413. What is a Middle Power? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
In September 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for the world’s “middle powers” to haver closer relationship. He gave…
What is “The Establishment”? (Bonus Episode)
You've probably heard people, including myself, use the term "the Establishment" before. I've used "the Establishment" in quite a few…
411. Why Is Trump Renaming Places? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
There is a large lake between New York State in the USA and the Canadian Province of Ontario. Do you…
410. Why Spain Is Banning Evictions? (Vocabulary in the News)
Today, we're trying something a little different. This is a vocabulary-focused episode based on a recent news story, where we'll…
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…
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…
Prime Minister vs President: What’s the Difference? (Bonus Episode)
"The President met the Prime Minister..." "The Prime Minister called an election..." "The President vetoed a new law..." Presidents and…
397. Who Will Be the Next Prime Minister of the UK? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
In 2024, Keir Starmer became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after leading the Labour Party to one of…
Big Changes in the UK Parliament: Vocabulary in the News! (Bonus Episode)
Is every politician in the British Parliament democratically elected? No. The answer to this question is "no". Until recently, some…