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Episode 106: Chile's Momentous Vote for A New Constitution

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Episode 106: Chile's Momentous Vote for A New Constitution

As we approach the one year anniversary of Chile’s social uprising that occurred last October following massive protests and military intervention, tensions are rising again in anticipation of the upcoming constitutional referendum vote in which Chileans will vote to determine if and how a new constitution will be drafted.

This vote will be the first of many steps towards change for current and future generations alike moving forward in a country that has experienced so much politically and socially in the last half-century.

Tune into today’s episode as we reflect on the social uprising, discuss the referendum details, and ponder the future of Chile.

Read the full transcript here as well as a key vocabulary guide: https://www.dynamicenglish.cl/coffee-with-gringos-podcast-clases-particulares-de-ingles/episode-106-chiles-vote-for-a-new-constitution

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Episode 82: We Talk Capitalism with Special Guest, Daniel Pennington

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Episode 82: We Talk Capitalism with Special Guest, Daniel Pennington

Capitalism is considered one of the most effective and widely adopted economic systems on the planet. But what happens to a government and its citizens when it gets out of control? On today’s episode, we'‘re joined by special guest, Daniel Pennington, to discuss the effects of capitalism in Chile and the US and what might happen moving forward.

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