Culture

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Why Pizza Hut failed in the US but won in China
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Why Pizza Hut failed in the US but won in China

Discover why Pizza Hut's strategy succeeded in China but faltered in the US, and learn key business English for discussing global market dynamics.

The banned book that shaped modern martial arts
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The banned book that shaped modern martial arts

The banned book that shaped modern martial arts — a B2 English lesson. Learn vocabulary such as Epic saga and Bound by an honorable code. Practise concession and contrast clauses and practical phrases for recommending a book, movie, or tv series.

The rise of coffee culture
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The rise of coffee culture

Explore the captivating history of coffee culture, master the passive voice, and learn to network confidently over a cuppa.

The history of color: tracing word origins
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The history of color: tracing word origins

The history of color — a B2 English lesson. Practise using non-defining relative clauses and expand vocabulary around etymology and perception.

The dark origins of Disney fairy tales
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The dark origins of Disney fairy tales

Uncover the surprisingly grim origins of Disney's classic fairy tales and explore how these beloved stories were transformed over centuries.

Ancient Rome: debunking historical myths
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Ancient Rome: debunking historical myths

Challenge common misconceptions about Ancient Rome and learn to discuss historical accuracy with nuanced vocabulary and practical expressions.

Language and perception: debating universal patterns in color
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Language and perception: debating universal patterns in color

Explore the profound influence of language on how we perceive the world, particularly colour, through a captivating video and advanced vocabulary for nuanced debate.

Slam poetry: expressing personal stories and emotions
B1CulturePsychologyVideo

Slam poetry: expressing personal stories and emotions

Discover the raw power of slam poetry as you learn to articulate personal stories and emotions using vivid, impactful English expressions.

The kola nut's journey: discussing historical impact and cultural significance
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The kola nut's journey: discussing historical impact and cultural significance

Explore the kola nut's journey, from its cultural roots to its commercial exploitation, mastering C1 vocabulary and grammar for nuanced discussions.

The surprising origins of common foods: discussing historical views and modern habits
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The surprising origins of common foods: discussing historical views and modern habits

Explore the fascinating, often strange, history of everyday foods and gain the language to discuss how our culinary perceptions have changed over centuries.

The hero's journey: discussing universal story patterns
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The hero's journey: discussing universal story patterns

Explore the universal patterns of storytelling and character development in this B2 lesson, using a fascinating video to deepen your understanding of narrative structures.

Color and culture: discussing historical trends
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Color and culture: discussing historical trends

Explore how colours reflect historical trends and cultural shifts, learning key vocabulary to discuss their social impact and influence.