EP343 Coins and Money | Daily Life

In this EnglishPod episode, Marco and Catherine delve into the topic of money, specifically focusing on coins in the United States and British currency. They begin by dissecting the phrase "break the piggy bank" and explaining the difference between bills and coins. The hosts then describe U.S. coins—quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies—detailing their values and the historical figures they depict. Transitioning to British currency, they explain the concept of pounds and pence, including the slang term "quid." Finally, they discuss the verb "change" in the context of exchanging money and touch on the history and figures represented on American bills, as well as the state quarters series.