Learning English Podcast - The Origins of Coffee, Rainfall in Dubai, Internet Bots

Dan Novak and Ashley Thompson host today’s Learning English show.

First up, researchers have uncovered the genetic history of coffee, revealing its roots that date back 600,000 years. John Russell shares the details.

Next, Caty Weaver reports on record rainfall in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which led to severe flooding and the temporary closure of Dubai International Airport.

Then, a cybersecurity report reveals that nearly half of the world's internet traffic is generated by bots—software programs that mimic human actions online. Bryan Lynn covers this for the LE Science and Technology Report, and later joins Ashley in the studio to discuss how to guard against potential risks posed by "bad bots."

Finally, in the LE Lesson of the Day, Andrew Smith and Jill Robbins delve into Episode 22 of the LE video series Let's Learn English, focusing on summer vacation travel language while also touching on autumn adventures.

Dan and Ashley wrap up the show.