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English Learning for Curious Minds
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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 transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand.
Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English.
Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com
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 transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand.
Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English.
Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--Ever wondered how the (podcast) sausage is made?
In this slightly "meta" episode, I reveal the step-by-step process to make an episode of English Learning for Curious Minds.
Choosing podcast topics: interest, timelessness, and neutrality
Avoiding controversial topics and current affairs
Researching topics through books, articles, and data
Writing full scripts for natural conversation flow
Using a variety of vocabulary for diverse learners
Rewriting scripts after initial recordings
Aiming for 20-minute episodes, 2,500-3,000-word scripts
Incorporating AI tools for brainstorming and editing
Results from our 2025 listener survey
Thank you!
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/how-i-make-podcast-episodes
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite, was shocked to read his own obituary branding him the "merchant of death."
While the story might not be entirely true, it pushed him to reconsider his legacy.
His fortune went on to establish the Nobel Prizes, honouring achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace, ensuring his name is remembered for contributions to humanity.
Overview of the Nobel Prize
Alfred Nobel's mistaken obituary
Nobel's early life and education
Invention of dynamite and its impacts
Nobel's relationship with Bertha von Suttner
Creation of the Nobel Prize in his will
Outcomes and controversies of the Nobel Prize
Notable Nobel laureates
Controversial Nobel Peace Prize awards
Legacy of Alfred Nobel
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/nobel-prize
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--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'll explore the topic of citizenship and identity in Italy, and see what the current laws tell us about what it means to be (or not to be) Italian.
Definitions of jus soli and jus sanguinis
Italy's citizenship rules and marriage eligibility
Referendum on easing Italy's citizenship rules
Italy's low birth rate and demographic challenges
Immigration's influence on Italy's citizenship debates
Opposition arguments against easing citizenship rules
Result of Italy’s citizenship referendum
Comparison with Germany and France's citizenship laws
Discussion on Italian citizenship by ancestry
Debate on the meaning of citizenship in Italy
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/italian-identity
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--Hannibal of Carthage, one of history's greatest military strategists, almost brought the Roman Republic to its knees.
As a boy, he swore eternal enmity against Rome, leading him to cross the Alps with his diverse army and elephants, stunning the Romans.
Despite his victories, he never managed to capture Rome, but his legacy of brilliance and determination remains.
Hannibal's vow to hate Rome forever
Hannibal's upbringing and education in military tactics
The First Punic War and Carthage's defeat
Hannibal's march across the Alps into Italy
Hannibal's diverse and strategic army composition
Key victories at the Trebia, Lake Trasimene, and Cannae
Rome's Fabian Strategy to counter Hannibal
Hannibal's defeat at the Battle of Zama
Hannibal's later life and exile
Hannibal's enduring legacy and impact on military strategy
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/hannibal
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--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.
Wearing his signature leopard-skin hat, Mobutu rebranded the country as Zaire and himself as a symbol of African pride.
Despite his charismatic persona and lavish lifestyle, his regime left the country impoverished, highlighting the dangers of unchecked power and corruption.
Mobutu Sese Seko's rise to power in Congo
Congo's harsh colonial history under Belgian rule
Mobutu's involvement in Patrice Lumumba's downfall
Mobutu's 1965 coup and 32-year rule
Renaming Congo to Zaire and introducing the Authenticité movement
Mobutu's repressive regime and personality cult
Corruption and Mobutu's embezzlement of state funds
Economic decline and dependency on foreign aid
Mobutu's fall from power and death in exile
Mobutu's enduring legacy in modern-day DRC
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/mobutu-sese-seko
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll explore the complex world of minimum wage laws, from their surprising origins in Australia and New Zealand to modern debates around their effectiveness.
Do they protect the lowest-paid workers, or do they do more damage than good?
