Dante Alighieri: The Poet Who Journeyed Through Heaven and Hell
Discover the life and legacy of Dante Alighieri, the iconic poet whose Divine Comedy shaped literature and continues to influence the world with its exploration of love, morality, and the afterlife.
On the Wrong Side of History 5 | Five Moments That Shaped the World
Explore five pivotal moments in history when individuals, empires, and governments found themselves on the wrong side of history. From the Dred Scott Decision to the Khmer Rouge and beyond, this episode of English Plus Podcast dives into the lessons these events teach us about injustice, extremism, and complacency.
The Battle of Gettysburg: Turning Point of the American Civil War
Discover the story of the Battle of Gettysburg, a crucial turning point in the American Civil War. Learn how this fierce battle shaped history and the events that led to its outcome.
Food Insecurity and Hunger: Understanding the Global Challenge
Explore the causes and impacts of food insecurity and hunger, and learn how communities and global initiatives are working to address this critical social issue.
The Death of Balder: A Tragic Tale from Norse Mythology
Explore the Norse myth of the death of Balder, the beloved god whose tragic fate set the stage for Ragnarok. Learn about betrayal, prophecy, and how his death marked the beginning of the end for the gods.
On the Wrong Side of History 4 | When Power, Fear, and Ambition Led to Disaster
Explore five pivotal moments in history that went disastrously wrong—The Bay of Pigs, McCarthyism, The Partition of India, The Rwanda Genocide, and The Great Leap Forward. Learn from history’s mistakes in this episode of On the Wrong Side of History.
Understanding the Peak-End Rule: How We Judge Our Experiences
Discover the psychology behind the peak-end rule, which explains how we judge experiences based on their most intense moments and their conclusion. Learn how this impacts decision-making and memory.
Taming the Storm: Mastering Stress and Anxiety with Simple Shifts
Today we delve into the art of managing stress and anxiety. In this post, we’ll uncover the tools that can introduce calm into our daily lives. Whether it’s through box breathing, increasing endorphins, setting boundaries, or practicing mindfulness, these strategies can transform the way we face life’s pressures.
The Death of Balder, Cliffhangers, and Lyrical Poetry
Discover the beauty of lyrical poetry and its emotional resonance. Explore how poetic language captures emotions, unlock key vocabulary in context, and learn how lyrical poetry can inspire your own creativity.
The Shortest War in History: Britain vs Zanzibar, 1896
Discover the fascinating story of the shortest war in history between Britain and Zanzibar in 1896, lasting only 38 minutes. Learn what triggered it and how it ended so quickly.
