Hosted by Bart Egnal, President & CEO of The Humphrey Group, Inspire is THE podcast for anyone who wants to influence and lead others every time they speak. Each episode features a new guest who will share insights, stories and tips on how you can intentionally inspire others, both in work and in life. Our interviews skip the theory and provide you with practical advice to inspire others during every interaction. This first season includes insights from a former TOPGUN instructor, the CEO of ...
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American Lean Weekday: Leadership | Lean Culture & Intrapreneurship | Lean Methods | Industry 4.0 | Case Studies
Tom Reed: Lean Enthusiast & President of American Lean
Start each workday with digestible nuggets on the benefits of running a lean organization. We cover 5 topics in 5 days in about 5 minutes. 1. Leadership- Discover key concepts for successfully leading your organization during its lean transformation. 2. Culture/Intrapreneurship- Learn how to support your intrapreneurs, those who are driving change within your organization. 3. Lean Topics- Still catching on to lean principles and methodologies? We’ll help you with the basics and advanced topi ...
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Sit back and lean Enlgish with a native English teacher. You will listen to some new vocabulary and there definitions as well as example sentences. Then I will read a current news story using these new vocabulary words. The material comes from engoo.com.
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No matter which way you lean, the fact is we have had and will continue to have American Presidents. Learn more about them all past, present, and future with your host, Phil Treacy, as he takes you on a detailed and educational tour of each. Find out more of their Early Years, Young Adulthoods, Political and Professional Careers and the Legacies of the men who have been elected President. Find all this and more via The Presidential Bio Podcast on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network.
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S7 E5: Building the Women of Burgundy with Anne Maggisano
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41:43In this episode, Bart is joined by Anne Maggisano, Vice President, Investment Counsellor at Burgundy Asset Management. Anne shares the story behind founding The Women of Burgundy—an initiative that has reached over 1,000 individuals and is dedicated to building a community that inspires women to make investing a priority and take a leadership role …
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S7 E4: Why Leaders Need to Tap into the Power of Stories with Patricio Larrea and Athulya Pulimood
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43:22In this episode, Bart welcomes two members of The Humphrey Group to talk about the rise of storytelling as a leadership imperative and why great stories exist inside you. Patricio opens the conversation by sharing why storytelling has become an increasingly critical skill for leaders in this day and age. A trend that the rise of AI has only acceler…
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S7 E3: New Imperatives for Talent Management with Peter Zukow
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37:42In this episode of The Inspire Podcast, Bart welcomes Peter Zukow, Managing Partner at IQ Partners, a leading search firm, for a conversation on the evolving world of talent management.Peter unpacks why talent management has changed in recent decades, driven by trends like remote work, the great resignation and now AI. He emphasizes that while tale…
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S7 E2: Eradicating Toxic Leadership with Alex Draper
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42:58In this episode of The Inspire Podcast, Bart sits down with Alex Draper, founder and CEO of DX Learning, to tackle a critical issue in the workplace: toxic leadership. Alex starts with a simple truth—bad leadership is toxic and has negative impacts. So why does it persist when no one sets out to be a bad leader?Alex explains that most toxic leaders…
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S7 E1: In a World of AI, Lean into Your EQ with Dr Robin Hills
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43:07To kick off season 7 of The Inspire Podcast, Bart speaks with Dr Robin Hills, a renowned business psychologist and the director of Ei4Change, an internationally acclaimed, award-winning company that has empowered over 500,000 people across 200+ countries through its expertise in emotional intelligence for change. Robin shares why in this age of aut…
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S6E18: Great Lessons in Storytelling with Khe Hy
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42:33In this episode of The Inspire Podcast, Bart speaks with Khe Hy about the power of stories and how leaders can unlock their inner storyteller. Bart learns how Khe left a successful career on Wall Street and turned his self-reflection into a highly read newsletter on career, money, life, and a wide range of other topics. Khe explains why so many sto…
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S6 E17: What Leaders can and should Learn from Great Marketers with Nathan Yeung
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33:41What do leadership and marketing have in common? In this episode of The Inspire Podcast, Bart sits down with renowned marketing expert Nathan Yeung to uncover surprising parallels between these two disciplines. Nathan talks about why "customers are lazy", shares a powerful 3-step process for building trust that's at the heart of marketing effective…
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S6 E16: Looking for Talent in Faraway Places and Helping them Thrive with Yoni Kozminski
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39:50In this episode of The Inspire Podcast, Bart Egnal speaks with Yoni Kozminski, founder of MultiplyMii, about the opportunity he saw to bring highly educated, talented professionals from the Philippines to companies around the world. Yoni shares his own story of building a company by tapping into the skills of Filipino professionals and what he lear…
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S6 E15: The Power of Tenure in Your Career and Company with Rob Diplock
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35:26In this episode, Bart meets with Rob Diplock, Senior Vice President at Kumon North America, the sixth-largest franchise in the world, to explore the value of long employee tenures. Rob shares his personal journey with Kumon, who has become the employer of his entire career. He discusses the advantages of remaining with one organization—for both emp…
