264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Discover why the UK is banning the American Bully XL breed and explore the debate on banning dangerous dog breeds.…
263. The Foreign Language Effect: How Thinking in English Can Improve Your Decision Making and Memories! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Did you know that using, speaking in, and thinking in foreign and second languages can have real and significant affects…
262. Why is France Banning Islamic Clothes in Schools? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
France has just banned school children from wearing abayas (a type of robe popular with Muslim women). Let’s discuss why…
261. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Discover the fascinating history and enduring mysteries of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, from the Great Pyramid to…
260. How to argue (and win arguments) in English?
Do you know how to argue in English? Listen to this episode to find out how to build your argumentation…
259. What is BRICS? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Discover BRICS, its expansion to 11 nations, and its purpose. Explore the economic, geopolitical impacts, and challenges posed by this…
258. What is Racketeering? And Why Has Donald Trump Been Accused of it? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Donald Trump is being charged with racketeering in the US state of Georgia. What is racketeering? How serious are the…
257. Which Country is the Best at Learning English? And What Can We Learn from Them? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
I have listeners from all around the world – I think people from nearly 200 different countries and territories have…
256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Headlines were made in British newspapers last month when the Orkney islands announced they were going to explore the possibility…