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A podcast for Intermediate to Advanced English Learners. Thinking is an incredibly important step on the road fluency, and we aim to help you achieve this by discussing topics ranging from politics and economics, to philosophy and science. Learn new vocabulary, listen to native level English, and test your comprehension! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-english/support
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Introducing the WillPower podcast, hosted by a young author and accredited businessman, Will Holdren. Each week, he sits down with some of the top entrepreneurs in the industry to discuss their journey to success, the challenges they faced, and the insights they've gained along the way. From startups to Fortune 500 companies, Will delves into the stories of entrepreneurs who have made a significant impact in their field. Join him as he explores the mindset, strategies, and experiences of the ...
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Talking to Cool People is an interview show where Jason, you guessed it, talks to cool people! His belief is that everyone is cool and everyone has a fascinating story to tell. With guests ranging from CEOs to college students, from Navy Seals to therapists, from authors to musicians, and everything in between, you never know where the conversations are going to go and what you'll learn. New episodes drop on Wednesday mornings.
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Leaders in Conversation gives you an intimate glimpse into the real lives of business leaders. This series of candid conversations delves into a deeper side of leadership. Each intimate conversation is hosted by Anni Townend, a leadership partner, executive coach and author who has worked with thousands of business leaders throughout her career and who skilfully connects with her guests to share these inspiring life and leadership stories with you to help build confidence and courage in your ...
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In this episode of the WillPower Podcast we dive into the world of real estate with Logan Fullmer, a Texas-based entrepreneur who specializes in transforming distressed properties into profitable investments. Logan shares his unique approach to buying properties burdened by tax liens and foreclosures, offering insights into how he navigates these c…
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Listen to Simple English News Daily on Spotify - SEND7 Podcast - https://www.send7.org/ Beginning in the late 1950s, the USA and USSR began an intense competition to reach outer space. The Space Race, as it became known, led to technological achievements and milestones in human history. Today, let’s discuss the space race, the first humans in space…
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Send us a text Jason Frazell sits down with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a physician, author, and CEO of Restorist, to explore the concept of rest in a way you've never heard before. Learn about the seven types of rest, when Dr. Saundra knew she was at her breaking point and so much more! "Rest is not just the absence of activity; it's about restoring…
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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Pedro Meneses, a remarkable immigrant who transformed his life from humble beginnings to becoming a top realtor and successful real estate investor in the US. Pedro's story is one of resilience, ambition, and relentless hard work. Born and raised in South America, Pedro arrived in the US with a vision and…
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Use Code 2024THINKING to save 20 EUR on any Lingoda Language Course - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkinginEnglishPod Get up to 20 FREE PRIVATE CLASSES when you sign up to LIngoda Language Flex - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkinginEnglishPod If you had the opportunity to change your career right now, what would you do? If you had the qualifications or …
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Debating is an excellent way of practicing English. It forces you to present information and arguments in English, it challenges your listening comprehension, and it helps you to communicate confidently. This episode explains the concept of a debate, talks about how debates are structures, and introduces some really useful vocabulary and phrases! T…
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Send us a text Jason and Bryce talk about Bryce's pivot from a traditional family owned business to a software company, the opportunities and perils of running the company in a slow moving industry and why it's important to never accept the status quo. "I've always been the type of person wired to, when I see a problem, I want to find a solution fo…
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Thinking in English Courses - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ Course Information - https://thinkinginenglish.link/courses/ Pizza is one of the most popular foods around the world, but home much do you know about its history? Today, we’ll look at how pizza evolved from ancient flatbreads to a food for working people in Naples, to a globally popular …
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Send us a text My guest this week is Manali Yavatkar founder and CEO of Palm, a company revolutionizing how we handle food waste at home. We chat about sustainability, Manali's journey from tech engineer to founder and the challenges associated with starting a business, no matter the industry. "We're not just designing products; we're creating solu…
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Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend is the podcast in which I talk to leaders about their own life and leadership stories, to encourage you to reflect on your values, beliefs, passion and purpose, and inspire you to be even more confident and courageous in your leadership. About this episode: Today’s guest is Carien Borst, Artist and Leadersh…
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In this episode, we sit down with Larry Campbell, the visionary former CEO of CD Group, who made a remarkable transition from the corporate world to community-focused impact. After selling CD Group in 2016, Larry redirected his energy into Corners Outreach, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Atlanta's underserved students of color and their famili…
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A recent report has revealed that the UK sugar tax introduced in 2018 has been very effective at reducing the amount of sugar consumed by both adults and children in the country. Today, I’d like to take a deeper look at sugar taxes. What are they? How do they work? Where are they used? Are sugar taxes good? Or bad? Or should they be even more exten…
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Send us a text Leslie Danford, founder of Vitaminis, shares her entrepreneurial journey from working in corporate environments to launching her own wellness company during a global pandemic. Leslie discusses the challenges of creating a health-focused business, balancing family life, and the insights gained from her experience in the consumer goods…
