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English Learning for Curious Minds | A More Interesting Way To Learn English

Leonardo English

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,

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#432 | The Most Unusual New Year's Eve Traditions

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2023/12/28

A New Year's Eve celebration isn't always fireworks. Sometimes it's colourful underwear, dark-haired men rushing into Scottish houses, and smashing plates. In this episode, we'll explore the most unusual New Year's Eve traditions around the world. Origins of Unusual Traditions Italian Red Underwear Tradition Scottish First Footing Ritual Scottish Hogmanay Celebrations Dangerous Johannesburg Tradition Spanish Twelve Grapes Tradition Japanese Temple Bell Ritual Danish Plate

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23:34

#430 | What Is Effective Altruism?

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2023/12/21

It's an idea and a way of life that is all about doing good, helping others, and improving the world in the most efficient way possible. In this episode, we'll be talking about Effective Altruism, its core principles, and its unique approach to addressing the world's most pressing problems. Effective Altruism Defined Thought Experiment: Drowning Child Peter Singer's Famine, Affluence, and Morality Essay William MacAskill: Effective Altruism Co-Founder Effective Altruism's Goal and

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23:33

#428 | Sanctions: Do They Even Work?

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2023/12/14

From export and import controls to asset freezes and travel restrictions, there are various methods for imposing sanctions. But how effective are they? In this episode, we will discuss sanctions, how they work, and pose the perhaps controversial question: do they truly work? PhD Program Rejection Types of Sanctions: Embargoes, Controls, Freezes, Restrictions Historical Context: Ancient Greece to Modern Era Effectiveness Debate: Agathe Demarais' Analysis Case Study: US Sanctions on

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22:30

#426 | K-Pop, Zelensky & Cricket | 21st Century Soft...

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2023/12/07

K-Pop, Volodymyr Zelensky, and Indian Cricket – what do these three things have in common? Soft power, of course. In this episode, we're going to be talking about Soft Power in the 21st century and the unusual but fascinating displays of it. Global Soft Power Index: Brand Directory's annual survey. Soft Power according to Joseph Nye in 1990. Soft Power's non-military, non-economic influence. Korea's rise in soft power ranking. K-Pop's Soft Power: BTS and the Korean Wave. Zelenskyy's

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18:16

#424 | A Brief History of Salt

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2023/11/30

We all know salt as a simple white seasoning to add to our cooking, but it's much more than that. In this episode, we'll be exploring salt's fascinating role throughout history – from how it served as a catalyst for revolutions to how it is featured in society. Salt's role in history and its surprising impact. Preservation: Salt's role in preserving meat, fish for months. Essential nutrient: Human dependence on salt in diets. Early trade routes based on the salt trade. La Gabelle:

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22:16

#422 | Jeffrey Epstein | American Sex Offender

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2023/11/23

It is a story that brings together billionaires, presidents, princes, private islands, and unfortunately, decades of sexual abuse of underage girls. In this episode, we will be talking about the disgraced American financier, Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein's background and early career Epstein's rise in the world of finance Initial arrest and charges related to sexual abuse Controversial plea deal in 2008 Epstein's second arrest in 2019 on sex trafficking charges Allegations of Epstein's

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#420 | The Economics of Chicken

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2023/11/16

How has a small bird from the jungles of southeast Asia gone on to be the most popular source of protein in the world? In this episode, we are going to talk about the economics of chicken, and how farmers have managed to drastically reduce its price. The transformation of chicken from a luxury to a cheap protein source Origin of domesticated chickens in Southeast Asia Historical chicken sizes and uses Development of efficient egg incubators The post-war competition to breed bigger and

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#418 | The Race To The South Pole

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2023/11/09

It is the most amazing story of success, failure against the odds, and a race to get to the bottom of the world. In this episode, we will be talking about explorers Roald Amundsen and Robert Falcon Scott, and their intense Race to the South Pole. Antarctic expedition in 1911 Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen British explorer Robert Falcon Scott Different approaches: dogs vs. ponies Harsh conditions, frostbite, and scurvy Tragic sacrifices: Oates and Scott's last diary entries Norwegian

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#416 | The Quest To Find The Origin of The River Nile...

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2023/11/02

He embarked on a perilous journey to explore the Great Lakes of Africa and unravelled the mystery of the Nile's origin. In the final part of our mini-series, we are going to talk about Henry Morton Stanley and his quest to find the origin of the River Nile. Introduction to the quest for the source of the NileRecap on explorers: Burton, Speke, and LivingstoneHenry Morton Stanley's life and backgroundStanley's successful discovery of Dr. LivingstoneStanley's mission to find the Nile's

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#414 | The Quest To Find The Origin of The River Nile...

