What is a Banana Republic? (Bonus Episode)
What is a banana republic? I’m curious how many of you have heard this phrase before. If you just take…
What Is the Tragedy of the Commons? (Bonus Episode)
Today, I want to talk about an idea you might have heard before: the tragedy of the commons. This is…
374. Is There an AI Bubble? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. We use it to write emails, generate images, recommend videos, and even help study…
Is it Possible to Be an Ethical Billionaire? (Bonus Episode)
Imagine you start saving $10,000 every single day. You don’t take a day off. You save through weekends and holidays.…
Can Companies Become Too Big? (Bonus Episode)
Last year, Netflix announced a massive $72 billion deal to buy Warner Bros Discovery, the company behind Harry Potter, Game…
348. What is Universal Basic Income? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Today we are going to look at an interesting and often controversial idea: Universal Basic Income, or UBI for short.…
Games Consoles: How Much Is Too Much? (Bonus Episode)
Why does gaming feel more expensive than ever? And is it really worth it? With the new Nintendo Switch 2…
Understanding Tariffs: Key Vocabulary for English Learners to Navigate Trade and Economics
In recent times, the global economic landscape has been disrupted by tariffs, trade wars, and trade balances. Donald Trump’s new…
Homes, Renting, and the Housing Crisis! (Conversation Club)
This week the ‘Thinking in English’ Community is talking about homes, renting, and the housing crisis! Finding somewhere to live…