Bringlese Daily - English Listening 🎧

Ugly Restaurant = Good Food? 🍔 (May 30, 2024)

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This cultural difference might help you put things into perspective...

Translation Challenges #3 🎯 Wed (May 29, 2024)

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back for Round 3 of our new Translation Challenges Series. This time we're doing Continuous Tenses... Good luck!

The 'Just Do It' Rule ✅ (May 28, 2024)

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it best to stop thinking and just start doing. Let me explain how I've managed to do this and how you can too...

The Fortified Church ⛪ (May 27, 2024)

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've never seen architecture like this before then it will certainly have an impression on you...

Assassination in Slovakia 🩸 (May 24, 2024)

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Something scary happened in Slovakia last week. Let's talk about it...

Coolest Job Ever? ⚾ (May 23, 2024)

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know I have a twin brother? I wanted to share something cool about my bro, enjoy!

Translation Challenges #2 🎯 (May 22, 2024)

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back for more translation challenges today! Good luck, cuz they're pretty hard :)

The Time Pyramid 🐫 (May 21, 2024)

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This project will take 1,200 years to complete. Do you have the patience for that?

Crazy English Method 😂 (May 20, 2024)

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is this "crazy" method of learning English actually effective? Let's talk about it...

I don't speak your CULTURE! 🍕 (May 17, 2024)

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here is my unofficial description of the different levels of learning a language. Do you agree or disagree? :)

Time or Money? 💸 (May 16, 2024)

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From one culture to another to we perceive time and money in a different way? Let's talk about that...

Translation Challenges #1 🎯 (May 15, 2024)

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a new series within the podcast. It's my first attempt at it, so I know it's not perfect. But I'll work on it and make it better a...

Riding a Train in Japan 🚂 (May 14, 2024)

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the best parts of Japan is its public transportation system. Let me explain why in this episode...

Is Italy Fantasizing the Past? 🗿 (May 13, 2024)

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Italy hanging on to its past is definitely justifiable, but is there a counterargument?

Do Adults Keep Learning? 📚 (May 10, 2024)

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here's an important life lesson that a high school teacher of mine instilled in me many years ago...

The Magic of No Internet 🔮 (May 9, 2024)

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when we're forced to close our computers and put our phones down? In my opinion... magic!

Madrid Loves Italy 🇪🇸 🇮🇹 (May 8, 2024)

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is one specific aspect of the culture in Madrid that I've found very charming. Here it is...

How to Climb Mt Everest 🏔️ (May 7, 2024)

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're going on an adventure today. Next stop? The summit of Mount Everest!

The Culture of Time 🕒 (May 6, 2024)

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our perspective of time varies from culture to culture... Or at least that's what I've noticed in my personal experience. Let's talk about...

Mind Over Matter 🧪 (May 3, 2024)

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here's an idea of how to use your mind to help solve daily problems... Good luck!

The Speed of Life ⏱️ (May 2, 2024)

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought about how fast you carry out your tasks? I think there's a cultural difference between us. But I like the Italian way!

When Art Spits on You 💦 (May 1, 2024)

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you like this kind of offbeat art? Or would you disapprove? Let's take a trip out to Chicago and find out...

Cat Island 🐱 (April 30, 2024)

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine an island where cats were the real kings and queens! Well... that island actually exists...

17-Year Old Chess Champion?! ♟️ (April 29, 2024)

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Something crazy is going on in the chess world. I'd like to share it with you...

New Language = New Personality 🧠 (April 26, 2024)

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like when you speak a new language your personality changes? Let's talk about that...

4-Day Work Week 🩳 (April 25, 2024)

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine if instead of working 5 days a week you only worked 4. And on top of that, you had a 3-day weekend every week. That'd be nice, wouldn'...

Telephone Phobia ☎️ (April 24, 2024)

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you feel when you see an incoming call? Anxiety? Fear? Well, you're not alone...

Killing of Peter Fechter 🔪 (April 23, 2024)

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What would you do to see someone you love? Peter Fechter risked his whole life...

The Mozambique Boat Disaster ⛵ (April 22, 2024)

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This tragic story from southeastern Africa could've been easily avoided...

Yes, Your English is Improving 📈 (April 19, 2024)

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Please listen to this episode if you're concerned about your progress with English! <3

Is Culture Shock Real? 😲 (April 18, 2024)

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Of all the emotions one can experience, this has to be one of the most interesting!

Dishwasher Salmon?! 🐟 (April 17, 2024)

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, real people do this. Are you surprised?!

Ancient Arches: Owachomo ⛰️ (April 16, 2024)

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I love cities and buildings, but there are some incredible structures in nature as well...

The Death of a Language ⚰️ (April 15, 2024)

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when no one else speaks a language? Is that happening to some languages in Italy?

Motorcycles = 😡 (April 12, 2024)

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does the sound of loud motorcycles passing you by cause frustration for you as well? Let's talk about it...

Has Society Completely Changed? 🌐 (April 11, 2024)

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's take a few minutes to reflect on the current state of modern society. Have we changed? What's causing the change?

Moby Prince Disaster 🚢 (April 10, 2024)

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does anyone remember this disaster in Italy from exactly 34 years ago?

The Building with a Highway Inside 🛣️ (April 9, 2024)

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When I saw this building I knew I had to make an episode about it!

Bridge Collapse in Maryland 🌉 (April 8, 2024)

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Something unfortunate happened a couple weeks ago in Maryland, had you heard about it?

Why you should try American coffee ☕ (April 5, 2024)

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alright, I'm asking you to try something!

Are hobbies disappearing? 🔮 (April 4, 2024)

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Something concerning is happening in today's society... Would you agree?

The Italian Wars 🏳️ (April 3, 2024)

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The more we learn, the less we know...

Tragedy by the Sea 📸 (April 2, 2024)

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let me tell you about an award-winning photograph...

April Fools' Day 🤡 (April 1, 2024)

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is our society too silly?!

American Culture and March Madness 🤪 (Mar 29, 2024)

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is one part of American culture that I really appreciate...

What I learned from my trip to Ireland 🇮🇪 (Mar 28, 2024)

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Going to Ireland really opened my eyes about a few things. Let me share them with you...

Women at War in Denmark 🏹 (Mar 27, 2024)

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How would you feel if you were forced to join the military for your country?

The Story of Guccio Gucci 🛍️ (Mar 26, 2024)

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're all familiar with "Gucci". But what's the story of its founder?!

The Fruit Juice Flood 🧃 (Mar 25, 2024)

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine seeing your town flooded... but instead of with water, with juice!

Advanced: Focus On Improvement, Not Fixing Problems 📈 (March 22, 2024)

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rather than focusing only on problems and how to solve them, imagine simply improving an ordinary situation...

Advanced: American Commercials = 💀 (Mar 21, 2024)

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alright, I had to get this off my chest! Hahaha.

Scientific Skepticism 🧪 (Mar 20, 2024)

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of my life philosophies, I want to share it with you guys.

The Nobel WAR Prize?! 🥇 (Mar 19, 2024)

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Only once in history was the Nobel Peace Prize declined... Let's talk about it!

Sweden joins NATO 🤝 (Mar 18, 2024)

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sweden took a big step in its military alliance a couple weeks ago...

Advanced: How much does university cost in the US? 🏫 (Mar 15, 2024)

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Guys, this episode might shock you!

Advanced: Why City-Life Can Be So Great (or so terrible!) 🏙️ (Mar 14, 2024)

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's have an advanced episode where I talk about what I like and dislike about cities. Plus, I'll share one strange thing I'd like to see...

Chinese Man, American Soldier ⚔️ (Mar 13, 2024)

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here's an interesting story about a Chinese man whose life changed completely at the age of 11...

$500 Million House 😎🌴 (Mar 12, 2024)

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you want to live in a house like this?!

Assassination of Elagabalus 🔪 (Mar 11, 2024)

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who would've thought that a powerful Roman emperor could be assassinated?!

Should Students Wear Uniforms? 🥋 (Mar 8, 2024)

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You might be surprised by my answer! It goes deeper than just at school...

Advanced: Why do Americans "eat their words"? 🍴 (Mar 7, 2024)

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Really difficult episode today because I spoke pretty quickly and I talked about a tricky topic. I hope you enjoy it!

Michelangelo's Birthday! 🎨 (Mar 6, 2024)

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy B-day to one of the greatest (if not THE greatest) artists of all time!

Japanese Toilets Are Amazing 🚽 (Mar 5, 2024)

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Italians always wonder why Americans don't use the bidet. But the Japanese might have a question for Italians...

The Story Behind "The Scream" 😱 (Mar 4, 2024)

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about a world famous painting that I'm a big fan of...

Advanced: The Problem with Mainstream Media 📰 (Mar 1, 2024)

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let me explain why I have a few problems with "Mainstream Media", I'm assuming many of you will feel the exact same way...

Advanced: Happy Leap Day! 🐸 (Feb 29, 2024)

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special rare day! Let's celebrate it with some interesting facts and English practice.

The Movie You'll NEVER See 🎥 (Feb 28, 2024)

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine making a professional movie that no one will see for 100 years...

Antarctic English ❄️ (Feb 27, 2024)

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wait... there's a different variety of English in Antarctica?!

