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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.

    Bonus episodes and ad-free episodes, exclusive for Patreon subscribers: https://www.patreon.com/collection/869866
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    Latest Episodes:
    100. How Many Oceans Are There? How Many Continents Are There? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Sep 08, 2021
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    How many oceans are there? And how many continents are there? While at first you might think these are quite simple questions, the answers can depend on where you come from and what you believe! Hopefully, by the end of today’s episode, you’ll know why there are not simple answers to these issues.

    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/09/08/100-how-many-oceans-are-there-how-many-continents-are-there-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    Vocabulary List

    Continent (n) - a large land mass surrounded, or mainly surrounded, by the sea and usually consisting of various countries

    Scientists believe all humans originally came from the African continent

    According to (preposition) - as stated by

    According to our records you owe $150 to the bank

    To encircle (v) - to surround something, forming a circle around it

    The house is encircled by a high fence

    Misleading (adj) - causing someone to believe something that is not true

    Commercials must not create a misleading impression

    Body (n) - a body of water is a large area of water, such as a lake, a sea, or an ocean

    What is the body of water called between the UK and France?

    Discrepancy (n) - a difference between two things that should be the same

    There is some discrepancy between the two bills

    Saline (adj) - containing or consisting of salt

    This scientific experiment requires a saline solution

    Set in stone (expression) - the be very difficult or impossible to change

    The schedule isn’t set in stone, but we should stick to it closely

    Tectonic plate (n) - one of the parts of the earth’s surface that move in relation to each other

    Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates

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    99. Should We Colonize Space? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Sep 06, 2021
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    Should we colonize space? Should humans leave Earth and try to make the Moon, or Mars, or another planet our new home? Is this even something worth considering? This episode of Thinking in English will try to answer some of these questions, and will provide an overview of the debate surrounding space colonization!


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/09/06/99-should-we-colonize-space-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    52. The Missions to Mars: Why are the USA, China and UAE all heading to the red planet? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

    29. China Lands on the Moon: Are we on the Verge of a New Space Race? (English Vocabulary Lesson)


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    Vocabulary List

    To thrive (v) - to grow, develop, or be successful

    His business is thriving in the current economy

    Propulsion (n) - a force that pushes something forward

    He modified his car to use jet propulsion

    To colonize (v) - to send people to live in and govern another country (or place)

    Peru was colonized by the Spanish in the 16th century

    Astronomer (n) - someone who studies astronomy. Astronomy is the scientific study of the universe and the objects that exist in space like the moon, the sun, planets, and stars

    He is an astronomer at a prestigious research university

    Proponent (n) - a person who speaks publicly in support of a particular idea or plan of action

    He is one of the leading proponents of leaving the EU

    Catastrophic (adh) - causing sudden and very great harm or destruction

    An increase in the use of fossil fuels could have catastrophic results for the planet

    To terraform (v) - in books, films or games about an imagined future, to change the environment of a planet so that it is more like Earth and could be a place where humans could live

    Can we terraform Mars?

    Inhospitable (adj) - not suitable for humans to live in

    They had to trek for miles through inhospitable countryside

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    5 Amazing Books to Improve Your English! Sep 03, 2021
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    On today's episode, I'm going to give you 5 amazing books to help you improve and practice your English skills! All language students should be reading as often as possible. You can develop your vocabulary and grammar knowledge, discover new information about cultures and history, and enjoy yourself at the same time! It can be scary and frustrating when trying to choose your first English book, but hopefully this episode will make it a much simpler experience.


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/09/03/5-amazing-books-to-improve-your-english/


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    98. Are Video Games Bad For Children?: China’s Video Game Ban Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) Sep 01, 2021
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    China recently announced the world’s strictest limitations on children’s ability to play video games. On this episode of Thinking in English, let’s look at what these new restrictions are, investigate why they have been introduced, and examine some of the potential consequences!


