilities that come with it.
Sep 17, 202321:20
261. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (English Vocabulary Lesson)

261. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were monumental structures, engineering marvels, and fantastic creations that were famous throughout Ancient Greece and its neighbouring societies! Today, let’s take a look at the seven wonders, their history, and their fate!




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  • Wonder (n): an extraordinary and awe-inspiring creation or phenomenon
  • Structure (n): a building or construction, typically with a purpose or function, such as a monument, temple, or pyramid.
  • Subject of debate (phrase): something that is a matter of discussion, disagreement, or uncertainty among scholars, historians, or experts.
  • Intricate (adj): highly detailed, complex, and finely crafted, often involving many small and precise elements or patterns.
  • Marvel (n): an object, creation, or phenomenon that inspires a sense of wonder and admiration due to its exceptional qualities, beauty, or significance.
  • To adorn (v): to decorate or embellish something, often with ornaments, details, or decorative elements to enhance its appearance.
  • To commission (v): to officially request or hire someone to create a particular work or project, often for a specific purpose or commemoration.
  • Monumental (adj): of exceptional size, significance, or importance; it is used to emphasize the grandeur and importance of certain ancient structures and creations.
Sep 11, 202327:43
260. How to argue (and win arguments) in English?

260. How to argue (and win arguments) in English?

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  • To persuade (v): To convince someone to accept your viewpoint or take a particular action.
  • To convince (v): To make someone believe or agree with a certain idea or argument.
  • Counterargument (n): Opposing viewpoints or arguments that challenge the main argument.
  • Credibility (adj): The trustworthiness and believability of a source or speaker.
  • Antithesis (n): Presenting contrasting ideas to highlight the strengths of your argument.
  • Active listening (n): Paying close attention to what others are saying.
  • To resonate (v): Elicits a positive response or connection with the audience.

Sep 04, 202328:26
259. What is BRICS? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

259. What is BRICS? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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BRICS is expanding. The group now contains 11 large and powerful economies – Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
However,… what exactly is BRICS? What is its purpose? And why is it expanding? Let’s discuss these questions today!




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  • Emerging Economies (phrase) - Developing nations experiencing rapid growth and industrialization.
  • Institution (n) - An established organization or system, typically with specific goals, rules, and functions.
  • Multilateral Organization (n) - An international institution involving multiple countries that collaborate and make decisions collectively.
  • Expansion (n) - The act of becoming larger, more extensive, or broader in scope.
  • Convention (n) - A formal meeting where individuals or groups gather to discuss and address specific issues or topics.
  • Global Order (n) - The system or arrangement of power, governance, and international relations among nations on a global scale.
  • Sanction (n) - Official measures or penalties imposed as a means of pressure or punishment for specific actions or policies.
  • Alliance (n) - A formal agreement or partnership between two or more parties, often nations, for mutual support or cooperation
Aug 28, 202322:45
258. What is Racketeering? And Why Has Donald Trump Been Accused of it? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

258. What is Racketeering? And Why Has Donald Trump Been Accused of it? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Donald Trump is being charged with racketeering in the US state of Georgia. What is racketeering? How serious are the charges? And why has Trump been accused of this crime? Let’s discuss these important questions in today’s episode of Thinking in English!



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  • Charges (plural n) - Formal accusations of wrongdoing, often leading to legal action.
  • Legal case (n) - A matter that involves legal proceedings, typically in a court of law.
  • Influence (v) - The power to affect or change something, often related to manipulation.
  • Insurrection (n) - A violent uprising against authority or government.
  • Criminal organisation (n) - A group engaged in unlawful activities, typically with a structured hierarchy.
  • Racket (n) - A systematic scheme that carries out various criminal actions.
  • Prosecutors (n) - Legal officials responsible for bringing criminal charges against individuals.
  • Election interference (n) - Efforts to manipulate or influence election outcomes
Aug 21, 202321:01
257. Which Country is the Best at Learning English? And What Can We Learn from Them? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

257. Which Country is the Best at Learning English? And What Can We Learn from Them? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Proficient (adj) - skilled and experienced.
  • Rankings (plural n) - A list of items or individuals arranged in order of importance, achievement, or performance.
  • Index(n) - A systematic arrangement or listing of information, often in a sequential or alphabetical order.
  • To dub (v) - To replace the original audio in a film or television program with a different language.
  • To immerse(v) - To become deeply involved or engaged in a particular activity or environment.
  • To be exposed (v) - To be subjected to or have experience in a particular situation or environment.
  • Multinational companies (n) - Corporations that operate in multiple countries and have business interests across national borders.
  • Lingua franca (n) - A common language used for communication among speakers of different native languages.
Aug 13, 202328:18
256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The Orkney Islands, a group of British Islands north of Scotland, are considering the possibility of leaving the UK, shocking the country. Let’s take a deeper look into Orkney’s unique history and some possibilities for its future!



