E19 Martin Luther King Jr and the Montgomery Bus Boycott

🗓️It is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States, and on today's episode of the Learn English Podcast, we are celebrating this American icon. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life of Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most significant figures in U.S. history and a key player in the Civil Rights Movement. Learn about his early days in Atlanta, Georgia, and his education at Morehouse College, Cozier Seminary, and Boston University. Uncover the shocking realities of racial segregation and discrimination in the 1930's that shaped his upbringing and inspired his passion for change.

🎙️In this episode, we journey through Martin Luther King's inspiring academic achievements, his study of nonviolent political protest, and his involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This years-long boycott is considered to be one the most important events of the Civil Rights Movement and helped change the nation. This episode offers a glimpse into the remarkable beginnings of a civil rights leader who paved the way for social justice. As we honor MLK on this day, we invite you to explore the lasting impact of his work and stay tuned for more episodes delving into the life and legacy of this influential American leader.

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📝 Vocabulary list

1) Focus on: Pay particular attention to or concentrate on a specific topic or aspect.

2) Transformative: Causing a marked change in someone or something; having a significant impact.

3) Segregation: the separation of races in public places

4) Systematic discrimination: Discrimination that is built into systems or structures, affecting a particular group consistently.

5) Freshman year / Senior year: The first year and the final year, respectively, of a typical four-year high school or college program.

6) Historically black college and university (HBCU): Institutions of higher education that were established primarily for the education of African American students.

7) Nonviolent protests: Demonstrations or actions that oppose a situation or injustice without the use of physical force or violence.

8) Boycott: A deliberate abstention from using, buying, or participating in something as a form of protest or pressure.

9) Constitutional: In accordance with or related to the principles set forth in a constitution, especially the Constitution of the United States.

10) Supreme Court: The highest court in a country or jurisdiction, often with the authority to make final decisions on legal matters.

11) Oratorship: The skill or art of public speaking; the ability to deliver effective and persuasive speeches.

12) Public spotlight: A state of public attention or scrutiny, often as a result of being in a prominent or influential position.

📜Sources:

https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2015/11/30/the-montgomery-bus-boycott/