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/09/01/98-are-video-games-bad-for-children-chinas-video-game-ban-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    Vocabulary List

    Inspection (n) - the act of looking at something carefully, or an official visit to check that everything is correct and legal

    Her job is to carry out health and safety inspections of buildings

    To crack down (phrasal v) - to start dealing with bad or illegal behaviour in a more severe way

    The library is cracking down on people who don’t return their books

    Culmination (n) - the point at which an event or series of events ends, having developed until it reaches this point

    Winning first prize in the tournament was the culmination of years of practice and hard work

    Excessive (adj) - too much

    Excessive exercise can sometimes cause health problems

    Monopolistic (adj) - having or trying to have complete control of something, especially an area of business, so that others have no share

    The company is accused of monopolistic behaviour

    Gore (n) - blood, especially from violence or injury

    It’s a good film, but there’s a lot of blood and gore in it

    Loophole (n) - a small mistake in an agreement or law that gives someone the chance to avoid having to do something

    Billionaires have been using tax loopholes to save money

    Unlicensed (adj) - not having a license (a document giving legal permission) for something

    Unlicensed software used by businesses costs software developers millions every year!

    Detriment (n) - harm or damage

    Are you sure that I can follow this diet without detriment to my health?

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    97. Dark Tourism Explained: Why do people want to visit dangerous and terrifying places? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Aug 30, 2021
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    Although most people like to spend their vacations visiting historical sites or sunbathing on the beach, some people choose to visit dangerous and terrifying places! Would you travel to a war zone, a country that arrests visitors, or a place with a high crime rate? Let’s talk about it on this episode of Thinking in English!


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/08/30/97-dark-tourism-explained-why-do-people-want-to-visit-dangerous-and-terrifying-places-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    92. What is happening in Afghanistan? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

    94. The Fall of Afghanistan: What is happening in Afghanistan – Part 2 (English Vocabulary Lesson)


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    Vocabulary List

    Evacuee (n) - someone who is evacuated from a dangerous place, especially during a war

    Thousands of evacuees crossed the border to safety

    Naively (adv) - in a way that shows you are willing to believe that life is pleasant and fair (even if it is not!)

    Naively, i turned up to the event without a ticket, thinking it would be easy to get in

    Hostage (n) - someone who is taken as a prisoner by an enemy in order to force the other people involved to do what the enemy wants

    She was taken hostage by the gunmen

    Infamous (adj) - famous for something bad

    This town is infamous for a being home to a murderer

    Catch-all (adj) - general and intended to include everything

    ‘Indigestion’ is a catch-all term for any kind of stomach distress

    Macabre (adj) - used to describe something that is very strange and unpleasant because it is connected with death or violence

    She has a pretty macabre sense of humour

    To risk (v) - to do something although there is a chance of a bad result

    He risked losing his house when his company went bankrupt

    Abduction (n) - the act of taking a person away by force

    The abduction took place in front of several helpless witnesses

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    “When pigs fly:” Essential English Idioms, Expressions, and Proverbs! (English Vocabulary Lesson) Aug 27, 2021
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    Welcome to Thinking in English. Today I want to introduce some common English idioms, proverbs, and expressions using the word “fly”.


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/08/27/when-pigs-fly-essential-english-idioms-expressions-and-proverbs-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    Today's Idioms

    Birds of a feather fly together

    Fly at (someone or something)

    Fly into a rage/temper

    Fly beneath (the/someone's) radar

    Fly in the face of

    Fly off the shelves

    When pigs fly

    A fly on the wall

    A fly in the ointment

    Wouldn't hurt a fly

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    96. What are the Paralympic Games?: Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) Aug 25, 2021
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    On Tuesday 24th of August, the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games will be held! Although the Paralympics tend to attract less attention than their more famous counterparts, the Olympic Games, they are an excellent showcase of incredible athletes with amazing stories. This episode of Thinking in English will introduce what the Paralympics are, some of the history behind the competition, and end by discussing the potential legacy of Tokyo 2020!


