Register for "The Mules": https://bit.ly/MulesJun24Registration closes 23:59 03/09/2023 || Summer Offer €99 only (€30 off)--Robert Fortune, a Scottish botanist, pulled off one of history's greatest acts of corporate espionage: stealing the secrets of tea production from China.
In this episode we'll explore his daring adventure, the fascinating world of 19th-century tea trade, and how his actions forever changed the global tea industry.
Robert Fortune's theft of tea from China
Importance of tea to Britain
Opium trade with China
Impact of Opium Wars
Restrictions on foreign travel in China
Fortune's disguise and exploration
Discovery of tea production methods
Transportation of tea plants to India
Success of the Indian tea industry
Robert Fortune's legacy
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/robert-fortune
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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
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Folge vom 28.06.2024#484 | Robert Fortune: The Man Who Stole Tea From China
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Folge vom 21.06.2024#482 | Ayn Rand & The Philosophy of ObjectivismRegister for "The Mules": https://bit.ly/MulesJun24Registration closes 23:59 03/09/2023 || Summer Offer €99 only (€30 off)--Ayn Rand is one of the most controversial thinkers of the 20th century. In this episode, we'll explore her philosophy of Objectivism, which champions rational self-interest and free-market capitalism, and discuss why her ideas remain divisive today. Ayn Rand's life and background Philosophy of Objectivism "The Fountainhead" and its themes Success and controversy of "Atlas Shrugged" Core beliefs of Objectivism Role of government in Objectivism Rational self-interest explained Controversies and criticisms of Objectivism Ayn Rand's impact and legacy Rand's personal life contradictions Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/ayn-rand ---You might like:? Join The Mules (closes 23:59 30/06/2024) ? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists?? Demystifying Business English Course⚡️ How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English? Join the weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, 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 14.06.2024#480 | Marcus Aurelius | The Philosopher EmperorRegister for "The Mules": https://bit.ly/MulesJun24Registration closes 23:59 03/09/2023 || Summer Offer €99 only (€30 off)--Meet Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor who combined power with philosophy. In this episode, we'll learn about his famous work, "Meditations", and explore five key ideas that still resonate today. Introduction to Marcus Aurelius Importance of his book "Meditations" Control what you can, ignore what you can't Live according to nature and rationality Continuous self-reflection and self-examination Embrace and welcome fate Awareness of impermanence and mortality Authenticity and practical advice Aurelius' personal struggles and resilience Modern resurgence of Stoicism and its relevance today Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/marcus-aurelius ---You might like:? Join The Mules (closes 23:59 30/06/2024) ? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists?? Demystifying Business English Course⚡️ How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English? Join the weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, 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 07.06.2024#478 | The UK General Election (2024)Register for "The Mules": https://bit.ly/MulesJun24Registration closes 23:59 03/09/2023 || Summer Offer €99 only (€30 off)--The British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called an early general election in the UK, surprising many. We'll explore why he made this decision, the main themes of the election, and who could be the next Prime Minister. Rishi Sunak calls an early election for July 4th.History of Conservative leadership since 2010.British Prime Ministers’ unpopularity and challenges.Reasons behind Rishi Sunak's early election call.Overview of the UK’s “first past the post” system.Key candidates: Rishi Sunak vs. Keir Starmer.Keir Starmer’s political strategy and criticisms.Conservative Party’s campaign focus on trust and economy.Labour’s campaign focus on change and social issues.Embarrassing moments during Sunak's election announcement. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/uk-general-election ---You might like:? Join The Mules (closes 23:59 30/06/2024) ? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists?? Demystifying Business English Course⚡️ How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English? Join the weekly newsletter---Keywords: Learn English, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية