English Learning for Curious Minds
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
Episodes
A woman has a loving husband and children, and she's great at her job. So why is she sad? One day, she opens the freezer door and sees the way into another world. If she goes, she will lose her husband and children. But could she be happy there?
Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Door for the full transcript.
Level: Beginner.
Genre: Philosophical.
Vocabulary: Freeze, Freezer, Cheek, Pick at, Kid, Nightmare, Gooseberry, Cli...
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In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of mercenaries, taking you from the era of Italian condottieri to the modern day with groups like Blackwater and Wagner.
You'll learn how these soldiers for hire have evolved, the reasons nations use or avoid them, and their ...
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Leap years help keep our calendars in sync with Earth's orbit, but have you ever wondered why we need them?
In this episode, we explore the history of leap years, covering early human calendars, Julius Caesar's reforms, and the adjustments introduced by Pope Gregory XIII.
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In this episode, we will explore Vladimir Putin's unlikely journey from a rat-catching streetfighter to the modern-day tsar of Russia.
We'll look at his rise to power, some of the accusations about what it took to get there, the key decisions that have defined his 25-year rule, a...
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In this episode, we'll learn about the notorious Stanford Prison Experiment, known for revealing human behaviour's dark side in simulated prison conditions.
We'll discuss its purpose, dramatic events, the ethical concerns it raised, and question what it truly tells us about human...
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Space mining sounds like something out of science fiction, but could it soon become reality?
In this episode, we'll explore how the idea of mining asteroids for valuable minerals might work, the challenges it faces, and whether it truly could be a better alternative to mining on Ear...
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In this episode, we'll enter the shadowy realm of secret societies.
We'll uncover the mysterious history, influence, and rituals of three infamous groups: Skull and Bones, the Knights Templar, and the Freemasons.
From elite university clubs to a medieval order with financial powe...
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In this episode, we will explore the evolving role of the Vice President of the United States.
We will examine the unique pathway this role offers to the presidency and discuss why the current Vice President may be one of the most influential in history.
- Role of the Vice President...
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In part one of our mini-series on nuclear energy, we'll explore the origins of nuclear power as it emerged alongside nuclear weapons.
Learn how President Eisenhower envisioned "Atoms for Peace" and how political events like the 1973 oil crisis propelled nuclear energy into the sp...
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From ancient diving bells to the groundbreaking descent of the Mariana Trench, in this episode, we'll uncover tales of bravery, innovation, and the pursuit of knowledge beneath the waves.
- Ancient history of exploring the ocean's depths
- Aristotle's theoretical diving concept...
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The UK is home to some of the best universities in the world, but there is a growing crisis happening at British universities
In this episode, we'll explain what this crisis is, why British universities are in this unusual position, and learn about the key challenges facing the Br...
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In August 1997, a tragic car crash in Paris claimed the life of Princess Diana, a beloved figure known for her compassion and humanitarian work.
In this episode, we'll explore the events leading up to the accident, the role of the paparazzi, and the lasting impact on the world.
- De...
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In part one of a three-part mini-series, we'll explore the fascinating history of crime and punishment in Britain, from medieval justice to the infamous Bloody Code.
In this episode, you'll learn how the harsh consequences for even minor crimes evolved over the centuries, leading...
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What happens when your country refuses to grant you citizenship?
This is the reality for the Bidoon, a group of nomadic people in Kuwait who claim to be Kuwaiti but remain stateless and are forced to live on the margins of society.
- Who are the Bidoon of Kuwait?
- Why the ...
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Discover the incredible story of The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Robbery, where cunning criminals stole $18 million worth of maple syrup.
In this episode, we'll learn about the surprising details of this sticky crime and the unusual fight between the free market and government regul...
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George Best is seen as one of the most naturally talented footballers ever, but off the pitch, he battled demons.
From his glittering career at Manchester United to his struggles with alcoholism, in this episode, we'll learn about the wild life of one of football's greats.
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In this milestone episode, we will deviate from the usual style of weird and wonderful stories.
Instead, I'll take you behind the scenes of the podcast, share some never-before-revealed information, and tell you about an update to our programming schedule.
- Introduction & Mi...
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Some call it a miracle drug, others warn of its potentially damaging long-term effects on people and society.
In this episode, we'll look at the history of this drug, how it works, why it's popular, and what it reveals about American food and healthcare systems.
- Introd...
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The UK has a new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, and Labour is back in power.
We discuss what this means for Britain, including Starmer's background, his proposed policies, and the challenges that lie ahead.
- Results of the UK general election
- New Prime Minister: Keir Sta...
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The Haitian Revolution is a story of extreme violence, hope, and human rights.
Learn how slaves in Saint-Domingue fought against brutal conditions and multiple European powers to establish the first free black-led nation in the world.
- Overview of the Haitian Revolution...
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