Down to Business English: Business News to Improve your Business English show

Down to Business English: Business News to Improve your Business English

Summary: A podcast for people who use English as a Second Language (ESL) in their work environment and are trying to improve their overall language skills. In each episode, hosts Dez Morgan and Skip Montreux discuss business stories making the news around the world. Through their discussions, Skip & Dez introduce business related vocabulary and phrases, review grammar, and identify cultural differences in international business situations. An excellent way to improve listening skills and keep up with business trends.

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  • Artist: Skip Montreux & Dez Morgan | Business English Instructors
  • Copyright: 2010

Podcasts:

 D2B 022 | The Khodorkovsky Trial: Business & Politics in Russia Today | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 19:33

Skip Montreux reports on the impact the recent conviction of Mikhail Khodorkovsky might have on foreign investment in Russia. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X Keep up with the show. Follow Skip & Dez on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/skipmontreux http://www.twitter.com/dezmorgan http://www.downtobusinessenglish.com downtobusinessenglish@gmail.com

 D2B 021 | The Irish Bailout | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 9:33

Dez Morgan reports on the history behind Ireland's current financial woes and the potential impact a bailout will have on the Eurozone. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X Follow Skip & Dez on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/skipmontreux http://www.twitter.com/dezmorgan http://www.downtobusinessenglish.com downtobusinessenglish@gmail.com

 D2B 020 | Currency Wars | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 23:01

The U.S and China square off at the recent APEC & G20 meetings over the issue of Currency valuation. Dez explains where things stand today. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 019 | Agribusiness: a growing industry | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 25:00

Skip Montreux gives an overview of Agribusiness. What is it? Who are its main players? What are some of the issues the industry faces today? Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 018 | Apple vs. Google: the smartphone face off | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:00

Skip explains to Dez why Apple and Google, once allies in the tech world, are becoming more adversarial towards each other. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 014 | Oh Canada: Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 21:00

This episode was recorded while Skip was visiting his home country of Canada. He touches on some of the unique aspects of the business world in the country. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 017 | Hedge Funds: a safe investment?! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 26:00

What is a hedge fund? Are they safer than investing in a bank or mutual fund? Dez Morgan answers these questions and more. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 016 | Wheat: the mechanics of a man made crisis | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 20:26

What is behind the recent rise in wheat prices and why it is sparking a food crisis in some parts of the world. Are we facing a global food shortage? Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 015 | University Fees: the business of higher education | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 25:04

Dez reports on the current debate over raising University fees in the United Kingdom. Is getting a post-secondary education a personal right, or is it a privilege for only those who can afford it? Should universities be run like a non-profit organization, or a business? Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 013 | Gold: the ins & outs of investing | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 25:13

Dez Morgan & Skip Montreux discuss the various ways to invest in gold. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 012 | FIFA and the Business of the Beautiful Game | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 35:44

A close look at how FIFA makes money, the strategy behind ambush marketing, and the economic consequences of being a World Cup host country. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 Study Advice: Making the most of D2B | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 4:49

Skip Montreux offers some advice as to how to use Down to Business English for your English studies. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 011 | Greece: a P.I.G.S update | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 29:00

Dez Morgan gives a firsthand account of life in Greece post-bailout. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 010 | Prime Minister Hatoyama: an amazing fall from grace | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 28:30

Skip & Dez discuss what went wrong for Prime Minister Hatoyama and the Democratic Party of Japan. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine: http://bit.ly/lAA02X

 D2B 009 | Facebook: an issue of privacy | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 23:35

Skip Montreux reports on Facebook. Get your FREE sample of the Year in Review eZine:

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