Thinking in English

By Thomas Wilkinson

Thinking in English is a podcast designed for intermediate and advanced English learners.

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May 29, 2023237. What is a Failed State? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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What is a “failed state”? Let’s look at some definitions, characterisitcs, and examples of “failed states”, and then discuss whether South Africa could be considered to be failing!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/29/237-what-is-a-failed-state/

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Vocabulary
Corruption (n) - illegal, bad, or dishonest behaviour, especially by people in positions of power.

Authority (n) - the moral or legal right or ability to control.

Goods (n) - items that satisfy human wants and provide utility.

Fragile (adj) - easily destroyed, ended, or made to fail.

Instability (n) - uncertainty caused by the possibility of a sudden change in the present situation.

To exacerbate (v) - to make something that is already bad even worse.

Blackout (n) - when there is no light or power because of an electricity failure.

Incompetent (adj) - not having the ability to do something as it should be done.
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May 24, 2023236. What is the 10,000 Hour Rule? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Recently I’ve seen a lot of people online talking about the 10,000 Hour Rule. Today, I’m going to look at the rule, the evidence for and against it, and discuss how all of you listening can apply the 10,000-hour rule to learning English!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/24/236-what-is-the-10000-hour-rule/

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Vocabulary
Mastery (n) - Achieving a high level of skill or expertise in a particular field.

Deliberate practice (phrase) - Focused and intentional effort to improve specific aspects of a skill.

Comfort zone (phrase) - The level of difficulty or familiarity within which a person feels at ease.

Second nature (phrase) - Something that has become so natural and instinctive that it feels effortless.

To propel (v) - to drive or push forward; cause progress or advancement.

Sustained effort (phrase) - Consistent and continuous application of energy or resources.

Multifaceted (adj) - Having many different aspects or elements.

Knack (n) - A natural skill or talent for doing something.
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May 22, 2023235. Why is Hollywood on Strike?: Hollywood Writer’s Strike Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Hollywood’s writers are on strike. Shows have stopped, scripts are going unwritten, and there is no sign of an end. Let’s discuss the reasons behind the strike and the potential consequences on today’s episode!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/22/235-why-is-hollywood-on-strike-hollywood-writers-strike-explained/

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Vocabulary
Strike (n) - a period of time when workers refuse to work because of an argument with an employer about working conditions, pay levels, or job losses.

Studio (n) - a building or place where films are made, or a company that makes them.

To walk out (phrasal v) - to stop working or leave your job because of a disagreement with your employer.

Script (n) - the words of a film, play, broadcast, or speech.

Union (n) - an organization that represents the people who work in a particular industry, protects their rights, and discusses their pay and working conditions with employers.

Compensation (n) - the combination of money and other benefits (= rewards) that an employee receives for doing their job.

Residual (n) - a payment made to an actor, singer, writer, etc. for repeated uses of their work.

Season (n) - one of several series of television programmes with the same title and the same characters.
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May 17, 2023234. How Did India Become the Most Populous Country? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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India is now the most populous country. Today, let’s discuss how this happened, the numbers behind India’s growth, and discuss the challenges and opportunities for the country in the future!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/17/234-how-did-india-become-the-most-populous-country/

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Vocabulary
Populous (adj) - A populous country, area, or place has a lot of people living in it.

Demographic (adj) - relating to demography (= the study of populations and the different groups that make them up)

Estimated (adj) - roughly calculated or approximate.

Ageing (adj) - relating to getting older and used to describe a person or thing that is getting old.

Fertility rate (n) - the average number of children that would be born to a female over their lifetime.

Geopolitics (n) - the way a country's size, position, etc. influence its power and its relationships with other countries.

Talent pool (n) - the suitable, skilled people who are available to be chosen to do a particular type of job.

Workforce (n) - the group of people who work in a company, industry, country, etc.
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May 15, 2023 233. How to Speak Confidently in English?
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Do you struggle to speak confidently in English? In this episode, I’ll explore practical tips and strategies to help you build your confidence and improve your speaking skills in English, so you can communicate with ease and confidence!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/15/233-how-to-speak-confidently-in-english/

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May 10, 2023 232. What is the Best Method to Improve Your English Reading Ability?
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What is the best method to improve your English reading ability? Let’s try to answer this question by looking at some of the most popular and scientific approaches to improve you comprehension, efficiency, and reading speed!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/10/232-what-is-the-best-method-to-improve-your-english-reading-ability/

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Timestamps

00:00 Patreon
00:30 Introduction
01:27 Main Section
29:07 Conclusion
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May 08, 2023231. Unique Coronation Traditions From Around the World! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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From a crown mounted with the embroidered head of a raven, to drinking mildly narcotic beverages, to water collected from rivers at a specific time, there are a lot of unique and sometimes strange coronation ceremonies around the world. Let’s learn about a few today!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/08/unique-coronation-traditions-from-around-the-world/

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Vocabulary
Symbol (n) - a sign, shape, or object that is used to represent something else.

Sacred (adj) - considered to be holy and deserving respect, especially because of a connection with a god.

Enthronement (n) - the act of putting a king, queen, etc. through the ceremony of sitting on a throne (= chair used in ceremonies) in order to mark the official beginning of their period in power.

Purification (n) - in some religions, the act of removing from a person, usually by a ceremony, the bad effects that they are suffering.

To revere (v) - to very much respect and admire someone or something.

Deity (n) - a god or goddess.

Dignitary (n) - a person who has an important position in a society.

To bless (v) - to call or make someone or something holy.
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May 03, 2023230. What is King Charles’ Coronation? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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On May 6th, the coronation of King Charles III will be held in London. Let’s discuss the events, ceremonies, and vocabulary you need to know about Charles’ coronation!

⁠TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/03/what-is-king-charles-coronation/⁠

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Vocabulary
To crown (v) - to put a crown on someone's head in an official ceremony that makes that person king or queen.

Accession (n) - the time when someone starts a position of authority, especially a king or queen,

Throne (n) - the special chair used by a king or queen, and the state of being a ruler.

To anoint (v) - to make someone king or queen, especially as part of a religious ceremony.

Regalia (n) - official and traditional special clothes and decorations, especially those worn or carried in formal ceremonies.

Carriage (n) - a vehicle with four wheels that is usually pulled by horses and was used mainly in the past.

Congregation (n) - a group of people who have come together in a religious building for worship and prayer.

Homage (n) - deep respect and often praise shown for a person or god.
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May 01, 2023 229. Thinking Long-Term: The Key to Successful Language Learning?
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Today I want to discuss the benefits of long-term thinking and planning when it comes to language learning!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/05/01/thinking-long-term-the-key-to-successful-language-learning/

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April 26, 2023 228. Most Famous Political Assassinations in History! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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What is the most famous political assassination in modern history? Let’s take a look at five infamous assassinations, the leaders who were sadly killed, and the lasting legacies of these traumatic events!
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Vocabulary
To assassinate (v) - to kill someone famous or important.
High-profile (adj) - attracting a lot of attention and interest from the public and newspapers, television, etc.
Speculation (n) - the activity of guessing possible answers to a question without having enough information to be certain.
Mourning (n) - great sadness felt because someone has died.
Exile (n) - the condition of someone being sent or kept away from their own country, village, etc., especially for political reasons.
Cover-up (n) - an attempt to prevent the public from discovering information about a serious crime or mistake.
To depose (v) - to remove someone important from a powerful position.
Assailant (n) - a person who attacks another person.
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