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Rugby Podcast with a gallic twist (Warning: Strong French Accent from Veronique ;-) about the latest news about French Rugby; TOP 14, ProD2, the 6 Nations & European Rugby, and the world of Rugby. We also have a chat with a Rugby guest occasionally. Subscribe now to French Rugby Connections Podcast and don't miss out!
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Are you planning to visit, France, Belgium, Switzerland or another country where they speak French? Do you need French for a bilingual position? Maybe you’ve been meaning to start learning this beautiful language for years. You’ve been dreaming about being able to pronounce French properly and with a good French accent. Practice with Fluency Fix. About Fluency Fix: Fluency Fix gives you regular, on-demand speaking practice in foreign languages. Try some interactive conversation practice sess ...
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The French Connection

French Brutus

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In this podcast we are trying to educate ourselves about sex while making it way less pressuring and scary. I'm Quentin, also known as Frenchbrutus. I will be trying to help you, the listeners, fix sexual situations you need help with between a certain amount of rambling and getting sidetracked. I'm excited to have you here and can't wait to share those gym sessions, car rides, grocery shopping, sneaky listen at the office with you. Get comfortable, this is a safe place for women and men. Ho ...
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Welcome to “Hack That Accent,” your ultimate guide to mastering accents from around the world, hosted by linguist Melanie Fox, the acclaimed “Speech Fox.” Whether you’re an actor seeking an authentic dialect (dialect coaching) or a professional aiming for clearer communication (accent reduction), this podcast offers a scientific and nonjudgmental approach to accent learning and modification. Each episode features insights from native speakers, successful actors, and/or industry experts, prov ...
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Le Rendezvous is a weekly podcast hosted by Garance Doré. Garance shares her life experiences as well as her thoughts and observations about everyday life. Her point of view, her French accent, make this a witty and insightful, special moment in the week. Le Rendezvous is like having a coffee with your best friend.
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Reading Room Ruffians

Carla Long, Mallory Parsons, Ariel Rebstock, and Zac Long

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A podcast for the Jackson County Public Library in Ripley, WV. Keep up to date with the library events, librarian thoughts, and a splash of guests for taste.
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Oh, Hello: the P'dcast

Gil Faizon, George St. Geegland

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She was the People’s Princess and they were two men who hung out at Duane Reade. But now worlds have collided. From the stars of “Oh Hello, on Broadway” and the video taped version of “Oh, Hello on Broadway” comes a podcast on the life and death of Princess Diana. It's also a podcast on the life and loves of George St. Geegland (Oh, Hello on Broadway, TED Talk Submission) and Charmed I’m Sure Gil Faizon (Oh, Hello on Broadway, Nestle commercial web-only, can do French accent).
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Distance NERDing

Time For Tacos Media

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You’re listening to Distance NERDing! And we’re here to NERD together. We’re talking ANYTHING pop-culture, movies, music, food, wrestling… WHATEVER you’re NERDing out on, we want to talk about it! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/distance-nerding/support
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Brought to you by KeRapido.com, my website. Every Wednesday, you get a new step-by-step Spanish lesson. My aim is to help you improve your speaking and listening quickly. I focus on what’s going to make the biggest difference to your fluency. With these Spanish audio lessons you’ll develop your conversation skills, expand your vocabulary, master the verbs, and get a great accent. Don’t miss this podcast if you’re preparing for a Spanish exam: Advanced Placement (AP Spanish Language and Cultu ...
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How many English accents are there in the world? Let me guess; you're thinking American, British, Australian, or Canadian? And what about grammar and vocabulary? Does it change in each country you visit? Let me introduce myself: my name is Kimberley Law, and I've created this podcast for people to continue learning English by being exposed to multiple accents in real-life conversations.
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The only Gen Z podcast worth listening to. Join three best friends as they unpack their day-to-day lives and dilemmas defining their generation from their point of view, revealing what truly is Gen Z. Our podcast aims to change the narrative, representing the new voices and views of youth from this generation like no other podcast has before.
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Maximum Awesomeness

Cinders,Jewels, and QueenBee

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The place where we, the cast of Maximum Awesomeness, ever so devoted fans of Maximum Ride, get our chance to talk! Leave comments and questions at the end of each post, Or email us with long podcast reviews at maxawesomeness@gmail.com
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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I am a native English speaking voice over actor of European origin with experience in podcasting and commercial video voiceovers and singing. My original accent is British but I have lived in the USA and have picked up American English as well. I am well-travelled and can act in a variety of accents including Eastern European, Russian, Indian, French and Irish. My voice comes out as deep, warm and friendly. Bulgarian is my second mother language. My recent projects include voice over for an ...
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The Language Mastery Show

John Fotheringham

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The Language Mastery Show brings you conversations with the world's best language learners. Get an inside look at how polyglots, linguists, and everyday people master languages the smart way, and how YOU can, too. I'm your host, John Fotheringham, a linguist, teacher, and the author of Master Japanese and Master Mandarin. For more language learning tips, tools, and immersion resources, visit AnywhereImmersion.com.
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Jen forgets all about Joseph Quinn when writing about the fantastic 4 and blames it on Eddie Munson, And Phil has gone commando! This Episode we discuss: Will Jenna Ortega join the MCU? Are we getting more Bohner in the MCU? Is Sony still developing its Sinister 6 Film? Is Sony Still developing Silver Sable? Has God of War been completed thrown out…
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Send us a text Sorry y'all, no pre show quote today, just straight into the hype music! We have ourselves a happy little book chat, Zac does some terrible French (again), and Ariel hates another book Zac suggested to her! And I quote, "Well, it's not as bad as Piranesi!" What a day to be alive. We have been encountering some recording/sound issues,…
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Join hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this captivating episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast. They dive into the dramatic weekend for La Rochelle and Clermont, with La Rochelle suffering a surprising defeat to Montpellier and Clermont being overpowered by Stade Français. The hosts discuss the conditions, team performances, and fu…
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1027. This week, I talk with forensic linguist Natalie Schilling about how people's language gives them away — in manifestos, ransom notes, text messages, and more. Natalie Schilling is a professor emerita of linguistics at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and runs a forensic linguistics consulting firm. You can find her on LinkedIn. 🔗 Shar…
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Jen absolutely hates Oreo flavored Coke, James cant get his mind off of 1980’s Taco Bell, and Phil has the insider info on Thunderbolts Rumors!! This Episode we discuss: We Try the Oreo Coca Cola in a new Who’s Hangry Will Chris Hemsworth be our new Prince Charming? Is Predator getting 2 new projects next year? Will Billie Eilish be in the MCU? Are…
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In today’s session, I have a great set of drills to help you level up your Spanish fluency. For more speaking practice, have a look at my Spanish courses, books and audiobooks. FREE PODCAST TRANSCRIPT ✍️ Here are the free transcripts of all the episodes. WHO AM I? 💃🏻 I’m Maria Fernandez, a native Spanish speaker from Madrid (Spain). I’ve taught Spa…
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1026. This week, we look at the origins of words for men, including the ancient roots of "man," the surprising evolution of the word "guy" from being an insult to just another word, and how "guido" took a different route. Then, for some Halloween fun, we look at the difference between crypts, catacombs, mausoleums, and ossuaries, with an emphasis o…
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Send us a text We chat with author of The Patient (episode 14) Jasper DeWitt about some insight from The Patient, and we give him some fan feedback on a book he's working on - Sleep of Death! We've redacted spoilers with static. You're welcome. We had such a great time reading his new work, so be sure to stop in to find The Patient in our library t…
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Join hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this exciting episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast. We recap the latest action from the Top 14, featuring a win for Toulouse and a loss for Union Bordeaux Bègles, along with an overview of upcoming fixtures. Get insights into the French national team's squad selection for the autumn internat…
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1025. Have you ever wondered where meeting terms like “quorum” or “proxy” come from? In this episode, Jim Slaughter looks at the linguistic origins and historical contexts of these and other common parliamentary words. We discuss the evolution of words like “bylaws,” why minutes aren't related to time, how “filibuster” is connected to pirates, and …
