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Further Records

Further Records

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 Further Corporate presents FURTHER RECORDS! Other English-learning podcasts sometimes don't have interesting topics. Wouldn't it be better to have stories that are meaningful as well as vocabulary practice? Welcome to Futher Records! Every episode we'll tackle a truly curious topic, and teach you vocabulary as well! We have sections aimed for basic learners (A1-A2), intermediate learners (B1-B2), and advanced learners (C1-C2). Pick any episode and have fun! Get in touch! We're on social media @furthercorporate, or send us an email at comunicacioncorporativa@furtherenglish.comCopyright 2024 Further Corporate Foreign Language Audiobooks Social Sciences World
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  • Shorts 004 - My Home

    Shorts 004 - My Home
    Nov 27 2025

    Hello, English learners, and welcome to Further Shorts.

    Let me tell you a little about my home. I live in a giant mansion on the beach. It has 10 bedrooms, a garden, and a swimming pool. I also have a butler, a maid, and an au pair.

    Just kidding! My home is much smaller. But you know what? It’s perfect for me.

    It’s a small apartment with three main spaces: a kitchen, a living room, and a bedroom. The kitchen is… tiny. But it’s modern! I love cooking but… let’s be honest, do you have the time to cook every single day? Me neither. Sometimes, ordering pizza is perfectly OK!

    The living room is my favorite place. There’s a big sofa that feels like a cloud. When I sit down to read a book, five minutes later… I’m asleep. My TV is on a small table, there’s lamp next to the sofa, and of course, my shoes are always next to the entrance. No dirt inside the house!

    My bedroom is special because of the big window. Every morning the sun shines right in. It’s lovely to wake up with the smell of fresh air and warm light on my face.

    That’s my home: small, sunny, comfortable, and with no dirt!

    Did you know that in Europe, 46 percent of people live in apartments? What kind of place is your home? Send us an email or leave us a comment! You’ll find our links in the podcast description.

    That’s all for today. Now… I think it’s time to relax on the sofa! If you want more English to talk about your home and your world, follow us at Further Corporate. See you soon!

    "Funin and Sunin" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

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    2 mins
  • Shorts 003 - How do you shop?

    Shorts 003 - How do you shop?
    Nov 20 2025

    Hello, English learners, and welcome to Further Shorts.

    Today, let’s talk about shopping.

    My relationship with shopping is simple: I like to be efficient. For example, at the supermarket, my mission is always clear. I go in with a list. This week I need one litre of milk, three loaves of bread, and two sticks of butter. Ten minutes, and I'm done. I pay with my card, get the receipt, and leave. Easy.

    But clothing stores? That’s a different world. My style is very simple: black t-shirts and blue jeans. But when I go into a store, I see hundreds of options: Silk, cotton, linen, wool? 2 for one, oversized, patterns, draping? And then the price is expensive, and the workers are always very insistent. It’s too much!

    That’s why I prefer online shopping.It's faster, it’s cheaper, and there’s no pressure. Click, click, click… and two days later, the delivery arrives at my door. No crowds, no boring music, no strange perfumes.

    Everybody loves shopping online, but did you know that e-commerce is only 20 percent of purchases worldwide?

    What about you? Do you shop more online or in person? Send us an email or leave us a comment! You’ll find our links in the podcast description.

    And that’s the end of today’s episode. No receipt needed! If you want more English for everyday life, follow us at Further Corporate. See you next time!

    Message us on instagram @furthercorporate

    Send us an email at comunicacioncorporativa@furtherenglish.com
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    2 mins
  • Records 19 - The History of the Alfajor

    Records 19 - The History of the Alfajor
    Nov 11 2025
    This is the Argentine sweet by excellence. Countless desserts, afternoon teas, and quick breakfasts have been supported by this confection which is as symbolic of the country as the flag itself.Two soft cookies sandwiching a generous dollop of dulce de leche, covered in chocolate, that is the quintessential presentation of the world-famous alfajor. But, it didn’t always have that characteristic shape.Welcome to Further Records, I’m your host, Forest. Grab a sweet treat and check out our extra material on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube!It all started over 1000 years ago. Around the year 700, Arabic conquerors reached the coast of Spain, and of course they took their delicious recipes. One of these dishes was called al-hasú. It was a paste made of almond, honey, and other nuts, in the shape of a tube, similar to a toffee (if you know Mantecol, it looks like that!).“But wait,” you may be saying, “there’s no cookies or dulce de leche in that recipe!”. You would be correct! Over the course of many many years, the al-hasú evolved. The paste was placed between two wafers so that it could be easily transported on Spanish ships. Those sweet sandwiches reached the shores of America during the Spanish colonisation.Thanks to this, the al-hasú reached Argentina. If you remember our previous episodes, you’ll know that during colonial times, our famous dulce de leche was invented. If you know a little about Argentine history, you’ll know that it happened very shortly after the wars of independence. After decades of battles, tragedy, and hardship, the government of the newly created Argentine Republic was ready to create the first Constitution in 1853.Why is this important? Isn’t this an alfajor episode? Well, you see, the creation of the Constitution was happening in the province of Santa Fe. Not all of the representatives were from that province, and some of them had to rent rooms to sleep in. Some of the rooms were on top floors, located above the now legendary Merengo sweets shop.It’s unclear exactly how it happened, but in this shop worked the Piedrabuena sisters, creating all kinds of sweets and pastries. That was the birthplace of the alfajor we know and love today. The traditional Santafesine alfajor was created with dulce de leche between two flakey cookies, covered in meringue.The Argentine politicians were delighted with this new treat, and many of them took several boxes back home. The rest is history. Immediately, the alfajor became immensely popular and began to be produced in cities all across the country!At this point, the story becomes somewhat unclear. However, we know that the company Havanna was created in the 1940’s, and Balcarce was founded in the 1950’s. The two most important factories in Mar del Plata were the ones who popularised the modern alfajor: Soft cookies, a layer of dulce de leche, and chocolate covering.Since then, the basic alfajor hasn’t changed much. Traditional flavours include dulce de leche, fruit jams, and mousse. Alfajores may be covered in white or dark chocolate, or meringue, or sometimes not at all! Maicena alfajores famously include cookies made from corn starch, no coating, and coconut shavings on the edges.Alfajores come in many different shapes, sizes, colors, coatings and fillings! In recent years, the cultural significance of Mar del Plata, a beach city, has been celebrated with new “sea salt alfajores”. Other new flavours include spicy alfajores, and the luxurious Dubai flavor, which includes a modern pistachio filling.Still, these sweet treats need no innovation. After all, 6 million of them are sold every day! They’re a wonderful companion for any time of the day, and truly, how can it not be? The rich cultural importance only makes it more delicious. Have you tried alfajores? Which flavour is your favourite?Thank you for listening to Further Records. Remember our other resources! We have tips on YouTube, funny videos on TikTok, and extra learning material on Instagram! In this podcast, we used the following phrases:Confection: This is a more formal word for a sweet food or candy.Quintessential: This adjective means "the most typical or classic example of something." For example, "A black leather jacket is the quintessential rockstar look."Toffee: A hard, chewy candy made from sugar or molasses and butter.Wafer: A thin, light, crisp cookie.Shores: This is a more poetic or formal word for the land along the edge of a sea, the coast!Hardship: This noun refers to severe suffering or difficulty.Now legendary: The use of "now" here shows that the place became famous over time. It's a way to add extra detail to the description.Keep boosting your English journey with us! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Comments? Questions? Concerns? Send us an email! We’d love to hear from you. See you next time!Music & SFX:"Cumbia No Frills" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)"Desert City" Kevin MacLeod (...
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