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Latest episodes

The Bayeux Tapestry (English Vocabulary Lesson)

October 5, 2026 · 25 min

Today, we’re going to talk about one of the most famous historical objects in the world: the Bayeux Tapestry. The Bayeux Tapestry is a huge piece of embroidered cloth, about 70 metres long, covered with pictures showing kings, soldiers…
Is British Food Really Bad? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

September 28, 2026 · 31 min

British food has a bit of a reputation. I’m sure that for a lot of you, the words “British food” brings to mind boiled vegetables, overcooked meat, greasy breakfasts, and meals that are, above all, rather bland. British cuisine is often…
Where Is the BEST Place to Study English? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

September 21, 2026 · 30 min

Where is the best place to study English? Is it better to move to Britain, the US, or another English-speaking country, or can you learn just as effectively at home? Does studying in person produce better results than studying online? Is…
History of Singapore! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

September 14, 2026 · 27 min

Singapore is one of the wealthiest and most modern countries in the world, but that wasn’t always the case. Today, I want to discuss the history of Singapore. We'll look at its early role in Asian trade, British colonial rule, the…
What is Corruption? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

September 7, 2026 · 30 min

What is corruption? Corruption or corrupt are words that I use quite often in my episodes… but what is corruption? What forms does it take? Why does corruption happen, what damage does it cause, and why can it be so difficult to stop? In…
What is a Growth Mindset? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

August 31, 2026 · 24 min

Some people see failure as proof that they aren’t good at something. Others see it as an opportunity to improve. Why? Today I want to try and answer this question by thinking about “growth mindsets”. The growth mindset concept suggests…
France is Bigger Than You Think! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

August 24, 2026 · 34 min

Which country shares the longest border with France? I think most people would say Spain. Spain is right next to France in Europe. Or perhaps you might have said Belgium, Switzerland, or Italy. But the answer is actually Brazil. Yes…
English Tests: Do They Improve Education? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

August 17, 2026 · 27 min

English tests are everywhere. Many of you listening to this episode will have spent (or currently are spending) months preparing for exams like IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, and the Cambridge English qualifications. Passing a proficiency test is…