The pirates of the 21st century don't have parrots and swords, but night-vision goggles and AK47s. Discover why pirates have re-emerged, how they work, and what the effect of piracy is on the areas in which they operate.
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Jun 2025
Pirates: Myths vs Reality
<p>When it comes to our perception of pirates, Treasure Island has a lot to answer for. They didn't make their enemies walk the plank, they didn't keep parrots as pets, and they didn't bury their treasure. But that doesn't mean the golden age of piracy wasn't an era of swashbuckl ... Show More
38m 1s
Nov 4
Pirates of the Caribbean: Fact vs. Fiction
The real Pirates of the Caribbean were far more complex—and sometimes more brutal—than the swashbuckling legends in movies. From the late 1600s to the early 1700s, this region was a hotspot for piracy, where sailors turned outlaw raided ships for gold, goods, and freedom. Figures ... Show More
8m 14s
Mar 2025
#431 - How I Started to Understand Movies in English WITHOUT Subtitles — My 5 Secrets
<p>Listen with FREE Interactive Transcript only on the <span style="color: rgb(35, 111, 161);"><a style= "color: rgb(35, 111, 161);" href= "https://reallifeglobal.com/app/">RealLife App</a>.</span></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Struggling to understand fast English in movies and ... Show More
21m 52s
Apr 2025
Updates: Daniel Kahneman, new euro, Rust movie
<p><strong>Today's story: </strong>In this episode, you'll hear updates from several recent Plain English stories. Daniel Kahneman, who wrote the book "Thinking, Fast and Slow" died at age 90. What wasn't reported at the time: he went to Switzerland to end his own life. Plus, the ... Show More
16m 36s
Nov 10
If you know these 14 IDIOMS your English is SUPER ADVANCED!
Upgrade your English with these 14 powerful idioms and expressions!In today’s lesson, you’ll learn real, natural English phrases that native speakers use every day in work, life, and conversations. These expressions will help you sound clearer, more confident, and super advanced ... Show More
16m 46s