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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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21:27

#501 | George Best: The Wild Life of Football's Lost...

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2024/08/29

George Best is seen as one of the most naturally talented footballers ever, but off the pitch, he battled demons. From his glittering career at Manchester United to his struggles with alcoholism, in this episode, we'll learn about the wild life of one of football's greats. Life and career of George Best Comparison with modern footballers George Best's early career His rise to fame in the 1960s Best's off-pitch controversies and lifestyle Struggles with alcoholism Decline in football

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#500 | This is Episode #500

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2024/08/22

⚡️⚡️⚡️ Special 500 Episodes Offer ⚡️⚡️⚡️Get Pro Membership for only €99/yearSpecial link: bit.ly/500Episodes💰 Save 60% vs. monthly cost✨ Lifetime discount⏱ Ends 23:59, Saturday, August 31st--In this milestone episode, we will deviate from the usual style of weird and wonderful stories. Instead, I'll take you behind the scenes of the podcast, share some never-before-revealed information, and tell you about an update to our programming schedule. Introduction & Milestone

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#498 | Ozempic - The Weight Loss Miracle Drug?

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2024/08/15

Some call it a miracle drug, others warn of its potentially damaging long-term effects on people and society. In this episode, we'll look at the history of this drug, how it works, why it's popular, and what it reveals about American food and healthcare systems. Introduction to Ozempic American obesity and food issues How Ozempic works History and approval of Ozempic Ozempic’s impact on weight loss Popularity among celebrities Criticisms and side effects FDA approval

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#496 | Labour Won The Election. Now What?

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2024/08/08

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 background, his proposed policies, and the challenges that lie ahead. Results of the UK general election New Prime Minister: Keir Starmer Labour Party’s winning manifesto Background on Keir Starmer Proposed policies of the Labour Party Challenges facing the new government Housing crisis and proposed solutions Explanation of NIMBY Public spending and

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#494 | The Haitian Revolution

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2024/08/01

The Haitian Revolution is a story of extreme violence, hope, and human rights. Learn how slaves in Saint-Domingue fought against brutal conditions and multiple European powers to establish the first free black-led nation in the world. Overview of the Haitian Revolution Toussaint L’Ouverture’s early life and significance Colonisation of Saint-Domingue by the French Brutal conditions for slaves in Saint-Domingue Different social groups in Saint-Domingue Impact of the French

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#492 | Cool Britannia | 1990s Britain

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2024/07/25

In this episode, we'll travel back to the 1990s and uncover the story of "Cool Britannia," a time when Britain experienced a cultural renaissance. From Oasis to Tony Blair, The Spice Girls to Damien Hirst, we'll learn how politics, music, fashion, and art intertwined to create one of the most vibrant eras in recent British history. Cool Britannia: A 1990s British cultural renaissance Vanity Fair's iconic 1997 cover: Liam Gallagher, Patsy Kensit Tony Blair's "New Labour" and political

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19:04

#490 | JK Rowling & Transgenderism

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2024/07/18

JK Rowling, famous for Harry Potter, is now at the centre of a controversial debate on transgender rights. We'll explore her views, why they've sparked so much outrage and support, and the impact on free speech laws in the UK. JK Rowling and her views on transgenderism Tweet supporting Maya Forstater’s views on sex and gender Public reaction: support and death threats Her article explaining her five reasons for speaking out Impact on education and safeguarding Freedom of speech

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#488 | John Stonehouse | The Politician Who Faked His...

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2024/07/11

John Stonehouse, a promising British politician, disappeared off the Miami coast. Had he drowned in a swimming accident? Had he been eaten by sharks? To everyone's surprise, he turned up in Australia a few weeks later with a new identity... John Stonehouse: Charismatic British politician Disappeared from a Miami beach in 1974 Mysterious reappearance in Australia Stonehouse's financial and personal troubles Speculation about Stonehouse being a Czech spy John Stonehouse's affair with

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#486 | North vs. South | The Great English Divide

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2024/07/04

What's the difference between the North and the South of England? And when does the "North" end and the "South" start? In this episode, we'll explore these questions, and touch on differences in accents, lifestyles, and even what people call their evening meal. The origins of the north-south divide in England The fuzzy line dividing north and south Common stereotypes of northerners and southerners The impact of the Industrial Revolution on the north The decline of northern industries

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21:56

#484 | Robert Fortune: The Man Who Stole Tea From China

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2024/06/27

Register for "The Mules": https://bit.ly/MulesJun24Registration closes 23:59 03/09/2023 || Summer Offer €99 only (€30 off)--Robert Fortune, a Scottish botanist, pulled off one of history's greatest acts of corporate espionage: stealing the secrets of tea production from China. In this episode we'll explore his daring adventure, the fascinating world of 19th-century tea trade, and how his actions forever changed the global tea industry. Robert Fortune's theft of tea from

