English Learning for Curious Minds
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English Learning for Curious Minds
Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English? English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners. Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English. Every episode comes with an interactive tran...
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#572 | Caligula | Psychopath, Sadist, Emperor
In part one of our three-part series on "Tyrants of the Roman Empire," we'll meet Caligula, the notorious Roman emperor known for his cruelty...
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[Bonus] Stoicism, Existentialism, and More: Philosophy for English Learners!
Today it's a bonus episode from Thinking in English, with Tom Wilkinson.
You can find out more about Thinking in English at https://link...
#570 | DOGE | Elon Musk's Quest to Shrink the US Government
The Department of Governmental Efficiency, otherwise known as DOGE, was a radical plan to cut government waste and reduce spending.
Whe...
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[From The Vault 🔐] Teflon’s Toxic Secret | The Hidden Cost of a Non-Stick Pan
From The Vault 🔐 — normally a member-only episode, unlocked this month for everyone.
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It's a gripping battle of David vs. Goliat...
#567 | Ross Ulbricht & The Silk Road | Drugs, Bitcoin & Digital Outlaws
Was Ross Ulbricht a visionary pioneer or a dangerous criminal?
In part one of our series on "Young American Outlaws", we explore the ri...
#565 | How I Make Podcast Episodes
Ever wondered how the (podcast) sausage is made?
In this slightly "meta" episode, I reveal the step-by-step process to make an episode o...
#563 | The Curious Origins of The Nobel Prize
Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite, was shocked to read his own obituary branding him the "merchant of death."
While the story migh...
#560 | What Makes An Italian?
In part one of a three-part mini-series on the theme of citizenship and identity, we'll ask ourselves, "What makes someone Italian?"
We'...
#558 | General Hannibal | Rome’s Greatest Enemy
Hannibal of Carthage, one of history's greatest military strategists, almost brought the Roman Republic to its knees.
As a boy, he swor...
#555 | Mobutu Sese Seko | The King of the Kleptocrats
Meet Mobutu Sese Seko, the man who rose from a lowly army officer to become the autocratic ruler of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
#553 | A Short History Of The Minimum Wage
In this episode, we'll explore the complex world of minimum wage laws, from their surprising origins in Australia and New Zealand to modern de...
#550 | The Egyptian Revolution
In 2011, Egypt erupted in protest, toppling a 30-year regime.
What began as a grassroots movement against an autocratic leader turned in...
#548 | The Salem Witch Trials
In this episode, we'll explore the eerie events of the Salem Witch Trials, a chilling tale of suspicion, fear, and injustice in 17th-century M...
#545 | The Life of Lawrence of Arabia
In part one of this three-part mini-series, we'll explore the captivating life of T.E. Lawrence, the British archaeologist and army officer kn...
#543 | From Temples to Duty-Free | The Ancient History of Modern Perfume
In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of perfume, tracing its journey from Ancient Mesopotamia to its artistic development in...
#540 | Mustafa Kemal Atatürk | The Father of Modern Turkey
In this episode, we'll explore the life of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey.
Discover how he turned a fragmented res...
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[Bonus] The 2008 Financial Crisis and Housing Bubble – Past Perfect Continuous (English Grammar Lesson)
In this episode of Thinking in English, host Tom Wilkinson explores the past perfect continuous tense, using the 2008 financial crisis as a case study...
#538 | Percy Fawcett | The Real Life Indiana Jones
In this episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Percy Fawcett, a daring British explorer who vanished in the Amazon rainforest while se...
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The Freezer Door [Easy Stories In English]
A woman has a loving husband and children, and she's great at her job. So why is she sad? One day, she opens the freezer door and sees the way into an...
#536 | A Brief History of Mercenaries
In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of mercenaries, taking you from the era of Italian condottieri to the modern day with g...
#533 | The Science of Leap Years
Leap years help keep our calendars in sync with Earth's orbit, but have you ever wondered why we need them?
In this episode, we explore...
#530 | Vladimir Putin: Russia’s Modern Tsar
In this episode, we will explore Vladimir Putin's unlikely journey from a rat-catching streetfighter to the modern-day tsar of Russia.
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#528 | The Stanford Prison Experiment
In this episode, we'll learn about the notorious Stanford Prison Experiment, known for revealing human behaviour's dark side in simulated pris...
#526 | Space Mining | The Future or Science Fiction?
Space mining sounds like something out of science fiction, but could it soon become reality?
In this episode, we'll explore how the idea...
#523 | The Mysterious World of Secret Societies
In this episode, we'll enter the shadowy realm of secret societies.
We'll uncover the mysterious history, influence, and rituals of thre...
#521 | “A Heartbeat Away” | The Role Of The US Vice President
In this episode, we will explore the evolving role of the Vice President of the United States.
We will examine the unique pathway this...
#518 | Atoms For Peace | The Early Years of Nuclear Power
In part one of our mini-series on nuclear energy, we'll explore the origins of nuclear power as it emerged alongside nuclear weapons.
L...
#516 | Journey to the Deep: A Short History of Underwater Exploration
From ancient diving bells to the groundbreaking descent of the Mariana Trench, in this episode, we'll uncover tales of bravery, innovation, an...
#513 | The UK University Crisis
The UK is home to some of the best universities in the world, but there is a growing crisis happening at British universities
In this ep...
#511 | The Death Of Princess Diana
In August 1997, a tragic car crash in Paris claimed the life of Princess Diana, a beloved figure known for her compassion and humanitarian wor...
#508 | A Short History of Crime and Punishment in Britain
In part one of a three-part mini-series, we'll explore the fascinating history of crime and punishment in Britain, from medieval justice to th...
#506 | Citizens of Nowhere: The Stateless Bidoon of Kuwait
What happens when your country refuses to grant you citizenship?
This is the reality for the Bidoon, a group of nomadic people in Kuwait...
#504 | Liquid Gold | The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Robbery
Discover the incredible story of The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Robbery, where cunning criminals stole $18 million worth of maple syrup.
#501 | George Best: The Wild Life of Football's Lost Star
George Best is seen as one of the most naturally talented footballers ever, but off the pitch, he battled demons.
From his glittering ca...
#500 | This is Episode #500
In this milestone episode, we will deviate from the usual style of weird and wonderful stories.
Instead, I'll take you be...
#498 | Ozempic - The Weight Loss Miracle Drug?
Some call it a miracle drug, others warn of its potentially damaging long-term effects on people and society.
In this episode, we'll lo...
#496 | Labour Won The Election. Now What?
The UK has a new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, and Labour is back in power.
We discuss what this means for Britain, including Starmer's...
#494 | The Haitian Revolution
The Haitian Revolution is a story of extreme violence, hope, and human rights.
Learn how slaves in Saint-Domingue fought against brutal...
#492 | Cool Britannia | 1990s Britain
In this episode, we'll travel back to the 1990s and uncover the story of "Cool Britannia," a time when Britain experienced a cultural renaissa...
#490 | JK Rowling & Transgenderism
JK Rowling, famous for Harry Potter, is now at the centre of a controversial debate on transgender rights.
We'll explore her views, why...