Spotlight English
Spotlight English
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Episodes
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Feb 24, 2020 • 15min
Why You Should Make a Life List
What goals do you have in life? Liz Waid and Bruce Gulland look at one way that some people are keeping their goals - a life list!
Feb 21, 2020 • 15min
Going to the Forest
Liz Waid and Adam Navis look at the life and work of John Muir. Muir had a major influence on environmental movements around the world. His beautiful writing brought many people outside.
Feb 20, 2020 • 15min
Brazil Museum FIre
Liz Waid and Bruce Gulland tell about the National Museum of Brazil. In 2018, 90% of the museum was destroyed. It provides a lesson and a warning for people around the world.
Feb 18, 2020 • 16min
LivingwithLess
Are there things in your life you could never give up? Liz Waid and Adam Navis tell about the minimalist lifestyle. People try to live a better life with fewer things.for a full transcript click HERE
Feb 17, 2020 • 15min
Between Memories and Truth
Gabriel Garcia Marquez is one of the most important Latin American writers. Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at his life and work.
Feb 14, 2020 • 15min
A New Life for Gangs
Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at the work of Father Gregory Boyle. He works in the most dangerous parts of Los Angeles sharing an important message with gangs there.
Feb 13, 2020 • 15min
Harriet Tubman - From Slave to Hero
Liz Waid and Adam Navis tell the story of Harriet Tubman and her fight for freedom. She is famous for working to end slavery in the United States.
Feb 12, 2020 • 15min
Lightning and Electricity
Anne Muir and Colin Lowther look at Benjamin Franklin and his discoveries about lightning. They also look at other evidence that gives us information about lightning.
Feb 11, 2020 • 15min
Words, More Words
Ruby Jones and Mike Procter look at the history and development of the most important English dictionary - the Oxford English Dictionary.
Feb 10, 2020 • 15min
All About Milk
People have drunk milk for thousands of years, but is it good for you? Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the history and healthiness of milk.