History of the minimum wage globally
Early minimum wage laws in Australia and New Zealand
Introduction of minimum wage in the UK and the US
Arguments for and against minimum wage
Impact of the minimum wage on businesses
Regional variations in minimum wage
Alternatives to the minimum wage
Minimum wage and wage growth in the UK
Comparison of minimum wage with skilled jobs
Political perspectives on the minimum wage
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/minimum-wage
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In 2011, Egypt erupted in protest, toppling a 30-year regime.What began as a grassroots movement against an autocratic leader turned into a complex struggle for democracy and power.In this episode, we'll travel through the events that led from the hopeful dawn of revolution to the military's return to power, and see how social media and global events played pivotal roles in shaping modern Egypt.Egypt's conditions ripe for revolution in 2011 Hosni Mubarak's rule and use of emergency laws Impact of Tunisian Revolution on Egypt Rise of protests on Egyptian Police Day 2011 Role of social media in Egyptian protests Mubarak's resignation and military's interim government Muslim Brotherhood's rise and Morsi's presidency Morsi's overreach and public dissatisfaction Army's intervention and Sisi's rise to power Repression and return to authoritarian rule under Sisi Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/egyptian-revolution
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--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 Massachusetts. Discover how a village turned against itself, leading to the execution of innocent people amidst accusations of witchcraft, and consider the theories behind what really happened. The harsh winter of 1692 in Massachusetts Puritans' fear of the devil and witchcraft Witch accusations in Salem Village Tituba's confession and impact Spectral evidence in Salem court trials Tragic outcomes of the witch trials Ergot fungus and mass hysteria theories Social tensions and personal vendettas in Salem Aftermath and attempts to right wrongs Exoneration of Elizabeth Johnson Jr. in 2022 Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/salem-witch-trialsEpisode about The History of Witches: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/witches"Weird history" episodes: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcast-tags/weird-history"Horror" episodes: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcast-tags/horrorW
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--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 known as "Lawrence of Arabia." Discover how he fought alongside Arabian tribesmen during World War I in their quest for independence, all while knowing an uncomfortable secret. The early life and interests of T.E. Lawrence Lawrence's work as an archaeologist in the Middle East The Ottoman Empire and World War I context Lawrence's role with Arab forces against Ottomans The strategy of guerrilla warfare and victory at Aqaba Lawrence's experience and trauma in Deraa The broken promises of the Sykes-Picot Agreement Lawrence's return to Britain and later life The lasting impact of Lawrence on the Middle East Varied perceptions of T.E. Lawrence's legacy Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/lawrence-arabia
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of perfume, tracing its journey from Ancient Mesopotamia to its artistic development in France.
We'll learn how scents have evolved from practical uses to luxury items, and discover the intriguing world of “grands nez,” the master perfumers who dedicate their lives to crafting these aromatic masterpieces.
Perfume origins: from Mesopotamia to Middle Eastern innovation
Ancient perfume use: religious rituals and practical odour cover
Egypt: Perfume as a status symbol in hot climates
Cleopatra and the power of scent
Roman perfume indulgence and imported fragrances
French perfume evolution: From leather gloves to luxury
Grasse: The perfume capital of the world
Why perfume is expensive: ingredients and branding
Becoming a "grand nez": the perfumer's journey
Perfume's artistic and historical significance across cultures
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll explore the life of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey.
Discover how he turned a fragmented resistance into a national movement, established a secular republic from imperial ruins, and why he’s still called "The Father of the Turks."
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's famous 36-hour speech, Nutuk
Decline and Fall of the Ottoman Empire
Reasons for the Ottoman Empire's decline
The Ottoman Empire's defeat in World War I
Mustafa Kemal's rise as a military leader
Turkish War of Independence overview
Establishment of the Republic of Turkey
Atatürk's radical reforms and modernisation
Introduction of secularism and language reform
Legacy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/mustafa-kemal-ataturk
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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. The episode covers the grammar rules and structures of the past perfect continuous tense, emphasising its usage to describe actions that started in the past, continued for some time, and were ongoing or just finished before another event. The lesson includes in-depth examples and concludes with a discussion on Michael Burry, who had been predicting the financial collapse for years.LinksWebsite - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/Study Pack - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish/shop/study-packs-past-present-and-future-807289TiE Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/thinkinginenglishFind Out More - https://linktr.ee/thinkinginenglishpod00:00 Introduction01:39 Grammar Lesson04:42 Financial Crisis and Past Perfect Continuous10:56 Final Thought
✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Percy Fawcett, a daring British explorer who vanished in the Amazon rainforest while searching for the mythical city he called "Z."
Often compared to a real-life Indiana Jones, Fawcett's life was filled with adventure, mystery, and a relentless quest to prove the Amazon held secrets beyond our imagination.
