English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts Episode on FIFA Corruption - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0yst73JE1n8z0NcRaed43l?si=MK6D634iTq2efltBNY_M5Q What is a “failed state”? Let’s look at some definitions, characterisitcs, and examples of “failed states”, and then discuss whether South Africa could be considered to be failing! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/29/237-what-is-a-failed-state/ My Links 7 DAY FREE TRIAL CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ ⁠Support the Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠ ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Corruption (n) - illegal, bad, or dishonest behaviour, especially by people in positions of power.Authority (n) - the moral or legal right or ability to control.Goods (n) - items that satisfy human wants and provide utility.Fragile (adj) - easily destroyed, ended, or made to fail.Instability (n) - uncertainty caused by the possibility of a sudden change in the present situation.To exacerbate (v) - to make something that is already bad even worse.Blackout (n) - when there is no light or power because of an electricity failure.Incompetent (adj) - not having the ability to do something as it should be done. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  Support the Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Recently I’ve seen a lot of people online talking about the 10,000 Hour Rule. Today, I’m going to look at the rule, the evidence for and against it, and discuss how all of you listening can apply the 10,000-hour rule to learning English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/24/236-what-is-the-10000-hour-rule/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Mastery (n) - Achieving a high level of skill or expertise in a particular field.Deliberate practice (phrase) - Focused and intentional effort to improve specific aspects of a skill.Comfort zone (phrase) - The level of difficulty or familiarity within which a person feels at ease.Second nature (phrase) - Something that has become so natural and instinctive that it feels effortless.To propel (v) - to drive or push forward; cause progress or advancement.Sustained effort (phrase) - Consistent and continuous application of energy or resources.Multifaceted (adj) - Having many different aspects or elements.Knack (n) - A natural skill or talent for doing something.                        --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Listen to Simple English News Daily - https://www.send7.org/ Check out the latest episode of Simple English News Daily - https://open.spotify.com/show/4QctJjCUuHefLzeZWDoXqc?si=d381def2ae9a4cb8 Hollywood’s writers are on strike. Shows have stopped, scripts are going unwritten, and there is no sign of an end. Let’s discuss the reasons behind the strike and the potential consequences on today’s episode! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/22/235-why-is-hollywood-on-strike-hollywood-writers-strike-explained/ My Links ⁠JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ ⁠Support the Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠ ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Strike (n) - a period of time when workers refuse to work because of an argument with an employer about working conditions, pay levels, or job losses.Studio (n) - a building or place where films are made, or a company that makes them.To walk out (phrasal v) - to stop working or leave your job because of a disagreement with your employer.Script (n) - the words of a film, play, broadcast, or speech.Union (n) - an organization that represents the people who work in a particular industry, protects their rights, and discusses their pay and working conditions with employers.Compensation (n) - the combination of money and other benefits (= rewards) that an employee receives for doing their job.Residual (n) - a payment made to an actor, singer, writer, etc. for repeated uses of their work.Season (n) - one of several series of television programmes with the same title and the same characters. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  Support the Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish India is now the most populous country. Today, let’s discuss how this happened, the numbers behind India’s growth, and discuss the challenges and opportunities for the country in the future! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/17/234-how-did-india-become-the-most-populous-country/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Populous (adj) - A populous country, area, or place has a lot of people living in it.Demographic (adj) - relating to demography (= the study of populations and the different groups that make them up)                                   Estimated (adj) - roughly calculated or approximate.Ageing (adj) - relating to getting older and used to describe a person or thing that is getting old.Fertility rate (n) - the average number of children that would be born to a female over their lifetime.Geopolitics (n) - the way a country's size, position, etc. influence its power and its relationships with other countries.Talent pool (n) - the suitable, skilled people who are available to be chosen to do a particular type of job.Workforce (n) - the group of people who work in a company, industry, country, etc. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts Episode on New York's 5 Families from English Learning for Curious Minds - https://open.spotify.com/episode/42kVdvPr5SQsEABwVcjxDd?si=HRtVwbYUQgethG94lkSkHw Do you struggle to speak confidently in English? In this episode, I’ll explore practical tips and strategies to help you build your confidence and improve your speaking skills in English, so you can communicate with ease and confidence! