CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Follow Marie and the Feminist Majo!! Check out her blog -- https://feministmajo.wordpress.com/ Follow Marie's Instagram -- @feministmajo Follow the Feminist Majo everywhere! - https://linktr.ee/feministmajo On today’s episode of Conversations with Thinking in English, I’m incredibly happy to welcome my good friend Marie onto the podcast! Marie is originally from France and runs the Feminist Majo blog which posts fascinating articles about the lives of women in East Asia. Marie also has a Master’s degree in Asian Politics (from the same university as I graduate from) and has studied a lot of languages in her life! Join us for a conversation on feminism, women in East Asia, and how to develop your language skills to be able to study at a top English language university! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/18/feminist-majo-maintaining-advanced-english-feminism-and-east-asia/ You may also like... What is the Point in Studying Latin? w/ Village Green English 147. Does a Country Need an Army?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 146. What is Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List is on the BLOG!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today's episode of Thinking in English, let's take a look at sarcasm in English! What is sarcasm? What is the point of it? And what are the different types of sarcasm? By the end of this episode, you should know the answers to these questions! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/13/what-is-sarcasm/ You may also like... English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) Best UK Comedies for Learning British English What is the Point in Studying Latin? w/ Village Green English INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ Does a country actually need an armed forces? What would happen if a nation chose to not have a military and not spend money on defence? Surely every country must have some kind of army? Let's discuss this on today's episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/11/does-a-country-need-an-army/ You may also like... 146. What is Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Remarkable (adj) - unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning Nelson Mandela was a remarkable man Expenditure (n) - the total amount of money that a government or person spends The government’s annual expenditure on health increases every year Procurement (n) - the process of getting supplies or products He specialises in the procurement of rare objects Reliant (adj) - needing a particular thing or person in order to continue, to work correctly, or to succeed He’s completely reliant on his wheelchair to get around To demilitarise (v) - to remove military forces from an area There is a demilitarised zone between North and South Korea To dissolve (v) - to end an official organisation or legal arrangement Their marriage was dissolved last year To disband (v) - to stop existing as a group or organisation, or to end a group or organisation The international department was disbanded due to the pandemic Leverage (n) - power to influence people and get the results you want The British government has little leverage in that part of the world --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ In March, Florida passed a controversial new law which has been given the nickname the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. What does this new law do? Why is it controversial? And why did Florida pass such a controversial law now? Let’s discuss these questions and more on the Thinking in English podcast! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/06/what-is-floridas-dont-say-gay-bill/ You may also like... 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Bill (n) - a planned new law that is being discussed before voted on When a bill is passed in Parliament it becomes law Progressive (adj) - progressive ideas or systems are new and modern, encouraging changes in society He has very progressive ideas, which is surprising considering his conservative family LGBT (adj) - abbreviation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender She has been a campaigner for LGBT rights To decriminalise (v) - to stop something from being illegal Many US states have now decriminalised marijuana Legislature (n) - the group of people who have the power to make and change laws Parliament is the UK’s legislature Opt out (phrasal v) - to choose not to be part of an activity or to stop being involved in it Employees can choose to opt out of the pension scheme sexual orientation (n) - the fact of someone preferring to have sexual relationships either with men, or with women, or with both It is now illegal in many countries to discriminate against someone based on sexual orientation Worded (adj) - said or written with particular words The politician released a carefully worded statement Spontaneous (adj) - happening or done in a natural, often sudden way, without any planning or without being forced The audience broke into spontaneous applause Incidental (adj) - happening by chance His influence on younger employees was incidental, not intentional --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What is the point of studying an ancient language? Should the government fund Latin study? And what are the connections between Latin and English? Hopefully, we will answer all these questions in today’s episode! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/04/04/what-is-the-point-in-studying-latin/ Check Out Thomas and Village Green English! Visit the vgenglish.com Check out their YouTube Channel  Follow them on Instagram! - villagegreenenglish You may also like... What are Phantonyms? And What are False Friends? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog VOCABULARY LIST -- go to thinkinginenglish.blog (I couldn't fit it in the description)  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What are phantonyms? And what are false friends? Let's find out about these common challenges for English learners on today's episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/30/what-are-phantonyms-and-what-are-false-friends/ You may also like... 145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ What does it mean to be a patriot? What does it mean to love your country? Should you support your nation unconditionally, no matter what, and in any situation? Let’s talk about these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/28/should-you-support-your-country-unconditionally/ You may also like... 144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Unconditionally (adv) - in a way that is complete and not limited in any way He thanked his mother for being unconditionally supportive Imaginary (adj) - something that is imaginary is created by and exists only in the mind As a child, my brother had an imaginary friend Connotation (n) - a feeling or idea that is suggested by a particular word although it need not be a part of the word’s meaning, or something suggested by an object or situation “Resolute” means stubborn, but with a more positive connotation To diverge (v) - to follow a different direction, or to be or become different Although the two organisations used to work closely together, their objectives have diverged recently Exclusionary (adj) - causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place The political party has been criticised for its exclusionary membership rules Superiority (n) - the fact that one person or thing is better, stronger, etc. than another The French football team demonstrated their superiority over the Spanish last night Flaw (n) - a fault, mistake, or weakness This report is full of flaws Meaningful (adj) - useful, serious, or important It is difficult to form meaningful relationships with colleagues when you work online --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s investigate the debate over school uniforms. Are uniforms a way to make school safer and more equal? Or are uniforms stopping children from being individuals and have no effect on academic performance? TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/23/should-students-have-to-wear-school-uniforms/ You may also like... 143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson) Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!  