Thinking in English (Thomas Wilkinson)
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| 27 Aug 2021 | “When pigs fly:” Essential English Idioms, Expressions, and Proverbs! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:12:33 | |
Welcome to Thinking in English. Today I want to introduce some common English idioms, proverbs, and expressions using the word “fly”. You might also like...Useful Phrases and Expressions for Presentations! (Business and Academic English) ‘Fat Cats,’ ‘Cat Naps,’ and ‘Doggy Bags’: Dog and Cat Idioms! More than delicious: Advanced Food Vocabulary (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Today's Idioms Birds of a feather fly together Fly at (someone or something) Fly into a rage/temper Fly beneath (the/someone's) radar Fly in the face of Fly off the shelves When pigs fly A fly on the wall A fly in the ointment Wouldn't hurt a fly --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | 291. What is the Happiest Country in the World? (And Why is it Always Finland?) (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:10 | |
Finland has been ranked as the happiest country in the world for the seventh time in a row. But why? What is happiness? And how is it measured? This episode of Thinking in English discusses the Cantril Ladder, why the World Happiness Report might not accurately test happiness, and why Finland keeps coming top of the rankings! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/04/08/291-what-is-the-happiest-country-in-the-world-and-why-is-it-always-finland-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog VOCABULARY LIST
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| 20 Jun 2022 | Learning English From the News?!? (with SEND7 Podcast) | 00:33:12 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ How can you use the news to learn or improve your English? Stephen from the Simple English News Daily podcast joins us today to discuss the news, how you can use the news in your daily study plans, and also some predictions for future news stories. I really enjoyed talking with Stephen, and I hope you also enjoy listening to this episode! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/06/20/learning-english-from-the-news/ You may also like...Sanam Monteiro: Creative Writing, Making Mistakes, and Learning English! Does Your English Accent Matter? w/ Dan Sensei (English Conversation Lesson) Feminist Majo: Maintaining Advanced English, Feminism, and East Asia What is the Point in Studying Latin? w/ Village Green English INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Follow Simple English News Daily! Website - https://www.send7.org/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/send7podcast/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/send7podcast Full Vocabulary List on the Blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 26 Nov 2021 | More Advanced Vocabulary to Describe the Weather - Part 2: Stop Saying Rainy, Windy, and Snowy!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:16:13 | |
In part 2 of our weather series, let’s learn some more advanced ways to describe the weather in English!! You may also like...How to Describe Pain in English!! Essential Vocabulary and Phrases (English Vocabulary Lesson) More than delicious: Advanced Food Vocabulary (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | 264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:31 | |
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The UK has announced a ban on the American Bully XL dog breed after a spate of violent attacks. What is an American Bully XL? Why are they being banned? What is a dangerous dog? And is banning dangerous dogs the best approach to dealing with this problem? Let’s discuss all this today! ------ My Links ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)
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| 26 Jun 2023 | 245. What is Happening in Russia?: Mutiny and the Wagner Group! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:21 | |
7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ Over the weekend, the leader of the Wagner Group of mercenaries started a mutiny in Russia. What happened? What is the Wagner Group? Who is Yevgeny Prigozhin? Why was there and conflict? And what does this mean for Vladimir Putin, the Ukraine war, and the future of the Wagner Group? Let’s discuss this all today! 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/) Vocabulary
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| 28 Sep 2022 | 175. The Language of Protesting (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:14 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ English is the language of protesting across the world. Let’s learn the vocabulary and techniques you need to protest in English and understand why people take to the streets. TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/28/the-language-of-protesting/ You may also like…174. Why Are Iranian Women Burning Their Hijabs? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 173. What is the Human Development Index? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 172. What Happens When the Queen Dies? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 171. The Life of Queen Elizabeth II (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | 211. How to Use AI and ChatGPT to Study English? | 00:21:17 | |
Check Out the That Makes Sensei Podcast!! - https://linktr.ee/thatmakessenseipodcast That Makes Sensei YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thatmakessenseipodcast I’m sure many of you have heard about Ai and ChatGPT, but have you ever thought about using them to help you study, practice, and learn English? Listen to this episode for a complete introduction to ChatGPT, and its uses (and limitations) for English learners! Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) | |||
| 08 Feb 2021 | 49. Should Bottled Water be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:17:18 | |
We drink millions of bottles of water every year. However, in some countries, including mine the UK, our tap water is perfectly safe! We don’t really need to buy bottled water! There are environmental, financial, and health costs connected to bottled water. Should bottled water be banned? INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com VOCABULARY LIST Optician (n) - Someone whose job is examining people’s eyes and selling glasses or contact lenses to correct sight problems The optician recommended I choose a different pair of glasses! Beverage (n) - a drink of any type Hot beverages include tea, coffee, and hot chocolate Roughly (adv) - approximately or about We have roughly similar tastes! Source (n) - the place something comes from or starts at, or the cause of something Experts are trying to track down the source of the contamination in the water supply Stringently (adv) - in a way that is strict, severe, or limiting Fire regulations are stringently enforced in all our factories Defect (n) - a physical condition in which something is wrong with a part of someone’s body The drug has been shown to cause birth defects Consumption (n) - the act of using, eating, or drinking something: This programme is designed to increase the consumption of vegetables by children! Carbonated (adj) - a carbonated drink is fizzy because it contains bubbles of carbon dioxide Although I love carbonated sodas, I really dislike carbonated water! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 05 Jul 2023 | 248. How Long Does It Take to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:26:37 | |
LINGODA'S Language Sprint - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPodcastSprint Use code ENGLISHPOD20 for $20 off! - https://try.lingoda.com/Thinking_Sprint How long does it take to learn English? I’m sure every single person listening has thought about this question before. Today, let’s look at why we want to learn quickly, what it means to have “learned English”, the official estimates for length of time to learn English, and some factors that can affect the length of time you will spend studying! 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/) Vocabulary
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| 24 Dec 2021 | Christmas Tongue Twisters! | 00:04:10 | |
Merry Christmas!! Let's practice our English pronunciation with some Christmas inspired tongue twisters!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/24/christmas-tongue-twisters/ You may also like...Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) Terrifyingly Troubling Tongue Twisters!: A Pronunciation Challenge Tongue Twister Challenge!: English Pronunciation Practice INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Seven Santas sang silly songsHow many deer would a reindeer reign if a reindeer could reign deer?Running reindeer romp ’round red wreathsKris Kringle clapped crisplyEleven elves licked eleven little liquorice lollipops.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | 279. Indian Mutiny, the Cat-O’-Nine-Tails, and Mercury Poisoning: The Surprising Origins of English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:19:53 | |
Download ELSA for free and get 7 days pro membership for free: https://bit.ly/ELSAxTHINKINGINENGLISH What do the 1857 Indian Mutiny, a brutal punishment feared by sailors, and mercury poisoning all have in common? All of these things lie behind three common idioms. Today, let’s take a deeper look at these idioms while exploring their surprising etymologies! My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog
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| 07 Sep 2022 | 170. Who was Gorbachev? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:24 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, has passed away. News reports around the world described him as one of the most influential political figures of all time. Today, let’s discuss how Gorbachev rose to such a powerful position, his influence as a leader, and his legacy today! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/07/who-was-gorbachev/ You may also like...169. There Is No Such Thing As A Fish… (English Vocabulary Lesson) 168. Should Kids Have Homework? (English Vocabulary Lesson 167. What is a Recession? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 166. Afghanistan: One Year Later! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListBreakup (n) – the division of something into smaller parts The breakup of the oil tanker caused severe damage to the environment Legacy (n) – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time The war has left a legacy of hatred To eclipse (v) – to make another person or thing seem much less important, good, or famous The economy has eclipsed all other issues during this election Innovation (n) – a new idea or method What is the next innovation in computer technology? Repression (n) – the use of force or violence to control a group of people The political repression in this country is enforced by terror To crush (v) – to defeat someone completely The president used the army to crush the rebellion Catastrophe (n) – a sudden event that causes very great trouble or destruction The war has been a catastrophe To restructure (v) – to organize a company, business, or system in a new way to make it operate more effectively The department is currently undergoing a restructure --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 03 Sep 2021 | 5 Amazing Books to Improve Your English! | 00:15:30 | |
On today's episode, I'm going to give you 5 amazing books to help you improve and practice your English skills! All language students should be reading as often as possible. You can develop your vocabulary and grammar knowledge, discover new information about cultures and history, and enjoy yourself at the same time! It can be scary and frustrating when trying to choose your first English book, but hopefully this episode will make it a much simpler experience. TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/09/03/5-amazing-books-to-improve-your-english/ INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission. Thanks!Amazon LinksThe Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking - https://amzn.to/2WI7NKp The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking (Penguin Reader) - https://amzn.to/38Hn7ZO Artemis Fowl - https://amzn.to/3DJRzRl Artemis Fowl (Penguin Readers) - https://amzn.to/3yREaDv Frankenstein - https://amzn.to/3gVvHZO Frankenstein (Penguin Readers) - https://amzn.to/2WLhTJZ The Turn of the Screw - https://amzn.to/3BxLBRM The Turn of the Screw (Penguin Readers) - https://amzn.to/3BHya1V Originals - https://amzn.to/38zGDaM Originals (Penguin Readers) - https://amzn.to/3kQ6zof --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 01 Dec 2020 | 28. Is Tesla really worth $500 million? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:17:43 | |
On today’s episode we are going to discuss the news that Tesla is now worth over $500 billion! This is considerably more than any other car manufacturer! Is Tesla really worth $500 billion? Why has the company's value increased so much over the last year? How can a company that produces few cars be worth more than many of its competitors combined? TRANSCRIPT!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/01/28-is-tesla-really-worth-500-million-english-vocabulary-lesson/ Contact Us!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary list Gruelling (adj) - extremely tiring and difficult, and demanding great effort and determination Runners are taking part in a gruelling 100-mile race in the mountains Value (n) - the amount of money that can be received for something. Also included in this episode are the verb ‘to value’ (meaning to give a judgement about how much money something should be sold for) and the noun ‘valuation’ (which is the act of saying how much something is worth) The value of the pound fell against other currencies Profitable (adj) - making or likely to make a profit Over the years it has developed into a highly profitable business Quarterly (adj,adv) - done or produced four times a year The magazine will be produced quarterly Consecutive (adj) - following one after another without interruption We’ve had five consecutive days of rain -fold (suffix) - multiplied by the stated number - if i start with $5, then it increases threefold, i now have $15! In the last 50 years, there has been a 33-fold increase in the amount of chemicals used in farming To deem (v) - to consider or judge something in a particular way The area has now been deemed safe Consistently (adv) - in a way that does not change The president has consistently denied the rumours To fluctuate (v) - to change, especially continuously and between one level or thing and another Vegetable prices fluctuate according to the season Irrational (adj) - not using reason or clear thinking It’s totally irrational, but i’m frightened of mice Comprehension Questions! Q. What are the three companies I mentioned listed on the S&P 500 index? A. apple, Microsoft, and Amazon Q. How much was a Tesla share in January? How much are they now (at the time i’m writing)? A. $86 in January. Almost $550 now! Q. How many cars did Tesla sell in 2019? A. 367,500 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 23 Oct 2023 | 267. How to Spot Fake News and Misinformation in English? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:28:11 | |
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We now have access to so much information and news that it can be difficult to distinguish between real and fake, information and misinformation, and truth and lies. ------ My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog ------ Vocabulary List
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| 02 Oct 2020 | 2. What is the future of the Presidential Debate? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:10:53 | |
FULL TRANSCRIPT NOW AVAILABLE: https://thinkinginenglish741418158.wordpress.com/ On today’s episode, we will discuss the recent US presidential debate, and think about the potential alternatives for the future. Please contact us INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Email: thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary List surrogate (adj) -replacing someone else or used instead of something else Because she had no children of her own, her friend’s son became a kind of surrogate child to her Spectacle (n) - unusual or unexpected event or situation It was a strange spectacle to see snow in summer Consensus (n) - a generally accepted opinion, wide agreement They’re trying to build a consensus on the need to improve the city’s schools superficial (adj) - not complete and only the most obvious, not really important I only have a superficial knowledge of French To Squabble (verb) - to argue over something that is not important They are still squabbling over who will get the big office Prowess (n) - great ability or skill She is known for her sporting prowess To outwit (v) - to get an advantage over someone by acting more cleverly The cat outwitted the dog by climbing the tree. To abolish (v) -to officially end an activity or custom I think bullfighting should be abolished equitable (adj) treating everyone fairly and in the same way We all want an equitable tax system Comprehension Questions Q. For What party did Abraham Lincoln serve as a surrogate debater for in the days when presidential candidates did not publicly campaign? A. The Whig Party. Q. Who was British PM when the post war consensus ended? A. Margret Thatcher Q. How many time did Trump interrupt Biden? A. 73 times --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 27 Jul 2022 | 162. Why is 2022 so Hot?? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:14 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ 2022 has been very hot. In North America, Europe, and Asia, extreme heat waves have occurred over the past few months. But why? Why is 2022 so hot? In this episode, I’m going to help you understand this extreme weather, while introducing you to some useful vocabulary! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/07/27/why-is-2022-so-hot/ You may also like...161. Who Will be the Next Prime Minister of the UK? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 160. Why is Sri Lanka in Crisis? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 159. What is the Supreme Court? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListScorching (adj/adv) - very hot It was a scorching summer day Unbearable (adj) - too painful or unpleasant for you to continue to experience I was in unbearable pain after I burned all of my fingers at work Humidity (n) - a measurement of how much water there is in the air The temperature is 30 degrees, and the humidity is 60% Searing (adj) - if something, such as a feeling or temperature, is described as searing, it is extreme The marathon took place in the searing heat Consider (v) - to believe to be; to think of as This restaurant is considered to be the best in the world Unprecedented (adj) - never having happened or existed in the past 40°C was an unprecedented temperature in the UK Intense (adj) - extreme and very strong It is difficult to work in the intense heat To adapt (v) - to change, or to change something, to suit different conditions or uses I had to adapt my plans to fit his schedule --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 26 Apr 2023 | 228. Most Famous Political Assassinations in History! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:50 | |
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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!