Percy Fawcett: Real-life Indiana Jones
Fawcett's early life and aristocratic background
His fascination with exploration and adventure
His expeditions in the Amazon rainforest
Fawcett's quest for the lost city "Z"
Impact of World War I on Fawcett's views
1925 expedition disappearance with son and friend
Various theories on Fawcett's mysterious fate
Legacy and influence of Percy Fawcett's explorations
The possible existence of advanced Amazon civilisations
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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 another world. If she goes, she will lose her husband and children. But could she be happy there?Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Door for the full transcript.Level: Beginner.Genre: Philosophical.Vocabulary: Freeze, Freezer, Cheek, Pick at, Kid, Nightmare, Gooseberry, Cliff, Sober, Weigh something up, Parallel universe.Setting: Modern.Word Count: 1517.Author: Ariel Goodbody.
✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of mercenaries, taking you from the era of Italian condottieri to the modern day with groups like Blackwater and Wagner.
You'll learn how these soldiers for hire have evolved, the reasons nations use or avoid them, and their impact on 21st-century warfare.
What are mercenaries? Definition and historical context.
Origins and role of freelance knights in Medieval Europe.
Renaissance Italy: The rise of the condottieri.
Impact and decline of the condottieri.
Blackwater: A modern private military company.
Private Military Contractors and international law issues.
The Wagner Group and its ties to Russia.
Wagner's global influence and alleged war crimes.
Mercenaries in business and war: Ethical dilemmas.
Future of warfare with mercenary involvement.
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/mercenaries
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--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 the history of leap years, covering early human calendars, Julius Caesar's reforms, and the adjustments introduced by Pope Gregory XIII.
Why do we need leap years?
Earth's orbit and the solar year explained
How the first calendars were created
Egyptian and Roman calendar systems
The Julian calendar's introduction of leap years
Inaccuracies in Caesar's calendar calculations
The Gregorian calendar and its leap-year rule
Challenges in adopting the Gregorian calendar
Alternative calendar systems proposed over time
The impossibility of changing Earth's orbit for an exact year
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/science-leap-years
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we will explore Vladimir Putin's unlikely journey from a rat-catching streetfighter to the modern-day tsar of Russia.
We'll look at his rise to power, some of the accusations about what it took to get there, the key decisions that have defined his 25-year rule, and question how history will remember his legacy.
Vladimir Putin's early life and rise to power
Siege of Leningrad during World War Two
Putin's upbringing in poverty and street life
Putin's early interest in the KGB
Putin's political career and rise in St Petersburg
Connections and corruption allegations in early political life
Putin becomes Russia's Prime Minister in 1999
Controversy surrounding the 1999 apartment bombings
Consolidation of power and suppression of opposition
Putin's use of poison to eliminate opponents
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll learn about the notorious Stanford Prison Experiment, known for revealing human behaviour's dark side in simulated prison conditions.
We'll discuss its purpose, dramatic events, the ethical concerns it raised, and question what it truly tells us about human nature.
Purpose of the Stanford Prison Experiment
Recruitment and setup of the experiment
Guards' roles and behaviour
Prisoners' arrest and treatment
Escalating conflict and rebellion
Psychological impact on participants
Christina Maslach's intervention
Ethical criticisms and flaws
Impact on psychology and debates
Lessons on human behaviour and power dynamics
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--Space mining sounds like something out of science fiction, but could it soon become reality?In this episode, we'll explore how the idea of mining asteroids for valuable minerals might work, the challenges it faces, and whether it truly could be a better alternative to mining on Earth.
Discovery of asteroid 16 Psyche and its immense value
Asteroids as sources of precious metals
Challenges of travelling and mining in space
Difference between asteroids, planets, and the asteroid belt
Decline in space travel costs and impact on mining
Technical hurdles of mining on asteroids
Legal and ethical concerns of asteroid ownership
Potential impact on Earth's economy and environment
Possibility of using space resources in space
Future of asteroid mining and recent NASA missions
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✨ Back To School Sale - Save 25% - https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolSept25Ends 23:59, Sunday 7th September.--In this episode, we'll enter the shadowy realm of secret societies.We'll uncover the mysterious history, influence, and rituals of three infamous groups: Skull and Bones, the Knights Templar, and the Freemasons.From elite university clubs to a medieval order with financial power, we'll learn what makes these societies so compelling.
The concept of secret societies
Description of Skull and Bones at Yale University
Famous members of Skull and Bones
Initiation rituals of Skull and Bones
History and role of the Knights Templar
Downfall of the Knights Templar
Knights Templar in modern times and conspiracy theories
Overview of Freemasonry origins and symbolism
Freemasonry's secrecy and global influence
The allure and mystery of secret societies
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/secret-societies
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