142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Peculiarity (n) - something that is typical of one person, group, or thing Farmers have to change approach to deal with the peculiarities of each crop Uniform (n) - a set of clothes that has to be worn by the members of the same organisation or group of people The soldier wore full uniform on his wedding day Sixth-form (n) - in Britain, sixth-form is the part of a school for students aged 16-18 When I was at sixth-form, I studied Maths, History, and Politics Regulated (adj) - controlled by rules or laws We need to make sure banks are regulated so that they don’t put people’s savings in danger Mandatory (adj) - something that is mandatory must be done It is mandatory to wear seat belts in cars Intruder (n) - someone who is in a place or situation where they are not wanted or not allowed The intruders entered the house through the window Distracted (adj) - having your attention taken away from what you should be doing She was distracted by her phone throughout the dinner To enhance (v) - to improve in quality, amount, or strength of something Pictures can be enhanced using computer software Expression (n) - the act of saying what you think or showing how you feel using words or action Freedom of expression is considered a human right --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/  Joe Biden has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of being a “war criminal.” But what does this mean? What is a war crime”? And what makes someone a war criminal? Let’s talk about this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!  TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/21/what-is-a-war-crime/  You may also like...  Logical Fallacies: Mistakes You Probably Make When Arguing!   142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson)  141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson)  How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!!  INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/)  Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog  Vocabulary List  Off-the-cuff (phrase) - if you speak off the cuff, you say something without having prepared or thought about your words first  I hadn’t prepared a speech so I just said a few words off the cuff  Rhetoric (n) - speech or writing intended to be effective and influence people  I was influenced by her rhetoric into donating to the charity  To commit (v) - to do something illegal or something that is considered wrong  He was sent to prison for a crime he didn’t commit  Humanity (n) - understanding and kindness towards other people  He displayed no humanity to his opponent  To ratify (v) - (especially of government or organisations) to make an agreement official  Many countries have now ratified the UN convention on the rights of the child  To prohibit (v) - to officially refuse to allow something  Cars are prohibited from driving in the town centre  To prosecute (v) - to officially accuse someone of committing a crime in a court  He was prosecuted for fraud  Tribunal (n) - a special court who are officially chosen to examine problems of a particular type  She took her case to an immigration tribunal  Explicitly (adv) - in a way that is clear and exact  The law explicitly prohibits stealing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today's episode of Thinking in English, let's discover some of the most common mistakes people make when arguing or debating! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/16/mistakes-you-probably-make-when-arguing/ You may also like... 142. What is an Oligarchy?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!! 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ The US, UK, and EU have introduced massive sanctions against many Russian oligarchs. These rich and powerful men are thought to have influence over Russia’s leaders and policies - but why? What is an oligarch? And what is an oligarchy? Let’s talk about it on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/14/what-is-an-oligarchy/ You may also like... 141. South Korean Elections Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!! 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Sanction (n) - an official order that is taken against a country in order to make it obey international law Trade sanctions will be lifted if they agree to stop producing nuclear weapons State (n) - a country and/or its government Some museums are funded by the state To skyrocket (v) - to rise extremely quickly or make extremely quick progress towards success Housing prices have skyrocketed in recent months To differ (v) - to be not like something or someone else My views differ considerably from my parents Defective (adj) - something that is defective has a fault in it and does not work correctly My eyesight is defective so I wear glasses Perverted (adj) - considered strange and unpleasant by most people He has a sick and perverted sense of humour Corrupt (adj) - dishonestly using your position or power to get an advantage, especially for money That country’s police are very corrupt - you need to pay them if they stop your car Disproportionate (adj) - too large or too small in comparison to something else, or not deserving its importance or influence There are a disproportionate number of girls in my class Tycoon  (n) - a person who has become very rich and powerful He made his fortune as a shipping tycoon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On the one side there is a liberal politician with a history of defending working people, but also of using insults and showing anger. On the other side is a conservative former prosecutor who has been successfully anti-corruption throughout his career, but has also been accused of being a misogynist. Who will become the next President of South Korea? Let’s find out in today’s episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/09/south-korean-elections-explained/ You may also like... How to THINK CRITICALLY in ENGLISH!!! 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List To transition (v) - to change from one form or situation to another Schools have begun to transition towards a new style of teaching Discontent (n) - a feeling of wanting better treatment or an improved situation There was widespread discontent of the plan Misogyny (n) - feeling of hating women, or the belief that men are much better than women The politician has been accused of being a misogynist Consolidated (adj) - made stronger and more certain He was re-elected and his power was consolidated Traitorous (adj) - not loyal to your own country, social group, beliefs, etc He was accused of traitorous actions against his country To abolish (v) - to end an activity officially I think bullfighting should be abolished To stagnate (v) - to stay the same and not grow or develop I hope my podcast never stagnates Misconduct (n) - unacceptable or bad behaviour by someone in a position of responsibility or authority The CEO was accused of professional misconduct --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s learn how to think critically! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/07/how-to-think-critically-in-english/ You may also like… 140. Why Do We Still Have Nuclear Weapons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR SUPPORT TO PODCAST!!!! - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/donate-and-support/ They are terrifying, destructive, and devastating weapons which could kill millions if used… in fact they are so powerful that most people believe nuclear weapons should never be used again. So, why do we still have nuclear weapons? Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/03/02/140-why-do-we-still-have-nuclear-weapons/ You may also like... 139. Why China Should Have Industrialised First!: The Song Dynasty and the Industrial Revolution  (English Vocabulary Lesson) 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 136. What Happened to Patrick Zaki? (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List To deter (v) - to prevent someone from doing something by making it difficult to do it or threatening bad results if they do (also in the form deterrence and deterrent) High prices are deterring many young people from buying houses To decimate (v) - to reduce something severely Populations of endangered animals have been decimated Proliferation (n) - a great and quick increase in number or amount The proliferation of social media has changed how we communicate Disarmament (n) - the act of taking away or giving up weapons She said she supported nuclear disarmament Self-interest (n) - the act of considering the advantage to yourself when making decisions The company’s donation was motivated by self-interest Conventional (adj) - traditional and ordinary He lives a very conventional life To stabilise (v) - if something stabilises, it becomes fixed or stops changing The medicine stabilised his heart rate Verification (n) - the act of proving or checking that something exists, is true, or is correct We require verification of your age before you can buy beer Rational (adj) - based on clear thought and reason She made the rational decision and went home early --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