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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.
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| 07 Aug 2023 | 256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:26 | |
7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ------ The Orkney Islands, a group of British Islands north of Scotland, are considering the possibility of leaving the UK, shocking the country. Let’s take a deeper look into Orkney’s unique history and some possibilities for its future! ------ 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/)
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| 03 May 2021 | 73. The Weird Language of English Newspapers! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:46 | |
In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to introduce you all to the weird language of English newspapers. Newspapers are full of words, vocabulary, grammar, and types of sentences that we normally don’t use in everyday life. And for this reason, it can be difficult for English learners to understand journalism. Hopefully, by the end of this episode, you will have a clearer understanding of Journalese!! Similar Episodes!!47. How to Improve Your Written English (According to the Great Writer George Orwell!) 59. 5 Books Recommendations to Improve Your English! 35. How to improve your writing skills! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary List Tabloid (n) - a type of popular newspaper with small pages that has many pictures and short, simple reports In the UK, the Sun is the most popular tabloid Confrontation (n) - a fight or argument There were violent confrontations between police and demonstrators intransitive verb (n) - a verb which does not have or need an object In the sentence “I tried to persuade him, but he wouldn’t come”, “come” is an intransitive verb Intentionally (adv) - with a plan or purpose The company was accused of intentionally dumping garbage into the river Ambiguous (adj) - having or expressing more than one possible meaning, sometimes, intentionally His reply to my question was somewhat ambiguous To convince (v) - to persuade someone or make someone certain I hope this will convince you to change your mind Abbreviate (v) - to shorten a word or words, or to make something shorter We had to abbreviate the names of the states Subtle (adj) - not loud, bright, noticeable, or obvious in any way The room was painted a subtle shade of pink --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | 290. What is the Gig Economy? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:27:08 | |
Gig work, freelancers, independent contractors, and the gig economy. These are terms that are becoming increasingly relevant to the way we work in the 21st century. Today, I want to take a deeper look at the gig economy. We’ll define some key vocabulary, look at the history and development of the gig economy, discuss some criticisms and think about the future of work!
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| 21 Oct 2024 | If China Had Been the First Industrial Country… - The Third Conditional (English Grammar Lesson) | 00:13:52 | |
Imagine if China had been the first country to industrialise and modernise. How different would the world look? What culture would be dominant? How would history have changed? Would technology and industry still be recognisable? In order to talk about this, and similar topics focused on unreal situations in the past, we need to understand and know how to use the third conditional grammar. My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/ Blog - https://www.thinkinginenglish.blog Borough by Blue Dot Sessions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 17 Nov 2021 | 118. What is the Great Resignation?: Why are Millions of People Quitting Their Jobs? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:16:41 | |
Millions of people are quitting their jobs in the West. So many, in fact, that there are numerous articles and news reports talking about something called the Great Resignation! Why are people quitting their jobs? What are the causes of the situation? Is it as simple as some articles make it sound? Let’s talk about it on today’s episode of Thinking in English!! You may also like...115. Artificial Intelligence Explained!: Is AI Bad for Society? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 114. ‘Parasite’, ‘Squid Games’, and ‘BTS’: The Korean Wave Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTo dread (v) - to feel extremely worried or frightened about something that is going to happen or that might happen He’s dreading taking that exam Voluntarily (adv) - in a voluntary way (done, made, or given willingly) If you don’t leave voluntarily then we will call security In-depth (adj) - done carefully and in great detail He wrote a really good in-depth report Sceptical (adj) - doubtful that something is true or useful Many experts remain sceptical about/of his claims Generalisation (n) - a written or spoken statement in which you say or write that something is true all of the time when it is only true some of the time Generalizations can be dangerous Oversimplification (n) - the action of describing or explaining something in such a simple way that it is no longer correct or true The book was full of oversimplifications White collar (adj) - relating to people who work in offices, doing work that needs mental rather than physical effort Salaries for white collar workers are not increasing Blue collar (adj) - blue collar workers do work needing strength or physical skill rather than office work This union represent thousands of blue collar workers --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | Becoming Bilingual, Feminism, and Inequality in Japan! w/ Sneakysmol (English Conversation) | 00:34:40 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ I am incredibly fortunate to be joined on the podcast by my friend Honoka – also known as @sneakysmol on Instagram. Honoka was born and raised in Japan, but everyone assumes she is American due to her accent and native English level. We talked about how she was raised bilingual despite never living overseas, and Honoka gave some really useful advice on how to help children learn English naturally! Honoka also runs a popular and bilingual Instagram page focused on Japanese feminism, so we also discussed Japan’s recent performance in the gender inequality rankings and tried to explain why Japan is so unequal. You may also like...How to Become an Advanced Language Learner?! w/ James Brock (English Conversation) Learning English From the News?!? (with SEND7 Podcast) Sanam Monteiro: Creative Writing, Making Mistakes, and Learning English! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 18 Nov 2024 | 320. What is the 2024 Word of the Year? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:04 | |
Use Code THINKING50 for up to 50% off a Lingoda English class! Click this link for a Discount and 7 Day Free Trial! https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglish Collins English Dictionary has just announced the 2024 Word of the Year. Let's discuss this word, as well as some of the runners up, in today's Thinking in English episode! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/11/18/320-what-is-the-2024-word-of-the-year-english-vocabulary-lesson/ WOTY - https://www.collinsdictionary.com/woty My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - https://www.thinkinginenglish.blog Borough by Blue Dot Sessions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 25 Jan 2021 | 45. Eight More Business English Idioms!! | 00:16:43 | |
In this episode, I am going to introduce eight idioms that are commonly used in business situations. One of the major problems language learners face when working in a native English environment is recognising and comprehending idioms. Even if you are not interested in business, these idioms are used in many different situations and contexts! Whether you are studying, working, living, and or just enjoying English, these idioms will be perfect for you! TRANCRIPT: https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/25/45-eight-more-business-english-idioms/ Previous Episodes! http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/11/19-eight-useful-business-english-idioms/ INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com VOCABULARY LIST Frequently (adv) - often The buses run less frequently on Sundays To originate (v) - to come from a particular place, time, situation, etc Although the game originated in the UK, it has become an international sport Elaborate (adj) - containing a lot of careful detail or many detailed parts They are making elaborate preparations for their wedding Flaw (n) - a fault, mistake, or weakness, especially one that happens while something is being planned or made, or that causes something not to be perfect This report is full of flaws Dependent (adj) - needing the support of something or someone in order to continue existing or operating It’s very easy to become dependent on sleeping pills To concentrate (v) - to direct your attention or your efforts towards a particular activity, subject, or problem Many wine producers have concentrated their efforts on producing higher quality wine Bureaucracy (n) - a system for controlling or managing a country, company, or organization, that is operated by a large number of officials employed to follow rules carefully I had to deal with the university’s bureaucracy when I was applying for financial aid --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 11 Aug 2024 | 309. What are Sugar Taxes? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:42 | |
A recent report has revealed that the UK sugar tax introduced in 2018 has been very effective at reducing the amount of sugar consumed by both adults and children in the country. Today, I’d like to take a deeper look at sugar taxes. What are they? How do they work? Where are they used? Are sugar taxes good? Or bad? Or should they be even more extensive? Let’s discuss this today! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/08/12/309-what-are-sugar-taxes-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - https://www.thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary
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| 20 Jan 2021 | 44. Is Binge-Watching Bad for You? | 00:15:33 | |
Everyone has binge-watched a TV show. Only a few weeks ago, I watched the Netflix show the Queen's Gambit in only 3 days. However, is binge-watching actually bad for you? In this episode, of thinking in English, we will look at what binge-watching is and then think about the benefits and consequences of doing it! Hopefully, by the end of the episode you will be able to express your own opinion on the topic. TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/20/44-is-binge-watching-bad-for-you/ INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com VOCABULARY LISTSitting (n) - a limited period of time during which you sit and do a particular activity I read that book in one sitting Cliffhanger (n) - a story or a situation that is exciting because its ending or result is uncertain until it happens Many of Hitchcock’s films are real cliffhangers To indulge (v) - to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for you I love champagne but i don’t often indulge myself To admit (v) - to agree that something is true, especially unwillingly She admitted making a mistake Perspective (n) - a particular way of considering something Her attitude lends a fresh perspective to the subject Beneficial (adj) - helpful, useful, or good A stay in the countryside will be beneficial to his health Excessive (adj) - too much Excessive exercise can sometimes cause health problems Insomnia (n) - the condition of being unable to sleep, over a period of time She suffered from insomnia caused by stress at work Fulfilling (adj) - making you feel happy and satisfied Nursing is hard work, but it can be very fulfilling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 14 Sep 2022 | 172. What Happens When the Queen Dies? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:19:35 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ The UK is currently preparing for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last week at the age of 96. While the death of the Queen came as a shock, the government and Royal Family have been preparing for this moment for decades. Today, let’s discuss what happens when a British monarch passes away! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/14/what-happens-when-the-queen-dies/ You may also like...171. The Life of Queen Elizabeth II (English Vocabulary Lesson) Every Royal Word You Need to Know! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 120. Why Did Barbados Become a Republic? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 67. Who was Prince Philip? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListAccession (n) – the time when someone starts a position of authority, especially a king or a queen 1952 was the year of Queen Elizabeth’s accession to the throne Half-mast (n) – a flag that is at half mast has been brought down to a point halfway down the pole as an expression of sadness at someone’s death The flags at Buckingham Palace were all flying at half-mast Sombre (adj) – serious, sad, and without humour or entertainment The funeral was a sombre occasion Oath (n) – a promise that you will tell the truth or that you will do what you have said Presidents take an oath to uphold the constitution Proclamation (n) – an official announcement The proclamation of the new king was announced around the UK To pay (one’s) respects (idiom) – to offer or express one’s condolences or sympathy, particuarly to someone’s family following their death Thousands of people are expected to pay their respects to the Queen Procession (n) – a line of people who are all walking or travelling in the same direction, especially in a formal way The funeral procession will start at 10am To line a street (idiom) – if people or things line a road, they are present in large in numbers along its edges or sides Millions of people will line the streets of London --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | 157. Why Do Countries Change Their Names? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:16:32 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Sometimes a country will change its name. In recent years, Swaziland became Eswatini, Cape Verde became Cabo Verde, and Turkey is now Türkiye! But why do countries change their names? Let’s discuss this today on Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT --- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/06/27/why-do-countries-change-their-names/ You may also like...156. Should Owning a Dog Be Illegal!?!? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Learning English From the News?!? (with SEND7 Podcast) How to Improve Your PUBLIC SPEAKING! 155. What is an Endangered Language? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListIntention (n) - something that you want and plan to do It wasn’t my intention to exclude her from the party - I just forgot her Anglicised (adj) - made English in sound, appearance, or character Immigrants to the US often anglicised their names Pride (n) - feelings of worth and respect The country’s national pride has been damaged by sporting failures Synonymous (adj) - having the same meaning The words “ annoyed” and “irritated” are synonymous To adopt (v) - to accept or start to use something new I think it is time to adopt a new approach to climate change To ditch (v) - to get rid of something that is no longer wanted The criminals ditched the stolen car in a different town To signal (v) - to show that you intend or are ready to do something The death of Chairman Mao signalled the end of an era in Chinese history Long-standing (adj) - having existed for a long time He broke our long-standing agreement --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 30 Jun 2021 | The 'Rona', 'Covidiots', and 'Quarantinis': Covid-19 Slang (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:06:06 | |
Today, I want to introduce some common slang that English speakers are using to talk about Covid-19 and the pandemic! 32. The Oxford Dictionary Words of the Year 2020! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 24 Nov 2020 | 25. Who am I?? My self introduction and why I started Thinking in English! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:15:49 | |