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/15/233-how-to-speak-confidently-in-english/ My Links ⁠JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ ⁠Support the Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠ ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  What is the best method to improve your English reading ability? Let’s try to answer this question by looking at some of the most popular and scientific approaches to improve you comprehension, efficiency, and reading speed! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/10/232-what-is-the-best-method-to-improve-your-english-reading-ability/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Timestamps 00:00 Patreon 00:30 Introduction 01:27 Main Section 29:07 Conclusion --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  Support the Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish From a crown mounted with the embroidered head of a raven, to drinking mildly narcotic beverages, to water collected from rivers at a specific time, there are a lot of unique and sometimes strange coronation ceremonies around the world. Let’s learn about a few today! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/08/unique-coronation-traditions-from-around-the-world/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Symbol (n) - a sign, shape, or object that is used to represent something else.Sacred (adj) - considered to be holy and deserving respect, especially because of a connection with a god.Enthronement (n) - the act of putting a king, queen, etc. through the ceremony of sitting on a throne (= chair used in ceremonies) in order to mark the official beginning of their period in power.Purification (n) - in some religions, the act of removing from a person, usually by a ceremony, the bad effects that they are suffering.To revere (v) - to very much respect and admire someone or something.Deity (n) - a god or goddess.Dignitary (n) - a person who has an important position in a society.To bless (v) - to call or make someone or something holy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Check Out English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts English Learning for Curious Minds Latest Episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0aWd4u5UeB1X3BVDkGwgvB?si=T_JLRk2TRU2ZNrUtNbibFA On May 6th, the coronation of King Charles III will be held in London. Let’s discuss the events, ceremonies, and vocabulary you need to know about Charles’ coronation! ⁠TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/03/what-is-king-charles-coronation/⁠ My Links JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary To crown (v) - to put a crown on someone's head in an official ceremony that makes that person king or queen.Accession (n) - the time when someone starts a position of authority, especially a king or queen,Throne (n) - the special chair used by a king or queen, and the state of being a ruler.To anoint (v) - to make someone king or queen, especially as part of a religious ceremony.Regalia (n) - official and traditional special clothes and decorations, especially those worn or carried in formal ceremonies.Carriage (n) - a vehicle with four wheels that is usually pulled by horses and was used mainly in the past.Congregation (n) - a group of people who have come together in a religious building for worship and prayer.Homage (n) - deep respect and often praise shown for a person or god. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

LINGODA'S Language Sprint - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPodcast_Sprint Use code THINKINGENGLISH20 for $20 off! - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPodcast_Sprint Today I want to discuss the benefits of long-term thinking and planning when it comes to language learning! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/01/thinking-long-term-the-key-to-successful-language-learning/ My Links ⁠JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  What is the most famous political assassination in modern history? Let’s take a look at five infamous assassinations, the leaders who were sadly killed, and the lasting legacies of these traumatic events! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/26/most-famous-political-assassinations-in-history/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary To assassinate (v) - to kill someone famous or important. High-profile (adj) - attracting a lot of attention and interest from the public and newspapers, television, etc. Speculation (n) - the activity of guessing possible answers to a question without having enough information to be certain.    Mourning (n) - great sadness felt because someone has died.       Exile (n) - the condition of someone being sent or kept away from their own country, village, etc., especially for political reasons. Cover-up (n) - an attempt to prevent the public from discovering information about a serious crime or mistake. To depose (v) - to remove someone important from a powerful position. Assailant (n) - a person who attacks another person. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  The United Nations are one of the most important international organisations in the world… but how much do you really know about the UN? Let’s discuss the background, history, purposes, controversies, and future of the United Nations! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/24/what-is-the-united-nations/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Principle (n) - a basic idea or rule that explains or controls how something happens or works. Cooperation (n) – the act of working together for a shared purpose. Forum (n) - a situation or meeting in which people can talk about a problem or matter especially of public interest. Ground-breaking (adj) - If something is ground-breaking, it is very new and a big change from other things of its type. Peacekeeping (n) - the activity of preventing war and violence, especially using armed forces not involved in a disagreement to prevent fighting. Instrumental (adj) - If someone or something is instrumental in a process, plan, or system, that person or thing is one of the most important influences in causing it to happen. Bureaucratic (adj) - involving complicated rules and processes that make something slow and difficult. Isolationism (n) - the political principle or practice of showing interest only in your own country and not being involved in international activities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  Sudan is in a state of crisis. Conflict is raging between military and paramilitary forces, and ordinary Sudanese people are trapped in the middle of the violence. Today, let’s discuss the background of this conflict, why fighting started, and what the future holds for Sudan! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/19/226-what-is-happening-in-sudan-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Paramilitary (adj) - A paramilitary group is organized like an army but is not official and often not legal.Civilian (adj) - relating to a person who is not a member of the police or the armed forces.Outbreak (n) - a sudden appearance of something, esp. of a disease or something else dangerous or unpleasant.Coup d’état (n) - sudden defeat of a government through illegal force by a small group, often a military oneTransition (n) - a change from one form or type to another, or the process by which this happens.To redeploy (v) - to move employees, soldiers, equipment, etc. to a different place or use them in a more effective way.To bear the brunt (idiom) - Put up with the worst of some bad circumstance.Ramification (n) - the possible results of an action. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Check Out English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts English Learning for Curious Minds Latest Episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0rsjIZxHhvO9qPjSOzcKT4?si=UYSWWdMDR3umakXeP2F_Zw Earlier this month, Finland became the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, better known as NATO. Today, I want to explain the origins of NATO, its purpose, and discuss why Finland joining is a significant move! ⁠TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/17/225-what-is-nato/⁠ My Links JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Accession (n) - the time when a country officially joins a group of countries or signs an agreement.Alliance (n) - a group of countries, political parties, or people who have agreed to work together because of shared interests or aims.To reel (v) - If you reel, or your mind or brain reels, you feel very confused or shocked and unable to act.Meaningful (adj) - useful, serious, or important.Collective (adj) - done or shared by every member of a group.To deter (v) - to prevent someone from doing something or to make someone less enthusiastic about doing something by making it difficult for that person to do it or by threatening bad results if they do it.To constitute (v) - to form or make something.Non-alignment (adj) - If a country is non-aligned, it does not support or depend on any powerful country or group of countries. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  In English, we call Germany “Germany”; in German, it is “Deutschland”; in Japanese it is “Doitsu”; in French it is “Allemagne.” Today I want to look at why countries have different names in different languages! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/12/224-why-do-countries-have-different-names-in-different-languages/ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary To name (v) - to give someone or something a name.Endonym (n) - the name used to refer to a place by its inhabitants, as opposed to a name used by foreigners.Exonym (n) - a name used by outsiders for a place.Linguistic (adj) - connected with language or the study of language.Variation (n) – something that is slightly different from the usual form or arrangement.To derive (v) - to get something from something else.To entrench (v) - to firmly establish something, especially an idea or a problem, so that it cannot be changed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

TRY LINGODA TODAY - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPod_Trial 7 DAY FREE TRIAL -- LINGODA https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPod_Trial Or use the code THINKINGENGLISH - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPod_Trial Confucius is one of the most influential philosophers and teachers of all time. Today, I want to examine his approach to education and learning, and see if there are any lessons we can all learn from him! My Links JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/10/223-english-learning-and-confucius/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Profound (adj) - felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way.Disillusioned (adj) - disappointed and unhappy because of discovering the truth about something or someone that you liked or respected.Multifaceted (adj) - having many different parts or sides.To internalize (v) - to accept or absorb an idea, opinion, belief, etc. so that it becomes part of your character.Noble (adj) - moral in an honest, brave, and kind way.Imitation (n) - an occasion when someone or something copies another person or thing.Worthy (adj) - deserving respect, admiration, or support. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  What is gene-edited food? Why is it controversial? And should we be eating it? Let’s discuss this today and learn some new vocabulary at the same time! My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/05/221-what-is-gene-edited-food-and-should-we-be-eating-it/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Gene (n) - a part of the DNA in a cell that controls the physical development, behaviour, etc. of an individual plant or animal and is passed on from its parents.Resilient (adj) - able to improve quickly after being hurt or being ill.To breed (v) - to keep animals or plants for the purpose of producing young animals or plants, often for chosen qualities.Organism (n) - a single living plant, animal, virus, etc.Mutation (n) - the way in which genes change and produce permanent differences:To exacerbate (v) - to make something that is already bad even worse.Yield (n) - an amount of something positive, such as food or profit, that is produced or supplied. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Check Out English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts English Learning for Curious Minds Latest Episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0rsjIZxHhvO9qPjSOzcKT4?si=UYSWWdMDR3umakXeP2F_Zw English is the global lingua franca – the language of international business, diplomacy, and education. But why? Is English still a colonial language? My Links JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/04/03/220-is-english-still-a-colonial-language/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Lingua franca (n) - a language used for communication between groups of people who speak different languages.Colonial (adj) - relating to a colony or colonialism.To impose (v) - to force someone to accept something, especially a belief or way of living.Dominance (n) - the quality of being more important, strong, or successful than anything else of the same type.Legacy (n) - something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time.To marginalize (v) - to treat someone or something as if they are not important.Imbalance (n) - a situation in which two things that should be equal or that are normally equal are notTo homogenise (v) - to change something so that all its parts or features become the same or very similar. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  "The biggest crisis in the history of the country". This is how one key politician has described the massive wave of protests, unrest, and strikes currently affecting Israel. Let’s look at why people are taking to the streets and what is causing so much anger on today’s episode of Thinking in English! My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/03/29/220-why-are-people-protesting-in-israel/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary To take to the streets (idiom) - When people take to the streets, they express their opposition to something in public and often violently.To walk out (phrasal v) - to refuse to continue working and leave your office, factory, etc. to show your employer that you are unhappy about something.Reform (n) – a change or set of changes made to a system, law, organization, etc. in order to make it more modern or effective.Judicial (adj) - relating to the legal system and the branch of government responsible for the legal systemUnfit (adj) - not suitable or good enough for a particular purpose or activity.To undermine (v) - to make someone less confident, less powerful, or less likely to succeed, or to make something weaker, often gradually.Rupture (n) - an occasion when something explodes, breaks, or tears.Unrest (n) - disagreements or fighting between different groups of people. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Who was the most powerful woman in history? Was it the only female emperor of China? A female Egyptian Pharaoh who built great temples? Or the Iron Lady who’s economic policies are still influential today? Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! My Links JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  ⁠Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard⁠ TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/03/27/219-who-was-the-most-powerful-woman-in-history/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Diffuse (adj) - spread out and not directed in one place.To relegate (v) - to put someone or something into a lower or less important rank or position.Trappings (n) - all the things that are part of or typical of a particular job, situation, or event.To seize (v) - to take using sudden force.To solidify (v) - to become or make something become certain.Feeble (adj) – weak and without energy, strength, or power.Manoeuvring (n) - the action of cleverly planning something to get an advantage.Sweeping (adj) - affecting many things or people; large. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Sign Up for the ENGLISH POETRY COURSE⁠ Use code "thinking" for 10% off the course! Last week, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian president Vladimir Putin. But could Putin ever actually be arrested? Let’s discuss this and more on today’s episode of Thinking in English! My Links Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB  -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish  ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/  TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/03/22/218-could-putin-really-be-arrested/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)   Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary Warrant (n) - an official document, signed by a judge or other person in authority, that gives the police permission to search someone's home, arrest a person, or take some other actionTo allege (v) - to say that someone has done something illegal or wrong without giving proofDeportation (n) - forcing someone to leave a country, especially someone who has no legal right to be there or who has broken the law.To ratify (v) - (especially of governments or organizations) to make an agreement official.To prosecute (v) - to try to prove that a person accused of committing a crime is guilty of that crime.To indoctrinate (v) - to often repeat an idea or belief to someone until they accept it without criticism or question.Allegation (n) - a statement, made without giving proof, that someone has done something wrong or illegal.Accusation (n) - a statement saying that someone has done something morally wrong, illegal, or unkind --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support