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  • Archipelago (n) - A group of small islands
  • Heritage (n) - The cultural, historical, or natural traditions passed down through generations.
  • Dowry (n) - in some societies, an amount of money or property that a woman's parents give to the man she marries.
  • To ignore (v) - to intentionally not listen or give attention to.
  • Let down (phrasal v) - To feel disappointed or betrayed by someone or something.
  • Autonomous (adj) - an autonomous organization, country, or region is independent and has the freedom to govern itself.
  • Self-governing (adj) - A country or an area that is self-governing is controlled by the people living there.
  • Tax havens (n) - Countries or territories with favourable tax regulations.
Aug 07, 202324:26
255. The History of Women’s Football!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

255. The History of Women’s Football!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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With the Women’s World Cup taking place right now in Australia and New Zealand, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the history of women’s football. From its early history to a time when women’s football was more popular the men’s sport, to being banned across the world… it is a fascinating story!


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  • Association football (n) - Also known as soccer, the most widely played form of football with specific rules established by the Football Association (FA).
  • Spectator (n) - People who watch a sports event or performance.
  • Prejudice (n) - Preconceived opinions or attitudes towards a certain group or individual.
  • Newspaper coverage (n) - Reporting or news articles published in newspapers.
  • To found (n) – to bring something into existence.
  • Professional (adj) - used to describe someone who does a job that people usually do as a hobby.
  • Unsuitable (adj) - Not appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation.
  • To overshadow (v) - to make something seem less important.
Jul 31, 202327:10
254. More Science Based Tips for English Learners!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

254. More Science Based Tips for English Learners!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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I’ve spent the past few weeks reading academic papers about sleep, immediate feedback, goal setting, perfectionism, and more. Today, let me share my findings with you and discuss how science can help you learn English!


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  • Sleep deprivation (n) - the condition of not having had enough sleep or of being prevented from having enough sleep, especially for several days or more.
  • Impaired (adj) - damaged in a way that makes something less effective.
  • Attention Span (n) - the length of time that someone can keep their thoughts and interest fixed on something.
  • To consolidate (v) - to become, or cause something to become, stronger, and more certain.
  • Perfectionism (n) - The tendency to strive for flawless performance, hindering language learners' progress.
  • To internalise (v) - to accept or absorb an idea, opinion, belief, etc. so that it becomes part of your character.
  • Near miss (n) - an attempt to do or achieve something that fails although it almost succeeds.
  • Unrealistic (adj) - having a wrong idea of what is likely to happen or of what you can really do; not based on facts.
Jul 26, 202327:03
253. US Soldier Defects to North Korea?: What is a Defection and Why Do People Defect? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

253. US Soldier Defects to North Korea?: What is a Defection and Why Do People Defect? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Defector (n) - A person who leaves their own country to live in another.
  • Demilitarised Zone (n) - A “demilitarised zone” is an area, agreed on by countries fighting, which cannot be occupied or used for military purposes by any country.
  • Propaganda (n) - information, ideas, opinions, or images, often only giving one part of an argument, that are broadcast or published with the intention of influencing people's opinions.
  • Espionage (n) - The practice of spying or obtaining secret information.
  • Disillusioned (adj) - disappointed and unhappy because of discovering the truth about something or someone that you liked or respected.
  • Ideological (adj) - based on or relating to a particular set of ideas or beliefs.
  • Traitor (n) - a person who is not loyal or stops being loyal to their own country, social class, beliefs, etc.
  • Intelligence (n) - secret information about the governments of other countries, especially enemy governments, or a group of people who collect and deal with this information.
Jul 24, 202323:06
252. Science and English Learning: Research Backed Tips and Tricks to Help You Study! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

252. Science and English Learning: Research Backed Tips and Tricks to Help You Study! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • To distribute (v) - to spread out tasks, resources, or information over intervals of time, space, or people.
  • Optimal (adj) - the most favourable or best possible.
  • Retention (n) - the ability to retain or remember information.
  • Recall (n) - the ability to remember things.
  • Input (n) - information or data that is fed into a system or the brain.
  • Memorisation (n) - the act or process of learning something so that you will remember it exactly:
  • Literacy (n) - the ability to read and write.
  • Immediate feedback (n) - prompt information given in response to an action or performance.
Jul 19, 202328:02
251. Why Has Vietnam Banned the Barbie Movie? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

251. Why Has Vietnam Banned the Barbie Movie? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The new Barbie movie has been banned in Vietnam. Let’s discuss why it has been banned, how the movie is related to one of the most sensitive geopolitical issues in Asia, and what it tells us about Hollywood’s relationship with China!




