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Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson929. Sarah Donnelly: The Only American In Paris đșđžđ«đ· US vs UK Accent QuizSarah Donnelly comes back onto LEP to catch up and to tell us about her stand-up special, now available to watch on YouTube, and to do a British English vs American English pronunciation quiz.Sarahâs show is called The Only American in Paris and we discuss some of the themes of the show - the real experience of being a US citizen living in Paris, the Netflix show Emily in Paris, cultural differences, learning French, plus a pronunciation quiz to help you compare UK and US English.đŒ Watch Sarah's stand-up show here đ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2_N_CRoRz0...2025-03-311h 23
Cashiers & CriticsSpooktober Fest Episode 17- Black Christmas (1974)This one for you Alex.
Today we talk about Canadian classic and pioneer of the slasher film genre Black Christmas
difficult episode to create due to the tragic news of one of our guest on the show and friend. Condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends. So join us as we try our best to make a banger of a episode.
will also provide links to Suicide hotlines And mental Health clinics located in Toronto for anyone that wants to talk about how they...2023-10-301h 37
On Air With ChaiEpisode # 21: On Air with Chai Ft. Dr. Louis Gallagher - Dr. Louise Gallagher â Chief, Child and Youth Mental Health Collaborative - Mental Health in our youthTRIGGER WARNING!
Prepare for a thought-provoking episode of "On Air with Chai," where we delve into the critical topic of mental health. Please note that some discussions within this episode may touch upon sensitive subjects. Mental health has garnered significant attention, especially since the onset of COVID-19 and subsequent lockdowns. We aim to explore the contributing factors to mental health challenges, effective strategies for managing them, and the support available for those in need. Our enlightening conversation with Dr. Louise Gallagher sheds light on a groundbreaking initiative at SickKids, where every child entering the hospital undergoes mental...2023-09-1839 min
Rated G with Gary G. Garcia and Brian T. Licata117: Comedian Jason Scoop, English Language, VR, and Black History MonthJoin hosts Gary G. Garcia and Brian Licata as they welcome special guest Comedian Jason Scoopto discuss a range of interesting and diverse topics on this episode of Rated G. Â Jason is a stand up comedian and host of The Donald J. Trump Podcast. Â Â Listen in as we discuss Jason's recent comedy performances and podcast, experiences on the ReAwaken America tour, and changes in New York City. We delve into mental health and criminal justice, proposing the idea of a town for criminals as an alternative to traditional mental health institutions, and sharing stories about jail time. Â Â We also discu...2023-02-221h 56
Grupo EspĂrita LĂ©on Denis - GELDCafĂ© com Espiritismo #929: Caridade - Wellington MeloOlĂĄ, pessoal!!
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Jewish Ideas to Change the WorldPower of the Image: Photographic Thoughts on Torah Values â Shira Hecht-KollerA virtual event presentation by Shira Hecht-KollerEVENT CO-SPONSORED BY:Temple SolelABOUT THE EVENT:Themes that are central to the rise and impact of the powerful platforms available to us 24 hours a day â power of the image, democratization of experience, deliberate curation â are at once both cutting edge and age-old, and are central to the experience of being human. They are also, in many ways, deeply rooted in our sacred texts. In this lecture and discussion we will explore the intersection between photography, imagery and the values embedded in classical Jewish texts.2022-05-2659 min
CYDC PodcastTermination: Not Goodbye, See You SoonAlrightyyy, after nearly five months of podcasting, we have reached the end of this very fun, exciting, and educational chapter in our lives. Similarly to the end of many things, we have to close chapters in our lives to make room for new, good things. Saying goodbye isnât always easy, but Mike and Arushi would like to share some of their favourite podcasts for you all to enjoy, while also reflecting on the podcasting process and expressing their unconditional appreciation and gratitude for each and every listener. Make sure to stick around âtill the very end for the fina...2021-08-2039 minCYDC PodcastBONUS MINISODE: BoundariesBoundary setting is not only important, but necessary, for our mental health and wellbeing. So why is this important and necessary component of life so difficult to implement sometimes? And how does vulnerability play a role in boundary setting? Above all, how do we set healthy boundaries with the people in our life? Dive into all these topics and more with Arushi in this weekâs minisode.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
2021-08-1611 minCYDC PodcastOCD: What It Is and What It IsnâtObsessive-compulsive disorder, also known as OCD, is a mental health concern that impacts millions of individuals of all ages. It is also commonly misunderstood and is often incorrectly used in casual conversation through statements like âIâm so OCD!â. This week, your hosts will dive into OCD and various topics surrounding it to allow for an all-encompassing understanding of what OCD is and what it isnât.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
...2021-08-1323 minCYDC PodcastBONUS MINISODE: ShadowlossIf you have experienced grief due to the loss of someTHING rather than someONE, you might have experienced something called shadowloss - a term created by thanatologist Cole Imperi. On this episode, we dive into what a shadowloss is, the difference between shadowlosses and âBig Deathsâ, the importance of the terminology, and the connection between shadowloss and the pandemic.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
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2021-08-0910 minCYDC PodcastGrief: Understanding LossGrief occurs when someone experiences a loss, whether itâs the loss of a loved one or the loss of something else. In this episode, we explore the signs and impact of grief, coping strategies for grief, the models of grief, why the models of grief are not realistic, and the difference between grief therapy and grief counseling. Join Mike and Arushi as they explore these and much more!
