For many, he is the greatest writer in the history of the English language.
Outside the UK, he is known as the author of two of the most important political fiction books in history: Animal Farm & 1984.
Learn about the amazing life of this fantastic man and the events that shaped his worldview.
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[From The Vault 🔐] Cryonics | Freezing People in Time
From The Vault 🔐 — normally a member-only episode, unlocked this month for everyone.--It is a fascinating yet controversial practice that involves deep freezing the dead with the hope of reviving them in the distant future. In this episode, we'll look at the history of Cryonics, ... Show More
22m 22s
Feb 26
#597 | The Global Housing Crisis Explained
House prices have soared across the world, rising far faster than wages and locking many people out of home ownership. This episode looks at why cheap credit, global investors, short-term rentals, and slow building have pushed prices ever higher. It also asks whether governments ... Show More
28m 40s
Feb 12
#594 | Mohammed Bin Salman & The Rise of Saudi Arabia
For decades, Saudi Arabia was ruled by ageing princes, until one young royal began changing the system from within. This episode tells the story of Mohammed bin Salman, and how he rose rapidly to become Saudi Arabia’s most powerful figure. Saudi royal family is huge; succession o ... Show More
30 m
Jul 2020
1984 Explained | George Orwell
<p>George Orwell depicts what a world could possibly look like under an authoritarian regime in his dystopian novel 1984, coining neologisms such as Big Brother, Thoughtcrime and Doublethink. </p>
<p>Published in 1949, it remains highly influential in popular cu ... Show More
11m 12s
Apr 2024
Stephen King has been terrifying fans for 50 years (Come together)
" Fifty years ago this month, ""Carrie,"" Stephen King's first novel, was released. It was the first of many, as King became one of the world's best-selling authors. His stories involved the supernatural, terror, and horror. Several have been adapted into movies and television sh ... Show More
26m 18s
<p><b>E192: </b>🎙️ Welcome to <b>The English Like a Native Podcast</b>, your go-to listening resource for intermediate to advanced English learners. I'm your host, Anna, and today we're diving into the world of books as we celebrate<b><em> World Book Day</em></b> on Th ... Show More