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  • Blockbuster (n) – a book or film that is very successful.
  • Offensive (adj) – causing someone to be upset or to have hurt feelings.
  • Dispute (n) - an argument or disagreement, especially an official one between two countries with a common border.
  • Sovereignty (n) - the power of a country to control its own government.
  • Claim (n) - A claim is a statement saying that you have a right to something.
  • Demarcation (n) - a border or a rule that shows the limits of something or how things are divided.
  • Infringement (n) - an action that breaks a rule, law, etc.
  • Sensitive (adj) - A sensitive subject, situation, etc. needs to be dealt with carefully in order to avoid upsetting people.
Jul 17, 202321:02
250. What is a Polyglot? And What Can We Learn from Polyglots? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

250. What is a Polyglot? And What Can We Learn from Polyglots? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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While I’m struggling to learn Japanese, and all of you guys are trying your best to learn English, there are some people out there who can speak multiple different languages to a high level of proficiency. Today I want to look at these people, discuss how they can learn languages effectively, and discuss what we can learn form multilingual polyglots!



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  • Polyglot (n) - someone who can speak or use several different languages.
  • Multilingual (adj) - (of people or groups) able to use more than two languages for communication.
  • Repertoire (n) - the entire range of skills or aptitudes or devices used in a particular field or occupation.
  • Cognitive (adj) - connected with thinking or conscious mental processes.
  • Maintenance (n) - the process of keeping or continuing something or the work needed to keep something in good condition.
  • Aptitude (n) - a natural ability or skill.
  • Embrace (v) - to accept something enthusiastically.
  • To juggle (v) - to try to do two or more jobs or activities at the same time, because you do not have a lot of time.
Jul 12, 202323:27
249. Musk Vs Zuckerberg?: The Battle of the Tech Billionaires! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

249. Musk Vs Zuckerberg?: The Battle of the Tech Billionaires! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, two of the wealthiest and most influential men on the planet, are currently arguing. The reason? A new app called “Threads”! Let’s discuss this news today!



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  • Founder (n) - someone who establishes an organization.
  • Rival (n) - a person, group, etc. competing with others for the same thing or in the same area.
  • Social media (n) - websites and computer programs that allow people to communicate and share information on the internet using a computer or mobile phone.
  • Platform (n) - a method of communication or entertainment, for example television, radio, or the internet.
  • To acquire (v) - to get or obtain something.
  • To rebrand (v) - to change the way that an organization, company, or product is seen by the public.
  • To take advantage of something (idiom) - to use an opportunity to achieve results, sometimes in an unfair way.
  • Backlash (n) - a strong feeling among a group of people in reaction to a change or recent events in society or politics.
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248. How Long Does It Take to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

248. How Long Does It Take to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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  • Intensive (adj) - Involving or requiring great effort, focus, or concentration.
  • Proficiency (n) - Competence or skill in a particular field or area.
  • Language acquisition (n) - The process of learning and gaining fluency in a language.
  • Frameworks (n) - Structures or systems that provide a basis for understanding or organizing something.
  • Guidelines (n) - Recommendations or instructions that provide direction or advice.
  • Immersion (n) - Deep involvement or engagement in a particular activity or environment.
  • Aptitude (n) - Natural ability or talent for a specific skill or subject.
Jul 05, 202326:37
247. What is Affirmative Action? And Why Did the Supreme Court End It? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

247. What is Affirmative Action? And Why Did the Supreme Court End It? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Last week, the US Supreme Court decided to end affirmative action – a policy that has helped millions of people from underrepresented communities enter top universities and get better jobs. Let’s discuss what affirmative action is, why the supreme court ruled it unconstitutional, and what could happen next!



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  • Race (n) - the idea that people can be divided into different groups based on physical characteristics that they are perceived to share such as skin colour, eye shape, etc.
  • Diversity (n) - the fact of many different types of things or people being included in something, a range of different things or people.
  • Discrimination (n) - treating a person or particular group of people differently, especially in a worse way from the way in which you treat other people, because of their race, gender, sexuality, etc.
  • To marginalise (v) - to treat someone or something as if they are not important.
  • Underrepresented (adj) - If a type of person or thing is underrepresented in a group or organization, there are not enough of them in it.
  • Preferential (adj) - used to say that something that someone is given is better than what other people receive.
  • Representation (n) - the fact of including different types of people, for example in films, politics, or sport, so that all different groups are represented.
  • A level playing field (idiom) - a situation in which everyone has the same chance of succeeding.