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com....2021-08-0624 min
929 English PodcastAlan Kaufman - The Pickle GuyAlan Kaufman has kept the pickle tradition going since 1981. The owner of â The Pickle Guys â which opened in 2000, serves one of the best brine pickles in New York City. Alan sits down with Rabbi Mintz to talk about how his Lower East Side staple survived during the pandemic.2021-08-0309 minCYDC PodcastConcussions: The Invisible InjuryAfter a concussion, moving from impact to recovery is a process that may require different treatment methods. There are also many misconceptions around what concussions entail and what happens in the brain during a concussion. Also, what is post-concussion syndrome and how is it treated? What is chronic traumatic encephalopathy and how is it relevant to athletes? This weekâs episode will cover all these topics and more, so join your hosts for an in-depth look at concussions.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear fr...2021-07-3025 min929 English PodcastShlomo Lipetz - Team Israel (From Tokyo)Shlomo Lipetz is a pitcher on Israel's Olympic team. In Shlomo's regular life, he is VP of programming for one of the fastest-growing music venue companies, City Winery. Shlomo joins Rabbi Mintz from Tokyo to talk about what it means to be able to compete after a year of uncertainty.2021-07-2912 min929 English PodcastArchie Gottesman - JewBelongArchie Gottesman is the founder of JewBelong, an organization dedicated to making Judaism feel less intimidating while shining a light on all of the great things that Judaism has to offer. She takes a personal interest in ending "JewBarrasment" by making people feel more welcome and less caught up in the details of rituals. Archie and JewBelong have become an active voice in the fight against antisemitism. They've used their marketing expertise to get their message onto major billboards including a huge display in Times Square.2021-07-2723 minCYDC PodcastMINISODE ENCORE: Revenge Bedtime ProcrastinationItâs 11PM on a Wednesday. Youâve worked all day, made dinner, did some laundry, and now you are watching another episode of The Office...and another one...and another one...suddenly it is 1AM. You know you should go to bed by this point but you canât and why would you want to? It has been such a busy day and this is your alone time, even if it means sacrificing some sleep. Turns out there is a name for this behaviour: revenge bedtime procrastination. What does it mean, why does it happen, and how does one ta...2021-07-2611 minCYDC PodcastSleep: Rest and RechargeSleep is an important part of our daily lives and impacts each aspect of our health, including our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. On this episode, Mike and Arushi dive into sleep, its importance, the cycles of sleep, its relation to mental health, circadian rhythms, dreams, sleep paralysis, and tips to improve sleep. Join us as we explore this fascinating topic, and stay tuned for Monday where we will be re-releasing our episode on Revenge Bedtime Procrastination!.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you...2021-07-2343 min929 English PodcastScott Shay - Supporting Businesses During COVIDScott Shay is the co-founder and Chairman of Signature Bank, well known as one of the best banks in New York for private business owners. During COVID, Scott took a personal interest in helping small businesses get PPP loans and was able to get every application approved for his clients.2021-07-2117 min929 English PodcastDani Zoldan - Comedy During COVIDDani Zoldan is the owner of Stand Up NY, a comedy club with more than 30 years of history on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Comedy, like much of live entertainment, was hit hard by the pandemic. Dani decided that his only option was to adapt. He began bringing comedy to the outdoors - starting with Central Park and eventually running many shows per night all over NYC's green spaces. Learn more at www.standupny.com2021-07-1615 minCYDC PodcastAdverse Childhood Experiences: Risk Factors and ResiliencyJust like snowflakes, no two people are ever the same. We are all unique and composed of many different stories and experiences. For children, these experiences ultimately shape their identity and worldview. Join your hosts this week to learn about what adverse childhood experiences are, how they impact children as they grow, the protective factors against them, and lots more.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
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2021-07-1624 minCYDC PodcastEating DisordersThe pandemic has impacted various aspects of peopleâs lives, but one of the greatest impacts is the increase in eating disorders - especially for youth. In this episode, we will dive into the causes of eating disorders, the types of eating disorders, the impact on the brain, the impact of the pandemic, treatments, and much much more. We know this can be a sensitive topic, so if you feel safe, join Mike and Arushi in better understanding eating disorders.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to he...2021-07-0935 min929 English PodcastYuri Foreman - The Boxing RabbiYuri Foreman is an Israeli professional boxer who held the WBA super welterweight title from 2009 to 2010. On November 14, 2009, Foreman defeated Daniel Santos by a 12-round unanimous decision to become the new WBA super welterweight champion and Israel's first WBA champion.
Yuri sits down with Rabbi Mintz to talk about his career and life during and after the pandemic.2021-07-0721 minCYDC PodcastBONUS MINISODE: Universal DesignUniversal design is a fascinating concept that can relate to almost every aspect of our lives. From accessibility to education, universal design strives to create a more inclusive spaces for everyone. On this minisode, we will explore what universal design is, why itâs important, and how it relates to areas of education and accessibility. Within this episode, we will also discuss Mikeâs experiences researching universal design and what made him so passionate about it.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You...2021-07-0517 minCYDC PodcastEquity: From Knowledge to ActionEquity, equality, social determinants of health, healthy inequities, treatment gaps, anti-oppressive practice, cultural humility, and intersectionality are all topics that your hosts will be discussing in this weekâs episode. These topics are a small part of a much larger conversation regarding systemic racism, privilege, and power. In order to move from knowledge to action, we must continue to learn and unlearn, reflect, and advocate for change at all levels.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.co...2021-07-0230 minCYDC PodcastBONUS MINISODE: Self-CompassionThis is a friendly reminder that you are a human having the human experience. The person you are today is composed of many different parts, many different experiences, both positive and challenging, and that is okay. Extend some self-compassion for the person you are today, while tuning into this weekâs minisode for more information on what self-compassion really is, itâs impact on the brain, and tips for incorporating self-compassion into your daily life!
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can emai...2021-06-2814 minCYDC PodcastSelf-Care: Proverbial âSoup for the SoulâOne of the things we can do to better our well-being is practicing self-care. You might be wondering, âwhat does self-care even mean?â. On this episode, we explore the definition, types, and impact of self-care, while also providing tips to practice it. If there is one thing we would like for you to take away from this episode, itâs that self-care can look different for everyone. Join Mike and Arushi as they explore self-care, and importance of practicing it within in their lives.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we wou...2021-06-2535 minCYDC PodcastDepression: Youâre Not AloneDepression weighs down on our minds and bodies like a heavy, unwanted blanket. It robs many individuals of their joy and peace of mind, but why is that? And can there be a light at the end of the tunnel for those experiencing depression? Arushi and Mike are here to walk you through the causes of depression, treatment strategies for yourself and for supporting a loved one, coronavirus and its impact on depression and overall mental health, and lots more.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to...2021-06-1844 minCYDC PodcastUnderstanding Addiction: Part 2 - with SPECIAL GUEST Mike Szymanski Sr.On this episode we are joined by our first ever (very, very, very) special guest: Mike Szymanski Sr. (Mikeâs Dad). Mike Sr. shares his journey of battling an alcohol addiction, the ups and downs, things that worked for him, and everything else in between. We might be a bit biased, but this is by far one of the best episodes we have ever done. So tune in, take a listen, and learn from Mike Sr. - the wisest of the Mikeâs.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we woul...2021-06-1444 minCYDC PodcastUnderstanding Addiction: Part 1Addiction is a complex disease - one that is commonly misunderstood. What is an addiction? Why do they occur? How does it hijack the brain? How can an addiction be treated? What are some common myths about addiction? Who is Addictus and why is he relevant to addiction? In this episode, we explore all of these questions and more in PART 1. Also, stay tuned for PART 2 on Monday, as Mike and Arushi interview a special guest about addiction.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from...2021-06-1141 minCYDC PodcastAnger: Monitor and Move From ItWhen you think of anger, do you think of a red, fiery, uncontrollable emotion? Or do you think of it as a basic human emotion that ebbs and flows like any other? Maybe a mix of both? Regardless of how you view and experience anger, it is something we all experience within ourselves and may have been on the receiving end of. In this weekâs episode, the hosts will be discussing different types of anger, anger and the brain, how to manage it, and much more.
If you have any questions, comments, or fu...2021-06-0437 min
Aussie EnglishAE 929 - Expression: A Rising Tide Lifts All BoatsLearn Australian English in this English Expression episode of the Aussie English Podcast. These are weekly episodes where I teach you how to use English expressions like a fair dinkum Australian!For this episode, we talk about the expression "a rising tide lifts all boats".Get a load of these excellent activities!Get this week's top story about a koala overpopulation in Cape OtwayListen to a koala calling out for a mateShare to you this week's funny joke (haha!)Breakdown the meaning of the words in this expressionDiscover what the expression meansKnow the origin of the expressionLearn how to use...2021-05-3025 minCYDC PodcastMental Health Myth Busting: Facts vs. FalseKindly move aside Mythbusters, Arushi and Mike have some things to say! This week, the hosts are here to discuss and debunk myths surrounding mental health. The myths around this topic are endless but we are here to discuss a handful of the most commonly heard ones. It is time to redirect the conversation and destigmatize the topic of mental health, so letâs dive in!
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
2021-05-2815 minCYDC PodcastTherapy: Letâs Talk About ItTherapy is like a visit to the doctor for better mental health, it is like chicken soup for the mind. However, there is lots of misinformation and stigma around this topic. Why is that? Letâs discuss! The hosts are here to debunk any myths and stigmas, as well as dive into what therapy is, the history of it, what to expect in therapy, and lots more.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
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Growth Formula by Note to Self Movement11. Real Talk with Angeli SareenToday Nolita speaks with Angeli Sareen, social worker and Mental Health Specialist. Â Â Â Â Not everyday is rainbows and sunshine and that's ok, learn some coping mechanisms and tactics to deal with the days that require more.In this episode:âą Building awareness of your thoughts and the brain and body connection (i.e. our body has a physical reaction before we feel a big emotion - try to observe what happens in your body)âą Get connected with friends, family, coworkers or use apps/computer programs such as 'Meetup' or 'Bumble BFF'. Have a "check-in plan" with tha...2021-05-2030 minCYDC PodcastBONUS MINISODE: Calming StrategiesRoll back your shoulders, unclench your jaw, and take a deep breath. Humans are more stressed and anxious than ever before, for more reasons than ever before, but fear not! With many stressors, comes many strategies to manage them. Tune into this weekâs minisode to hear about five different calming strategies that can be used in a wide variety of situations and check out the resources below for even more ideas.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cy...2021-05-1715 minCYDC PodcastMindfulness: The Present is a PresentBreathe in for 4 seconds...hold for 4 seconds...breathe out for 4 seconds. Nice work, you just completed a mindfulness exercise! In this weekâs episode, the hosts will be discussing what mindfulness is, your brain on mindfulness, unique strategies to practice mindfulness, and more. Contrary to popular belief, breathing and meditation are not the only ways to practice mindfulness, so tune in to this weekâs episode for tips on how to incorporate this centuries-old practice into your daily life!
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from...2021-05-1425 minCYDC PodcastBONUS MINISODE: Revenge Bedtime ProcrastinationItâs 11PM on a Wednesday. Youâve worked all day, made dinner, did some laundry, and now you are watching another episode of The Office...and another one...and another one...suddenly it is 1AM. You know you should go to bed by this point but you canât and why would you want to? It has been such a busy day and this is your alone time, even if it means sacrificing some sleep. Turns out there is a name for this behaviour: revenge bedtime procrastination. What does it mean, why does it happen, and how does one ta...2021-05-1011 minCYDC PodcastLearning Disabilities: A Difference, Not a DeficitLearning disabilities (LDs) are complex and can be stigmatizing for those who are labeled with an LD. On this podcast, Mike and Arushi explore the impacts of learning disabilities and dyslexia, the brain, how to support a child with a learning disability, their strengths, and much much more. Join us as we share this information, along with our stories in working with children with learning disabilities - in hopes of breaking those stigmas.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us...2021-05-0731 minCYDC PodcastADHD: Attention's Worst EnemyADHD! Iâm sure youâve heard about it, or maybe you even have it. But what is ADHD? How many types are there? Why does it occur and how does it impact daily life? How is the pandemic related to ADHD? We explore all of these topics and more - including Mikeâs experiences living with ADHD.
