Jingle Bells was written in the 1800s and is now one of the most popular songs in English. Learn about the writer, James Pierpont, how it got so famous, and learn the lyrics so that you can sing it in English.
Starbucks is the largest coffeehouse chain in the world and it has over 33,000 stores in 80 different countries. Today, you’ll learn about its humble beginnings and how they changed coffee culture in the U.S..
After my last conversation with Pete about his “Dream House” in Australia, I realized just how much this topic was enjoyed, so I asked my mom about her Dream House. My mom loves talking about her Dream Home. She’s got a degree in Interior Design and spends her time decorating Read more…
In this episode, Charlie and I discuss all things embarrassing. This is your chance to hear some funny embarrassing stories, practice listening to British and American English and learn some amazing vocabulary (hear how we compare terms like ” your fly is down,” “to let one slide” and “to eat Read more…
Learn how to talk about Dream Houses in English. In this conversation, you’ll hear about our Dream Houses in the U.S. and Australia.
Interviewer: After the shark attack, what did you see? Could you tell right away that he was not in good shape? Matt: Well, I mean, typically from a shark attack, you know, someone’s not going to be in great shape. So right when it happened, I knew that it wasn’t Read more…
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to use the expression THE COAST IS CLEAR and all about how three men escaped ALCATRAZ, what was once the most secure prison in the world.
Americans love Cinco de Mayo, yet many people are unaware of why it is celebrated. In today’s lesson, you’ll learn the history of it and how it’s celebrated across the U.S..
Learn how to pronounce all 50 states the way that native English speakers pronounce them.
Exotic animals can be found across the U.S., many times as pets in homes. Learn about state regulations and cases of domesticated wild animals!
Learn all about the Winchester Mystery House in this fun episode of American Culture and History.
Learn all about catastrophic oil spills in U.S. history, how they happened, how the recovery efforts went and what is being done today.