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/08/25/96-what-are-the-paralympic-games-tokyo-2020-paralympic-games-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    88. Why are the Tokyo 2020 Olympics so controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson)


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    Vocabulary List

    Packed (adj) - completely full

    The train was so packed that I couldn’t find a seat

    Spine-tingling (adj) - very special and exciting

    Watching Usain Bolt win the Olympic hundred metres was one of those spine-tingling moments

    Amputee (n) - a person who has had an arm or leg cut off due to illness or injury

    As he is an amputee, he uses a special blade to help him run

    Impairment (n) - the state of being impaired in some way so that something is weaker and less effective

    The law bans discrimination against anyone with a mental or physical impairment

    Rehabilitation (n) - the process of returning to a healthy or good way of life

    Many amputees in the early stages of their rehabilitation feel despair

    Ingenuity (n) - someone’s ability to think of clever new ways of doing something

    I was impressed by the ingenuity of the contestants

    Legacy (n) - a situation that has developed as a result of past actions and decisions

    The success of the Olympic Games left a lasting legacy of benefit to the city

    Inclusive (adj) - an inclusive group or organization tries to include many different types of people and treat them all fairly and equally

    Our aim is to create a fairer, more inclusive society

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    95. The World’s Strangest Time Zones!: What are time zones and why are they so weird? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Aug 23, 2021
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    You may not have thought about it before, but time zones are strange. What are time zones and why do we use them? Who decided the world should be loosely split into 24 different regions with 24 different times? Why do some countries and territories decide to change or make their own time zones? Where are the strangest time zones in the world? Let’s try to answer these questions in this episode of Thinking in English!


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/08/23/95-the-worlds-strangest-time-zones-what-are-time-zones-and-why-are-they-so-weird-english-vocabulary-lesson/


    64. Daylight Savings Time!: Why do we change our time in the summer? (English Vocabulary Lesson)


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    Vocabulary List

    To pick up (phrasal v) - to buy something cheaply

    I picked up a new computer for a great price in the sale

    Downright (adj, adv) - extremely or very great

    She’s being downright unhelpful and obstructive

    Loosely (adv) - not exactly

    This phrase can be loosely translated as “Go away!”

    To adjust (v) - to change something slightly to make it fit, work better, or be suitable

    You should adjust your phone’s screen brightness late at night

    To adopt (v) - to accept or start to use something new

    We will have to adopt a more scientific approach in the future

    Longitude (n) - the distance of place east or west of an imaginary line between the North Pole and the South Pole, measured in degrees

    Harrison invented one of the most accurate clocks ever which allowed sailors to determine their longitude

    Enclave (n) - a part of a country that is surrounded by another country

    Kaliningrad is a Russian enclave surrounded by Lithuania, Poland, and the sea.

    Autonomous (adj) - an autonomous organization, country, or region is independent and has the freedom to govern itself

    That region is autonomous and makes its own decisions about tax, education, and health care

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    Awesome English Riddle Challenge!! Aug 20, 2021
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    On this episode of Thinking in English, I am going to set you all a challenge! A riddle is a question, statement, or phrase that is almost a puzzle and requires you to think to answer. Riddles are a great way to stimulate your mind, get your brain working, and have fun! They are also excellent ways to test your English skills.

    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/08/20/awesome-english-riddle-challenge/


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    94. The Fall of Afghanistan: What is happening in Afghanistan - Part 2 (English Vocabulary Lesson) Aug 18, 2021
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    On Sunday 15th August, the Taliban entered the capital city of Afghanistan and effectively took control of the country. Let’s look at what has happened in the last few days, how the US withdrawal has been criticised, and what the future of the country looks like!


    TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/08/18/94-the-fall-of-afghanistan-what-is-happening-in-afghanistan-part-2-english-vocabulary-lesson/


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    Vocabulary List

    To fall (v) - if a place falls in a war, an enemy army gets control of it

    Rome fell to the Vandals in the year 455

    Bloodshed (n) - killing and violence

    We must find a way to end the bloodshed

    Exodus (n) - the movement of a lot of people from a place

    There has been an exodus of workers from the villages to the towns

    Sensitive (adj) - needing to be treated with care or secrecy

    A government minister left hundreds of sensitive documents on the train

    Abject (adj) - extremely unhappy, poor, unsuccessful etc

    The government’s decision has been an abject failure

    To evacuate (v) - to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe

    A thousand people were evacuated from their homes following the floods

    To impose (v) - to officially force a rule, law, punishment

    Very high taxes have been imposed on cigarettes

    Humanitarian (adj, n) - involved in or connected with improving people’s lives and reducing suffering

    The UN is sending humanitarian aid to the worst affected areas

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