

English Learning for Curious Minds | A More Interesting Way To Learn English
Leonardo English
Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English?
English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners.
Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English.
Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand.
Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English.
Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com
English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners.
Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English.
Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand.
Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English.
Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com
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Sep 7, 2023 • 20min
#400 | Degrowth vs E/Acc | How To Save The World
Explore the opposing visions of degrowth and effective accelerationism for humanity's future. Learn about the historical trends of global economic growth and its environmental impact. Discover the concept of degrowth and its focus on sustainability and equality. Delve into the E/Acc approach with its emphasis on technological advancement, energy, AI, and interplanetary development. Find out about the differences between degrowth and E/Acc in terms of ideology and methods. Consider the potential consequences of unprecedented futures and the importance of radical action away from the status quo.

Aug 31, 2023 • 24min
#398 | Ernest Shackleton | Antarctic Explorer
Ernest Shackleton, an Antarctic explorer, and his crew faced challenges during the Endurance expedition. They were trapped in ice, survived the harsh Antarctic winter, and were eventually rescued. Shackleton's dangerous journey to South Georgia for help was a remarkable feat of courage and leadership.

Aug 24, 2023 • 23min
#396 | The Extraordinary Life of Kim Dotcom: Hacker, Entrepreneur, Fugitive
Internet pioneer or criminal? Explore the extraordinary life of Kim Dotcom, from his early involvement with computers to the rise and fall of his controversial website Megaupload.com. Learn about his legal troubles, dramatic police raid, and the ongoing extradition battle.

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Aug 17, 2023 • 22min
#394 | What Is Hell?
Explore the concept of hell in different religions, including its interpretations in ancient Egyptian, Greek, Jewish, Christian, and Islamic beliefs. Discover Dante's Inferno and the ethical implications of the "Problem of Hell." Get alternative perspectives from Buddhism, Hinduism, and Confucianism where hell is absent.

Aug 10, 2023 • 19min
#392 | Homes, Homelessness & Evolving English
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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
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Aug 3, 2023 • 29min
#390 | Edward VIII | The King Who Said No
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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
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Jul 27, 2023 • 22min
#388 | Vardy vs. Rooney | The Battle Of The Footballers’ Wives
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Jul 20, 2023 • 27min
#386 | The Creation of The Modern Office
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Jul 13, 2023 • 24min
#384 | Napoleon Bonaparte
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Jul 6, 2023 • 23min
#382 | Geli Raubal | Hitler’s Murdered Lover?
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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
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