#484 | Robert Fortune: The Man Who Stole Tea ...

How did a small band of Norman soldiers in 1170 begin 800 years of English control over Ireland? It started as a deal between rival Irish kings. It ended in plantation, dispossession, and a divided island. This is the story of how a short-term alliance became a centuries-long occ ...  Show more

Who should decide if you are guilty: the state, or a group of 12 ordinary citizens? England is now considering getting rid of jury trials for thousands of cases. It would be the biggest change to the justice system since the Middle Ages. Crown Court backlog: years-long waits for ...  Show more

In this episode, we explore the world of farming through Mandarin vocabulary inspired by Clarkson's Farm. Discover useful phrases for farming life while we discuss the curious world of British teas, including biscuit and jam-and-toast flavours! Perfect for Mandarin learners who w ...  Show more

Teaを日本語にするときに気をつけること。おやつやお菓子の話。

In this episode, join us for a relaxing conversation about tea culture in Japan. We'll explore what the Japanese consider to be "tea" and gain a unique insight into their perspective on this beloved drink. Tune in for a fascinating discus ...

My team mate broke my leg — B1 English Story 📱 Speak daily → https://coffeechatenglish.comA dramatic story of breaking my leg at school in Vietnam! Hospital visits, recovery, and teaching life in clear English for learners. Real human voice.— — —Transcripts & games → 🌐 https:// ...  Show more

📥 Grab the FREE PDF with 15 advanced expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 ⁠⁠⁠Join my weekly online group lessons⁠⁠ In this episode, we dive into a shocking chapter of British history: The Great Hors ...  Show more