With the rise of remote work during the pandemic, the world has seen a significant increase in people leaving their urban homes for more rural settings away from the city and traditional office settings.
Some are even brave enough to leave their permanent homes behind and accept a nomad lifestyle, traveling from place to place to live and work.
Join us for today’s episode as we sit down with special guest, Kate Connelly, to talk about her decision to leave her urban life in Washington DC and take on the nomad life from the beaches of Rhode Island to the mountains of Colorado.
Read the full transcript on our website: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-130-special-guest-kate-connelly
A Ponzi scheme is a fraudulent investing scam that generates returns for earlier investors with money taken from later investors. This is similar to a pyramid scheme in that both are based on using new investors' funds to pay the earlier backers.
These schemes have existed for many years and examples can be found all over the world from Brazil’s Telexfree to Alberto Chang in Chile.
But, why is it called a Ponzi scheme? And how are these con artists able to trick so many people into giving them their money for a reward that doesn’t really exist?
Join us for today’s episode as we discuss the origins of Ponzi schemes, how they function, and how Bernie Madoff successfully pulled off the biggest Ponzi scheme in history.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-129-what-is-a-ponzi-scheme
Riddles are tricky, brain-teasing statements or questions that are designed to be difficult to solve like a puzzle. Some people are great at solving them while others—like us—are not.
Join us for today’s episode as we try our best to solve and break down the meanings of some tough riddles in English.
Read the full transcript on our website: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-114-riddle-me-this
Only six days into the new year, we watched in horror as violent, Trump-supporting protesters forced their way into the US Capitol building after President Trump’s public speech encouraging them to stop Congress from finalizing the Electoral College results and democracy from taking place.
The historic coup-attempt resulted in hours of destruction, looting, and the deaths of five people before it all ended with Congress still proceeding to finalize the election results.
Will President Trump be held responsible for his actions or will he be able to avoid accountability as we have seen throughout his entire presidency?
Join us for today’s episode as we discuss the details of the US Capitol riots and what possible consequences it might have moving forward.
Read the full transcript and vocabulary guide here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-119-historic-and-violent-break-in-at-the-us-capitol
Fake News—it’s the buzzword that we hear across all forms of communication from social media platforms, news companies, and the most powerful politicians in the world.
The rise of digital communication has allowed us to publish and share any information across the internet with the click of a button without having to verify if it’s actually true.
While most of it is silly and harmless, what happens when fake news is taken too seriously and causes violence and hatred?
Join us for today’s episode as we discuss clickbait headlines, anti-vaxxers, and Nigerian genocide, and other problems caused by President Trump’s favorite word.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-118-fake-news-its-everywhere
As we all say goodbye (and good riddance) to 2020, we reflect on the goals and habits that many of us set for ourselves before the start of the year such as losing weight, learning a new skill, traveling, etc.
While most of us didn’t stick to these goals, just making it to the end of this crazy year safe and healthy is enough of an accomplishment.
Join us for today’s episode as we discuss quarantine drinking, broken resolutions, and our own personal objectives for 2021.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-117-new-years-resolutions
2020 was…well… where do we even start? From kicking off the year with Australian wildfires and the death of Kobe Bryant to the historic Chilean referendum and US presidential elections—all during a global pandemic—this year was one that we will never forget.
Join us for today’s episode as we give a year-in-review wrap-up and discuss some of the most important events that occurred in this crazy, unpredictable, and historic year.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-116-2020-what-a-year
As vaccines for COVID-19 have started to roll out in different parts of the world these last two weeks, the thought of terminating this deadly disease and returning to our normals lives is giving many hope as we near the end of a long and dark year.
However, with rising cases, unorganized policies, and limited vaccines available, it’s apparent that our fight against the deadly coronavirus is far from over.
Tune in to today’s episode as CWG gives an update on COVID-19 developments including second waves of infections, vaccine rollouts and Argentina’s coronavirus tax on the wealthy.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-115-covid-update
Located in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s tallest mountain at 5,895 meters (19,240 feet) and takes seven days to complete. With only a 40% success rate of reaching the top, it’s clear that summitting the peak is not for the faint of heart. However, those who brave the harsh weather, high altitude, and physical/mental pain to reach the top can consider it a trip of a lifetime.
Join us today as we discuss mountain climbing training, toilet porters, and Tanzanian whisky on Africa’s tallest mountain with good friend and special guest, David Vaughn.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-113-climbing-mt-killmanjaro
Whether being a beginner or an advanced learner, making mistakes in a foreign language is inevitable. While it can be embarrassing and frustrating, making mistakes helps you recognize your weak spots in order to correct them and to sound more natural and fluent.
