
Spotlight English
Spotlight is an audio program for learning English. It uses a special method of broadcasting that makes it easier to understand for listeners worldwide.If you want to try faster programs, please subscribe to our Spotlight Advanced podcast (https://www.spreaker.com/show/spotlight-english-advanced)
Latest episodes

Apr 17, 2024 • 16min
Brazil's Most Mysterious Tunnels
Colin Lowther and Alice Irrizary talk about an interesting discovery from a very old tunnel. What kind of animal would have dug the tunnel and how long ago? Find out by listening to this program.https://spotlightenglish.com/?p=3552Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-android Download our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.

Mar 11, 2024 • 14min
Hope for the Tasmanian Tiger
Roger Basick and Megan Nollet talk about the nearly extinct Tasmanian Tiger and the new and perhapds controversial project to avoid its extinction.https://spotlightenglish.com/?p=3502Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.com

Mar 8, 2024 • 14min
Female Climbers in Afganistan
A sport is helping women achieve new goals. Katy Blake and Colin Lowther tell about a group of women in Afghanistan who are learning to climb higher than ever before.http://spotlightenglish.comDownload our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment. Visit our website to hear programs in English:Website: http://spotlightenglish.com/

Feb 12, 2024 • 14min
Artemisia Gentileschi
Bruce Gulland and Megan Nollet talk about the interesting art and life of the Italian painter Artemisia Gentileschi.https://spotlightenglish.com/?p=3468Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.com

Feb 5, 2024 • 15min
The Town That Lost its Cheese
Learn about the rich history of Cheddar cheese-making in the town of CHEDA, innovative techniques that revolutionized its production, the rise of Cheddar cheese popularity among the elite class in England, revival of traditional cheese-making methods, and the global demand for this artisanal regional delicacy.

Jan 8, 2024 • 14min
Becoming Padman
Learn about Arunachalam Muruganantham, also known as the Padman, and his determination to make affordable sanitary pads for women in India despite facing numerous challenges. Explore the taboo and stigmatization surrounding menstruation in India and the impact it has on women. Follow the remarkable journey of Murugananthem, as he overcomes challenges and creates a machine to produce sanitary pads, gaining recognition and sparking conversations across India. Discover the importance of menstrual supplies and international discussions on menstruation.

Dec 19, 2023 • 15min
Agitu Gudeta Saves the Goats
Discover the inspiring story of Agitu Gudeta, an Ethiopian woman who overcame adversity to open a goat cheese shop in Italy and preserve the population of mochino goats. Explore the issue of land grabbing and protests, as well as Agitu's impact on the community through goat rescue and cheese-making. Reflect on the value of preserving traditions and the positive contribution of refugees.

Dec 6, 2023 • 15min
The 10,000 Masterpieces of Dafen Village
Learn about the interesting village in China where painters learn to imitate Vincent van Gogh's style. Discover the rise and challenges of Dafen Oil Painting Village, hear about Zhao Ziaoyou-yong's journey from copying to creating his own unique art, and explore the transformation of Dafen Village from copies to original works.

Nov 20, 2023 • 14min
The Amazing Horseshoe Crab
Megan Nollet and Bruce Gulland tell us about the horseshoe crab and the significant role they play in the medical industry.https://spotlightenglish.com/?p=3389Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.com

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Nov 6, 2023 • 13min
Emily Dickinson: American Poet
Explore the interesting and difficult life of American poet Emily Dickinson. Delve into her analysis of death in her poem 'I Heard a Fly Buzz When I Died'. Discover the profound influences of loss and grief in her writing. Learn about Dickinson's reclusive lifestyle, love for writing, and how her poems were discovered after her death.