English, please is a podcast designed to help improve your English by listening to clear, intermediate English about many different topics like history, culture, art, music, travel, and language.

Episode 36: Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Mardi Gras is a huge part of New Orleans culture around this time each year. I'll discuss the origins of Mardi Gras, share some facts about it, and discuss what makes the celebration in New Orleans unlike any other in the world, all in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 35: Do people in the USA work too much?

Work life in the United States is a mix of opportunity, responsibility, and also sacrifice. In this episode, we'll explore American work culture—the long hours, limited benefits, and cultural emphasis on hard work—and how these factors impact work-life balance, all in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 34: One World Trade Center in New York

One World Trade Center, located in lower Manhattan in New York City, is the tallest building in the United States. In this episode, we'll explore the history of the original Twin Towers, the events that led to the construction of One World Trade Center, some facts about the building, and why it is an important place for locals and for visitors, all in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 33: Wall Street

Wall Street, located in lower Manhattan in New York City, is the financial center of the United States. It's only a short street, but it represents the heart of American finance, and it has a big impact on the global economy. In this episode, you'll hear about  the place, the history, and the importance to New York, the U.S., and even the world, in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 32: The Rockefeller Christmas Tree in New York City

New York City is a special place during the holidays, and the most beloved symbol of this time of year is the Rockefeller Christmas Tree. You'll hear about  the history, how the tree is chosen and decorated, and why it holds such a special place in American culture, in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 31: Hudson Yards in New York City

Hudson Yards in NYC is a new neighborhood in Manhattan, built in a former industrial area filled with rail yards. Once abandoned and neglected, the area now is a destination with shopping, culture, and high-rise apartments. But there's controversy, too. You'll hear about Hudson Yards in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 30: Billionaire's Row in New York City

Billionaire's Row in NYC is a collection of ultra-luxurious residential skyscrapers along and near 57th Street in Midtown Manhattan, known for housing some of the most expensive real estate in the world and attracting wealthy international buyers You'll hear about it in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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Episode 29: Lincoln Center in New York City

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is one of New York City’s most famous landmarks. Known for its architecture, history, and profound impact on the arts, Lincoln Center is a cultural institution with a rich tradition and enormous influence, and you'll hear about it in clear, intermediate English. As with all episodes, this one is just the right length for practicing your listening skills in one sitting. This means you can improve your English without needing a lot of time.

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