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I discuss six things I wish I'd done sooner in life, tell you about my 32nd birthday and discuss some books and films I've enjoyed recently.

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List of books:

Butter by Asako Yuzuki

Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino

A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende

Film: The Tribulations of Balthazar Kober

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An old fisherman sits by the sea, waiting for fish to come. He has seen the world change hugely through his life. But today, something different is waiting in the water: something monstrous.

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Level: Intermediate.

Genre: Philosophical.

Vocabulary: Moustache, Frown, Broom, Fishing rod, Excretion, Barnacle, Wrath, Kelp, Froth.

Setting: Modern.

Word Count: 1220.

Author: Ariel Goodbody.

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Today's episode is a rerun of an older story. Before we get into the story, I talk about my religious experiences during Easter.

St George is a famous mythical figure throughout Europe. Most versions of his story involve him fighting and killing a dragon who is causing problems in a city. But in my version, things are bit... smellier.

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Level: Pre-Intermediate.

Genre: Myths & Legends.

Vocabulary: Saint, Dragon, Dew, Kingdom, Desert, Tame, Well (water), Pass out, Knight, Scratch, Collar.

Setting: Fairytale.

Word Count: 1662.

Author: Ariel Goodbody.

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I discuss my upcoming move to Ningbo, China, as well as full moon drumming circles and shamanistic journeying. It's a travel around the world, both physically and spiritually!

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Why is the weather in March so changeable? Well, it's all to do with wine and a very angry lady from Bulgaria...

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Level: Beginner.

Genre: Myths & Legends.

Vocabulary: Vineyard, Barrel, Frost, Gentle, Cellar, Temper, Stork, Rage.

Setting: Fairytale.

Word Count: 573.

Author: Ariel Goodbody.

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Lent is the 40 days leading up to Easter. Traditionally, during Lent, Christians fast or give something up. In today's episode, I talk about giving up sugar, plus give some tips on how best to use flashcards to learn vocabulary.

Vocabulary: Give something up, Lent, Ramadan, Abstain, Hold someone accountable, Hojicha, Taste buds, Crave, Vain, Spring (verb), Daylight savings, Flashcards

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Hello, my Lovely Learners! Today we have an episode from English Learning for Curious Minds with Alastair Budge. You might remember last year we did an episode together where we wrote a story, A Visitor from Chilly Bottom, which you can listen to here: https://easystoriesinenglish.com/Chilly/

Banksy is one of the most famous modern British artists known for his anonymous identity and provocative street art. 

In this episode, we'll explore Banksy's history, his rise to prominence, and the powerful messages behind his works. 

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available at: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/banksy

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Adrian wants to write, but he can never concentrate. He tries waking up early before work, but he always just goes back to bed. Finally, he decides to start napping, but the results aren't what he expects...

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Level: Advanced.

Genre: Philosophical.

Vocabulary: Circadian rhythm, Weaker self, Dent, Blaring, Nap, Diagnostic framework, Buoy, Querying agents, Hook line sinker, Bespectacled, Autopilot, Pond, Thrum, Fête.

Setting: Modern.

Word Count: 1118.

Author: Ariel Goodbody.

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I catch you all up on what I've been up to recently. There's a bit of philosophy, some dating, and some very manic studying for Japanese. Plus a bit of history! Ever wanted to know about Britain's most infamous king? Now you can! All that and more in today's free-wheeling conversational episode.

Content warning: this episode has some mild swearing in it

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A dragon is terrorising the city of Kraków, but one man has a way to defeat it. It won't take strength, though, but wisdom.

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Level: Pre-intermediate.

Genre: Myths & Legends.

Vocabulary: Prove yourself, Terrorise, Flame, Flesh, Wisdom, Strength, Wander, Cobbler, Device, Sulphur, Powder.

Setting: Fairytale.

Word Count: 1901.

Author: Ariel Goodbody.

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