English Learning for Curious Minds

English Learning for Curious Minds


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#496 | Labour Won The Election. Now What?
August 08, 2024

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#494 | The Haitian Revolution
August 01, 2024

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 th

#492 | Cool Britannia | 1990s Britain
July 25, 2024

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 a

#490 | JK Rowling & Transgenderism
July 18, 2024

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 vie

#488 | John Stonehouse | The Politician Who Faked His Death
July 11, 2024

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 St

#486 | North vs. South | The Great English Divide
July 04, 2024

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 eve

#484 | Robert Fortune: The Man Who Stole Tea From China
June 27, 2024

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 trad

#482 | Ayn Rand & The Philosophy of Objectivism
June 20, 2024

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#480 | Marcus Aurelius | The Philosopher Emperor
June 13, 2024

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 AureliusImportance of his bo

#478 | The UK General Election (2024)
June 06, 2024

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 electi