English Plus Podcast

What is your most vivid childhood memory? The story of your first love? The moment you achieved a great success? What if I told you that memory might be wrong? This week, in our series finale, we tackle the most personal biases of all—the ones that live inside our own heads. We'll discover how easily false memories can be planted, why we only remember the best and worst moments of a vacation, and how you might be accidentally stealing ideas. Prepare to question everything you think you know about your past. To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/english-plus/id1459817244] or Patreon [https://patreon.com/dannyballan]. And don’t forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com [https://englishpluspodcast.com/] for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop [https://www.patreon.com/c/dannyballan/shop]!

Why do we instantly judge a stranger based on their clothes? Why do good people sometimes stand by and do nothing in a group? Human beings are social animals, but our social instincts can lead us down dangerous paths. This week, we enter the complex world of social psychology to explore the biases that govern our group behavior. We’ll tackle stereotypes, peer pressure, and why we often blame the victim. Get ready to rethink your social world. To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/english-plus/id1459817244] or Patreon [https://patreon.com/dannyballan]. And don’t forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com [https://englishpluspodcast.com/] for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop [https://www.patreon.com/c/dannyballan/shop]!

Think back to the person you were five or ten years ago. Are your priorities the same? In this episode, we're diving deep into the evolution of our core values. We'll explore the monumental life events—the heartbreaks, the triumphs, the quiet awakenings—that act as earthquakes for the soul, completely reshaping what we believe in. This isn't about finding the "right" answers, but about honoring the journey and the different versions of ourselves we've been along the way. Get ready for a conversation that will have you reflecting on your own life's most pivotal moments. To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/english-plus/id1459817244] or Patreon [https://patreon.com/dannyballan]. And don’t forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com [https://englishpluspodcast.com/] for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop [https://www.patreon.com/c/dannyballan/shop]!

How well do you truly know yourself? Are you a great driver? A fantastic singer? A natural leader? This week, we explore the biases that distort the most important image of all: the one we have of ourselves. We'll find out why some people are blind to their own weaknesses, why experts struggle to teach beginners, and why we all fall for the vague flattery of horoscopes. It's time for a reality check! To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/english-plus/id1459817244] or Patreon [https://patreon.com/dannyballan]. And don’t forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com [https://englishpluspodcast.com/] for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop [https://www.patreon.com/c/dannyballan/shop]!

If all your cells are replaced every seven years, are you the same person? If you lost your memories, would you still be you? In this episode, we're tackling the big, brain-bending question of personal identity. We'll journey from the ancient Ship of Theseus paradox to the idea that you are a story you tell yourself. This isn't a dry philosophy lecture; it's a fun, fascinating, and sometimes startling exploration into the very core of your being. Get ready to question everything you thought you knew about who you are. To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/english-plus/id1459817244] or Patreon [https://patreon.com/dannyballan]. And don’t forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com [https://englishpluspodcast.com/] for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop [https://www.patreon.com/c/dannyballan/shop]!