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The podcast begins with a casual introduction by Mr. Duncan, who then welcomes Mr. Steve to the live stream. The main focus is on learning English, with Mr. Duncan introducing the word 'malign' and discussing its various uses. Later, the podcast takes a humorous turn with Mr. Steve and Mr. Duncan sharing Christmas jokes and engaging with the live chat.

Introduction

• 00:03:35 Mr. Duncan, an English teacher, expresses his fondness for live streaming, comparing it to the comfort of old slippers. He welcomes viewers to his live stream from England, the birthplace of the English language.

December Arrival

• 00:05:17 Mr. Duncan marks the arrival of December and a new month with a celebratory "Pinch, pinch." He introduces himself and the podcast's purpose: teaching the English language.

Manliness and Shaving

• 00:06:09 Mr. Duncan addresses doubts about his manliness, declaring himself 100% man, evidenced by his double shaving routine. He assures viewers of his masculinity and expresses gratitude for their concern.

Christmas Preparation

• 00:06:46 Mr. Duncan mentions the early arrival of December and the absence of Christmas decorations in his studio. He shares his plans to add festive decorations in the following weeks.

Thanksgiving Greetings

• 00:07:13 Mr. Duncan acknowledges viewers in the United States celebrating Thanksgiving, wishing them a happy public holiday.

Teaching Experience

• 00:07:39 Mr. Duncan emphasizes his passion for teaching English, noting his 18 years of experience and urging viewers to incorporate English into their daily lives.

Mr. Steve's Arrival

• 00:08:31 Mr. Duncan anticipates the arrival of Mr. Steve in 20 minutes, sharing that he has been unwell but is recovering. He expresses gratitude for viewers' well wishes and thanks them for their participation in the live chat.

Live Chat Interaction

• 00:09:58 Mr. Duncan interacts with viewers in the live chat, greeting them by name and acknowledging their location. He is surprised to see Vytas as the first participant and congratulates Beatriz for being second.

Beginning of Winter

• 00:11:06 Mr. Duncan announces the start of meteorological winter on December 1st, but expresses his excitement for the approaching Christmas season and a year in review.

Recent Curry Night

• 00:12:31 Mr. Duncan reveals his recent late-night curry outing with friends Brent and Sonia, sharing details of the experience and extending greetings to them.

Christmas Card

• 00:13:08 Mr. Duncan shares that Sonia, his friend, wrote a Christmas card specifically for him and Mr. Steve, expressing his amusement at the card's contents.

Discussion Topic

• 00:14:16 Mr. Duncan announces that the discussion for the day will revolve around "things that go wrong" in life, connecting it to various words and phrases.

Travel Photographs

• 00:15:44 Mr. Duncan shares his fondness for travel photographs, particularly those from Italy, finding it strange to see pictures of the Colosseum covered in snow.

Word: Malign

• 00:19:35 Mr. Duncan introduces the word 'malign', discussing its use as a verb and an adjective. He explains the meaning of 'malign' as speaking harmful untruths about someone, potentially causing damage to their reputation.

Idols and Icons

• 01:01:18 Mr. Duncan poses a question to both Mr. Steve and the live chat about idols, exploring the evolution of the word from its traditional meaning to its modern use. He highlights the various types of idols, including famous celebrities, religious figures, and historical icons.

Christmas Card Joke

• 01:17:52 Mr. Duncan reveals a Christmas card received from Sonia with a humorous drawing of reindeer, leading to a discussion about corny jokes and the importance of embracing the festive season.

Things Going Wrong

• 01:40:37 Mr. Duncan introduces the main topic of the podcast, focusing on "things that go wrong" in life. He begins by referencing a quote from Robert Burns: "The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry," explaining the concept of things not going according to plan.

Murphy's Law

• 01:46:38 Mr. Duncan mentions Murphy's Law, a folk law that states if something could go wrong, it will go wrong. He emphasizes the concept of unexpected events, even with careful planning.

Expressing Problems

• 01:50:21 Mr. Duncan introduces various words and phrases used to express problems or difficulties in life, including 'problem', 'difficulty', 'snag', 'hold-up', and 'glitch'. He provides examples of each term to illustrate their meaning and usage.

Planning and Failure

• 01:57:12 Mr. Duncan delves into the concept of plans falling through, explaining the phrase as an event that was planned but will not go ahead due to unforeseen circumstances. He introduces several words and phrases related to cancellation, including 'cancel', 'call off', 'abandon', 'abort', and 'withdraw.'

Conclusion

• 02:03:15 Mr. Duncan and Mr. Steve conclude the podcast, expressing gratitude to viewers for their participation and thanking them for their support. Mr. Duncan reiterates his live stream schedule and encourages viewers to stay happy and safe.