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Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English? English Learning for Curious Minds is an English podcast for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to improve their English listening while learning weird and wonderful things about the world. If you want to learn English naturally, improve your English listening skills, and discover fascinating ideas at the same time, this podcast is for you. Every episode helps you improve your English through interesting stories, history, psychology, business, culture, science, and strange-but-true events from around the world. Instead of textbook exercises or boring grammar drills, you’ll learn English through ideas worth talking about. This is an English-learning podcast for curious adults — people who want to build confidence in English, improve listening comprehension, expand vocabulary in context, and enjoy the process of learning. This podcast is spoken in clear, British English. Whether you want English listening practice, vocabulary in context, or simply a way to learn through ideas worth talking about, you'll find episodes designed for intermediate to advanced learners and spoken at a speed you can understand. Every episode comes with: * Interactive transcripts * Subtitles * Key vocabulary explanations * Bonus learning materials * PDF study packs You’ll hear episodes about history, psychology, language, business, habits, strange stories, culture, communication, and the ideas that shape how people think and behave — all designed to help you improve your English naturally. Questions we help listeners answer include: * How can I improve my English listening? * How can I learn English without boring textbooks? * What is the best English podcast for intermediate learners? * How can I build vocabulary in context? * How can I stay motivated while learning English? Join listeners in 189 countries and discover a more interesting way to learn English. Find bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, vocabulary explanations, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com

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  • Folge vom 30.01.2026
    #592 | A Beginner’s Guide To British Politics (English Listening Practice)
     British politics can feel confusing, with a king, a Prime Minister, and noisy debates in an old building. This episode explains how the system works, from Parliament and voting to why two parties have ruled for so long. Magna Carta and early Parliament shaped British politics.Westminster: Parliament's home with Commons and Lords.Parliament: Commons of elected MPs, Lords of appointed members.Monarch's role: ceremonial, appoints PM, opens Parliament.Voting system: constituencies and First Past the Post.Two-party dominance challenged by rising Reform party.Forming governments, general elections, choosing the Prime Minister.MPs' duties, constituency work, and Prime Minister’s Questions.Leadership contests and votes of no confidence.Devolution: Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland; West Lothian Question. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/guide-british-politics ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]? A look inside Leonardo English membership ? Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية
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  • Folge vom 16.01.2026
    #590 | The Unabomber | The Story of Ted Kaczynski (English Listening Practice)
     He was a mathematical genius who vanished into the wilderness... and became one of America’s most notorious terrorists. In this episode, we'll explore the life of the Unabomber, the manifesto that finally exposed him, and the manhunt that lasted 17 years. 1995 newspapers publish manifesto; FBI hopes someone recognises author.Manifesto argues technology enslaves and crushes freedom.David Kaczynski recognises his brother’s writing style.Ted’s childhood genius, social isolation, and a Harvard study.Leaves academia; Montana cabin life fuels anti-technology radicalisation.Bombings kill three, injure twenty-three; targets linked to technology.Long, expensive manhunt; few clues for years.Language analysis helps arrest; cabin raid finds crucial evidence.Trial, plea deal, life sentences, death in 2023.Anti-technology message spreads online, despite his original intentions. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/unabomber ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]? A look inside Leonardo English membership ? Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية
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  • Folge vom 02.01.2026
    #587 | The Curious Tradition of Words of the Year (English Listening Practice)
     What do “truthiness”, “selfie”, and “goblin mode” have in common? In this episode, we'll see how Words of the Year are chosen, look at some of the most pertinent from history, and explore the winners of this year's prize. What "Word of the Year" meansHow dictionaries choose: data and expert judgementSometimes a public vote decides the winnerCommon themes: politics, culture, technology, internet language2005 "truthiness": feels true, not actually true2013 "selfie": rise of phone photos of yourself2016 "post-truth": emotions beat facts in politics2022 "goblin mode": lazy, messy, not sorry attitude2025 "6 7": young people's meme with unclear meaningCollins winner "vibe coding": using AI to write code Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/2025-words-of-the-year ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]? A look inside Leonardo English membership ? Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية
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  • Folge vom 19.12.2025
    #585 | Is AI Really Destroying the Planet?
     Is AI really a disaster for the environment, or are the fears exaggerated?  In this episode, we'll discuss the environmental cost of Artificial Intelligence.   From a water controversy in Scotland to the heat of Arizona, we look at how much energy AI really needs, and whether we should be worried.  BBC report on AI water use in Scotland. Scotland's data centres use 0.005% of water supply. What data centres are; cooling also uses energy. AI requests create answers, needing powerful chips and energy. Each query uses tiny energy, CO2, and water. Headlines exaggerate AI's impact; context shows minimal effect. Data centres use 1.5% of global electricity. One burger's water equals millions of AI queries. Energy source matters; location and water scarcity change impact. AI use growing fast, but efficiency improving a lot. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/ai-vs-planet ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube]? A look inside Leonardo English membership ? Join our FREE weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية
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