A lot has happened in 2022.
In this episode, we look at some of the most unusual British news stories of the year, including footballer's wives, the crime of treason, and the shifting demographics of the United Kingdom.
Full transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/unusual-british-news-202 ... Show More
Feb 2023
Legacy of Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand's prime minister | Learn English expression 'overstay your welcome'
<p>"</p> <p>Jacinda Ardern became prime minister of New Zealand at age 37; she was the world's youngest female country leader. Her COVID policies were harsh, but effective, and she won high approval from New Zealanders. But after five years in office, she resigned, letting anothe ... Show More
25m 55s
Jul 2023
Pat Sajak's last spin on 'Wheel of Fortune' | Learn English phrasal verb 'slip up'
<p>"</p> <p>""Wheel of Fortune"" is a game show staple in the kitchens of American homes. Three contestants compete to solve word puzzle games, as millions of Americans play along at home. For the last 40 years, Pat Sajak has been the upbeat host of the show, but he'll retire nex ... Show More
20m 39s
Jul 2021
Inside the #FreeBritney movement | Learn the English expression ‘raise awareness’
<p>"</p> <p>When Britney Spears was 26, she had just gone through a series of personal meltdowns. As a result, her father was legally appointed as her financial and personal conservator, meaning he has full control of her life and finances. But thirteen years later, Britney – and ... Show More
21m 9s
Nov 2022
Netflix's newest hit: a true crime series about a serial killer | Learn English expression 'take liberties'
<p>"</p> <p>In the ultra-competitive world of streaming, Netflix has found a worldwide hit: its series called ""Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story."" In ten parts, the series tells the story of one of America's most notorious serial killers. While the facts of the story have been ... Show More
19m 27s
Oct 2022
BBC turns 100 this month | Learn what it means for people to 'band together'
<p>"</p> <p>The British Broadcasting Corporation turns 100 years old this month. The BBC started as a way for radio makers to convince people to buy a ""wireless."" Today, it supplies news, entertainment, and education to hundreds of millions of people every week.</p> <p>--</p> < ... Show More
22m 19s
Nov 2022
Ethics of making (and watching) true crime | Learn English expression 'go about your business'
<p>"</p> <p>From ""Monster"" to ""Making of a Murderer,"" true crime has never been as popular as it is now. Many of these, though, are fictionalized, meaning the dialogue and details are invented to fit the overall story. Producers of these have a responsibility to the truth, bu ... Show More
24m 18s