{"podcast":{"title":"Learn English Podcast","slug":"learn-english-podcast-6598180","podcast_index_feed_id":6598180,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/learnenglishpodcast/feed.xml","website_url":"https://learnenglishpod.com/","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/learnenglishpodcast/20230910_070959_c83f45dac31d0fe61d35e1464a86fb25.jpg","author":"Learn English Podcast","episode_count":136,"summary":"Learn English through real stories, history, and culture. The Learn English Podcast helps B1–B2 English learners improve listening comprehension, vocabulary, and cultural understanding through engaging episodes about American history, world events, language, travel, and fascinating true stories. Each episode uses clear, natural English and provides meaningful context so you can understand new words, learn expressions, and build confidence. You’ll hear English the way native speakers use it—through stories about people, places, and events that shaped the world. This podcast is perfect for upper-intermediate English learners (B2), independent learners, ESL students, and anyone who wants to learn English naturally without a textbook . Listen at your own pace, follow along with the vocabulary, and enjoy topics ranging from Native American history and U.S. culture to mysteries, science, geography, and everyday English. 🎧 You'll learn: • English vocabulary in context • Listening comprehension strategies • Real American culture and history • Clear explanations of challenging words • Natural English expressions and phrases New episodes published weekly. Follow the show and keep learning E…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-29T18:17:31.001895+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learn-english-podcast-6598180"},"episode":{"title":"Marilyn Monroe’s Story in English | Learn English in Context","slug":"marilyn-monroe-s-story-in-english-learn-english-in-context","published_at":"2026-03-02T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learn-english-podcast-6598180/marilyn-monroe-s-story-in-english-learn-english-in-context","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learn-english-podcast-6598180","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/learnenglishpodcast/2430424","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/227135/2430424/learnenglishpodcast/2026_02_02_02_36_52_c7e56074-e7f1-4dd0-af7c-cd8f59d96fa8.mp3","summary":"🎧 Marilyn Monroe is remembered as a symbol — but her real life was far more complex. This episode explores Marilyn Monroe’s early life, her transformation into a Hollywood star, the roles she was typecast into, and her struggle for control and respect. Listeners learn how fame affected her personal life and why her story continues to resonate today. Designed for intermediate English learners, this episode teaches real American English in context, with clear explanations of vocabulary related to identity, fame, relationships, and popular culture. 🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website: Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/ Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod Take lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387 📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbb Affiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc 📝 Vocabulary list: 1) unstable: not safe or consistent 2) foster home: a temporary home for children who cannot live with their parents 3) withdrawn: quiet and not social 4) transformation: a big change in appearance or life 5) contract: a legal agreement for work 6) studio system: the old Hollywood system where studios controlled actors 7) public image: how someone appears to the public 8) typecast: to be given the same kind of role repeatedly 9) dumb blonde: a stereotype of a beautiful but unintelligent woman 10) iconic: very famous and widely recognized 11) pop culture: popular movies, music, and celebrities 12) private life: life away from public attention 13) reassurance: emotional support or encouragement 14) reputation: what people think about someone","meta_description":"🎧 Marilyn Monroe is remembered as a symbol — but her real life was far more complex. This episode explores Marilyn Monroe’s early life, her transformation…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":857,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/learn-english-podcast-6598180/episodes/marilyn-monroe-s-story-in-english-learn-english-in-context/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learn-english-podcast-6598180/marilyn-monroe-s-story-in-english-learn-english-in-context.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}