If you have any questions, comments, or future topic suggestions, we would love to hear from you. You can email us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com.
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Text...2021-04-3038 minCYDC PodcastFear: To Fear, or Not to Fear?BOO! Sorry, did we scare you? Would you like to know where that fear response comes from and why it happens? Hint: the amygdala makes a return. Also, how do fears change over the years? What are some ways to manage and conquer fear at any age? Join Mike and Arushi as they dive into these topics and more, with two fun fear facts at the end!
Please contact us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com with any questions, comments, or future episode topics, we would love to hear from you.
...2021-04-2337 minCYDC PodcastAnxiety: Nature's Protector?ANXIETY! Iâm sure you have experienced it before, but why does it happen? From tens of thousands of years ago until now, it has served as a defence mechanism to protect us from danger. How does our amygdala play a factor? What are the ABCâs of anxiety? How can we cope with anxiety? Join Mike and Arushi as they explore these topics and more!
Please contact us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com with any questions, comments, or future episode topics, we would love to hear from you.
Cr...2021-04-1644 minCYDC PodcastWhat is the CYDC?What does the CYDC stand for? What services do we provide? Why is Mike recording this episode in a homemade fort? Join Mike and Arushi to find out - as they embark on their podcast journey.
Please contact us at cydcpodcast@gmail.com with any questions, comments, or future episode topics, we would love to hear from you.
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Reach Out: Call or text 519 433...2021-04-0818 min929 English PodcastLove In The Parsha - Vayigash: Selfless LoveFeaturing Rachel Sharansky Danziger and Rabbi Adam Mintz.2020-12-2007 min929 English PodcastLove In The Parsha - Vayechi: Jacob's Love, RevisitedFeaturing Rachel Sharansky Danziger and Rabbi Adam Mintz.2020-12-2009 min929 English PodcastLove In The Parsha - Miketz: The Power of CompassionFeaturing Rachel Sharansky Danziger and Rabbi Adam Mintz.2020-12-1409 min929 English PodcastLove In The Parsha - Vayeshev: From Love to HateFeaturing Rachel Sharansky Danziger and Rabbi Adam Mintz.2020-12-0610 min929 English PodcastPart Two of Conversations with God: Prayer as Conversationwith Rachel Sharansky Danziger and Rabbi Adam Mintz.2020-09-0917 min929 English PodcastPart One of Conversations with God: Starting with a Nowith Rachel Sharansky Danziger and Rabbi Adam Mintz.2020-09-0818 min
Not Playing Stupid PodcastNPS Podcast Episode: English 101
On this weekâs episode:
We talk about the nonsense that was Episode 100
What did my wifeâs cat barf up?
We discuss Penisâ, science, eggs
We play a new game called, What the F are they trying to say?
Fâ Yous!
What did you F up?
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Not Playing Stupid PodcastNPS: English 101On this weekâs episode: We talk about the nonsense that was Episode 100 What did my wifeâs cat barf up? We discuss Penisâ, science, eggs We play a new game called, What the F are they trying to say? Fâ Yous! What did you F up? Email our show at Notplayingstupid@gmail.com Leave us a voice mail or text at (929)243-4687 or (929)2IDIOTS Join our Facebook Group Page: Not Playing Stupid Podcast Follow us on Twitter @NPSPod Fol...2020-08-021h 26
Greater Ft Lee Chamber of Commerce Members At Work PodcastMembers At Work Episode 3: Keller Williams City Views Realtor Vanda OndrusVanda Ondrus is a beloved member of the Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce and real estate agent. She's on the Agent Leadership Council Member at Keller Williams City Views Realty in Fort Lee, NJ and is ranked among the top producing agents. Her commitment to quality service for her clients has been recognized with a NJ Circle of Excellence award. She is fluent in English, Slovak, Czech, Polish and German and frequently assists international clients relocating to and from the U.S. Vanda also serves on the board of the Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce where she...2020-02-2029 min
Jewish Ideas to Change the WorldMarc Gitler - The Hero is a HarlotRabbi Marc Gitler, Director of Content for 929 English (https://www.929.org.il/lang/en/today) presents his Valley Beit Midrash lecture "The Hero is a Harlot: A Conversation about The Book of Joshuaâs Most Intriguing Character" before an audience at Temple Chai (www.templechai.com/) in Phoenix, AZ.
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A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overI'll Be Sheep-Dipped (Rebroadcast) - 16 November 2015What a difference pronunciation makes! The United States has a Department of Defense, and an individual might take classes in self-defense. So why do football and basketball coaches say they're proud of their . . . "DEE-fence?" Linguists have a theory about why. Also, some funny limericks to help you learn obscure words, and what you will and won't find on a desert island. Plus, kennings, cobwebs, crestfallen, catillate, cataglossism, and more.FULL DETAILSDo you think dictionaries of obsolete words with definitions in limerick form are cool? If you're annuentâmeaning ânoddingââwe'll take that as a "yes." Yo...2015-11-1651 min
BJSM PodcastAn inside view: Who should lead rehabilitation in elite teams? Sports physios or rehab?Podcast titles are limited to 100 characters; the ideal title would have beenâŠâWorking as a multidisciplinary team in elite sport â the role of physiotherapy, strength and conditioning teams, medical folks, soft tissue therapists, exercise rehabilitators etc.â.
A leading elite team physiotherapist (Andrew Wallis, PT) and a head of sports science/conditioning (Darren Burgess, PhD) provide you the inside view from within two elite teams. And they have international experience before their current jobs.
