Exploring the life of Gertrude Bell. A 19th Century explorer and an enigmatic figure from British history.

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Famous Brits: The Life of Gertrude Bell.

Bilingualism is something that you need to feel empowered with! This opinion piece will really help you look at bilingualism from a different perspective. Don't forget to subscribe to my channel right away and book a lesson with me one-on-one! :)

All About English and How You Learn It!

Bilingualism is a gift, not a threat

"Rotasız Seyyah: Keşif Dolu İran Yolculuğu"

Description: Bu podcast bölümünde, "Rotasız Seyyah" adlı kitaptan bahsedeceğiz ve yazarın İran'da yaptığı keşif dolu yolculuğuna eşlik edeceğiz. Kitap, yazarın İran'ın farklı şehirlerinde yaptığı gezi ve keşifleri anlatırken, ülkenin zengin kültürü, tarihi ve doğal güzellikleri hakkında da bize bilgi veriyor. B1 seviyesinde olan bu kitap, Türkçe öğrenenler için keyifli ve faydalı bir okuma materyali olabilir. Ayrıca, İran'ı keşfetmek isteyenler için de ilham verici bir kaynak olabilir.


Description: In this podcast episode, we will discuss the book "Nomad Traveler" and join the author on his discovery-filled journey in Iran. The book tells the story of the author's travels and explorations in different cities of Iran, while also providing information about the country's rich culture, history, and natural beauty. Written at a B1 level, this book can be a enjoyable and useful reading material for those learning Turkish. Additionally, it can serve as an inspirational source for those interested in exploring Iran.

Turkish Stories (Intermidate Level)

Routeless Traveler   Rotasız Seyyah 

На календаре ноябрь, а за окном снег. С уверенностью можно сказать, что зима уже наступила. Не знаю, нравятся ли мне эти холодные серые зимние дни...

Ты со мной? 

Зима всегда превращается в весну

In this episode I read a poem by william shakespeare and define some new vocabulary

Books for Bilinguals

All the worlds a stage

"The Crisis" — by Mikhail Zoshchenko
In this episode, I read a simplified version of the short story "The Crisis" by Mikhail Zoshchenko — a witty look at everyday life during hard times. You'll hear slow and clear Russian, learn useful vocabulary, and answer a few simple questions to check your understanding. Perfect for A2–B1 level learners. Let’s dive in, word by word!

Слово за словом с Дашей

 Кризис (The Crisis) A2 - B1

Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, a risk that should be clearly labeled on drinks Americans consume, the top doctor in the US has said.

The US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy made the proposal as research and evidence mounts about the effects that alcohol has on human health.

His suggestion for a label would require approval from the US Congress.

Americans should be better informed about the link between alcohol and cancer, in particular, Murthy argues, noting that alcohol consumption was to blame for nearly one million preventable cancer cases in the US over the last decade.

About 20,000 people die every year from those alcohol-related cancer cases, he said.

Bottles of beer, wine and liquor already carry warning labels that say pregnant women should not drink alcohol and that alcohol consumption can impair a person's ability to drive a car.

But Murthy's proposed label would go even further, raising awareness about the risk for cancer, too.

"It's pretty crazy that there's a lot more information on a can of peas than on a bottle of whiskey," said Timothy Naimi, who directs the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research at the University of Victoria in British Columbia.

"Consumers have the right to basic information about health risks, serving size and drinks per container."

Consuming alcohol raises the risk of developing at least seven types of cancer, including liver, breast and throat cancer, research has found.

Murthy said that as a person's alcohol consumption goes up, so does the risk for developing those illnesses.

However, it's unlikely that Congress would act quickly to enact a new warning on alcohol products.

It's been nearly four decades since Congress approved the first government warning label on alcohol and no updates have been made since then.

Any effort to add a cancer warning label to alcohol would face significant pushback from a well-funded and powerful beverage industry, which spends nearly $30 million every year lobbying Congress.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

US Doctor Wants Cancer Warnings on Alcoholic Drinks

How Important Is Self-Discipline In One's Journey Of Improving Their Language Enhancement?

Self-Motivation: While external motivation, such as teachers or language partners, can be helpful, self-discipline is the internal motivation that keeps the student going even when external support is not available.

Independence in Learning: Self-disciplined students can take charge of their own learning. They seek out resources, practice consistently, and actively engage in learning activities without constant supervision.

Language Immersion: Immersing oneself in the English language is an effective way to improve language skills. Self-discipline allows students to seek out English media, books, and conversations, enhancing their language exposure.

Consolidating Learning: Repetition and reinforcement are essential for language acquisition. Self-disciplined students review and practice regularly, which helps consolidate what they have learned.

Adaptability: Self-disciplined students can adapt their learning methods and approaches to suit their preferences and needs. They are open to trying new techniques and finding what works best for them.

Long-Term Commitment: Learning a language is a long-term endeavor. Self-discipline ensures that the student remains committed and dedicated to their language learning goals over an extended period.

Confidence and Empowerment: Self-discipline leads to achievements and progress, which, in turn, boosts the student's confidence and sense of empowerment in their language abilities.

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The Habits of Professionals Growing Into Strong, Confident English Communicators

Self-Discipline and the importance of it 

I talk about the verb to fuel, Earth hour and give some examples.

Transcript https://drive.google.com/file/d/145eB8kYzHPrdwU7aUusvW87dzjAtzk5f/view?usp=drivesdk