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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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18:28

#76: The World Bank

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2020/07/30

It's one of the world's most important financial institutions, but also one of the most controversial. Discover what the World Bank actually is, how it works, what happens when it gets things right, and what happens when things go badly wrong.In today's episode we cover:The creation of the World BankThe difference between the World Bank and the IMFThe ambitious aims of the World BankThe first World Bank loan, to FranceStructural Adjustment (or "you do what we say")The Cochabamba Water War

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16:16

#74: QAnon | America's Most Dangerous Conspiracy Theory?

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2020/07/23

This far-right conspiracy theory has gone from niche internet forums to President Trump's Twitter account.Discover the story behind QAnon - where does it come from, what do they believe, and is it really the most dangerous conspiracy theory in America?In today's episode we cover:The first Q messagePizzaGateHillary ClintonWhat does Q actually believe?Donald Trump & QAnonQAnon & social media companiesWhy is QAnon so popular?US politicians & QAnonFull transcript and key vocabulary

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19:28

#72: The War on Drugs

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2020/07/16

In 1971, Richard Nixon declared The War On Drugs. Almost 50 years later, and a war that has cost the US over a trillion dollars, we take a look at the effect that this war has had on society.Why was it declared, what actually happened, and who are the real winners?In today's episode we cover:History of drug use in the United StatesSherlock Holmes & cocaineThe prohibition eraWhy was The War on Drugs launched?Hippies + black communityWhat actually happenedAre drugs harder to buy now?Are

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21:55

#70: Human Rights

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2020/07/09

In 1948 the United Nations signed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which set out the 30 'inalienable' rights that all humans on Earth should get at birth.But where did this come from? How effectively does it actually work?And what comes next for human rights?In today's episode we cover:The Universal Declaration of Human RightsThe 'first' human rightsHuman rights vs. Natural rightsThe French Revolution & United States Declaration of IndependenceSlavery & human rightsHuman

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19:53

#68: What Happens When Languages Die?

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2020/07/02

There are 7,000 languages spoken across the world.Yet 80% of the population speaks just 1.1% of the languages, and 43% of the languages are endangered.What happens when they die out?In today's episode we cover:How people feel differently when speaking different languagesThe 12 'dominant' world languagesWhy have certain languages dominated?Why do languages die out?When the last two speakers of a language hate each otherDying languages in the UKHawaiian - a revival success storyReviving a

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16:45

#66: The Weird History of Madame Tussauds

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2020/06/25

Discover the amazing story of how a young woman from France befriended the royal family, escaped the guillotine, made death masks of revolutionaries, and then created the world's most successful waxworks museum. The story of Madame Tussauds has a lot more to it than meets the eye.In today's episode we cover:What is wax-working?Going to Paris to seek fortuneTeaching art to King Louis XVI’s sisterThe arrival of the revolutionDeath masksThe trip to LondonThe UK tourWhy Brits loved itMadame

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#64: The Hidden Cost of Food Delivery Apps

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2020/06/18

Food delivery apps have taken over cities across the world, promising delicious food at the tap of a button.But is it really that simple?In this episode we discuss what the rise of food delivery apps means for us, for restaurants, and for the people who do the deliveries.In today's episode we cover:How food delivery apps workWhy restaurants use themThe early years of food delivery appsUnfair tacticsCharging $9 for a phone callOffers and commissionsChicago Pizza BossRacing to the bottomDark

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16:18

#62: The Resource Curse

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2020/06/11

When a country finds gold, oil or diamonds, you might think this would be a good thing.But in many cases, it is a curse for that country, and it would have been better off leaving its natural resources in the ground.In today's episode we cover:Expression: "to strike gold"Wars & conflictWhat happens to your currency when you export natural resourcesGovernment accountability & politiciansEquatorial Guinea (and the $600M president)Prices that change a lotDid the resource curse cause

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17:01

#60: The British Sense of Humour

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2020/06/04

People in Britain have a unique sense of humour.For lots of foreigners it's difficult to understand and confusing. But British people are fiercely proud of their sense of humour, and Britain has produced some of the world's best comedies.In this episode we take a look at what makes Brits laugh, and tell a few jokes along the way.Introduction to British humourWhat do British people laugh about?Sarcasm ("No sh*t Sherlock")What happens when you tell a joke about pasta to an

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19:36

#58: Plastic

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2020/05/28

It has revolutionised our lives, made cars lighter, food fresher, and water safer.But at what cost?In this episode we take a look at the history of plastic, and ask ourselves what comes next.In today's episode we cover:Elephants, combs and billiard balls - how plastic was inventedThrowaway living in the 1950sHow much plastic waste exists in the world?How much plastic do we eat?Recycling plasticThe 5 countries that are responsible for the plastic in the oceansNew non-plastic optionsA simple

