Cognitive Dissonance: Why Your Brain Hates Conflicting Beliefs
What is cognitive dissonance? Uncover the mental gymnastics we employ when our beliefs and actions clash. Learn how it works on this episode of Know Yourself.
Miss the Boat: Unpacking the Idiom’s Meaning and Usage
“You snooze, you lose!” Discover the meaning behind “miss the boat,” how to use it, and maybe even how to avoid missing out. Join us on English Express!
Whistled Languages: Did You Know You Can Talk Without Words?
Discover whistled languages, a fascinating form of communication where melodies replace spoken words. Listen to the “Did You Know” podcast to learn more!
Norman Vincent Peale: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality
Discover Norman Vincent Peale’s wisdom: “Change your thoughts and you change your world.” Learn the power of your mind to transform your experiences.
Test Your Literary Awards Knowledge: Pulitzer, Booker & More
Think you know your literary awards? Challenge yourself with this quiz on the Pulitzer Prize, Man Booker Prize, and other prestigious honors in the world of books.
“Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire”: Truth or Paranoia?
Does the proverb “where there’s smoke, there’s fire” hold up? We explore when it’s wise caution, and when it might fuel damaging assumptions.
Quantum Computing: Unlocking the Future of Tech (and Your World)
What’s quantum computing? It’s not just for scientists anymore! Discover how this mind-bending tech could change everything from medicine to cybersecurity.
The Paris Peace Accords: A Lesson in Peace Against All Odds
Discover the Paris Peace Accords of 1973–a turning point in the Vietnam War proving that peace is possible, even after devastating conflict. Learn its lessons for today.
Discover the Power of the Word “Maelstrom”
Explore the definition, usage, and fascinating origin of the word “maelstrom.” Enhance your vocabulary with this captivating Word of the Day episode!
The Negativity Bias: Why We’re Wired to Focus on Bad News
Explore the negativity bias, the psychological tendency that makes us dwell on negative events and information. Learn why it happens and its impact on our lives.
Off the Top of Your Head: Exploring This Everyday Idiom
“Let’s see, off the top of my head…” Ever used this phrase? Uncover what it means, its origins, and when to use it in this episode of English Express!
Mind-Blowing Math: Europe Didn’t Have Zero Until the 12th Century
Discover the surprising journey of the number zero and its late arrival in Western thought. Listen to the “Did You Know” podcast for fun history facts!
