There are thousands of idioms in the English language. Idioms are often present in the books we read, the shows we watch, and in everyday conversations.
In this episode, we’ll look into the different types of idioms, how to learn them effectively and ask ourselves whether idioms really matter.
Full transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the ... Show More
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
Jan 29
#592 | A Beginner’s Guide To British Politics
British politics can feel confusing, with a king, a Prime Minister, and noisy debates in an old building. This episode explains how the system works, from Parliament and voting to why two parties have ruled for so long. Magna Carta and early Parliament shaped British politics. We ... Show More
27m 30s