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I’ve got a brilliant set of drills for you today to help advance your Spanish fluency. For more speaking practice, have a look at my Spanish courses, books and audiobooks. FREE PODCAST TRANSCRIPT ✍️ Here are the free transcripts of all the episodes. WHO AM I? 💃🏻 I’m Maria Fernandez, a native Spanish speaker from Madrid (Spain). I’ve taught Spanish …
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1024. It often sounds weird if you try to end a sentence with a contraction like "you're" and "I'm." We look at why! Then, get ready for Halloween with the language of fear. The "contractions" segment is by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of the Reynoldsburg, Ohio, school board. Y…
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Send us a text Hello everyone, this episodes a doozy. We are discussing Ariel's deep dive pick Manhunt by Gretchen Felker-Martin and it gets a bit intense. So sit back and strap in for a wild ride of an episode. Make sure to check out our social medias, and if you share with us that you've listened and rated our podcast, we will put your name in fo…
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Top 14 Rugby Digest in less than 20 minutes! Join hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper on the latest episode of the French Rugby Connections podcast as they dive into recent Top 14 match results and league standings, including Bordeaux Begles' win against Perpignan and upcoming games. They discuss pressing player updates like Romain Ntamack's inj…
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1023. I felt like I could write anything after this discussion with Anne Lamott about painful first drafts, beating perfectionism, and the one thing she'd change in "Bird by Bird." Best of all, you can meet Anne yourself at the upcoming Writers Rising conference. Use the code grammargirl10 for a 10% discount. 🔗 Share your familect recording in a Wh…
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Today I bring you a great set of drills to help you improve your Spanish fluency. For more speaking practice, have a look at my Spanish courses, books and audiobooks. FREE PODCAST TRANSCRIPT ✍️ Here are the free transcripts of all the episodes. WHO AM I? 💃🏻 I’m Maria Fernandez, a native Spanish speaker from Madrid (Spain). I’ve taught Spanish for o…
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Jens rogue curl has a hot take about Henry Cavill, Jahmez mansplains a joke to ENTERTAIN YOU, and Phil can only read what’s on the teleprompter…. This Episode we discuss: We talk with Comic creator Jay Fotos about his new Kickstarter Will Scream 7 have 2 Killers? Is DC changing Carol Ferris’s Backstory? Will Bruce Campbell get a bigger MCU role? Wi…
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1022. This week, we look at election terms like “president-elect” and “lame duck” and how they're used during a U.S. presidential transition. Then, I dig into my favorite kind of hot grammar news: people in Germany are angry about apostrophes! The "election words" segment is by Karen Lunde Hertzberg, a former Quick and Dirty Tips editor who has cra…
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Welcome to A Comic Conversation! a podcast brought to you by The Team at Distance NERDing! Have you ever thought, dang if only i had a way to listen to an interview at a comic con that i missed even tho i had no way of being there? well think no further!!! Jahmez 5000 and Yung Phil of the Distance NERDing podcast thought the same thing and started …
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Welcome to A Comic Conversation! a podcast brought to you by The Team at Distance NERDing! Have you ever thought, dang if only i had a way to listen to an interview at a comic con that i missed even tho i had no way of being there? well think no further!!! Jahmez 5000 and Yung Phil of the Distance NERDing podcast thought the same thing and started …
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1021. This week, Christopher Penn talks about the role of AI tools like ChatGPT in writing and editing. We look at common misconceptions about how AI works and best practices for writing prompts. We also talk about privacy concerns, bias, fact-checking, and our concerns for the future. Whether you use these tools daily, tried them a long time ago a…
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The crew is joined by The Mighty Mozby from Comix Podcast and Mike from the Geek Saga Podcast to talk about the LA Comic Con, Yung Phil almost ends Jahmez’s life over cake and traffic, and Jahmez Holds on for dear life as he flaps like a towel in the wind! This Episode we discuss: Is Ahsoka season 2 going into production? Will Sam Raimi return for …
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Join me for a fun, interactive session where we’ll practise 20 everyday Spanish sentences using POR & PARA. Test your skills, and I’ll give you instant feedback. Have a look at my Spanish video course. SKYROCKET YOUR SPOKEN SPANISH 🚶‍♂️With my step-by-step Spanish course you will improve super fast. 🎧 Listen to my free Spanish audiobooks on Spotify…