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S6 E14: The Evolution of Leadership Communication with Scott Simmons
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34:07In this episode, Bart is joined by a fellow CEO of a leadership communication training company, Scott Simmons of Ariel. Together, they explore Scott's unique career path—from healthcare to Gallup, and now to leading Ariel. They dive into the evolving landscape of leadership communication, examining what has changed and what remains the same. The co…
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S6 E13: The Power of Helping Women Find their Voice with Yusra Qadir
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42:25In this episode of the Inspire Podcast, Bart welcomes Yusra Qadir, Chief Programs and Advocacy Officer at Mothers Matter Canada, to share her incredible life journey and how she is empowering women to find their voices.Yusra starts by reflecting on her childhood in Pakistan, her work in community and social development, and her education in human r…
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S6 E12: Mastering Communication Skills with Sarika Singh
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42:54In this episode, Bart is joined by Sarika Singh, host of a top communication skills podcast in India and a seasoned coach with 25 years of experience. Sarika shares her journey from her early career to becoming the Chief Operating Officer of an Indian artisanal sugar company, driven by her passion for communication. She coaches a diverse audience, …
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S6 E11: Finding Your Authentic Voice with Nancy Hicks
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39:01In this episode, Bart welcomes Nancy Hicks, an accomplished vocal performer, founder of a global ministry, shopping channel host, leadership coach, and now a consultant for The Humphrey Group. They begin by exploring Nancy's early journey in developing her voice and discovering a passion for singing, which eventually led her to take on leadership r…
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S6 E10: How to Build Relationships that Transform your Career Mo Bunnell
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44:09In this episode, Bart welcomes Mo Bunnell, founder of The Bunnell Idea Group, back to The Inspire Podcast to discuss his new book, Give to Growth. Mo highlights a fundamental truth: relationships are the foundation of long-term business success. But he also dives into the often overlooked aspect—how to effectively build these relationships. If you'…
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S6 E9: Play Your Way to Inspiring Leadership with Kirsten Anderson
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35:00In this episode, Bart speaks with Kirsten Anderson about the power of play and how integrating play can make you a more effective and inspiring leader. Kirsten, a certified LEGO(r) Serious Play(r) specialist and consultant with The Humphrey Group, talks about why playfulness is so important for leaders, how we often miss opportunities to incorporat…
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S6 E8: Using AI to Make Yourself a Better Speaker with Esha Joshi
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34:12AI is transforming every facet of work and life, including how we improve and build leadership communication skills. In this episode, Bart speaks with Esha Joshi, co-founder of Yoodli, an AI-powered speech coach. The Humphrey Group has partnered with Yoodli to create a unique version that not only analyzes your speaking but also incorporates The Hu…
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Air Force One (1997) – A Perspective Review
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1:30:34How many of you LIKE our current President of the United States? Whether you’re a fan or not, the fact is that feature films galore have featured both real and fictional Presidents for a very long time. Inside of 1997’s Air Force One, we’re introduced […]By Phil Treacy
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S6 E7: How to Inspire Salespeople with Ryan Precious
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41:21Helping sales professionals excel requires a unique and innovative approach. But what exactly does that entail? How can you attract top sales talent and elevate their performance? What strategies do the best sales leaders employ?To explore these questions, Bart is joined by Ryan Precious, SVP of Worldwide Sales at ClickUp. Ryan shares his inspiring…
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Daily English News 184 'Use It or Lose It: Working Out as We Get Older'
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4:59Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today’s article discusses the benefits for weight-resistance training as we age. We discuss how often and how to begin. The article 'Use It or Lose It: Working Out as We Get Older' is courtesy of www.…
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Daily Englsih News Podcast 183 'How to Give a Powerful Business Presentation'
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4:56Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In Today’s article we learn what steps to take in order to ensure you give a powerful business presentation. How it is important to connect with your audience while leaving them with something importa…
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Daily English News 182 'Many Americans Don't Lock Up Their Loaded Guns'
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0:54Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today’s article we look at data from 2021 and 2022 study that found more than four out of 10 people living with children said they did not lock up their loaded weapons in the United States. The art…
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S6 E6: How To Practice Impactful Leadership with Mosongo Moukwa
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39:13In this episode, Bart welcomes Mosongo Moukwa, PhD, executive, author and leadership & business coach. Mosongo shares his journey from academia to the corporate world, and explains how he came to leadership accidentally. During this career, he developed a philosophy he calls “leadership of significance” which is transformational and audience-focuse…
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Daily English News 181 'Why Do People Watch Other People Play Video Games?'