A thousand years ago, the Song dynasty of China created the most advanced and developed society in the world. It was so advanced that historians have compared it to 18th century Britain. However, unlike 18th century Britain, China did not have an industrial revolution. Let’s discuss why on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT = https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/28/song-dynasty-and-the-industrial-revolution/ You may also like... 138. The Strange History of Pitcairn Island!: Where is the Most Isolated Place in the World?  (English Vocabulary Lesson) “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 136. What Happened to Patrick Zaki? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 135. The End of Winter Sport?: Climate Change and the Future of the Winter Olympics! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Skilled (adj) - skilled work needs to be done by someone who has had special training We are recruiting experienced and skilled mechanics to work on a new project Industry (n) - the companies and activities involved in the production of goods The government has recently started listening to the concerns of industry Manufacturing (n) - business of producing goods in large numbers Car manufacturing has increased over the last month To flourish (v) - to grow or develop successfully The tomatoes in my garden are flourishing due to the warm weather Dynasty (n) - a series of rulers or leaders who are all from the same family, or a period when a country is ruled by them The Mogul dynasty ruled over India for centuries To observe (v) - to watch carefully Children learn by observing adults Plague (n) - (usually bubonic plague) a very infectious disease which killed half of all Europeans in the 14th century Millions died of the plague Printing press (n) - a machine that prints text or images, especially for books, newspapers, or other documents The printing press is one of the most important inventions in history To kneel (v) - to go down into a position where one or both knees are on the ground The mother knelt down beside her child --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Let's practice our English pronunciation with some of my favourite challenging tongue twisters!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/25/5-tongue-twisters-to-improve-your-english-pronunciation/ You may also like... Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) Terrifyingly Troubling Tongue Twisters!: A Pronunciation Challenge Tongue Twister Challenge!: English Pronunciation Practice  112. English Accents Explained!: Why do Language Learners Have Accents and Should We Care? (English Lesson) TONGUE TWISTERS You know New York, you need New York, you know you need unique New York He threw three free throws Wayne went to Wales to watch walruses We surely shall see the sun shine soon Betty Botter bought some butter But she said the butter’s bitter If I put it in my batter, it will make my batter bitter But a bit of better butter will make my batter better So ‘twas better Betty Botter bought a bit of better butter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Are you a 'exhausted,' 'dead on your feet,' or 'worn out?' On today's episode of Thinking in English, let's learn some excellent vocabulary to describe tiredness in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/23/tired-vocabulary-synonyms-and-phrases/ You may also like... Vocabulary for a Lazy Day!: ‘Couch Potato,’ ‘Lackadaisical,’ ‘Workshy’ and more! (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to Describe Illness in English!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) The BEST Vocabulary for Job Interviews, Resumes, and University Applications! A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

You probably haven’t heard of Pitcairn Island - but it has one of the most interesting histories in the Pacific Ocean. Not only is Pitcairn one of the remotest and most isolated places in the world, the people who live there have a unique and amazing story. Let’s talk about the strange history of Pitcairn in today's episode on Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/21/138-the-strange-history-of-pitcairn-island/ You may also like... “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 136. What Happened to Patrick Zaki? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 135. The End of Winter Sport?: Climate Change and the Future of the Winter Olympics! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 134. Is Obesity a Disease? (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Isolated (adj) - not near to other places He grew up in an isolated farm Remote (adj) - a long way from any towns, cities, or other people She studies remote communities high up in the mountains To inhabit (v) - to live in a place Those remote islands are only inhabited by birds and insects To captivate (v) - to hold the attention of someone by being extremely interesting, exciting, pleasant, or attractive Her singing captivated the audience Polynesian (n) - a person from Polynesia (including Hawaii, Tonga, Tuvalu, Samoa, and more islands) There are many Polynesian athletes playing professional rugby To sight (v) - to suddenly see something or someone After days at sea, the sailors finally sighted land Perilous (adj) - extremely dangerous The country roads are quite perilous Mutiny (n) - an occasion when a group of people, especially soldiers or sailors, refuses to obey orders and/or attempts to take control from people in authority (a ‘mutineer’ is a person involved in a ‘mutiny’) Conditions on the ship were so bad that the crew started to plan a mutiny To relocate (v) - to move or move something or someone from one place to another The couple relocated to Spain --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On today's episode of Thinking in English, I'm going to introduce some English sayings that are famous, but no longer commonly used! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/18/traditional-british-english-phrases-heading-to-the-knackers-yard/ You may also like... “Moron,” “Ignoramus,” and “Dotard”! Famous English Insults Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) Vocabulary for a Lazy Day!: ‘Couch Potato,’ ‘Lackadaisical,’ ‘Workshy’ and more! (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to Describe Illness in English!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On today's episode of Thinking in English, I'm going to explain some of the most famous insults in political history! From "dotard" to "malignant cancerous tumour," let's learn how countries and politicians like to describe each other!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/16/famous-english-insults-explained/ You may also like... Vocabulary for a Lazy Day!: ‘Couch Potato,’ ‘Lackadaisical,’ ‘Workshy’ and more! (English Vocabulary Lesson) How to Describe Illness in English!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog “The mute with the deaf” “Morons” “It still smells of sulphur” “You are an ignoramus, you are a donkey, Mr Danger...You are a coward, a killer, a genocide, an alcoholic, a drunk, a liar.” “A boy in short trousers” “Rocket man” and “Dotard” “A malignant cancerous tumour” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

