Which city has been the capital of three different empires? Which city is located on two continents at the same time? And which city has been known throughout history by three very different names, including Byzantium and Constantinople?
The answer, of course, is Istanbul.
Today, we’re going to explore the fascinating history of this city. For over 2,500 y ... Show More
Oct 19
410. Why Spain Is Banning Evictions? (Vocabulary in the News)
Today, we're trying something a little different. This is a vocabulary-focused episode based on a recent news story, where we'll take one interesting event and use it to learn useful English words and expressions in context. Our story today comes from Spain, where an eviction inv ... Show More
22m 47s
Oct 5
408. The Bayeux Tapestry (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Today, we’re going to talk about one of the most famous historical objects in the world: the Bayeux Tapestry. The Bayeux Tapestry is a huge piece of embroidered cloth, about 70 metres long, covered with pictures showing kings, soldiers, ships, horses and battles. It was created a ... Show More
25m 13s
Sep 2024
🇹🇷 Over 30 Minutes of Real English Conversation in Istanbul, Turkey
<p>In this English lesson, you will learn English as we walk around the amazing city of Istanbul, Turkey. You will learn what cautiously optimistic means, what a pick-me-up is, you learn the difference between ferry and fairy, and so much more. Over 30 minutes of real English con ... Show More
36m 26s
Aug 2022
You Must See Istanbul! Here’s Why 🕌 B1 English Story
B1 English Story about my travels to Istanbul. 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comSimple English story about my trip to Istanbul. Learn of the history, culture, and daily life in clear British English, in a real human voice (my own voice).— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 ... Show More
23m 24s