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Should voting be compulsory? Is voting a right or a privilege? Should there be a maximum voting age? Who should be allowed to vote? Let’s discuss some of these major questions and debates in today’s episode of Thinking in English! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/08/05/308-who-should-be-allowed-to-vote-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My …
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In this episode, we sit down with Thomas Wilkinson, the Managing Partner at Ollin Ventures, a leading venture capital firm known for its innovative approach to investing in cutting-edge startups. With a wealth of experience in venture capital and a keen eye for transformative opportunities, Thomas offers an insider’s perspective on the evolving lan…
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Hello, welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend. Today’s guest is Guy Newey, Chief Executive Officer at Energy Systems Catapult, and the title of our conversation is ‘On Accelerating Net Zero Energy Innovation’. I have had the privilege of partnering with Guy and working with a group of Future Leaders at Energy Syst…
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Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks and leaker of government secrets, has been in the news again recently as he tries to stop his extradition to the USA. Reading about Assange made think in general about whistleblowers. What is a whistleblower? Is Julian Assange actually a whistleblower, or is he something different? And are people who reveal secr…
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brickman Allen, a living testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Brickman’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Just a few years ago, he faced an unimaginable ordeal when an intruder broke into his home and stabbed him in the chest with a kitchen knife. With a mere 10% chance of survival, Bri…
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Join us on this inspiring episode of The WillPower Podcast as we sit down with Parker Vassau, a remarkable entrepreneur and real estate investor who embodies the spirit of determination and faith. At just 31, Parker has achieved millionaire status through his strategic investments and leadership in sales. As a devout Christian, Parker discusses how…
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What is the smallest and least valuable coin used in your country? Could you imagine your currency without that coin? Should we remove these small value coins from our money? Let’s discuss this topic, while learning lots of economic vocabulary, in today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/07/22/306-pen…
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Welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend, the podcast that helps you to grow confidence, care and courage in your leadership. I created this series of candid conversations for leaders to share their inspirational personal leadership stories, weaving together the threads of their life - the people, places and experie…
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The 2024 Paris Olympic games will start on July 26th, and for the first time breaking will be included as an official sport.Breaking, a form of competitive street dance, may not be exactly what you imagine when you think of the Olympics. So, today, I want to take a look at how breaking evolved alongside Hip-hop music on the streets of New York city…
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Welcome back to Travis Watts! In this special encore episode, we're thrilled to have Travis Watts return to the show, offering invaluable updates and expert insights into the dynamic world of real estate investing. As a key player at Ashcroft Capital and a seasoned investor himself, Travis brings a wealth of knowledge gained from years of experienc…
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Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Shirley Jump, the visionary CEO of JumpStart Creative Solutions. With over 11 million books in print and a staggering 39 national bestsellers under her belt, Shirley has revolutionized the publishing industry with her innovative strategies and unparalleled creativity. In this conversation, Shirle…
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Simple English News Daily - https://www.send7.org/Listen to SEND7 Podcast on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4QctJjCUuHefLzeZWDoXqc?si=e596ba15f03f4d9aMacedonia is one of the most controversial names in Europe, perhaps even in the world. The country now known as North Macedonia and Greece, home to the region called Macedonia, have had a bit…
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Welcome and welcome back to Leaders in Conversation with me, Anni Townend, the podcast that helps you to grow confidence, care and courage in your leadership. I created this series of candid conversations for leaders to share their inspirational personal leadership stories, weaving together the threads of their life - the people, places and experie…
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Try LINGODA TODAY! - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglish25 Up to 25% off Lingoda Flex, Teams, and Sprints with this link - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglish25 Today, I want to talk about the truth behind learning styles. We’ll discuss why learning style theories, including the idea that you are a visual or kinaesthetic learner, or not evi…
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Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the world of peak performance with META coach Laura Barnes. Laura has dedicated her career to coaching top entrepreneurs and athletes, helping them achieve their highest potential through META performance strategies. In this conversation, Laura shares invaluable insights on mindset mastery, goal set…
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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Conversation Club - ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Who will be the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? This episode will introduce the two leading candidates, their political parties, and the kind of policies they will likely use in their campaigns. Listen to learn about British politics and pick up some usef…
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Join us on this episode as we sit down with Blake Erickson, a remarkable entrepreneur and visionary in the world of faith-centered business. At just 26 years old, Blake has already built an impressive portfolio of 14 rental properties, all while mastering the art of door-to-door sales. Known as a guru in his field, Blake shares his journey from hum…
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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with my two guests, Susie Ballentyne an Independent Psychologist and Bob Judson, a fellow podcaster, facilitator, leadership coach, and keynote speaker. We delve together into: The importance of continually developing your skills as a leader, both individually and as part of a …