What happened to Patrick Zaki? The Egyptian student, researcher, and human rights activist was arrested in Cairo 2 years ago - but why? What did he do? And what will happen in the future? Let's talk about it on today's episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/14/136-what-happened-to-patrick-zaki/ You may also like... 135. The End of Winter Sport?: Climate Change and the Future of the Winter Olympics! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 134. Is Obesity a Disease? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 133. Why Is Indonesia Changing Capital City? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 132. Pros and Cons of Mandatory National Service! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List To interrogate (v) -  To ask someone a lot of questions for a long time in order to get information, sometimes using threats or violence The man was arrested and interrogated for five hours To detain (v) - to force someone to officially stay in a place A suspect has been detained by the police for questioning To drop (v) - to stop something you were doing or planning to do The union dropped its demands in return for a pay rise To marginalise (v) - to treat someone or something as if they are not important Some people are worried that the country’s native language will be marginalised Relentless (adj) - continuing in a severe or extreme way The relentless heat makes it difficult to work during the day Arbitrarily (adv) - in a way that uses personal power unfairly and without considering people’s rights and wishes Local officials enforce rules arbitrarily and unreasonably Plight (n) - an unpleasant condition, especially a serious, sad, or difficult one He was moved by the plight of the refugees Honorary (adj) - given as a reward, without qualifying in a standard way The university gave the president a honorary degree Torture (n) - the act of causing great physical or mental pain in order to persuade someone to do something or to give information He revealed his secrets under torture --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

The Beijing winter Olympics are currently in full swing, but there is no snow falling from the sky. Over the next few decades, climate change and global warming will cause major problems for the future of winter sports. Is it the end of the winter Olympics? Let’s discuss it on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/11/135-the-end-of-winter-sport/ You may also like... 134. Is Obesity a Disease? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 133. Why Is Indonesia Changing Capital City? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 132. Pros and Cons of Mandatory National Service! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 131. Tonga’s Volcanic Eruption Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Phenomenal (adj) - extremely successful or special, especially in a surprising way Sarah did a phenomenal presentation during yesterday’s meeting Artificial (adj) - made by people, often as a copy of something natural He refuses to wear clothes made of artificial fabric Reliably (adv) - in a way that can be trusted or believed The soccer team reliably sells 5000 tickets a game Unstable (adj) - not firm and therefore not strong, safe, or likely to last It is a poor and politically unstable country Suboptimal (adj) - less than optimal (the best possible); not very good The court decided that the police response was suboptimal Saviour (n) - someone or something that saves someone from danger or harm The president likes to claim he is the saviour of the nation Viable (adj) - able to work as intended or able to succeed I’m afraid your plan is not financially viable To jeopardise (v) - to put something such as a plan or system in danger of being harmed or damaged She knew failing the test would jeopardise her chance to get into college --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Are you a 'couch potato,' 'indolent,' or 'lackadaisical?' On today's episode of Thinking in English, let's learn some excellent vocabulary to describe laziness in English!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/09/vocabulary-for-a-lazy-day/ You may also like... How to Describe Illness in English!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) The BEST Vocabulary for Job Interviews, Resumes, and University Applications! A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words) English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Obesity is a major problem in countries all around the world. With billions of people living unhealthy lives, the consequences are very significant. Is obesity a disease? Or is it something else? Let's discuss it on today's episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/07/134-is-obesity-a-disease/ You may also like... 133. Why Is Indonesia Changing Capital City? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 132. Pros and Cons of Mandatory National Service! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 131. Tonga’s Volcanic Eruption Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 130. The Mystery Illness Affecting Western Diplomats!: What is Havana Syndrome? CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Obese (adj) - extremely fat in a way that is dangerous for health She was not just overweight, she was obese To consider (v) - to believe someone or something to be, or think of him, her, or it as something He is considered to be the greatest ever tennis player Preventable (adj) - able to be prevented or stopped That company was investigated after numerous preventable accidents occurred. To impair (v) - to make it weaker so that it is less effective A knee injury impaired his chances of winning the tournament Imbalance (n) - a situation in which two things that should be equal or that are normally equal are not There is a huge economic imbalance between the two countries Inactive (adj) - doing nothing It’s bad for your health to be physically inactive To suffer (v) - to experience physical or mental pain She’s been suffering from cancer for two years Self-inflicted (adj) - if an injury or a problem is self-inflicted, you have caused it yourself Her injury was self-inflicted: she cut herself while cooking dinner --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Indonesia will soon move its capital city to a new location! Why has Indonesia had to make this decision? And why did they choose this location? Is Indonesia the first country to change capitals? Let's answer these questions on today's episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/04/133-why-is-indonesia-changing-capital-city/ You may also like... 132. Pros and Cons of Mandatory National Service! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 131. Tonga’s Volcanic Eruption Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 130. The Mystery Illness Affecting Western Diplomats!: What is Havana Syndrome? 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Bucket list (n) - a list of the things that a person would like to do or achieve before they die Visiting the Great Wall of China is on my bucket list Unsuitable (adj) - not acceptable, suitable, or right The TV show was considered unsuitable for children To submerge (v) - to go below or make something go below the surface of water The athlete submerges himself in an ice bath every day Warped (adj) - bent because of damage by heat or water Have you noticed how warped the floor is? To pump (v) - to force liquid or gas to move somewhere The new wine is pumped into storage tanks Extraction (n) - the process of removing something The extraction of resources has damaged the environment Archipelago (n) - a group of small islands or an area of sea in which there are many small islands Hawaii is an archipelago Dependent (adj) - needing the support of something or someone in order to continue existing or operating He has become dependent on alcohol Administrative (adj) - relating to the work of managing or organising a business or activity The administrative costs are increasing every year --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Today, let's talk about 7 types of words, phrases, and vocabulary you should AVOID including in your English resumes, applications, and job interviews! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/02/02/7-things-to-never-include-in-your-english-resume/ You may also like... The BEST Vocabulary for Job Interviews, Resumes, and University Applications! ESSENTIAL Action Verbs for Perfect ENGLISH Resumes, Job Interviews, and University Applications!! English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Some countries require their citizens to join the military or perform some other kind of service. Should countries have mandatory national service? What are the pros and cons? Let’s discuss it on today’s episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/31/132-pros-and-cons-of-mandatory-national-service/ You may also like... 131. Tonga’s Volcanic Eruption Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 130. The Mystery Illness Affecting Western Diplomats!: What is Havana Syndrome? 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! 128. Should Novak Djokovic be Allowed to Stay in Australia? (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Mandatory (adj) - something that is mandatory must be done, or is demanded by law In 1991, it became mandatory to wear seat belts in British cars Armed forces (n) - a country’s military forces, usually an army, navy, and air force The government is considering using the armed forces to help vaccinate citizens Conscription (n) - the act or process of forcing people by law to join the armed services The United States abolished conscription in 1973 To obligate (v) - to require or compel (someone) to undertake a legal or moral duty Employers are legally obligated to inform employees about benefits To undergo (v) - to experience something that is unpleasant or something that involved a change She underwent surgery on her injury yesterday Cohesion (n) - the situation when the members of a group or society are united The lack of cohesion in the team caused them to lose the game To mature (v) - to become more developed mentally and emotionally and behave in a responsible way He matured a lot while he was in college --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s learn some new ways to talk about and describe being ill and sick in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/28/how-to-describe-illness-in-english/ You may also like... How to Describe Pain in English!! Essential Vocabulary and Phrases (English Vocabulary Lesson)  ESSENTIAL Action Verbs for Perfect ENGLISH Resumes, Job Interviews, and University Applications!! English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) More Advanced Vocabulary to Describe the Weather – Part 2: Stop Saying Rainy, Windy, and Snowy!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

How do you make yourself stand out in a job application, interview, or university personal statement? One great method is to use powerful ACTION verbs!! Let's discover the benefits of action verbs in today's episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/26/essential-action-verbs-for-perfect-english-resumes-job-interviews-and-university-applications/ You may also like... The BEST Vocabulary for Job Interviews, Resumes, and University Applications! 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On January 15th, a massive volcanic eruption in Tonga sprayed lava, dust, and ash around the region and sent tsunami waves across the ocean. What is the situation in Tonga now? Why was the eruption so powerful? What will happen next? Let's discuss it on today's episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/24/tongas-volcanic-eruption-explained/ You may also like... 130. The Mystery Illness Affecting Western Diplomats!: What is Havana Syndrome? 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! 128. Should Novak Djokovic be Allowed to Stay in Australia? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 127. What is Happening in Kazakhstan?: Massive Protests Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Eruption (n) - the noun refers to a volcano exploding, shooting out hot rocks and burning substances The eruption of Krakatoa in 1883 was the potentially the loudest sound in history Ash (n) - the soft, grey or black, powdery substance left after burning something You have to clear the ash out of the fireplace To trigger (v) - to cause something to start Caffeine can trigger headaches in some people Devastating (adj) - causing a lot of damage or destruction Satellite images show the devastating impact of earthquakes Lava (n) - the hot liquid the comes out of the earth through a volcano, or the solid rock formed when it cools Lava can flow down the side of a volcano and destroy anything in its way Magma (n) - liquid hot rock found just below the surface of the earth The volcano’s magma chamber is quickly filling up Vaporisation (n) - process of turning, or causing something to turn, from a solid or liquid into gas The vaporisation of liquids occurs when they are heated to their boiling point --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

How do you make yourself stand out in English job applications? How can you write the perfect English university application? How can you best describe yourself in English? Let's learn some of the most useful vocabulary for job interviews, resumes, and university applications in today's episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/19/vocabulary-for-job-interviews-resumes-and-university-applications/ You may also like... A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words) 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

American diplomats and government officials around the world have been falling ill with a mysterious illness known as Havana syndrome. What are the symptoms? What is it caused by? Let's talk about it on today's episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/17/what-is-havana-syndrome/ You may also like... A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words) 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! 128. Should Novak Djokovic be Allowed to Stay in Australia? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 127. What is Happening in Kazakhstan?: Massive Protests Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Fatigue (n) - extreme tiredness She was suffering from fatigue Intelligence (n) - a group of people who collect and deal with secret information about the governments of other countries They received intelligence reports that the President was being targeted by protestors. To restore (v) - to return something to an earlier good condition The old paintings have been carefully restored to their original conditions Anomalous (adj) - different from what is usual, or not in agreement with something else and therefore not satisfactory You can’t prepare in advance for anomalous events that could ruin your plans, like the pandemic. Ailment (n) - an illness You should treat minor ailments yourself at home To disorientate (v) - to make someone confused about where they are and where they are going I was disorientated after being woken up unexpectedly at 4am Underlying (adj) - real but not immediately obvious We need to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and suffering Psychogenic (adj) - originating in the mind or in mental or emotional conflict Although doctors suggest the illness may be psychogenic, the government believes it has a physical cause --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has found himself in the middle of another poltical scandal. A quick glance at twitter, newspapers, or even speeches in parliament will reveal countless insults aimed at Boris: a liar, disrespectful, an idiot. These insults are a little boring and repetitive. So I thought I'd make a guide for insulting Boris using some of his own unique vocabulary! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/14/a-guide-to-insulting-boris-johnson/ You may also like... 129. Do Language Learning Apps Work?: Duolingo, Memrise, Babbel, and more! English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) 106. TOEFL vs IELTS!: Which One Should You Take? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 86. The Best Way to Master English?: Everything You Need to Know About Language Exchanges! CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Boondoggle Gibbering rictus hogwhimpering Maenad swankpot journalist Mugwump Mutton-headed Puffed-up popinjay  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On this episode of Thinking in English, let’s discuss language learning apps like Duolingo, Babbel, and Memrise! There are so many, they are so convenient, and so accessible: but will they actually help improve your English? And if you keep listening to the end, I’ll leave you with a few personal recommendations! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/12/129-do-language-learning-apps-work/ English Words You’re Using Wrong (English Vocabulary Lesson) 106. TOEFL vs IELTS!: Which One Should You Take? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 86. The Best Way to Master English?: Everything You Need to Know About Language Exchanges! 82. Why is your English not improving?: Tips and advice on how to get better! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Scores (plural n) - a lot of things or people He received cards from scores of local supporters Religiously (adv) - if you do something religiously, you do it regularly He visits his father religiously every week Phonetic (adj) - a spelling system can be described as phonetic if you can understand how words are pronounced simply by looking at their spelling German is a largely phonetic language Correspondence (n) - written communications such as letters and emails He was ordered to supply copies of any correspondence between his office and the client Barrier (n) - anything that prevents people from being together or understanding each other Despite the language barriers, they soon became good friends Tedious (adj) - boring My last job was so tedious Syntax (n) - the grammatical arrangement of words in a sentence Donald Trump was well known for his incorrect syntax --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Currently stuck in an immigration detention hotel in Australia, and facing deportation, tennis superstar Novak Djokovic is at the centre of an immigration battle. So, should he be allowed to stay in Australia? Let’s talk about it on this episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/10/128-should-novak-djokovic-be-allowed-to-stay-in-australia/ You may also like... 127. What is Happening in Kazakhstan?: Massive Protests Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 126. The Most Unstable Country in the World?: What is Happening in Sudan? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 125. New Zealand’s Smoking Ban Explained!!: Should We Ban Cigarettes? CONTACT ME INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Vocabulary List Saga (n) - a long complicated series of related, usually negative, events It was just another episode in the ongoing saga of their marriage problems Up in the air (phrase) - if a matter is up in the air, it is uncertain, often because other matters have to be decided first The whole future of the project is still up in the air Exemption (n) - special permission not to do or pay something Religions qualify for tax exemptions on their income To indicate (v) - to show, point, or make clear in another way She indicated to me that she was unhappy To adopt (v) - to accept or start to use something new The new tax would force companies to adopt energy-saving measures Immune (adj) - protected against a particular disease by particular substances in the blood Most people who’ve had chickenpox once are immune to it for the rest of their lives To revoke (v) - to say officially that an agreement, permission, a law, etc. is no longer in effect The authorities have revoked their original decision to allow the building of a new department store Loophole (n) - a small mistake in an agreement or law that gives someone the chance to avoid having to do something He used a loophole in the immigration law to stay in the USA Notice (n) - information or a warning given about something that is going to happen in the future The building is closed until further notice --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Massive protests, the resignation of the government, widespread violence, and Russian-led security forces. What is happening in Kazakhstan? Let’s talk about it on today’s episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/07/127-what-is-happening-in-kazakhstan-massive-protests-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... 126. The Most Unstable Country in the World?: What is Happening in Sudan? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 125. New Zealand’s Smoking Ban Explained!!: Should We Ban Cigarettes? 124. Who was Desmond Tutu?: The Life of an Extraordinary Man Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 123. Should We Boycott China’s Winter Olympics? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List Take to the streets (phrase) - when people take to the streets, they express their opposition to something in public and often violently Thousands of people have taken to the streets to protest against food shortages Steppe (n) - a large area of land with grass but no trees, especially in eastern Europe, Russia, and Central Asia The people have lived for centuries on the Central Asian steppes Landlocked (adj) - Completely surrounded by other countries, with no ocean borders Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country Swathe (n) - a large areas especially of land Huge swathes of rainforest are being cleared for farming and mining To emerge (v) - the become known or develop as a result of something New business opportunities will emerge with advances in technology Consolidated (adj) - made stronger and more certain He was re-elected for another four years and his power was consolidated To rock (v) - If an event rocks a group of people or society it causes feelings of shock The managing director’s resignation rocked the whole company Blackout (n) - an action taken to make certain that information about something is not reported to the public There was a news blackout after the revolution Peacekeeping (n) - the activity of preventing war and violence, especially using armed forces not involved in a disagreement to prevent fighting The UN sent a peacekeeping force to Rwanda --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

What is the most unstable country in the world? How about a country with nearly 20 coups since becoming independent? A country with countless wars, massive corruption, and daily protests? A country with a Prime Minister who was appointed, arrested, reinstated, and then resigned in the space of a few months? Let’s talk about this country on today’s episode of Thinking in English!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/05/126-the-most-unstable-country-in-the-world-what-is-happening-in-sudan-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... 124. Who was Desmond Tutu?: The Life of an Extraordinary Man Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 125. New Zealand’s Smoking Ban Explained!!: Should We Ban Cigarettes? 123. Should We Boycott China’s Winter Olympics? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List To dissolve (v) - to end an official organisation or a legal arrangement Parliament has been dissolved before the election Coup (n) - a sudden illegal, often violent, taking of government power, especially by part of an army Last year Myanmar’s government was overthrown by a military coup Unstable (adj) - not firm and therefore not strong, safe, or likely to last It is a politically unstable country Consensus (n) - a generally accepted opinion, decision, or agreement among a group of people The general consensus in the company is that the manager is a horrible person Civilian (adj) - relating to a person who is not a member of the police or the armed forces The army has been criticised for attacking the unarmed civilian population To reinstate (v) - to give someone back their previous job or position A month after being unfairly fired, he was reinstated in his job Ungovernable (adj) - unable to be governed or controlled; uncontrollable After an economic crisis, the state became ungovernable To mount (v) - to organise and begin an activity or event The lawyers are preparing to mount a defence of their client --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

New Zealand recently announced a complete ban on cigarette sales for future generations. People born after 2008 will never be able to buy tobacco products in the country. Is this a good idea? Should other countries ban cigarettes? Or are there problems with such an approach? Let’s discuss this and more on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/01/03/124-new-zealands-smoking-ban-explained-should-we-ban-cigarettes%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... 124. Who was Desmond Tutu?: The Life of an Extraordinary Man Explained!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) Answering Your Questions!! The Future of the Podcast, How to Use the Word ‘Bloke,’ and Where do I Live! 123. Should We Boycott China’s Winter Olympics? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List Upside (n) - the advantage of a situation It’s annoying that I can’t go on vacation this year, but the upside is that I can save up money to go somewhere more expensive next year Prevalence (n) - the fact that something is very common or happens often The prevalence of obesity is increasing in children Ubiquitous (adj) - seeming to be everywhere The mobile phone is perhaps the most ubiquitous of all consumer-electronic appliances To enact (v) - to put something into action, especially to make something a law The government has failed to enact any serious environmental laws To authorise (v) - to give someone official permission to do something I authorised my bank to pay her £3000 Accompanying (adj) - appearing or going with someone or something else Children under twelve require an accompanying parent or guardian to see the movie Take (something) with a pinch of salt (idiom) - to not completely believe something that you are told, because you think it is unlikely to be true You have to take everything you read on Facebook with a pinch of salt Craving (n) - a strong feeling of wanting something I have a craving for chocolate --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On Sunday the 26th of December, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, South African anti-apartheid activist, and one of the world’s most loved religious leaders, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, sadly passed away at the age of 90. Today, I want to explain to you all a little bit about his life, what he did, and why he became one of the most respected, revered, and well known international figures. TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/29/124-who-was-desmond-tutu-the-life-of-an-extraordinary-man-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... Answering Your Questions!! The Future of the Podcast, How to Use the Word ‘Bloke,’ and Where do I Live! 123. Should We Boycott China’s Winter Olympics? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 121. How to Start Your Own Country!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List To wander (v) - to walk around slowly in a relaxed way or without any clear purpose or direction We spent the afternoon wandering around the market stalls Segregation (n) - the state of keeping groups of people separate due to race, religion, sex, etc The policy has been criticised for allowing racial segregation Discrimination (n) - treating a person or group of people differently, especially in a worse way from the way in which you treat other people, because of their skin colour, sex, sexuality, etc Disabled people often experience discrimination Routinely (adv) - used for describing what often or usually happens Health and safety rules are routinely ignored To subject (v) - cause or force someone or something to undergo a particularly unwelcome experience or treatment He was subjected to a terrifying ordeal Movement (n) - a group of people with a particular set of aims or ideas The suffragette movement campaigned for votes for women To advocate (v) - to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something She advocates taking more vacation To preside (v) - to be in charge of a formal meeting, ceremony, or trial The judge presided over the official enquiry To pardon (v) - If someone who has committed a crime is pardoned, that person is officially forgiven and their punishment is stopped Large numbers of political prisoners have been pardoned by the new president --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Merry Christmas!! Let's practice our English pronunciation with some Christmas inspired tongue twisters!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/24/christmas-tongue-twisters/ You may also like... Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) Terrifyingly Troubling Tongue Twisters!: A Pronunciation Challenge Tongue Twister Challenge!: English Pronunciation Practice  112. English Accents Explained!: Why do Language Learners Have Accents and Should We Care? (English Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Seven Santas sang silly songs How many deer would a reindeer reign if a reindeer could reign deer? Running reindeer romp ’round red wreaths Kris Kringle clapped crisply Eleven elves licked eleven little liquorice lollipops. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On today’s episode of Thinking in English, I’m going to answer some of your questions!! TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/22/answering-your-questions-the-future-of-the-podcast-how-to-use-the-word-bloke-and-where-do-i-live/ You may also like... 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 121. How to Start Your Own Country!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 120. Bye Bye Queen!: Why Did Barbados Become a Republic? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 88. Why are the Tokyo 2020 Olympics so controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On this episode of Thinking in English, let's discuss why the boycott has been declared, and if sporting boycotts are ever successful! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/20/123-should-we-boycott-chinas-winter-olympics-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... 122. Ten Years of Kim Jong Un!: North Korea’s Last Decade Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 121. How to Start Your Own Country!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 120. Bye Bye Queen!: Why Did Barbados Become a Republic? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 88. Why are the Tokyo 2020 Olympics so controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List To boycott (v) - to refuse to buy a product or take part in an activity as a way of expressing strong disapproval Many people boycotted the singer’s shows after he was accused of racism Atrocity (n) - an extremely cruel, violent, or shocking act The rebel army is accused of committing atrocities against women and children Sterilisation (n) - the process of having a medical operation to make it impossible to have children Although they discussed sterilisation, in the end they decided to just keep a careful eye on their dog! Tantamount (adj) - being almost the same or having the same effect as something, usually something bad Her refusal to answer was tantamount to an admission of guilt Erroneous (adj) - wrong or false The erroneous belief that the 2020 election was won by Donald Trump has caused a great deal of anger in the USA Apartheid (n) - refers to a past South African system under which people of different races were legally separated and White people were given more political rights, education, and other advantages Nelson Mandela was an important leader in the struggle against the apartheid regime Cover up  (phrasal v) - to keep something unpleasant or illegal secret or hidden The police tries to cover up the truth Isolation (n) - the state of being separate, or kept separate, from other people or things Japan had a policy of isolation until the late 19th century Symbolic (adj) - used to refer to an action that expresses or seems to express an intention or feeling, but has little practical influence on a situation He knelt on the floor as a symbolic gesture --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On today's episode of Thinking in English, let's learn some of the English words you are probably using incorrectly! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/17/english-words-youre-using-wrong-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... “A lot on Your Plate,” “Swamped,” “Up to Your Neck in it”?: BUSY Vocabulary! (English Vocabulary) Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) 2021 Word of the Year!! ‘NFTs,’ ‘Cheugy,’ and ‘Regencycore’ (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