To celebrate the 25th episode of Thinking in English, today I've made a slightly different episode! I decided it's time to introduce myself to all of the listeners, let you know my background, and talk about why I started Thinking in English!! Transcript! - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/24/25-who-am-i-my-self-introduction-and-why-i-started-thinking-in-english-english-vocabulary-lesson/ Contact Us!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListMilestone (n) - an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s life We’ve been married now for 20 years, a real milestone Stereotypical (adj) - with the qualities that people usually expect of a particular type of person or thing, although this idea may be wrong Managers need to leave behind their stereotypical ideas about women Institution (n) - a large and important organization, such as a university or bank This institution is over 800 years old! To fascinate (v) - to interest someone a lot Science has always fascinated me! To comprehend (v) - to understand something completely He doesn’t seem to comprehend the scale of the problem! Colonial (adj) - relating to a colony or colonisation Various parts of Africa have suffered under colonial rule! Dissertation (n) - a long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one that is done in order to receive a degree at college or university Ann did her dissertation on Karl Marx Immense (adj) - extremely large in size or degree They spent an immense amount of time getting the room ready for their guests! Indigenous (adj) - naturally existing in a place or country rather than arriving from another place The indigenous people of Australia have suffered for many years! To scupper (v) - to cause something such as a plan or an opportunity to fail Arriving late for the interview scuppered my chances of getting the job! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | 241. What is Environmental Terrorism?: The Collapse of Ukraine’s Largest Dam! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:22:12 | |
7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ The largest dam in Ukraine collapsed, and it is likely the disaster was due to a deliberate attack. If it was deliberate, it would one of the most severe acts of environmental terrorism in history. Let’s discuss the collapse, talk about environmental terrorism, and discuss the risks and history of destroying the environment in war and conflicts! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/06/12/241-what-is-environmental-terrorism/ 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/) Vocabulary
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| 04 Feb 2022 | 133. Why Is Indonesia Changing Capital City? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:17:59 | |
Indonesia will soon move its capital city to a new location! Why has Indonesia had to make this decision? And why did they choose this location? Is Indonesia the first country to change capitals? Let's answer these questions on today's episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/04/133-why-is-indonesia-changing-capital-city/ You may also like...132. Pros and Cons of Mandatory National Service! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 131. Tonga’s Volcanic Eruption Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 130. The Mystery Illness Affecting Western Diplomats!: What is Havana Syndrome? 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary ListBucket list (n) - a list of the things that a person would like to do or achieve before they die Visiting the Great Wall of China is on my bucket list Unsuitable (adj) - not acceptable, suitable, or right The TV show was considered unsuitable for children To submerge (v) - to go below or make something go below the surface of water The athlete submerges himself in an ice bath every day Warped (adj) - bent because of damage by heat or water Have you noticed how warped the floor is? To pump (v) - to force liquid or gas to move somewhere The new wine is pumped into storage tanks Extraction (n) - the process of removing something The extraction of resources has damaged the environment Archipelago (n) - a group of small islands or an area of sea in which there are many small islands Hawaii is an archipelago Dependent (adj) - needing the support of something or someone in order to continue existing or operating He has become dependent on alcohol Administrative (adj) - relating to the work of managing or organising a business or activity The administrative costs are increasing every year --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 23 Jun 2021 | English Riddle Challenge (Mini Episode 1) | 00:04:23 | |
Today, I’m going to give you all a challenge! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/06/23/3-english-riddles/ INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Riddle 1What has a face and two hands but no arms or legs?Riddle 2What occurs once in a minute, twice in a moment and never in one thousand years?Riddle 3What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 25 Aug 2021 | 96. What are the Paralympic Games?: Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:32 | |
On Tuesday 24th of August, the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games will be held! Although the Paralympics tend to attract less attention than their more famous counterparts, the Olympic Games, they are an excellent showcase of incredible athletes with amazing stories. This episode of Thinking in English will introduce what the Paralympics are, some of the history behind the competition, and end by discussing the potential legacy of Tokyo 2020! You may also like...88. Why are the Tokyo 2020 Olympics so controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListPacked (adj) - completely full The train was so packed that I couldn’t find a seat Spine-tingling (adj) - very special and exciting Watching Usain Bolt win the Olympic hundred metres was one of those spine-tingling moments Amputee (n) - a person who has had an arm or leg cut off due to illness or injury As he is an amputee, he uses a special blade to help him run Impairment (n) - the state of being impaired in some way so that something is weaker and less effective The law bans discrimination against anyone with a mental or physical impairment Rehabilitation (n) - the process of returning to a healthy or good way of life Many amputees in the early stages of their rehabilitation feel despair Ingenuity (n) - someone’s ability to think of clever new ways of doing something I was impressed by the ingenuity of the contestants Legacy (n) - a situation that has developed as a result of past actions and decisions The success of the Olympic Games left a lasting legacy of benefit to the city Inclusive (adj) - an inclusive group or organization tries to include many different types of people and treat them all fairly and equally Our aim is to create a fairer, more inclusive society --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 09 Nov 2022 | How to Ask Better Questions in English? (English Advice) | 00:22:37 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Check Out the NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/11/09/how-to-ask-better-questions-in-english/ Do you know how to ask great questions? You will by the end of today’s episode! You may also like... What Is “Burnout”? And How Can You Avoid It While Studying English? How to Learn English from Podcasts! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 20 Oct 2021 | 111. Should We Still Use the Death Penalty?: English Language Debate (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:24 | |
How should we punish criminals? Should we have the death penalty for the worst crimes? Or is the death penalty unacceptable in our modern societies? These kind of questions have puzzled thinkers for centuries, but the death penalty continues to be one of the most controversial and debated issues of the 21st century. Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/10/20/111-should-we-still-use-the-death-penalty-english-language-debate-english-vocabulary-lesson/ You may also like...99. Should We Colonize Space? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 90. Should the Weekend be Longer?: The Four Day Working Week (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTo punish (v) - to cause someone who has done something wrong or committed a crime to suffer, by hurting them, forcing them to pay money, sending them to prison, etc The teacher punished his class by giving them extra work Rehabilitation (n) - the act of returning someone to a good, healthy, or normal life or condition after they have been in prison, been very ill, etc Prisons should focus on rehabilitation of prisoners so that they can lead normal lives when they leave prison Execution (n) - the legal punishment of killing someone Execution is still the penalty in some countries for murder Abolition (n) - the act of ending an activity or custom officially He fought for the abolition of the death penalty in Britain Disproportionately (adv) - in a way that is too large or too small in relation to something else The disease disproportionately affects young men Retribution (n) - deserved and severe punishment He was seeking retribution for the crime committed against him Justice (n) - fairness in the way people are dealt with; the system of laws in a country that judges and punishes people The police are doing all they can do to bring those responsible for the crime to justice Innocent (adj) - not guilty of a particular crime I firmly believe that she is innocent of the crime --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 22 Oct 2021 | How to Describe Pain in English!! Essential Vocabulary and Phrases (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:15:07 | |
On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s learn some new ways to talk about and describe pain in English! You may also be interested in...5 Essential English Proverbs – Perfect for ESL Learners! (English Vocabulary Lesson) More than delicious: Advanced Food Vocabulary (English Vocabulary Lesson) ‘Fat Cats,’ ‘Cat Naps,’ and ‘Doggy Bags’: Dog and Cat Idioms! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | 271. More Ways To Remember English Vocabulary! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:22:20 | |
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| 18 Oct 2021 | 110. Why do Authoritarian Countries Buy Football Clubs?: Saudi Arabia and the Purchase of Newcastle United! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:14 | |
At the beginning of October, English football club Newcastle United were taken over by a Saudi Arabian supported investment fund, and over night became one of the world’s richest sport teams. But why do authoritarian governments like to buy football clubs? Let’s discuss this, and learn some new vocabulary, on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/10/18/110-why-do-authoritarian-countries-buy-football-clubs-saudi-arabias-purchase-of-newcastle-united-english-vocabulary-lesson/ You may also like…69. The European Super League: Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 57. Is Democracy Dying?: Freedom House 2021 Report (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTakeover (n) – a situation in which a company gets control of another company by buying enough of its shares The company has decided not to go through with the takeover of its smaller rival Dispute (n) – an argument or disagreement, especially an official one India and Pakistan nearly went to war over a border dispute Rumoured (adj) – used to describe an unofficial, interesting story or piece of news that might be true or invented, and that is communicated quickly from person to person The rumoured plan to sell the company never actually took place Asset (n) – something valuable belonging to a person or organization that can be used for the payment of debts A company’s assets can consist of cash, investments, specialist knowledge, or copyright material To diversify (v) – to start producing a range of different types of products or services, or to invest in a range of different investments, in order to reduce risk Farmers are increasingly diversifying into other activities to supplement their incomes Piracy (n) – the act of illegally copying a computer program, music, a film etc, and selling it Record companies have tried to combat internet piracy Distract (v) – to make someone stop giving their attention to something Stop distracting your sister from her studies! Authoritarian (adj) – demanding that people obey completely and refusing to allow them freedom to act as they wish That country has struggled economically under an authoritarian leader Oligarch (n) – one of a small group of powerful people who control a country or an industry The story of how new Russian oligarchs amassed enormous fortunes when the Soviet Union broke up is fascinating | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | 306. Pennies, Cents, and Small Change: A Waste of Money? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:25:03 | |
What is the smallest and least valuable coin used in your country? Could you imagine your currency without that coin? Should we remove these small value coins from our money? Let’s discuss this topic, while learning lots of economic vocabulary, in today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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| 06 Apr 2022 | 146. What is Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:47 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ In March, Florida passed a controversial new law which has been given the nickname the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. What does this new law do? Why is it controversial? And why did Florida pass such a controversial law now? Let’s discuss these questions and more on the Thinking in English podcast! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/06/what-is-floridas-dont-say-gay-bill/ You may also like...145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary ListBill (n) - a planned new law that is being discussed before voted on When a bill is passed in Parliament it becomes law Progressive (adj) - progressive ideas or systems are new and modern, encouraging changes in society He has very progressive ideas, which is surprising considering his conservative family LGBT (adj) - abbreviation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender She has been a campaigner for LGBT rights To decriminalise (v) - to stop something from being illegal Many US states have now decriminalised marijuana Legislature (n) - the group of people who have the power to make and change laws Parliament is the UK’s legislature Opt out (phrasal v) - to choose not to be part of an activity or to stop being involved in it Employees can choose to opt out of the pension scheme sexual orientation (n) - the fact of someone preferring to have sexual relationships either with men, or with women, or with both It is now illegal in many countries to discriminate against someone based on sexual orientation Worded (adj) - said or written with particular words The politician released a carefully worded statement Spontaneous (adj) - happening or done in a natural, often sudden way, without any planning or without being forced The audience broke into spontaneous applause Incidental (adj) - happening by chance His influence on younger employees was incidental, not intentional --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 29 Jul 2024 | 307. What is a Whistleblower? Are Whistleblowers Heroes or Villains? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:09 | |
Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks and leaker of government secrets, has been in the news again recently as he tries to stop his extradition to the USA. Reading about Assange made think in general about whistleblowers. What is a whistleblower? Is Julian Assange actually a whistleblower, or is he something different? And are people who reveal secret information heroes or villains? Let’s discuss this, and learns some very useful legal vocabulary, in today’s episode of Thinking in English! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/07/29/307-what-is-a-whistleblower-are-whistleblowers-heroes-or-villains-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - https://www.thinkinginenglish.blog VOCABULARY LIST
