English Learning for Curious Minds

 As time goes by, language continues to evolve.   In this episode, we explore the question of evolving English, and the specific question of how we refer to people without a permanent and stable place to live, as this example highlights the politicisation of language.  Language's purpose: communicate information between people Language changes over time, often for political reasons Referring to people without a permanent home Difference between "house" and "home" "Homeless" as the most commonly used term Push to replace "homeless" with "houseless" or "unhoused" Critics argue "homeless" implies streets are a legitimate home Question of whether it matters to homeless individuals Homelessness is a complex issue Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/evolving-english ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 He was King of Britain, but only for 325 days before dramatically quitting the job to be with the woman he loved.   But was it the ultimate love story, or was it an act of treason and selfishness?  Edward VIII: King of Britain for 325 days Love story or treason and selfishness? The message that shocked the British public Early life and rise to the throne Edward's reputation as a dandy and playboy Disapproval from the Prime Minister and King George V Edward meets Wallis Simpson Challenges with marrying Wallis Simpson Edward's abdication and life after leaving the throne Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/edward-viii ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 It was a fierce football rivalry fought not on the pitch but on social media and at the High Courts of Justice in London.  In this episode, we'll delve into the fierce rivalry between football wives Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy, the libel case that followed, and the rise of WAG culture in Britain.  The cult of the “wag”Who were Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy?Coleen Rooney’s revelation The feud between Coleen Rooney & Rebekah VardyRebekah Vardy takes Coleen Rooney to courtTrademarking Wagatha Christie Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/vardy-vs-rooney ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 From cramped cubicles to collaborative open-plan setups, a lot has changed since the creation of the modern office – but it doesn't stop there. In this episode, we'll be exploring the question of why and how the modern office was created and look at some of the developments that led us to this place.  The concept of the modern office and its prevalence worldwideThe historical absence of dedicated indoor workspacesThe emergence of the first large offices in the late 17th and early 18th centuriesThe Old Admiralty Office and its significance as the headquarters of the British NavyThe paperwork-dominated tasks of early officesThe impact of the typewriter on office work and the increased presence of women in officesThe layout of offices during the typewriter eraThe invention of the cubicle and its popularity in office designAlternative office arrangements, including open-plan offices and their criticisms Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/modern-office ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 He is a figure who, 200 years after his death, is still held as an example of the glories of France.In this episode, we'll talk about the rise and fall of Napoleon, the establishment of the French empire, and Napoleon's complex legacy. Early life and Corsican heritageRise to power during the French Revolutionary WarsMilitary successes and establishment of the French EmpireNapoleon as a strategic geniusThe disastrous invasion of Russia and downfallExile and brief return to powerDefeat at the Battle of Waterloo and final exileComplex legacy and varying views on Napoleon Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/napoleon ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 When Adolf Hitler's half-niece was found dead in a pool of her own blood, the Nazi party rushed to cover up the scene.  But who killed Geli Raubal, why, and did she take some very dark secrets with her to the grave?  The discovery of Geli's body Who was Geli Raubal What was the nature of Hitler and Geli's relationship? What happened to Geli Raubal? Why did Geli Raubal kill herself? Did Hitler kill his niece? Hitler's reaction to the death Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/geli-raubal ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 He was a secretive billionaire who would earn the nickname of "The King of Oil".   In this episode, we'll be talking about the early life of Marc Rich, how he made his fortune, how he got on the wrong side of the US authorities, and the controversial presidential pardon.   The Clinton pardon The early life of Marc Rich The work of a commodities trader The global rise of mercury The Trans-Israel pipeline Creating Marc Rich + Co Selling Iranian oil Being charged with tax fraud Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/marc-rich ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

Wondering what The "English Learning for Curious Minds podcast" is all about? Here's an update on how things have been going, almost 400 episodes and 5 million downloads after we started... Introduction to the host of English Learning for Curious MindsDeciding to start the podcastMy language-learning journeyPublishing the first episodeEnglish Learning for Curious Minds todayGoing “full-time”Why starting a podcast is more complicated than pressing recordHow the sausage is madeWhere to start?Should you use the interactive transcripts?It’s still day 0 Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/meet-elfcm

 What do some of the biggest porn websites in the industry have in common? They are all owned by a media and technology company named MindGeek.  In this episode, we'll be taking a look at the history of the porn business, the role of MindGeek in the evolution of porn and money, and the current state of the adult industry.  Introduction to the topic of porn and the porn industry MindGeek's acquisition of major adult entertainment properties The evolution of the porn industry and the impact of the Internet Challenges in accepting online payments for porn websites VISA and Mastercard's role in regulating the industry Rise of tube sites and their impact on the business model Fabian Thylmann's recognition of the financial potential of tube sites The power of tube sites in attracting viewers and advertisers Challenges faced by payment companies and the case of OnlyFans Uncertainty and secrecy surrounding MindGeek's ownership and control Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/porn-big-money ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

 Dubbed "The King of the Sting" or "The Fake Sheikh", Mazher Mahmood was a journalist who posed as a Middle-Eastern prince and exposed the rich and famous.  But it turned out that his methods and fact-checking weren't always as honest as he claimed... The Sarah Ferguson StingWho was Mazher Mahmood?CAUGHT! Match-fixer pockets £150k as he rigs the England Test at Lord’sThe story to kidnap Victoria BeckhamCriticism of Mahmood’s methodsThe Tulisa Contostavlos cocaine exposeLegacy of Mazher Mahmood Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/fake-sheikh ---You might like:🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية