Down to Business English
Skip Montreux, Dez Morgan & Samantha Vega | Business English Instructors
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Promotional Spot: Do you understand?
Down to Business English
03/09/10 • 2 min
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average & Dow Theory
Down to Business English
07/24/24 • 24 min
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) remains a vital benchmark for U.S. economic performance, despite being established in 1896. Today, the DJIA and Dow Theory continue to provide investors with valuable insights into market trends.
Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan explore the history and significance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, often referred to simply as the Dow. They discuss its origins, evolution, and current relevance in the financial world. The conversation also introduces Dow Theory, a set of principles developed by Charles Dow to analyze market trends, highlighting its continued importance in modern investing.
Listeners looking to enhance their business English, Skip and Dez's conversation is a great learning resource. Key points include:
- The historical background of the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
- The evolution of the Dow, from the original 12 stocks to the current 30 components.
- An introduction to Dow Theory, including its six tenets and their application in market analysis.
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The Global Driver Dilemma (Public Announcement)
Down to Business English
01/18/24 • 7 min
The global trucking industry is currently facing a significant challenge with a growing shortage of professional drivers. This situation extends beyond individual countries, impacting global commerce and logistics. As this crisis deepens, its effects on supply chains and the broader world economy are becoming more pronounced.
In this episode of Down to Business English, Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega discuss the complex factors contributing to this shortage. They report on the International Road Transport Union's 2023 driver shortage report, which uncovered demographic changes and lifestyle preferences affecting the recruitment of new drivers.
From this episode, listeners will learn about the challenges leading to the global shortage of professional drivers and the potential impact this will have on international supply chains and economies.
Join Skip and Samantha and learn the answers to these questions:
- What are the key factors contributing to the global shortage of professional drivers?
- How does this driver shortage impact international supply chains and the global economy?
- What are the potential solutions or strategies being considered to address the shortage of professional drivers?
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Russian Gas Exports to Europe
Down to Business English
02/17/24 • 21 min
In a time when geopolitical tensions play a crucial role in shaping global economics, this episode of Down to Business English is very pertinent. Join co-hosts Dez Morgan and Skip Montreux as they explore the intricate dynamics of Russian gas exports to Europe. This discussion offers insights into current events while providing an opportunity to enhance your business English vocabulary and listening comprehension skills. Perfect for anyone eager to understand the complexities of international trade and energy dependency while improving their English proficiency.
Dez and Skip discuss the complex issue of Russian gas exports to Europe, a topic central to current geopolitical and economic debates. They examine Europe's reliance on Russian gas and its impact on both politics and the economy, focusing on European strategies to reduce this dependency.
Listeners aiming to enhance their business English will find Skip and Dez’s discussion particularly useful. In this episode they discuss:
- The consequences of European countries reliance on Russian gas.
- The creative measures taken to circumvent current challenges in energy supply.
- The strategic importance of weaning off dependency on a single energy source for achieving autonomy in energy policy and security.
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Nvidia - The Journey from Video Games to AI Dominance
Down to Business English
09/07/23 • 28 min
Nvidia, a name synonymous with cutting-edge technology, has a compelling story that spans from its early focus on gaming graphics to its current role as a leader in artificial intelligence.
In this episode of Down to Business English, Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega take you through the company's fascinating history, groundbreaking technologies, and its meteoric rise in the tech industry. You'll learn about the company's unique naming story, its game-changing technologies like GPUs and CUDA, and its strategic moves that have made it a trillion-dollar enterprise.
Join Skip and Samantha and learn the answers to these questions:
- Who are the key figures behind Nvidia's founding, and what motivated them to start Nvidia?
- What is the story behind Nvidia's unique name?
- How did Nvidia transition from a company focused on gaming graphics to become the dominant player in the field of artificial intelligence?
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The GameStop Short Squeeze
Down to Business English
03/24/21 • 6 min
Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega talk about the recent short squeeze of GameStop stock that cost institutional investors billions of dollars in losses.
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The Wide World of Sports Betting in the USA
Down to Business English
04/05/24 • 20 min
Learn how sports betting went from being a national concern to a booming industry in the USA, all while picking up sports-related idioms and expressions that cross over into business English.
Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega look at the world of sports betting in the USA. From the 1919 World Series scandal to the monumental shift in 2018 when sports betting became legal in many states, they cover the evolution of this billion-dollar industry. Along the way, they explore the crossover of sports idioms into business English, enriching listeners' business vocabulary.
Listeners looking to enhance their business English, Skip and Samantha’s conversation is a great learning resource. Key points include:
- The historical backdrop of sports betting in the US.
- How the internet revolutionized sports betting.
- The role of fantasy sports in normalizing betting behaviors.
- Sports and gambling expressions that are commonly used in business English.
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Dr. Copper: How Copper Prices Reflect Global Economic Health
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07/06/24 • 8 min
Copper — a critical industrial metal — holds the intriguing title of "Dr. Copper" for its ability to diagnose the health of the global economy. In this episode, we delve into how copper prices act as an economic barometer and explore the factors influencing its market trends.
Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan discuss the concept of "Dr. Copper," examining how the price of copper is used to predict global economic health and explain why copper is a unique economic indicator. Their conversation touches on historical and current market trends, the influence of supply and demand, and the implications for future economic conditions.
Listeners looking to enhance their business English, Skip and Dez's conversation is a great learning resource. Key points include:
- The role of copper in various industries and its widespread industrial uses.
- How the price of copper reflects global economic trends.
- Historical examples of copper price movements and their economic impacts.
- The influence of the green economy on copper demand and price.
- The limitations of using copper prices as a sole economic indicator.
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Turbulent Skies: The Shifting Winds of Air Freight and Cargo
Down to Business English
03/09/24 • 20 min
The Air Cargo and Freight industry has faced many challenges over the past few years. The COVID-19 pandemic, increasing operational costs, and fluctuating customer demand have all been issues the industry has had to deal with. In this episode of Down to Business English we look at all of these factors. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of global trade dynamics while improving their business English skills.
Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega examine the state of the air cargo and freight industry. Their discussion offers an insightful look into the sector's response to unprecedented times, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the surge in e-commerce, and the evolving needs of global supply chains.
For those looking to enhance their business English, Skip and Samantha’s conversation provides a rich source of learning. Topics they discuss include:
- The distinction between air freight and air cargo, and the specific terms used within the logistics industry.
- The dramatic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on air transport and how it altered global supply chains.
- The role of e-commerce growth in increasing demand for air freight services.
- Strategies airlines have adopted to convert passenger planes to cargo carriers, including the financial and operational implications..
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FAQ
How many episodes does Down to Business English have?
Down to Business English currently has 219 episodes available.
What topics does Down to Business English cover?
The podcast is about Ielts, Esl, Language Learning, Learning English, Podcasts, Education, Business English and Efl.
What is the most popular episode on Down to Business English?
The episode title 'Promotional Spot: Do you understand?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Down to Business English?
The average episode length on Down to Business English is 19 minutes.
How often are episodes of Down to Business English released?
Episodes of Down to Business English are typically released every 10 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of Down to Business English?
The first episode of Down to Business English was released on Mar 9, 2010.
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