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| 04 Mar 2024 | 286. Who is Responsible for the Most Deaths in History?: The Story of Thomas Midgely Jr! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:29:06 | |
Join the Conversation Club TODAY! - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Today I want to tell you the story of Thomas Midgely Jr. He was a scientist, engineer, and incredibly successful inventor. His creations revolutionised transportation and made refrigerators and air conditioners possible. Unfortunately, his inventions were also incredibly harmful. They caused millions of deaths and perhaps harmed the world more than any other human creations. Let’s discuss why and how he is accidentally responsible for the most deaths in human history! My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - https://thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary
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| 13 Mar 2023 | 215. Should TikTok Be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:14 | |
Check Out English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts Over the past few months, the EU, USA, and Canada have all taken steps to ban the popular social media application TikTok. Why? Today, I’m going to explain why countries are considering banning TikTok, and ask whether or not it should be banned! Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary
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| 15 Mar 2021 | 59. 5 Books Recommendations to Improve Your English! | 00:17:02 | |
Reading is an incredibly important skill to learn and improve for all language students. You can build your vocabulary and grammar knowledge, discover new facts about different cultures and history, and enjoy yourself at the same time! It can be scary and frustrating when trying to choose your first English book, so in this episode I’m going to give you 5 classic novel recommendations that are all available as graded readers designed for English learners! Recommended Books The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn - https://amzn.to/30ONvgp (PAID LINK) The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (Graded Reader) - https://amzn.to/38Ehcp7 (PAID LINK) Animal Farm - https://amzn.to/3czhe2D (PAID LINK) Animal Farm (Graded Reader) - https://amzn.to/3bLQRr9 (PAID LINK) The Night Manager - https://amzn.to/3co1BL6 (PAID LINK) The Night Manager (Graded Reader) - https://amzn.to/3rRKoQU (PAID LINK) Great Expectations - https://amzn.to/3bKlJYQ (PAID LINK) Great Expectation (Graded Reader) - https://amzn.to/3bLeAHO (PAID LINK) Moby Dick - https://amzn.to/3vnwkk9 (PAID LINK) Moby Dick (Graded Reader) - https://amzn.to/2OXkPzu (PAID LINK) (I get commissions for purchases made through these links) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List To underestimate (v) - to fail to guess or understand the real cost, size, difficulty, etc. of something They’ve seriously underestimated the cost of the building project Rewarding (adj) - giving a reward, especially by making you feel satisfied that you have done something important or useful, or done something well Teaching is a really rewarding career Accomplishment (n) - something that is successful, or that is achieved after a lot of work or effort There’s a feeling of accomplishment from having a job and all that goes with it To simplify (v) - to make something less complicated and therefore easier to do or understand He tried to simplify the story for the younger audience To grade (v) - to separate people or things into different levels of quality, size, importance, etc. The fruit is washed and then graded by size Satire (n) - a way of criticizing people or ideas in a humorous way, especially in order to make a political point, or a piece of writing that uses this style Her play was a satire on life in the 1980s Undoubtedly (adv) - used to emphasize that something is true She was undoubtedly the best candidate --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 12 Nov 2021 | 116. Facebook’s Rebranding Explained!: Why Do Major Companies Change Their Names? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:14:20 | |
Facebook has changed its name to Meta. Why have they done this? And why do some major companies choose to rebrand after years of already being successful? Let’s talk about that on today’s episode of Thinking in English! You may also like...115. Artificial Intelligence Explained!: Is AI Bad for Society? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 114. ‘Parasite’, ‘Squid Games’, and ‘BTS’: The Korean Wave Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 113. The Last Chance to Save the World?: COP 26 Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTo launch (v) - to begin something such as a plan or introduce something new such as a product The airline will launch its new transatlantic service next month Corporate (adj) - relating to a business, especially a large business Once he started at the company, he moved rapidly up the corporate ladder To rebrand (v) - to change the way that an organization, company, or product is seen by the public We’ll show you how to rebrand your organisation in ten steps To confine (v) - to limit an activity, person, or prblem in some way Please confine your use of the phone to business calls only Immersive (adj) - seeming to surround the audience, player, etc, so that they feel completely involved in something They staged an immersive theatrical experience To merge (v) - to combine or joining together, or to cause things to do this They decided to merge the two companies into one To distance (v) - if you distance yourself from something, you try to become less involved or connected with it The president distanced himself from the extremists in the political party --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 15 Mar 2023 | 216. English Learning and Socrates: What Can We Learn from the Father of Western Philosphy? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:02 | |
Socrates is considered to be one of the founders of western philosphy and thought. Today, I want to look at his ideas and approach to asking questions, and then see if there are any lessons language learners like us can learn from Socrates! 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/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary
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| 15 Dec 2021 | 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:13:16 | |
10 years ago, Kim Jong Un became leader of North Korea after the death of his father. In the following decade, the secretive country and its leader have rarely been out of the news. Let’s discuss what happened during North Korea’s past decade in this episode of Thinking in English! You may also like...121. How to Start Your Own Country!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 120. Bye Bye Queen!: Why Did Barbados Become a Republic? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 119. Should 16 Year Olds Be Allowed To Vote?: Voting Ages explained!! (English Vocabulary lesson) 118. What is the Great Resignation?: Why are Millions of People Quitting Their Jobs? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListSecretive (adj) - If something or someone is secretive, they don’t want others to know anything about them She is very secretive about her age Personality Cult (n) - official organised love for a particular person, especially a political leader Stalin establish a personality cult in the Soviet Union To force (v) - to make something happen, or make someone do something difficult, unpleasant, or unusual, especially by threatening or not offering the possibility of choice I have to force myself to be nice to him Heir apparent (n) - the person with the automatic right to legally receive all or most of the money, property, titles, etc. from another person when they die The Prince of Wales is the heir apparent to the throne of England To purge (v) - to get rid of people from an organisation because you do not agree with them Party leaders have purged the political party of extremists Noticeable (adj) - easy to see or recognize There has been a noticeable improvement in James’s cooking Repressive (adj) - controlling what people do, especially by using force Myanmar was taken over by a repressive military regime Hardship (n) - a condition of life that causes difficulty or suffering The 1930s were a time of high unemployment and economic hardship --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 11 Nov 2024 | 319. What is the Nuclear Taboo?: 2024 Nobel Peace Prize Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:10 | |
Nihon Hidankyo, an organisation formed by survivors of the atomic bombs dropped on Japan in 1945, have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to raise awareness and create the nuclear taboo. Today, I want to talk about the nuclear taboo and other theories that try to explain why nuclear weapons have not been used since 1945! Let’s learn about international relations and learn some vocabulary at the same time. Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/11/11/319-what-is-the-nuclear-taboo-2024-nobel-peace-prize-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links
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| 20 Jul 2022 | 161. Who Will be the Next Prime Minister of the UK? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:46 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Boris Johnson has resigned as prime minister of the United Kingdom, and someone new will need to replace him! But we don’t currently know who the new prime minister will be! Today, I’m going to try and explain why Johnson resigned, how the new leader will be chosen, and explain some of the vocabulary needed to talk about British politics! You may also like...160. Why is Sri Lanka in Crisis? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 159. What is the Supreme Court? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 158. What was the Great Depression? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 157. Why Do Countries Change Their Names? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListStep down (phrasal v) - to leave an important job or position He has decided to step down as captain of the team Executive (n) - the part of government that is responsible for making certain that laws and decisions are put into action The Prime Minister is in charge of the British executive Scandal (n) - (an action or event that causes) a public feeling of shock and strong moral disapproval Their relationship caused a scandal in the office To grope (v) - to touch someone’s body, usually when the other person does not like it He was groped by a man at the bar Accusation (n) - a statement saying that someone has done something morally wrong, illegal, or unkind He made accusations against his former employers To handle (v) - to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of I thought he handled the situation very well To nominate(v) - to officially suggest someone for an election, job, position, or honour Would you like to nominate anyone for director? Candidate (n) - a person who is competing to get a job or elected position There are three candidates standing in the election --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 11 Jan 2021 | 41. Donald Trump, Twitter, and Free Speech (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:16:04 | |
As I'm sure you already know, a riot broke out in the capital of the USA recently as Donald Trump supporters invaded the US Congress. In the aftermath, Trump has been removed and banned from numerous social media platforms. On today’s episode, we will look at the events of January 6th, and then discuss the idea of free speech. Free speech has been a major talking point after the banning of Trump. Should social media sites have the right to ban users because of what they say or believe? INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com VOCABULARY LIST To evacuate (v) - to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe The police evacuated the village shortly after the explosion To discredit (v) - to cause people to stop respecting someone or believing in an idea of person Evidence of links with criminals discredited the mayor To intimidate (v) - to frighten or threaten someone, usually in order to persuade them to so something that you want them to do They were intimidated into accepting a pay cut by the threat of losing their jobs To cover (v) - to report the news about a particular important event She is covering the American election for BBC television To excuse (v) - to forgive someone We cannot excuse him for these crimes Freely (adv) - without being controlled or limited Exotic foods are freely available in supermarkets To moderate (v) - to manage a public discussion The local TV anchorman is going to moderate the debate Personality (n) - a famous person The show is hosted by a popular TV personality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | 278. The History of Fish and Chips! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:28 | |
Fish and chips is the most iconic, and one of the most popular, dishes from the United Kingdom. Today, let me give you a detailed explanation of the origins, history, and variations of this classic meal! My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Lingoda Language Sprint - https://try.lingoda.com/English2024 Use my code - ENGLISH2024 - to save $25! Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List
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| 22 Mar 2021 | 61. What is the Happiest Country in the World?: 2021 World Happiness Report (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:17:00 | |
Where is the happiest country in the world? How can we measure happiness? Is happiness a good way to compare countries? Has the ongoing pandemic affected people's happiness all over the world? These questions might seem a little complicated to answer, but fortunately for us the World Happiness Report 2021 was released last week! In this episode we’ll talk about the results of their rankings and discuss their findings on global happiness! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/03/22/61-what-is-the-happiest-country-in-the-world-2021-world-happiness-report-english-vocabulary-lesson/ https://worldhappiness.report/ed/2021/ INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Corruption (n) - illegal, bad, or dishonest behaviour, especially by people in positions of power Political corruption is widespread throughout that country Obsessed (adj) - unable to stop thinking about something; too interest in or worried about something Why are people so obsessed with money? Evaluation (n) - A judgment or calculation of the quality, importance, amount, or value of something Student evaluations of the class will be collected next week Mutual (adj) - (of two or more people or groups) feeling the same emotion, or doing the same thing to or for each other Their partnerships was based on mutual trust, respect, and understanding Stringent (adj) - having a very severe effect, or being extremely limiting We need to introduce more stringent security measures such as identity cards To buffer (v) - to provide protection against harm People’s concerns were buffered by the government’s strong actions Morale (n) - the amount of confidence felt by a person or group of people, especially when in a dangerous or difficult situation A couple of victories would improve the team's morale enormously Frequency (n) - the number of times something happens within a particular period Complaints about the frequency of buses rose in the last year Solidarity (n) - agreement between, and support, for the members of a group The purpose of the speech was to show solidarity with the country’s leaders --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 22 Nov 2020 | 24. Virgin Hyperloop and The Future of Transportation! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:13:07 | |