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Send us a text We discuss Somebody Feed Phil, The Book, by Phil Rosenthal. Join in as we jump around the world in just over one hour, covering all 22 episodes of Season 1 of Somebody Feed Phil, the show! We suggest having food handy, because this one made us all hungry. Make sure to check out our social medias, and if you share with us that you've …
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1020. This week, we shed light on quirky restaurant slang like “kill it” and “Chef Mike.” Then, we tackle the long-standing debate over what to call residents of Michigan — "Michiganders" or "Michiganians" — and what Abraham Lincoln has to do with it. The "kitchen lingo" segment is by Susan K. Herman, a retired multidisciplined language analyst, ed…
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Welcome to A Comic Conversation! a podcast brought to you by The Team at Distance NERDing! Have you ever thought, dang if only i had a way to listen to an interview at a comic con that i missed even tho i had no way of being there? well think no further!!! Jahmez 5000 and Yung Phil of the Distance NERDing podcast thought the same thing and started …
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French Rugby Digest in 20 mins! Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in the latest episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast as they dissect last weekend's thrilling Top 14 matches, including Toulon's triumph over Vannes and Bordeaux's surprise victory against Toulouse. With previews of the upcoming Vannes vs. Racing 92 clash and detailed ins…
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1019. This week, Jonathan Small, author of "Write About Now," shares what he's learned about the common struggles writers face throughout their careers. His book highlights stories from bestselling authors about their beginnings, the risks they took, and how they handled early rejection. I was especially surprised by the stories of shockingly bold …
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Fray refuses to watch the joker, Phil tries to convince her, she says no…. This Episode we discuss: We remember all of the entertainers that have passed away this week in a new Segment, In Memoriam Is Tom Holland coming back to the MCU? Will we be getting X-Men characters in Avengers: Secret Wars Is Blade getting a new director? Are more Marvel A.I…
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In this episode, we practice SER and ESTAR, two essential Spanish verbs. You'll learn when to use each one through clear examples, helping you master real-life conversations with confidence! Have a look at my Spanish video course. SKYROCKET YOUR SPOKEN SPANISH 🚶‍♂️With my step-by-step Spanish course you will improve super fast. 🎧 Listen to my free …
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1018. This week, we look at the meanings of the word "board," including the differences between board games, table games, and table-top games. We also look at the punctuation of participial phrases, helping you understand when to use commas in sentences like "She yelled at me, making me cry" versus "She is the lady making me cry." The "board" segme…
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Send us a text Join us as Zac has Mallory levels of Words Are Hard-itis in this Curiosity episode on Hypnosis. Make sure to check out our social medias, and if you share with us that you've listened and rated our podcast, we will put your name in for a drawing for one of our Reading Room Ruffian shirts! Wooo, merch! Check out our Facebook group htt…
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In this episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast, Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper celebrate Vannes historic victory over Lyon and look ahead to their challenging game against Toulon, The episode also discusses other key matches including Toulouse vs. Bordeaux, Racing 92 vs. La Rochelle, and Pau vs. Stade Français. The hosts provide insights …
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1017. How did British words find their way into American English? Author Ben Yagoda shares insights with us from his new book "Gobsmacked!" We learn about words like "brilliant" and "ginger" that have crossed the pond, some words you might think came from Britain (but didn't), which politicians are prone to using Britishisms, and why some adopted t…
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Jen emerges from her reading of wheel of time cocoon, James calls out Phil for spoiling the news he was reporting on, and Phil leaves the Phil and James pops in Medford Oregon really making it Distance Nerding!!! This Episode we discuss: Is the next Batman game a Sony Exclusive? Is Scarlet Witch still getting her solo movie? Batman to become first …
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Today you’re going to master numbers 30 to 39. Play my FREE Spanish mini-course. Have a look at my Spanish verb course. You can get my Spanish audio course here. 🎧 Listen to my free Spanish audiobooks on Spotify, YouTube & more. ✍️ Get the free transcript on KeRapido.com GET MY SPANISH AUDIO LESSONS 👌 Learn Spanish on the go with my easy audio less…
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1016. This week, we look at why some verbs are so irregular that their forms don't even seem related, like "go" and "went." Then, we look at the surprising finding that corporate euphemisms are worse than annoying — they can also hurt a company's stock price. The "suppletion" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at th…
