403. What is a Growth Mindset? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Some people see failure as proof that they aren’t good at something. Others see it as an opportunity to improve.…
What is a Luddite? (Bonus Episode)
Recently I have seen quite a few articles online mentioning concepts like Luddism, or the group known as Luddites, and…
402. France is Bigger Than You Think! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Which country shares the longest border with France? I think most people would say Spain. Spain is right next to…
Learning English with Film, TV, and Video Games: What Does the Research Say? (Bonus Episode)
I’m sure for many of you listening, a lot of your language learning happens through traditional methods. You probably study…
401. English Tests: Do They Improve Education? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
English tests are everywhere. Many of you listening to this episode will have spent (or currently are spending) months preparing…
The Cambridge Five: Britain’s Most Famous Spies (Bonus Episode)
During the Cold War, Britain and the Soviet Union were rivals. They were both part of a global struggle for…
400. History of Rio de Janeiro! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Today I want to discuss the history of one of the most famous cities in South America: Rio de Janeiro.…
Can You Be a Parent and a Politician?: Vocabulary in the News (Bonus Episode)
Shoko Kawata is the mayor of Yawata, a city near Kyoto in western Japan. She became one of the country's…
399. What is the Resource Curse? Why Some of the World’s Richest Countries Stay Poor (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Scientists have just discovered enormous deposits of gold, diamonds, copper, or the rare earth minerals that are in smartphones and…