Tune into today’s episode as we discuss some common English mistakes and how to correct them in order to take your fluency to the next level.
Read the full transcript and vocabulary guide here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-112-some-common-mistakes
Whenever we go outside and we look up at the big sky and we see the beautiful stars at night, we often ponder what is out there. What is in outer space? Are we alone? Are we the only ones? What's the meaning of life? Everyone thinks about the galaxy, other planets, space exploration, aliens, etc. and really makes us consider the possibilities that exist in the ever-expanding universe.
Tune in to today’s podcast as we discuss shooting stars, space exploration, and whether or not we believe other life exists in the universe.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-110-cwg-ponders-space-and-other-life
As we discussed in Episode 105, voters will decide who will become the next president in the upcoming US election by ballot. In addition, voters will also be voting on state-specific issues such as Congress representatives, judges, alcohol and tobacco taxes, voting-age requirements, among many others. One could argue that these state laws affect citizens’ everyday lives even more than federal laws and therefore, their importance cannot be overlooked.
Tune in to today’s episode as we discuss some of the new ballot measures being presented in this year’s upcoming election and how they could possibly shape and change the future of certain states in the US.
Read the full transcript and vocabulary guide here:
https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-107-us-election-by-state
As we approach the one year anniversary of Chile’s social uprising that occurred last October following massive protests and military intervention, tensions are rising again in anticipation of the upcoming constitutional referendum vote in which Chileans will vote to determine if and how a new constitution will be drafted.
This vote will be the first of many steps towards change for current and future generations alike moving forward in a country that has experienced so much politically and socially in the last half-century.
Tune into today’s episode as we reflect on the social uprising, discuss the referendum details, and ponder the future of Chile.
Read the full transcript here as well as a key vocabulary guide: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-106-chiles-vote-for-a-new-constitution
Less than a month away from the US presidential elections, tensions are running high during a year that has given us a global pandemic, unprecedented forest fires, and a weakened economy. During a normal year, the US voting process can be complex and confusing, let alone with the complications that COVID-19 has presented us this year, in particular.
In today’s episode, we discuss the upcoming US elections from the candidates to campaigning to debating to persuading the Electoral College.
Read the full transcript here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-105-the-upcoming-us-presidential-election
The United States has a lot of big cities that offer plenty of tourist attractions such as New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Miami. But there’s one big Midwestern city that gets overlooked. This beautiful city located on the shores of Lake Michigan is none other than Chicago.
In today’s episode, we talk with fellow Dynamic English teacher and Chicago native—Matt Gutman—all about the Cubs, deep-dish pizza, and the best music and museums in “The Windy City.”
Read the full transcript to this episode here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-97-everything-chicago
What do a globe-cycling woman, a torch-swallowing fire performer, and a chainsaw-juggling, completely-tattooed man have in common? It’s not a joke punchline—it’s the list of some of this year’s Guinness World record-holders.
The Guinness World Records started in 1955 with the goal of finding and recognizing the world’s weirdest, wildest, and most incredible feats of humankind. In this episode, we talk about some of our favorite Guinness World records for 2020.
Read the transcript to this episode here: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode -95-guinness-world-records
There’s something magical about opening up a book, feeling the paper pages in your hands, and allowing your imagination to transport you to a new world. However, in a digitized world of phones, computers, tablets, and many other digital devices, reading in its traditional form is becoming increasingly less popular. In today’s episode, we talk about our favorite books, the struggles of finding books abroad, and what the future holds for reading.
Lee la transcripción aquí: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-94-theres-nothing-like-reading-a-good-book
Sleep—it’s something that all of us have to do in order to be able to function properly as humans. Sleep expert, Dr. Matthew Walker, points out that the majority of people do not get the daily recommended amount of sleep leading to bad moods, low energy, weak immune systems, and even serious diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s. In today’s podcast, we break down sleep and why it’s so incredibly important for our health.
Lee la transcripción aquí: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-93-sleep
If you found a briefcase full of money in the woods, would you take it or leave it? If you could change the human body, what enhancements would you make? These kinds of questions that make us consider what decision we would make in possible scenarios are called hypothetical questions. In today’s podcast, we discuss some funny and interesting hypothetical questions and what decisions we would make.
Lee la transcripción aqui:
https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-92-hypothetical-questions
From working at a ski resort in Colorado in the US to starting an English language institute from nothing, Dynamic English’s co-founder, Andrew Lakin, has had quite the journey leading up to the present day. In today’s episode, we sit down with Andrew to find out his life story, hobbies, passions, and what it took to make Dynamic English what it is today.
