EnglishMeeting.com Discussion Podcasts

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   Discussion Podcast 19: Seniors That Kill, Jury Talk

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com Senior citizens do kill people -it's that simple. Also-the jury system in America. Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com

   Jul 25, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 18: Health, Body, & Mind

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com Where we were born and raised often determines what we eat and how we feel about fitness. In America our busy lifestyles coupled with unhealthy fast food restaurants adds up to a lot of overweight people.…

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   Jul 4, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 17: Violence in Media, should we care?

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com Exposure to violence and how it affects us. Media outlets have become more violent & graphic over the years. What type of violence is acceptable? What "good" comes out of this exposure to violent media? Does...

   Jun 21, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 16: The Environment

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com Does the environment belong to humans? Do people in developed countries care much how their lifestyle affects the environment? Are we recycling? Do we REALLY know how our trash is being dealt with or are we...

   Jun 3, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 15: Education

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com_____Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com Perspectives on Education. Is it a right or a privilege? How much is it worth? Why is it so important? Does it go beyond a career? What are we willing to sacrifice for it?...

   May 31, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 14: Plastic Surgery & Fashion

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com_____Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com When is it appropriate to have plastic surgery? Should it be kept secret? Is it acceptable to change your looks to marry a rich spouse or get acting and modeling jobs?…

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   May 17, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 13: Death Penalty

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com_____Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com Is the death penalty fair punishment for murder? How is capital punishment used in other countries? Is it our right as humans, to decide when another person's life should...

   May 17, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 12: Marijuana, should it be legal?

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as EnglishMeeting.com_____Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com When some people hear the work "marijuana" they immediately think of a very bad, illegal drug. Do people die from marijuana overdoses? Are the coffee houses (serving...

   May 13, 2006
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   Discussion Podcast 11, Nuclear Anxieties

   Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as www.EnglishMeeting.com ___Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com Is it fair to let countries, including Iran, develop nuclear capacity? How dangerous is this problem? Can this be the inception of a nuclear war or perhaps the release…

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   May 8, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 10, Fuel Prices

    Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as www.EnglishMeeting.com Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com Gasoline prices rise as we see oil companies make record profits. What can we do about a serious problem that people don't openly protest? How can we shift our dependency...

    May 1, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 9, Terrorism

    Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as www.EnglishMeeting.com Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com A different paradigm of warfare: Terrorism. Though this type engagement has been around for some time, it appears to be gaining popularity and effectiveness. What inspires...

    Apr 29, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 8, China as Superpower

    Play: Left click Download: Right click, save link as OR save target as Subscribe to EnglishMeeting.com China- it is not a matter of "if" it will become the next superpower, but rather "when." What are the ramifications of this inevitable force throughout the world economically, politically, and...

    Apr 18, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 7, Relationships

    www.EnglishMeeting.com Relationships are complicated, and for most of us, very necessary. Americans tend to show their passion openly while other cultures can be much more conservative. Where should we draw the line? Social gatherings where men & women meet are taboo-is it worth going to jail to...

    Apr 17, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 6, Cultural Obstacles

    www.EnglishMeeting.com Differences in culture can be a learning opportunity or a reason for prejudice. As our world gets smaller, everyone will be forced to deal with cultural variations. How difficult is it to stay open-minded? Is it too much work to adapt or do we remain with what is…

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    Apr 10, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 5, Animal Rights

    www.EnglishMeeting.com Animal Rights. What animals should we eat? Do we know how animals are treated and later killed for food? Should animals be used for clothing? Is it possible for many of us to be vegetarian? What about nature and nurture? An uncomfortable issue for an international group of...

    Apr 8, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 4, Part 1 Illegal Immigration

    A compelling discussion on a sensitive issue: illegal immigration. Why are certain ethnic groups blamed? If borders were more open, what would happen to the country? If countries didn’t have illegal immigrants working for less pay, would the country be able to survive? Where do we draw the line?...

    Apr 3, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 4, Part 2, Illegal Immigration cont.

    See description above, under "part 1" www.EnglishMeeting.com

    Apr 3, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 4, Part 3 Illegal Immigration cont.

    See description above, under "part 1" www.EnglishMeeting.com

    Apr 3, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 3, Part 1 Abortion

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    Mar 31, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 3, Part 2 Abortion continued

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    Mar 31, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 3, Part 3 Cheating-to tell or not

    www.EnglishMeeting.com Parts 1 & 2 Abortion- who's decision is it? Government? Family? Father? Woman? What happens if you make it illegal? Part 3 Cheating on your boy/girlfriend, spouse. Should there be complete honesty? Are there good reasons to keep a secret? A very intriguing rap session. A...

    Mar 31, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 2

    Stimulating discussion on gay/lesbian adoption versus foster families. We will get to the "secrets with your significant other" next podcast-promise! Esther, Omar, Katrin, Christopher, Belen, Christy, & Dave represent views from Iran, Korea, two regions of Mexico, France, & America....

    Mar 24, 2006
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    Discussion Podcast 1

    International perspectives on euthanasia/assisted suicide and whether or not it is wise to remain friends with an ex-boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse. Jessica, Esther, Christopher, Christy, & Dave represent views from Korea, Peru, France, & America. www.englishmeeting.com

    Mar 23, 2006
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    Speech Podcast 2

    This is the presentation criteria for our first speech!

    Mar 17, 2006