Hello everyone, I hope you are doing well. Today I’ll be commenting on an article titled: “Why are people on TikTok asking men how often they think about the Roman Empire?” published on CBSNews. Don’t hesitate to participate in the discussion if you wish. Enjoy.

Useful vocabulary:
An enthusiast
To go viral
Modern-days sewage system
To popularize
An Aqueduct
To rise to power
A spectacular collapse
To expand
A political / military system
An emblematic movie
To be portrayed (in TV shows or movies)


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New TikTok trend: How often do you think about the Roman Empire?

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In this latest episode of The Real English Conversations podcast, Curtis welcomes special guest James Murgatroyd from Holler Digital, reminiscing about their high school days and James's recent trip to London to see his favorite band, Galliano. James shares his experience of walking around London, enjoying classic British foods, and attending concerts.
 
The conversation turns to their shared passion for music and DJing, recalling their high school DJ sessions and radio show takeovers.
 
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Hello and welcome to another episode of Engine English. Ever since the might of the British Empire was expelled from the United States, ordinary folk from both sides of the pond have chuckled at each other's use of the English language and pronunciation. 

This has also led to a few interesting conversations where things often get lost in translation.

The two might share the English language but it can seem like you're speaking an entirely different language if you're unaware of the way certain words are used.

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In this episode, I share how colouring artwork becomes a powerful tool for language learning. As you hold a pencil and see colours take shape, your brain engages in multisensory integration, which improves vocabulary, pronunciation, and memory. Different strokes and the pressure of your hand influence focus and relaxation, while specific colours stimulate grammar, listening, and speaking skills in unique ways. The act of colouring calms the nervous system, reduces anxiety, and helps anchor new words and expressions into long-term memory. Through mindful colouring, you don’t just create art — you create a more fluent, confident, and joyful version of yourself as a language learner.