Tag: intermediate
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52. The Missions to Mars: Why are the USA, China and UAE all heading to the red planet? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Missions from China, the UAE, and the USA have all arrived on, or near to, Mars. This is the first time three different countries have sent missions to the planet at the same time. Why? This episode will look at the reasons behind each of the three current missions, investigate why we want to travel […]
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50. The History of Smallpox: How did we eradicate the disease and what can it teach us? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Coronavirus is not the first disease to kill millions of people and impact our lives. Throughout history, smallpox destroyed countless lives and devastated entire communities. It was incredibly infectious and incredibly deadly. However, smallpox is also the only disease to ever be completely eradicated by humans. This episode will look at the history of that […]
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48. Myanmar Military Coup: What is happening and why? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
On February 1st, the military of Myanmar staged a coup and took control of the country. They arrested elected leaders including the famous Aung San Suu Kyi, and there are worries they will damage Myanmar’s democracy! In this episode we’ll look at what happened, why it happened, and what will happen in the future! (If […]
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47. How to Improve Your Written English (According to the Great Writer George Orwell!)
George Orwell is one of the most famous and talented writers of the last hundred years. Fortunately for us, Orwell left a list of rules for writers to follow and questions to consider which will help you to improve your written English. Writing is an essential skill, and something we can always improve! Hopefully you […]
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46. World’s Oldest Cave Paintings Discovered in Indonesia!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Archaeologists recently discovered the world’s oldest cave paintings of animals, in an isolated cave in Indonesia. This has challenged the way scientists think about our history, and provided evidence for people in Asia tens of thousands of years ago! Let’s learn about this topic, while studying English vocabulary! (If you can’t see the podcast player […]
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45. Eight More Business English Idioms!!
In this episode, I am going to introduce eight idioms that are commonly used in business situations. One of the major problems language learners face when working in a native English environment is recognising and comprehending idioms. Even if you are not interested in business, these idioms are used in many different situations and contexts! […]
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44. Is Binge-Watching Bad for You?
Everyone has binge-watched a TV show. Only a few weeks ago, I watched the Netflix show the Queen’s Gambit in only 3 days. However, is binge-watching actually bad for you? In this episode, of thinking in English, we will look at what binge-watching is and then think about the benefits and consequences of doing it! […]
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43. Inauguration Day: All the Essential Vocabulary!!
On the 20th January, Joe Biden will officially replace Donald Trump as the President of the United States of America. This process is very traditional, and therefore uses traditional and specific vocabulary. Today’s episode will introduce some of the events that will take place on the 20th, and highlight some of the essential vocabulary you […]
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42. Which Country has the Most Languages? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
There are thousands of languages in the world. Some are spoken by billions of people, others by less than one hundred! Which country has the most languages? In this episode I’ll answer that question, look at some of the languages spoken in that country, and try to explain why there are so many! (If you […]
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‘Be in over one’s head’ and ‘Get one’s head around’ (Useful Idioms)
Here are some useful idioms including the word ‘head!’ Have you ever been in over your head with something? We use this idiom when we are in a difficult situation or feel overwhelmed! I was in over my head when I started my old job – I had too much responsibility and had to learn […]
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