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Thinking in English

Thomas Wilkinson
Language Learning
World War II
United Kingdom
Artificial Intelligence
English Language
Australia
Isaac Newton
British Empire
UK General Election
Brexit
Survivorship Bias
United Nations Security Council
English Learning
Macedonia
European Union
Active Learning
Salem Witch Trials
Fish and Chips
Physics
London

Thinking in English is a podcast for intermediate and advanced English learners who want to do more than just study grammar and vocabulary. I believe that thinking is one of the most important steps on the road to fluency. That’s why each episode explores fascinating topics, from politics, economics, and history to philosophy, science, and culture. Instead of simply learning English, this podcast ... more

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Tom Wilkinson
Host of Thinking in English (and related series) focused on teaching English through engaging topics across history, culture, politics, and current events.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 11.2k ratings
  • Very good for intermediate level

    I chose this podcast because I am living in UK now. This presenter lives in Japan and I love to listen to the episodes related to Japan.

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    gaurjf
    Japan4 months ago
  • Suggestion

    Hi! I’d love to suggest a topic for a future episode. Ukraine has a remarkably rich and often overlooked history. Many people don’t realise that Ukraine has one of the oldest civilisations in Europe — the Trypillia culture (5500 BCE), with large proto-cities when much of Europe was still tribal. Kyiv in the 10th century was bigger than London or Paris, Ukrainian princesses became queens of France, Norway and Hungary, the Cossacks practised a form of democracy in the 16th century, and one of the ... more

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    Dan Khalimon
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Amazing

    It’s pretty good to learn language.

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    5
    العطاس
    Saudi Arabia10 months ago
  • Wrong information

    Hi there

    You are exploiting from media and give wrong historical information to people

    You said absolutely wrong information about the oldest country in the world that is IRAN not any others country

    Maybe you can speak English fluently because that is your first language but you can not change the History, you should study more than this when you want talk about important matter. I have doubts that you say those wrong information about IRAN without purposes

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    Omid azarm
    Australiaa year ago
  • This channel

    This is a very good channel to learn and improve your english skills.

    I very recommend you.

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    Tongue1802
    Francea year ago

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375. Do We Live in a Surveillance Society? – Prepositions of Place (English Grammar Lesson)
Q: Do you feel safer living in a surveillance society, or do you feel more controlled at every step?
The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their feelings about living in a surveillance society, weighing safety against feelings of control.
374. Is There an AI Bubble? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Q: Is AI a bubble?
The valuation of many AI related businesses are skyrocketing, but many AI startups are not making money, leading to speculation similar to historical bubbles.
371. Charles Darwin: Greatest Scientist of All Time? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Q: Is Charles Darwin the greatest scientist of all time?
The episode discusses arguments for and against Darwin being the greatest scientist, focusing on his influence in biology and comparing him to other significant figures in science.
370. What is the World’s Oldest Civilisation? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Q: Which civilization is the oldest?
Determining the oldest civilization is complex; Mesopotamia is often cited for its early writing and city development, but continuous civilizations like China's also need to be considered.
369. History of Australia! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Q: What part of Australia's story do you find the most interesting, and why?
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their interests in Australia's history and share their thoughts.

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What is Thinking in English about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A language-learning show that blends English-building with broad explorations of culture, history, science, politics, and current events. Episodes pair accessible vocab and grammar with thoughtful discussions on topics like time perception, colonial histories, immigration policy, economic trends, and how technology and AI shape communication. The host's approach leans into real-world examples and global perspectives, often weaving in personal anecdotes and cultural insights, which makes it useful for intermediate to advanced learners who want to grow fluency while staying informed. A notable strength is the consistent mix of language-learning content with substantive, stake-holder topics, plus ad-free and Patreon-supported formats that cate... more

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