118.2 - The Blue People of Kentucky

Martin eventually fell in love with a redheaded American woman named Elizabeth Smith, and the couple decided to start a family. But something very unusual happened—something they never could have imagined. Four of their seven children were born with blue skin. In this episode of the American English Podcast, you’ll hear the fascinating story of the Blue People of Kentucky. In the first part of the episode, you’ll also learn how to use the common English expression “out of the blue.”Want to take your learning further?  ⭐ ⁠Visit the website⁠ for more learning materials. You’ll also find the Academy there, where you can access bonus content for this episode (formerly “The Classroom”). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices