It's a short, feel-good tale about a lion called Christian.

 

In this episode, we'll be telling the heartwarming true story of Christian's unique journey and his special bond with his owners.

 

• London in the 1960s: Description of 1960s Chelsea as a cultural hub
• John Rendall and Ace Bourke, Australians in London
• Encounter at Harrods "Pet Kingdom": Lion cub for sale
• Lack of regulations for owning a lion in 1960s London
• Life with Christian in London: Challenges of raising a lion in a flat
• Desire to send Christian to Africa, his natural habitat
• Negotiations with the Kenyan government for Christian's entry
• Plans to introduce Christian to the wild, the challenge of a city lion
• Formation of a new lion pride with Boy and Katania
• Emotional reunion of John, Ace, and Christian in Kenya

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/christian-the-lion

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