Plain English Fish & chips: British comfort food | Learn English expression 'sentimental value'
Sep 4, 2023
This podcast discusses the classic British comfort food, fish and chips, and its variations. It delves into the history of fish and chips as a working-class meal and its popularity in England during World War II. The podcast also explores the concept of 'sentimental value' and its significance in personal items, using Julia Child as an example. The hosts explain how sentimental value can be attributed to various items, including comfort foods like macaroni and cheese.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The History of Fish and Chips as a Working-Class Meal
04:08 • 1min
The History and Popularity of Fish and Chips in England
05:32 • 4min
Julia Child, Sentimental Value, and the Significance of Personal Items
09:55 • 3min
Understanding Sentimental Value and Its Application to Items
13:04 • 4min