Spotlight English

A New Life for Gangs

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at the work of Father Gregory Boyle. He works in the most dangerous parts of Los Angeles sharing an important message with gangs there.

Harriet Tubman - From Slave to Hero

Liz Waid and Adam Navis tell the story of Harriet Tubman and her fight for freedom. She is famous for working to end slavery in the United States.

Lightning and Electricity

Anne Muir and Colin Lowther look at Benjamin Franklin and his discoveries about lightning. They also look at other evidence that gives us information about lightning.

Words, More Words

Ruby Jones and Mike Procter look at the history and development of the most important English dictionary - the Oxford English Dictionary.

All About Milk

People have drunk milk for thousands of years, but is it good for you? Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the history and healthiness of milk.

Matt Stutzman - The Archer with No Arms

How could someone shoot an arrow, without any arms? Colin Lowther and Robin Basselin tell Matt Stutzman’s story.

The Forgiveness Project

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin tell about an organization that collects and shares stories of forgiveness. They encourage people to live better lives through forgiveness.

The Giving Driver

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo tell the story of Bai Fang Li. He gave everything he had to support the education of poor children.

Mozart - Child of Music

Colin Lowther and Liz Waid look at the life of one of the world’s most famous musical writers – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Words, Words, Words

Mike Procter and Ruby Jones share the story of Ammon Shea, and his experience reading one of the longest books in the world - the Oxford English Dictionary.

Warrior Slaves

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at warriors in the past - gladiators. They fought for sport, to win glory and save their own lives.

Wesley Korir - Running for God and Kenya

From maintenance man, to marathon runner, to politician: Spotlight looks at the life of Wesley Korir.

Ways to Think About Autism

Liz Waid and Bruce Gulland look at the condition of autism. This condition affects a person’s brain. But how do people think about this condition?

Leonardos Famous Paintings

Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid look at two very famous paintings - the Mona Lisa, and the Last Supper. They investigate the mysteries and controversies surrounding these works.

Lego: Play Well

Liz Waid and Luke Haley look at the story of how a small business became the second biggest toy company in the world. https://spotlightenglish.com/uncategorized/lego-play-well/ Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-android Download our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-apple Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradio Are you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world...

Nick Vujicic - No Arms or Legs

Spotlight tells about the work of a man born with no arms and no legs. He shares what gives him hope.

The Rich President

José Mujica is the president of Uruguay – but he lives like a simple farmer. Why does he choose to live this way? Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at the man some people call “The World’s Poorest President.” Why does he call himself rich?

High Speed Trains

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at one transportation of the future. Can high-speed trains make transportation easier, safer and faster?

Benda Bilili

Age is just a Number

What will you do when you are old? Spotlight tells about very old people doing very amazing things!

The Titanic

Liz Waid and Adam Navis look at the Titanic, the biggest, finest ship of its time. Many people thought it was unsinkable, but they were wrong.

Perpetua - A Woman of Faith

Joshua Leo and Ruby Jones tell the story of a young woman from North Africa. Her name was Perpetua. She lived almost 2,000 years ago. But people still talk about her life today.

The Man with the Golden Arm

Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid look at the life-saving medicine Anti-D. This medicine comes from people like James Harrison and his special blood.

What the World Eats

Dave Bast and Liz Waid look at the book "Hungry Planet: What the World Eats". This book shows the different ways people prepare and eat food around the world.

Richard III - The Crooked King

How could a king disappear for hundreds of years? Katy Blake and Mike Procter share the story of Richard III.

Dan Eley - Hope After and Accident

Nick Page and Liz Waid tell Dan Eley's story. After a terrible accident, he could not walk. Now, he is building a new life.

The Story of Paper

Christy VanArragon and Joshua Leo look at the history and future of paper - one of the most important materials in history.

Teenage Behavior

Robin Basselin and Joshua Leo discuss a question many people ask themselves - why do teenagers behave that way?

Writing For His Country

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid share the stories of Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa. His writing and ideas have been controversial, but he has made a big difference in his country.

Board Games

Roger Basick and Liz Waid look at the history of board games, and why this kind of game is becoming more popular today. Can these games bring people together?