Shadowing Practice: NT Wright on Jordan Peterson: "I have never met him, but..." - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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My wife and I read his book on the 12 rules of life and we both much enjoyed it.
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My wife and I read his book on the 12 rules of life and we both much enjoyed it.
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Although it is a rambling book.
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He states these rules and then goes all around the houses with all sorts of anecdotes
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and highways and byways and then finally you come back,
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oh that's what this chapter was about, I nearly forgotten.
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At the same time there's a lot of partly homespun almost
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folk wisdom in the face of some of the follies of late modernity
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and I think one of the reasons he's so popular is
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that he actually dares to say
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that the emperor has no clothes with some of the sillier things
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that in the postmodern world some people are taking for granted.
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What one can broadly call a kind of postmodern liberal left has tipped over into forms of tyranny.
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If they say oh that's because people are so hurt
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and upset by the traditional things Jordan Peterson would say come
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on get used to it this is a tough world and he would fight against that as I would.
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The fact of him doing the emperor has no clothes stuff is very welcome and people have welcomed it.
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The danger with that is that it can become a bit of a bandwagon
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and people who then want to push back
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and say too bad for all that political correctness we're going to go back to an old macho chauvinistic world.
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I suspect that he probably doesn't like being typecast in
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that way because I think there's much more going on there and he clearly is on a journey and questioning.
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He and I have not met we have not talked
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but my sense is that he's made a career out of coming from the far central northwest of Canada,
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way away from the big cities,
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coming to the big city,
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looking around, rather like Martin Luther going to Rome saying,
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is this what it's all about?
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Now, come on, can we have some common sense here?
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That's a very healthy way of approaching things.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will delve into a video featuring NT Wright discussing the impact of Jordan Peterson’s philosophies. The dialogue includes various themes, such as societal norms, traditional values, and critical thinking. Through this practice, you will enhance your English speaking practice by focusing on articulation, intonation, and comprehension of nuanced ideas. You'll engage in shadowspeak, allowing you to mirror the speaker's style, which is crucial for improving your English pronunciation.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Rambling - Speaking or writing in a confused or aimless way.
  • Anecdotes - Short, amusing personal stories that illustrate a point.
  • Postmodern - Related to a movement in literature and art reacting against traditional forms.
  • Tyrrany - Cruel and oppressive government or rule.
  • Macho - Exhibiting aggressive pride in one’s masculinity; relates to traditional male behaviors.
  • Common sense - Sound practical judgment that is independent of specialized knowledge.
  • Journey - A metaphorical term for personal development and exploration of ideas.

Practice Tips

To maximize the benefits of this lesson, employ the shadowing technique. Listen closely to NT Wright's tone and pacing. He speaks thoughtfully, which gives you the opportunity to mimic not only the words but the emotional weight behind them. Here are some specific tips:

  • Slow it down: Initially slow down the playback speed. This will help you catch the nuances of his speech.
  • Repeat in phrases: Break down the sentences into smaller phrases. First, listen to a phrase, then pause and repeat it. This technique is essential in refining your English pronunciation.
  • Focus on emotion: Pay attention to the emphasis he places on certain words. When you replicate the emotional tone of his arguments, your speech becomes more engaging.
  • Practice aloud: Read his quotes from the transcript out loud several times. This method will enhance your fluency and confidence in articulating complex ideas.

By integrating these strategies into your practice sessions, you will not only improve your speaking skills through shadow speak but also develop a deeper understanding of rich, philosophical discussions, making your learning experience both educational and enjoyable.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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