On today’s episode I want to look at the future of transport! Virgin Hyperloop trialled their new technology earlier this month, raising a number of questions about how we will move around in the future. Will cars no longer be needed? How will we travel? Is hyperloop the solution? These questions, and more, will be answered on today’s episode of Thinking in English!! Transcript Available!!! - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/22/24-virgin-hyperloop-and-the-future-of-transportation-english-vocabulary-lesson/ Contact Us!!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary list urban (adj) - relating to towns and cities Over 82% of Texans live in urban areas congested (adj) - to be crowded or blocked; congested road have too much traffic and it is difficult to move Congested roads are normal on holiday weekends To trial (v) - to test something in a formal way to discover how effective or suitable it is We will trial the new drug in several hospitals Pod (n) - a detachable or self-contained unit on an aircraft, spacecraft, vehicle, or vessel, having a particular function The spacecraft has an escape pod for two people vacuum (n) - a space without any gas or other matter in it, or a space from which most of the air or gas has been removed Edison knew that he had to create a vacuum inside the lightbulb levitation (n) - the act of rising or floating, or making someone rise or float, in the air without any physical support Some superheroes have the power of levitation To exceed (v) - To be greater than a number or amount, or to go past an allowed limit The final cost should not exceed $5000 hypothetical (adj) - imagined or suggested but not necessarily real or true Estimated return is based on a hypothetical $1000 investment To project (v) - to calculate an amount or number expected in the future from information already known Government spending is projected to rise by three percent next year Comprehension Questions Q. What speed did this month's hyperloop test reach? A. 107 mph or 172 kmph Q. How long will it take you to travel from Abu Dhabi to Dubai using hyperloop? A. 12 minutes Q. Who first suggested the idea of hyperloop? A. Elon Musk --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 04 Oct 2020 | 3. Life on Venus? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:12:08 | |
FULL TRANSCRIPT NOW AVAILABLE: https://thinkinginenglish741418158.wordpress.com/ On today’s episode, we will discuss the recent discovery of signs of life on the Planet Venus, talk about why it is surprising, and think about whether searching for alien life is important. Check out our social media and send us a message! Email: thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Vocabulary List Phosphine (n) - a gas, a mixture of hydrogen and phosphorus Extraterrestrial (adj) - not from the planet earth In those rocks may lie the best chance of finding extraterrestrial life atmosphere (n) - mixture of gases around a planet These factories are releasing toxic gases into the atmosphere Astrobiologist (n) - a scientist studying the possibility of life in other parts of the universe Astrobiologists believe there may be life on Saturn’s moon Titan inhospitable (adj) - an area not suitable to live in Nothing can live in this inhospitable environment Scorching (adj) - very hot it was a scorching summer day habitability (n) - potential for life to live on a planet They are using this telescope to determine that planets habitability To flourish (v) - grow or develop healthily Parts of the city continue to flourish Desolate (adj) - empty and not attractive, with no people or nothing pleasant in it The house stood in a bleak and desolate landscape Comprehension Questions Q. What gas has been discovered in the atmosphere of Venus? A. Phosphine Q. How hot can the surface of Venus be? A. Up to 470 degree Celsius Q. What country’s spacecraft is currently orbiting Venus? A. Japan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 10 May 2023 | 232. What is the Best Method to Improve Your English Reading Ability? | 00:31:10 | |
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! 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/) Timestamps 00:00 Patreon 00:30 Introduction 01:27 Main Section 29:07 Conclusion --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 23 Dec 2020 | 36. Christmas Special: Christmas Idioms, Phrases, and Sayings (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:14:03 | |
Hello and Merry Christmas! This episode is probably being released on Christmas eve, so there is no better time to learn some Christmassy words!! Learn some festive themed idioms, phrases, and sayings to boost your Christmas vocabulary! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary list Intrinsic (adj) - being an extremely important and basic characteristic of a person or thing Maths is an intrinsic part of the school curriculum To associate (v) - to connect someone or something in your mind with someone or something else Most people associate this brand with good quality Ecstatic (adj) - extremely happy The new president was greeted by an ecstatic crowd Loosely (adv) - not exactly The film is loosely based on a novel by John Smith Illogical (adj) - not reasonable, wise, or practical, usually because directed by the emotions rather than by careful thought It is an illogical statement, because if one part is true, then the other must be false Insignificant (adj) - small or not noticeable, and therefore not considered important Why bother arguing about such an insignificant amount of money? Intention (n) - something that you want and plan to do I’ve no intention of changing my plans just to fit in with his --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | 293. History of Coffee! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:23:06 | |
What is coffee? Who was the first person to think of creating a drink from coffee beans? How did coffee spread from the forests of East Africa to almost every town on earth? And what is the future of the coffee industry? Let’s discuss these questions and more on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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| 23 May 2022 | How to be an ACTIVE English Learner!! | 00:21:39 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today’s episode of Thinking in English, I’m going to talk about active learning. Active learning is the best way to study and improve your English ability, but most language learners do not learn actively. How can you become an active English learner? Keep listening to find out! FULL TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/05/23/how-to-be-an-active-english-learner/ You may also like...Does it Always Rain in England??: British Stereotypes Explained! 152. Why are the Falkland Islands so Controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 151. What is Roe v. Wade? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 150. How to Stop Procrastinating!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 08 Nov 2021 | “Stab in the back,” “Back to the wall,” “Behind your back”: 6 Essential ‘Back’ Idioms (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:08:59 | |
On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s learn some useful idioms revolving around your ‘back!’ You may also like...“When pigs fly:” Essential English Idioms, Expressions, and Proverbs! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Behind (one’s) back Cover (one’s) back Back to the wall Scratch (one’s) back Stab in the back Watch (someone’s) back --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 22 Aug 2022 | 166. Afghanistan: One Year Later! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:16:44 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ One year ago, the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan. At the time, people were unsure what the future held for central Asian country – would the Taliban reintroduce their strict and severe policies? What would happen to the Afghan economy? How about women’s rights? Let’s discuss what has happened during the Taliban’s first year in control of Afghanistan! You may also like...165. Why is Ireland Divided? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Is Social Media Useful for Language Learning? w/ Stew Sensei (English Conversation) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListTo fall (v) – if a place falls in a war or an election, an enemy army or a different political party gets control of it Rome fell in the year 455 AD Repercussion (n) – the effect that an action, event, or decision has on something, especially a bad effect He never thinks about the repercussions of his actions Reliant (adj) – needing a particular thing or person in order to continue, to work correctly, or to succeed The project is heavily reliant on volunteers To freeze (v) – to officially and legally prevent money or property from being used or moved The government froze the criminals’ assets Violation (n) – an action that breaks or acts against something, especially a law, agreement, principle, or something that should be treated with respect The invasion is a clear violation of international law To diminish (v) -to reduce or be reduced in size of importance Our house has diminished in value over the last six months Malnutrition (n) -physical weakness and bad health caused by having too little food, or too little of the types of food necessary for good health Many refugees are suffering from severe malnutrition Insurgency (n) – an occasion when a group of people attempt to take control of their country by force The government is reported to be concerned about the growing insurgency in the South --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 16 Jun 2021 | 86. The Best Way to Master English?: Everything You Need to Know About Language Exchanges! | 00:24:59 | |
The best way to improve your English is by speaking as regularly as possible. But, for many of you, it might be difficult to find people or opportunities to practice speaking. So, on this episode of Thinking in English I am going to provide a detailed introduction to language exchanges, explain how to find conversation partners, and give you some tips to make sure you have the best experience possible! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListProficiency (n) - skill, ability, and experience The job ad said they wanted proficiency in at least two languages Competence (n) - the ability to do something well Her competence as a teacher is unquestionable Intuitive (adj) - understandable without needing to think about it or justify it Most people have an intuitive sense of right and wrong To resemble (v) - to look like or be like someone or something You resemble your mother Uncomfortable (adj) - not feeling, or making you feel, comfortable and pleasant; embarrassing These shoes are really uncomfortable To filter (v) - to remove or select a particular type of information from something Most email apps use spam filtering tools To fill out (phrasal v) - to write or type information in spaces that are provided for it You must fill out your tax returns before September! Prompt (n) - something used to help you remember things or inspire discussion The actor forgot his lines, so the director gave him a prompt. Conscious (adj) - being aware of or worried about something Consumers aren’t as conscious of prices as they were last year --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 14 Dec 2020 | 33. How to ask excellent questions! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:17:41 | |
On today’s episode, we are going to look at how to ask great questions! Asking questions is one of the most important skills in daily life, but most people do not realise we can practice and improve! I’ll look at why questions are important, the mistakes we often make when asking questions, and then some tips on how to improve! CONTACT US!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary List To clarify (v) - to make something clear or easier to understand by giving more details or a simpler explanation Could you clarify the first point please? I don’t understand it completely. Tremendous (adj) - very great in amount or level, or extremely good They were making a tremendous amount of noise last night respective (adj) - relating or belonging to each of the separate people or things you have just mentioned Everyone would walk to school together then afterwards we’d go to our respective classes To fuel (v) - something that fuels a feeling or a type of behaviour increases it or makes it stronger The president’s speech fuelled speculation that she is about to resign eager (adj) - wanting very much to do or have something, especially something interesting or enjoyable He is very eager to meet you apathetic (adj) - showing no interest or energy and unwilling to take action, especially over something important Young people today are so apathetic about politics To bias (v) - to cause someone or something to have a bias (bias is the action of supporting or opposing a particular person or thing in an unfair way, because of allowing personal opinions to influence your judgement) I don’t want to bias your judgement! Intrusive (adj) - affecting someone in a way that annoys them or makes them feel uncomfortable The journalists intrusive questioning made me uncomfortable transparent (adj) - open and honest, without secrets We are committed to being totally transparent about our decisions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 04 Apr 2022 | What is the Point in Studying Latin? w/ Village Green English | 00:35:25 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What is the point of studying an ancient language? Should the government fund Latin study? And what are the connections between Latin and English? Hopefully, we will answer all these questions in today’s episode! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/04/what-is-the-point-in-studying-latin/ Check Out Thomas and Village Green English! Check out their YouTube Channel Follow them on Instagram! - villagegreenenglish You may also like...What are Phantonyms? And What are False Friends? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog VOCABULARY LIST -- go to thinkinginenglish.blog (I couldn't fit it in the description) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 04 May 2022 | 150. How to Stop Procrastinating!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:22 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What is procrastination? Why do we wait until the last minute to complete tasks? And how can we stop procrastinating? On today’s episode of Thinking in English let’s discuss these questions and more! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/05/04/how-to-stop-procrastinating/ You may also like…https://hbr.org/2017/10/5-research-based-strategies-for-overcoming-procrastination Does Your English Accent Matter? w/ Dan Sensei (English Conversation Lesson) Tips For University Applications and How to Improve Your Listening: Answering Your Questions! 149. Should Cannabis be Legal? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 148. What is a Trade Union? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListTo delay (v) – to make something happen at a later time than originally planned or expected My plane was delayed by another hour Deadline (n) – a time or day by which something must be done The deadline for applications was April 15th To sabotage (v) – to intentionally prevent the success of a plan or action She tried to sabotage her colleagues’ careers! Due (adj) – expected to happen or arrive at a particular time The homework is due by midnight tomorrow To overestimate (v) – to guess an amount that is too high or a size that is too big I overestimated how much food to buy for the party… there is so much left over! To underestimate (v) – to fail to guess or understand the real cost, size, difficulty, etc. of something He seriously underestimated the cost of building his own house frame of mind (phrase) – someone’s mood or the particular way someone thinks or feels about something I was not in the right frame of mind to continue Trigger (n) – an event or situation, etc. that causes something to start There are fears that the incident may trigger more protests in the capital city Daunting (adj) – if something is daunting it makes you feel slightly frightened or worried about your abilities to achieve something Reforming the political system is a daunting task | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | 314. How to Negotiate in English! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:22:49 | |
Negotiations are important parts of our lives, whether we are buying a house, asking for a higher salary, or trying to convince your family to go on vacation. Today let’s take a look at negotiations. We’ll discuss different types of negotiation, some of the key negotiation theories, and think about how we can negotiate in English!