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Send us a text Surprise episodes means you get your very own cold open from Mallory. You're welcome? We finish up our DCC episode dulogy with books 4-6. Enjoy from the safety of the safe zone, dear listeners. We'll be out there causing chaos with Carl. Don't go into the stairwell yet! Make sure to check out our social medias, and if you share with …
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Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper as we delve into the latest in the French Rugby Connections podcast. From revealing the vibrant atmosphere in Paris to analyzing round two of the Top 14, we discuss standout performances and nail-biting finishes, including Toulouse's victory over La Rochelle and Stade Francais' narrow win against Vannes. We als…
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1015. The Chicago Manual of Style is updated every seven years, and this year's update is a big one! I talked with two of the editors — Russell Harper and Mary Laur — about the major changes, how the decisions get made, and the history of the CMOS (pronounced "sea moss"). 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp chat. 🔗 Watch my LinkedIn Learn…
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Jen professes her love for Janis Joplin, While Phil professes he does not love Jared Leto… This Episode we discuss: Is Jared Leto going to be Skeletor? Is Warner Bro.s creating a live action Bleach? Is Daredevil going to lead to more Street Level Team ups? Is Scarlet Witch getting her own film? Will Kate Bishop take over in Hawkeye Season 2? Do we …
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Today I’m going to show you the most efficient way of going through a Spanish lesson. This episode is going to save you a lot of time, and headaches. Play my FREE Spanish mini-course. Have a look at my Spanish verb course. You can get my Spanish audio course here. 🎧 Listen to my free Spanish audiobooks on Spotify, YouTube & more. ✍️ Get the free tr…
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1014. This week, we debunk misconceptions about gendered language, tracing the etymology of words like "cockamamie" and "gynecology." We also look at the flexibility of English grammar, examining how common words like "that" and "up" can function as different parts of speech in various contexts. The "gendered words" segment was written by Samantha …
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Send us a text Strap in, Ruffians, we're going for a surprise 2 episode overview of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman. That's right, we didn't tell you about these before we recorded them! Who even are we?! Make sure to check out our social medias, and if you share with us that you've listened and rated our podcast, we will put your …
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Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this exciting episode of the French Rugby Connections Podcast for Season 5 as we dive into the latest Top 14 news and anticipate the upcoming Autumn Internationals with Les Bleus and the Six Nations. Relive the thrilling opening weekend fixture between Pro D2 champions Vannes and Top 14 champions Stade Toulo…
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1013. How can fiction writers create diverse, authentic characters without relying on stereotypes? Alex Temblador, author of "Writing An Identity Not Your Own," tackles this question and more. Learn about the importance of community engagement in research, the pitfalls of overemphasizing certain character traits, and techniques for editing with an …
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Jens fired up early because Jahmez re-writes her jokes, Jahmez sticks around long enough to talk with Dave Haworth, then cuts out early, Ash replaces him, and saves the day, while Phil just wants to talk about Nova! This Episode we discuss: We Talk with Dave Haworth about Ani-Medford Are we getting a young Haymitch Abernathy Film? Is Disney Cutting…
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In this episode I bring you another lesson with drills to help you master the Spanish greetings fast. Play my FREE Spanish mini-course. You can get my Spanish audio course here. 🎧 Listen to my free Spanish audiobooks on Spotify, YouTube & more. ✍️ Get the free transcript on KeRapido.com GET MY SPANISH AUDIO LESSONS 👌 Learn Spanish on the go with my…
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1012. Most words are different in different languages, but water from steeped leaves has only two main names: tea and chai. We look at why! Also, if you've ever mixed up words, like calling a butterfly a "flutterby," you'll love learning about what these slips of the tongue tell us about how we form sentences. The "tea" segment was written by Valer…
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Send us a text In this episode Zac falls deep into the nerd zone and discusses his book The Chip Wars by Chris Miller. He discusses how we developed chips and what they are used for. Please note this is about computer chips not the delicious salty kind. Make sure to check out our social medias, and if you share with us that you've listened and rate…
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