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21:41

#482 | Ayn Rand & The Philosophy of Objectivism

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2024/06/20

Register for "The Mules": https://bit.ly/MulesJun24Registration closes 23:59 03/09/2023 || Summer Offer €99 only (€30 off)--Ayn Rand is one of the most controversial thinkers of the 20th century. In this episode, we'll explore her philosophy of Objectivism, which champions rational self-interest and free-market capitalism, and discuss why her ideas remain divisive today. Ayn Rand's life and background Philosophy of Objectivism "The Fountainhead" and its themes Success and controversy of

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#480 | Marcus Aurelius | The Philosopher Emperor

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2024/06/13

Meet Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor who combined power with philosophy. In this episode, we'll learn about his famous work, "Meditations", and explore five key ideas that still resonate today. Introduction to Marcus Aurelius Importance of his book "Meditations" Control what you can, ignore what you can't Live according to nature and rationality Continuous self-reflection and self-examination Embrace and welcome fate Awareness of impermanence and mortality Authenticity and

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#478 | The UK General Election (2024)

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2024/06/06

The British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called an early general election in the UK, surprising many. We'll explore why he made this decision, the main themes of the election, and who could be the next Prime Minister. Rishi Sunak calls an early election for July 4th.History of Conservative leadership since 2010.British Prime Ministers’ unpopularity and challenges.Reasons behind Rishi Sunak's early election call.Overview of the UK’s “first past the post” system.Key candidates: Rishi

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#476 | The Glasgow Ice Cream Wars

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2024/05/30

Ice cream vans can be a sweet memory for many, but for Glasgow in the 1980s, they were anything but. From selling drugs to inciting gang wars and even murder, we'll uncover the dark and shocking tale of the Glasgow Ice Cream Wars. Background to The Glasgow Ice Cream Wars Ice cream vans in Glasgow Living conditions in Glasgow schemes Ice cream van territory fights Criminals entering the ice cream trade Organised crime and drug dealing Andrew Doyle's resistance to intimidation Doyle

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#474 | The Trial Of Amanda Knox (pt1)

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2024/05/23

Amanda Knox's study abroad adventure turned into a nightmare when her housemate was brutally murdered and she found all police attention pointed at her. In this episode, we'll learn about the twists and turns of this murder case that gripped Italy, the UK and the United States. Overview of Amanda Knox casePerugia as a popular student cityMeredith Kercher and Amanda Knox's backgroundDiscovery of Meredith Kercher's bodyInitial police investigation and Knox's interrogationBeliefs and

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#472 | Nayib Bukele | “The World’s Coolest Dictator”?

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2024/05/16

Nayib Bukele is the self-proclaimed "world's coolest dictator", and he has managed to do what many people thought was impossible in El Salvador. In this episode, we'll learn about his rise to power, his controversial treatment of gang members, and explore what comes next for the small Central American nation. President Nayib Bukele of El SalvadorBukele legalises Bitcoin as currencyHigh crime rates in El SalvadorBukele's controversial policies on gangsBukele's rise to power and

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#470 | The Collapse Of Venezuela

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2024/05/09

In this episode, we'll explore how the country with the largest oil reserves in the world managed to implode, plunging its citizens into extreme poverty. We'll discover how a mixture of economic decisions, political ideologies, and external pressures contributed to the country's current situation. Rise and collapse of VenezuelaChavez's presidency and socialist policiesControl over currency and economyThe impact on inflation and poverty ratesMaduro's presidency and worsening conditionsMass

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17:32

#468 | I Lived In Malta For 7 Years (Part 1)

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2024/05/02

I lived in Malta from 2017-2024. In part one of this two-part series, I'll talk about some of my experiences living there, and try to answer a question I'm asked multiple times a week: "Should I come to Malta to study English?" We'll talk about what types of people come to Malta to study English, how this changes over the year, and what life is really like on a Mediterranean rock. Why I moved to Malta in 2017Brief introduction to MaltaIntroduction to learning English in MaltaThe three

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#466 | Adnan Khashoggi | The Richest Man On Earth?

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2024/04/25

He became known as “The Great Gatsby of The Middle East”, and once claimed to be the richest man on Earth. From facilitating lucrative business deals between the West and Saudi Arabia to his lavish lifestyle and controversial ventures, in this episode, we'll explore the intriguing life of Adnan Khashoggi. Adnan Khashoggi: businessman, arms dealer, "The Great Gatsby of The Middle East"Wealth exaggerated: $10bn fortune, luxurious lifestyle, major debtsBackground: born in Saudi Arabia,

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#464 | Will Scotland Ever Be Independent?

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2024/04/18

👉 "The News Challenge" starts on April 22nd. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3xyUoGC---Scotland has had a long and complicated relationship with its southern neighbour. But will it ever break free? In this episode, we explore the key arguments for and against Scottish independence and look at whether it will ever become an independent nation. Scottish independence movement history Reasons for Scottish independence Economic arguments for and against independence Impact on Scotland's

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