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| 16 Jan 2023 | 199. The Wealthiest People in History! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:25:31 | |
JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast ENGLISH CLASSES - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ Last week I talked about Mansa Musa, an African King with indescribable wealth. Today, I’m going to discuss more of the wealthiest people in history – from the Emperors of Song Dynasty China, Rome, and the Mughal Empire, to American Industrialists John D Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie. Let’s listen, learn, and practice our English! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast Vocabulary ListWorth (adj) - having a particular value, especially in money Our house is worth £200,000. Equivalent (adj) - having the same amount, value, purpose, qualities, etc She's doing the equivalent job in the new company but for more money Output (n) - an amount of something produced by a person, machine, factory, country, etc Last year manufacturing output fell by 14 percent Extravagant (adj) - spending too much money, or using too much of something He had the extravagant lifestyle of a movie star Invest (v) - to put money into something to make a profit The institute will invest five million in the project To finance (v) - to provide the money needed for something to happen The city council has refused to finance the project Monopoly (n) - (an organization or group that has) complete control of something, especially an area of business, so that others have no share There are laws to stop companies becoming monopolies To fund (v) - to provide the money to pay for an event, activity, or organization The company has agreed to fund my trip to Australia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | 281. What is a Blue Zone? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:30 | |
Where is the healthiest place on earth? Where do people live the longest lives? And what is a blue zone?
Let’s discuss these questions on today’s episode!
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Lifestyle (noun): The way in which a person lives, including habits, behaviours, and daily activities.
Longevity (noun): The state of having a long duration of life.
Lifespan (noun): The length of time a person lives.
Moderation (noun): Consuming things in appropriate amounts, avoiding excess.
Well-Being (noun): The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Diet (noun): The kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
Calorie (noun): A unit of measurement for energy, often used to quantify the energy content of food and beverages.
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| 02 Jun 2021 | 82. Why is your English not improving?: Tips and advice on how to get better! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:23:49 | |
Why is your English not improving? So many students tell me that they have been studying for years, and practicing in many different ways, but they cannot get better! Why? On this episode of Thinking in English, I will try to explain some of the major reasons why your English ability might be stuck, and offer some tips to start improving again! You might also enjoy...59. 5 Books Recommendations to Improve Your English! 54. How to Have Better Conversations? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListRegardless (adv) - despite; not being affected by something This job is open to all, regardless of previous experience in the same boat (idiom) - in the same difficult situation as someone else None of us has any money, so we’re all in the same boat Frozen (adj) - unable to move or change The man stood so still it was like he was frozen Consistent (adj) - always behaving or happening in a similar, especially positive, way There has been a consistent improvement in her attitude Dedicated (adj) - used for only one particular purpose or job The company buys clothes from dedicated factories in China Reluctant (adj) - not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it Many parents feel reluctant to talk openly with their children Related (adj) - connected English and German are closely related Explanation (n) - the details or reasons that someone gives to make something clear or easy to understand Could you give me a quick explanation of how it works? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 30 Dec 2020 | 38. New Year's Resolutions! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:19:13 | |
2020 is almost over! What a strange and unforgettable year it has been! In this episode, we are going to look at New Year’s resolutions. And if you listen until the end, I will give you some suggestions for English learning related New Year’s resolutions that you can try yourself! https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/30/38-new-years-resolutions-english-vocabulary-lesson/ INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com VOCABULARY LIST To alter (v) - to change something, usually slightly, or to cause the characteristics of something to change We’ve had to alter some of our plans To socialise (v) - To spend time when you are not working with friends or with other people in order to enjoy yourself I tend to not socialise with my colleagues resolution (n) - a promise to yourself to do or to not do something I made a resolution to give up chocolate trait (n) - a particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behaviour His sense of humour is one of his better traits Cliché (n) - a saying or remark that is very often made and is therefore not original and not interesting People always use cliches in job interviews unachievable (adj) - an unachievable task, ambition, etc. is one that is impossible to achieve It may be an unachievable goal, but you set your targets as high as you possibly can spontaneously (adv) - in a way that is natural, often sudden, and not planned or forced Hundred of people spontaneously appeared at the house for a party satisfied (adj) - pleased because you have got what you wanted, or because something has happened in the way that you wanted Some people are never satisfied! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 06 Dec 2021 | Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) | 00:11:08 | |
Today, let's read a poem. Not just any poem - the most difficult to pronounce English poem ever! The Chaps by Gerard Nolst Trenité. You may also like...Terrifyingly Troubling Tongue Twisters!: A Pronunciation Challenge Tongue Twister Challenge!: English Pronunciation Practice INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 17 Oct 2022 | Why You Should Study English in Malta! w/ English Learning for Curious Minds (English Conversation) | 00:28:59 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Today, I’m joined by the wonderful Alastair Budge from the English Learning for Curious Minds podcast to discuss the tiny island of Malta and how it became a destination for English learners! We discussed Malta’s history, what it is like to study there, and what kind of person should consider learning English in Malta. Check Out English Learning for Curious Minds - www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts You may also like... Is Social Media Useful for Language Learning? w/ Stew Sensei (English Conversation) Becoming Bilingual, Feminism, and Inequality in Japan! w/ Sneakysmol (English Conversation) How to Become an Advanced Language Learner?! w/ James Brock (English Conversation) Learning English From the News?!? (with SEND7 Podcast) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) | |||
| 04 Aug 2021 | 91. What is a refugee? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:17 | |
Millions of people around the world are forced to flee their homes, abandon their belongings, and search for safety in countries away from their own country. However, there is a lot of confusion surrounding the rules, laws, and definitions of refugees and other similar people. So, in this episode of Thinking in English, let’s try to answer questions like who can be a refugee? What is the difference between a refugee, an asylum seeker, and a migrant? What protection are refugees entitled to receive? INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTo flee (v) - to escape by running away, especially because of danger or fear The criminal fled from the police To displace (v) - to force someone to leave their home The construction of a new airport will displace a whole town Well-founded (adj) - based on facts To qualify as a refugee you need to prove you have a well-founded fear of persecution To persecute (v) - to treat someone unfairly or cruelly over a long period of time because of their race, religion, or political beliefs His latest book is about the experience of being persecuted for his religion To abandon (v) - to leave a place, thing, or person, usually for ever We had to abandon the car due to the snowstorm To deport (v) - to force someone to leave a country, especially someone who has no legal right to be there or who has broken the law Thousands of illegal immigrants are caught and deported every year Eligible (adj) - having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions Only people over 18 are eligible to vote Asylum (n) - protection or safety, especially that given by a government to people who have been forced to leave their own countries for their safety or because of war The athlete applied for asylum in Japan To grant (n) - to give or allow someone something, usually in an official way They granted her an entry visa Abject (adj) - the state of being extremely unhappy, poor, unsuccessful, etc They live in abject poverty --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 03 Jan 2022 | 125. New Zealand’s Smoking Ban Explained!!: Should We Ban Cigarettes? | 00:15:59 | |
New Zealand recently announced a complete ban on cigarette sales for future generations. People born after 2008 will never be able to buy tobacco products in the country. Is this a good idea? Should other countries ban cigarettes? Or are there problems with such an approach? Let’s discuss this and more on today’s episode of Thinking in English! You may also like...124. Who was Desmond Tutu?: The Life of an Extraordinary Man Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 123. Should We Boycott China’s Winter Olympics? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListUpside (n) - the advantage of a situation It’s annoying that I can’t go on vacation this year, but the upside is that I can save up money to go somewhere more expensive next year Prevalence (n) - the fact that something is very common or happens often The prevalence of obesity is increasing in children Ubiquitous (adj) - seeming to be everywhere The mobile phone is perhaps the most ubiquitous of all consumer-electronic appliances To enact (v) - to put something into action, especially to make something a law The government has failed to enact any serious environmental laws To authorise (v) - to give someone official permission to do something I authorised my bank to pay her £3000 Accompanying (adj) - appearing or going with someone or something else Children under twelve require an accompanying parent or guardian to see the movie Take (something) with a pinch of salt (idiom) - to not completely believe something that you are told, because you think it is unlikely to be true You have to take everything you read on Facebook with a pinch of salt Craving (n) - a strong feeling of wanting something I have a craving for chocolate --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 05 Apr 2023 | 222. What is Gene-Edited Food? And Should We Be Eating It? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:19 | |
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 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary
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| 03 Jul 2023 | 247. What is Affirmative Action? And Why Did the Supreme Court End It? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:24:06 | |
7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ Last week, the US Supreme Court decided to end affirmative action – a policy that has helped millions of people from underrepresented communities enter top universities and get better jobs. Let’s discuss what affirmative action is, why the supreme court ruled it unconstitutional, and what could happen next! 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/) Vocabulary
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| 03 Aug 2022 | 163. Are Dress Codes a Good Thing? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:19:07 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Dress codes are everywhere - at school, at work, in restaurants, and in religious institutions. But are they a good thing? Today, let’s take a look at the debate over dress codes! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/08/03/are-dress-codes-a-good-thing/ You may also like...162. Why is 2022 so Hot?? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 161. Who Will be the Next Prime Minister of the UK? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 160. Why is Sri Lanka in Crisis? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListScrubs (n) - loose clothes worn by doctors and nurses in a hospital She came home wearing her doctor’s scrubs Limitation (n) - the act of controlling or reducing, or something that controls or reduces something There are strict limitations on where you can build houses in the UK To indicate (v) - to show, point, or make clear in another way Please indicate what course you would like to study on the application form To enforce (v) - to make people obey a law The new teacher had failed to enforce any sort of discipline Synthetic (adj) - synthetic products are made from artificial substances, often copying a natural product Clothing made from synthetic materials can catch fire easily Inclusive (adj) - an inclusive group or organisation tries to include many different types of people and treat them all fairly and equally Our aim is to create a fairer, more inclusive society To violate (v) - to break or act against something, especially a law or rule He violated the law with his business deals To sexualise (v) - to see something or someone in sexual terms She criticised the number of sexualised music videos being released by pop stars | |||
| 22 Nov 2021 | Best UK Comedies for Learning British English | 00:24:49 | |
On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let me introduce you all to the wonderful world of British comedy TV shows!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/11/22/best-uk-comedies-for-learning-british-english/ You may also like...7 Amazing TV Shows to Learn British English! 59. 5 Books Recommendations to Improve Your English! 5 Amazing Books to Improve Your English! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com The Office Outnumbered Gavin and Stacey The Thick of It Inbetweeners Only Fools and Horses Honourable MentionsI’m Alan Partridge Vicar Of Dibley Father Ted Blackadder Monty Python’s Flying Circus Absolutely Fabulous Dad’s Army Extras Mr Bean The Royle Family The Mighty Boosh Peep Show Friday Night Dinner Fawlty Towers The IT Crowd Keeping Up Appearances Allo Allo Panel ShowsHave I Got News for You? Mock The Week Never Mind The Buzzcocks 8 out of 10 Cats 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Taskmaster QI Would I Lie to You? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 10 May 2021 | 75. What is a Covid-19 Variant? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:04 | |
