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Why airports have chapels
Episode 778
Today's story: Many major airports around the world have chapels or prayer rooms—some interfaith, some religion-specific—offering travelers and emplo…
1 year, 3 months ago
How makers of 'Adolescence' made their one-take episodes
Episode 777
Today's story: The four-part Netflix series “Adolescence” tells the story of a teenage boy accused of murder. The story is gripping and powerful. But…
1 year, 3 months ago
Expression: Figure out
Great news -- the expressions are back!
"Essential English Expressions" is a brand-new podcast from Plain English. All 14 episodes from Season 1 are a…
1 year, 3 months ago
Legendary investor Warren Buffett to retire
Episode 776
Today's story: Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors in history, announced his retirement at age 94 during his company's 2025 annual m…
1 year, 3 months ago
Canada’s Liberals stage an improbable comeback
Episode 775
Today's story: Mark Carney, former head of the central banks of Canada and the UK, led Canada's struggling Liberal party to an improbable, come-from-…
1 year, 3 months ago
Expression: Make sure
Great news -- the expressions are back!
"Essential English Expressions" is a brand-new podcast from Plain English. All 14 episodes from Season 1 are a…
1 year, 3 months ago
Dalai Lama leads Tibetan Buddhists from exile
Episode 774
Today's story: The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, one of three major schools of Buddhism. Though he leads only a fraction of…
1 year, 3 months ago
LinkedIn is now a place to share
Episode 773
Today's story: LinkedIn has evolved from a resume and networking site into a platform where users share personal stories, professional lessons, and i…
1 year, 3 months ago
Expression: Make a difference
Great news -- the expressions are back!
"Essential English Expressions" is a brand-new podcast from Plain English. All 14 episodes from Season 1 are a…
1 year, 3 months ago
How a new pope is chosen
Episode 772
Today's story: When a pope dies or resigns, the College of Cardinals, made up of senior advisors, convenes at the Vatican to elect a successor. Cardi…
1 year, 3 months ago