Youâll hear WHO these teams include on the sports medicine payroll. Our hosts (Ebonie Rio, David Opar) ask whose head would be on the chopping block if there w...2015-05-0119 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overBlow a Gasket - 10 March 2014The Pope is tweeting in Latin! But can an ancient language adapt to a world of selfies and hashtags? Speaking of the future, cars are now talking to each other with V-2-V communication. And pit bull owners are trying to soften the image of their cute little dogs by calling them "pibbles." Plus, pizza bones, grand-nieces vs. great-nieces, pin vs. pen, sisu, blow a gasket, and write it on the ice. FULL DETAILSThe Pope tweets in Latin! As it turns out, Latin is such an efficient language that it can compress a lot...2014-03-1052 min
The Grill Team SydneyThe Grill Team - Podcast #9291. Show Opener - Schapelle Corby leaving prison
2. Check The Tweets: Gambling + Double time shifts + Schapelle's $50 photo shoot
3. Sports Al-In: ASADA + Sydney Sixers lost + Paul Gallen boxing
4. Phoner: Should Paul Gallen be boxing?
5. Matt Snelson - Simon Gittany's girlfriend turned up to court with placards
6. Angry email sent to selectors by the mother of English rugby star Luther Burrell + Janelle
7. Phoner: When has your mum stuck up for you?
8. Supergrass: The Block moving to 7pm + Sophia MKR contract + Steve Menzies playing at the Auckland Nines + Sports star being paid $750K from his charity
9. Roy & HG - Sochi Olympics
10. Max Markson...2014-02-0556 min
Ben Sorensen's REAL CountryArtist Interview 51 - CHRISTIE LAMB on Ben Sorensen's REAL CountryDownload Christie Lamb's EP on iTunes: http://bit.ly/ChristieLambEP
My chat with Christie Lamb about her single "Invincible Me" on stage before John English's Rock Revolution Show in Melbourne.
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A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overOne Space or Two (rebroadcast) - 5 September 2011SUMMARYIs typing two spaces after a period "totally, completely, utterly, and inarguably wrong?" Martha and Grant disagree. Also, is the language of the movie "True Grit" historically accurate? Also, shut your pie-hole, Southern grammar, Oh my Lady Gaga, and a little town called Podunk.FULL DETAILSHow many spaces go after a period? Your schoolteacher may have taught you to use two, but others strongly disagree.  http://www.slate.com/id/2281146/Shut your piehole! means "Shut your mouth!" Need more slang terms for the mouth? For starters, there's po...2011-09-0552 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overSeeing The Elephant (rebroadcast) - 29 August 2011SUMMARYThis week on "A Way with Words": If you've "seen the elephant," it means you've been in combat. But why an elephant? Also, Martha and Grant discuss some funny idioms in Spanish, including one that translates as "your bowtie is whistling." And what names do you call YOUR grandparents? FULL DETAILSIf you're in Bangladesh, the expression that translates as "oiling your mustache in anticipation of the jackfruit tree bearing fruit" makes perfect sense. In English, it means "don't count your chickens." A discussion thread on Reddit with this and...2011-08-2952 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overCannibal Sandwich Anyone (rebroadcast) - 1 August 2011SUMMARY Ready for some crazy crossword clues? The hosts discuss some clever ones, like "Hula hoop?" (3 letters). Also, is the correct term jury-rigged or jerry-rigged? Why are Marines called Gyrenes? When someone points out the obvious, do you say "Duh!" or do you say "No DUH!"? And what, pray tell, is in a cannibal sandwich?FULL DETAILSGrant shares some diabolically clever crossword clues. Have at 'em: Hula hoop? (3 letters). A city in Czechoslovakia? (Four letters). Want to try more? Check out these clues here and here.http://www.crosswordese.com...2011-08-0152 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overGuess What (rebroadcast) - 25 July 2011SUMMARYEnglish is full of unusual terms, both old (eleemosynary, favonian) and new (flyway, catio). Also, the Swahili term that means "sleep like a log," the multiple meanings of the word joint, what it means to play gooseberry, cowpies and horse biscuits, and how to punctuate the expression "Guess what."FULL DETAILSThinking about a flyaway, or will you spend the weekend gazing out at the catio? Grant explains these new terms.Is subscribing just for magazines and podcasts, or can you subscribe to an idea? A husband and wife disagree...2011-07-2552 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overWho is Chester Drawers - 11 July 2011SUMMARYSome of the world's most famous writers had to support themselves with day jobs. Martha and Grant discuss well-known authors who toiled away at other trades. Also this week, Eskimo kisses, the frozen Puerto Rican treat called a limber, how the word fail ended up as a noun, the phrase I'm efforting that, and where you would throw a houlihan. And what's a chester drawers?FULL DETAILSSome of the world's greatest writers had to do their work while holding down a day job. William Faulkner and Anthony Trollope toiled as postal...2011-07-0852 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overA Pickle Short of a Jar (rebroadcast) - 20 Apr. 2011[This episode first aired April 10, 2010.]SUMMARYA few pickles short of a jar, a few peas short of a casserole, two French fries short of a Happy Meal -- this week, Martha and Grant discuss these and other full-deckisms, those clever ways to describe someone who falls short in some way. Also, what's the story behind the old phrase "fish or cut bait"? When does the word "it's" have an apostrophe? And is "That's a good question" really a good response?FULL DISCRIPTION"Not the brightest bulb in the Christmas tree...2011-04-2052 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overSufficiently Suffonsified (rebroadcast) - 31 Jan. 2011
