This is a podcast feed swap with the amazing English Learning for Curious Mind Podcast
In this episode of English Learning for Curious Minds, we'll explore the incredible story of Percy Fawcett, a daring British explorer who vanished in the Amazon rainforest while searching for the mythical city he called "Z."
Often compared to a real-life Indiana Jones, F ... Show More
May 4
386. Who Was Leonardo Da Vinci? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Leonardo Da Vinci was one of the greatest minds in history. He painted some of the most famous works of art ever: the Mona Lisa, Last Supper, and more. He was also a scientist, an engineer, an anatomist, and an inventor. He is often described as the perfect example of a “Renaissa ... Show More
20m 59s
Apr 27
385. Should We Boycott the 2026 World Cup? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Four years ago, I made an episode titled “Should we boycott the Qatar World Cup?” As you might remember, the tournament in Qatar was surrounded by criticism. There were concerns about human rights, especially the treatment of migrant workers who helped build the stadiums. There w ... Show More
22m 25s
Mar 2025
#538 | Percy Fawcett | The Real Life Indiana Jones
✨ 30 for 30 Challenge - Starts 18th May - https://dripl.ink/niDJQRegistration closes at 23:59 on Sunday, 17th May.--In this episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Percy Fawcett, a daring British explorer who vanished in the Amazon rainforest while searching for the mythic ... Show More
24m 37s
Dec 2024
Cette semaine dans Les Fabuleux Destins...Découvrez l'incroyable histoire de Sidney Reilly
Bienvenue dans Les Fabuleux Destins, le podcast pour découvrir des histoires vraies et étonnantes. Cette semaine découvrez l'histoire fascinante de Sidney Reilly, un espion dont la vie semble tout droit sortie d'un roman d'aventures. Au début du 20e siècle, cet homme, connu sous ... Show More
2m 5s
Feb 2025
E076 - *NEW* Unsolved Ancient Mysteries That Science Can’t Explain (alien gods?)
<strong>This week's episode is a special one.</strong><br>I’m joined by explorer and author Matthew LaCroix, a researcher dedicated to uncovering the secrets of ancient history. With a deep passion for challenging mainstream narratives, Matt explores the lost civilisations, adv ... Show More
1h 35m
Oct 2024
435. Beyond the books: English learning for curious minds
<p>In this episode, I spoke with Alastair, the host of the podcast, English Learning for Curious Minds. Alastair is originally from the UK but now lives in Sweden. We talked about his experiences moving from London to Malta and then to Sweden, and what's exciting and challenging ... Show More
32m 36s
Sep 2025
The Mysterious Mound Builders of Cahokia
Long before European contact, the city of Cahokia near modern-day St. Louis was home to a powerful Mississippian civilization. With massive earth mounds, plazas, and trade routes, Cahokia was one of the largest cities in North America in its time. This episode explores the cultur ... Show More
12m 18s
Oct 2024
The world's longest treasure hunt
After 31 years, a mammoth treasure hunt consisting of solving eleven cryptic clues has finally concluded. A replica of the final prize – a golden owl – was dug up in France, leaving fellow treasure hunters both disappointed and relieved. Inspired by this pursuit, the Unexpected E ... Show More
49m 29s