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 K-Pop, Volodymyr Zelensky, and Indian Cricket – what do these three things have in common? Soft power, of course.  In this episode, we're going to be talking about Soft Power in the 21st century and the unusual but fascinating displays of it.   Global Soft Power Index: Brand Directory's annual survey. Soft Power according to Joseph Nye in 1990. Soft Power's non-military, non-economic influence. Korea's rise in soft power ranking. K-Pop's Soft Power: BTS and the Korean Wave. Zelenskyy's Soft Power Amid Conflict: Ukraine, Russia conflict. Transforming soft power into hard power. Cricket as soft power: Origin in England, spread by the British Empire. Cricket's popularity in former colonies. Cricket as a bridge in India-Pakistan relations. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/kpop-zelensky-cricket ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists?‍? Demystifying Business English Course? A look inside Leonardo English membership⚡️  How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English ? Join the weekly newsletter✍️ Free English Grammar Checker---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

 We all know salt as a simple white seasoning to add to our cooking, but it's much more than that.   In this episode, we'll be exploring salt's fascinating role throughout history – from how it served as a catalyst for revolutions to how it is featured in society.   Salt's role in history and its surprising impact. Preservation: Salt's role in preserving meat, fish for months. Essential nutrient: Human dependence on salt in diets. Early trade routes based on the salt trade. La Gabelle: Infamous French salt tax causing regional disparities. Connection to French Revolution and discontent. American Revolution: British blockade, salt smuggling, victory. Societal impact: Salt shaping trade routes, language, culture. Recap of salt's multifaceted historical significance. Reflection on salt's impact on trade, language, and culture. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/salt ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists?‍? Demystifying Business English Course? A look inside Leonardo English membership⚡️  How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English ? Join the weekly newsletter✍️ Free English Grammar Checker---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

 It is a story that brings together billionaires, presidents, princes, private islands, and unfortunately, decades of sexual abuse of underage girls.  In this episode, we will be talking about the disgraced American financier, Jeffrey Epstein.  Epstein's background and early career Epstein's rise in the world of finance Initial arrest and charges related to sexual abuse Controversial plea deal in 2008 Epstein's second arrest in 2019 on sex trafficking charges Allegations of Epstein's involvement with powerful people Epstein's death in jail and conspiracy theories The impact of Epstein's case on society Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/jeffrey-epstein ---You might like:? Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists?‍? Demystifying Business English Course? A look inside Leonardo English membership⚡️  How To Use Podcasts Like A Boss To Learn English ? Join the weekly newsletter✍️ Free English Grammar Checker---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