We live in a day and age that is driven by science and technology, yet people are still superstitious. According to a study I read by YouGov, 9% of Americans claim to be superstitious, while another 35% admit to not being very superstitious, but somewhat. That makes over 40% of individuals in the United States somewhat superstitious.
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Apr 23
211 - Preposition Party đ : 7 Everyday Word Pairs with Lucas
Lucas and I are back for another Preposition Party! Today our conversation is going to based on common English collocations like famous for, similar to, suffer from, believe in, proud of, and recover from. Along the way, you'll hear many personal stories, and many cultural fun fa ... Show More
30m 30s
Apr 10
â Feature: 5-Minute English: Springtime in the U.S.
Join my 14-Day Slang and Expression Challenge. It's free! In this 5-Minute English episode, weâre diving into springtime in the United States. From blooming flowers and unpredictable April weather to outdoor activities, seasonal foods, and cultural traditions, this episode is pac ... Show More
14m 54s
Apr 3
210 - Quick Fix: Further vs. Farther
Do you like this episode format? I've been thinking about doing a series of these "quick fixes" for word confusion, pronunciation, and grammar. That is, if you like the format. So please be honest! In the meantime, check out the Academy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po ... Show More
14m 1s
Aug 2023
Superstitions: Witch Marks, Touching Wood & Lucky Pants
<p>Many of them pre-date modern religions and defy what science tells us about the world - from saluting magpies, to wearing lucky pants. Yet why do superstitions still have such a strong hold on our lives?</p><br><p>Today weâre joined by Sally Coulthard, author of <em>Superstiti ... Show More
40m 11s
Jan 2023
Folge 82 - Freitag, der 13.
Freitag, der 13.: ein UnglĂŒckstag? Viele Menschen in Deutschland glauben, dass dieser Tag Pech bringen kann. Woher kommt dieser Aberglaube? Und wie sieht es in anderen LĂ€ndern und Kulturen aus?
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