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Here are a few notable occurrences that happened on December 28th: 1832: John C. Calhoun became the first Vice President of the United States to resign, stepping down over differences with President Andrew Jackson. 1846: Iowa became the 29th state to be admitted to the United States. 1895: The Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis Lumière, held the first public screening of films in Paris, marking t...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack talk about how they get into the holiday spirit each year. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack You're listening to the A-Z English podcast. 00:00:14 Jack Welcome to the A-Z English podcast. My name is Jack and I'm here with my co-host social. And today we're going to do a short discussion. 00:00:23 Jack On a topic and the question i...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 27: 537: The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, was inaugurated by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. 1703: The Great Storm of 1703, one of the most severe storms in the history of the British Isles, made landfall. The storm lasted until December 28, causing significant damage and loss of life. 1831: Charles Darwin set sail on the HMS Beagle, be...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 26th: 1776: American Revolutionary War: The Battle of Trenton took place, where George Washington's army successfully crossed the icy Delaware River to launch a surprise attack on the Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey. 1862: American Civil War: The Battle of Chickasaw Bayou began during the Union's attempt to capture Vicksburg,...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack share their lists of items they need when they are traveling. What items make your trip more comfortable when you travel? Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack You're listening to the A-Z English podcast. 00:00:14 Jack Welcome to the agency English podcast. My name is Jack, and today I'm here with my co-host, Social and social. What are y...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 25th: 336: The first recorded celebration of Christmas on December 25th took place during the time of the Roman Emperor Constantine. 800: Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was crowned Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire by Pope Leo III on Christmas Day. 1066: William the Conqueror was crowned King of England in Westminster Abbey on...

Dear Xochitl and Jack, I hope this email finds you ASAP. I find myself in a bit of a sticky situation, and I'm desperately seeking your wisdom to get me through this unexpected conundrum. So, I'm currently on a Christmas date with my incredible boyfriend at this insanely fancy restaurant. The ambiance is magical, and he just surprised me with an unbelievably expensive Christmas present. I&...

In this episode of Jack & 'Chill, the two answer some Christmas related "this one" or "that one" questions. Then they talk about some annoying holiday traditions. After that, they discuss The Grinch. Finally, they share what makes their hearts grow three sizes. Transcript: 00:00:00 Xochitl You are listening to the Jack and Chill podcast alright, Jack. For this episode of Ja...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 24th: 1814: The Treaty of Ghent was signed, officially ending the War of 1812 between the United States and the United Kingdom. 1865: Several Confederate veterans formed the Ku Klux Klan in Pulaski, Tennessee. 1906: Canadian physicist Reginald Fessenden became the first person to broadcast music and entertainment by radio. 1968: The Apollo...

Here are a few notable historical events that happened on December 23: 1783: George Washington resigned as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army to the Congress of the Confederation, then meeting in the Maryland State House in Annapolis, Maryland. 1913: The Federal Reserve System, the central banking system of the United States, was created with the signing of the Federal Reserve Act by Presi...

Here are some major historical events that occurred on December 22: 1807: The Embargo Act, which aimed to force Britain and France to respect American trading rights during the Napoleonic Wars, was signed into law by U.S. President Thomas Jefferson. 1851: The first YMCA (Young Men's Christian Association) in North America was established in Montreal, Canada. 1885: Ito Hirobumi, a Japanese stat...

Idioms: Ring in the New Year: Meaning: To celebrate the start of the new year. Deck the Halls: Meaning: To decorate for a festive occasion. Christmas Came Early: Meaning: Something good happened unexpectedly or ahead of schedule. Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/the-a-to-z-english-podcast-more-christmas-idioms/ Social Media: WeChat: atozenglishpodcast Facebook Group:  https://www.fa...

 Here are some historical world events that occurred on December 21: 1620: The Mayflower Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts. 1872: The HMS Challenger expedition, a scientific exploration of the world's oceans, began. 1913: The first crossword puzzle was published in the New York World newspaper. 1937: Walt Disney's animated movie "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" premi...

Dear Jack and Xochitl, I hope this letter finds you in good spirits during this festive season. I find myself in a bit of a Christmas conundrum and would appreciate your advice. Every year, my extended family gathers for a grand Christmas celebration, and it's always a joyful time. However, there's a growing issue that has me feeling torn. My sister-in-law insists on hosting the holiday di...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 20th: 1803: The United States formally took possession of the Louisiana Territory from France in a ceremony known as the Three Flags Day. 1860: South Carolina became the first state to secede from the United States. 1946: The Christmas classic film "It's a Wonderful Life," directed by Frank Capra and starring James Stewart, prem...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss their favorite Christmas movies. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack You're listening to the A-Z English podcast. 00:00:13 Jack Welcome to the A-Z English podcast. My name is Jack and I'm here with my co-host social. And today we are going to do another quick talk episode. 00:00:23 Jack And today's discussion is what's y...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 19th: 1732: Benjamin Franklin first published "Poor Richard's Almanack" under the pseudonym Richard Saunders. 1777: George Washington's Continental Army went into winter quarters at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, during the American Revolutionary War. 1843: Charles Dickens' classic holiday story, "A Christmas Carol,&#34...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss the following Christmas-related Would you rather question: Would you rather get a tour of Santa's workshop or take a ride on Santa's sleigh? Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack You're listening to the A-Z English podcast. 00:00:13 Jack Welcome to the A-Z English podcast. My name is Jack and I'm here with my co-host socia...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 18th: 1620: The Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts, with Pilgrims aboard. 1787: New Jersey became the third state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. 1865: The 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, abolishing slavery. 1912: The Piltdown Man, later discovered to be a hoax, was announced by Charles Dawson,...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss three commonly used Christmas holiday idioms: Ring in the New Year: Meaning: To celebrate the start of the new year. Christmas Came Early: Meaning: Something good happened unexpectedly or ahead of schedule. Deck the Halls: Meaning: To decorate for a festive occasion. Podcast Website: https://atozenglishpodcast.com/the-a-to-z-e...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 17th: 1777: France formally recognized the United States as an independent nation. 1903: Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first successful powered airplane flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. 1938: Otto Hahn discovered nuclear fission, a significant breakthrough in understanding the structure of the atom. 1975: Lynette "Squeaky"...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack discuss their favorite Christmas traditions. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack You're listening to the A-Z English podcast. 00:00:14 Jack Welcome to the A to Z English podcast. My name is Jack and I am here with my co-host social. And today we are going to do a quick talk episode where we just discuss a topic. And today's question is...

Here are some historical events that happened on December 16: 1773: The Boston Tea Party took place, where American colonists, disguised as Mohawk Indians, dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor to protest against the Tea Act. 1777: The United States celebrated its first national Thanksgiving Day. 1838: The Battle of Blood River took place in South Africa between the Zulu nation and Voortrekk...

In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack, Salimeh, and May talk about superstitions from their countries: USA, Iran, and Malaysia. Transcript: 00:00:00 Jack You're listening to the A-Z English podcast. 00:00:14 Jack Welcome to the Ages English podcast. My name is Jack and today I'm with my good friends saleme and may. 00:00:22 Jack And today I want to do a quick talk episode whe...

Here are some historical events that occurred on December 15: 1791: The United States Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, was ratified. 1890: Hunkpapa Lakota leader Sitting Bull was killed by Indian agency police on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. 1939: The film "Gone with the Wind" had its world premiere in Atlanta, Georgia. 1944: The Battle of the Bul...