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Thinking in English Courses - https://thinkinginenglish.link/course-registration/ On July 4th, 2024, the UK will hold a general election to elect a new government, parliament, and Prime Minister. In this episode, I want to provide a detailed and thorough explanation and introduction to how elections work in the United Kingdom! Transcript - https://…
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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ After 300 main episodes of Thinking in English, it is finally time to talk about the problem of the thinking in different languages, including English!We’ll discuss the definition of thinking, talk about whether you need language to think, consider whether thinking in English (…
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Welcome to another empowering episode of the Willpower Podcast, where we explore the stories of individuals who have harnessed their inner strength to achieve remarkable success. In this episode, we sit down with Kasia Siwosz, a true embodiment of resilience and determination. Join us as Kasia shares her extraordinary journey from the courts of pro…
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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with Carolyn Youdell, Group eCommerce & Customer Engagement Director, Group Marketing Specsavers. I have known Carolyn for many years and am a huge fan, she is a regular speaker on the Marketing Leaders Programme, and herself a huge fan of developing marketing leadership. Toget…
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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Conversation Clubs - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You might not have heard about the Chagos Islands, but I think it is a story everyone should know. It is a story that involves colonialism, the construction of a secretive military base, and the entire population of the islands being forcibly removed from their homes an…
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In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Mann, the mastermind behind a thriving PR business and the go-to publicist for real estate mogul Kris Krohn. Jeff shares his journey into the world of public relations, his strategies for building and maintaining a powerful personal brand, and the unique challenges and rewards of representing high-profile clie…
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Send us a text Sheila is back! Sheila Wilkinson, a seasoned coach, author, and licensed clinical social worker, dives deep into the psychological and social dynamics of expectations. Sheila and Jason unpack the impacts these invisible forces have on our personal and professional lives. "When we expect of others what we expect of ourselves, we will …
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Patreon Exclusive Vocabulary Resources - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ What is inheritance? Should inheritance be taxed? And if so, at what level? Today I want to talk about wealth, inequality, and whether or not we should change our system of inheritance in the f…
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Send us a text The incredible Thomas Renner joins the show to talk about his journey as a high end fitness and cycling coach to running his own successful coaching practice, his early realization about his sexuality and how that impacted his childhood and the power of community. "I'm a jack of all trades and a master of none, and I used to wear it …
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Listen to Bonus Episodes - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Today I am going to talk about my experiences moving abroad, how it has changed my life, and some of the most important lessons I have learned over the past 8 years. Hopefully you will all find something useful …
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Join us on the WillPower Podcast as we delve into the dynamic world of real estate with our special guest, Melissa Horbelt, the driving force behind First Class Real Estate Lanier Group. Based out of Georgia, Melissa shares the inspiring journey of how her team became one of the fastest-growing real estate entities in the state. From navigating mar…
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE Co-Founders Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd in conversation with Natalie Shering for a special episode of Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend podcast. Here they explore why Curiosity, Care and Courage are the mindset and behaviours that underpin their Collaboration Equation™ to: Build Psychological Safety Practise Inclusive Dial…
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Send us a text Jason and Jeremy dive deep into the fascinating journey of Jeremy Parker , the co-founder and former CEO of Swag.com, and now the founder of Swagspace. Jeremy shares his incredible story, from winning a prestigious film festival to pivoting into entrepreneurship, and eventually building a multimillion-dollar business in the promotion…
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In this episode of the Willpower Podcast, we're joined by Reid Tileston, author of "Grit it Done" and a leading voice in the world of entrepreneurship. Based in Utah, Reid is renowned for his expertise in guiding individuals towards financial independence through strategic business acquisitions. As a keynote speaker and mentor, Reid's insights are …
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Join the Conversation Club - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Haiti is in the middle of another crisis. Gangs have taken over the capital city, another leader has resigned, and the future is uncertain. Today I’d like to take a look at the history of Haiti to see how the country …
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Title: WillPower Podcast Episode: "Anchoring Success: A CEO's Journey with Chris Stockhoff" Description: Welcome to another inspiring episode of the WillPower Podcast! Join us as we sit down with Chris Stockhoff, the dynamic CEO and Founder of Anchor Mortgage, a leading mortgage company based in bustling Atlanta. In this enlightening conversation, …
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About This Episode In this episode I am delighted to be in conversation with Akin Thomas, CEO and Founder of AKD Solutions - an international learning and development consultancy - built upon an ethos of stimulating brilliance through providing the space for people to engage in transformative and disruptive, and impactful fun learning experiences. …
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Check Out SIMPLE ENGLISH NEWS DAILY - https://www.send7.org/contact Listen to SEND7 on Spotify! - https://open.spotify.com/show/4QctJjCUuHefLzeZWDoXqc?si=cfe7e74bcfc342e7 Botswana’s president made worldwide news headlines in April after he threatened to send 20,000 elephants to Germany. Why did he do this? What is the connection between elephants, …
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Welcome back to the WillPower Podcast, where we explore the transformative power of will and determination in achieving success. In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Dr. Darnyelle Harmon, the dynamic CEO of Incredible One Enterprises and a visionary business coach who has guided over 45 CEOs to millionaire status. Join us as we dive int…
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