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17:52

#56: Turkmenistan

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2020/05/21

It's one of the most isolated countries in the world, ruled by an authoritarian leader with a passion for horses and Guinness World Records.It's time to find out about the weird and wonderful country of Turkmenistan.In today's episode we cover:The cult of personality under NiyazovNo dogs allowed in the capitalThe golden statue that turned to face the sunGurbanguly Berdimuhamedow and the love for horsesFiring a gun from a bicycleThe resource curseChanging money on the black

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#54: Harrods | The Playground of London's Rich & Famous

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2020/05/14

It's one of the most famous department stores in the world, catering to the world's rich and famous. But it hasn't always been this way. In this episode we take a look at the story of Harrods, and discover the fascinating and unusual history of this iconic London location. In today's episode we cover: How it all started, back in 1824The Great ExhibitionWhen it all burned downHarrods' famous customersBrandy on the escalatorThe Mohamed Al-Fayed yearsThe lawsuit with Harrods New ZealandThe

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#52: The Guinness World Records

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2020/05/07

It's a collection of the biggest, fastest, and weirdest things in the world. But how much do you really know about The Guinness World Records? Today we look at the story behind the book, and discover how an argument about a bird turned into one of the best selling books in the world. Here's what you have to look forward to in today's episode: Finding out the answers to things before the internetHow the idea for the Guinness Book of Records came aboutThe McWhirter twins and their

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#50: A Service Announcement

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2020/05/04

A quick announcement of some exciting developments at Leonardo English. New memberships, request an episode, and exclusive Q&A sessions for members. Find out more at www.leonardoenglish.com/subscribe ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists🧑‍💼 Demystifying Business English Course📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership⚡️ How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English 📧 Join the weekly newsletter✍️ Free English

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#49: Fair Trade

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2020/04/30

You recognise the name. You recognise the label.You've seen it on bananas, chocolate, coffee, and all over thousands of everyday products.But how much do you really know about Fairtrade?In today's episode we take a look at how it really works, who benefits, and why some companies are starting up alternatives to Fairtrade.In today's episode we cover:A brief history of 'trade'Why farmers get a bad dealMax Havelaar & the first fair trade coffeeThe Dutch in IndonesiaThe mission of

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19:05

#47: Fox News // The Presidential Propaganda Machine

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2020/04/23

It's one of the most powerful television channels in the United States, the current US president’s preferred news channel, and referred to by some as 'state TV'.In today's episode we take a look at Fox News: who watches it, how it really makes money, and what event could cause its downfall.In today's episode we cover:The growth of Fox NewsFox News & Donald TrumpNews vs. opinionVery good, excellent, or superb - North Korean TV in AmericaAdvertisers on Fox NewsHow Fox News really makes

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16:58

#45: Guy Fawkes // The Man Who Tried To Blow Up...

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2020/04/16

In the early hours of November 5th, 1605, a man was found in a cellar under The Houses of Parliament. He was moments away from blowing everything up, killing the King, and changing the course of British history forever.Today we tell the story of Guy Fawkes, and how we went from religious terrorist to anti-establishment icon.In today's episode we cover:November 5th celebrations in the UKThe persecution of Catholics in BritainThe plan to blow up parliamentThe anonymous letterWho really was

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#43: Tulipmania // When Flowers Cost More Than Houses

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2020/04/09

In Holland in the 1600s the price of tulips rose so much that a single bulb reportedly cost more than a townhouse on Amsterdam's grand canal.Today we look at the real story behind one of the greatest bubbles in history.What is a tulip?Why are things expensive?Why were tulips so expensive in Holland?Why were some people in Holland so rich?How tulips growTulip contractsThe greater fool theoryWhen the market crashedWhat really happenedHave we learned our lesson?(BONUS) How to not lose all

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#41: The Great Train Robbery

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2020/04/02

In 1963 a criminal gang managed to stop a Royal Mail train, steal £2 million pounds in cash (£55 million in today's money), and escape. It took them just 15 minutes.Today we tell the story of this infamous robbery, and the hunt to find the men who did it.The train carrying all the moneyWhy was it carrying so much money?The story of the robberyThe hunt for the suspectsThe discovery of the farmThe Monopoly piece and the fingerprintsThe arrest of the suspectsWho were the robbers?The escape

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#39: The Story Of A Fantastic Dictionary

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2020/03/27

In 1755, Samuel Johnson published an English dictionary that has gone down in history.Not only was it the first of its kind, it was full of funny jokes.Today we tell the story of this fantastic dictionary.Dictionaries before 1755Why Johnson's was so famousWhy was a dictionary needed?Why was the English language a mess?'Fixing' EnglishJohnson's dictionary: 40,000 words of fine scholarshipHidden joke 1: the definition of 'oats'Hidden joke 2: the definition of 'lexicographer'Hidden joke 3:

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