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5:19Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we learn why millions of people want to watch others play video games online instead of just playing themselves. The article 'Why Do People Watch Other People Play Video Games?' is courtesy of w…
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Daily English News 180 'Need a Creative Idea? Take a Walk, Science Says'
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5:18Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today’s podcast, we hear about the link between creativity and exercise. The article 'Need a Creative Idea? Take a Walk, Science Says' is courtesy of www.engoo.com. You can find this article https:…
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Daily English News podcast 179 'Thailand Announces Five-Year Visa for Remote Workers'
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5:28Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we hear how Thailand has become one of the latest countries to offer a five-year multiple entry visa for remote workers that costs about $270. The article 'Thailand Announces Five-Year Visa for …
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Daily English News 178 'US President's Son Convicted of Three Felonies'
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5:34Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we look at how on June 11 2024 Jurors found Hunter Biden (son of President Joe Biden) guilty of three felony gun charges. The article 'US President's Son Convicted of Three Felonies' is courtesy…
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Daily English News 177 'Indonesia Is Most Generous Country in Global Study'
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5:40Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we look at the most generous and least generous countries, when the world became more generous and how this generosity may be linked to happiness. The article 'Indonesia Is Most Generous Country…
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Daily English News 176 'Woman Sues Netflix Over Baby Reindeer 'Defamation''
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5:38Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we will hear an article which discusses how Netflix is being sued over its most popular show Baby Reindeer by the Scottish woman who says she is the real Martha. This story cleverly depicts how …
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Daily English News 175 'The American Dream: Why You Should Read The Great Gatsby'
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5:48Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we discuss why reading F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby is integral to understanding the great American dream culture. This story cleverly depicts how Americans can achieve wealth and succ…
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S6 E5: Building Self-Belief with Brooke Sophia Ramsay
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44:19This week Bart speaks with Brooke Sophia, an executive coach, jiujiteira, and consultant with The Humphrey Group about the mindset required to build the confidence it takes to inspire others. Brooke shares her journey into coaching and martial arts and how she’s learned that self-doubt and the inertia of imposter syndrome can hold you back. She exp…
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Daily English News 174 'China's Military Now Has Robot Dogs Armed with Rifles'
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5:53Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today’s article discusses how China's military has used a robot dog armed with a rifle during a recent military exercise. We will learn how this robot dog could eventually replace humans in combat The…
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Daily English News 173 'D-Day's 80th Anniversary Commemorated in Normandy'
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6:12Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today’s article, we will remember all those who landed on the beaches of Normandy to help free Europe from Hitler’s advance during world war II. The article 'D-Day's 80th Anniversary Commemorated i…
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Daily English News 172 'Standing, Running, Voting: The Language of Elections'
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5:27Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. As many people around the world will be voting in 2024 today we will look at language used during elections. The article 'Standing, Running, Voting: The Language of Elections' is courtesy of www.engoo…
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Daily English News 171 'Uber Announces Shuttle Bus Service'
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5:08Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today’s article, we hear that a new bus service has been announced by uber which will shuttle people from big events and airports. The article 'Uber Announces Shuttle Bus Service' is courtesy of ww…
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Daily English News 170 'The Big Golden Apple: The World's Richest City'
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5:35Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today we will discuss how New York is not only a very expensive city but also one filled with millionaires and even billionaires. The article 'The Big Golden Apple: The World's Richest City' is courte…
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Daily English News 169 'Hero Delivery Driver Runs for Election in Ireland'
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5:30Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. The article is about a Brazilian man in Dublin Ireland who is running for public elected office after becoming a hero for helping to capture a man who attacked a child in the city centre . The article…
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Daily English News 168 ' UK's Sunak Plans National Service for 18-Year-Olds'
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5:56Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Uk Prime Ministers for the first time in more than 60 years, wants all 18-year-olds in Britain to perform a year of compulsory military or civilian national service if the governing Conservative Party…
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S6 E4: Why Understanding The Setback Cycle is Key to your Growth as a Leader with Amy Shoenthal
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41:00In this episode, Bart speaks with journalist Amy Shoenthal about her new book, The Setback Cycle. Amy explains how setbacks aren't always fuel for success, why not everything "happens for a reason" and the real lessons to take when you're in the middle of a difficult period in life or career. She shares her four-part setback cycle (Establish, Embra…
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Daily English News 167 'Humans and Clothes: When Did We Start Wearing Them?'
