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**Thinking in English**

Thinking in English is a podcast for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to do more than just study grammar and vocabulary.

I believe that thinking is one of the most important steps on the road to fluency. That’s why each episode explores fascinating topics, from politics, economics, and history to philosophy, science, and culture.

Instead of simply learning English, this podcast helps you learn in English. You’ll expand your knowledge, discover new ideas, and improve your language skills, all at the same time.

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Latest Episodes:

201. How Did We Fix the Ozone Layer? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Jan 23, 2023

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TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/01/23/how-did-we-fix-the-ozone-layer/

In the 1980s, the world was terrified by the threat of holes in the ozone layer. Today, these holes are almost gone. How did this happen? How did humans heal the ozone layer? And are there any lessons we could learn from this?

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Vocabulary

Ozone (n) - a colourless gas that is a form of oxygen. The ozone layer absorbs radiation from the sun
Atmosphere (n) - the mixture of gases around the earth. These factories are releasing toxic gases into the atmosphere
Stratosphere (n) - a layer in the upper atmosphere of a planet where the temperature increases with height. The ash cloud rose 35km into the stratosphere
Radiation (n) - energy in the form of waves or particles. Ultraviolet radiation can cause skin cancer
CFC (n) - abbreviation for chlorofluorocarbon: a gas used in fridges and, in the past, in aerosols. CFCs cause damage to the ozone layer
Molecule (n) - the smallest unit into which a substance can be divided without chemical change, usually a group of two or more atoms. An ozone molecule contains three oxygen atoms
Protocol (n) - a formal international agreement. The Geneva Protocol of 1925 prohibits the use of poisonous gases in war.
To ratify (v) - (especially of governments or organizations) to make an agreement official. Many countries have now ratified the UN convention on the rights of the child.

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200. What is Quiet Quitting?: KEY Workplace Vocabulary Terms From 2022 (English Vocabulary Lesson) Jan 18, 2023

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TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/01/18/key-workplace-vocabulary-terms-from-2022/

What is quiet quitting? How about productivity paranoia? Or career cushioning? Today, I want to talk about some essential vocabulary terms from 2022 that describe the way we work and our workplaces!

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199. The Wealthiest People in History! (English Vocabulary Lesson) Jan 16, 2023

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Last week I talked about Mansa Musa, an African King with indescribable wealth. Today, I’m going to discuss more of the wealthiest people in history – from the Emperors of Song Dynasty China, Rome, and the Mughal Empire, to American Industrialists John D Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie. Let’s listen, learn, and practice our English!

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Vocabulary List

Worth (adj) - having a particular value, especially in money

Our house is worth £200,000.

Equivalent (adj) - having the same amount, value, purpose, qualities, etc

She's doing the equivalent job in the new company but for more money

Output (n) - an amount of something produced by a person, machine, factory, country, etc

Last year manufacturing output fell by 14 percent

Extravagant (adj) - spending too much money, or using too much of something

He had the extravagant lifestyle of a movie star

Invest (v) - to put money into something to make a profit

The institute will invest five million in the project

To finance (v) - to provide the money needed for something to happen

The city council has refused to finance the project

Monopoly (n) - (an organization or group that has) complete control of something, especially an area of business, so that others have no share

There are laws to stop companies becoming monopolies

To fund (v) - to provide the money to pay for an event, activity, or organization

The company has agreed to fund my trip to Australia

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198. Who was the Richest Person in History? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Jan 11, 2023

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Who was the richest person in history? Today I want to tell you all about an African Emperor who had levels of wealth considered unbelievable and incomprehensible! Let’s learn while practicing our English!

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Vocabulary List

Net worth (n) - the value of the assets (= property and money) that a person or business has, after any debts are taken away

He has a net worth of about £70 million.

Wealth (n) - a large amount of money or valuable possessions that someone has

During a successful business career, she accumulated a great amount of wealth

Value (n) - the amount of money that can be received for something

What is the value of the prize?

To estimate (v) - to guess or calculate the cost, size, value, etc. of something

They estimate (that) the journey will take at least two weeks

Incomprehensible (adj) - impossible or extremely difficult to understand

The student’s essay was almost incomprehensible

From head to toe (idiom) - completely covering your body

The dog was covered in mud from head to toe

Generous (adj) - willing to give money, help, kindness, etc., especially more than is usual or expected

He was a very generous man

Renowned (adj) – famous for something

The region is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty

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197. What is Imposter Syndrome and How to Overcome it? Jan 09, 2023

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Today I want to talk about imposter syndrome. This is a condition that has affected me and affects millions of language learners every year. I want to explain it, discuss its causes and signs, and offer you all some tips on how to cope and overcome such imposter feelings!

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196. The Best New Year’s Resolutions for English Learners! Jan 04, 2023

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What is your New Year’s Resolution? Let’s talk about how to make a great English learning goal for 2023 and how to keep your resolution all year!

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195. Why is it 2023?? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Jan 02, 2023

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Welcome to the first Thinking in English episode of 2023! Or… is it really 2023? Let’s discuss this history of calendars, time, and dates on today’s episode (and practice your listening comprehension and vocabulary skills at the same time)!

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Vocabulary List

Take for granted (phrase) - to believe something to be the truth without even thinking about it

I guess we all took it for granted that water would always be freely available

Solar (adj) – of or from the sun

I want to build a solar power car

Lunar (adj) – of or relating to the moon

The lunar rover landed safely on the moon

Approximately (adv) - close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time

The job will take approximately three weeks, and cost approximately £1,000

Breakthrough (n) - an important discovery or event that helps to improve a situation or provide an answer to a problem

Scientists are hoping for a breakthrough in the search for a cure for cancer

Drift (v) - to move slowly, especially as a result of outside forces, with no control over direction

No one noticed that the boat had begun to drift out to sea

Divisible (adj) – meaning that can be divided by another number

A prime number is only divisible by 1 and itself

Official (adj) - agreed to or arranged by people in positions of authority

The official opening of the store is next week

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194. What is the Weirdest Holiday Tradition? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Dec 21, 2022

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Christmas and New Year are popular holidays celebrated across the world. Today, I want to talk about some of the more unusual ways to celebrate during the winter season. What is the weirdest holiday tradition?

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Vocabulary List

Tradition (n) - a way of behaving or a belief that has been established for a long time

It is a western tradition for brides to wear white.

Weird (adj) - very strange and unusual, unexpected, or not natural

Her boyfriend's a bit weird but she's nice.

Unique (adj) – being unusual or special in some way

I'd recognize your handwriting anywhere - it's unique.

To decorate (v) - to add something to an object or place, especially in order to make it more attractive

He decorated his Christmas tree with lights and stars

To poop (v) - to pass solid waste from the body

Your dog pooped outside my house

Mischief (n) – behaviour that is slightly bad but is not intended to cause serious harm or damage

He needs a hobby to keep him busy and stop him from getting into mischief.

Oblivious (adj) - not conscious of something, especially what is happening around you

He was oblivious to his friend’s feelings

Obscure (adj) - not known to many people

He only like obscure band

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193. What Happened in 2022? Dec 19, 2022

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What happened in 2022? How much do you remember about the previous year? Today I’m going to go through every major event that occurred in 2022! Listen, learn, and practice your English!

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How to Immerse Yourself in English?? Dec 14, 2022

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Surrounding yourself with English is the best way to improve, learn, and progress. But how can you do this when you don’t live in the UK, USA, or any English-speaking country? Keep listening and you’ll find out a lot of useful information about language immersion and how to do it yourself!

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