[This episode first aired February 27, 2010.]What's in a pet's name? Martha and Grant swap stories about how they came up with names for their dogs. Also this week: Have you ever been called a "stump-jumper"? How about a snicklefritz? And what's the last word in the dictionary? Depending on which dictionary you consult, it might be "zythum," "zyzzyva," "zyxomma," or "zyxt."Sometimes the process of naming a pet takes a while. The hosts talk about how their dogs' names evolved.A native Japanese speaker is mystified by the expression "happy as a...2011-01-3152 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overWord Up! - 17 Jan. 2011SUMMARYWhat would you serve a plumber who comes over for dinner? How about ... leeks? The hosts play a word game called "What Would You Serve?" Also, how can you correct someone's grammar without ruining a new relationship? And is there an easy way to remember the difference between who and whom?FULL DETAILSWhat would you serve a plumber for dinner? How about leeks? (We didn't say it had to be appetizing.) What would you serve a jeweler? Carats. Martha and Grant play the "What Would You Serve?" game.A...2011-01-1752 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overThe Thought Plickens (rebroadcast) - 3 Jan. 2010[This episode first aired February 6, 2010.]If you're inappropriately focused on the minutiae of a project instead of the bigger picture, you're said to be "bike-shedding." Grant talks about that modern slang term and Martha discusses a word that goes way back in time, right back to "In the beginning," in fact. The word is "tohubohu," and it means a "mess" or "confusion."Grant and Martha discuss a new term, "bike-shedding," and an old one, "tohubohu."Where'd we get the term "swan song"? A caller says this expression came up in conversation just before...2011-01-0352 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overToo Much Sugar for a Dime - 20 Dec. 2010SUMMARYIs the term "Oriental" offensive? Many people think so. Martha and Grant discuss the reasons why. Also, where do we get the phrase "not one iota"? Why do we tell someone to "take a gander"? And who coined the word "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious"? FULL DETAILS"Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." This kind of sudden, surprising turn in a sentence is called a paraprosdokian. Martha and Grant trade some examples.Instead of crying "uncle," an Indiana woman's family...2010-12-2052 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overAnaheim, Asuza, and Cuck-a-monga (Rebroadcast) - 6 Dec. 2010[This episode first aired November 9, 2009.] All aboard! This week, a bit about the musical language of railroad conductors' calls: 'Anaheim, Azusa, and Cu-ca-monga!' Also, the origin of the military slang term 'cumshaw,' tips for learning Latin, the influence of Spanish immigrants on English, and the funny story behind why plain-talking Texans say, 'We're going to tell how the cow ate the cabbage.'A trip to the California State Railroad Museum http://www.csrmf.org/ has Grant musing about the way language can change in the mouth of a single individual -- in...2010-12-0652 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overA Roberta of Flax - 22 Nov. 2010SUMMARY We have collective nouns for animals, like "a gaggle of geese," "a pride of lions," and "an exaltation of larks." So why not collective nouns for plants? How about a "greasing of palms," or a "pursing of tulips"? Also, the difference between further and farther, the proper use of crescendo, how Shakespeare sounded in his day, and why a child's runny nose is sometimes referred to as lamb's legs.FULL DESCRIPTIONWe have collective nouns for animals, like "a gaggle of geese," "a pride of lions," and "an exaltation of larks." So...2010-11-2252 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overA Gazelle on the Lawn (rebroadcast) - 13 Sept. 2010[This episode first aired March 13, 2010.]What do you say if you have guests over and someone in your family has stray food left on the face? In some households, the secret warning is "there's a gazelle on the lawn." But why a gazelle? Also, this week: the "term for a party" to introduce one's new baby to family and friends, the past tense of the verb "to text," and why some people use three syllables when pronouncing "realtor." And did you know there's a language in which it's perfectly normal to "wash your clothes in Barf"?2010-09-1451 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overSpendthrift Snollygosters (rebroadcast) - 16 Aug. 2010[This episode first aired February 20, 2010.]This week, it's the language of politics. Martha and Grant discuss two handy terms describing politicians: "far center" and "snollygoster." Also, a presidential word puzzle, "false friends," "spendthrifts," and a long list of "17th-century insults." So listen up, all you "flouting milksops," "blockish grutnols," and "slubberdegullions"! Grant explains the meaning of the new slang term "far center," and Martha tries to revive an antiquated term meaning "a corrupt politician," "snollygoster."Careful about how you spend your money? Then you're said to be "thrifty." So why is someone who...2010-08-1651 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overCellar Door (minicast) - 19 July 2010The Most Beautiful Words in the English Language: "Cellar Door"?It's been said that the most beautiful combination of words in English is "cellar door." But why? By the way, after this caller raised the question, Grant did even more digging on the topic. The result: He wrote a whole article about it that appeared in The New York Times. http://nyti.ms/bkqwpg--A Way with Words is funded by its listeners: http://waywordradio.org/donateGet your language question answered on the air! Call...2010-07-2008 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overThe Fighting Kewpies, Un-hunh! (rebroadcast) - 28 June 2010[This episode first aired December 5, 2009.]In high school, no one thinks twice about cheering for the Fighting Trojans or the Tigers. But what about the Hickman Kewpies http://service.columbia.k12.mo.us/hhs/about/? Or the Maryville Spoofhounds http://www.maryville.k12.mo.us/? Martha and Grant talk about some of the odder names for school athletic teams. Also, in this episode: If you're queasy, are you "nauseous" or "nauseated"? How do you pronounce the word "sorry"? And why do conservative Democrats call themselves "Blue Dogs"?Grant and Martha discuss strange names for high school sports teams...2010-06-2851 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overBless Your Heart - 31 May 2010This week, it's backhanded phrases, those snarky remarks that come sugar-coated in politeness, like "How nice for you," "Oh, interesting!" and the mother of all thinly veiled criticism, "Bless her heart." Also this week, free reign vs. free rein, the origin of the one-finger salute, and what it means if a Frenchman has big ankles. And "Jeopardy!" champion Ken Jennings stops by to try his hand at a slang quiz.You've been on the receiving end of backhanded phrases, and admit it, you've used them, too. A discussion on Ask Metafilter http://ask.metafilter.com/133910/Bless-your-heart-and-other-backhanded-phrases prompts Grant...2010-05-3151 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overHit the Pickle Button - 10 May 2010Who was that masked man? Was it the Barefoot Bandit, the Mummy Bandit, or perhaps the Botox Bandit? Or maybe it was the Bad-Breath