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5:27Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. As humans we are the only animals that wear clothes, we might wonder why we wear them. Today’s article discusses this answer as well as looking at exactly when the wearing of clothes began. The articl…
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Daily English News 166 'Neuralink Implant Lets Man Play Mario Kart with His Mind'
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5:42Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today’s article we learn about A 30-year-old who was paralyzed almost eight years ago and who now has become the first person to receive Neuralink's brain-computer interface (BCI) implant The artic…
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Daily English News 165 ''Put Me Through': Handy Phrases for Business Calls'
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4:06Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today's article we will hear how talking on the telephone can be difficult in any language. Making a business phone call can be even more challenging especially if it is not in your native language…
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Daily English News 164 'Dublin to NYC Video 'Portal' Paused After Bad Behavior'
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5:20Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today's article we will hear how a video screen "Portal" that lets people in New York and Dublin look into life on opposite sides of the Atlantic in real time is paused for bad behaviour in Ireland…
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Daily English News 163 'US Woman Awarded $78,000 in Court After Being Fired'
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5:03Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. In today's article we will hear how an elderly employee was fired after a brief illness and proceeded to take them to court for Age Discrimination. The article 'US Woman Awarded $78,000 in Court After…
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Daily English News 162 '70% of Young Adults Ask Parents for Help Getting Job'
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5:31Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today's article focuses on Generation z and their reliance on their parents into adulthood. The article '70% of Young Adults Ask Parents for Help Getting Job' is courtesy of www.engoo.com. You can fin…
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Daily English News 161 'Being in Nature Could Change Our 'Sense of Time''
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4:43Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today's article is about how a University scientist believes that spending more time in nature or green spaces changes the way we think about time. How the great outdoors may in fact slow our fast liv…
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S6 E3: How Asian Professionals can find their Voice and Shine with Rebecca Pang
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33:45!!A special episode for Asian Heritage Month!! In this episode, Bart speaks with Rebecca Pang about the unique stereotypes and challenges Asian professionals face and how they can overcome them. Rebecca, a Vice President with RBC and co-founder of the Asian Professionals Network at the bank, shares some startling numbers that illustrate how Asian p…
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Daily English News 160 'Report Reveals 'Fraud' of Plastic Recycling'
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6:40Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today's article discusses how big companies may have been lying to consumers for decades regarding the realities of recycling. The article 'Report Reveals 'Fraud' of Plastic Recycling' is courtesy of …
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Daily English News 159 'Singaporean Workers Say: 'Flexible Work or I Quit!''
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5:27Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today's article discusses how Japan is changing its law on child custody. The article 'Japan to Allow Joint Child Custody for Divorced Parents' is courtesy of www.engoo.com. You can find this article …
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Daily English News 157 'Japan to Allow Joint Child Custody for Divorced Parents'
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5:09Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today's article discusses how Japan is changing its law on child custody. The article 'Japan to Allow Joint Child Custody for Divorced Parents' is courtesy of www.engoo.com. You can find this article …
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Daily English News 157 'When Does 'Old Age' Begin? People Can't Decide'
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5:25Learn English as a native speaker reads a daily new article. Complete with vocabulary, example sentences, pronunciation, and comprehension questions. Today's article discusses when people think old age begins and how this has changed over time. The article 'When Does 'Old Age' Begin? People Can't Decide' is courtesy of www.engoo.com. You can find t…
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