The Ancient Roman Brothel: Lupanar 💃 (Feb 26, 2024)

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who would've thought that humans from 2,000+ years ago were like this?!

Advanced: Urban Planning Affects Our Lives 🏙️ (Feb 23, 2024)

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we don't realize how big of an impact our city structures have on our lives...

Advanced: What cities have I been to in Italy? 🇮🇹 (Feb 22, 2024)

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let me share a little bit about my experience in Italy. It all started back in January 2013 when I was only 19 years old...

Bacon Ice Cream?! 🥓🍨 (Feb 21, 2024)

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ok, hear me out, I know it sounds disgusting, but there's a reason behind this madness?! And is "prosciutto e melone" that much better?!...

The Italian Island that Disappears and Comes Back 🏝️ (Feb 20, 2024)

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Had you ever heard about this "Sicilian" island? Possibly not, because it's usually not there...

Marathon World Record Holder Dies at 24 😭 (Feb 19, 2024)

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is some sad news you might want to hear...

Advanced: How traveling can impact you ✈️ (Feb 16, 2024)

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here's my thoughts on how traveling can change you as a person. And yes, this is another advanced episode!

Advanced: The Super Bowl and American Culture 🏈 (Feb 15, 2024)

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about the American version of "Sanremo": The Super Bowl!

Valentine's Day ❤️ (Feb 14, 2024)

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The day of love is here! (But do you really care? Hahaha)

Why Confidence is Key in Language-Learning 🔑 (Feb 13, 2024)

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's get one thing clear: You need confidence and belief in yourself if you're going to improve in a language!

El Salvador's President is a Beast 🐃 (Feb 12, 2024)

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Massive change in a country might actually be possible! What do you guys think?

ADVANCED Episode! Can you understand me? 👂 (Feb 9, 2024)

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's speak in a quick, natural English while we talk about some cultural differences I noticed while I was in Japan...

Young Adults Go to Bed at 10pm Now 🛏️ (Feb 8, 2024)

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I guess there are a few reasons why this is the case. But is this a good thing or a bad thing?

North Korea Re-Unifying?! 🤦 (Feb 7, 2024)

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A true story about how North and South Korea were making progress but that can now be forgotten...

The Flying Helicopter on Mars 🚁 (Feb 6, 2024)

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can you believe that humans flew a helicopter on Mars?!

Calabrian Earthquakes of 1783 🌀 (Feb 5, 2024)

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's go back in time 241 years. There was a huge natural disaster happening in Calabria...

Fatal Plane Crash in Afghanistan ✈️ (Feb 2, 2024)

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Also, my thoughts on flying in general.

Happy February! Let's talk about it... 2️⃣ (February 1, 2024)

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Also, are there any days or months with weird pronunciations?!

Central Park Tower in New York City 🗼 (Jan 31, 2024)

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's learn some interesting facts about the tallest residential tower in the world!

UK vs US English: Is one better than the other? ⚖️ (Jan 30, 2024)

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about some differences between UK and US English. Is one better than the other?

He Tried to Assassinate the Queen: Edward Oxford 🔪 (Jan 29, 2024)

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a strange story about a man who tried to assassinate the queen, and 25 years later he was living a completely normal life...

How do American Schools work? 🏫 (Jan 26, 2024)

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about how the school system works in the US!

My Home: Denver, Colorado ⛰️ (Jan 25, 2024)

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I wanted to share a bit about where I'm from, I hope you like it!

Is my diet CRAZY?! 😋 (Jan 24, 2024)

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a bit different from the usual, but let me share a little bit about myself...

Emmy Awards Winners 😎 (Jan 23, 2024)

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you care about award shows like this?!

The word "LITERALLY" 🤔 (Jan 22, 2024)

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are we misusing words like "literally" or "oggettivamente"?!

Longest Bridge in the World?! 🌉 (Jan 19, 2024)

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You guys know that I love big buildings and epic architecture. Let me share an example with you today. Plus, what are my general thoughts on social me...

No More Eating Dogs! 😲 (Jan 18, 2024)

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

South Korea recently passed a law that will ban the consumption of dog meat. Let's talk about that...

Living in Antarctica?! 🧊 (Jan 17, 2024)

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you believe me if I told you there's a small town in Antarctica? Let's talk about it!

Italy is IMPROVING?! 🚂 (Jan 16, 2024)

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've seen Italy improve in many different areas over the past 10 years...

I Don't Like Movies, Here's Why 🎥 (Jan 15, 2024)

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Honestly, there are many things I don't like about modern movies. And I think you'll be surprisingly happy with my reasons!

Origins of "Friday"?! 🌬️ (Jan 12, 2024)

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Actually "Friday" and "Venerdì" have more in common than you'd think!