Bandit? The hosts discuss the wacky names that law enforcement officers give to suspects. Also, what's a pickle button? Why do we say be there or be square? And what does the word seditty mean in the African-American community?A news story about the Ho-Hum Bandit has Grant musing about the odd names that law enforcement officers give to criminals at large, usually based on their appearance or behavior, like the Barefoot Bandit, the...2010-05-1051 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overX, Y, and Zed (Rebroadcast) - 26 April 2010[This episode first aired October 17, 2009.]Some teachers are using a controversial tactic to get young students reading: They let their 'pupils choose which books to read' for class. Does it work? Also, should that line at the grocery store checkout read 15 items or 'less or fewer'? And is the expression 'these ones' grammatically incorrect?The owner of a yarn store in Juneau says a customer corrected her when she pointed out a special collection of buttons and said, 'You should check out these ones.' Is it incorrect to say 'these ones' instead of just 'these'?2010-04-2651 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overPardon Our French - 19 April 2010South African English is a rich mix of Afrikaans, English, and indigenous languages such as Zulu and Xhosa. Martha and Grant discuss some favorite terms from that part of the world, including lekker, diski, and ubuntu. Also, where'd we get the term hurt locker and why do we say 'pardon my French' after cursing? What's the difference between supposedly and supposably? And is having a vast vocabulary filled with obscure words really all that important?Looking ahead to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/, Martha and Grant discuss some terms you might hear...2010-04-1951 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overAwkward Turtle - 5 April 2010[This episode first aired October 10, 2009.]Do you say something happened on accident or by accident? Is text-messaging is destroying our kids' writing ability? Where do horseradish, zark, and ignoramus come from?Grant and Martha discuss a new collection of college slang compiled by UCLA linguistics professor Pamela Munro. Learn more about it and order a copy here.A Burlington, Vt. caller wants to know: Is horseradish so named because of this root's strong resemblance to part of a horse's anatomy?The word zarf means 'a metal cupholder,' but a Scrabble enthusiast...2010-04-0551 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overJan Freeman, Write it Right - 4 March 2010Write it Right One hundred years ago, American journalist and satirist Ambrose Bierce published a curmudgeonly book of writing advice called Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults. Â In her new book, Boston Globe language columnist Jan Freeman explains where Bierce got his ideas about language, how his grammatical convictions compared with those of his contemporaries, and what they teach us about English today. The book is Ambrose Bierce's Write It Right: The Celebrated Cynic's Language Peeves Deciphered, Appraised, and Annotated for 21st-Century Readers. Recently, Freeman talked with Grant about Bierce and his c...2010-03-0412 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overJack Lynch, Author of The Lexicographer's Dilemma - 22 Jan. 2010You know that grammatical 'rule' about not ending a sentence with a preposition? Well, who ever decided finishing off a sentence like that is a bad thing? (Personally, we think it's one of the silliest things anyone ever came up with.)In his new book, The Lexicographer's Dilemma The Evolution of 'Proper' English, from Shakespeare to South Park, literary historian Jack Lynch offers a lively narrative about the evolution of such rules, starting in the 17th century, when grammar books were more like self-help guides for the upwardly mobile. He introduces us to the flesh-and-blood (and almost...2010-01-2216 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overSqueejawed Red-heads and Grockles (Rebroadcast) - 4 January 2010[This episode originally aired February 9, 2008.] In this week's episode: Just how far back could you go and still understand the English people were speaking? We crank up our trusty time machine to find out. Hint: You'd probably have a tough time getting around in the eighth century, when English poetry looked like: 'Hwaet we gardena in geardagum...' Speaking of the more recent past: When you played hide-and-seek as a child, did you yell 'Ollie, Ollie Oxen Free'? Or 'Ally Ally in Free'? Or maybe 'Ally Ally Ump Free'? 'Ole Ole Olsen Free'? Or something...2010-01-0451 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overSee A Man About A Horse (Rebroadcast) - 28 Dec. 2009[This episode first aired January 12, 2008.] In this week's episode, Martha and Grant discuss not-to-be-believed articles about language from the satirical newspaper The Onion, including one headlined 'Underfunded Schools Forced to Cut Past Tense from Language Programs.' By the way, did you ever notice how ONION is ZO-ZO if you tilt your head to the right? A caller has a friendly disagreement with a pal: Is the expression 'tide me over' or 'tie me over'? Hint: The answer she gets should tide her over. If a dictator dictates, and an aviator...2009-12-2851 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overWords of the Decade - 21 Dec. 2009Enough about the 'Word of the Year.' How about the 'Word of the Decade'? Bailout? Google? Martha and Grant discuss some candidates. Also in this episode, does speaking a different language make you feel different emotion'? What did Don Draper on 'Mad Men' mean when he called Betty a 'Main Line brat'? And why do we talk about 'throwing someone under the bus'? Where'd we get the expression 'mind your p's and q's'? A Barcelona native wants help understanding exactly what it means, and shares a few other English idioms that caught her up short. 2009-12-2151 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overWest Word, Ho! - 28 Sept. 2009It's a brand-new season of A Way with Words! Grant has big news, too: He's used up his last Metrocard, packed up his belongings, and moved to the Left Coast. He reports on some features of California language there that are already catching his ear. Also in this episode, what's the real meaning of decimate? And what does it mean when someone says don't leave your endgate up? A Wisconsin community is about to open its first dog park. But what to name it? 'Scentral Park'? 