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246. The History of Curry: From India to Britain and the World! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

246. The History of Curry: From India to Britain and the World! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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From the UK, to Japan, to the Caribbean, to the Pacific Islands, “curry” is one of the most popular and loved dishes around the world. For many people, it is synonymous with Indian food… but did you know that in India the term curry isn’t used in the same way. Today, let’s discuss what “curry” is, how it was invented, and how it has spread around the world!



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  • Spice (n) - a substance made from a plant, used to give a special flavour to food.
  • Aromatic (adj) - strong, pleasant smelling, usually from food or drink.
  • Melting pot (n) - a place where many different people and ideas exist together, often mixing and producing something new.
  • Culinary (adj) – connected with cooking or kitchens.
  • Homogeneous (adj) - consisting of parts or people that are similar to each other or are of the same type.
  • Adequately (adv) - in a way that is enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose.
  • Flavour profile (phrase) - the specific combination and characteristics of flavours present in a particular dish or food.
  • Subcontinent (n) - a large area of land that is part of a continent, often referring to South Asia.
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245. What is Happening in Russia?: Mutiny and the Wagner Group! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

245. What is Happening in Russia?: Mutiny and the Wagner Group! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Over the weekend, the leader of the Wagner Group of mercenaries started a mutiny in Russia. What happened? What is the Wagner Group? Who is Yevgeny Prigozhin? Why was there and conflict? And what does this mean for Vladimir Putin, the Ukraine war, and the future of the Wagner Group? Let’s discuss this all today!



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  • Mercenary (n) - a soldier who fights for any country or group that pays them.
  • Mutiny (n) - an occasion when a group of people, especially soldiers or sailors, refuses to obey orders and/or attempts to take control from people in authority.
  • Insurrection (n) - an organized attempt by a group of people to defeat their government and take control of their country, usually by violence.
  • Occupied (adj) - An occupied place is being controlled by an army or group of people that has moved into it.
  • To reclaim (v) - to take back something that was yours.
  • Plausible deniability (phrase) - the ability of someone to deny any knowledge or involvement in a particular action or event, especially in a way that seems believable or credible.
  • Incompetence (n) - lack of ability to do something successfully or as it should be done.
  • To operate (v) - to do business in or from a particular place.
Jun 26, 202321:21
244. Why is Hawaii part of the United States? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

244. Why is Hawaii part of the United States? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The United States has 50 states, and today I want to discuss why (and how) Hawaii became the most recent to join the union. An island chain in the Pacific, far from the contiguous United States, the story of how Hawaii became “American” is fascinating and controversial!




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  • State (n) - a part of a large country with its own government, such as in Germany, Australia, or the US.
  • Contiguous (adj) - next to or touching another, usually similar, thing.
  • Expansion (n) - the action of becoming larger or more extensive.
  • Acquisition (n) - something that someone buys or gets, often to add to a collection of things.
  • Plantation (n) - a large farm, especially in a hot part of the world, on which a particular type of crop is grown.
  • To annex (v) - to take possession of an area of land or a country, usually by force or without permission.
  • Restoration (n) - the act or process of returning something to its earlier good condition or position, or to its owner.
  • Territory (n) - (especially in Australia, Canada, and the United States) a large area that has some local government but fewer rights than a province or a state.
Jun 21, 202325:00
243. Animals That May (or May Not) Exist: What is a Cryptid? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

243. Animals That May (or May Not) Exist: What is a Cryptid? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Have we discovered every single animal on our planet? What about the legends and myths of strange creatures in locations around the world? Today I want to talk about the unusual world of “cryptids.” I’ll discuss some animals that were once considered to be myths or impossible, but were eventually proven to be real, and suggest a few animals that may exist today!



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  • Creature (n) - used to refer to a life form that is unusual or imaginary.
  • Mythical (adj) - existing only in stories.
  • Outlandish (adj) - strange and unusual and difficult to accept or like.
  • Legend (n) - a very old story or set of stories from ancient times, or the stories, not always true, that people tell about a famous event or person.
  • Extinct (adj) – not now existing.
  • Shed light on something (idiom) - Something or someone that sheds light on a situation provides an explanation for it or information that makes it easier to understand.
  • Elusive (adj) - difficult to describe, find, achieve, or remember.
  • Conclusive (adj) - proving that something is true or ending any doubt.
Jun 19, 202321:06
242. The History of Sushi: Japan’s Most Famous Cuisine! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

242. The History of Sushi: Japan’s Most Famous Cuisine! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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If you think about Japanese food, probably the first dish that comes to mind is sushi. But would it surprise you to know that sushi today is vastly different from just a few hundred years ago? Today, let’s talk about how a fermented fish dish from China evolved into the national food of Japan!