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2023/10/26

It's an amazing story of exploration, near-death experiences, and the most almighty feud. In part one of our mini-series on The Quest To Find The Origin of the River Nile, we'll be telling the story of the first major expedition by British explorers, Sir Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke. Introduction to the search for the Nile's origin. Meet British explorers Burton and Speke on their mission. Challenges of Nile Exploration Burton's belief in Lake Tanganyika as the Nile's

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17:16

#412 | A Short History of Mental Health

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2023/10/19

Mental health – it is a sensitive subject that affects every single one of us, with some of us struggling more than others. In this episode, we are going to explore how mental health has been perceived throughout history and look at some of the reasons that led a top UN official to declare that we are living in a mental health crisis. History of mental health treatments Trepanning as an ancient "cure" Transition from religious defect to medical condition Grim conditions in early

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21:32

#410 | (Keeping Up With) The Kardashians

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2023/10/12

Over the past two decades, this one family has shaped not just American but global culture – but how did they become so influential? In this episode, we'll be telling the story of the Kardashians and their rise to fame, the influence they have on culture, and whether it is all about to come crumbling down. The Kardashians' impact on global culture Initial public reception and ratings of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" The family's history and members How Kris Jenner's idea led to

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#408 | Upstairs, Downstairs: The Lives of British...

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2023/10/05

It was at one point the most popular job in Britain, surpassing professions such as coal mining and factory work. In this episode, we'll be talking about the servant class, the hierarchy of different types of servants, and the decline of household service in Britain. Most popular job in Britain: Household service in 1901 Reasons for high servant numbers: Supply and demand factors Experiences of female servants were generally worse Hierarchy among servants: Butler and housekeeper at

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#406 | What Does “Lord” Really Mean? An Exploration...

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2023/09/28

"Duke", "Earl", "Lord", and "Baron" – what do these titles actually mean? In part one of our mini-series on British social class, we'll be talking about the origins of the British aristocracy and the roles they have in modern Britain. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/lord-meaning-british-aristocracy ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary

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#404 | The Rise And Fall Of The Vanderbilts

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2023/09/21

It's a story of how one family went from almost literal slavery to being the richest in the world – before losing it all. In this episode, we'll be talking about the rise and fall of one of the most influential families in American history – the Vanderbilts. Jan Aertson's Journey to the New World Cornelius Vanderbilt: The Commodore's early career in transportation Vanderbilt's expansion during the California Gold Rush Vanderbilt's transition to the railway industry Vanderbilt's

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#402 | The French Foreign Legion

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2023/09/14

It is, by some measures, the toughest fighting force in the world – yet it continues to attract people from across the globe through the promise of a fresh start and adventure. In this episode, we'll be talking about the origins of the French Foreign Legion, how you join it, and what life is like as a Legionnaire. French Foreign Legion: Toughest fighting force, attracts diverse recruits worldwide. Origins: Founded in 1831 to manage foreign soldiers in France. Recruitment: Open to all

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#400 | Degrowth vs E/Acc | How To Save The World

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2023/09/07

Degrowth and Effective Accelerationism - two outlooks about the direction in which humanity needs to go to stay alive. But they couldn't be any more different. In this episode, we'll be exploring these two ideas and perhaps, come to some conclusions on how to save the world. Degrowth vs E/Acc: Exploring opposing visions for humanity's future Historical global economy trends: Growth, challenges, and environmental impact Degrowth concept: Reducing production, consumption for

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#398 | Ernest Shackleton | Antarctic Explorer

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2023/08/31

Courageous, resilient, and an incredible leader. Ernest Shackleton was an Antarctic explorer who never gave up in the face of adversity. In this episode, we'll be talking about the Endurance expedition, the challenges he and his crew faced, and their extraordinary feats of survival in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Introduction to Ernest Shackleton and his quest to cross Antarctica Background on the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration Competing expeditions to the North and

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#396 | The Extraordinary Life of Kim Dotcom: Hacker,...

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2023/08/24

An internet pioneer or a criminal mastermind? The answer depends on who you ask. In this episode, we explore the extraordinary story of Kim Dotcom, the man behind Megaupload.com, and the rise and fall of his empire. Internet pioneer or criminal? Childhood and early involvement with computers Hacking exploits and self-publicity Kim Dotcom's legal troubles and escape to Thailand Megaupload.com: The birth of a controversial website Megaupload's massive popularity and piracy concerns Kim

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20:39

#394 | What Is Hell?

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2023/08/17

For some people, hell is a place of eternal punishment. For others, it's merely a stepping stone on the way to redemption. In this episode, we'll be exploring the idea of hell, its different interpretations, and what happens in each one. Defining hell and its interpretations in different religions Ancient Egyptian beliefs: judgment in the afterlife, weighing of the heart Ancient Greek beliefs: the Underworld and Tartarus Jewish beliefs: Sheol and Gehinnom as places of the dead and

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