'Unleashed'? Martha and Grant try to help. Why do...2009-09-2851 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overEnglish Down Under - 21 Sept. 2009[This episode originally aired October 11, 2008.] This week, Martha and Grant discuss terms from Australia, including aerial ping-pong, pumpkin squatter, andĂąkangarooster? They explain the connection between stereotypes and stereos, and why we call the person clearing tables in a restaurant a busboy. Also, what's the plural of moose? Meese? Mooses? Great news for language fans: The Australian National Dictionary is now available online for free. It's full of fascinating words from Down Under. Contrary to what you might think, for example, kangaroosters are pouchless and feather-free, and a pumpkin squatter isn't a trendy thigh-reducing exercise.2009-09-2151 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overNever Bolt Your Door with A Boiled Carrot - 14 Sept. 2009[This episode first aired October 4, 2008.] Proverbs pack great truths into a few well-chosen words, no matter which language you speak. Check out this one from Belize: 'Don't call the alligator a big-mouth till you have crossed the river.' And this truism from Zanzibar: 'When two elephants tussle, it's the grass that suffers.' Martha and Grant discuss a new paremiography--a collection of proverbs--from around the world. A woman from Cape Cod is looking for a polite word that means the current wife of my ex-husband. She's thinking about 'cur-wife,' but somehow that doesn't...2009-09-1451 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overThe Txting Db8 - 7 Sept. 2009[This episode first aired Sept. 27, 2009.] OMG, text messaging! It's destroying the English language, corrupting young minds, turning us into a nation of illiterates. It's probably shrinking the ozone layer, too. Or is it? In his new book, 'Txting: The Gr8 Db8,' author David Crystal offers a different perspective. The book's surprising message is one which linguists have shared for years: Far from obliterating literacy, texting may actually improve it. So put that in your message header and send it! The French phrase 'au jus' means with sauce, which is why it drives...2009-09-0751 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overWords With K in Them Are Funny - 17 Aug. 2009[This episode first aired May 16, 2009.] Pickle, baboon, cupcake, snorkel, pumpkin, Kalamazoo -- let's face it, some words are just plain funny. But what makes some words funnier than others? Martha and Grant consider this question with an assist from Neil Simon's play (and movie) 'The Sunshine Boys.' Also in this episode: 'There are three words in the English language that end in -gry. Angry and hungry are two of them.' The hosts explain how this 'aggravating riddle' works -- and doesn't work. And what's a 'shivaree'? Do you know this diabolical riddle? 'There...2009-08-1751 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overA Walk Spoiled But Our Lie is Good - 13 July 2009[This episode first aired March 14, 2009.] If English isn't your first language, there are lots of ways to learn it, such as memorizing Barack Obama's speech to the 2004 Democratic Convention. Martha and Grant talk about some of the unusual ways foreigners are learning to speak English. Also, a golfer wonders if it's ever proper to say 'I'm going golfing' rather than 'I'm going to play golf.' And they share an easy way to remember the difference between 'lie' and 'lay.' Here's the The New Yorker article about Crazy English that Grant mentions. 2009-07-1351 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overA Snarl of Serial Commas - 24 June 2009Are serial commas always necessary? An English teacher says she was surprised to learn that she and her husband, who's also an English teacher, are giving their students conflicting advice. -- Get your language question answered on the air! Call or write with your questions at any time: Email: words@waywordradio.org Phone: United States toll-free (877) WAY-WORD/(877) 929-9673 London +44 20 7193 2113 Mexico City +52 55 8421 9771 Site: http://waywordradio.org. Podcast: http://waywordradio.org/podcast/ Forums: http://waywordradio.org/discussion/ Newsletter: http://waywordradio.org/newsletter/ Twitter: http...2009-06-2410 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overL-U-R-V-E, Love - 22 June 2009[This episode first aired February 14, 2009.] Martha and Grant share a couple of favorite online sources for reading about language: Michael Quinion's World Wide Words newsletter and Arnold Zwicky's blog . Be sure to check out Zwicky's post, 'Dialect dangerous to cats' for a look at The Lion Cut If you're a Texan, you may be familiar with the phrases 'raise the window down' and 'help your plate.' If not, you'll find translations here. What's lurve got to do with it? A caller is puzzled by a greeting card with the phrase 'crazy cosmic...2009-06-2251 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overMacaroni and Gravy? - 23 April 2009This week, we're going through the e-mail bag. Here's a savory, sensuous one. It's from Stacey in Boulder, Colorado. Stacey grew up out West, but says she spent summers and Christmases at the home of her maternal grandparents, just north of New York City. 'This side of my family,' she writes, 'is unapologetically Italian. For me, a highlight of every visit was the night of arrival. My grandma would welcome us home with a big pot of gravy. After the day-long trip to get there, Stacey writes, 'nothing was more comforting or restoring than...2009-04-2304 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overWhat the Cluck? - 25 March 2009This week, we received an email from Randy in San Diego. Randy writes: 'I recently got myself three hens for the back yard as a hobby that I thought my kids would enjoy. I highly recommend backyard chickens, by the way Ăą theyĂąre better than television. During the months we have had these chickens, around I have had an opportunity to closely observe their behavior. This has me wondering about all the expressions and words we have in the U.S. related to chickens.' Great question, Randy. For starters, back in the days when mo...2009-03-2503 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overTwacking around Duckish Minicast - 4 March 2009Time for another linguistic mystery. Where would you be if you decided to go twacking around duckish, and then you came home and wrote about it in a scribbler? Any idea? If you're going twacking around duckish, you're likely in Newfoundland. The type of English spoken there may be the most distinctive collection of dialects in Canada. Some of it sounds a lot like Irish-accented English. Other dialects in Newfoundland have echoes of the speech of immigrants from the West Country of England. Visit Newfoundland, and you'll be greeted by some colorful vocabulary...2009-03-0403 min