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  • Cuisine (n) - a style of cooking
  • Raw (adj) - (of food) not cooked.
  • Refrigerate (v) - to make or keep something, especially food or drink, cold so that it stays fresh, usually in a fridge.
  • Preserve (v) - to treat food in a particular way so that it can be kept for a long time without going bad.
  • Ferment (v) - If food or drink ferments or if you ferment it, it goes through a chemical change because of the action of yeast or bacteria, which may cause it to produce bubbles or heat, or turn sugars in it into alcohol.
  • Predecessor (n) - something that comes before another thing in time or in a series.
  • Parasite (n) - an animal or plant that lives on or in another animal or plant of a different type and feeds from it.
  • Authentic (adj) - If something is authentic, it is real, true, or what people say it is.
Jun 14, 202324:10
241. What is Environmental Terrorism?: The Collapse of Ukraine’s Largest Dam! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

241. What is Environmental Terrorism?: The Collapse of Ukraine’s Largest Dam! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The largest dam in Ukraine collapsed, and it is likely the disaster was due to a deliberate attack. If it was deliberate, it would one of the most severe acts of environmental terrorism in history. Let’s discuss the collapse, talk about environmental terrorism, and discuss the risks and history of destroying the environment in war and conflicts!



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  • Dam (n) - a wall built across a river that stops the river's flow and collects the water, especially to make a reservoir (= an artificial lake) that provides water for an area.
  • Collapse (v) - to fall down suddenly because of pressure or having no strength or support.
  • Counter-offensive (n) - a set of attacks that defend against enemy attacks.
  • Blow (something) up (phrasal v) - to destroy something or kill someone with a bomb, or to be destroyed or killed by a bomb.
  • Contaminate (v) - to make something less pure or make it poisonous.
  • Ecological (adj) - relating to ecology (= the relationship between living things and their environment) or the environment.
  • Destructive (adj) - causing great and irreparable damage.
  • Flooding (n) - the condition of becoming filled or covered with a large amount of water.
Jun 12, 202322:13
240. Who Discovered the Americas? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

240. Who Discovered the Americas? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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Who discovered the Americas? Let’s discuss the history of exploration and migration in the Americas, from the arrival of the first settlers, to the voyages of the Vikings and Polynesians, to the landing of the Europeans!



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  • Continent (n) - one of the seven large land masses on the earth's surface, surrounded, or mainly surrounded, by sea and usually consisting of various countries.
  • Voyage (n) - a long journey, especially by ship.
  • To explore (also exploration/explorer) (v) - to search a place and discover things about it.
  • To navigate (navigation/navigator) (v) - to direct the way that a ship, aircraft, etc. will travel, or to find a direction across, along, or over an area of water or land.
  • Subsequent (adj) - happening after something else.
  • Seafaring (adj) - connected with travelling by sea.
  • Norse (adj) - belonging or relating to the people who lived in Scandinavia in the past, especially the Vikings.
  • To settle (settlement/settler) (v) - to arrive, especially from another country, in a new place and start to live there and use the land.
Jun 07, 202323:52
239. France Bans Short-Haul Flights: How Bad is Flying for the Environment? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

239. France Bans Short-Haul Flights: How Bad is Flying for the Environment? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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France has recently banned some short-haul flights in order to reduce the country’s carbon emissions. How bad is flying for the environment? Is France’s ban effective? And should we go further in order to protect the planet?



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  • To ban (v) - to forbid (= refuse to allow) something, especially officially
  • Sustainable (adj) - causing, or made in a way that causes, little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time.
  • Aviation (n) - the activity of flying aircraft, or of designing, producing, and keeping them in good condition.
  • Contrail (n) - a white line left in the sky by an aircraft that consists of water vapour (= gas) that has condensed (= turned back into very small drops of water).
  • Domestic (adj) - relating to a person's own country.
  • Objection (n) - the act of expressing or feeling opposition to or dislike of something or someone.
  • Viable (adj) - able to work as intended or able to succeed.
  • To offset (v) - to pay for things that will reduce carbon dioxide in order to reduce the damage caused by carbon dioxide that you produce.


Jun 05, 202323:08