10 years ago, Kim Jong Un became leader of North Korea after the death of his father. In the following decade, the secretive country and its leader have rarely been out of the news. Let’s discuss what happened during North Korea’s past decade in this episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/15/122-ten-years-of-kim-jong-un-north-koreas-last-decade-explained-english-vocabulary-lesson/ You may also like... 121. How to Start Your Own Country!!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 120. Bye Bye Queen!: Why Did Barbados Become a Republic? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 119. Should 16 Year Olds Be Allowed To Vote?: Voting Ages explained!! (English Vocabulary lesson) 118. What is the Great Resignation?: Why are Millions of People Quitting Their Jobs? (English Vocabulary Lesson) INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List Secretive (adj) - If something or someone is secretive, they don’t want others to know anything about them She is very secretive about her age Personality Cult (n) - official organised love for a particular person, especially a political leader Stalin establish a personality cult in the Soviet Union To force (v) - to make something happen, or make someone do something difficult, unpleasant, or unusual, especially by threatening or not offering the possibility of choice I have to force myself to be nice to him Heir apparent (n) - the person with the automatic right to legally receive all or most of the money, property, titles, etc. from another person when they die The Prince of Wales is the heir apparent to the throne of England To purge (v) - to get rid of people from an organisation because you do not agree with them Party leaders have purged the political party of extremists Noticeable (adj) - easy to see or recognize There has been a noticeable improvement in James’s cooking Repressive (adj) - controlling what people do, especially by using force Myanmar was taken over by a repressive military regime Hardship (n) - a condition of life that causes difficulty or suffering The 1930s were a time of high unemployment and economic hardship --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Have you ever thought about starting your own country? Maybe you don’t like the government or laws in the country of your birth? Perhaps you want your people to make their own rules? Or maybe you just think it would be cool to be President of your own nation? Well, today I’ll give you a quick introduction on how to found a new country!! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/13/121-how-to-start-your-own-country-english-vocabulary-lesson/ You may also like... 120. Bye Bye Queen!: Why Did Barbados Become a Republic? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 119. Should 16 Year Olds Be Allowed To Vote?: Voting Ages explained!! (English Vocabulary lesson) 118. What is the Great Resignation?: Why are Millions of People Quitting Their Jobs? (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List Recognised (adj) - if someone or something is recognised, it is generally accepted that that person or thing has a particular position or is of a particular standard If you decide to study English abroad, make sure the qualifications you receive are from a recognized provider Defined (adj) - clearly showing the edge, shape, or limits of something I have a clearly defined role at work To declare (v) - to announce or express something clearly, publicly, and officially A government declared a state of emergency due to the pandemic Territory (n) - land, or sometimes sea, that is considered as belonging to or connected with a particular country or person The UN is sending aid to the disputed territory Independent (adj) - an independent country is not governed or ruled by another country Belize became fully independent from Britain in 1981 Sovereign (adj) - having the highest power or being completely independent We must respect the rights of sovereign states to conduct their own affairs Eligibility (n) - having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions The eligibility rules prevent children from entering the competition Straightforward (adj) - easy to understand or simple Just follow the signs to Milton Keynes - it’s very straightforward --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Today, let's learn some excellent alternatives to the adjective "busy!" TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/10/a-lot-on-your-plate-swamped-up-to-your-neck-in-it-busy-vocabulary-english-vocabulary/ You may also like... Most Difficult English Pronunciation Poem!!: The Chaos (English Pronunciation Lesson) 2021 Word of the Year!! ‘NFTs,’ ‘Cheugy,’ and ‘Regencycore’ (English Vocabulary Lesson) More Advanced Vocabulary to Describe the Weather – Part 2: Stop Saying Rainy, Windy, and Snowy!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

Today, let's read a poem. Not just any poem - the most difficult to pronounce English poem ever! POEM ------ https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/06/most-difficult-english-pronunciation-poem-the-chaos-english-pronunciation-lesson/ The Chaps by Gerard Nolst Trenité. You may also like... Terrifyingly Troubling Tongue Twisters!: A Pronunciation Challenge Tongue Twister Challenge!: English Pronunciation Practice  112. English Accents Explained!: Why do Language Learners Have Accents and Should We Care? (English Lesson) CONTACT ME!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support

On the 30th November 2021, Barbados became the world’s newest republic. They said goodbye to the British royal family, and after 400 years are now completely free from the UK! On today’s episode, let’s discuss why Barbados made this decision, and whether other countries might follow in their footsteps? TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/12/03/120-bye-bye-queen-why-did-barbados-become-a-republic-english-vocabulary-lesson%ef%bf%bc/ You may also like... 2021 Word of the Year!! ‘NFTs,’ ‘Cheugy,’ and ‘Regencycore’ (English Vocabulary Lesson) 119. Should 16 Year Olds Be Allowed To Vote?: Voting Ages explained!! (English Vocabulary lesson) 118. What is the Great Resignation?: Why are Millions of People Quitting Their Jobs? (English Vocabulary Lesson) CONTACT ME!! INSTAGRAM - thinkinginenglishpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thinkinginenglishpodcast/) Blog - thinkinginenglish.blog Gmail - [email protected] Vocabulary List Easternmost (adj) - furthest towards the east of an area Lowestoft is the easternmost town in Great Britain Head of state (n) - the official leader of a country, often someone who has few or no real political powers (like a constitutional monarch or president) Queen Elizabeth II is the head of state in 15 countries Republic (n) - a country without a king or queen, usually governed by elected representatives of the people and a president A majority of Jamaicans want the island to become a republic Follow in (sb’s) footsteps (idiom) - to do the same thing as someone else She followed in her mother’s footsteps and started her own business Unique (adj) - being the only existing one of its type or, more generally, unusual, or special in some way I’d recognize your handwriting anywhere - it’s unique To acknowledge (v) - to accept, admit, or recognize something, or the truth or existence of something He didn’t even acknowledge my presence Ruthlessly (adv) - in a way that shows no thought or worry about pain caused to others when deciding what you need to do She ruthlessly pursued her ambition, letting nothing get in her way To grant (v) - to give or allow someone something, usually in an official way They granted her an entry visa Reparation (n) - payment for harm or damage The company paid reparations to the victims of the explosion --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support