In this episode of Thinking in English, I want to talk about Covid variants. What is a variant? Why are there so many variants right now? Are these more dangerous? Do the treatments still work? Let's discuss these questions in this episode! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTo contract (v) - to catch or become ill with a disease He contracted malaria while he was travelling To acquire (v) - to get or buy something He acquired that company in 2008 Variant (n) - something that is slightly different from other similar things There are four variants of malaria, all transmitted to humans by mosquitoes To mutate (v) - to develop new physical characteristics because of a permanent change in genes. These changes can happen naturally or can be produced by the use of chemicals or radiation These bacteria have mutated into forms that are resistant to drugs Mutation (n) - A permanent change in a living thing (like in an animal, plant, or bacteria) These plants carry the mutation for red flowers Immunity (n) - a situation in which you are protected against disease The vaccination gives you immunity against the disease for up to six months Transmissible (adj) - (of diseases) able to passed from one person or animal to another To start a pandemic, the virus will have to be highly transmissible between humans Booster (n) - a drug or vaccine given to increase the effect of a previous vaccine and it helps to continue to protect a person from illness He has his polio booster last week --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 18 Jan 2023 | 200. What is Quiet Quitting?: KEY Workplace Vocabulary Terms From 2022 (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:34 | |
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| 15 Jun 2022 | How to Improve Your PUBLIC SPEAKING! | 00:16:21 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Four years ago I gave a speech in Japanese in front of over a hundred people, completely forgot my words, started to sweat profusely, and ended up skipping half of the topics I wanted to talk about. I don’t want Thinking in English followers to have the same experience as I did, so today I’m going to give you tips and advice on how to become a better public speaker! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/06/15/how-to-improve-your-public-speaking/ You may also like...Creative and Critical Thinking Challenge! (English Riddles) 155. What is an Endangered Language? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Every Royal Word You Need to Know! (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to be an ACTIVE English Learner!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 28 Mar 2022 | 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:00 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What does it mean to be a patriot? What does it mean to love your country? Should you support your nation unconditionally, no matter what, and in any situation? Let’s talk about these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English! You may also like...144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing! 142. What is an Oligarchy? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary ListUnconditionally (adv) - in a way that is complete and not limited in any way He thanked his mother for being unconditionally supportive Imaginary (adj) - something that is imaginary is created by and exists only in the mind As a child, my brother had an imaginary friend Connotation (n) - a feeling or idea that is suggested by a particular word although it need not be a part of the word’s meaning, or something suggested by an object or situation “Resolute” means stubborn, but with a more positive connotation To diverge (v) - to follow a different direction, or to be or become different Although the two organisations used to work closely together, their objectives have diverged recently Exclusionary (adj) - causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place The political party has been criticised for its exclusionary membership rules Superiority (n) - the fact that one person or thing is better, stronger, etc. than another The French football team demonstrated their superiority over the Spanish last night Flaw (n) - a fault, mistake, or weakness This report is full of flaws Meaningful (adj) - useful, serious, or important It is difficult to form meaningful relationships with colleagues when you work online | |||
| 15 Apr 2024 | 292. What Does Bilingual Actually Mean? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:21:10 | |
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What does it mean to be bilingual? What are the different types of bilingualism?
Is it possible for anyone to become bilingual or multilingual? And how can you become bilingual in English and your native language?
Hopefully this episode will answer a few of these questions and introduce the concept of bilingualism to all of you!
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Bilingualism (Noun): The ability to use two languages well.
Lingua franca (Noun): A common language used for communication between speakers of different native languages.
Proficiency (Noun): Skill or expertise in a particular field or subject.
Simultaneous (Adjective): Occurring, existing, or done at the same time.
Dominant (Adjective): Having power or influence over others.
Sequential (Adjective): Happening in a particular order or sequence.
Balanced (Adjective): Having equal proportions of different elements.
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| 01 Apr 2021 | 64. Daylight Savings Time!: Why do we change our time in the summer? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:41 | |
On the final Sunday of March, the UK and many other European countries adjust their time forward by one hour. This is known as Daylight Savings Time, or Summer time, and is designed to give people more hours of sunlight during the summer months. In this episode of Thinking in English we will look at the history and rationale for DST, before discussing whether or not we really need it in 2021! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary List To skip (v) - to leave one thing or place, especially quickly, in order to go to another This part of the book isn’t very interesting, so I’m going to skip it To switch (v) - to change suddenly or completely, especially from one thing to another, or to exchange by replacing one person or thing with another She started studying English, but switched to History in her second year Equator (n) - an imaginary line drawn around the middle of the earth unequal distance from the North Pole and the South pole Indonesia lies on the equator Industrialised (adj) - Used to describe a country, economy, area, etc. that has many businesses and factories involved in producing goods Even in the industrialised world illiteracy is a problem Agricultural (adj) - used for farming or relating to farming The country’s economy is mainly agricultural Consistent (adj) - always behaving or happening in a similar way Her work is sometimes good, but the problem is she’s not consistent To adjust (v) - to change something slightly, especially to make it more correct, effective or suitable If the chair is too high you can adjust it to suit you Rationale (n) - the reasons or intentions that cause a particular set of beliefs or actions I don’t understand the rationale for these restrictions Deprived (adj) - not having the things that are necessary for a pleasant life, such as enough money, food, or good living conditions As I work at night, I am often sleep deprived --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 16 May 2022 | 152. Why are the Falkland Islands so Controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:22:26 | |
CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ 40 years ago Britain and Argentina fought a bitter war over a few small and remote islands in the Atlantic ocean. The Falkland islands remain a controversial issue today. Where are the Falklands? Why did Argentina and Britain go to war over them? And who should control the islands? Let’s discuss these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English! You may also like...151. What is Roe v. Wade? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 150. How to Stop Procrastinating!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) Does Your English Accent Matter? w/ Dan Sensei (English Conversation Lesson) 149. Should Cannabis be Legal? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListRemote (adj) - far away in distance He lives in a remote mountain village Sparsely (adv) - with only a small number or amount of people or things His room is sparsely furnished To renounce (v) - to say formally or publicly that you no longer own, support, believe in, or have a connection with something Gandhi renounced the use of violence Sovereignty (n) - the power of a country to control its own government Talks are ongoing over the sovereignty of the disputed island To occupy (v) - to move into and take control and/or possession of a place Troops quickly occupied the city To surrender (v) - to stop fighting and admit defeat They would rather die than surrender To inherit (v) - if you inherit a situation, problem, department, etc., you become responsible for dealing with it or managing it When I took on the job of manager, I inherited a lot of financial problems Undisputed (adj) - if something is undisputed, everyone agrees about it He is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world Self-determination (n) - the ability or power to make decisions for yourself, especially the power of a nation to decide how it will be governed The UN considers self-determination to be a human right --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 04 Nov 2024 | 318. How Does the US Presidential Election Work? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:20:39 | |
On November 5th, the United States of America will elect their next President. The two candidates this year are former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris. The election has been controversial and close. There have been assassination attempts against Donald Trump, the original Democratic candidate Joe Biden dropped out of the race, and the United States seems relatively politically unstable. This episode is not going to focus specifically on this year’s US election, but on the US presidential election in general. My aim is to explain how candidates are selected, the key features of US elections, and what makes them unique. Hopefully, after listening to this episode, you will be able to understand the events of this year’s election day! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/11/04/how-does-the-us-presidential-election-work-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast - https://www.patreon.com/collection/10513 NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - https://www.thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary
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| 11 Jul 2022 | 159. What is the Supreme Court? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:25:15 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT THE PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States has made some incredibly influential and consequential decisions. But what is the supreme court? What is its role in US politics? And why has the supreme court become so active? TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/07/11/what-is-the-supreme-court/ You may also like...158. What was the Great Depression? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 157. Why Do Countries Change Their Names? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 156. Should Owning a Dog Be Illegal!?!? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 155. What is an Endangered Language? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Vocabulary ListTo overturned (v) – to change a legal decision The Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision last month Branch (n) – a part of something larger The Supreme Court is part of the judicial branch of government To enforce (v) – to make people obey a law It isn’t easy for the police to enforce speed limits To implement (v) – to put a plan, system, or law into operation Congress refused to implement tax reforms To interpret (v) – to decide what the intended meaning of something is It is difficult to interpret the meaning of the statistics Check (n) – rules intended to prevent one person or group from having too much power We need effective checks on the power of the president Veto (n) – an official power or right to refuse to accept or allow something The president has the power of veto over any bill Segregation (n) – the policy of keeping one group of people apart from another and treating them differently, especially because of race, sex, or religion The system of racial segregation that used to exist in South Africa was called apartheid To split (v) – to divide into two or more parts The teacher split the students into three groups --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 26 Apr 2021 | 71. Is the Internet Making People Stupid? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:23:02 | |
Is the internet making people stupid? Is it making us less intelligent? Certainly the internet is changing the way we think, the way we learn, and the way we read. But is this necessarily a bad thing? In this episode of Thinking in English we’ll try to shed some light on these questions! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary List Paradox (n) - a situation or statement that seems impossible or is difficult to understand because it contain two opposite facts or characteristics It is a paradox that drinking a lot of coffee when you are thirsty can often make you feel even more thirsty Interruption (n) - an occasion when someone or something stops something from happening for a short period I worked all morning without interruption To reprogram (v) - to program (a computer or something similar) again or differently The computers were reprogrammed to correct the error Critical (adj) - giving opinions or judgments He has written a long critical piece evaluating the exhibition. Comprehension (n) - the ability to understand completely and be familiar with a situation, fact, etc He has no comprehension of the problem Nutrition (n) - the substances that you take into your body as food and the way that they influence your health Good nutrition is essential if patients are to make a quick recovery Barbarism (n) - unpleasant behaviour He witnesses some appalling acts of barbarism during the war Protracted (adj) - lasting for a long time or made to last longer than necessary We had a protracted discussion last night --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 05 Aug 2024 | 308. Who Should Be Allowed to Vote? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:25:32 | |
Should voting be compulsory? Is voting a right or a privilege? Should there be a maximum voting age? Who should be allowed to vote? Let’s discuss some of these major questions and debates in today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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| 30 Sep 2020 | 1. English as part of a healthy lifestyle? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:11:06 | |
FULL TRANSCRIPT NOW AVAILABLE: https://thinkinginenglish741418158.wordpress.com/ On today’s episode of Thinking in English we will discuss some of the lesser known benefits of learning a foreign language. Please contact us! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Email: thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary Cognitive - of, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering) Researchers are debating whether heading balls can dent the cognitive skills of young soccer players for life. Longevity - a long duration of individual life, remaining popular for a long time For longevity in car design, you really need to keep it simple. Functionality - the quality of being useful, practical, and right for the purpose for which something was made: In civil engineering, a major component of functionality is safety. Multitask - to do more than one thing at a time: There's a stereotype that women tend to multitask better than men do. Counter-intuitive - Something that is counter-intuitive does not happen in the way you would expect it to: Steering a sailboat is counter-intuitive - you push the tiller the opposite way to the way you want to go. Alzheimer - a disease of the brain that mainly affects old people and results in the gradual loss of memory, speech, movement, and the ability to think clearly: Dementia- a medical condition that affects especially old people, causing the memory and other mental abilities to gradually become worse, and leading to confused behaviour: The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer's disease. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 10 Jan 2022 | 128. Should Novak Djokovic be Allowed to Stay in Australia? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:12 | |
Currently stuck in an immigration detention hotel in Australia, and facing deportation, tennis superstar Novak Djokovic is at the centre of an immigration battle. So, should he be allowed to stay in Australia? Let’s talk about it on this episode of Thinking in English!! You may also like...127. What is Happening in Kazakhstan?: Massive Protests Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 125. New Zealand’s Smoking Ban Explained!!: Should We Ban Cigarettes? INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary ListSaga (n) - a long complicated series of related, usually negative, events It was just another episode in the ongoing saga of their marriage problems Up in the air (phrase) - if a matter is up in the air, it is uncertain, often because other matters have to be decided first The whole future of the project is still up in the air Exemption (n) - special permission not to do or pay something Religions qualify for tax exemptions on their income To indicate (v) - to show, point, or make clear in another way She indicated to me that she was unhappy To adopt (v) - to accept or start to use something new The new tax would force companies to adopt energy-saving measures Immune (adj) - protected against a particular disease by particular substances in the blood Most people who’ve had chickenpox once are immune to it for the rest of their lives To revoke (v) - to say officially that an agreement, permission, a law, etc. is no longer in effect The authorities have revoked their original decision to allow the building of a new department store Loophole (n) - a small mistake in an agreement or law that gives someone the chance to avoid having to do something He used a loophole in the immigration law to stay in the USA Notice (n) - information or a warning given about something that is going to happen in the future The building is closed until further notice --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 23 Nov 2022 | 188. Should We Boycott the Qatar World Cup? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:27:30 | |
Support the Podcast and Join my Patreon HERE -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Check Out the NEW YOUTUBE Channel!!! - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/11/23/should-we-boycott-the-qatar-world-cup/ Qatar is hosting this year’s World Cup… but not everyone is happy about it. Allegations of corruption, human rights abuses, the mistreatment of workers, and dangerous conditions for players have caused the 2022 World Cup to be the most controversial in history! So, should we boycott it? You may also like...187. Who is Elon Musk? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 185. Who is Responsible for Climate Change? (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to Ask Better Questions in English INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thinkinginenglishpodcast Vocabulary ListTo boycott (v) - to refuse to buy a product or take part in an activity as a way of expressing strong disapproval People were urged to boycott the country's products. Controversial (adj) - causing disagreement or discussion The book was very controversial. To award (v) - to give something valuable, such as money or a prize following an official decision Their company was awarded a contract worth $40 million by the government. Bid (n) - an offer to do something when you are competing with other people to do it Sydney made a successful bid to host the Olympic Games Corruption (n) - illegal, bad, or dishonest behaviour, especially by people in positions of power Political corruption is widespread throughout the country. migrant worker (n) - a person who moves to another country or area in order to find employment, in particular seasonal or temporary work The food industry is heavily dependent on migrant workers from other countries To undermine (v) - to make something weaker Scandals have undermined the government over the past year. Appalling (adj) - shocking and very bad Prisoners were kept in the most appalling conditions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 29 Dec 2021 | 124. Who was Desmond Tutu?: The Life of an Extraordinary Man Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:16:37 | |
On Sunday the 26th of December, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, South African anti-apartheid activist, and one of the world’s most loved religious leaders, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, sadly passed away at the age of 90. Today, I want to explain to you all a little bit about his life, what he did, and why he became one of the most respected, revered, and well known international figures. TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/29/124-who-was-desmond-tutu-the-life-of-an-extraordinary-man-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like...123. Should We Boycott China’s Winter Olympics? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 121. How to Start Your Own Country!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListTo wander (v) - to walk around slowly in a relaxed way or without any clear purpose or direction We spent the afternoon wandering around the market stalls Segregation (n) - the state of keeping groups of people separate due to race, religion, sex, etc The policy has been criticised for allowing racial segregation Discrimination (n) - treating a person or group of people differently, especially in a worse way from the way in which you treat other people, because of their skin colour, sex, sexuality, etc Disabled people often experience discrimination Routinely (adv) - used for describing what often or usually happens Health and safety rules are routinely ignored To subject (v) - cause or force someone or something to undergo a particularly unwelcome experience or treatment He was subjected to a terrifying ordeal Movement (n) - a group of people with a particular set of aims or ideas The suffragette movement campaigned for votes for women To advocate (v) - to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something She advocates taking more vacation To preside (v) - to be in charge of a formal meeting, ceremony, or trial The judge presided over the official enquiry To pardon (v) - If someone who has committed a crime is pardoned, that person is officially forgiven and their punishment is stopped Large numbers of political prisoners have been pardoned by the new president --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 16 Oct 2020 | 8. Multiculturalism: A solution to the problems of diversity? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:14:05 | |
FULL TRANSCRIPT AVAILABLE!!!: https://thinkinginenglish741418158.wordpress.com/2020/10/16/8-multiculturalism-a-solution-to-the-problems-of-diversity/ On today’s episode, we will discuss some ways different countries try to deal with immigrants. Some countries try to exclude immigrants from society, while others try to assimilate them. But could Multiculturalism be a better alternative? Contact us!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Twitter - @thinkenglishpod Gmail: thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Blog: https://thinkinginenglish741418158.wordpress.com/ VOCABULARY LIST Society (n) - the people who live in a particular country or area and their way of life and customs: We live in a multicultural society Desirable (adj) - worth having and wanted by most people Medicine is regarded as a highly desirable career Immigrant (n) - a person who has come to a different country in order to live there permanently The USA has a large immigrant population exclusionary (adj) - causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place: The police set up an exclusionary zone around the crime scene assimilation (n) - causing, or making, someone become part of a group, country, society etc The assimilation of immigrants into American culture has been a constant feature of US history. multicultural (adj) - relating to or including people from different cultures: This company has a multicultural workforce To Regulate (v) - to control something, especially by making it work in a particular way: You can regulate the temperature in the house by adjusting the thermostat. Discrimination (n) - treating a person or particular group of people differently, especially in a worse way from the way in which you treat other people, because of their skin colour, sex, sexuality, etc The law has done little to prevent racial discrimination and inequality Identity (n) - who a person is, or the qualities of a person or group that make them different from others: I think my job gives me a sense of identity --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 03 Apr 2023 | 221. Is English Still a Colonial Language? English as a Lingua Franca! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:44 | |
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| 15 Nov 2021 | 117. What is Happening at the Poland-Belarus Border?: Migrant Crisis Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:15:12 | |
Right now, there are thousands of migrants from Middle Eastern countries stranded on the border between Belarus and Poland in Eastern Europe. How were migrants able to travel so far away from their homelands in order to enter the EU? Why is Belarus helping the migrants travel across Europe? Let’s talk about all this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/11/15/117-what-is-happening-at-the-poland-belarus-border-migrant-crisis-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/ You may also like...80. Why did Belarus “Hijack” a Plane? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 115. Artificial Intelligence Explained!: Is AI Bad for Society? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 114. ‘Parasite’, ‘Squid Games’, and ‘BTS’: The Korean Wave Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - thinkinginenglishpod@gmail.com Vocabulary ListInflux (n) - the fact of a large number of people or things arriving at the same time Turkey is expecting an influx of over a thousand refugees in the next few months On the verge (phrase) - if you are on the verge of something or come to the verge of something, you are very close to experiencing it The company is on the verge of collapse if it can’t find a new investor To orchestrate (v) - to arrange something carefully, and sometimes unfairly, so as to achieve a wanted result The political party orchestrated a series of events to improve their candidate's reputations To fix (v) - to do something dishonest to make certain that a competition, race, or election is won by a particular person The referee was arrested on suspicion of fixing the match To crush (v) - to defeat someone completely The president used the army to crush the rebellion Thuggish (adj) - acting in a violent way, or looking violent Thuggish behaviour is not tolerated in this country Dissident (n) - a person who publicly disagrees with and criticizes their government That cafe is famous for hosting many political dissidents from around the world Stranded (adj) - unable to leave somewhere because of a problem such as not having any transport or money I lost my wallet and was stranded in the middle of the city --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||
| 21 Feb 2022 | 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World? (English Vocabulary Lesson) | 00:18:35 | |
You probably haven’t heard of Pitcairn Island - but it has one of the most interesting histories in the Pacific Ocean. Not only is Pitcairn one of the remotest and most isolated places in the world, the people who live there have a unique and amazing story. Let’s talk about the strange history of Pitcairn in today's episode on Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/21/138-the-strange-history-of-pitcairn-island/ You may also like...“Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 136. What Happened to Patrick Zaki? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 134. Is Obesity a Disease? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary ListIsolated (adj) - not near to other places He grew up in an isolated farm Remote (adj) - a long way from any towns, cities, or other people She studies remote communities high up in the mountains To inhabit (v) - to live in a place Those remote islands are only inhabited by birds and insects To captivate (v) - to hold the attention of someone by being extremely interesting, exciting, pleasant, or attractive Her singing captivated the audience Polynesian (n) - a person from Polynesia (including Hawaii, Tonga, Tuvalu, Samoa, and more islands) There are many Polynesian athletes playing professional rugby To sight (v) - to suddenly see something or someone After days at sea, the sailors finally sighted land Perilous (adj) - extremely dangerous The country roads are quite perilous Mutiny (n) - an occasion when a group of people, especially soldiers or sailors, refuses to obey orders and/or attempts to take control from people in authority (a ‘mutineer’ is a person involved in a ‘mutiny’) Conditions on the ship were so bad that the crew started to plan a mutiny To relocate (v) - to move or move something or someone from one place to another The couple relocated to Spain --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support | |||